POLOKWANE – Technology helps to make life a little easier. Whether you make use of fancy gadgets or applications (or apps), there are apps and gadgets available for almost everything.

Some are free while others have a once-off or monthly cost. Whether you make use of Google Play Store or Apple’s App Store, we have just the right apps for you and your kids.

App of the week:

• Google Podcasts

You are able to play the latest episodes from your favourite shows, explore podcast recommendations just for you and manage your listening activity. Cost: Free to download. Download: App Store or Play Store.

App for the kids:

• Unblock

Train your brain with exciting block puzzles which keeps your mood fresh.From easy block puzzles to difficult ones – there is a new challenge in every level.

Cost: Free to download.

Download: App Store or Play Store.

For business:

• Adobe Connect

With Adobe Connect you can attend meetings, webinars and virtual classrooms. The app allows you to view and participate, present content and when you have a Creative Cloud account, host online meetings.

Cost: Free to download but in-app purchases.

Download: App Store or Play Store.

Gadget of the week: 

• True Utility® FIXR – 20 Tools In 1

True Utility FIXR Multi-tool is the ultimate pocket tool. With 20 tools, the FIXR is flat, light, strong, and infinitely useful.

Cost:  R199 excluding delivery.

Buy it here on Mantality.