First I need to tell you that I have no shares in Apple. I have never been an Apple fan or user of any apple device and I am naturally reluctant to follow hypes. Having said all that I would like to make the following statement: IPhones are amazingly great for international students and every student should get one on entering Australia! Why? Well all the apps (small applications that make life easier or more pleasurable) will help you integrate into the Australian society, will help you find your way around town, will help you speak English, will help you find a home, will help you find petrol, will help you find wireless access, will help you get news, will help you talk to people at home for free using Skype, will help you find your way using Google speech or maps, and will be great fun in certain times that you feel depressed or lonely. If you don’t believe me: get one or borrow one from a friend and find out for yourself. To get you underway here are ten top apps for Australia:
Best iPhone apps for international students in Australia
Australian Broadcasting Corporation – Free The national broadcaster ABC provides loads of useful info for international students. This great app gives access to podcasts, videos and the latest goings on across the entire ABC, including ABC Classic FM and Triple J.
Weatherzone app: $3.99p Link to weatherzone website Free There are numerous weather sites in Australia but this one is probably the most beautiful. The app is not cheap for almost $4.- but very well designed. If you don’t mind scrolling around you can bookmark the website for free.
(Credit: Jamcode) GasBag Pro Australia – AU$1.19 Australia is renowned for variations in petrol prices. Tuesdays and Wednesdays are cheapest, and beware not to fill up during the weekend as prices go up by ten percent or more. Find cheap petrol using this app.
(Credit: Redbridge) Macca's FreeWiFi – AU$1.19 Using Google Maps, this app will show Macca's locations near you with free Wi-Fi access.
(Credit: Inyerpocket Publishing and Parasol EMT) Australian First Aid – AU$4.99 Australia can be dangerous. Luckily you now have access to first aid in the palm of your hand.
Free practice test and tips If you are studying for the citizenship test then you may wat to practice using this app. It features a clean interface and includes 275 possible test questions. You may also want to visit our free tips and practice test.
Voice Toddler cards For toddlers but lots of fun for adult students who would like to practice their English. Possible to record your own voice to test pronunciation!
Melbourne coffee review: free Melbourne is renowned for great coffee. If you are a student in this wonderful city or visiting, make sure you check out this great app to find the best coffee near you.
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