Monthly Archives: November 2010
Our Adopted Welsh Cottage
As Katherine said in our last entry, we weren’t too keen on the idea of travelling or being ‘out in the open’ during winter. This was especially true after seeing what late autumn’s rainfall did to the site we were staying on in Truro: It was a miracle that we escaped the boggy mire at all! So, imagine our glee … Continue reading
Win Chris Guillebeau’s “Travel Master Kit”
Help us celebrate our launch by entering our competition. Simply spread the word for a chance to win Chris Guillebeau’s Travel Master Kit valued at $129. Includes his “Frequent Flyer Master ebook”, the original “Discount Airfare Guide ebook”, and “Travel Ninja ebook”, complete with bonuses. http://cartographer-app.com
Introducing The Cartographer… the ultimate map app
Almost a year and a half of travelling, wishing this iPhone app existed. Ten months of programming on the road. Eight months of testing the app during our own travels. Our new iPhone app is finally here! We are super proud of how it’s turned out. We’ve seriously out-done ourselves on this one, folks. Without further ado, and a healthy … Continue reading
The Cartographer iPhone App: Google My Maps with Offline Functionality on Your iPhone
The Cartographer iPhone app will give users the ability to use their custom Google My Maps offline, an essential component for travellers. Avoid potentially hefty roaming charges No need for a data plan Use The Cartographer even when you’re in a no coverage area Pricing and Availability: At a worldwide 50% off introductory price of $1.99 (USD), The Cartographer is … Continue reading
The Cartographer: The Essential iPhone Map App for Travellers
Win 1 of 15 Free Copies of The Cartographer Subscribe to our newsletter to stay up to date and for a chance of winning one of fifteen promo codes. Win Chris Guillebeau’s “Travel Master Kit” Follow @ATastyPixel on Twitter. Tweet this: Win Chris Guillebeau’s “Travel Master Kit” for the launch of @ATastyPixel’s The Cartographer http://cartographer-app.com The Contest ends November 25th, … Continue reading
Software Should be Beautiful
Software should be beautiful, and should be a pleasure to use. The Cartographer combines antique cartography styling with cutting edge technology. On the iPhone 4’s Retina display, The Cartographer flaunts stunning high-resolution graphics. Win 1 of 15 Free Copies of The Cartographer Subscribe to our newsletter to stay up to date and for a chance of winning one of fifteen … Continue reading
The Cartographer iPhone App: Access and Edit Custom Google My Maps on the iPhone
Plan Trips Plan trips on the desktop by plotting vacation ideas on Google My Maps. Execute Trips Sync Google My Maps with the iPhone, effortlessly and totally automatically and use your notes on the road Record Trip Information Record your adventures by leaving virtual breadcrumbs: Save a placemark with your location at any time, even without an Internet connection. Share … Continue reading
Exmoor National Park in Autumn
Well, we’ve finally done it and left Cornwall! When we decided to settle down in Cornwall for a bit and get some work done, neither of us anticipated we’d be there for six months! Until recently, we hadn’t any idea what we were going to do over winter. We didn’t particularly fancy travelling during winter, but nor did we want … Continue reading
The Cartographer iPhone App: A Map Fit for Royalty
Win 1 of 15 Free Copies of The Cartographer Subscribe to our newsletter to stay up to date and for a chance of winning one of fifteen promo codes. Win Chris Guillebeau’s “Travel Master Kit” Follow @ATastyPixel on Twitter. Tweet this: Win Chris Guillebeau’s “Travel Master Kit” valued at $129 for the launch of @ATastyPixel’s The Cartographer http://cartographer-app.com The Contest … Continue reading
Tantalising Teaser Tidbit 2: The Cartographer
We’ve created an app that we wished existed. We’ve been traveling since June 2009 and wanted a way to have the maps we made with Google My Maps, detailing our travel plans, on our iPhone. We developed The Cartographer as we traveled through Europe for eight months and have been using it the whole time: So it’s truly been developed … Continue reading
A Week of Tantalising Teasers for our Upcoming iPhone App for Travellers
Paper maps are becoming obsolete but it doesn’t mean we have to lose their vintage beauty and romantic charm. Interested in having this tasty nugget of travel app goodness on your iPhone? In one week – on 18th November to be specific – all will be revealed. Win 1 of 15 Free Copies of The Cartographer Subscribe to our newsletter … Continue reading