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taskList fills the void between too-basic, fixed to-do list apps, and pricy, complicated task managers. Offering a simple, open-ended system of Tasks, Memos, Groups and Tags, taskList can initiate first-time users new to task management, as well as satisfy more experienced users looking for an efficient and adept to-do list. Users can choose to maintain a simple ordered list with priorities, up to using a full fledged GTD system with an inbox, projects, contexts, or more.

Shannoga announces the release of HiBye 1.4 for iPhone and iPod touch users. This contact manager is like none other because it uses the device's native contact list instead of creating the headache of a second phone book for users to have to search through. New contacts are added directly to the list via a "Dummy" feature that is unique to this app. Temporary contacts can be automatically deleted by a timer.

WaterField Designs today announces five protective cases for the Amazon Kindle 3: the Ultimate SleeveCase, the EXO SleeveCase, the Slip Case, the Suede Jacket, and the Travel Case. The Personal size Muzzetto shoulder bag nicely stows any of these Kindle 3 cases. All cases are custom-fitted to the Amazon Kindle 3 dimensions. Each stylish case offers protection and accessibility, while maintaining a light look and feel. Pre-order now; shipping begins September 1, 2010.

Chicago based Intersog today announces Pocket MBA Managing for Competitive Advantage 1.0 for the iPad. Created to take advantage of the iPad's unique features, Pocket MBA Managing for Competitive Advantage is a full-featured, professional-level business course divided into 3 distinct sections: course, flashcards and tests. The full-text course book contains 25 chapters filled with the latest techniques and methods used by top performing managers.

First-rate apps are now available free of charge. Viaden Mobile launches a line of free fitness applications for iPhone and iPod touch. Easily organize your fitness routine. Yoga Free, Fitness Free and Pedometer Free offer top-quality functionality and a great variety of features for keeping fit. All products possess all the essential functions and ensure efficient arrangement and monitoring of fitness-related activities.

California based MindTapp today announced PhotoNest Free 2.1, its free iAd supported photo sharing tool for iPhone and iPod touch. PhotoNest eliminates having to click on a link to see what photo your friend has uploaded. It goes through your Twitter feed and looks for photos posted and then pulls them out and puts them into a scrollable stream of pictures very similar to your favorite Twitter client except built specifically for photography.

Distinguished professor emeritus David Sumner today announces Circular Tic Tac Toe 1.0, his new board game for iPad. Circular Tic Tac Toe is as easy to learn as the traditional game, but with considerable tactical and strategic complexity. Vastly more challenging and fun than tic tac toe, players place pieces on a circular board, trying to be the first to get four in a row. The computer can serve as the opponent at any of five levels - from easy to expert.

Colorado based Riptide Games today announces iLookGangsta 1.2 for iPhone 4, iPhone and iPod touch devices. iLookGangsta features 20 custom gangsta items that users can mix, match and arrange on their photos. Users with an iPhone can take a new photo directly from within the app, and all users can choose existing photos already in the camera roll or photo library on their device. iLookGangsta is optimized for the retina display and front camera, though it works on all iOS based devices.

RateWatch 1.9.5 is MF Software's free app for iPhone/iPod touch that gives you a quick view of the latest key interest rates and a daily calendar of the day's economic indicators. Keep track of Prime, LIBOR, and other rates - handy if you have a school loan or mortgage, or need the information for trading. The economic calendar gives you info on the day's unemployment rate, GDP, etc. RateWatch is advertising supported leveraging Apple's new iAd network.

app4mac today releases CheckUp 2.7, a major update to the innovative tool that allows you to check the health and monitor the behavior of a Mac computer. CheckUp is now able to detect the most common issues of a Mac and display details about how to fix them. CheckUp works with any Mac with a PowerPC G4, G5 or Intel Processor. With its use of the latest Mac OS X technologies, breakthrough ease-of-use and innovation, all Mac users will find CheckUp very useful and even fun.

California based app4mac today announces Projector 2.2, a major update to their project management solution for Mac OS X. Projector provides all the tools you need for professional project management. It is designed to keep track of tasks and calculate a project's cost. Projector delivers beautiful graphics that are sure to impress customers and colleagues. The iPad version is also updated.

Independent app developer emirBytes today announced iHueSplash Pro 1.3 for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. With iHueSplash Pro, users can change the hues of the selected colors of an object while converting the rest of the photo to black and white. Users can select 6 target colors at a time and able to adjust each one of the individually. You can also apply the changes and select more colors, giving it infinity amount of selectable target colors.

California based Redcort Software today announces Virtual TimeClock '10, their industry leading time and attendance software for Apple Macintosh and Microsoft Windows computers. Virtual TimeClock Pro brings payroll integration with leading payroll service providers, including SurePayroll, Paychex Online, Paychex Preview, PayChoice, AccountEdge, and CheckMark Payroll. It delivers valuable features to help employers better manage employee payroll costs.

UK based independent developer Chris Mayer today announced an updated range of complete Xcode projects for eBook authors. Specifically designed to help authors publish their books on iPhone and iPad devices, these projects are ready-made Apps, just waiting for pages loaded in. A New "Story Book" project is now available, allowing authors of Children's Books to publish their work as iPhone and iPad Apps without the need for any coding.

Art History students at Seton Hill University will be using Art Authority for iPad as an integral part of their classes, the app's creators and the University announced today. Art Authority for iPad is a key part of a pilot program aimed at understanding how the iPad and the app can aid, extend and transform the traditional learning environment. We-Envision is providing free copies of the app to art faculty and students as part of the pilot program.

PointRelease Software announces Unboxed 1.0, their quick response code reader for iPhone 3G, 3GS and 4. PointRelease Software created Unboxed to be an attractive, friendly and easy to use QR reader while not compromising on scanning speed. When you scan a code with Unboxed you can instantly act on that code by choosing to visit a URL, send an email, call a phone number or other actions depending on the code contents.

UK based Softpress Systems today announces Freeway 5.5, the full paid-for upgrade to its award-winning web-design family. With its visual design model and powerful new features, Freeway makes it easy to create beautiful sites, presentations and email newsletters without the need to write code. Alongside Freeway's extensive existing feature set, version 5.5 has a compelling range of new functionality as well as a host of new and improved templates.

The Pedlar Lady of Gushing Cross was named iPad "App of the Week" in Apple's U.S. and Canadian iTunes Stores last week. The Pedlar Lady of Gushing Cross describes the journey of a poor pedlar woman who, guided by the shifting line between the real and the unreal, discovers a surprising and wonderful treasure. With the announcement The Pedlar Lady rocketed to #1 in the U.S. and Canadian iTunes Stores' rankings for Top Paid and Top Grossing iPad Book Apps, a spot it held through the weekend.

Calgary based Macgamestore.com today announced the exclusive release of Hoyle Card Games 2011 on its web site. The game is immediately available as a digital download. HOYLE Card Games 2011 features all of your favorite team-style and solo card games from Old Maid and Canasta to Solitaire and Poker. Learn new games, refine your strategy and play the cards you're dealt, all in the company of the personable HOYLE characters.

The latest title in Apress's Made Simple series, "iPhone 4 Made Simple" is the go-to guide for the latest and greatest version of the iPhone. This comprehensive book includes over 1,000 screen visuals and clear-cut instructions that illustrate both basic and advanced features of the iPhone 4, from email and calendar tips to navigating the App Store and understanding Bluetooth and Wi-Fi networks. It helps readers take advantage of all the features, apps, and secret techniques available.