Are you curious about why someone would ditch all the popular mainstream apps in favor of less familiar options? Is there something to gain by making this transition? Well, currently, my app repertoire primarily consists of open source apps, and here's why I made the switch!
Switching operating systems can be a daunting task—you have to figure out which of your favorite apps are supported, and find good alternatives for those that aren't. Here are the ones I installed immediately after switching to Linux.
Android 16 is bringing a big redesign in the form of Material 3 Expressive, and while the update is still a little ways away, Google is already testing and rolling out the fresh new look to some of its apps. Let's take a look at what the future holds.
You use your devices to listen to music, watch YouTube videos, or get work done—and primarily, that’s what they’re meant for. But you’re not the only one who can have fun with your tech.
If you're like me, you have multiple devices running different Linux distributions, and are frequently installing new instances too. They all need software, and I've found sometimes it's easier to just have some ready to go, conveniently stored on a USB stick.
You don’t need a telescope to enjoy the night sky—not when your phone can show exactly what’s overhead. With the right app, just point your device at a patch of stars and get names instantly, or track celestial objects as they move across the heavens in real time.
Google Tasks isn't just a basic checklist app; it's a powerful, intuitive, and seamlessly integrated solution designed to bring order to your digital chaos. You can easily transform your fleeting thoughts, urgent emails, and important chat messages into actionable steps that you can track, prioritize, and complete.
The Google Play Store has a treasure trove of apps, but it's not the only game in town. In fact, some of the most innovative and privacy-focused Android apps are hiding just beyond Google's official storefront.
RCS is available for more people than ever, but knowing which of your contacts have been upgraded and which are still stuck in the stone age of SMS can feel like a mystery. Google Messages is finally making it easier to tell the difference.
Even the biggest Android diehards have to admit that iPhones have some nice features. AssistiveTouch is firmly one of them. It’s that little floating button that lets you do almost anything without straining your thumb. You can get that on your Android device with a handy app.
It only took 16 years, but there's finally an official version of WhatsApp for the iPad. If you're tired of using WhatsApp's web version on your iPad and wish there were a better way, this is exactly what you've been waiting for.
Google Maps can be your best friend when traveling to an unfamiliar place, but the app is not just about showing directions to the destination on your itinerary. Google has packed in many more features to help you navigate smoothly while managing your travel.
I knew my screen time was a problem, but I wasn't ready to deal with it. Then, by chance, Pokémon Sleep launched.
Good Lock is Samsung's very own customization suite, designed to help you make your Galaxy phone truly yours. That said, Good Lock is not just a collection of cosmetic features; it also contains tools that add to the overall functionality of your device.
Your phone may have a colorful case and a cool wallpaper, but it's in your pocket or bag most of the time. A smartwatch is on your wrist, out there for the world to see. That's why I was so happy to finally find a watch face that fit my specific needs.
Did you know that many of the computer programs you use came out in the 1990s or even earlier? I didn't realize that, but there are quite a few pieces of software on my desktop that are as old or older than I am. You might be surprised to find out some of the software you use came out "in the late 1900s" as the kids today like to say.
While online shopping has made it convenient to purchase from anywhere, it has also opened the door for scammers to target unsuspecting users with fake websites. To protect your personal information and finances, watch out for warning signs that can help you spot and avoid fraudulent websites.
iPhones come pre-loaded with a bunch of apps. While you may already be using some of them, there are most likely a few that you might have overlooked.
Remember when phones were fun? Back when we had physical buttons galore and moving parts. If you miss the charm of early smartphones, you can relive those days with a three-dimensional, fully interactive, hyper-realistic Nokia 3250 right in your browser window.
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