there's an app for that! librarian and patron edition
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THERE’S AN APP FOR
Presented BySena Loyd, @Two Digital Learning Center Manager, Carson City [email protected], 775-887-2244 x1018
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Librarian and Patron EditionNevada Library Association Conference - October 19, 2013
www.nptechforgood.com
THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!
App = Application
Generally Mobile
Software
WHAT IS AN APP?
THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!
Cisco predicts MOBILE CONNECTIONS will
hit 10 MILLION by
2016
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of American Adults Own a Cell Phone
of American Adults Own a Smart Phone
of American Adults Own a Tablet Computer
91%56%34%
WHY APPS MATTER!
Pew Internet: Mobile September 18, 2013
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Access the Internet
Download Apps
60%52%50%
WHY APPS MATTER!
Send or Receive Emails
of Adults
with a Cell Phone!
Pew Internet: Mobile September 18, 2013
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Apple
Blackberry
900,000800,000120,000
WHY APPS MATTER!
Android (Includes Kindle)
as of 2013
apps available!
Mobile Statistics2012
Windows100,000
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Android (Includes Kindle)
Blackberry
50,000,00048,000,0003,000,000
WHY APPS MATTER!
Apple
as of 2012-13
apps downloaded!
Mobile Statistics2012
Windows???,???
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RADIO
INTERNET
38 YEARS13 YEARS4 YEARS
WHY APPS MATTER!
TV
time to 50 MILLION USERS
Mobile Statistics2012
DRAW SOMETHINGAPP50 DAYS
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Americans say that they would embrace wider uses of
technology at libraries.
WHY APPS should
MATTER to Libraries!
University of Washington Study2009Mobile Connections to Libraries Pew Study 2012
6% of Americans ages 16 and older had used a mobile device to connect to a
library site in 2009
13% of Americans ages 16 and older had used a mobile device to connect to
a library site in 2013
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Americans say that they would embrace wider uses of
technology at libraries.
WHY APPS should
MATTER to Libraries!
Library Services in the Digital AgePew Study 2012
Apps-based access to library materials and programs:
35% of Americans ages 16 and older would “very likely” use that service and
28% say they would be “somewhat likely” to do so.
THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!
Americans say that they would embrace wider uses of
technology at libraries.
WHY APPS should
MATTER to Libraries!
Library Services in the Digital AgePew Study 2012
GPS-Navigation apps to help patrons locate materials inside library buildings:
34% of Americans ages 16 and older would “very likely” use that service and
28% say they would be “somewhat likely” to do so.
THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!
AccessMyLibrary
uses your global position to locate libraries within a 10-mile radius, then will give you access to online Gale resources.
Cost:Free
Category:Reference
Platforms:AppleAndroid
THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!
Allrecipes.com Dinner
access shopping lists, search recipes by dish, cooking time, ingredients, find recipes that match your diet.
Cost:Free, $2.99 Pro
Category:Food & Drink
Platforms:AppleAndroidWindows 8
THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!
App Advice
tells you everything you need to know about apps and your iPhone or iPad. Whats the latest app news?
Cost:$1.99
Category:News
Platforms:Apple
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apps.usa.gov
353 apps in subjects such as Reference, Utilities, Health and Fitness, Medical, News, Travel and Lifestyle.
Cost:Free, Varies
Category:Many
Platforms:AppleAndroidBlackberry
THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!
ArticleSearch
browse scientific papers, journals, articles, magazines and more academic publications. Includes abstracts and full text.
Cost:Free, In-App Purchases Avail.
Category:Education
Platforms:Apple
THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!
Bloomberg
comprehensive access to global business and finance news, market data and portfolio tools. Personalization available.
Cost:Free
Category:Finance
Platforms:AppleAndroidBlackberryWindows
THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!
City Guides Catalog
traveling somewhere? Get this FREE city guide with the restaurants, attractions, hotels and reviews from TripAdvisor. No data.
Cost:Free
Category:Travel
Platforms:AppleAndroid
THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!
Cities - Nat Geo
explore the best of four of the world’s most vibrant cities - London, Paris, Rome and New York.
Cost:Free
Category:Travel
Platforms:Apple
THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!
Dictionary.com
#1 FREE dictionary app for apple and android.
Cost:Free
Category:Reference
Platforms:AppleAndroid
THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!
Dropbox
lets you bring all your photos, docs, and videos anywhere are share them easily. Upload files to your free account. 2gb.
Cost:Free
Category:Productivity
Platforms:AppleAndroidBlackberry
THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!
DuckDuckGo
offers you a better way to search and take on Stories. Search anonymously.
Cost:Free
Category:Reference
Platforms:AppleAndroid
THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!
EasyBib
create MLA, APA, and Chicago style citations in seconds by scanning a book bar code, create a database of citations.
Cost:Free
Category:Education
Platforms:AppleAndroid
THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!
Evernote
is easy to use, free app that helps you remember everything across all of the devices you use. Stay organized!
Cost:Free
Category:Productivity
Platforms:AppleAndroidWindows
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is your personal magazine. Select the news you want to read!
Cost:Free
Category:News
Platforms:AppleAndroid
THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!
Google Translate
translate text between more than 70 languages!
Cost:Free
Category:Reference
Platforms:AppleAndroid
THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!
HootSuite
helps you spread social media messages, monitor conversations, and track results.
Cost:Free, In-App Purchases Avail.
Category:Social Networking
Platforms:AppleAndroid
THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!
iAnnotate PDF
use to read, mark up, and share PDF, DOC, PPT and image files!
Cost:$9.99
Category:Productivity
Platforms:AppleAndroid
THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!
iTunes U
gives you access to complete courses from leading universities and other schools - plus the world’s largest digital catalog of free educational content.
Cost:Free
Category:Education
Platforms:Apple
THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!
Job Search by Indeed
Job searching on the go with the most comprehensive search engine for jobs.
Cost:Free
Category:Business
Platforms:AppleAndroid
THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!
Khan Academy/Kh Android
allows you to learn almost anything for free.
Cost:Free
Category:Education
Platforms:AppleAndroid
THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!
Mango Languages
free access to over 40 foreign language courses and 15 English courses taught in users native language.
Cost:Free, in-App and Library Subscription
Category:Education
Platforms:AppleAndroid
THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!
Merck PTE HD
periodic table of elements.
Cost:Free
Category:Education
Platforms:AppleAndroid
THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!
Moo, Baa, La La La!
Sandra Boynton’s best selling book.
Cost:$3.99
Category:Books
Platforms:Apple
THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!
Netflix
movies on the go!
Cost:Free, subscription
Category:Entertainment
Platforms:AppleAndroid
THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!
NPR News
a delightful news magazine.
Cost:Free
Category:News
Platforms:AppleAndroid
THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!
OverDrive
read and listen to eBooks and audiobooks from your library on the go or at home. 22,000 libraries nationwide.
Cost:Free
Category:Books
Platforms:AppleAndroid BlackberryWindowsNook
THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!
Reference USA
a premiere business and consumer reference and research tool offering instant, real-time access to in-depth information on millions of businesses in the USA.
Cost:Free
Category:Reference
Platforms:AppleAndroid
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TED
presents talks from some of the world’s most fascinating people.
Cost:Free
Category:Entertainment
Platforms:AppleAndroid
THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!
Thank you!
Presented BySena Loyd, @Two Digital Learning Center Manager, Carson City Library
[email protected], 775-887-2244 x1018