App of the week: theScore

Julia Hardy
Arts, Entertainment & Technology Editor

The good news: after four months, the NHL lockout is over and professional hockey will shortly be back on TV. The bad news: fans will have a lot more scores to keep track of as the football and basketball seasons continue in addition hockey’s. Luckily, the app theScore can help you keep track of all your favorite teams whether you’re at home or on-the-go.

App of the Week: NowThis News

Julia Hardy
Arts, Entertainment & Technology Editor

“Oh, you didn’t see that?!” It’s a common response when someone (like me) says they haven’t watched the presidential debate or the newest viral cat video. But knowing the latest and greatest news is a lot simpler with the NowThis News app.

App of the week: Passbook

Julia Hardy
Arts, Entertainment & Technology Editor

With or without the iPhone 5, all Apple users who downloaded iOS 6 found themselves with a new application on their home screens. Passbook is now a standard app with the sole purpose is making life a little less chaotic. How? By centralizing your gift cards, tickets and coupons into one paperless location for easy access.