This is a video created for a sister site, MyHDTVChoice.com. The video shows the iPhone using the “Remote” app to control an Apple TV. People who don’t own an Apple TV may not realize how difficult it is to browse a large media library with Apple’s old remote. The iPhone now solves that problem. The Remote app basically let’s you browse through the Apple TV’s content like it was content on your iPhone. Check out the video below.
Enigmo was originally a well-reviewed puzzle game only available on your Mac or PC. But it’s been ported over to the iPhone with a special user interface for the iPhone. Enigmo is a 3D puzzle game where you manipulate slides, bumpers, and other objects in order to direct drops of water, lava, and other liquids toward a target. See video below of gameplay demonstrated at WWDC 2008. Enigmo was given an WWDC award by Apple for Best iPhone Game.
This will be the first game I am purchasing for the iPhone 2.0 software, mainly because of the solid reviews and the fact that is a puzzle game with the ability to save your progress. I have reservations about using a touchscreen and accelerometers for other types of games, but at the same time, I recognize the ingenuity of game developers to create incredible games. Expect many reviews here soon.
Links:
Official Enigmo for iPhone page.
MacWorld review of Enigmo 2.
We’re all anticipating the arrival of the 3G iPhone soon. Similar to someone about to have a new baby, there are a few steps that should be take in preparation.
The first is to check if AT&T Wireless’s 3G network is accessible in your area. There’s no use preparing for something you can’t use. Most metropolitan areas are covered, but if you live out in the boonies, you may currently be out of luck. To check your area, travel on over to AT&T’s coverage map. You’ll see a link at the bottom that says “View 3G/Mobile Broadband coverage (in select areas).” This will bring up a list of cities sorted by state. Click on your city and a heat map will appear showing strength-of-signal coverage.
If you are going to replace the previous version of the iPhone, it may be time to plan what to do with the old one. You could give it as a gift to a loved one or keep it as a backup phone. You could jailbreak it and use it as the world’s coolest Skype phone (note: you may soon be able to do this officially soon thanks to the SDK). Or, you could sell it on eBay. There are used iPhones going for around $300 on eBay right now (but probably less once the new version comes out).
You could also prepare yourself spiritually for the 3G iPhone. Fasting will clear your mind in preparation for fighting the ADD that faster 3G speeds will surely bring. It will also save tons of money on food, which, in turn, will help you afford the iPhone and its, perhaps, more expensive data plan.
If you have any ideas on how to prepare for the iPhone, leave them in the comments section.
MacWorld’s no-so-glowing review of Fring (Skype app for jailbroken iPhones).
