73 Must-Have iPhone Apps
From Restroom Noise Disguisers to Mobile Date Stalking:
Meghan Young — Nov 21, 2009 — Tech
If there is one company that has revolutionized technology as we know it, it's Apple. One of the most revolutionary devices to date is the iPhone. If you don’t yet own one, not to worry, because eventually you will. For those of you who do have one, here are some must-have iPhone apps that will save you from awkward moments, increase you knowledge and, overall, improve your way of life.
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Nudie Inked Apps
The Official SuicideGirls Seductive Flip Strip iPhone App
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Inappropriate iPhone Apps
Underage BeautyMeter App Gets Pulled
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Naughty iPhone Apps
The iPhone Finally Gets Seductive Software
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Jokerize Yourself
Free Dark Knight iPhone App
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iPhone Apps as Interior Designers
Color Capture and ColorSnap Help Inspire Home Design
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Retro Cell Phone Camera Filters
CameraBag iPhone App Adds Spice to Mobile Photos
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Mobile Constellation-Finders
Pocket Universe iPhone App is Perfect for Informed Stargazing
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Restroom Noise Disguises
The Cover Up iPhone App Will Help You Save Face in the Bathroom
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Viral Hoaxes as Art
Gallery Sells Prints of $999.99 iPhone App
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Flight Board iPhone Apps
FlipTime Mimics Airport Information Monitors
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Digitalized Interaction Apps
'Status Symbols' iPhone App Replaces Talking with Icons
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Vibrating iPhone Apps
iVibrateMe Lets You Use The Vibrate Function On Command
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Gross iPhone Apps
The ‘Zit Picker' Game Sets New Low For Mobile Entertainment
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Smart App Recommendations
16apps.com Picks iPhone Apps Based on Your Social Media Profiles
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Insomniac iPhone Apps
Proactive Sleep Alarm Keeps Track of Your Sleep Patterns
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iPhone Milestones
500 Million iPhone App Downloads, from the iBeer to iFart
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iPhone Confessionals
Exclusive Video From American Idol Through iPhone Apps
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$1000 iPhone Apps
Apple Pulls "I am Rich" Ruby
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Hi-Tech Political Campaigns
Obama '08: The Official iPhone Application
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Fearless Flight Apps
The Virgin Atlantic iPhone App Helps People Too Scared to Fly
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iPhone Apps for Skaters
iSkateboard Finds Best Parks, Skate Shops and Street Spots Near You
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iPhone Apps for Print Designers
The myPantone App for Creating & Organizing Color Palettes
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Educational iPhone Apps
ZooABC Application Teaches Kids to Love Reading
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Virtual Sobriety Checkers
'Walk the Line' iPhone App Uses the Accelerometer Wisely
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Vain Popstar Apps
The Britney Spears iPhone App is called 'It's Britney!'
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Dude-Worthy iPhone Apps
Express Yourself in Every Way With the 'Dude' Application
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Paint Swatch Apps
Benjamin Moore Makes Color Matching Breezy With Their iPhone Application
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iPhone Apps That Send Symptoms to Doctors
Dyna-Vision
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Twisted Animal iPhone Apps
Enviro-Bear Is the Best Worst Game for Your Phone
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Rotary Phone iPhone App
The iRetroPhone
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Sexual iPhone Apps
‘Passion' Scores You on Your Skills Between the Sheets
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Hygienic iPhone Apps
The Unique Automation iBath Lets You Run Water from a Distance
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Secret Agent Autos
The Spirit of Berlin iPhone App Makes Cars Driverless
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Cell Phone Puzzle-Solving
'CubeCheater' iPhone App Solves Any Rubik's Cube
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Crude Mobile Phone Games
iPhone App Store Flooded with Gaseous Exuberance
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Carnivorous iPhone Apps
iBacon is Purely for Meat-Loving Mobile Users
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Shopping Addiction iPhone Apps
Net-a-Porter Releases NET-APP That Constantly Updates
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$1 Baby Monitors
iPhone App Calls You When It Detects Noise
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On-the-Go Auto-Tune
'I am T-Pain' iPhone App Lets Everyone Achieve Star Status
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Mobile Eco Detectives
Seventh Generation Releases iPhone App to Help You Read Labels
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Lip-Syncing iPhone Apps
'Mouth Off' Gives Your Words a Virtual Mouthpiece
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Sacrilegious iPhone Apps
‘Me So Holy' Deemed Too Devilish by Apple
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Turnkey iPhone Apps
Kyte Provides Branded Apps for Celebs, Musicians and Brands Within 7 Days
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Mobile Photo Portfolios
The Flickr iPhone App is a Must-Have for Any Photographer
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Binge Boozing iPhone Apps
The DrinkTracker Keeps Track of Your Alcohol Intake
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Pothead iPhone Apps
The Cannabis Locator App Helps You Find Some Bud to Smoke
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Mobile Date Stalking
The Date Check iPhone Application Lets You Lurk With More Precision
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Wunderkind Programmers
9-Year-Old Whiz Kid Writes iPhone App
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Censoring Digital Books
iPhone App Store Execs Ban Explicit Literature
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Terrorist Spoof Apps
'National Threat Advisory' iPhone App Pokes Fun at TSA
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Storytelling iPhone Apps
iStoryTime Reads to All the Little Children
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Useful iPhone Apps
‘ATM Hunter' From MasterCard Finds Fee-Free Cash Machines
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Vain iPhone Apps
'Vanity' Gauges Your Attractiveness & Rates Your Features
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Mobile Nightlife Finders
Gigotron iPhone App Lets You Find Local Music in a Touch
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Crowdsourced Ride-Sharing
Avego iPhone App
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iPhone AppStore Products
Loopt (UPDATE)
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Commuter iPhone Apps
Exit Strategy NYC Makes for Efficient Train Travel
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iPhone Reality Shows
Command Guru Will Stream a Show about iPhone App Developers
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You as a Conductor
‘Bravo Gustavo' iPhone App Lets You Pretend to Be Gustavo Dudamel
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Youth-Inspired iPhone Apps
Harold's Real Life Purple Crayon Lets You Draw Like a Kid
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Skater Lifestyle Catering
The Skullcandy iPhone Application Supports a Culture
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Face-Life Apps
The Cosmetic Surgery iPhone App Helps You Get Work Done
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Friendsourced Surveys
With the QpixL iPhone App You'll Never Make a Decision Alone Again
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Mobile Streaming Video Feeds
UStream.tv Releases iPhone App
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Merit Giving Mobiles
An iPhone App That Gives You Credit for Whatever You Do
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Sleuthy iPhone Apps
The Agile Lie Detector Measures Voice Stress
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Planting Trees via iPhone
The iPhorest iPhone App Lets You Virtually Dig to Plant Real Trees
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Foreign Flashcard Communications
The 'Me No Speak' iPhone Application Breaks Language Barriers
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Cruelty-Free Purchasing
PETA 'Be Nice to Bunnies' iPhone App Alerts of Animal Testesters
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iPhone Apps for Boozers
Merges Robots And iPhones And Beers... Oh My
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Mobile Food Guides
Sushi iPhone App Translates Fish Names For You
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Smartphone-Controlling Sneakers
The Samsung Shortcut Sneaker Can Perform Five On-Device Actions
AI Note-Taking Apps
Echo Organizes Voice and Text Notes Using Mobile-First AI Tools
AI Storytelling Apps
The Hero in You Empowers Creative Storytelling With AI-Driven Narratives
Pocketable Handheld Devices
'Cake' is a Case That Transforms Apple Watches into Pocketable Devices
Pocket Computer Smartphone Concepts
This iPhone 16S Concept Reimagines the Aesthetic of the Device
Death Prediction Apps
Death Clock App Uses AI to Predict Your Final Farewell
Notebook-Equipped Smartphone Accessories
The MOFT Snap Flow Keeps Pen, Paper and More on Hand
Informational Real Estate Apps
The Oyssey App Redefines the Home Search with Data-Driven Insights
AI-Enhanced Mobile Recording Apps
Gaudio Lab Has Introduced 'Just Voice Recorder'
Simplistic Distraction-Free Phones
The LoFone Has an E Ink Kaleido 3 Color Display
Mobile Device Durability Ads
The Apple 'Trust Issues' Ad Showcases the iPhone 16 Ceramic Shield
Minimalist Phone Home Screens
Dumbify Offers a Minimal Interface to Reduce Digital Distractions
AI Note-Taking Apps
VoicePen Creates Concise Notes, Essays, and Quizzes Using AI
Textured Quad-Camera Smartphones
This iPhone 17 Concept by Mohamed Mahdy Has an Industrial Form
AI-Powered Swiping Assistants
Wizard of Swipe for Tinder Optimizes One's Dating App Usage
Pet Care Management Apps
Paw Parent is A Comprehensive App for Pet Health, Care, and Management
Wearable Stress Management Monitors
Stress & Anxiety Monitor App is a Tool That Records Triggers
Boycott-Supporting Phone Apps
Buycott Helps Consumers Decide Whether to Buy or Avoid a Brand
Proprietary Smartphone Camera Apps
The Apple Final Cut Camera App Offers Ample Adjustment Features
AI-Powered Storytelling Travel Apps
Journi is an App for Tour Guides to Share Exciting Narratives
AI-Powered Metabolic Health Apps
January AI Has Introduced Notable Enhancements to Its App
Scientifically Designed Apps
The Apollo Sessions App Offers Vibration-Based Stress Relief
Smartwatch-Turned Nostalgic Handheld
tinyPod Transforms the Apple Watch Into an iPod Replica
Enlightening Travel Apps
Herodot AI Turns Sightseeing Into Something More Substantial
Location-Based Storytelling Apps
Storyrabbit Functions as a Personalized Audio Tour Guide
Membership-Based Beauty Apps
Beauty Pie Launched an Exclusive App for its Members on Pi Day
Minimalist Smartphone Apps
The Dumb Phone App Provides a Pared-Back Experience for iOS Users
Complimentary Health Apps
Life Time, Inc. Has Announced That Its Life Time App is Now Free
Daily Motivation Apps
'Motivation' is an Empowering App Helping People Make the Most of Their Days
Friendship Management Apps
SoonCall Helps Manage Friendships with Reminders and Catchup Tracking
Personal Security Apps
The 'Protector' App Connects Users to Trained Security Professionals
Motion Sickness Smartphone Features
Apple Vehicle Motion Cues Will Arrive in iOS 18
Custom Event Invitation Apps
Apple Invites Enables Users to Create Engaging Invitations
Comprehensive Health Apps
Fitness Calculator Offers Instant Insights with Versatile Features
Anti-Distraction Studying Apps
The 'StudyBug' Study Platform Offers AI-Enabled Assistance
Mindful Smartphone Usage Apps
The 'Intenty' App Prompts Users to Rethink How They Use Their Phone
AI Baby Tracking Apps
Baby Records Helps First-Time Parents Navigate Stress and Milestones
Waste-Minimizing Food Apps
"Oh, a Potato" Suggests Meal Ideas Based on Inventory
Re-Imagined Time Management Tools
JotDay Uses Data From Other Apps to Offer an Intuitive Overview
Camera-Branded Photography Apps
The Leica LUX App Brings the Brand's Prowess to the iPhone
Tech-Powered Business Solutions
Apple Business Connect Leverages the Brand's User Base
Real-Time Anti-Spam Call Services
The Truecaller App Leverages the iPhone Live Caller ID Lookup
Entertaining Weather Apps
The 'Brzzy Weather' App Uses Fun Colors and GIFs to Display Reports
Minimizing Phone Usage Initiatives
Heineken's Latest Campaign Addresses Phone Use at Music Events
Productivity-Focused Exercise Apps
Steppin Locks Your Social Apps Until You Log Physical Activity
Smartphone Photography Editing Apps
The Adobe Photoshop App for iPhone is Available Now for Free
Personalized Breathwork Apps
FivePointFive Introduces a New Approach to Wellness
Screen Time Reduction Apps
BePresent Gamifies Limiting Phone Usage with Daily Challenges
Review Analysis Tools
Appinion Offers AI Insights for App Reviews to Improve Performance
In-App Baggage-Tracking Features
The Air Canada Mobile App Has a New Convenience-Focused Feature
Voice-First Journaling Apps
Journalizr App Captures and Transcribes Thoughts Effortlessly
Comprehensive Travel Navigation Apps
Destination App Integrates Information from Over 800 Sources
AI-Powered Historical Chat Apps
Hello History Facilitates Conversations with Influential Figures
Flagship-Inspired Value Smartphones
The Apple iPhone 16e Has a 6.1-Inch OLED Screen
Personality-Focused Dating Apps
The Bokay App Expands Its Services Across Canada
Distraction-Blocking Apps
The 'FlowBuddy' App Helps Users Cut Down on Screen Time
Mobile Escape Rooms
Phone Escape: Hopeless Takes Mobile Entertainment to New Dimensions
Minimalist Phone Tools
Dumb Phone Simplifies Your iPhone to Reduce Distractions and Stay Focused
Pro-Grade AI Smartphone Models
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max are Built for AI
Anti-Distraction Smartphone Apps
The 'Jolt' App Helps Users Take Control of Screen Time
Open-Source Emulation Apps
The Emulator Frontend 'Retroarch' is Now Available on iOS Devices
Cat Tracking Apps
Whisker Tracker Catalogs Cats Using Facial Recognition for Easy Tracking
Smartphone Metal Detectors
Metal Detector with Sound Turns Phones into a Metal Object-Finding Tool
Advanced Camera-Inspired Smartphones
The Apple iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro Plus Have the A18 Chip
Integrated Daily Step Counters
Steps Daily Keeps Health On Track Without Draining Phone Battery
Computer Utility Enhancers
NotchNook Transforms Your Mac into a Centralized Productivity Hub
AI Storytelling Apps
The Storyteller Offers an Endless Supply of AI-Written Stories
AI-Backed To-Do List Apps
'Twos' is a Smart List App with Integrated Calendar Synchronization
Cost-Cutting Subscription Tracker Apps
The 'Orbit' Subscription Tracker Enables Easy Management
Sleep-Enhancing Mobile Apps
Munice's Miracle Night Uses Customized Audio to Enhance Sleep
Child-Targeted Starter Smartphone Apps
The 'Screenable' App Downgrades Features for Younger Users
Emoji-Based Mood Trackers
MoodTrack Helps Monitor Emotions in a Fun and Accessible Way
Productivity-Enhancing Laptop Apps
NotchNook Brings Dynamic Island-Like Functionality to Macbooks
Real-Time Subway Map Apps
The Weekendest Offers a Comprehensive View of the NYC Subway System
AI-Accelerated Mobile Browsers
Opera is Releasing its 'One' AI Browser on the iOS App Store
Financial Control Tools
iSave Makes Money Management Simple With Tracking, Goals, And Insights
Competitive Surf Technology
SurfBuddy Delivers Live Scores And Heat Data To Watch And iPhone
Real-Time Nightlife Finders
HotSpot Discovers Trending Nightlife Spots With Real-Time Insights
AI Journaling Tools
Me.bot For iOS Tracks Notes, Pics & Thoughts To Reveal Personal Insights
AI-Powered Journaling Apps
'DiaryAI' Transforms a User's Voice into Text Entries
NFC-Activated Bathroom Sprays
Pourri and Supercell Debuted a Pocket Sprayer with Tap Technology
Habit-Tracking Productivity Tools
BestSelfApp Links Daily Actions to Personal Success and Growth
Short Film-Inspired Ads
Apple’s New ‘The Underdogs’ Ad Features Various Apple Products
AI-Powered Teen Dating Apps
AskElle is a safe space for teens to make connections
Immersive Restaurant Rewards App
Bella Italia is Unveiling a New Digital App for its Guests
Minimalist Phone Alternatives
tinyPod Turns Apple Watches into an Essentials-Only Phone
Minimalist Note-Taking Apps
Scratchpad Offers Instant, Always-Accessible Notes on macOS and iOS
AI Phone Comparisons
TechsCompare Provides AI-Powered Phone Comparisons for Faster Decisions
Coffee Documenting Notes Apps
Coffee Notes Helps Consumers Explore and Record Their Favorite Shops
Outdoor Athlete Weather Apps
The Sonuby App Offers Fine-Tuned Reports to Track Conditions
Routine Planning Apps
HabitNow Helps Users Embrace a More Structured Schedule
Retro-Inspired Animated Stickers
Apple Rolls Out New Stickers Ahead of this Year's WWDC
Clapping Missing Device Locators
AntiLost - Clap to Find Phone Helps You Locate Missing Devices
Mobile App Builders
AppBuzz Transforms Your Ecom Site into a Mobile App in 60 Seconds
Vintage Photo Camera Apps
mood.camera Brings Back Nostalgia in a Digital Age
Handy Roadtrip Weather Apps
The 'Wayther' App Helps Travelers Take Weather into Account
Organizational Reminder Apps
The Todo Reminder App Enhances Productivity With a Few Simple Steps
Minimal Productivity Tools
Lite: App Launcher Offers a Simple, Fast Way to Access iPhone Apps
Efficient Property Management Apps
Tribe Property Technologies Has Launched Its Tribe Home App
Daily Life Simplifiers
DailyDude App Simplifies Day-to-Day Tasks with Essential Tools
Recording-Elevated Voice Apps
Apple Elevates its Voice Memos App with New Functions
Time-Lapse Content Apps
Timelapse Provides a Unique Approach to Recording Engaging Content
Family Info Managers
DadApp Puts Shared Family Information Into One Organized Mobile App
Productivity Tracking Apps
Hourli Tracks Habits And Goals To Help You Maximize Productivity
AR-Enabled Illumination Apps
The Philips Hue App Now Uses LiDAR to Provide an AR Preview
Nursery Brand Parenting Apps
The Mamas & Papas App Offers Support and Inspiration for Parents
Goal-Oriented Health Apps
The 'Bright' App Offers a Holistic View of One's Health
Pet Health Managers
Pet App Helps Track Health, Reminders, and Activities for Your Pets
Anti-Distraction CBT-Powered Apps
The 'Inscreen' App Helps Users Curb Their Screen Time
Eye-Tracking Technology Functions
Apple Implements Eye-Tracking Features to Recent Products
Search-Enhancing Drawing Tools
Google's New Lens Feature Allows for Easy Highlighting
Distraction-Free App Hubs
Explore Minimalist Digital Apps for Focus With Minimal Market
Stress-Reducing Activity Apps
Interlude Allows Users to Pass Time with Puzzles and Blocks
Parental Guidance Shopping Apps
The 'Auggie' App Connects Experienced Parents to New Ones
Tablet-Friendly Calculator Tools
Apple Develops a New Calculator App for the iPad
Habit-Tracking Apps
BeeBetter Helps Establish Routine and Cultivate Healthy Habits
Smart Calculation Tools
The iPad Calculator Revolutionizes Calculations with Math Notes Support
Driving Interface Apps
'Car Dashboard' AppTransforms Your iPhone Into a Car Head Unit
AI Note-Taking Apps
Voicenotes Transforms Voice Recordings Into Notes
Minimalist Phone Widgets
Smile App Launcher Turns Your iPhone Into a Distraction-Free Device
Thought Organizer Apps
ThoughtTrails Captures, Organizes, and Explores Your Ideas
Nostalgic Web Browser Apps
iPod Social Turns Your Browser Into The Beloved Music Player
App Screenshot Generators
PhoneMock Creates Stunning App Store Screenshots With No Design Skills
Real-Time Call Translation
AIPhone.AI Allows Seamless Live Phone Call Translation Across Languages
Smartphone-Fuelled Stopwatch Concepts
The SINK Concept is a Smartphone-Powered Device
Mobile Security Solutions
Turn Old Devices Into Security Cameras With Phonitor's Remote Monitoring
Gamified Productivity Apps
Get Productive Turns Phone-Free Time into a Game with Rewards
Home Organization Tracking
WhereThings Helps You Organize and Locate Your Belongings Effortlessly
Mobile Note Companions
Capacities Mobile App Simplifies On-The-Go Note-Taking with AI Assistance
Custom Phone Icon Themes
Iconic Transforms iOS Experiences with Customizable App Icon Themes
Women’s Safety Apps
I’M SAFE Enhances Women’s Security With Real-Time Alerts and GPS Tracking
Data-Tracking Sleep Fans
Sleepfan Helps People Sleep and Provides Meaningful Insights
Web Browser Page Savers
Plinky Let's Users Easily Saves and Organize Web Links to Enjoy Later
Important Sharing Apps
The FinhApp Let's You Share Wills or Messages with Loved Ones
Event Countdown Calendars
Track Events and Share Schedules with Outside’s Beautiful Calendar App
Storage Optimization Tools
Space Cleaner Optimizes Your iPhone Storage By Removing Duplicate Files
Advanced Navigation Apps
Compass: Direction Finder Ensures You Never Lose Your Way
App Activity Trackers
'Trace' Visualizes and Tracks Apps Usage for Better Time Management
Digital Focus Tools
SceneEscape Organizes Apps and Stays Focused With Custom Digital Scenes
Nearby Playground Finders
The Playground App Helps You Discover Nearby Playgrounds Quickly