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App review of SpotQRemote, otherwise know as SpotQueue. Plus a LOT of APPLE news and rumours, including: iRadio, the NEW iPod Touch, iPhone 5S, iPhone trade-in program, the iWatch, and an iOS update. Of course, all the other stuff mixed in about, well…about something.

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How to Check for Dead Pixels on your iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch

Do you have any dead pixels?  A few dots on your iPad?  How about your iPhone or iPod Touch?

Apple has no definitive guidelines on what they consider an egregious number of dead or stuck pixels on any of their products. However, it seems as if you need 3-5 dead pixels and be under warranty to even be considered for a replacement.  If you live near an Apple Store, your best bet is an appointment at the Genius Bar.

So how do you check to see if you have any dead pixels?

Instructions:

  1. If you’re not already, view this page on your iPad, iPhone, or iPod Touch
  2. Tap and hold each of the images above and select “Save Image”
  3. Open Photos from your iPad’s home screen and scroll down to find the colored images
  4. View each image full screen (the images are large enough to fill your iPad screen without zooming). The contrast provided by each color should allow you to see any dead or stuck pixels.

Source: http://www.theipadguide.com/content/ipad-dead-pixel-test-how/7171269

iPod Touch 5th Gen Only A Few Weeks Away

New iPod Touch

Just a few weeks after the release of Apples iPhone 5, word is spreading that the fifth generation of the iPod Touch is already on its way.The new iPod Touch release date is slated for late October, according to Slash Gear.When the iPod Touch announcement was made during Apples iPhone 5 launch, the only information given about the iPod was that it would be released in October. Slash Gear reported that Australian users are now seeing a ship date of three weeks on Apple‘s website. The new iPod Nano reportedly has the same release date as the iPod Touch.Pre-order is currently available through the U.S. online store, but the ship date is simply stated as “October.”The new iPods are in scant supply, CNET reported Friday, via a report from Japanese Apple blog Macotakara. Shipments of the new iPod Touch are due in Japan next Tuesday, and there are “considerably few numbers of the initial shipment.”On Friday, MacRumors reported that early pre-orders of the Touch had moved to “Preparing for Shipment.” One customer even reported that his credit card had been charged.In Australia the expected delivery date is Oct. 29, while in New Zealand the release date is slated for Nov. 2, according to MacRumors.

via New iPod Touch Release Date Slated For Late October: Report.

iPod Touch 5th Gen Only A Few Weeks Away

New iPod Touch

Just a few weeks after the release of Apples iPhone 5, word is spreading that the fifth generation of the iPod Touch is already on its way.The new iPod Touch release date is slated for late October, according to Slash Gear.When the iPod Touch announcement was made during Apples iPhone 5 launch, the only information given about the iPod was that it would be released in October. Slash Gear reported that Australian users are now seeing a ship date of three weeks on Apple‘s website. The new iPod Nano reportedly has the same release date as the iPod Touch.Pre-order is currently available through the U.S. online store, but the ship date is simply stated as “October.”The new iPods are in scant supply, CNET reported Friday, via a report from Japanese Apple blog Macotakara. Shipments of the new iPod Touch are due in Japan next Tuesday, and there are “considerably few numbers of the initial shipment.”On Friday, MacRumors reported that early pre-orders of the Touch had moved to “Preparing for Shipment.” One customer even reported that his credit card had been charged.In Australia the expected delivery date is Oct. 29, while in New Zealand the release date is slated for Nov. 2, according to MacRumors.

via New iPod Touch Release Date Slated For Late October: Report.

Apple Employees Get Great Discounts. Got Any Openings?

Apple Employees Get Great Discounts. Got Any Openings?

In late January, Apple CEO Tim Cook announced to employees that a new major Mac and iPad discount program for employees would kickoff at some point in late June of this year. Keeping that promise, Apple, today, has started the new employee Mac and iPad discount program. Apple employees are able to purchase Macs with a $500 discount (excluding the Mac mini) and iPads with a $250 through Apple’s internal employee portal. These discounts come on top of the already-existing 25% discounts. (By the way, bad news for employees: Retina Display MacBook Pros apparently aren’t on the purchase list at this time)

As we reported in January, employees are able to take advantage of this offer every three years, and employees must be with the company for at least three months. Separately, as we previously reported, Apple has moved up scheduled retail raises from September to late June. Some store employees have already been rewarded their raises and we are hearing of raises up to 30% of current salaries. The general average seems to be between $2 and $4. This average changes depending on store performance and the performance of individuals within each stores.

via Apple starts $500 off Macs, $250 off iPads employee discount program | 9to5Mac | Apple Intelligence.

Apple Employees Get Great Discounts. Got Any Openings?

Apple Employees Get Great Discounts. Got Any Openings?

In late January, Apple CEO Tim Cook announced to employees that a new major Mac and iPad discount program for employees would kickoff at some point in late June of this year. Keeping that promise, Apple, today, has started the new employee Mac and iPad discount program. Apple employees are able to purchase Macs with a $500 discount (excluding the Mac mini) and iPads with a $250 through Apple’s internal employee portal. These discounts come on top of the already-existing 25% discounts. (By the way, bad news for employees: Retina Display MacBook Pros apparently aren’t on the purchase list at this time)

As we reported in January, employees are able to take advantage of this offer every three years, and employees must be with the company for at least three months. Separately, as we previously reported, Apple has moved up scheduled retail raises from September to late June. Some store employees have already been rewarded their raises and we are hearing of raises up to 30% of current salaries. The general average seems to be between $2 and $4. This average changes depending on store performance and the performance of individuals within each stores.

via Apple starts $500 off Macs, $250 off iPads employee discount program | 9to5Mac | Apple Intelligence.

Apple Employees Get Great Discounts. Got Any Openings?

Apple Employees Get Great Discounts. Got Any Openings?

In late January, Apple CEO Tim Cook announced to employees that a new major Mac and iPad discount program for employees would kickoff at some point in late June of this year. Keeping that promise, Apple, today, has started the new employee Mac and iPad discount program. Apple employees are able to purchase Macs with a $500 discount (excluding the Mac mini) and iPads with a $250 through Apple’s internal employee portal. These discounts come on top of the already-existing 25% discounts. (By the way, bad news for employees: Retina Display MacBook Pros apparently aren’t on the purchase list at this time)

As we reported in January, employees are able to take advantage of this offer every three years, and employees must be with the company for at least three months. Separately, as we previously reported, Apple has moved up scheduled retail raises from September to late June. Some store employees have already been rewarded their raises and we are hearing of raises up to 30% of current salaries. The general average seems to be between $2 and $4. This average changes depending on store performance and the performance of individuals within each stores.

via Apple starts $500 off Macs, $250 off iPads employee discount program | 9to5Mac | Apple Intelligence.

The Current Top Apple Apps….

The top iPhone and iPad apps on App Store

Top Paid iPhone Apps:

1. Draw Something by OMGPOP (OMGPOP)

2. Angry Birds Space (Rovio Mobile Ltd.)

3. Clear Vision (17+) (FDG Entertainment)

4. Flick Home Run ! (infinity pocket)

5. Voice Assistant – Just use your voice (QuanticApps)

6. Fruit Ninja (Halfbrick Studios)

7. Lock My Screen (Triple A Apps)

8. “Free Music Download Pro” – Downloader and Player (BSOSoft)

9. Skylanders Cloud Patrol (Activision Publishing, Inc.)

10. WhatsApp Messenger (WhatsApp Inc.)

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Top Free iPhone Apps:

1. Kick the Boss (Game Hive Corp.)

2. Instagram (Burbn, Inc.)

3. Draw Something Free (OMGPOP)

4. Slide to Unlock ? (The Falco Initiative)

5. Oldify (Apptly LLC)

6. Viddy (Viddy, Inc.)

7. Flick Home Run ! New Free (infinity pocket)

8. Bike Race Free – by Top Free Games (Top Free Games)

9. Battle Duty: Modern Field 3 (Imba Entertainment)

10. Ringtone Maker – Make free ringtones from your music! (Zentertain Ltd.)

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Top Paid iPad Apps:

1. Angry Birds Space HD (Rovio Mobile Ltd.)

2. Draw Something by OMGPOP (OMGPOP)

3. Skylanders Cloud Patrol (Activision Publishing, Inc.)

4. Where’s My Water? (Disney)

5. Pages (Apple)

6. iPhoto (Apple)

7. Max Payne Mobile (Rockstar Games)

8. Clear Vision (17+) (FDG Entertainment)

9. Angry Birds Space (Rovio Mobile Ltd.)

10. Infinity Blade II (Chair Entertainment Group, LLC)

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Top Free iPad Apps:

1. Draw Something Free (OMGPOP)

2. Ice Age Village (Gameloft)

3. Skype for iPad (Skype Software S.a.r.l)

4. The Lorax HD (Miniclip.com)

5. Bike Race Free – by Top Free Games (Top Free Games)

6. Blokus HD (Gameloft)

7. Instagram (Burbn, Inc.)

8. iBooks (Apple)

9. Facebook (Facebook, Inc.)

10. Curious George at the Zoo for iPad (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt)

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New Angry Birds SPACE out March 22nd

Fans of Angry Birds are counting the days to the March 22 release of the new game that pits the feathery pig-seeking missiles against their porcine arch-enemies in the hostile environs of outer space.

Finnish game developer Rovio has been steadily doling out Angry Birds Space news and teasers for the past several weeks, even enlisting NASA flight engineer Don Pettit to demo the new game from his lofty and weightless perch aboard the International Space Station, in orbit about 243 miles above the earth.

Short glimpses of the new game for PC, Mac, iOS, and Android haven’t revealed a ton of details, but we do know that for the first time, it introduces “gravitational fields,” which will influence both the trajectory of the birds themselves, as well as how they fly through space.

via A Sneak Peek at the New-Look Stars of Angry Birds Space | News & Opinion | PCMag.com.

Tool-Box That Brings Tech Into Your Garage

Craftsman Toolbox

Gone are the days when a rolling toolchest only held tools. At CES Craftsman (which really should be updated to Craftsperson) unveiled its new Contour Powered Series Tool Storage that adds a charging station and a Bluetooth connected sound system.

A set of 220W speakers lets mechanics pipe their music from an iPod or Bluetooth enabled audio device, but also answer and place hands-free calls when they’re otherwise unable to handle their phone. Because the speakers on the toolchest are powered, it does have to be plugged in, limiting its mobility around your shop. But as a consolation prize Craftsman has included a charging station for tools, batteries, and other devices.

via Craftsman’s Bluetooth Toolchest Lets Grease Monkeys Keep In Touch.

Did You Get An App On Christmas Day? You’re Not The Only One

Christmas Day Apps Android ios

Historically, more iOS and Android apps are downloaded on Christmas than on any other day of the year.  This is due to a massive influx of smartphones and tablets given as gifts.  As fast as loved-ones can unwrap their shiny, new Galaxy IIs, iPhones, iPads, Kindle Fires, et cetera, they start loading them up with new apps.

With record-breaking mobile growth for both Apple and Google this year, Flurry has been anticipating an equally record-breaking Christmas.  In 2011, Apple’s App Store is on pace to exceed 10 billion downloads, which will double the cumulative number of downloads earned across 2008, 2009 and 2010. The Android Market also set records, more than tripling its life-to-date downloads of 3 billion, reached in May 2011, to now over 10 billion cumulative downloads reached this December.

via iOS & Android Shatter Records on Christmas Day.

App Alert: Rescue Smurfs FREE!

Just Released Today.  Brand New!  (Sorry, Smurf dog not included)

Naught Gargamels is coming out to capture smurfs for their blue blood. In order to stop them and rescue smurfs, you have to give their head a knock, simple and rude!

In each level, you shall not miss certain quantity of Gargamels. If you miss that number, you cannot level up. And be careful! Smurfs can not be hitted, otherwise your score will be decreased.

There are 8 levels in all. The wooden hole will get more and the speed will be faster. You have to pass the level one by one.

Quick of eye and deft of hand, hit Gargamels and rescue smurfs. Well made images and relax background music are chosen for each level. You’ll love this game!

Get your hands on the FREE app HERE

More Music And Apps With A $50 iTunes Gift Card For $40!

iTunes Gift Card

Last minute holiday shopping? Yeah, we get it, and we get that at this point it’s not a good idea to pretend you’re going to find the most perfect, personal, and heartfelt present ever. What you can do is order a gift card. Luckily, Walmart’s online store is selling a $50 iTunes gift card for $40. It’s an electronic card, so unless your email provider suddenly starts charging per-email you won’t have to spring for delivery costs either. If you’re tossing other things in your cart, the purchase will also count towards free shipping.

We’ve seen gift cards at a discount before, but usually not this steep. Walmart says supplies are limited, so while you may have put off your shopping before, you really shouldn’t do the same now.

via Good Deal: $50 iTunes gift card for $40 | The Verge.

Exclusive: The Best Free App To Keep Track Of Gift Cards This Christmas

There is an app that you should get now.  This way you’ll be prepared to track all those gift cards you are about to receive.  We’re trying to think positive here, so we at least hope you get one.

Gift cards are extremely popular, probably because it has become the gift of lazy people.  They’re available everywhere and you don’t  have to schlep down endless aisles searching for the perfect gift that will probably end up in the return pile.  Plus, it takes less than 2 minutes to get.

So let’s assume you’re going to get a few gift cards yourself this holiday season.  You should keep track of them.  A Consumer Reports poll said 25 percent of people still have at least one unused gift card hanging around since last Christmas.

There are lots of apps available to help you keep track of gift cards.  The truth is, most stink.  To save time, we’ll skip telling you all the bad stuff and instead tell you about one that we recommend.

Track My Coupons – Coupon Organizer and Reminder

The title of this app is a little misleading.  Yes, you can use it for coupons, but it works great with gift cards.  The app is free and allows you to input up to 5 gift cards.  If you somehow hit the jackpot and get more than 5, you can upgrade to unlimited for $1.99.  Some of our favorite features include the ability to select from over 5,000 retailers to quickly get your card information into the app, and the ability to set an alert if one of your cards is about to expire.

Let us know what you think about gift cards on the KidFriday Facebook page.

KidFriday also recommends that you check your STATE LAWS regarding gift card expiration dates.

Exclusive: The Best Free App To Keep Track Of Gift Cards This Christmas

There is an app that you should get now.  This way you’ll be prepared to track all those gift cards you are about to receive.  We’re trying to think positive here, so we at least hope you get one.

Gift cards are extremely popular, probably because it has become the gift of lazy people.  They’re available everywhere and you don’t  have to schlep down endless aisles searching for the perfect gift that will probably end up in the return pile.  Plus, it takes less than 2 minutes to get.

So let’s assume you’re going to get a few gift cards yourself this holiday season.  You should keep track of them.  A Consumer Reports poll said 25 percent of people still have at least one unused gift card hanging around since last Christmas.

There are lots of apps available to help you keep track of gift cards.  The truth is, most stink.  To save time, we’ll skip telling you all the bad stuff and instead tell you about one that we recommend.

Track My Coupons – Coupon Organizer and Reminder

The title of this app is a little misleading.  Yes, you can use it for coupons, but it works great with gift cards.  The app is free and allows you to input up to 5 gift cards.  If you somehow hit the jackpot and get more than 5, you can upgrade to unlimited for $1.99.  Some of our favorite features include the ability to select from over 5,000 retailers to quickly get your card information into the app, and the ability to set an alert if one of your cards is about to expire.

Let us know what you think about gift cards on the KidFriday Facebook page.

KidFriday also recommends that you check your STATE LAWS regarding gift card expiration dates.

App Alert: SimpleS Tests Your Memory For FREE

SimpleS

Just released!  SimpleS is a simple & fun memory game for all ages.

All you have to do is follow the ever growing sequence of four colors.

Game features 6 different sound banks & 3 different speeds to suit all skill levels.

Yes, it’s simple…or is it?  Simon lives.

Try it for yourself.

For the iPod Touch, iPad, and iPhone

Grab it HERE

Gadget Alert: Add A Real Joystick To Your iPod Touch

Bring your iPod Touch or iPhone gaming to the next level with the JOYSTICK-IT Arcade Stick. The JOYSTICK-IT gives you a real physical joystick for increased precision with touchscreen based games. Simply press down to attach the JOYSTICK-IT to your iPhone’s screen for improved gaming. No wires or batteries needed.

The JOYSTICK-IT works with thousands of different game apps. Any game that has an on-screen control pad of some kind is perfect for the JOYSTICK-IT. Simply run your game of choice, place the JOYSTICK-IT over the on-screen control pad and push down. The JOYSTICK-IT sticks to the glass of your display and is ready for action. The lightweight solid milled-aluminum construction of the JOYSTICK-IT adds more precise movement and faster response time for enhanced playability. When you’re done, simply pull-up on the JOYSTICK-IT to remove from the screen.

Price: $8.99-17.99

You can find it at ThinkGeek.com or Amazon.com

Gadget Alert: Add A Real Joystick To Your iPod Touch

Bring your iPod Touch or iPhone gaming to the next level with the JOYSTICK-IT Arcade Stick. The JOYSTICK-IT gives you a real physical joystick for increased precision with touchscreen based games. Simply press down to attach the JOYSTICK-IT to your iPhone’s screen for improved gaming. No wires or batteries needed.

The JOYSTICK-IT works with thousands of different game apps. Any game that has an on-screen control pad of some kind is perfect for the JOYSTICK-IT. Simply run your game of choice, place the JOYSTICK-IT over the on-screen control pad and push down. The JOYSTICK-IT sticks to the glass of your display and is ready for action. The lightweight solid milled-aluminum construction of the JOYSTICK-IT adds more precise movement and faster response time for enhanced playability. When you’re done, simply pull-up on the JOYSTICK-IT to remove from the screen.

Price: $8.99-17.99

You can find it at ThinkGeek.com or Amazon.com

Over 100 iPod Touch Apps To Help You Count Down To Christmas

If your calendar just isn’t enough, or you have trouble keeping track of dates, you might want to try downloading a Christmas countdown app.  Those are great excuses, but the best reason to get a Christmas countdown app?  They’re fun!  There are literally over 100 to choose from for your iPod Touch, iPad, or iPhone available in the App Store.  So how about a few recommendations?  For starters; don’t pay for one.  There are plenty of free apps available that are just as good, or even better.  You can start by trying a few that we like:

Christmas Countdown 2011

Christmas Advent Calendar

Christmas Countdown Lite

Christmas Countdown!!

Christmas Countdown HD Free

App Alert: Happy Bubble – Brand New And FREE

Happy Bubble

Rabbit and Chick bring you new fun game!

A big war is going to spread out for Carrots! Rabbit fright for “Food”, Chick fright for “Mom”! An easy navigating game to stacking from ground to sky, then to outer space universe. It’s a fun exciting game to check out clicking hits against bubbles rising! Watch out, you will face many barriers along the way!

Check out Happy Bubble for yourself!

App Alert: Forget Waldo…”Look And Find Santa” Rules!

Look through piles of stuff and try to find items.  Yes, it’s been done before, but this festive take is a sure winner.  Find 15 items each in 6 different scenes.  Is it Fun?  Let’s just put it this way….. You won’t be able to stop playing  “Look and Find Santa“.  O.K., technically you could stop the game, but you won’t want to.  We had the urge to find every single item in every single scene, and were determined not to stop until we did.  Yes, it’s that much fun.   Great seasonal music, fun sound effects, and a whole lot of searching makes this holiday filled app one not to miss.

For the iPod Touch, iPhone, and iPad

$1.99 in the App Store

App Alert: Forget Waldo…”Look And Find Santa” Rules!

Look through piles of stuff and try to find items.  Yes, it’s been done before, but this festive take is a sure winner.  Find 15 items each in 6 different scenes.  Is it Fun?  Let’s just put it this way….. You won’t be able to stop playing  “Look and Find Santa“.  O.K., technically you could stop the game, but you won’t want to.  We had the urge to find every single item in every single scene, and were determined not to stop until we did.  Yes, it’s that much fun.   Great seasonal music, fun sound effects, and a whole lot of searching makes this holiday filled app one not to miss.

For the iPod Touch, iPhone, and iPad

$1.99 in the App Store

App Alert: “Santa’s Big Helper” is HUGE On Fun!

Think there’s no Santa? Well think again! Perhaps this app might interest  parents, but we say it’s the KIDS that will have all the fun. That’s right, we’re talking about YOU. 9 in 1 app includes a Santa Tracker, Naughty/Nice List, Christmas Countdown, and Magic Compass.  But our favorite 9 in 1 Santa’s Big Helper app should be the first thing you try; The Elf Cam. Night-vision proof that Santa is not only hard at work, but in your home. Super-fun and KidFriday recommended

For iPod Touch, iPhone, and iPad

Grab it for FREE, but only until December 1st. After that, we say the $.99 cents is still well worth it.

Apple Black Friday Deals Are OUT!

As we’ve mentioned before, the one and only day of the year to get a deal at your local Apple Store or at the official Apple Website is Black Friday.  Yes, this Friday.  Big discounts?  Well, not really, but it’s better than full price.  We say if you want an iPod, the deals at Target or Wal-Mart are better.  You pay full price, but you get up to a $50 gift card.  More info on the Official Apple Black Friday sale here.

Apple Announces Black Friday Sale

Apple is having a sale? Yes, but this is probably the only day for the next 365 days you’re going to see it. This Friday, Apple will be holding a worldwide shopping event to celebrate the U.S tradition of “Black Friday”. Apple’s Black Friday Sale is the one time you can actually walk into an Apple Store and get a deal on an iPod, Macbook, and more. Oh, and at the Apple website too. You snooze, you lose.

Apple Announces Black Friday Sale

Apple is having a sale? Yes, but this is probably the only day for the next 365 days you’re going to see it. This Friday, Apple will be holding a worldwide shopping event to celebrate the U.S tradition of “Black Friday”. Apple’s Black Friday Sale is the one time you can actually walk into an Apple Store and get a deal on an iPod, Macbook, and more. Oh, and at the Apple website too. You snooze, you lose.

Kids Sure Do Want Apple Stuff This Holiday Season – Kid Friday

Apple iPad, iPod touch, iPhone top kids' holiday wishlists this year

Nielsen’s latest report on consumers took a look at what kids were asking for as holiday gifts this year, and once again Apple’s iPad was king of the hill. In fact, Apple took the top three slots of most desired products, with the iPod touch and iPhone claiming numbers 2 and 3.

Though the iPad was most desired last year as well, demand for Apple’s tablet shot up to 44 percent of kids surveyed from the 31 percent who wanted one this time last year. The iPod touch and iPhone were on 30 percent and 27 percent of kids’ lists this year, while “non-iPad” tablets were on 25 percent of Santa letters.

Twenty-one percent claimed to want a smartphone other than the iPhone, but no single Android model had any mindshare among kids under the age of 13. Of those older than 13, 24 percent had the iPad at the top of their lists, while 17 percent wanted a non-Apple tablet.

A word of advice to parents doing holiday shopping this season? Skip over that bargain-bin, no-name Android tablet, even if that means kids won’t get a tablet at all this year. A kid that is sad for a week is better than one that hates you for a year for buying the wrong tablet.

via Apple iPad, iPod touch, iPhone top kids’ holiday wishlists this year.

Apple iPod on Sale. Doesn’t Happen Often – Kid Friday

Score and iPod!  Holiday sales are on in force, and this year even a few Apple products are in the mix. The Apple TV is on sale for $89.99 at Amazon and Bestbuy.com, while the iPod touch, classic, and shuffle are $5 to $35 off, depending on the model. The iPod nano is excluded at Best Buy, though Amazon knocks a few bucks off depending on the color and storage capacity. Speaking of colors, if you want to save the most money on an iPod touch, don’t get your sights set on the shiny new white model — the black 16GB and 32 GB models are $10 and $15 cheaper, respectively.

via Apple TV and iPod prices cut at Amazon and Bestbuy.com | The Verge.

Kid Friday – Words With Friends. Funnnnn.

Surely you’ve heard of Words With Friends by now, haven’t you? I figure, if my mom plays it, that’s a pretty good benchmark for the entire world knowing about a video game. Well, if you haven’t, here’s the gist- Words With Friends is basically the game of Scrabble with a social cross-platform twist. Utilizing the magic of asynchronous multiplayer and push alerts, you can play games of Scrabble with friends across the world. Cooler yet, it doesn’t matter if your friends have Android phones or are even playing the Facebook version of the game… It just works.

via Touch Arcade: iPhone Game Reviews and News.

Chocohero Plays Yummy!

You know how around Halloween you bought five bags of Fun Size Snickers to give out to trick or treaters, but somehow only three bags made it into the candy bowl and now you’re feeling really bloated and gross and you really need to look good for upcoming holiday parties so you’re eating grilled salmon three times a day and that would be fine, except all you can think about is how you really want to eat a bunch of donuts and cake and candy? Yeah, uh, me neither. However, it’s obvious that the people at Com2uS were in throes of weight loss-related fantasy when creating their latest game, Chocohero [$.99].

via Touch Arcade: iPhone Game Reviews and News.