Tuesday’s Tech of the Week: Olympics Edition
Summer Olympics season is upon us, and we're getting pumped to see the world's best athletes compete for the gold. While Beijing's big reveal was all about HD streaming and high quality content, this year is all about how folks will be following and talking about the Olympics on their mobile devices. Here are 9 mobile apps that'll give you an Olympic education, a virtual front row seat, and up-to-the-minute standings 'til the Olympians come home.
London 2012: Official Results App
iPhone/iPad + Android)
iPhone/iPad + Curly's Pocket Guide to Sports
iPhone/iPad)
Reuter's Olympics London 2012
iPhone/iPad)
Team USA Road to London Olympics
iPhone/iPad + Android)
BBC Olympics
iPhone)
London 2012 Official Mobile Game
iPhone/iPad + Android)
NBC Olympics
iPhone/iPad + Android)
Want to watch all the action live? This app gives you live video with an enhanced viewing experience, including replays and alternate camera views. Don’t miss a thing: Get push notifications for all your favorite events. You’ll be able to DVR most of the events, in case you can’t watch them while they’re airing. This really is a gold medal-worthy mobile Games experience.
We really can't get enough of Curly's charming sports illustrations – such a great app to keep on hand even during non-Olympics months.