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I'm relatively new to iPhone app development and am having trouble with one of my apps. The app is called PowerPlay+ and is a power hour playlist generator for the iPhone. I realize the idea isn't that original, but I think my execution is better than similar apps. The problem is, I'm not getting feedback from users (<1k downloaded between free and paid versions)--which isn't too surprising given the nature of the app store.

Could anyone provide some feedback on the app? I spent a good amount of time designing the app to be 'attractive' and easy to use.

http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/powerplay-plus/id413083997?mt=8

Thank you!

Codes

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I used code: NJNNPYMMPHMA

- First thing I noticed was that upon launching the app it asked me to rate it. I haven't even done anything with it yet, so asking me to rate it seems out of place. You might want to wait a few launches before you request feedback. Also, it is really annoying that every time I run the app it keeps asking me rate it even though I said "No Thanks". I even agreed to rate it, and it continues to pester me.

- In the settings menu, I think I would like it if it played the transition sound when I changed it in the menu. It was annoying to have to close out that menu and tinker with the app to hear the sounds.

- I think I managed to flummox the app a bit. Not sure if it is as designed, or a bug, but it feels like a bug...

Here's what I did:

1) Start the app

2) Add one song to the playlist

3) Click Done

4) Click Play to start the list

5) Skip ahead to the next song

Counter says "0 down/0 to go", but the 60 second timer continues to count down. The play button doesn't do anything, the back button doesn't do anything, but the skip button will reset the 60 second timer and play a sound, despite there being no song present.

First impressions: Well, initially, I didn't really know what to do... some sort of explanation would definitely be helpful (maybe brought up by hitting the "power play" button at the top). Also, I would recommend against using the UITabBar for selection or control, as it is generally associated with completely separate views. It should at least be styled differently, so that people don't think of it like, for example, the clock app. This relates to the settings selection... you can select it, and then remove the view with 'x', but settings is still highlighted. Finally, I'd recommend adding background audio support and better resume from close functionality.

Just my 2c, overall its a well executed app.

Thank you guys so much for taking the time to give me some feedback! I really appreciate it. I'll make sure to address those issues--didn't realize the app itself was confusing to use, great point.

Can you explain how would be a "power hour playlist generator for the iPhone" useful to me (or entertain me)?

"Power hour" is a popular drinking game where a group of people gather and put on a power hour playlist. The 'game' is played by setting up a playlist to play one minute of each song for 60 songs (= 1 hour). Once a song changes, everyone takes a sip of their drink/beer.

The app is supposed to make it simple to setup these playlists. Often times, people make power hour playlists ahead of time and it can take a while. With this app, power hour playlists can be made instantly and on-the-go with an iPhone. Does that give you a better idea of the intent?

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