# The umpire

> Digital scoreboard and indicator for sports with Bluetooth score sharing. (iPhone/iPad app by Universal Software Engineering.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-umpire/id481573386 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Universal Software Engineering](https://appshunter.io/developer/441727498)
- Category: Sports, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 5 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2011-11-28
- Data updated: 2026-06-06
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-umpire/id481573386/reviews.md

## What is The umpire?

Summary
Do you still scorekeeping with a pencil and paper?
Easy scoreboard "The umpire" is available on iPhone and iPad.
"The umpire" will control both score and indicator.
Indicator will notice you the count updated by vibration.
It's so cool to stay Up-To-Date on the match, isn't it?

See with large  single screen!!
"The umpire for iPad"( paid app) is available on AppStore NOW.


Function:
・Indicator - Ball, strike and out count.

・Scoreboard -Keep time and score for each innings.

・Bluetooth
      Chief umpire and other members can share the score and count via Bluetooth.(With in 30~50m/32~54yd)

Bluetooth connection procedure
1.Bluetooth "On" In iPhone/iPad

2.Launch the application of the person to be the umpire,
  and then press the BT button at the top right

3.Question "Connect BT" Select "YES"

4.Question "Umpire or Team?" Select "Umpire"

5.Select "OK”

6.Complete the Umpire side

7.Team side Preparation

8.Question "Connect BT" Select "YES"

9.Question "Umpire or Team?" Select "Team"

10.Select "OK"

11.Complete the Team side

12.Wait for 10-20 seconds

13.Connection complete when BT button becomes blue

## Key features

- Score and indicator management
- Innings tracking
- Bluetooth score sharing
- Vibration notifications for count updates
- Large single-screen display

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-umpire/id481573386/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Well made all around

*2013-09-16*

Simple user interface, easy to pickup and use! With plenty of flexibility to correct your scoring and other mistakes quickly!

## Frequently asked questions about The umpire

### Does The umpire have ads?

No, The umpire does not contain advertisements.

### What devices support The umpire?

The umpire is available on iPhone and iPod devices.

### How does The umpire handle score updates?

The umpire manages ball, strike, and out counts, and also keeps time and score for each inning. It can notify you of count updates via vibration.

### Can multiple users share the score with The umpire?

Yes, The umpire supports Bluetooth connectivity, allowing the chief umpire and other team members within 30-50 meters to share the score and count in real-time.

### What is the age rating for The umpire?

The umpire has an age rating of 4+.

### How often is The umpire updated?

The umpire was last updated on October 2, 2017, with version 2.3.0.

### What is the user rating for The umpire?

The umpire has a rating of 4.5 stars based on 2 user ratings.

### Is there a paid version of The umpire?

Yes, a paid version called "The umpire for iPad" is available on the App Store.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.3.0 — 2017-10-02

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Bug fixes

### 2.2 — 2014-01-09

Changed positions on the score/indicator screen.

### 2.1 — 2013-12-21

Revised Minimum OS Requirements

### 2.0 — 2013-12-18

Bluetooth connection

### 1.0 — 2011-11-23

No release notes.

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