What it does

In spy movies self destructive messages and notes are a veritable staple; in real life, you probably don’t have that luxury or thrill of auto-exploding secret messages, at least not until now. With Privnote, you can send Mission Impossible style notes to friends, colleagues, and contacts. Now, of course, your messages won’t actually blow up or burn; however, the link to the note is destroyed once it is clicked, so it can only be seen once. If someone else happens to intercept the note before the intended recipient gets to it, that person will know. Privnote will also send you a notification as soon as the message is read. Should you regret sending a note, you can destroy it yourself before any eyes have a chance to glimpse it. Privnote is absolutely free to use.

In their own words

“Privnote is a web tool that you can use to send private notes over the Internet.

What makes Privnote different from sending a regular email or instant message?

• You get a link to the note, and once that link is clicked the note is destroyed so it can only be seen once. If someone intercepts the link and sees the note before the person who's intended to read it, that person will known that the note has been eavesdropped, and can tell you about it.

• If you want to be notified when your note gets read you can do it by checking the notify box located below then note. Neither email nor instant messaging provides a reliable way to know if, let alone when, your messages are read."

Why it might be a killer

Privnote is a simple and elegant application with an interesting twist. Auto-destructing messages are the stuff movies are made of; there’s definitely a cool cache to this along with the practical side. It could be put to many uses, plus it’s got polyglot functionality, which means you can write your secrets in multiple languages.

Some questions

Is there a way to send out notes to more than one recipient at once? How secure is Privnote? How will it build up a user base?

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What it does

Addicted to FriendFeed, the web’s new Twitter replacement? If so, you probably should check out MioNews, the FriendFeed third party app which brings in some rather handy features to rather spartan FF. MioNews has built in ratings, so you can actually indicate which stories you like and don’t like, it’s also got automatic recommendations and organizational folders. You can group friends into folders, such as family or colleagues, for easier feed management. MioNews also allows you to follow specific topics. Users can select topics and read updates by groupings. Stories may be read in full or users can simply browse the titles. Double clicking on any item takes you directly to the original source; however, stories may be viewed in the site’s Reading Pane where you can also add comments, share and rate a post.

In their own words

mioNews is a new way to interact with your friends. By building on top of the popular FriendFeed service, mioNews makes finding new stories fun, fast, and quick.

Why it might be a killer

As with other FriendFeed apps, MioNews filters through the noise—it fine tunes your viewing and reading options so you get only the feeds that match your preferences. It has a professional interface which may appeal to more business users. It’s approach to filtering FriendFeed is unique and more is on the way.

Some questions

What other features can we expect from MioNews? How will it differentiate itself from the other FF apps?

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What it does

Widgenie is a data visualization tool geared at non-tech folks. It allows bloggers, businessmen, housewives, priests, anyone basically, to create widgets or visual information charts for publishing on the web’s most popular sites like Facebook, Wordpress and iGoogle. Users can import data from Excel spreadsheets, CSV files and data feeds from Widgenie’s partner sites. After the data is input, it can be customized via a drag and drop editor—no coding whatsoever is required. Colors, size, headings, fonts and more can all be customized according to user preferences. All changes can be previewed within Widgenies viewing window. On the social side, you’ve to a community forum called ‘Inside the Lamp’ where you can find tips, advice and buzz about new widgets and tool developments. There are tutorials to guide you through making your own widgets, and if you need extra help you can always consult the Widgenie community.

In their own words

“Widgenie is one of the primary properties of LogiOnDemand, an organization committed to bringing together the best of business intelligence and web technologies to empower users in their daily lives. Widgenie lives up to that goal by providing an easy way for "non-techies" to build and share their own personal widgenies. We help people bring more value to their blogs, social networks, and web sites by helping the easy spread of visual information.”

Why it might be a killer

Widgenie brings widgets to everyone. It’s catered to the layman with drag and drop capabilities and instant previewing. Users can create slick, sophisticated widgets with only a few clicks. It’s extremely user friendly, and will enhance any website.

Some questions

How will widgenie be monetized? Easy to make widgets aren’t a new development, so how will Widgenie stand out from the crowd?

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In their own words

"Promgirl.net brings you the best prom dresses from America's top designers. You are sure to make a statement by wearing the perfect prom gown on your perfect prom night. Finding your favorite prom dress or homecoming gown is easy. Just browse through our famous Prom and homecoming gown designers: Niteline, Faviana, Dave and Johnny, Alyce Designs, Mori Lee, Clarisse, Riva, Jovani and Tiffany. Our prom dresses and prom gowns are hand-made and hand-beaded individually and are shipped after one-two days of processing time."

Why it might be a killer

Promgirl.net brings the best prom dresses and gowns to the american prom girl with fast and reliable delivery and super prices.

Some questions

Will the more designers be added? How often is the collection updated?

What it does

With feminine detail and a glamorous edge, it is no wonder that Promgirl.net prom dresses are some of the most sought after dresses currently on the market. Promgirl.net designer dresses and gowns are known for their wide array of dress styles, ranging from the sleek mermaid design, to the free-flowing, classic ball gown. Each prom girl is different, and every body type is flattered by a unique dress design. The Promgirl.net prom dress line is perfect for the average teenage prom girl, and caters to a variety of shapes and sizes. So whether you’re an apple, pear-shaped, or hourglass figure, this designer dress collection is ideal for the fashion-forward high school prom queen.

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What it does

TripWolf is an online travel aid that combines tips from everyday trekkers with words of wisdom from professionals. Site users have access to information on over 200,000 destinations all over the world. Users can search for destinations, find tips from friends and pro gurus, and even create and print out their own personalized travel itineraries. Users can also browse galleries of pictures posted by other users, as well as click through the profiles of other travelers and professional gurus registered on the site. An additional feature is users have the ability to write their own journal posts on their favorite travel destinations. Users will soon be able to book sites through this site as well.

In their own words

“Tripwolf is a social travel guide for the discerning traveler that combines professional editorial travel content with user generated content – a collection of experiences from thousands of travelers worldwide. With tripwolf, travelers can generate their own customized 10-20 page travel guide based on their individual preferences and recommendations from friends and “trip gurus”. Soon travelers will be able to book their trips through tripwolf, too.”

Why it might be a killer

TripWolf is a detailed and engaging site that provides loads of information to travelers across the globe. The information reflects honest opinions of travelers, as well as professional tips. This site is limited to information now, but with the additional booking feature, this site will be much more developed.

Some questions

What other features can be added to the TripWolf service? What existing travel social networks can be explored to form potential partnerships? What partnerships can be formed with existing booking agencies?

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What it does

Torch, from WBPSystems, is a web-based project management platform that allows users to communicate with colleagues, clients and suppliers. Each project that you create can also receive attachments including: Messages, E-mails, Files, Events, Tasks, Google Docs, Bids and invoices. With Torch, you can easily estimate jobs and send them to potential clients and you can also track time and bill existing clients without repetitive data entry. Torch also recognizes that bidding, project management, time tracking and invoicing are all connected and data flows from one stage to the next without having to be imported each step of the way. The solution is available for free until September and after that it will be reasonably priced at $9 for the first user and $5 for each additional seat required.

In their own words

“With Torch, everyone is involved. Whether you're forwarding in e-mail, or commenting on messages, Torch allows you to communicate simply with your colleagues, clients and suppliers.”

Why it might be a killer

This is a well-priced project management tool that intelligently organizes business processes and allows all business to be streamlined into one portal. It could become a popular site especially given the low price tag.

Some questions

Have they thought about “souping up” their site a bit to include a testimonials section? It is pretty difficult to gain traction in this crowded space especially if you don’t have current customers to back up the reliability of your service.

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What it does

Slantly is a new online opinion tool that allows publishers to create discussions and debate by integrating the Slantly platform into their site. Amongst the many features provided by Slantly is the ability to generate customizable polls about current news or issues. Readers can vote and also add comments which are displayed in a forum, conveniently attached to each poll. The polls and discussions are available on the publisher’s site but can also be accessed at Slantly.com. Publishers also have access to their own dashboard where they can create polls, moderate discussions track demographics of voters, and customize the look of discussions to blend better with their site.

In their own words

“Slantly is a flexible and powerful platform that captures the opinions and emotion in your community, providing deeper interaction and increasing engagement with your content.”

Why it might be a killer

Since launching a few days ago, the site has already generated significant buzz and they are currently being used by, amongst others, NYVTV and Fox12 Oregon. This easy to use platform increases interaction on publisher’s sites and for that reason it should become an increasingly popular tool. The availability of the API should also allow big brands to customize the platform so that it maintains their unique branding look and feel.

Some questions

Will they be able to differentiate themselves from other similar sites like Polldaddy which although not identical, have already gained significant traction in this space?

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What it does

If you’ve ever had to organize a golf day for work or a charity event, you’ll know that organizing a tournament can be time consuming and a logistical nightmare. Enter TournEase which promises to help tournament directors reduce the time needed to plan and implement tournaments by up to 40%. TournEase is an online tool that helps you implement everything from player registration to on-course events and signage. Organize every part of the tournament including player pairing, sponsor management and gifts and rewards. With Tournease you can also create your own website which you can use to point players to so that they can register themselves in your next tournament.

In their own words

“Whether you're a professional tournament director or a charity event volunteer, TournEase takes all the guesswork out of organizing golf tournaments. Our online tool helps you implement the details - including player registration, on-course events, signage... you name it! - reducing the time needed to organize golf tournaments by up to 40%.”

Why it might be a killer

This free service will be enjoyed by amateur and professional tournament organizers as it helps them more efficiently run tournaments. TournEase is a complete offering which covers everything golf-tournament-related from A to Z.

Some questions

What steps can they take to better educate people of the site’s benefits? Most tournaments are still organized the old-fashioned way and they may have trouble convincing people to make the switch.

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What it does

SAManage.com is an online IT asset management tool. With this tool, users have control over their assest, people, and PC and software investments. The solutions offered by this service are on-demand, meaning there is no waiting for assistance, no large up-front investments, and no risks, as users can try this tool for free. SAManage has a list of available products specializing in different products, from software to contracts and licenses. This service offers numerous features, ability to take online PC and software inventory, and the ability to create robust reports and export your data. Furthermore, to utilize this service, users do not have download and specific software, nor must they have access to a specific server.

In their own words

“SAManage delivers the next generation of IT Asset Management services on-demand. Our state-of-the-art services help enterprises of all sizes manage their software and computer assets effectively, reduce the total cost of IT and meet governance goals. Our service provides seamless visibility into IT assets that are currently used across your company, so you could better control your assets, users, and IT investments.”

Why it might be a killer

SAManage is a well-rounded IT asset management tool. The available resources and support provided back up the product line well.

Some questions

How can users be assured that this system will integrate with their existing systems? What other features can be explored and added?

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The team at Apture believe that the web is the richest communication medium ever conceived but that it is still used to display flat pages connected by links to more flat pages. In order to change this, they have developed a rich communication platform that allows bloggers and website owners to turn their flat pages of text into compelling multimedia experiences. Requiring only one line of code, Apture provides content creators with the power to search and incorporate relevant multimedia items directly into their pages. Once incorporated, readers can access these items without ever leaving the page and thereby receive a richer more meaningful experience on your page. Whether it be a YouTube video, Flickr photo or a Google Map, Apture provides the tools that enable all of this content to be seamlessly provided from your website.

In their own words

“Apture is paving the way toward a new era of the web, filled with incredible opportunities for communication and commerce that will have a significant impact on how we understand the world around us. Apture. The web isn't flat anymore.”

Why it might be a killer

This platform should especially appeal to bloggers looking to provide a more dynamic offering to their readers since Apture allows them to provide various media enhancements to enrich the experience.

Some questions

Are they working on integrating more applications into their offering? How will Apture profit from this tool?

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