Sizing Up FIFA 2010 Apps |
 Reviewed by Kevin Diep |
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With the string of surprising results in this year’s World Cup, soccer fans in their anxiety are sure to want to keep track of their favorite teams. Of course, there are several apps for the iPhone already available in the app store (along with a couple we’ve already reviewed). But which app is the right one?
Here are some apps for you to consider, each with its pros and cons:
Pros: Comes with all the essentials, including scores; schedules; news; statistics; and everything else you would expect from a report by ESPN. This app also has the latest video highlights from ESPN. If you’ve got an account with ESPN, the Bracket Predictor is included in the package. You can also pick your favorite team for news updates related to them.
Cons: There are several options that require you to purchase the upgraded version at $7.99, including the live audio coverage.
Why I Like This App: For a free app, this app comes with a lot of stuff. Most of what I’d need to keep up with the world cup is included and at no charge.
Pros: The app comes with much of the same coverage as the ESPN app, such as news, videos, and schedules at the same price of free. Also, you can pick your favorite team and receive updates specifically related to them on top of receiving world wide news.
Cons: The tournament table looks a little confusing and the main page lacks the attention-grabbing headlines one would expect from it.
Why I Like This App: I like this app for the personal customization it offers in letting you choose your own team. It makes it simpler to follow your favored team and that’s what I think most fans are looking for in a World Cup app.
Go Africa! 2010 Complete Guide
Pros: This app gives you the scores and stats up front. News coverage and videos are included, as well. It also comes with extras, like Logic Football, Trivia, lists of referees, etc.
Cons: Games are given a shortcut icon while the news is filed under the extras icon. I don’t think mini games are more important to soccer fans as news updates on their favorite players are.
Why I Like This App: The important numbers are placed on the front page; today’s games and scores are the first thing you want to see and this app makes it so.
