These days, most people own a smartphone. Such devices are useful for keeping in the loop socially with friends and family, managing finances, keeping productive, organized and entertained and of course to engage in important phone calls. The evolution of Mobile broadband over the last few years is helping the users to stay connected with the internet for longer duration from their devices. This makes it possible to seamlessly download and explore different varieties of apps from the application stores without worrying too much about their data/download limit. Android is one of the most popular platforms, partially due to the huge amount of great apps you can download to your device. With that being said, there are 10 apps you must have on your Android smartphone or tablet in 2012.
Dolphin Browser HD
• Dolphin Browser HD is an excellent app for your Android phone. While your device’s default browser is certainly acceptable, Dolphin Browser HD is just that much better. It is the easiest, fastest and best browser for Android as it offers an amazing visual experience while browsing the web with high definition graphics. The browser syncs with your Google bookmarks and you can create your own custom gestures. It also supports any number of plug-ins, easily making it an absolute must have for your phone. Download the app here.
• Facebook for Android is a must have app for your device. If you have a Facebook page, you will no doubt want to stay in the loop wherever you are, even when you are not near a computer. It is free and you can keep in touch with your friends, share photos and video and even play your favorite games directly on your phone or tablet through the app. Download the app here.
Draw Something
• Draw Something is a fun game that is free. It is similar to Pictionary and Words with Friends combined and allows you to entertain yourself by creating drawings right on your Android phone. Download the app here.
Hovernote
• Hovernote is a great floating notepad app that is free for Android phones. You can quickly and conveniently make a note while you are using another app. It allows you to open as many notes as you like in multiple windows. Download the app here.
Google Search
• Google Search is a free app that is essential for your Android device. It is the easiest way to perform a web search directly from your phone. Download the app here.
The Weather Channel
• The Weather Channel app is extremely accurate and provides you with the latest weather reports, alerts for extreme weather and even videos. It is free and is the most comprehensive weather app around. Download the app here.
iHeartRadio
• iHeartRadio is a great free app that any music lover would enjoy. It allows you to scan and listen to over 1,000 live radio stations across the country. In addition, a fantastic new feature is that you can create your own custom stations based on an artist or band you like that is commercial free. Download the app here.
Skype
• Skype is easily one of the top Android apps as it allows you to engage in video calls and instant messaging for free. It is especially useful if you have contacts overseas. Download the app here.
Angry Birds Space
• Angry Birds Space is the newest and most popular and fun mobile game across multiple platforms. It is addictive as you help the colorful birds take revenge on a band of green pigs for stealing their eggs out in space with gravity working against them. Download the app here.
Tawkon
• Tawkon is a very unique app that was unveiled in April 2012. It measures your smartphone’s radiation levels and alerts you when they are too high. In addition, the app gives you tips on how to lower these levels so you can limit your exposure. It is free to download. Download the app here.
