ultimate geek girl

Hello readers! Very sorry this academic semester kept this column from being as regular as expected. My infinite apologies. As a gift, here’s a list of more free iPhone apps that you might find increase your productivity or your relaxation in your downtime during the holidays.

Chorus – A pretty neat application I came across that works far better than the standard App Store. It works like a social networking application and you find applications based on your interests, your friends interests, or just by a regular search. When you find an app you like, Chorus lets you know what apps are similar that you might find interesting. Just like the regular App Store, it lets you search through paid and free apps and even gives you friends to start with as you build your friend base in the program.

Dropbox – Actually just came across this really cool storage application. Dropbox is an online storage solution with up to 2GB free, then paid levels above that. You can use Dropbox online, on your computer and access files via your iPhone. You can have all kinds of files – music, photos, documents – and share them with others if you choose. Either way, your files are secure. Only downside is that you can’t upload anything from your phone or download to the phone. Definitely useful though.

Chipotle Ordering – If you’re working hard and find yourself craving Chipotle but don’t have time to stand in line because you need to get back to work (or truthfully are just too lazy to stand in line after you get there), order your food with this app from any Chipotle location and pick it up. You pay via the app (which is linked to your online Chipotle account so none of your info is stored on your phone) and just pickup at the time you specified. I used it and it made me happy! (Just in case you’re wondering, I’m a steak fajita bowl type of girl)

Starbucks Mobile Card – As a student/professional I rely on some coffee or tea to make it through a lot of busy/hectic days. I have a Starbucks card since they are on my campus but I can’t always get to my computer to check my card balance or add money. Never fear this app is made by Starbucks to help you manage your card on the go. Mmmm I can taste that Venti White Chocolate Mocha now!

PS Mobile – I’ve been disappointed with the iPhone camera sometimes but this app makes it all better. Just like regular PhotoShop, you can crop and edit photos and make them look great to then send to others. You can upload your photos to PhotoShop.com if you choose (you’ll have to setup an account). While this doesn’t offer everything the regular application does, it makes me happy to be able to crop and brighten some of the dark photos the iPhone seems to routinely take.

Nikon L&E – Speaking of photos, the Nikon L&E (Learn and Explore) app helps you learn more about different photography methods and tools. If you know a lot or just know what a camera is, you’ll find something useful to learn or look at and read about photography. There are articles on shooting techniques, image editing and other fundamentals of photography and all are written to make sense to normal people. Of course since this is made by Nikon, it refers to a lot of Nikon info especially in the image library, so just be mindful about that as you work with it.

Women’s Health Workouts Lite – Do you need some awesome workouts for on the go? This free version of the Women’s Health Workouts app is useful to pick up some new exercise ideas and for some pretty neat workouts based on your needs. It’s designed for women, but there is a free app for men as well. These workouts can fit in your time available and give you the best for your time. Want more? Check out their website for some video downloads for your iPhone.

Sherwin Williams ColorSnap – Do you see a color you really like on say your friend’s sweater and decide that’s want to paint your walls? Open this app, take a picture of what you see and it’ll tell you the color. It’ll even give you a color palette to pick from. The only downside of this app is that sometimes it gives me a slightly more dull color than what I saw but hey, use the PS Mobile app, lighten it up and come back to it! Then when you’re done, find a Sherwin Williams store and go pick up your paint.

F-MyLife – Ok this is the beginning of the procrastination section. If you’ve ever been on the FML website, you know how much fun and time consuming it can be. I could spend hours reading and laughing (and saying “ew”) at the entries. Now you can do it on your phone. Not only can you browse, you can search through entries by entry date and even “shake” to get a random FML. There are several other FML apps and MLIA apps out there as well, including “official” apps. Check those out too for endless laughter!

Paper Toss – The procrastination game here is a computer classic paper toss. Need I explain more? You can toss a ball of paper into a garbage can and aim for a high score. Lotsa fun.

What iPhone apps do you use? How do you like these? Talk to me folks!

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