List of my favourite Android apps
Fabian Piau | Thursday January 9th, 2014 - 08:49 PMThis article is getting a bit old and the list of applications I am using has evolved. For example, I no longer use Firefox, but a simplified and lighter version: Firefox Focus.
I want to share with you the Android apps that I’m used to using.
Don’t hesitate to post a comment if your favorite app is missing and… Happy New Year, all the best for 2014!
 | Adobe ReaderThe PDF reader by Adobe. Contains all the features to view and export your PDF. |
 | Battery DoctorAn efficient power manager to extend your battery autonomy and life. |
 | CamScannerTurn your device into a scanner for intelligent document management (convert to PDF and OCR features included). |
 | ChromeChrome web browser. |
 | Clean MasterClean junk files, boost RAM memory by killing old process + other interesting features. |
 | Coursera CompanionTake your favorite Coursera courses with you wherever you go. This app is not official, there is no official one yet. |
 | DashClock WidgetA replacement lock screen clock widget to display information such as missed calls, unread text messages, new emails, your next scheduled alarm… You can add more items with many extensions available. |
 | DropboxAccess the Dropbox service from your device (read and manage your files). |
 | ES File Explorer File ManagerFile manager: explore directories, rename files, delete, unzip, etc. + many other features. |
 | ES Task ManagerBattery saver, free memory, task killer, app uninstaller. Integrates with ES File Explorer and also a good companion with Battery Doctor. |
 | EventbriteDiscover popular local events: concerts, festivals, classes, conferences, free event… |
 | The Facebook app. |
 | Facebook MessengerReach your Facebook friends easily. Integrates with Facebook. |
 | FirefoxFirefox web browser. |
 | GmailAccess your Google Mail. |
 | Google CalendarDisplay events from each of your Google Accounts that synchronizes with your device. |
 | Google DriveAccess the Google Drive service from your device (similar to Dropbox). |
 | Google EarthFly around the planet with a swipe of your finger with Google Earth. |
 | Google KeepPost’it manager (improved) of Google. |
 | Google Play MusicMusic player for the songs already on your device. You can also purchase new songs. |
 | Google SearchSearch on Google without opening a browser. Search using your voice, proposed results based on your current location, etc. |
 | Google TranslateTranslate service from Google. Possibility to download dictionaries for offline use. |
 | Google+The Google+ app. |
 | FeedlyFeed/RSS reader. |
 | HangoutsReach your Google+ friend easily. Integrates with Google+. |
 | Capture, customize and share your photos with the world. |
 | IMDb Movies & TVThe largest International Movie Database: view movie trailers, rating and critics, information on celebrities, etc. |
 | The LinkedIn app. |
 | MapsRoute planner, Street View, GPS sensor use, offline capabilities… |
 | Nexus Media ImporterManage files from a USB flash drive or card reader connected to your device with USB Host support. Need a USB extra cable. NOT a free app. |
 | Outlook.comAccess your Outlook Mail. |
 | Save interesting articles, video, or website you want to check out later (for an offline use for example). |
 | QR Code ReaderQR Code reader. |
 | Runtastic Running & FitnessMap your sports & fitness activities with the GPS, track your cardio workout progress (time, distance, elevation change, speed, calories & more). |
 | ShazamRecognize music playing around you. |
 | SkypeMake voice or video call. |
 | SkyscannerFind best and cheapest flights around the world. |
 | SnapseedMake your photographs extraordinary with a quite fun user experience, right at your fingertips. |
 | SoundCloud – Music & AudioThe SoundCloud app, one of the largest leading audio platform. |
 | Guides TripAdvisorCity guides for main cities (map, reviews, restaurants, attractions, hotels…). Works offline and GPS-based. |
 | The Twitter app. |
 | ViadeoThe Viadeo app. |
 | VLC for Android BetaMultimedia player with lot of advanced features. |
 | Waze Social GPS Maps & TrafficA GPS navigation (route planner, speed, real-time traffic and road info, voice guided navigation, night mode, etc.) with a dose of fun thanks to the community. Offline is possible, but limited. |
 | WikipediaThe Wikipedia app, the online encyclopedia. Possibility to save articles to read later or offline. |
 | WordReference.com’s dictionariesWordReference.com’s dictionaries. No offline access, but is a great alternative to the desktop version. |
 | Yahoo WeatherDisplay the weather in any city in the world. In my opinion, widgets are the most useful feature. |
 | YoutubeThe Youtube app. |
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