Author Archives: Brandon K

OOTP 13 now available to pre-order

by on January 22nd, 2012 at 7:26 pm

OOTP 13, the next release in the highly successful and award winning baseball simulation series, is now available for pre-order.  Everyone that pre-orders will receive the game three days before its official release. Act before Feb. 15 and you’ll save $5 and be entered in a drawing:  three people will …

A note about iBooks from the future – January 19, 2017

by on January 19th, 2012 at 8:06 pm

Image Source:  macrumors.com It’s hard to believe that it’s only been five years since Apple revolutionized yet another industry.  Computers, cell phones, TV’s, and music weren’t enough, apparently.  The rumors turned to facts and, finally, Apple entered the textbook market. And I think we all know what happens when Apple …

Are retail smartphone apps driving away customers?

by on October 23rd, 2011 at 10:08 am

The evolution of the internet and mobile communication has had a profound impact on many other areas as well.  One of the most affected aspects is how consumers shop for… well, anything, really. Retail chains, for example, now have to consider ways to increase traffic on their online stores, but …

Scott Forstall’s new gig

by on October 13th, 2011 at 6:26 pm

Businessweek had an interesting piece on Apple’s iOS chief Scott Forstall and his ever-increasing role at Apple, especially after the death of Steve Jobs. I can remember a few years back when Steve Jobs was diagnosed with cancer.  Obvious concern for his personal well being aside, I remember wondering how …

The genius of the Genius Bar

by on August 31st, 2011 at 6:49 pm

Image Source:  applegeniusbar.org It’s a funny feeling to live during a time where Apple products are so-pop-culture that there is a segment of society that takes joy in being proud Apple product avoiders.  After all, as fellow Apple fans, who can’t recall the time where owning Apple products meant you …

Review: OOTP 12

by on July 26th, 2011 at 4:19 pm

Typing out this review for OOTP 12 reminds me of how I felt when I first launched the game:  overwhelmed.  The game is so unbelievably deep that this review could rival the Bible in length.  In the interests of our readers, however, I’ll shorten it up a bit.  But know …

Review: Assemblage 2

by on July 7th, 2011 at 7:03 pm

Full Disclaimer # 1:  I have never played Assemblage 1. Full Disclaimer # 2:  Because I find the sequel so entertaining and fun, Full Disclaimer # 1 will soon be rendered invalid. Pick-up-and-play games seem to be a dime a dozen in the ever-expanding App Store.  It’s nearly impossible to …

Contest: Win a free Toddy Smart Cloth!

by on July 5th, 2011 at 5:36 pm

Contest deadline is Thursday, July 7th at 9:00 PM EST What’s at stake iSource, in conjunction with ToddyGear.com, is happy to give away two (2) 5 x 7 Toddy Smart Cloths to all of our greasy-fingered readers out there.  The design will be chosen by the good people of ToddyGear.com. …

Review: iOOTP Baseball 2011 for iPhone

by on May 15th, 2011 at 3:06 pm

I’ve been a video game fan my entire life, dating back all the way to when I was first able to pick up a joystick.  It would be tough for me to pick a favorite genre, but sports games have always been near the top of my list.  And while …

Congressman labels iPad as a jobs killer

by on April 19th, 2011 at 7:01 pm

  Image Source: nydailynews.com Apple, forever on the cusp of innovative technology and “the next big thing,” found themselves in the middle of a congressman’s speech on the House floor last Friday.  Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. (D-Il.) made mention of the Cupertino-based giant, but not in the positive, glowing way …

Some iPad 2 units affected by screen bleeding?

by on March 15th, 2011 at 5:08 pm

  In my iPad 2 Impressions post the other day, I mentioned how I thought my screen was suffering from the bonding issue that plagued many iPhone 4 users upon its release.  I was none too worried, seeing as how this is supposed to be a temporary issue that corrects …