If you want to buy stuff or sell stuff online, you are probably already familiar with CraigsList and eBay. Now these buy-and-sell services are available as apps fo...
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If you want to buy stuff or sell stuff online, you are probably already familiar with CraigsList and eBay. Now these buy-and-sell services are available as apps for your mobile devices.
Solution #1
CraigslistPro from Escargot Studios is available on both iOS and Android. You can post stuff you want to sell and search for stuff you want from sellers local to you. CraigslistPro (iOS)
CraigslistPro (Android)
Solution #2
If you prefer eBay auctions, then check out the GarageSale app (available on both iOS only). You can start your own auction, upload pictures, respond to questions, and more. GarageSale (iOS)
Solution #3
With an app called Zaarly, you can ask for anything (e.g., bake a cake, do your laundry, teach you boxing, need a red couch) and name your price and the Zaarly connects you to local people who can fulfill your needs. The app is available on both iOS and Android. Zaarly (iOS)
Zaarly (Android)
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Words go unspoken, but words that should remain silent are heard.
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How about some augmented reality fun? Huh? What is that?? Find out with Cali.
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You work hard so when it’s time for vacation, you want it to be great. Here are some apps that will make your trip more enjoyable.
Solution #1
If you’re flyin...
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You work hard so when it’s time for vacation, you want it to be great. Here are some apps that will make your trip more enjoyable.
Solution #1
If you’re flying, start your travel with a good seat on the plane. Use an app like Seat Guru (available only on iOS) to help guide you on which seats on that type of plane is most desirable. There is no Android app, but you can use the Seat Guru website to get the same information. Seat Guru website
Seat Guru (iOS)
Solution #2
For those who prefer to tour your vacation destination hotspots on your own at your pace, there are many apps that would give you information on specific places. Here are some iOS app examples - Vatican Museums, Ancient Rome, and Boston’s Freedom Trail. You just need to check your app store. Vatican Museums (iOS
Ancient Rome (iOS)
Boston’s Freedom Trail (iOS)
Solution #3
With an app called Postagram (available on iOS and Android), you can take a picture of yourself (or use any picture on your mobile device) and send a real postcard to anyone you want. Postagram (iOS)
Postagram (Android)
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Looking for a new home can be a long, arduous process. Here are some apps to help you through the whole process.BR>
Solution #1
If you like to drive around to ...
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Looking for a new home can be a long, arduous process. Here are some apps to help you through the whole process.BR>
Solution #1
If you like to drive around to look, bring your a laptop or tablet with mobile broadband with you. When you see something you like, you can Google the address to find more information about that house. Mobile Broadband
Solution #2
Alternatively, with your mobile device, you can use the Zillow and Realtor.com apps to set up filters and search criteria (e.g., price range, number of bedrooms, bathrooms, and more) to narrow down your search. Both apps are available on iOS and Android. Home Snap is another useful (iOS-only) app. With this app, you take a picture of the house you’re looking at and the app will return information about it. Zillow (iOS)
Zillow (Android)
Realtor.com (iOS)
Realtor.com (Android)
Home Snap (iOS)
Solution #3
Once you’ve found a house, an App called Zillow Mortgage (available on iOS and Android) will help you figure out your mortgage payments. Zillow Mortgage (iOS)
Zillow Mortgage (Android)
When inspiration strikes or when you have a little time, you may want access to your files from wherever you are. Here are some ways.
Solution #1
For Apple de...
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When inspiration strikes or when you have a little time, you may want access to your files from wherever you are. Here are some ways.
Solution #1
For Apple devices, the iCloud service provides 5GB of free storage that can be accessed anywhere by your mobile device as well as PC. Automatic backup is included. Additional storage can be purchased. For PC or Android, Microsoft’s SkyDrive service gives 25 GB of free storage. iCloud (iOS)
SkyDrive (Android)
Solution #2
Dropbox is a very popular, platform-independent cloud storage service. The free service includes 2 GB. DropBox
Solution #3
Instead of a cloud service, you can use iTwin to remotely and securely connect to your hard drive from anywhere. iTwin uses a two-part, USB connected device to establish the connection between two computers. You split the device, connecting one part to one computer and the other part to the other computer. The computers can be anywhere. The size of your hard drive limits the storage space. There is also an iTwin multi version that creates direct lines for multiple people. iTwin is supported on Macs and PCs. iTwin
My Mobile Life 18 - From Noob to Pro with Gaming on the Go 02/01/12
TITLE: My Mobile Life #: How to Get Started with Mobile Gaming SHORT DESCRIPTION: Are you into fun and games? Cali gives you some options and shares her favorites.
LONG DESCRIPTION: We’ve come a long ways from having to go to an arcade to play games to having your own consoles to being able to play games on your mobile devices. Let’s explore your gaming options.
Solution #1
Nintendo 3DS and the PlayStation Vita are rivals for your gaming pleasure. Nintendo 3DS supports glasses-free 3D gaming, and you can take 3D pictures and video with it. The PlayStation Vita offers a more sophisticated gaming experience with enhanced graphics and wide screen. Nintendo 3DS
Playstation Vita
Solution #2
Angry Birds, available on IOS and Android, is one of the most popular games of all time. You should also check out Plants vs Zombies, available on IOS and Android. There are many more... just browse. If you’re a creature of habit and miss the joystick, there are options for your mobile device - JoyStick-It and Fling-Mini joystick. Angry Birds (iOS)
Angry Birds (Android)
Plants vs Zombies (iOS)
Plants vs Zombies (Android)
JoyStick-It
Fling-Mini joystick
Solution #3
If you prefer the intricate, high graphics games available on game consoles or powerful PCs, now there is an option with OnLive. This app streams the game to your mobile device but is currently only available on Android. You do need stable Internet connectivity for the best experience. The app is free but you still have to pay for the game or you can get a subscription. OnLive (Android)
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