Just a few short years ago we had no idea what an app was or why we would need such a thing... Once Apple and Google launched their respective app stores, they unleashed a wave of crazy downloading because people realised that their smartphones and tablets could be so much more with just a few taps on the screen.
A somewhat recent development of the app world saw the release of app stores for browsers. We are increasingly becoming accustomed to the integration of devices, so it's no surprise that people like making their user experience better; not just on their mobile devices but on their PCs as well.
The Chrome Web Store currently offers thousands and thousands of apps. Let's review 10 which are definitely worth trying.
TweetDeck
This Chrome app is the easiest way to monitor all the conversations and topics you are interested in. It provides a great interface which you can customise with people, things or anything else you like. You can also quickly and easily share your thoughts, photos and whatever else you desire. It currently has over 1,400,000 users and it's absolutely free!
wikiHow Survival Kit
This amazing app is your ultimate guide through the Big Bad World. From everyday situations like changing tyres and repairing common household appliances, to rare and unlikely events such as escaping from a bear or landing a plane - this app can teach you everything you need to know to survive. With only 100,583, its popularity is still quite low, but it is most definitely worth a look.
Graphicly Comics
Are you a regular ComicCon attendee? This is the greatest app for reading comics you could have on your browser. It allows you to quickly find new issues, add your favourite titles to your own library, share the content with your friends and much more. It currently offers more than 3000 titles so you are definitely in for a treat.
Jolicloud
Do you have several cloud accounts which you wish could be somehow managed from one place? Jolicloud is your cloud manager where all your content can be reviewed, edited, downloaded and installed on different devices and much, much more. It's almost like a virtual operating system - your own computer in the cloud!
Autodesk Homestyler
If you are about to start a redecorating project and are wondering what to do exactly, this app will be of great assistance. It allows you to create a full 3D model of your house where you can add different furniture and move it around, try different colour combinations, see how the shade of the wooden doors works with the interior and much more. On top of that, you can review what other homeowners have already done and draw inspiration from them.
Cut the Rope
As far as game apps go, this is considered royalty. The game is available for all kinds of devices and platforms so you can play it anywhere you like. Choosing to download it for Chrome means that you will be able to enjoy the cute Om Nom in all his giant glory and listen to the happy sounds of him eating candy on your big and loud desktop speakers.
Springpad
This app is not just a notebook creator - it is an interest manager! With it you can save your favourite recipes, receive alerts when your desired items are available at a discount, share a notebook with family or a friend to discuss various ideas, share them with the public to let them know what your interests are and so much more. And the greatest part is that for every piece of data you add to your notebooks, Springpad will show you all the available relevant information.
Pulsate
This app's motto is "touch twice and relax". It is a simple app in which variously sized circles collide to the sound of relaxing music and create a very enjoyable atmosphere. It is the perfect remedy if you've had a long, hard day at work and just want to unwind.
My Chrome Theme
You want to personalise your Chrome browser but none of the available themes are good enough for you. Make one yourself then. This app lets you personalise the background image, the colours of the bars and much more. You can then share it with your friends and see if they can come up with something better!
3D Solar System Web
We are all now used to being able to observe the Earth from space. But how about taking a look a bit further into the solar system? This great app gives you a 3D view of the current solar system state with detailed information on the other planets and the Sun.
Man's creativity knows no boundaries. There are so many more amazing apps for Chrome and countless others are going to be created in the near future. All you have to do is browse through the store and you will be in awe of what people can create.
About Author: Rita Rova reviews the latest apps for Oz-Coupons; the coupon site that keeps you informed of the latest technology discounts from forward thinking Australian stores.