More and more people today are substituting tablet PCs, like the iPad, for their old clunky, desktops and laptops. Once the main weapons of choice for portability geeks everywhere, laptops and/or netbooks are now in danger of being overturned by the increasing dominance of iPads. These new contenders offer almost the same functionality and features as laptops with even less bulk. The latest incarnation of the iPad, the iPad 3 (released March 2012), measures 9.5 inches high and 7.31 inches wide with a thickness of just 0.37 inches. This is a perfect fit for people who like to carry their work everywhere.
The iPad carries iOS, Apple's mobile operating system, thereby allowing it access to the thousands of apps available in the App Store. Here are 10 Hot New Apps for the iPad (most apps in this list can be downloaded free of charge) that you should download immediately:
1. Wunderlist HD
An excellent task management app that combines simplicity with usability. The interface is very intuitive; you can group related tasks, set deadlines, and even send task notifications straight to your inbox. You can also sync your lists with a whole variety of devices, which means that you can access it everywhere, not just on your iPad alone.
2. Evernote
The perfect app for taking down notes. Takes text notes and records audio as well. Also has a sync option. A very useful app for schoolwork and meetings.
3. Dropbox
Dropbox is the king of cloud storage. Its mobile version for the iPad has the same features as the regular one. Files can be uploaded and accessed anywhere, and can be easily shared with friends and family.
4. Bejeweled Blitz
Popcap, the maker of games like Plants vs Zombies, Bookworm, Zuma and other classics, have released an iPad version of Bejeweled, their famous flagship game.
5. Frotz
The game app for those who yearn for the olden days of text-based, type-and-slash, RPG. This is an adventure game that will actually make you read and think.
6. Temple Run
A seriously addictive game. Gameplay is pretty straight forward; run, jump, and avoid getting yourself killed.
7. My Eyes Only
An app that stores username, passwords and other credentials using highly secure, state-of-the-art encryption. This can protect your personal credentials from unauthorized use in the event that your gadget is stolen.
8. TextNOW
Highly recommended for heavy texters. This app allows users to send unlimited text messages. The service is free for the first three months; four dollars can get you a year's worth of text messages, while eight dollars is for a lifetime subscription. This is an app that can guarantee you huge savings on your phone bill.
9. TweetDeck
Has the same features as the desktop version. Provides a Twitter experience that is greatly optimized for the iPad. One of the best Twitter clients out there.
10. Facebook for iPad
The much-awaited official Facebook-dedicated app was released on October 2011- too much of a wait for iPad-toting Facebook users. Provides a nice, slick interface of the Facebook site, and a lot of features that fully integrates the iPad's capabilities.
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