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- Join Dave Lamb and Rattus Rattus inhistories most HORRIBLE quiz!- Pit your wits against the other contestants; can you win the mostvirtual Year Spheres?- Always remember to say 'OK' when asked to turn on the microphone,so you can play along!How to play• Download and install the app now to your iPhone, iPad or iPodTouch.• On loading, the app will say ‘Gory Games would like to access themicrophone’. Make sure you say ‘OK’ as this allows the app tolisten out for the TV programme and keep in time with the show.Please note this is just for your device to hear the show.• Check the schedule for the next episode of Gory Games on CBBC -and set a reminder.• When it’s show time, remember to launch the app and make sure theTV volume is UP.• The app will ‘listen’ for the specific episode and then connectautomatically.• Answer the questions correctly, beat the studio contestants andwin virtual Year Spheres.• Bonus spheres can be won by correctly predicting who will win inthe Time Sewer game• At the end of the show, find out if you’re a winner or destinedfor the smelly Time SewersTrack your scores across the series and play again on-demandusing the BBC iPlayer.This application will work with most current Android devices,including Samsung Galaxy tablets and smartphones (S2, S3, S4, tab 2and 3 and Nexus 7). (Unfortunately, some older and/or lowerspecification smartphones and tablets may not meet the technicalrequirements.)Gory Games does not collect any personally identifiableinformation from you or your child. This app will allow you toenter your child’s name and use your device’s microphone and camerahowever this information is only held on your device and is notaccessed by the BBC.The device uses performance cookies for internal purposes tohelp us to improve the app.Got more questions? Have a look at our Frequently AskedQuestions section on the CBBC website: http://www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/faq/hh-gory-games-faqFeedbackLet us know what you think about the Gory Games play-along app viathe CBBC website.http://www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/articles/contact-cbbc

Keep everyone happy in The Dumping Ground…You’re the Boss!The young people in the Dumping Ground have lots to deal with.Sort out their problems, make sure they have enough fun, buy themcool stuff and keep the house in order.If you love CBBC’s show The Dumping Ground, this is the game foryou!What’s in the app• All your favourite Dumping Ground characters (and Mischief thedog!)• Shop with cool stuff to keep your house happy• Choices to make and problems to solve• Exciting quests and unlockable surprises!Have more questions?Have a look at our Frequently Asked Questions section on the CBBCwebsite:http://www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/faq/dumping-ground-app-faqPrivacyThis game does not collect any personally identifiableinformation, such as your name or email address. This app may sendinformation about your system or device to Unity, a third partydeveloper. Please note that Unity operates its own Privacy Policyand Terms and Conditions, which are different to the BBC’s.For more information on the BBC's Privacy and Cookies Policy,please see http://www.bbc.co.uk/privacyTerms and conditionsFor details of how you may use BBC digital services to access, viewand/or listen to BBC content please go to http://www.bbc.co.uk/terms/.Feedback & ProblemsLet us know what you think about The Dumping Ground – You’re theBoss app via the CBBC website: http://www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/articles/contact-cbbc

Wherever you are, and whatever your plans,you’re always prepared with the latest weather forecast from BBCWeather.FEATURES:• Simple and clear design for easy access to our most detailed andup-to-date information• Search for locations (automatically added to your favourites), oruse your current location• See any Met Office severe weather warnings issued at yourlocation• Hourly forecasts with detailed information for the next 48 hrs(UK)• Look further ahead with 3 hourly forecasts (UK andInternational)• See most likely high and low temperatures, and temperatureranges, for days 6-10• Tap each hour for extra detail including Pressure, Visibility andHumidity• A day overview including Sunrise/Sunset times, UV, with Pollenand Pollution information for the UK• Swipe vertically to view all your favourite locations• Portrait and landscape modes• Support for 7" and 10" tablets, including hourly temperaturecurve in landscape mode• A variety of differently sized interactive home screen widgets,and in Android 4.2 a lock screen widget (widgets unavailable if appis moved to SD card)• Share the weather forecast on Facebook, Twitter, email andmore• Share favourite locations with a friend via NFC• Override the detected location, and select a nearby locationinstead• Accessibility for users of TalkBack text to speech• Designed and optimised for Android, and conforms to currentAndroid design guidelinesNote:• Ability to store the app on the SD card. Widgets will not beavailable if you choose to use this function. This is a feature ofthe Android system. If you cannot see any widgets in your list ofavailable widgets, in settings - manage applications, move BBCWeather from SD card to phone/tablet, and then restart yourdevice.• This app is currently not available for users in the ChannelIslands and Isle of Man. The BBC and Google are working to resolvethis issue.If you choose to enable the display of weather at your currentlocation [menu/show current location], the app will provide youwith weather information based upon your current location. Yourprecise location is kept on your device, and once the app hasdetermined the location of the closest populated location for whichweather information is available, your precise location is notaccessed by the BBC. No other personal data relating to you (suchas a username, email address or unique device identifier) is sentto the BBC - you can be assured of this, since the app does notrequest the "read phone status and identity" or "use accounts onthe device" permissions. Your information is anonymous,nevertheless the BBC will keep your information secure and notshare it with anyone in accordance with the BBC’s Privacy andCookies Policy, available at http://www.bbc.co.uk/privacy. You canchoose to disable the display of weather at your current location[menu/show current location], and then the app will no longerautomatically detect your current location.

BBC Mundo, more than the news in SpanishBBC Mundo’s distinctive content is now easier and faster to accessfor free on your Android phone.The app is simple to use, with stories in Spanish arranged intocategories covering Latest News, Latin America, World, Business,Technology, Science, Health, Society & Culture andVideos.You can also view all stories within the app in chronological orderor according to their popularity among the users.With the BBC Mundo App you can:• Keep up to date with the latest headlines• Read and watch the most popular news stories• Get in-depth features and analysis of big stories• Personalise the app, choosing the News categories that mostinterest you• Increase or decrease the story text size• Share stories by email, Facebook and Twitter• Read the top three stories from each category even when you'reoffline• Watch video content over Wi-Fi and 3G connectionsWe welcome your comments and feedback.App will run on v2.3.3 and above.The app will scale for any screen size but is optimum at small tomedium screens (phones up to 7inches)Some Android devices may experience play difficulties with certainvideos; if you experience this please try to download the h.264Main Profile codec or a player that supports it for your device orrefer to your device manufacturer.

BBC Russian, more than the news inRussianBBC Russian distinctive content is now easier and faster to accessfor free on your Android phone.The app is simple to use, with stories in Russian arranged intocategories covering Latest News, Russia, Economics, Science,Society, UK, Sports, Video and Audio.You can also view all stories within the app in chronological orderor according to their popularity among the users.With the BBC Russian App you can:• Keep up to date with the latest headlines• Read and watch the most popular news stories• Get in-depth features and analysis of big stories• Personalise the app, choosing the News categories that mostinterest you• Increase or decrease the story text size• Share stories by email, Facebook and Twitter• Read the top three stories from each category even when you'reoffline• Watch video content over Wi-Fi and 3G connectionsWe welcome your comments and feedback.

BBC Brasil, more than the news in PortugueseBBC Brasil distinctive content is now easier and faster toaccess for free on your Android phone.The app is simple to use, with stories in Portuguese arrangedinto categories covering Latest News, Brazil, Latin America,International, Economy, Health, Science and Technology.You can also view all stories within the app in chronologicalorder or according to their popularity among the users.With the BBC Brasil App you can:• Keep up to date with the latest headlines• Read and watch the most popular news stories• Get in-depth features and analysis of big stories• Personalise the app, choosing the News categories that mostinterest you• Increase or decrease the story text size• Share stories by email, Facebook and Twitter• Read the top three stories from each category even when you'reoffline• Watch video content over Wi-Fi and 3G connectionsWe welcome your comments and feedback.App will run on v2.3.3 and above.The app will scale for any screen size but is optimum at smallto medium screens (phones up to 7inches)Some Android devices may experience play difficulties withcertain videos; if you experience this please try to download theh.264 Main Profile codec or a player that supports it for yourdevice or refer to your device manufacturer.

Get the official BBC Voice UK app for 2016 -it's just like sitting in the big red chair. Play along live withthe show, and rate the performances. During the week play alongwith our interactive card game. You can pick and manage your ownVoice team and even challenge other Voice fans! Who would YOU turnfor?!Be a HomeCoach!During the week:· Listen to exclusive audition sneak previews from the nextshowDuring the show:· Play along! Sit in your own big red chair and hit your button ifyou would turn!· Rate the performances and create your own team in real time,right from home!After the show:· Play the card game with friends via Facebook and Twitter orchallenge other fans within the app· Swap your team cards around anytime in the ‘Your Team’ section,and play all week long!Pick Your Team:· Can you talent scout just like our star Coaches, Boy George,Ricky Wilson, will.i.am and Paloma Faith?· Add singers to your team by turning for them during the show (youhave limited spaces, so choose wisely!)· Or, after the show simply pick your team from the cardselection· Swap your singers anytime in the Your Team section· Each singer has a card value based on their Coach Turns,HomeCoach Turns, Latest Rating and Social Buzz· Once your team is complete, challenge friends all week longHow the cards work:· Coach Turns = the number of Coaches who turned· HomeCoach Turns = the % of HomeCoaches who turned while playingat home· Latest Rating = the rating all HomeCoaches gave for the latestperformance during the show, with new ratings each time the artistperforms· Social Buzz = the number of Facebook and Twitter followers, plusYouTube views of all Voice UK performance clips· Control the fate of your card’s value by rating performancesduring the show and promoting the artists’ Social Buzz feeds!· Your aim is to beat your opponent’s cards! Remember – highnumbers win! Good luck!Other great features…- ‘Latest’ section with ALL the performance clips, brand new 360Virtual Voice video content, exclusive videos with our Coaches,news, pics and backstage bits- Integrated Twitter feed- Leaderboard for the new interactive card gameBy downloading this app, you agree to the BBC's Terms of Use forApplications: http://www.bbc.co.uk/terms/additional_apps.shtml. Whenyou play this game, it will remember your actions using performancecookies and use your IP address in accordance with the BBC'sPrivacy and Cookies Policy: www.bbc.co.uk/privacy. Furtherperformance cookies are set by the BBC’s trusted external partnerdeveloping the app and are used to improve the app and the appdevelopment platform. Flurry is the technology used for thispurpose and you may opt-out out of this by following theinstructions at http://www.flurry.com/user-opt-out.html

Go CBBC is jam-packed with great games, funnyclips, full episodes and much, much, more- Play games, unlock achievements, surprises and secretstuff!- Watch full episodes of your favourite TV shows- Have a giggle at some great clips- Stay up to date with all the latest news and facts withNewsroundGo CBBC is the one-stop shop for all your favourite CBBCstuff!What’s in the app- NEW to GO CBBC: Deadly 60 – Deadly Defenders Game, -help SteveBackshall by using your deadly skills of defense to stop intrudersas they try to enter the camp.- NEW to GO CBBC: All at Sea: All at Breakfast Game, test yourtalents by helping with the breakfast rush at the family B&B -but remember to keep your cool in this fun filled, fast paced,frenzied game.- The Dumping Ground: Midnight Sneak game, guide your favouritecharacters from room to room without colliding, in this brand newDumping Ground game. Set your high score and unlock all the levels:Corridor Chaos, Total Tip Toe and Midnight Mayhem.- Plus even more games!Have a question?Have a look at our Frequently Asked Questions section on the CBBCwebsite:http://www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/faq/cbbc-app-faqPrivacyThis app does not collect any personally identifiable information,such asyour name or email address.The device uses performance cookies for internal purposes to helpus to improve the app. These performance cookies can be disabledwithin the app settings, under the “share statistics” toggleThere are three times where the app uses a webview to accesscontent from the BBC website (Newsround stories, video clips, andepisodes). In these instances statistics cannot be disabled, evenwhere turned off in the app’s settings, due to an issue with theweb platform. We are working to fix this, and will update the appas soon as this issue is fixed. If you’re unhappy with thesestatistics being collected, we suggest you don’t download the appuntil this issue has been fixed, and to download the app once wehave confirmed the platform team have fixed the issue.For more information on the BBC's Privacy and Cookies Policy,please seehttp://www.bbc.co.uk/privacy.Terms and conditionsFor details of how you may use BBC digital services to access, viewand/orlisten to BBC content please go tohttp://www.bbc.co.uk/terms/.Feedback & ProblemsLet us know what you think about Go CBBC via the CBBCwebsite.http://www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/articles/contact-cbbcGo CBBC Support.http://www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/faq/cbbc-app-faq

Check out our 3D CBBC Strange Hill Highadventure game!Mitchell, Becky & Templeton need your help in thisinteractive episode. Explore the corridors of Strange Hill High,meet the characters, and take part in four amazing mini games!Strange Hill High features:• All your favourite characters from the show plus a brand newcharacter!• A fully 3D version of the Strange Hill School for you toexplore• Four amazing mini games for you to unlock and replayHow to play:• Download and install the app• Hit start on the main menu to access the game• Follow the arrows to unravel the story• Use Becky's Bag to help you navigate the school and collectitems• Avoid Abercrombie to avoid getting detention• Play through each of the mini games to complete the game• Replay the mini games to beat your personal best scores• Collect all the achievements to be a star pupil of Strange HillHighGot more questions?Have a look at our Frequently Asked Questions section on theCBBC website:http://www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/faq/strange-hill-high-app-faqPrivacyThis game does not collect any personally identifiableinformation, such as your name or email address.For more information, please see the BBC's Privacy and CookiesPolicy, at http://www.bbc.co.uk/privacy.Terms and conditionsFor details of how you may use BBC digital services to access,view and/or listen to BBC content please go to http://www.bbc.co.uk/terms/.FeedbackLet us know what you think about the Strange Hill High Game viathe CBBC website.http://www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/articles/contact-cbbc

BBC Türkçe, more than the news in TurkishBBC Türkçe’s distinctive content is now easier and faster toaccess for free on your Android phone.The app is simple to use, with stories in Turkish arranged intocategories covering Latest News, Business, Sport, Science andTechnology, Health and Life.You can also view all stories within the app in chronologicalorder or according to their popularity among the users.With the BBC Türkçe App you can:- Keep up to date with the latest headlines- Read and watch the most popular news stories- Get in-depth features and analysis of big stories- Personalise the app, choosing the News categories that mostinterest you- Increase or decrease the story text size- Share stories by email, Facebook and Twitter- Read the top three stories from each category even when you'reoffline- Watch video content over Wi-Fi and 3G connectionsWe welcome your comments and feedback.App will run on v2.3.3 and above.The app will scale for any screen size but is optimum at smallto medium screens (phones up to 7inches)Some Android devices may experience play difficulties withcertain videos; if you experience this please try to download theh.264 Main Profile codec or a player that supports it for yourdevice or refer to your device manufacturer.

Get the news that matters to millennials,brought to you by BBC Radio 1 and 1Xtra’s news team. The Newsbeatapp will make you laugh and make you think. We’re first withstories which affect you, music and entertainment news, socialtrends and big interviews. We cover politics, money, jobs,technology, gaming, clubbing, student issues, sexual health andanything else you’re interested in.Stories are arranged in categories including latest, mostpopular, music, entertainment, tech, sport and - "you what?"The BBC Newsbeat app offers the following:Interactive cards for browsing and sharing storiesTop stories and latest headlinesFeatures and analysisNews clips embedded in storiesSocial media posts such as tweets, Instagrams and viral videosembedded in storiesShare news stories to social networks or by emailRefresh controls to see the latest stories and updatesNo personal data relating to you (such as a username or emailaddress) is processed. To analyse and improve the app, it also usestechnologies similar to performance cookies used by the BBC. Youcan alter your settings for this on the device. The BBC will keepyour information secure and not share it with anyone else inaccordance with the BBC’s Privacy and Cookies Policy, available athttp://www.bbc.co.uk/privacy.

Can you beat Ludus at his own games and win your ticket back toEarth?Play along live with the show on the CBBC channel or at any timevia BBCiPlayer.Can't get to a TV? Play the games and earn power ups on the goany timein the Levels of Ludus.

Be a Wolfblood and run wild in CBBC's 3D gameof the hit series!Control your very own Wolfblood: smash, run, leap, creep andhide! Collect the wolf-scent, choose your path through the moors,the village and more to find collectibles and upgrade yourWolfblood abilities.NEW UPDATE!Follow Rhydian, Tom and Shannon through Stoneybridge and getinvolved in an all-new comic book Wolfblood adventure. Take part inthe TV series story to unlock and control all your favouriteWolfblood characters, and some new ones…Choose your way, run with the pack!How to play:- Download and install the app- Press ‘Story Mode’ or 'Wolf Out: Run!' on the main menu to startthe game- Swipe left or right to change path- Swipe up or down to jump and duck- Tap to smash objects!Have more questions?Have a look at our Frequently Asked Questions section on theCBBC website:http://www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/faq/wolfblood-app-faqPrivacyThis game does not collect any personally identifiableinformation, such as your name or email address. This app may alsosend information about your system or device to Unity, a thirdparty developer. Please note that Unity operates its own PrivacyPolicy and Terms and Conditions, which are different to theBBC’s.For more information on the BBC's Privacy and Cookies Policy,please see http://www.bbc.co.uk/privacy.Terms and conditionsFor details of how you may use BBC digital services to access,view and/or listen to BBC content please go to http://www.bbc.co.uk/terms/FeedbackLet us know what you think about Wolfblood – Shadow Runners viathe CBBC website.http://www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/articles/contact-cbbc

Travel with the Doctor, control a Dalek andface the Cybermen in a new BBC game!!!Journey with the Doctor and his unlikely Dalek companion in a questthat spans the galaxy. Find the Orb of Fates before the Doctorsgreatest foes destroy earth once and for all.Have more questions?Have a look at our Frequently Asked Questions section on the DoctorWho website:http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/2b62C10Jxc5VfSDdHXZhjwn/the-doctor-and-the-dalek-faqSound issues?We have investigated thoroughly with our supported devices andthere are no technical sound issues with the BBC Doctor Who: TheDoctor and the Dalek app. However some devices use the 'sideswitch' to either lock the screen orientation or to mute sounds –this is customisable in the settings on your device and may be thesolution for a few unintentional sound issues for people.PrivacyThis game does not collect any personally identifiable information,such as your name or email address. This app may also sendinformation about your system or device to Unity, a third partydeveloper. Please note that Unity operates its own Privacy Policyand Terms and Conditions, which are different to the BBC’s. Formore information on the BBC's Privacy and Cookies Policy, pleasesee http://www.bbc.co.uk/privacy.Terms and conditionsFor details of how you may use BBC digital services to access, viewand/or listen to BBC content please go tohttp://www.bbc.co.uk/terms/.

Sacré bleu! Help the snail dodge the cookingpot, escape the chef and climb the Eiffel Tower in this great newBBC game, designed by the winner of the Appsolute Geniuscompetition!Le Dude the Escargot – that’s a snail to you and me - is happilydreaming of a lovely, juicy lettuce leaf… But what’s this? TheEiffel tower chef wants Le Dude as the main ingredient in hisspecial dish of the day!Oh no! Escargot, ESCAPE!!!Don’t forget to look out for Hacker T Dog and Steve Backshall,they’re here to help you on your way!** ENDLESS MODE COMING SOON **Have more questions?Have a look at our Frequently Asked Questions section on the CBBCwebsite:Sound issues?We have investigated thoroughly with our supported devices andthere are no technical sound issues with the BBC Appsolute Genius:Escargot Escape Artistes app. However some devices use the 'sideswitch' to either lock the screen orientation or to mute sounds –this is customisable in the settings on your device and may be thesolution for a few unintentional sound issues for people.PrivacyThis game does not collect any personally identifiable information,such asyour name or email address.This app may also send information about your system or device toUnity, athird party developer. Please note that Unity operates its ownPrivacy Policyand Terms and Conditions, which are different to the BBC’s.For more information on the BBC's Privacy and Cookies Policy,please seewww.bbc.co.uk/privacyTerms and conditionsFor details of how you may use BBC digital services to access, viewand/orlisten to BBC content please go to http://www.bbc.co.uk/termsFeedbackLet us know what you think about Appsolute Genius: Escargot EscapeArtistes via the CBBC website.www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/findoutmore/contact-cbbc

A video-rich interactive guide to theorchestra for 7 to 11 year olds that complements Ten Pieces, BBCMusic's exciting new initiative to open up the world of classicalmusic to a generation of children. Barney Harwood from Blue Peterintroduces the families of instruments, and professional musiciansfrom the BBC National Orchestra of Wales explain how theirinstruments work and make sounds. Children can test their knowledgewith fun quizzes and learn some basics about music notation in aninteractive game with the motif from Beethoven’s 5th Symphony.Unusual facts about the instruments will engage young readers. Alltext is voiced by Barney so can be listened to as well as read.Contains:Interactive guide to the orchestra.Film introductions to the families of the orchestra presented byBarney Harwood.
Engaging video explanations of the instruments featuringprofessional players of the BBC NOW.Sounds of all the instruments to encourage recognition.
Four instrument sound recognition games.
Music notation game that enables the user to write the famousopening motif of Beethoven’s 5th Symphony and hear it played byeach instrument in the orchestra.With full screen videos throughout, this ebook offers anengaging and interactive exploration of the instruments in asymphony orchestra.

Just tell the app what kind of music you’reinto, and it’ll serve up a curated stream of exclusive livesessions, interviews and playlists from your favourite presenters,programmes and events.The BBC Music app lets you…- Check out audio & video of live performances from BBCsessions.- Follow BBC Playlists from your favourite shows, presenters andevents.- Save tracks for later and listen in full on Deezer, Spotify orYouTube.- Find any track you’ve heard on BBC Radio in the last sevendays.Download the app now to start discovering more of the BBC Music youlove.

An interactive virtual reality fairytale for all ages with spatialsound. In a magical forest, a young child stares into the eyes of afantastical creature and together they embark on an unforgettablejourney. Since its premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival, TheTurning Forest has been captivating audiences around the world withits award-winning spatial audio and delightful visuals. Wearheadphones, and use the controller to make music with the monster’steeth, the birds and fish, and the icicles. The Turning Forest VRexperience was created by VRTOV and BBC Research &Development’s audio team. The sound was adapted from an originalsoundtrack commissioned for “S3A: Future Spatial Audio for anImmersive Listener Experience at Home”, funded by the Engineeringand Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC). 1. Play it safeWhen you’re playing The Turning Forest VR experience, please besure to follow any safety info from the manufacturer and/orsupplier of the device you’re using. Also, don’t use The TurningForest VR experience if you: • Are under the age rating • Arepregnant • Have consumed anything that may affect your balance •Have (or have had) a medical condition, like binocular visionabnormalities, psychiatric disorders, seizures or a heart problem.Make sure you’re in a safe place, preferably seated, and be awareof your surroundings. Stop using The Turning Forest VR experienceimmediately if you feel: • Nausea • Eye strain • Dizziness • Anydiscomfort. Don’t take part in any activities where you need tofocus straight after using The Turning Forest VR experience, or ifyou feel slightly dazed or confused. 2. Terms By downloading andusing The Turning Forest VR experience, you agree to the BBC’sterms of use, http://www.bbc.co.uk/usingthebbc/terms-of-use/ We’llkeep your personal information safe. To read BBC’s Privacy Policygo to http://www.bbc.co.uk/privacy The Turning Forest VR experienceis for your personal, non-business use only. The terms of GooglePlay store apply. The app is published by BBC Media AT (BBC MediaApplications Technologies Limited) which is a wholly ownedsubsidiary of the BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation). Fulldetails of BBC Media AT are available on the Companies Housewebsite at: http://data.companieshouse.gov.uk/doc/company/07100235