MY PICK OF THE WEEK’S APPS

CHAMPIONS LEAGUE FANTASY IOS PRICE: FREE

Choose your team for the 2017/18 season, decide on transfers, pick a starting XI and you’re off. Ronaldo, Messi, Neuer, they’re all there.

FOOTSTEPS IOS PRICE: FREE

My favourite, no frills, no nonsense pedometer. Works in the background and has a count for walking and running. Nice features like distance alert. It’s accurate.

DOT 2 DOT ANDROID PRICE: FREE

This is vintage fun but also a clever puzzle game. Connect the dots, even without an internet connection. With 300 to 1,000 dots per game.

DUBLIN BUSTER IOS PRICE: €3.49

Whether a commuter or tourist, this app is a clever way to find and plan bus routes. Find stops near attractions and it will even figure out transfers to another route.

SNAPCHAT ANDROID PRICE: FREE

It’s not just for youngsters and Snapchat says life’s better if you live in the moment. Snap your way through an evening or day out.

WATER MINDER ANDROID PRICE: FREE

An easy way to track your water intake. Based on body weight, it will remind you to drink your daily amount so you stay healthily hydrated