Great Apps of Android

In today's fast changing world, technology has evolved in every sphere of life. Smart phones and Tablets being the latest and most charming of all. Even though there are innumerable operating systems on which these devices run, the most popular remains Android.

Android is an operating system based on the Linux kernel and designed primarily for touch screen mobile devices such as smart phones and tablet computers. Initially developed by Android, Inc., which Google backed financially and later bought in 2005, Android was unveiled in 2007 along with the founding of the Open Handset Alliance: a consortium of hardware, software, and telecommunication companies devoted to advancing open standards for mobile devices.

Here are some of the great apps that Android offers its users.

Opera Mini Web Browser

The Opera Mini browser is a web browser for mobile devices. It claims to be the world's fastest Android browser and says one can surf internet on mobile as easily as on a desktop computer. Opera Mini Web Browser reduces data costs by up to 90% with unique compression technology.

MX Player

MX Player is a video playing app that supports multi-core decoding. One can enjoy a full movie using MX Player. This app comes with a kids lock feature as well, preventing them from making any call while watching the video content. It fully supports Android 4.2 Jelly Bean MR1.

Viber

Viber, can be used to text, call, and send photo and video messages worldwide over Wifi or 3G for free. It has more than 200 million users. The app syncs with mobile contact list, automatically detecting which of the contacts have Viber. This app is capable of making free calls with HD sound quality.

Dictionary.com

This essentially is an educational app and serves as an android based dictionary.  The number one free English dictionary app for Android since 2010 with over 2,000,000 definitions and synonyms. The app has additional features like word of the day, the hot word and slideshows.

Fast Racing 3D

It's among the top adventure sports' apps on the Google store. The app provides a game in which fast racing combines with stunning, high fidelity graphics. It has cutting edge 3D graphics and great impact-crash sound effects. The thrilling game has well over 10 hours of game play in the massive career mode with 48 levels.

AppLock

This app protects one's privacy. One can lock sms, contacts, gmail, facebook, gallery, market, settings, calls and other apps with the help of AppLock.

My Tracks

My Tracks is health and fitness App that records the distance, speed and elevation while you walk, jog or travel outdoors. Besides recording, this app also lets you view the data live, annotate your path and hear voice announcements of your progress. The data can be synced and shared with friends through Google Drive and Google+ as well.

Flipboard

Flipboard is a great way to read RSS feeds and connect with social networks, providing a magazine style layout you can flip through with a swipe of your finger. With tons of customization options and a unique magazine-style interface, Flipboard is a great choice for those who prefer to browse the latest news and social info.

Go Launcher EX

GO Launcher EX boasts of numerous customizable options, a plethora of unique widgets and wonderful special effects. The super speedy app offers smooth operation and is the best home screen replacement as it transforms your phone.

DU Battery Saver & Widgets

With this free battery saving app you can get up to 50% more battery life for your Android devices with smart pre-set battery power management modes. This app protects against poor charging, battery hogging apps and overlooked device settings that can drain your battery life.

Kingsoft Office 5.8.1 (Free)

This application provides a complete feature set with an user friendly and nice interface. The app is capable of delivering the best user experience and superior performance in any Android device be it small screen or large screen. It is integrated with mail, supports Google Drive and other cloud storage services and has built in file manager as well.

PicsArt - Photo Studio

PicsArt - Photo Studio has incredible features to edit and add effects to your images. The app has its own community and you can share your images to popular social networks as well. Instead of editing an existing image or photo, you can choose to draw a new one from scratch.

Talking Tom Cat 2 Free

Talking Tom Cat 2 is a well-designed app that offers a virtual pet cat that responds to touch and repeats everything you say in a funny voice. Despite its neatly designed interface, the limited interaction offered in this app combined with the enhanced graphics are quite interesting and entertaining.