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iOS UZER APP SCORE: HANDOFF

27 Jan

4 out of 5

Infinity Apps + IdeaSwarm (www.handoffapp.com)
$1.99 (Universal)  iTunes Link

DESCRIPTION
Instantly push content from your browser to your iOS device.  Pushed content is viewed in device’s in-app browser by default.

YAYS
Easy to install bookmarklets for IE, Safari, Firefox and Chrome.
Can select to push content to either iPhone or iPad.
Content opens as you saw it on your desktop.
One click to open in Safari & numerous export & send-to options.

NAYS
The Handoff process from the desktop browser takes 2 clicks.
Google Map Handoffs originally launch the browser based maps.  You can however press an export button to open in the native Maps app.

ELEGANCE VS UTILITY
The UI is simple with a Reeder-esq style; including pull to refresh.  Simplicity is key here, as the prominent interface of this app is a chronological list of the content you’ve pushed.

iOS UZER APP SCORE: Screens for iOS

24 Jan

4 out of 5

EDOVIA (www.edovia.com)
$19.99 (Universal)  iTunes Link

DESCRIPTION
Easy to setup remote access to your Windows, OS X or Linux computer.

YAYS
No need to configure your router in setting up VNC server.
Intuitive gestures and zooming make working on a small screen more usable.
Very reliable & speedy connection, even over 3G.

NAYS
Nearly 20 dollars.  A bit cheaper than other solutions, but still pricey.
Top & bottom toolbars take up too much real estate on iPhone version.

ELEGANCE VS UTILITY
Well thought out UI with a high range of utility for remote access control freaks.

More on Screens in iOS UZER Podcast # 22.