SugarSync: An Alternative To MobileMe

If you are having problems with MobileMe for syncing data, now you don’t have to worry anymore as SugarSync, made by Sharpcast, will help you to solve all that problems.

It helps you organize your data and does not cost heavily on your pocket. This app made by Sharpcast is an Internet service customized for your iPhone. It backs your media files while you are online and it later syncs your data to all your devices, PC, Mac and your iPhone.

You can share and view your PDF, Word, Excel and power point files and also have the joy of sharing your photo collection. The push sync technology enables you to save the changes you made on your Mac instantaneously on your iPod touch and iPhone.

You can download the app for free, however a yearly fee or monthly fee will be charged for the services rendered. It can range anywhere between $25 to $250 a year.

SugarSync, launched in March of 2008 to rave reviews and is available direct to consumer. SugarSync is built on Sharpcast Universal Sync Platform which is also available for license by Wireless Carriers, Internet Service Providers, and Device Manufacturers.

References:

http://blog.wired.com/gadgets/2008/08/sugarsync-offer.html

iPhone Life To Hit US Stores On September 9th

iPhone-related magazine iPhone Life will hit US stores on September 9^th. iPhone Life will be available by subscription or in local stores. The magazine features content that cover all aspects of the iPhone, from news, how-to's, reviews and more.

“People are excited about the iPhone and iPod touch for good reason,” says publisher Hal Goldstein. “The iPhone’s vibrant screen, its fun intuitive interface, powerful Safari browser, automatic updates, and app store brilliantly solve many of the problems inherent in handheld computing. The iPhone is changing the way people use their phones, and we’re here to help them get the most out of it.”

Thaddeus Computing is the publishing company behind the project and for the premier issue they promise 100 pages of hot content.

The 100-page premier issue includes:

• Full coverage of the new 3G iPhone

• Top software from the iTunes store

• 85 hidden features

• Best FREE software and web apps

• How to Rip DVDs

• Must-have accessories

• Safari surprises

• iPhone profiles of a doctor, rabbi, student, mayor, CEO

• Celebrities who have iPhones

iPhone Life will be available at most major bookstores. A subscription costs $25 for issues up to 2010. This includes the premier issue and at least 4 issues next year and in 2010. iPhone-friendly digital version of each issue also comes with a subscription. You can subscribe here.

iPhone Life was founded by the same people that bring Smartphone & Pocket PC magazine to you. That magazine has been providing readers with info and expert advice on the smartphone market for years.

References:

http://www.pocketpcmag.com/iphone/pressreleaseAugust29

Gameloft's Asphalt 4 Elite Racing

Gameloft has released their Asphalt 4 Elite Racing game to the app store. The $9.99 game was originally expected by the end of July.

The new racer provides some unique features such as Wi-Fi multiplayer mode so you can race against your friends. Other features claimed by the developer include:

- 28 licensed rides from the world's most prestigious manufacturers: Ferrari, Bugatti, Aston Martin, Chevrolet Corvette, and more.

- Use your phone as a steering wheel thanks to the accelerometer controls

- The best 3D graphics available on iPhone

- Hours of high-speed entertainment: 5 racing modes, 9 cities such as new York, Shanghai, Dubai, and Paris

Reference:

http://www2.gameloft.com/corpo_press.php?date=2008