New Applications that are actually Hidden Gems

In today’s generation, there are new mobile applications and platforms created every single day. May it be for entertainment, education, raising awareness, donations, games, and so much more purposes, name it, there are a lot of apps for that. Because of the enlarging number of sites that we can visit on, selecting the best is already a difficult process of decision-making. Is there ever a time that you just spend so much time on your mobile devices that you eventually get bored of your old apps? Worry no more because we have listed here eight (8) applications and/or websites that you can visit, all of which come with great benefits! 

FreeRice

FreeRice, a project supported by the United Nations World Food Programme, is a mobile application and website that allows users to donate 10 grains of rice to needy families for each correct answer in multiple choice quizzes. You can enjoy answering questions in English Vocabulary, different Sciences, Humanities, Music, History, Mathematics, Literature, Arts, General Knowledge and so much more, even Language Learning! The difficulty level can also be modified depending on your preference and capabilities. As the number of your correct answers increase, the amount of rice grains you can donate also does. You can choose to create an account so that you can keep in track with the progress of your donation. By using this app, you're not only learning while enjoying and challenging yourself, but are also helping people from all over the globe in overcoming malnutrition and drought! It is fun, entertaining, and at the same time really helpful to those beneficiary families. (Delos Reyes, Mary Angeline C.) 

Youtube

The digitalization of education is increasing, which has provided new avenues for education. One of these new learning tools is YouTube. More than only music videos and DIY tutorials are available now. It could seem difficult to incorporate YouTube into your educational endeavors. therefore, not at all. All you need is access to a computer, laptop, or phone and a steady internet connection. The next step would be to conduct any necessary searches. There is a comment box on every YouTube video. This makes it possible for you to talk openly with other students. You become more receptive to new notions and ways of learning. Additionally, you can create a network. Worldwide access to YouTube is possible. Simply having a steady and dependable internet connection will do. Additionally, it supports all languages and provides tools for kids who are deaf or blind. (Alorro, Gerome A.)

Ecosia

One of the most practical and sensible search engines is Ecosia, where the equivalent of your queries may support the growth and planting of trees. Your searches generate revenue for Ecosia, which it uses to support the application system and care for trees. Ecosia functions just like other well-known browsers and websites. It can be used without restriction, and what's even more intriguing about this is that it supports a variety of languages, the natural world, and the utilization of organic materials. By utilizing their platform, which is directly funded by Ecosia, we can demonstrate our support for this program and the fight against climate change. The fact that this use is extremely safe and has no impact on our ozone layer is even more crucial. (Vasquez, Regine)

OneNote

A digital note-taking tool called OneNote, allows you to make notes and add content to them. It's very similar to other note-taking tools like Evernote and Google. You can install the OneNote app on iOS and Android devices and on Mac or Windows desktops, plus there's a web version that works on almost any vital modern browser. Since it stores your notes in the cloud so you can use them on whatever device you happen to be on, if you create a note on your phone you'll immediately see it on your desktop. For the syncing to work, you need to log in to OneNote and make a   Microsoft account now. This could be one that you use at work or school with office 365 or from another Microsoft service like outlook calm or Xbox com and so on. Once you've logged in you're ready to start making notes. (Bosiyo, Jacel Ann)

Picsart

Pics Art is an app that allows you to edit photos and videos. It is useful for academics; for example, if you are instructing a professor about arts and design, you can use the pics art app. Previously, it was common for young people or even older people to use it as long as someone could edit it. There are many apps available right now that allow you to edit photos. This app encourages creativity by providing numerous tools or options to choose from. You can edit a 1v1 or 2x2 formal picture by cropping or changing the background, as well as videos. Young and old alike will be able to create beautiful photography and digital art, as well as proportion and acknowledge it with a community among like artists. Overall, PicsArt Photo Studio provides a large number of tools for exploring with your photos, with tools to suit almost any situation. This app has extensive photo editing capabilities, and the effects app is highly recommended. (Medina, Hazel S.) 

Notion

Notion is a software space that you can easily access on the internet. It gives you a space where you can think of ideas, write notes, and plan anything you want. Using a notion can give you the time to create your database, collaborate with others, and share it with selected people or your group. When it comes to information, you can import, export, and integrate other apps to construct a notion. In Notion, you can customize your settings to best suit your personal workflow. Do not worry. Although Notion is free to use for as long as you like, you may upgrade your workspace to get even more features and capabilities. Interested in learning more about plans, billing, and payments? Try Notion right now! (Carado, Jyreh Mark C.)

Canva

Canva is the key to having creative skills. If you are a student or a teacher and you are looking for apps that can help you with your presentation templates for reporting, projects, videos, lesson plans and charts Canva is the best-recommended app that has a sense for you to achieve the design you want. It is free to use whenever you want and it has the benefit that you can enjoy learning through this. 150M people are using this app, which implicitly concludes that it is actually helpful. Yes, the others must be paid but most are surely free, and it is a perfect idea to engage students during the discussion. (Tagupa, April Ann)

Gcash

The e-wallet is a more recent and significant technological advancement in this area, and the Philippines is already familiar with it thanks to GCash. With GCash, you may make payments quickly and easily! It is a mobile wallet app that allows you to pay bills, buy loads, send money, shop, and more from the comfort of your own home! It's a safe, secure mobile wallet that connects to your phone number, making it accessible at any time and from any location. You can download the GCash app on any of your devices, which is arguably a household name for easy electronic transactions. Wherever you are, you may use it to transfer or receive money, pay bills, and buy goods and services. (Luayon, Shella Mae) 

The internet offers endless opportunities and discoveries for every user, applications and websites are no exception. If you are having a hard time choosing what to download on your mobile gadgets and desktops, try these amazing apps! These will not only help you explore a lot of things, but will also open new learnings and doors to function along the standards of the society. Surely, this will benefit the user in more ways, as these are also ever-growing for more features and modifications. We can never go wrong by trying, so start now!