Apps

In case you hadn't noticed, the new iPad is here, with a gorgeous retina display. Although virtually every app will look better on the new screen, software that's designed...

Doug Imbruce, the CEO of Qwiki took the stage today at Tech Crunch Disrupt in New York City to give the audience an update since the visual feast of search won Tech…

If your child gets snatched, it might take some time to come up with a recent, accurate photo to provide the police. Unless you have it on your iPhone—along with all their personal information. FBI to the rescue. The Child ID app not only stores all the data on your kid you'll want to provide authorities should they vanish, but gives you a quick means of emailing this info to police with a few taps. It won't prevent your child from getting kidnapped, but it could mean saving their life if they do....

Guide Central is launching free iPhone and Android apps that let users browse how-to guides and tutorials on a wide range of topics, the startup announced today. Users can also…

Rumors have been swirling that Google Now (the Big G's super-useful personal assistant application) would be coming to the search page on Google.com, but surprise! Our friends on iOS are getting the love first. Starting today, Google Now will be rolled into the Google Search app for iPhone and iPad....

Dribbble has proved to be popular platform for designers for several years now, providing a community for creatives to engage in a little ‘show and tell’ around their latest work....

Google updated its Search app today for Apple hardware with a refined iOS 7 redesign, expanding the overall UI and swipe-up Google Now feed to fill the entirety of the screen....

It's difficult to trace the exact roots for each piece of clothing you own, especially in fast fashion. These tools can help.

Ah, the smell of erasers and chalk dust is in the air, which can mean only one thing: it's back to school time in many parts of the world. While I'd be lying if I didn't...

We're sure the first thing you'll want to do when you get that new iPad home is give the 2048 x 1536 Retina Display a workout. With that in mind, Apple has curated a section of the App Store especially for apps that have been updated with full high resolution support, like Infinity Blade II. Here are a few of the more notable inclusions; we'll be adding to this list as more updates come in. Note: it appears that not all the apps in Apple's "Great apps for the new iPad" section actually have Retina...

The Daily App Deals post is a round-up of the best app discounts of the day, as well as some notable mentions for ones that are on sale. 2Do: Tasks Done in Style (iTunes) Previously $6.99, now 99¢. 2Do: Tasks Done in Style for iOS is a simple, highly rated to-do list and task manager that syncs across multiple platforms and supports Siri when paired with iCloud. Get it for 99¢. (via Apps-aholic) iOS iOS

If you’re a creative with a penchant for eking out the best tools to help you produce the goods, 2012 saw a slew of handy apps that could help you in your endeavors....

Those not lucky enough to snag a ticket before they sold out this year can follow along each day with the WWDC app Apple just released. It’s also meant for attendees to navigate the event onsite.

From Evernote to Shazam, it’s a big day for app updates. iOS 7 is now available for download, and many of the App Store’s biggest players updated their apps accordingly. See also: iOS 7: Here's What's New iOS 7 represents a complete re-imagination of Apple’s mobile operating system. The OS, which is available for the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch, brings a new look and brighter colors to the devices. Check out the gallery above for a look at some of the apps that received major updates for iOS 7.

Remember Brian Cox’s Wonders of the Universe app? The multimedia, 3D beauty that redefined what an iPad book should look like? Well, as we hit the two year mark since its launch, publisher Harper Collins has rolled out the welcome mat for its follow up – Wonders of Life....

Microsoft is completely overhauling its Bing for iPhone app today. While most search queries occur within the browser or Spotlight feature of iOS, Microsoft is betting on people downloading a powerful separate app to search the web without Google. That’s a stretch, but after using the app for the past few days I can certainly see its appeal....

Our favorite gadget vivisectionists over at iFixIt have just released a new iPad app that aims to be a free, easily-referenced glossary for their healthy library of open source self-repair manuals for every gadget under the sun: from the first generation iPod to the new, nigh-un-self-serviceable MacBook Air.

When DoAT (aka Do@) launched at TechCrunch Disrupt in May, their unique take on search and mobile apps earned rave reviews. Unsurprisingly, they were selected by the judges to be a finalist. And they continue to stay ahead of the curve, by quickly embracing Google+. The latest version of their iPhone app, which just went live in the App Store, supports sharing of content from within their app to Google’s new social network. How is this possible since Google hasn’t yet exposed APIs for people to play wit...

You can chuck that Merriam-Webster dictionary that's sitting on your desk out the window (along with all your magazines). It's been iPad-ized and it looks beautiful. Also, it's free. Hold your iPad in portrait orientation, and it's kind of a ho-hum app that lets you search for words. Turn it landscape, however, and it acquires a scrollbar that lets you smoothly browse through every word of the dictionary. Tap to get your definition. It's not quite an E-Book, but I like it better than other apps, which...

The Daily App Deals post is a round-up of the best app discounts of the day, as well as some notable mentions for ones that are on sale. DocAS - Annotate PDF, Take Notes and Handwriting (iTunes) Previously $4.99, now 99¢. DocAS for iPad aims to be your all-in-one app for reading, managing and annotating PDFs and other documents, as well as taking handwritten and voice notes. Get it for 99¢. (via LogicBuy) iOS iOS

Feeling lonely? For whatever reason, there was a whole slew of apps this week that get you connecting with others in mildly creepy ways. Whether its reminiscing about the past, seeing who's around you and what they're doing, or drawing total strangers for their enjoyment, there's a friend out there waiting for you. Go get 'em, tiger....

You never know exactly when disaster will strike, and even in this age, no app or gadget can fully replace good old-fashioned preparation. Keeping reliable technology on hand, however, can potentially save lives. We'll walk you through five important steps to cover your bases. SEE ALSO: How We Use Social Media During Emergencies [INFOGRAPHIC] 1. The Basics FEMA has a very thorough disaster supply list online.

Google today updated its Search app for iOS, adding a slew of new features for both the core search experience as well as Google Now. You can download the new version now directly from Apple’s App Store....