iMacworld iPhone Application Version 1.1 Now Available
Written by IDG World Expo
Wednesday, 07 January 2009
Macworld Conference & Expo 2009 SAN FRANCISCO-- Macworld Conference
& Expo today announced the release of iMacworld 1.1, the
full-featured revision of its application for iPhone and iPod Touch
devices designed to help attendees navigate Macworld Expo, the largest
gathering of Mac enthusiasts in the world.
The new revision puts exhibitor listings, a show floor map, a conference session guide, and show communications directly into the hands of attendees. iMacworld 1.1 is available as a free download from the AppStore.
"iMacworld is a valuable new tool for anyone coming to Macworld this week," said Paul Kent, vice president and general manager, Macworld Conference & Expo. "There's so much to experience at Macworld and this new application makes it easy for iPhone users to find exactly what they are looking for, as well as to stay updated on the latest information coming out of the show. It's a perfect demonstration of the way in which the amazing technology being shown at Macworld is being put to use."
The iMacworld application includes information on Macworld exhibitors as well as their products, and allows users to browse vendors by name or location. Users can also browse products on display by name, category, or vendor. In addition, the software will automatically check the Web for new information about Macworld exhibitors and events and save the data locally so users don't need to rely on their accessing their network or cell phone for updates.
Macworld Conference & Expo takes place January 5-9, 2009 at San Francisco's Moscone Center. For more information about the event, or to register for Macworld, please visit www.macworldexpo.com.
About Macworld Conference & Expo
Owned and produced by Framingham Mass.-based IDG World Expo, Macworld Conference & Expo showcases products and services for professionals involved in media and creative content development for corporate and home applications, as well as prosumers using the Mac at home. Macworld Conference & Expo brings together audiences in creative services, education, application development, entertainment, small office/home office and Internet-based environments. Macworld Conference & Expo offers professionals and prosumers alike the opportunity to discover the latest developments and hottest products these markets offer. For more information or to register for the event, please visit the website at www.macworldexpo.com, or call (800) 645-EXPO. For exhibiting opportunities, please contact Annie Rice McKnight at (508) 424-4839 , or Ron Moreau at (508) 424-4804 or For sponsorship opportunities contact Ellen Moorehead at (508) 988-7830, or
About IDG World Expo
IDG World Expo (www.idgworldexpo.com) is a leading producer of tradeshows and events for professionals and consumers seeking world-class education, strategic business relationships, and access to industry-leading products and services. IDG World Expo's portfolio of conferences and events includes Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), OpenSource WorldT, Macworld Conference & Expor, Next Generation Data CenterT (NGDCT) and REVEAL Los Angeles...The Fashion & Design EventT. IDG World Expo is a business unit of IDG, the world's leading technology media, research and event company.
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