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Mobspin.com - With A Little Help From Your Friends
Why it might be a killer
It is a perfect outlet for helping and being helped over the Web.
Some questions
How will the site promote itself?
In their own words
?We all ask our friends for recommendations and advice ? about products, businesses, health, money, travel ? you name it. Until now, getting and sharing recommendations with our friends has been clunky, haphazard and random ? a conversation here, an email there. Mobspin makes it easy to ask for (and share) recommendations with your friends across a wide range of topics.?
What it does
Mobspin is a platform that intends to take asking and sharing recommendations to a whole new level by putting the Internet to good use. In essence, through the site you will be able to ask any question that is going round and round in your head, as well as providing your opinion to anybody who posts a question you feel you can answer.
The questions themselves cover a lot of ground, and you can find people asking for advice on relationships to individuals looking for business guidance and so on.
Moreover, the site includes a database of products that have been reviewed by site users. These are grouped in the pertinent categories, too ? ?Electronics?, ?Parenting?, ?Girl stuff?, ?Guy stuff?? you get the idea.
Incidentally, registration to the site is free and open to everybody, and it is easily carried out.
When all is said and done, the site offers an excellent chance to put an end to nagging worries and to lend a hand yourself. Point your browser to www.mobspin.com if you want further information.
Link: http://www.mobspin.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/User-Gen-Content/mobspin-com-with-a-little-help-from-your-friends
TimeSearch.info - Search The Web Through Timelines
In their own words
?Search the Web through Timelines (and surprise yourself with what you find).?
Why it might be a killer
It is an interesting resource that entertains as well as educating.
Some questions
Can you submit events to be added online?
What it does
There are search engines of all sizes and denominations, and they just keep on coming along. The last one to emerge is this one, which goes by the apt name of TimeSearch ? you see, it is an apt name because it lets you search the WWW through timelines and see what comes up.
Basically, the site will enable you to specify a given timeframe by keying in the corresponding year, and visualize events of note that took place right then. Moreover, refinement tags can be found underneath the ?Areas? and ?Themes? banners. In the first case, you will be able to set down the concrete regions that interest you, while the ?Themes? tags will let you choose your topic from ?Arts?, ?Politics?, ?Religion? and so forth.
Finally, the page also comes complete with a smooth site search that will allow you to find texts, images and multimedia contents by furnishing the respective keywords.
Link: http://www.timesearch.info
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Search/timesearch-info-search-the-web-through-timelines
Beta.Joggle.com - Manage Digital Contents Easily
In their own words
?Joggle is the easiest way to see, manage, and publish all of your digital content. Whether you want the convenience of updating multiple websites, blogs or social networks at once, or you prefer to just share your content with select family or friends, Joggle is designed by a team of dedicated developers who are constantly thinking of better ways to help you manage your stuff, ways that save you and your friends time and hassle.?
What it does
Joggle is a web-service that will let you manage your digital contents with a minimum of hassle. This solution has just moved into public beta, and you can create an account at the site easily and obtain access to a space for mixing and sharing your digital assets as you see fit.
Once you have created an account, the first thing you will see upon logging in is the dashboard. This panel acts as the tool that will enable you to carry out all the abovementioned operations, as well as managing your profile and see how much webspace you have available.
The Dashboard itself gives you centralized access to your media, no matter where it is located ? you can access media on your webspace, and also media that is located at websites such as Flickr et al.
You can then modify and share your media at your heart?s content, and upload it everywhere at the same time, or share it privately with members of your family and acquaintances.
Taking into account the ever-widening number of social sites on offer and the amount of media available all over the Internet, there is always room for solutions like this one. You can sign up for free and see if it is right for you or not at beta.joggle.com.
Some questions
Is it free?
Why it might be a killer
There is a ready market for applications that make the social experience a more ordered and organized one.
Link: http://beta.joggle.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Web20/beta-joggle-com-manage-digital-contents-easily
TwitterImage.com - Tailor-made Twitter Backgrounds
What it does
Has Twitter struck a chord with you? If that is the case, you are not alone ? far from it. It is quite likely you feel the need to improve the outlook of your profile page. After all, in the same way that an imposing office gives a good impression when it comes to judging any enterprise, a nice background to go with a profile page gives a representation of the enthusiasm and dedication of the individual who keeps it.
Twitter Image, then, is an online resource where you can buy designs to spruce up your profile page. There is a wide-ranging collection of styles to choose from, and it is safe to say that users from all walks of life are going to find something they will like. Be it serious backgrounds for companies and corporations or zany backdrops, the site seems to cater for everybody.
Pricing itself is described on the page, and there are free backgrounds for those Twitterers that have a following amounting to at least 2,000 individuals. When ordering, you can also choose between several plans that include different design options and a set number of minor revisions.
Some questions
How much do the different plans cost?
In their own words
?Your public image is important. The right corporate image can make an ordinary company great. The right personal image can help you succeed in life. At Twitter Image, we think the right image is everything.?
Why it might be a killer
Twitter adepts will appreciate the chance of having a more appealing profile page.
Link: http://www.twitterimage.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Web20/twitterimage-com-tailor-made-twitter-backgrounds
ConvertMyTube.com - Convert YouTube Videos
In their own words
?Convert online YouTube videos direct to PC, iPod, iPhone, PSP and Mobile.?
Why it might be a killer
It is a simple yet effective tool that can be used freely.
Some questions
How could this web-based solution be improved?
What it does
There is a fair number of online applications that aim to make the experience of using YouTube a more realized one. Preeminently among them are the tools for capturing and converting video files stored at the popular hosting service. The one we are discussing right now falls squarely into that category.
In general terms, all you have to do is cut and paste the corresponding YouTube URL into the provided box and hit the ?Convert & Download? button. It is really as easy as that. There is not a lot to worry about, but there is not a lot to configure either. In a certain sense, I guess that is the idea of the site. And the one aspect that can be modified is actually the one that should not be bypassed, namely the file extension. This is important if only because it will enable you to rest assured the converted file will be viewable in different setups (like PCs and Macs) and devices (like iPods and iPhones).
At the end of the day, it is always nice to know that there are free services like this one available on the WWW. You always end up needing them when least expected, and that is a fact.
Link: http://www.convertmytube.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Video-Music-Photo/convertmytube-com-convert-youtube-videos
MyUniversities.com - The Future Of Your Education
Why it might be a killer
Those who are pondering on their educational options will find it an excellent source of information.
Some questions
How often are new items added to the database?
What it does
Picking the right University program is certainly a tricky issue, but the complication does not stop there. Choosing the most suitable University is also vital, and the sheer number of educational institutions available means that this can be a taxing experience. Fortunately, there are online resources like MyUniversities to guide you all the steps of the way.
In essence, this web-based service stands as database of US College and University programs that can be searched in several ways, in order to find what you need right when you need it.
This way, you can specify not only the State and the City in question but also the subject you are interested in, and start comparing and contrasting results in order to decide where to spend the next years of your academic life.
The subjects themselves can also be found on the left-hand side of the main page, and you can click on the relevant ones and inform yourself this way.
Moreover, the main page includes reviews of programs that are randomly selected for you to have an even better appreciation and understanding of the approach of different Universities at a glance.
A ?Top 10 Seen? category is also part of the website, and it will let you visualize all these programs that have attracted the most attention among site visitors in case you are curious, or on the lookout for further inspiration when it comes to picking up the right program for you.
Lastly, it is possible to submit programs to be added to the database if you want to share your experience with others. Just follow the link that is provided on the main page.
In their own words
?The most accurate reviews of US college and University programs.?
Link: http://www.myuniversities.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Search/myuniversities-com-the-future-of-your-education
BestCovery.com - Pick The Best Deals Around
Why it might be a killer
It is valuable tool that will let any user save not only money but also time by streamlining the shopping process.
Some questions
How does it fare against other comparison resources on the web today?
What it does
The tagline of this new endeavor is ?Discover the best of everything? and this is quite an accurate description of what can be achieved through the site. In principle, BestCovery comprises a thorough database of products which are compared and contrasted in order to highlight the best deals around.
As it was to be expected, the site is split into a wealth of different categories such as ?Best laptops?, ?Best plasma & LCD TVs? and ?Best Xbox 360 Games?, and these are augmented by a section that lists the most popular queries so far. In the latter case, the answers that have been agreed upon are also displayed for shopping convenience, and you can also access a list of related best picks.
On the other hand, you can easily request a category be added to the featured ones in the event you feel there is a gap that calls for attention, or if you think that an item is misplaced and it deserves a category of its own.
In their own words
?Looking for the best product? There are lots of choices, but only one can be the very best. Let our experts instantly show you the top picks for your needs. Bestcovery is the fastest, easiest way to find the best of everything.?
Link: http://www.bestcovery.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/eCommerce/bestcovery-com-pick-the-best-deals-around
Knowmore.org - Avoiding Corporate Abuse
Some questions
What kind of items can be procured at the existing online store?
What it does
Knowmore is an online resource that aims to raise awareness as regards corporate abuse, and empower members of the online community to be able to tell which companies are trustworthy from the ones that are best left alone.
To these effects, the main page includes a search tool that reads ?What does your purchase power support?? where you can key in the name of any brand, product or company you want to inform yourself about. In addition to carrying out a search, you can consult a section named ?Popular Pages? that showcases these companies that for right or wrong reasons have attracted the most online attention so far.
Once you feel you have informed yourself satisfactorily enough, it is possible to visit the ?Direct Action? pages in order to make a contribution towards any cause you deem as important. This page will explain you how to do so, and inform you on the existing offline and online measures that can be taken to these purposes.
In their own words
?The aim of Knowmore.org is to raise awareness of corporate abuse, and to serve as a catalyst for direct action against corporate power.?
Why it might be a killer
It is a useful resource that has the potential of raising awareness and changing the world we live in.
Link: http://www.knowmore.org
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Web20/knowmore-org-avoiding-corporate-abuse
Smule.com - Sonic Media & Your Mobile
Some questions
When are new products going to be released?
What it does
A startup that is attracting a lot of attention lately, Smule is best-known for his Ocarina app, that turns an iPhone into such an instrument in a very easy and novel manner. This app is thoroughly discussed on the site, and sheet music can be procured under the relevant heading. A score generator is also included for you to conjure and implement random scores.
Although Ocarina stands as the product the general public more readily associates with the company, three other items are available and each merits at least a small mention.
To begin with, a real-time voice shifter that goes by the name of ?Sonic Vox? can be easily procured and put to as many uses as you wish ? wind-ups, pretending you are someone else when a debt collector calls in? You can even plug your iPhone into a set of speakers and use your mobile device as a microphone.
In second place, a product entitled ?Sonic Boom? is featured, and it turns your iPhone into a mobile firecracker that uses your fingers as a virtual match.
The final product is related to the previous one, and it goes by the name of ?Sonic Lighter?. It enables you to light the previously-mentioned firecracker as well as giving you the option to create a blowtorch flame.
As you can see, the apps on offer are quite novel and in some cases (such as Sonic Vox) very useful. It will definitely be interesting to see what products are forthcoming from this company. In the meantime, you can check and order any of the existing ones by following the link that is provided.
In their own words
?Smule is Sonic Media.?
Why it might be a killer
The apps on offer are not only interesting but for the most part quite useful and easy to put into practice.
Link: http://www.smule.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Mobile/smule-com-sonic-media-your-mobile
EtherPad.com - Real-time Collaborative Text Editing
What it does
Self-dubbed as ?the perfect way to collaborate on a text document and keep everyone literally on the same page?, EtherPad sets out to do something the ever-popular Google Docs has bypassed so far: the edition of text in real-time.
As it is pointed out by the programmers, the premise behind EtherPad was to come up with an infrastructure in which every keystroke is shown onscreen at the same time. Moreover, the idea was to make for instant collaboration ? if you think about Google Docs, you will remember how every person had to be a registered user in order to collaborate, not to mention that the actual invitation process itself is a bit time-demanding and cumbersome.
As far as the editing itself is concerned, this application betters Google Docs in the sense that you can clearly see who typed what. As anyone who has taken part of an editing session can tell you, this feature is particularly useful when more than 2 people are working on the same text.
Finally, another feature that merits mentioning is an unlimited ?Undo? command that can be implemented no matter who did the last edition, or when it was done.
When all is said and done, this stands as a viable alternative to Google Docs. Check it out for yourself at Etherpad.com.
In their own words
?The perfect way to collaborate on a text document and keep everyone literally on the same page.?
Why it might be a killer
Those who have been looking for an alternative to Google Docs will probably find it appealing.
Some questions
Is this a web-based solution, or is it necessary to install anything?
Link: http://www.etherpad.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Web-App-Tools/etherpad-com-real-time-collaborative-text-editing
Lymabean.com - Social Network For College Students
What it does
Lymabean is a new social network that has a clearly-defined target audience: college students. Through this social site, these will be able to interact with each other while also being able to connect with different service providers located around campus.
The site actively features all the shareable contents that characterize social networks in general, and it is possible for members to upload pictures and images while entering into online discussions about all that matters to college students. This way, information about upcoming events can be readily shared. Moreover, events can be created in a streamlined fashion and communicated easily.
Registration to the site is carried out in a very intuitive manner, and the same can be said about the actual management and organization of any existing profile. There seems to be an emphasis on making the site as easy to use as possible, and if you couple that with the very striking design on offer you end up with a package that is bound to attract college students all over the country, and most likely keep them coming back for more.
In their own words
?A social networking-ish site for college students only.?
Why it might be a killer
College students everywhere will appreciate the ability to interact in a social site that caters just for them.
Some questions
When is the next update coming along?
Link: http://www.lymabean.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Social-Networking/lymabean-com-social-network-for-college-students
StickyChicken.com - Have A More Active Offline Life
What it does
According to the team behind this startup, StickyChicken was created in order to revitalize the online community by giving its members a chance to have a more active lifestyle and meet up with new people face-to-face.
As a result, StickyChicken stands as an online resource that will let anybody organize and join local pick-up games. The site makes it very easy to discover games that are going to be held as well as arranging one from scratch yourself.
The main page includes a search tool that will let you specify the name of the game you are interested in playing as well as choosing the relevant location from a provided drop down menu,
Registration to the website comes at no charge, and it is actually mandatory for fully using the site and joining any of the featured groups. This is the one and only requisite that has to been complied with.
All in all, the site is definitely worth a visit if you want to interact offline with people you know online, and get down to some old-fashioned fun and entertainment.
In their own words
?Stickychicken is a place for discovering and self-organizing local pick-up games. It?s easy to add your favorite pick-up game spot, find fun pick-up games, or create your own and invite friends! Our mission is to revitalize the local pickup game community and empower people around the world to self-organize both online and face-to-face games. stickychicken believes that your active lifestyle is just as important as your online one.?
Why it might be a killer
It is an excellent way of meeting your online contacts offline.
Some questions
Which territories are taken into account?
Link: http://www.stickychicken.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Web20/stickychicken-com-have-a-more-active-offline-life
Kontagent.com - Viral Analytics Platform
What it does
Kontagent can be best described as a viral analytics platform that is geared towards social network application developers. The company itself is headquartered in San Francisco, and it has been founded by serial entrepreneurs Albert Lai and Jeffrey Tseng.
Currently, this platform works with the existing Facebook API, and support for OpenSocial and MySpace is underway. Kontagent is implemented by providing a wrapper for the Facebook client library that extracts the pertinent information, and this is processed by the platform?s analytics system.
The aspects that Kontagent can track include age, gender and number of friends. Moreover, the platform can pinpoint the exact location (both country and State), as long as the individual is based on either the United States or Canada.
Further layers of analysis can take into account the number of page views and unique visits a site has, as well as the overall time that is spent on the website. For its part, the effectiveness of non-viral channels can be easily gauged through the platform, and the same goes for A/B testing.
As far as pricing is concerned, Kontagent is free for independent application developers, and the existing features will remain free even if premium services are eventually implemented.
In their own words
?Kontagent is the leading viral analytics platform for social network application developers. The Kontagent platform has been built from the ground up to provide deep social data visualization and analysis that delivers actionable insights delivered via a hosted, on-demand service.?
Why it might be a killer
It is useful service that comes at no cost whatsoever.
Some questions
When will be support for other platforms such as MySpace and OpenSocial be implemented?
Link: http://www.kontagent.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Web20/kontagent-com-viral-analytics-platform
SitOrSquat.com - Find A Toilet Wherever You Are
In their own words
?Sitorsquat.com is a site that is dedicated to telling you where the closest place to relieve yourself is and whether or not that place is worth even sitting or squatting (or standing) at. We all find ourselves needing a public restroom every once in a while, whether it's walking down a city block or driving on a highway with a few whining kids in the backseat. This application is designed to be viewed either on your computer or your mobile device.?
Why it might be a killer
This is the kind of service that will help you out when least expected, and get you out of trouble instantly.
Some questions
How do you submit a restroom to the database?
What it does
Nature calls when least expected, and it is always handy to have a resource like this one at hand. Generally speaking, this online service will let you know about restrooms in your close vicinity by displaying such information either on your web browser or your mobile device.
SitOrSquat does much more than telling you about available toilets, though. It actually offers a succinct review of each and every location that makes up the online database. This way, you will be able to figure out what to expect. No alarms and no surprises indeed.
This service has the added advantage of covering the whole world since it is based on Google Maps. Moreover, the toilets that make up the database are submitted by users, and in practice this means that territories far and wide are duly taken care of.
To sum it up, SitOrSquat is a web service that comes free of charge and that can be more than useful when any situation (such as an emergency when traveling down the highway with several children) arises.
Link: http://www.sitorsquat.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/User-Gen-Content/sitorsquat-com-find-a-toilet-wherever-you-are
Snapily.com - Bring Your Photos To Life
What it does
Snapily is a young startup that will give you the chance to bring to life your business and greeting cards, and the same goes for items like notebooks and scrapbooks. The provided system makes for taking pictures and images and applying a host of effects to them such as morphing and mixing. Moreover, you can easily cull images from your preferred videos and apply them to the media in question.
The process for crating such a print is very intuitive, and the site will let you chose the design that you feel will match your intended creation from several ones. These have names such as ?Sunny Side Up?, ?Green and Blue Butterflies? and ?Kiss Me!? to name but three. Once you have customized it, you simply place an order and buy the finished product.
Pricing itself is detailed in the corresponding part of the site, and different packages are available for you to choose the one that will suit you best.
Lastly, the site also features a gift wizard that makes finding the right present for the right person an effortless task.
In their own words
?Create your own 3D & animated prints.?
Why it might be a killer
It is a supple way of making print media more alluring and engaging.
Some questions
How customizable is the design process itself?
Link: http://www.snapily.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Video-Music-Photo/snapily-com-bring-your-photos-to-life
TidyFavorites.com - Tidy Up Your Favorites
What it does
Self-defined as ?the next--generation program that makes working with bookmarks safer, faster and easier?, Tidy Favorites is a news service that aims to let you store and access your collection of bookmarks in a new light.
This new system is based upon an interface which displays a gallery of thumbnail images of the sites you have bookmarked. This list that can be visualized using any web browser, and it can be customized at will, too ? you can drag and drop links with great ease, and also resize the bookmark thumbnails themselves. Moreover, the search process is made suppler by the inclusion of a command line.
You can download a free version from the site in order to get started, and then upgrade to the full version if you find it is exactly what you have been looking for.
On the other hand, if you are already hooked on Tidy Favorites make sure to visit the ?Support? and ?Community? sections in order to meet up with like-minded individuals and make the best out of this interesting application.
Some questions
How much do you have to pay if you want to upgrade?
Why it might be a killer
It is a viable alternative to bookmarking that can arouse quite a bit of interest.
In their own words
?Tidy up your favorite bookmarks & easily surf the web with this next-generation, user-friendly interface.?
Link: http://www.tidyfavorites.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Web-App-Tools/tidyfavorites-com-tidy-up-your-favorites
WhatALovelyName.com - Baby Names Galore
In their own words
?The perfect name for your baby.?
Why it might be a killer
New and expecting parents everywhere will find it worth the while
Some questions
Couldn?t more refinement tags be added?
What it does
A search engine that serves a specific purpose, What A Lovely Name is there to ensure that new fathers or those who are expecting will be able to settle on the right name with a minimum of a fuss.
The search process itself can be focused on three different aspects. To begin with, you can take into account different nationalities and ethnicities by clicking on any of the ?Tradition? tags that are featured. In second place, you can choose any of the existing ?Dispositions? keywords in order to streamline results. In this case, you can have your pick from adjectives such as ?Friendly?, ?Intelligent? and ?Gentle?, along with nouns such as ?Leader?. Finally, it is possible to get name suggestions for your baby by taking into account celebrity names. In this particular case, you can use refinement tags such as ?Hollywood?, ?Musicians? and ?Politicians?.
As you can see, the site is very easy to use and the emphasis is clearly on providing a concise service without delays or distractions of any kind. You can give it a try for yourself by following the link which is provided.
Link: http://www.whatalovelyname.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Search/whatalovelyname-com-baby-names-galore
EbandLive.com - Professional Websites For Bands
Why it might be a killer
It is a convenient service which is rendered in a supple manner.
Some questions
When are other plans going to be added to the existing ones?
What it does
The suitably-titled EbandLive is a company that designs websites for bands, in addition to providing a web service enabling any band to manage and update its website from anywhere in the world an Internet connection is available. Through this management service it is possible to add, delete and modify information such as news and tour dates along with the band biography and the current line-up (useful if the band has a Gallagher-like relationship and everybody leaves every five minutes).
There are different plans available, depending upon how much you wish to design yourself. Basically, these are ?You Design? and ?We Design?, with the former obviously being cheaper than the latter. In any case, all the featured plans include subscription and integration into the existing content management system. It must also be mentioned that a ?Ready Made? plan is going to be implemented sometime in the near future.
Several websites are included as examples in the event you can?t make up your mind and wish to check firsthand a finished design. A comprehensive FAQ is likewise featured for reference purposes.
In their own words
?ebandLive gives you a professionally designed website and content management service so you can easily update your band's website from anywhere in the world using only a web browser. Add, delete and edit news postings, tour dates, blogs, links, band bios, pics, mp3s and more! ebandLive was built specifically for bands, artists, band manager / management companies and record labels. It includes all of the elements that make a music website kick ass AND it's super easy for anyone to update.?
Link: http://www.ebandlive.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Web20/ebandlive-com-professional-websites-for-bands
Inkubook.com - Make Online Photo Books
What it does
Ever wanted to treasure memories on the web in an elegant way? If that is indeed the case, a visit to the Inkubook website will certainly not go amiss. In principle, this site will provide you with the resources to upload pictures by dragging and dropping them into the layouts that are provided. You can also include comments and assorted thoughts by adding texts to the images you upload.
In addition to creating your own photo books and storing them online, you will be able to invite your friends and acquaintances not only to see them but also to make their own contributions. In practice, this means that your books will have a life of their own as people add their pictures and comments online.
Lastly, if you like the idea of having your own online photo book but are not sure on the approach that will suit it best you can check out the provided samples. These are grouped under the ?Book Ideas? heading. Some of these book ideas include examples of family story books along with recommendations for travel and sports books among several others.
Some questions
How much does it cost? Are there different plans available?
Why it might be a killer
It is a superb way of storing memories online, not to mention a very easy-to-implement solution.
In their own words
?Inkubook, an Author Solutions brand, is an easy-to-use online photo book creation service that enables people to make drop-dead gorgeous photo books in minutes. With Inkubook, it's simple to upload photos and then drag-and-drop them onto creative layouts to make a fantastic book. Inkubook creators can invite friends to contribute text and photos, which makes collaborative book-making fast and fun.?
Link: http://www.inkubook.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Video-Music-Photo/inkubook-com-make-online-photo-books
OpenCoffeeClub.org - Social Network For Entrepreneurs
Why it might be a killer
It can give anybody a good umbrella knowledge of what goes into setting up a successful online enterprise.
Some questions
Are there related networks out there or is this a trendsetter?
What it does
The resource we know as the OpenCoffee Club can be best defined as a social network where those who love startups hang out and meet. The aim of this social site is clear: to encourage entrepreneurs, developers and investors to interact with each other in order to network and grow together.
This particular resource has members spanning the whole world (more than 80 countries are already represented) and you can create your very own group easily, by following the process that is described online. Basically, you create your group on either Meetup.com or Upcoming.org and then send the details to Mr. Saul Klein, the creator of OpenCoffee Club.
In true social site fashion, a host of contents are shared among members and these are readily accessible from the main page. Videos that have titles such as ?The Secret to Attracting Sales Success? and ?What Buyers & Sellers Need to Know? are always prominently featured, and a forum is likewise included for additional discussion and interaction.
All in all, if you are keen on starting your very own enterprise yet are unsure how should you proceed this social network is right for you. Visit it at OpenCoffeeClub.com and join in the action today.
In their own words
?The OpenCoffee Club was started to encourage entrepreneurs, developers and investors to organise real-world informal meetups to chat, network and grow.?
Link: http://www.opencoffeeclub.org
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Social-Networking/opencoffeeclub-org-social-network-for-entrepreneurs
Apps.Glam.com - Power Up Your Blog Or Your Site
What it does
Presented by Glam Media, the giant media network that covers the women market and which has a consolidated presence in more than 500 sites and weblogs, Glam Apps stand as a new way for webmaster and bloggers to punch up their traffic figures.
These apps include celebrity photos, slideshows and videos alongside polls and chats that can be easily implemented. Moreover, sharing buttons are included together with video commenting in order to foster user interaction and build up online interest.
Adding any of the featured apps is quite easy, too. You simply browse through the available list until you find one that catches your fancy, and then configure it to suit your site or weblog. Once this has been taken care of, you simple embed the provided code on your website or blog.
A nice touch is that anybody can suggest new apps to be developed through the existing Glam Apps Wishlist. This way, you can start making a revenue-generating idea of your own a tangible reality.
In their own words
?Glam Apps help bloggers and site owners add new features and grow their traffic and revenue.?
Why it might be a killer
Bloggers and webmasters alike will appreciate the chance to increase their traffic figures and generate a higher revenue in the process.
Some questions
How difficult is it to configure any of the featured apps?
Link: http://apps.glam.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Web-App-Tools/apps-glam-com-power-up-your-blog-or-your-site
HardySystems.com - Web Calendaring Made Easy
What it does
Found at HardySystems.com, Dates! is a web calendaring solution that has all the usual goodies one expects in such an application. Through Dates! it is possible to schedule events in any given field ? this application will be useful not only to individual users, but also to organizations and institutions such as universities needing to display an academic calendar and so forth.
Moreover, there are different formats to choose from when using this application. For instance, calendars can consist of plain text for being copied into a word processor, or preformatted for being printed straight away.
The site also has a section that will let you test out Dates! and see how it fares for yourself. You simply have to log in to the fictional ?Guest Enterprise? calendar which is part of the premises using ?Guest? both as the ID and the password to have a sampler of this application in full swing.
There are three different versions of Dates! available, namely the full version, a reduced-feature version and a simple upcoming-events only calendar. The price of each one of these is described on the site, and in any case there is a free 30-day trial period.
In their own words
?DATES! is a web event calendaring and scheduling service. It provides event calendars to your web site for your visitors, with searching, sorting, and visitor-interaction built in.?
Why it might be a killer
It is a simple approach that works very well in practice.
Some questions
How much does each version cost? How do they differ from each other?
Link: http://www.hardysystems.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Web-App-Tools/hardysystems-com-web-calendaring-made-easy
USGN.net - Smoother Web-based Collaborative Projects
What it does
USGN is a company that provides web-based collaborative project management software solutions, aimed at business teams that need to work together in the cyberspace. This platform is described at the corporate website, under the ?Products? banner.
In general terms, this tool gives individuals the wherewithal to automate different steps and tasks of the collaboration process while supplying a database which is hosted on the WWW, and that makes for virtual collaboration.
One of the main selling points of this platform is that is fully configurable and adaptable to each customer?s best practice models and procedures. This aspect is actually pivotal, as the transition itself towards web-based processes is not necessarily an easy task.
The various modules that are part of this tool are also described online. These include: ?Architecture & Engineering?, ?Real Estate?, ?Due Diligence & Land-use? and ?Store Planning? just to name a few.
For its part, the handling of in-house systems and company management are likewise taken care of, enabling companies to build applications to deal with non-project related elements such as time sheets and travel requests.
If you are interested in such a solution, a demo can be requested easily through the site. A link is provided at the top of most screens to these effects.
In their own words
?USGN is a leading provider of web-based collaborative project management software, transforming multi-project industries such as construction with the world's first thin client Application Development Platform. For today's virtual business teams who need to work together in collaborative workgroups, USGN is the essence of collaboration with a portfolio of software and a powerful development platform.?
Why it might be a killer
Businesses everywhere are certain to find the available solutions remarkable.
Some questions
How does the company compare to other enterprises providing similar services?
Link: http://www.usgn.net
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Web-App-Tools/usgn-net-smoother-web-based-collaborative-projects
GetGoodsense.com - Environmentalist Ad Network
In their own words
?We are the premier ad network for reaching consumers who care about living green, the environment, and sustainability.?
Why it might be a killer
It caters for a specific sector of the public which is a force that has to be reckoned with in today?s market.
Some questions
How much does Goodsense charge?
What it does
Goodsense is an ad network that will let advertisers reach an audience made up of individuals who buy and consume green products and services. On the other hand, publishers who wish to monetize their green sites can also do so via the website.
As a result, the Goodsense portal splits itself into two main categories ? one which is aimed at advertisers, and one that deals with publishers.
Further environmentalist support is provided by what the company terms ?goodcents?, an euphemism for charitable donations that are made each month to groups spanning the whole globe which share the same sustainability and green values. You can read more about this initiative in the section that goes by the same name, and see the foundations and groups that are being supported month by month.
If you like the approach of the company, you can easily place an ad by following the link which is provided on the main page. Simply position your web browser at Getgoodsense.com and you are on your way.
Link: http://www.getgoodsense.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Marketing/getgoodsense-com-environmentalist-ad-network
iStylr.com - Online CSS Template Generator
In their own words
?iStylr is an online application that enables you to easily create, edit and share tableless css designs online. It lets you im- and export almost any website and allows you to create themes on the basis of other people's designs.?
Why it might be a killer
Web designing is still a tricky issue that not everybody can tackle, and resources such as this one have a ready public.
Some questions
How knowledgeable must you be to get the best out of this web service?
What it does
A site which will be of great interest to webmasters and anybody who is in the process of designing a website, iStylr stands as an online resource that facilitates the creation of CSS templates.
From a technical standpoint, what iStlyr does is to create tableless CSS designs that can be then edited and shared with any person you wish. As it is explained on the site, the basic premise behind this web service was to come up with a tool that could help both newcomers and pros. As a result, users can import and export designs and use them to their own benefit.
The main page includes a ?Design Now? link that will let you get down to some action, as long as you are a registered user. If you are not, you can easily sign up and become one, and that process itself is inexpensive.
In finishing, a service like this might just be what you need in order to give your website a chance to stand out from the crowd. Locate your browser at www.istylr.com to learn more.
Link: http://www.istylr.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Web-App-Tools/istylr-com-online-css-template-generator
WePapers.com - The World?s Biggest Study Group
What it does
Students everywhere are more than likely to maximize a visit to this site. Broadly speaking, WePapers can be defined as an online study group that helps students share and expand their knowledge by interacting with other site users and procuring a wealth of materials. These include class notes and study guides that range far and wide.
For instance, some of the papers that can be procured deal with Social Sciences such as Anthropology and Law, along with Art & Humanities materials. Moreover, Science & Engineering papers are prominently featured together with computer-related notes and guides.
In addition to listing the different paper categories, the site includes a ?Institutions? section where you can see the different colleges and universities that are represented on WePapers. The most popular institutions are grouped together for easy reference, too.
Lastly, recommended papers are gathered underneath the ?We Like? banner. In any case, a cloud of tags is included on the main page and you can resort to it if you are not certain how to proceed best.
In their own words
?WePapers helps students and others share and expand their knowledge. You can find and download the papers and documents you need in a matter of seconds, discuss them with others, or just mess around.?
Why it might be a killer
Students everywhere will appreciate such an online database being available and accessible at no cost.
Some questions
How do you submit papers and materials? Is registration mandatory?
Link: http://www.wepapers.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Web20/wepapers-com-the-world-s-biggest-study-group
WipeeList.com - Get In Control Of Your Tasks
What it does
To-do lists are popular on the WWW - some may say that they are far too popular and that there is an endless succession of applications doing exactly the same thing. This argument certainly holds water, but it is always nice to have as many alternatives as possible to choose from. Moreover, most of these applications are provided free of charge, with the sole aim of making life simpler for internauts everywhere.
Wipee List is a new one that has just been released, and it does what it is meant to do in a quick and direct way. Upon signing up you will be able to add and edit tasks the way that you see fit. Unicode support has already been addressed, and this means that a plethora of languages are taken into consideration.
Although Wipee List is still in formative stages, all the basic features are in place and according to the provided blog a lot more are on the way. You can check it out for free at the provided address, and a site tour is likewise featured for you to have a better understanding of the fine points of this application.
In their own words
?Get in control of your tasks. With Wipee List, it?s never been easier.?
Why it might be a killer
It is a free application that works in an efficient and hassle-free manner.
Some questions
How will this application advertise itself in order to gain a foothold in the market?
Link: http://www.wipeelist.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Web-App-Tools/wipeelist-com-get-in-control-of-your-tasks
Rantr.co.uk - Voice Your Discontent
What it does
This new UK-based initiative has a name that speaks for itself. Is there something that really bothers you? Want to feel better by getting it off your chest? If that is the case, you can always resort to a site like this and voice your discontent.
The site couldn?t be easier to use. The one actual requisite is registering beforehand by filling out the three fields that are provided - username, e-mail and password. Once registration has been complied with, you will be able to publish your rants and ravings for all to see.
When submitting a comment, you can also add a little emoticon to emphasize your message. The messages themselves tend to range from ?It?s always raining in England, I hate it!? to messages that deal with current celebrities or popular shows like High School Musical, but you are free to rant about anything that irks you.
All in all, this site stands as a good way to let off some frustration, and it is surely cheaper than a visit to your local shrink. You can try it out for yourself at rantr.co.uk and start ranting right away.
In their own words
?Rant about it all.?
Why it might be a killer
Those wishing to alleviate some tension might do so in a streamlined way thanks to this site.
Some questions
What are the rules you should abide by if you intend to become a site user?
Link: http://www.rantr.co.uk
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/User-Gen-Content/rantr-co-uk-voice-your-discontent
SiteBar.org - Online Bookmark Manager
What it does
SiteBar is an application that is aimed at those who use multiple computers and wish to have centralized access to their bookmarks. This is accomplished by storing them on an online server.
As it is explained on the site, the server itself can be either the SiteBar server run by the authors or a public server running the SiteBar software. Alternatively, it is possible to use your own server, as long as you install the (free) SiteBar software to go with it.
Browsers that are supported include Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox and Opera, and the integration itself is a seamless process. The site actually includes a screenshot tour to get you started.
The fees that apply are described on the site, and the different available plans are individualized. These include ?Basic?, ?Standard? and ?Premium? packages along with ?Partner? and ?Admin? incarnations. Demos are also available in most cases for you to give SiteBar a try before you buy it, and see if it is right for you or not.
In their own words
?SiteBar is a solution for people who use multiple browsers or computers and want to have their bookmarks available from anywhere without need to synchronize them or take them along.?
Why it might be a killer
It is a practical and reasonably-priced solution.
Some questions
How can I find out which plan is the suitable one for me?
Link: http://www.sitebar.org
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Web-App-Tools/sitebar-org-online-bookmark-manager
Tipd.com - A Community For Financial News & Ideas
What it does
Tip?d is a social site that is devoted to finance, investing and related business topics. Generally speaking, users submit stories that fall into any of the abovementioned categories and other members of the community can rate them by casting a vote, and also by leaving comments.
The site includes both ?Published News? and ?Upcoming News? categories, the latter giving you a taster of issues that will be soon dealt with. A ?Submit a New Story? is also part of this navigation menu.
For its part, the ever-present list of categories is featured for ease of navigation. In this particular case, these include ?Entrepreneurship?, ?Personal Finance?, ?Private Equity and VC? and ?Real Estate? to name but four.
Joining this online community comes at to no cost at all ? you simply sign up by following the provided link and submitting prototypical information like your username and some profile particulars.
Finally, a blog is likewise part of the site and you can easily access it through the main page. As it is often the case, site updates and related considerations are discussed therein.
In their own words
?Tip'd is a community for financial news, ideas, and tips.?
Why it might be a killer
It covers a wealth of business and financial topics, and there is a strong social element at play.
Some questions
How often is the site updated?
Link: http://www.tipd.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Web20/tipd-com-a-community-for-financial-news-ideas
Generatus.com - Spruce Up The Status Of Your Profile
In their own words
?How many hours have you wasted trying to think of something suitably witty, funny and original for your status on Facebook or Twitter? Let's face it, a status like 'Dave is mowing the lawn' or 'Kate is asleep' is not going to impress that huge entourage of friends you've amassed. Never fear! Your days of boring status updates are over! Simply type your name, indicate whether you are a boy or a girl, then hit Generate.?
Why it might be a killer
It is a practical tool that simplifies proceedings considerably.
What it does
Can?t think of anything original or funny for your status on Twitter or Facebook? If that is indeed the case, this site might just provide you with the resources for making your profile a more remarkable one, and without working too much of a sweat at that.
In essence, all you have to do is provide your name and choose your gender and then hit the ?Generate? button. Upon doing so, a random and witty quote will be produced for you to cut and paste. I tried it a couple of times, and some of the results that the Generatus came up with included ?Roger is thinking inside the box because too many people are thinking outside the box?, and ?Roger is on the way to Europe, France?.
The generation process is not entirely random, though. You can specify some tags in order to ensure that the results will reflect your personality best. A cloud of keywords is also included for you to choose the most suitable ones on offer.
Some questions
How many tags can you include at the same time?
Link: http://www.generatus.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Web-App-Tools/generatus-com-spruce-up-the-status-of-your-profile
Infoaxe.com - A Search Engine For Your Web Memory
In their own words
?Infoaxe is a Search Engine for your Web Memory, founded by two graduate students at Stanford University. With infoaxe, every page that you see on the Web gets added to your Personal Web Memory and is now searchable. No more manual bookmarking!?
Why it might be a killer
It might stand as the future of information access on the web.
Some questions
Where can I read more about the way this search technology is implemented?
What it does
Developed by two graduate students at Stanford University, Infoaxe is advertised as a search engine for your web memory. This engine works by storing every page that you visit on the Internet into a personal web memory. This way, manual bookmarking is dispensed with.
An approach like this has various uses, the most immediate being letting you look up again something you accidentally stumbled upon weeks, maybe even months ago just by providing Infoaxe with the relevant query.
Speaking of search queries, these have the added advantage of being far more concise (or ?lazier?, as the programmers put it ) than traditional Google tags. This means that pages you visited at least once will be very easy to look up and find, no matter how many websites are there on the WWW that share similar titles.
The site also includes a very thorough FAQ file, and through it you will be able to learn how to best accommodate Infoaxe to suit your browsing preferences.
Lastly, you can easily contact the programmers via the provided address. Bear in mind that they are looking for people with a strong background in web programming and software engineering, and they are currently accepting resumes, so if don?t think twice if you feel you have what it takes.
Link: http://www.infoaxe.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Search/infoaxe-com-a-search-engine-for-your-web-memory
GMail-Backup.com - Play It Safe
In their own words
?The ultimate one-click solution for doing backups of your GMail account.?
Why it might be a killer
GMail users will appreciate the added security a solution like this brings.
What it does
As its name unequivocally implies, GMail Backup is a tool that will let you rest assured all the vital communications that are stored online at your GMail account won?t be lost accidentally.
All major operating systems are taken into account, and those who use PCs, Macs and Linux are catered for.
This solution is actually provided free of charge, and you can download the latest version at the website. Alternative download sites are also listed just in case, but bear in mind that not all of them feature the latest version for download.
Moreover, the site includes an active forum where issues such as if it is possible to backup only mails with a specific label are brought to the fore and discussed. The forum is also a good place to make suggestions and put forward ideas for the betterment of this application which is currently on its seventh incarnation.
All in all, this tool acts as an inexpensive solution for making sure that your valued communications are actually safe from any situation that might arise. Visit Gmail-backup.com for further information.
Some questions
Is it free?
Link: http://www.gmail-backup.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Web-App-Tools/gmail-backup-com-play-it-safe
Twittonary.com - The Twitter Dictionary
In their own words
?The Twitter Dictionary aka Twittonary provides explanations of various Twitter related words.?
Why it might be a killer
It is a valuable tool for those who are just catching up with the ever-popular micro-blogging platform.
Some questions
How could this online dictionary be improved? Shouldn't synonyms, antonyms and related words be added to broaden its scope?
What it does
As a linguist, I am always interested in the way that new technologies and advances which come along modify the existing communication conventions. Instant messaging is a topic that springs easily to mind, and Twitter does not lag behind in any sense. In both cases, the limit of characters at play means that people have to devise new ways to say more using less, and the results are always interesting to behold. On the other hand, the Twitterverse is characterized by a whole set of terms that have been coined. Of course, even those who don?t use Twitter know what a Tweet is, but what about words like ?Tweenk? or ?Twitterloop?? That is where a service like this one comes in handy.
Twittonary is a tool which will suit not only those who are extraneous to the concept of Twittering and wish to catch up, but also those who are relative newcomers and can?t afford to ask an obvious question for shame of doing wrong and being flamed for life.
In addition to that, people can submit their own entries to this online dictionary, and make it a bigger and better reference material in the process. Don?t hesitate to visit the site if you deem yourself as a tweetaholic, and think there is a contribution you can make.
Link: http://www.twittonary.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Web20/twittonary-com-the-twitter-dictionary
AuctionSearchKit.co.uk - Putting eBay On The Map
In their own words
?Putting eBay on the map.?
Why it might be a killer
It is an excellent companion to eBayers everywhere.
Some questions
Are there related tools on the web, or is this one a forerunner in itself?
What it does
A visit to this website has top priority for avid eBayers out there. Its tagline is in itself an apt definition - it reads ?Putting eBay on the map?. This is exactly what it does, as the ASK site provides you with the resources for visualizing the location of any eBay item that interests you.
The kit itself also features a wealth of tools that can easily be put to good use. These include a Greasemonkey script for Firefox that will enable you to add map buttons to eBay and a set of search plugins that can be used both with Mozilla Firefox and Internet Explorer.
These will enable you to conduct both simple and advanced searches, and take into account a plethora of considerations. For example, whenever you carry out a search it is possible to specify that only items located within a given range be displayed, and the maximum total price can be specified as well.
Lastly, a bookmarklet is likewise included and you can use it when viewing eBay search results or a single item listing in order to quickly realize that item?s location.
Link: http://www.auctionsearchkit.co.uk
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Web-App-Tools/auctionsearchkit-co-uk-putting-ebay-on-the-map
Mint11.com - A VIP Social Network
Geographical References: New York / New York, New York
What it does
In the words of the team behind it, ?Mint11 is dedicated to serving the needs of a few select people who require an upscale, high-class social experience.? Roughly translated from English to English, Mint11 is a VIP social network that gives its members access to top events and parties at the hottest locations today.
This initiative is the brainchild of several NYC business moguls that intend to create an atmosphere where high profile individuals can interact with related socialites.
Admission to this network comes at a fixed charge that is described at the site. This fee actually amounts to US$ 10 per month, and it will give you access to invites to the most sough-after events in locations such as New York, Los Angles and Miami.
Upcoming events are actually announced on the site?s main page, so that you can always check what?s going on easily whenever you log in.
Whether a network that subsidizes itself by charging a membership is a viable proposition or not remains moot, but it is safe to say that there is more than a fair share of individuals that will find the basic premise appealing, and who will relish the chance to move in higher spheres. If that happens to be your case, this social site might just be the stepping stone you have been looking for.
In their own words
?Mint11 is dedicated to serving the needs of a few select people who require an upscale, high-class social experience. As a member, you will gain access to posh private parties and upscale events around the world. At every Mint 11 event, Mint 11 designates staff to personally ensure all members are getting the VIP treatment they deserve. Mix and mingle with celebrities and the world's elite, connect with thousands of posh Mint11 members.?
Why it might be a killer
It gives those willing to gravitate to higher atmospheres a ready chance to do it.
Some questions
What features are going to be added later on?
Link: http://www.mint11.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Social-Networking/mint11-com-a-vip-social-network
WorkArea.com - Manage Your Business From Anywhere
What it does
WorkArea is an operating system that aims to seamlessly integrate the traditional systems of personal computers, cell phones and PDAs in a package that provides growing businesses with real-time access to their information from any wireless device.
This suite of productivity tools serves the purpose of simplifying both time tracking and administrative duties, and each tool is described on the website. These include a ?Time Clock? that will allow users to track the time they spend working on a specific project, an ?Expenses? feature that creates reports for expenses pending reimbursements and a ?Time Sheet? that acts as a webified version of its classic paper counterpart. There is also a wide collection of report tools that go by suitable names such as ?Personal Reports?, ?Company Reports? and so on.
At the end of the day, the software solutions on offer make for tracking work time and effectively managing a business from anywhere. A free 30-day trial version can be easily procured through the site if you want to see WorkArea in action for yourself.
In their own words
?WorkArea.com is an ASP (application service provider) that offers business productivity tools to its subscribers via a PC web browser or wireless Internet enabled device such as a mobile phone or PDA.?
Why it might be a killer
Growing businesses everywhere will find such a set of tools appealing.
Some questions
How much does it cost? Are there different plans available?
Link: http://www.workarea.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Web-App-Tools/workarea-com-manage-your-business-from-anywhere
OhMyGas.com - Find The Cheapest Gas Stations
What it does
Ray Davies once penned a terrific composition named ?A Galloon of Gas? which, in keeping with the tongue-in-cheek feel of many compositions from the Low Budget album mourned recession in a way that not only elicited thought but also managed to raise a smile at the same time. I was reminded of that composition when I came across this website, an online resource where you can inform yourself about the price of gas all over the United States.
In a certain sense, it could be said that this web-hosted resource is an effective social gas price finder as users can report how much they are being charged in their areas for others to compare prices and decide where to head to.
To these purposes, a ?Find Gas Prices by Zipcode? tool is prominently featured, and the results are presented to you on a map that covers the whole region you specified.
The site also includes a ?Current National Gas Averages? section that enables anybody to check the highest and lowest prices at a simple glance, whereas the top contributors to the website are individualized in the ?Top Spotters? area.
In their own words
?Find the cheap gas stations online.?
Why it might be a killer
It is a worthwhile web-based resource that will let users save not only time but also money.
Some questions
Will the project branch out in the future and include neighboring territories as well?
Link: http://www.ohmygas.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Web20/ohmygas-com-find-the-cheapest-gas-stations
Afinito.com - Share The Things You Love Online
What it does
Kept by a gentleman named Nils, Afinito offers people the world over the chance to convene online with a simple yet valuable purpose: to share the things they love. Mr. Nils believes that in order to live a happy life, you have to be surrounded by the things and people you love and regard the most. To these effects, he created this online portal so that people can list everything they love in life, acting as a reminder of what truly matters to them.
Of course, in addition to making a contribution to this online list for all to see you will be able to contact directly other people who share your very same feelings as regards specific matters. Not only that, but by meeting new people who share part of your best-loved items you are likely to come across new things for you to experience and grow fond of.
All in all, Afinito will offer you a space where new bonds can be built and old bonds can be strengthened. The pursuit of happiness is getting easier everyday.
In their own words
?What do you love in life??
Why it might be a killer
A visit to a true feel-good resource never goes amiss.
Some questions
How could the site be made more interactive?
Link: http://www.afinito.com
Our Review: http://www.killerstartups.com/Web20/afinito-com-share-the-things-you-love-online
IsItAnyGood.biz - Product Reviews & Comparison
What it does
Is It Any Good? is an online endeavor that was created because the webmaster felt the need for a centralized resource with reviews written by the people for the people, comparing and contrasting different products in a concise manner.
The reviews on offer revolve around two basic question, namely the one that inspires the title of the site and other which reads ?Would you buy it again??. The reviews aim to be short and to the point, and since they are submitted by users a lot of ground is covered.
For instance, there are reviews of the latest mobile devices along with a wealth of gadgets, and the services rendered by companies located in different parts of the globe are discussed on the site. Moreover, the latest movies and music albums are reviewed together with books that are doing the rounds.
As far as navigation is concerned, you have all the usual features at your disposal: a search tool, a keyword cloud, and the ability to see items both by best and worst rating.
In their own words
?Every time I want to buy, try or get something I check out the internet to see if someone else has re