Software I use on my macbook & PC:
DVDRipper Pro for Mac – DVD ripping, can also rip to ISO
Handbrake for Mac – Transcoding from DVD rip to iPhone-playable file
iMovie for Mac – Video editing
BabasChess for Windows – Best chess client for internet play
Hypercam 2 – Best screencapture utility
Skype for both – For reliable messaging as well as voice and video chat
Virtual Clone Drive for Windows – For mounting ISO images
iTunes for Mac – Best music player, and keeps media synced with iPhone
VLC Player for both – For watching movies
DVD Player for Mac – For watching DVDs
iPhone Apps:
Skype – Best messenger
iBooks – Best ebook reader
London Buses – Best London transport router, can route via tube, bus, cycle path and foot
Tube Status – Displays the status of all lines, with any disruptions summarised
NextBuses – Great app that gives you lots of info on the buses and bus stops in your area.
Apple Remote – Apple remote, allows you to control the music on any wi-fi linked iTunes library
Chess.com’s Chess – Great chess game for vs. computer play
TasteKid – Type in a film, author, tv series.. and it will give you similar recommendations
Google Earth – Brilliant for navigational help, although I use iPhone’s inbuilt Maps first, for most things.
SomaFM – Chilled out relaxing electronica
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