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iPhone apps: iSamurai, Rich Diamond, Good Reader

updated 05:50 pm EDT, Fri July 10, 2009

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  • iSamurai Bluetooth ($1) is a two-player sword-fighting game that enables players to slash, thrust, and block each other with their iPhones. Devices are linked over a Bluetooth or Wi-fi connection before the battle begins. Players can also choose to fight against computer opponents of various difficulty levels. iSamurai uses the accelerometer to determine different sword motions and then determines if an attack is successful or blocked. An included tutorial provides information regarding the different attacks or blocks that are available.

  • Rich Diamond ($1) requires players to collect all of the gems in each level before moving on. The game features 335 different levels, ranging from easy to challenging, and allows players to complete them in any order. The levels are not timed, allowing players to calculate their actions, and an undo feature can be used to correct mistakes. Rich Diamond also allows players to switch between an overhead perspective and a third-person perspective.

  • Good Reader ($5) allows users to store and view documents on an iPhone or iPod touch. Files can be wirelessly moved to the handheld, or sent using the standard USB cable and a free third-party application. Good Reader is able to handle large PDF's and features a 50x zoom function for viewing small details. The application also supports Office documents, HTML files, iWork '08 or '09 documents, audio, and video.

  • Amoebaz! ($2) is a game where players attempt to direct falling Amoebaz to the appropriate gene pools. Each of the Amoebaz is colored and players can guide them to the matching gene pool by tapping and dragging. The game also includes a high score board, along with the ability to resume from the same point after the app is paused and closed.

  • iNotify ($1) can be used to create to-do lists that are formatted as images for the device's unlock screen. When users open the application, they can enter reminders or tasks that need to be completed. The items are then formatted into a list that can be used as wallpaper.

    • By MacNN Staff

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