Whether you’re just hanging around your back yard, going to the beach, or waiting to set off a huge cache of fireworks, there are always a lot of fun things to do over the Independence Day holiday in the U.S. Here are some apps that can help you enjoy the fun during the holiday.
Grilling: Weber’s On the Grill (US$4.99 – separate apps for iPhone, iPod touch and iPad). One of the staples of the holiday weekend is the family barbecue, with friends and family enjoying the outdoors and stuffing themselves with grilled delectables. The app has 250 classic recipes, an additional 40 recipes for rubs, marinades, and sauces, and more. You can store ingredients from any recipe in a grocery list for quick shopping, send the grocery lists to others (good if you’re sharing the picnic duties), read tips on grilling, and even watch short grilling videos.
Last, but not least, there’s a grill timer right in the app that tells you when to flip that steak. I personally use this app with my Weber Genesis gas grill and it’s a winner.
Sun protection: Coppertone MyUVAlert (Free). If you’re going to the beach or spending time outdoors, this free app can help you with sun protection. Enter a location, and you get a local UV index forecast and recommendations on what sun protection gear to use. The app works for the entire family, since you can get sunscreen product profiles for every family member. You’ll never forget to reapply sunscreen, since the app creates reminders based on product, activity, and personal preferences. Me? I’ll just stay inside and have a beer or three.
Read more: TUAW.com
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