iPhone Snowboarding App - Page 2 - Snowboarding Forum

CheeseForSteeze · 03-28-2012, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by msmith222

the answer is super simple. to develop for iPhone is as simple as developing one app. Android is horribly fragmented and getting worse, and that results in the need for many versions of the app, just within the Android ecosystem. the fact that it's "open" results in many versions for different phones and manufacturers since manufacturers are convinced they can "improve" the OS with some crap skin over the top. i am also no techie (maybe a little), but any developer will tell you the same. and before the flame wars begin, i harbor no ill will toward any platform. i have used Android and been impressed, even if it is not my personal choice.

This isn't true of just Android. It's also true of Apple. 3GS does not have full support for iOS5 and its iOS4 support was limited. Just about all current generation of handsets can (and are) running 2.3.4 which just updated to 2.3.6. Fragmentation, if anything, is improving. When the technology gets too old to support the newest platform, the user will update to a newer handset. But this is the same with Apple. My 3GS won't support iOS5 and thus, I'm required to update to a 4 or 4S when I want apps that are only supported by iOS5 and beyond.

Developers aren't really worried about supporting by sub 2.1 Android devices nor are developers concerned with iOS3.

uStompSnow · 03-30-2012, 09:58 AM

Re: Android, I am looking into making an App and partnering up to do it

So fingers crossed.

But for now, I would still appreciate on point feedback about the App as it progresses. The new version should drop later today! I want it to be the best tool for snowboarders serious about progressing their riding.

Thank you all.

Sam

Casual · 03-30-2012, 11:09 AM

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Originally Posted by poutanen

I'm not so sure I get the value in the app at the moment, seems like it's more aimed for the guys in the park? Something I'd like would be a resort app, with access to stats for all resorts, snowfall, trail maps, webcams, etc.

Poutanen - get the Northface Snow Report app, it has what you aksed for. Ski Tracks is a good one too using your gps for speed and runs etc.

This app is obviously aimed at teaching people tricks.

My feedback - written word is ok but I think video would go along ways, people dont just want to read - they need to see it, thats why they all go to youtube. Anyways I suggest you break out your tricks from Frontside and Backside both in the air and on rails, they are two very different things. Also - how about a checklist of all the tricks you have so a user can check them off as they master them? I'm not sure this app is something that would really teach a person how to freestyle snowboard, but its a handy little guide to pull out if your bored and looking for a trick to try out.

poutanen · 03-30-2012, 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Casual

Poutanen - get the Northface Snow Report app, it has what you aksed for. Ski Tracks is a good one too using your gps for speed and runs etc.

Thanks I'll look into the Northface app... Currently I'm using Trekbuddy for my GPS tracking. Mainly because it supports all versions of symbian (as well as Android, Blackberry OS, etc. etc. etc.). And it can be used for multiple sports.

uStompSnow · 03-30-2012, 03:49 PM

Casual, really good feedback.

Several points: I agree on video and I am working on incorporating it to the next release (actually release after next), but did you see the images and grab indicators? As some people miss those so I think I may need to make then more obvious?

Also, the checklist is a great idea. Someone suggested it on a UK forum and I am working with someone else to try and do that. It sounds easy, but for a casual developer like me it's actually rather complex! I'm working on it though.

The newer release came out a few hours ago but is a minor upgrade. The next release in 1.5 weeks time will have a whole host of usability upgrades, and new tricks and features and images!

Really appreciate the feedback guys! Keep it up!

Casual · 03-30-2012, 04:19 PM

I did see it yes, pretty cool. All in all its a sweet little app for someone that is not a designer by trade - good job.

uStompSnow · 04-04-2012, 06:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Casual

I did see it yes, pretty cool. All in all its a sweet little app for someone that is not a designer by trade - good job.

Thank you very much! I have been away snowboarding, so not been working on the app for a few days, but back later today so will begin to implement the feasible changes that were suggested here and other forums.

Thanks again for the kind feedback, and please do let me know if you think of anything else that could improve the App!

Sam

uStompSnow · 04-11-2012, 03:07 PM

Hey all,

Huge update for you. In response to the feedback on here, I have been working on adding videos for the tricks. The code was tough, but I managed to get it down finally.

Now a video will open up within the App and stream the how-to video for you, to go with the text and images already in the App.

Whatsmore, 15 new tricks and grabs were added, to help add more value to the App.

Still very keen to hear your feedback and suggestions. The new updated App will be live in 8 days.

Sorry to double-post- but I got terribly excited about this update.

Thanks

Sam

xelxguapo · 04-17-2012, 06:10 PM

I downloaded the app and tried it out. Pretty cool so far.

One thing I'd like to see, is maybe some settings to change from regular to goofy.

uStompSnow · 04-18-2012, 07:28 AM

Xelxguapo, thank you very much for your feedback. It isn't something I had thought of before actually. Most of the descriptions are given using "front foot" "front edge" etc, rather than directional specific. But of course the images and videos which come out in a few days all favour one foot forward.

I am not sure how easy it would be to make a switch from regular to goofy and vice versa, but it would for sure be a nice feature. I will investigate it asap.

Thanks again for the feedback, I hope you enjoy the app and the next improved version which drops in a few days.

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03-30-2012, 09:58 AM	#12 (permalink)
uStompSnow Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 31	Re: Android, I am looking into making an App and partnering up to do it So fingers crossed. But for now, I would still appreciate on point feedback about the App as it progresses. The new version should drop later today! I want it to be the best tool for snowboarders serious about progressing their riding. Thank you all. Sam

03-30-2012, 03:49 PM	#15 (permalink)
uStompSnow Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 31	Casual, really good feedback. Several points: I agree on video and I am working on incorporating it to the next release (actually release after next), but did you see the images and grab indicators? As some people miss those so I think I may need to make then more obvious? Also, the checklist is a great idea. Someone suggested it on a UK forum and I am working with someone else to try and do that. It sounds easy, but for a casual developer like me it's actually rather complex! I'm working on it though. The newer release came out a few hours ago but is a minor upgrade. The next release in 1.5 weeks time will have a whole host of usability upgrades, and new tricks and features and images! Really appreciate the feedback guys! Keep it up!

03-30-2012, 04:19 PM	#16 (permalink)
Casual Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Edmonton Posts: 457	I did see it yes, pretty cool. All in all its a sweet little app for someone that is not a designer by trade - good job.

04-11-2012, 03:07 PM	#18 (permalink)
uStompSnow Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 31	Hey all, Huge update for you. In response to the feedback on here, I have been working on adding videos for the tricks. The code was tough, but I managed to get it down finally. Now a video will open up within the App and stream the how-to video for you, to go with the text and images already in the App. Whatsmore, 15 new tricks and grabs were added, to help add more value to the App. Still very keen to hear your feedback and suggestions. The new updated App will be live in 8 days. Sorry to double-post- but I got terribly excited about this update. Thanks Sam

04-17-2012, 06:10 PM	#19 (permalink)
xelxguapo Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 65	I downloaded the app and tried it out. Pretty cool so far. One thing I'd like to see, is maybe some settings to change from regular to goofy.

04-18-2012, 07:28 AM	#20 (permalink)
uStompSnow Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 31	Xelxguapo, thank you very much for your feedback. It isn't something I had thought of before actually. Most of the descriptions are given using "front foot" "front edge" etc, rather than directional specific. But of course the images and videos which come out in a few days all favour one foot forward. I am not sure how easy it would be to make a switch from regular to goofy and vice versa, but it would for sure be a nice feature. I will investigate it asap. Thanks again for the feedback, I hope you enjoy the app and the next improved version which drops in a few days.