MY PICK OF THE WEEK'S APPS

TRIP ADVISOR IOS PRICE: FREE

The web version is fine, but the new version of this app is ideal if you’re out and about at home, or on holiday. There are 500 million reviews of restaurants and hotels from travellers and its booking comparison references 200+ sites for best prices.

HOMO MACHINA IOS PRICE: €3.49

Inspired by the work of avantgarde scientist Fritz Kahn this app is great puzzle game and will also teach the player about the workings of the human body. From opening your eyes to eating toast, this app examines the science of how we live.

PANINI FOOTBALL STICKERS ANDROID PRICE: FREE

This will bring you back in time. An official Fifa app version of the oldfashioned sticker albums that lets you collect, stick and even swap players for the upcoming World Cup. It includes all 32 teams and you’ll probably get stuck looking for Ronaldo! STONE SKIMMING IOS PRICE: FREE This is one of those apps that’s ideal for idle time at the airport. You skim stones across the digital lake avoiding obstacles as you throw. You can compete with other players and unlock fancy new stones.