The App-graded Lifestyle

by Christina Alpad

Okay, you just purchased your smartphone with its out-of-this-world features. Next step: purchasing apps. Whether you’re using iOS, Android or Windows Phone, there are tons of apps out there that can help you with just about anything; even your social life.

Not convinced? Here’s what your day will look like if you have a smartphone with these recommended apps:

Early morning and you are at the gym, doing your usual exercises when suddenly it hits you. You don’t want to do the same routine tonight. It’s Friday, you ought to be out!

So, you take out your gadget and launch Paktor, the newest app that lets you see who is near your area. Ogle at their photos and click like if you want to know more about them. If they like you back, hola, you can start exchanging messages through chat. And if you think they’re really interesting, why not set a date?

Now, where to go? Another app to the rescue. Check out our very own Circuit app and be in the know with the club events, concerts, theater productions, movie screenings, and more: the metro has a lot to offer. You’ll surely make the impression that you just know where to go (because you do!).

Next problem, finding the right outfit shouldn’t be a problem really. Especially, when you have Zalora; the easy and convenient way to do shopping. A few swipes and you’ll get covered from head to foot.

If you’re clueless on what to wear, don’t fret. You can always consult the Break My Style app with its look book from young fashionista Laureen Uy.

But wait, delivery of your order at Zalora takes a day. While the outfit maybe good for the 2nd or 3rd date, it’s important to leave an impression on your first night out. It’s inevitable: you have to go shopping! What you can avoid though is spending too much on items; thanks to WhatsonSale app. It’s like an aggregator of the latest store and mall sales, credit card offers, and so much more!

The next challenge is to grab a ride, especially when you’re up against the metro’s entangled traffic jam. That’s where the GrabTaxi app comes in. Just launch the app, provide your location and destination, wait for a nearby taxi driver to take your booking, and that’s it!

Now what will happen next is all up to you.