For most people it’s hard to remember how we got along without smart phones. Even more so it is hard to imagine how we got along without apps. Mobile apps are now available in a variety of interests and capabilities. Do you need to know how many calories are in your favorite fast food meal? There is an app for that. Do you need to know what movies are playing? There is an app for that. The list of apps goes on and on. From games to social network sites to financial help. Mobile apps can greatly aid in your everyday life.
So what if you don’t have a smartphone? You are still able to reap the benefits of apps! Now many devices give you access to downloading and using apps. Gaming systems, portable tablets, ereaders, and ipod touch are just a few devices that allow you to use apps. Each device has there own “marketplace” where you can download these apps. And when I say there is plenty to choose from, I mean plenty. Currently Apple offers over 691,959 apps for download with an average cost of $1.95. (1) Although most apps are free, some of the more advance apps or ones with license characters or themes can have a bigger price tag. The variety of apps is what is so appealing to most consumers. Games and helpful apps are there but there are now a wide selection of education apps that can help youngsters learn to read and even learn to write. (2)
So if you have yet to add to your app library, what are you waiting for? Start browsing your devices marketplace to see what apps best suite your needs. Don’t forget to check and see if your favorite store has an app! Most retailers will post special sales and coupons for apps only. So get tapping!
(1) http://148apps.biz/app-store-metrics/
(2) http://www.edweek.org/dd/articles/2011/02/09/02apps.h04.html