7 Amazing Apps To Help Plan Your Wedding - Apple Couple| WedPics and More!

Weddings ceremonies are steeped in tradition that dates back thousands of years. That said, even they aren't immune to modern technological influences. If you're planning to tie the knot, learn about seven cool apps that can help you plan your wedding.

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Just about as interactive and detailed as the best wedding consultant, this app allows guests to view and download an array of information and news about your wedding, including the engagement, ceremony, honeymoon and more. Upload pictures, event details maps and messages. You can also make travel arrangements, share virtual champagne toasts, e-meet the bridal party, create customized polls and much, much more.

Wedding Dress Look Book

Exclusive to iPhone, this app from The Knot allows brides to search and view hundreds of wedding dress photos. It also provides detailed listings of local salons that carry each one. Search by shape, style or price.

Weddings Song Planner: Professional

Save yourself from hours of research with this awesome app. Created by a professional wedding DJ, Weddings Song Planner: Professional provides 1,000 song suggestions you can preview on YouTube. Share songs with friends or add them to your personal list of favorites. There are all sorts of categories to choose from, including: garter toss, bouquet toss, mother/son, father/daughter, cake cutting, first dance, grand entrance, processional prelude and more.

Carmindy

Looking to save some money by skipping the professional makeup artist? The Carmindy app is a handy tool that can show you plenty of different ways to do your makeup.

WedPics

This cool, convenient app takes guest photo taking to a new level. Remember when grooms and brides deposited disposable cameras on tables and asked family and friends to snap a few candids? Thanks to the WedPics App, this is an antiquated notion. Now, guests can use their smartphones to take photos and instantly upload them to a couple's personalized album in the cloud. Not only does this app allow guests to quickly capture photos, it lets couples easily convert digital albums into actual prints. Profiled by the BBC, The New York Times and ABC news, WedPics has also gained attention from professionals who think it offers nice - if limited - benefits.

"Photo apps are good for weddings, because they give guests the chance to take and share lots of candid shots," said Arnaud Brichet, a Punta Cana wedding photographer who owns hdcphoto.com. "With that being said, they should be used as a supplemental part of a greater wedding photography plan. To capture the unique essence of your ceremony, you'll want an experienced, knowledgeable professional who has the knowhow and tools required to take flawless, professional photos.

Projects

Every busy bride and groom needs a way to stay organized. This handy app can help you keep your sanity, as you try to schedule fittings, meetings with vendors and personal DIY projects.

Tie Right

Great for groomsmen, this app clearly shows users how to tie the six most popular necktie knots: the Pratt knot, the half Windsor knot, the small knot, the Windsor knot, the four in hand knot and the bow-tie. Demonstrations are provided from two different views, so users can get a clear vision of each step.

RJ Lawrence is a lead writer for 6COM Media. 

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Taming the Wildest Rumors About the iWatch

With the most recent rumblings about Apple’s new iWatch, speculation seems to have reached a fever pitch. Between grandiose claims of heart monitors, mapping, traveling at the speed of light, solving the national debt and ‑ oh yeah ‑ keeping track of time, there really isn’t a whole lot of information about what’s fact and what’s fiction. There were reports quite a while ago which claimed that the iWatch was supposed to be released in 2013, but I wouldn't run to the mall or outlet store just yet. It seems we may have some waiting to do.

A watch made from an iPod Nano.

What’s the Holdup?

Originally, the iWatch’s release was projected for the end of 2013, but this is obviously not going to happen. At this point, several sources are saying that the official release has been moved to the end of 2014 (which could mean 2016, knowing Apple’s affinity for dilly-dally). 

What’s taking so long? It’s all a matter of experimental technology, between a “flexible kind of glass” and problems with the battery. I don’t really see what the problem is. The iPhone has problems with the battery, and they felt fine releasing that to the public.

What We Think We Know

So far, the iWatch is like an enigma, wrapped in a mystery, surrounded by a riddle. However, we are fairly certain that the curious new Apple product will be fully iPhone integrated, even cooperating with Siri in a big way. In addition, we also know that Apple is working with GT Advanced in developing a high-end, durable kind of cover, known as “sapphire glass.”

In addition, you can almost bet on the iWatch having an iconic and unusually extensive utilization of biometrics from heart monitors (somewhat confirmed by Nike) and fingerprint scanning (somewhat confirmed by Macrumors.com).

What We Still Think We Might Know – But Really Have no Idea

It was originally speculated that the iWatch was going to have a 1.5-inch display, but this seems to keep switching to 1.4. We also believe it will be Bluetooth-compatible, but we aren't sure just how comprehensive this compatibility will be. They say that you will have full iOS functionality, but in a watch? This seems doubtful for Apple’s first attempt at this.

The iWatch is also suspected to have maps and other basic apps, such as caller ID and alerts to help accompany and compliment iPhone pairing.

Perhaps one of the most groundbreaking aspects of the iWatch is its rumored “wireless charging” capability, which can juice-up its 100mAh battery at about a meter away. 

A Christmas That May Never Come

Sadly, with all such speculation flying to and fro, no one from Apple has yet completely confirmed or denied the existence or development of the iWatch. So, we may be getting ourselves all worked up over a complete and total rumor. 

However, whether or not we have an iWatch on the way, Apple may want to come up with something before Google and Samsung completely saturate the market. It appears as if the age of the smart-watch will begin with or without Apple’s involvement.

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How Should You Insure An IPhone?

When Steve Jobs established Apple, could he have known how much he would revolutionise the computer world? Suddenly, not only were computers functional, but also icons of design. The appeal of apple grew and grew, as it become synonymous with ease of use and the ultimate in cool. By the time the iPhone was unveiled in 2007, it shook the mobile phone industry with its unique combination of form and functionality. Today, the iPhone remains as iconic as the day it first came out, and despite companies such as Samsung briefly stealing Apple’s thunder with the Galaxy S4, iPhone sales are still growing. *

However, such is the appeal (not to mention the expense) of the iPhone, that these little babies are also the most likely to be stolen. Moreover, a recent survey revealed that most phones have a life of only around 15 months before being lost or broken. With the iPhone 5S currently retailing for around £550, then you need to make sure you’re not caught out.

Protecting your iPhone

 Mobile phone insurance policies vary enormously, from the excess fee charged, to what they will cover you for. So before researching insurers, be clear about what it is that you need.

• Are you prone to losing or breaking your phone?
• Have you had your iPhone for long? Some insurance policies will only cover new phones.
• Are you over 18?
• Do you have over 4 months to go on your contract? If not, you would be better off waiting until you upgrade.

Your answers should help you identify what type of policy you need. For example, if you’re prone to breaking phones, then you’ll want an iPhone policy that replaces or fixes your phone with the minimum of fuss or expense.

To decide if your iPhone policy is suitable for your purposes, always ask the following:

• What is the excess fee? (The amount you will have to pay yourself towards a replacement or repair)
• Does the insurer replace the phone with the same model as the one you have?
• Do they offer you cash pay out’s to buy a new phone yourself?
• What is the overall cost of the iPhone insurance?
• Does the policy cover you for loss and theft, or just damage?

Check Existing Insurance

Before buying new insurance, check that your iPhone is not already covered by your home contents insurance or Bank Account Package Deal.

Find a Suitable Insurer

An online search for iPhone insurance will bring up suitable companies, but always refer back to your checklist to make sure the policy is right for you.

Insuring your Phone through Apple

It is possible to insure iPhones in the UK through Apple Care +. This provides for the repair or replacement of your iPhone for up to two incidents of accidental damage. However, it does not cover you for loss or theft, and it must be taken out within 30 days of purchasing the phone.

About the Author:

Wendy Lin is a successful female entrepreneur who treasures time with her family. When she's not painting, she can be found travelling with her growing family. 

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Forget the NSA: your technology gadgets are spying on you

The government has full rights to monitor your activities but did you know that it is not the only authority that’s keeping a spy on you? Advertisers and scammers are one good example. They use your information to earn money. From a smartphone to a game console, every gadget you are using is vulnerable to your personal information, may be the ones you are currently using too. Here are 6 of those daily-life gadgets that are rated the “most-vulnerable”:

#1: Smartphones

Smartphones are smart. And they are smart enough to track your information. GPS, NFC, Accelerometers, Internet Browsing and Wi-Fi antennas can give easy access to your information, while a spyware for iPhonecan do the trick too as it is especially meant for that purpose. According to a research, smartphones are now more vulnerable to “Remote Access Trojans” which were only found on computers. This malware can be used to steal your passwords and other sensitive data.

Moreover, smartphones are now vulnerable to other types of hacks and roots as well. As per recent studies, roots can now be used to activate a smartphone’s microphone to record your conversations behind the scene. And since you are on-the-move with your smartphone, GPStracking could also cause danger.

#2: Tablets

Just like smartphones, your tablet could also keep secretly spy you as they are configured in the same way your smartphones are. And just like any keylogger app, the TouchLogger app can detect each of your touch impressions which may then be used by scammers against you.

#3: Smart TVs

Smart TVs are also smart. They can be used by hackers to track sensitive data too. Hackers and scammers can easily get access to your history files and remote files, while they can also transfer malware through USBs connected to your Smart TV.

#4:Cable Boxes

If your TV is not connected to the web, it might still be prone to hackers’ attack. Although it might be a far-lesser possibility, but it is still vulnerable. For example, a TV set top box with motion and audio sensors can track users every movement impression to customize their experience. The same functionality could be used for other purposes too.

#5: Gaming Consoles

Microsoft’s KinectXbox One -the upcoming iteration of the original Xbox introduced in 2010- is supposed to have cyborg-like functionalities which may cause harm to user privacy. So you see gaming consoles are also capable of spying you.

#6: Smart Meters

Apart from the gadgets mentioned above, smart meters which often come integrated with touchscreenrefrigerators, and while wireless electric meters are one good example of spying devices. A person who is capable of hacking a smart-meter can get through your secret information to use it for the intended purpose which may cause harm to you.

You are surrounded by these gadgets so as you are surrounded by spies in your life. You can’t really quit using these daily-life gadgets but precaution is always better than cure.

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Must Have Apps for Android Users | WhatsApp and More!

If you are one of the new Android users who still didn't have enough time to properly explore all the different applications in the sea of various apps available nowadays, this text is the thing you've been looking for. It will give you a rough direction which to move in when it comes to the apps you should have on your Android.

This article does not only tackles the new Android users but also the more experienced ones who did not really have enough time to roam around the Google Play store and see if there is something interesting for them.

There are literally millions of applications nowadays. You can't get to see and try out all of them in a lifetime – however there are few that became sort of 'standard' in their branch and are certainly worth of having on your Android.

E-books: Aldiko Book Reader

E-books skyrocketed with the popularity after the first Smartphone and tablets hit the market. If you are one of those who like to have all the favourite readings at one place – Aldiko Book Reader is the application you might want to have.

This application supports the EPUB, PDF and Adobe DRM encrypted e-books as well as the option to purchase the new literature from the integrated e-shop. Aldiko allows you to adjust the size and type of the font, margins, background, line spacing options and the intensity of the background light.

Business: Kingsoft Office

If you could use a completely free Office for your mobile device then the Kingsoft Office application is the way to go. It enables you to view and edit the 23 types of different files including DOC, DOCX, TXT, XLSX, XLS, PPT, PPTX and PDF.

It has integrated file manager and it supports the cloud services like Dropbox, Google Drive, Box.net etc. This is fairly powerful and completely free Office package that will meet the most of your business-related needs.

Communication: WhatsApp

WhatsApp is worldwide popular messenger not only for Android but for the other platforms as well. It makes for a great solution to remain in contact with your friends. Besides the text, you can send and receive photographs, video, video messages, share your location or send the information about the contacts found within your name book.

WhatsApp is the application that ‘ties’ to the mobile phone number thus it is easy to figure out who uses it on their Smartphone. This is definitely a must-have when it comes to chatting and staying in contact.

Movies: MX Player

This is one of the advanced solutions when it comes to watching movies and series on your Android-supporting device. MX Player supports the hardware acceleration while smoothly interpreting your video even on weaker devices.

It has pinch-to-zoom feature, translation scroll and it sports organized and neatly-implemented user interface. MX Player supports wide range of formats, video materials and subtitles what makes it one of the most popular apps.

The above listed applications are far from final of the must-have applications but they do cover certain areas. Some of the other popular areas like music, widgets and weather prognosis have whole lists of simple but efficient applications.

To find out more you’ll have to dig out through the store but it won’t be hard to recognize the ones worth of attention. Choose your apps carefully and keep the ones you use – get rid of the ones you don’t need. Enjoy your device and get on hold of wonderful possibilities technology offers us nowadays!

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Doctor On Demand Medical App: Healthcare Over the Internet

Sick or feeling ill and feeling like you need to take a trip to the doctor's office? There's no need to leave the house, just use the online Doctor on Demand app and receive medical advice from a licensed physican right over the Internet!

Chat & Talk to a Doctor Online with the Dr on Demand App

Remember the old days when you actually had to get in the car and leave your house and go to a hospital or clinic when you felt sick and like you needed medical attention? Well, thanks to the new "Doctor on Demand" app premiered recently on the NBC daytime talk show series Dr. Phil, you can get medical advice from a real doctor right from your internet-enabled mobile device (iPhone, iPad or Android) in the comfort of your own home. Sure beats sitting in a drafty waiting room for an hour sneezing and coughing, right?

Online Diagnosis: Ask a Real Doctor a Health Question, but It's not Free...

The new Doctor on Demand app is a commercial application that was recently advertised on the NBC talk show Dr. Phil. The mobile application is basically a video chat service that connects licensed U.S. physicians with patients for a video consultation via iPhone, Android or tablet. The service costs $40, which is actually quite reasonable when you consider that that amount is only slightly higher than most peoples' health insurance co-pays for a doctor visit and even lower in some cases. The Doctor on Demand medical app is available for download on iTunes.

Overseen by cofounder Dr. Pat Basu, M.D, a White House fellow and former Stanford physician, the San Francisco based technology company launched at the end of 2013 and already includes over 1,000 physicians in its national network. Basu calls the medical app "a solution... for the cost, access and capacity issues that currently plague our health care system." I agree with him in that the Doctor on Demand medical video app marks a new chapter in healthcare technology. Will medical video apps and online doctor consultations like these catch on and grow in popularity? Would you ever use a mobile app like Doctor on Demand instead of going to see a doctor in person?

Sponsored by Calera Internet Service. Calera provides high speed internet solutions to rural areas across the United States.

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