I’m a new convert when it comes to the iPhone. I switched from Android to iPhone almost 5 months ago, and while the transition was less than pleasant, I’ve realized the change was unavoidable … so I needed to grin and bare it. Although it’s still a slight adjustment, I’ve since adopted this new item as not only my phone but really as an extension to a lot of work + play projects. Of course I’m talking about the apps. Here are a few apps that I think are really helpful. I would love to know if there is an app you think is great and should become a part of my list!
Sticky
This is a fun and quick way to jot down notes or ideas. You can create separate notebooks and create individual stickies within each notebook. Really great way to organize thoughts and processes.
Price: Free
Gifshare
This turns your animated gifs into videos so you can share it across all social platforms, regardless if they support gifs. It’s quick, easy and functional. Super helpful if you created your gif in photoshop and are looking for a quick mobile solution.
Price: Free but the watermark is there. No watermark? Pay $2.99.
Google Analytics
This really needs no introduction. Get plugged into your web stats while on the go. Really easy to use and similar to the desktop application.
Price: Free
Party Party
The inspirational team at A Beautiful Mess came out wit this fun photo editor that allows you to put animation to your pictures as well as photo booth/film strip frames and tons of filters.
Price: $0.99
InsTrack
Great little application for Instagram analytics. On the desktop, I love Iconosquare, but on my smartphone, I go to this app. It lets you see who you are following, who are your fans (those who follow you but you have yet to follow), your top supporters and a few other metrics. The initial download and basic functions are free but to access even more analytics, you will pay a small fee.
Price: Free + $0.99 + $1.99
Bloglovin’
Can’t forget this helpful little guy! Quick and easy way to keep up on all those great blogs you follow. Although I really do prefer to read blog posts from a desktop or tablet, I find it much easier (and faster) to locate new blogs to explore from the mobile device.
Price: Free
amanda
July 28, 2014I’m going to be downloading Party Party!
annehnert
July 29, 2014Woot! It’s a lot of fun!
Amber
July 28, 2014I’ll have to check out the sticky app- I’m always looking a good note taking / todo app. Just curious- what was your main motivation for the OS switch?
annehnert
July 28, 2014The switch kind of happened without much thought. My android was old and would not hold a charge (and I went through two different batteries). It was time to renew so I looked at what phone I could get for free since I knew I needed to ditch this one, and the iPhone was free. It was extremely difficult to switch, was nervous about switching to a very different OS. It took some time getting used to it, but overall, it’s been good. Are you looking to switch?