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Get To The Point – The Best iPad Styluses

July 20, 2012

The iPad was built to be touched, sure. But as far as pointers go, our fingers don’t always feel like the most functional tools. If you’ve ever tried to scribble out your signature on screen or go deep into detail in a round of Draw Something, you’ve known what it means to yearn for a better input device. Luckily, there are an army of iPad accessory makers producing styluses (or styli) of all shapes and sizes to better your touch experience. To find out which one is best for you, read on about the best stylus options we’ve encountered. (more…)

by Guest Contributor in Tips

Dig In – The Best Gardening Apps for iPad & iPhone

July 18, 2012

Not many hobbies result in delicious, healthy meals and colorful bouquets. That’s why gardening is a great way to spend a summer; you can get some sun but also end up feeling productive. If you’re interested in a bit of backyard botany, grab your iPad or iPhone and check out these great gardening apps from the iOS App Store and get on with your next grow. (more…)

by Guest Contributor in Tips

Planting a Family Tree for Parent’s Day – iPhone and iPad Genealogy Apps

July 16, 2012

With Parent’s Day approaching, we turn our attention to our genealogical roots. Researching a family tree is a great way to honor parents, grandparents, and all of those who came before us. Family trees also offer great insight into the genetic interconnectivity of the world, long before we were all connected by Facebook. So grab your iPhone or iPad and head with us into the iTunes App Store to check out what genealogy apps are available for download today. (more…)

by Guest Contributor in Tips

Pioneer Press Calls Whale Kit Tablet Stand Ingenious

July 12, 2012

St. Paul Pioneer Press calls Octa’s Whale Kit tablet stand and handle “ingenious” for it’s versatility. It’s an all in one tablet stand, handle, and grip, that’s easy to carry with you. (more…)

by Dana Braziel in Media Mentions

iPad Stand Lets you Hold iPad Comfortably

July 11, 2012

The Examiner recommends Octa’s TabletTail iPad stand & handle as a great back-to-school gadget! With all of the apps to aid students, having a way to hold an iPad comfortably is important. (more…)

by Dana Braziel in Media Mentions

Hit The Road Running: Road Trip Apps and Accessories for iPhone and iPad

July 11, 2012

While the weather is nice, there’s no better time to hop in the car and head out on the highway to discover what the rest of the country has to offer. We decided to honor this grand tradition of summer road trips by searching out the best apps and accessories to pack alongside your trusty iPhone and iPad. (more…)

by Guest Contributor in Tips

Take Your Tablet Stand to the Pool

July 10, 2012

Myfoxdfw.com takes a look at Octa’s TabletTail tablet stand, which also functions as a handle. (more…)

by Dana Braziel in Media Mentions

Comic-Con is Coming! We Preview the Biggest Announcements: Part Two

July 9, 2012

Last week, we outlined the Thursday and Friday schedules for San Diego Comic-Con’s enormous Hall H conference room, which is due to include star-studded presentations from Disney, Sony, and more. If you missed it, make sure to check it out here. Once your all caught up, read on for Saturday and Sunday, where the stakes are definitely raised. (more…)

by Guest Contributor in Culture

Tablet Stand Number One in Travel Gear

July 9, 2012

Octa’s TabletTail tablet stand ranked number one in Huffington Post Canada’s Travel Gear for Summer 2012. (more…)

by Dana Braziel in Media Mentions

Comic-Con is Coming! We Preview the Biggest Announcements: Part One

July 6, 2012

Next week, the world’s attention (and ours!) turns to San Diego Comic-Con, a yearly event that has become the center of the pop-culture universe. Despite its name, these days the event is less about comic books and more about previewing the upcoming year in genre film and TV. Movie studios invite the press and lucky fans to join them in “Hall H,” a massive 6,500-seat conference room where their most anticipated new projects will be teased. Read on to check out the list of what will be presented at this year’s Comic-Con, and don’t forget to grab Official Comic-Con iPhone & iPad App, a collection of maps and schedules that are a must-have for those of us trying to navigate this huge media event. (more…)

by Guest Contributor in Culture