The App Store - the official app store for iOS technology - has millions of apps, but not all of them, as they say, are "equally useful." But, of course, in such an abundance, it is very difficult for a novice user to understand which programs will work with high efficiency, and which ones will only take up space in the smartphone's memory. In this article, we tried to collect best iPhone apps to help you find what you need most in the chaos of the App Store.
We note right away that the presented top is compiled for the average modern user with typical needs, however, we tried to cover a fairly wide range of interests.
Social networks, messengers
Well, where is a modern user without the possibility of unlimited and practically free communication? Nowhere at all! Therefore, we decided to start the review with applications for the iPhone, which offer convenient access to the most popular social networks and the most convenient instant messengers.
The first category includes the following programs - VK App, Instagram, Facebook. All these applications are social networks familiar to all of us - VKontakte, Instagram and Facebook in a "pocket" format. Their functionality in the mobile version is almost identical to the functionality in the full version for PC. If you use one of the above social networks, the corresponding application must of course be on your iPhone.
In the second category, they compete closely - WhatsApp, Viber, Skype - all these applications make it possible to send messages and content, make video and ordinary calls using Internet traffic, which is much cheaper than using similar options via mobile networks.
The functionality of WhatsApp, Viber, Skype, one might say, is identical, so users, as a rule, choose a suitable messenger from these three purely on the basis of visual acceptance and ease of use - both characteristics are very subjective. If you don’t have any messengers, we recommend downloading all three, using them a little and leaving the one with which, in your opinion, is more comfortable to work with.
Applications for working with documents
As the saying goes, "business is time, fun is an hour." Once we have dealt with employee applications, for the most part, for useless chatter, it's time to move on to something a little more serious.
Any user, be it a busy businessman or an idle student, sooner or later is faced with the need not only to open a particular document for viewing, but also to edit it, and here he needs a program for an iPhone such as "Office Suite".
The three most popular applications in this category - Pages, Numbers and Keynote - are all designed for editing documents and have a wide range of options, but the first is more functional when working with text files, the second is with tables, and the third is with presentations.
The counterparts of these three applications are mobile versions of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power Point, as well as Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Google Slides.
Let's say right away that the functionality of Pages, Numbers and Keynote is wider than the functionality of its counterparts, but, frankly, not too much, however, programs from Microsoft and Google, unlike the three Pages, Numbers and Keynote, are free.
Navigation
A modern person has already forgotten how to ask strangers for directions, it is much easier for him to ask his electronic "friend", and therefore navigation applications for the iPhone are another must have of the current user.
The most popular and convenient applications in this category are Yandex.Navigator and Google Maps. What to choose? It's difficult to say, because the confrontation between Yandex and Google services looks like a holivar between iOS and Android users. The functionality offered is almost identical (with the exception of very insignificant little things), both applications are reliable and of high quality - so just choose "whose side you are on" and download the appropriate application.
Photo Editors
Well, of course, a modern user should have a photo editor at his disposal in order to make a stunning fresh selfie and collect more likes, and therefore we simply cannot fail to consider the best iPhone applications in this category.
The most functional photo editor for the iPhone is the Pixelmator application, but it is paid and costs as much as 379 rubles, the second place in functionality is shared by Aviary, Photogene4 and Adobe Lightroom, while Photogene4 is also paid (229 rubles), and many users call Adobe Lightroom a complex program. So if you are looking for something simple and free, but at the same time with wide functionality, Aviary is definitely worth downloading.
Music services
The iPhone has an excellent native service "Music", but since, as they say, there are no comrades for taste and color, we are ready to offer you worthy replacements for this very service. These include the following iPhone apps - iMusic, Audyssey, SmartPlayer, VOX Music Player, FLAC Player and Musixmatch.
VOX Music Player, FLAC Player and SmartPlayer are paid apps, the rest are free.
Nevertheless, all of the above players, both paid and free, are made with high quality, the developers offer a wide functionality for downloading and listening to tracks. All visually pleasing, however, in terms of interface design, iMusic is most often noted.
It is impossible not to say separately about VOX Music Player - it has the widest functionality. It is the only one among the above players that boasts support for Internet radio, the ability to search for music and clips on the Internet, it also supports playback of more formats than other players, it can change the playback speed of tracks, etc. If you need all these functions, we recommend that you pay for the application, otherwise, choose iMusic.
Readers
Reading is now in vogue and programs for the iPhone such as "readers" are also. Here, again, it's worth saying that the iPhone has an excellent native iBook application, which recently makes it possible not only to read books, but also to listen to them. However, if it does not suit you and you have come to the App Store for a new "reader", we recommend that you pay attention to the applications - KyBook 2, Kobo, Bookmate.
All these applications are free, most of all formats are supported by KyBook 2, in addition, the program does not require registration to start working with it, however, Kobo and Bookmate have a very useful night reading mode, but KyBook 2 does not. Otherwise, the programs are functionally almost identical, but if you like to read at night, we strongly recommend choosing an application with a night mode - your eyes will thank you!
Video players
In this category, it is worth noting the following programs - PlayerXtreme, nPlayer and AvPlayer, of which only the first is free. However, at the same time, we cannot say that PlayerXtreme is in some way inferior to its paid counterparts - it has excellent functionality, it works without failures and problems, so there is absolutely no need to overpay, in our opinion.
Miscellaneous
So, according to the basic needs of the average user - communication, navigation, watching videos, listening to music, reading books, working with documents, editing photos, we went through. And now we would also like to consider several applications that are of interest, if not everyone, but many.
— Task managers... If you like to structure things, you can't do without a task manager. Unfortunately, the best of them (ToDo, Things, 2Do, OmniFocus 2) in the App Store are paid, and the price starts from a very high threshold - 379 rubles and goes up to 2990. However, there are still quite good free analogues - these are Wunderlist and any.Do.
— Radio... If you like to listen to radio, we recommend the Yandex.Radio application - simple, clear, functional and free!
— Dictionaries and translators... Everyone should have an application for translating a foreign text at hand, and here we will recommend you the "sworn" pair "Yandex.Translate" and "Google Translate" - both applications are free and reliable. The rest of the high-quality decent translator programs for the iPhone are paid.
— Finance managers... Are you used to keeping track of your expenses? Then you can't do without a finance manager! One problem, almost all worthy "representatives" of this category are paid - MoneyWiz, HomeBudget with Sync, iCompta 3. However, there is one good free analogue - DailyCost.
— Fitness programs... The fashion for sports is gaining momentum today and many users want to have a fitness app at hand, the most functional and at the same time free - Runkeeper. In addition to reliable operation and large options, the program boasts a simple and intuitive interface.
Outcomes
Well, we hope that our short tour of the best iPhone applications helped you to understand a little in the huge world of the App Store, and you can choose only useful and high-quality applications for yourself, and most importantly, without overpaying.
Lenta is an iOS application developed by the Russian hypermarket chain of the same name. It opens up many useful opportunities for buyers, allows you to save money, as well as keep track of current discounts and promotions.
Loyalty program
Users can download their bonus card data and use the utility instead of the plastic counterpart. To do this, you need to open a special section in the application and allow the cashier at any store in the network to scan the barcode on the phone screen. This allows you to always keep the card at hand and not miss the chance to save money.
It is possible to view the balance of the bonus card, as well as track the history of deposits and debits in your personal account.
The application provides personalized promotional offers for each customer.
Additional features
Buyers of the supermarket chain get the opportunity to follow the emergence of new discount and promotional offers in a special section. The expiration date of each promotion is indicated here so that users always have time to make profitable purchases.
There is a convenient function for making a shopping list. The app contains a list of products available in the store, as well as prices and other useful data. The desired product can be added to the list with one click.
Peculiarities
- it is possible to follow promotions and discounts without leaving the application;
- you can add bonus card data and use the utility instead of the plastic analogue;
- the function of making a shopping list is available, thanks to the complete catalog of goods with prices;
- the application is downloaded and used absolutely free;
- compatible with all current iPhone and iPad models.
Lenta is an application for clients of a large hypermarket chain who also own Android devices.
Buyer Benefits
The Ribbon application includes the buyer's electronic card, the use of which guarantees the accrual of bonuses for the purchase without presenting a plastic card. In addition, the Ribbon allows you to create a shopping list, which will allow you not to write it on a piece of paper or in a notebook. However, in this case you will have to remember the number of units that you need to take - the program toolkit does not allow you to specify these data.
Another convenient function of the application is to view current promotions and discounts. In this case, everything is implemented much more conveniently - the user can compare the previous and new prices, calculating how much he will save on this purchase.
A special tab with integrated maps will help you find all the nearest hypermarkets on the map and get directions to them.
Usage
Do you constantly forget to take your customer card with you? There is simply no room in your bag or backpack for a bunch of plastic cards, so do you prefer mobile apps to them? The tape is one of the many hypermarket and supermarket chains that provide the ability to "store" a customer's card in their own Android device.
Important information
We draw your attention to the fact that the Lenta hypermarket has a rather strict policy regarding the use of third-party applications that store all virtual cards of users - when using such a program, cashiers will simply refuse to transfer bonuses to the card. So we recommend using the "official" app exclusively.
Key features
- informs about new discounts, informing the difference in price;
- carries out the accrual of bonuses to the account without scanning a plastic card;
- contains tools for creating a shopping list;
- has a concise interface and a convenient menu;
- allows you to search for the nearest hypermarkets on built-in maps;
- works on all current versions of the Android operating system.
Dear Ribbon, have you forgotten the meaning of discount cards? The discount card is not for giving me a discount or making me a VIP, but in order to financially motivate me to go to your store. Now there is no motivation. I do not intend to carry your stupid plastic, and so the wallet is difficult to close from dozens of cards. I'll just go to other stores, of which there are thousands. And you won't see my money again. Greed will ruin the frayer. All stores, except yours, perfectly accept the barcode of the card in the application without any questions. Your prices are also not cheap compared to competitors. I spent more than one hundred thousand rubles in your store! In the pursuit of your skidded pennies, you have lost thousands, "economists"! Clients are not needed - please. And your wonderful "innovation" appeared just in the conditions of sanctions with half-empty shelves. I wish you splurge with this approach to your loyal and loyal customers!
The Lenta mobile application enables everyone who has installed it on their device to be aware of the latest offers and promotions from the chain's supermarkets and hypermarkets. With the mobile add-on, it is impossible to miss discounts on hot goods, it makes life more comfortable.
What is the app?
By installing the "Lenta", everyone gets access to a full description of the promotions and offers of the trading network. The list of vacancies and store addresses become available on your device anywhere in the country.
Thanks to the mobile add-on, you can independently generate a list of goods necessary for purchases according to a plan that was drawn up in advance. Everyone who installs the program gets access:
- To new product catalogs.
- To offers and promotions.
- Will be able to find the store closest to her home.
- To search for the necessary and in-demand vacancies.
The program is downloaded and installed absolutely free.
For which devices
Today the application is being developed and is available for all users of any smartphones with Android and IOS operating systems. A Windows release is planned soon.
Where to download and how to register?
Anyone can download and register the "Ribbon" in the application market.
For owners of android devices from Google Play at the link:
For IOS devices via the App Store:
What you can watch and what actions to take in the application
In addition to the functions described above, you can receive information about such important things:
- About the goods of the week.
- Hot promotions.
- Personal suggestions.
- The program makes it possible to see the number of points on a virtual card and will allow you to use it at the store checkout.
To fully use the Lenta mobile application, you need to have a loyal customer card.
How to add a Ribbon card to Wallet
For Apple smartphone users, adding a Ribbon card to Wallet is the same as adding others. In case of problems, you need to contact the store directly or to the support service at 8 800 700 41 11.
Conclusion
The Lenta mobile application gives all owners of Android and IOS smartphones great advantages. Everyone can understand its functionality, and most importantly, it is installed free of charge and makes it possible to purchase goods at a low price. Plus, very soon it will become available to everyone on the Windows platform and the audience of users will increase.
