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"Kikin has made a iPad browser that turns traditional search on its head. An iPhone version is due out later this month. But it doesn't want to be a search engine. And it doesn't want to be a browser. The company's goal is to propagate the search technology it's been developing since 2008. The technology looks at a user's behavior and analyzes other words on the page to understand what search results are relevant. (See a more nerdy version of this explanation here). "

review The Assistive Technology Blog: "There's an App for that!" Not AAC It features a picture schedule which can be customized using photos from the iTouch photo library or using photos contained in the small iPrompts library. The second feature is a 2 picture choice board which can also be customized with pictures from the iTouch photo library or the iPrompts library. By turning the iTouch to landscape mode, when the student touches his choice the other choice is shaded. Finally, the last feature is a visual timer. A picture can be included along with the timer that gives the student a visual cue as to how much time is left in a particular activity. READ MORE...

iSink U is based on the classic naval strategy game and is sure to rekindle many fond childhood memories of this classic gaming style. In the game, the player becomes the captain and must command a squadron of powerful ships to obliterate the enemy. Once each captain has had the chance to strategically position his armada, the battle begins! Players take turns and decide whether to move a ship, fire a weapon, or unleash a series of bombs.

Ever wondered about Apple making a splash into the video game world and how it might turn out? This article features commentary on a big video game company's CEO making a prediction that Apple will make that jump. Read and chime in.

Whether you're tracking down the perfect birthday gift or a favorite font, these third-party apps and tips will help you turn your iPhone's camera into a personal assistant.

"Those looking to invest in an expensive teleprompter may not have to. The iPad has tons of apps available that will turn it into a teleprompter."

"Tuesday, December 13, 2011 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM EST" Many educators have found themselves increasingly tasked with providing detailed observations and assessments of student behavior and work. As requirements for formative classroom assessment through teacher observation increase, educators are turning to their iPads and iPod Touches to document observations of students and their work. Join us in this webinar to learn about three free, easy-to-use apps you can download and start working with tomorrow!