PRESS RELEASE: Preciouscoders releases AuctionMate for eBay on the HP TouchPad

July 1st, 2011 – Preciouscoders announces the release of AuctionMate for eBay on the HP TouchPad, HP’s first webOS tablet. The most successful app for eBay on the webOS platform, AuctionMate for eBay will be available in the HP webOS App Catalog on July 1st 2011, the official launch day of the TouchPad.

AuctionMate for eBay brings the auction and shopping experience to the big screen of the TouchPad: With AuctionMate for eBay, TouchPad users get instant access to items on their My eBay pages, can search for items and add them to watch lists. Users can also directly place a bid for an item or buy the item using the Buy it now feature. AuctionMate for eBay is available for free in the webOS App Catalog.

AuctionMate Pro for eBay takes greater advantage of the unique capabilities of webOS, adding additional features over the free version. With support for webOS notifications, users get notified about important events regarding their accounts (for example, if an auction is ending soon or if they have been outbid on an item) without being totally disrupted. TouchPad users can also read their eBay messages directly within the app. AuctionMate Pro for eBay is available for purchase in the webOS App Catalog.

The TouchPad version of AuctionMate for eBay is completely built on Enyo, the new development framework which HP introduces with webOS 3.0. "We are absolutely happy about HP’s commitment towards the webOS platform. The new Enyo framework is really powerful and makes it easy to develop for webOS," says Stefan Henze, co-founder and director of Preciouscoders. "We are really proud to be part of the webOS community," he adds.

"AuctionMate for eBay is a great addition to TouchPad and an excellent example of how developers can tap into the features of webOS to make a better app," said Richard Kerris, vice president of webOS Worldwide Developer Relations, HP. "We offer unique integration opportunities, including access to core functions like Synergy, next-level multitasking, Just Type and Touchstone Exhibition."

About HP TouchPad

HP TouchPad is part of a growing family of webOS devices designed to keep people better connected.(1) With webOS, HP TouchPad users have a next-level multitasking experience, integrated access to their information with HP Synergy, the ability to find information on the device or the web using the Just Type feature, and unobtrusive notifications.(2) TouchPad is a productivity powerhouse that also offers access to the cloud and entertainment, including movies, TV shows, games, photos, books, magazines and premium audio playback with stereo speakers and Beats AudioTM technology.(3) More information about HP TouchPad is available at www.hp.com/touchpad.

About Preciouscoders

Founded in 2010, Preciouscoders is developing high quality software with the focus on the HP webOS platform. Preciouscoders has several high-rated apps in the HP App Catalog like AuctionMate for eBay, AuctionMate Pro for eBay, Bahnfahren, dict.cc translator and LEO dictionary. More information about Preciouscoders is available at www.preciouscoders.com.

Press contact:

Preciouscoders:
Sierk Schmittner, info@preciouscoders.com
Preciouscoders UG (haftungsbeschraenkt)
Flurweg 7
53505 Kirchsahr
Germany

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(1) Internet access within wireless coverage area only. Wi-Fi within range of 802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi network. Some Wi-Fi hotspots may require fee for usage. Not all web content may be available. Email and related information required for setup and activation.

(2) Within wireless coverage area only. Microsoft Exchange email, contacts, and calendars available for ActiveSync only; requires Microsoft Outlook using Exchange Server 2003 with SP2, Exchange Server 2007, or Exchange Server 2010.

(3) Third-party software available separately. Within wireless coverage area only. Requires data services at additional cost. Not all apps available on all devices.

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