Photo App: Camera+

Camera+ is the one and only photo & visual editing app I have found that does everything I need and for a very low price of $1.99.

The app allows the user to enhance photos with the clarity feature. This function alone is more than worth the price of the app. Also, you have the ability to crop, rotate, add FX effects, borders, share with friends on other social networks (without having to leave the app) and so much more. The possibilites are endless.

Click here to take a look at Apple's description

From the creator:

"Whether you’re a seasoned photographer or someone who’s barely touched a camera, Camera+ will make you love taking photos.

Everybody has a creative side… Camera+ will help bring that creativity out in you, all with a fun, innovative, and beautiful design."

Continue reading more from the developer: http://campl.us/ 

 

See the photo shot before and after editing with Camera+ below.

Before editing with Camera+

After editing with Camera+

Another users before and after photos

Click the link to download Camera+ from the iTunes App Store: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id329670577?mt=8 

Video App: Splice

Looking for an app to help you edit the videos you capture on your iPhone?


I stumbled upon what I feel is one of the most valuable apps. It's called Splice. 


Splice allowed me to edit the videos I shot on my iPhone 4s quickly and easy. I was able to stitch 3 seperate videos together seamlessly, while also trimming each, creating title slides, transitions, and other minor effects to my video. After i approved my finished video project, I saved it to my photo library and uploaded it to YouTube from there. Super simple. 


I experienced a minor glitch. After I added 2 title slides, 3 videos and 2 transitions, the app crashed. Somewhat of a pain, BUT I was relieved to find that once I relaunched the app, my project was still there, right where I left off. I wasn't forced to recreate the wheel. Thank goodness!! This crashing episode happened about 3 more times, each time I tried to add another action or item like a transition or video. I'm still unsure if the crash occurred because I was trying to add actions/items too quickly or if the file was getting too large. Eventually, I was able to return to the project and do what I needed to get the job completed. Glee!


If you are interested in giving Splice a shot, there are two versions available for download from the iTunes Store. Below are the links to both options:


Download the $3.99 Version (my recommendation) 
Download the Free Version and $3.99 Version


If you are in need of a fantastic video tutorial, view the following YouTube video: 
Splice 2.0 Tutorial - Getting Started.

If you want a couple of other video editing application recommendations, try Reel Director or iMovie.


Read the description of Splice featured in the Apple iTunes Store:


"Splice together HD photos and videos in an amazingly simple way. Add music tracks from your iPod library, sound effects, transitions, borders, effects (like Ken Burns, slow motion and fast forward), trim video and audio, narrate with your own voice, and much more." 


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Shopping & Utility App: RedLaser

Great for comparison shopping.  Realtors, use this app to show clients how you will market their home to today’s internet savvy “browser” and buyer by use of QR Codes.

Apple Description:

RedLaser ―― Impossibly accurate barcode scanning.
We have changed the logo and name of the app to RL Classic to reflect the launch of our ALL-NEW RedLaser app, which will carry on the flagship RedLaser name. The new RedLaser app is available for download in the app store now. To experience the latest and best RedLaser yet, simply search for RedLaser – Barcode and QR Code Scan in iTunes and download the all-new RedLaser.
✓ Shop smarter. RedLaser searches for low online and local prices from hundreds of thousands of retailers. Features product results from Google, TheFind, SDC, eBay, Milo.com, Half.com, and more!
✓ Scan faster. Even without autofocus! RedLaser uses state-of-the-art barcode recognition that can readvirtually any product barcode. Works great on the iPhone or iPod Touch! (My note: works on iPad 2)

Read more about the feature by visiting one of the download sites listed below or from the developers site: http://redlaser.com/ 

Download Dropbox from the iTunes store: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/rl-classic/id312720263?mt=8 

Download Dropbox from the Android store: https://market.android.com/details?id=com.ebay.redlaser&hl=en

Productivity App: Dropbox

NEVER email a file again! This is BY FAR my most favorite app and it’s FREE! I have my Dropbox account synced to my office PC, my MacBook at home, my iPad, my iTouch and my iPhone. I have also created shared folders for multiple people to use and access at anytime from their own Dropbox account. Great to use for with teams/organizations that may need to access the same work folder/files. I store anything from a POA, marketing PowerPoint presentations, company logos and other images, videos, excel, word and pdf’s.

Apple Description:

Dropbox is a free service that lets you bring all your photos, docs, and videos anywhere. After you install Dropbox on your computer, any file you save to your Dropbox will automatically save to all your computers, your iPhone and iPad and even the Dropbox website! With the Dropbox app, you can take everything that matters to you on the go.

Read your docs or flip through your albums when you're out and about. Save photos or videos to your Dropbox and share them with friends in just a couple taps. Even if you accidentally leave your iPhone in a taxi, your stuff is always safe on Dropbox.

Features:
● Always have your stuff with you, no matter where you are.
● Add files to "Favorites" for fast, offline viewing.
● Easily save photos and videos to your Dropbox.
● Share your photos and docs with family and friends.
● Save email attachments straight to your Dropbox.

Download Dropbox from the iTunes store: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/dropbox/id327630330?mt=8

Download Dropbox from the Android store: https://market.android.com/details?id=com.dropbox.android&hl=en

Business App: Keynote Remote

I absolutely LOVE this app. I use it on my iPhone and I’m able to control and manipulate a keynote presentation on my iPad while it’s synced to an overhead projector. I’ve had one issue thus far and it’s that both devices must be connected to the same WIFI signal (you may want to enable hotspot on your iPhone and connect your iPad to your iPhone’s wifi signal). Even when connected, it took me a few attempts to get the two devices to speak to each other. Once up and rolling, this app performed magnificently. I feel it’s totally worth the small price of a dollar.

Apple Summary:

Keynote Remote lets you control a Keynote presentation on your Mac, iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch from another iPhone or iPod touch in the room. While you present, view your current slide and presenter notes in portrait, or the current slide and next slide in landscape. Swipe forward to advance and swipe back to return to the previous slide. Keynote Remote works with your Wi-Fi network, so you can control your presentation from anywhere in the room. Keynote Remote can use Wi-Fi or Bluetooth when connecting to your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch.

Control your Keynote presentations.
• Swipe to advance or return to the previous slide.
• See presenter notes on your iPhone or iPod touch.
• Preview your next slide in landscape orientation.
• Pair your iPhone or iPod touch to any Mac with Keynote, or to any iOS device running Keynote.

Keynote Remote requires:
• Keynote ’09 on a Mac (available from the Mac App Store) or Keynote app (1.4 or later) on an iOS device (available from the iTunes App Store).
• A working Wi-Fi connection when connecting to a Mac. A Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connection when connecting to an iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch.

Download Keynote Remote from the iTunes store: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/keynote-remote/id300719251?mt=8

Business App: Hours Tracker

Having trouble keeping your time sheet up to date?


There's an App for that... 


The Hours Tracker App keeps your time sheet up to date through their easy to use interface. Just click on it, click on the job, and you're all set. 


Still forgot to clock in? It'll allow you to do just that. It will also let you set your hourly rate, plus the amount you need to save for tax from every paycheck. The app also lets you set your pay periods, and export the info to your email. Hours Tracker app comes in Paid and Free versions, and is worth every penny (if you ever get the paid version). It now updates itself and saves your information in a cloud.

Shopping App: AppsGoneFree

AppsGoneFree in iTunes App Store

Never pay for an app again. Use this app to search for paid apps for free EACH DAY.

App Chronicles notes:
"Looking for free apps? Get the Best FREE iPhone and iPad apps of the Day here!

We scout the App Store everyday to bring you the newest, quality apps that have just turned free. These apps are interesting, useful, or just plain fun- not those crappy apps not worth your time to download.

Be sure to check the price in the App Store before downloading to make sure they are still free as developers can end free promotions at any time. And come back here everyday to get your fresh dose of the best free apps of the day."

Read more from App Chronicles

Download AppsGoneFree from iTunes: http://www.apple.com/itunes/affiliates/download/?id=470693788

Blogging App: Blogger

The is a wonderful app if you want to be able to blog from your iPhone or iTouch to one or multiple blogs you admin. Simply, switch from one blog to the next. It allows one to attach multiple pictures, tags, and even location.


It has a few cons:


- unable to arrange or size the picture(s) you attach to blog.


- unable to select font type or size.


- unable to hyperlink.


- unable to style paragraph or text (centering, bullets, etc).


Otherwise, it's just dandy, so give it a whirl! I used the app to post the text, link text and photos and when I had time, logged in on my computer and edited the image placement, font and link.


http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/blogger/id459407288?mt=8

GeoLocation App: Find My Friends

I LOVE this app. I use it on my iPhone and iPad. Recently, it came in very handy. A friend of mine (who i'm connected to in the "Find My Friends" app) traveled to Las Vegas to meet her parents for Thanksgiving. She was to call her family when she landed so they could meet and proceed with plans. My friend went to baggage claim and realized that her iPhone was gone..Someone had stolen it. She called me from a payphone and asked me to locate and track her phone using the "Find My Friends" application. I located the phone in the airport and directed her to the approximate area. She spotted a member of the maintenance crew and asked them if someone had reported finding an iphone. Much to her surprise, that person has just been given an iphone to take to lost and found. Apparently, a child, thinking he was next to his mom, grabbed the phone from my friends pocket and walked away. The mom realized the mistake the child had made and immediately took the phone to the nearest airport employee. My friend collected her device and issued a big hug of thanks.

 

Apple Description:

Find My Friends allows you to easily locate your friends and family from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. Install this free app on your iOS 5 device and sign in with the Apple ID you use with iCloud. Adding a friend is easy – just send a request to see their location. Once your friend accepts using the Find My Friends app, you will then be able to see that friend’s location on a list or on a map.

You can also choose to share your location for a limited period of time with a group of friends.

Use Find My Friends to keep track of your traveling companions when you’re on vacation. Or to see if the kids are home from school. Or to find the friends you’re meeting for dinner.

FEATURES• Easily locate friends and family
• Temporary sharing option
• Simple privacy controls
• Parental restrictions
• Free for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch

Download here: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/find-my-friends/id466122094?mt=8