Don't-Miss Stories

Plague Inc. for iPhone and iPad

App Guide: Political convention apps

macworld.com

With the political conventions kicking off this week, these apps can keep you up-to-date on all the latest election news between now and November.

Any.do for iPhone

TechHive: Why you should play W.E.L.D.E.R.

techhive.com

Think you're pretty good with words? Ayopa Games's W.E.L.D.E.R. will test your word power, Dan Moren says.

App Guide: Celebrity chef apps for iOS devices

macworld.com

You've seen them display their culinary talents on TV. Now carry their recipes and tips with you on your iOS device, with these cooking apps and restaurant finders.

Amazing Alex for iPhone and iPad

App Guide: iOS preparedness apps

macworld.com

These iOS apps can help you track changing weather conditions and formulate a plan in the event of a natural disaster.

The Act for iPhone and iPad

App Guide: Traffic monitoring apps for iOS

macworld.com

These iOS apps can tell you about any hold-ups or bottlenecks that might crop up en route to where you want to go.

TechHive: Why you should play Tiny Tower

techhive.com

iOS games come and go, but Tiny Tower has kept its place on Philip Michaels's iPad. Find out why he likes this mobile sim game.