Techiest of Tech Apps: What You Need to Know

Many apps are uploaded to Apple's App Store and Google Play Store every single day. Now that it is 2019, it is worth bringing your smartphone or tablet up to speed with some of the latest and greatest programs.

 

For iOS and Android users that already know about these well known, must-have programs like Google Maps, Dropbox, Evernote and all of the rest, the following list provides a refreshing selection of newer programs that could transform any compatible device.

 

Here are a few of the absolute best programs you will want to consider downloading and making great use of the year.

 

Amazing variety of very funny gifs.

 

What We Do Not Like

Records voice only (can not add music).

 

GIF shows just for short duration.

 

It is no secret that people like to share GIFs everywhere online, giving rise to all sorts of different GIF manufacturer programs. Shabaam is a new one that takes the GIF tendency to another level by providing users the chance to spice up their preferred GIFs with some additional audio.

 

Just choose a GIF from the program's extensive GIF library and then use your device to record your voice (or any audio of your choice) to be dubbed over the GIF. The final product is a really short video (since it can not stay in .GIF format because of the audio) which you can save to your device or talk through other programs.

 

Social part gives insight into menus and restaurants that advertisements and sites can't.

 

What We Do Not Like

Would be more useful if users can specify a search radius.

 

Serving sizes given in g.

 

There are plenty of food and restaurant review programs there, but Bite attempts to take the hassle out of guessing which dishes and places are worth trying based on irrelevant details. Rather than having to endlessly navigate through generic menus and peruse through a lot of unhelpful reviews, Bite focuses on providing users with high quality imagery and information which truly matters.

 

Bite users are invited to discuss their experiences with dishes they have tried by utilizing applicable review choices that are focused on rating elements of flavor, quality and price. On top of that, the program lacks a great deal of the clutter that lots of other inspection programs have, which makes it easier than ever to find fantastic dishes and add to the community.

 

What We Do Not Like

Access to full choice of features and stories requires paid subscription.

 

Some stories unsuitable for young users.

 

Yarn is for the mobile user who wants something besides a cool video game to play or a terrific book to read. The app includes a huge library of tales told in text message format, like you were snooping through someone else's phone and studying their conversations.

 

Episodes/conversations are updated daily and users can enjoy stories from several classes such as mystery, horror, romance, comedy, sci-fi, dream and others. The free version of the program is quite restricted, but you can upgrade to a subscription plan for unlimited access to all features and stories.

 

Massive variety of sounds.

 

Easy searching for just the perfect sound.

 

What We Do Not Like

Icon packs no longer accessible.

 

If you really need to make your smartphone or tablet your personal, Zedge is the program you will want to use to personalize your device's ringtones, notifications and alert sounds. The program offers thousands of high quality sounds which are both free and easy to download.

 

Just browse through the categories or use the search function to search for a particular sound. From vague sounds to classic jingles, you may specify a custom ringtone for every individual on your contact list so you always know who is calling.

 

Automatically finds new episodes of podcasts that are followed.

 

Intuitive interface with plenty of handy features.

 

What We Do Not Like

Can't put together lists of episodes you want to hear.

 

Trim function is helpful but can lead to choppy-sounding play.

 

For your podcast listener who wishes to discover terrific podcasts and easily manage those they would like to obey, Pocket Casts is a superior app worth checking out. Browse podcasts by graphs, categories and networks, then add the ones you like to play episodes on the fly and produce your own playback queue.

 

The program always checks for new episodes so that you always have access to the latest from your favorite shows, with automatic downloading and custom filters to keep them organized. You can even customize your listening experience with powerful features including an up next choice, a quiet trimmer, chapters, playback skipper and much more.

 

Can pick the type and period of meditation desired.

 

Geared toward adults but also acceptable for children 3 and older, with adult assistance.

 

What We Do Not Like

Expensive.

 

Help and customer support are lacking.

 

Thinking about giving meditation a try? Calm is a free program geared toward novices -- offering brief, guided meditation sessions ranging from 3 to 25 minutes. Sessions focus on many different topics including anxiety reduction, stress management, improved sleep, breaking bad habits, cultivating gratitude and much more.

 

In addition to individual sessions you may choose and play individually, countless apps are available for users that are interested in a more long-term meditation challenge. There is also an option for unguided meditation sessions using a timer and 30+ calming nature sounds.

 

Effective at encouraging healthy routines.

 

Broad variety of patterns to pick from.

 

Gives estimates of how long each routine happens.

 

What We Do Not Like

Some users might find posts and queries distracting.

 

Requires single payment up front, as opposed to monthly.

 

Fabulous is a very fun and interactive custom app that will help you improve your energy levels, fitness, sleep, and endurance. Based from scientifically proven techniques, you will be challenged to complete a daily meditation, work, creativity, exercise and other kinds of self-improvement session that will assist you change your habits in as few as 19 days. You can also have the Alder security app and track what is happening at your doorstep and get push notifications when there is movement. It’s an amazing doorbell camera.

 

You will begin small with incremental goals that can allow you to grow your custom progress over time. Eventually, you will have revived rituals to your morning, workday and night routines.

 

Can replace bulkier programs like Photoshop for many applications.

 

What We Do Not Like

Some innovative features require paid subscription.

 

Whether you will need to design a new Facebook header photograph or wish to make a cover to release your Kindle ebook, Canva is your instinctive and free graphic design program that can help you do it in minutes. Upload your own images or choose from top stock photographs and illustrations before customizing your layout using the program's simple drag and drop feature.

 

Canva offers a vast array of different designs, free images, fonts, shapes, icons, graphs, lines, illustrations, grids and desktop options you can use to design your picture exactly how you want. When you are done, save it as a high quality picture to your camera roll/photo folder or discuss it directly through your preferred social app.