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Portuguese<>Russian Dictionary (v. 3.2.94)

Mobile Systems опубликовал приложение 2012-09-28
(обновлено 2012-09-28)

The Audio Collins Mini Gem Portuguese-Russian & Russian-Portuguese Dictionary is an up-to-date, easy-reference dictionary, ideal for learners of Russian and Portuguese of all ages. The dictionary covers about 10,000 words from each language with Collins pre-recorded audio pronunciation for each word.

From Europe's Leading Bilingual Dictionary Publisher:

    * Get it right: all essential words and phrases you need in Portuguese and Russian
    * Get there fast: the fast search takes you quickly to the words you want
    * Colour layout helps you find what you are looking for quickly and easily
    * Easily learn the correct pronunciation with the native speaker pre-recorded audio pronunciations (requires Internet connection)


The MSDict Dictionary Format

The Collins Mini Gem Portuguese-Russian & Russian-Portuguese Dictionary is here presented in MSDict electronic format. MSDict offers best experience in mobile reference and is available for any handheld platform.

    * Quick dynamic search of words while you type
    * Transcriptions facilitating pronunciation
    * Hyperlinks between different related words
    * History to see the last 50 words you have looked up
    * Support for memory cards
    * Filters to help you locate the word you are searching for:
          o Fuzzy filter- used when you are not sure of the correct spelling of a word
          o Keyword-used to locate the instances of a key word within other compound words
          o Wild card - "?" and "*" replace a letter and group of letters in words
    * Fast article scrolling
    * Ability to have dictionary Word of the day as a widget on the phone home screen
    * Ability to search words in the installed dictionaries through the standard phone search feature

Liners & Merchant Ships (v. 2.0)

Jourist Verlags GmbH опубликовал приложение 2012-09-28
(обновлено 2012-09-28)

300 of the world’s most diverse commercial ships from the ancient world to the present day.

Liners, Tankers & Merchant Ships is a compendium of 300 of the world’s most diverse commercial ships, from ancient times to the present day. It provides a unique and readily accessible reference guide to an immense range of merchant shipping from cargo vessels to passenger ships, from oilers to tankers, from fishing craft to ferries, from barges to research submarines, from rescue boats to ships that have explored the globe.

Each vessel is illustrated by a full colour artwork, with accompanying text on its development and service history and a detailed specification table giving country and date of origin, tonnage, dimensions, cargo, main routes, construction material, rigging, machinery, and complement.

★ 300 of the world’s most diverse commercial ships from ancient times to the present day

★ Full dimensions and weights provided for each vessel, all measurements in imperial and metric

★ Design, development and service history included for each entry

★ Quick search functions by country of origin and type of vessel

★ Favourites section

★ All data stored offline on your device's SD card. Internet connection only required for the first database download (ca. 30MB) or for database updating.

Author
Robert Jackson is a former pilot and navigation instructor, who now writes full time on naval, military and aviation affairs. He has more than 80 books to his name, including Submarines of the World, The Royal Navy in World War II and Strike From the Sea: A History of British Naval Air Power.

Mammals Expert Guide (v. 2.0)

Jourist Verlags GmbH опубликовал приложение 2012-09-28
(обновлено 2012-09-28)

Mammals include some of the most intriguing creatures on the planet; they live on land, at sea, in the air and under the ground. They range from the big cats of Africa to the Arctic hare to South America’s Spectacled bear to the whales and dolphins that roam the world’s oceans. All mammals, from bats to monkeys, share a number of important traits that make them different from other animals. Mammals are warm-blooded, they have fur or hair, and most give birth to their young rather than laying eggs.

This app profiles the mammals of the world by including fascinating examples from all of the world’s major mammal families. Mammals offers a truly comprehensive overview of these remarkable animals from every continent and gives a sense of the incredible diversity of mammal types.

The entries are grouped by Order and then by Family, then alphabetically by Latin species name within the Family. Each Family section contains examples of key species which are illustrated with beautifully detailed, full-colour artwork. For easy reference, each entry includes a table of information on scientific name, special features, habitat, distribution, length, weight and breeding.

★ 300 mammals featured from cats, dogs and mice to squirrels, bears, deer and anteaters
★ Superbly illustrated with detailed full-colour artworks
★ Information tables contain key data such as features, habitat, weight, distribution and breeding
★ Quick search functions
★ Glossary
★ Favorites section
★ All data stored offline on your device's SD card. Internet connection only required for the first database download (ca. 30MB) or for database updating.

About the author
Dr Chris McNab has published more than 30 books on a vast range of subject areas. In addition he has written dozens of articles for magazines, newspapers and encyclopedias, and also works as a copy-editor and proofreader. He lives in South Wales.

Superbikes & Motorcycles (v. 2.0)

Jourist Verlags GmbH опубликовал приложение 2012-09-28
(обновлено 2012-09-28)

More than 200 of the world’s most exciting superbikes and motorcycles on your Android device

Superbikes & Motorcycles features more than 200 of the most important motorcycles of the last 30 years, including classic, off-road and racing machines. It provides a detailed, easy-to-use guide to the diverse range of current motorcycle models, their technologies and designs. From the earliest superbikes, such as Honda’s CB750 and Kawasaki’s Z1, to the latest Yamaha YZF R-1 and Ducati’s 998R, as well as tourers, custom cruisers and large-capacity scooters, this comprehensive guide takes you through the exciting world of modern two-wheelers.
Superbikes & Motorcycles includes full-colour photographs, with stripped-down pictures of many models, a comprehensive specification table and detailed history and performance tips for each bike.

★ More than 200 superbikes and motorcycles, each illustrated with a full-colour photograph
★ Specifications for top speed, weight, engine capacity, tyre size, frame type and gearbox
★ Each motorcycle’s development history and performance in full
★ Quick search functions by manufacturer
★ Favourites section
★ All data stored offline on your device's SD card. Internet connection only required for the first database download (ca. 30MB) or for database updating.

Author
Alan Dowds is deputy editor at SuperBike Magazine. He has previously worked for Motor Cycle News and RIDE magazine. He is an experienced motorcycle road tester, and has ridden and tested almost every motorcycle introduced since 1994, as well as many other older machines, racing and off-road bikes.

The World of Marine Life (v. 2.0)

Jourist Verlags GmbH опубликовал приложение 2012-09-28
(обновлено 2012-09-28)

The world’s shores, seas, and oceans are home to thousands of different species, from the mightiest sharks to jewel-like reef fish and armoured crabs. This book provides an indispensable guide to a wide range of fascinating marine creatures. By including representative examples from all of the world’s major marine families, from starfish and anemones through to fish, squid, octopuses, whales and dolphins, Expert Guide: Marine Life offers a truly comprehensive overview of creatures from every sea and ocean and gives a sense of the incredible diversity of underwater life.

Each of the 300 creatures is illustrated with detailed full-color artwork. Entries are arranged by family, with each family section containing examples of the key species. For easy reference, each entry includes a table of information showing scientific name, order and family, features, habitat, distribution, diet, and breeding.

A handy reference guide for students as well as general readers, Expert Guide: Marine Life will fascinate and inform anyone with an interest in the natural world.

★ 300 species featured, with examples from every major marine family
★ Superbly illustrated with detailed, full-colour artworks
★ Table of information for each species includes diet, habitat, and distribution
★ Quick search functions
★ Glossary
★ Favorites section
★ All data stored offline on your device's SD card. Internet connection only required for the first database download (ca. 30MB) or for database updating.

About the authors:
After studying natural sciences at Cambridge University, Michael Wright became a full-time writer and editor, specializing in science, technology, natural history, and health. He has written and produced numerous books on these and related subjects, for young people and adults. He lives in London.

Giles Sparrow studied at Imperial College, London, before becoming a freelance science writer and editor. He has contributed to several multi-author encyclopedias and partworks and is the author of a series of reference books for children and adults.
He lives in London.

The World of Birds (v. 2.0)

Jourist Verlags GmbH опубликовал приложение 2012-09-28
(обновлено 2012-09-28)

Thriving on every continent and occupying every possible niche in the food chain, birds can be found wherever there is food to sustain them. From Antarctic penguins to flamboyant African parrots, this app provides an indispensable guide to the huge diversity of bird life.

By including representative examples from the world’s major avian families, from swallows and hummingbirds to gulls and pelicans, from eagles to the albatross, emu and ostrich, The World of Birds offers a truly comprehensive overview.

Each of the 300 creatures is illustrated with a detailed full-colour artwork, with accompanying text. Entries are arranged by family, with each family section containing examples of the key species. For easy reference, each entry includes a table of information showing scientific name, order and family, features, habitat, distribution, diet and breeding.

A handy reference guide for students as well as general readers, The World of Birds will fascinate and inform anyone with an interest in the natural world.

★ 300 bird species featured, with colourful and striking examples from every major group
★ Superbly illustrated with detailed full-colour artworks
★ Table of information for each species includes diet, habitat and distribution
★ Quick search functions
★ Favourites section
★ All data stored offline on your device's SD card. Internet connection only required for the first database download (ca. 30MB) or for database updating.

About the Author
After studying natural sciences at Cambridge University, Michael Wright became a full-time writer and editor, specializing in science, technology, natural history and health. He has written and produced numerous books on these and related subjects, for young people and adults. He lives in London.

Dinosaurs Expert Guide (v. 2.0)

Jourist Verlags GmbH опубликовал приложение 2012-09-28
(обновлено 2012-09-28)

For 150 million years, dinosaurs were the undisputed rulers of the Earth. Today, these great lizards still fire our imaginations. This Dinosaurs app profiles the creatures that lived during the age of reptiles, from the Tyrannosaurus Rex, Stegosaurus and Diplodocus to huge birds of prey to ferocious sabre-toothed cats.

The entries are grouped chronologically, with examples drawn from the Permian, Triassic, Jurassic, Cretaceous, Tertiary and Quaternary Periods. Each dinosaur or other prehistoric creature is illustrated with a full-colour artwork, along with an information box detailing the fossil location, the dinosaur’s diet, the meaning of its name and its size. Accessible text provides an introduction to each dinosaur’s behaviour, habits and other key information.

Featuring almost 300 aquatic, avian and land-based dinosaurs, both herbivore, carnivore and omnivores and ranging from ammonites to prehistoric beasts such as mammoths, the Dinosaurs app is an essential, user-friendly reference work.

★ More than 290 dinosaurs from the Early Permian Period to the Quaternary
★ Each dinosaur illustrated with a full-colour artwork
★ From Tyrannosaurus Rex to Pterodactyls to ammonites and mammoths
★ Information tables on size, fossil location, meaning of name and diet
★ Quick search functions by period of dinosaur
★ Favourites section
★ All data stored offline on your device's SD card. Internet connection only required for the first database download (ca. 30MB) or for database updating.

Author
Gerrie McCall is a freelance writer living in Austin, Texas. Her other books include Nature’s Monsters: Weird & Wonderful Fish, Dragons, and Monsters & Villains.

Battle of Britain Aircraft (v. 2.0)

Jourist Verlags GmbH опубликовал приложение 2012-09-28
(обновлено 2012-09-28)

The British, German and Italian aircraft that fought in the 1940 Battle of Britain in one app.

Battle of Britain Aircraft is a guide to all the aircraft from both sides that officially took part in the 1940 Battle of Britain: fighters, bombers and even rescue aircraft, in the service of both the Axis and Allied nations. The Battle of Britain prevented Hitler from invading the United Kingdom by denying any German invasion fleet air cover from the Luftwaffe. The aircraft featured include the famous Supermarine Spitfire, Junkers Ju 87 Stuka, Heinkel He 111, Messerschmitt Bf 109 and FIAT CR 42.

★ All the aircraft that fought in the 1940 Battle of Britain are featured, each one illustrated by a full-colour artwork

★ Full dimensions, weights, armament and powerplant details provided for each aircraft, all measurements given in imperial and metric

★ Each aircraft¹s development history and career in full

★ All data stored offline on your device's SD card. Internet connection only required for the first database download or for database updating.

Polish<>Portuguese Gem Diction (v. 3.0.84)

Mobile Systems опубликовал приложение 2012-09-28
(обновлено 2012-09-28)

Collins Polish-Portuguese & Portuguese-Polish Mini Gem Dictionary is an up-to-date, easy-reference dictionary, ideal for learners of Polish and Portuguese of all ages. The dictionary covers about 10,000 words from each language.
The Foremost Authority on the Language of Today

    * Get it right: all essential words and phrases you need in Portuguese and Polish
    * Get there fast: the fast search takes you quickly to the words you want
    * Colour layout helps you find what you are looking for quickly and easily

Words are tools for life. And a Collins Dictionary makes them work for you.

The MSDict Dictionary Format

The Collins Mini Gem Polish-Portuguese & Portuguese-Polish Dictionary is here presented in MSDict electronic format. MSDict offers best experience in mobile reference and is available for any handheld platform.

    * Quick dynamic search of words while you type
    * Transcriptions facilitating pronunciation
    * Hyperlinks between different related words
    * History to see the last 50 words you have looked up
    * Filters to help you locate the word you are searching for:
          o Fuzzy filter- used when you are not sure of the correct spelling of a word
          o Keyword-used to locate the instances of a key word within other compound words
          o Wild card - "?" and "*" replace a letter and group of letters in words
    * Fast article scrolling
    * Ability to have dictionary Word of the day as a widget on the phone home screen
    * Ability to search words in the installed dictionaries through the standard phone search feature
    * Support for memory cards

Polish<>Russian Gem Dictionary (v. 3.0.84)

Mobile Systems опубликовал приложение 2012-09-28
(обновлено 2012-09-28)

Collins Polish-Russian & Russian-Polish Mini Gem Dictionary is an up-to-date, easy-reference dictionary, ideal for learners of Polish and Russian of all ages. The dictionary covers about 10,000 words from each language.

The Foremost Authority on the Language of Today

    * Get it right: all essential words and phrases you need in Russian and Polish
    * Get there fast: the fast search takes you quickly to the words you want
    * Colour layout helps you find what you are looking for quickly and easily

Words are tools for life. And a Collins Dictionary makes them work for you.

The MSDict Dictionary Format

The Collins Mini Gem Polish-Russian & Russian-Polish Dictionary is here presented in MSDict electronic format. MSDict offers best experience in mobile reference and is available for any handheld platform.

    * Quick dynamic search of words while you type
    * Transcriptions facilitating pronunciation
    * Hyperlinks between different related words
    * History to see the last 50 words you have looked up
    * Filters to help you locate the word you are searching for:
          o Fuzzy filter- used when you are not sure of the correct spelling of a word
          o Keyword-used to locate the instances of a key word within other compound words
          o Wild card - "?" and "*" replace a letter and group of letters in words
    * Fast article scrolling
    * Ability to have dictionary Word of the day as a widget on the phone home screen
    * Ability to search words in the installed dictionaries through the standard phone search feature
    * Support for memory cards