For a new or aspiring author, finishing your book is only part of the battle. The biggest hurdle can be getting your book published and making some money from your creativity.

Think about publishing your book or eBook as an iPhone app and get paid for your work! It’s a great new way of publishing whether you’re an author and your book is already published or if you are an aspiring author looking for a publisher.

For publishers – consider making iPhone apps for your existing titles. iPhone apps allow your eBooks to be read both on the iPhone and the iPod Touch. A paid iPhone app adds another revenue stream to your publishing line, helping both your list of authors and your own bottom line. Not big enough to partner with Stanza? We can create your own eBook reader for you and incorporate it into your line of eBook iPhone applications.

For authors – iPhone apps for your eBooks can get your work published and on the paid marketplace without waiting for an established publisher to select your book. You as the author control the publication, the price, and the royalties. You get 70% of your book app’s sales price from the iTunes App Store, after Apple’s 30% cut. This means after Apple’s commission, you get ALL of the royalties.  And with the new iPhone 3.0 upgrade coming out later this year, you will even be able to offer your eBook apps on a subscription basis so you can charge more for adding content periodically!

iPhone apps for eBooks FAQ:

Q: Why should I invest in an iPhone app for my book instead of publishing an eBook for Kindle?

A:  You should do both! An author should monetize his or her book in as many ways as possible (unless you’re independently wealthy).

Q: What advantages does an iPhone app have over Kindle? Kindle publishing is free, and iPhone apps cost money!

A:  Your eBook as an iPhone app nets you 70% of the sale price vs. 35% from Kindle. Also, your eBook iPhone app can be upgraded or have added content at any time. You can even sell your publication by subscription with your iPhone app. Also, Apple has sold almost 40 million iPhone and iPod Touch units vs about 500,000 Amazon Kindles. Publishing your eBook with an iPhone app is a market you can’t ignore.

Q: Does an eBook published with an iPhone app also need a reader?

A:  Yes, your iPhone eBook application will need an eBook reader incorporated into the app. Your iPhone app developer can help you create your own eBook reader of may license their reader for your eBook application.

Q: Can’t I use the Kindle reader or Stanza reader for my own eBook iPhone application?

A:  No – Kindle and Stanza are not licensing their readers for use in individual iPhone apps. You or your publisher would need to have the publishing volume to make a special partnership to list your books with Amazon/Kindle/Stanza like the bigger publishing houses are doing.

Q: How much does it cost to turn my eBook into an iPhone app?

A:  The cost for your eBook iPhone app will depend on the number of pages in your eBook, any illustrations or pictures included in your eBook, and any added features you may need included. A basic cost for starters would be $2500.00 – but keep in mind that this is just a rough estimate and a starting point until your chosen developer can review your actual material and necessary requirements. And an app developer can offer volume disounts – the more eBook iPhone apps a developer creates for you, the lower the cost for each can be.

eBooks are the fastest growing segment in the iTunes App Store, ranking even higher than games! If you are an author looking to monetize your work then you should seriously consider creating iPhone apps for each book you already have on the market and each book you may have in the works.

My Full iPod Touch/iPhone 2.1 / 2.0 Software Review

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• 850/900/1800/1900 MHz Quad-Band
• Bluetooth
• Camera
• Candybar
• International Phone
• MP3 Player
• PDA/Smart Phone
• QWERTY Keyboard
• Speaker Phone
• Supports MP3 format
• Unlocked
• Voice Dialing
• Wi-Fi

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iPhone combines three amazing products — a revolutionary mobile phone, a widescreen iPod with touch controls, and a breakthrough Internet communications device with desktop-class email, web browsing, maps, and searching — into one small and lightweight handheld device. iPhone also introduces an entirely new user interface based on a large multi-touch display and pioneering new software, letting you control everything with just your fingers. So it ushers in an era of software power and sophistication never before seen in a mobile device, completely redefining what you can do on a mobile phone.

Widescreen iPod

iPhone is a widescreen iPod with touch controls that lets you enjoy all your content — including music, audiobooks, videos, TV shows, and movies — on a beautiful 3.5-inch widescreen display. It also lets you sync your content from the iTunes library on your PC or Mac. And then you can access it all with just the touch of a finger

Revolutionary Phone

iPhone is a revolutionary new mobile phone that allows you to make a call by simply pointing your finger at a name or number in your address book, a favorites list, or a call log. It also automatically syncs all your contacts from a PC, Mac, or Internet service. And it lets you and listen to voicemail messages in whatever order you want — just like email.

Breakthrough Internet Device

iPhone features a rich HTML email client and Safari — the most advanced web browser ever on a portable device — which automatically syncs bookmarks from your PC or Mac. Safari also includes built-in Google and Yahoo! search. iPhone is fully multi-tasking, so you can read a web page while downloading your email in the background over Wi-Fi or EDGE.

High Technology

Multi-touch - a human-computer interaction technique and the hardware devices that implement it, which allow users to compute without conventional input devices (e.g., mouse, keyboard).

Multi-touch consists of a touch screen (screen, table, wall, etc.) or touchpad, as well as software that recognizes multiple simultaneous touch points, as opposed to the standard touchscreen (i.e. computer touchpad, ATM), which recognizes only one touch point.

This effect is achieved through a variety of means, including but not limited to: heat, finger pressure, high capture rate cameras, infrared light, optic capture, tuned electromagnetic induction and shadow capture.

A myriad of different applications for multi-touch interfaces both exist and are being proposed. Some uses are individualistic (e.g., iPhone, iPod touch, MacBook Pro, MacBook Air). However, multi-touch technology is mainly used to incorporate collaboration into the computing experience.

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does the apple educational discount apply to the iphone?

does it apply to at&t’s plans?!

No, it doesn’t.

AT&T’s educational discount may apply to its iPhone plans (depending on your school)..

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Events of meltdowns and fires have been reported by consumers in various parts of the world regarding the new iPhone.

Events have been reported where the connection between the iPhone and the charger cord melts due to high temperatures. There have been reported events where the battery in the new iPod has taken fire as well.

There is an example from Norway where there is observed holes burned through the plastic into the metal of the connector between the iPhone and the charger cord.

In Sweden there has been a report on similar incident on the iPhone 3G. The plastic on the charger contact is melted and burnt into the metal under it.

In Japan there have been several events where the batteries have taken fire on some models of the iPod.

Some of these latter events are due to use of non original batteries.

The Ipod is very popular in Japan, and when one of them takes fire during charging there is bound to be trouble. Japanese authorities has ordered the iPod producer Apple to examine the events of an exploding iPod nano in March 2008 closer. This model was one of 425.000 nano’s that Apple has sold in Japan, and is almost identical to millions of others world over. The model went out of market in 2006, and was replaced with a newer model of iPod nano. There is known several cases of fire and explosions connected to this model of iPod, and a handful cases over the world have been documented.

Apple conformed in a statement the details around the events, but did not comment it further. Apple commented later that the incidents were connected to one certain type of batteries from Sony.

There are more problems for Apple’s latest 3G iPhone after reports have started to come in on them catching fire.

The most public reports are from Norway and Sweden where the smoking and dead iPhone was displayed in the local press. It appears the fire started when the phone was recharging, which is probably a battery problem and could happen to any device.

The iPhone is already becoming buggy and has poor reception problems because Apple installed an immature chipset under the bonnet of the beast.  The fact that it did this, even though it was known that this particular chipset had been causing problems for early adopters in Europe for four years, is strange.

A software update to fix the reception problems actually makes things worse and buggers up the GPS system that comes with the phone. Apple is keeping quiet about all these problems and some observers are starting to wonder if it will face a product recall.

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The emergence of location-based apps, the rise in smartphones, successful competitors… why shouldn’t FourSquare succeed? Mashable’s Jennifer Van Grove recently wrote a glowing review of the location-based mobile app — examining key trends that should catapult FourSquare to a Twitter-like status. “Everyone is making their predictions about whether Foursquare is the next Twitter, including me,” writes social media blogger Jason Keath.

FourSquare is a mobile location-based application for smartphones like the iPhone, Android and soon, the Blackberry. Users “check in” when they arrive at say a local cafe, book store, park or even a friends house. As more of your friends sign up, you’ll get a better understanding of their favorite hang out spots. Based on your “check ins,” FourSquare can suggest new places for you to explore. And as you discover new places and frequent your favorite spots, you’ll get points and work your way up to “Mayorship” of a local cafe or restaurant or movie theater — wherever you visit the most.

The location-based app is not alone, however. Brightkite and Google Latitude have developed similar platforms that utilize GPS enabled smart phones to connect users. And location-based apps are also getting attention from investors. Gowalla recently announced it received $8.4 million in series B investing. Grove asks, can a location-based app like FourSquare be the next Twitter? We’ll explore FourSquare’s potential as “the next Twitter” and the challenges they will face as they try to grow their user-base.

How FourSquare can Succeed

Media adoption — Ultimately it was the media that catapulted Twitter from an esoteric geek app to a revolutionary media reporting platform. Can FourSquare follow a similar path? The GPS enabled app could add a multi-dimensional experience to reporting. For instance, you notice an accident on the thruway and FourSquare could connect you with a journalist that can give you the story via GPS.

The Narrowing Gap Between Technology and Our Personal Lives – While Twitter was criticized for being an inane life-casting platform (”I’m brushing my teeth” or “Going for a walk…”), FourSquare enables users to bring the world even closer to their personal lives — via GPS. FourSquare turns exploring your surroundings into a game, through the “checking in” feature.  Each location you check into, you’re rewarded points.

It’s smart mobile — Smartphones are on a steep incline. With the iPhone growing 245% and RIM (maker of the Blackberry) 96.7% in 2008, smart phones are definitely making a big splash. FourSquare leverages smart phones apps (now available in Apple’s App Store and soon to come for the Blackberry) to “check in” and “check out” of locations. Dennis told Mashable, “80% of users are using the iPhone app.” While Twitter apps allowed users to essentially send text messages to the world, could FourSquare’s location based app add another dimension to smart phones?

Challenges FourSquare Will Face

People are not ready for a location-based app — FourSquare, like Google Latitude, Gowalla and BrightKite, are location-based. While there is not a clear leader in location-based apps, is there even an opportunity? If people are not ready for a location based app, then FourSquare, like…

To read more about FourSquare and location-based apps, go to Sparxoo, a digital marketing, branding and business development blog.

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Every website that offers you discount coupons makes a link especially for these customers who have won it on their webpage. All you need to do select the product that you like the most check if the discount coupon is valid on it and enter your code correctly to avail great discounts.

You may be able to get discount up to 40-80% depending upon the products and its demand. Also you may be lucky enough to claim a product for free with the help if discount coupon codes that you win. Make sure while participating in any promotional offer online you enter a valid e mail address as you will be sent coupons on your respective ID’s only. Do not leak your discount codes to other as they may use it discount coupons. Most of the discount coupons are valid as long as the stock remains or the discount stays so make sure you make the best use of the online discount coupons and use them early before they are held invalid by the website or online company

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Through the use of Google Maps, members of The Relationship Company can find potential matches that are literally around the corner. The program completed its Beta testing phase, and is now available as a new tool members can use to find potential matches. 

Finding love locally has never been easier thanks to new Google Maps-based application

What began as small, quiet walk-in businesses years ago morphed into a billion dollar industry as Internet-based dating services came to dominate the singles market. These days, however, the industry has come full circle. Singles prefer access to like-minded adults close to home over million-member registries spread out nationally. Potential customers in this flourishing market respond better when they see familiar street and business names pop up in a search engine.

The Relationship Company, started in September 2008, offers personal, local matchmaking services and facilitates introductions for single adults in search of healthy, potentially long term commitments through in-house and online services. But CEO Cameron Barrett Sharpe isn’t content to stop there. The Relationship Company’s latest member success upgrade makes finding local singles even easier.

Through the use of Google Maps, members of The Relationship Company can find potential matches that are literally around the corner. The program completed its Beta testing phase, and is now available as a new tool members can use to find potential matches. 

“What we’re doing is pretty innovative. It takes dating and technology to another level,” Sharpe explained. “People want to meet locally, and we’re making that possible in a way never before seen with online or brick and mortar dating services.”

The Relationship Company intends to remain on the forefront of technology that will give clients a more convenient way to meet like minded singles for a healthy, compatible and successful relationship. The dating business is booming, In a few short months, The Relationship Company is already writing success stories throughout the country. “Our purpose goes beyond making money, staying focused on how we can provide a better service is and always will be at the top of our priority list. explained Sharpe.

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The Apple iphone is supported with 3G networks and is updated with 3G HSDPA technology. Apple iphone 3G is a highly capable device which allows the user to enjoy high quality imaging. It also features high speed connectivity in this beautifully designed device. The iphone 3G is the second phone to be developed and follows popular Apple iphone. It is also known as Apple iphone 2. The Apple iPhone 16GB is a slide bodied handset which measures 12.3mm deep X 62.1mm wide X 115.5 mm high and its total weight is 133 grams which is good when portability is taking into consideration.

The Apple iphone 3GB has 3.5 Inch multi Touch screen providing 16million colours for the user to experience the thrill of watching videos or playing games on it. The mobile provides the user a full QWERTY keyboard for easy text input and message writing. The iPhone 3G comes with 3G HSDPA technology and so the user can experience broadband connectivity, Internet access and multitasking features. It is thus useful for surfing internet and making calls with the help of several websites.

A emailing option allows the user to enjoy sending and receiving emails directly to other compatible devices. This stunning handset also comes with high speed data transfer technology known as GPRS and EDGE which allows the user to enjoy fast transfer rates on their handset. The Bluetooth wireless connection and the USB cabled connection meant to transfer files or data between two compatible devices are present. So, users can easily share files with other devices by using these options. The Apple iPhone 3G can be connected with the user’s Mac or PC for easy connectivity and data transfers.

The WiFi wireless connectivity is supported in the iPhone which allows the user to gain a wireless connection to the World Wide Web using a wireless hotspot interface or a local WiFi connection. The phone comes with an iPhone operating system 2.0 and the users enjoy the easy to use menu system. The user interface on this device is all driven by icons for ease of use. The iPhone 16GB Mobile Phone comes with an International keyboard system and a language support system. The handset provides worldwide network coverage over GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 and 3G HSDPA UMTS. The battery of the handset when fully charged can give up to 300 hours of standby battery time and up to 5 hours of talk time on Apple iPhone 3G.

A built in advanced GPS navigation with google maps can allow the user to locate exactly where they are on the map and the user can also get complete directions to desired places. The map features allow the user to zoom in on their desired destinations and search for locations on the map. There is an integrated iPod music player in the handset which allows the user to use their stylish 3G phone as a portable music player with complete ease. People using the phone can enjoy a full music experience by downloading their favourite tracks on the iPhone 3G. The user can even pause their music when a call comes in by pinching the microphone on the headset. Having attended to the call they can enjoy listening to the music.

A built in two megapixel camera in the handset allows the user to enjoy capturing photos on the Apple iPhone 16GB the phone supports easy to use photo settings and features which allow the user to gain the best possible effect while clicking photos. The user can also change the requirements when taking a shot to gain the perfect capture setting to suit their surrounding. People can store their photos in the phone’s photo gallery and can also share it with others.

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