Unlike Google, Apple tends to be very selective when choosing apps for their Store. Still, there are millions of apps in there at the moment, 2.1 million to be precise. This is a far cry from the early days of 2008 when it started with just 500 apps. And in recent years like 2017-18, the number of apps actually declined, as Apple tried to enforce better standards. Though they do put a heavy emphasis on quality, reliability, and safety of iOS apps, not all the ones in the store are worth having a look at. This is especially true in the case of free apps since the developer has more incentive to improve and maintain the app when they are getting paid. But a lot of the apps these days come as free, with in-app purchases. So they are not technically free in the strict sense of the word. Enough about the premise, let's get down to the brass tacks. In this list, we will take a quick look at the top five apps you must try in 2019 if you have an iOS device. These apps cover a wide range of genres and include both brand new as well as recently updated apps.
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1. Fortnite
Since mobile gaming is a massive part of the app landscape, we just had to start the conversation with this one. Unless you haven't been living under a rock this past couple of years, you probably know at least a little about this game that has become a cultural phenomenon.
Fortnite is part of the recent craze for "battle royale" games, where up to 100 players duke it out on a map for survival in a last-man-standing style competition. The premise is simple, the gameplay incredibly addictive, and overall the game is just so accessible. There may be many other games in the battle royale genre, but Fortnite deserves the adulation it gets. You don’t necessarily have to pay to win, and the concern about online gambling involving loot llamas is largely blown out of proportion. Really, if you wanted to gamble online, there are plenty other sites out there on the web, with tantalizing offers. If you care to check that out, some of the best no deposit bonuses can be found here.
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2. LastPass
Online security is no laughing matter, but the sheer number of passwords we have to keep with us is a major pain in the backside. And they are well nigh unavoidable if you want to use many different services online. Using the same password for multiple accounts is a strict no-no as well.
This is where password managers like LastPass truly become lifesavers. Though it is far from the only app of its kind on the App Store, this one is pretty special. The best thing about it is that it provides a very powerful syncing option available for free. You can sync the passwords for your accounts from multiple platforms and devices all in one place using LastPass. And you don't even have to wrack your brain to create secure new passwords as the built-in password generator does the job for you in seconds. The app will work with Safari as well as many other apps, automatically filling in password forms. You can log in to LastPass using either TouchID or your master password.
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3. Clips
What is the use in having some of the best mobile video capabilities in the market if you cannot put them to good use? To harness the true power of the iPhone cameras, try using Clips, Apple’s very own video software. With Clips, you can quickly take videos, edit them on the fly, and share them with friends and family. You can even send the output to your Insta, Facebook, or Twitter accounts as there is full social media support. Keep in mind though - Clips is all about simplicity and ease of use. The app does not have advanced features like tracks, timelines, or other Final Cut-level tools and controls. But you can do stuff like insert subtitles, captions and all just using your voice. And of course, there is a profusion of filters, emojis, and other effects to play around with. For a free app, this one does offer a ton of useful and fun features.
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4. IFTTT
Do you use a lot of apps daily? Managing them and keeping up with their notifications can be a huge hassle, which can take precious minutes from your daily schedule. These repetitive tasks can be automated using the handy little app called IFTTT. A huge part of the smart home sector, IFTTT is a philosophy that stands for “if this, then that.” The app with the same name uses small applets to automate repetitive tasks on your iPhone. You can create applets that force specific apps to do certain things if a pre-condition is met. For instance, you can trigger email alerts from your favorite sports team news on ESPN, or even a change in local weather updates from weather apps like AccuWeather. IFTTT allows you to create many custom applets compatible with over 600 major apps available at the App Store. You can even browse through the collection of applets created by other users. This can save you the time and effort of creating your own applets as well.
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5. Bear
This innocuous-sounding app is all about taking quick notes on the go. It has a beautiful interface that keeps things incredibly light and simple. Yet you can do everything from creating new notes in a flash to making small sketches, combining images with notes, and even writing long essays. What makes Bear such a pleasure to use is its advanced markup and editing controls. Even as a beginner, you can quickly format the notes, add links, add tags and images thanks to the easy controls. Then there is also the option to export your notes to full-sized documents in the PDF and MS Word formats. This can come in handy if you habitually take notes which are important for your office work. There are tons of other amazing apps that deserve your attention on App Store in 2019. But this very short selection should be enough to give you an idea of the sheer amount of choice and diversity at your fingertips. Keep checking our site for more interesting lists of new iOS apps, free and otherwise.
