It’s that time of the year again, when either you or someone you know has received a new Android phone as a gift for the holidays. If you’re new to Android or just looking for some fresh recommendations to enhance your smartphone experience, you’re in luck.
Here is a curated list of apps, games, and wallpaper sources that we personally enjoy and recommend. Feel free to explore and try them out for yourself:
Apps:
- Hevy – A workout tracking app perfect for solo workouts at home or in the gym, ad-free and free to use with optional in-app purchases.
- Lose It! – A macro-counting app with a handy feature that allows you to log meal details by taking pictures.
- Suno – An AI-powered music app for creating customized songs effortlessly.
- Telegram – A messaging app that continues to improve and is a great alternative to traditional messaging apps.
Games:
- Pokemon Sleep – A game that tracks your sleep patterns and incorporates Pokemon elements.
- Pokemon GO! – The popular augmented reality game where you catch and battle Pokemon in real-world locations.
- Pokemon TCG – A digital Pokemon card game where you can collect and play against online opponents.
- Marvel SNAP – A Marvel-themed mobile game that is engaging for Marvel fans.
- Monument Valley 3 – The latest installment in the series, offering visually stunning gameplay.
Wallpapers:
- USGS on Unsplash – A collection of stunning satellite imagery and photography.
- Threads – An AI-generated wallpaper app with a mix of user-submitted photography.
- Abstruct – A wallpaper app featuring creations by the artist behind OnePlus’ wallpapers.
- Basic Apple Guy – A site with wallpapers designed for iPhones but suitable for Android and desktop users as well.
- Martin Naumann – An artist offering high-quality wallpaper packs for a small fee to support their work.
We hope you enjoy exploring these recommendations on your new Android device or sprucing up your current one. Feel free to share your favorite apps, games, or wallpapers in the comments. Happy holidays!