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- Lola's Math Train for iPhone and iPad review
- Apple’s goal is not to make money but to make good products according to Jonathan Ive
- Facebook for iPhone and iPad gains a new "save for later" feature
- Poll: What do you think of the supposed iPhone 5 design?
- Checkers - 2 players brings simple, classical, gaming fun to iPad
- Remember your favorite coffees and brew settings with Coffee Journal for iPhone
- Forums: Mountain Lion feedback, iOS 6 visual voicemail notifications, original iPad support for apps
- Remains of the Day: Bad dates
- Google upgrades Gmail video chat with Hangouts
- Apple, Samsung patent case jury selection begins
- Apple gains on Android camp in the US, according to market researcher
- TechHive: Move audio around the house
- iOS App Review: Disc Drivin' needs to pick up the pace
- AT&T/GSM iPhone 4: Ultimate DIY repair guide
- Edit file information and access privileges with FileXaminer
- Monday Brief: NFC hacking on Android, Guide to Siri, Windows 8 SDK preview and more!
- Notable New Apps: Time Out London for iPad
- Jabra FREEWAY Bluetooth Car Kit review
- What to watch for when buying a used iPhone
- Apple had iPhone 4-like "purple" concept design back in 2005
| Lola's Math Train for iPhone and iPad review Posted: 31 Jul 2012 02:04 AM PDT
Lola's Math Train is an iPhone and iPad app designed to help children 3-7 years old develop basic math and arithmetic skills. The difficulty level ranges between simple number recognition, basic inequality (which number is bigger), and elementary arithmetic. Lola's Math Train turns learning into a fun experience and has a positive impact on kids' puzzle solving skills.
Lola's math train has three different difficulty levels: Easy, Medium, and Hard. The easy level is focused on identifying numbers, solving puzzles in the shape of numbers, identifying which boxes have the most squares, and ordering groups based on smallest to largest.
These are great games, but I'm not happy with the feedback given when an answer is wrong. For example, in the above screenshot, the child is asked to identify the symbol that is not a number. If s/he chooses 4, Lola says "four" and the incorrect sound is played. I think it'd be better if Lola said "This is the number four. Which one is not a number"? This tells the child not only the name of the symbol, but that it's classified as a number. It also repeats the question for children who may not be able to read, yet.
Level two features more questions about connecting numbers with the number of items in a box, puzzles in the shape of two digit numbers, counting, arranging from smallest to biggest, and identifying the largest number in a group of numbers.
Level three introduces basic arithmetic, ordering numbers, patterns, and picking pairs of numbers that sum to a given number. When answering an arithmetic question correctly, Lola very quickly repeats the answer and then the equation. There isn't a long enough pause between the answer and the equation. For example, for 1+4=4, Lola will say " four one plus four equals 4" without any pause between "four" and "one". This can be confusing for kids.
Overall, the game is well made, has fun music and sounds, and keeps the attention of my daughter even though she's technically way too young to use it. The good
The bad
The conclusionLola's Math Train is a great app for preschool kids to begin learning about numbers and basic arithmetic. Although there are a couple things I'd like to see changed, it's still a good app in its current state and is bound to not only be fun for you child, but also very educational. $1.99 - Download Now
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| Apple’s goal is not to make money but to make good products according to Jonathan Ive Posted: 31 Jul 2012 12:40 AM PDT
Jonathan Ive believes that Apple's goal is not to make money but to make good products. Ive, who is Apple's Senior Vice President of Industrial Design, was speaking at the British Embassy's Creative Summit. According to Wired UK., Ive said:
Ive went on to explain his thoughts on design as prerequisite, the difficulties in achieving it, and how it takes discipline and focus to be a craftsman at Apple's levels of manufacturing volume.
Ive also talked about how the return of Steve Jobs to Apple in 1997 saved it from bankruptcy. Instead of focusing on ways to make money he focused on creating better products. Others who failed to turn Apple around prior to Job's return were more intent on cutting operating costs and increasing revenue. Ive closed the talk by confirming what we have previously heard when it comes to Apple and market research; it doesn't do any. Ive believes that it would only guarantee mediocrity and only tell you if you are going to offend anyone. He believes that it is the designer's responsibility to understand potential opportunities and create products that fit with those opportunities. The whole interview is interesting and worth your time to read, so be sure to check it out via the link below. Source: Wired UK 
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| Facebook for iPhone and iPad gains a new "save for later" feature Posted: 30 Jul 2012 10:50 PM PDT
Facebook has added a new feature to the Facebook for iPhone and iPad app that allows you to save posts for later. In reality, this works similar to what other services call "favorites". If you browse the Saved posts, you are able to scroll through them later as their own feed. You have to physically mark them as Unsave to remove them from the Saved folder.
To save a post. Simply hold your finger down on the post you want to save and a popup that says "Save" will appear. Just tap the popup and you're done! To access your Saved folder, you must first scroll to the bottom of the sidebar menu and tap on Edit Favorites. Next, tap the + sign and select Saved from your list of Apps. Then tap Done. Now, you should see your Saved folder in the Favorites section of your sidebar menu! All saved stories are private, so you don't have to worry about Sally being notified that you saved her relationship change to Single. You wouldn't want her to think you're some weird creepy stalker! You do not need to download an update to receive this feature. You should simply see a notification informing you of the feature at the top of your news feed when you use the Facebook app on your iPhone (see above screenshot). I did not see the notification on my iPad, but the feature is indeed there. Anyone planning to use this feature? Personally, I could care less about saving stories on Facebook; however, I do see its appeal. Parents can use it it to easily keep track of specific activities that their kids do on Facebook, and others can use use it to save their favorite photos and status updates of friends and family. What about you? How do you plan to use the new Saved feature? Free - Download Now
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| Poll: What do you think of the supposed iPhone 5 design? Posted: 30 Jul 2012 10:05 PM PDT We've now seen both pictures and video of leaked parts assembled together to give us a look and what might just be the iPhone 5. Assuming they're even close to what we'll see at the September 12 special event iMore posted about earlier, what do you think? Best looking iPhone ever? Worst looking? Somewhere in between? And if it is real or close to real, what do you think about it looking so similar to the iPhone 4... again? Is it a case of why mess with perfection, or a sign that Apple isn't refreshing the design fast enough? Is the metal back hot or just really not? Is the headset on the bottom something that works or something that irks? Is the longer screen useful or just wrong? Check out the supposed iPhone 5 designs, vote in the poll up top, then give me your thoughts below! 
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| Checkers - 2 players brings simple, classical, gaming fun to iPad Posted: 30 Jul 2012 09:32 PM PDT
Checkers - 2 players comes from Pacific Helm's dynamic duo of Louis Mantia and Brad Ellis, and if you're familiar with their design work, you're likely ignoring this preamble and already downloading. Fair enough. If you're not familiar with their design work, either you've never used software by Apple, Square, Rogue Sheep, the Iconfactory, and Tapulous, or you just don't know how familiar with their work you really are... Pacific Helm typically does design work for other companies these days, but Checkers - 2 players is the first in what's hopefully a long string of apps and games all their own. The premise is simple -- Checkers - 2 players is nothing more or less than a virtual checker board set you can carry around, and play with a friend, on your iPad. There's no artificial intelligence to play against, and inevitably train to take over the world. There's just a selection of boards and colors for the pieces, and the classic mechanics of the game. Move. Jump. Capture. King. Win. But in style.
It's $4.99 which isn't cheap when it comes to App Store games. That's a good thing. Because at "cheap" this game doesn't get made. Indie developers and designers don't do projects like these. We don't get elegant, beautiful stuff to enjoy. We don't get art. And that's what this is. That checker set with the plush, inlaid board and perfectly moulded pieces that came in that fancy box you were only allowed to play with on special occasions. Only Checkers - 2 players comes on your iPad, goes wherever your iPad goes, can change colors at the tap of a settings, and can be played whenever you have a partner handy. Simple. Elegant. Classical. Fun. Grab it now. $4.99 - Download now
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| Remember your favorite coffees and brew settings with Coffee Journal for iPhone Posted: 30 Jul 2012 06:37 PM PDT
Attention coffee connoisseurs - Coffee Journal is for you! Coffee Journal is an iPhone app that makes it easy to record and remember your favorite coffees and brew settings including star ratings, personal tasting notes, and cupping scores. Coffee Journal will also assist you in brewing the perfect cub with a built-in timer and the ability to maintain detailed brew settings like time, bean weight, water volume, and more.
Coffee Journal has a very nice UI and lets you sort your coffees by Name, Roaster, or Rating and mark favorites. Every time you brew coffee, you can create a cupping that saves the various settings and brew method you used. You can then add notes about how it turned out, give scores to the acidity, aroma, body, flavor, and after taste, and indicate which flavors you could identify. If you're really into your coffee, you'll probably want want to pick this one up. If you do, let us know what you think! $1.99 - Download Now
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| Forums: Mountain Lion feedback, iOS 6 visual voicemail notifications, original iPad support for apps Posted: 30 Jul 2012 05:51 PM PDT
Found an interesting article you want to share with iMore? Have a burning question about that feature you just can't figure out? There is ALWAYS more happening just a click away in the forums. You can always head over and join in the conversation, search for answers, or lend your expertise to other members of our community. You check out some of the threads below: - What do all the leaks mean? If you're not already a member of the iMore Forums, register now! 
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| Posted: 30 Jul 2012 04:30 PM PDT  Apple may be putting all of its eggs in one special event basket, while Microsoft announces a product release date with help from the federal government. And Jonathan Ive explains that money doesn't make Apple go 'round. | ||||||||
| Google upgrades Gmail video chat with Hangouts Posted: 30 Jul 2012 01:48 PM PDT  Google will begin replacing Gmail's existing video chat system with a new, better one based on the Hangouts feature from its Google+ social networking. | ||||||||
| Apple, Samsung patent case jury selection begins Posted: 30 Jul 2012 12:55 PM PDT  Lawyers for Apple and Samsung Electronics have begun choosing the people who will decide their patent infringement case. | ||||||||
| Apple gains on Android camp in the US, according to market researcher Posted: 30 Jul 2012 11:50 AM PDT  Android's market share dropped and Apple iOS' share grew as smartphone unit sales decreased in the U.S during the second quarter, according to market research company Strategy Analytics | ||||||||
| TechHive: Move audio around the house Posted: 30 Jul 2012 11:20 AM PDT  If you're a music lover, it's easier than ever to make your home sing out with song. Here are many ways to stream music all over the house. | ||||||||
| iOS App Review: Disc Drivin' needs to pick up the pace Posted: 30 Jul 2012 10:45 AM PDT  Asynchronous turn-based games are quite popular for the iPhone and iPad, but racing games really don't translate well to this slower-paced, casual format. | ||||||||
| AT&T/GSM iPhone 4: Ultimate DIY repair guide Posted: 30 Jul 2012 10:28 AM PDT
Everything you need to know to do-it-yourself (DIY) repair your AT&T/GSM iPhone 4. Whether you're out of warranty or your iPhone 4 has suffered accidental damage, we've got you covered!If you have an AT&T/GSM iPhone 4 that's showing it's age and exhibiting some hardware issues, and you don't have the benefit of AppleCare or insurance, we can help you give it some love and get it back in working order. Whether it's time to replace that problem battery, fix that cracked screen, or get that broken Home button back in working order, iMore will help you get the longest life possible out of your iPhone 4, and walk you step by step through all the major repairs, with detailed instructions, photographs, and links to high quality parts from suppliers we trust. Not exactly sure what the issue is? Read the descriptions for each repair below and match up the symptoms. Also make sure you check back often and bookmark this page as we'll be updating and adding even more guides on a regular basis.
How to replace the battery in a GSM/AT&T iPhone 4
If you're iPhone 4 is going on a few years old and your battery just isn't what it was before, replacing the battery can make a huge difference and possibly prolong the life of your device another year if not longer. An iPhone 4 battery replacement is a super easy repair to perform and only takes about 10 minutes. It'll also cost you a lot less than shelling out money for a brand new phone, especially if you're out of warranty. Symptoms of a dead or dying battery can include drastically reduced battery life, random reboots, and sluggishness even after a restore. In rare instances, a completely dead battery may result in an iPhone 4 only powering on when plugged into a charging source and when unplugged, the iPhone will turn off instantly. How to replace the back casing on a GSM/AT&T iPhone 4
If you've cracked the back casing on your iPhone 4 or just want to change it out for a different color, an iPhone 4 back replacement is one of the easiest repairs to perform but if you need some help along the way, check out our guide for reference. How to replace a cracked screen on a GSM/AT&T iPhone 4
Whether you've cracked just the front glass on your GSM iPhone 4, the touch screen isn't responding, or the LCD looks pixelated or has display issues, this is the repair you want to perform. A front digitizer replacement should resolve any issues with lines through the screen, dead pixels or pixelation, a grey screen due to a bad drop, and obviously a shattered screen. This is one of the harder repairs to perform so proceed with caution. How to replace the Home button on a GSM/AT&T iPhone 4
The iPhone 4 has been known to have Home button issues for quite a while now. No, WD-40 will not fix it. If anything, using a substance like WD-40 will cause more harm than good. The problem with the Home button almost always stems from the cable becoming worn over time from so many presses. It's flimsy and Apple should have designed it better. The only thing that will correct Home button issues is a flex cable replacement. Whether it's not responding at all anymore, you've got to push down harder than you should, or it's registering single and double taps funny, a flex cable replacement will fix the issue 99.9% of the time. How to replace the vibrator assembly in a GSM/AT&T iPhone 4
If your GSM iPhone 4 vibrator functionality isn't working and the switch seems okay, the actual vibrator assembly could be burnt out. Replacing the vibrator assembly is a fairly easy repair and will only require about 5 minutes of your time. It's also a heck of a lot cheaper than picking up a brand new iPhone. How to replace the speaker assembly in a GSM/AT&T iPhone 4
If your loud speaker isn't working in your GSM iPhone 4, you could need to replace the speaker assembly. A good way to know if this is the repair you need is if your speakerphone function doesn't work, no music will play out of the bottom speaker but will work when you've got headphones plugged in, or if the sound is distorted when on speakerphone or while playing music. How to replace the rear camera in a GSM/AT&T iPhone 4
If you're having image quality issues with the camera in your GSM iPhone 4, it may be time to replace it. One thing to be certain of before proceeding is that the issue is with the actual camera and not the rear housing. The plastic lens that covers your camera is part of the back panel, not the camera itself. Inspect it and make sure it isn't the plastic that is scratched and causing issues. If that is the case, you'll need to perform a back replacement instead. If there are no blemishes or scratches over the camera lens cover on the rear casing, the actual camera could be the culprit. If that's the case, follow our guide to replace it. It's a relatively easy repair and should be doable for most, even beginners. How to replace the cellular antenna in a GSM/AT&T iPhone 4
If you're having reception issues on your GSM iPhone 4 the culprit could be the antenna itself which is attached to the speaker housing towards the bottom of the device. Symptoms could range from poor service even in good coverage areas to no service at all. There have also been instances of the iPhone 4 not picking up on 3G signals due to a bad cellular antenna. If these issues sound like you, a cellular antenna DIY replacement should solve the problem. You'll follow almost the same procedure you would for a speaker assembly replacement. How to replace the dock connector and lower mic in a GSM/AT&T iPhone 4
If your GSM iPhone 4 won't recognize a charger when it's plugged in, it may be time to replace the dock connector assembly. Dock connector issues can stem from using a faulty cable or charger, moisture in the dock connector, or an issue with the 30-pin connector inside the charge port. If you've got issues with the microphone, this should solve those woes as well. Typically if you've got this issue you experience people not being able to hear you while on a call or when recording video or audio there is no sound being output. If your iPhone recognizes a charger but dies when you disconnect it, try a battery replacement first as that could be the issue. How to replace the front facing FaceTime camera in a GSM/AT&T iPhone 4
If you're having issues with the front facing camera on your GSM iPhone 4, which is used most often for FaceTime calls, replacing it yourself isn't too big of a challenge if you've got a bit of patience. Symptoms could range from a blacked out camera to distortion to lines through the screen only when you're on a FaceTime call. How to choose the highest quality colored parts for your iPhone 4
If you're looking into performing a color conversion on your iPhone 4 it's always a good idea to make sure you order high quality parts. Let's face it, eBay and other online resellers have a nasty habit of selling parts that are DOA or issues crop up after a few days. Making sure you use a quality supplier right from the start will save you a lot of headaches. Apple never made colored parts so you won't find genuine OEM parts anywhere and if anyone claims they are OEM, turn around and run the other way. It doesn't mean there aren't quality parts floating around out there though. Check out our guide of what to look for so you can be prepared before you even place an order. How to check for water damage before purchasing a used iPhone 4
If you're thinking about picking up a used iPhone 4 from eBay, Craigslist, or any other online source, it's always a good idea to make sure the device hasn't seen any previous water damage before actually committing to the purchase. You can check some sensors externally and a few internally if the seller will allow it. To make sure you're getting the most for your money and you're not buying a non-working iPhone 4, check out our guide before purchasing More DIY guides and helpIf you've got a CDMA iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or other type of iPhone, we may have guides that can help you fix those as well. If you don't see a guide that can help or can't figure out exactly what the issue is, you can always check out our mod and DIY forums for answers to many questions. If you still can't find what you're looking for, feel free to shoot an e-mail to ally@imore.com with guide suggestions and questions. 
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| Edit file information and access privileges with FileXaminer Posted: 30 Jul 2012 10:30 AM PDT  Anyone who spends time in the Finder's Get Info window will find FileXaminer's attribute- and permissions-editing features a must-have. | ||||||||
| Monday Brief: NFC hacking on Android, Guide to Siri, Windows 8 SDK preview and more! Posted: 30 Jul 2012 10:16 AM PDT  A little change this week for the Monday Brief as our normal host, the adventurous Ashley Esqueda, is off in London right now taking in the London 2012 Olympic Games. No, you'll not see her on any diving boards or dressaging any horses herself but you can check her adventures on the her Samsung Global Blogger page. The show as they say though, must go on so go ahead and check out what's been happening around Mobile Nations below.
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| Notable New Apps: Time Out London for iPad Posted: 30 Jul 2012 10:20 AM PDT
Time Out London for iPad is the shiny new iPad version of the excellent city guide for one of the world's greatest cities. Here's a slice of its App Store intro:
London is a city that offers so much and has an amazing array of events happening on any given day. When I lived in London Time Out (in print) was always one of or the very best ways to keep tabs on all the latest and greatest and get ideas for great things to do and places to visit. I've only just installed the app and haven't had a chance to do much more than open it up for the quick screencap above, but I'm very glad to see it hit the iPad App Store. And of course it's good to see that it's got a section on getting into the Olympic spirit all round London. Here's an App Store link for Time Out London for iPad; it's a free app. © patrickj for iPad Insight, 2012. | Permalink | No comment | Add to del.icio.us | ||||||||
| Jabra FREEWAY Bluetooth Car Kit review Posted: 30 Jul 2012 09:30 AM PDT Want a chance to win a Jabra FREEWAY Bluetooth Car Kit of your very own? Subscribe to our YouTube channel and leave a comment on the video above!The Jabra FREEWAY Bluetooth Car Kit is great for those without built-in iPhone or iPod support in their car, and especially great for those of us who don't yet have Siri as on option on older generation iPhones. The setup is easy, so much so that I merely listened while the Jabra unit itself told me what to do.
Sound quantity was substantial, but as with any device with tiny speakers, distortion plagued the higher volume levels. There is a surround sound-like quality to it but I don't think most music lovers would use the tiny Jabra speakers over a dedicated Dock, AUX, or even via the FM stereo output connection. Also, for some reason, the mute button refused to work for me although the volume buttons worked fine. The Siri-replacing Voice Assist comes in the form of a $59 subscription service, though the first year is free. (Or at least comes included in the price of purchasing the Jabra FREEWAY Bluetooth Car Kit). It provides similar features like handsfree text/SMS messages, email reading and dictation, and more. Although a 1 year free subscription sounds tempting, I was quickly dissuaded by the amount of private information I had to give up for this service. I'm admittedly paranoid, so uploading all my contacts and giving over my email passwords was a deal-breaker for me. If you value convenience over security, and trust the Voice Assist service to protect your private data, more power to you. For me, I'll be getting an iPhone 5 soon enough that I don't feel the urgent need to spread my risk between more companies than is absolutely necessary.
However, iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4 users still have Apple's built in Voice Control system, which while no Siri, can still do things like make calls or play music. You can trigger Voice Control by pressing and holding the phone icon right on the device. Still, even without the Voice Assist service, the Jabra FREEWAY Bluetooth Car Kit packs a lot of value. The FM transmitter to play your music or voice calls through your car speakers, which is great. Even better, it allows for 2 simultaneous bluetooth connections so that if you share a vehicle with a significant other, you needn't argue or barter over whose one device in the car gets to be paired for listening to calls or music. That's a real stress-saver. One thing that is a HUGE pet peeve for me is that many hands free devices have a blue blinking light that tells you when something is paired or when the device is on. This drives me insane, especially at night time. It's like the eye of Sauron piercing through steel and glass, needlessly distracting while i'm driving. Manufacturers please stop doing this. The Jabra FREEWAY Bluetooth Car Kit can be charged via the same AC adapter you use for your iPhone, or you can use the 12v adaptor that comes in the box. It will also automatically turn itself on and off as you enter or exit the Bluetooth radius, so you don't have to worry about accidentally leaving it on when you're out of the car, or forgetting to turn it on when you're driving.
The good
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The conclusionThe Jabra FREEWAY Bluetooth Car Kit is a great option for anyone who doesn't have built-in iPhone or iPod connectivity in their car, especially great for couples who want to be able to pair both their phones to single device. Voice Assist is a boon to anyone with an older iPhone that doesn't offer Siri, though it does come with some privacy and security tradeoffs. Sound quality with the built-in speakers is okay, but with the FM transmitter is even better. $109.95 - Buy nowGiveawayWant to win a Jabra FREEWAY Bluetooth Car Kit of your very own? Easy! Just subscribe to our YouTube channel at http://www.youtube.com/iMoreVideo and leave a YouTube comment at the bottom of the the Jabra FREEWAY Bluetooth Car Kit video! We'll pick a winner and that winner will get a Jabra FREEWAY Bluetooth Car Kit! Ready, set, enter now!! 
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| What to watch for when buying a used iPhone Posted: 30 Jul 2012 09:00 AM PDT  Buying a used iPhone online might seem like a great deal, but Michael Gowan runs down the potential pitfalls to watch out for. | ||||||||
| Apple had iPhone 4-like "purple" concept design back in 2005 Posted: 30 Jul 2012 08:34 AM PDT
Yet more goodies from the Apple vs. Samsung litigation loot bag have emerged this morning, including a prototype iPhone from 2005, called "Purple", that looks a lot like the 2010 iPhone 4. Apple released the prototype to counter charges from Samsung that the iPhone had been copied from Sony designs. The Verge got a look at the court documents and posted the picture above.
Back when the iPhone 4 was released, it looked like the Braun- and Leika-inspired design Apple SVP Jonathan Ive had always wanted to make, but until then had simply lacked the technology to bring to market. Seeing the Purple prototype, that rings truer than ever, and given that purported iPhone 5 leaks don't deviate from that general design either, Apple may have struck on their Platonic ideal and won't deviate until they have to. Bigger screens, smaller bezels, thinner frames, all may come. Apple might whittle away everything they can until only the content and barest shell remain. But more than ever, the current design looks to be that shell. Source: The Verge 
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