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Doctordestiny · 11-18-2009, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by csnarpy

not sure if this has been mentioned but the Sirius Canada App has been released and unlike the US version, if you have a regular Sirius account, you don't have to pay.

Also, it runs like a dream!

Is Sirius the same as Sirius XM?

csnarpy · 11-18-2009, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Doctordestiny

Is Sirius the same as Sirius XM?

Yes

NuclearFart · 11-20-2009, 09:55 PM

For that Cardstar app that's already been mentioned - you need to play with the "Symbology" advanced option until the barcode matches your card. This appears to solve some of the reasons why it's not working for some. Interesting that U of C library is already in there too.

Anyone play around with Layar? Seems like its a bit of a work in progress, but it's pretty cool. It's essentially a virtual map/search tool projected over top of what your camera sees. I think it only works for 3Gs because it requires the compass.

For the cooks amongst us, there is also Epicurious which is a great free recipe book and shopping list tool.

sclitheroe · 11-22-2009, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by NuclearFart

For the cooks amongst us, there is also Epicurious which is a great free recipe book and shopping list tool.

Epicurious is a really nicely designed app in my opinon. Well worth checking out.

babs · 11-25-2009, 08:17 AM

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Originally Posted by FanIn80

Another nice one, for anyone who's always concerned about their minutes/data bucket.

Mobile Minutes Tracker
Web: http://www.pageonce.com/cell_minute_tracker_iphone.html
App Store: http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/M...317857083&mt=8

I was a bit concerned, given that you have to enter your rogers website account info... but I've checked them out, and they've been around for years and have lots of legit media/tech site coverage.

Not sure if this has been posted yet, but it appears that Rogers and Fido have just released their own "My Account" usage trackers. The nice thing about them is that you don't have to sign up for online billing, or enter any account info to a third party. I just gave it a spin, and it seems to work pretty well.

http://www.iphoneincanada.ca/iphone-...nt-iphone-app/

Table 5 · 11-25-2009, 09:04 AM

My studio just designed/launched our first iphone app for a client...so if anyone is in New York and looking for a free boutique shopping app, feel free to download Lustr!

/shameless plug

FanIn80 · 11-25-2009, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by babs

Not sure if this has been posted yet, but it appears that Rogers and Fido have just released their own "My Account" usage trackers. The nice thing about them is that you don't have to sign up for online billing, or enter any account info to a third party. I just gave it a spin, and it seems to work pretty well.

http://www.iphoneincanada.ca/iphone-...nt-iphone-app/

The not-so-nice thing is that it you have to disable wifi in order to use it.

babs · 11-25-2009, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by FanIn80

The not-so-nice thing is that it you have to disable wifi in order to use it.

True, but only if you are currently connected via Wi-Fi. If you need to check when connected to a Wi-Fi connection, I agree, it is a bit of a hassle, but not the end of the world.

Russic · 11-26-2009, 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by babs

True, but only if you are currently connected via Wi-Fi. If you need to check when connected to a Wi-Fi connection, I agree, it is a bit of a hassle, but not the end of the world.

I still greatly prefer the mobile minutes app. Works on wifi, the UI is cleaner and they'll send push notifications or email when you reach a limit.

FanIn80 · 11-26-2009, 11:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Russic

I still greatly prefer the mobile minutes app. Works on wifi, the UI is cleaner and they'll send push notifications or email when you reach a limit.

Not only that, but when you really think about it... the only time I'm likely to be wondering about my minutes is when I'm at home. So it would be a real pain in the ass to have to go into settings and disable my wifi every time I want to run it.

It's a good start, but like anything else Rogers does, it'll take a few attempts before they finally get it right (or at the very least, usable).

Edit: I should say thanks for mentioning it, though, babs. I'll be keeping an eye on it to see if they update it at all in the future.

babs · 11-27-2009, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by FanIn80

Not only that, but when you really think about it... the only time I'm likely to be wondering about my minutes is when I'm at home. So it would be a real pain in the ass to have to go into settings and disable my wifi every time I want to run it.

It's a good start, but like anything else Rogers does, it'll take a few attempts before they finally get it right (or at the very least, usable).

Edit: I should say thanks for mentioning it, though, babs. I'll be keeping an eye on it to see if they update it at all in the future.

On second thought, the app kinda sucks. It was working great when I first mentioned it in this thread, but since then it won't work. I keeps telling me to try later. When reading the reviews in the app store, it sounds like everyone is having the same problem. I should have known Rogers would find a way to screw it up.

Slava · 11-27-2009, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by csnarpy

not sure if this has been mentioned but the Sirius Canada App has been released and unlike the US version, if you have a regular Sirius account, you don't have to pay.

Also, it runs like a dream!

The worst thing about that app though; no Stern channels. Its still pretty cool I guess, but kind of lame that the best channels aren't available to subscribers in this way!

Russic · 11-27-2009, 12:27 PM

So it's black friday! Anybody have any good sales to mention? Some I've noticed:

Navigon GPS - $69.99
Rock Band - $7

I picked up rock band and have been pleasantly surprised.

FanIn80 · 11-27-2009, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Russic

So it's black friday! Anybody have any good sales to mention? Some I've noticed:

Navigon GPS - $69.99
Rock Band - $7

I picked up rock band and have been pleasantly surprised.

I think all of EA's games are on sale today.

Arsenal14 · 11-27-2009, 02:52 PM

Yes, I picked up Tetris and Need for Speed Undercover for $2.99 each. Tiger Woods is also $2.99.

Temporary_User · 11-27-2009, 03:14 PM

Sweet. I'm downloading tiger now.
I've been thinking about getting it for a while, but at this price I finally decided to jump.

Temporary_User · 11-27-2009, 03:32 PM

I just downloaded the CBC HNIC app as well.
I've been using Sportacular in the past.
I haven't had the opportunity to play with HNIC too much yet. What are the benefits of the two? So far I think I'll be deleting HNIC as quickly as I downloaded it.

FanIn80 · 12-09-2009, 10:25 AM

Wireless number pad for PC/Mac!

This is ridiculous. I was just looking at buying a $60 cordless number pad thing to carry around with me, and then I saw this thing on the front page of the App Store for $2.99. There's some kind of funky Sibelius thing in it too for writing music... I think.

Anyway, it's pretty awesome. It works through your Mac's Screen Sharing. For PC users, I think you have to run a small VNC server, but they're free and pretty friendly to set up.

http://www.edovia.com/numpad

Mango · 12-09-2009, 12:53 PM

The HNIC application seems to run much better now since their update. However, I still like Sportstacular because it pushes scores onto my phone. That's always a bonus. But I do like the stats provided by HNIC. I've decided to keep them both for the time being.

MJK · 12-09-2009, 02:42 PM

What is the best flight simulator app out there? I know a few people really liked one in particular but I can't seem to find it in this thread anymore. Thanks.