I admit to being slightly tech challenged (I haven't yet taken the time to figure out how to watch the new Downton Abbey season online before January, since its debut in the UK in Sept. If you know, let me know!), but I'm trying to work on this and thought I'd share some of my favorite apps right now.
I treated myself to a new iPhone (the 6) for my birthday in September (which I promptly broke, but that's another story) partly because of their new ApplePay. It's not accepted many places yet, but more are coming, and I'm getting the hang of it. It is super slick. It is supposed to be much more secure than swiping credit cards (which we use for everything and pay off monthly) because it is encrypted using a one time code, so there is nothing meaningful for a hacker to steal.
I signed up for Target's Cartwheel app over a year ago, but then didn't use it for months. When I finally got into it last summer, it became a bit of an addiction. One that has now saved me nearly $350... If you haven't tried it yet, it is really great, and yes highly addictive (you've been warned).
Amazon Price Check is a great little app that will scan the bar code (you can also type, snap or say the product) and search for any item and give you the best price in their system. Really helpful when you find something (in a store, on a deal site, etc.) and wonder if you might be able to find it elsewhere for less or what is the best price.
I'm still a paper planner (and white board calendar) girl, but I've started using the Cozi family organizing app and find it helpful in keeping our four calendars coordinated. It also gives you the option of automatic updates on family movie openings, house maintenance scheduling, and life tips.
I'm a big fan of Consumer Reports and they have a great app for when you are out shopping and want to check if something you're looking at is rated and how it fared in their tests. (Subscription required to access, worth every penny BTW)
Do you have apps that you couldn't live without? Please share! :)
I treated myself to a new iPhone (the 6) for my birthday in September (which I promptly broke, but that's another story) partly because of their new ApplePay. It's not accepted many places yet, but more are coming, and I'm getting the hang of it. It is super slick. It is supposed to be much more secure than swiping credit cards (which we use for everything and pay off monthly) because it is encrypted using a one time code, so there is nothing meaningful for a hacker to steal.
I signed up for Target's Cartwheel app over a year ago, but then didn't use it for months. When I finally got into it last summer, it became a bit of an addiction. One that has now saved me nearly $350... If you haven't tried it yet, it is really great, and yes highly addictive (you've been warned).
Amazon Price Check is a great little app that will scan the bar code (you can also type, snap or say the product) and search for any item and give you the best price in their system. Really helpful when you find something (in a store, on a deal site, etc.) and wonder if you might be able to find it elsewhere for less or what is the best price.
I'm still a paper planner (and white board calendar) girl, but I've started using the Cozi family organizing app and find it helpful in keeping our four calendars coordinated. It also gives you the option of automatic updates on family movie openings, house maintenance scheduling, and life tips.
I'm a big fan of Consumer Reports and they have a great app for when you are out shopping and want to check if something you're looking at is rated and how it fared in their tests. (Subscription required to access, worth every penny BTW)
Do you have apps that you couldn't live without? Please share! :)
