From music to fitness and fun... keep busy on your phone
Apps are simply “applications”, or computer programs, which help you do different tasks on a mobile device.
You can download lots of free apps from the App Store on your iPhone or iPad or from Google Play on other devices.
There are others you have to pay for but it will always notify you if so.
Search by category, find one you like, click on “GET” and follow the instructions.
The app icon box will then appear on your screen. Here are ten top apps for silver surfers...
Over 6,000 puzzles to choose from with global leader boards to rate your skills against folk around the world
When you get to book a holiday again, Tripit keeps your tickets, car hire details and booking info in one place
Check conditions anywhere around the world for the next 14 days
Fed up waiting on the phone to speak to a person? This queues for you and connects when someone answers
When you’re listening to a song and can’t remember its title, one touch of a button will let Shazam listen and name it
Lets you report problems like potholes, broken drains, graffiti, fly-tipping and much more directly to the council
Reminds you when to take prescribed pills and logs medical measurements like blood glucose or weight
A magnifier and LED light combined. Great for reading small print in dark areas
There’s plenty of support out there.
■ TechSilver product advice TechSilver. co.uk or email hello@techsilver.co.uk
■ supports people of all ages or with any disability or impairment to use technology. abilitynet.org.uk, 0800 269 545
■ has a series of online guides and a Digital Buddy Scheme, ageuk.org.uk, 0800 678 1602