Raptr releases free iPhone app
Raptr is one of the gaming social networks that seems to have some staying power -- the idea is that you can broadcast and track what and when you're playing, and the network will share all of that information with your friends as it happens. Raptr has just introduced an iPhone app that allows you to check in on all your friends and their gaming habits from anywhere, and even send messages across to Xbox Live with just one inbox.
The app is free on the App Store, but if you're brand new to Raptr, you'll want to head over to their site and create an account first (and probably pick up the desktop client, too, although it's Windows-only at the moment). If you're already a Raptr user, then there's no reason not to have this app.
That said, a few recent App Store reviews say the app has a problem with friends list loading. I didn't see any issues, but be warned. I'm sure the Raptr team is hard at work on fixing any issues that come up.
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It should be noted that Sony has done something (I'm not a techy guy) with their update a while back and it basically blocked sites from being able to record the information. It will track your Xbox 360, Steam and other stuff fine but it will not update your PS3 because of something on Sony's end which is a shame. I believe you can do it manually but whats the point. It's basically useless if you only have a PS3 or want to track your PS3 stats.
First we get lame avatars, then we get plain and dull gamer cards (compared to the 360's that show your last game and other detailed stats) and now we can't even use sites like this to share our progress. Anyway thanks for the heads up TUAW!
Any compare/contrast to Playfire? I've been using them for about a year now, and I don't see a need to switch to another gaming social network. There are some /serious/ benefits to using Raptr over Playfire for me to consider.
October 16 2010 at 2:35 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyActually, TUAW, this isn't new. The iOS app has been out for a while now, but they just updated it. ;)
October 16 2010 at 2:32 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyI've been using Raptr for several months to track my time spent gaming and achievements earned. It's a neat service. I go by the ID "Morganis on Raptr, if anyone wants to add me.
October 16 2010 at 2:20 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyI added ya as a friend. RandyWatsonJr
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