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Greetings!
As a baby boomer I am hard pressed to use more and more technology, as I feel totally at a loss in this fast paced market. But I have to admit there are some apps that are worth using and I don't want to live without. At a recent travel exchange meeting we were all asked to share our favorite apps.
Here is a "condensed" list - but it would be great fun to receive an email from our loyal readers to know what your favorite app is - so PLEASE share!!!
Send me, Joyce Craddock, and email at jc@incrediblejourney.net...
- IBX Healthy Steps – helps you track walking/running results for a preloaded route or your own route – you can sent text and social media notifications to friends and family.
- Evernote – lets you store all your files and access them on any of your devices as long as you're signed in, you can email them to yourself or anyone else using the system.
- Facebook – no explanation needed
- Kobo – e-reading app that gives you access to one million free titles.
- Flightboard – it is suppose to turn your iPhone or iPad into the "Arrivals and Departures board" for any airport in the world!
- Tripit – lets you forward your travel confirmation emails to plans@tripit.com and it will build an itinerary for your trip that you can access anytime.
- AroundMe – a location app that lets you find businesses of all types in 200+ countries.
- Pandora – personalized radio service that streams music on your phone.
- My Wine Log – lets you log and rate the wines you enjoy.
- OpenTable – allows you to make reservations, read reviews, get directions for restaurants worldwide – one of my favorites.
- CamCard – allows you to take photos of business cards and stores it on your device and will link to your contacts on your computer.
- MouseWait – for all you Disney fans this app lets you check line times, restaurant wait times and trust me saves you walking time in the parks!
- Flashlight – I use this app a lot! Your phone turns into an LED flashlight – it is cool! This particular app is iPhone only, but if you're on Android there are a lot of flashlight options!
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