Okay, so I don't like recurring monthly bills. I've had a TracFone flip phone for a few years but they're discontinuing 2G service. Their upgrade program allowed me to get an Android smartphone for a decent price, so I've done that. I really am not wanting to use the phone for much, but I would like it to at least be a bit more augmented than it currently is. What apps should I consider?
The thing you need to realize is, TracFone is a pay-as-you-go service. I buy minutes (and by extension texts and data). The data is not unlimited, but is not something I am afraid to use (I use wifi connection when I can).I've lived a life up until here in 2016 where I primarily use a desktop computer, and have an iPad that I take when I travel (wifi only). I'm mostly okay with walking away from the internet for extended periods of time. I'm so connected when I am in my house, taking regular breaks when I walk out the front door is something I look forward to.
All that said, I have ins talled twitter and skype on the new phone. I'd be curious to know what apps people have found are GENUINELY USEFUL for times away from home for various reasons, so I can consider whether or not they would also be useful for my life. I'm not looking to live "the smartphone lifestyle", but I would like to put some more things on my phone that would be truly helpful in various situations and circumstances.
I know that YMMV may vary when it comes to "situations and circumstances" so I'm not going to pooh-pooh suggestions. Help me make my smartphone be a useful object instead of just a fancy phone-call-and-texting device!
Source: What are "essential" apps for a new smartphone owner?
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