Smartphone and Tablet Apps

Software programs or apps can easily be downloaded to your device to allow you to

expand the usage of your phone and tablet beyond just voice communication and email

access. Apps allow you to read a book, watch a movie while traveling, check the

weather, and change your television channel and much more. With the apps you

select, your personalized smartphone or tablet will be just what you need to stay

connected to the things and people that matter most.

Although there are some apps that must be purchased, there are many apps that are

free. The table below provides information on apps that you may be interested in;

instructions on how to add, or download, these apps can be found on the Teach Me tab

Category App and Definition App Icon Price Availability

Books

Amazon Kindle: Online book store, allows user to purchase and download books

Free Android,

Apple iOS, and Windows

Communication Skype: Video chat with family and friends

Free Android,

Apple iOS, and Windows

Email Gmail, Yahoo: Read, send and reply to emails

Free Android and Apple iOS

Entertainment

AT&T Easy Remote: Allows you to control your television from your tablet

Free Android and Apple iOS

Finance

Banking and Credit Card Apps: Review account balances, transfer funds, make payments

Prices vary, most Free

Android, Apple iOS,

and Windows

GPS Navigation

AT&T Navigator: Provides step by step audible navigation

Free Android,

Apple iOS, and Windows

Smartphone and Tablet Apps

Hard of Hearing

SoundAmp R or EarSpy: Amplifies environmental sound

$4.99, Free

SoundAmp-Apple iOS,

EarSpy-Android

Health and Wellness WebMD: Medical information and research

Free Android and Apple iOS

Memory Lumosity: Trains your memory and attention

Free Android and Apple iOS

News and

Information CNN News: Receive up to date national news

Free Android,

Apple iOS, and Windows

Social Media

Facebook: Share photos, experiences, and content with family and friends

Free Android,

Apple iOS, and Windows

Travel TripAdvisor: Read traveler reviews, plan trips

Free Android,

Apple iOS, and Windows

Weather

The Weather Channel: Receive local and national weather information

Free Android,

Apple iOS, and Windows