APPS SPECIAL ............12 must apps to get stuff done at work

12 must apps to get stuff done at work

here never seems to be enough time during the day to get everything done at work. Projects keep piling up, phone calls never stop, and meetings never end. Sometimes all you need is an app to keep you motivated. Here are 12 essential apps you need for getting stuff done in the office, so you can enjoy your weekend and not work overtime.

1 Use Mailtracker to see if someone actually read the email you sent.
This helpful iOS app syncs with the iPhones mailbox and can send you a detailed notification of when the other person reads a message, where they read it from, etc.
Price: Free Available: iOS

2 Pushbullet will make sure you never forget an important document in the office.
The app syncs with your computer and can display all of your notifications from your phone right to the screen. Pushbullet can let you send files between devices, which can be immediately downloaded. Send an address to yourself so Google Maps can open and find the location. It’s available for a variety of platforms.
Price: Free Available: iOS, Android, Chrome and Firefox

3 Focus Lock blocks all distractions from your phone.
This Android app lets you select certain apps to be locked out of and set a timer for when they can be free. You can still receive phone calls and check emails, but you won’t get frequent updates about sports scores or the weather.
Price: Free Available: Android

4 ETA is a perfect app for people who can’t plan their time accordingly.
I f you have to d rive to you r n e x t a p p oi nt - ment, ETA will tell you how long that will take in current traffic. The app provides a smoother process for finding out where you need to go instead of using the pre-installed Maps app.
Price: Free Available: iOS

5 Use Level Money to help save money for retirement.
Once you download Level Money, it syncs with your accounts and provides accurate updates of transactions. The app automatically detects your spending and deposits to give you a complete overview of your financial situation. It’s a perfect app to help you plan for the future.
Price: Free Available: iOS and Android

6 You can’t go wrong with Evernote for staying organised.
Evernote is a multi-purpose app that lets you write notes, to-do lists and tasks that sync across all your devices. It’s perfect for taking notes in the middle of a meeting. It even has a scanning feature for obtaining business cards.
Price: Free Available: iOS, Android, BlackBerry and Nokia

7 Google Wallet will help ease your worries when you’re expecting a package.
Google Wallet will reduce your stress with the “Orders” section. It can send you quick updates about the status of a package. You won’t need to keep checking the UPS or FedEx website, since the app will send a notification every time something changes with whatever is being shipped to your office.
Price: Free Available: iOS and Android

8 Swype Keyboard will help you type messages in a hurry.
Swype Keyboard for Android lets you type without lifting a finger. Slide your finger across the letters to compose messages and search for information quickly and efficiently. Since Swype interprets what you are trying to say if you make a spelling error, you’ll never have to worry about a typo when sending an emergency message to your boss.
Price: 248
Available: Android

9 Carousel automatically organises pictures and videos for presentations.
Cloud storage service Dropbox just unveiled the app, which automatically organises photos and videos for you into condensed galleries. With a few simple swipes, you can view pictures from any time period. The app groups images and videos so you can quickly put something together.
Price: Free
Available: iOS and Android

10 Full helps you schedule time for the important stuff.
Use it to set monthly goals for yourself. You can spend time trying to run 15 miles before the month is over or read a novel in two weeks. Full will help you relax.
Price: Free Available: iOS

11 The Email Game actually makes it fun to organise your inbox.
A Chrome extension called The Email Game can make organising your inbox less arduous. Timers are added to your inbox, forcing you to decide which messages deserve your attention and which can wait for later. Earn points and compete against friends to see who can answer emails and reduce their inbox the fastest.
Price: Free Available: Chrome

12 Make your phone get things done with IFTTT.
IFTTT helps you to complete tasks you don’t have time for. The app lets you create “recipes” which means certain programs can interact with each other. You can schedule a weather alert to be delivered to your phone promptly at 7 am every day. Schedule certain reminders for yourself such as pay the rent on specific days each month.
Price: Free Available: iOS
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