Release of the mobile Blackjack drills app is scheduled for this month. We need to iron out device differences first. However, I have created a web demo that is now available for last minute input.
The app is designed to run on tablets/pads and smartphones, on Android and iOS, including the iPod Touch. (Other platforms like Windows Phone, WebOS, Blackberry will be considered if interest develops.) , The restriction is on screen size. The larger the better. The smallest supported is 480x320 (or 320x480). 960x640 on “retina” screens. The code is adaptive. That is, it determines the operating system, screen size and orientation and reconfigures itself. At least that’s the theory.
The demo is fully functional, except that it ignores the strategy setting and always uses FELT. This is due to a technical issue that I will resolve if the demo appears to be useful as a web alternative for practice. The demo isn’t as “cool” as the actual app as it is not touch screen and isn’t optimized for PC screen sizes. But, it will give you a very good sense of the functionality and structure. There is still time for last minute suggestions, criticisms, etc.
The demo can be run on Macs and Windows PCs. On Macs, simply use Safari. On PCs, you must use Chrome. Internet Explorer and FireFox will not work. Fortunately, Chrome is free and easy to install.
To use the demo, simply go to www.qfit.com/apps/bjd1 from Chrome or Safari. Screen help is available on every screen. The combined help can be found in a PDF document at www.qfit.com/apphelp/BJVD.pdf.
The main philosophy of this app, besides flexibility, is the maximization of screen space. Mobile devices have smaller screens. So, no space is wasted with useless graphics. As much room as possible is reserved for useful graphics. And, graphics are of realistic casino cards and discard trays. Please make suggestions quickly. All suggestions are welcome – even a name change. Not crazy about the name.
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