iPhone App Review Sites: How to Increase Your Chances of Getting Reviewed

As an iPhone app developer, you have a right to be excited about the huge potential market for your applications. With all the iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad users in the world today, it is inspiring to think of how the best ideas in developing apps can make a splash all over the world.

Remember that your potential audience is composed of over 100 million users around the globe. What if you were able to develop an amazing iPhone app? Can you imagine the rampaging revenues flooding into your bank account?

Now the big question is, how will you be able to do it? This has become a puzzle to a lot of iPhone app developers, and only some are able to solve it. Those developers have successfully invented a real money machine that provides them a stream of income on autopilot.

One of the best techniques there is to have your iPhone app noticed by new customers is to appear on app review sites. These are websites that write articles about the latest apps, and offer their opinions on the best apps to buy. Users rely on many of these sites to help them find the apps that are worth their money, so having your app featured here is an excellent way to increase your visibility and boost sales.

Below are very important tips you can consider in order to boost your iPhone app's chances of being written about on app review sites.
Make initial contact- While you are still in the process of finalizing your app, you should start getting a list of these iPhone app review sites and start having contact with them by sending emails or reaching out through their websites. First, you need to identify yourself as an iPhone app developer and explain you are currently developing an amazing iPhone app. Tell them that you need their help during the launching of your application at a later date. In this way, you will start to gain a good contact. You can also tell them what your app is all about and why iPhone users should have this application. You have to update them of the development so that they become so eager to wait for the launching of your iPhone app, up to the point of them starting to promote your creation.
Send them a well-crafted press release- When your application is ready for the launch date, try to prepare a well-crafted press release explaining how your iPhone app works. This will give them more ideas if they decide to review your app. The press release would also tell them the full description and functionality of your app, as well as explain in detail the benefits that users will enjoy from having this app. The app press release would also tell these app review sites the exact date and launch of your product so that they will have a complete picture of your application.
Send them a video of your app- This is the icing on the cake that you need to stand out. App review sites receive a large number of submissions every day, and cannot possibly write about all of them. By creating a short video of your app in action, you can quickly explain through motion and sound what makes your app unique. While it is optional, including a video when you ask for websites to review your app can help increase your chances of getting noticed by their editors.

Using these tips, you can be more confident that you have made your best case to the editors of review websites that they should write about your creation. By being featured on these popular websites, you might be surprised at how many new customers you can reach.

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Article Submitted On: March 29, 2011

Seidio's Innocase 360 Surface Case for Tour 9630 Review

Seidio's Innocase Surface 360 for the BlackBerry Tour 9630 sports all the great features of the original Innocase plus a built-in display and keypad protector. The competently named 360 offers all-around protection for your Tour while the signature soft-touch, outer texture improves ergonomics and grip.

The Innocase 360's built-in screen protector eliminates installation issues that can arise from a separate screen film. A keyboard protector is included as well which adds a "rubbery" feeling to your keys and actually makes typing easier on the Tour 9630. One caveat of the keyboard protector is that the backlight is not as bright (but it is still illuminated) through the case.

The Innocase Surface 360 takes the two-piece, interlocking design from the original Innocase, with front and back sections (compared to the Innocase II that has a top to bottom, slide-out design). Although some users like the slide-out design for it's somewhat tighter fit, the 360's front/back design is easier to install and remove. The 360 manages to stay put over the Tour and includes a felt inner lining that cushions the device within the case to prevent damage caused by shifting.

What makes the 360 stand out is it's extremely low profile for a case that offers so much protection. The case measures less than 1mm thick and, even with the added screen and keyboard protection, still remains very light. The "Surface" material on the exterior provides a smooth and sleek feeling to the Tour and feels great in your hands. This innovative coating also allows for easy removal from pockets even though it has a "rubbery" texture.

As far as usability, the Innocase 360 allows full access to all buttons and ports via recessed cutouts in the case body. A recessed design of the cutouts help to prevent accidental button pushes when handling your Tour and also lets your fingers find the control your looking for more easily. The keyboard protector is fashioned to look exactly like your Tour's keyboard and is laser-etched for preciseness when typing. There is also a roomy cutout for the trackball with an indentation above to ensure smooth navigation on your Tour. The Tour's speaker and camera are fully functional with no interference from the case.

The Innocase 360 is ideal for users looking for complete protection for their Tour 9630 while still maintaining a very low profile. There are cases out there that will offer better drop protection, but the 360 is meant to bridge the gap between protection and bulk. The Innocase 360 accomplishes this goal nicely with a sleek design combined with hard-shell coverage for your Tour. The Innocase 360 for the BlackBerry Tour 9630 is available in several colors to suit your taste.

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Incipio DermaSHOT Case for the Storm 2 Review

The Incipio dermSHOT Silicone Case for the BlackBerry Storm 2 (9520/9550) is a simple, skin-like protective case made of high-density, tear-resistant silicone. I'm not a big fan of silicone cases being that they tend to provide relatively limited drop protection. I am a clumsy person and therefore require a case that can protect from serious abuse. The dermaSHOT was designed for users who want simple, low-profile protection from minor drops and scratches without installation hassles and bulk that heavy-duty cases incur.

My first impressions of the case when removing it from the original packaging were that of any other silicone-style case: not so impressive. However, after I handled the case for a few minutes, I began to realize just how great it felt in my hands with the anti-static coating as well as the obvious durability of the material. The included viewing stand was also a welcome feature as I do a lot of reading on my Storm 2.

Many silicone-style cases are simply just thicker versions of their thin, skin cover relatives; providing scratch protection and improved grip. Don't get me wrong, skin cases have their place. It's all a matter of user preference. Heavy-duty cases bring added bulk and complicated installation routines that many users don't want. Incipio created the dermaSHOT for Storm 2 users that fit that profile.

The dermaSHOT is probably not the best case if you are looking for protection from serious abuse. It is, however, quite capable of keeping your Storm 2 cushioned from minor drops and safe from scratches. The case is thin, flexible, and very light. As stated before, the coating on the exterior of the dermaSHOT provides a great feel and slips in and out of pockets with ease.

Installation of the dermaSHOT is a trivial matter. Simply slip it over the Storm 2. The case stays put but could be a little tighter-fitting. The sides of the case are a bit loose and tend to move around while handling the Storm 2, exposing the sides of the device. All port openings lined up perfectly, including the camera features. The buttons on the Storm 2 are pressed through the case and remain protected.

The touchscreen is fully-functional and otherwise unobstructed. I did notice (again) that the somewhat flimsy sides of the case were easily pushed out when sliding my thumb across the touchscreen. Not a big deal, but somewhat annoying.

Drop protection from minimal heights is sufficient with the dermaSHOT and the anti-static coating, although smooth to the touch, does provide extra grip. Incipio has also included screen protection with the dermaSHOT. The screen film installed easily and fit just right over the touchscreen. A micro-fiber cloth is also included for clean installation of the screen film.

The silicone material of the dermaSHOT is very durable. I actually tried to tear it without success implying that the dermaSHOT will last for a while. The video stand comes as a separate piece meaning you have to lug it around with you. However, it is very useful, especially on the nightstand.

In summary, the dermaSHOT touts a very innovative design considering it is a simple, silicone case style. The durability and extremely comfortable finish make this case stand out from other silicone cases and the handy stand is a convenient addition. The dermaSHOT is compatible with the BlackBerry Storm 9520 and 9550 models and comes in several color to suit your style including Red, Blue, Purple, Magenta, and Black.

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Review of the Innocase Active Case for Bold 9650

The Innocase Active case for the BlackBerry Bold 9650 is now available; so I decided to take one for a a test run. The Innocase Active is a hybrid-style case that is designed for Bold 9650 users who find themselves on the move and may not have the opportunity to swap out cases regularly to suit their current conditions. By this I mean that the Active was designed to be an "jack of all trades" protective case that merges soft and hard-shell features and will provide the usability, functionality, and, of course, protective features that you need in most situations. I went with the Black version because I like to keep an unnoticeable style but the Active is also available in Burgundy, Blue, and Purple for a more flashy look.

The first thing I take note of in any premium line case such as the Innocase Active is how it looks coming out of the original packaging. I'm not referring to the physical characteristics of the case in and of itself, and I don't really care what the packaging itself looks like. I'm looking at just how complex the manufacturer has made it to figure out how to put the case on without consulting step-by-step installation instructions or doing an in-depth Google search. If I can't figure out how to install the case in the first few seconds of observing the case, then they've made it too complicated and will get bad marks immediately.

Luckily, Seidio has made the Innocase Active very easy to figure out. The case merely comes in two pieces without any fancy or needless dunnage in the package. I pulled out the silicone piece out of the case, slipped it on my Bold 9650, and then placed the hard, outer layer over top. Finished!

After installing, which took a matter of a few seconds, I glanced over over my 9650's ports, LED, camera, and speaker features to make sure that the Active lined up properly. All good. A perfect fit. One thing I did observe is that Seidio has left an opening on the back of the Innocase Active at the charging contacts on the back of my 9650 even though Seidio claims that the case is not compatible with their line of desktop charging cradles. The thickness of the case (around 2mm) would probably rule out compatibility with any other desktop charging pods as well. So why leave an opening in the case that is sure to collect lint and dust?

Anyway, the side and top buttons of the Bold 9650 are protected by the silicone layer which is exposed and are accessible by pushing through the silicone. This is not a new concept as many hybrid cases incorporate the same method but the silicone on the Active seems to be the perfect thickness because it takes very little effort to make contact with the buttons when pushing through. The same goes for the side buttons and Seidio has designed the tabs so that they don't stick out too much, helping to prevent accidental button pushes.

Likewise, the fit and exterior finish of the Innocase Active is quite impressive. Like all Seidio cases, the Active features the "soft touch" exterior finish that feels great in my hands and improves grip. It is interesting to note that even though the case is "grippy", it still glides in and out of my back pocket easily (likewise for purses I'm sure). The hard-shell/silicone combination provides a very snug fit around my Bold 9650 so I'm not worried about damage occurring under the case caused by shifting. My Bold 9650 lays better on my fingers as well which has made typing a bit easier.

As I mentioned above, the total thickness of the Active case after installing both pieces is about 2 mm. This makes for a very thin design and my Bold 9650 still has that "protected" feeling with the secure design of the Active. The bottom and top corners of the Active (the sections most likely to take the grunt of drops) are reinforced for greater protection. I was a little disappointed that the Innocase Active didn't include screen protection. If there is one thing I detest, it is a scratchy, lackluster looking display, so screen protection is an absolute must. Innocase Active users will have to get their screen protector separately though.

In summary, the Seidio Innocase Active for Bold 9650 is a very functional, comfortable, and sturdy case design and I think users will be very content while using it. I would also like to note that the Innocase Active for Bold 9650 fits the BlackBerry Tour 9630 as well since the Tour features the same dimensions and feature location as the 9650.

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Review of the Incipio Feather Case for BlackBerry Storm 2

The Incipio Feather case for the BlackBerry Storm 9520/9550 is a simple, snap-on design with an ultra-light, yet sturdy material that adds very little weight and thickness to your device. The Feather is perfect for Storm 2 users who want to to cover their device with a protective case that is inconspicous and light and lightweight. The Feather stands out with the addition of a handy stand for viewing your Storm 2 horizontally (great for nightstands).

The Feather's outer texture is soft to the touch and has a smooth surface that makes pulling your Storm 2 from pockets easy. The strong, polymer shell is less than 1mm thick according to Incipio's spec sheet, translating to a very low profile. Other than the enhanced feel and colorful paint job (I liked the red Feather which contrasted perfectly against the Black finish of my Storm 2), I could barely tell that the Feather was there. Incipio has truly achieved a super-light/low-profile design with the Feather.

As far as installation of the Feather, it is a relatively straight-forward process. Simply snap the case on over your Storm 2. All of the Storm 9520/9550 buttons, ports, and camera are fully accessible via precisely located cutouts in the Feather's body. The cutouts are recessed, which helps your fingers locate the controls easier and prevents accidental button pushes when handling your Storm 2. The touch screen and lower function keys on the front of the Storm 2 remain fully accessible and are completely unobstructed when the Feather is installed.

The appearance of the Feather, depending on the color you choose, can range from a casual Black to vibrant Red. Blue and Magenta colors are available as well. The finish, as I mentioned earlier, is smooth and comfortable to the touch. Screen protection is included with the Feather in the form of two, clear films that are self-adhesive. This extra bonus is especially important with the big, and somewhat exposed display that the Storm 2 has. The included stand comes as a separate piece (not attached to the case) and your Storm 2 simply rests in it for horizontal viewing. I find this very functional for use on the nightstand, when I use my Storm 9550 as an alarm clock.

In summary, the Feather is a very simple and functional design that looks good, feels good, and adds very little bulk to the Storm 2. There are cases out there that will provide more thorough protection, but if your looking for a case that will provide cushion for minor drops and bumps without adding much bulk to your Storm 2 and a complicated installation/removal routine, the Feather is the case for you.

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