iPhone Cigar App RELEASED!

[KenS]

After a few months of work, and some great testing and feedback from many of my fellow CA Inmates, I'm happy to announce that the Mobile Stogie application for iPhone and iPod Touch is now available in the iTunes App Store!

:wo

If you are interested in the testing, feedback and banter over the past few weeks, it's in this thread (http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=11717).

If you have an iPhone or iPod Touch, this link is the direct URL (http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewSoftware?id=309242012) to the iTunes app store for Mobile Stogie.

Thanks to all the CA members that helped me get this done. Now I'm off to finish up some new stuff for the next version :ss

[Jbailey]

I'll probably go and pick it up today.

Does it have the NIVELACUSO and NETAGIDOCU for the cuban box codes on it?

[KenS]

I'll probably go and pick it up today.

Does it have the NIVELACUSO and NETAGIDOCU for the cuban box codes on it?

Not yet. But I'm working on that now actually. I have lots of ideas of features to add :)

[3inst3in]

Buying it as we speak...thanks for this. Very slick looking...I'll be sure to leave a review.

[tenbaseg]

Just downloaded the app. It looks great. Now I have HOURS of input. Man, I should have been keeping track all this time....

[Jbailey]

Not yet. But I'm working on that now actually. I have lots of ideas of features to add :)

will the updates be free to download for it or will there be a whole new version. Never bought any apps off of itunes before. Just curious.

[688sonarmen]

As soon as my new cc gets here in the mail I will be buying! I'm a whore for apps and this one will probally get the most use next to all my weather apps.

[mkr160]

I downloaded and installed the app on my phone today. Its awsome. Great work Ken. Looking forward to putting all my sticks in the app. Thanks for all of your hard work. It definately paid off.

[South Shield]

uggh. My iPhone isn't compatible

[darkninja67]

Thanks for the hard work. Great to have a guide when I go to my local B&M. Will be grabbing this shortly.

[KenS]

uggh. My iPhone isn't compatible

If you have the iPhone is version 2, the 2.2 update is free. The app will work with any iPhone hardware

[KenS]

will the updates be free to download for it or will there be a whole new version. Never bought any apps off of itunes before. Just curious.

Generally speaking, iPhone app updates are free. I have several enhancements already in the works, and they will definitely be a free update for anybody who has the current version.

[Blueface]

Wow!
That was fast.
Getting ready to download it.

[Jbailey]

Very cool, I think I will buy my first app.

Thanks Ken, I look forward to playing with it.

[Serts]

Nice this is realy cool:wo, many thanks:dance:

[DPD6030]

Ken,
So far I noticed that there are a few vitolas that are double posted in the marcas. Not a big deal to me at all. If I look closer I can give you specific examples.

H. Upmann-Epicures, Majestics, Regalias
Partagas- Habaneros, Pdp # 1

[KenS]

Ken,
So far I noticed that there are a few vitolas that are double posted in the marcas. Not a big deal to me at all. If I look closer I can give you specific examples.

H. Upmann Epicures, Majestics, Regalias

Yeah, please do give me specific feedback. I would guess that the data is only ~95% accurate, and you'd be amazed at how much different conflicting data is out there about many of the cigars. Might never be perfect, but I'll be issuing an update pretty soon, and can fix a lot if you highlight the errors.

Thanks :tu

[karmaz00]

very cool. checking t out now

[Blueface]

Disregard my post regarding saving.
Got it.

[Blueface]

Neat application.

Where can I go to leave feedback?
The only time I have noticed that option is usually when I have deleted an application.

[Drat]

I bought it, even though my phone isn't due to arrive until Monday...

So excited!

[jitzy]

Congrats Ken, I've been following the other thread and anxiously awaiting this app and downloaded it this afternoon and have to say that is very impressive the work you put into that is just awesome.

[HK3-]

Glad to hear it passed Ken! :wo :wo :wo :wo :wo

[sikk50]

Looks very good Ken, I have noticed a few nc's that are missing, such as Graycliff 1666 as wells as Esteban Carrera I think that's a Rocky Patel Blend.

Other than that there looks to be an amazing amount of work put into this and it shows

[HK3-]

People still smoke NC's? ;) :lv :r

[Mr.Maduro]

For those of us who don't have an iPhone, can anyone post some screen shots to see what this looks like?:confused:

[HK3-]

For those of us who don't have an iPhone, can anyone post some screen shots to see what this looks like?:confused:

Text sent to Ken.

[KenS]

For those of us who don't have an iPhone, can anyone post some screen shots to see what this looks like?:confused:

Do you have iTunes ? If so, just search for "mobile stogie"

[Mr.Maduro]

Do you have iTunes ? If so, just search for "mobile stogie"

Wow! Great job! I know you'll have lots of success with that! Now, do I switch to AT&T and get an iPhone? :hm

[KenS]

Wow! Great job! I know you'll have lots of success with that! Now, do I switch to AT&T and get an iPhone? :hm

Works just as well on the iPod Touch. don't have to have an iphone :)
iPod touch is an amazing device in it's own right

[ECPrevatte]

Just picked it up.

[sikk50]

People still smoke NC's? ;) :lv :r

Ha yes those of us in school trying to become Fedral Agents can't afford to have the really num nums on our cards...tragicaly haha

[KenS]

Looks very good Ken, I have noticed a few nc's that are missing, such as Graycliff 1666 as wells as Esteban Carrera I think that's a Rocky Patel Blend.

Other than that there looks to be an amazing amount of work put into this and it shows

Oh I'm sure there are more than a "few" NC's missing ;). That's why it is designed for people to add, delete and change the reference data on their own device. I'm sure there are many thousands of unique cigars that I'll never find the info for. I tried to put in a substantial representation of cigars initially, and I'll probably add more with each new release, but I'll never get 'em all. I have added the Nub cigars for the next release, just to test the update mechanism.

[Blueface]

Ken,
Had a blast toying with it last night.

I noticed a big line missing.
No NC La Gloria Cubana.

While I think it is neat to add your own if need be, will any of the currently missing major ones be added at a later date as an update?

Neat application.
Well done.
I am totally intrigued as to how someone can put something like that together and can only imagine the time you invested in doing it.
I hope it takes off for you.
Congrats!

[KenS]

While I think it is neat to add your own if need be, will any of the currently missing major ones be added at a later date as an update?

Yup, I will be adding some more. :tu I have the update-code completed, and I'm fixing a few more things for a version 1.1. Probably ship it off to Apple within a week at most. Likely changes:

- A few more cigar brands added
- Default to last used Humidor when adding cigars to MyCigars
- Picklists for "acquired from" and "format" fields in MyCigars section
- Picklist for year (and maybe include month with it)
- Some code cleanup and optimization
- Default to all CAPS for box code field

Mostly just tweaks to make it a bit easier to use, while I get ready for a version 2 that will focus on smoking notes, reviews, etc... still thinking through the design for that.

[KenS]

I am totally intrigued as to how someone can put something like that together and can only imagine the time you invested in doing it.
I hope it takes off for you.
Congrats!

I'm guessing I invested somewhere around 200 hours in developing this so far, but half of that was the steep learning curve for learning how to program in Objective C for the iPhone. Future work will go much quicker, I hope.

As for it taking off ... sold 26 copies on the first 1/2 day. Probably can't quit my day job ;). But that's ok, it's really just a fun hobby for me anyway. If fellow inmates find it useful, so much the better.

[Jason]

nicely done Ken, great contribution to the cigar world I'm sure!

[longknocker]

Wow! Great job! I know you'll have lots of success with that! Now, do I switch to AT&T and get an iPhone? :hm
Yes, Patrick! I did & "Love" it!:tu

[sikk50]

Hey Ken,

I've been looking through and if in the next few days I can hunt down the info for you on some of the missing nc's would you want me to pm you that?

[Wolfgang]

Bought it last night! Very awesome! Love how everyting is editable. Now im going to have to do inventory GREAT!

[KenS]

Hey Ken,

I've been looking through and if in the next few days I can hunt down the info for you on some of the missing nc's would you want me to pm you that?

Absolutely; that would be great. Best thing to do is to put the info in a spreadsheet, and I can format it and add it to the update that'll come out next week sometime

[promethius]

Ken, many congrats, I'll be downloading the official version here shortly! Can't wait for updates that don't wipe my database :D:ss

[white_s2k]

Thanks for all the work you have put into this Ken. :tu

It's cool see an App like this being "born" before our very eyes. I plan on getting an iPhone in July when my current contract with Sprint expires, and you can bet this is going to be the first thing I download!

[longknocker]

Works Great, Ken! Thanks again!:tu

[Jbailey]

Enjoying it very much, thanks Ken.

[SIMPLIFIED]

Got it last night and did an inventory of the home humi today:


1852 Total Cigars
44 Unique Cigars

I did not enter the NC's and have some I have to add to the master list but will figure that out latter. I am sure it is easy but wanted to get all of the info from the MRN. May do the office Humi on Sunday but I am sure that will take more time...

Ken, nice work!!!

[Blueface]

I
As for it taking off ... sold 26 copies on the first 1/2 day. Probably can't quit my day job ;). But that's ok, it's really just a fun hobby for me anyway. If fellow inmates find it useful, so much the better.

Ken,
I am guessing that if over 13 million iPhones have been sold, which does not even account for iPod Touch (can only imagine what that figure is), I venture to guess there are a lot of us cigar smokers with them.
The thing is to spread the word to them and certainly this forum, and others like it, should be of great value to you to help you accomplish that.
When my son returns from this week's road trip, I am sure he too will get it once he sees mine.

[Blueface]

Got it last night and did an inventory of the home humi today:


1852 Total Cigars
44 Unique Cigars

I did not enter the NC's and have some I have to add to the master list but will figure that out latter. I am sure it is easy but wanted to get all of the info from the MRN. May do the office Humi on Sunday but I am sure that will take more time...

Ken, nice work!!!

Holy Crap!!!

[ahc4353]

You got that right Carlos. Wait till he tells us what is in the office humi. It's gonna take more than one Sunday to log all of those trust me, I've seen it. :D

[688sonarmen]

great work Ken. Just downloaded and now I have a system to keep track of my whole collection. Thank you so much you have made my life that much more easy!

[Wolfgang]

If anyone is hesitating abotu the 3.99 Let me tell you that it is 100% worth it!

[KenS]

Ken,
I am guessing that if over 13 million iPhones have been sold, which does not even account for iPod Touch (can only imagine what that figure is), I venture to guess there are a lot of us cigar smokers with them.


Well, day 2 saw a few more copies sold, so word has started to leak out perhaps :) Apple recently said that there were over 30 million combined iPhone/iPod Touch's sold, so I can dream of some fraction of a percent of those, right? :D

What's interesting is that in the daily sales data that Apple provides me, I see which country the sale came from. So far, these are the countries represented:

Australia
Canada
Netherlands
Norway
Sweden
United States


I think there are over 50 countries with app store access, so I haven't achieved any market dominance yet :ss

[DPD6030]

Well, day 2 saw a few more copies sold, so word has started to leak out perhaps :) Apple recently said that there were over 30 million combined iPhone/iPod Touch's sold, so I can dream of some fraction of a percent of those, right? :D

What's interesting is that in the daily sales data that Apple provides me, I see which country the sale came from. So far, these are the countries represented:

Australia
Canada
Netherlands
Norway
Sweden
United States


I think there are over 50 countries with app store access, so I haven't achieved any market dominance yet :ss

Still pretty sweet! Glad to hear that people are buying the app. :wo

[Wolfgang]

Just finished CC inventory of my cooler.

137 total
29 unique

and I have'nt gotten to the NC's yet.

I love this app in fact I may go buy an I phone so I can buy it again :-)

[Smokin Gator]

I am dying to try this out. If anyone has an iPod Touch they want to sell/trade let me know.

[sikk50]

124 total
60 unique

Pales in comparison to many of you but I'm working on it!

[Nimbus]

I am just waiting for the 32gig iPhone to debut in June/July :mad: and the first app I will buy is Mobile Stogie. Excellent work Ken and I am eagerly awaiting your updates and additional features. :tu

Link is not working unless you have iTunes for some reason. Click on the link in the first post of this thread.

[Smokin Gator]

^^^Linky no worky for me!!

[yourchoice]

^^^Linky no worky for me!!

:tpd:

[Nimbus]

Here are some pics from Ken's website.

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y198/menimbus/mobilestogie1.png

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y198/menimbus/mobilestogie2.png

[KenS]

^^^Linky no worky for me!!

The direct link is actually an iTunes link. If you don't have iTunes (which probably means you don't have an iPhone or iPod Touch ;)), then you can see the details at this URL (http://www.apptism.com/apps/mobile-stogie). It's an iPhone app tracking website that doesn't require iTunes.

[HK3-]

Looks great Ken! I have been seeing this thing spread like wildfire throughout the internet! Pretty cool you made the first mobile application for us cigar smokers! :tu

[Addiction]

Great app Ken. I'll be buying this in June when I buy my new phone, still using my first gen and it doesn't support the first gen. At least thats what it says when I try to download it.

[KenS]

Great app Ken. I'll be buying this in June when I buy my new phone, still using my first gen and it doesn't support the first gen. At least thats what it says when I try to download it.

My iPhone is a first gen. It definitely supports it, but requires OS version 2.2 or 2.2.1. For the iPhone, that is a free upgrade, if I remember correctly. Do you know what version you are running? (touch "Settings", then "General", then "About").

[sikk50]

Just wanted to point out your app is currently the #56 top paid Lifestyle app

[KenS]

Just wanted to point out your app is currently the #56 top paid Lifestyle app

Cool. Now if you'd just go buy a couple dozen more copies, maybe I could crack the top 50 :D.

Seriously, thanks to all the inmates in the asylum for the support. Sales have now come from 12 different countries:


Australia
Canada
Netherlands
Norway
Sweden
United States
Germany
Great Britain (UK)
Russian Federation
Italy
France
Hong Kong


That alone has made this a pretty cool experience for me. :tu

[Starchild]

I finally got to down load the app today. Well Done! I'm entering my inventory now. :tu

[KenS]

I finally got to down load the app today. Well Done! I'm entering my inventory now. :tu

Excellent! Another country ... Florida!! :r

[HK3-]

Excellent! Another country ... Florida!! :r

:r Can we get a list of what countries you have sold your application to so far Ken?

[KenS]

:r Can we get a list of what countries you have sold your application to so far Ken?

All the ones I listed above, plus florida. Ya gotta keep up Hal!!

[Blueface]

Excellent! Another country ... Florida!! :r

Ken,
Please note.
As a Floridian, I need to correct you.
Florida is not a different country.
In actuality, a different country is in Florida, located just south of the Broward/Dade County line. Although frankly, that border has been gradually moving on up.
They even have an official language there and English won't work for you.:r

[Dooge]

awesome ap, dude!! working on adding illusiones to the db right now

[sikk50]

Ken,
Please note.
As a Floridian, I need to correct you.
Florida is not a different country.
In actuality, a different country is in Florida, located just south of the Broward/Dade County line. Although frankly, that border has been gradually moving on up.
They even have an official language there and English won't work for you.:r

:r :r :r

[deschete]

I picked up the app a few days ago. I haven't read this entire thread, but I will say that I look forward to seeing a more complete database (I know it's coming) and links to reviews or ratings would be superb. A lot of time I'm looking a cigars in the shop on the shelf and this would let me quickly see what others think about them.

Good job, well worth the $3.99. I look forward to seeing how this grows over time.

[tenbaseg]

One thing I would like to see in a future release would be a quick way to subtract a single smoke from the humidor from after you smoke it. From what I can tell, the only way to do that would be to edit the quantity which takes a few steps.

I have to say that this app is really saving me some weird looks around the house. Normally I go stare at my smokes and check in on them to say hi each day. Now I can just launch the app and check out my inventory without having to actually open the humi.

Now if I could only get the RH/temp to show up on my phone....

[76GTFan]

Absolutely; that would be great. Best thing to do is to put the info in a spreadsheet, and I can format it and add it to the update that'll come out next week sometime

I will say one great addition you could do. I am not a developer, so stop me if it is worth the effort or not.

I have a drink app on my phone that allows you to add drinks that aren't listed in the apps database. There are many cigar company lines(Holts, CI, etc.) that aren't listed. Granted you could spend all day and night listing brands, but could possibly let your customers take care of that for you, or at least for themselves.

Good looking app, and is now one of my most used.:ss

[KenS]

I will say one great addition you could do. I am not a developer, so stop me if it is worth the effort or not.

I have a drink app on my phone that allows you to add drinks that aren't listed in the apps database. There are many cigar company lines(Holts, CI, etc.) that aren't listed. Granted you could spend all day and night listing brands, but could possibly let your customers take care of that for you, or at least for themselves.

Good looking app, and is now one of my most used.:ss

You can add any cigars you want to your own database. From the brand or cigar listing in the reference section, just click on the "add cigar" button, and you can add anything that's missing from the database. In the brand field (or any other field that has a picklist to choose from, just scroll to the top and you'll find a "Add New ..." selection. If you add a cigar with a new brand, then in the future that brand will show up in the picklist. Same is true of the other fields (shape, wrapper, binder, etc....).

Hope this helps. If you are referring to a different capability, please let me know...

As far as me adding more brands to the app in upcoming versions, I'll do my best, but I'm sure I will never capture them all. That's why I coded it for each user to add their own favorites.

[fissure]

Great app Ken!! The wife downloaded it for me on her itouch. Now all we need is a way to password protect the humidors:ss Hopefully she'll never look how many cigars I have:rolleyes:

[SilverFox]

In case I didn't mention it, Ken this is a great product.

Very well done

[rMcSmokesAlot]

why is it the wives never care to look, heh

[Smokin Gator]

Wow is all I can say. I got an iPod Touch so I could check this out. Very nice app. I am in the beginning stages of putting my collection in. The only thing I have noticed so far is that it would be nice to have a caps lock in the box code and format inputs.

[KenS]

Wow is all I can say. I got an iPod Touch so I could check this out. Very nice app. I am in the beginning stages of putting my collection in. The only thing I have noticed so far is that it would be nice to have a caps lock in the box code and format inputs.

Your wish is my command ;)

I just submitted the version 1.1 update to the app store (will probably still take a week for Apple to approve it). Here is what it contains:


A few more cigar brands added (total of 101 new cigars; now up to 1,842). Illusione, Nub, and several others.
Default to last used Humidor when adding cigars to MyCigars
Picklists for "acquired from" and "format" fields in MyCigars section
Default to all CAPS for box code field
Some code cleanup and optimization

Still working on some cool feature for the next update, but with this update, the data entry should be a bit easier :tu

There is now also a new support website for Mobile Stogie. Check it out at www.mobilestogie.com (http://www.mobilestogie.com) (thanks to my son Jon for the website building).


.

[Addiction]

Downloaded my copy a couple of days back, now to begin the task of updating my inventory.

[Starchild]

The default to the last humidor would have been my only comment. Glad to see that addition. :tu

[Smokin Gator]

Your wish is my command ;)

Default to all CAPS for box code field


Dang... that was fast:r

[76GTFan]

When is the update available? Don't see it yet. Thanks again for the showmanship

[KenS]

When is the update available? Don't see it yet. Thanks again for the showmanship

As I mentioned above, it seems to take Apple about 7 days to approve an app submission, but I have no experience on app "updates". One would hope it would go faster, but we'll see.

[Drat]

I'm new to the iPhone, do updates override data? I'd hate to lose all of the work I've put into my mobile stogie, but love the changes you've made...

[Blueface]

Ken,
Check out one of your reviews on the application.
I too am creative.
I used "CigarAsylumMember".
Might as well plug this site while at it.:r:r:r

I noted one person knocked you down from five stars and seems it was accidental. They appear to have forgotten to check off the stars form the default setting of one. Shame but hopefully there will be enough 5's to compensate.

[KenS]

I'm new to the iPhone, do updates override data? I'd hate to lose all of the work I've put into my mobile stogie, but love the changes you've made...

The update will not overwrite your data. This update includes a framework for checking your database version, and only updating reference data that I've added in the new version. It will not touch the "My Cigars" part of the database.

[KenS]

Ken,
Check out one of your reviews on the application.
I too am creative.
I used "CigarAsylumMember".
Might as well plug this site while at it.:r:r:r


I agree! And thanks for the review :tu

I noted one person knocked you down from five stars and seems it was accidental. They appear to have forgotten to check off the stars form the default setting of one. Shame but hopefully there will be enough 5's to compensate.

I noticed that too. Oh well :rolleyes:

[sikk50]

So I synced my phone with my computer but Mobile Stogie isn't showing up in my apps list on itunes?

[Godofgravity]

Try right clicking on the iPod icon in iTunes and selecting transfer purchased items. If that doesn't work, make sure you have the option checked to sync apps under the application tab.

[Jbailey]

Well just bumped it with a 5 star. I've been enjoying playing around with this app.

[KenS]

FYI ... version 1.1 was posted to the app store last night. It should notify you automatically of the free upgrade.

This update was somewhat minor, adding another 101 cigars to the database and a few user interface improvements. Mostly, it helped my restructure some code to facilitate future improvements, and to test the update process. Seems like everything is working fine with the process, so I recommend that you update to version 1.1.

Now working on some cool features for a version 1.5 or 2.0 upgrade. Many users have emailed me suggestions, so I have plenty of ideas to implement :)

[King James]

Ken, What about a tab for accessories? Not really needed but could be cool?

I still think there needs to be something for the app to pick up the signal from my wireless transmitter in humidor so I can check humidity/temp at all times! lol :)

[Ender]

My friend has this on his iphone and he likes it.

[RGD.]

I'm lazy. I've tried a lot of other apps - but they all required to much user info in addition to having to run to the computer. That's all changed now!

Downloaded - played with - rated and wrote a review!

Don't know how much of personal inventory I will add due to the amount that I smoke daily - I really just want a database to look up smokes in - and this fills the bill perfectly. I may though decide to use it as a "I have this smoke" with out actually keeping track of how many.

No matter though - this is the best app, mobile or otherwise that I have tried to date!

Kudos Ken - :tu :tu


Ron

[KenS]

Ken, What about a tab for accessories? Not really needed but could be cool?

I still think there needs to be something for the app to pick up the signal from my wireless transmitter in humidor so I can check humidity/temp at all times! lol :)

Neither of those are out of the question ;). The latest code that I'm testing on my iPhone includes a ring gauge tool that is very accurate. Working now to linking into cigar listings so you could quickly find the cigar you are holding ...

And the new iPhone OS that is coming out in june will provide more external accessory capabilities, so stay tuned :tu

[KenS]

I'm lazy. I've tried a lot of other apps - but they all required to much user info in addition to having to run to the computer. That's all changed now!

Downloaded - played with - rated and wrote a review!

Don't know how much of personal inventory I will add due to the amount that I smoke daily - I really just want a database to look up smokes in - and this fills the bill perfectly. I may though decide to use it as a "I have this smoke" with out actually keeping track of how many.

No matter though - this is the best app, mobile or otherwise that I have tried to date!

Kudos Ken - :tu :tu


Ron

Appreciate the review and feedback :tu

[ScottH]

Downloading it now...Looks awesome!

[xeemz]

I need an iPhone.

[tenbaseg]

Ken, I downloaded the update this afternoon. I had added Nub to my Oliva list. Now that you added it, I've gone into my Oliva list to remove it. I swipe left and get the delete button. When I hit delete, the app crashes.

Can you tell me if this is a bug or something specific to my iPhone?

[blugill]

Got the app!
Love it!

[sikk50]

Yay! Updates! Best part of apps!

[PV1191]

Awesome App! You got my $3.99!!!!! Well worth it. Now I have to do an inventory..................:-( I really didn't want to know the actual number of sticks I have. 1 28ct Vino stuffed to capacity, one coolerdor, large, and one 100ct desk humi at work. I'll report back in a week or so.

[Mirrorlure7m]

Nice update KenS!

[Mirrorlure7m]

Cool. Now if you'd just go buy a couple dozen more copies, maybe I could crack the top 50 :D.

Seriously, thanks to all the inmates in the asylum for the support. Sales have now come from 12 different countries:


Australia
Canada
Netherlands
Norway
Sweden
United States
Germany
Great Britain (UK)
Russian Federation
Italy
France
Hong Kong


That alone has made this a pretty cool experience for me. :tu
You are doing a great job with the app. You know I am there to help and add stuff to the cigar database. This is a must have program for cigar smokers.

[Gonesledn]

someone posted this on cigarbid, and reminded me of this post. just thought i would pass it on to the original poster.


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1. Author: snappers7 Date: 04/11/2009 01:00 AM Reply
Wanted, registered, experienced iphone app developer for iphone application. Must be willing to sign NDA, work for percentage of sales. Possibility of long term relationship with 5-10 applications for iphone. email Michael at mikewiehlecomcast.net with portfolio of work.

Thank you

[KenS]

Ken, I downloaded the update this afternoon. I had added Nub to my Oliva list. Now that you added it, I've gone into my Oliva list to remove it. I swipe left and get the delete button. When I hit delete, the app crashes.

Can you tell me if this is a bug or something specific to my iPhone?

Can you tell me if this is repeatable? I think I have found a memory leak in certain circumstances that might explain it, but if you can tell me how to reproduce the issue I can be sure

[12stones]

Just downloaded this and will work on getting it up and updated on my iPhone. I'll probably post a review on my blog, Ken. I'll let you know.

[ScottH]

This is a very cool app! Thanks for the hard work!

[tenbaseg]

Can you tell me if this is repeatable? I think I have found a memory leak in certain circumstances that might explain it, but if you can tell me how to reproduce the issue I can be sure

Cigar Reference-->Oliva-->Swipe Left on the "Nub" that I created-->Tap Delete

I just tried it again today to simulate the steps for you and it worked without crashing. I had repeated that process yesterday about 4x with it crashing each time. The only difference between yesterday and today is that I did a backup/sync on my iPhone yesterday afternoon. I'm not sure if that matters at all.

[KenS]

Cigar Reference-->Oliva-->Swipe Left on the "Nub" that I created-->Tap Delete

I just tried it again today to simulate the steps for you and it worked without crashing. I had repeated that process yesterday about 4x with it crashing each time. The only difference between yesterday and today is that I did a backup/sync on my iPhone yesterday afternoon. I'm not sure if that matters at all.

Yeah, that would matter, but there is still a bug ... a slight memory "leak" that can show up if your device gets tight on memory. Sorry about that...

I'll get the update out this week to squash that bug, and deliver a few more features I've been working on.

Thanks for letting me know :tu

[DPD6030]

Downloaded the update. Thanks again Ken for all your hard work and time invested. :tu

[Serts]

I also downloaded the update verry good thing

Thanks Ken :D keep up the good work

[kydsid]

A friend showed this too me on his iPhone and looked well done and something I would be interested in. Even without an iPhone thanks for all your work. That said, any chance you might do a s60 version? :tu

[KenS]

A friend showed this too me on his iPhone and looked well done and something I would be interested in. Even without an iPhone thanks for all your work. That said, any chance you might do a s60 version? :tu

I have so many new features to add to the iPhone version, with such a limited amount of time for this hobby, there's no way I could try to port this to other platforms...sorry.

[longknocker]

I have so many new features to add to the iPhone version, with such a limited amount of time for this hobby, there's no way I could try to port this to other platforms...sorry.

Ken, can't figure out how to download the update. Thanks!

[KenS]

Ken, can't figure out how to download the update. Thanks!

Well if you aleady own the app, you can just go to the app store (either with your device or with iTunes) and you should automatically see the update. let me know if this doesn't work for you.

[longknocker]

Well if you aleady own the app, you can just go to the app store (either with your device or with iTunes) and you should automatically see the update. let me know if this doesn't work for you.

Got it, Bro! I thought I was "Buying" the app again, but the site gave me the update for free! Thanks again for such a great app! Works so much better than any other cigar app I have!:tu

[Mirrorlure7m]

What version should it be ? I have 1.1.0 is that the latest version ?

[longknocker]

What version should it be ? I have 1.1.0 is that the latest version ?

Yes!:tu

[Mirrorlure7m]

Alrighty good deal. I wanted to make sure I was all up to date.

[sikk50]

Here's a glitch for you Ken. After deleting an Opus Ronusto from I hit back to fuente the back to my cigars and it pulls up the same screen (fuente) again hit it again same deal, after the forth or fifth try it crashes. Open back up then went to delete a taboo torpedo and back to taboo then when hitting back to my cigars same thing after the forth or fifth try crashed. This was all done while deleting cigars from one of my humis.

[KenS]

Here's a glitch for you Ken. After deleting an Opus Ronusto from I hit back to fuente the back to my cigars and it pulls up the same screen (fuente) again hit it again same deal, after the forth or fifth try it crashes. Open back up then went to delete a taboo torpedo and back to taboo then when hitting back to my cigars same thing after the forth or fifth try crashed. This was all done while deleting cigars from one of my humis.

yep, you are the 2nd person to report that behavior. I did find the bug; it's exactly one line of code in the program. I was hoping to get some new feature stuff implemented and included in the next update, but I can't let this linger out there with a bug in it. I'll see if I can ship out a quick verion 1.1.1 update to fix this one item. (although "quick" is relative: it seems to take Apple about a week to review and approve any updates).

Thanks for the heads up.

[KenS]

Version 1.1.1 was just sent to Apple, with this bug fix as the only change. Now, back to adding new features ;)

[SmokeyNL]

Just installed it, its the 1.1.0 version (just got it from the itunes store) first app I ever bought for my ipod touch, thanks!

[KenS]

Just installed it, its the 1.1.0 version (just got it from the itunes store) first app I ever bought for my ipod touch, thanks!

Great, thanks for your support. :tu

FYI, the 1.1.1 release is still "in review" at Apple. It has only the one bug fix, and should get released any day now.

The next release that I'm working on now will be a much bigger change. Along with a few smaller items, the big item is a "live update" feature that will allow users to click a button in the app to get database updates automatically. This will allow me to add new cigars, and add/correct information on existing cigars without going through a whole update cycle with Apple, and has been the #1 requested feature from users.

There is a lot of stuff to do around this feature, so probably another week of coding and testing before sending it to Apple. This is probably a "version 1.5" type of update. Version 2.0 is still targeting a whole section on smoking notes/reviews, etc.

Oh yeah, one more update: the app has now been sold in 21 countries :ss

[DPD6030]

Congrats on helping another country slide down the slope Ken! :tu

[longknocker]

Congrats on helping another country slide down the slope Ken! :tu

Thanks, Ken!:tu

[Mirrorlure7m]

Great, thanks for your support. :tu

FYI, the 1.1.1 release is still "in review" at Apple. It has only the one bug fix, and should get released any day now.

The next release that I'm working on now will be a much bigger change. Along with a few smaller items, the big item is a "live update" feature that will allow users to click a button in the app to get database updates automatically. This will allow me to add new cigars, and add/correct information on existing cigars without going through a whole update cycle with Apple, and has been the #1 requested feature from users.

There is a lot of stuff to do around this feature, so probably another week of coding and testing before sending it to Apple. This is probably a "version 1.5" type of update. Version 2.0 is still targeting a whole section on smoking notes/reviews, etc.

Oh yeah, one more update: the app has now been sold in 21 countries :ss


I am so happy you got this added I know I was one of the ones who made requests for you to do the live update feature. Now you can add so much stuff. This is a great new feature coming !

[tenbaseg]

Wow, the live updates would be awesome. Thanks for all the work you've put into this. I hope it's paying off.

[white_s2k]

Got an iPod touch this week and this is the first app I downloaded! Working great so far.. thanks Ken!

[mkr160]

Hey Ken. Where do we stand on any new updates? Got the first one. Love the app. Thanks.

[mkr160]

Also, when do you think the notes and review sections will be added? Thanks.

[white_s2k]

Hey Ken I'm loving the app, got any new updates coming soon?

[LasciviousXXX]

Awesome work bro. Just purchased it :tu

[LasciviousXXX]

Been playing around with the app and I'm really enjoying it. The "my humidor" part is really neat as I can keep track of my inventory on the fly (which I've sorely needed to do for awhile now anyway) and I REALLY love the "web search" portion of the program :tu

As with others I would like to see some single cigar pics next to each description (similar to the pics on cigars-review) but I'm sure you're already working on it :)

[hikari]

Hey Ken.

Just a FYI the app is crashing allot on the dev v3 version beta5

I added a new humidor, (home) added cigar partages shots to the list filled in all the info save.

Then when i goto my cigars and click on my humidor crashes at that point.
Cleared memory tried again same thing
Restarted phone tried again same thing

[KenS]

Hey Ken.

Just a FYI the app is crashing allot on the dev v3 version beta5

I added a new humidor, (home) added cigar partages shots to the list filled in all the info save.

Then when i goto my cigars and click on my humidor crashes at that point.
Cleared memory tried again same thing
Restarted phone tried again same thing

Thanks for the heads up. Just a quick status update, in that life and work have been crazy busy over the past month or so. Lots of travel and late work days, so very little time to look at Mobile Stogie code. Looks like it will be quieting down now, so I can get back to work on it.

Priorities at the moment:


Make sure it works well with upcoming iPhoneOS 3.0 (or Apple will pull it from the app store :)).
Complete the "auto sync" for new cigars in the master database (grab new cigars from my website). This code is almost done.
Smoking notes section.


Sorry for the delay in making more progress, but life has its priorities ;)

[hikari]

Ken Gold 3.0 came out.

Tested again reinstalled also same results.

Question is there a way you can incorp a way to export and import the database.

I always worry about my phone crashing or dieing and having to reinput in all my cigars.

[KenS]

Ken Gold 3.0 came out.

Tested again reinstalled also same results.

Question is there a way you can incorp a way to export and import the database.

I always worry about my phone crashing or dieing and having to reinput in all my cigars.

I'm working with the 3.0GM code now, and unfortunately several of the database calls break with 3.0. Fixing them to work with 3.0 breaks them for 2.x, so I'm working the issue now ... this was definitely not expected with the 3.0 release. :bh :bh

more to come...

[spivy]

Quick question. Does it have places that you can put in price paid or value?

[hikari]

I'm working with the 3.0GM code now, and unfortunately several of the database calls break with 3.0. Fixing them to work with 3.0 breaks them for 2.x, so I'm working the issue now ... this was definitely not expected with the 3.0 release. :bh :bh

more to come...

Yha fun stuff.
yha i wish they had a better database all togeather.

Any how if you need someone to test something i'm around.
I also have 3 phone's myself mine my wifes and a test phone.

have you put any consideration into an export/import for the DB.

[KenS]

Yha fun stuff.
yha i wish they had a better database all togeather.

Actually, I'm pretty impressed with the embedded sqlite3 database. For lightweight stuff like this, it's pretty solid. FYI, I think I have the code fixed to work with both 2.x and 3.0 now, but I have to do pretty extensive testing now, because I have made a lot of code changes under the hood. Also, some of the new stuff I have been working on have to be backed out to get this update submitted. I can't afford to have the app crashing for people when the 3.0 update is released on the 17th.


Any how if you need someone to test something i'm around.
I also have 3 phone's myself mine my wifes and a test phone.


I may take you up on that, depending on how straightforward my testing goes tonight. Thanks for the offer :tu


have you put any consideration into an export/import for the DB.

Yes, but it's a little more complex than you might think, due to the limitations imposed around the file system. However, the number one thing I test in all of my code changes is ensuring that no data gets overwritten. I do know that people want to be able to export for other reasons though, so I'll keep working on that.

[Azpostal]

I really enjoy your app. It's the one I use the most on my Ipod touch. Thanks for all the work Ken.

[KenS]

Quick update: since there was a crashing bug in the release code with the new iPhone OS 3 (which will be generally available in a couple of days), I had to take a pause from other coding/testing to get out a specific update for the new OS.

So, if you upgrade to iPhone OS 3, you'll need version 1.1.5 of Mobile Stogie. Hopefully Apple will approve and post it soon.

Now back to the more interesting work... :tu

[LasciviousXXX]

For all us "non-devs" ;) OS 3 is being released tomorrow!

Don't forget to upgrade guys, tons of new features! And the Jail-break dev guys will be releasing their jailbreak tutorial probably within a matter of hours of the OS 3 release :tu

[sikk50]

I'm affraid to jailbreak mine, I'm not tech savy and don't want to mess my life line up

[LasciviousXXX]

There's a super easy tutorial over on Ipodtouchfans.com However, wait to jail-break it until after the OS 3 release tomorrow. That way you can have the latest release complete with all the great new updates.

[blooz4u]

Hey Ken, did this get pulled? I can't find it in the App Store!

[sikk50]

There's a super easy tutorial over on Ipodtouchfans.com However, wait to jail-break it until after the OS 3 release tomorrow. That way you can have the latest release complete with all the great new updates.

Will look into this thank you! Also just a heads up be careful updating tomorrow incase they didn't get everything resolved and there's a repeat of last year. Bought my 3g openning day and couldn't use it fir 3hours!

Hey Ken, did this get pulled? I can't find it in the App Store!

It's there, search cigar it cones up

[blooz4u]

Hmmm.... When I search "Cigar" in the app store, this is what I come up with:

Cigarettes Lite
Cigar
Cigar handbook for cigar lovers
Cigarettetracker
My last Cigarette
Cigarettes
Ismoke Break

Am I missing something. I know your app has showed up before, I've looked at it!

[sikk50]

Ok I thought you were crazy, but you're not at all, it's not there...

I think Ken said he had an update coming so probaly being replaced by the updated version today. At least that's my best guess

[blooz4u]

Well Andrew, I am crazy, but not blind!! :D:D

[sikk50]

My bad, so often confuse the two :r

[BUCASmoker]

Excited to try this out. Just searched and nothing came up.

[KenS]

Well, when I check my developer account, there is a section for managing applications. Version 1.1.1 shows "Ready for Sale". Version 1.1.5 shows "In Review". Absolutely nothing that indicates that they've pulled the app, yet clearly they have done so. Kinda sucks, but ultimately my own fault. I waited too long to get the update posted for the crashing bug in the new iPhone OS, trying instead to get a bunch of new features included. At the last minute, I went ahead and fixed the couple of small changes needed for compatibility with OS3.0. But I'm sure they pulled the app in the meantime, because the new OS is being released tomorrow.

Hopefully Apple will hurry up and post the new version, and all will be back to normal. In the meantime, I'm working to get the new features finished for a 2.0 release.

I could get all upset at Apple, but I simply waited too long, so lesson learned. I'll post back here when the update becomes available. Thanks for your patience guys...

[Mirrorlure7m]

Thanks for the update Ken.

[floydpink]

Is the OS3 update tommorow? I was under that impression as well, but read something today about it being pushed back until the 18th......:confused:

[blooz4u]

Thanks man! Can't wait for the new and improved app!!

Thanks again for all of the hard work...I know you can't please everyone all the time!

[KenS]

Is the OS3 update tommorow? I was under that impression as well, but read something today about it being pushed back until the 18th......:confused:

OS release is tomorrow; new iPhone 3GS on friday (although many that preordered will get them earlier). Some cool stuff in OS3, but it will take me some time to make improvements to Mobile Stogie to take advantage. I'm just a hobbyist ... the pros will be releasing some cool stuff sooner I believe :-)

[DonalGraeme]

Looking forward to seeing your app show up again! I just joined this site, and wouldn't have found out about this app otherwise. A bunch of the guys I smoke with at my local tobacconist (Habana House in Austin, TX) also have iPhones, so I'll have to show it to them once I have it!

Mike

[troutbreath]

Just picked up an ipod touch this week, and was looking forward to checking this app out. Looking forward to seeing the improvements you make.

[floydpink]

Is the OS3 update tommorow? I was under that impression as well, but read something today about it being pushed back until the 18th......:confused:


see, I told ya!

[blooz4u]

I think you're reading the 18th, due to Hong Kong time. It's supposed to be be 1pm, June 17th, New York time. We'll see!

[floydpink]

I think you're reading the 18th, due to Hong Kong time. It's supposed to be be 1pm, June 17th, New York time. We'll see!

You might be right, i've been on a Singapore newspage for the day.

[sikk50]

Updating to OS 3.0 right now, its taking forever to download

[floydpink]

took a while, but finally got mine updated. Had a l;ittle scare but all was better once I shut off and restarted.

[sikk50]

All the way to the end of the update and it can't do it becasue the server is overloaded. Crap.

[floydpink]

All the way to the end of the update and it can't do it becasue the server is overloaded. Crap.

keep trying, it took me about 8 tries to get the server to respond. I still don't see what all the hype is about yet regarding the os3 upgrade.

[sikk50]

It's working now. Hopefuly everything will still be there in my MS inventory or I'm gunna be one confused inmate looking up all these cigars and trying to remember dates again.

[GWN]

Any word on when the app will be available in the Canadian iTunes store? Can't access it up here.

[KenS]

Any word on when the app will be available in the Canadian iTunes store? Can't access it up here.

I believe it will be available (again) tomorrow, but again fair warning... still waiting for the version 1.1.5 version to be approved by Apple. Should be any day now, but if you have iPhone OS 3 installed, the My Cigars section will likely crash until you get that update. Current "ready for sale" version is 1.1.1 and will work fine on OS 2.2.x. Version 1.1.5 is "in review".

Sorry for the confusion... should be all cleared up in a matter of days.

Thanks for the continued interest :)

[sikk50]

Ken, just curious how many people have gotten this app so far?

[HK3-]

Ken, do you ever feel like the horse?

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll115/Lvmesum3zs/BeatDeadHorse.gif

[KenS]

Update: The 1.1.1 version is back on the app store. If you haven't upgraded to iPhone OS 3, then this version is fine. If you already have OS3, then I recommend that you wait until 1.1.5 is posted (any day now, I hope).

[troutbreath]

Ooops. I saw it on there this morning and downloaded it. But I have also just upgraded my ipod touch to 3.0. Will I be able to update the version of the software when it changes?

[KenS]

Ooops. I saw it on there this morning and downloaded it. But I have also just upgraded my ipod touch to 3.0. Will I be able to update the version of the software when it changes?

Absolutely, you'll get notified of the updates as they are posted (no charge for the updates).

The issue you will have until 1.1.5 comes out is in trying to drill down into the "My Cigars" section. There is a crashing bug in that code due to changes in the database calls with OS 3. The reference section should work fine, so you can get a feel for the app at that point. Hopefully 1.1.5 will get approved/posted any day now.

Thanks

[KenS]

Ken, just curious how many people have gotten this app so far?

Stay tuned for a contest related to this question :)

[troutbreath]

Cool. Thanks, Ken.

[Flat4boxer]

I'm gonna have to DL this.

[KenS]

Ken, just curious how many people have gotten this app so far?

Stay tuned for a contest related to this question :)

Contest posted yesterday in this thread (http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=17302).

[LasciviousXXX]

There were def some issues getting it to sync with the new 3GS for me. It erased my "humidor" selection which is cool. Its always fun to go through the cabinet humi again :D

[KenS]

There were def some issues getting it to sync with the new 3GS for me. It erased my "humidor" selection which is cool. Its always fun to go through the cabinet humi again :D

if you setup your 3GS as a new device, then the app would simply give you a default database (with an empty "My Cigars" section). If you instead restored from a backup of a prior device, it should copy your existing database. Not certain if it's possible though going from one type of device to a new one. (by the way, I'm jealous of your new 3GS; I don't have one yet, still using an origingal iPhone)

Quick reminder that with iPhone OS 3, the My Cigars section is broken; should see the update posted very soon to fix that.

Thanks again for your support :tu

[LasciviousXXX]

Well that makes sense LOL. Ok then not having an issue...just a dumbass :)

I must say that the 3GS is worlds above the 3G IMO. The voice search functionality in multiple applications alone is worth the price of admission. Nothing like saying "Phoenix area malls" in Google and having it auto-search EXACTLY what I said. Also searching for songs/artists etc and playing them all through voice control is Awesome :banger



http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o278/LasciviousXXX/4764_1181079888347_1268687895_30503.jpg

[CigarGuy88]

Hey Ken, any news from apple about the new update? I just ordered a new Iphone 3GS and should be getting it in soon. Pumped to pick up your app :)

[troutbreath]

Hey Ken, any news from apple about the new update? I just ordered a new Iphone 3GS and should be getting it in soon. Pumped to pick up your app :)

I'm kinda curious for my ipod touch, too.

[sikk50]

Well I can tell yall thus far no update but they seem to be trickling in. I think apple got over loaded with their own update and have fallen behind on app updates. I hope to see this one coming through soon

[troutbreath]

Well I can tell yall thus far no update but they seem to be trickling in. I think apple got over loaded with their own update and have fallen behind on app updates. I hope to see this one coming through soon

Yeah, I've had a couple lately, and several on Thursday or Friday. I agree with your premise that it may have been more than itunes could address.

[KenS]

Yeah, I've had a couple lately, and several on Thursday or Friday. I agree with your premise that it may have been more than itunes could address.

I assume that must be the case as well. My update still shows "In Review" after 2 full weeks. Just ridiculous :mad:

[longknocker]

I assume that must be the case as well. My update still shows "In Review" after 2 full weeks. Just ridiculous :mad:

Thanks for the note, Ken. I was wondering why the "My Cigars" section wouldn't work after I updated the new OS. Hopefully the fix will be here soon.

[KenS]

Finally got the notice that the 1.1.5 update is approved :tu. Should show up on the app store within an hour or two. Only change is compatibility with iPhone OS 3.0

Now i'll get the next feature release finished up and submitted.

[troutbreath]

Finally got the notice that the 1.1.5 update is approved :tu. Should show up on the app store within an hour or two. Only change is compatibility with iPhone OS 3.0

Now i'll get the next feature release finished up and submitted.



Whoo hooo! I'm stoked to give this a try. Thanks for the update, Ken.

[CigarGuy88]

Sweet! Looking forward to downloading it Ken!!

[longknocker]

Whoo hooo! I'm stoked to give this a try. Thanks for the update, Ken.

Thanks, Ken! Just checked, not available, yet.

[troutbreath]

Same here . . . but, what's a few more hours?

[longknocker]

Same here . . . but, what's a few more hours?

:tu Just hoping this will fix the problem. I need my cigar app!:)

[troutbreath]

I'm just looking forward to trying it. It got such great pub on here, but I got my ipod with the 3.0 software right off. I need to play!!

[CigarGuy88]

arg no update yet.....GOING CRAZY!!!!

[longknocker]

Updated Just Now & Works Great! Thanks, Ken!:tu:banger:dance::wo

[sikk50]

Got it! Now I gotta try to figure out what's missing since I was last able to edit it...3 bombs....personal smoking...friends....gotta get to work! Lol

[troutbreath]

Got my update. I'm ready to start playing!! Thanks, Ken.

[troutbreath]

This app is pretty sweet. I still have some onesy-twosy sticks to enter. And any Davidoffs -- they are not in the selector, for whatever reason.

Two things that were sobering: I have more smokes than I thought I did, and I have spent a lot more than I should have. I remembered most of my purchase dates (pretty closely, anyway), but consulted receipts in some cases.

Don't look at your receipts. Just get rid of them.

[LasciviousXXX]

Got the update brother :tu

Thank you very much!

[DPD6030]

Updated again. Thanks Ken! You Rock :banger

[Azpostal]

Great! Thanks for the update! Works even better now.

[KenS]

Hey folks, looking for a bit more input ... please see the poll posted in this thread (http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=18022), related to the next release of Mobile Stogie using iPhone OS 3.0 features... your input appreciated :tu

[KenS]

Ok, I've been updating the Mobile Stogie code, adding a few new features, and I'm (finally) ready to code up the "Smoking Notes" section. I don't want to get too elaborate with this, but want to capture the basics. Things that could be put into a 'pick list' would be best, to minimize typing.

My initial thoughts:

All the cigar info (including year, box code, etc) will come from the existing inventory data, so just need to add these fields:

Date
Location
Smoked with whom
Drink paired with
Appearance
Draw
Burn
Ash
Flavors (how to best do this?)
Text notes (do I need to break this down into thirds?
Photo(s) ... (one is easy, more than one might get tricky)

Thoughts??

[GWN]

Ok, I've been updating the Mobile Stogie code, adding a few new features, and I'm (finally) ready to code up the "Smoking Notes" section. I don't want to get too elaborate with this, but want to capture the basics. Things that could be put into a 'pick list' would be best, to minimize typing.

My initial thoughts:

All the cigar info (including year, box code, etc) will come from the existing inventory data, so just need to add these fields:

Date
Location
Smoked with whom
Drink paired with
Appearance
Draw
Burn
Ash
Flavors (how to best do this?)
Text notes (do I need to break this down into thirds?
Photo(s) ... (one is easy, more than one might get tricky)

Thoughts??

As for flavours, how about using the flavour wheel on SilverFox's cheap stick review sheets and the iphone's touch controls so you could just touch as many of the flavours that apply?

[mkr160]

Looks good Ken. Maybe a list of the more common flavors found in cigars. Looking forward to it.

[longknocker]

Looks good Ken. Maybe a list of the more common flavors found in cigars. Looking forward to it.

:tu I agree! Thanks, Ken!:tu

[troutbreath]

I'm really enjoying this app, Ken! Thanks for putting it together.

[Azpostal]

Awesome app Ken!

[KenS]

FYI, last night I submitted the next version of Mobile Stogie to Apple. Now we wait (again) for the mysterious review process before they post the app. It is version 1.5.0, and yes it is a free update. Still haven't finished the smoking notes section, but there are some nice updates here that people have been asking for. NOTE: This is for iPhone OS 3.0 ONLY. Major changes include:


Added 493 new cigars to the reference database. Additional NC brands:

Davidoff
Macanudo
Hoyo de Monterrey
Cohiba
Partagas
Punch
Don Tomás
Montecristo
Drew Estate
Guillen Cigars

Added 'All Humidors' view
Added sort feature to 'My Cigars' views
Added Ring Gauge Tool
Improved user interface for cigar counts
Improved, easier access to inventory data
Many code optimizations


Here are a few new screenshots.

Main screen with updated reference cigar count (up to 2,335 cigars, from 1,842 previously):
http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk40/saywake/MobileStogieMain.jpg

New Humidor View showing 'All Humidors', and the new cigar count look:
http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk40/saywake/MobileStogie1.jpg

New 'All My Cigars' view that can replace the Humidors view. This allows very quick access to your inventory, as you don't have to drill down to screens of category, brand, cigar, etc. Also can be sorted by brand or quantity. Just one big list:
http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk40/saywake/CigarView.jpg

And lastly, I added a ring gauge tool (because I could ;)). It is remarkably accurate! Just move the slider, and the image changes size. Set the (unlit !!) foot of the cigar on it, and figure out what ring gauge that mystery smoke is.
http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk40/saywake/RingGauge.jpg

Look for the update in probably a week or two, after Apple reviews it!!

[blooz4u]

Looks great Ken! Can't wait for the update!

[mkr160]

Great job Ken, as allways. Looking forward to the update.

[white_s2k]

The ring gauge tool is a very cool idea! Thanks Ken!

[troutbreath]

Nice ring gauge tool! I held off on entering some of the NC Monte's I have just because I was going to have to manually enter them. Now, they go into the count!

[DPD6030]

Very cool to add the ring gauge tool Ken. Too bad it won't work on my ipod touch

[kelmac07]

Very cool to add the ring gauge tool Ken. Too bad it won't work on my ipod touch

is there a way to get all the good stuff from this app to work with Ipod touch? I update mine every few days and it still looks the same as when I originally purchased this app.

[troutbreath]

is there a way to get all the good stuff from this app to work with Ipod touch? I update mine every few days and it still looks the same as when I originally purchased this app.



Why wouldn't it work for your ipod touch? You can update the software on your ipod to v3.0 for about $10. I should have all the same capabilities as the iphone, without the calls, of course.

If you are in the app window in itunes, click the "check updates" button at the bottom. That should put the latest changes on your ipod. You may have to update your software, as noted above, for some apps.

[longknocker]

Awesome, Ken! Thanks so much for the update, especially the RG Tool!:tu:)

[KenS]

is there a way to get all the good stuff from this app to work with Ipod touch? I update mine every few days and it still looks the same as when I originally purchased this app.

:confused: Everything in this app will work on the iPod Touch just the same as the iPhone, as long as you are running OS 3.0. I'm not using any special features of the phone.

Seems like the review process for apps is running about 2 weeks these days, so we still have to wait for Apple to post the new Mobile Stogie version. But you'll be notified automatically when it is available.

[aich75013]

Great App

I just bought it and will begin adding my cigars.

( Just noticed that this is my first Post. I came from Club Stogie, but didn't care for Puff. )

[troutbreath]

Welcome!

[KenS]

Great App

I just bought it and will begin adding my cigars.

( Just noticed that this is my first Post. I came from Club Stogie, but didn't care for Puff. )

Welcome...be sure to stop by the new inmate processing area and introduce yourself.

[DPD6030]

Great job Ken. Glad I updated to OS 3.0 and can't wait to use the new features. :tu

[kelmac07]

Thank for the help guys...guess I'm updating to OS 3.0.

[Mirrorlure7m]

KenS : when are you going to add the "update" function ? So all we will have to do is press the update button and it will connect to a server and will do all the updates as far as the database goes.

[csbrewfisher]

Thought you guys and gals might enjoy this (http://finance.yahoo.com/family-home/article/107332/10-Dumbest-iPhone-Apps.html?mod=family-love_money).

[KenS]

Thought you guys and gals might enjoy this (http://finance.yahoo.com/family-home/article/107332/10-Dumbest-iPhone-Apps.html?mod=family-love_money).

whew! I was afraid I'd find Mobile Stogie on that list! :r

[GoldnGT]

I'm a new poster to CA, but have been trolling for a while, and couldn't resist posting to this thread.

I've been enjoying your app for a few weeks Ken. Great Stuff! I may have missed it while reading, but have you got a list of things you are adding to the next version? I've got a few things while messing around with it that I wish it did, and I didn't know if you wanted a PM, posted here, or emailed to you.. but of course you could already be working on those things so i didn't wanna waste your time w/o seeing a list =)

Thanks for creating the best cigar app for the iPhone =D

[troutbreath]

You know what would be great, Ken (and I'm not sure if this is a "you" thing or an Apple thing) -- an export option. How great would it be to offload your Mobile Stogie data into Excel so you could email it, or print your inventory?

[aich75013]

Maybe I am misssing something, but when I look at My Cigars I can see the Brand and Name of a cigar, but not the shape. Can that be added to what is seen when I look at My Cigars.
Currently I have been adding that in the name area, but it would be nice to see the shape there. I just started usin this so I may be looking at it wrong.

Thanks.

[KenS]

Maybe I am misssing something, but when I look at My Cigars I can see the Brand and Name of a cigar, but not the shape. Can that be added to what is seen when I look at My Cigars.
Currently I have been adding that in the name area, but it would be nice to see the shape there. I just started usin this so I may be looking at it wrong.

Thanks.

Yep, right now all of that information is in the reference section (shape, length, ring gauge, etc.). How much of the reference info is needed in the My Cigars section? I have toyed around with having a button to "flip" the screen to toggle between the My Cigars info and the Reference info. Would it be better to just list more of the info directly on that My Cigars detail page?

What do you guys think?

[KenS]

You know what would be great, Ken (and I'm not sure if this is a "you" thing or an Apple thing) -- an export option. How great would it be to offload your Mobile Stogie data into Excel so you could email it, or print your inventory?

A direct 'export' thing not simple, as there are a lot of limitations in the filesystem that apple doesn't allow certain actions. Likewise, when emailing, I don't think they allow attachments. However, I could create a full table of inventory data in the body of an email message, which you could address to anybody (including yourself). Would that be useful?

By the way, you are on your own if you accidently email your inventory to your wife :r:r

[KenS]

I'm a new poster to CA, but have been trolling for a while, and couldn't resist posting to this thread.

I've been enjoying your app for a few weeks Ken. Great Stuff! I may have missed it while reading, but have you got a list of things you are adding to the next version? I've got a few things while messing around with it that I wish it did, and I didn't know if you wanted a PM, posted here, or emailed to you.. but of course you could already be working on those things so i didn't wanna waste your time w/o seeing a list =)

Thanks for creating the best cigar app for the iPhone =D

Best way to provide feedback is to email me at the address in the app. I keep all of the feedback organized in a 'wish list' of ideas people have provided, so can track better that way.

if you go back a page or two in this thread, you'll see the main updates that are coming with version 1.5.0 (still in review at apple at the moment). Hopefully that will post to the app store within a week or so.

[aich75013]

Yep, right now all of that information is in the reference section (shape, length, ring gauge, etc.). How much of the reference info is needed in the My Cigars section? I have toyed around with having a button to "flip" the screen to toggle between the My Cigars info and the Reference info. Would it be better to just list more of the info directly on that My Cigars detail page?

What do you guys think?

I there are two cigars with the same brand and name won't they gt added together. If the shape was added they would be separate. This is why I was asking for shape. Not a big deal.
This is the only extra thing I think would be nice to see. Mainly to separate the sizes. I realize you are probably trying to keep the info displayed to a minimum for space real estate.

[Sauer Grapes]

I'll try and remember to email this later, but I think the ability to set a password would be great.

[aich75013]

Ok, I've been updating the Mobile Stogie code, adding a few new features, and I'm (finally) ready to code up the "Smoking Notes" section. I don't want to get too elaborate with this, but want to capture the basics. Things that could be put into a 'pick list' would be best, to minimize typing.

My initial thoughts:

All the cigar info (including year, box code, etc) will come from the existing inventory data, so just need to add these fields:

Date
Location
Smoked with whom
Drink paired with
Appearance
Draw
Burn
Ash
Flavors (how to best do this?)
Text notes (do I need to break this down into thirds?
Photo(s) ... (one is easy, more than one might get tricky)

Thoughts??


I was going to suggest a way to do a review, but it looks like you are already thinking about it.

Maybe a way to be able to pick a cigar from My Cigars and it place it into a section called Smoked Cigars. Thay way it removes it from the Humidor list and in another list where you can track the ones you have smoked and your thoughts.
(Just a suggestion as it may not be feasable)

[KenS]

Quick update: Version 1.5.0 is now available on the app store. Please let me know if anybody has any problems with it.

Next version is already in development :tu

[longknocker]

Quick update: Version 1.5.0 is now available on the app store. Please let me know if anybody has any problems with it.

Next version is already in development :tu

Thanks, Ken! Any update on the next version as to specifics?:tu:)

[KenS]

Thanks, Ken! Any update on the next version as to specifics?:tu:)

Sure. Here's what I'm planning:


'Price Paid' added to the "My Cigars" section
Live updates to the reference database (touch a button to download latest)
Some form of export; likely will work as "E-Mail Inventory to..."
First pass at a smoking notes section

First two items are about done, with just some testing to finish. The others will take some work.

[HK3-]

Ken, you're a mad man. Sometimes I actually wish I owned an Iphone.

[sikk50]

Ken there's a crash bug, I think it was present in the other version as well. Does it on all of them but here's an example.

My humidor > Don Pepin Garcia > (swipe a cigar [assuming you want to delete and it was a single] when you hit the delete button the app crashes without deleting the cigar)

other than that top notch :tu

[tenbaseg]

Ken there's a crash bug, I think it was present in the other version as well. Does it on all of them but here's an example.

My humidor > Don Pepin Garcia > (swipe a cigar [assuming you want to delete and it was a single] when you hit the delete button the app crashes without deleting the cigar)

other than that top notch :tu


Ditto for me.

Nice update though. I like the new additions.

[KenS]

Ken there's a crash bug, I think it was present in the other version as well. Does it on all of them but here's an example.

My humidor > Don Pepin Garcia > (swipe a cigar [assuming you want to delete and it was a single] when you hit the delete button the app crashes without deleting the cigar)

other than that top notch :tu

Ditto for me.

Nice update though. I like the new additions.

Aack! Ok, I can confirm the bug, and I'll get it fixed. In the meantime, just drill down to the detail page for that cigar, and use the "Delete" button on that page. That works fine. Sorry for the inconvenience :(

[Mirrorlure7m]

Sure. Here's what I'm planning:


'Price Paid' added to the "My Cigars" section
Live updates to the reference database (touch a button to download latest)
Some form of export; likely will work as "E-Mail Inventory to..."
First pass at a smoking notes section

First two items are about done, with just some testing to finish. The others will take some work.

That live update will be great !!!!