Thursday, March 21, 2013

iPad Video Lessons - What's in the Members Area?

iPad video lessons is a membership site created by iPad Pete. If you have an iPad chances are you not using it to it's fullest ability. This is mainly because Apple does not include an instruction book with their mobile devices. The reason for this is because Apple sees the iPad as one of the easiest devices to use ever. While this is true for the most part there are a lot of things the iPad can do that most people do not know about.

That's where iPad video lessons membership site comes into play. In the members area you will find over 100 high quality videos that go into great detail about how to do everything on the iPad. Each video is kept short so that you can simply log in to the members area, find your answer, watch the video and be right back to enjoying your iPad.

iPads are absolutely fantastic devices right out of the box, but let me tell you that once you discover all of it's capabilities you will be blown away from all the things you could be doing with it. When you log in the first thing you will see is the latest updates to the members area. These are the newest videos created by iPad Pete, aka iPad Yoda, to show you how to use the newest features added to the iPad by Apple.

Once you get through the update videos, you can scroll down and you will find 9 modules of videos. Each module is broke down into categories, then the category is broken down even further. Here's and example:


So you can see above this is the first "module" you'll see. This is for iPad newbies. Even if you've had your iPad for some time, you can still learn things from this module, but again it is geared towards new iPad owners. The first video in this module literally takes you from opening the box, he starts by unwrapping the plastic wrap from the iPad box so that you see exactly what you need to do started with your iPad and start the set up process. You can see there are 15 videos for getting started with your iPad, and each video is less than 5 minutes long. This way you can take setting up your iPad in little bites and not get overwhelmed by this process. 

This is just a small example of what you get when you get access to iPad video lessons membership site. If you want to see everything that's included go watch this behind the scenes video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GaV-sVn-kqY or watch it below:




If likes the video you will love the iPad video lessons membership area, be sure to "LIKE" the video and share it with your friends. 

Sunday, November 4, 2012

Google’s most advanced voice search has arrived on iOS

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I've been using this app for the past few days and have to say that I am fairly impressed with it. The speed at which it recognizes your voice and the words is pretty incredible. It really does a fantastic job of returning exactly what you are looking for. In some cases it does a better job than Apple's Siri. One advantage I think Google has over Apple in this case is that the app is available to owners of the iPhone 3GS and original iPad. Something that Apple wasn't able to accomplish with Siri.

While the Google app can't set appointments, reminders or send a text it does have a few witty answers to certain questions. You can try asking:
"Who made you?"
"Who let the dogs out?"

Several others as well, just give it a try.

The Windows 8 App Store Is Growing By 500 Apps A Day Read more: http://www.businessinsider.com/windows-8-apps-grew-by-500-apps-a-day-2012-10#ixzz2BGTljafP

http://www.businessinsider.com/windows-8-apps-grew-by-500-apps-a-day-2012-10

With Microsoft's App store growing at 500 apps per day, do you think it will ever become a threat to Apple's app store? 

I think Microsoft has a long way to go, but with the introduction of an App Store with Windows 8 they are headed in the right direction. I like how Microsoft is making their operating system available across several devices, from PCs, to tablets to smartphones. I think that will really help the user familiarize themselves with Windows 8.

I believe some of these cues have come from Apple, where Apple is still making separate operating systems, but they offer some of the same features across all their devices. Its really nice to be able to work on something on your iMac and then be able to pick up your iPad and pick up where you left off.

What are your thoughts about the new Windows 8 App Store?

Saturday, November 3, 2012

The Tech Behind Apple's Impossibly Thin New iMacs

I have to say I was really impressed with how thin the new iMacs are. However I will need to add the external DVD drive. There are still a few programs I install using CDs and DVDs. I do see more and more companies offering download versions of their software. This should make the software a little more affordable and use less space on our desks. Even Microsoft is offering, for the first time ever, their Windows 8 operating system via download.

via Wired Top Stories by Christina Bonnington on 10/30/12

When Apple unveiled the new 21.5- and 27-inch iMacs at its media event last week, it wasn?t surprising that they were thinner than their predecessors. No, it was shocking just how much thinner they were. How did Apple do it?

Review: iBooks 3 is the best iBooks yet

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iBooks 3 really is a big jump from the previous version. Authors and readers alike have been asking for social sharing capabilities for quite some time. Do you read a lot on iBooks or do you prefer Kindle, or something else?

The Apple family tree: Apple platforms through the years

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Remember Lisa? Most Apple fans should. Here is a post about Apple products from years past. Very interesting to see where Apple was and where they are now. Do you see anything from past products that may have inspired the looks or features of products today?

Friday, November 2, 2012

Zombiewood iOS Review

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Zombiewood iOS Review

Posted 11/02/2012 at 7:00am | by Brian Albert

 

In a world crawling with undead, it seems the opportunist is alive and well. A bespectacled Los Angeles film director wants to make zombie films, and he needs a murderous star. Enter your broad-shouldered, square-jawed avatar. I call him “Born 2 Kill,” because the phrase is proudly emblazoned across the front of his crimson trucker cap.

Zombiewood is, through and through, a twin-stick shooter. One virtual analog stick dictates movement; the other controls which direction your hot lead flies. Using pistols, machine guns, flamethrowers, and rocket launchers, you’ll mow down hundreds of zombies as they vie for your noggin. Sadly, the sticks cannot be repositioned, which is a simple but unfortunate oversight.

Every level takes place on the set of a zombie flick (like Good Cop, Dead Cop), and different scenes require different “scripts.” The script outlines a series of objectives: kill 200 zombies, rescue the victim in under two minutes, and so forth. These are all secondary to your main objective, which typically has you defending a structure or saving a damsel locked in a cage that hangs inexplicably over a horde of undead. The more objectives you complete, the more experience, cash, and coins you unlock, naturally. All of this is presented in an attractive, crisp visual style popping with light, shadows, and color; Zombiewood will look great on your iOS device of choice.

The fully-stocked arsenal (read: in-game store) is lined with several wicked-looking weapons with cool names like “The Maelstrom” and “Lucille.” Sadly, the most powerful ones are locked away behind a ridiculous pay wall. The most advanced rocket launcher available costs $749 in-game dollars, while a purchase of $500 in-game dollars will run you $50 (USD). You don’t have to buy them, of course, but those prices are just shameful.

The bottom line. Zombiewood won't devour your brain, but it's a fun romp that's well worth a download, considering the lack of a price tag.

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Product 
Company 
Gameloft
Price 
Free
Requirements 

iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch running iOS 4.3 or later

Positives 

Dual-stick controls are responsive and simple. Action is fast and frantic. Weapon upgrades are fun to experiment with.

Negatives 

Virtual joysticks cannot be repositioned. Film scenarios grow stale quickly. Top-shelf weapons are ludicrously expensive.

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Will you be playing Zombiewood on your iOS device? It seems like every week a new "Zombie" app is released for our mobile devices. While this one actually look promising to be fairly fun and entertaining. So what are your thoughts? To play or not to play...