Binge is a movie tracking app that warns you of jump scares in real time

A fresh contender in the realm of movie and TV tracking apps, Binge, comes from the innovative indie developer known for creating unique applications such as Mammoth and Bulletin. This app boasts an intriguing feature that alerts users to impending jump scares as they watch. By leveraging Apple's Live Activities functionality, which delivers real-time notifications to the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island, Binge sets itself apart in a competitive market. To activate this feature, users simply tap on the clock icon on the jump scare detail page at the start of a movie. Binge also allows you to filter the alerts to focus solely on the most significant scares. While it enters a landscape dominated by established apps like Letterboxd, TV Time, and Trakt, Binge aims to carve out its niche by utilizing Apple-exclusive capabilities such as iCloud sync and Live Activities. The app is designed to serve as a comprehensive solution for tracking movies, TV series, actors, streaming platforms, networks, and production companies. Users can expect to find essential information about their favorite films or shows, including release dates, descriptions, trailers, cast details, reviews, genres, and runtimes. Additionally, Binge simplifies the process of discovering where to watch specific titles, a crucial feature in the ever-shifting landscape of streaming content. Binge goes beyond typical tracking apps by incorporating data from various external sources, aggregating ratings from Rotten Tomatoes, IMDb, and Metacritic. It also creates a parental guide that outlines content specifics such as violence, sexual themes, and language. Users can rate their watched films and shows, sync their experience with Trakt, browse personalized recommendations, and even create custom collections to organize their viewing preferences. Moreover, Binge offers in-app customization features, including the ability to add tags, use widgets on the Home and Lock Screen, and even integrate with calendar tools. The app is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and Mac, available for free download. However, access to premium features, including the jump scare alerts, requires a subscription priced at $1.99 per month or $17.99 per year, or a one-time payment of $49.99 for lifetime access. With its unique offerings and a focus on enhancing the viewing experience, Binge is set to become a must-have tool for movie enthusiasts.