WhoNews Lite for Android - Free Edition
16/05/13 17:00
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
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
15/05/13 17:13
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.
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
01/05/13 15:01
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
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
19/04/13 08:18
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
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
BBC Doctor Who:EyeStalk Dalek App Launched
29/03/13 14:07
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
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 notifications
21/12/12 09:20
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.
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.
EyeStalk 2.0 Available at the App Store
27/10/12 16:55
EyeStalk 2.0 is now available at the App Store. This release adds:
Download here https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/eyestalk/id512674757?mt=8
- 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 2.10 for iOS6 & iPhone 5 Released
19/09/12 21:58
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.
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
29/08/12 18:57
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:
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
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
12/08/12 21:14
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.
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 v1.0.3 Now at the App Store
30/06/12 08:44
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
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
30/06/12 08:36
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.
If you are experiencing any issues contact me at appsupport@moonboom.com and I can provide a support.
WhoNews v2.07 iOS released soon
18/06/12 11:59
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.
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
18/06/12 08:28
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:
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.
WhoNews v2.06 for iOS Available
15/06/12 09:29
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.
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
08/06/12 08:20
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.
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
08/06/12 08:05
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.
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 Notification Tips
28/04/12 09:01
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.
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
27/04/12 09:43
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.
*Update*
The fix appears to be working well and normal service has been resumed.
WhoNews 2.05 iOS Released
16/04/12 13:28
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:
Here is a image of the settings page:
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
06/04/12 20:28
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.
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
04/04/12 07:38
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
29/03/12 17:24
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.
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
29/03/12 09:46
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.
