7 awesome Android apps not available for iPhone

Developers usually make apps for the iPhone first, which means updates for Android and other platforms can take a little while to get to users of those platforms.

But there are quite a few awesome apps that Android owners can use that their iPhone-using friends can't.

1. Hello SMS

July 23,2014

 

 

 

 

Hello SMS replaces the messaging app built into most Android phones. The app utilizes a tab system to organize chats so you can quickly alternate between conversations with a single touch. Time Stamps give you the ability to quickly respond to messages as well. Plus, you can send an assortment of emoji to spruce up a boring group chat.

Price: Free

2. Aviate

July 23,2014

Aviate's goal is to deliver you the right apps at the right time. The program learns your habits and can customize the apps on your screen for certain situations. When you wake up in the morning, Aviate can immediately deliver the traffic reports and reminders about calendar meetings right to your phone.

Price: Free

 

3. Tasker

July 23,2014

Tasker lets you tweak certain features on your phone, such as canceling pop-up notifications from other apps. You have a wide selection of actions to choose from. Tasker contains more than 200 actions and triggers that let you control various aspects of your device.

Price: $2.99

 

4. Link Bubble

July 23,2014

Imagine you find an interesting link on Twitter. Link Bubble will let you click on it and then load it in the background while you continue using Twitter. Once you close the app, the link will be available for your viewing pleasure. It can be tough to remember all the cool stuff you see online, so Link Bubble makes it easier for you to keep track of everything.

Price: Free

 

5. DU Battery Saver

July 23,2014

DU Battery Saver is a multilingual program that can increase battery life up to 50%. Its coolest feature is that it can quickly identify the apps that are draining the most power from your phone or tablet. Most iPhone apps related to battery power don't have these smart capabilities so Android users are in luck.

Price: Free

 

6. Puzzle Alarm Clock

July 23,2014

If you are not a morning person, you have to download Puzzle Alarm Clock. The app is very simple. When you wake up in the morning, it will deliver four different types of puzzles to your phone. The app will then determine whether you e awake enough to turn off the alarm.

Price: Free

7. SwiftKey

July 23,2014

SwiftKey is a predictive keyboard that provides accurate corrections when quickly sending messages. The app learns your writing style and can quickly correct spelling mistakes. You will never have to worry about a friend misinterpreting a text again. With the upcoming iOS 8, the keyboard is expected to soon arrive on iPhone.

Price: $3.99