When it comes to America’s birthday, everyone starts thinking about what they’ll be throwing on the grill. But there are also plenty of ideas about what you can throw on your tablet or smartphone.

Whether you need to tend a burger to perfection, pick the right wine, or work up a stand-in fireworks display in case of rain, there’s an All-American mobile app ready to serve its patriotic duty.

We’ve found a few lists, each with ideas as cool as a tub full of longnecks.

  • PadGadet profiles six apps that address everything from presidential history to preserving party photo-booth antics.
  • eWeek recommends 10 iPhone apps, including some cool vintage 4th greeting cards, a Revolutionary War tactical game, and even some recipes worthy of a proper Independence Day feast.
  • AppAdvice has nine fun apps that include one to help you pick the perfect brew, a weather tracker to stay ahead of any storms, and one to help you call a cab if too much celebration means handing over the car keys.

We plan to try a few out tomorrow. And from all of us at App47, we wish you a safe and happy Fourth of July!