NYArtBeat Takes You Around New York

Art Beat has announced NYArtBeat 1.0, their new cultural event finder app for iPhone and iPod touch devices. The new NYArtBeat application enables users to easily discover the art & design events happening around them as they move through New York City. No need to plan museum & gallery visits from home anymore: the app leverages the huge database of 1000 cultural venues in the city, tracked by NY Art Beat, to give instant access to more than 600 art and design events.

"NYArtBeat addresses the challenge facing both New York visitors and residents: how to find good cultural events in their areas of interest," said Paul Baron, co-founder of Art Beat Inc. "With so many ways to find art and design events tailored to your tastes and lifestyle, the NYArtBeat iPhone App helps you experience more of the culture happening around you."

The Nearby Search feature helps users visit a series of nearby events in one outing. It locates events around users anywhere in New York, helping them visit more events as part of their everyday routine. The GPS search lists events based on distance from the user. The user can also display results on a map, access the details of each event or open the Map application for directions.

The Most Popular list gives users a quick sense of the most notable events of the moment, calculated from user feedback on NYArtBeat's website. This acts an easy starting point for busy New Yorkers who don't have time to sift through hundreds of events when deciding where to go on their lunch break.

The Browse tab lets users explore their own tastes by diving into the full database to search for more specific events, listed by media or area. Our signature "smart" listings inform users on events closing soon, opening parties, events starting soon and events that are great for kids.

One of NYArtBeat's unique features is the ability to sort any list by popularity, area, media or remaining days, letting users organize the content to fit their tastes and schedule. Each event screen includes a poster graphic, a description, schedule details, opening days and hours, entrance fee, and subway access information.

Content Highlights:
* 600 hand-curated current events on average, from big museum shows, to smaller galleries and community centers
* 6 "Smart" lists including Closing soon, Opening Receptions, For Kids Too
* 22 media categories including Painting, Photography, Architecture, Video Installations
* 22 areas including Chelsea, LES, DUMBO, Williamsburg, Soho

Feature Highlights:
* Clear, simple User Interface
* Nearby event search results ordered by walking distance, viewable on a map
* Sort events list by popularity, area, media or schedule
* One-Button Share with your friends by email
* One-Button Call venue

TokyoArtBeat, the Tokyo version of this app is currently #1 in the Lifestyle category of the Japanese App Store. NYArtBeat is gaining in popularity in the US.

Pricing and Availability:
NYArtBeat 1.0 is only $0.99 (USD) for a limited time and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Travel category.


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Cool, Fancy Features for Facebook & Twitter

Onederr has launched Social Fun Box 1.0, an app for users who want to liven up their Facebook and Twitter posts. The application offers seven very cool, fancy features that bring life to otherwise boring text updates. Users can add symbols, icons and emoticons, as well as share their location, photos and original drawings.

Social Fun Box has one purpose - to increase fun for Facebook and Twitter users. It incorporates colorful and expressive symbols with an easy to use and feature rich interface that allows for the sharing of photos, location maps, gift sending and more. Users can now replace their boring text notes with bright, noticeable posts.

The Social Fun Box app offers seven full features for one low price. With the built-in special keyboard, users have access to social marketing tools that will increase their enjoyment when posting updates to their Facebook and Twitter accounts. Their readers will appreciate the improvements, as well.

Features:
* Amazingly cool symbols and icons
* Selection of 100 emoticons
* Wide range of gifts to post to your Facebook friends
* Shout out your location with a map
* Draw your own artwork and share it on Facebook and Twitter
* Send photos to friends on Facebook and Twitter
* Answer funny questions about your Facebook friends

Account holders can now express themselves just by inserting an emoticon, symbol or icon. There are lots to choose from, so finding the perfect one should be easy, as is dressing up posts to capture attention from readers. Perhaps one of Social Fun Box's coolest features is the neon drawing capability. A user can create a picture by moving their finger around their iPhone screen. Once done, the artwork can be shared with friends.

This application also allows for the sharing of a location map, the posting of gifts and questions. Pretty much everything is covered for a full user experience with social marketing buddies. There's no reason for anyone to continue posting in the same old boring way on Facebook or Twitter because Social Fun Box is providing the solution. It's all in the name of fun and there's plenty of it here.

Pricing and Availability:
Social Fun Box 1.0 is only $0.99 (USD) and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Social Networking category. Promo codes are available for qualified reviewers. Please specify the website or blog you represent when making your request.


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ADR Studio Posts iPhone 4G Concept Video

ADR Studio has posted a video and renderings of their concept for the iPhone 4G.

Their design features a new AMOLED screen, an aluminum enclosure, a front facing camera, and iPhone OS 4.0.

You can take a look below...

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Leaked Microsoft Document Explains How Much of Your Private Data They Store

A leaked security document explains how Microsoft stores your private data and how law enforcement agencies can get it.

Cryptome posted the document entitled, "Global Criminal Compliance Handbook" on February 23rd and Microsoft immediately demanded it be removed asserting that the document is copyrighted material under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).

The tech giant managed to scare Cryptome's host, Network Solutions into taking down the disputed pages. However, they have now dropped their complaint most likely because Cryptome publisher John Young was within his fair use rights.

BusinessInsider says "Using a bogus copyright claim to try to keep users in the dark about what it's doing with their data is inexcusable."

If you use Windows Live, Windows Live ID, Microsoft Office Live, XBox Live, MSN, Windows LIVE Spaces, Windows Live Messenger, Windows Live Hotmail, or MSN Groups, you may want to check out the document below to see how much of your private data Microsoft stores and for how long. The document also outlines the legal process required to obtain customer account information and content.

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Adobe Launches Acrobat Connect Pro Mobile for iPhone

Adobe has released Acrobat Connect Pro Mobile for the iPhoneand iPod touch.

Download the FREE Adobe Acrobat Connect Pro Mobile application, and enjoy immediate access to meetings anytime, anywhere. Watch and listen to live presentations including real-time presenter webcam video and screen sharing demonstrations. You can see who is in the meeting at any given time, and collaborate with others using live text chat. VoIP meeting audio will broadcast straight to your device over a WiFi or 3G connection, or the meeting host may give you the option to join a telephone conference call.

FEATURES:
- Attend Connect Pro Meetings with integrated conference call or Voice over IP audio. Let the meeting call you, and avoid entering cumbersome dialing codes.
- See who has joined the meeting, and their role (host, presenter, or attendee)
- View presentations, PDF documents, videos, and screen sharing provided by the meeting organizer. Rotate, pan, and zoom to choose your personal 'best view' of shared content
- View webcamera broadcasts from unlimited live camera feeds provided in the meeting
- Participate in Chat conversations throughout the meeting.
- Join meetings attended by users on virtually any computer system: Mac, Windows, Linux, and Solaris. Plus other mobile attendees on iPhone and iPod touch.

You can download Adobe Acrobat Connect Pro Mobile from the App Store for free.

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Broadband Bullet Provides Unlimited Contract Free 3G Internet Access

Unilava today announced the availability of the 3G USB Portable Laptop Stick, Broadband Bullet, offering business customers seamless connectivity to the Internet from their laptop while on the go via nationwide and international 3G wireless broadband service in over 120 countries. The Company has already pre-sold the Broadband Bullet through its sales and distribution channels.

“Business travelers today rely on Internet connection for their laptop while on the road. It is important for us to offer our business customers with fast wireless connection speed and high coverage that they can rely on,” said Boaz Yung, EVP of Business Development and Technology, Unilava Corporation. “The Broadband Bullet provides a true plug-and-connect experience for business travelers to stay connected virtually anywhere, anytime and is future proof as the evolution of 3G technology progresses and upgrades.”

The Broadband Bullet allows customers with a laptop to take advantage of faster broadband speeds available through industry standards 3G and 3G+ high-speed data network (HSPA and HSPA+) with connection speed of up to 7.2Mbps and 12Mbps, respectively. Customers simply plug the Broadband Bullet laptop stick into their laptop and the built-in software automatically finds the best available Internet connection. The Broadband Bullet is also an innovative 2-in-1 device that allows the customer to connect to the web and use as a memory stick with a Micro-SD card slot, allowing up to 8GB of storage.

Unlike other providers, the Broadband Bullet does not require a contract and the service is prepaid. The monthly plans are competitive, offering 5GB data usage for $50 per month and Unlimited data usage for $60 per month. In addition, the company developed an ‘Equipment Reimbursement’ program towards the laptop stick to eliminate the equipment costs, which makes the device practically free for the customer.

“With our pre-order program, the Broadband Bullet is proving to be a successful product and service at competitive pricing,” said Chris Chen, EVP of Sales, Unilava Corporation. “With no contracts and applying the ‘Equipment Reimbursement’ program without compromising quality, we are the first to offer this type of service to our customers which sets us apart from other providers. We are looking forward to continuing with our aggressive marketing and sales strategy for complete launch of this product.”

The Broadband Bullet service is available for purchase on online at www.telava.com and www.amazon.com, or order by phone at 1-888-983-5282.

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Mvix Solido Wireless-N USB Adapter Reaches 4x Farther

MvixUSA has announced the launch of Mvix Solido, a revolutionary wireless-N USB adapter with 300 mbps data throughput and much higher range.

Mvix Solido Wireless-N Adapter uses the latest wireless networking technology, IEEE 802.11n. By superimposing multiple transmission signals, Wireless-N's MIMO technology provides a significantly high data throughput (upto 300Mbps). Unlike traditional wireless networking technologies that can suffer interference, MIMO increases the range and reduces "dead spots" in the wireless coverage area. The robust "N" signal travels farther, maintaining wireless connections up to 4 times farther than the traditional adapters.

"Solido is our latest marvel for making wireless media streaming a reality. After a thundering success of our award-winning WiFi N adapter Nubbin, we further improved on the wireless-N technology and the results are phenomenal. It is not only an "must-have" add-on for our range of high definition media streamers like Ultio, it's a must for high speed home or office wireless networks." - commented Mike Mallon, the VP of business development at Mvix.

Mvix Solido comes pre-equipped with the popular 5dbi antenna architecture. The 5dbi antenna provides an enhanced and stable reception of the wireless signal allowing faster, more reliable signal at a greater distance from a Wifi Router. The tilt-adjustable head lets one fine tune the reception and provides a signal so strong, it eliminates any hiccups from high definition media streaming.

Mike further elaborated, "Mvix Solido brings incredible speed of Wireless-N to media-centric applications like streaming HD video, audio, gaming, etc. It provides a stable platform to run multiple media-intense streams across your network simultaneously. We are delighted to introduce this much-awaited product - which is a true plug and play WiFi-N adapter for our Mvix Ultio and Mvix Ultio Pro models." Mvix Solido is being launched at an aggressively competitive price of $34.99 making it an extremely affordable accessory to Ultio / Ultio Pro Media Centers. It is also compatible with Windows, Mac OS and Linux. Solido is ready for shipping immediately.


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