a la mode releases DaVinci for iPad: The first appraisal app for Apple’s iPad™ makes Apple’s “New and Noteworthy” list

UPDATE: As of May 21, DaVinci for iPad is the #1 Free Business App in the iTunes store.

a la mode announced today that DaVinci for iPad, the first real estate appraisal software for Apple's iPad™, is now available in the Apple iTunes store. And it has already made a splash, being named a "New and Noteworthy" pick by the iTunes staff.

The free Labs release is the latest in a long line of innovative data gathering and sketching software products in the DaVinci family, which includes DaVinci Desktop Standard, DaVinci Mobile Pro, and DaVinci for iPhone.

"DaVinci for iPad demonstrates our commitment to appraisers," said Brad Eaton, Chief Product Officer. "Appraisers just don't have time to retype reports or re-sketch properties when they get to the office. DaVinci for iPad also accommodates an appraiser's workflow, so sketching and data gathering is fast and easy."

DaVinci for iPad was built from the ground-up to save appraisers time. Subject properties are mapped automatically on iPad's models with built-in GPS. Comparables are entered in TOTAL 2010 or WinTOTAL and automatically synced, or they can be added easily in the field. The Room Analysis feature allows appraisers to quickly define a custom list of rooms and enter characteristics and features for each room, along with notes and photos.

Sketching is blindingly fast and couldn't be easier. The world-class sketcher takes full advantage of the iPad's high-resolution 1024 x 768 touch screen. Appraisers finish data gathering and sketches in just minutes using the innovative interface. But appraisers need not sacrifice quality for speed. DaVinci for iPad includes a fully customizable "Critical Fields" list which insures appraisers gather all pertinent data before leaving the inspection.

Sketching is just the beginning. Appraisers can type notes in the field, use pre-written QuickLists synced from WinTOTAL or TOTAL 2010, add photos using the optional iPad camera connector, or record voice notes. Everything syncs back to the work file automatically, eliminating retyping errors.

DaVinci for iPad syncs over the air with a la mode's desktop formfilling software, TOTAL 2010, or WinTOTAL. Appraisers start reports in the desktop software, sync to iPad, and return to the desktop to complete the report. They can even sync the same reports to DaVinci for iPhone or DaVinci Mobile Pro on another tablet device. Syncing is seamless and secure over 3G or WiFi connections. So while appraisers are still in the field performing inspections, office staff can work on the report.

For more information, visit http://www.alamode.com/appraiser/davinci_ipad

Contact:

Ellana Walker

Chief Marketing Officer, a la mode, inc.

Telephone: 800-252-6633

E-mail: ellana@alamode.com

All product and company names herein may be trademarks of their registered owners.

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About a la mode

Founded in 1985, a la mode develops desktop tools, mobile tools, web sites for real estate professionals, mortgage brokers, and appraisers. a la mode's flagship product, WinTOTAL form-filling software for appraisers leads the residential appraisal industry. a la mode's Mercury Network, a vendor management platform for lenders, provides the most experienced local appraisers in an HVCC-compliant, easy-to-use loan ordering and management application. a la mode's mission-critical products are used by hundreds of thousands of appraisers, agents, inspectors, and lending professionals to complete the nation's real estate transactions. The company's state-of-the-art offices are located in Salt Lake City, Oklahoma City, and Washington, DC. To learn more, visit www.alamode.com.