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iPhone vs. Netbook In Extreme Text Challenge

Rory Reid from CNET UK decided to pit the iPhone against an
Asus Eee PC in a test of extreme texting while strapped into
the passenger seat of a moving European rallycross car.

It's truly amazing how much Rory's test so closely mirrors my
own commute to work each morning attempting to perform
a savage text and drive session. Always bet on iPhone!

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Is App Store Rejection The New Acceptance?

If you're an iPhone developer looking for big headlines and a quick way to rise above the noise of App Store saturation, you might consider the popular strategy of getting your app rejected by Apple. Rejection is the new medium for gaining acceptance.

While hundreds of apps get launched into the App Store each week, virtually unnoticed, the ones getting rejected seem to be gaining significant press that would otherwise cost developers a fortune or never materialize at all.

The reason centers around Apple's baffling App Store approval process, a process that gave the green light to the repulsive "Baby Shaker" iPhone application which garnered world wide attention, causing Apple to issue a formal apology after removing the embattled app from the iTunes store forever.

This past week Apple is back in the news for rejecting the harmless ebook reading app Eucalyptus,  citing that the app "contains inappropriate sexual content" by allowing access to a book "The Kama Sutra of Vatsyayana" when searching the 20,000-plus library of classics via Project Gutenberg. Oopsie!

When Eucalyptus developer Jamie Montgomerie, cried foul on his personal blog by sharing his frustrations over the apps rejection, the story rocketed into the headlines of several wildly popular tech blogs coming to his defense. Less than four days later Apple has approved Eucalyptus ($9.99) into the App Store after an agreed upon re-build with Montgomerie. The resulting press promoting Apple's reversal is still bubbling under with the first I've seen coming from MacWorld.com. I would expect dozens of other websites to be promoting the win for Eucalyptus as their front page story on a slow news Sunday. How much is that coverage worth to a $10 dollar app?

Apple Prescribes Hot Naughty Nurses for iPhone

The crack app review team at Apple have shamelessly delivered cult of iPhone fanatics a perfectly naughty new photo app called "A Sexy Nurse" ($.99). The girls compiled in this titillating thrill ride of medical malpractice closely resemble the groupie skanks spotted on Brett Michael's "Rock of Love", except with no risk of contracting an STD.

This kind of hot sexiness for iPhone is only a small sign of things to come once Apple starts approving racier content under a new ratings system promised with their OS 3.0 release. Simply double tap a naughty nurse snap shot and then hit "save" to store it in your photo library. You'll discover an ample supply of blonde and brunette bimbos for your approval with one busty Asian cutie tossed in for sport.

While "A Sexy Nurse" promises nothing beyond a brisk libido massage, it far surpasses the lame attempt made by the free "Suicide Girls - Flip Strip" app offering up a total of three fugly vixens sporting cheap tattoos. I was tipped off that A Sexy Nurse contains an easter egg that strips many of the girls down to their private parts. Though it's an unconfirmed tip, I'm still hunting for it.

This past week Apple rejected the e-book application, called Eucalyptus because it enables users to download various versions of the Kama Sutra, with illustrations. To make up for that mindless blunder Apple has allowed this sex-fueled whack pack of naughtiness to pass through to iPhone owners without delay.

Thank you Apple, may I have another?

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iPhoney: A Hillbilly Chew Toy For Teething Babies

Corey Jones has come up with a downright fantastical idea to keep a teething baby satisfied. Got wood? This hunk of hillbilly goodness will spare Dad the horror of finding his new iPhone hanging out of junior's mouth when waking up from a drunken stupor.

Jones' do-it-yourself, hand-carved "iPhoney" concept took about four hours of whittling to complete. It's made of all natural cherry wood and nearly indestructible. It comes complete with an etched Apple logo on the back and a home button on the front. Aimed at pleasing the most discerning babies who are ultra picky about their brand of hillbilly iPhone chew toys.

If you're all about raising up your youngins to gnaw on wood like a gosh dern beaver, then this backwards-ass country toy is perfect for you. I can almost taste it myself. Yee-haw!

  

DIY Photos by Corey Jones

Smart Art Immortalizes Steve Jobs in Trinity of Computer Gods

NEW YORK - We worship gods of rock and now it's time to kneel before the gods of personal computing. This epic piece of original art was uncovered at Eyebeam Gallery during a walk through New York's Chelsea neighborhood, appropriately captured using Apple's Jesus phone.

"The Trinity" is painted on plexiglass then back lit for a dramatic stained glass effect featuring Linus Torvalds credited with creating the Linux Kernel, Microsoftie Bill Gates who's forced to share his esteemed place with Steve Ballmer and finally the mega-deity Steve Jobs who's immortalized holding the beloved iPhone.

The Mac power button symbol inserted as a halo behind Steve Jobs' head is a classic touch that will please the most devout Apple faithful. The depiction of Ballmer as an angelic being is perfectly sarcastic though it could have been true comedy if he was painted more accurately as a big chubby cherub baby.

Lit candles are always present near this divine shrine for proper prayer and reflection while visiting "The Trinity" up close and personal. Kneeling is optional.

This work was part of an installation called "Praying @ Home" imagined by Aaron Meyers & Jeff Crouse.

Painting created by Jennifer Jacobs (jenniferj.net)

Photo by Tefjr77

Awkward Boners: Is There An App For That?

  

When a friend forwarded me a link to the website "Awkward Boners", I almost started crying after laughing out loud like a crazed jackass viewing photo after photo of epic boner mishaps. I could not help thinking that there should be an iPhone app for that.

With the release of iPhone OS 3.0 expected to contain parental controls, an "Awkward Boners" application would be the perfect addition to a new crop of truly tasteless apps for adults. The idea of being able to snap a random boner sighting on your iPhone then quickly uploading it to a community of rabid fans is pure genius. It's the new 'fail blog' for dudes pitching a tent in public. Can you imagine how popular the weekly updates would be?

Awkward Boners reminds us all that involuntary wood is a hysterical sight to behold. As long as the picture doesn't feature me as the main attraction that is. It's an app rejection by Apple that's certain to gain massive headlines should no rating be suitable enough to prepare the unsuspecting iPhone public for this banana hammock thrill ride.

"We encourage people to laugh at these photographs, to share them with friends, and to think “I’m glad that’s not me. From all of us here at Awkward Boners, enjoy."

It's the best thing that's happened to boners since Viagra. I really hope there's an app for that. Sooner than later.

Photos courtesy of AwkwardBoners.com

Amazon Delivers Epic Upgrade To Kindle For iPhone App

  

Amazon is determined to make their Kindle reading experience for iPhone a serious contender as evidenced by the second update to the application in less than two weeks. While the last update focused on making purchasing book titles through the app more iPhone-friendly, this epic new update turns a keen eye towards the users reading experience.

In Kindle for iPhone version 1.1, the Amazonians have engaged landscape reading mode with the addition of a "lock feature" allowing users to maintain either portrait or landscape reading at all times. I prefer to read text in landscape mode on iPhone. I find that portrait mode hurts my brain and the constant screen shifting would only make it worse. This upgrade alone is worth the price of admission. But wait! There's more!

The app now contains options to change the background colors and text to improve reading comfort in low light situations or just because you're all about white text over black.

Another simple but useful feature is the added ability to tap the screen right or left for turning page rather than just flicking. I noticed tapping turns the pages much quicker than flick, giving me a rebate of 6.5 seconds of time by the end of a chapter. The ability to "multi-touch pinch" in order to zoom in on images is also a welcomed addition in this Kindle update.

Since Amazon's purchase of Lexcycle, the company behind the wildly popular Stanza e-book reading application, cult of iPhone fanatics are quickly gaining the benefits of Stanza's fluid functionality. It's exciting to see this app evolving to become more iPhone-like in navigation rather than simply performing like a poor man's Kindle.

Will this strategy of improved iPhone functionality ultimately hurt Kindle sales for Amazon? I'm not sure how much that really matters since the company is all about selling books. No need to read between the lines on that story. With the impending release of Apple's third generation iPhone, the future for Amazon's Kindle e-books looks bright ahead. Even in low light conditions.

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Hide Your Lame Cell Phone Inside This Custom iPhone Pouch

STYLE GUIDE: Still trapped in a lengthy prison sentence with a wireless carrier other than AT&T with no iPhone hope in sight? This nifty handmade iPhone pouch may be the perfect solution to hide that embarrassing mobile fossil you like to call a cell phone. Think of how much fun it will be to strike up amazing iPhone conversations without having to actually own one.

This hand-stitched magical sheath, created on craft day at the YWCA, is made from sheets of ultra-soft felt incorporating every detail that makes iPhone an unforgettable experience to hold. For only $49.95 you can disguise your unsightly mobile device inside an epic piece of original art. It can also be a great place to hide your weed in.

Measuring 14.5 cm x 8 cm, makes this one-of-a-kind custom iPhone pouch ideal for concealing most cell phones. It's the perfect way to protect your lame device and your ego from all those people pointing and laughing. After all, who cares about protecting that fugly thing from scratches anyway?

Handmade Geek - Etsy    [not intended to carry an actual iPhone]

Celebrity Mac Chick Sighting: Jessica Biel

NEW YORK - Until now there have been no photos confirming that Jessica Biel is a committed cult of iPhone fanatic. While she was once spotted exiting the Apple store with a brand new MacBook, the clever Ms. Biel has managed to keep her unofficial iPhone endorsement a private affair. That was so yesterday!

Biel's iPhone was seen for only a brief moment. Then it was gone! Just like most girls who've dated Justin Timberlake.

While gossip blogs have been wildly focused on recent nude photos of Jessica Biel from her new film Powder Blue, we remain obsessed with only one part of Ms. Biel's hotness. Her protruding iPhone of course.

I'm going to come right out and say it, Jess looks hotter to me holding an iPhone. I can't help it...it's a fetish!

Big ups to Ally for the tip!

Photo Credit: Mike Disciullo

Star Trek Inspired Converse Sneakers Are Truly Fascinating

STLYE GUIDE: When we spotted these Star Trek inspired Converse sneakers, we immediately deployed an away team to investigate. Each pair of hand painted, fashionable Chuck Taylor high tops are brand new and can be completely customized to order for $141.00 with personal design requests accepted by the artist.

"I saw the new movie last weekend, and it renewed all those Trekkie feelings! So I had to paint these in tribute." Artist Sandira Reddy wrote in her description.

The high-trek design is created using the finest quality acrylic paints and then sealed with a protective top coat to ensure that these originals 'live long and prosper' by being completely waterproof and durable.

Our crack team of iPhone fashionistas recommend pairing a slick Metallic Incase Slider to coordinate with your new Spock-tastic Chucks. Then download the epic Tricorder TR-850 ($.99) app and set phasers to stun with this lethal combination of Trekkie geek chic for the modern human life form.

The idea of giving a nod to 1960's era Star Trek by using a pair of classic Chuck Taylor's as the canvas is truly fascinating and highly logical in any galaxy. Expect every hardcore Trek head to drool on command at first glance. We sure did! 

(allow 3 weeks for product completion and delivery)

[Sandira Reddy on Etsy]  [Canvas Warriors]