30 apps that will come in handy on every Android smartphone

30th place: Clean Master Lite

This app removes unused files from your smartphone - so you keep order and get rid of garbage that eats up the memory of your Android device. Clean Master Lite removes app cache and frees memory from unused running apps. Also, there's a function to analyze the performance of your device and the files on your SD card, and an antivirus to check the files you download. The AppLock feature allows you to block access to Facebook, texting, contacts, a photo gallery, and any other apps.

 

29th place: AirDroid

With AirDroid, you can sync your Android device with your personal computer without a single wire. The only thing you will need for this is the appropriate version of the program on your PC. You can download it from the official website of the program. At the same time, it should be noted that many useful options, such as copying not only files, but also entire folders, are available only for Preemium accounts, which means that the manufacturer intentionally cuts the functions of the free version.

 

28th place: RIA Novosti

It's always worth having a picture of what's going on in the world. With the free RIA Novosti app, you'll always be up-to-date with the latest news. But here, too, was not without the peculiarities of the free news feed, in which it is not very convenient to adjust the font.

 

27th place: Adobe Acrobat Reader

AdobeReaderC with the Android version of Adobe Acrobat Reader you can now open and view documents in PDF format on any Android phone and tablet.

 

26 place: Yandex.Maps

The popular mobile application Yandex.Maps has a high accuracy of positioning on the ground, a unique system of laying and guiding on the route, and has a convenient search for objects on the map. For plotting and routing the program needs the Internet, but you can download a map of the desired area in advance to use it offline. The map has all the objects of infrastructure, including gas stations, workshops, banks, stores, cafes, theaters, etc. In addition, the function of displaying traffic congestion - Traffic jams - is also very useful. In 3D-mode of the map when following the route there is information about traffic lanes.

 

25th place: WPS Office Lite

The free office suite WPS Office Lite helps you review documents sent to you via email, as well as typing new text and spreadsheet files. It's probably the best replacement for Microsoft's Office.

24: Evernote

Evernote

Those who place a high value on being well organized can rejoice in the free app Evernote. It lets you create, edit and retrieve notes for offline use, as well as make voice memos. You can also import the resulting images into the app and then process them with Skitch.

 

23rd place: Snapseed

SnapSeed .

Snapseed is a versatile image optimization app suitable for beginners and experienced photographers alike.

 

22nd place: SoundCloud.

You can legally listen to several million songs for free from SoundCloud's streaming service, and the service automatically downloads content to your smartphone and allows you to play tracks offline if the Internet isn't available.

 

21st place: TripAdvisor

TripAdv .

To avoid getting into a hotel that will disappoint you, just check out the many TripAdvisor app user reviews beforehand. It's not just hotels you can choose from. You'll also find ratings for restaurants and other recreational activities.

20th place: Instagram

Instagram

Instagram is a social service based on photos that people share not only in a tight-knit group of friends, but also create entire communities. Although the format of the photos posted is painfully frustrating with the "square" aspect ratio (you don't need a second eye to view them), people have to put up with this, as it has become the de facto standard in this social network. Here you can pump up your photos: 20 effects are available, with which you can give your images a style, such as Gotham. During the test, this worked out seamlessly and quickly. The photo is then given a short title, the current GPS location is attributed, and there your friends already see the photo news on your Instagram app.

 

19th place: Google Translator

Free Google Translator scores points above all else with its very powerful online translation engine that allows you to translate staxt on photos and videos, as well as real-time voice recognition. Notably, the app can also work offline. There is probably no better universal translator than this one.

 

18th place: Gismeteo lite

GisMeteo .

With the free Android app Gismeteo lite, you will be aware of the weather situation in your region and the 10-day forecast. With the GPS location function, you will be immediately informed where you are.

 

17th place: FBReader

E-book reader FBReader is one of the best applications in the segment of digital reading. Here you'll find a convenient catalog of books by author, title and topic, and a wide range of accepted formats and even a book search on the expanses of Internet storages. You can also sync with your chosen cloud storage so you can read books on all your devices, smartphones and tablets, from wherever you left off.

 

16th place: AliExpress

The mobile version of AliExpress allows you to pick up bargains every day not only from China but also from Russia.

 

15th place: Netflix.

NetFlix .

Even if you don't have a huge Smart TV nearby, Netflix works on both your smartphone and tablet.

 

14th place: QR and barcode scanner QR and barcode scanner

Photograph and compare: with the company's QR and barcode scanner, you quickly get independent product information right on your Android smartphone. With the integrated scanner, you can take a picture of the code that is located on almost every product. This can be a European barcode (EAN), a two-dimensional barcode (QR) or an International Standard Book Number (ISBN). The product and all available information about it, such as price and customer reviews, will quickly appear on your smartphone.

 

13th place: OneFootball

The OneFootball app won't be useful for everyone, but on a soccer fan's cell phone it will be very useful: with its help you'll get information about individual matches and more.

OneFootball .

Here you can also get detailed reports on all major European championships, Champions League, Europa League and cup competitions. With this app, you'll never miss a game.

 

12th place: Google Chrome

Chrome .

Everyone probably knows the desktop version of Google Chrome. Google itself has released a mobile version of its popular browser for Android smartphones, which only works on devices with Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) and later versions.

 

11th place: VLC for Android

VLC

VLC for Android - like the original, stands out for its support for a variety of audio and video formats.

 

10th place: Snapchat

SnapChat

Through Snapchat, you send photos to your friends. The trick is that all the pictures you send will only appear for a few seconds, and after that they are automatically deleted. Thus, through Snapchat you can seamlessly send the most daring selfies and then not worry about the consequences.

 

9th place: messenger WhatsApp

WhatsApp

The WhatsApp app, surprisingly, is probably used by many of your friends and acquaintances. And all because when you install it, it scans your entire phone book and automatically enters it into a database located in far away America on some CIA server. And if someone has you in the phone book, then your number is in this extensive file cabinet. That is, by installing this app, you can surely find your acquaintances there and chat with them, organizing, for example, a family or friendly chat.

 

8th place: Dropbox

DropBox .

The online service Dropbox gives you 2 GB of free disk space on the Internet that you can use from anywhere. Including, of course, from your cell phone. Is there any reason to refuse such an offer?

 

7th place: File manager

File Manager is one of the best file managers for Android. Additionally included are the following features: copy, cut, move, image thumbnails, multiple selection, text editing, program management, search, work with ZIP archives and FTP server access.

 

6th place: Avast antivirus & free protection

Viruses aren't just waiting for you on door handles and streetcar rails, but also on the web. So it's a good idea to protect your cell phone.

The free Avast antivirus & free protection app offers a scanner that will check your applications for malware. In addition, by doing so, you also get a web screen that warns you about dangerous Internet sites. Among other things, there are call and SMS filters, as well as a practical task manager. The app also has a built-in brand firewall, as well as a practical anti-hijacking feature.

 

5th place: Skype

Skype is not only free audio and video calls over the Internet, but it's also very handy for chatting, both tête-à-tête and group chatting. Through it, you can easily share news, photos and videos. Chat history is stored on the server, so you can easily find what you're looking for via the search function.

Skype

You can make calls to landlines too thanks to "Skype Credit".

 

4th place: Facebook / Messenger

Without the official Facebook app, perhaps a smartphone would bring only half the joy. Messenger gives you direct access to your profile and contacts. It also shows you who has sent you messages and updates your friends' statuses.

MessFacbook

With messenger for Android, you can quickly send a message and you don't have to launch the Facebook app.

 

3rd place: Plus Messenger

Plus .

Plus Messanger is a kind of pumped-up version of the Telegram messenger.

 

2nd place: SPB TV Russia

SPB

The free SPB TV Russia app gives you access to many domestic TV channels.

 

1st place: Geotracker - GPS tracker

If you often travel on foot, by bicycle or electric scooter, the Geotracker app will allow you to record the track of your route, visually show it on the map with the display of time, altitude and speed characteristics. This will be useful for determining the exact path of your location and the time spent. You can send the track file to your friends to share the correct route in unfamiliar terrain.

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