Chromebooks are replacing iPads in Classrooms of US

Apple and Microsoft devices have always dominated the US schools, but for the first time Chromebook has now become the most popular device when it comes to use in US Schools. According to IDC statistics, the total number of Chromebooks shipped to US schools is 715,500 in Third quarter of 2014 while iPads total 702,000. The main factor which made such a huge difference is definitely the price difference between devices. As Chromebook’s starting price is $199 compared to Apple’s higher-priced tablets which has a starting price of $379. Not to mention, Chromebooks integrated keyboard also makes it quite appealing. However, Apple also supplies keyboards with iPads to some schools but they are also separately charging for it. The report also states that one fourth of the Educational market is now being dominated by the Chromebooks.

This doesn’t mean Apple never tried to dominate this market. In 2013, Apple tried to make a deal with Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) to make iPad available for every student, but the deal didn’t get approved as students somehow found a way to bypass the restrictions imposed on the iPad. IDC also revealed that Apple had a first full year decline in the shipment of iPad.   

Spyglass Advance GPS Navigation App For iPhone And iPad

GPS Navigation systems are now common in smartphones but they are still not capable of some advance outdoor and off-road navigation which can now be fulfilled with Spyglass Navigation app available on iPhone and iPad. Spyglass provides a large scale GPS navigation which comes in handy as cars , bikes , boats, vehicle , aircraft and provides navigation help in driving, cycling, sailing , flying, hiking of the roads, in the fields or woods and even in the sea and air. Now let me ask you , are these large scale facilities available on your built-in navigation system in iPhone or iPad , off course not, the regular maps are only to guide you on specific path using Google maps, but spyglass has beefed up the navigation system and given some muscles. lets see some of the great features available in Spyglass navigation app for iOS devices.

Spyglass is installed with a special 3D augmented reality technology which helps you not to get lost anywhere. Spyglass is powerful and a complete navigation toolkit which packs some great tech features which includes : A hi-tech viewfinder (HUD), milspec compass, gyrocompass, maps, tactical GPS, waypoint tracker, speedometer, altimeter, gyro horizon, sniper’s rangefinder, coordinate converter, sextant, inclinometer, angular calculator and zoom camera.

Spyglass navigation app even supports different coordinate systems like Civilian , Military, MGRS, UTM and OSGB . If you love to play outdoor games like hiking , geocaching, cycling and driving , Spyglass is the perfect app to navigate through your ways easily. Spyglass is only available on iPhone and iPad for $3.99. You can download the app directly from iTunes and explore the power of Spyglass navigation on your iPhone and iPad.

Office For iPad Received 12 Million Downloads In One Week Only

Microsoft Office app for iPad has managed to receive 12 million downloads in just one week after its launch. The interest of office productivity suit was previously seen among people before its launch and seeing this result truly confirms that Microsoft Office app for iPad is users first choice for office work. The report was tweeted on official Ms office account on twitter. Office app for iPad is free to download which allows users to read and present their documents using Word, Excel and PowerPoint however if they want to edit something , they have to purchase the subscription. Microsoft has not reported how many Office 365 subscription were there in 12 million downloads, but it seems like people took the full advantage of the free productivity suit. Company said in a statement to Seatletimes , " We are extremely pleased with the Office for iPad interest We have seem from consumers and business alike, We have no additional news to share". 

Next MS Office App Update On iPad Will Let You Print Documents

Microsoft Office App on iPad has been updated with great features and functionality but still the print out part is lagging. With the recent update of MS office on iPad , you can still not print hard copies from your printer. Well , this feature is kept safe for future update. Microsoft told PCWorld that printing support on MS office app will come as a future part. For now users can read and write through the office app, but printing support needs some more advanced connectivity like the ones used in laptops when user opt for printing through Wi-Fi. Well , users can stick to their desktops for now, but soon Microsoft will give a new surprise. Company said in a statement, "Office for iPad was designed from the ground up for the iPad and for the productivity scenarios that an iPad is well suited for,For example, delivering a PowerPoint presentation, reviewing and annotating a Word document or making changes to a financial analysis in Excel. Office for iPad ensures that documents look as good as they do on a PC or Mac. The apps have a familiar look and feel, and are designed for touch. And when you edit documents with the iPad, you can be sure that no content or formatting is lost. " Company also said, "We will continue to update the applications based on customer feedback and needs, Similar to other Microsoft apps (like One Note for iPad) and the Office 365 service, we provide feature updates based on an ongoing basis. Since launching Office 365 last year, we've delivered more than 100 updates to the commercial and consumer services extending the Office 365 subscription value".

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Microsoft Offering Free One Year Office 365 Subscription For iPad

As you all know Microsoft today announced its new Office suit for iPad , a great productivity companion with three separate apps Excel , Word and PowerPoint on App store. These separate apps are free but with limited access unless you subscribe to one year Office 365 subscription which is $99, to completely utilize the app. Microsoft is making this subscription easy for 50 lucky people. Company has announced an offer, giving free one year office 365 subscription to first 50 people who bring their iPad to Microsoft store. This offer is only for 3 days starting from March 28th to March 30th, so people who have Microsoft retail store nearby, can utilize this offer but you have to hurry, Only 50 people will be chosen for the lucky offer. If you see big line at Microsoft stores, don't feel strange they are trying their luck to save $99.