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App: Amazon Mobile, by Amazon.com Inc.

For: All smartphones

Price: Free

It is probably safe to say that the large majority of consumers in the United States have used Amazon.com to buy merchandise. It is easy to use, the selection and the prices are great, shipping is fast and often free and you shop from the comfort of your home. As nice as it is to access Amazon on your computer, it is even better to be able to access Amazon.com on your smartphone. With Amazon mobile app, you may order something quickly, wherever you are. Amazon Mobile syncs with your online Amazon account, so you can access all the same features on your smartphone. The app is quite handy when you want to compare prices. A quick check on your smartphone with Amazon Mobile will show you Amazon's price, as well as the price of similar items. You can also quickly check the very useful Amazon user reviews. You can order the item immediately from your phone and, if you are a member of Amazon Prime, it will be delivered with free two-day shipping. The best thing about this app is the convenience of ordering almost anything you want, whenever you want, wherever you are, knowing you are most likely getting the lowest price available.