The official Web site of the state of Alabama has announced the release of the free “alabama.gov” iPhone application, available immediately through the Apple App Store and iTunes. The application allows users to take advantage of the advanced capabilities of the iPhone and iPod Touch interface, making business with government even more convenient and accessible.
Some features of the application include:
- Full site and state employee directory searches
- Access to state maps (parks, educational references, public services) through Google maps
- News feeds, Alerts and Twitter
- iPhone optimized version of the award-winning www.alabama.gov
The alabama.gov application provides a quick reference to state agencies, services, maps and current news for the State. The application makes it easy to locate online government services through a simple search interface or through topical browsing. The www.alabama.gov Web site has over 800,000 visitors each month and the new iPhone application will provide another gateway for citizens to interact with government.
