iPhone
Grade Level: Pre-School
Number Sense is first in a series of math apps designed to teach kindergarteners basic math principles. Kids will learn how to count, memorize and compare through games like Numberella and Do the Dotty.
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Formulas Lite
Android
Grade level: High school
Formulas Lite is an easy to use app, which helps you with the most important formulas in math, physics & chemistry. It also includes a scientific calculator, interesting facts, and a translator.
Quickipedia
iPhone, Android, BlackBerry
Grade Level: Middle School, High School
Navigate and read through the Wikipedia entries simply with Quickpedia’s clean user interface, search suggestions, and GPS-informed searches.
Class Buddy
Android
Grade Level: College
Class Buddy helps you to manage your course load and semester schedules, it can even help you to calculate your GPA and log your class attendance. You know, just in case.
They’re not apps but…
All
Grade Level: All
Smartphones come with a host of useful features right out of the box. You can manage multiple calendars and contacts, set alarms, use the calculator, access the Internet and your email, plus sync with most computers. Smart indeed.
Cram
iPhone
Grade level: Middle School, High School
Finally, a study tool that works. Create flash cards and multiple-choice tests (featuring randomized answers) for upcoming exams. Cram study tools can also be shared with friends and synced offline.
Dictionary.com
iPhone, Android
Grade Level: Middle School, High School, College
Go ahead, be a word nerd. This free app delivers trusted definitions and synonyms from Dictionary.com and Thesaurus.com; it also features phonetic and audio pronunciations.
Math Pac/Stat Pac
Android
Grade Level: College
These helpful apps are designed with powerful and specifically targeted functions to assist you with college Algebra, Trigonometry, Calculus or Statistics courses. Go mathlete!
Dropbox
iPhone, Android
Grade Level: College
Dropbox is the easiest way to store, sync, and, share files online. With this app you can access and manage files across all your devices.
GDocs
Android
Grade Level: College
GDocs is an editor and viewer for all your Google Documents. This handy Android app allows you to create, edit, view, import, export, send and sync documents with your Google Docs account.
Big Words
iPhone
Grade Level: College
BigWords is a handy app that searches textbook price comparisons for students shopping on the go. You can see whether you can get a better deal online or at your college’s campus bookstore. Sweet!
Color Note Notepad Notes
Android
Grade Level: High School, College
Color Note makes note taking easy. Get a better note editing experience for notes, emails, messages, to-do lists and more. Featuring a handy sticky note widget and secure password access.
myHomework
iPhone
Grade level: Middle School, High School, College
Keep track of your homework, classes, projects and tests while interacting with a really cool design. Resembling a typical day-to-day notebook, the sections are separated by colorful page markers.
Tips & Tricks
Upload a photo to Facebook
From a BlackBerry
Tetiana from Best Buy Mobile shows you how to send a photo directly to Facebook from your BlackBerry.
Customize the pages
On an Android phone
Rusty from Best Buy Mobile shows you how to make your phone your own by personalizing it with your favorite widgets.
Save battery life
On a BlackBerry
Austin from Best Buy Mobile shows you how to set the automatic brightness adjustment on your screen, which can extend your BlackBerry’s battery life.
Shortcut to find a contact
On an iPhone
Moses from Best Buy Mobile shows you a quick tip to pull up a contact on your iPhone.
Track your workout
On an Android phone
Mark from Best Buy Mobile shows off Cardio Trainer, a cool app that monitors your exercise routine. It’s like a personal trainer in your pocket.
Search with your voice
On a BlackBerry
Mark from Best Buy Mobile show you how to use Vlingo, an app that lets you search and send text messages without typing.
Fix typos with a shake
On an iPhone
Mike from Best Buy Mobile shows you how to undo typing mistakes by shaking your phone (like a Polaroid picture).
Set up shortcuts
On an Android phone
Christine from Best Buy Mobile shows you how to get to your favorite apps and programs super-fast.
Make a conference call
On an iPhone
Got friends in different places? Tetiana from Best Buy Mobile shows you how to set up a conference call.
Turn Auto Correct off
On an iPhone
Tired of getting spelling suggestions you don’t want? Ben from Best Buy Mobile shows you how to kick Auto Correct to the curb.
Dial phone numbers that include letters
On a BlackBerry
Need to call 1-800-BESTBUY on your QWERTY phone? Kenyuana from Best Buy Mobile shows you how to dial letters into a phone number.
Save a web image
To your HTC Hero
Dave from Best Buy Mobile shows you how to use an Android phone to copy, save and send a picture from the Internet.
Games To Go
Bonsai Blast
iPhone, Android: Experience pure gaming bliss with this habit-forming puzzle game that has you shooting to match colored balls in groups of three or more. With increasingly intense action, you won't be able to stop!
Speedx 3D
Android: Text your reflexes in the ultimate speed challenge. Speedx features a stunning 3D accelerometer controlled tunnel experience with tilt control and a global high score board for online competition.
Tap Tap Revenge
iPhone: If you think you have rhythm, put it to the test with this music game inspired by Guitar Hero and DDR. You can also download new tracks and go head-to-head with a friend in Tap Tap’s two player mode.
Fruit Ninja
iPhone: Train your senses as you slash your way through a wide array of fruit in this delicious and colorful game. Learn from the wise Sensei and become a true fruit ninja.
N.O.V.A. – Near Orbital Vanguard Alliance
iPhone, Android, Palm Pre: Prevent the annihilation of mankind in this epic first person shooter. Play through the beautifully rendered environments in single-player campaign or take on your buddies in multiplayer mode.
Plants vs Zombies
iPhone: The zombies are coming! Use different plants and fungi to defend your home from an invading army of ravenous zombies. You’ll have to do battle on the front lawn, backyard, and even the roof.
Undisputed Favorites – Doodlejump & Angry Birds
iPhone: If you’re looking for a short blast of entertainment, try Doodlejump and Angry Birds. There’s a reason these are two of the most downloaded games: they are fast, fun, and highly addictive.
I want this app! (Doodle Jump)
I want this app! (Angry Birds)
Parallel Kingdoms
iPhone, Android: Parallel Kingdoms is a MMORPG that places you in the virtual world on top of your real world location. Claim territory, upgrade weapons, hunt creatures, and complete quests in your own neighbourhood.
Winds of Steel
Android: Get in the pilot seat for World War II’s most famous aerial battles in Asia and the Pacific. Choose from 12 unique aircrafts with different abilities and flying behaviors.
Move It!
Android: Looking for a new twist on the block-sliding puzzle? Move it! is a masterfully handcrafted game that offers over 6 levels of play – from novice to expert. Move to win with this fresh new game!
Abduction
Android: Aliens have abducted your fellow cows and taken them to space! Chase after the UFO in this wild platformer, using power-ups to help you get to the top and become the hero of the herd.
Armored Strike
Android: Get ready for an epic battle. Take refuge. Call in support. In Armored Strike you will need all your skills to fight the cunning tank commanders out to destroy you.
Extreme Sports – Touch Grind & Moto X Mayhem
iPhone: Participate in extreme sports, without the risk of bodily harm, by playing these two games. Experience real physics skateboarding and addictive Moto X game play.
I want this app! (Touch Grind)
I want this app! (Moto X Mayhem)
Super Tumble
Android: Maddening physics fun for everyone! Featuring cool graphics, Super Tumble challenges players to remove blocks and get stars safely onto platforms. Suitable for all ages and playing levels.
Build an Empire - Civilization Revolution and Catan
iPhone: Build an empire in Civilization Revolution by playing as a powerful civilization from history. Or if you prefer to conquer a fictional land, try Catan, the popular board game now on your phone.
I want this app! (Civilization Revolution)
I want this app! (Catan)
