'American Idol: The Game' hits iPhones

Over on the L.A. Times Tech Blog, Appiphilia blogger Michelle Maltais talks about a new app for Idol fans. She writes:

What's a couch-bound Idol addict to do until January? Apparently, Electronic Arts and the producers of the popular variety show competition think you should try your hand at sliding your way into the "American Idol" top spot with a new iPhone app: American Idol: The Game. This is the show's second foray into the app world.

Initially, when I saw the game, I cleared my throat and sat up straight. My hope was that you'd somehow have to sing into your phone, like a karaoke version of the Ocarina app, and do battle with friends and judges.

Unfortunately, I have to wait a bit longer for that dream to come true. This game is more about timing, agility and the accelerometer than tone, interpretation and meter.

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