( CNN ) -- Last year 's inaugural live stream of the Super Bowl got its fair share of criticism , but it did set a precedent for how technology can affect our enjoyment of the year 's most-hyped sporting event . This year , Sunday 's big game is once again being streamed live online for those who ca n't camp out in front of their big-screen TVs . Between streaming options , mobile apps and social media chatter , there are plenty of options to take part in what 's become a national pastime : eating unhealthy food , joking about the commercials and tuning in to what everyone hopes will be a great game . Whether you 'll be watching the San Francisco 49ers take on the Baltimore Ravens at the Superdome in New Orleans , hosting a viewing party or watching solo , here are five ways tech can help you kick off a better Super Bowl . 1 . If you 're watching online . Super Bowl XLVII itself begins at 6:30 p.m . ET and will be streamed on CBSSports.com and NFL.com to laptops , tablets and smartphones . On CBS 's stream , fans can choose from four camera angles to get a better perspective on the action , follow along with a curated Twitter feed , and check out the commercials as they air on TV via an interactive gallery . Real-time statistics and game highlights will also be available . Beyonce 's lip-syncing at President Obama 's inauguration last week has raised the stakes on her Super Bowl halftime performance . But so has the fact that it 'll be the first one to be live-streamed online . ( No pressure , Bey . ) For the record , she says she 'll be singing live this time . 2 . If you need to make a beer/soda/chicken wing run . The best-case scenario is that you 're well-stocked with snackage and drinks well before the pre-show starts at 6 p.m. and do n't have to move an inch until the final whistle . But in case you must tear yourself away from your TV or laptop , there are some mobile apps that 'll suffice in a pinch . ESPN ScoreCenter will keep you up-to-date on each play and is available for Apple , Android and Windows devices . If you want to keep it team-specific , both teams in Sunday 's game have free mobile apps equipped for the iPhone , Android and BlackBerry . The 49ers Gameday Live app offers team news , real-time statistics and an integrated Twitter feed , while the Ravens roll out stats and news via their official app and mobile site , which hosts live scores . If you 're a Verizon Wireless subscriber with an iPhone , there 's also NFL Mobile , which offers live video of the Super Bowl . 3 . If you 're on Twitter . As anyone knows if they 've watched a live national TV event with their phone or tablet recently , the best commentary can happen on Twitter and Facebook . The official hashtag to follow is # CBSSuperBowl , although others are sure to pop up during the game . Social-media monitoring company Sysomos has put together this handy infographic of game-related handles to start following . The list includes some obvious choices , like the Twitter feeds for both teams ( that would be @ Ravens and @ 49ers ) , but also those who follow football closely , like Sports Illustrated 's Richard Deitsch , Bleacher Report 's Ty Schalter and Matt Loede of NFL Gridiron Gab . For the official word on the game , the New Orleans Super Bowl Committee has its own Twitter account . HLN 's website recommends 49ers tight end Vernon Davis and quarterback Colin Kaepernick , along with Ravens wide receiver Torrey Smith and kicker Justin Tucker , as top picks for Super Bowl players who are active on Twitter and photo-sharing app Instagram . Considering her upcoming Super Bowl commercial is already one of the game 's most buzzed-about ad spots , we 're going to throw in model Kate Upton as well . 4 . If you 're in New Orleans . If you 're attending the game , you 've clearly got your viewing problems solved . But there are still a few apps that can make your New Orleans stay more enjoyable . HLNtv.com : Entrepreneur helps you experience N'awlins the right way . Thanks to the results of the Codemkrs Super Challenge , which pulled together developers and programmers for a weekend of Web app creation , there are four apps in particular that you might find useful . The first-place winner was Eat Now ! New Orleans , which helps steer you toward restaurants that are n't completely booked . NolaParks helps you locate outdoor activities , parks and playgrounds , while GigsGuru zeroes in on places to find live music . And if you have a great experience with a server , you can share it on HeartBucket , which not only highlights the act of kindness for all to see but also alerts that person 's superior . Verizon subscribers can check out the Super Bowl XLVII Guide app for the iPhone , which includes a breakdown of Big Easy restaurants and music venues in addition to official game events . 5 . If you 're watching alone . Watching the game by your lonesome does n't have to be lonely . The TOK Football app for the iPad allows you to chat with up to four of your friends while watching the game . And the `` social sports book '' OnSports app for the iPhone help you connect with other fans .
From livestreams to apps , tech tools can help you enjoy Sunday 's Super Bowl . Super Bowl XLVII will be streamed on CBSSports.com and NFL.com to mobile devices . TL;DR The NFL is making a big push for its new streaming service that lets fans watch the game online or via their phone. The game begins at 6:30 p.m . ET Sunday in New Orleans .