Aug 25

How iPad Technology and iPhone Apps Expand Liberty

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Got a pothole? There’s an app for that. Need a medical marijuana dispensary? There’s an app for that, too. Reason.tv’s Ted Balaker sat down with Matt Harrison and Justin Hartfield of the Prometheus Institute to discuss how new technology can expand liberty. Harrison and Hartfield are the creators of the Do-it-Yourself Democracy iPhone application, which allows users to expose government waste, organize protests, or simply hector officials into finally fixing a long-neglected pothole. Hartfield is also the creator of WeedMaps.com, a site and iPhone app that locates medical marijuana dispensaries and allows users to interact with other medical marijuana patients. Other topics include: Revamping classic libertarian books with iPad technology and how Steve Jobs manages to be both an uber-capitalist and a progressive hero. Interview by Ted Balaker. Shot by Alex Manning, Hawk Jensen, and Paul Detrick. Edited by Paul Detrick. Music: “Get What You Want?” by Beight (Magnatune Records). Just under 10 minutes. Go to reason.tv for downloadable iPod, HD, and audio versions of this and all our videos. Subscribe to Reason.tv’s YouTube Channel and receive automatic notifications when new material goes live.
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Aug 25

Where on the Internet can I find sales figures for top iPhone applications?

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Question by Maria U: Where on the Internet can I find sales figures for top iPhone applications?
I am doing a research on iPhone applications and need data on sales figures. Could someone help guide me to a website that has the info

Best answer:

Answer by Booger
This is going to be a challenge, because sales figures on top iPhone applications, believe it or not, is open for interpretation.

You also want to make sure you are framing your question in the best way. For example:

– Are you looking for iPhone applications that are selling the best, or that are being downloaded the most?
– Are you comparing iPhone application penetration to growth in application spread?
-Do you want the name of the best sellers, or know the price point of the applications that are selling the most?

To get really great information all in one place, you normally have to pay for it from a Gartners or Forrestor. For doing this research in the cheap you can go to a number of resources. And even then, you may have a hard time finding the “Best Selling Application”.

A good place to start is www.admob.com

This is the type of data I pulled when I did a marketing analysis of iPhone applications and smartphone distribution.

* 5% of applications had more than 100,000 active users(1) in the AdMob Network in May 2009.
* 14% of applications had between 10,000 – 100,000 active users, representing 322 applications. An application could fall into this low usage category, the apps could be brand new, very old, targeted to a niche market, or not provide a good user experience.

It is also important to keep in mind, that even after you obtain the data, further analysis will be required. For example, apps that are free are downloaded more than those that cost money. Some apps are free for a time period, and then start charging to build up popularity and bolster distribution numbers.

Good luck with your research!

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Aug 25

Apple Iphone Review – Should You Buy The Apple Iphone Now, Or Wait?

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Apple Iphone Review – Should You Buy The Apple Iphone Now, Or Wait?

There has been a ton of buzz lately about Apple’s iPhone and for good reason. The iPhone is an innovative take on the cellular phone handset and it incorporates a lot of really great features. Having said that, should you rush out to buy the 1st generation Apple iPhone or wait for future releases of the handset? In this article, I’m going to give you some food for thought that you should consider before making a decision one way or the other.

As with virtually any new technology-related product release, there will be iPhone bugs to deal with. The first generation Apple iPhone is already catching criticism for things such as earpiece volume, battery life, and battery replacement. If I know anything about Apple, I know that they listen to user feedback and you can bet the ranch that the biggest complaints voiced over their 1st generation version will be addressed in future iPhone models.

Another reason to wait is pricing. As you’ve already seen, Apple drastically lowered their iPhone pricing just months after the initial launch. To be honest, I expected to see a price drop, but not that soon and certainly not by that much. Anytime you purchase the newest technology riding on a wave of hype and excitement, you’re going to pay top dollar for it.

So the verdict? If you can control the urge to buy the latest and greatest toy from Apple for just a little while longer, you’ll most likely end up with a product that you’ll be more satisfied with, and at a price that won’t pull on the pursestrings quite as hard. Don’t get me wrong, I love the iPhone and think it’s a fantastic product worth buying, however, it would serve you best in my opinion to wait for the next release. No matter what you decide, enjoy it… it’s a great gadget!

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Aug 25

Pre-installed Kit : Apple iPhone 3G Lcd Glass Screen Cover + Touch Screen Digitizer + Frame + Home Flex Button + Ear Speaker + Tool + Cleaning Cloth

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Pre-installed Kit : Apple iPhone 3G Lcd Glass Screen Cover + Touch Screen Digitizer + Frame + Home Flex Button + Ear Speaker + Tool + Cleaning Cloth

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Aug 25

iPhone 4th Generation Case – Mivizu Silicone Skin cover case for iPhone 4G 16GB / 32GB + MiniSuit Microfiber Key Chain + Screen Protector (7 Color Options)

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Luxuriate your Apple iPhone with our stunning new Mivizu Brand silicone case. Package includes iPhone Screen protector and MiniSuit Microfiber screen cleaner.

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Aug 25

iPhone Cool Projects

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iPhone Cool Projects

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The iPhone and iPod touch have provided all software developers with a level playing field—developers working alone have the same access to consumers as multinational software publishers. Very cool indeed! To make your application stand out from the crowd, though, it has to have that something extra. You must learn the skills to take your apps from being App Store filler to download chart-topping blockbusters. Developers with years of experience helped write this book. Spend some time under

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