Exploring the wide world of phone apps can be an exciting adventure! However, with so many options, it can be pretty difficult to find the most helpful ones. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite apps that we hope to be a welcome surprise for you and the important people in your life. With everything from mobile blood pressure monitoring to an app that reminds you where you parked your car, there’s no shortage of tools that will help you day in and day out.
This app has many hidden gems that you may not know about! While the map itself is second to none, the feature that will really give you some peace of mind is the ‘Parking Location’ option.
It’s pretty simple. Follow these steps when you park:
- Open Google Maps
- Click on the blue dot that shows your current location.
- Choose “Set as parking location” from the menu.
- Your parking location is saved!
When you’re ready to find your car upon leaving:
- Click the larger blue “Directions” icon
- Choose “Saved parking” from the provided options.
- You’re good to go!
Keeping track of health information is critical, but having access to health history can be a challenge. iBP, an app that allows you to easily monitor blood pressure, makes this information easy to input and therefore easy to provide to a health care worker. Not only is it intuitive to use, but the app can also be shared between multiple people and is therefore ideal for caregivers and care recipients. As a bonus, the data is reported in simple-to-understand color-coded graphs, which takes the guesswork out of blood pressure monitoring.
AARP is an excellent resource across the board but did you know that they have a mobile app for easy use? Members have quick access to their digital card and will benefit from relevant news and special offers only available to seniors. The app also has listings for local events to prevent isolation and allows seniors to engage with their community. Joining and renewing is simple. Download today and experience all of AARP benefits on the go!
Map My Run (free for iOS and Android)
Map My Run isn’t just for marathoners (though you can use it for that too!) This app tracks you when you want to be tracked. Take a stroll through your favorite park, trail, or even the mall. You’ll see first hand how fast and far you go. You can set personal goals and achieve them easily with this great tool.
Magnifying Glass & Flashlight (free for iOS and Android)
Not being able to see can be frustrating, especially when you’re trying to read the menu at a restaurant. Now you can use this phone app to read that tiny writing. Slowly move the camera (found in the app) over whatever you’re reading and the print becomes bigger before your eyes. While it may not be the best for long reads, like a novel, it will be helpful for everything from brochures to street signs.
No app is a cure-all for life’s daily annoyances but some of them can be quickly eased by browsing through the tools listed above.
