The Apps You Need To Nail Your Christmas Shopping
The mince pies, the family movies, the general goodwill of the season – there’s lots to like about Christmas. The lead-up, though, can be a different matter, and especially if you’re looking at the prospect of running around searching for the perfect presents for your nearest and dearest!
As ever, your phone can be your friend when it comes to the last-minute rush; in fact, from watching the pennies to getting business done without leaving your house, the seasonal splurge can be an absolute doddle! Don’t believe us? Download these apps and take the stress out of shopping – though we can’t promise your cranky uncle with love his present, that’s on you!!
AMAZON SHOPPING
Available now on Android and iOS
Well, this one can hardly come as a surprise. The world’s largest online retailer has just about everything that could possibly be on your shopping list, and will dispatch to your door – meaning you can take care of everything from the comfort of your couch! Do keep an eye on delivery time, though; nobody will be happy if Santa is going to be three-to-five business days late!
THE AA
Available now on Android and iOS
Thinking of making a quick run to the shops? Not so fast! Navigating traffic can be an absolute nightmare around this time of year, meaning that having the services of the nation’s finest jam-spotters is even handier than ever! It also means that trekking to some far-flung destination to pick up something extra special will be that bit easier too – it’s not just sleighs that needs to be loaded with presents, after all…
WALLY
Available now on Android and iOS
The name mightn’t suggest it, but this is one clever gadget! It’s capable of keeping track of all your financial comings and goings, so really it’s a year-round tool, but given the cash-splashing that the festive season usually brings about it’ll come in particularly useful as December goes by! After all, if money can’t buy happiness then there’s no point in going broke…
TODOIST
Available now on Android and iOS
This list-making service is great if you’re the sort of person who loses track of their priorities – and when you’re running around in a yuletide haze that can be more important than ever. It’s easy to use, divides into different categories, and allows you to prioritise the tasks ahead; there’s no point in buying napkins and forgetting the turkey!
AN POST
Available now on Android and iOS
Sure, mail and mobiles might seem like they’re from two different worlds – but if you’ve got loved ones on the other side of the world then you’ll be glad you grabbed this bad boy! From knowing how much sending a package will cost, to tracking it as your present navigates the planet, the guesswork of getting a gift across the globe is removed. And, if you haven’t posted something in yonks, it’ll even tell you where your nearest Post Office is…
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