Five mobile apps to help you run down key info

Introduction

One thing that’s boosted the popularity of smartphones and\r\ntablets is the way they put information at your fingertips right when you need\r\nit. Yes, you can find almost anything you’re looking for by using a Web browser\r\nand a little patience. But a number of reference apps can make it easier to\r\ntrack down all sorts types of information. Here are five apps I’ve found to be\r\nparticularly useful.

Note: This gallery is\r\nalso available as an article.

WhatTheFont

WhatTheFont is currently available only for iOS.

MyDataManager

MyDataManager also allows you to configure plans and alarms so that you\r\nwill know when you are close to reaching your data limit. It’s available for iOS and Android.

GlobeConvert

GlobeConvert is an awesome free tool for performing just about any kind of conversion\r\nimaginable. Conversion categories include standard data types, such as time,\r\ntemperature, length, and currency, but you can also perform conversions related\r\nto less common data types, like pressure and power.

GlobeConvert

Each conversion type is fully configurable. For example, the\r\nLength conversion supports things like millimeters, miles, yards, and  inches. GlobeConvert\r\nis currently available for iOS.

Parcel – Delivery Tracking

The free version is limited to providing push notifications for\r\nthree packages at a time, but for $1.99 per year, the premium version removes\r\nthis limitation. Parcel \u2013 Delivery Tracking is currently available for iOS.

Wikipanion

The software also includes  a dictionary function that allows you\r\nto look up words without having to leave the article. Wikipanion is currently available for iOS.