Wednesday
03Mar2010

Beta Launch (FREE): LangLearner Translation HelpMail

LL Translation HelpMailHave you ever been lost in translation or at a lost for words in a foreign language? Wish your friends or teachers were available to answer your questions by email immediately? Well, LangLearner can help. You're are just an email away to get your questions answered - it's intelligent and instant.

The beta version of LangLearner Translation HelpMail is available now and it's FREE of charge for limited time only.  Try it while it's HOT.

LL Translation HelpMail is an instant translation web and email service which help people get instant help with language and communications while traveling abroad or simply in need of help on translation on-the-go.  It works everywhere from laptop, blackberry and any cell phone with email access. 

visit: http://news.langlearner.com/langlearner-translate-helpmail/

 

 

Sunday
28Feb2010

LangLearner is a KillerStartup

 

LangLearner is so excited to be reviewed and selected by KillerStartups.com as one of the hottest KillerStartup.   We are now on the frontpage.  Please support and vote for us.

Please go to http://www.killerstartups.com/Web-App-Tools/langlearner-com-leaning-languages-interactively and click on the 'vote' icon.

Thursday
04Feb2010

LangLearner, a 2010 Olin Cup Winner! 

The 2010 Olin Cup's Winner Is... LangLearner

We are so proud to announce that LangLearner is a Winner of the 2010 Olin Cup Competition at Washington University.

The company was selected as the Olin Cup's first-ever community winner and is eligible for funding from the Skandalaris Student Venture Fund (SSVF).  This fund is an MBA student-led venture fund in the Olin Business school.

Reference Washington University: http://news.wustl.edu/news/Pages/20220.aspx

Reference St. Louis Business Journal: http://stlouis.bizjournals.com/stlouis/stories/2010/02/08/daily15.html

Tuesday
02Feb2010

LangLearner In The Spotlight Again (By St. Louis' Small Business Monthly)

St. Louis' Small Business Monthly

LangLearner or actually the leading man (CEO) is in the spotlight again.  St. Louis' business publication and journal, Small Business Monthly has included LangLearner and it's CEO on the roster list of this year's Company Spotlight under the category of "St. Louis’ Most Innovative & Exciting Companies".  Check it out on their website and the title is: "The The Success Factor - Find Out Who's Got It This Year"

Make a guess and see who's the 'cool guy' in the picture.

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The Success Factor
BY JULIA PAULUS, STAFF WRITER

St. Louis SMB - "The The Success Factor - Find Out Who's Got It This Year

BRYAN COOLEY, LangLearner
After traveling to more than 70 countries, Bryan Cooley concluded that there was no practical and affordable way to learn a language. Existing software was expensive and catered to one learning style.

In 2006, after spending 10 months abroad, Cooley decided to do something about the issue. He created LangLearner, an interactive web and mobile platform for learning languages. LangLearner offers 10 languages and plans to add five to 10 more in the next six months.

LangLearner set itself apart from the competition by having four native speakers work on each language application and by catering to visual, experimental and audio learners. The platform offers photos, games, reading tools, multimedia flash cards, the ability to chat with other users and custom content for reviewing vocabulary. And Cooley has developed iPhone and iPod applications, ideal for business travelers or backpackers learning on the go. “We’re pushing the edge of new techniques and technologies,” says Cooley. “It’s fun, practical and efficient.”

Cooley focuses on the travel market and has an international office in Hong Kong. “In the next five years, I will try to sell the company off,” says Cooley. “Separate from that, there needed to be a good model to help people communicate, and I’m excited I can give that back to the world.”

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Visit to see original post: http://www.sbmon.com/CompanySpotlight/tabid/130/itemid/767/Default.aspx

 

Tuesday
02Feb2010

Win a FREE trip around the world - Enter the Cultural Smarts Contest

 

Win a FREE trip around the world - Enter the Contest here:

http://www.langlearner.com/contest.html

LangLearner Cultural Smarts Contes The submission period is:
Feb 1, 2010 – May 31, 2010.


LangLearner Cultural Smarts Contest

How culturally smart are you? Have you ever been told that you're using the wrong utensil for a particular entree? Or you're not supposed to walk into a certain area with shoes on? Ever found yourself in other situations where you had to learn about certain cultural customs (maybe even the hard way)? Tell us and you may win ticket around-the-world!

We believe traveling offers lifetime experiences. Mastering a language and keeping abreast of cultural sensitivity can significantly enhance the overall experience. As a result, travelers can better immerse themselves in the culture, the social life, and the food.

We are looking for lessons and tips based on your travels and cross-cultural experiences.    

Top ten finalists will be chosen by us and then voted by our fans, the LangLearner team and contest organizers. Judging will be based on the entry’s uniqueness, practicality, and intrinsic value to a world traveler. Rankings of the top ten will be announced on or about June 5, 2010 and public scoring will close June 30, 2010.

Prizes (woohoo):

  1. One 1st prize winner: One around-the-world travel ticket.
  2. Two 2nd prize winners: 1 Apple iPod Touch with LangLearner Mobile Application.
  3. Three 3rd prize winners: 1-year LangLearner subscription.
  4. Four 4th prize winners: 3-month LangLearner subscription.

References:
Contest Details: http://www.langlearner.com/contest.html