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A list of Android apps we use and recommend on a regular basis.

		Lookout Description:  Highly touted security app for Android.  Think TrendMicro, Norton etc.. but for your phone. Scans apps and docs for known viruses, malware etc.. as you install or open
		Dropbox Description:See full description under Online and Web Services.  Dropbox enables synchronizing of files between your computers and phones.
		Oanda Currency Converter Description: One of the most current and accurate international currency conversion apps.  If you travel internationally, this app is a must have..
		KeePass Description: Along with a PC application, KeePass is a one stop vault for all your passwords so you don't have to write them down, put them on a piece of paper etc..   Use in conjunction with Dropbox to get maximum flexibility and portability.
		ConvertPad Description:  Whether for your job or international travel, having conversions for all kinds of measurements at the tip of your fingers comes in very handy.
		Google Translate Description:  Another tool for the internationally inclined.  Google translate can help navigate transportation, local news or emails.  Conversions are good and grammar is getting better.
		Wifi File Explorer Description:  This is a great little app if you don't "tether" your phone to your computer with a cable.  In a location where you are comfortable with the security of the WiFi, File Explorer will setup the phone as a file server. You then can access the files on the phone (pictures, video, documents etc..) through the Internet browser on your PC or Mac.
		Evernote Description:  See full description under Internet and Web Services page.  The Evernote phone app allows photographs, scans, voice recordings etc to be instantly added to a notebook.
		Google Maps & Navigation Description:  Basically a GPS in your phone.  So much better than the AT&T maps and navigation offering.  Also, Google Maps and Navigation uses the GPS in your phone.  AT&T's app uses GPS AND 3G/4G.  That means it uses up your data plan faster .
		Documents to Go (full) or QuickOffice Description:  While not a regular occurance, we occassionally find that we need to read or edit a Word, Excel or Powerpoint document while on the go.  Not optimal with your phone, but better than nothing at all.  For about $15, these apps can be lifesavers in a pinch.

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Phone and Tablet

If you have devices from different vendors, HTC, Samsung, Kindle, iPod, iPhone, we recommend looking for apps that are cross-platform.

Many software vendors are making their applications available on Android-based Phones and Tablets as well as the iPhone and iPad.
 

While your choice of device may rely on many factors, picking an app should include whether you can use the same app on multiple devices.

This will ease the transition from one device to the other since the apps will look and feel the same.