Reviews

AIMP

AIMP is a free music player with several basic and advanced features. Courtesy of the AIMP Development Team, it supports 32 bit digital audio; in fact you can play over 20 popular audio formats. The player can also convert different types. Among those supported are mp1, mp3, wma, flac, ogg, ac3, cda, wav, xm and many others.

Shy Guys vs Nurses

A downtempo, electro compilation filled with great bass lines and jazzy tones; this self-titled record from Shy Guys vs. Nurses makes for an intriguing listen. Recorded back in the 90s along with most of the releases from the group, the tracks are over a decade old. To date, it seems the band has only played one show at "The Factory in Bellingham, Washington on September 15, 2000." Even though they might not be around anymore, they did left a good footprint behind in the form of this classic, easy listening album.

Haoma

Harmony. Pain. Love. Cycle of Life. Haoma reaffirms ESMA artisans' gift for imaginative and highly creative filmmaking. Originally a 2008 ESMA (Ecole Supérieure des Métiers Artistiques) graduation project, this short film was directed by students Matthieu Deltour, Melissa Lafon, Elodie Legros and Yann Moalic. The music was composed by Martin Romberg and performed by the Orchestre National de Montpellier.

Friends With The Help: Confidence

Friends with the Help is a trio made up of Low Lux, Young Nige, and DJ K-Rec. Hailing from Toronto, Confidence is the group's second release. Their first release was a mixtape with 17 tracks. Ever since, they've honed their sound to create not only great beats or spinning awesome samples but to also include authentic lyrics as they share their stories. Confidence is equipped with 13 tracks where the boys showcase more tricks up their sleeves. Their expert use of samples and vivid storytelling makes for an entertaining listen.

Cobook

Cobook is an app that enhances your Mac Address Book. Basically what it does is make the information more accessible. With Cobook, the information is linked to Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter. It is a totally enhanced, more powerful version of the Mac Address Book. You get more images and details as well.

Y.Lam: Your Love & Music

Y.Lam will definitely capture hearts in his latest musical effort, Your Love & Music. Released last December 14, 2010, this album features ten tracks that plays on the territories of pop and r&b.

AE 3D Motor

AE 3D Motor is one of the coolest racing games for Windows Phone 7. Published by AE Mobile, it is one of those games that make good use of the accelerometer. It’s for casual play, but there is plenty here to keep you coming back for more. Players are on a motorcycle, racing past sidewalks, cars, trucks and other vehicles, all the while trying not to crash. Points are awarded when you zip past some vehicles. Bonus points are also available. You control the rider by tilting your phone.

Blanket Truth: Urban Wildlife

As the name suggests, Blanket Truth's second full-lenght and final album Urban Wildlife is a jungle of lo-fi indie pop. Hailing from Seattle, the band is the brainchild of Jon Manning and Eli Damm. In this 11-track collection, the duo collaborated with several guest vocals and musicians using a variety of instruments such as ukelele, banjo, xylophone, and singing saw, to name a few. With Watercolor Paintings, Pangea, James Rabbit, and Shelby Sifers as musical influences, this album will surely give you a rich slice of folk heaven.

Zillow Real Estate Mobile App

The Zillow Real Estate mobile app has all the features anyone who wants to buy, sell, or rent a home in the US could want. Created by Zillow, it comes with a mortgage calculator, housing rental costs and values. It relies on GPS technology, so you will be able to use it as you drive around looking for property. It obtains real estate information from your location. To use, just tap Current Location and a map will pop up. Values will be shown, while color-coded arrows signify whether a property is for sale, been sold or available for rent. Zillow moves along with your travel so the data is relevant to your position. You can also type specific locations (city, neighborhood or a particular address).