Pixie is one of the most accurate Bluetooth trackers available on the market. These tiny Bluetooth transmitters triangulate the location of your tracked objects using a mixture of audio and augmented reality to help you find items in 3D space.
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YouTube for iOS gains support for live streaming via Apple’s ReplayKit
Google today updated its mobile YouTube app for iPhone and iPad with support for live streaming via ReplayKit, Apple's framework introduced in iOS 9 and tvOS 10 that lets you record or stream video from supported apps and games and audio from the microphone.
Pixelmator Pro with advanced machine learning features is coming this fall
Popular Photoshop alternative Pixelmator is getting a brand new edition of the software this fall with even more pro-level features, such as a sophisticated painting engine, non-destructive editing, a revamped single-window interface and other powerful capabilities based on GPU acceleration and machine learning using Apple’s new Core ML API.
Weather Atlas, Stream Time, Bloom, and other apps to check out this weekend
This week's edition of our Apps of the Week roundup features a new weather app, a TV guide for live streaming, and a sharp-looking new coloring book. And as always, we've selected two interesting new games for you to check out.
Weather AtlasLooking for a new weather app? Check out Weather Atlas. This beautiful app offers a window into current and future weather conditions, with a great mix of sharp design and powerful features. It has both hourly and 10-day forecasts, weather map with radar and clouds, Notification Center widget, and more. Unfortunately some of the app's best features—themes, custom icon, no ads etc.—are hidden behind a monthly subscription, but at least you can use most of the basic features before committing to pay. Weather Atlas is available for free (with some IAPs).
Stream TimeStream Time is the ultimate scheduling and discovery app for live streaming—no more missed streams or tiresome browsing for something interesting to watch. Build your schedule feed by following friends and favorite broadcasters. Set reminders for must-see broadcasts. Discover new broadcasters and see who is scheduled to go live soon. Twitch, YouTube and all other major live stream platforms are supported, and there are even tools for broadcasters to help keep their fans in the know. I know you're envisioning a lot of social media kids here, but a lot of professional athletes and popular comics/personalities live stream regularly, so it's worth checking out. Stream Time is available for free.
BloomAdd color to your life, engage your creativity and relax by making beautiful art with Bloom. This coloring book app gives you access to over 500 exclusive designs from award-winning artists around the world, hundreds of colors, and the tools you need to create the effects you want and make each design a unique piece of art. I know there are several apps like this out there already, but this one looks promising and worth checking out if you don't have a favorite already. There are a few in-app purchases, to unlock new images and other content, but you can start coloring for free. Bloom is available for free (with some IAPs).
Battle Golf OnlineThe first rule of Battle Golf is that you don't talk about Battle Golf. I guess that would mean that I'm breaking the first rule, but hey what can I say? I'm a renegade. Anyway Battle Golf Online is an arcade golf game that you can play either by yourself, against the AI, or against a friend in real time. The graphics are pretty basic and the controls are straightforward (one tap), but there are cool hats and masks to unlock and daily challenges to complete. Battle Golf Online is available for free (with some IAPs).
Noblemen: 1896Looking for something way different? Checkout Noblemen: 1896. The year is 1896, and war has begun... To your right, militia are cut down by saber wielding cavalry. In the distance, cannon fire echoes as a lumbering Steam Tank fires its auto cannons. Your gatling gun team unleashes a salvo of fire, cutting down an enemy squad like wheat. Behind you, the drone of your frigate class airship reassures you before unleashing its salvo of supporting fire. ou are a Nobleman, and it's up to you to lead your armies to victory! Noblemen: 1896 is available for free (with some IAPs).
More apps to check out Instagram Stories come to the web Apple’s free app of the week: 8mm Vintage Camera Microsoft releases Mixer Create app for broadcasting mobile games on the go Facebook is rolling out its new video hub to everyone in the US over the next few days Video: YouTube’s overhauled look and new features coming to iOS app The best voice recording apps for Apple WatchFinding your misplaced devices with ARKit
Apple's augmented reality framework has emerged as one of the biggest new features of iOS 11. Here's another awesome use case for ARKit: a Find My iPhone-style app for finding your lost or misplaced devices in augmented reality.
Instagram Stories come to the web
Instagram announced on Thursday that it is bringing Instagram Stories to the web. The feature, which is slowly rolling out to users around the globe, will let anyone view their friends' stories on both mobile and desktop. Additionally, the company noted that users will also be able to post stories from the mobile web in the coming months.
Google’s mainland app now lets you see trending searches & get instant answers
Google on Thursday refreshed its mainland mobile app for iPhone and iPad on App Store with some improvements to the search suggestion experience to help “keep you in the know and find what you’re looking for” even faster than before.
Microsoft releases Mixer Create app for broadcasting mobile games on the go
Microsoft on Thursday said that Mixer Create for iOS has exited beta and is now available to download from App Store. The app that lets you chat and stream live gameplay of iPhone and iPad games on the go, similar to how Mixer can stream games on PC and Xbox One.
How to change YouTube video playback speed (0.25x to 4x)
Learn how to change the playback speed of YouTube videos so you can speed up (up to 4.00x) or slow down (up to 0.25x) the clip to a pace that’s suitable for you. The steps here apply to iPhone, iPad, Android phone, and computer browsers.
Video: hands-on with Apple ARKit demo app
To help developers prepare for the arrival of iOS 11 and ARKit, Apple has made a demo application available to download and check out. If you have the prerequisites, it is actually very easy to get up and going with ARKit to try it out for yourself.
Instagram’s carousel albums now support both portrait and landscape photos & videos
Instagram today announced that its swipeable carousel album format, which was introduced in February, now supports both portrait and landscape photographs and videos in galleries.
Google Maps now makes it easier than ever to find a place to park
Google said today that its Maps app for iPhone and iPad now makes it easier to find a place to park by showing you parking garages and lots in 25 cities throughout the United States.