Apps & services

Lets you send SMS from a Mac or PC browser, the closest Android gets to iMessage continuity.

Swipe-based app for unsubscribing from newsletters that he sees as a win-win for you and the planet.

One app that bundles around 32 basic tools such as a notepad, file manager and torch, working offline too.

A browser that loads every relevant result at once so you can swipe between them, though initial loading is slower than Chrome.

MKBHD's pick, not Arun's: a customisable Twitter client with a chronological timeline.

MrMobile's pick, not Arun's: an app for last-minute boutique hotel deals.

iJustine's pick, not Arun's: a live trivia game show app where you can win money.

UrAvgConsumer's pick, not Arun's: a customisable live wallpaper app for Android.

TechSource's pick, not Arun's: a competitive mobile take on League of Legends.

An app that clones social apps so you can run two accounts at once, useful for people with an online presence.

Saved about 26.7% extra battery in his test, which he says justifies rooting for some people, but it needs an AMOLED display and voids the…

A fast launcher that stands out for its security features like protected pages and a guest mode.

A contextual launcher that anticipates your next apps and calls, though some may find that intrusive.

One of the best launchers for 3D animation, fluid and fun, though it needs decent processing power.

A simple search-first launcher that finds contacts, apps and chats quickly, but its app drawer is basic.

A Windows 10 simulation launcher that suits people who like that OS and have a large-screen phone.

A slightly less feature-rich launcher with a vertical widget layout and built-in browser.

Google's file manager helps free up space and has a surprisingly fast offline file sharing feature.

Simple letter-based app launcher that opens apps quickly, and its simplicity is the appeal.

Watch-party app that feels unfinished but is a great idea as a working concept.

LG V30-inspired floating shortcut bar that stays out of the way until it is needed.

Fast gallery alternative with a built-in editor that makes quick photo edits easier on the phone.

Convincing curved-screen effect that is interesting to see but not something he would personally use.

Revamped Android browser that sometimes felt faster than Chrome and syncs with Edge on a Windows PC.