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5 Best Joomla Apps for the iPhone
Written by Louise Baker   
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If you've ever had to build a website or an online application, you likely already know about Joomla. While Joomla has all the advantages of an expensive content management system, it remains free and open source. Joomla is one of the most widely used content management systmes around and there are loads of new Joomla websites going live every day (this morning we noticed on Twitter another new Joomla website launched: Christian Stuff) Using Joomla not only means that a variety of customizations and extensions are available, but also that you can access Joomla on just about any platform you can imagine - including the Apple iPhone. Here are what we consider to be the five best Joomla apps available in the App Store:

Joomla Admin Mobile!

When it comes to Joomla apps for the iPhone, Joomla Admin Mobile! or JAM!, if you like the clever acronym is the contender to beat. JAM! is directed mainly towards admins, so the focus is on being able to add or block users, keep the forums organized, and perform similar tasks. JAM! also lets you find specific articles on the go with advanced filtering and search options. With more features than we have space to get into, many will find Joomla Admin Mobile! well worth the $9.99 price tag.

BlogPress

BlogPress has no shortage of loyal followers, which is certainly in no small part due to wide array of platforms supported by the app. Platforms supported by BlogPress include WordPress, Blogger, Movable Type, and - you guessed it - Joomla. BlogPress sports a clean layout and all of the main blogging features, such as the ability to add and edit posts. For only $2.99, it is a great value.

JoomlaDo

JoomlaDo was the first Joomla app approved for the App Store. Though it is primarily aimed at very experienced web developers, many less experienced users will still find JoomlaDo useful for quickly referencing member information on the go. JoomlaDo allows users to not just track down member information, but also quickly reply via email. It isn't feature-rich, but it is lightweight and what it does, it does well. For only $0.99, it is certainly worth checking out.

SHPO the Webstore Backend

If you're an eCommerce owner and you use Joomla to manage your online store, SHPO the Webstore Backend might just be the app for you. SHPO is focused entirely on the ins and outs of running a business, wherever you happen to be. This app lets you check orders, respond to inquiries, and access customer data anywhere where you have 3G access. The demo version is free to try, and the full version of SHPO the Webstore Backen is available as an in-app purchase for $9.99.

PlexiJmobile

PlexiJmobile is certainly not the most powerful app in this list, but it is dead simple: from the app's homescreen, users can easily add or edit Joomla content, upload photos, and edit or block users. The best part? PlexiJmobile is completely free.

What is your favorite Joomla iPhone App?

Does this list have any glaring omissions? Let us know!

Louise Baker blogs about getting an online degree at Zen College Life. Her most recent post looked at the best online schools.
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September 15, 2010
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Hey,

Its a good read, thanks for reviewing the apps. I would like to draw your attention to one of latest app which is in market these days. Its iJoomer-Socio which interacts with JomSocial component of Joomla to bring the community websites to iPhone. You can add this application in your next review.

Regards,

Dave.

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October 27, 2010
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Good article - if you are looking for a native iphone app that syncs content with your joomla 1.5? website check out twitter http://twitter.com/joomlaiphone - it is one thing making a website that can be viewed on mobiles via a browser and it is another making a native app for the app store. The trick is to open your site to new markets.

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