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The Ugly Meter App

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Ugly Meter app
Ugly Meter

They say real friends tell you the truth, no matter how much it may hurt. So how many of your friends tell you if you look good or not? It may or may not be at the top of your list, but I suppose that deep inside – for some people at least – it is an important question that they want answered.

It is rather sad, if you think about it, but yes, there is an app that will give you feedback about your looks. It is called the Ugly Meter. [Read more…] about The Ugly Meter App

Pixeller Allows You to Create Your Own Pixel Art

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Pixel Art App
Pixeller

There’s something about pixel art that does not grow old. Sure, there are many amazing works of art that can blow pixel art out of the water, but the charm of this style has a timeless quality. Not everyone may appreciate pixel art, but if you love it, and you have an iPhone, an iPod Touch, or an iPad, you’ll want to hear about this new pixel art app.

Called Pixeller, the iOS app is basically a paint board which allows you to exercise your creativity and make pixel art wherever you are. [Read more…] about Pixeller Allows You to Create Your Own Pixel Art

Kepler Explorer iOS App for Armchair Astronomers

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Kepler Explorer
Kepler Explorer

How often do you find yourself gazing up at the vast space above your head – that is, when there is no roof above you? If you are a frustrated astronomer, an astronomer in the making, or an armchair astronomer, here is an app that you will want to download NOW: Kepler Explorer. [Read more…] about Kepler Explorer iOS App for Armchair Astronomers

SlimKicker Turns Losing Weight Into a Game

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SlimKicker
SlimKicker App Store

Struggling with your weight loss program? It is a perennial problem that countless people face, but it seems that technology just might help make this endeavor more fun. We all know, deep in our hearts, that no matter what fancy program you try to lose weight, the bottom line is the same: a balanced diet and regular exercise. While that is true, it is a boring idea.

Now what if you have an app that can make things a tad more fun than the usual? I just ran across an app called SlimKicker, which is available as web app and an iPhone app. [Read more…] about SlimKicker Turns Losing Weight Into a Game

Hasbro to Release Lazer Tag Guns for iPhone

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Hasbro Lazer Tag for iPhone
Hasbro Lazer Tag for iPhone

Who has not been suckered into NERF guns at some point? Hasbro has indeed sealed its name in history, thanks to these toys that children of all ages enjoy. Heck, even adults who have kept their playful side will not say no to NERF guns!

This year, you will be treated to something entirely different, and from the looks of it, even more exciting. Hasbro has announced new Lazer Tag guns which are compatible with the iPhone and the iPod Touch. [Read more…] about Hasbro to Release Lazer Tag Guns for iPhone

Gwyneth Paltrow’s Got an App: Goop City

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Goop City by Gwyneth Paltrow
Goop City

Truth be told, I couldn’t care less about Gwyneth Paltrow. Okay, she made for an awesome Pepper Potts in the Iron Man movies. I especially love how she delivered that line about occasionally taking the trash out. But for the rest, I can’t really be bothered.

So why am I posting about Gwyneth Paltrow having an app up in the iTunes Store? Because it is so ridiculous! [Read more…] about Gwyneth Paltrow’s Got an App: Goop City