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Tiny Fingers, Big Fun: Our Favorite Kids’ iPad Apps

July 30, 2012

Hand your iPad to a small child, and you can be sure their eyes will immediately widen as they realize the simple but intense joy of what we (boring) adults call “touchscreen computing.” The bright, responsive screen is like an imagination-magnet for little kids, who take to tablets like fish to water. But if your device is devoid of any quality children’s iPad apps, expect to find your app drawer and e-mail account a mess when you pry it out of your companion’s tiny hands. Here are some of our favorite iPad apps designed specifically for the youngest iPad users out there, which will keep a curious kid busy poking and swiping for hours. (more…)

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Get Goofy: Time Well Wasted with Four Fun iPhone and iPad Apps

July 27, 2012

Productivity be damned! Sometimes you just want to grab your iPhone or iPad and kill an hour or two with nothing to show for it except satisfaction. To help on your mission of screen tapping, time wasting app-induced euphoria, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite goofy iOS downloads. (more…)

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iPhone and iPad Apps that Will Spin Your Bicycle Wheels

July 25, 2012

For some reason, something that seemed perfectly natural as a kid can seem extremely intimidating as an adult. But if you could ride a bike when you were 10, there’s no reason you can’t still do it when you’re 20, 30, 40 or up. While the weather is nice, it’s the perfect time to get back into the saddler-errr bicycle seat, and these great iPhone and iPad apps and accessories will help you do it with ease. And if you never stopped riding your bike, read on to see if you’re missing out on any great iPhone or iPad apps you should’ve already downloaded by now. (more…)

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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…)

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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…)

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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…)

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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…)

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iPhone & iPad Apps and Accessories that Shine in the Summer

July 4, 2012

Whatever summer has in store for you, your iPhone or iPad are essential travel companions. This year, let your mobile devices help guide you in your own-of-town adventures by checking out these excellent apps and accessories. (more…)

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They’re Alive! iPhone & iPad Apps to Get Your Science On

June 26, 2012

Are you the curious type? There are some things about the world that you’ll never know until you discover them for yourself. Enter science! Those who crave empirical data should check out these iPad apps for the experimentally inclined. (more…)

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Goodbye Google Maps, Hello Competition: iOS’s Best Map Apps

June 22, 2012

It can’t be denied, change is coming to iOS’ geographical maps in a big way. According to Apple’s recent announcement, Google’s mapping data is on its way off of the iPhone and iPad. (more…)

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