Software & AI

A niche, simplified launcher for people who want Android connectivity without the complexity, with an SOS button.

Customisable launcher from a Hong Kong phone maker with handy features like wallpaper shuffle and auto folders.

Stock Android 8.0 based launcher whose gesture support he particularly likes.

A desktop-style launcher that opens social media in mini browser windows and works best with a mouse and keyboard.

The best version of the Smart Launcher series, easy to use with adaptive theming and automatic app grouping.

Turns printed photos into digital versions that look good.

The best air-gesture implementation he has seen on a phone, working over 95% of the time.

Lets you remap the Assistant button to an app launcher; interface isn't the cleanest but it is very handy.

Turns an old phone into a genuinely useful surveillance camera.

Its new conversation mode is a revolutionary feature that works offline.

Circular icon pack used in setup two to get a consistent round icon look.

A surprisingly polished mobile version of PUBG that looks great, runs well on most phones and keeps in-app purchases fair.

A therapeutic, story-driven game that is charming and heartwarming, best played with headphones.

The best-looking 3D shooter on Android, and free.

Visually distinctive game with simple shapes, pastel colours, slick animation and good camerawork.

Gameplay is nothing special, but he likes the distinctive cel-shaded art style.

Remastered Xbox title with very detailed high-res visuals, but the lighting makes the world look a little flat.

Gorgeous paper-built 3D world with great sound design, though the characters are slightly forgettable.

Good-looking game with satisfying combat, held back by a steep price and weak aspect ratio support.

Cel-shaded flying game with lovely skies and responsive gameplay, though loot boxes slow progression.

His number one pick, with the most detailed textures he has seen on a mobile game and a living-painting feel.

Beautiful when it works, but currently not very playable due to pop-in and getting stuck.

Arun's pick of the collab: it applies consistent, cinematic-looking filters in a couple of taps, though unlocking everything can get expens…

Found almost endless replay value in it, with offline co-op on one device.