As expected, the highly anticipated Apple iPhone 2019 announcement brought exciting improvements and new features that make your smartphone that much smarter. Besides the new aesthetically-pleasing look, the triple camera system, and Apple’s fastest chip ever, the A13 Bionic, iOS 13 brings Dark Mode and swipe to type among many other changes to Apple’s default apps like Maps, Reminders, and Photos. Combined with tools such as Apple’s Apple home kit library ( a part of the iOS SDK) as well as the powerful ARKit platform, developing iOS apps that look good and offer hyper-personalized experiences has never been easier. In the season of new upgrades, here are four of the best iPhone apps on the market that make your iPhone work for you.
Noted
Meetings, lectures, and interviews have important information that your hand just can’t get down on paper fast enough. But with Noted, you can take notes and record audio all in one app. While you’re writing what you can catch, the app records the audio and if you hear something important that you missed writing down, you can just tag those moments for later. Rather than listening through the entire recording, you can go back to the timestamp and get that information with just a tap. Updates supporting the new iOS allows users to take advantage of the Productivity gestures to minimize fumbling during note taking.
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1 Second Everyday: Video Diary
One of the best features of smartphones is recording important life events with just a tap of a button rather than bringing an entire camera to take photos and videos. 1 Second Everyday: Video Diary takes recording memories to a new level. In one of the best photo apps for iPhone, you can record a one second clip, add a journal entry to remember what was happening, and create a movie for your life for you to remember and relive. Simple to use, easy to back up, and made even better with the new triple camera feature, this app holds onto your best moments.
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OfferUp
No matter how many times you Marie Kondo your life, it still feels like you have too much stuff. It hurts to get rid of something that you swore you were going to use 6 months ago, but if it doesn’t spark joy, it’s got to go. The upside of cleaning up is that some of your stuff can be worth some money. The best part of OfferUp is its safety features. Buyers and sellers can communicate securely through the app and each have a rating for past experiences. You can browse thousands of items on sale by price, location, and pick-up method. With iOS 13, the app runs smoothly and instantaneously.
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Yummly Recipes + Shopping List
The age-old question, “What are we going to eat this week” finally has thousands of answers with Yummly. Browse through millions of recipes that you can add to your meal planning list. Yummly personalizes your experience with helpful suggestions and recommendations all according to your dietary needs and ingredients you have on hand. As one of the best apps for iPhone, it also adds a full grocery list of ingredients for any recipe that you choose, including which aisle you can find them in. This digital sous-chef only has your diet and tastes in mind. You’ll never be stuck wondering what you’ll eat ever again. Just tap the Yummly widget on your home screen for a perfect recipe for your day. Yes, there are apps on the market that aren’t just games you play mindlessly while you wait for your next appointment. The right app can make a difference in someone’s day-to-day and can even help us connect better with one another.
