Out of steam? Can’t bring yourself to finish that last mile? Maybe a zombie horde breathing down your neck will give you the adrenaline boost you need. That’s the idea behind Zombies, Run! 2 (Android | iOS), which bills itself as an “immersive running game and audio adventure” for your smartphone. It works like this: …

I think most people who have tried yoga would agree: it’s a great way to improve flexibility and blood flow, increase stamina and strength, and even reduce back and muscle pain. OK, but how can you find nearby classes, especially if you’re traveling or you’ve just moved to a new town? Yep: there’s an app for that. Om Finder for …

If you were hoping to watch last weekend’s Coachella concert on your iDevice, you just missed your chance: although the event was streamed live on YouTube for free, the iOS YouTube app doesn’t support live streaming. It does now. (Cruel timing, Google!) YouTube 1.3 for iOS, released today, adds a handful of new features and fixes, not the least of …

Every parent knows (or should know) the importance of reading to their kids. And when it comes to stories adults and toddlers alike can enjoy, it’s hard to beat Dr. Seuss. Of course, browse the aisles (real or virtual) of any bookstore and you’ll see that your average Dr. Seuss hardcover can run $10-15. Ouch! That’s why I continue to …

It seems like just last week that Google was rolling out updates for its Chrome browser for iOS. In fact, it was: Last week, Google added sharing and history features to Chrome for iOS. Yesterday, Google brought a few more worthwhile features to its mobile browser: support for AirPrint, Google Cloud Print, and full-screen browsing. Version 26.0.1410.50 also lets you …

Like most homeowners, I’ve got furnace filters to replace, smoke-alarm batteries to check, a central air conditioner to maintain, and so on. I also have a septic tank and water softener that need occasional attention. Unfortunately, I’m terrible at tracking this stuff, meaning important tasks often get overlooked or neglected — sometimes at their peril (and my expense). BrightNest for …

Mirror’s Edge. Rush City. Temple Run. Subway Surfers. Agent Dash. Pitfall. If endless runners are your thing, you’ll find no shortage of them in Android and iOS app stores. So when Vector (Android | iOS) came along, I thought, “Meh, big deal, more of the same.” So why can’t I stop playing this game? Because it’s awesome, that’s why. A …

Dirt-cheap tablets have been around for years, but most of them have proven disappointing. Spend less than $100 and you’re almost certain to get stuck with a resistive touch screen (one that requires pressure to recognize a tap or swipe), a pokey processor, an outdated version of Android, or a seriously limited app store. Maybe several of the above. Dirt-cheap-tablet …

I feel like I’m on bundle overload these days, what with some new software or game collection cropping up on an almost weekly basis. That said, when I see a good one, I gotta share. And if you’re an Android user, this is definitely a good one. For the next week or so, the Humble Mobile Bundle offers six surprisingly …

The ChargeCard can sync and charge your mobile device, but it’s small enough to tuck into your wallet. ChargeCard Remember the ChargeCard? It debuted at this year’s CES and made my list of the three things I saw at CES I’d actually buy. As I noted then, it’s a mostly rubber card that’s thin enough to fit in your wallet, …