We have become a tablet-centric society, and devices such as the Google Nexus 7 have been molded into outlets for the most popular entertainment services. Whether you're looking for live streaming, attempting to discover new music, or hungry for a new book to occupy down time, there's an app out there to fulfill your needs. Now, on to the software.
Youtube - Free
You never know when that craving to watch a cat play the piano will hit, so it's best to prepare for the worst and download Youtube's official app for the Nexus 7. Much like the following apps, Youtube requires no introduction, but is nonetheless a practical, and some might argue necessary, app.
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Netflix - $7.99/month
While users will have to pony up a monthly fee to access Netflix's expansive library, the video streaming service has become a known quantity in a number of households all across the country, accounting for the decline of Blockbuster's in-store rental service. The latest releases are typically unavailable for streaming, but Netflix nevertheless offers a tremendous amount of options for fans of any genre.
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Facebook - Free
Not everyone is willing to admit they're addicted to Facebook, but we all know it on some deep, primal level. If you ever need that quick fix of status updates or new photographs, the Facebook app has your back. You all know what you're getting into, just make sure you're willing to deal with the consequences of making your Facebook profile mobile.
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Twitter - Free
When Facebook just doesn't scratch your social media itch, you know where to go.
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Instagram - Free
This expanding social media site emphasizes images, allowing users to add filtering effects to their favorite photos.
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Kindle - Free
If there's anything that Amazon is known for, it's a thriving content ecosystem. Amazon Prime members in particular are granted a wide swatch of free and discounted media that is hard to pass up. As long as you're willing to make the jump to e-books (if you haven't already), Kindle is a necessary app.
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Pandora - Free
Radio has changed. This free music service allows users to customize their listening experience by choosing their favorite artists, and letting the program lead them to similar tunes.
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Spotify - Free
Much like Pandora, Spotify provides free access to countless music tracks, granted listeners are willing to deal with ads every once in a while. Users can also choose to opt for a Premium membership in order to bypass ads.
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IMDb Movies & TV - Free
IMDb is an indispensible tool in settling arguments between friends who remember two distinctly different actors playing the same role. Resolve these disagreements at a moment's notice with access to this app.
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