3: UP by Disney*Pixar
DisneyPixar is one of the most successful animation studios of all time. Churning out hit after hit, the studio uses computer generated imagery to create a wonderful storyline and character set. Their newest movie, Up, continues this great tradition. To celebrate this movie, DisneyPixar has released an iPhone or iPod Touch game that allows you to get in on the action. Play through 24 different adventures on your quest to guide Carl’s house through the bright blue sky. With amusing graphics and addicting game play, the $4.99 out of your pocket is a great investment.
2: The Sims 3 for iPhone
This seems eerily similar to actual game sales, with The Sims beating out Myst. Back in the late '90s, one game seemed to be on everybody’s mind - The Sims. As the game has changed, the fan base has grown by countless people. On June 2, EA launched the newest iteration of the game, The Sims 3. The game, however, was preceded by a version on the iPhone on May 29. Just like the real game, you get to control your Sim, move him around, and interact with the real world. Frankly, it feels as though you are playing the first iteration of the game in terms of style and game play, but the concepts are brand new and shiny. Though the cost of $9.99 seems steep, for what you are getting, it is worth it.
And the #1 iPhone application from May 2009 is…
1: Bento
At the end of April I was contacted by a company called FileMaker about a new product they were going to release for the iPhone. Though I could not see it in practice until its May 1 launch, the demo that they showed me was absolutely amazing. Ever since that point, I have been enamored by Bento. Bento is a database system that I use almost every single day on my phone. I keep recipes, shopping lists, exercise logs, and even my checkbook on it. I use it so much that my class notes are organized on it and my Blogcritics review list is stored on it. Think of a list, or really anything, that you need organized and Bento can do it for you. Plus, it has a great user interface, a good look, and feels truly natural to the iPhone. At only $4.99, this simple application will make your life easier, and I strongly urge you to buy it. Look for a full review of this title within a few weeks.
Article comments
1 - Phillip Winn
I bought Tap Tap Coldplay last month, and I'm eying the DMB edition, too. Crazy fun stuff, once you get into it!
2 - Robert M. Barga
I dont know Phillip, i mean, i like it for a bit, but it annoys me
3 - MacDaddy
I explored both Bento and Tap form to see which was the better database app. All in all, I think Tap Form came out the winner in my eyes. Before you give Bento your first place prize, you should check it out.
4 - Robert M. Barga
you think what?
5 - Robert M. Barga
the thing is, Bento is made by a native company and it has a desktop version, which means it is much easier to use
6 - Titus
I just read "Police Powers" reviews on the iTunes store, this app does not pertain to police powers in USA, it is only good for people who live in the UK.
Also, all reviewers are complaining about the extremely small fonts.
I would like to know why do you rate this as a top 10 app and why not include the above mentioned details.
7 - Barga
Titus, the app described to me listed it as information about america, so i went off of their description
8 - Isaacs Gamer Tips
Arent dmv tests open book????
9 - mktanny
love your posts ,they are helping me a lot in getting some stuff for my all new iphone.
Thnx
10 - Technology Blogged
Thank you for these statistics, as a technology based blog I am always on the look out for things like this. I also really love the layout of your blog.
In terms of your post I honestly believe andrioid will become number one. The reason I believe this is due to their next line up which includes the HTC Salsa, Bravo (Google Phone) and others of a great spec.
These phones are sure to dominate Blackberry, Windows based phones and yes even the iPhone. Perhaps not Linux though, as in the east and China especially they are very popular (and it has the largest population for a country in the world). Perhaps linux will create a truly well adapted mobile operating system?
On the iPhone I believe that unless Apple can truly bring a large upgrade to their iPhone which can compete with the Snapdragon 1Ghz monstrosity chip found in the HTC Bravo then they will lose market share < even possibly below the figures you have.
More and more manufacturers will switch to android - Motorola made a brilliant move doing this as and they even put all their business resources into backing it < what a move, they are now selling the Droid in huge numbers and thats great. The Cliq isn't doing too badly either according to T-Mobile.
I think Nokia would be the last to move, however with the new N series falling short of Apples offering and HTC's perhaps they might even decide to focus on regular handsets over the smart options (mind, thats a loss of revenue isn't it).
Well thank you for this post, and don't hesitate to become a guest poster on my blog - from your writing you definately have style
Regards,
Jakk from Technology Blogged
11 - bogat
Is there an app on the iphone for actually playing Magic: The Gathering rather than just maintaing decks etc... ?????
Pls let me know as I'd love to play the card game again on the iphone.
12 - barga
Not that I know of, sorry
13 - Technology
I agree with Jakk, and believe that andrioid will become number one. Not only because of their next line up which includes the HTC Salsa, Bravo etc. but also because Google have such dominance in so many markets now, they can persuade us to go for their products, because of their compatibility.
I feel sorry for phones like the Blackberry, as they are good phones, but up against Google, they stand no chance :(
Great article!
Thanks :)
14 - barga
The droid has countless problems, a buggy os, and a ton of apps that just dont work sorry, but closed OS is much better for phones (and I am running linux on my comp now)
15 - Vitalka
As for me, iPhone would be more better with Windows Mobile OS. It's not so difficult to use, easy to repair/reinstall and possible to fun with any software that you need.
But, iPhone users also value any software they can use, because they can't get them too much from Apple store.
Of course, there are some rich people who can buy a lot of paid software, but all the other people usually can't do that :-(
16 - Technology Blogged
@technology, thanks buddy.
My initial comment was made last year in December and a lot has happened since then both in regards to the iPhone and in regards to Android.
Android has grown vastly like technology agreed with, and the iPhone has remained steady although Apple themselves have taken 50% of the handheld gaming market, a milestone which is something to be proud off.
The latest iPhone, the 4, is something I bought and have had to replace 3 times from the Apple store due to hardware failures 1) the screen backlight failed 2) the wifi antenna jammed 3) the touch screen became un responsive.
You know, for such an expensive phone you'd expect more, right?