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HeartWise: Blood Pressure Tracker

ALERT: Patch Released Restore Data Lost in v2.1.1 to 3.0 Upgrade

December 7, 2009

We became aware shortly after Apple posted HeartWise 3.0 to the App Store that the application data files were being overwritten when installing the update through the App Store or iTunes for many users. We did not receive a response from Apple to assist in determining the root cause for the App Store / iTunes overwriting the data file during the upgrade. Past users of HeartWise that have upgraded before know this is not a normal occurrence.

Fortunately, HeartWise quietly saves a backup copy of users data in a secondary file - a capability that we put in mainly to assist us in development and testing. We have DEVELOPED A PATCH that for many users who still have this backup file on their devices can attempt to restore the missing data. This patch will not be able to restore data for users who have completely removed and reinstalled the HeartWise application (thus erasing all files) or for whom the App Store / iTunes has erased the backup file during upgrading or subsequent syncs.

It takes a MINIMUM of 14 days to get any software through Apple's approval process (holiday delays not included), so look for this patch to become available after Christmas. As always, we strongly recommend that users export their measurements for safe keeping prior to downloading this or any application update and syncing with iTunes.

This issue only affects HeartWise version 2.1 users who are upgrading to version 3.0. This issue DOES NOT affect new users.

HeartWise ver. 3.0 now available!

November 30, 2009

We've Raised The Bar For Blood Pressure Apps

Version 2.1 of HeartWise only hit the App Store a few weeks ago, but we were already hard at work on our next edition. We're proud to announce that HeartWise Version 3.0 is finished and is now available in the App Store.

Trust us when we say that Version 3.0 is absolutely stunning and takes HeartWise to an entirely new level. It has exceeded even our own expectations and we are very excited to bring it to you!

New features include:

A redesigned data input screen that is as seamlessly intuitive as it is elegant.
Separate tracking of blood pressure, resting heart rate, and weight.
Automatic calculation of Mean Arterial Pressure, a key statistic that represents your average blood pressure.
Support for weight measurements in Imperial (pounds) or metric units (kilograms).
Even higher-definition charts! Our crisp, clear, easy-to-read charts have been updated with even more precise graphics and detail.
A centralized charts page that displays all your charts - blood pressure, resting heart rate, and weight, on a single screen.
Individual details pages that allow you to view, edit, or delete measurements.
Auto-rotation of charts into full-screen mode! When viewing a measurements details page, simply rotate your iPhone or iPod Touch and your chart will seamlessly auto-rotate and fill the screen to give you a stunningly crisp 480x320 pixels of visual data.
Vastly improved export features now allow you to export your data as a comma-separated-value list that can be imported into almost any spreadsheet application or directly as an Microsoft Excel-compatible workbook complete with formatting, calculations, and separate worksheets for blood pressure, heart rate, and weight data!
Inclusion of help screens and quick tips for new iPhone or iPod Touch users.

You wouldn't believe the number of hours of work that have so far gone into HeartWise - an application that we, at first, just "casually hacked out" for a loved family member with a medical need. Creating this application has been a labor of love for us - and it is gratifying to make HeartWise available for everyone who can benefit from it.

Look for Version 3.0 in the App Store now. If you've already purchased a previous version, rest assured you'll receive the update free of charge when it's released.

Please continue to send us your comments and suggestions and we'll keep doing our best to give you want you want.

Thanks for supporting us, and please continue to spread the word!

- The SwEng Corp. Team

A Sneak Peek at HeartWise ver. 3.0

October 21, 2009

Yopu've been sending us your suggestions and asking us what's coming in the next version of HeartWise, so we've decided to post a sneak-peek. The following screenshots are from the HeartWise Version 3.0.0 Beta 1. You'll see we've been listening carefully to your suggestions and requests for new features. Keep emailing us, and we'll keep giving you what you want.

An elegant and stramlined user interface dominate the main screen and allow separate entry of blood pressure, resting heart rate and weight data.

A vastly expanded statistics page now shows maximum and minimum values for both systolic and diastolic measurements, weight, and heart rate with the dates on which those extremes occured. Also prominently displayed is mean arterial pressure and average heart rate for the selected period. Daily measurement fluctuations are also expanded to included M.A.P. and heart rate.

A new centralized charts page visually shows data trends for blood pressure, heart rate, and weight for the selected period. Touching any chart will slide in a detailed view (right).

New, high-definition charts dominate the revised details pages for all three vital statistics. Our already crisp charts have been redesigned to add even more detail and give razor-sharp precision when plotting data. Rotating your iPhone or iPod Touch will expand charts into a full-screen more for extraordinary precision and detail (below).

We use all 153,600 pixels to give you stunningly crisp, full-screen charts. Simply rotating your iPhone or iPod touch into portrait mode on any chart screen gives you a full-screen display so you can really see details in your data.

Customer Testimonials

My husband had a stroke three months ago. He is still young and we were in shock. We use HeartWise every day to monitor his BP and email his chart to his doctor every month. It has been a life saver. Thank you!"

- Sylvia Hart

I've only been using it a few weeks, but the ease of use and the look and feel are fantastic. Thank you for a great App!"

- Chris Shyrock

It's simple to input data and a piece of cake to edit any entry. Absolutely amazing to see the data export to Excel(tm) spreadsheet and volià! What a great tool!"

- Joan Erlewine

French and Spanish Speakers Needed!

October 23, 2009

HeartWise is a labor of love - it was originally created for a loved one who sufferes from high blood pressure. We wanted to make it easier for people with high blood pressure to manage their disease and improve their health. Eventually, friends convinced us to make HeartWise available on the App Store so many more people could benefit from it and, hopefully, live healthier lives.

Now we want to expand our reach and help French and Spanish speakers as well. SwEng Corp. needs French and Spanish speakers to help us translate, proofread and verify the French- and Spanish-language versions of HeartWise. Please help us improve this application and help as many users as we can. Please e-mail iphone@swengcorp.com if you would like to help!

HeartWise Blood Pressure Tracker

Version 2.1.0

For less than the cost of a cup of coffee, HeartWise is the simplest, easiest-to-use application for quickly recording and keeping track of your blood pressure and resting heart rate.

Built in visualization quickly shows you trends over time, and detailed analysis and statistics show you how your blood pressure fluctuates on a daily basis.

Systolic and diastolic blood pressure.
Mean Arterial Pressure, a key statistic that represents your average blood pressure.
Resting heart rate (pulse).

HeartWise has a simple, streamlined interface that lets you input data in seconds, and the touch of a button gives you details about how your blood pressure - and your heath - changes over time. Try HeartWise today, as an important step towards managing your blood pressure. HeartWise - for a healthier heart!

Finally, HeartWise has a fully capable export feature that allows you to send your data as a spreadsheet directly from your phone. You can send your blood pressure, pulse, and weight history to yourself for safe keeping and import that data easily using most common spreadsheet applications. You can even send your medical data directly to your doctor for review!

Records weight in metric (kilograms) or Imperial (pounds) units.
Capability to export your data via email in spreadsheet-ready format.
Crisp, clear, easy-to-read charts. Color-coded data points are indicative of blood pressure risk-levels, giving you a clear view of your measurements at a glance.
Detailed statistics reporting show how your blood pressure and measurements change over time.
Ability to add notes to entries to keep track of changes in medication, exercise, diet, etc.
Ability to edit entries to correct erroneous data.

Automatic calculation of Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP).
Inclusion of MAP in data exports.
Improved graphical user interface.
Quick Tips to help new iPhone users.
Fixed intermittent problem on some devices that causes App to exit if an apostrophe is entered in notes.
Several minor UI enhancements and addition of a help screen on chart view.

* This application is an information recording tool only and is not intended to diagnose, prevent, or recommend treatment for any disease or illness. Consult your doctor for informed medical advice about your blood pressure and health.