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Want to know more about the products you’re thinking of investing in or items you’d like to get again? How about the ability to compare prices? This is all made possible by some apps that can detect and read barcodes so that you can have all the details. Here are two of the top barcode apps: Read the rest of this entry »

For smartphones such as Blackberry and Symbian, Mobiola Web Camera turns the phone’s camera into a high quality web cam. However, why doesn’t this app exist for the iPhone? Especially since the newest update to the iPhone has the notable feature of a front-facing camera, presenting optimal opportunity for web cam capabilities, it is shocking that the developers of Mobiola Web Camera have not yet tackled the iPhone domain. Should this be the next step for the application, it could enable us to do things with the iPhone that we never thought possible (Chat Roulette anyone?). So, Mobiola Web Camera developers, can you rise to this challenge? And, iPhone users, what would you do if you had this awesome app?

How does your electricity expenditure affect your carbon footprint? Green Outlet is here to tell you. Green Outlet enables you to find out just how much electricity each appliance uses and which household items cost the most to run. Therefore, the app endows you with key knowledge for making informed decisions about just how much you use certain items. Furthermore, Green Outlet can give you an estimate, based on what you use and how frequently you use it, of not only what your electrical bill for that month will be, but also what your household carbon emissions will tally up to given that usage. Finally, if you exceed “Recommended Carbon Usage” based on US Government Guidelines, the app will warn you, so you can tailor your lifestyle accordingly. So there you have it; Green Outlet is the companion you need to live a carbon-reduced, cost-effective life in your cozy abode.

While many barcode readers exist for the iPhone, Barcode Hero adds the element of social networking to your scans. With Barcode Hero, not only can you do typical barcode related activities like comparing prices and getting related product suggestions, but you can also follow friends and see what they’re scanning and what they recommend. Furthermore, the app has Facebook integration so your shopping activity can be blasted on your profile, and it builds your badge collection, as you can receive badges, points, and special statuses for buying items. Barcode Hero also enables its users to create and send wish lists, making gift giving (and receiving) a much easier process. With Barcode Hero, shopping with friends is even easier, and your scans present a whole new realm of social possibility.

One easy and mindless way to waste energy and run up your electricity bill is to leave your electronics plugged in and charging. In addition to being bad for the environment and your wallet, it is also not the best thing for your beloved devices’ battery life. Fortunately, EcoCharge is here to save the day. This app rings an alarm whenever your iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad are done charging so that you know to unplug it. The app also features creative images to give you an idea of how much  battery life you have left and also has an integrated battery info screen that details the remaining battery life of the device and what can be done with it. As an added bonus, in each screen, the app also gives you tips on how to lead a greener life! By using EcoCharge, you greatly benefit your bank, batteries, and most importantly, your beautiful world.