Mobile apps can offer smartphone users a world of convenience at their fingertips, from accessing a mobile bank account online to remembering the shopping list. Read on to discover the top ten apps that will change the way you live.
There are so many great mobile apps out there that it's difficult to choose just ten - what are your top apps that you just can't live without?
There are so many great mobile apps out there that it's difficult to choose just ten - what are your top apps that you just can't live without?
Mobile apps can offer smartphone users a world of convenience at their fingertips, from accessing a mobile bank account online to remembering the shopping li... more
1
Stay Connected
Keep in touch with friends and family, both near and far, for free with an app such as Viber. As long as you are connected to the internet, you can call or message anyone in the world and your new messages will appear on your phone in a style similar to a standard text message so you can't miss them. Keeping in touch has never been so easy!
2
Manage money on the move
Sign up to access your bank account online and download a mobile banking app to move money, pay bills and manage your accounts on the go.
3
Go your own way
Find your way around, out of or into new places with Google Maps. Check out the current traffic on your commute with real time updates and easily navigate the quickest way from A to B. Visiting a new city? Google Maps can guide you to recommended local restaurants, shops and attractions and will even show you how to get to the nearest petrol station.
4
Don't forget the milk
Remember the Milk is a task management app that allows you to make lists that sync with your phone, computer, calendar and email account. Get reminders via email, SMS or instant message and share your task lists with others so they can lend a hand!
5
Make fitness fun
Download a fitness app such as Endomondo Sports Tracker and keep your very own personal trainer in your pocket. Track your outdoor sports such as running and cycling and manually add workouts such as weight training to stay motivated and see your progress. See your route on a map, get audio feedback at specific distances and even get live pre-recorded pep talks from your friends and family!
6
Be untouchable
Protect yourself and your family as well as your personal information with an app such as Snap Secure. This mobile security and antivirus subscription based system can be installed on unlimited mobile devices for up to five people. The app includes a host of security features including the facility to remotely wipe and lock your phone if it's stolen and the option to keep an eye on the location of family members throughout the day.
7
Never miss a moment
A news aggregator such as Pulse News can bring all your favourite news sources together into one handy, user friendly app. Choose the stories you want to see from a list of topics and sources or go for one of Pulse's pre-designed packs for all the latest goings-on in the worlds of current affairs, technology, music, fashion, sports and more.
8
Don't get caught short
With your phone can measure length, distance, height, direction and sound all in one handy app. Turn your phone into a mobile metal detector, sound level meter, ruler, compass or torch and never be left in the dark again!
9
Name the tune
How often do you hear that song you love but miss the name of it? Frustrating isn't it? Download an app such as Shazam for instant song identification and find and listen to all your favourite unknown songs from TV shows, adverts or the radio.
10
Fun photography
Instagram is a fast and beautiful way to share your photos with friends and family through SMS, email or a social network. Choose from a number of different filters to alter the look and feel of your photos, then crop, zoom and change the focus of your picture. More than just a standard photo editor, Instagram can turn your photos into works of art before sharing them instantly with the world.
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