Do You Doodle? try Doodlecast for Kids http://itunes.apple.com/app/doodlecast-for-kids/id469487373 I just downloaded this app from zinc Roe Games (thanks for the promo code!) and I had to play with it first but I'm betting #LD is going to love this app. He's at that stage now where he just loves singing and drawing and making music. I can't wait to show this to him. Maybe we'll try it with the stylus as well. I think it's funny to note that kids his age seem to have this need to make sounds CONSTANTLY. Lucian is always humming or singing or making some kind of noise. Sometimes it works on our nerves, but other times I have to chuckle because it's the times when he is QUIET that we worry what he may be up to. Play with this app and share YOUR Doodlecasts with me. It's fun! (don't forget to let your kiddos play too!)

Beware of a new phishing scam targeting MobileMe customers looking to transition to iCloud. THIS IS A HOAX. PLEASE DON'T FALL FOR IT!

Now that Lion is out and many Mac users are downloading and upgrading, what Applications will be left in the dust? You might consider iBank for your financial management software needs. Here is some information on the topic from the IGG Software site:

 

Here's why full-featured iBank 4 is the best choice for your next personal finance manager:

• Mac OS X 10.7-ready: iBank 4 is fully compatible with the newest Mac OS X, Lion.
• Easy setup: iBank's setup assistant simplifies importing all of your transactions, accounts, categories and investments from Quicken for Mac - or PC! (note: iBank does not use classes).
• All kinds of accounts: Track your savings, checking, credit cards, loans, mortgages and investment accounts... see balances at a glance.
• Bank downloads: Get your transaction data quickly via Direct Connect from most major financial institutions, or use iBank’s integrated browser to download from your bank’s website (online bill pay isn't supported at this time).
• Categorize everything: Create category hierarchies, assign categories or sub-categories to each transaction, or split transactions for more detailed tracking.
• Generate powerful reports: Create beautiful, detailed reports on account balances, income and expense, investments, net worth and more (note that report template selection differs from Quicken's).
• Reconciliation: Use this powerful feature to reconcile bank statements and maintain exact balances with minimum hassle.
• Full-featured investment support: Track buys, sells, dividends and more; review security prices over time; analyze portfolio performance with powerful investor reports (note that iBank cannot import security price histories from Quicken).
• iOS sync: Use iBank Mobile (sold separately) to enter transactions on the go and sync with iBank from your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch.
• One version, worldwide: Use multiple currency support to create accounts in different currencies and apply exchange rates to transfers.
• Better organization: Use account groups and smart accounts to keep your finances organized at a glance.
• Choose your budget: iBank 4 offers both traditional and envelope-style budgets.

More flexible file import: iBank imports data in OFX, QFX, QIF or CSV formats for both new and existing accounts.**

Integrated web browser: Access, view and download transactions from bank websites without leaving iBank.

File attachments: Attach documents, images, PDFs, statements or receipts to transactions, then review them in Cover Flow.

Built-in camera integration: Use your Mac's iSight or FaceTime camera to quickly attach photos to transactions.

Category images & background colors: Customize your data for easy review.

64-bit optimization: Take full advantage of your Mac's processing power.

*Quicken Essentials is Lion-compatible, but lacks true investment support, QIF export and many other key features found in iBank 4.
**Quicken can import QFX into existing accounts and QIF when creating new accounts.

Ready to make the switch to iBank? Download now and start your 30-day trial!

 

Do you have a password manager? Does your password manager also manage details of your software purchases? Does it sync across multipe devices and platforms? Are the software developers totally awesome? Are there compatible mobile apps that show you the same information when you need it at the drop of a hat? These are questions you should ask yourself when looking at software to manager your most intimate personal data. Save yourself. Go here: agilebits.com/products/1Password

Not sure about you, but I *know* my husband would love these. Now, I just wonder if they make your legs look thinner like a webcam does from the pixellation? Hmmm.

I've developed a couple of babies. I think I should get a few points for that! One of these days I really want to learn more about creating apps on the iOS platform, so I figured this is a good start! Next I'll be looking into the Affiliate Program for our blog. Wish me luck!

Even though I drink the Apple Koolaid, I'm just as critical of the brand. And so we discuss Apple in all its glory as well as shortcomings and bad foo on the TUAW Talkcast which happens each Sunday night at 10 pm EST over on TalkShoe. Join us sometime, won't you?

I created this post using the "Card Stock" template in iPhoto. I posted it to Posterous via the bookmarklet which auto-posted it to my Blogspot blog. Then, I posted it here again using the Posterous bookmarklet.