News travels at the speed of iPhone. Stay in the know with lots of insider apps from the worlds of business, sports, politics, music, fashion, and more.
Be in the know.
Get the latest headlines, sports scores, weather, photos, and more wherever you are with USA TODAY, NYTimes, and msnbc.com. ABC News offers top-of-the-hour video news briefs, while CBS EyeMobile features network video footage as well as citizen videos and reports. Download AP Mobile for a comprehensive news network that lets you personalize news to fit your needs. Or quickly scan Newsdesk for a compilation of the world’s biggest headlines. For the latest tech news and gadget reviews, check out All Things Digital and Wired Product Reviews.
Available on the App Store
Catch up on some reading.
Don’t wait for a trip to the bookstore before diving into the latest bestsellers and new releases. Stanza lets you purchase thousands of electronic books from any location. And if it’s a classic title you’re craving, you can flick through over 50,000 of them — for free.
Available on the App Store
Discover new ideas.
With TED (Technology, Entertainment, and Design), you can watch and listen to what some of the world’s most fascinating people have to say, all on your iPhone. Bookmark your favorite talks from TED conferences to inspire now or enjoy later.
Available on the App Store
Market watch.
Breaking news about your investments is always just a tap away. Open the Stocks app, then rotate to see what’s up and what’s down.
Use the dropped pin:
- Tap
, then tap Drop Pin. - A pin drops down on the map, which you can then drag to any location you choose.
Switch start and end points, for reverse directions:
- Tap
. - If you don’t see , tap List, then tap Edit.
See recently viewed directions:
- Tap
in the search field, then tap Recents.
Listen up.
Your iPhone doubles as a radio when you download the Public Radio Player. Tune in and enjoy hundreds of free public radio streams, featuring everything from local news and music to culture and commentary.
Available on the App Store
Stay on trend.
Attention fashionistas: Style.com is your ticket to the latest runway shows. Watch videos from Vogue’s extensive fashion library, or tap to see show reviews, exclusive party pictures, and fashion news updates. To design your own look, check out the Gap StyleMixer. Swipe to put together new outfits, then tap to show off your favorites and receive feedback from friends.
Available on the App Store
Get in the game.
Stay on top of the teams and games you care about with ESPN ScoreCenter. Review scores and stats for over 500 sports leagues worldwide or set up one-tap access to your personalized scoreboards. Follow play-by-play action with CBS Sports Mobile, then log in to control your fantasy football and baseball teams. For front-row views, download MLB.com At Bat and watch live streaming games. And if you don’t have time to catch all nine innings, watch a 10 - 12 minute video recap featuring every payoff pitch.
Available on the App Store
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Walk the red carpet.
Keep up with today’s hottest celebrities with PEOPLE Celebrity News Tracker. Get the latest news and gain access to profiles and photo scrapbooks for all your favorite celebs. For more star-studded entertainment, use E! Online to check out clips from your favorite E! shows and blogs, then stay connected by sending them to friends.
Available on the App Store
See the show.
Know what shows are coming your way with Eventful. Search your favorite venues, tailor email alerts to your interests, and track the events you and your friends are interested in. If you’re catching a show, download Concerts to share and view photos with other fans in real time.
Available on the App Store
