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<DIV><FONT face=Calibri>For those of you toting smart phones here are a couple
of FREE apps you might enjoy, (besides Angry Birds).</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Calibri>The first one is a fully functional tuner with a digital
display. It is free with the basic functions but with the upgraded paid
version it can be set to various temperaments along with other added
features. Look for "DaTuner" in your app browser. </FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Calibri>The second one is another tuner called gStrings.
It is very basic but has the advantage of producing audible reference
pitches. It is free but there is a paid version with more features.
Search for "gStrings" in your app browser.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Calibri>The next one has no real purpose other than being
kind of fun. It is a fully functional polyphonic piano which you can
not only play but record on and download as a midi file. I don't know why
anyone would want to do this but it will do so. After an hour or so of
practice you'll start getting used to the 3/8" wide keys on the sliding
keyboard. It also has a few other sounds to choose from besides
piano. It is free. In your app browser search for
<U>"xPiano"</U>.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Calibri>Another one is call Gas Buddy which is a good
app for anyone. Either by zip code or using your phone's GPS, (if
equipped), it will tell you where to find the cheapest gas in your area.
In your app browser look for "GasBuddy".</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Calibri>If anyone else is aware of other helpful apps for piano
techs, free or otherwise, please share!</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Calibri>Rob Goodale, RPT</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Calibri>Las Vegas, NV</FONT></DIV></BODY></HTML>