Happy 4th of July everyone…
…we felt it was only proper since Saturday marks Independence Day to write about some festive apps and downloads.
KonoLive 2GO: 4th of July Party Contest
KonoLive 2GO is a new daily activities planner app whose purpose is to help you keep your life in control and to get your tasks done in an easy and fun way. To kick off the launch of this new app, they have decided to run a promotion in which the winner has the chance to win $300 at Amazon.com.
All you have to do is use KonoLive 2GO to plan your 4th of July party and then send in photos or videos to show how amazing it was and the best submission wins.
What a great way to ensure you have a great 4th!
4th of July iPhone Apps
Handmarks Fireworks App: allows you to choose between 4 different fireworks images, add music from their patriotic song choices or from your own iPod and then viola… sit back and watch your very own private fireworks show from your iPhone.
iFireworks: watch and even MAKE your own fireworks show. This app also runs in sync with your iTunes library to you can enjoy music while you watch them go off. Some features of this app are: viewing from different countries, multiple burst shapes, touch screen color selection, automated firework show and sound effects.
July 4th- Independence Day: 4 different features that make this a must have app:
- It has an American flag, that you can wave back and forth by swiping your finger across it.
- It allows you to do a little karaoke with the lyrics and recording of The Star Spangles Banner. Just make sure to not break any windows around trying to hit those high notes.
- It also has a 4th of July quiz which asks about the history, geography and achievements of the US. (10 random questions each time you play so you are sure not to get the same ones each time.)
- Lastly it has a 3D representation of the Washington Monument that you can set the time of day and play yourself a little firework show.
Mac Games
4th of July Game: Guide your rocket with the mouse. Follow the spark trail to ignite fireworks and give you an extra boost. A great little game for your Mac!
ScreenSavers
Whether you are the traditional eagle and flag type person, or more artsy and prefer the hypnotic flashing lights from the firework shows, there is a screen saver just right for you for the 4th!
Skyrocket: free, 3D screensaver with realistic sounds, camera flares and lighting for your Mac.
America A Nation of Peace: A free animated Flash screensaver for your Mac.
Beauty of Fireworks: A free animated screensaver of a very artsy rendition of fireworks. A close up of bright lights, sparkles and shimmers.
Free 3d Fireworks 1.6: 3D gorgeous photorealistic picture of fireworks.
American Flag With Eagle: This screen saver allows you to watch as an artist’s hand draws an eagle on the American flag. 
(Note: this picture isn’t representative of the exact wallpaper American Flag with Eagle)
Firework Locations with Google Maps
After recently blogging about Google Maps, I like to stay current on their new apps they are coming out with.
I was pleasantly surprised to see that Google Maps are being utilized to display where the firework shows are, parades and other 4th of July events are being held. Here are just a few of the areas who have been using them. Thanks to Google Maps Mania!
Huntsville, Alabama
Central Pennsylvania
Boston
Sonoma, California
Milwaukee
West Michigan
San Francisco, California
Silicon Valley
Washington DC
North Jersey
