Massive numbers of people are self-isolating or working from home at the moment. As many challenges as that can raise, it is at least easier than it would have been previously thanks to the strong ecosystem of apps which can help with just such a scenario.
With that in mind, Apple has started adding more editorial content into the App Store, offering curated suggestions to suit people stuck home as a result of coronavirus.
One new collection is titled “Apps for Working and Staying at Home.” It highlights apps that will help keep you informed, keep you relaxed, keep in contact with friends and family, connected with work colleagues, and maybe even learn some new skills along the way.
As per Apple’s efforts during the coronavirus outbreak, there’s a focus on recommending official news sources such as the New York Times.
The sections are titled as follows:
Learn and Study From Home
Keep in Touch With Loved Ones
Connect With Your Coworkers
Browse Breaking Headlines
Listen to the News
Work Out at Home
Your Meditation Station
Soothing Sounds to Relax To
Yoga for Everyone
Navigate Your Emotions
Grocery Shopping Made Easy
Find Your New Go-To Recipes
You can check out this App Store Story here. The apps selected range from more conventional, well-known choices like Snapchat and Khan Academy to the likes of Moodnotes – Mood & CBT Tracker and Asana Rebel: Get in Shape Workout and nutrition plans.
Best apps during the coronavirus pandemic
If you live outside the U.S., there’s a good chance that your App Store will localized content, depending on your region. Check out the home page of the App Store app for more recommendations.
You can also peruse Cult of Mac’s recommendations for working from home. This situation looks set to become the new normal situation for at least the next few months. So it’s better to discover the tools you need up-front, rather than waiting and missing out.
What are your recommendations for the most crucial apps for working from home? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
