Guess what? We’ll be down at Singapore on the 14th for Nokia Connection, 2010. We’ll  have a ‘lil booth there as well, so if you’re in town, do drop by to say hello!

We released a couple of widgets a few weeks ago (didn’t have time to blog about it :S) and GameNeus was one of them. This is essentially a gaming news reader with homescreen support.

Hit the read more link to find out how you can snag a copy.

GameNeus

This widget is fairly straightforward and easy to use. Have a look at the screens below!

The loading screen

The main menu separated by console types

The news content area

News feeds are taken from Gamespot … the best source for gaming news! This is a fairly simple widget from us, just to flex the UI muscles … so help yourself to a free copy over at the Ovi Store!

Download from Ovi Store

]]> http://www.nerdattack.com.my/blog/2010/05/21/gameneus-a-game-news-reader/feed/ 0 http://www.nerdattack.com.my/blog/2010/05/05/topapps-on-ovi-store-an-app-recommender/ http://www.nerdattack.com.my/blog/2010/05/05/topapps-on-ovi-store-an-app-recommender/#comments Wed, 05 May 2010 05:49:18 +0000 NerdAttack http://www.nerdattack.com.my/blog/?p=315

You know, sometimes it gets really tough to discover apps on the Ovi Store? Contrary to what people might believe, the Ovi Store has apps buried so deep that sometimes don’t see the light of day (exaggeration points +1). What about local flavoured apps? Bet you didn’t know there were apps submitted from Malaysia. That’s where ‘topApps’ for Ovi Store come in, a handy little widget that we had the opportunity to design for Nokia.

Hit the read more link to find out more.

Late last year (Nov 2009), Nokia presented the opportunity for us to design (not develop) a widget that essentially makes it easy for users to discover contents on the Ovi Store. There were a few design iterations, and today we’re proud to see the completion and upload onto the Ovi Store.

So, what exactly does the app do? It pulls content from the Ovi Store, e.g top selling app on the Ovi Store, apps based on your geographical location, so that you can download these apps directly on the Ovi Store without having to search for them. Very handy me thinks.

Perhaps it’ll be easier to show you guys the screen shots instead to give you a better idea of what it does.

The loading screen, if you're on a REALLY slow network and it takes too long to load, tap the 'X' button at the top to close the app.

Featured Tab

This screen highlights some notable apps in it’s own respective categories. Tapping any of the categories will load up the list of apps.

Some app categories to choose from, the widget detected our region.

... continuation of previous screen

Category view

Let’s have a look at the ‘Ovi Top 10′, here it’ll list out the top 10 apps on the Ovi Store. Tapping on the content itself will load a more descriptive content, as well as a link to download the app on the Ovi Store. You can also sort free and paid contents.

Oh look, 2 of our widgets are in the Malaysia channel :D

Tapping download will bring you to the content on the Ovi Store

At the detailed screen, you’ll be able to download the widget as well as share the content via Email or SMS by tapping the ‘Share’ button. Ok, let me rephrase that, you can share the content link via Email or SMS :P

Staff Picks

This section highlights both free and paid applications that Nokia thinks that’s great. Tapping on it will bring you to a more detailed view of the app.

Staff Picks

Reviewed

The reviewed section is basically an app review section, where you’ll get to read about what a reviewer thinks about some of the apps on the Ovi Store. Definitely a good read before plunking in money on a widget.

The reviews

Tapping on the reviews will load a complete content :)

Settings Screen

Now, this is an interesting screen … for developers like us. Why, you say? Well … hang on, let me upload the screens first.

Settings screen

Select countries

… you get to change your location. We’re always curious about what developers in various countries have developed for their local market. If you’re free, just change your location and have a look at the apps created locally for that country. Very handy. However, I believe some of the apps can’t be downloaded probably due to the region lock, such a shame :\

Design wise, we hope that users will find familiarity with the current Ovi Store and should feel right at home.

And so you have it, a brief walk through of topApps. It was a privilege and experience to be working on this project and something of a global scale. Look forward to better and greater apps from us, especially on that certain new device that’s launching *hint hint*. We’re really excited about that.

Ovi blog wrote a better review and thoughts about topApps, hit the link to read about it.

topApps review by Ovi Blog

and also, grab the free copy of topApps here!

topApps

A couple of weeks ago we released “My Headlines”,  a Malaysian news reader. A few days later we made a few variations for different regions as it proved to be quite popular with users from the said regions.

Hit the read more link to find out how you can download a copy.

SG Headlines

A Singapore news reader. News bits that’s supported by this variant are,

1. Asia One
2. Channel News Asia
3. Singapore Star
4. Today
5. Straits Times

I’m pretty sure there are a lot more news portal, do leave a comment so that we can update the widget to support it.

The loading screen, note: Merlions are NOT real.

Let us know what else you'd like to include into this variant

The content screen. Tapping on the news content will load the full content on the phone's default browser

UK Headlines

A UK news reader (you could tell from the name of the app right?) News bits that’s supported by this variant are,

1. Express.co.uk
2. Mail Online
3. Telegraph
4. Daily Star
5. Mirror.co.uk
6. The Sun
7. Times Online

London Bridge is falling down ... falling down ....

A pretty extensive list of news portal to choose from

Tap on the content to get the full news

Drop us a note down at the comment section if you’d like us to include any other news portal.

IN Headlines

An Indian news reader. News bits that’s supported by this variant are,

1. Business Line
2. Deccan Herald
3. Indian Express
4. The Asian Age
5. The Hindu
6. The Telegraph
7. Time of India

The Taj Mahal ... how else do you let users know it's India?

A list of all news portal in India

Tap to get the full news

Well, that’s some variations that we’ve done (without feeling like a cookie cutter factory, ewww). We’ll definitely make improvements as well go along, perhaps adding in social elements and more user interactivity, but that will all depends on how well the widget does on the Ovi Store.

Here are the links to the respective widgets on the Ovi Store.

SG Headlines, UK Headlines, IN Headlines

A very simple and useful app from us … to you ;) “MY Headline” is basically a news reader app that aggregates news snippets from several Malaysian sources and conveniently roll them into a single app, like magic. Maybe.

Hit the read more link to find out how you can download a copy.

Some screens

The loading screen, oh look, that's KLCC ... makes it ever more Malaysian :P

Currently supports several news portals

At this moment, MY Headlines has support for these portals

1. The Star
2. New Straits Times
3. Bernama
4. The Daily Chilli
5. Business Times
6. The Malaysian Insider
7. Malaysiakini

If there are other portals out there that you’d like us to include, please leave a comment below and we’ll try to include it in the next version update.

The news

MY Headlines has homescreen support as well for all you guys out there with an N97 and N97 Mini.

If you’d like to give this app a try, head on over to the OVI Store and download your copy.

Download MY Headlines

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Hello everyone, we’ve done a few updates and tinkering to the KLTraffic widget.

Hit the read more link to find out how you can update or download a copy. KLTraffic remain FREE as usual.

KLTraffic Update, revision 53

1. Homescreen support for N97 & N97 mini! The homescreen widget will display tweets from the #kltraffic trending topic on Twitter.
2. We’ve REMOVED all traffic feed from DBKL as most if not all cams are no longer maintained.
3. We’ve replaced our advertising network provider. You’ll find more locally relevant ads now.

And update to the keypad version will follow suit, we’re hoping to finally provide compatibility with older devices like the Nokia E71, E63, N96, etc.

We were suppose to post this up right up the Makansutra widget post a couple of weeks ago. Guess it kinda slipped my mind. IS + (pronounced as IS PLUS) was one of the app that we were commissioned to develop for SingTel’s Christmas promotion last year.

What’s the app about? Well if you’re familiar with our local KLUE magazine, they are something like that. Hit the read more link to read more about this app.

About IS+

“I-S Magazine is the No. 1 guide for busy professionals to get the most out of Singapore, distributed at more than 500 of the city’s best restaurants, bars and entertainment venues. With comprehensive and up-to-date details of what’s going on, what to do, where you should (and shouldn’t) be seen, it’s the indispensable source for fun.

The I-S+ widget on Nokia touch devices now gives you the ultimate going-out guide in the palm of your hand. Catch the coolest performances, be seen at the hippest openings, and party at the hottest bars and clubs with I-S+.

For more great recommendations from I-S Magazine, visit www.is-magazine.com.”

This widget is pretty straight forward. Basically it lists down all the latest happenings in Singapore, AND tells you how to get there using Nokia’s OVI maps. Here are some screens of the widget.

The loading screen

The splash screen, auto checks for latest updated widget

The main screen

The main screen is divided into 2 sections

We have the calendar ribbon that shows the user selected events that’s happening in the next 7 days. Right at the lower section we have the different even categories.

The submenus

Pressing on anyone of the event categories we’ll have the submenus. This will bring you to the even listings itself, see below.

Anyone remember James Ingram?

Selecting any one of the items available will load a detailed view of the said event.

Are they planning to come to Malaysia?

Here you’ll be able to call for more information or just save the contact to your phonebook. Clicking on show on Map will load up the Ovi Maps application and shows you the location of the event. You can use the map’s feature to direct you to the event.

Homescreen view is available for the Nokia N97 and N97 Mini

If you own an N97 or N97 Mini, there’s a homescreen widget as well. Basically it tells you the available events that’s happening around your area by tapping into the phone’s GPS system. As you can see, we’re pretty far away from Singapore …

In the weeks to come, we’ll be sharing a few more projects that we’ve been working on. If you know of any Malaysian content provider that would like to have their content translated for mobile consumption, don’t be shy, give us a call :)

This has been a feature that’s been asked before and we’re proud to announce that the widget has passed the Ovi Store QA process and is now available for download!

Hit the read more link to find out how you can download your copy.

KLTraffic S60 3rd Ed

The widget retains all functionalities as the touch based one.

The main screen

The traffic feed

Twitter integration, trending topic #kltraffic

Currently the widget only supports devices that has Nokia’s Webruntime 1.1. Supported devices are listed below.

1. Nokia 6700 Slide
2. Nokia E72
3. Nokia 6730 Classic
4. Nokia E52
5. Nokia 5730 XpressMusic
6. Nokia E75
7. Nokia 6720 Classic
8. Nokia 6710 Navigator
9. Nokia E55
10. Nokia 5630 XpressMusic
11. Nokia N86

We’re working to support the following phones that has the older Nokia’s Webruntime 1.0 installed.

1. Nokia E71
2. Nokia E66
3. Nokia E63
4. Nokia N78
5. Nokia N82
6. Nokia N85
7. Nokia N95
8. Nokia N96
9. Nokia 6210 Navigator

Yes, we’re disappointed too that the popular E71 and E63 are not support at the moment, we’re working on it. Do let us know if you manage to get the app running on devices that are not listed here. Do leave a comment below on how we can improve this app :)

Get the download here!

It’s the season to celebrate! Nokia came up with a top 10 list of Ovi Store apps to download over the festive season … and our KLTraffic widget is listed as no.6.

Hit the read more link to view the complete list.

TOP 10 OVI STORE APPS TO DOWNLOAD OVER THE FESTIVE SEASON

	1.	Christmas holidays are great for spending with family and friends but that’s not always possible with loved ones dotted all over the world. Instead, stay connected for free with Facebook, developed by the social networking giant and available on Ovi Store. With Facebook on your handset you can keep your contacts at your fingertips. Update your status, upload photos, check messages and lookup phone #’s anytime and anywhere. The app allows you to comment on friends’ statuses, RSVP to event invites and confirm or deny friend requests.
	2.	For those that can’t be with you over the festive season there’s also Qik by Qik Inc. You no longer need to settle for a picture, you can share the experience! Share live video with your friends from your device. You can also keep your friends in the know by sharing your Qik videos to your favorite social networks like Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Every video is also automatically archived for you to relive those precious moments and share with your loved ones.
	3.	Liven up any Christmas party with Spin the Bottle by Offscreen. Thanks to Ovi Store you can carry this classic party game conveniently in your pocket. Spin the bottle by touching and dragging the bottle in either direction. As the saying goes, the best kind of fun is free… as is this app!
	4.	Get in the spirit of Christmas by updating your phone’s wallpaper. Try the Blue Xmas Tree or Skiing Sheep.
	5.	While you’re at it, why not personalize your ringtone and put a little jingle in your handset with ChristmasBell by Cell Special? In the festive spirit of giving, this app is free for a limited time.
	6.	Avoid the Christmas jams this year. Use the KL Traffic app by Nerd Attack to negotiate your way around the city and avoid last minute shoppers. Hate getting stuck in traffic? Use this clever widget to view traffic conditions in Kuala Lumpur.
	7.	Are you the one rushing around on Christmas Eve for those last minute gifts or were yours wrapped months back? No matter how organized you are, Shoppy by Inova IT will help you create and manage shopping lists and even share them with people close to you. Adding new items to a shopping list is quick and easy. Shoppy also gives you the ability to include details about the item such as units or category. As you purchase items it is really easy to tick them off from shopping lists so you’ll never forget anything again.
	8.	Candle Touch by Offscreen enables you to light a candle in your device for that authentic Christmas experience. It’s just like burning a real candle. So, dim the lights and enjoy a Christmas carol or two.
	9.	Need to keep the kids entertained over Christmas? Visit the Ovi Store and download the Nightmare before Christmas by Disney. Santa’s presents have been stolen and Christmas may be in jeopardy! Help Halloweentown’s beloved Pumpkin King, Jack Skellington get them back and save the day. Featuring favourite Halloweentown characters, the game provides 100 levels of puzzle gameplay. Manoeuvre pumpkins and bottles of Deadly Nightshade out of your path and stop witch and skeleton enemies in order to recover the stolen presents.
	10.	And finally, when the festivies are over and the waist line is suffering, try the Calorie Countdown from SingHealth. This app offers calculators to help you track your health with useful tips from SingHealth on diet and weight management and how to optimize your workouts.

About Ovi Store

Ovi Store is an evolving media service that consolidates Nokia’s existing content services into a one-stop-shop for free and paid content. Thousands of the content industry’s biggest names along with independent application developers are distributing their media, applications and games through Ovi Store. Content providers and application developers can continue to sign up to distribute their content through Ovi Store by visiting publish.ovi.com.

About Nokia

Nokia is a pioneer in mobile telecommunications and the world’s leading maker of mobile devices. Today, we are connecting people in new and different ways – fusing advanced mobile technology with personalized services to enable people to stay close to what matters to them. We also provide comprehensive digital map information through NAVTEQ; and equipment, solutions and services for communications networks through Nokia Siemens Networks.

Source: Nokia Malaysia

For the past couple of months, Nerd Attack together with Longtail have been working hard to bring to you the very first Twitter SMS service for all you Celcom subscribers. If you are one of those guys who don’t own a fancy smartphone with those equally fancy twitter clients, now you can update your twitter account via SMS.

Hit the read more link to find out how you can subscribe to this service.

Celcom Twitter SMS

Normally, there should be a press release … since we’re the casual geeky chaps that we are, we’ll just blog about this. It’s pretty simple to subscribe to this service, just type T and send it to 29800 to activate the service. Upon activation, you’ll be asked to link your Twitter account to your mobile number to get started. Oh did we mention, with this service you don’t really need to have a Twitter account to follow someone.

To start following someone, for example us,  just type FOLL NERDATK and send it to 29800

What about the charges? It’s only RM1 weekly for UNLIMITED usage. UNLIMITED. UNLIMITED. UNLIMITED …

You can also assign up to 5 mobile numbers to your Twitter account. Pretty handy if there are more than one person updating an account, don’t you think so?

To read up more about our latest SMS service, visit the Channel X website shown below.

http://channelx.com.my/mdp/twitter_promo.jsp