Writer for iPad: The Key to Good Writing?

By Federico Viticci

This is one of the apps for iPad I was really looking forward to: Writer for iPad, developed by Information Architects. I knew that the guys over at @IA were working on a new iPad app that should “change” the way we write on the tablet, and based on the tweets I read from its beta testers (people like Om Malik and Aza Raskin) I figured Writer was set to be a great app.

It came out last night, and I’m downloading it right now as I’m writing this. Here’s why I’m excited, and why I think Writer could perfectly fit in (and improve) my writing workflow. Read more

Night Stand HD: The Clock App That Apple Forgot

By Federico Viticci

The iPad is magical and revolutionary, sure, but it’s missing a few things. Apple seemed to neglect a stocks app, a weather app, and most importantly, a clock app. Luckily, the team at Spoon Juice and SourceBits have teamed up to create one of the best looking clock apps I’ve ever seen. Read more

Dropbox Updates iOS Apps and Launches App Directory [Update: Version 1.3 Now Available]

By Federico Viticci

Dropbox is the most important tool I have installed on my Apple devices. On the MacBook, iMac, iPad and iPhone, I manage to keep everything in sync using Dropbox’s amazing sync capabilities. But it’s not just about a powerful engine: Dropbox is easy to use and accessible from anywhere, web and mobile (and desktop). It’s really one-click sharing and saving. I couldn’t imagine going back to a Dropbox-free workflow. Read more

Ode to the Click Wheel

By Federico Viticci

For those of you feeling nostalgic and missing the click wheel from the latest iPods: have at it in the video below.

Love that noise. Read more

Awareness Lets You Listen to Music And Hear Outside Noises

By Federico Viticci

My parents used to hate my iPod: every time they were around I had my earbuds on, and I couldn’t hear them. They talked, talked and talked and I was happily enjoying some Oasis on my beloved Classic. Eventually my mom got that iPod Classic, but that’s a different story. I wish I had Awareness for iPhone back then. Read more

Ping: Apple and Facebook Negotiated for 18 Months Over It

By Federico Viticci

Remember Ping? Yeah, that social network thing that launched together with iTunes 10 icon. No wait, it actually launched together with iTunes 10 - I think so.

Anyway, Silicon Alley Insider reports that Apple and Facebook negotiated for at least 18 months over a “music-focused social networking service”, but couldn’t find a deal before Apple decided to let Ping fly with its own wings. Read more

How To Change Icons on iPhone 4 Without Jailbreaking →

Linked By Federico Viticci

How To Change Icons on iPhone 4 Without Jailbreaking

Works only with 3rd party applications, and requires an additional Mac app. Nice.

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Sanho Gets Sued By Apple For Patent Infringement On HyperMac Batteries

By Federico Viticci

If you like giving your Apple device a boost with a HyperMac battery, you will be sad to learn that the makers of the battery are being sued by Apple for patent infringement. Read more

Is That A Folding Bluetooth Keyboard In Your Pocket Or Are You Just Happy To See Me?

By Federico Viticci

If you just can’t stand using the soft keyboard on your iPad or iPhone and the Apple Bluetooth keyboard looks a bit odd sticking out of your pocket, your problems are solved with the Jorno folding Bluetooth keyboard! Read more

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