If you’re looking for a list of Windows 8 apps you can’t live without, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve compiled the top five apps that give you access to your favourite local and international content right on your Start Screen. In the vein of all things Singaporean, they also happen to be completely free.
1) Turn up the radio.
Listen to 17 local stations such as Class 95, Kiss 92 or 987FM on your Windows 8 device with SG Radio. Streaming continues in background mode, allowing you to use other apps or your desktop. Other useful functions include lyric search, Live Tile display of the currently playing song, and a saved favourite stations function. Audio quality varies with station.
2) Endless hours of fun.
Growing up, who can forget reading about the escapades of this famous lasagna-eating cat on Life!’s comic strip section? Garfield’s awesome adventures are now in a physics puzzle game Feed Garfield! Experiment with various tactics to feed your favourite hungry fat cat. A perfect casual game for long trips on the MRT, or a handy tool to keep the kids occupied. (Free trial version)
3) Travelling made easy.
Singaporeans made more than 8 million overseas trips in 2012. Plan your next one by searching millions of routes on over 1,000 airlines and find the lowest priced flights in seconds with the free Skyscanner Windows 8 app. Save money, save time.
4) Bargains at your fingertips.
Top online local shopping mall Qoo10 Singapore is the one-stop shop for your dose of retail therapy. The app provides a detailed overview of daily discounts & special offers.
5) Print and scan on the cloud.
Own a Dell Laser printer? Dell Document Hub is a convenient cloud service that simplifies document collaboration. The app is compatible with Win 8, 8.1 and RT devices and allows users to scan to, share, and print from a variety of common cloud document platforms. Easy to use, this free app enables digital collaboration through the cloud and offers convenience print settings configuration and information on printer and toner status.
Got any other favourite Windows 8 apps you can’t live without? Tell us in the comments below.
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