Although Windows 10 Mobile (Windows Phone) is no longer going to be supported by Microsoft, you might still be using a Windows-powered mobile.
But with the company making it clear that it'll only roll out security updates rather than new features from now on, Windows 10 Mobile users might be feeling a little deflated.
"Of course we'll continue to support the platform.. bug fixes, security updates, etc. But building new features/[hardware] aren't the focus," Microsoft executive Joe Belfiore wrote on Twitter in October 2017.
He explained Microsoft had tried to get developers creating new apps for the platform, but it was proving to be quite an uphill struggle.
This unfortunately means you won't be seeing any new apps becoming available on Windows 10 Mobile, but it does mean those already available will continue to work on devices. As for app diversity, while the range of choice won't widen now, there are plenty of essential apps any professional should download to secure their phone and make it useful for work.
Here are our top picks of apps you really should download and install, pronto.
1Password Beta1Password
Category: Security
Price: Free
1Password is a popular account and password directory that securely encrypts your entries. The Windows Phone version, still in public beta at the time of writing, offers improved search, faster performance and a revised UI.
Main Idea: Securely store the passwords for accounts you access on your Windows Phone.
Alternatives: Password Padlock, VPN Unlimited
Adobe PhotoShop ExpressAdobe Systems Incorporated
Category: Photography
Price: Free
Adobe's PhotoShop Express is without the doubt the most impressive tool for editing photos on a Windows Phone device.
As is the case on the Android and iPhone iteration, it features plenty of editing tools to make your picture shine. Crop, adjust red eye, white balance, contrast, noise, tone and much more, it's a must-have, even if you're not an avid photographer.
All of these actions only require one or two taps of the screen to completely transform your snaps, making it easy for even the novice to use.
You can also add a varied selection of filters, called 'Looks'. Although it's not on par with Instagram, it's still pretty impressive and can give a new lease of life to any picture that may have been adversely affected by shaky hands.
Main Idea: Top photo editing app with simple to use interface
Alternatives: Photo Editor pro, Photo Editor by Aviary
Adobe ReaderAdobe Systems Incorporated
Category: Utilities & Tools
Price: Free
The most popular app for viewing, editing, converting, and sharing PDFs, Adobe Reader allows you to view PDFs straight from emails and more. The app also allows you to view password-protected documents for extra security, convert DOC, RTF, and easily share files and documents between team members.
Main Idea: PDF files are widely used in business, so it's incredibly useful to be able to view and interact with them across more than one platform.
Alternative: PDF Reader
Source: Best Windows Phone apps for 2017
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