There are some great applications out there for your smartphone – and a lot of them are free to download and use. No matter who your carrier is, or which phone you have, you can find apps that appeal to your interests. Here are some that I use, or that have been recommended to me. I’ve also included the links so you can add them to your smartphone!
Any.Do – Organizing your life – Apple/ iTunes or Android
Cocktail Flow – because not everyone still has a copy of Mr. Boston De Luxe Official Bartender’s Guide in their liquor cabinet – Apple/ iTunes or Android
Dropbox – connect all of your devices (laptop, tablet, phone) and access all of your files in one place! (Did you remember to backup your data today? Dropbox does it for you.) – Apple/ iTunes or Android
FxGuru – add special effects to your boring home video – Apple/ iTunes or Android
Google Translate – This app translates text, symbols, and speech! – Apple/ iTunes or Android
IMDb – Best place to find out what your favorite actor/director/producer is working on this year – Apple/ iTunes or Android
NASA – lots of archives, links, pictures, and video – Apple/ iTunes or Android
Peppa’s Paintbox – because you’re still a kid at heart – Apple/ iTunes or Android
Shazam – you’re listening to a tune, but can’t remember the title? Shazam it! – Apple/ iTunes or Android
SwiftKey Keyboard – “super-accurate autocorrect and intelligent next-word prediction”. I’d like some of that! – Apple/ iTunes or Android
Twickets – lets you buy and sell extra tickets at (or below) face value. Scalpers go elsewhere! – Apple/ iTunes or Android
Weather Underground – one of the best weather apps out there – Apple/ iTunes or Android
Which apps are your favorites? Let us know in the comments below!
Chris Eddy of Geek For Hire, Inc. has been providing computer service to families and small businesses with Mac’s and PC’s for the past fourteen years. His company is highly rated by both the BBB (Better Business Bureau) and by Angie’s List. You can find more at www.GeekForHireInc.com. Geek For Hire, Inc. provides (Tier 3) onsite service to the Denver / Boulder / Front Range area and remote service throughout North America.
