MY PICK OF THE WEEK’S APPS

HEAD OF STATE IOS PRICE: €1.09

If global politics isn’t entertaining enough, this game lets you plot your own Machiavellian rise from political nobody to Head of State. Choose an ideology, pick some policies, and rule your world.

JAMIE’S ULTIMATE RECIPES IOS PRICE: €7.99

Jamie has packed in over 600 of his favourites into this app. They’re all there, from quick suppers to healthy mid-week meals. Step-by-step instructions with photos along the way.

TRANSLATOR FOR EDGE WINDOWS PRICE: FREE

If you’re using Microsoft Edge, this clever app will let you click on the icon and translate foreign language webpages instantly. There are 60+ languages available.

FORTNITE IOS PRICE: FREE

The whole world seems to be talking about this game, and it isn’t just for youngsters. You build your squad, drop in to your favourite zone and compete in the Battle Royale to be the last one standing.

CRICKET LINE PLUS ANDROID PRICE: €7.49

The most comprehensive access to cricket scores and results. There are scoreboards, season schedules and player rankings. It also has ball-by-ball updates and commentary.

PRETTY EASY PRIVACY ANDROID PRICE: €0.59

This makes e-mail encryption easy on your Android phone. You can set it up with your email address and encrypt attachments. Security and privacy are built in.