Review: Take the Stress out of Tipping (iPhone)

Take the stress out of tipping

Tipping Tips - iPhone

This may seem like an unusual application to review on this site.   But as a big gadget and technology fan I am keen to share useful applications that will save you time and hassle.  

I am constantly looking at ways to reduce stress using my iPhone and some smart-phone apps can directly or indirectly assist with this goal. 

Tipping Tips is an iPhone app that provides tipping advice.  There are many apps out there that will calculate tips for meals out, or split the bill between several people, but this does far more.

For anyone who travels to another country you will have encountered the struggle with how much to tip and when, for example a taxi from the airport, porter or other services.  Do I pay the exact fare, round up or pay a fixed percentage?  What works in one country doesn't apply everywhere so the answer isn't always straightforward.  For example did you know it's insulting to tip in Japan (bar a few minor exceptions)?

Pricing: UK - 0.59p, US - $0.99

Tipping Tips - iTunes App Store

Review: Runkeeper PRO App (iPhone)

RunKeeper Pro

If you enjoy walking,  running or other activities that can be tracked via GPS - RunKeeper Pro should be on your iphone (or Android device).  

It is feature packed, tracking all the vital stats in relation to pace/speed and distance.  It will record both automated and manual activities of your choice and provide prompts on your progress throughout.

For workouts you can choose between programming your own or use one of those supplied.

One of the most useful features is being able to listen to music on a run (for those who wish to do so), and you can take phone calls and when finished the app will continue where you left off.

For those looking to socialise their progress - in-built Twitter and Facebook integration is included so you can post your workout results.

It is now iPhone 4 compatible and there is a feature reduced free version.  It currently costs 5.99 GBP and 9.99 USD.  Not the cheapest of iPhone applications however it replaces dedicated GPS devices costing hundreds. 

 

RunKeeper Pro - iTunes App Store (UK)

RunKeeper Pro - iTunes App Store (US)