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WhoNews Lite for Android - Free Edition

pgee@moonboom.com — 2013-05-16T17:00:52+01:00

A brand new release of WhoNews Lite for Android is now available. This release supports far more devices (phones, tablets) plus it uses Chrome to display pages allowing far easier sharing of links. The Lite version is free to download but is Ad-based.

It also adds a new feed which monitors all the official BBC accounts on Twitter, Facebook and websites.

WhoNews Lite for Android is available to download here

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.moonboom.whonewsliteapp

WhoNews for Android v1.04

pgee@moonboom.com — 2013-05-15T17:13:10+01:00

A brand new release of WhoNews for Android is now available which is re-written from the ground up and is far quicker and supports far more devices plus it uses Chrome to display pages allowing far easier sharing of links.

It also adds a new feed which monitors all the official BBC accounts on Twitter, Facebook and websites.

WhoNews for Android is available to download here for £0.69/$0.99

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.moonboom.whonewsapp

If you are an existing WhoNews for Android user, please read:

Existing users can’t upgrade to the new version through the Play Store and will have to purchase again. Contact appsupport@moonboom.com with your name and address for a refund of the old version.

Doctor Who:EyeStalk v3.0.3 Available

pgee@moonboom.com — 2013-05-01T15:01:01+01:00

Version 3.0.3 of Doctor Who: EyeStalk, the app that turns your iPhone, iPad or iPod into a Dalek’s lens, was released yesterday.
It fixes an issue converting HD video captured outsie of EyeStalk and adds a feedback button to the help screen.

The latest version provides 7 photo/video effects recreating a Dalek’s point of view spanning 50 years of Doctor Who. From 60’s through to the latest effect seen in Asylum of the Daleks, users can take photos, create movies or apply effects to their existing pictures.

The Doctor Who: EyeStalk website www.eyestalk.co.uk has screen shots and full details.

Existing EyeStalk users can upgrade to the latest version for free or you can purchase it here:
https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/eyestalk/id512674757?mt=8

EyeStalk costs £1.49/$1.99

Doctor Who:EyeStalk v3.0.2

pgee@moonboom.com — 2013-04-19T08:18:28+01:00

Version 3.0.2 of Doctor Who: EyeStalk, the app that turns your iPhone, iPad or iPod into a Dalek’s lens, was released yesterday.
It includes a number of fixes including a video crash on iOS5 and Tumblr authentication.

The latest version provides 7 photo/video effects recreating a Dalek’s point of view spanning 50 years of Doctor Who. From 60’s through to the latest effect seen in Asylum of the Daleks, users can take photos, create movies or apply effects to their existing pictures.

The Doctor Who: EyeStalk website www.eyestalk.co.uk has screen shots and full details.

Existing EyeStalk users can upgrade to the latest version for free or you can purchase it here:
https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/eyestalk/id512674757?mt=8

EyeStalk costs £1.49/$1.99 and has been reviewed here:

DT Forum:
http://www.dt-forum.com/entry/David-Tennant/exterminate-your-enemies-with-the-doctor-who-eyestalk-app

App Advice:
http://appadvice.com/review/quickadvie-doctorwhoeyestalk

Los Angeles Times:
http://herocomplex.latimes.com/tv/doctor-who-eyestalk-dalek-app/#/0

WhoNews Lite for iOS Available Free

pgee@moonboom.com — 2013-04-03T10:22:22+01:00

WhoNews Lite for iOS is now available to download free from the App Store. It can be downloaded here:
https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/doctor-who-whonews-lite/id626456284?mt=8

WhoNews the Lite Regeneration brings you the latest news from over 140 of your favourite Doctor Who websites in one easy to use application. Based on the popular WhoNews app, the Lite version is ad based with no push notifications or merchandise search currently.

✔ One universal app for iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch buy once and use on all your devices.
✔ Most recent news, blogs, podcasts and special/art views - time ordered and drawn from over 140 websites.
✔ Dedicated Official Doctor Who stream - tracks BBC, sites, facebook and multiple twitter feeds.
✔ News is downloaded in bulk from over 140 sites. A resilient server compiles the latest news every 15 minutes ready to be downloaded by WhoNews.
✔ Bookmark your favourite news for rapid access.
✔ Email/SMS/iMessage and post articles to Facebook, Twitter, Google Reader, Evernote, Tumbler, Pinboard, Pocket, Readibility, Diigo & Vkontakte

WhoNews Lite has been rebuilt from the ground up and will form the foundation for future releases of both WhoNews and WhoNews Lite.

BBC Doctor Who:EyeStalk Dalek App Launched

pgee@moonboom.com — 2013-03-29T14:07:02+00:00

The official BBC licensed version of EyeStalk, the app that turns your iPhone, iPad or iPod into a Dalek’s lens, was released yesterday.

The latest version provides 7 photo/video effects recreating a Dalek’s point of view spanning 50 years of Doctor Who. From 60’s through to the latest effect seen in Asylum of the Daleks, users can take photos, create movies or apply effects to their existing pictures.

The new Doctor Who: EyeStalk website www.eyestalk.co.uk has screen shots and full details.

Existing EyeStalk users can upgrade to the official version for free or you can purchase it here:
https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/eyestalk/id512674757?mt=8

EyeStalk costs £1.49/$1.99 and has been reviewed here:

DT Forum:
http://www.dt-forum.com/entry/David-Tennant/exterminate-your-enemies-with-the-doctor-who-eyestalk-app

App Advice:
http://appadvice.com/review/quickadvie-doctorwhoeyestalk

Los Angeles Times:
http://herocomplex.latimes.com/tv/doctor-who-eyestalk-dalek-app/#/0

WhoNews supports Charity Compaid

pgee@moonboom.com — 2013-03-15T11:37:51+00:00

I am donating 100% of the profits from the sale of WhoNews for a week from the 16th to 23rd March, to coincide with the Big Blue Box 2, the popular one day convention (16th March) for fans of Doctor Who which rematerialises at Trinity Theatre, Tunbridge Wells, Kent to mark the 50th anniversary of everyone's favourite time traveller. All proceeds from the event will go to Compaid.

The event will include panel discussions with audience Q&As, a live debate, charity auction, special screenings, signings and stalls.

Compaid, the leading charity providing services to disabled people in the South East of England. For over 25 years Compaid have been supporting thousands of people to achieve their aspirations and get more out of life. Through computer skills training, accessible transport, and work experience opportunities, Compaid is providing disabled people with a springboard to realise their talents and abilities.

Stephen Elsden, Chief Executive of Compaid, said, "Compaid is delighted to be receiving this support from Paul Gee and his WhoNews app. The money raised from this campaign will help to train many disabled people in computer skills, not least how to access apps and tablet technology to improve their daily lives."

For more details on Compaid and for details of the Big Blue Box 2 convention visit http://www.compaid.org.uk/get-involved/big-blue-box-2/

Big Blue Box 2 T-Shirts/ Guest Update

pgee@moonboom.com — 2013-02-16T09:22:19+00:00

Big Blue Box T-Shirts are now available to order in advance of the popular one day convention for fans of Doctor Who at Trinity Theatre, Tunbridge Wells, Kent.

On the 16th March 2013 from 10.45am - 7.15pm Big Blue Box 2 will mark the 50th anniversary of everyone’s favourite time traveller. Details on how to order the T-Shirts are available via the Facebook link below.

The event will include panel discussions with audience Q&As, a live debate, charity auction, special screenings, signings and stalls.

Guests (subject to work commitments) include Louise Jameson (Leela), Richard Franklin (Captian Mike Yates), Dan Starkey (Strax), Simon Fisher-Becker (Dorium Maldovar) and from inside the Daleks, operators Cy Town and Nicholas Pegg. They’ll be joined by writers and commentators including Simon Guerrier, Nigel Fairs, Richard Bignell, Will Howells and Jonathan Morris, along with Doctor Who composer Mark Ayres and writer Andrew Smith.

The day will conclude with a special performance of Toby Hadoke’s sell out Edinburgh show, My Stepson Stole my Sonic Screwdriver.

All proceeds from this event will go to Compaid, a local charity supporting disabled people. Registered Charity Number 1064160.

For updates on the day and additions to the confirmed guests, Like their Facebook page at facebook.com/BigBlueBoxTW or follow us on Twitter at @BigBlueBox2

WhoNews for Windows Phone/BlackBerry 10

pgee@moonboom.com — 2013-01-21T17:36:18+00:00

WhoNews will soon be available on Windows Phone devices as well as the new range of BlackBerry 10 phones.

Development has actively started on WhoNews for Windows Phone for devices running 7.5 and above.

Meanwhile WhoNews for BlackBerry 10 is already available at the BB10 App Store and is just waiting for the launch of the new phones.

These versions provide news, blogs, podcasts and fan art from over 140 sites.

Below is a screenshot from WhoNews for BB10.

WhoNews for Android service issue update

pgee@moonboom.com — 2013-01-08T12:06:02+00:00

Unfortunately due to circumstances beyond my control, a server vital to the operation of WhoNews for Android was down for maintenance.

I apologise for the break in service and I’m pleased to say service has now been restored.

WhoNews and EyeStalk New Year Price Drop

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-12-31T10:49:12+00:00

To celebrate the New Year both WhoNews, the best selling popular Doctor Who news app and the EyeStalk, the only Dalek camera app, will be less than half their normal price from today.

Both WhoNews for iOS and EyeStalk will be £0.69 / $0.99

A Happy New to you all.

You can download the apps here.

WhoNews for iOS
https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/doctor-who-whonews/id324696860?mt=8

EyeStalk
https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/eyestalk/id512674757?mt=8

WhoNews for BlackBerry
https://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/81180/?lang=en

WhoNews for Android
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.appbuilder.u54660p101522&hl=en

Merry Christmas from WhoNews

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-12-24T11:39:00+00:00

Wishing WhoNews app users, followers and Doctor Who fans a very Merry Christmas and a happy new year.

2012 has been a very busy year for WhoNews and as a one man operation I’d like to thank you all for your support during 2012 and great reviews at the App Stores.

A very special Merry Christmas and thank you to all the sites, podcasters, bloggers and artists whose content ensures WhoNews is the most up to date app available.

2013 promises to be a massive year for WhoNews and I can’t wait to share details with you.

WhoNews notifications

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-12-21T09:20:41+00:00

I just thought I’d give a few tips regarding notifications after receiving a two star review in the States, where a user complained of too many notifications.

Notifications are something people love or hate. Some fans want a constant stream of news pushed to them, others want to browse at their leisure.

WhoNews allows you to choose which notifications you want to receive, if any. Simply go to the settings page and scroll down. There are four categories of notifications you can turn on or off. Any changes you make may take around 30 minutes before notifications stop coming through depending on your network conditions and notifications already in the Apple Servers.

As always any problems or questions just use the send Contact Developer button, especially before leaving a poor review.

WhoNews/EyeStalk Price Drop Weekend

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-11-23T16:13:30+00:00

To celebrate the 49th anniversary of Doctor Who both WhoNews, the best selling popular Doctor Who news app and the EyeStalk, the only Dalek camera app, will be less than half their normal price this weekend.

Both WhoNews for iOS and EyeStalk will be £0.69 / $0.99 until the 26th November. Also WhoNews for BlackBerry and Android have also been reduced in price during this period.

You can download the apps here.

WhoNews for iOS
https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/doctor-who-whonews/id324696860?mt=8

EyeStalk
https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/eyestalk/id512674757?mt=8

WhoNews for BlackBerry
https://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/81180/?lang=en

WhoNews for Android
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.appbuilder.u54660p101522&hl=en

Big Blue Box 2 Event

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-11-14T10:38:08+00:00

The popular one day convention for fans of Doctor Who rematerialises at Trinity Theatre on the 16th March 2013 from 10.45am - 7.15pm to mark the 50th anniversary of everyone’s favourite time traveller.

The event will include panel discussions with audience Q&As, a live debate, charity auction, special screenings, signings and stalls.

Guests (subject to work commitments) include Louise Jameson (Leela), Sarah Sutton (Nyssa), Simon Fisher-Becker (Dorium Maldovar) and from inside the Daleks, operators Cy Town and Nicholas Pegg. They’ll be joined by writers and commentators including Simon Guerrier, Gary Russell, Nigel Fairs, Richard Bignell, Will Howells and Jonathan Morris, along with Doctor Who composer Mark Ayres and audio actor and comedian Michael Fenton-Stevens.

The day will conclude with a special performance of Toby Hadoke’s sell out Edinburgh show, My Stepson Stole my Sonic Screwdriver.

All proceeds from this event will go to Compaid, a local charity supporting disabled people. Registered Charity Number 1064160.

For updates on the day and additions to the confirmed guests, Like their Facebook page at facebook.com/BigBlueBoxTW or follow us on Twitter at @BigBlueBox2

EyeStalk 2.0 Available at the App Store

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-10-27T16:55:25+01:00

EyeStalk 2.0 is now available at the App Store. This release adds:

iOS6 Support
New Remembrance effect
Graphic processor optimised effects with 800% speed increase, processing 9 secs of HD video now takes 140 seconds vs 18 minutes in previous version.
Improved colour rendering across all effects

Download here https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/eyestalk/id512674757?mt=8

WhoNews Updates

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-10-23T15:16:27+01:00

The server that hosts the WhoNews news gathering software was upgraded yesterday by StormInternet and has changed its network address. This change of address needs to propagate across the internet.

You may experience a period where WhoNews doesn’t appear to update and unfortunately you just have to wait until your ISP refreshes its DNS cache. If however WhoNews has news entries with today’s date then your ISP already has the new address.

WhoNews 2.10 for iOS6 & iPhone 5 Released

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-09-19T21:58:43+01:00

Update: WhoNews for iOS 2.10 is now available at the App Store

Version 2.10 adds iOS6 compatibility as Apple have made some breaking changes to how apps orientate themselves. I’ve also added support for the iPhone 5’s 4” Screen, so you can view more articles and enjoy an enhanced browsing experience.

The screen below illustrates the difference in size between the iPhone 5 and an iPhone 4 screen.

WhoNews 2.09 iOS Update Available

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-08-29T18:57:17+01:00

WhoNews for iOS 2.09 is now available at the App Store

Version 2.09 delivers a number of improvements to the browsing experience of WhoNews, including:

Faster and more reliable downloading of the bulk news
Improved speed when opening a website
New loading indicator
Links open more reliably
Caching of previously viewed web pages to reduce loading times.

I have spent many hours working on these improvements and I hope it enhances your WhoNews experience.

If you experience any issues with the new version please contact me at appsupport@moonboom.com

WhoNews 2.08 Out Soon

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-08-12T21:14:23+01:00

WhoNews v2.08 for iOS will be released soon which fixes an issue with push notifications changing the current viewed page if the app is running.

This should be available at the App Store by the end of the week. If you experience any issues contact me at appsupport@moonboom.com and I will immediately investigate.

EyeStalk Dalek App & Minister of Chance

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-08-04T15:45:57+01:00

The fund-raising for episode 4 of the highly acclaimed audio series The Minister of Chance has begun. With a target of $10,000 and being a big fan of the series I’m donating the profits from EyeStalk to the fund for one week. All sales of EyeStalk app from Wednesday 1st August to 8th August with go to help make Episode 4.

EyeStalk is a Whovian's dream come true transforming any iOS device equipped with a camera into the EyeStalk of the Doctor's deadliest enemy. Using image processing EyeStalk can transform any image/video and apply one of five styles, ranging from 1960's black and white to the latest Paradigm vision system.

Every sale of EyeStalk will donate $1.40 or £0.91 to help create the next Minister of Chance episode.

You can purchase EyeStalk direct at http://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/eyestalk/id512674757?mt=8
To see EyeStalk in action visit www.eyestalk.co.uk

You can find our more about The Minister of Chance and download the latest episode for free visit http://www.ministerofchance.com/

Mary Tamm has died aged 62

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-07-26T08:55:48+01:00

I’m sorry to report the sad news that Mary Tamm has died after a long battle with cancer. She was aged just 62.

My thoughts and I’m sure of fans worldwide are with her family at this time.

http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/mary-tamm-dead-doctor-who-1169800

WhoNews Extra site

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-07-12T08:33:53+01:00

The new WhoNews Extra site has been launched. WhoNews Extra is an outlet for reviews and interviews related to the world of Doctor Who. As the popularity of WhoNews grows, I’m increasing asked to review a product, audio adventures or given the opportunity to interview somebody from the world of Doctor Who.

The site launches with review of a new audio comedy based around a group of Doctor Who called Fanz by Comedy Punkz.

WhoNews Extra is now included as part of the WhoNews feeds, so future posts will appear via the normal news channels.

You can visit the site here www.WhoNewsExtra.com

Are you moriarty1 and left a 2 star review?

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-06-30T20:05:23+01:00

I’m trying to contact the user of WhoNews who left a 2 star review at the App Store. The review was “I was frustrated to find in the latest update that the most irritating bug is still there. The left hand menu bar still changes quite often to either a full page menu across the whole screen, thus obscuring the news or sometimes changes to a full across the page ' semi opaque filter' that you can't get off.”

I can only glean from this that the user has suffered from this issue in a previous version and still finds it exists. As always I stress if you do find a problem with WhoNews, just go to the setting page and choose ‘Contact Developer’ and describe the issue. I’ll endeavour to do my best and provide a fix as quick as possible.

If anyone else has experienced the issue above please contact me at appsupport@moonboom.com, so I can help track down the issue.

Thanks

Paul.

EyeStalk v1.0.3 Now at the App Store

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-06-30T08:44:30+01:00

EyeStalk v1.0.3 is now available which fixes the issue that meant the Destiny effect was applied when you selected the Power effect.

Your can download EyeStalk or upgrade by following this link http://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/eyestalk/id512674757?mt=8

WhoNews iOS 2.07 at the App Store

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-06-30T08:36:55+01:00

WhoNews v2.07 for iOS is now available which fixes crashing on some devices including 2nd Generation iPod Touch. It also adds iCloud support for bookmarks, so they are automatically backed up when your device is.

If you are experiencing any issues contact me at appsupport@moonboom.com and I can provide a support.

WhoNews on Facebook

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-06-20T14:20:36+01:00

The WhoNews social network services have recently been updated with improved frequency on twitter and better link handling on Facebook.

You can now get all the latest Doctor Who news on Facebook by liking the following page http://www.facebook.com/whonews

WhoNews v2.07 iOS released soon

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-06-18T11:59:24+01:00

WhoNews v2.07 for iOS will be released soon which fixes crashing on some devices including 2nd Generation iPod Touch.

This should be available at the App Store by the end of the week. In the meantime if you are experiencing issues contact me at appsupport@moonboom.com and I can provide a temporary solution.

EyeStalk v1.0.2 Released New Video Mode

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-06-18T08:28:36+01:00

EyeStalk v1.0.2 is now available at the App Store. This version of EyeStalk is a major upgrade with the inclusion of the much requested video mode.

All existing EyeStalk users can upgrade for free so check the App Store on your device.

EyeStalk’s new features include:

New video mode. Capture video and audio using EyeStalk and then apply selected effect to your movie.
Choose between HD video and normal video on devices with HD camera. Capture video at 640 x 480 or 1280 x 720.
Accurate video rendering estimates for processing video. Processing at HD can take a long time 2 minutes for 1 second of video.
Now a universal app, with full screen dedicated iPad mode.
Capture images and video in raw mode and apply effects later. EyeStalk will save raw photos/video direct to the photo library. This allows you to apply different EyeStalk effects to the same photo or video.
New Destiny effect.
Doomsday and Victory effect faster to apply. Background blurring of images now 200% quicker.

A 5 Star Thank You

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-06-16T18:40:24+01:00

Following my previous post regarding a 1 star review, a number of WhoNews users have taken the time to post 5 star reviews. I can’t express how much I really appreciate this and so just wanted to say a huge thank you to you all.

The original 1 star reviewer has now contacted me and has said he will change the review as he thought this was the way to leave feedback. I’m just grateful he got in touch and this allows me to work with him to find out what the issue is regards WhoNews and his iPod Touch.

Once again thanks for the continued support it means a lot to an indie developer.

Did you leave a 1 star review?

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-06-16T12:40:44+01:00

So with the release of WhoNews 2.06 I always check for new feedback at the App Store and for any crash reports.

This morning I read at the App Store a 1 star review from a user saying v2.06 now crashed on his iPod Touch. For any developer a 1 star review is really disappointing after all the hours of hard work especially when you haven’t been given the opportunity to put things right.

So if you are a WhoNews user and you’ve found a problem then please get in touch at appsuport@moonboom.com first and then write a review when you’ve seen how I respond.

Thanks

Paul.

WhoNews v2.06 for iOS Available

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-06-15T09:29:49+01:00

A new version of WhoNews for iOS is now available at the App Store or as an upgrade for existing users.

Version 2.06 is a minor update which improves twitter integration and also adds support for saving links to Diigo, Readability and european social networking site Vkontake.

WhoNews sends its first million notifications

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-06-08T08:20:13+01:00

The WhoNews push notification system has recently sent its first million notifications to iOS users. The notification server ensures that fans are sent the latest news as it is found by the WhoNews servers.

Most users have news notifications turned on but did you know you can also receive notifications for blogs and podcasts as well. Just go to the settings tab of WhoNews, scroll down and turn on the notifications you want to receive.

Alternatively if you don’t want any notifications you can turn them all off.

WhoNews 2.06 for iOS update

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-06-08T08:05:32+01:00

A new version of WhoNews for iOS will be released soon.

Version 2.06 is a minor update which improves twitter integration and also adds support for saving links to Diigo, Readability and european social networking site Vkontake.

EyeStalk iPhone App Released

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-05-02T17:05:50+01:00

EyeStalk is now available at the App Store for $1.99/£1.49 and can be downloaded here

Using advanced image manipulation techniques EyeStalk transforms photos to give you a through the eyestalk view as seen by the Doctor's deadliest enemy.

EyeStalk has the following features:

Four photo styles based on the TV series imagery:
Power/Mk3 - Black and White with 60's style scan lines
Victory - Blue monochrome with clear centre and blurred hex regions
Doomsday - Blue monochrome with bump distortion in centre and blurred hex regions
Paradigm - Light blue monochrome with bump distortion centre and overlaid sight

Take photos direct from EyeStalk or choose pictures from photo library
Change styles by swiping left and right
Use front and rear cameras, control the flash direct from EyeStalk.
Share images direct to Facebook, Twitter, Flicker, Evernote, Email, SMS/iMessage
Live image preview overlaid with chosen image style

EyeStalk has been tested on the iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4,4S, Touch (4th Generation), iPad2 and iPad3

For example images visit www.eyestalk.co.uk

WhoNews Notification Tips

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-04-28T09:01:03+01:00

Checking the reviews of WhoNews this morning on iTunes, I’d received a 1 star review. The review said “Can't stand the constant updates. Receiving updates even after all updates disabled. Uninstalling product”

This really is a shame as the user hadn’t contacted me to see if I could help but had taken the time to write a negative review. WhoNews has a “Contact Developer” button on the Settings tab, so nothing could have been easier.

So I thought I’d give a little explanation on how to configure WhoNews notifications. Firstly you can configure which notifications you receive on the Settings tab but you need to be in connected to the internet as WhoNews contacts the notification server to tell it what your preferences are. It does this the instant the you change a setting.

Once you’ve changed a setting it may take a little while to stop receiving those notifications as they may already be queued in the Apple Push Notification System.

Whenever WhoNews starts it resends your settings to the Notification server just in case your app and the server are out of sync. So if your notification settings seem incorrect, try killing WhoNews and then starting it again.

Don’t forget if you want to disable sounds, change the way notifications are displayed or disable ALL notifications from WhoNews you have to do this via your iOS device Settings -> Notifications -> WhoNews which is outside WhoNews itself.

Above all if you have a problem with WhoNews please just contact me, I will always strive to help. WhoNews has received over 70 5 Star reviews from around the world and it is a record I’d like to maintain if given the chance.

Thanks

Paul.

WhoNews Notification Update

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-04-27T09:43:31+01:00

The WhoNews notification issue where repeated notifications were being sent has been identified as a performance issue on the server. I’ve implemented a fix and will be testing today, so I apologise for any duplicate notifications you may receive today.

*Update*

The fix appears to be working well and normal service has been resumed.

Doctor Who Online site tests

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-04-18T22:15:40+01:00

Doctor Who Online are upgrading their news page and have introduced some test articles. WhoNews is picking up the test pages and you may have received notifications of “This is a test”

DWO said they hope to have the tests removed shortly.

WhoNews 2.05 iOS Released

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-04-16T13:28:36+01:00

WhoNews 2.05 for iOS is now available from the App Store.

Notifications have been stopped for previous versions of WhoNews.

This version includes support for the new notifications pushed out by the latest version of the WhoNews server. This means notifications are:

Generated as they are detected by WhoNews server and not on the current hourly basis.
Notifications for News, Blogs, Podcasts and Special/Art streams
Control from within WhoNews on the settings page to choose what notifications, if any, you want to receive.

Here is a image of the settings page:

WhoNews Push Notifications

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-04-06T20:28:52+01:00

Over the past few months there have been periods where the notifications pushed to the WhoNews have stopped for short periods. This has been down to service interruptions by the push notification service provider used by WhoNews.

Rest assured I’ve been looking into this and I’m working on modifications to make the service not only more reliable but also more frequent. I’m currently developing my own service which interfaces directly to Apple to send notifications. This also removes a limit of 1 million notifications a month which WhoNews has to use. Some months WhoNews has hit this limit.

The new server modifications will allow me to provide more notifications in future versions of WhoNews. However I appreciate that some users love notifications and a constant stream of updates and others hate them. So future versions of WhoNews will allow you to fully configure notifications.

I’m currently testing the next version of WhoNews and the update service and will keep you informed of developments.

WhoNews 2.04 iOS Released

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-04-04T07:38:48+01:00

WhoNews 2.04 is now available to download. This release includes the new iPad retina icons and also fixes a problem on iPads using iOS 5.1 which caused WhoNews to crash in portrait orientation.

WhoNews v2.0.4 iOS Update

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-03-29T17:24:32+01:00

I’ve just updated WhoNews to support the new iPad 3 retina icons and also fix a problem on iPads using iOS 5.1. When using WhoNews in portrait mode you may experience a crash and WhoNews quitting.

In the meantime I recommend using WhoNews in landscape on an iPad running this version 5.1 of iOS. The new version should be released within a week.

WhoNews v2.0.3 iOS Released

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-03-29T09:46:40+01:00

WhoNews v2.0.3 for iOS has been released at the App Store. New in this release is:

Fixes for Facebook link sharing. It also supports single sign in if you have the FB app installed.
Uses iOS5 Twitter integration on those platforms running iOS5
Evernote support is added
Sending links by SMS/iMessage supported.
Support for Delicious has been removed.

WhoVerse Team Reach Target

pgee@moonboom.com — 2012-03-20T22:15:31+00:00

The DT Forum, WhoNews and Kasterborous who joined forces to raise money for Sport relief have reached their initial target of £500.

We’d like to say a big thank you to all those who have donated so far.

If you haven’t donated yet, there is still plenty of time and even a small donation of £5 will make a big difference.

You can donate here:

https://my.sportrelief.com/sponsor/DTForumTeam

Many thanks

Paul on behalf of WhoVerse Team