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iPad Apps to Help Organize Your Finances

Posted by lesliesaxman on April 3, 2013
Posted in: Apps, iPad, iPad Accessories. Tagged: , , , . 1 comment

Tax day is less than two weeks away, and if you’re like the rest of the world, you’re realizing that you’re not as financially organized as you thought you were. Well, let us help you make the 2014 tax season a little easier. Download these apps, and maybe you’ll actually look forward to hearing from Mr. Tax Man next year!

SplashMoney

SplashMoney is helpful because of all the accounts it works with. It even works with multiple currencies, if you’re a frequent world traveler. It’s designed to help you with your personal finances on the go, and because it works well on iPads, iPhones, and desktop computers, you’ll be able to check in frequently.

Pageonce

Pageonce is like a “universal remote for your finances” because it allows you to pay your bills, see all your account balances, and track your payments all in one place. It even allows you to be smarter with your money by tracking frequent flyer miles, rewards, mobile minutes, and text & data usage!

TurboTax TaxCaster

TaxCaster gives you step-by-step directions on how to file your taxes, when the time comes. Just snap a photo of your W-2 and the app will enter the info for you! You can then e-file your tax return to get your refund (fingers crossed) faster.

Mint

Mint helps you keep track of your finances all year by working with you to provide a budget. I will then warn you if you’re getting close to exceeding your suggested spending limit on a certain items. You can hook it up to your checking accounts, savings accounts, credit cards, and investments so you see the big picture.

Since you’re going to be using your iPad so often to keep an eye on your finances, you better protect it iPad with the RokShield v3 iPad Mini case. The case includes a kickstand, you’ll be able to use it in bed, on a desk, on a coffee table…anywhere!

On a scale of 1 to 10 (1 being confident, 10 being terrified), how afraid of tax season are you this year?

Best iPad Art & Apps

Posted by lesliesaxman on February 13, 2013
Posted in: Apps, iPad, iPad 2, iPad Accessories. Tagged: , , , . 1 comment

We’ve come a long way since Microsoft Paint. Many iPad users have discovered that they can use iPads to create beautiful art they never knew they were capable of. There are hundreds of art apps available to Apple users that will help get you started. We’ve done some legwork and rounded up some great iPad art to inspire you, as well as some apps that will help you realize your own artistic potential. 

Coolest iPad Art

Photo courtesy of Facebook

This image creates movement by using blurred brushstrokes. Download ArtRage to design similar photos.

Image courtesy of iPad and iPhone Art

This image was the first artwork Jorge Columbo ever created on his iPad. It later became the cover of January 28 issue of The New Yorker magazine.

Photo Courtesy of Flickr  

“A Rose in Winter” looks like it was painted with watercolors, but it was created on an iPad. Finding an app that suits your style is important – take advantage of free apps to determine your favorite art techniques.

Photo Courtesy of The Next Web

On an iPad, artists can get an incredible amount of detail, making it possible to create amazing drawings of people’s faces. You might recognize this man, Terry O’Quinn, from watching “Lost” or “Hawaii Five-o”.

Photo courtesy of  Flickr

Animals can be a great source of inspiration when you’re starting your iPad art. “The Tourist” was created using Snapseed and Procreate apps.

Photo courtesy of Facebook

This piece by Charles Wyatt was created using ArtRage. Within the app, he used tools such as the felt tip pen, pastels, watercolors, and the pallet knife.

Photo Courtesy of Flickr

“Pineapple” was made using TouchDraw, 123DSculpt, TypeDrawing, and ArtRage on an iPad. Get creative and use words as part of your image.

Best iPad Art Apps

iPastels lets you to create pastel artwork on your iPad. Beginners can learn techniques and how pastels work without buying expensive paper and supplies, and expert artists can test out new drawings before breaking out the pastels or improve their skills. It also offers information on each tool as you use it. iPastels is free to download on your iPad.

 

 

 

MyBrushes allows users to try out several different types of art, including different brushes, watercolor and oil painting, Chinese painting, drawing techniques, and even Chinese calligraphy. It records your process, so you can review how you created your artwork once you’re done. The app costs $0.99 to download onto your iPad.

 

 

 

ArtRage lets you experiment with different art styles, like watercolors and oil paints, without the mess or expensive supplies. It paints realistically, meaning your artwork depends on the type of materials you choose, as well as brushstrokes and layers – the paint even dries in real time. ArtRage is available to download on your iPad for $5.49.

 

 

 

Every good artist needs a sturdy and stable work surface. iPad artists are no different. Make sure your iPad is safe in a protective case. No matter what inspires you, you’ll be able to securely mount your iPad to any surface and start creating beautiful artwork with the help of Rokform’s v3 Suction Mount.