I love apps. I’ve got one that helps me budget, one to help me sleep, two to help me be more mindful, one to track my period – the list goes on. Honestly, what was life even like pre-smartphones? Um… I think I remember being disorganised, unprepared and totally clueless about what I wanted my dream bedroom to look like (thanks Pinterest).
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Now, thanks to the wonders of technology, we don’t need to worry about planning our days, asking for directions or getting a ride at the last minute. Apps are helping us simplify everyday tasks – both personally and professionally. Here’s a range of apps you won’t regret adding to your phone.
Flo
I’ve been using this app for about four years and now I can’t do without it. It’s actually gotten to the point where it can accurately predict my period – no more guessing. Log everything from your moods to your discharge, even your sexual habits. It also serves up insightful articles and tips so you learn more about your body and how to manage your cycle.
Download now: Google Appstore, IOS
Forest
Got a ton of things on your to-do list, but can’t seem to stop strolling through Insta or your Twitter feed? I’ve tested loads of productivity apps, but this is a fave. You set the amount of time you want to be productive; the plant represents the time (you can’t use exit the app during this time). As long as you’re productive, your planet will grow.
Want to cut your time short? Be prepared to lose your plant. This was enough of an incentive for me to make it through my set time. And the more time you spend using the app, the bigger your forest grows. Now you can literally see the fruits – err plants? – of your labour.
Download now: Google Appstore, IOS
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Calm
If you’ve been meaning to get into meditation, this will help you stick to it. Calm is a simple mindfulness app that’s super easy to use and offers great guidance so you can finally nail meditation. It has a variety of free and paid programs to help you sleep, meditate and practise breathing techniques.
Download now: Google Appstore, IOS
22seven
Ever wonder how much money you’re spending on your daily coffee? 22seven is a budgeting and investing app that helps you manage your money more easily and invest it more smartly. It links to all SA bank accounts, credit and store cards, investments, loans and rewards cards. You can create a budget, keep track of your income and expenses and even invest.
Download now: Google Appstore, IOS
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MyFitnessPal
This app is a favourite among fitness fanatics. It’s great for helping you monitor your weight loss and fitness goals by taking out the guesswork when it comes to calories. With a database of over five million foods, it’s easy to track your macros. And when you’re done tracking at the end of the day, it gives you a rundown of calories consumed and burnt – and predicts how much you’d weigh if you maintain your eating habits.
Download now: Google Appstore, IOS
Sleepo
Simply called sleepo, this app helps you do just that. If you’re like me and need some assistance getting to sleep, this will help. A variety of sounds assist with getting a peaceful night’s rest. Plus: You can layer multiple sounds to create your unique sleep soundtrack, set the timer and slip off into dreamland. A personal fave is aeroplane noise mixed with the sound of a fan.
This app isn’t available on IOS but this one is pretty similar.
Download now: Google Appstore
Splitwise
Paying split bills has never been easier. Splitwise takes the trouble out of sharing expenses with roommates, friends and anyone who owes you money. It keeps a running total over time, so you can pay each other back in one big instalment and even sends you a friendly reminder when the money is due. They also provide you with helpful articles on how to deal with tricky money issues, like just how you should split the rent, and at what point your partner becomes a roommate? I mean, talk about a life-saver.
Download now: Google Appstore, IOS
Wunderlist
Do you keep forgetting to buy peanut butter? Totally forgot to pack that super-cute bikini for your weekend away? Forget no more. Wunderlist sets a reminder for all the tasks you need to get done. Create collaborative to-do lists with your friends and family to help them remember that’s it’s their turn to do the laundry or buy milk.
Download now: Google Appstore, IOS
