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This spacecraft toy looks like it’s from the 1980s’s Silverhawks cartoon show, remember that? But, this is Space Hawk from Ravensburger. Space Hawk combines the toy element, while adding the smartphone (sold separately) interactivity and board game aesthetics into one. Fun for kids and adults trying to save the galaxy!
So this past week I was browsing the ‘Play Store’ on my phone for something new to play. I needed something new to play that would keep me busy until Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection comes out next week. Enter PewDiePie: Legend of the Brofist by Outerminds Inc. It is a cute little 8-bit platformer. The game is something like a Mario… or Adams Family for the SNES, except with a bit wonkier controls. You may find it a bit difficult to control your character while jumping in the air. The touch-screen is a little sensitive, or at least it was for me.
It’s a short game, something that you could probably beat in one day; if you play on easy mode that is. Now I’m not a big PewDiePie fan, I’ll admit that I have watched a good number of his videos, however in this game there seems to be references to his videos that only loyal fans will understand. Friends of his are also in this game as playable characters; if you’re not a fan of playing as PewDiePie, then maybe you’ll like playing as Markiplier… or how about CinnamonToastKen… or Cry? Personally, I played JackSepticEye all the way through the game once I unlocked him. Speaking of all these YouTubers, there is also voice acting in this game, which means you get to hear these YouTubers give out some cringe worthy performances.
I know it sounds like I am bashing the game, and that is not what I want to do. I actually really liked this game. It’s really really tough on the harder difficulties. I’ve only beat the first two levels on lvl. 2 difficulty; don’t judge. If you have $5 to spare, I would recommend this game, and you don’t even have to be a fan of Felix or his friends to enjoy this game. If you’re looking for a mobile game to pass the time, then this one is for you. So try it out, have fun, and go ahead and rage while you play it on the harder difficulties.
This game has only been out for about three weeks, on Android, and it doesn’t seem that I’ll stop playing it anytime soon. When Bethesda announced this game back during E3, I was excited to play something new that was Fallout related; though I would have to wait two months to get my hands on the Android version, but it was worth the wait. Not a day has passed since I haven’t been on this game; leveling up their abilities or sending them out in the Wasteland.
The game is simple enough. You are the Overseer or your own Vault, sort of like the big boss, and your job is to build your Vault while making sure the people that live in your vault don’t die. You’ll have to build water treatment plants, diners and power plants to be able to keep your Vault up and running. While running your Vault, you’re also going to have to deal with fires breaking out, Radroach and Mole Rat infestations, Raider invasions, and the scariest of all… Deathclaw invasions. I’ve had two Deathclaw invasions in a row and let me tell you, it is the worst thing that can happen to you. Your power, water and food storage goes down quickly and they can (and will) kill your Vault dwellers so fast that you had better equip every dweller with good weapons to defend themselves.
I really don’t know how long this game lasts. Is it never ending? Will it game over once you reach your 1000th vault dweller? I’m not sure if I’ll ever find out that answer because once Fallout 4 comes out this November, like so many others, I will probably be playing this game a whole lot less. It’s a fun game. Even if you are not a fan of the Fallout series you can still have fun, trying to see how big you can make your Vault. Thank you Bethesda, for such a simple yet addictive and fun game; I can’t wait to see how your main title is going to turn out.
I give this mobile game an 8/10. So long from Vault 47.
There have been many video games where you can play as tiger, shark, cat, even a turtle, and now a goat. The Goat Simulator game has been available for a couple of month’s now, but now it’s a FREE download. The Goat Simulator is IGN’s Free Game of Month. You play a goat and get points by tearing-up a rural town. The Goat Simulator is available for iPhone, iPad and iTouch.
If you’re a Disney freak and have an iPhone 6 to protect, then check out these cute protectors: Lafayette x Gizmobies. These items already dropped in Japan and will also be released in States in the months ahead.
Bandai Japan has always made a splash with their Crazy Case line-up of super nerdy geeky “you-so-fresh” iPhone cases. This time Crazy Case takes the “Back to the Future II” DMC DeLorean car and turns into a iPhone6 case with LED lights galore and special effects. Look for a June 2015 release and will be priced around $52.00USD.
Do you want to be the talk of the town with all your geeky comic book friends? If you have an Apple iPhone6 and a Batman fanatic, then you might want to pick-up this phone case. From the Tim Burton directed and starring Micheal Keaton 1989 Batman film, this is the Batmobile replica from Bandai Japan’s Crazy Case series.
There’s a plethora of smartphone cases from the cute to geeky. Now comes the Mech Warrior steampunk-style smartphone case. Sold at the Red5 gadget shop, this is the Metal Art MECH Warrior Phone Stand.
If you’re like me, I go through many iPhone cases not because I’m a trendsetter or anything like that, but I’m emotional person and sometimes in a weird/social/cultural way, when I put on a splashy iPhone case it somehow represents me. But onto the topic hand, if you’re looking for a fun and vibrant iPhone cases, then look no further with this new collaboration between Target and Tanamachi Studios.
It’s pretty incredible what you can do with a smartphone these days. You can play Candy Crush, try date somebody on Tinder, or do something creative like making one cool video montage of your travels. And that’s what photographer Markus Kontiainen has done with his “Moments in Asia.”
Okay, I admit that I was hooked on Candy Crush Saga these past couple of months and became vain trying to get top scores! I’ll stop now and delete it from my iPhone. Now a new game I’m looking at is Bike Baron.
The 1980s are back with these iHome iP4 FM stereo boombox for your Apple iPhone or iPod.
Whoever work on a short or film project knows having a slateboard can be expensive and a hassle. As a P.A., I hated always looking for a Eraseable Magic Marker or chalk depending on the slateboard being use. Well, now – you can just download MovieSlate an app from the Apple Appstore by PureBlend Software and magically have a digital slateboard for your iPad, iPhone or iTouch. The latest version of MovieSlate was just updated a few weeks ago.
MSRP: $24.99USD
Buy it @ Apple – MovieSlate.
For more product information, go to: PureBlend Software – MovieSlate.
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One of the great things of owning an iPhone, is looking through all the available accessories and gadgets that work with it. One such gadget I came across, is this Bluetooth enabled G-Shock watch from Casio. I love G-Shocks for their durability and with this one, you can pair your iPhone with it and be alerted to Facebook and Twitter events, calls, or email. It can sync-up time to your phone’s clock and it even includes an iPhone finder feature just in case you misplace your precious smartphone on those “what was I doing again?” days.
This is definitely going on my Xmas wish list later this year – It’s another awesome product by Aviiq, a company known for making modern, sleek, and practical mobile accessories. This is the Portable Charging Station with Battery Pack in its Leather Series. It includes an integrated 5200mAh Lithium Ion battery, a dapper leather carrying case, and a cable rack system for wire management. No more traveling with that zip lock bag full of cables and plugs – I can finally travel with all my gadgets in style.
SoCal based HEX makes trendy chic backpacks and iPhone cases are back with their Spring 2013 Lookbook. The 4-piece collection: Laptop Duffel, Messenger Bag, Laptop Tote and Cloak Backpack. The prices start @ $40.00USD and up to $100.00USD.
Apple iPhones may get lots of art/design cases, but not to be left out in the cold, the Samsung Galaxy S3 receives some Kimono love. Kimono brings out a collection of Japanese-inspired cases for the Galaxy S3. There are 5 case designs to choose from.
MSRP: $25.00USD.
Buy these Kimono cases @ Strapya World.
Need help running a small “mom and pops” shop by accepting credit card charges at your finger tips, or just simply to make things easier to sell some of your personal art on the spot… actually, selling anything on the spot!
Well Square Up just made it easier through their temporary promotion of offering a free card reader to accept credit cards with your iPhone, Driod or iPad. Visit their website : squareup.com Don’t forget to read the details and the fine print.
Make your smartphone cute with these mini-like purse cases. The Cliché line-up features cases for your iPhone 5/4/4S, Galaxy S3/S2, Galaxy Note and HTC OneX. The cases start at $28.50USD and up to $50.00USD.
For more info, go to: Candies.
This might be the closest I will ever get to owning a Leica – as a skin for my iPhone. The plastic skin case has solid Leica details.
Now your MP3 player will sound awesome!
MartinLogan is introducing their first pair of headphones ever. I love their electrostatic speakers and can’t wait to try these out. According to the specs, the Mikros 70 body is constructed from black anodized solid aluminum – that’s probably why it’s at a modest $149 retail price.
Here is a cool, useful case for your iPhone…one part sturdy with two parts retro!
The Gizmon iPhone case adds that little bit (O.K….A LOT) of nostalgic, vintage feel of those Leica-style cameras to your technological gadget. It adds extra photographic capabilities to the regular iPhone camera (and can even be mounted onto a tripod).
To be honest, in the beginning I wasn’t a big fan of Keith Haring, but the more art pieces of his that I saw, the more I can appreciate the simple beauty of it. And here is his new project, a collab with Japanese iPhone case maker COLORS.
COLORS x Keith Haring
Keith Haring x COLORS: Bamboo case for Apple iPhone 4 & 4S. The case will set you back around $114.00USD. It’s a pricey iPhone case to look fresh.
The product is only sold in Japan and it’s already sold out. You might want to look around eBay or Craigslist.
If you can read Japanese, then head to the COLORS website for more cool stuff: COLORS Tokyo.
Main Menu for Draw Something
Draw Something is my current distraction on the iPhone. If you haven’t heard about OMGPop’s Draw Something yet, you’ve been living under a rock!
It’s best described as a cross between Pictionary and Scrabble. The gameplay is pretty simple. At the start of the game, you choose one of three words to draw, draw the image, and then sends the image to your friend. Your buddy then guesses the word from the image and sends an image to back to guess. Moves are done in a play-by-mail method. Since this is a casual pace, there’s no urgency for the players. Whenever time permits, a move can be made.
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