App Review Archive

  • First off sorry for the lack of posts this past month – not sure what happened other than time getting away from me. There is certainly no shortage of topics to share with you. I receive a lot of e-mail asking if I've heard of certain apps or websites. I always try to research these and share what I've learned. Here are a few apps and sites to look out for: LOL Jokes, Ask.fm, WhatsApp, IM+, Oovoo and LiveProfile.

    A few Apps and Websites to look out for

    Posted on May 15, 2013 | 2 Comments
    First off sorry for the lack of posts this past month – not sure what happened other than time getting away from me. There is certainly no shortage of topics to share with you. I receive a lot of e-mail asking if I've heard of certain apps or websites. I always try to research these and share what I've learned. Here are a few apps and sites to look out for: LOL Jokes, Ask.fm, WhatsApp, IM+, Oovoo and LiveProfile.

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  • If you've been following my advice here on Be Web Smart, you've locked down your child’s iPod, restricting them from purchasing apps and viewing videos on YouTube, and you've installed a kid-safe browser. And your kids might be wondering, well what can I do now?!? So I’m more than pleased to write about an app that kids can enjoy and parents don’t have to worry about.

    KidzVuz – a safe video app for kids

    Posted on February 6, 2013 | No Comments
    If you've been following my advice here on Be Web Smart, you've locked down your child’s iPod, restricting them from purchasing apps and viewing videos on YouTube, and you've installed a kid-safe browser. And your kids might be wondering, well what can I do now?!? So I’m more than pleased to write about an app that kids can enjoy and parents don’t have to worry about.

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  • By now you've heard about all the latest and greatest apps, from Instagram and Kik to the new 6-second video sharing site called Vine. And you've wondered: are my kids using those apps? If you've got younger children you might have restricted them from downloading apps, or you've set them up with your Apple ID so they need you, keeper of the password, when they’re ready to try out a new game. However, if your kids are older or you haven’t set up these safeguards, it could be anything goes in the App Store. That’s the kind of situation where AppCertain could be your new friend.

    AppCertain – App download notification system keeps parents in the know

    Posted on February 1, 2013 | No Comments
    By now you've heard about all the latest and greatest apps, from Instagram and Kik to the new 6-second video sharing site called Vine. And you've wondered: are my kids using those apps? If you've got younger children you might have restricted them from downloading apps, or you've set them up with your Apple ID so they need you, keeper of the password, when they’re ready to try out a new game. However, if your kids are older or you haven’t set up these safeguards, it could be anything goes in the App Store. That’s the kind of situation where AppCertain could be your new friend.

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  • Here’s an app review for the moms and dads. Just in time for the holidays – or this weekend – or right now! This is a great app for novice or intermediate wine enthusiasts like me. Wine experts might scoff but I appreciate the assistance with choosing a wine pairing. What wine works best with beef stew? Chinese food? Brie cheese? A few clicks and you are one step closer to a full-bodied Cabernet, sparkly Prosecco or an oaky Chardonnay.

    Hello Vino app helps you find the perfect wine

    Posted on December 14, 2012 | No Comments
    Here’s an app review for the moms and dads. Just in time for the holidays – or this weekend – or right now! This is a great app for novice or intermediate wine enthusiasts like me. Wine experts might scoff but I appreciate the assistance with choosing a wine pairing. What wine works best with beef stew? Chinese food? Brie cheese? A few clicks and you are one step closer to a full-bodied Cabernet, sparkly Prosecco or an oaky Chardonnay.

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  • I grew up listening to albums, then cassette tapes, and eventually CD’s. I have an entire bookshelf full of CD’s that I have yet to import to my computer. I haven’t purchased a new CD for several years now; we've gone digital. When I want to purchase some new music I usually buy it in iTunes (and sometimes Amazon), sync to my iPod, and then connect it to portable speakers or our stereo system. And now I find even that is considered old-school.

    Music Discovery: Beyond Pandora

    Posted on November 18, 2012 | No Comments
    I grew up listening to albums, then cassette tapes, and eventually CD’s. I have an entire bookshelf full of CD’s that I have yet to import to my computer. I haven’t purchased a new CD for several years now; we've gone digital. When I want to purchase some new music I usually buy it in iTunes (and sometimes Amazon), sync to my iPod, and then connect it to portable speakers or our stereo system. And now I find even that is considered old-school.

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  • What better choice for my Fun Friday post than a review of Friends are Fun! Toddlers and preschoolers can learn how to make friends and how to be a good friend with this colorful digital storybook.

    Friends are Fun! App Review

    Posted on August 10, 2012 | No Comments
    What better choice for my Fun Friday post than a review of Friends are Fun! Toddlers and preschoolers can learn how to make friends and how to be a good friend with this colorful digital storybook.

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