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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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The Most Amazing Spider-Man iPhone & iPad Apps and Accessories

June 29, 2012

On July 3rd, The Amazing Spider-Man will jump-start a familiar franchise by offering yet another take on the origin of the beloved web-slinging superhero. We’re celebrating Spidey by searching for the best iPhone & iPad apps and accessories to feature Peter Parker and friends (or enemies). Read on to see which iPhone & iPad apps and accessories we got our radioactive hands on. (more…)

by Guest Contributor in Culture

Get Into Character with an iPad MMO

June 27, 2012

Photo: SuperHero Photography by Adam Jay, Model: Fenchurch Dent

Comic-Con is coming, which means it’s cosplay season! We want to see your best costumes, so we’re running a contest on our Facebook page, and one lucky fan who gets the most votes will win a Museum Replicas Obi-Wan Jedi Cloak! In honor of all of this creative character-creation going on, we’ve taken a look at another way to get into a fun fantasy character (without a stitch of sewing required): role-playing games! So keep that cape close by and pick up your iPad, we’re looking at the best massively multiplayer online games available from the Apple app store. (more…)

by Guest Contributor in Culture

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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Selecting and Setting Up an iPad for the Elderly

June 14, 2012

If you’re celebrating Father’s Day by gifting an elderly person an iPad, Octa has a few tips. Read on to make sure you select the right model. Once you have the iPad in hand, set up a few basics. By optimizing the iPad for the elderly, you’ll help make sure the experience is a success. (more…)

by Nikki Braziel in Tips