Wildlife Trusts Nature Finder,nature reserves and events wherever you are in the UK. #Nature #Apps

If you are travelling to the UK or living there here is a handy app if you are into Nature. This app lets you explore Wildlife Trust nature reserves and events wherever you are in the UK.Its available on Android and iOS. A simple location-based app which enables the user to find Wildlife Trust nature reserves and events wherever they are.  There is also a directory of Wildlife Trusts around the UK, with links to on-line information.

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The Wildlife Trusts care for more than 2,000 wild places – woods, meadows, moors, rivers, heaths, hills, bogs, coastline and urban parks. You can use this app to find and explore wild places near you.There is more than 10,000 events each year – walks, talks, training courses, volunteer days, activities for families and children, wildlife festivals and more. This app contains many events but for complete listings please check your local Wildlife Trust website.

Key features include:

1. Map and list of nature reserves with search and geo-location
2. Map and list of events with search and geo-location
3. Ability to favourite trusts, reserves and events
4. Directory of all Wildlife Trusts with contact details and ability to donate by text.

 

  • Searching for more than 2,000 nature reserves plus thousands of events and activities
  • A directory for all 47 Wildlife Trusts with contact details and ability to donate by text
  • Save your favourite places – where you’ve been and where you’d like to go
  • Information on more than 800 UK wildlife species will be available in an update by 1 July 2015

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#MixRadio exits beta and is now availabe on #Android and #iOS #Streaming #Music #MixRadioLive

MixRadio fans will know that its been in beta for some time now on Android and iOS but not any more,its now available to download direct from the store.Up until recently its been always available on Windows Phone,today that’s now changed its cross platform.But it will always remain on Windows Phone unless MS change that so its not forgot its loyal Windows Phone fans from where it all began.

“We will also continue to deliver a great service to existing users on Windows Phone,” says MixRadio CEO Jyrki Rosenberg. Also today they have announced a partnership with HTC to integrate with Blinkfeed.

What is MixRadio – MixRadio is the perfect FREE app for music lovers who like to discover fresh new tunes every day. As you listen, MixRadio learns the artists you like, giving you a PERSONALISED experience. The more you listen, the better it gets. So, with a whole world of songs out there, you can spend more time listening and less time searching.Enjoy playlists custom-made to your unique taste from our library of over 35 million tracks. Play them in high quality audio to experience them at their best. Then download your favourite mixes to listen OFFLINE without the hefty data charges!Discover your perfect playlist with My Mix
– MixRadio learns what you like, to play new music you love
– Select a handful of your favourite artists
– Heart a track as it’s playing and we’ll learn about what you like
– Discover fresh new tracks intelligently tailored to your music tastes, as well as hearing old favourites.Thousands of handcrafted mixes
– Curated mixes put together by a host of global music gurus from around the world
– Personally ordered and suggested based on what you like
– Everything from the latest charts and party soundtracks, to genre specific mixes.

You can even listen offline!
– Download your top mixes, go offline and avoid data costs
– Swap your offline mixes when you feel like a change
– Keep the music flowing wherever you go with access to hundreds of tunes

Let your friends in on your winning mixes. Share them via Facebook and Twitter to show off your skills.

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KillBiller iPhone Launch Eliminates Mobile Overspending.Get it on iOS. #Apps #KillBiller by @jimboireland #Irish

In 2014 you may remember the KillBiller app we spoke about which hit Android well now the wait is over and for those on iOS its now available to download and of course its free.

With so many plans available from various networks today it can be tough to decide what suits each individuals needs,KillBiller is here to make this choice for you and will be welcome by all to save money in the long run,in a world of SMS,Data or Voice KillBiller will find the right plan for you,to note SMS is dying a slow death and Data is the way forward these days with most of us accessing content on our devices..But everyone is different and here is the solution to save money.

Daniel McCarthy explains to us about the App..

Each year, Irish people waste millions of euro overspending on mobile phone subscriptions. The
National Consumer Agency* estimate that on average people save €288 per year when they
change mobile phone plans, yet only 9% of Irish people switch provider each year. A primary
reason why people don’t switch is confusion in selecting the right plan.
The KillBiller application, which has been used over 16,000 times by Irish Android mobile phone
users, eliminates this confusion by analysing subscribers usage and recommending the mobile
phone plans that will save them the most money. KillBiller is now available on iPhone.
What is KillBiller?
KillBiller is a mobile application that saves people money on their mobile phone bill. KillBiller looks
at every call, text, and MegaByte sent and works out the best mobile phone provider and plan for
you. Released on Android in late 2014, from 29th April KillBiller will be available on iOS devices.
How much can people save?
The average savings for users are over €20 per month, or between €200 and €300 per year.
How does KillBiller actually work?

KillBiller analyses users’ actual phone usage against all of the plans available from Irish operators.

The app takes details of the calls, messages and data used by you on your phone and, based on
this, calculates how much you would have spent on each plan. Having found the right plan,
KillBiller offers users the convenience of switching networks within the app.

Everything is automatic – People don’t need to know how many minutes, texts, or megabytes they’ve used.

Are people switching networks?
Despite the fact that the average saving for people who switched mobile phone plans in Ireland is
a huge €288, last year only 9% of Irish people changed mobile phone provider. Research indicates
that one reason why the switching rate is low is that it is both difficult and confusing to determine
the best plan to be on. Irish people are wasting millions of euro on unused minutes, allowances,
and unlimited plans, when the average usage profile only uses 207 minutes, sends 129 texts, and
uses 1.3 GB of data (for smartphones)**.
The KillBiller app has been available for download on Android since late 2014 and has seen its user
base increase in recent months as a result of prominent media coverage both online (Irish Times,
Irish Independent, Irish Tech News, thejournal.ie) and on radio (Matt Cooper on Today FM,
Newstalk Breakfast, the Sunday Business Show). On the back of this success, the application is now
all set for its much anticipated launch on Apple’s iOS.
How does KillBiller make money?
KillBiller’s main revenue model is based upon commission for people switching operators from
within the application. Currently the application supports all bill pay plans, but prepay plans will be
added very shortly aiming to have pre-pay functionality in June.
For more information about the app please see our website http://killbiller.com/ or get in touch
using the contact details below.

 

About KillBiller
KillBilller is an early stage company that originated at the Dublin Launch48 startup weekend in
2013. The KillBiller team are a trio based in Dublin and our mobile phone plan comparison app is
our first. We have a passion for consumer transparency that is complimented with a love of
technology and general geeky abilities.

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Website: http://www.killbiller.com
Mail: info@killbiller.com
Twitter: @Kill_Biller

Fixture-based Hurling Game launched by Gaelic Players Association and Zoodazzle. #Android #iOS #Hurling #Gaming

The GPA HURLING App, a mobile game for Android and iOS, was released recently to coincide with the National Hurling League final between Cork and Waterford. Fans of rival teams compete against each other in real-time and virtually determine the result of an upcoming GAA fixture.

The official Gaelic Players Association (GPA) Game lets you play the ancient Gaelic Game of Hurling and determine which county wins the next real-life fixture. Flick the hurling sliotar over the bar and your score counts for the GAA team you selected.

Developed under a partnership between Zoodazzle and the Gaelic Players Association (GPA), the game uses real-time mobile technology to continuously update team scores and sponsor images within the actual gameplay. These updates are immediately visible on each fan’s smartphone.
According to Ciaran Davies, CEO of Zoodazzle, “We recognised from an early stage the opportunity for our technology within sports sponsorship and as a result developed the SportsCarver platform. Sport sponsorship has become a triangle of association between the team, the sponsors and the fans. Using SportsCarver we developed a game for the fans which is driven by team loyalty and supported by seamlessly integrated sponsor images. Unlike banner ads, sponsors can now connect with fans in the moment not take them out of it. In addition sponsor brand images can be dynamically updated and targeted at fans based on time, location or audience type.”

 


In the closing stages of the first fixture, almost 2 virtual frees per second were taken by fans. Within a week of its launch, fans had scored over 120,000 times and the game has entered both the iPhone and Google Play charts.
GPA Chief Executive Dessie Farrell stated that “Our technology partnership with Zoodazzle is opening up exciting opportunities for the association within the digital sport sector. Enabling our partners to engage positively with fans through the GPA Hurling App is furthering our objective of supporting players to be their personal best. Over 10,000 downloads demonstrate the appetite amongst fans for mobile games based around our national sports.”

 

Choose a GAA team jersey from the two Counties playing in an UPCOMING REAL-LIFE FIXTURE and decide which team wins the hurling match by scoring as many points as you can.
See in real-time your score combined with other fans’ scores. Watch the countdown clock and see in real-time who is winning the competition.

PLAY AGAINST OTHER GAA FANS
The GPA Hurling Game is the first fan-based game where your score determines the winner. This isn’t fantasy league. Instead you decide who wins by playing as often as possible and encouraging your friends to do the same.

There are two modes PRACTICE and COMPETITION. When in competition mode a countdown clock runs until the players actually go head-to-head on the hurling pitch. Support the players by playing this game and then support them on the day by attending the match.
The game is quite good with great graphics and sound so enjoy folks.

 

 

 

About the Gaelic Players Association:
The Gaelic Players Association supports players to be their personal best, advances player welfare, protects their interests and promotes the skills of Gaelic games
About Zoodazzle:
Zoodazzle, the company behind the SportsCarver Platform (http://www.sportscarver.com/), specialises in mobile game development software and is based in Dublin, Ireland.

 

Download this game both on Android and iOS below. Let us know what you think.

 

The official Irish Radioplayer app launches on Android and iOS. #Apps #Radio #IrishRadioPlayer.

Irish Radioplayer (radioplayer.ie) is a partnership between RTÉ and the Independent Broadcasters of Ireland,its just been launched on Android and iOS but not on Windows Phones,sorry WP users… You guys will have to continue to use TuneIn Radio which we all know so well,Android and iOS users alike.The App works fine on our old HTC One but seemed to crash on our ONE M9.

“Works well with HTC One, Samsung Galaxy S3, Samsung Galaxy S4, Asus Phonepad, Asus Nexus 7 and other devices.Car Mode, Sleep Timer, and a slick layout for iPhone” according to the description on the app page linked below.so perhaps check your device and leave some feedback,feedback always helps to improve things.

Scroll through radio recommended just for you, see what’s local or trending, save your favourite stations and shows, and play them with one tap.All RTÉ services, and dozens more great Irish stations, on your iPad, iPhone, or iPod. Tune in to live streams of radio, or browse our on-demand programmes and podcasts.

This radio app has everything from news and sport – to pop, rock, indie, dance, jazz, and classical. It’s perfect for football, hurling, rugby, and UK soccer at the weekend.

Launching the app, the Minister for Communications, Alex White, said: “The Irish Radioplayer app will be of great benefit to all Irish radio stations that take part in it. Listeners will benefit from having a quality audio stream of their favourite local, regional or national radio shows available, regardless of where they are. It’s also an innovative way of promoting Irish stations in an increasingly competitive multi-platform environment.”

Irish Radioplayer is a partnership between RTÉ and the Independent Broadcasters of Ireland, aimed at making radio listening easier. The partnership is backed by RTÉ (owners of stations like RTÉ Radio 1, RTÉ 2fm, RTÉ lyric fm, RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta, RTÉ Gold, RTÉ 2XM, RTÉ Jr Radio, RTÉ Pulse and RTÉ Radio 1 extra).

The IBI includes UTV (who run FM104, Q102, C103, Cork’s 96FM, Galway Bay FM, WLRFM, Live 95FM and LMFM), and Communicorp (operators of Newstalk, Today FM, TX FM, Spin 103.8 and Spin Southwest).

Other IBI member stations in Radioplayer include Beat, Clare FM, Classic Hits 4fm, East Coast Radio, Highland Radio, iRadio, KCLR 96FM, Kfm, Midlands 103, Midwest Radio, Northern Sound, Ocean FM, Radio Kerry, Radio Nova, Red FM, Shannonside 104, South East Radio, Sunshine and Tipp FM.
Overall the app works well, sounds and looks good too with an easy UI.

Any questions about the RadioPlayer see the FAQ

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Stocard,All your loyalty cards on your smartphone. by @jimboireland #Stocard #Apps #Shopping

Loyalty cards are everywhere these days and if its not a card its a keyring/fob and they can add some bulk to your wallet or keychain,with bargain hunting ever more on the increase people like to get loyalty cards everywhere this then results in a wallet stuffed with plastic cards and over time becomes unbearable to carry.Now there is a solution for this..Whilst the app is Optimized for the USA, Canada, Australia & the United Kingdom its worth a mention and perhaps in the future it may also become available Ireland,but for those who travel can use the app and its free on Android,Windows Phone and iOS.

STOCARD IS FAST:
– The built in high-tech-camera scanner enables you to add rewards cards within seconds.
– Have your phone’s screen scanned for a faster transaction at properly equipped stores*.
STOCARD IS EASY TO USE:
– No registration necessary, start using Stocard right after downloading.
– Choose from over 1800 preset discount cards
Stocard supports all major loyalty cards, ranging from drug store cards (CVS, Walgreens, Shoppers Drug Mart) to airlines (American, United, Quantas) and hotels (Hilton, Starwood) to the most popular multi-partner cards like Air Miles, Everyday Rewards and flybuys.
Stocard even works with your favorite auto-club card (AAA, CAA, RACV).

– Add any not preset loyalty card as an “other loyalty card”.
– Discover exclusive coupons, discounts, flyers and circulars in Stocard – all related to your favorite stores!
+ ADVANCED FEATURES:
– Location based-widget: The location-based widget will show you the most relevant loyalty cards based on your location. (GPS turned off by default)
– Rewards cards on Android Wear: Stocard now supports your loyalty cards on Android Wear. Whenever you’re shopping, just pop-up your loyalty cards barcode on your new watch and have it scanned by the cashier to receive your discounts or points.
– You can even use Stocard for your airline-tickets and even gift cards.

If you are planning on buying the Apple watch there is good news,it will be available for it too..

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Nuzzel. – News from your friends in an App. Dont miss a thing. by @jimboireland #Apps #Nuzzel #News

Nuzzel is a news aggregate so to speak and since the app i used most which was called Taptu closed its services i began looking for another app,there is of course many others like FlipBoard,Feedy and gReader but i like to have a selection.

Nuzzle is simple to use and works rather smoothly and requires a FaceBook or Twitter login,this will then keep you up to date with things you may have missed from your friends and news they may have shared,its a rather nice app and deserves the mention.. You can also use Nuzzel to share interesting stories with your friends via Twitter, Facebook, email, or SMS.Within the app you can decide what news to read within timeframes and days..Also you can get customised alerts with breaking news from your friends.

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Make fun videos with your friends thanks to the new Facebook app Riff By @VicenteA_George #facebook #IOS #android

Facebook is working hard on making us use their services, and now the have add a new app to fight with Vine, let’s take a look at Riff.

Riff is the new Video app from the big blue, and it present and interesting way of share stories.

Once you have the app, you log in with your FB ID and immediately can start using the service, you can watch some of the videos already done by the developers or some global videos made from other users.

What’s the story with the app?

Well, you just need an idea, make a short video (20sec limit unlike Vine) explaining your idea, and then any FB friend you have can add another video to the same story.

Once they have done that, they friends can do the same, so your initial story now have hundreds of sequels.

The story can remain as Riff exclusive or you can share them on the social networks you have.

The app is on IOS and Android, with no words on WP

You can download the app here: IOS, Android

Show us your stories using #techbuzzireland

Stay tuned for more Buzz.

The worlds next biggest social game in history. #Tapp from Drippler. by @jimboireland #Apps #Android

If you like games and are bored here is a new game called Tapp from the creators of the great app Drippler.Tapp is simple, yet strangely enticing and addicting game. The goal is to tap as fast as you can and set the record for highest number of taps per minute. Accomplishing that is tougher than it seems when you realize you’re up against millions of players around the world.

The idea of the game was born out of a frustration that all parents can relate too. Matan Talmi, CEO explains: “one weekend, my 2 year old son was begging to use my smartphone. I realized that all he wanted to do was tap the screen and see it respond. It occurred to me then that that’s what I do too: tap the screen and wait for a response – whether I’m waiting for a text, email, or scroll Facebook. I thought it would make a great game.”

 

Following the massive blowout success, Drippler spun out Tapp, and is now in the final stages of raising Series-A funding from a group of VCs and angel investors. “We got several acquisition offers from the world’s biggest gaming companies but turned them down.” Talmi says, “we’re planning to use the funding to launch on more platforms, and start monetizing. Tapp for iPhone is already in the works, Android Wear and Apple Watch versions will launch later this year so users can play right on their wrist. We believe Tapp has the potential to turn into the biggest game in history!”

 

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