Wikipedia 2.4.1
In the modern era this has become synonymous with browsing the immense database of Wikipedia, as it is the first choice for many users worldwide. Those who need this onto their Windows Phones have at their disposal a dedicated app that makes it easier to go through the encyclopedia than with a regular Internet browser.
Classy appearance for fluent browsing
The elegant look of this utility will catch your attention from the first run, thanks to its animated menu tiles and the smooth navigation through the menus and articles. The texts are easy to read and you can configure the theme and font size if you feel some adjustments are required in this respect.
The interface customizations are not too many, but you can still choose an accent color that you are more comfortable with, so the menu backgrounds or the tiles will seem more familiar to your eye.
Fast search and extra features for keeping and managing the information
Finding the information you need is a breeze thanks to the speedy search and, in case you want to see other related articles, using the built-in Bing suggestions can be a smart choice. When you come across really long articles, simply go for the "Sections" option from the menu shown in the lower part of the screen to move among the various parts a lot easier.
Through the geolocation function Wikipedia will be able to deliver relevant articles which relate to places and events near you. Also, you can add as many articles as you please to the favorites list and review the history of the recently visited pages from the dedicated section.
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Bottom Line
Design / UI9
Wikipedia has a really nice appearance and the well organized layout makes it possible for anyone to find the information they need and read it comfortably. The smooth navigation and animated live tiles are also on the list of advantages offered by this utility. |
Function10
Finding specific data and details about people, events and places is a breeze thanks to the powerful search. The geolocation function that helps users in discovering interesting facts and figures near their current position is a welcomed bonus everyone will enjoy. |
Security8
Phone and user information are not required while using the app, nonetheless it needs to access the identity of the owner and of the device, as well as the location services. |
Battery8
Wikipedia seems rather friendly to the handset's battery, as the energy consumption remains moderate mainly because Internet connectivity is needed to retrieve the articles. |
Price10
Offering free access to the large information database hosted by the well-known Internet encyclopedia is what this app is all about, so there are no complaints here. |
Compatibility9
Designed to befit Windows Phone 7.5 and higher devices, Wikipedia will work fine on handsets with standard screen resolutions. |
Specifications
- price:
- 100% Free
- current version:
- 2.4.1
- reviewed version:
- 2.4.1
- developer:
- Rudy Huyn
- category:
- SCIENCE & EDUCATION
- os version req.:
- 7.5, 8, 8.1
- age rating:
- N/A
- in-app purchases:
- No
- hits:
- 427