The MobiTV iPhone app is one free way to watch shows from FoxNews, Comedy Central, NBC Sports and other programming most of itrecorded -- on your phone. The free app, downloaded 1 million timesfrom the Apple App Store, gives you live news from ABC News Now,and for $10 a month (or less) you get much more to watch, includinglive sports from ESPN Mobile.
The good things about it? It's so convenient and cool to watchlive MLB games on the go. World Cup, NHL and NBA finals werecarried too. Plus, there's no need to fiddle with your computer, asyou do with other apps that stream video from your hard drive. Agreat selection of programs will please just about anyone, fromkids to reality-show junkies. With the free app, you can try it tosee if you like it.
On the other hand, loading time can be irritating when switching from channel to channel, especially if you're using a 3G network. (Wi-Fi makes video run a tad smoother too, but your battery life will suffer.) Some users complain of dropped connections or intolerable loading times and no way to get refunds. The response from MobiTV, a name that has been in cell phone videos for quite a while: 'We're working on it.'
The app is free for the limited version, $10 a month for a wider selection of programming, including more live TV. More info at mobitv.com.
MobiTV is available from the Apple App Store.
