Friday, September 19, 2008

Reviewing iPhone applications - iFlags

One of the more interesting iPhone applications I have downloaded is called iFlags. It displays an international flag and presents the names of three countries. You touch the country name that you think matches the flag. The app tells you right away if your selection is correct. If it's wrong, you get to select again or you can move to the next flag.

There is something about the quiz-like format that makes it fun. It feels like your knowledge is being tested. (Can you recall all 200 countries in the world?)

Recalling iPhone 3G USB power adaptors

Apple announced today that some of the iPhone 3G USB power adaptors are faulty. The metal prongs are prone to breakage and might remain in the outlet, creating risk of electric shock.

Apple has initiated an adaptor exchange program where you can replace the adaptors starting October 10. In the mean time, you should charge the iPhone by connecting the it to the computer using the supplied USB cable.

For details about the recall, see the Safety Notice at the Apple website.