I promised a while back to go through the apps in my (then) new iPhone 4. This is a list of my favorites and why. These apps are probably not all available on BlackBerry or Android. Also, note that the apps are divided into categories, and those are the folders I keep them in on my phone screen. Some of these programs are standard and cannot be removed even if you do not want them. All of these are free downloads unless I have mentioned otherwise. Oh, and yes, the background picture is the newest addition to our family, Bailey, our little Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppy!
Outside of folders:
Phone - The calling function of the phone has speed dials, recent calls, contacts, keypad and voicemail.
ToodleDo - The best to-do list program I have found so far. Apple just came out with the Reminders app, but it does not have enough organizing options for me to switch to it. ToodleDo is extremely customizable and I can get exactly what I need from it in terms of view, reminders, dates, notes, etc. This program cost $1.99 when my wonderful boyfriend gifted it to me :)
Mail - The email program where you can connect personal and enterprise email accounts to receive and send messages.
Messages - The texting program to send SMS and MMS messages to other cell phone users.
Calendar - The calendar uses your Outlook, iCal, and Google Calendars to show you any and all schedules you have saved on your computer or online. This program is great because you can see all of your appointments in a list or for the day or month, and now if you change the orientation of the phone you can see week view! This addition has made scheduling much easier.
Safari - The internet browser. My mom really appreciates that I have this when she needs a research question answered on the go!
School:
inClass - This is a great app to organize your coursework. I have all of my assignments entered into it because it sends you reminders about upcoming assignments and it also uses a calendar to show you all of your coursework for the semester. You can also save notes to particular classes containing text, voice, photos or other file types. It is also a great way to store syllabus information in an organized fashion because you can add class details for all the classes you add and also add teachers and their details.
Grades 2 - This is a grade calculator that uses your previous GPA data to calculate overall GPA while allowing you to track current grades for your classes in a more detailed format. Add each class and the different syllabus items with their weights along with their due dates. Once you receive a grade for an assignment, add the grade to the program and it tells you how you are doing in the class!
Notes:
Dragon Dictation - This records your voice and converts it to text. I really like to use this when brainstorming so that I can say my thoughts instead of trying to keep up with them by typing. It is not perfect, but it learns as you go.
CamScanner - This allows you to take a picture of a document and reshape it to look as if you scanned it flat (it removes the angle you took the picture). This is handy when you need to copy someone's notes but do not want to make them wait. This way you can just snap a picture, reshape, and hand them back their notebook.
Voice Memos - An audio recorder that can record long segments of audio. Great for lecture classes that do not have many notes written on the board. Also great for recording long meetings that you might need to reference comments from later. Never use recordings of others without their permission though! I only use these for my own reference when I know that I will need to go back over someone's explanation afterwards.
Social:
Facebook - If you use Facebook this is a decent app to stay up to date. Personally I am not crazy about Facebook, but I have some notifications set up to alert me about personal messages and posts to my wall so that I do not miss anyone trying to contact me on Facebook rather than emailing.
Viber - This application allows you to call others who have the program no matter where they are in the world with no international calling charges. This is great for those with friends or family overseas. This program also has text message capabilities.
Skype - This app allows you to use the video chat program through your phone. This means that you can use your phone to video chat with anyone using Skype no matter if they are on their phone or their computer.
HeyTell - This app allows you to send voice messages easily to others who use the program.
WhatsApp - This program is another useful tool for travelers because it allows you to send text, photo and video messages free anywhere in the world using an internet connection. When I bought this program to use with my boyfriend when he was overseas in Hong Kong it cost me $1.99. Definitely worth the price.
Location:
Google Maps - This app allows you to use your current GPS location to search your area map or get directions. I cannot tell you how many times I use this program in a week, but it has definitely saved me on numerous occasions. Cannot recommend this enough! If you are using it for directions, you have the option of getting directions by car, public transportation, or for walking. It also uses the addresses you have saved to your contacts so you do not have to type them out every time.
Tip Calculator - This tip calculator allowed you to adjust the tip percentage and number of people splitting the bill easily. If you eat out in groups often like we do, I would recommend this app.
Light - This app uses the flash in the iPhone 4 camera as a flashlight. This has been very useful on the occasions where I have found myself in the dark! It also will signal SOS if you are having an emergency.
Entertainment:
Netflix - If you have Netflix, you can watch the online streaming movies on your phone! This is a great program when you are stuck somewhere waiting.
Kindle - Kindle allows you to read books on your phone. There are many free books and they download straight to your phone.
YouTube - Just like Netflix, YouTube videos are a great way to pass the time when you are stuck waiting around.
Pandora - Pandora is a music service that uses songs or artists you like to play channels of music related to those songs or artists. I use this more than the iPod function of my phone.
SoundHound - This amazing app allows you to find song information by either allowing the program to listen to the actual track or you can even sing the song to find it!
Games:
Monopoly - If you like Monopoly, this is a very cute, interactive version. I believe it cost me $0.99.
Tiny Tower - This game is surprisingly addictive. I currently have 45 floors and 80 bitizens. Check out the Bitbook if you download this app: it is adorable.
Temple Run - This running game has fun goals, achievements and skills to unlock.
Sudoku - A great game to keep your mind sharp :)
Angry Birds - This was also gifted to me from my boyfriend. Very addictive. You throw birds towards fortresses built by pigs that stole eggs from the birds. Costs around $0.99.
RacePenguin - Very silly game where you guide a penguin over slopes to avoid getting eaten by a polar bear.
Family Feud - Play the famous TV game show on your phone! Unfortunately, it is very difficult to play without connecting it to your Facebook account.
Scrabble Free - Play Scrabble against a friend or random opponent.
Tracking:
Closet - I have my entire wardrobe saved in this app. It allows you to save each item into a category and add them to outfits also separated into categories. Very customizable and comes with a calendar function that allows you to save outfits to specific dates. Also has a packing list function.
YOGA Free - This app has a prepared yoga program with a picture of each move as you go with calming music playing along. You can also design your own program using the catalog of poses.
Passwords - This app saves your passwords in one place so that you do not need to have them lying around on a piece of paper. Allows you to save everything organized alphabetically so you will never forget them. Saves so much time when trying to remember your different logins. It also will generate random passwords for you.
Well that is the list! I know it is rather extensive, but they are the ones I recommend to my friends. Hope you enjoy them too.
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