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Biography

Interactive history book

212 ratings
77 reviews
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 13, 2011
  • November 29, 2018

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Developer

Mohammed A AlNafisah
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About

Explore the lives of influential figures throughout history with this interactive book. Discover biographies, photos, audio, and illustrations of philosophers, scientists, artists, and more. Learn about their early lives, accomplishments, and lasting contributions.

✓100 biographies of eminent people
✓High-quality photos with audio
✓Interactive design
✓Easy-to-use interface
✓Detailed life events and quotes
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Biography. Based on 212 reviews and a 3.9/5 average, it highlights the 6 positives and 15 negatives reviewers mention most about this Books app.

Positive things

  • 🎨Visually appealing and attractive design
  • 👍Easy to use interface
  • 📚Good starting point for learning about historical figures
  • 🖼️High-quality graphics and images
  • 📖Comprehensive coverage of 100 influential people
  • 🎓Educational value for students

Negative things

  • ❌Numerous factual errors and inaccuracies in biographies
  • 📝Poor spelling and grammar throughout
  • 👥Severely underrepresented women (only 6-7% of profiles)
  • 📄Text too small and difficult to read
  • 🔤Text overlapping and layout issues on tablets
  • 💾Very large file size (~1GB) for limited content
  • 📋Lack of search function or index
  • 🔍No table of contents or proper navigation
  • 🎯Alphabetized by first name instead of last name
  • 📱No retina display support
  • ⚠️Superficial and lightweight biographical content
  • 🔊Missing audio features
  • ⏱️Noticeable lag between screens
  • 🌍Biased selection of historical figures
  • 📚Limited number of biographies compared to file size
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What's New in Biography

2.0

November 29, 2018

Biography now support iPhone & iPad.

User reviews

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Ok, but...

I’m using an iPad Air 10.5 and some of the text is still cut off or pasted on the screen in areas that are difficult to read or where it overlaps other text. It would be a lot better if the text was clearer and the layout was a lot smoother and less jumbled up. Hence why I’ve only given 2 stars. If it improves significantly I will update my rating but until then I’m sorry but the app is a total let down. Sort it please. !!! 👎
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Benidorm202208Benidorm202208

Great App! Date Incorrect

We love this app! I just wanted to let you know the date of Amelia Earhart’s birthday is 1897 not 1867.
Thank you for this easy to use app!
Keri McGuireKeri McGuire

Inaccurate

Not recommended at all.
The person doesn’t know history.
Apple-User.Apple-User.

It’s not a book ,

I thought it’ll be like a book . It’s a useless application
2toob2toob

Appealing

This app is very visually appealing and easy to use. I really like it and recommend it.

Having said that, I would also like to see more entries and more females represented too.
Ice clownsIce clowns
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Reported Bugs

12 issues

Text cut off or overlapping on iPad Air 10.5

Bug

Incorrect birth and death dates for multiple historical figures (Amelia Earhart, J.S. Bach, Adolf Hitler, Julius Caesar)

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Inconsistent dates within same biography

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Spelling errors and typos throughout

Bug

Grammatical errors and awkward phrasing

Bug

Low resolution and poor display quality

Bug

Screen orientation issues (portrait to landscape transitions)

Bug

No VoiceOver compatibility for accessibility

Bug

Repeated information across pages

Bug

Incorrect geographical information (Columbus/Hispaniola/Jamaica)

Bug

Biographical events not in chronological order

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App downloaded without user request/purchase

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Requested Features

14 requests

Add more biographies and historical figures

Feature

Include more women in the selection

Feature

Implement search functionality

Feature

Add table of contents and index

Feature

Increase font size options for accessibility

Feature

Add audio narration or music

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Provide links to further information and sources

Feature

Organize biographies chronologically

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Display names alongside portrait icons in menu

Feature

Add citations and sources for information

Feature

Include more diverse representation (religious figures, non-Western perspectives)

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Retina display support

Feature

Improve text layout and fix overlapping issues

Feature

Add accessibility features for visually impaired users

Feature

FAQ

What is this app about?

This app is an interactive history book that provides biographies of influential people who have changed the world. It covers individuals from various fields like philosophy, science, art, and politics, offering insights into their lives and contributions.

What kind of content is included in the biographies?

Each biography includes details about the person's early life, major accomplishments, significant life events, their death, and selected quotes. The content is enhanced with high-quality photos, audio accompaniment, and illustrations.

How much does this app cost?

Based on the provided information, this application is a paid app. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or advertisements, suggesting a one-time purchase for access to all content.

What are the system requirements for this app?

The app is specifically designed for the iPad, indicating it requires an iPad device for optimal use. Compatibility with other devices like iPhones or Android tablets is not specified.

Who are some of the people featured in the app?

The app features biographies of 100 eminent individuals, including figures like Albert Einstein, Marie Curie, Leonardo da Vinci, Abraham Lincoln, and many more from different centuries and fields of expertise.