Items Tagged with games
60-Second App - Android
#49 / 2011-10-04 12:00:00 / 1:15 min.
In this episode of 60-Second App, we take a look at the
Gem Miner application for Android
, a game that pits you in the role of a prospector who makes his living digging mines and selling his finds at the local store. Purchase tools and materials to make mining for resources easier, which will inevitably lead to profit.
60-Second App - Android
#39 / 2011-08-17 12:00:00 / 1:26 min.
Aqua Pets for Android
is a free game that lets you catch fish, store them in your fish tank and even use your tank as alive wallpaper
. There are achievements to earn and rare fish to catch, and there is even money to be made that can later be spent on upgraded equipment for catching rarer fish.
Tech Industry Insider
#4 / 2011-08-16 14:00:00 / 2:47 min.
Scott Steinberg, Tech Industry Insider, sheds some light on the social gaming situation going on between Facebook and Google+. What's Google's gameplan? How are they going to shake control away from Facebook? As always, Scott answers questions submitted to TopTechExpert.com.
60-Second App - Apple
#113 / 2011-08-16 12:00:00 / 1:21 min.
Deer Hunter: African Safari
pits you in the role of a fearless hunter in the middle of Africa. While the graphics are pretty, you're not there to soak in the sights. Rather, you're there to kill the largest, most exotic animals you can find in order to earn high scores. Play across twodifferent game modes
and exchange your points for upgrades.
60-Second App - Apple
#112 / 2011-08-10 12:00:00 / 1:23 min.
For fans of
horror games and movies
alike, the '80s were a fun time. Now you can relive some of those memories by playingSplatterhouse for the iPhone
. This version of the classic beat-em-up sidescroller features two different modes of play and adjustable difficulty to make it even more entertaining to pound your enemies to a bloody pulp.
60-Second App - Android
#35 / 2011-07-28 12:00:00 / 1:17 min.
If you're looking for a fun way to pass the time all while flexing your mental muscles, then Dropwords is for you. This
free game for your Android
smartphone is like a combination of Boggle and Bejewelled. With numerousgameplay modes
to choose from and various settings that you can customize, this is oneword game
that's sure to entertain.
60-Second App - Android
#25 / 2011-06-14 12:00:00 / 1:21 min.
The
Alchemy app for Android
is aninteresting and addictive game
that allows you to combine elements to create entirely new elements and objects. While the premise sounds simple, thisfree application
has more than 300 combinations to be found with more being added all the time for additional replay value.
60-Second App - Android
#21 / 2011-05-25 12:00:00 / 1:20 min.
Android users
looking to get somegames installed on their smartphone
need look no further thanKongregate Arcade
. This app gives you access to a library ofmore than 400 Flash games
ranging from role-playing games to puzzle titles and more. Create an account toearn badges
and save high scores.
How do I use the new iPad 2
#5 / 2011-05-20 12:00:00 / 4:26 min.
In this episode, we'll show you five of the
best apps available for the iPad
that run even better on theiPad 2
. From Deadspace HD to GarageBand, these are apps that any iPad owner just shouldn't be without.
60-Second App - Android
#20 / 2011-05-19 12:00:00 / 1:11 min.
In this episode of
60-Second App
, we show youSlice It! for Android
. Thisfree kids' game
is agreat educational tool
that teaches kids how to manipulate shapes, add and divide, and use logic. Through a simple premise — cutting objects into equal portions — players are made to think and evaluate each puzzle individually.
60-Second App - Apple
#94 / 2011-05-18 12:00:00 / 1:07 min.
Cooking Academy for iPhone
is afun and addictive game
that puts you in the role of an aspiring cook who mustcomplete challenges
and boost his skills in order to get top grades at the academy. Using theiPhone's touchscreen and accelerometer
, you'll be asked to grate cheese, dice tomatoes and more, depending on what dish you're trying to make.
60-Second App - Android
#19 / 2011-05-17 12:00:00 / 1:09 min.
The classic
game of memory
is one which most people are familiar with. Uncover cards in the hopes of finding a matching pair and, if you match all the pairs, you win. This incarnation,Memory for Android
, is no different, except that it is afree application
that you can play whenever you want.
60-Second App - Android
#18 / 2011-05-11 12:00:00 / 1:14 min.
In this episode of
60-Second App
, we'll show you afree game for Android
calledBubble Blast 2
. This game is partpuzzle game
and part addictive action as it forces players to strategically burst bubbles in the least moves possible.
60-Second App - Apple
#91 / 2011-05-04 12:00:00 / 1:12 min.
If you want to put your powers of
observation and perception
to the test then you should try outWhat's the Difference HD for iPad
. This is one of those apps where the object of the game is to point out the differences between two nearly identical photos.Spot all five differences
in the allotted time to continue.
Tutorials
#903 / 2011-04-29 00:47:28 / 1:09 min.
In this tutorial, we'll show you
how to get Android apps
using the Android Market
. We'll also show you how tomanage your applications
by going through theAndroid settings
, and then show youhow to uninstall an app
.
60-Second App - Apple
#90 / 2011-04-28 12:00:00 / 1:08 min.
Those of you who are looking for a good way to
expand your knowledge through trivia
should check outDouble Quiz
for iPhone. This $0.99 app is loaded with more than 1,000trivia questions
and boastsimpressive graphics
and an addictive format.
60-Second App - Android
#13 / 2011-04-19 12:00:00 / 1:11 min.
If you've run out of
new games on your Android
, then you might want to tryAir Control Lite
. Thisfree application
lets youplay air traffic controller
and direct the flight paths of aircraft as they try to make a safe landing at the airport.
How do I use the HTC HD7
#7 / 2011-04-19 10:00:00 / 2:52 min.
In order to
download new apps
for yourWindows Phone 7 device
you'll need to go into the Marketplace. In this episode, we'll show youhow to use Marketplace
and how todownload apps to the HTC HD7
running Windows Phone 7.
Top 10 free and top 10 paid iPhone apps
#1 / 2011-04-11 09:00:00 / 3:35 min.
In this episode, we kick off our list of
top 10 free iPhone apps
by introducing you to the first fivefree iPhone apps we picked
, in no particular order. These include:Words with Friends, Groupon, Peel, Dropbox and Fandango
. All of these apps serve totally different purposes but all are awesome for the same reason: they're totally free.
60-Second App - Android
#9 / 2011-03-30 12:00:00 / 1:05 min.
The
Jewels app for Android
is afree puzzle game
that should look familiar to most. Similar to Bejeweled the object of the game is simple: line up like-colored gems in sets of three or more to score points. Jewels offersmultiple gameplay modes
so that it comes with plenty ofreplay value
.
60-Second App - Apple
#83 / 2011-03-29 12:00:00 / 1:17 min.
The
Osmos app for iPad
puts you in control of a mote and forces you to absorb other motes to become the largest in the galaxy. While it is aniPad game
similar in style to PAC-MAN, it also features impressive visuals and a calmingambient soundtrack
. There's also another game mode to unlock, adding furtherreplay value
.
60-Second App - Apple
#80 / 2011-03-09 12:00:00 / 1:22 min.
The
TETRIS application for the iPhone
is a great way to relive theclassic puzzle game
without having to lug around aretro GameBoy
. This version is very similar to theoriginal TETRIS
but does allow for a new mode of play called Magic mode where you fulfill tasks and use power-ups. You can also play the originalMarathon mode
and check your stats at any time.
60-Second App - Apple
#73 / 2011-01-26 12:00:00 / 1:04 min.
In this
60-Second App review
, we check outPaper Toss HD Free
for the iPad. This is one of the moreaddicting games
for the iPad despite the fact that it is quite simple. Toss the paper ball in the basket, score points. Considering it's afree app
, it's definitely worth the download if you're looking for a good way to kill time.
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#431 / 2011-01-17 10:41:01 / 2:59 min.
While
Stay tuned to butterscotch.com for more
at CES 2011
,Sean Carruthers
gets to talk with Adam Cohen about theION Audio iCADE
. No longer a simple Internet joke, theiCADE is a case for your iPad
that lets youplay classic arcade games
with a Bluetooth connected joystick setup. The iCADE has the support of Atari and many games are scheduled to be released for iCADE this year.Stay tuned to butterscotch.com for more
up to the minute video coverage from the CES 2011 show floor.
Using your Windows Phone 7
#8 / 2010-12-22 10:00:00 / 5:47 min.
Xbox Live is a great feature that allows you to
download and play games
on yourWindows Phone 7 device
. In this episode, we'll show you how toconnect to Xbox Live
so that you canget new games
or play online and give you a tour of the Xbox Live layout.
60-Second App - Apple
#56 / 2010-11-30 12:00:00 / 1:06 min.
If you were a fan of the
Sega Dreamcast
, you probably playedChuChu Rocket
. If you're wondering what a Dreamcast is, then you should probably still check outChuChu Rocket HD for iPad
. It's aclassic puzzle game
that forces you to guide ChuChus to their rockets while avoiding cats and other obstacles.
Going Mobile
#37 / 2010-11-15 12:00:00 / 5:10 min.
In the United States, folks are gearing up for the Thanksgiving Day holiday. We try to help. Last week, we looked at five free recipe programs for the Android phone. This week, we're going to look at five free Thanksgiving games for the iPhone. Now you'll have something to keep everyone out of the kitchen.
60-Second App - Apple
#49 / 2010-11-03 12:00:00 / 1:05 min.
Here, we show you
Harbor Master for the iPhone
, anentertaining application
that puts you in charge ofdirecting cargo ships
around different levels while avoiding pirates and other obstacles. It's afun game for the iPhone
that just happens to be available for the iPad as well.
Nintendo Wii advanced features
#6 / 2010-10-29 09:01:00 / 3:03 min.
You may not have been aware that the
Wii is backwards compatible
withGameCube games
. The Wii can not onlyread GameCube discs
but also has four controller ports forGameCube controllers
and two ports for memory sticks so you can play anyGameCube game on your Wii
whenever you want.
Nintendo Wii advanced features
#4 / 2010-10-28 09:00:00 / 6:29 min.
Here, we show you
how to export your Mii
through the Wiimote and through email so you canshare your Mii
with friends. We'll also show you more about theMii Channel
and theCheck Mii Out Channel
and show you how you candownload Miis
from around the world.
Nintendo Wii advanced features
#3 / 2010-10-27 09:00:00 / 9:43 min.
The
Nintendo Wii
has plenty offree channels
available that you can use toget news and weather
,display photos
,browse the Internet
and more. We'll show youhow to use Wii channels
and go through their initial setup in this episode.
Nintendo Wii advanced features
#2 / 2010-10-26 09:00:00 / 6:55 min.
In this episode, we show you
how to use the Wii Store
so that you canpurchase games for your Wii
. You can alsopurchase new channels
and more! We'll also walk you through the process ofdownloading new games
,adding Wii points
to your account, and changingWii Store settings
.
Nintendo Wii advanced features
#7 / 2010-10-25 09:01:00 / 32:19 min.
In this series, we give you an
advanced Wii tutorial
. We'll show you some moreadvanced Wii features
like how toconnect your Wii to the Internet
, how tobrowse Wii channels
, how touse the Wii Store
and more. We also include an episode where we'll explain some points aboutGameCube compatibility
.
Nintendo Wii advanced features
#1 / 2010-10-25 09:00:00 / 3:51 min.
We show you how to
take your Wii online
in this episode. We'll show youhow to connect wirelessly
using theWii's built-in WiFi
and also tell you how to set up awired connection
or amanual connection
so that you canconnect to the Internet
and access theWii's online features
.
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#293 / 2010-10-19 13:15:00 / 3:27 min.
If you possess a modicum of artistic talent and a Wii, you may be interested in the uDraw from THQ. Coupled with the included uDraw Studio software, you can draw, paint and color on your TV screen with this $70 add-on. Two games will be available at launch, Dood's Big Adventure and Pictionary, both for $30 each.
How to set up the Nintendo Wii
#5 / 2010-10-01 09:00:00 / 5:51 min.
In this episode, we'll show you
how to create a Mii
. A Mii is your avatar whenplaying Wii games
and you cancreate and customize your Mii
as you see fit. You can have it be a likeness of you, a parody or just your own creation. We'll also show you how tocontrol your Mii
s and arrange them in the Mii world.
How to set up the Nintendo Wii
#4 / 2010-09-30 17:30:20 / 4:45 min.
Your
Wii dashboard
is where you access most of your Wii's functions. It comes with aweather channel
, anews channel
and more, and allows you to surf the Internet with an Internet connection. We'll show you how touse your Wii dashboard
in this episode, including how tochange your Wii settings
and the dashboard layout.
How to set up the Nintendo Wii
#3 / 2010-09-29 09:00:00 / 2:01 min.
In this episode, we show you
how to connect a Wiimote
to a Wii. This comes in handy if you want toconnect additional Wiimotes
to your console or if you want to bring your Wiimote to use at a friend's house. We'll also show youhow to reconnect Wiimotes
that have previously been connected to your Wii.
How to set up the Nintendo Wii
#2 / 2010-09-28 09:00:00 / 5:10 min.
Here, we walk you through the
configuration of your Wii console
. We'll show youhow to set up your Wii
for the first time, which includessetting the time and date
, a nickname for the Wii and more. We'll also show you how toset up parental controls
so you can restrict some of the functions of your Wii console.
How to set up the Nintendo Wii
#6 / 2010-09-27 09:01:00 / 21:08 min.
In this series we'll show you
how to set up the Wii
game console. We'll start by showing youhow to hook up the Wii
hardware andconfigure your Wii
system and how to properly place the Wii sensor bar. We'll also show you how tonavigate the Wii dashboard
,create a Mii character
andconnect a Wiimote
to your system.
How to set up the Nintendo Wii
#1 / 2010-09-27 09:00:00 / 4:01 min.
In this episode, we show you
how to set up the Wii
. We'll show you what you get inside a new Wii box, show youhow to connect your Wii
and set up the sensor bar. We'll also talk about some of the accessories you can get for your Wii, like additional Wiimotes and Wiichucks, as well as component cables for clearer images.
60-Second App - Apple
#36 / 2010-08-18 10:00:00 / 1:11 min.
If you're looking for a pinball
application for iPad
, you should check outSlayer Pinball Rocks HD
. The game featuresmusic by Slayer
to go along with thegreat pinball
gameplay and awesome graphics. For $4.99, this is an entertainingpinball game
that's worth checking out.
60-Second App - Apple
#35 / 2010-08-17 10:00:00 / 1:09 min.
Although it may look childish,
Doodle Bowling Pro for iPhone
is a greatbowling game
that offers arealistic physics engine
for arealistic bowling
experience. For $1.99, players cantrack stats with friends over Facebook
and change themes to give their game a new feel.
Tutorials
#776 / 2010-08-12 09:30:00 / 1:48 min.
If you're looking for a new way to
find apps for your Android
then you should check outAppBrain
. It's a great way tobrowse applications by category
ormanage applications
you currently have installed. It will also show you a list ofhot applications
so you know what applications are popular or new!
60-Second App - Apple
#27 / 2010-08-04 10:00:00 / 1:02 min.
We know you've always dreamed of a
platform game
for theiPhone
where you get to take control of a robotic unicorn. Admit it. Well now your dreams have come true withRobot Unicorn Attack
for the iPhone. At $2.99, thisentertaining and addictive game
will make up for its cost inhours of gameplay
. Just don't lose or the unicorn will cry.
How to keep your Facebook account private and secure
#4 / 2010-07-29 09:00:00 / 1:08 min.
You may have been unaware while
using Facebook
that your friends canshare information
about you unknowingly throughgames and applications
. Fortunately, you can prevent this by making some tweaks to yourprivacy settings
.
How to keep your Facebook account private and secure
#3 / 2010-07-28 09:00:00 / 1:09 min.
If you're one of those
Facebook users
who has installed a lot ofapplications and games
then you might want to take another look at yourprivacy settings
. There is an entire category of privacy settings that applies purely to applications, games and websites and changing these settings may helpkeep your Facebook account secure
.
60-Second App - Apple
#17 / 2010-07-21 10:00:00 / 1:18 min.
If you're looking for a
fun iPad game
that will provide you withhours of entertainment
, considerPlants vs. Zombies HD
. Similar to manycastle defense games
, in this one you'll be forced to defend your home using nothing but gardening tools and plants! There's also an iPhone version of the game.
A tour and how to for the iPhone 4
#7 / 2010-07-13 09:00:00 / 2:11 min.
We continue our series on
how to use the iPhone 4
with a look at theiPhone gyroscope
and give an example of one of the firstiPhone games using the gyroscope
control feature. One of the majorimprovements in the iPhone 4
, the gyroscope gives a much finer level of control toiPhone 4 games
.
60-Second App - Apple
#14 / 2010-07-08 10:00:00 / 1:13 min.
If you're looking for a
fun game for your iPad
then you might want to check outAngry Birds HD
. You control the titular angry birds trying to recover their eggs from some pilfering pigs. This is aphysics-based puzzle game
, so you'll have to use your knowledge of physics and force to break the pigs' bunkers.
The Sweet Stuff: Casual Games
#23 / 2010-07-07 12:00:00 / 3:12 min.
Molly McDonald turns her enemy's weapons against them in IndestructoTank. Then, she puts a hedghog through its paces as she launches him skyward in a catapult. Finally, she helps a physics-defying gecko collect stars in Slider.
The Sweet Stuff: Casual Games
#22 / 2010-06-30 12:00:00 / 2:48 min.
Molly McDonald fends off waves of zombies in her number one pick this week, Plants vs. Zombies, available for free play on Popcap Games. Next, she repels hordes of invading thingies bent on destroying her lawn and ends off the day painting the fence.
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#285 / 2010-06-17 13:45:00 / 2:57 min.
Video from the E3 2010 show floor
: Chances are good you've at least tried out Rock Band. The plastic drum and guitar peripherals seem to litter every rec room in North America. The next Rock Band, Rock Band 3 will feature a sweet song list, redesigned peripherals as well as real instruments you can pick up and really play.
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#284 / 2010-06-17 13:40:00 / 2:40 min.
Video from the E3 2010 show floor
: Motion control seems to be a big part of the story at this year's E3 in Los Angeles. Not to be left behind, Xbox gave Project Natal an official name, Kinect and a release date, November 4, 2010. Unlike other motion control game offerings at this year's show, Kinect doesn't require any special controllers; just you and your hands.
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#283 / 2010-06-17 13:35:00 / 2:52 min.
Video from the E3 2010 show floor
: We chat with Jeff Rivait about some of the hotXbox 360 titles that are coming in 2010 and 2011
. Highlights of the Xbox 360 lineup include Halo Reach, Gears of War 3 and Fable III.
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#281 / 2010-06-17 12:15:00 / 2:33 min.
Video from the E3 2010 show floor
: We chat with Jean-Francois Boivin about the upcoming Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood game from Ubisoft. We get a rundown on new features in the game, the gameplay and more.
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#280 / 2010-06-17 10:45:00 / 4:42 min.
Video from the E3 2010 show floor
: We chat with Matt Levitan to get the scoop on highlights in thePlaystation game launch calendar for 2010 and beyond
. With games like Killzone 3, Gran Turismo 5, Little Big Planet 2 and many more coming soon, some with 3D gameplay elements, some with Playstation Move compatibility and some with both, it looks like a good year for Playstation 3 devotees.
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#279 / 2010-06-17 09:55:00 / 4:25 min.
Video from the E3 2010 show floor
: Whether we're ready or not, 3D is marching from the movie theaters to the living room. We talk to Matt Levitan about howvideo games will be affected by the 3D movement
. We find out what3D games
are out now for Playstation 3 and what games are in the pipeline.
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#278 / 2010-06-17 09:45:00 / 3:10 min.
Video from the E3 2010 show floor
: We've been waiting to get ourhands on the Playstation Move
controller, and we finally got a chance at E3 2010. Move is PlayStation's foray into the world ofmotion control gaming
. We talk to Matt Levitan to get the scoop.
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#277 / 2010-06-17 07:55:00 / 2:02 min.
Video from the E3 2010 show floor
: Tiger Woods PGA Tour 11 will be among the games that are getting an update to work with Playstation Move when it launches later this year. With the Move update, you can swing the Move controller like it's a golf club and your actions will be recreated on the screen.
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#276 / 2010-06-17 07:50:00 / 2:07 min.
Video from the E3 2010 show floor
: On November 19, 2010, Harry Potter, everyone's favorite wizard apprentice, goes it alone in battling the forces of evil in the magic world. Dark and gritty like the book and impending movie of the same name, gamers play as Harry, casting spells in a first-person action adventure game, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows pt. 1.
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#275 / 2010-06-17 07:45:00 / 3:41 min.
Video from the E3 2010 show floor
: EA's Madden NFL franchise has been around so long, it seems like it's as old as the iconic sportscaster himself. On November 10, 2010, the latest in the Madden NFL series hits consoles with Madden NFL 11 featuring some new game-play innovations designed to make the game easier to pick up and play for casual gamers.
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#274 / 2010-06-17 07:30:00 / 2:41 min.
Video from the E3 2010 show floor
: E3 isn't just about the latest and greatest games, it's aboutcustomizing your gaming experience
, your gaming console and your controllers too. We chat with Jed Seifert, co-owner of MusicSkins about skinning just about every electronic device under the sun.
Lab Rats
#226 / 2010-06-14 17:00:00 / 24:44 min.
Andy and Sean answer questions from the students of Trenton High School's computer science department, live in studio!
60-Second App - Apple
#9 / 2010-06-11 10:00:00 / 1:10 min.
If you're looking for a good way to kill time then you might be interested in
Crossword Light for the iPhone
. It's afree app
that comes pre-loaded with 60crossword puzzles
though there is a paid version that comes withdaily puzzles
if you'd like. Crossword Light has an easy to use interface that can be tilted 90-degrees if you'd like a different angle on things and also offers a variety of hints for those who are stuck in a bind.
The Sweet Stuff: Casual Games
#19 / 2010-06-09 12:00:00 / 3:59 min.
Yarr, shiver me timbers, yo ho ho and a bottle of rum and other pirate cliches too numerous to mention. This week, Molly McDonald takes a look at her three favorite
pirate themed casual games
. From an interactive story to a piracy battle waged in your computer and one a pirate-esque take on classic Worms gameplay.
60-Second App - Apple
#3 / 2010-06-08 10:00:00 / 1:07 min.
If you're like most of us here at butterscotch.com - prone to boredom and easily distracted - then you'll love this particular app. It's called
All-in-1 Gamebox
and it's a set of more than 30 games from a variety of genres that are designed specifically to keep you entertained. There are all kinds of games included, frompuzzle games
andracers
toshooters
and time-wasters. Here our host Andrew-Moore Crispin shows us a couple of his favorites and explains why thiscollection of games
is worth the $0.99 price tag.
The Sweet Stuff: Casual Games
#18 / 2010-06-02 12:00:00 / 3:41 min.
This week, Molly McDonald takes a look at
three great browser games
that are all about balance.This week's top-three casual games
are all about balance.
Mr. Mobile
#71 / 2010-05-26 17:00:00 / 2:59 min.
Android games suck
. No disrespect meant to the hard working devs out there, but it's largely true. Jay Goldman, AKA Mr. Mobile, scoured the Android Market to findthe best Android game
going as a look at what's possible on Google's mobile platform.
The Sweet Stuff: Casual Games
#17 / 2010-05-26 12:00:00 / 2:52 min.
Molly finds a few simple browser games that will keep you staying late at the office and up until all hours of the night as you play "just one more game." These games are highly addictive. You've been warned!
The Sweet Stuff: Casual Games
#16 / 2010-05-19 12:00:00 / 3:00 min.
Now, we'd never play games at work. However, if your work ethic is a little less impeccable than ours, you might find these
top three work related browser games
of interest. They're designed to look like Word documents, Excel spreadsheets and PowerPoint presentations, so your boss will be none the wiser.
The Sweet Stuff: Casual Games
#15 / 2010-05-12 12:00:00 / 3:54 min.
Molly McDonald pushes pixels in this episode of The Sweet Stuff: Casual Games. She takes a look at a few pixel-base browser games. One, a mix between pinball and Breakout, get the nod as the
best free online game of the week
.
Going Mobile
#9 / 2010-05-03 12:00:00 / 3:54 min.
Doc spends a lot of time working, but he spends a lot of time waiting too. Today, Doc covers four of his favorite free card games for the iPhone. They're all excellent and they're absolutely free!
Web Watch
#41 / 2010-04-20 12:00:00 / 2:39 min.
Earth Day started 40 years ago, but now, perhaps more than ever before, we really need to start thinking collectively about the world's energy and waste problems. Stacy Reed shares some educational websites that are sure to inspire people of all ages to take action!
Gadget TV
#107 / 2010-04-16 16:52:17 / 3:00 min.
The Nintendo DS has gone through several iterations since the original which was announced at E3 in 2004. Since its release, it's been improved and altered. New colors, brighter screen, longer battery life, an improved aesthetic (the first, cool though it was, was a little fugly) and so on. The latest version, the Nintendo DSi XL keeps the new features from the DSi including the camera and SD card slot and supersizes the screens.
The Sweet Stuff: Casual Games
#11 / 2010-04-14 12:00:00 / 3:27 min.
This week, Molly McDonald highlights
three top browser games
with music as the tie that binds. She feels the beat in Streamline, takes a break from competitive gaming with the beautiful Music Catch 2 and guides a stick guy through a world of falling blocks in a music based platformer game.
The Sweet Stuff: Casual Games
#10 / 2010-04-07 12:00:00 / 3:42 min.
Top three reflex-testing browser games
this week on The Sweet Stuff: Casual Games. Molly McDonald highlights three games that test your timing and reflexes. In Base Jumping, you need to deploy your parachute just in time while Tontie offers a new take on Whack-a-Mole. Meanwhile, Doeo defies description and must be played to be believed.
The Sweet Stuff: Casual Games
#9 / 2010-03-31 12:00:00 / 2:55 min.
Mario takes it to the browser in his quest to oust Bowser (hey, they can't all be gems). These sweet
Mario browser games
make Molly McDonald's list for turning old-school Mario gameplay on its ear. We sincerely doubt thesebrowser games
are created with Big N's approval, so get 'em before the lawyer letters start flying and the games are pulled.
The Sweet Stuff: Casual Games
#6 / 2010-03-10 12:00:00 / 3:14 min.
Blosics 2, Dots and Brain Bots make up Molly's three fave
casual games
this week. Follow along as she shows off her new favorite puzzle shooter, controls crazy faces in a quest for blue dots and inexplicably guides a robot through a human brain.
The Sweet Stuff: Casual Games
#5 / 2010-03-03 12:00:00 / 3:18 min.
Molly McDonald takes a look at three sweet
casual games
. This week, This is the Only Level asks you to guide an elephant through, as the name suggests, but one level. It's much trickier than it sounds. Fire Boy and Water Girl sees you guiding the game's namesakes through a ton of well designed levels. Karoshi Suicide Salaryman flips the usual gaming objective on its ear; the goal here is to help your protagonist shuffle off the mortal coil in a variety of bizarre ways.
Tutorials
#596 / 2010-03-02 09:30:00 / 3:24 min.
In the early days of mobile devices, you had to navigate around the Internet and jump through all kinds of hoops to
install applications on your BlackBerry
. While it can't match theiPhone App Store or even the Android Market
, there is a simple solution for BlackBerry users looking for simple app downloads in the BlackBerry App World. Doc gives the guided tour.
The Sweet Stuff: Casual Games
#4 / 2010-02-24 12:00:00 / 3:32 min.
This week, Molly's got her hands full trying to lead a kid through a dizzy dreamscape and help the old-school styled One Button Bob navigate through the game using, as the name suggests, just one button. Finally, Castle Cat, a game that defies description and must be seen to be believed.
The Sweet Stuff: Casual Games
#3 / 2010-02-17 12:00:00 / 3:38 min.
This week in the
best free online casual games
,Molly McDonald
looks at an advergame so slick you'll forget it's shilling withGet the Glass
, performs a little helicopter triage inRockface Rescue
and explores a beautifully conceived and executed platformer made entirely of paper cutouts inPaper Moon
.
The Sweet Stuff: Casual Games
#2 / 2010-02-10 12:00:00 / 3:39 min.
Molly McDonald counts down the her picks for
top four free online casual games
again this week. Theseawesome free online games
run the gamut from an extreme sport take on riding in a shopping cart to a mad dash to eat as many divers as possible in MiamiShark.
The Sweet Stuff: Software
#27 / 2010-01-21 12:00:00 / 3:00 min.
The Android Market is loaded with cool applications. Many are free, and that includes games. The quality of the
free, Android games
is quite impressive so this week I'm going to look a five cool ones you can get for free.
Gadget TV
#67 / 2009-12-14 12:00:00 / 2:44 min.
The Nintendo Wii paved the way, making gamers comfortable with the idea of getting in the game by doing more than waggling control sticks and mashing buttons. Tony Hawk Ride from Activision takes motion control one step further with this sweet skateboarding game and peripheral. We take a look in the
video hands-on with Tony Hawk Ride
.
The Sweet Stuff: Software
#22 / 2009-11-26 12:00:00 / 3:41 min.
Thanksgiving is a time for family to get together and, as the name of the holiday suggests, give thanks. However, with a few days off work and friends and family filling the living room, it can be nice to take a break. Whip out your trusty iPhone and grab any one (or all) of these fun games. They're great for keeping the kids entertained while dinner's being prepared and the football game is on.
Lab Rats
#197 / 2009-11-16 17:00:00 / 22:48 min.
Every time Andy and Sean get together to discuss show ideas for Lab Rats, they seem to spend the first 20 minutes showing off their favorite iPhone apps. The iPhone is one of the most popular consumer gadgets out there, and everyone has their favorite apps. Andy and Sean bring their iPhone faves out of the meeting and into the spot light.
Miss Download
#55 / 2009-11-10 17:00:00 / 3:36 min.
Touch typing
is a valuable skill; the hunt and peck method is not only lame, it's also inaccurate, slow and... did we mention lame? Cheryl Poirier, AKA Miss Download, taps into her inner typist to become a Typing Master with simple software exercises and games.
Cool new features in Windows 7
#10 / 2009-11-06 09:00:00 / 1:54 min.
Parents are offered a level of control over how kids use the computer in Windows 7.
Parental Control
features have been present in previous versions of Windows to allow parents to place restrictions on kids' computer use.Parental Controls in Windows 7
have received something of an overhaul and are more powerful than ever before.
Mr. Mobile
#38 / 2009-09-30 17:00:00 / 4:45 min.
Apple is clearly making a push for the
iPhone as a portable gaming platform
. Jay Goldman AKAMr. Mobile
helps to make the case by showcasing a couple of his current favoriteiPhone games
. Both of these games use the iPhone's input in interesting ways and at $0.99 and $2.99, they're definitely worth a look. Download links after the break.
Mr. Mobile
#30 / 2009-08-05 17:00:00 / 3:13 min.
From the makers of the popular Web / TV cross-over
Zimmer Twins
comes theStunt Wagon game for iPhone
, starring said twins. Kids (or kids at heart) use the iPhone accelerometer to control a wagon racing down a hill, controlled by one of three familiar characters from the Zimmer Twins The other game we look at is Arctic Shuffle, a mini-golf and curling style game that uses a penguin as the ball. Butterscotch.com does not advocate using penguins in such a manner... unless they're virtual penguins, in which case it's fair game.
Getting to Know Windows Live and Spaces
#7 / 2009-07-14 09:00:00 / 2:01 min.
Among it's many features Windows Live gives you direct access to MSN and all of the content there. You can access
games, news, weather, sports, financial information,
and much more. This is a great way to get just about everything you want right from withinWindows Live
.
Getting to Know Windows Live and Spaces
#1 / 2009-07-06 09:00:00 / 1:43 min.
If you'd like a powerful, yet
It's not just for "chatting" anymore. You can use it to
easy-to-use
way tokeep in touch with your family and friends
Windows Live may be your solution.It's not just for "chatting" anymore. You can use it to
share photos, instant message, play games
and so much more.
A Beginner's Guide to Ubuntu
#8 / 2009-06-17 09:00:00 / 1:46 min.
In addition to having
software for work
,Ubuntu
also comes with software to play. There are a range ofgames
for children of all age. Aome are already installed and, as with everything Ubuntu, they're free.
Mr. Mobile
#22 / 2009-06-10 17:00:00 / 5:28 min.
Stuck on a boring commuter flight? Rather than sit through the generally dismal in-flight movie while eating over-priced in-flight meals, check out these two great flight related games for the iPhone. As Mr. Mobile, Jay Goldman points out, there's nothing like these flight games to take the edge off on a long journey.
Mr. Mobile
#16 / 2009-04-08 14:59:08 / 3:31 min.
Mr. Mobile takes a look a Crayon Physics Deluxe on the iPhone. This fun physics based game might even teach you a few things. The basic goal is simple: push the ball to the goal. The puzzles turn into mind-benders in later levels though.
Windows Live Messenger
#11 / 2009-04-03 09:00:00 / 19:50 min.
Windows Live Messenger
, formerly known asMSN Messenger
, is a great way to keep in touch with friends and family, whether they're around the corner or all around the world. You cansend and receive free instant messages
, even play a game together while chatting, share files,voice and video chat
and so much more. Doc Callahan explains in this 10-part series on Windows Live Messenger
Windows Live Messenger
#10 / 2009-04-03 00:09:00 / 2:45 min.
We've covered most of the major functions of Windows Live Messenger, but there are lots of fun features that we haven't looked at yet. Here we'll go over just some of the little features that you can take advantage of when you use Windows Live Messenger.
Windows Live Messenger
#1 / 2009-03-23 00:09:00 / 1:43 min.
Over the years Messenger from Microsoft has evolved from MSN to Windows Messenger and finally into Windows Live Messenger; a program that really lets you do it all. You can access your Windows Live Hotmail account, share folders and files, chat with family and friends, make phone calls, send SMS messages and much more.
Rocking with Winamp
#5 / 2009-03-13 09:00:00 / 2:37 min.
Why just listen to and watch your own songs and videos when you can listen and watch free stuff online? A good question with a good answer. Winamp Media Player gives you the ability to quickly access online music, video, games and podcasts.
@
#86 / 2009-02-20 13:07:57 / 3:38 min.
@ hit the preview party for Halo Wars, the upcoming "real-time strategy" (RTS) game for the Xbox 360. We chat with Jeff Rivait on the Xbox team about what we can expect to see in Halo Wars when it launches on March 3, 2009 an why gamers are getting excited. .
On Deck
#18 / 2009-02-20 12:00:00 / 3:17 min.
Matt Harris goes on location at the Halo Wars preview event in Toronto. He chats with Andrew Moore-Crispin about why exactly butterscotch is at this preview party, what the heck Halo is and when we can expect to see the latest episode of @ (At) where Andrew gets the scoop on Halo Wars. (hint: by the time you read this, the episode will already be online).
Mr. Mobile
#6 / 2009-01-28 17:00:00 / 2:48 min.
If you've ever played any of the Guitar Hero, Rockband or Dance Dance Revolution games, you'll get the idea behind Tap Tap Revenge immediately. With adaptations of popular songs available for download, one- two- and online multi-player modes, Tap Tap Revenge brings a level of interaction to your favorite music using the iPhone's touch screen.
@
#80 / 2009-01-19 17:30:00 / 3:30 min.
Using gesture control and the accelerometers in the iPhone, ZooZ Mobile's ZooZ Beat turns anyone with an iPhone into a DJ.
@
#53 / 2009-01-14 17:30:00 / 2:08 min.
Steering a car sans steering wheel, Sean checks out GestureTek's latest game (and presumably other applications forthcoming) control system. Using a camera mounted above or below the display, your hands become the controller. No special gloves, joysticks, steering wheels etc. required. Think motion control on the Wii without the Wii controller.
@
#10 / 2009-01-08 12:30:00 / 2:48 min.
Not the most creative product title perhaps but certainly among the most descriptive. DuckHunter is a cool new toy from Interactive Toy Concepts that couples the company's expertise in small, inexpensive and most important, fun radio controlled toys and adds a new element. We see the duck get launched through across the show floor and shot down with the infrared light gun. At about $30, what's not to like?
@
#7 / 2009-01-08 09:31:00 / 1:54 min.
Ever wish your all-in-one computer did EVERYTHING? The Lenovo A600 is getting close! It's got a wireless remote that also acts as a 3D mouse, can be a voice over IP (VoIP) handset for wireless chatting and even plays the role of a decidedly Nintendo Wii-like controller with the included games.
@
#3 / 2009-01-07 13:03:15 / 2:32 min.
The lowly mouse. Long has it sat on our desktops, relatively unchanged. Well, the Falcon game controller from Novint Technology is hoping to make the unassuming desktop mouse its prey. This innovative new game controller hopes to change the way we play PC games
Nintendo Wii advanced features
In this series we give you an
advanced Wii tutorial
. We'll show you some moreadvanced Wii features
like how toconnect your Wii to the Internet
, how tobrowse Wii channels
, how touse the Wii Store
and more. We also include an episode where we'll explain some points aboutGameCube compatibility
.
Developer Junior
Hosts: Joey deVilla and Junior
If you're a
This show is funded by and co-produced with Microsoft.
If you're a
kid born to be a game developer
or a tech guru, Developer Junior is for you. This video series stars Joey deVilla and Junior, a fast-talking skater kid, who use Microsoft tools toteach kids to program
.Learn to build your own web site
,edit video
,develop your own videogames
,program your own software
and more.This show is funded by and co-produced with Microsoft.
How to keep your Facebook account private and secure
If you have
Facebook security concerns
then we have some quick and easy advice on how tosecure your Facebook account
. In this series we'll cover all sorts ofFacebook security issues
from yourFacebook default privacy settings
toblocking users on Facebook
andmaking your Facebook posts private
.
Top 10 free and top 10 paid iPhone apps
In this series we highlight some of the best apps to hit the iPhone. In the first two episodes we'll talk about the top 10 best free iPhone apps and in the following two episodes we'll show you the top 10 best paid apps for iPhone so you get the best bang for your buck.
A Beginner's Guide to Ubuntu
What is Linux? You've probably heard of Ubuntu as it is the most widely adopted Linux distribution. But what is Ubuntu? Doc Callahan offers a video guided tour of Ubuntu. Doc covers everything from running Windows applications on Ubuntu, games in Ubuntu, applications in Ubuntu, Linux versus Windows and much more. If you've never tried Ubuntu, this is your beginner's guide. If you've already tried Ubuntu, you might still learn a thing or two.
How to set up the Nintendo Wii
In this series we'll show you
how to set up the Wii
game console. We'll start by showing youhow to hook up the Wii
hardware andconfigure your Wii
system and how to properly place the Wii sensor bar. We'll also show you how tonavigate the Wii dashboard
,create a Mii character
andconnect a Wiimote
to your system.
Windows Live Messenger
Windows Live Messenger, formerly known as MSN Messenger, is a great way to keep in touch with friends and family, whether they're around the corner or all around the world. You can send and receive free instant messages, even play a game together while chatting, share files, voice and video chat and so much more. Doc Callahan explains in this 10-part series on Windows Live Messenger
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