About the sprockFIT Project

sprockFIT helps tech-savvy people find the right apps and gadgets to help them accomplish their wellness goals.  The site targets its audience by:

- mobile operating system
- fitness level
- activity type

Site visitors can quickly find technologies that meet their exact needs.

About sprockFIT’s Site & Content
sprockFIT fans learn about technologies and find support through:

- reviews of apps and gadgets
- a directory of online resources for wellness and nutrition
- links to fitness-related communities
- top ten lists for inspiration

In addition to this content, visitors can rate and review apps themselves.  They can also submit their apps or products for review via the contact form.

Visitors can learn about the app of the week and new technologies through the weekly sprockFIT newsletter.

About the Future of sprockFIT
The format of a blog works well for quick scanning of reviews.  However, future site development will include a mobile-friendly directory that can be accessed even more easily.  Screenshots of this prototype are below.

About sprockFIT’s Audience

Addressing Audience Needs
sprockFIT’s audience is both fit and tech-savvy.  Their needs are addressed by providing short reviews targeting active lifestyles.  Content is concise.  

Content Tone

No explanations of technical terms or promises of support are provided as sprockFIT’s audience is technical.  The tone of the content matches the intellect level of technical users, yet still maintains an ‘active’ (not dry) vibe.

Content Targeting

Based on research, sprockFIT focuses mainly on apps for Android and iOS devices.  These are most popular and represent the largest audience. 

Since many fitness enthusiasts are triathletes, sprockFIT also focuses on apps and gadgets related to running, swimming, and cycling. 

About sprockFIT’s Successes and Challenges

Celebrating Successes

sprockFIT is successful in providing detailed, yet concise, reviews.  Mobile users can scan the site quickly, find, and download apps.

The site is also successful in creating opportunities for audience engagement.  Visitors can review apps, contribute ideas, and send feedback.

Addressing Challenges
The greatest challenge confronted with this project is the time required to find, install, and review apps for various devices.  This challenge could be met by having more than one author writing future reviews and focusing on iOS and Android apps only.

Online Form for sprockFIT

Hey sprockFIT Fans! We don't want to waste your time with reviews that aren't interesting. Tell us more about you so we can pick the best apps and gadgets to review and help you meet your goals!

Nebraskan Vacations (Revised)

Nebraskan Vacations

The cornhusker state of Nebraska has been drawing tourists for quite some time. There are plenty of things to do for travelers of all kinds:

• romantics
• historians
• outdoor enthusiasts
• sports lovers

Nebraska offers something for almost everyone.

For Romantics

From train rides to waterfalls, Nebraska has many opportunities for romance. 

Chadron State Park
Location: Northwestern Region (Chadron, NE)
Get away from it all and head up 5,000 feet to Chadron State Park, where you’ll find a modern campground with:

• cabins 
• RV hookups
• hidden bike trails 
• a quiet relaxing forest area
• a swimming pool
• volleyball court 
• fishing areas 

Enjoy all of these amenities and activities in the state's panhandle. 

Smith Falls State Park
Location: North Central Region (Near Valentine, NE)
Take a trip to Smith Falls State Park to admire the natural beauty of Nebraska. Here, you can:

• view the state’s highest waterfall
• visit the nature preserve
• see rare plants
• camp overnight

Campsites are available for overnight guests. Reservations can be made a year in advance.

For the more romantic travelers, why not take a ride on a train?

For Historians

Nebraska is a great vacation spot for historians. 

The Railroad System
Location: Midwestern Region
Nebraska is home to several railroad museums. The rail system played an important part in the state’s history. The Transcontinental Railroad originally ran through Nebraska. The Union Pacific Railway is still headed in the Midwestern state. 

Nebraska’s Geology
Location: Northwestern Region (Harrison, NE)
Nebraska’s land was once known as the great American desert. Before European settlers arrived, Native American Indian tribes occupied the land. It was known for its fertile soil and hunting opportunities. 

Dig around the past at the Agate Fossil Beds National Monument. The 3,000+ acre quarry is full of mammal fossils and a museum with over 500 Indian artifacts. 

Carhenge
Location: Northwestern Region (Alliance, NE)
Check out Carhenge - a replica of the world famous Stonehenge, but made of old cars.

For Outdoors Enthusiasts

Be challenged and excited during your vacation!  Here, you can enjoy:

• prairie wildlife
• camping
• hiking
• fishing
• boating
• biking
• star gazing

With these activities and plenty of parks, Nebraska is the ideal vacation destination for you!  

Hilltop Mini RanchLocation: Central Region (Phillips, NE)

See a working horse ranch in the southeast corner of the state. At Hilltop Mini Ranch you can view majestic spotted Appaloosa horses.

For Sports Lovers

Nebraska is best known for its college sports. 

University of Nebraska Cornhuskers
Location: Southeastern Region (Lincoln, NE)
Catch a game during football season at the University of Nebraska. The University of Nebraska Cornhuskers’ fans enjoy games full of spirit and sportsmanship.

Getting Here

Drive, fly, or ride the rails! It’s easy to access your favorite Nebraskan spots.

For Drivers

All parts of the state can be accessed from Interstate 80, which spans statewide east to west. Many highways intersect I‐80.

For Flyers

Hop a plane and head to any airport in the state. Nebraska doesn’t have any international airports, but numerous regional airports make it easy to catch flights in and out.

Getting to and around Nebraska is easy, no matter how you travel.

Learn More

With so much to offer, it’s easy to see why people choose to vacation in Nebraska. 

Visit TripAdvisor's Nebraska Vacation page to learn more.

Nebraska: A Vacation Spot for Everyone

Nebraskan Vacations

The cornhusker state of Nebraska has been drawing tourists for quite some time. There are plenty of things to do for travelers of all kinds:

• romantics
• historians
• outdoor enthusiasts
• sports lovers

Nebraska offers endless possibilities of vacation fun for everyone.

For Romantics

From train rides to waterfalls, Nebraska has many opportunities for romance. 

Chadron State Park
Get away from it all and head up 5,000 feet to Chadron State Park, where you’ll find a modern campground with:

• cabins 
• RV hookups
• hidden bike trails 
• a quiet relaxing forest area
• a swimming pool
• volleyball court 
• fishing areas 

The state park is located near the town of Chadron in the panhandle. 

Smith Falls State Park
Take a trip to Smith Falls State Park to admire the natural beauty of Nebraska. Here, you can:

• view the state’s highest waterfall
• visit the nature preserve
• see rare plants
• camp overnight

The park’s located in the North Central part of the state, near the town of Valentine. Campsites are available for overnight guests. Reservations can be made a year in advance.

For the more romantic travelers, why not take a ride on a train?

For Historians

Nebraska is a great vacation spot for historians. 

The Railroad System
Nebraska is home to several railroad museums. The rail system played an important part in the state’s history. The Transcontinental Railroad originally ran through Nebraska. The Union Pacific Railway is still headed in the Midwestern state. 

Nebraska’s Geology
Nebraska’s land was once known as the great American desert. Before European settlers arrived, Native American Indian tribes occupied the land. It was known for its fertile soil and hunting opportunities. 

Dig around the past at the Agate Fossil Beds National Monument. The 3,000+ acre site is located in northwest Nebraska, 22 miles from the city of Harrison. Find quarries full of mammal fossils and a museum with over 500 Indian artifacts. 

Carhenge
Check out Carhenge - a replica of the world famous Stonehenge, but made of old cars. Created in 1987 by six families celebrating a family reunion, Carhenge is located in Alliance, on the panhandle.

For Outdoors Enthusiasts

Be challenged and excited during your vacation!  Here, you can enjoy:

• prairie wildlife
• camping
• hiking
• fishing
• boating
• biking
• star gazing

With these activities and plenty of parks, Nebraska is the ideal vacation destination for you!  

Hilltop Mini Ranch
See a working horse ranch in the southeast corner of the state. At Hilltop Mini Ranch you can view majestic spotted Appaloosa horses. The ranch is located in the town of Phillips, Nebraska. Get outdoors and enjoy the natural beauty Nebraska has to offer!

For Sports Lovers

Nebraska is best known for its college sports. 

University of Nebraska Cornhuskers
Catch a game during football season at the University of Nebraska. Located in eastern Nebraska, in the city of Lincoln, the University of Nebraska Cornhuskers’ fans enjoy games full of spirit and sportsmanship.

Getting Here

Drive, fly, or ride the rails! It’s easy to access your favorite Nebraskan spots.

For Drivers

All parts of the state can be accessed from Interstate 80, which spans east to west from Omaha to the southwest tip of the panhandle. Many state highways intersect I‐80.

For Flyers

Hop a plane and head to any airport in the state. Nebraska doesn’t have any international airports, but numerous regional airports make it easy to catch flights in and out.

Getting to and around Nebraska is easy, no matter how you travel.

Climate

Nebraska’s climate varies by season.

The state sees its fair share of thunderstorm activity, which sometimes spawns tornadoes. Most tornadoes occur in the spring and summer, but fall can be active during some years.

Learn More

With so much to offer, it’s easy to see why people choose to vacation in Nebraska. 

Visit TripAdvisor's Nebraska Vacation page to learn more.

Revised Infographic: 2012 Global Smartphone Operating System Market Share

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