At a Glance

· Personalised travel checklist for all destinations worldwide

· Expert advice on compulsory and recommended vaccinations

· Emergency telephone numbers for destination country

· Ability to save all essential contact details for travel

· Currency converter

· Local information on events, weather and time difference

· Advice on correct travel insurance policies to take out

· Ability to purchase insurance policies via In-App purchase

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The Europ Assistance Group has launched TripOrganizer, a simple and practical iPhone application enabling users to prepare for their travels in the knowledge that are receiving expert advice and invaluable information on their destination and the necessary preparations to ensure their trip is a success.

The traveller, after entering their nationality, country of residence and destination, is given a personalised checklist including details of all of the compulsory and recommended vaccinations, essential official documents needed for travel (such as visas and an up-to-date passport), details of the ideal medical supplies to take along in order to deal with any incidents during the journey, and insurance to be taken out before setting off.

The app also makes it possible to locate the nearest vaccination centre on a map thanks to the application’s geolocation features, and to store travel information (such as passport numbers and hotel contact details, etc).

The TripOrganizer features a progress bar at the bottom of the screen which continuously displays the state of progress with preparations for the trip and the formalities to be completed before the departure date.

 In the event that a NetGlobers member needs to take out an insurance policy (covering emergency assistance, loss of luggage or trip cancellations for example), they can sign up for the insurance they need right away using their iPhone and credit card (In-App purchase) or via an operator using the “click-to-call” button.

It enables anyone travelling abroad to have a range of useful resources right there in their pocket including emergency telephone numbers for the destination country, a currency converter and a conversation guide. These can be accessed without a network connection to avoid roaming charges.  It also supplies all the useful information travellers need about local events during their stay, in addition to updates on weather conditions and local time in their destination country. 

Designed for the iPhone and iPod Touch it can be downloaded from the Apple Store or directly from http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/trip-organizer-lite/id367809498.

The new iPhone 4 is a predictably sexy little number, check out these three funky cases from Proporta to keep your lovely new iPhone safe, sound and beautiful. Whatever takes your fancy, there’s something here for you.

Antimicrobial Silicone Case

Great news for anyone suffering from the reported antenna issues, Proporta have discovered that the Antimicrobial Silicone Case actually stops the reception problem. Crafted from a super tough silicone skin with SteriTouch (Apple iPhone 4) guards against scratching and impact damage, whilst an antimicrobial coating protects against germs and bacteria. This stylish and lightweight case doesn’t just look after your iPhone 4 – it looks after you as well.

Shine Case

 The Shine Case is handcrafted from the finest quality patent leather and comes in three colours with contrasting luxurious lining and features an internal mirror – we love that - so that you can make sure you’re always looking as good as your iPhone.

Aluminium Lined Leather Case

The Aluminium Lined Leather Case features Proporta’s trademark ‘Screensaver System’, with a sheet of lightweight, aircraft grade aluminium to guard against crushing and impact damage.

 For more details check out www.proporta.com

If you want to secure your iPod or iPhone to the handlebars of your bike you need the BioLogic iPod Bike Mount.  It is a shock resistant, weatherproof case that fastens to your stem/handlebars via an adjustable clip, allowing you to glance at maps, satnav and GPRS apps easily.

As well as its Apple-hugging silicone interior, hard outer shell and touch-sensitive screen guard, the BioLogic rotates for portrait or landscape viewing. It also has a membrane which protects the camera allowing you to take pictures or video during your ride without scratching or dirtying your lense.

Avilable from www.firebox.xom Price £39.99

Microsoft is introducing its Windows Live Messenger app for the iPhone.The Messenger iPhone app is free and includes many of the same rich Messenger features that you’d experience on a PC. You can:

· Instant Message with multiple friends, allowing users to view chat history, use emoticons, send a ‘nudge’ to a friend who isn’t responding, and share links and photos via Instant Message

· The app also includes push notification of new chats, so users can see when they receive a new IM when they’re not already interacting with the app

· Access their Hotmail account without leaving the app to read, reply to, and compose emails

· Receive email notifications within the application so users know when they have new messages

· View the updates your Messenger friends are sharing from social networks like Facebook, Flickr, MySpace and more

· Upload photos right from your phone, allowing you to create albums, add captions, and let your friends and family comment on your photos

• Download from your PC

The URL for the download from iTunes on your PC is: http://itunes.com/apps/windowslivemessenger

•  Download from your iPhone

Download from your iPhone by searching for “Windows Live Messenger” in the App Store

Here at girlgeekchic towers we are loving the new collection of stylish looking slip cases from QDOS.

The Quilted slip

For the iPhone, the quilted case is ideal for the fashion conscious iPhone owner, it feels very Chanel stylee, we like. It offers a slim tight fit for minimum bulk in the pocket. Made with a patent leather finish, this case uses a pull-tab system to provide quick and easy access to the iPhone.

The Cashmere mix sock

For iPhone & iPod Touch, this is a slim fitting, hand finished protective case. It is made from a cashmere-mix cable knit and comes in a single pack of three colours; cream, grey and black. The Cashmere mix knit feels so nice and will easily fit into any pocket or bag and still provide protection against bumps, knocks and dust.

The Ski slip case

For iPhone & iPod Touch and made from hand finished natural sheepskin, this case is just SO cute and fluffy, like a sheepskin mitten for your beloved iPhone. It also offers protection from scratches and scuffs in the pocket.

Cases from £19.99 available at  www.qdossound.com