School, college or university -- if you are a student then you know
how it feels to carry around a vast amount of equipment all day every
day. From papers to books to pens and calculators, you name it you
probably have it stashed away in your bag. However, maybe it is time to
forget some of these things and leave them behind by turning your focus
to your tablets and smartphones.
So take your student experience to the next level by downloading the following apps -- all of which are free!
1. Pocket points
Who
doesn’t like free stuff? This innovative app rewards you for paying
attention in class! The way it works is simple. You turn off your phone
when you’re in class and gain points for the amount of time your phone
is turned off. These points can then be used at local businesses around
your University. For any cash strapped student, this app can be an
absolute life saver and on top of that you can expect higher grades for
paying attention in class!
2. Merriam-Webster dictionary
This
is a dictionary that is there for you all the time on your mobile
phone. There is no need to carry around a pocket dictionary because this
is all you need right here. While it is easy to google a word to find
out its meaning, sometimes you do not have internet connection to do so.
This app works offline with results appearing quickly with definitions,
word origins, synonyms and antonyms. An audio feature will also show
you how the word is pronounced.
3. CamScanner
Are
you tired of carrying around stacks of papers? Are you fed up of
spending out lots of money on photocopies? If so this is the mobile app
for you. This handy little app allows you to take photos of pages and
handouts. It works like a mini scanner and the setting enhance the text
making it easier to read. You can add notes to the file and also save
copies in PDF format so you can share them.
4. iAnnotate
There
is no longer a need to print out documents and add your own notes to
them because choosing to use this app will allow you to make notes,
comments and mark PDF files. The app makes it possible to open multiple
tabs which makes it possible to switch between documents without having
to close others.
5. Google docs
Good
old trusty Google. Just when it used to be difficult to work on the
same document with you friends this app allows collaborative working.
This means that a group of you can work simultaneously on the same
document. You can see the changes others are making in real time and
also chat and comment at the same time. Discussions can be started in
order to understand the topics before you commit to submitting your
paper.
6. MyScript calculator
Ever
wanted to write a math problem out and have the answer appear before
your very eyes? This app allows you to write your mathematical problems
before giving you the answer instantly. It could provide the extra help
that you need but if you have any long and complex equations then this
won’t be able to help but it is still pretty cool.
7. My exams
These
days we have to remember a lot of things. Passwords, PIN numbers and
birthdays so remembering deadlines and exam dates can be rather tricky.
This app provides you with a countdown for all of your tests and
submission dates but it also offers a to-do list function for each event
making it simple to plan.
8. Dropbox
If
ever there was a time to lose your work it would be around exam time or
deadline dates. Losing a laptop or even a USB flash drive can cause you
to lose everything so don’t let that happen. Back up is key and this is
where Dropbox can help. You can create a drive that allows you to
access your documents from anywhere. Work can be synched between
different devices which means it is always available. Never lose your
work again!
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