Questions tagged [software-recommendation]
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What is the best media player for the mac (besides .mov - e.g., .mp3, .wmv, .avi, .mpg, etc)
I've recently switched from PC to Mac, so I'm slowly building a library of useful utilities. So, any recommendations for the best generic media player?
On the PC - I've found the VLC player to be ...
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Which OS X Applications do you find indispensable?
Please Search Prior To Posting!
There are many applications already listed. In all likelihood, this includes the one you are thinking of. Please check the existing answers to avoid duplicates, and ...
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Faster alternative to ShakesPeer?
I've used ShakesPeer for it's clean and Mac-like interface. But the downloads are really slow. Is there a faster alternative to ShakesPeer?
Preferably having at least the same features as ShakesPeer ...
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Is there a configurable "word-of-the-day"-screensaver/ -widget
I am looking for a "word-of-the-day" screensaver or dashboard widget where I can configure (e.g. in a text file) that "words" to be displayed?
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Is biteSMS or iRealSMS a better all-around iPhone SMS replacement app?
Which one is better in terms of features, ease-of-use, and performance?
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Applications for finding iPhone 4 locally?
Like many people, I'm having trouble finding an iPhone 4 for purchase in my area. Right now, I'm using an advanced Twitter search to monitor tweets in my area, looking for people celebrating the ...
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Is it possible to stream an RTSP feed to an iPhone?
A co-worker of mine wants to stream an RTSP streaming video feed to his iphone so he can tap into his child's daycare center here and there. Any ideas on how to do this?
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Can any apps print from the iPhone?
Can any apps print from the iPhone? Preferably via WiFi...and to an Epson PX710 all-in-one in my case.
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Where can I find free WMA Conversion Software?
I have a huge collection of WMA files (from my Zune days). And of course, my iPhones can't do anything with them. Does anyone know of TRULY free (preferably open-source) WMA conversion software? Is ...
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Is there an app to read the Palm Doc format (PDB) on iOS?
Any recommendations from actual users ?
The files are non-DRM pdb books that I have on old Toshiba e830 PocketPC.
I am specially interested in software that can handles non English encoding well (...
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BBM-like iPhone app?
I keep hearing all this hoopla about BBM (Blackberry Messenger) and I want in on the fun. Is there anything similar to BBM out there for the iPhone? I heard WhatsApp was something like it, but just ...
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What Are The Best iPhone apps to keep a toddler amused in an 'emergency'?
Preferably free - kids shows / films from iTunes are an obvious one.
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Is there an iPhone podcatcher? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
What apps are available for subscribing to podcasts directly on the iPhone
I was glad to see that you can download podcasts directly from the iTunes app on the iPhone, rather ...
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Is there an iPhone App for reading PDF files?
After having used Eucalyptus and Stanza apps on my iPhone, I really can't read printed books while traveling any more.
What similar app can I use to transfer, store and read my own pdf files on my ...
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