Liverpool, United Kingdom – Available on both the Mac and the iPad, SCOtutor for iPad is a video tutorial, designed to allow first time iPad users to quickly start using their iPad, as well as allowing more experienced iPad users to familiarise themselves with the new features introduced with iOS5 and iCloud. The tutorial takes the viewer through a full introduction on how to use the iPad, with individual chapters on many of the standard iPad applications and features. The tutorial is suitable for both users of the original iPad and the iPad 2.

The iPad version allows the viewer to view the video tutorial on the iPad itself, with the video being specially formatted to run full screen and at native iPad resolution. As there is no visible cursor on the iPad, the tutorial has been enhanced with visual clues, such as finger taps and swipes, all visible from the iPad screen, to assist the viewer when following along. With full AirPlay support, the tutorial can be viewed on a HDTV via an Apple TV, with full playback control from the iPad.

The Mac version has been created to play in windowed mode, or full screen on the Mac. This allows the viewer to watch the video on the Mac, and follow the tutorial examples, directly on their iPad.

Both versions of this unique application have many innovative features:

Comprehensive Mac Tutorial:
The HD video tutorial runs for 130 minutes and covers 20 major subjects organised into over 70 topics.

* Using the iPad Controls
* Managing The Home Screen
* Personalising Your iPad
* Using the Home Button
* MultiTouch Gestures
* Installing Applications on Your iPad
* Searching on your iPad
* Notifications on your iPad
* Using Text and the Keyboard
* iCloud and the iPad
* Syncing with iTunes
* Airplay and Mirroring
* Safari, Contacts, Mail, Calendar
* Camera and Photos, Messages
* Music, Video & iTunes Store
* Reminders, Newsstand, Maps

Accessibility:
English subtitles are in preparation and will be available at no charge at the next release.

Optimised Video Player:
Designed specifically to optimise the viewing experience, SCOtutor for Mac includes a dedicated video player
* Auto hiding onscreen playback control panel
* Advanced playback controls
* Jump backward or forward in 30 second increments
* MultiSpeed playback – slow or fast speeds – (.5x, .75x, 1x, 1.5x, 2x)
* Easy navigation via chapter popup menu
* Jump from chapter to chapter
* Easy resume mode – Just carry on from where you left off

iPad Device Requirements:
* Requires iOS 5 or later
* Compatible with iPad
* 437 MB

Mac System Requirements:
* Mac OS X 10.7 or later
* 64-bit processor
* 437 MB

Pricing and Availability:
SCOtutor for iPad is $4.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies) and available worldwide through the iTunes App Store in the Education category. There are a limited number of promotional codes available to obtain a free copy of the App for review. Please contact us directly to request a promo code. There are also a limited number of complimentary press memberships available to access the weekly tutorial service for review. Please use the contact email directly to request a press membership.

SCOtutor for iPad
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Located in LIverpool, United Kingdom, ScreenCastsOnline was formed in 2005 by Don McAllister who specialises in screencast production for ScreenCastsOnline and corporate customers. With over six years experience, ScreenCastsOnline has published over 320 Mac based video tutorials to rave reviews, and is acknowledged as one of the top resources for Mac training on the Internet. All of the video training is delivered by the host and founder of ScreenCastsOnline, Don McAllister, a regular panel member on many influential Mac podcasts including MacBreak Weekly, BagelTech Mac and MacRoundtable. Don is also a regular speaker at many international events, including Macworld Expo and Blogworld. ScreenCastsOnline also runs a popular membership system, allowing ScreenCastsOnline members to sign up to receive a new Mac based tutorial each week via iTunes. ScreenCastsOnline is a trading name of DMC Media Productions Ltd. All Material and Software (C) 2005-2011 ScreenCastsOnline / All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, iPod, iPad, the iPod logo, are registered trademarks of Apple Computer in the U.S. and/or other countries.