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Don’t just watch the 85th Academy Awards this Sunday – be there, virtually...

There are a slew of apps out there for Oscar buffs and some will give you the insider’s view:

• Oscars: This free app is from ABC Digital. You can read up on nominees, watch trailers and use your Backstage Pass to watch behind-the-scenes footage.

• Live from the Red Carpet is another free app from E! Online. You’ll get all the dirt on who’s wearing what, complete with the latest celebrity gossip.

• The Race to the Oscars is free from Hollywood Reporter and will feature live coverage, commentary and celebrity Tweets.