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R.I.P. iGreekNews part 2

In an unexpected turn of events, I was forced to take down iGreekNews. In short, Apple didn’t like that iGreekNews consults RSS feeds from various sources. I find it strange, considering that the purpose of RSS is to be free, and it is a means of communicating with news

* Release * iGreekNews 2.0 for iOS

One year after I took down iGreekNews (along with iMe), I decided to re-implement iGreekNews using a new approach. It was time to put my NodeJS skills to good use, and construct an API around news feeds, and RSS, and also re-write the iOS application from the ground up using

R.I.P iGreekNews & iMe

I hate good-byes but this one is long overdue. Yes, I have decided to let iGreekNews and iMe die, and withdraw it from the App Store. It has been a long and exciting journey, however, one must know when to say good-bye and take down one of the most successful

Code updates

I have taken some time to update my GitHub repository, who has been lonely as of date. While developing code for my projects at the university, I came to realise that much of this code could prove useful to others. CSPopViewService First thing I did was to update the pop

iGreekNews updates for iPhone and iPad

iGreekNews updates for iPhone and iPad

After a long time, iGreekNews and iGreekNews HD for iOS have finally been updated. And it was about time. Some of the changes are welcome, and have been requested many times by users. — Renewal of the source websites. Removed many sites that do not work, and added new ones. — Bug

** RELEASE ** Michanikoi

RELEASE Michanikoi

I am proud to announce that a project for which I have developed the iOS application (Michanikoi) is now released. With this application you can: — Calculate the cost of the energy audit for houses situated in Greece. — Answer all your questions regarding energy audits and general questions regarding

taxiplon

Lately, I have been involved in a project called taxiplon. taxiplon stands as a platform for taxi traffic, aimed at both taxi drivers and passengers. For taxi drivers, it provides them with an interface for acquiring all sorts of useful information about their shift, such as ship and airplane arrival

iGreekNews HD 1.6.1 and iGreekNews 1.9.1 Released

It’s been a busy week for Oramind, mainly since iOS 5.0 broke many features of iGreekNews. So after the initial bug fix update for iGreekNews HD and iGreekNews a number of new issues came up. The latest versions of iGreekNews (1.6.1 for the iPad and

iGreekNews HD 1.5.4 fixes iOS 5 problems, iGreekNews update coming soon

iGreekNews HD 1.5.4. came out yesterday, and fixes all problems that iOS 5 users had. It also fixes facebook and twitter compatibility and adds minor enhancements to the fluidity of the UI. It is highly recommended for all users to update to the latest version. Also, iGreekNews for

iGreekNews HD Problems with iOS 5: Soon to be fixed

After updating to version 1.5.3, users if iGreekNews HD with iOS 5 installed are unable to view the front pages, and have experienced crashes, lockups, screens that wouldn’t do away when pressing the back button, and many other problems. We are aware of all these issues,

Unilib Beta 0.5 released

Unilib beta 0.5 is now released. This update is important, as it fixes the broken update system of the previews versions, and the bug where the application would become unresponsive with large libraries. You will need to redownload the application from the website in order to restore the broken

ULC New beta almost ready, fixes broken update system & broken features

Thank you all for your interest in this beta. The initial release had 800 downloads, before people started sending me mails about problems that arose while using it. Remember, this is still a beta, and the reason I am releasing it as a beta before uploading to the Mac App

Release Unilib Creator (beta)

Unilib is now released. This is a small project I have been working in my spare time (which is very limited nowadays). It was created to facilitate operations done to and with dynamic and static libraries on iOS and OS X. More importantly, it allows you to build FAT static

Small Update

It’s been a while since I have updated the site, and for the most part, it’s real life’s fault. Real life problems tend to suck life from programmers However, I should mention that I am working on a new application that will target the

iGreekNews HD 1.2/ iGreekNews 1.8

iGreekNews 1.8, followed by iGreekNews HD 1.2.1 are out. I know I promised that I would deliver the updates sooner, but technical reasons kept me from doing so. Not to mention that I have been involved in some other projects, and I also had to upgrade my

iGreekNews HD 1.1 is coming

I have just submitted iGreekNews HD 1.1 for iPad, that improves upon reading the full article, improves responsiveness, and memory management, and contains a rewritten Frontpage module. In the Headlines tab, you will now be able to save the headline you are viewing in your Photo library for later

RELEASE iGreekNews HD

After 1,5 of its success on iPhone, iGreekNews returns for the iPad, with more features, a redesigned UI, and Twitter/Facebook support in addition to the original news sharing methods. Visit the application in the App Store Here!

RELEASE Rapid Choice 1.0

After some difficulties, my first game is posted in the application store! The revival of the classic game “Rock, Paper, Scissors”. Support multiplayer through bluetooth, using an easy interface. Features:–Special effects and animations–Live environment and simple and clear user interface.–Surreal sound effects

RELEASE Kapositas Plastic Surgery Reference

I am proud to present you with a new application for the iPhone, Kapositas Plastic Surgery Reference. Kapositas Plastic Surgery reference is an application for plastic surgery.This application includes articles, photos, video, plastic surgery news and more and is available in two languages Greek and English. Cosmetic surgery is

iGreekNews 1.1

So, after many e-mails, and countless requests, iGreekNews 1.1 is finally here. Apart from many big fixes, it includes the option to send the current article you are viewing to a friend using your e-mail, without abandoning the application! It also sends the summary for the article along with

iGreekNews v 1.0.1

As I am writting this article, iGreekNews has climbed up to #2 of the Greek App Store, receiving great reviews by anyone. I have also received numerous e-mails about sites that want to be included in the application. Also, iGreekNews has received an update which adds the capability to add

iGreekNews is in the top 10!

Yes, as I am writing this, iGreekNews is in the top 10 at App Store. Specifically, today iGreekNews climbed up at #7 of the App Store. Thank you very much for your support, and I promise I will make the next version even better.