Keeping up with social media can be incredibly time consuming. Flipboard puts all your social media in one place so you can see what's new, without having to scan through seven different apps. It also features The New York Times as well as articles from other news sources.
Price: Free
An all-in-one task manager, Evernote will bring order to your Kindle -- and your life. The app allows you to take notes and photos, make to-do lists and save webpages to read later. With a long list of capabilities, everyone can find a good use for this app.
Price: Free
Kindle Fires aren't all business, so having a game or two can be useful when you need a break. One of the most popular games is Temple Run 2, in which players must dodge obstacles, collect treasure and earn rewards, all without stopping.
Price: Free
Tablets are easier to haul around than laptops, whether it's to class or on a business trip. If you want to work on the go from your Kindle Fire, use OfficeSuite Professional 7 to make presentations, spreadsheets and documents.
Price $14.99 (There is a free version here.)
Finding a good Wi-Fi signal can be tough, especially when you're in an unfamiliar setting. Wi-Fi Analyzer helps find the strongest or least crowded connection to ensure that you can enjoy the best speed and quality.
Price: Free
If you're an artist on the go, you can use your Kindle Fire as a sketchpad. SketchBook Mobile acts like a small version of an image software program, allowing you to sketch, color and add layers right on your mobile device. The app also features an email function, so you can send your masterpiece to whomever you want.
Price: $1.99 (There are also free and $4.99 versions.)
A lot of news outlets have individual apps to keep you up to date, but it's a hassle to switch back and forth to read specialized new sources. The beauty of Pulse News is that it combines feeds from different types of new outlets, so you can check football scores right after reading up on the latest smart watch.
Price: Free
The Kindle Fire is built to read books, after all, so it only makes sense to be able to read comics on it, too. This app has a huge library and updates regularly with new material. If you're an international Kindle Fire user, the app also has books in different languages. Note, however, that you cannot currently download DC comics through this app.
Price
This hit game is a perfect edition to any mobile device -- challenging, high quality and kid friendly. Sadly, the sequel isn't out yet for Kindle Fire. Until then, you'll just have to sharpen your skills in this version for a while.
Price: $0.99
When you get a new tablet, whether it's your first or 50th, you immediately download the most popular apps. Basics such as Facebook, Pandora, Candy Crush and Netflix are standard, but what else should you put on your new Kindle Fire?
Picking the right apps depends on what you need and the reasons for which you'll be using the tablet. Some people use their Kindle just as a reading device, others use it as a shared family device and there are those who use it as a laptop. Even with the variety of functions, there are such basic applications that they fit neatly into the everyday needs of most tablet users.
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Whether you're looking for a way to organize your life, want to work on the go or just need something to do during your downtime, here are nine of the most useful and worthwhile apps for your Kindle Fire.
Have other recommendations for awesome Kindle Fire apps? Leave them in the comments below.
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