Great except for search bar font color
Everything about this is amazing however having a yellow search bar and white font make it’s extremely hard to read. That is the o lot thing I wish would change.
Update Needed
The app has not been optimized for iPhones without a home button. I know the developer says the app will be discontinued soon so I doubt it will get an update for this. It’s an app with great information and makes reading the books less daunting as I have a way to reference maps and create a good mental image of where the characters are at.
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Indispensable reference to Tolkien’s universe
I’ve been referencing the web version for years, but the mobile app is thoughtfully designed and facilitates quick look-ups. If you are a serious Tolkien devotee, this app is a no-brainier.
Awesome app
The Silmarillion put me off reading Tolkien for years but this app was a handy reference that opened up JRRT’s amazing world to me.
Keeps crashing
Probably needs an update
Super Tolkein reference
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A Must Have
Any time that I’ve entered Arda, I have this encyclopedia at the ready. The wealth of information contained here is invaluable.
Great App
Excellent. Must have if you are a real Tolkien fan.
Truly helpful, thank you!
I want to get into the Tolkien-verse, but am a slow reader and find the idea of reading ALL of the books very intimidating.
Thiz app is so helpful. It seems quicker so far than going online to look through the different sites. AND the quick links to all of the other articles involved are soooooo nice.
For example: I wanted to learn about the Balrog, found it easily. In learning about it, I found out that they're ancient spirits. So I clicked on that. And so forth haha. It's so easy to get sucked into the lore.
Thiz app is so helpful. It seems quicker so far than going online to look through the different sites. AND the quick links to all of the other articles involved are soooooo nice.
For example: I wanted to learn about the Balrog, found it easily. In learning about it, I found out that they're ancient spirits. So I clicked on that. And so forth haha. It's so easy to get sucked into the lore.
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Would be 5 stars, but UI is clunky and slow
I think at this point in the apps development, it’s makers need to focus more on the UI. Simply put, it’s 2022 and this app operates like an app from 2012. I hope this review can be the nudge out of the hobbit-door the devs needed to get to work on an overhaul of the UI making way for a smoother user experience. Especially if users are being charged a $1.99 annual fee for “live updates”. I understand the information is being updated and I’m thankful for that, but I don’t think the UI should be overlooked.
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Wonderful Application
Very influential in understanding Tolkien’s creation.
Not worth $5
App looks like it was designed 10 years ago.
Perfect for hardcore Tolkien geeks
If you have any interest in your edification of Middle-Earth content I highly recommend this app. Further it may be helpful to have this app handy while reading the books.
Crashes after update
Latest up (June 2021) should be avoided. I updated and when I open the app and to select a letter to get list of items or select recent entries it crashes and closes the app down. I tried removing app and reinstalling but no help. Helpfully a fix coming soon.
UPDATED - I uninstalled app, reinstalled and it did a massive update. After that I worked great! My iPad version updated with no problem.
UPDATED - I uninstalled app, reinstalled and it did a massive update. After that I worked great! My iPad version updated with no problem.
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Update broke app
The most recent update 29-JUN-21 broke the application such that it is no longer usable. Disappointed as this is one of my favorite apps to browse in my spare time. Will update rating once fixed.
**UPDATED** Quick turnaround fix. Back to functional.
**UPDATED** Quick turnaround fix. Back to functional.
Great
I love this App. It’s one of very few that I pay for. Well done layout and extensive in it’s information. Having the maps pop up is awesome. I am in the middle of rereading the Silmarillion and this app is open during.
Wow, just what I needed!
It’s a daunting task, much like Frodo and Sam’s, tackling the vast world of Arda. From the complication of times and names and places, it’s very easy to get lost.
If only there was an easy to use app that was worthy of the name of Tolkien.
Well, Encarda is it. Quick and efficient with maps aplenty, it is a wonderful app to keep one up to date to fully enjoy the width of Tolkien’s vision.
Now note: the app is 5 bucks but has a 2 dollar fee to get updates. It is worth it!
If only there was an easy to use app that was worthy of the name of Tolkien.
Well, Encarda is it. Quick and efficient with maps aplenty, it is a wonderful app to keep one up to date to fully enjoy the width of Tolkien’s vision.
Now note: the app is 5 bucks but has a 2 dollar fee to get updates. It is worth it!
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Great app
Wonderful resource!
Update created problems
Recently this app updated. My subscription was good until July of 2020. After the update, it prompted me to renew and showed that my subscription has been expired since July 2019. So my subscription renewal didn’t follow through and now maps are not loading. Why is there no way to contact someone if you are experiencing problems ? Perplexed !
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Excellent quick reference!
I’ve been “studying” LOTR for many years using numerous references materials. This app has been a welcome addition! I like that the developers have been very thorough in explaining there sources and are open to discussions about their work. I have just begun using it and already I appreciate the dedicated work done here. I raise a tankard of ale from “ The Green Dragon” to them all!
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