iOS app with real-time updates from server: Socket (using streams) or Apple Push Notification service?

Question

I\'m trying to make an iOS 5 app that features real-time things coming from the server. It will only use these whilst the app is running.

To make it real-time without po

Answer 1

Sockets would be my choice. I do not know how time critical your application is, but sockets might perform better as APNs if realtime is a must.