Snap Happy: The Best Camera Apps for iPhone and iPad
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Brittany Rycroft
It’s for good reason that the traditional digital camera market has taken a tumble over the last few years. Your smartphone, after all – which is always on you and easy to slip into your pocket or purse – features a pretty darn good camera. Ditto to your increasingly slimline iPad. But some savvy shutterbugs […]
The Best Document Scanner Apps
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Jon Stone
Before smartphones, scanning documents or pictures required buying an all-in-one printer, purchasing a standalone scanner, or sneaking around borrowing equipment at the office. These days, it’s as simple as firing up the iTunes App Store or Google Play store. Not all scanner apps are created equal though. We’ve dug through reviews and features to bring […]
Best File Manager Apps for iPhone & Android
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Jon Stone
If you’re like most people, you store a huge portion of your life on your phone. Pictures of your friends and family, favorite songs, your latest reading or TV show obsession, and of course your favorite memes… they’re all there somewhere. But when it comes time to find a specific file, move things around, or […]
The Best Calendar Apps for Android
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Jon Stone
Calendar apps make it simple to combine the information already in your phone with an intuitive interface to provide greater benefit than printed calendars (or the default Calendars app) could ever touch. With hundreds of options to choose from, picking the best app might seem a little daunting. Throughout our search of the most popular […]
The Best Calendar Apps for iPhone & iPad
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Brittany Rycroft
It’s no secret that more and more of us are feeling overscheduled and overwhelmed. And it’s not just about meetings that take place from 9 to 5. It can be a serious juggling act to try and keep tabs on everything from playdates to parties, TV show premieres to fitness classes – especially if you’re […]
The Best Podcast Apps for Android
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Jon Stone
Whether you listen on your work commute, stream podcasts at the gym or use them as a relaxing end to your day, podcasts are a great way to catch up on news, learn a new skill or hear from your favorite celebrities. With the sheer number of podcasts out there, keeping track of your favorites […]
Listen Up! Here’s The Best Earbud Style Headphones (2014)
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The Informr Team
We all know that person who’s been sporting the same old, dirty, tangled-up headphones for years that are now falling apart. That person may even be you. While the plain white earbuds that came with your iPod were once a ubiquitous techie accessory, now many consumers are trading up for higher quality headphones. Ready to […]
Soundcheck! Here’s The Best Over-Ear Headphones (2014)
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The Informr Team
As the saying goes, everything old is new again, and the same is true of headphones. The ubiquitous earbud of the aughties has been usurped by chunky, old school-style cans. No longer just for DJs and hip hoppers, these massive ‘phones are gaining serious ground with music lovers. The reason for the switch? For one […]
5 Great Apps Every New Dad Should Download
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Jon Stone
The joy of newborns–cuddling, late night feedings and cute faces. Of course, there is also the part where you get 4 hours of sleep at a time and can’t remember where you put your keys or the last time you brushed your teeth. Fortunately, like most things, there are apps for this stage of life […]
The Best Portable Bluetooth Speakers Under $100
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Jon Stone
Once the joke of the audio community, Bluetooth speakers have improved dramatically in the last few years. And while you might think that means they’ve also increased in price, it turns out that you can snag a very capable portable Bluetooth speaker for under $100. So which one’s best? Reviews show that the JBL Flip 4 is […]
Best Bluetooth Earpiece: Top Single-Ear Headsets for Phone Calls
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The Informr Team
Bluetooth audio devices have become essential to getting the most out of your phone or tablet—especially as many popular models have ditched their headphone jacks entirely. While Bluetooth headphones and earbuds offer an immersive, stereo experience, Bluetooth earpieces are single-ear devices that are typically designed specifically for clear phone conversations, with easy access to voice […]
The Best Samsung Galaxy S4 Accessories
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The Informr Team
Another year, another new release of Samsung’s top-tier phone. The Galaxy S4 brings some substantial upgrades to the table. But if you want to get the most out of your shiny new slab of glass and metal, you’ll need some accessories. From wireless charging to protective cases — and even the dongles and adapters Samsung leaves out of the […]
Here’s The 5 Best News Reader Apps For Android
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Scot Cerullo
Remember the old days when getting your news on the internet meant bouncing from website to website, typing in one URL after another? Or was that just me? Well today’s mobile news readers bring you the news you want in style and convenience, with a bevy of features for manipulating content and customizing the environment […]
5 Household Appliances You Can Control From Your Smartphone
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Brittany Rycroft
Just about everyone has had that moment of panic when they’ve left the house and realized they’ve left their curling iron plugged in or their thermostat cranked on high on a frosty winter morning. Not only are these potentially dangerous situations, they can also be quite costly. The good news is, these days more and […]
Atención! Here’s The Best Apps For Learning a New Language
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The Informr Team
Foreign lingo is already a part of our everyday vernacular – everything from “RSVP” to “adios” to “carpe diem” stems from a non-English dialect. And given how easy it is to connect with virtually any part of the globe, either literally, through affordable travel, or figuratively, through browsing the web, being able to speak multiple […]
Your Ultimate Road Trip Kit
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The Informr Team
It’s just you and the open road. And all of your beloved gadgets, of course. With the right gear at your fingertips, you can feel confident that all the important travel details are taken care of, so you can focus on enjoying the scenery and the wind in your hair. So when packing up your […]
Best File Manager Apps for Android
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Scot Cerullo
Chances are you’ve found the perfect app for the things that you use all the time – camera enhancement apps, social media, a favorite browser. But what about all those files you’ve accumulated? Is your phone’s native file manager really doing the job? File management may not be as exciting as sharing videos and augmented […]
Changing The World From Your Home Screen – Apps For The Socially Conscious
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Scot Cerullo
Imagine being able to learn the human rights record of a company simply by scanning the barcode of one of their products with your smartphone. Or imagine an app that ensures that every time you dine out a hungry person eats dinner, too. Or what if every mile you walked or jogged generated money for […]
The Best Password Manager Apps
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Jon Stone
You know it’s important to use unique, strong passwords for every account, service or site you use. But let’s be honest–remembering all those passwords is a pain. Password managers are a simple way to keep your accounts secure without remembering a million unique passwords. Things we looked for when comparing services and apps included: – Easy to […]
What’s a Password Manager & Why You Should Use One
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Scot Cerullo
Do you use simple passwords so you won’t forget them? Do you use the same passwords for multiple websites – so you won’t forget them? If so, you’re hardly alone. According to SplashData, among the top 25 most commonly used passwords for 2013 was, wait for it… wait for it… “password”! Others making the list […]
No Snoozing! These Alarm Clock Apps For Android Will Get You Out Of Bed
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Scot Cerullo
They buzz, they beep, they play your favorite songs, but what about an alarm clock app that actually gets you out of bed? If getting up in the morning is a real challenge for you, take a look at one of apps below. Each promises to challenge you enough to actually get you up and […]