Published: August 03, 2011

ATF Announces Updated App for Apple iOS, Release of Android & Windows Phone 7 Versions

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WASHINGTON, Aug. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) today announced the release of its mobile applications for Android and Windows Phone 7 devices, and an updated application for Apple iPhone and iPod touch devices. With the latest release of the iOS ATF app, developed in cooperation with NIC Inc., users will have the added ability to access information regarding firearms types and nomenclature. Android and Windows Phone 7 users will be able to learn about ATF history and areas of expertise, find their local ATF field office and sign up for e-mail updates on the latest ATF-related news.

"ATF is committed to making its mobile presence one that proves both educational to the general public and useful to our industry and law enforcement partners," said Scot Thomasson, chief of ATF Public Affairs Division. "The iOS update along with the Android and Windows Phone 7 versions are important steps toward that goal."

Version 1.12 of the ATF iPhone/iPod app is currently available for download on iTunes. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/atf/id408467237?mt=8. The Android version is now available in the Android Marketplace, and the Windows Phone 7 Version can be found at the Windows Mobile 7 Marketplace.

For more information on the ATF, please visit: www.atf.gov.

Contact: Public Affairs Division
(202) 648-8500

SOURCE Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives