Weather Tune

Weather Tune

The app store has lots of weather apps… Some good, some okay, and some with annoyingly long titles! (developers – you know who you are!). The trouble with having many weather apps, obviously means that in general most of them are very similar in appearance & function… Well not always – Weather Tune has arrived on the app store, bringing a whole new meaning to what we’ve been used to with the standard ‘weather app’.

The first thing that you’ll notice when using Weather Tune is the alternative appearance  - almost like a custom built weather station/radio clock, obviously a lot of thought went into the development of the user interface to make it appear quite ‘uniquely’ pleasant & pleasing on the eye. Beyond the appearance is where the fun begins, I was amazed how each of the app’s features was so well integrated within the layout.

Getting down to the features, Weather Tune comes with:

• A ‘current’ weather display – showing data such as current weather conditions, temperature, humidity etc..
• A global weather news feature, updated regularly with the latest world climate news.
• A storm tracker map feature, showing any tropical storm or hurricane currently occupying the US states.
• A selection of online radio stations, when selected they cleverly activate a ‘glowing’ radio display on the app’s interface.

To sum weather Tune up in one word would be.. ‘impressive’.. I admire the unique approach that this app takes & the fusion of weather & music do really sum up the app’s title. A great addition for any iPad user.

AeroPlates

AeroPlates

AeroPlates Flight Planning and EFB iPad App

This app is an essential tool for aviation enthusiasts, providing easy access to a massive database of flight planning resources. Amateur pilots will really appreciate the user friendly interface and accurate and up-to-date information plates that help with flight planning which the AeroPlates app can download and store for offline viewing.

There is comprehensive and detailed information covering airports and air routes across most of Europe and the US, giving users an unparalleled level of access to useful plates, maps and charts.

New users will need to sign up for a free RocketRoute.com account in order to use the app and if you donít have a paid subscription the documents can be purchased individually as and when needed.

For more info on this app: http://www.rocketroute.com/ipad-flight-planning-app.php

Animal Habitats

Animal Habitats – Explore wildlife – Learn fun facts

Let your kids discover the wonderful animal world and find out the most amazing facts about them.
Glowing masses of krill can be seen from space, black panthers don’t exist as such, ostriches don’t really bury their heads in the sand, fruit flies resist radiocativity even better than cockroaches, reindeers are the only mammal with UV vision…
From the coldest climates to the bushiest forests, from the mountains to the sea, from the rainforests to the driest deserts… More than 200 animals are waiting to be found and let you and your kids in on their secrets.

Written and intended for children age 3-7. But you can have fun and learn with it if you’re older too
Features:

- 9 different habitats to explore
- 200 animals, from exotic to domestic
- Wonderful, elegant illustrations!
- In English and Spanish
- Exclusive for iPad
- Fantastic design!
- Low key ambient sounds
- NO THIRD-PARTY ADVERTISING
- Secure parents zone with access to in-app content

What Are Apps

What Are Apps

So… “What are apps?” is a question that is asked frequently as the world of mobile & desktop applications continue to grow & grow. To an individual who has a limited “tech” knowledge this is a very sensible question that requires a very simple & well explained set of answers.

The “What Are Apps” app is an ideal solution for such an issue, with its well explained and informative approach to every possible meaning or reason to an application. The app runs as a your own virtual magazine & is currently available for iPad only. So if you’ve recently purchased your not-so-tech-minded friend or relative an iPad, this app could well help them on their way to unhealthy/healthy app obsession!

it’s me! Peter Pan

it’s me! Peter Pan

I use my iPad for a whole lot of things… this could be for work, gaming, social networking etc.. but my favorite experience of iPad usage comes from sitting down with my kids & reading or watching one of many interactive books that come to life on my iPad’s screen – a truly magical experience. it’s me! Peter Pan takes the whole interactive book experience to the next level – with the ability to actually have your child’s face in the place of the legendary Peter Pan!

Believe me, most young kids will love this experience of starring as the main character in this story. To access more features, you will be required to make an in-app purchase. These features include the option to explore an interactive Neverland, challenge your child/children with some puzzles and let your children be creative with the painting and coloring features.

iPoe

iPoe – The Interactive and illustrated Edgar Allan Poe Collection

Pick up your iPad if you dare – as the chilling work of Edgar Allan Poe is now available on the App Store (iPad only) for all you horror fanatics & even you scaredy cats! (you know who you are…).

For those of you unfamiliar with Edgar Allan Poe, he was a famous writer who wrote such master pieces like “The Raven” poem & other creepy tales such as “The Fall of The House of Usher”. This app really does bring Poe’s work to life with many interactive features & illustrations, giving you the ultimate Poe experience.

While this is certainly the perfect app for any Poe fan, it will also certainly have much appeal to anyone interested in his theme of writing.

Flow And His Glowing Pebbles

Flow And His Glowing Pebbles

Being a proud father of 3 & an iPad owner has proved to be a successful formula in my household – the kids love the whole interactive theme that the iPad brings. Flow And His Glowing Pebbles is an example of how well a kids story book can be brought to life with its amazing interactive capabilities. This book is aimed at toddlers & is a great introduction on making them aware about basic numbers & teaching the basic counting from numbers 1 – 10. You have the option to either read the book to you child/children yourself, or let the built-in narrator do all the hard work! (great after a long day at work!).

This is certainly one that all young kids will love, the mixture & balance of interaction, fun & educational input works very well.

Kaleidoscope Painter

Kaleidoscope Painter (iPad)

While I have experienced some great sketching & painting apps on my iPad, Kaleidoscope Painter caught my attention with its truly unique and fresh approach as a creative application. All you have to do is simply move your finger around the screen to start creating your kaleidoscope images, the control sensitivity is so delicate & works really well.

A clever, yet simple idea that works impressively on the iPad’s screen. Certainly an app that can appeal to all ages and ability.