New TBN iPhone app attachment

[IslandTractor]

This may not be the correct forum but....

For all you iPhone users TBN has just released an app that makes reading and posting to TBN a bit more efficient.

It doesn't seem to allow photos or avatars but the text size is better than using Safari. It allows you to check just subscribed threads or browse and has some notification features.

Don't worry, it is not good enough to force those of you without iPhones to go get one (unless you really want to be able to continue TBN use while on the crapper or walking down the street or while in the tractor seat), however, anyone with an iphone should check it out. Free.

I found it just by opening TBN in Safari so TBN must be able to detect mobile apps.

 

[sodamo]

Interesting....a different appearance.

I had been accessing TBN on my iphone using another forum (IP) app, I'll give this one a try.

 

[1950T]

great!!! :thumbsup: now i have no need to ever leave my recliner in the evenings :laughing:

 

[kennyd]

Cool

 

[IslandTractor]

I'm seeing avatar photos now so maybe it does photos after all.

 

[powerstroke444e]

I use a windows phone from verizon the HTC which is a little slow but it looks the same as it is on my laptop. It allows me to post, search and see photos but I havent figured out how to post photos with it.

 

[IslandTractor]

I'm seeing avatar photos now so maybe it does photos after all.

Yep. I can add photos from the iPhone

 

[CHDinCT]

Downloading it now. Nice. Hope it makes reading/posting from the iphone easier. ****, gonna have to up my data plan now :laughing:

 

[beenthere]

I suppose the same app on the iPad too.

 

[buck12]

Thanks for the heads up. Posting from my iPhone now. Much easier to read and post with this app.

 

[Muhammad]

Glad you guys found the app, and are (so far) enjoying it. :thumbsup:

I personally use an Android phone and find browsing the forum on it to be slow and a bit of a hassle. Since iPhone was our most popular mobile platform, we started with that and yes, it works on the iPad the same.

Our developer is working on an Android app as well and expects it to be done by the end of fall.

 

[IslandTractor]

After using the new app for a couple of weeks, I fiind I no longer use Safari at all to access TBN. By that measure I'd say the new app is clearly superior both in speed and readability on the small screen.

For feedback, I have a few points and wish list items: 1) it would be nice to be able to set the individual "my home" screen on the default start screen rather than just the main index. 2) if I recall correctly, I could interupt writing a reply or post in Safari to take a call on the iphone and then go back to finish writing/editing. With the new app, if someone calls me before I finish the post I lose all the text/edits. That may be an iphone issue with multitasking but I don't recall that being a problem when using Safari. 3) Profiles on the app don't reflect what is in profiles on line. 4) there really is no need for a logout softkey on the main screen as just closing the app does the same thing. I'd prefer substituting "my home" or "subscribed" for example and relegating logout to the "more" section.

 

[kennyd]

After using the new app for a couple of weeks, I fiind I no longer use Safari at all to access TBN. By that measure I'd say the new app is clearly superior both in speed and readability on the small screen.

For feedback, I have a few points and wish list items: 1) it would be nice to be able to set the individual "my home" screen on the default start screen rather than just the main index. 2) if I recall correctly, I could interupt writing a reply or post in Safari to take a call on the iphone and then go back to finish writing/editing. With the new app, if someone calls me before I finish the post I lose all the text/edits. That may be an iphone issue with multitasking but I don't recall that being a problem when using Safari. 3) Profiles on the app don't reflect what is in profiles on line. 4) there really is no need for a logout softkey on the main screen as just closing the app does the same thing. I'd prefer substituting "my home" or "subscribed" for example and relegating logout to the "more" section.

Excellent points there IT

 

[MikePA]

Glad you guys found the app, and are (so far) enjoying it. :thumbsup:

I personally use an Android phone and find browsing the forum on it to be slow and a bit of a hassle. Since iPhone was our most popular mobile platform, we started with that and yes, it works on the iPad the same.

Our developer is working on an Android app as well and expects it to be done by the end of fall.

Because of the small font in the device browsers (Safari, Atomic, iCab) on my iPhone4, and even on my iPad, I use my net book (Windows7 and OSX) or iMac to visit TBN. Since other family members were using the iMac and net book, I thought I'd use my iPad to visit. Imagine my surprise when I got the pop up message about the TBN client! The graphics, particularly on the iPhone4, are stunning and this is a much, much better way to read TBN. Even with the ability to stretch the screen on iDevices, the browser interface just doesn't work well for browsing. First class job!

 

[tommu56]

Glad you guys found the app, and are (so far) enjoying it. :thumbsup:

I personally use an Android phone and find browsing the forum on it to be slow and a bit of a hassle. Since iPhone was our most popular mobile platform, we started with that and yes, it works on the iPad the same.

Our developer is working on an Android app as well and expects it to be done by the end of fall.

Is a blackberry app on the horizon???

 

[MikePA]

Is a blackberry app on the horizon???

From the developer's website....

Currently, Forum Runner supports the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad. Future versions will include Android and Blackberry support.

 

[Muhammad]

Is a blackberry app on the horizon???

Yes, in the future but I don't know when. Android will come first I'm told.

 

[RadarTech]

From the developer's website....

Currently, Forum Runner supports the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad. Future versions will include Android and Blackberry support.

cool!!!
I use the DROID X now... and this is great news!!!

J

 

[Piston]

So how DO you post photos using the Iphone? It would be neat to be able to post a 'project' while your actually doing it. :thumbsup:

 

[IslandTractor]

So how DO you post photos using the Iphone? It would be neat to be able to post a 'project' while your actually doing it. :thumbsup:

When creating or replying to a post there us an "attachments" bubble in the left upper corner. Click it and you can access the library of photos on the iPhone itself and then attach it. Confusing because once you do that you then need to hit the oddly named "new reply" button to go back to your message to post it.