Sunday, November 4, 2012

10 Favorite Free Apps You May Not Have

From falling asleep faster, to effortless music listening, to saving money, there's the perfect app for all of your needs.

1) IM+
Developer: Shape Gmbh

Google Talk, Facebook, and other less well-known chatting tools can be accessed here. Fun features of changing the background and message tones make this app even better. You can designate a certain length of time to stay connected to the service, see when friends are typing in your chat and sync settings between all apple devices using iCloud. 

Click here to get the app

2) Gasbuddy
Developer: Gasbuddy Organization, Inc.

Perhaps you have heard of the website, but did you know there was an app? The simple interface makes finding the cheapest gas to fill up on the fly a simple task!

Click here to get the app

3) Accuweather
Developer: Accuweather, Inc.

Also, website-derived.... the clean app brings more detail and illustration to weather forecasting than the pre-installed weather app. You can view maps and video for those who would like that sort of information. My favorite detail is the humidity percentage and real-feel, which truly make a difference when it comes to choosing appropriate clothing and hair-styles. 
4) NPR
Developer: NPR

Even if you can't stand to sit through hours of news every day, there's an app to keep you generally informed of issues and events all around the globe. With the hourly newscast, you'll get to hear the highlights in right around 5 minutes. when you find an extra minute, there are stories available to listen to or read right at your finger-tips. You can make a playlist of stories to listen to at work or on a long drive or tune into your local NPR station with ease. 
5) Mint
Developer: Mint.com

This is an app that could change your life! It makes budgeting fun. If you use plastic more than cash, it is such a breeze to see exactly where your money is going, by tracking all transactions and categorizing them. You can set budgets, make goals and view your progress. You can add all credit cards, loan and bank accounts to get a clear view of your debts and assets. This app is a companion for mint.com which is awesome. By syncing between iPad, iPhone and website, you can always account for every cent!
6) Vocabology
Developer: Thatwith.me, LLC

Everyone can use a little self-improvement. In the days of texting, emoticons, acronyms and broken-qdown language, let us all remember the wide world of words that still exist. You'll get a new word each day from the dictionary you choose. This is helpful for expanding vocabulary in a new language, too!
7) Songza
Developer: Songza Media, Inc.

You want to listen to music but not sure what you want to hear? This "music concierge" could be a great fix! Just open up the app for suggestions based on the time, day, and activity. With a sleep timer, clock view, and optional facebook sharing, you will wonder how this app is still free!
8) Urbanspoon
Developer: Urbanspoon

Ok, so maybe you do have this already...  but it has to be on the list because it is great. No matter if you are in your home-town or a brand new city, you can find eats to fit your taste and budget. There is a random selection tool if you are in the mood to experiment. Included are reviews, prices, and hours that the restaurant is open, and a menu if you're lucky.
9) iDream
Developer: George Talusan

Looking for a gadget that will help you sleep better but don't feel like paying for a new fancy machine? You can simply put this free app on your iPhone or iPad for a quick fix. There are different themes included such as white noise, pink noise, ocean, rain, etc. It has done the trick for me more than once for me and just might do the same for you.
10) Crackle
Developer: Crackle, Inc.

Free movies and shows that are updated every month or so. The selection ranges from classics to relatively new in all genres. As always, you can't beat free.

Click to get the app

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