We could all do with getting a bit fitter and losing an inch or two off out waists, but we never find the time or the enthusiasm. These Android apps provide exercise plans and motivation.

One of the benefits of owning an iPhone is privacy and it is something that Apple takes seriously. However, the default settings are not perfect and here are the ways to increase privacy.

Have you got a minute? Of course you have, but what can you do in just 60 seconds? Here are five fantastic free apps for your Android phone that take up just one minute of your time.

Day One Journal is an iPhone writing app designed for short, simple work. Its beautiful, clutter-free interface gives it an immediacy that other writing software lacks, despite some setbacks that come with such simplicity.

Transfer files between Android devices using Files Go by Google. It is easy, fast and secure.

Google Files Go is a cleanup tool that removes unwanted junk and apps from your phone to free up space. It is also handy for securely transferring files from one Android device to another.

There are times when you have a few minutes to kill, such as waiting in a queue, at the bus stop and so on. These iPhone games are perfect and can be learnt and played in just seconds.

An update to the Google Play Games app for Android adds an Arcade section and easy access to instant games and videos. Play games without installing and watch videos of the top gaming action.

Smartphones have become deeply ingrained into our culture at an almost startling rate. They’ve gone from luxury items that were only used in certain situations, to daily necessities that the everyday person cannot be without.

Podclub is a practical, user-friendly app for those learning a new language, and is great for improving listening comprehension. Let's take it for a test drive.

If you want security and privacy when using the internet, particularly when using public Wi-Fi hotspots, a VPN is needed on the iPhone. Should you pay for one or use a free VPN service?

The Gmail app on your phone is smarter than you think and Google often sneaks in new features without you realising. You can now configure the Gmail inbox from your phone more easily.

Snake is a classic game that was incredibly popular back when Nokia ruled the mobile phone market and if you are craving a modern version for your smartphone, Slither.io is brilliant!

Foosball is a great game to have fun with your friends. But for playing foosball, you will need big space and a foosball table. If you don’t have that, what are your options? Let's take a look.

When you are out with your laptop and using public Wi-Fi hotspots, what can you do when one isn't working or goes down while you are using it? Turn your phone into your own Wi-Fi hotspot!

It is possible to seamlessly remove an unwanted object from the photo or to remove the background leaving an object you can use elsewhere with these iPhone apps. Create special effects.

Everyone hears sounds differently and customising the audio on your phone produces richer and clearer music that you will love. Create custom equaliser settings personalised for your hearing.

There are lots of food and recipe apps in the App Store, but what if you are vegan? Here are four apps aimed at those that are vegan or would like to try it. There's even a 21-day diet plan.

Count yourself lucky if you have a phone with 128Gb or more of storage space because some people struggle with 16 or 32GB. However, here are 5 ways to cope with limited phone storage.

Microsoft's cloud storage app just got better and the latest update has some great features.

Microsoft provides free online storage and a free app to access it from your mobile phone, and it now has even more features than ever. See what’s new in the updated app for the iPhone.

Audiobooks comes to Google Play Books and you can now listen to them instead of reading them.

The latest update to Google Play Books on your phone now has support for audiobooks. This means you can plug in your earphones, sit back and listen while books are read out loud to you.

Monitor the CPU, storage and memory usage on the iPhone and iPad with these apps.

Do you want to know what is going on inside your iPhone or iPad. If you are curious about what iOS is doing behind the scenes, these four apps will show you the CPU, RAM, storage and more.