Top Free iPad Apps: January 2012

Purchasing apps for the iPad can become expensive. I've come across many blog posts promoting several paid apps. I want to be able to enjoy my iPad experience without having to purchase a handful of apps that I end up not using. Paid apps can add up pretty quickly. So below is a list of free apps for the iPad that I enjoy using and hopefully you'll enjoy them just as much.



1. Dolphin HD

Price: Free

Summary: I use Dolphin HD as my main internet browser on my iPad. This is a great alternative to Safari. The cool thing about this internet browser is that you are able to create an account or link your Twitter or Facebook so you can always have the chance to sync your browsing history and bookmarks with your other devices.


2. Evernote

Price: Free

Summary: This app I use on a daily basis. Evernote is a great cloud service to store all your photos, lists, and much more. I am able to sync it to my Android phone, and Mac.


3. Wunderlist

Price: Free

Summary: This app helps me to get organized. This is an app that is dedicated for lists. I use this when I need to write up a grocery list or and it helps keep me on top of school assignments. I also can sync all my notes and other douments to my Mac, Android phone.


4. Crackle

Price: Free


Summary: This is a great, free alternative to Netflix. Crackle provides various movies and TV shows to viewers. They're movie selection is growing so I am always able to find a few new movies to watch.



5. Words With Friends HD

Price: Free

Summary: Warning! This game is very addicting. Words With Friends is pretty much like a virtual Scrabble. I can sync my Facebook app and I love playing with my Facebook friends on this app which makes it much more fun.



6. Skitch

Price: Free

Summary: This app allows you to draw, edit and annotate images and screen shots. If you have an account with Evernote you can sync it with the Skitch app. One of the great features about this app is that I am also able to access it on my Mac and Android phone so I can always Skitch a sketch.


7. Wattpad

Price: Free

Summary: Wattpad is a wonderful app to have if you enjoy reading or writing stories. You can link your Facebook or Twitter account to sync and access stories you wrote and subscribed to.


8. Sims Free Play

Price: Free

Summary: If you're a fan of The Sims like I am, you'll LOVE playing this full featured Sims game on your iPad for FREE!


9. Pandora

Price: Free

Summary: This is my favorite music streaming app. I can create my personalized music stations and ROCK OUT! This app is also accessible on my Mac and Android phone.


10. Pulse

Price: Free

Summary: Pulse app is an RSS reader that has a beautiful interface that is very user friendly. You also have the ability to link your Facebook and Twitter account to the service and access it on any most devices. I can't live without Pulse.

QR Codes

QR codes are everywhere! QR code is short for "quick response code". QR codes are pretty much like barcodes that you can scan with your smartphone which can link you to a website, contact info, a text, SMS, Wifi network, etc. QR codes are also popular in Japan. There are many free apps you can choose from like "QR Droid" for Android and "Scan" for iOS.

OMG My iPad!

So as you know I purchased an iPad recently. Yeah, after a long decision I purchased a 32gb (wifi only) first generation iPad and I LOVE IT! I didn't go with the iPad2 because I didn't feel that spending a hundred dollars more for a low quality front and back facing camera was worth it. This giant iPod Touch is all I ever wanted. I've been using my iPad mainly for reading, playing games, watching Netflix, taking notes, tweeting, checking my feed on Pulse and checking email. Yay for consuming massive amounts of content on my iPad! Lol! So now I can finally start blogging about awesome iPad apps that I enjoy using. Well I guess that's it for now. Look out for my next iPad related blog!

My Manhattan Wonderland

I'm here in NY for a few weeks having a fabulous time! I love city life. Skylines, subway trains, taxis and crowded street corners makes New York what it is. There is something really special about this place.

More billboards and buildings.

There is something about Time Square that is so magical. The lights, massive billboards and street performers make me feel like I belong. I get that strong feeling of acceptance and feel that anything is possible.

In the photo above is a man in a jumpsuit holding a pink balloon. He was standing in the middle of the sidewalk frozen. He didn't make a sound or move an inch. Haha! For a second I thought he was a sculpture made of wax.

The pretzels smell so good! But food stands like the one above will turn me into a FATTY!

I love visiting the Europa Cafe. They have a salad bar, sub sandwich counter and a baked good counter with all the yummy sweet treats. I always go to the salad bar. They carry a wide variety of salad toppings. The cool thing about this place is that most of their foods have a calorie label. So if you are on a diet or like to watch your weight this place may be a great option.

I will blog more on my trip in NY soon!

Bahamas Trip 2011

This was my first cruise and first my trip out of the U.S. I was very excited to visit a new country and had no idea what to expect. I went on a three day cruise on the Carnival Cruise Ship to Nassau, Bahamas. I had a fantastic time and enjoyed every minute of it.

The businesses and homes in Nassau, Bahamas were brightly colored. All the beautiful vibrant colors made it a utopia.

Believe it or not this beach is called "Cabbage Beach". I had to climb my way down a rocky hill to get down to the beach but it was worth it.

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Siteseeing

I did a lot of sightseeing around town. Below are a few photos of different sites.

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The Market

I had to stop and shop at the local market.

She sells sea shells by the seashore.

Bottled sand for sale!
I don't know why but every time I look at this photo I start singing "Castles Made of Sand" by Jimi Hendrix.

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Below is a photo of myself getting ready for dinner on the ship.
Picture taken with my iPod.

What I Ate

Warm apple pie with Vanilla ice cream.
I didn't have the ice cream gave it to my brother.



This Indian dish was my favorite.
The chick peas were wonderful with garlic bread, green peas, rice and cumin spice. Yummm! Thinking about it makes my mouth water.

Fries, fries and....more fries. Haha!

Lime Sorbet was divine! Very tropical.

These lovely fruits were delicious.

Breakfast goodies. How can I forgive myself?

Baked Apple

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After dinner I always came back to a towel-animal.

Cute Bunny

Mr. Frog

Sexy Kitty

March Music Playlist

Artist: Rihanna
Song: S&M


Artist: LMFAO
Song: Party Rock Anthem


Artist: Kanye West ft. Rihanna, Kid Cudi
Song: All of The Lights


Artist: Lil Wayne ft. Cory Gunz
Song: 6 Foot 7 Foot


Artist: The Black Eyed Peas
Song: Just Can't Get Enough

February Music Playlist

Artist: Lady Gaga
Song: Born This Way


Artist: Britney Spears
Song: Hold It Against Me


Artist: Nicki Minaj
Song: Moment 4 Life


Artist: Black Eyed Peas
Song: The Time (Dirty Bit)


Artist: Ke$ha
Song: We R Who We R


Artist: Rihanna
Song: Only Girl (In The World)