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Exciting News from Laridian: iPad Preview, IVP Pocket Reference Series
I’ve been a big fan of Laridian for several years now, starting with MyBible for Palm OS and continuing now with PocketBible on my iPod Touch. I’ll be moving to the iPad version as soon as it is released, and…
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At Last: Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time eBook!
Now before you get too excited, I should warn you that only The Eye of the World, the first volume of the Wheel of Time series is available at this point.That’s still great news for this die-hard fan—I have literally…
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Update that Software!
There have been an astonishing number of updates available for iPhone/iPod Touch users of late, so if you haven’t been to the App Store lately on your device to check for updates, you might be pleasantly surprised. Doodlejump (one of…
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Amazon Updates iPhone Kindle App
It almost feels as though they heard my specific complaints; the new version allows you to change the color setup to a black background with white text (my favorite) or a sepia background with olive green/gray type. You can also…
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The Gadgeteer: An iPhone and a Prayer
Julie Strietelmeier (aka “The Gadgeteer” ) is a friend of mine, and yesterday she posted a touching story about how Pinger, an iPhone app, helped get her through a difficult and anxious time. Our fun little devices can certainly help…
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PDAmill Games Now Available for iPhone/Touch
I just got the news today that PDAmill has created iPhone versions of many of their popular games, including Classics, Gamebox Solitaire, Bowling for Burgers, The Corsair, and Melonchi Minecarts. They’re currently on sale for introductory prices ranging from 99…
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Importers Beware: DJ Max Portable Clazziquai
I received my copy of DJ Portable Max Clazziquai for the PSP yesterday and when I tried it out this morning found that the game simply wouldn’t work on my device. When I start the game I get the usual…
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Keep Your Family Organized with VITO Task2Gather
VITO Technology has just released their first application for the Apple iPhone/iPod Touch: Task2Gather. This one looks interesting because it’s cloud-based, allowing you to quickly and easily share task lists with family and colleagues. Task2Gather is $4.99 and is available…
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Spb Backup 2.0 Now Available
Spb Backup is one the Windows Mobile applications I consider to be a “must-have” since a little $$ can replace a mobile device, but your data is priceless. Spb Software House just released version Spb Backup 2.0, and promises that…
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SplashID and SplashMoney Now Mac-Compatible
SplashData has finally released Mac-compatible versions of SplashMoney and Splash ID; both are available either as standalone applications or versions that will sync with their mobile counterparts. If you’re one of the many who has jumped on the Mac bandwagon,…
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Yahoo Unveils Web Messenger
It looks like Yahoo took a page out of Google’s book—a new beta version of Yahoo Messenger works in any Flash-enabled web browser, which means that you no longer have to download and install a separate application just to talk…
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Spb Software Updates
Spb Software House has released updates to two of their Windows Mobile Applications. Spb Diary (my one must-have WM application) is now up to version 2.5 and introduces new horizontal tabs and the ability to include any Today screen plug-in…
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Spb Software House Unleashes Spb UniThemes 2.0
One of the coolest things about Windows Mobile devices is the ability to skin the Today page and a lot of applications, but it can be time-consuming and difficult to make your own themes or track down the good stuff…
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News from WebIS: Awards, Updated Software, and a Special Sale
The good folks over at WebIS have been very busy lately, and I have three news items to report. First, FlexWallet is currently on sale for 40% off at Handango; just enter FLEXOCT06SALE and you’ll save a bundle on whatever…
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RNS Releases TreoCallLogTool
RNS Software has some pretty nifty utility programs for Palm OS devices, and they’ve just released a new one yesterday for Treo smartphones called TreoCallLogTool. You can get more information or join in the discussion at the following links: For…
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Spb Software House Releases Spb Diary 1.7, Spb AirIslands
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AcidSolitaire Collection Special Edition: Bears!
The good folks over at Red Mercury have released a brand new special edition of their AcidSolitaire Collection card games for Windows with the cutest cards you’ve ever seen: Bears! The special edition cards feature 16 unique bear designs on…
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New Electronic Bibles
Three big announcements this week regarding handheld electronic Bible software: Laridian has just released the Noah Bible Study Viewer for Blackberry handhelds. The application includes a copy of the King James Bible, and the popular NIV version is also available…
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Greek Bible Now Available for Bible With You
If you’re a seminary student, pastor, or serious student of the Bible, you’ll definitely want to check this out. The Greek Bible Bundle for Bible With You is a comprehensive set of resources that includes the 4th edition UBS Greek…
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Handy Entertainment Does it Again-- Timberland Screensaver
If Timberland is anywhere near as good as two other screensaver applications, Riverland and The Tribe, then it will definitely be worth the registration. It’s true, you don’t actually need a screensaver for your handheld, but the graphics are amazing…
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TealPoint Brings Sudoku Number Puzzling to Palm OS Handhelds
I’ll definitely be trying this one out myself! What do the Spice Girls, Pokemon, and Sudoku have in common? Yes, they’re all imports from across the pond that leave you scratching your head. Sudoku, the worldwide puzzle phenomenon, has displaced…
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Bible With You. . . By Subscription
Here’s some more interesting Bible news— you can now get subscriptions to two of GMPSoft’s most popular Bible study packages. If you’d like more information, visit their site at http://www.gmpsoft.com. Palm Bible Commentaries Collection Only $50.00 or Buy a 9-Month…
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Laridian Introduces NLT Bible for iPod
This sounds like a very interesting new option for Christians on the go— a combined audio/text Bible for your Apple iPod: CEDAR RAPIDS, IA, August 11, 2005 - Laridian, Inc., a leading publisher of Bible-related software for mobile devices, today…
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Artificer - Sell your wares to local heroes!
This one sounds rather interesting, and is certainly a new take on traditional RPG games. Instead of adventuring and selling your found treasures to the merchant in town, you’re the merchant! Artificer for Pocket PC is a fantasy business simulation…
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The Ring: New Expansion Pack for Legacy
I just got word of a new expansion pack for Legacy, which runs on Palm OS, Pocket PC, smartphones, and Windows PCs: Near the Castle Holebrook a young princess has lot her engagement ring. It was taken by some evil…
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SkyForce Now Available for Palm OS
SkyForce is a shooter that has been around for a while on the PocketPC and Symbian platforms, but it’s not available for Palm OS devices as well. You can get more information and screenshots at the Infinite Dreams web site….
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Instant Text Mobile Now Available
Here’s a press release regarding Instant Text Mobile, a text-completion program for Palm OS devices: For years we have been addressing the needs of fast text-entry with separate products: Instant Text on PCs, and Fitaly on PDAs. Our impression was…
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Bonsai Update
Bonsai version 3.3.5 has been released and is now available at the Natara web site. This version addresses several problems and has added the ability to support handhelds with multiple storage card slots. Although this update is recommended for all…
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Landware PocketQuicken 2.5 Now Available
I just got the news that Landware has released PocketQuicken 2.5, and it sounds like there are some major enhancements, including new reporting features, budgeting, high res support, and much more. I’ll definitely be reviewing this one, since I rely…
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