Summer Olympics season is upon us, and we're getting pumped to see the world's best athletes compete for the gold. While Beijing's big reveal was all about HD streaming and high quality content, this year is all about how folks will be following and talking about the Olympics on their mobile devices. Here are 9 […]

Tuesday’s Tech of the Week: Olympics Edition

By Anjelika TempleJul 24, 2012

Anjelika Temple

As Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Brit + Co, Anjelika Temple brings her voracious consumption of all things creative and colorful to DIY projects, geeky gadgetry finds and more. When she's not DIY-ing her heart out, you'll find her throwing dinner parties with friends or adventuring with her husband David, their daughters Anokhi and Indira, and their silly dog Turkey.

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Summer Olympics season is upon us, and we're getting pumped to see the world's best athletes compete for the gold. While Beijing's big reveal was all about HD streaming and high quality content, this year is all about how folks will be following and talking about the Olympics on their mobile devices. Here are 9 mobile apps that'll give you an Olympic education, a virtual front row seat, and up-to-the-minute standings 'til the Olympians come home.

London 2012: Official Results App

iPhone/iPad + Android)

London 2012: Official Join In App

iPhone/iPad + Android)

Curly's Pocket Guide to Sports

iPhone/iPad)

Reuter's Olympics London 2012

iPhone/iPad)

Team USA Road to London Olympics

iPhone/iPad + Android)

BBC Olympics

iPhone)

London 2012 Official Mobile Game

iPhone/iPad + Android)

NBC Olympics

iPhone/iPad + Android)

NBC Olympics Live Extra

iPhone/iPad + Android)

Want to watch all the action live? This app gives you live video with an enhanced viewing experience, including replays and alternate camera views. Don’t miss a thing: Get push notifications for all your favorite events. You’ll be able to DVR most of the events, in case you can’t watch them while they’re airing. This really is a gold medal-worthy mobile Games experience.

We really can't get enough of Curly's charming sports illustrations – such a great app to keep on hand even during non-Olympics months.

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