Slowly but surely Google is pushing its Chrome OS. Cheaper and better Chromebooks are getting introduced to market almost every month. Most importantly, these Chromebooks are getting introduced by active initiatives from Google and its partners.

Few months back Google initiated Chrome launcher for Windows. Which essentially indicates that you no longer have to launch your Chrome browser to initiate Chrome based application. Rather, you click apps tray from task-bar and and open up the tray full of Apps. From here, going to particular Apps is just a click away.

We will not be surprised if soon Google modifies a few files in boot loader and offer dual booting in Windows (Chrome or Window). We guess technology is already there and Google is weighing its options in view of possible legal hassles.

Okay, we are here to give you a list of best Google Chrome Apps. We just mentioned the facts above to sensitize you about the seriousness about knowing the best Google Chrome Apps. Here goes our list:

1. Facebook: Get it here

Get a faster access to your favorite Facebook. Page load time is heavily cut down because of pre-installation of some of the required files.

2. You Tube: Get it here

Again, this needs no introduction. Loading Apps cuts down the access time substantially.

3.Pixlr Touch Up: Get it here

Pixlr Touch Up is a must-havefor a Chromebook, as it’s bunch of a good photo-editing tools which can be used offline. But even on other machines, this app can serve as your quick-hit photo editor.Put the finishing touches on your photos with this free offline photo editor from Autodesk. It automatically removes unwanted details from your photos making it look like a brand new one.Pixlr Touch Up includes all your essential editing tools:

- Crop
- Resize
- Rotate
- Add effects
- Enhance color
- Adjust contrast

Plus you can open and save files directly to and from Google Drive.

4. Any.DO: Get it here

Millions use Any.DO every day to remember all the things they want to do and make sure to get it done. Any.DO’s         award winning mobile app is now introducing its new desktop app: 

✔Keep all your to-dos in sync
✔Drag & drop to plan your agenda
✔Add reminders and never forget a thing
✔Attach notes, or use them as sub-tasks
✔Gmail - Turn emails into actions
✔View your tasks while offline

5. WeatherBug: Get it here

It to access the world’s largest network of real-time weather and lightning sensors for the best forecasts, the fastest  alerts and more. When minutes matter (and they do when severe  weather strikes), get more time, and Know Before.


6. Pocket: Get it here

The app is best for  offline reading isn’t just limited to phones and tablets anymore. Pocket lets you save articles from the Web, and read them later in a streamlined view. It’s great for catching up on long stories that you don’t have time   to read during the day. The new Chrome App supports offline viewing, and offers a full-screen mode without the usualbrowser clutter of URL bars and buttons.

7. UberConference: Get it Here

For most people, audio conferencing starts with the awkward process of finding and typing in dial-in numbers and     PIN codes. Its tedious even when you have the numbers right in front of you, it’s worse if you are out of the office or      away from your computer. On top of everything, it is costly

UberConference reinvents conference calling by providing web and smartphone interfaces that make it super easy to have a productive meeting.
- See everyone's LinkedIn and Google+ profiles
- Click to mute guests, noisy street, kids, whatever
- No PINs required.  We can even call you!
- Instantly know who is on a call and who’s speaking
- Easily add new participants during the meeting

8. Google Hangouts: Get it here

Google introduced Hangouts as  iMessage competitor. You have native apps available both on  Android and iOS.        Therefore,  you can sync your conversations across your mobile devices with ease. On top of that, you've now got a     Chrome app that keeps your hangout conversations easily accessible on your desktop. With a minimalist approach,, Hangouts can now hide itself at the bottom of your screen for immediate availability when you need to contact              someone or someone is needed to contact you.


9. Wunderlist: Get it here

Wunderlist’s Chrome app provides a nearly identical experience to its famous desktop version. It provides robust to-do management with a desktop-like experience, but without large baggage of desktop app (which is actually a favorite on both OS X and Windows), you should definitely give Wunderlist a go.

10. Google Keep: Get in here:

Save and quickly save what’s on your mind. Get a lightning fast access and organize the information you want with Google Keep. Create a text note, add a photo, or type up a quick list. 

Notes go everywhere you go with many platforms to synchronize.Notes created with Keep syncs seamlessly  betweenthe Android app (goo.gl/XTJqg) and on the web at Google Drive (drive.google.com/keep). In case there is no                 connection, Keep Chrome web app keeps it offline and you are synced back to the web and your other devices when  your connection returns.

In our next series, we will be bringing out ten best Chrome extensions and their detailed usage. In the meantime, please provide your feedback on Google Chrome Apps.

Author: Technology Vista

Tagged : Chrome / Chromebook / Google