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11/12/2008, 10:45am, EST

Wednesday, November 12th

iPhone apps: Measures, Tilt Meter, iStop WritersBlock

  • Measures ($1) is a conversion utility with features for converting currency, temperature, weight and more. The app features a one screen interface that features a calculator like numerical input above a scroll wheel for selecting the desired conversion. Currency conversion rates are updated daily for 170 countries meaning the apps conversions stay accurate from day to day.

  • Tilt Meter Standard ($1) is an angle measurement tool for usages such as picture alignment or angle and slope measurement. The application disables the automatic sleep mode, meaning nothing has to be touched to keep the application open. The application can be calibrated to ensure measurements are accurate, and the display switches to a bubble level when the screen is facing up.

  • iStop WritersBlock ($1) helps writers avoid writers block by provide three simple tools. After become stuck a user can open up the app for an inspirational quote, writing challenge or a plot twist. Challenges provide users with a task such as incorporating a certain word into the next phrase that could help push a story in a new direction. Plat gives users new plot ideas that are generalized so they can apply to different genres.

  • PassGen Pro ($1) will help create stronger and safer passwords based on a users settings. The generator uses a technique of combining words which is supposed to help make the passwords more memorable. Users can choose from three different styles of password, including human, machine and hex. Users can also define the complexity of the password ranging from simple to complex.

  • Sticky Notes ($1) allows users to create sticky notes and then use them as the wallpaper on their iPhone or iPod touch. This allows users to be reminded of things without the need to unlock the device. Notes can be made as reminders, quick shopping lists, items to memorize or even notes of self-encouragement.


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    free option to Measures

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    11/12, 3:51pm, EST

    is 'Units'.

    It converts just about any unit of measure I could think of, including cubic-inch to liter (which most converters are missing). It's the most complete one I've ever run across, and it's FREE!

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