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RunKeeper’s new Goal Coach feature taps user data to tailor your fitness objectives and training plans

Apr24
by on April 24, 2014 at 3:00 pm
Posted In: Apps, Around the Web, Insider

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Perennially popular GPS fitness-tracking app RunKeeper has offered training plans for a while already, but with an update rolling out today for its iPhone app, the company is introducing a new feature that aggregates data from across the platform to personalize training plans and goals. The company says that those who complete fitness goals typically log 50% more miles and an average of 30% more workouts per month than those who don’t set goals. And with Goal Coach, it’s all about ensuring users are working towards achievable yet challenging goals.     With today’s update, you’ll see a new ‘Goals’ tab…

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RunKeeper’s new Goal Coach feature taps user data to tailor your fitness objectives and training plans

Apr24
by on April 24, 2014 at 3:00 pm
Posted In: Apps, Around the Web, Insider

Coach in locker room, standing in front of chalkboard
Perennially popular GPS fitness-tracking app RunKeeper has offered training plans for a while already, but with an update rolling out today for its iPhone app, the company is introducing a new feature that aggregates data from across the platform to personalize training plans and goals. The company says that those who complete fitness goals typically log 50% more miles and an average of 30% more workouts per month than those who don’t set goals. And with Goal Coach, it’s all about ensuring users are working towards achievable yet challenging goals.     With today’s update, you’ll see a new ‘Goals’ tab…

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Bitcoin wallet Xapo announces a global MasterCard debit card

Apr24
by on April 24, 2014 at 3:00 pm
Posted In: Around the Web, Insider

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Xapo today announced the upcoming release of a MasterCard debit card that ties into its Bitcoin wallet product. Orders for the card start today and should begin shipping in about two months. Customers can order a free digital debit card for online purchases, but physical cards come with a small fee ($15). The debit card will offer the same functionality as your usual bank card, but Xapo will process transactions in realtime to take the money out of your Bitcoin wallet. Currency conversions will use the Bitstamp rate. Xapo offers two storage products for your Bitcoins: a wallet and a vault. The vault…

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Bitcoin wallet Xapo announces a global MasterCard debit card

Apr24
by on April 24, 2014 at 3:00 pm
Posted In: Around the Web, Insider

xapo
Xapo today announced the upcoming release of a MasterCard debit card that ties into its Bitcoin wallet product. Orders for the card start today and should begin shipping in about two months. Customers can order a free digital debit card for online purchases, but physical cards come with a small fee. The debit card will offer the same functionality as your usual bank card, but Xapo will process transactions in realtime to take the money out of your Bitcoin wallet. Currency conversions will use the Bitstamp rate. Xapo offers two storage products for your Bitcoins: a wallet and a vault. The vault stores…

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IFTTT lands on Android with fresh channels for notifications, SMS, photos, and more

Apr24
by on April 24, 2014 at 3:00 pm
Posted In: Apps, Around the Web, Product Launches

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IFTTT (If This, Then That) is a delightful tool that helps people use their favorite Internet-based services in conjunction with one another. By defining custom rules and effects, you can quickly automate complex and laborious tasks. After launching an iPhone app in July last year, the company is back with an Android incarnation. Available for devices running Android version 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) and higher, the app is well-designed and stocked with useful features. You can review your existing “recipes” and see when they were last activated, as well as search for new ones and set them up from inside…

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