Megan Heenan, Nevada State College

Cybercrime rates have exploded since the onset of the pandemic, encompassing everything from identity fraud to even some of the most classic of crimes.

Megan Heenan, Nevada State College

In the hopes of recovering some of its teenage users after a recent drop in numbers, the platform is developing a new app geared toward a younger audience.

Daniel Reed

It’s a new decade — you don’t have to have your own team of web developers to make an application anymore.

Beth Nipper, University of Iowa

With mobile devices, anyone can interact with online spaces in novel ways — a fact that web and graphic designers must keep in mind as they work.

Daniel Reed

The best apps available now to keep your brain sharp while having fun.

Benjamin Chen, Columbia University

One year after its release, this famous app is still growing, partially because its exclusivity and audio-only format facilitate a close-knit group experience.

Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

These tools will let your phone or tablet help maximize how much you get done each day.

Julia Greene, Columbia College Chicago

Being an informed shopper can be challenging, but these resources will help you consume in a more conscious way.

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

Giving back can take place right from your phone.

Hannah Docter-Loeb, Wesleyan University

The video-sharing app uses a variety of different types of sounds and phrases, but just where exactly did these catchy snippets come from?

Asha MacKay, Wellesley College

The latest streaming platform is bringing 10-minute ‘quick bites’ of TV straight to your phone. It’s a great idea, but the shows need some work.

Daniel Reed

Life looks a lot different than it did 15 years ago.

Haley Cohen, Quinnipiac University

Here’s your own pocket fortune teller.

Christine Bushart, Georgia State University

These apps take a time efficient and cost-effective approach to self-care.

Aubrey Doerr, Chapman University

College students are always on the lookout for new sources of income. Are investment apps the easy way to go?

Daniel Reed

You have a lot to juggle already. Let these apps do some of the work.

Sierra Zareck, Haverford College

And it’s the perfect way to spend your winter break.

Ayanna Totten, East Stroudsburg University

Tap to download your sanity.

Maria Basileo, Central Connecticut State University

Only if you’re cool with a massive wait list, though.

Ryan Secard, College of Wooster

Think of the joke material.

Ayanna Totten, East Stroudsburg University

Want to be a better person? There’s an app for that.

Samantha Jorgens, Central Michigan University

Out of the wide variety of photo editing apps out there, here are some of the best ones to use.

Rakshya Devkota, Saint Louis University

Sometimes all the stress that comes with being a college student can make it hard to relax, but as always, there’s an app for that.

Michaela Sickles, Suffolk University

The role-playing mobile game will allow muggles, for the first time ever, to attend Hogwarts, learn spells and hopefully even make the quidditch team.

Lizzy Spangler, University of North Texas

Your phone can indeed be as feminist as you are with these helpful apps.

Daniel Reed

Bio 101 is going to finally pay off.

Bria Jones, Georgia Southern University

These apps will help you stay on top of your game all semester long.

Kara Mercer, Northern Illinois University

Whether you’re studying abroad or heading to the beach, these apps are lifesavers.

Kristian Porter, Northern Kentucky University

With these six tech-based wingmen, you can make the days apart a little easier to endure.