Te best Tolkien reference app
The best Tolkien reference app
Live update not working and app freezes
Not sure if this is a result of the latest iPadOS version 15.6.1 or because the app has not been optimised for the latest iPadOS version (I have no issue with other apps so I suspect the latter) but it is just not possible to do a Live Update ($1.99 per year). The pop-up comes on but clicking on the button does nothing. You can close the pop-up window but the app actually freezes after that, so you need to close it and open it again to access its contents. Also, it is very slow to load, though once it does then there are no further delays (presumably because all the content has been loaded). As is, it’s difficult to recommend for an iPad although the content is very good - but this is a review of the app itself. Since it still works partially, it gets 2/5.
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No recover password option?
This app is fantastic. There’s simply nothing better out there. Would you please update it so that your password can be recovered or reset via email? Thanks.
Best of the best
You can’t find a better way to waste time, I promise.
Awesome middle earth info!!!
As a long time Tolkien fan in both gaming like the lord of the rings online to all the books this is am awesome app!!!
Comprehensive guide for any Tolkien fan
I’ve been using this encyclopedia since well before anyone had heard of smart phones. A great resource, in-depth, wide-ranging and a whole hell of a lot of fun.
Must have for any Tolkien fan!
I can't say anything more, it's excellent! A great companion for new readers as well!
Great app for the Middle Earth fan!
Wonderful app. Great price for getting updates. I get so excited when I check once a week or so and get new updates!
I would like to see the third Hobbit movie guide included in the app since it exists on the web version.
I would like to see the third Hobbit movie guide included in the app since it exists on the web version.
I love this labor of love!
Having read LOTR a double digit number of times over several decades, how could I not?
One UI glitch bugs me a bit.
In the A to Z lists of names, after reading an entry, the back arrow takes me to the TOP of the section. E.g. Go to the "G"s, scroll to Gwahir, look up Gwahir, hit the back arrow and you're back to the top of G.
One UI glitch bugs me a bit.
In the A to Z lists of names, after reading an entry, the back arrow takes me to the TOP of the section. E.g. Go to the "G"s, scroll to Gwahir, look up Gwahir, hit the back arrow and you're back to the top of G.
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Functional, Not Attractive
While the reference material is useful, the application looks a bit dated. The small font and the light-on-dark color scheme makes it hard to read. Pictures & maps mediocre. This could be so much more with a bit of a facelift. Seems to be updated only once or twice. A year at this point.
Excellent!
I have used encyclopedia of Arda for years and this app is great for accessing all the rich work that Tolkien did. Nice job
Missing out on updates cuz don't have iOS 9
I can't upgrade my old iPad cuz it doesn't have room for iOS 9 or above. Upset cuz stuck with old outdated version of Encyclopedia
UPDATE: I contacted the developer & they responded immediately with a solution. Fantastic customer service!!
UPDATE: I contacted the developer & they responded immediately with a solution. Fantastic customer service!!
All you need.
There's so much more to middle earth than just the events of the Lord of The Rings. So many people, wars, incredible acts of daring and bravery in the face of immense adversity. Whomever created this app did an outstanding job putting together all the references found therein, it's helped me come to understand and appreciate Tolkien's world so much more.
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Great resource!
Excellent resource for any Tolkien lover.
A rock solid resource.
Overall, this is an amazing guide to help you while reading through the world of Tolkien. Keeping track of all the names and places can be difficult to navigate and this is a great quick reference when you need some clarification. I only wish that some of the articles were more in depth. For example, the article on Yavanna Kementári is far too brief for my taste. It explains nothing of her part in the creation of Ents, or the Two Trees, or the Sun and the Moon. If only it were expanded, or it could be user edited... this would truly be a masterful resource.
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Love it!
I have referenced this encyclopedia since before the films came out and I know that it must be a real labor of love for the creator. I was thrilled to see it transformed into an app.
Some day it would be great to see interactive maps incorporated!
Some day it would be great to see interactive maps incorporated!
More than makes up for the missing maps in iOS Silmarillion?
Was bummed at first to not be able to find maps in the Silmarillion, but this app provides every kind of map and reference you could want. A fabulous companion to any of the books!
Perfect
Just what I wanted. Search or browse to find any info about Middle-earth, complete with references to original sources.
Praise Illuvatar!
I've been using the Encyclopedia of Arda for years, and when I recently got an iPad and saw this app, I didn't hesitate to download it. It is perfect for the Tolkien fanatic on the go. So basically, stop reading this review and download this app immediately!
Good
Serves as a decent quick reference for those already familiar with the mythology. In other words, if you read the books comprising the mythology, you will realize the value of the app. If you don't, you won't.
