8 Apps You Should Install On Your New Phone

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Find my Device 

Whether you have an iPhone or Android device, you’ll find that there are a variety of apps available for you to choose between. It can be difficult to decide which apps are essential and worth taking up your phone’s precious memory. This task can be particularly confusing after buying a brand new phone and being faced with a clean slate and having to start from scratch.

For that reason, we’ve put together a list of 8 of the most important apps you should install on your new phone to make your life better!

1) Google Drive

Google Drive

Google Drive is a cloud storage service that is very popular with many phone users. This app is very useful and allows you to store your documents and media on Google servers, protecting your phone from additional clutter.

This way you can have ample free space in your hard drive and you can access your stored files and media from any device having an internet connection. This app is free of charge and gives you access to all Google’s services including Gmail, YouTube, Play Store and so on. Google Drive app is available on both Android and iOS devices.

2) WhatsApp

WhatsApp

WhatsApp has more than 2 billion loyal users all over the world. It’s completely free of charge and allows you to chat with your friends and family using just an internet connection. It’s a popular chat app and is accessible in most of countries and also provides voice and video call services, nationally and internationally.

It is easy to download this app and only requires your phone number for verification, though you will need to be connected to the internet to send messages and make calls. WhatsApp is available on both Android and iOS phones. Installing this app on your phone is a must to stay connected with your friends and family no matter where you are.

3) eBay

eBay

This is a shopping app which allows you to buy and sell electronics, clothes, beauty products, home appliances and much more. A variety of top brands are also associated with eBay and it is considered one of the best online marketplaces for shopping straight from your phone. eBay offers their users the best mobile phone deals along discounts in fashion and beauty products. Installing this app on your phone is a must if you enjoy online shopping.

4) Google Maps

Google Maps

This is an online map from Google. The Google Maps app is free of charge and is available for Android as well as iPhone users. Installing this app on your phone is very beneficial since it will give you the directions for virtually anywhere, as well as useful info like transit times and traffic congestion. You just need to fill the address of your destination, business or landmark and this app will give you a step-by-step and turn-by-turn directions.

This app can also estimate the total time to reach your destination and give you an idea of the traffic you might encounter on your way. Google Maps is a must to install on your phone since it provides maps for almost every country in the world.

5) Kindle

Kindle

This app is available for both Android and iPhone users. If you are a voracious reader then installing this app on your phone is a must. Amazon Kindle app gives access to a wide range of eBooks on your phone. The advantage of reading on a Kindle app is that you can adjust the screen brightness, font sizes and background color while reading, avoiding eye-strain while giving you access to all your favourite books from your phone.

6) Find my Device 

Find my Device 

Find My Device is a Google app which is free of charge. This app allows Android phone users to remotely track, lock or erase the data on a lost or stolen phone. It can locate your phone only within a certain distance. This app is great if you want to protect your data stored in your phone from getting into the wrong hands.

iPhone users can install the Find My app which is available on iOS devices and can even use it to help you find your device when it’s offline.

7) Netflix

Netflix

Netflix is a highly popular entertainment app with both Android and iPhone users. This app lets you watch your favourite shows or movies. They have a wide variety of movies and shows belonging to various genres. This app uses your phone data or Wi-Fi connection to connect you to their vast collection of entertainment.

The app is free but you’ll need to subscribe to be able to watch Netflix and the subscription fee varies according to your location and membership plan. This app is essential for any avid TV fan or movie buff.

8) Uber

Uber

The Uber app allows you to hire a ride for a reasonable cost in many parts of the world, although Uber services depend on its legal status in your country and city. The Uber app provides individual as well as group rides and you’ll be notified of your estimated fare before booking your ride.

The app also provides you with the car and driver details for better security, while letting you track the car driver’s arrival on the app map. Features include UberPool which allows you to share your ride with other riders to save money. This app is available for Android as well as iPhone users.

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