Lory Gil

Writer of all things app related, traveler of the space-time continuum, baker of really great cookies. Follow me @appaholik

Lumino City review: a puzzle adventure that’s as good as it looks

Lory Gil ∙ Updated April 19, 2018

Puzzle adventure games are a dime a dozen, but that doesn't mean they are all good (or all bad, for that matter). Finding the right mix of complexity and innovation, combined with proper elements of visual aesthetic, is not that easy.

Lumino City has found the right mix. Not only is it visually pleasing (read below to find out more about that), but the puzzles are also unique and complex, without being so difficult that you lose interest. We've got a full game review of Lumino City for you today.

Best apps of the week: Bricks, Rounds, Action Movie FX, and more

Lory Gil ∙ Updated October 16, 2018

So, what do you think of your new Apple TV? I'm loving it. I know that Apple hasn't changed the way we watch TV with its new set-top box, but I can't get over how fun it is to play some of my favorite iOS games on the big screen without experiencing the lag that AirPlay usually has. I'm looking forward to being able to make app folders on my Home screen, too.

If you are looking for new content for you new Apple TV, or if you just want something you can access on your mobile screen, check out our list of apps and games below.

Targus Versavu folio for iPad Air 2 is a sturdy and practical case

Lory Gil ∙ Updated June 11, 2018

When it comes to protection for Apple's tablet, there is a number of options. You may want a waterproof case so you can read by the pool, or a rugged case so you can take it on hikes. A nice folio is great for heading out to a business meeting.

Targus' Versavu is a folio case that is all business. It protects your iPad Air 2 from scrapes and bumps while providing a classic look. This model also features a rotating shell so you can flip your tablet into portrait mode.

The Yamaha YAS-203 delivers great sound at a great price

Lory Gil ∙ Updated April 19, 2018

Whether you are watching Star Wars on Blu-Ray or listening to Drake in iTunes, you want your audio to be at its best. Having a home theater system that also lets you play music from your iPhone 6s is even better.

Yamaha's YAS-203 sound bar with subwoofer is a top-of-the-line home theater audio connector with the added benefit of having Bluetooth support, so you can watch movies with full power and switch over to listening to music on your iPhone 6s without skipping a beat.

WLPPR: use beautiful satellite images as wallpapers

Lory Gil ∙ Updated April 19, 2018

Some of the most popular types of wallpapers for iOS are space-themed. Thanks to Apple's love of the galaxy, we've come to really enjoy the beauty of intergalactic images on our Home screen.

WLPPR is a wallpaper app that collects satellite images not only of space, but also from space. It provides weekly updated images that you can capture and set as your wallpaper.

Grain Audio PWS.01 is a portable speaker with depth and style

Lory Gil ∙ November 3, 2015

When it comes to portable speakers, a lot of times, convenience trumps sound quality and you end up with a device that you can take anywhere, but doesn't really provide the best listening experience.

Grain Audio has added MaxxAudio sound processing, created by GRAMMY award-winning Waves Audio, to a walnut speaker shell with two two-inch loudspeakers and a bass isolation system that does not compromise sound quality for portability.

Plaaying for Mac review: a better way to share what you’re listening to

Lory Gil ∙ November 2, 2015

Some people like to share what they are listening to with others. You might see a half-dozen tweets in an hour from a friend, but then nothing for the rest of the day. What gives? Did he stop listening to music, or just forget to share it?

Plaaying for Mac is a third-party music player that has a customizable auto-sharing feature so you can let your friends know what you are listening to without having to actually share it manually. We've got a full app review of Plaaying for Mac for you today.

Best apps of the week: Lean, Lumino City, Stash Invest, and more

Lory Gil ∙ Updated May 17, 2018

Apple TV fans are finally about to get their mitts on the much-anticipated new Apple TVs. We've been waiting years for this one, and can't wait to see what kinds of apps and games are coming to our big screen, no AirPlay required, even if Siri isn't going to be of much help.

If you can't wait to see what is coming to the big screen, and need some small-screen time to tide you over, we've got a list of apps and games we think you should check out. And, don't worry, Siri is going to help you out on Apple TV someday.

This app lets you create custom Apple Watch faces

Lory Gil ∙ Updated April 19, 2018

So, you want a little more variety than what Apple has to offer for watch faces. And, you want them to be more personal than the specially designed images that Apple Faces provides. But you don't like using any old picture from your Photo library without being able to give it a little more Apple Watch-i-ness.

Watch Faces is a customizable photo app that specializes in making images for Apple Watch. You can use whatever photo you want, and with customizable layers, you can turn a random photo into an Apple Watch face.

This pico projector is smaller than your iPhone 6s

Lory Gil ∙ Updated April 19, 2018

While nothing is a perfect substitute for a full projector, having a miniature, mobile version can really get you out of a spot. It is especially cool if it plays nice with iOS, no special cables needed.

FAVI's J6-LED-PICO projector is a good fit for size and price. Plus, it wirelessly connects to your iPhone 6s using AirPlay so you don't have to invest in additional cables.

Scosche reVOLT car charger packs a 12-watt punch

Lory Gil ∙ Updated April 19, 2018

Car chargers can be hit-or-miss when it comes to how fast you can get juiced up before your drive is over. Ideally, a high powered charger will get you up to speed, at least as fast as your stock iPhone 6s wall charger would.

Scosche's reVOLT is a dual port car charger that connects to your vehicle's power accessory outlet (otherwise known as the cigarette lighter). It packs 12 watts of power for 2.4 amps per port, so you can charge your most power hungry devices fast.

Apps of the week: Lively, Pic Scanner, Chored, and more

Lory Gil ∙ Updated September 10, 2024

This week, Apple rolled out updates across the board for Mac, iOS, Apple Watch and iTunes. Unfortunately for jailbreakers, iOS 9.1 is off limits for now. With the new updates, you'll want to see how well content performs on your various devices. If you are looking for new apps and games to push your device to its limits, check out our weekend app list below.