iphoneAnyone who has ever tried WeatherBug Elite for the iPhone is likely already aware of what a full featured, rich in functionality program it truly is. That being said, it’s still nice to see others in the media give WeatherBug’s hardworking developers the props they deserve.

Recently Laptop Magazine did a print piece in which WeatherBug was among their choices for most useful iPhone apps. The article accurately described how WeatherBug Elite utilizes the iPhone’s GPS technology to give you immediate weather conditions almost anywhere you happen to be at the moment.

The author of the piece also enjoyed WeatherBug Elite’s map functionality, with the option to zoom in developing severe weather as it’s happening in real time. With strong admiration of the various layers Elite’s maps provide, it was clear why Laptop magazine chose WeatherBug Elite above and beyond all of the countless other weather apps for the iPhone platform.

At a price of $0.99, this is a weather application that’s accessible to anyone with a dollar to spend. Best of all, once this is installed, it could very well save your life should you find yourself in the middle of severe weather situation without any access to TV or radio. WeatherBug data is live, nearby and accurate.

If you are interested in trying the WeatherBug Elite iPhone app, you may do so from the iPhone app store. In addition to this paid option, WeatherBug also produces a free ad-supported alternative as well.