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Apple Music vs Spotify: Which is the best music streaming service?

By Henry T. Casey

Apple Music offers a compelling mix of streaming music, live radio and social interaction, but is it better than Spotify?

Best audiobook apps in 2020

By John Corpuz

Here are the best audiobook apps for Android and iOS, from options packed with the latest bestsellers to simple apps with classic literature.

The best ad blockers in 2020

By John Corpuz

The best ad blockers and privacy extensions zap irritating ads and help you opt out of intrusive marketing schemes.

The best Android antivirus apps in 2020

By Paul Wagenseil, Tom's Guide Staff

Bitdefender Mobile Security is the best Android antivirus app, but Norton Mobile Security is a close second.

The best VPN services in 2020 | Top 10 VPNs ranked

By James Rivington

VPN The best VPNs to keep your data safe - the perfect tool if you care about your privacy, travel frequently or often work on public Wi-Fi.

Best productivity apps in 2020

By John Corpuz, Jackie Dove

These are the best productivity apps for iOS and Android devices, from note taking apps and office suites to calendars and to-do lists.

twitter adds new threaded tweets feature

Twitter just made threading tweets easier: Here's how to do it

By Henry T. Casey

The Twitter app just got a new trick for threading tweets. Here's everything you need to figure out how to use it now.

Best trivia apps of 2020

By John Corpuz

Flex your brain power with the best trivia apps, whether you're a pop culture wunderkind, a history buff or sports stats junkie.

Microsoft Office the app looks to be your one stop home for all things productivity

New Microsoft Office app combines Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and it's pretty impressive

By Henry T. Casey

Excel, Word and PowerPoint, and a bunch of mobile productivity features, have been sorted into Microsoft Office app.

Spotify news: New Lyrics feature lets you get into your Karaoke groove

By Richard Priday

While it’s not fully rolled out to all users yet, Spotify is adding lyrics to its songs on iOS and Android phones, plus the desktop app too.

Best budgeting and personal finance apps for 2020

By John Corpuz, Jackie Dove

The best spending tracking apps keep your costs in check and stay in the black. Here's a look at our favorite budgeting and personal finance apps.

Match dating app lets you alert friends when your date goes bad

By Philip Michaels

In the latest safety measure for one of Match Group's dating apps, Match will let you send out alerts when you feel unsafe. Tinder added a similar feature last month.

Not seeing ads on Instagram? Here's why

By Jesus Diaz

The head of Instagram has admitted that there are indeed some users who don’t see ads on Instagram — and explained why

Out of questions: HQ pulls the plug on its trivia app

By Philip Michaels

Say goodbye to HQ Trivia's daily contests, as the once-popular is shuttered by its owners.

Best encrypted messaging apps

By John Corpuz

Worried about others snooping on your conversations? Check out the best encrypted messaging apps for Android and iOS devices.

Best Android cleaner and optimization apps for 2020

By John Corpuz, Derek Walter

Android apps can optimize your smartphone or tablet's performance thanks to cache cleaners and overclocking tools. Here are the best cleaner apps for tinkering.

Best tycoon games: Top business sims and management games for mobile

By John Corpuz

Found your own mega-corporation, run a brewery and more with these tycoon games that simulate real-world businesses on your smartphone.

Qustodio parental-control app review: a bit pricey but worth it

By Sean Riley

Qustodio monitors Mac and PCs as well as mobile devices, but it can get pricey.

Best parental control apps for Android and iPhone 2020

By Paul Wagenseil

Want to make sure your kids are safe on their phones? Here are the best parental control apps for managing apps, filtering websites and logging activities.

Best running apps

By John Corpuz

Turn off that infinite runner game and get moving with one of these top running apps for Android and iOS.

Best PlayStation emulators for desktop PCs

By John Corpuz

Dust off your PlayStation classics with these Sony PlayStation emulators.

Best dating apps for 2020

By John Corpuz, Jackie Dove

Check out the best dating apps for finding new friends, hook-ups and romantic partners, whether you're looking for a long-term relationship or just a quick fling.

Best mobile role-playing games

By John Corpuz, Michael Andronico

From old-school dungeon crawlers to modern action RPGs, these are the best mobile RPGs for your Android or iOS device.

Best calendar apps for 2020

By John Corpuz

Get organized and stay on schedule with the best calendar apps for Android and iOS.

Best Android remote control apps

By John Corpuz

Take control of your TV or smart appliances with these remote control apps for your Android smartphone or tablet.

Google is making an all-in-one communications app to take on Slack and Microsoft

By Richard Priday

The new business-focussed app in development by Google combines some of its most used apps into one.

How to use Off-Facebook Activity to clear your history

By Richard Priday

Here's how to change your Off-Facebook Activity settings to protect your online privacy.

The Pixel 4’s best feature is coming to lots of Android phones with this app

By Richard Priday

The Google Translate Android app will be able to transcribe speech soon.

Best drawing apps of 2020

By John Corpuz

Here are the best drawing apps, from simple doodling tools to high end professional suites that turn your device into an art studio.

Best iPad apps

By John Corpuz, Henry T. Casey

From magazine and news readers to productivity and photo editing tools, we take a look at the best iPad apps that take advantages of the tablet's massive screen space and solid specs.

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