Research Guides: Desktop Software and Mobile Apps: Social

Social

	Facebook See what you are friends are up to. Share updates, photos and videos. Get notified when friends like and comment on your posts. Watch and interact with live video and play games. Android \| iOS
	Goodreads Goodreads is the world's largest site for readers and book recommendations. Find new and interesting books by browsing personalized recommendations based on books you've read and your favorite genres. When browsing in a bookstore, hold the book to the built-in scanner to browse reviews before buying. Android \| iOS
	Google Duo This is a high-quality video calling app. Pick a contact and jump right in, with a simple interface that makes video calling as easy as one tap. The Knock Knock feature allows yo to see who's calling before you pick up. The app also lets you leave video messages and allows for voice-only calls when needed. Android \| iOS
	Instagram Instagram is a simple way to capture and share the world's moment. Follow family and friends to see what they're up to. Post photos and videos and edit them with filters and creative tools. Message friends privately in the Direct feature. Android \| iOS
	LinkedIn Use LinkedIn to navigate your career - whether to find a new job, keep in touch with your network, or stay up-to-date on the latest from your connections and area of interest. Use your profile as a virtual resume and highlight your accomplishments and responsibilities. Find colleagues to add to your network. Follow companies and topics you are interested in. Search and apply to openings and upload your resume to positions you are interested in. Save searches and create alerts to be up-to-date on new openings. Android \| iOS
	Microsoft Skype Contact other people with an instant message, voice or video call - all for free, no matter what device they use Skype on. Skype is available on phones, tablets, PCs and Macs. Share photos, videos, and your screen. Up to 24 people can participate in a call. Android \| iOS \| Web Skype to Skype calls are free. Operator data charges may apply. Skype recommends using an unlimited data plan or WiFi connection.
	WhatsApp Messenger This is a free messaging app that uses your phone's Internet connection to let you message and call family and friends. Call your friends and family for free, even if they're in another country as WhatsApp uses your phone's Internet connection rather than your cellular plan's voice minutes. Participate in group chats with your contacts. Android \| iOS.

Note: Descriptions are based on iOS features. The features in the Android version may be different.

iOS Tip

Scanning with Notes (iOS)
The Notes app that comes with the iPhone and iPad has scanning abilities. Follow the steps below to use the scanner:

In Notes, open a note or create a new note.
Tap the camera icon and then tap Scan Documents.
Place your article in view of the camera on your device.
If your iPhone or iPad is in Auto mode, your article will automatically be scanned. If you need to manually capture a scan, tap one of the Volume buttons.
Drag the corners to adjust the scan to fit the page, if needed. Tap Keep Scan.
You can add additional scans to the document or tap Save when you're done.

Source: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT210336

Note: if your iOS devices does not have Notes, you can download it for free at https://apps.apple.com/us/app/notes/id1110145109

News and Reviews

All About Android
This show is available on the TWiT.tv Netcast Network. It covers the latest Android news, hardware, and apps.

AppAdvice
This site is a good resource for discovering new iOS apps. AppAdvice provides news on apps and provides detailed reviews of apps.

iOS Today
This show is available on the TWiT.tv Netcast Network. It highlights best new apps, helpful tools, tricks, and news about iOS.

iOSnoops
A good site for finding out what apps have gone free, what are on sale, and what is new. I check it out daily.

Tech Advisor - App Reviews
Find app reviews by category.

TWiT.tv
This netcast provides over 30 hours of programming each week covering digital technology. Popular shows include: All About Android, This Week in Technology, iOS Today, MacBreak Weekly, The Tech Guy, and Windows Weekly.

	Facebook See what you are friends are up to. Share updates, photos and videos. Get notified when friends like and comment on your posts. Watch and interact with live video and play games. Android \| iOS
	Goodreads Goodreads is the world's largest site for readers and book recommendations. Find new and interesting books by browsing personalized recommendations based on books you've read and your favorite genres. When browsing in a bookstore, hold the book to the built-in scanner to browse reviews before buying. Android \| iOS
	Google Duo This is a high-quality video calling app. Pick a contact and jump right in, with a simple interface that makes video calling as easy as one tap. The Knock Knock feature allows yo to see who's calling before you pick up. The app also lets you leave video messages and allows for voice-only calls when needed. Android \| iOS
	Instagram Instagram is a simple way to capture and share the world's moment. Follow family and friends to see what they're up to. Post photos and videos and edit them with filters and creative tools. Message friends privately in the Direct feature. Android \| iOS
	LinkedIn Use LinkedIn to navigate your career - whether to find a new job, keep in touch with your network, or stay up-to-date on the latest from your connections and area of interest. Use your profile as a virtual resume and highlight your accomplishments and responsibilities. Find colleagues to add to your network. Follow companies and topics you are interested in. Search and apply to openings and upload your resume to positions you are interested in. Save searches and create alerts to be up-to-date on new openings. Android \| iOS
	Microsoft Skype Contact other people with an instant message, voice or video call - all for free, no matter what device they use Skype on. Skype is available on phones, tablets, PCs and Macs. Share photos, videos, and your screen. Up to 24 people can participate in a call. Android \| iOS \| Web Skype to Skype calls are free. Operator data charges may apply. Skype recommends using an unlimited data plan or WiFi connection.
	WhatsApp Messenger This is a free messaging app that uses your phone's Internet connection to let you message and call family and friends. Call your friends and family for free, even if they're in another country as WhatsApp uses your phone's Internet connection rather than your cellular plan's voice minutes. Participate in group chats with your contacts. Android \| iOS.