If you're in the path of Hurricane Irene and you haven't gone through the App Store already looking for the best sources of info on the storm, there are others who have done it for you. Information Week, Appolicious, and MSNBC's Technolog have all made lists of apps for various flavors of smartphones. Virtually all the lists of apps include the free Weather Channel App for iOS, Android, Windows Phone 7, and Blackberry*. The application description doesn't clearly state if the free app (there's a paid version) has push notification for weather alerts, but the $3.99 Weather Channel Max app does include them. Aside from TWC's contributions, there's also the paid Hurricane for iPhone or Hurricane HD for iPad which shows up in multiple lists of suggested apps. You may want to try searching for an app for a TV station in your area; a lot of them have notifications for Read More

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In a February column on weather apps, I complained about the substandard quality of most in the category. As mentioned in this week’s App Smart column, though, things got considerably better with the debut of MyWeather, which now sits atop my list of best weather apps and is available for Android and iOS devices. Most of its competitors are either easy to use but short on features (like Outside, for instance), or they include more features but are harder to use (like The Weather Channel). MyWeather is free, it’s filled with good features and it’s easy to use. The app shows you weather information about your particular neighborhood or block, not just your town or ZIP code. That level of specificity may be helpful in big towns, or those with varied geography. If you happen to be traveling internationally, the app can track weather anywhere on the globe — although given Read More

There was a time when taking an electronic device with you on an adventure holiday would have been seen as sacrilege, as how would it be an adventure if you had that level of assistance?  Thankfully, we think things have changed, and your smartphone is seen as not only an essential safety tool, but something which can enhance your adventure too! If you’re planning an adventure this year, here are ten hints and tips about what to equip your iPhone with before you go. 1.  A Really Tough Case. If you’re going to be using your iPhone 4 in harsh environments, it’s going to need to be well protected.  There are several super-tough cases available for the iPhone, and we’ve previously reviewed the Ballistic HC for the iPhone 4 and the Otterbox for the 3G, and both are seriously hard wearing, sealed units able to withstand proper shocks. 2.  An Extended Read More

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You got your Verizon iPhone. It’s time to know about the Best Apps available for the device. We’re here to help you do that. This list is made up of some of our past favorites, compiled–for your convenience–into one massive posts to help your find the best applications for the Verizon iPhone. Hit the jump for the full list:   1) Fluent News (free) This is probably the best news App for your iPhone. It takes news from various sources and puts them on a single page. The only downside is that you will probably see some repeats as it tends to gather news from all the top publications. This is a free App that streamlines the news into one page for easy viewing on your iPhone. Simply touch a headline to view the full story. Push notifications can alert you when breaking news happens.   This is the ultimate entertainment App on Read More

One of the better jailbreak apps is WeatherIcon, available in Cydia. This app allows two things: a temperature display in the status bar, and live updates/changes to your designated weather app icon (Apple’s native weather app, The Weather Channel, Weatherbug, etc…) that reflect current weather conditions. This way you can remember it’s a dapper -14 degrees out without even unlocking your phone. This is a clean and simple app. The temperature display in the status bar is unobtrusive (though there is an option to include a small image of current weather that takes up a little more space) and the various icon graphics for current weather are hi-res for iPhone 4 and well, accurate. Is it raining outside? Why yes, my iPhone weather icon tells me it is! There’s also some cool tweaks such as: This is not a new app by any mean so you might have already given it Read More

Posted 10/04/2010 at 12:36pm | by Andrew Hayward Each new iPhone has offered fresh and fantastical ways to improve your daily life, but the epic tag-team of the iPhone 4 and iOS 4 deliver the greatest set of tools and features to date. With the introduction of FaceTime video calls, multitasking, and the high resolution Retina display, the iPhone 4 has moved even further away from being just a powerful phone and web-surfing device. Now more than ever, the iPhone is a true lifestyle-enhancing accessory. Between the built-in features and the hundreds of thousands of options in the App Store, not to mention a few key accessories, the iPhone 4 can be figuratively formed and changed to fit your daily needs, whether you’re planning your daily commute, knocking out items on your to-do list, or simply looking to try a new restaurant. With this wide-ranging versatility in mind, we’ve come up Read More

The Weather Channel, One of the best (if not the best) weather apps for iPhone was updated the other day, and I figured it was worth a mention here. This latest version brings the app up to version 3.0, and it packs a couple of very new features. First of these new features is something called Hurricane Central. If you live in a zone affected by hurricanes or tropical storms, Hurricane Central will bring you all of the latest must-have news… right to your iPhone. Very handy and important for sure. Check the latest developments, radar maps and more as that terrible storm approaches. Second is a feature that is probably not-so-crucial, but still, many will get a kick out of it. The Weather Channel has added Facebook integration into their app, allowing you to post weather information to your wall. All-in-all, The Weather Channel for iPhone is a win. The Read More

Hurricane Earl is expected to wreak some havoc on the East Coast this Labor Day weekend. According to the the National Hurricane Center, Earl is expected “pass near the North Carolina outer banks tonight [Thursday]… and approach southeastern New England Friday night.” President Obama has declared a state of emergency for North Carolina, and FEMA has deployed teams to North Carolina, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine. Whether you live near the National Hurricane Center’s official “Forecast Cone” or you’re one of the 34.4 million people who planned a trip for this weekend, you’ll want to keep an eye on Earl. Here are some resources to kickstart your tracking: Get your weather warnings and advisories right from the source on top of a color-coded map. You can also use the site to check in on where Earl is likely to hit and whether or not hurricane force winds Read More

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A quick note here for those of you that love your weather apps. Received a note the other day from the good folks at The Weather Channel, letting me know that The Weather Channel app for iPad has been updated. The update has addressed a number of bugs, and overall, the app should run faster, and be more stable on your iPad. Improved performance is always a good thing! In addition to the bug fixes, a current weather and radar map have been added to the welcome screen. Pop open the app, and you’re greeted with current conditions. Good stuff. Other key features include: For more information, you can hit it up in the App Store. Download link is below. The Weather Channel for iPad (Free) [iTunes link] James was born and raised in Winnipeg, Canada. Almost 15 years ago he started out in the 'real world' as a web and Read More

The Weather Channel App for iPhone is one of the most popular weather and forecasting tools out there… and it was recently updated to version 2.82. In a brief note I received from the good folks at The Weather Channel, they tell me the update is a significant one. Key feature updates to the app include: If you’ve never used The Weather Channel for iPhone before, it’s worth a look (especially if weather conditions and forecasts are important to you!). The app pinpoints your location via GPS, and displays full screen, customizable radar maps for reference. There’s live traffic cam integration (handy for checking-in with before you make that morning commute), and Google Mobile Maps are used for fast zooming and panning. Of course, all of the current weather and forecast information for your immediate area is available with one simple tap too. Heck, there’s even a pollen forecast if allergies Read More

Rock Software is apparently in the business of making iPhone apps for major sports figures, as they have now released an official Jared Allen app to go along with the Chad Ochocinco Experience and Mark Cuban’s Puzzle Palace.  For those of you who don’t know, Jared Allen is the Minnesota Viking’s star defensive end who has heaping amounts of personality and a fondness for mullets. The official Jared Allen app gives fans and curious individuals an open door to everything Jared Allen, or in his own words “[the app] contains everything that I think you need to help you understand how to live the best life (my life).” The Jared Allen app is customized to meet every Jared Allen fans’ needs.  If you are interested in his personal life, the app contains pics of Allen hunting, what his favorite songs and apps are (apparently TWC and Scrabble are among his favorites), Read More

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We here at App Advice are constantly trying to keep you informed and up to date about the latest and greatest iPhone apps and that includes their updates. Below you will find the today’s most popular app updates. Enjoy! AT&T myWireless Mobile – iPhone OS 3.0 compatible. Fixes display issue. [$Free - iTunes Link] Documents To Go (Microsoft Word editing & Desktop sync) – Change font type & size. Shake undo/redo. First line indenting. [$4.99 - iTunes Link] MySpace Mobile – Performance improvements. Bug fixes. [$Free - iTunes Link] Palringo Instant Messenger Lite – Push notifications. Contacts search. Faster reconnection. Copy and Paste. Improved stability. Various bug fixes. [$Free - iTunes Link] SimplyTweet 2.0 Lite – Block/Unblock support. Added support to view large profile pictures. [$Free - iTunes Link] The Weather Channel – Icon name changed from Standard to TWC. 2.0 compatibility bug fix. [$Free - iTunes Link] Ustream Viewing Application Read More