Top Five Apps To Download For Your Christmas Gadgets

Add some fun to the run up to Christmas by downloading some of the best games, services and treats for your mobile device. Whether you need a plumber at short notice or you need some in-car entertainment on the way to your relatives, we’ve found something to suit you and your family…

Portable North Pole (PNP 2016)

We recently featured the web version of this fun and impressive app. The idea behind Portable North Pole is that you child (or grown-up!) can receive calls and video from the North Pole.

Our favourite is the free version – it has no irritating adverts and after a few easy questions it will personalise your video and loads within a minute or so. Your children will love hearing and seeing Father Christmas because it really feels as if he is talking directly to them.

Isle of Wight Radio App

‘Get the latest Isle of Wight, news, sport weather, travel and tourist information when you need it, wherever you are. You can listen to Isle of Wight Radio, get instant access to great local offers and win some amazing prizes from festival tickets to holidays.’

The Isle of Wight Radio app allows you to find local businesses, services and restaurants at the tap of a button and also has new offers and competitions appearing every day.

Don’t Grind

Don’t Grind is reminiscent of many ‘Keep ’em Up’ games but grabs your attention with the adorable googly-eyed banana character, making for an addictive game that you won’t be able to put down.

The aim of this game is to keep your new banana friend from the fate of the large, circular buzz-saws. Tap anywhere on the screen to jump and swipe left or right to nudge him. We think Don’t Grind is a fun game for both young and old players.

Mannequin Challenge

The Internet’s most recent craze now has an app! In Mannequin Challenge, your character has a zippy hover board and the aim is to whizz around capturing the best and most exciting mannequin footage than you can.

This game works on the basis that you collect coins to upgrade your character and as always, you can share your progress with and challenge your friends.

Christmas Sweeper 2 – Match 3

If you’re looking for a Christmas themed game to pass the days until Christmas Eve, then this popular three-in-a-row style game is perfect for you.

Christmas Sweeper is another variation on the chart-topping Candy Crush, offering ginger bread men, stars, baubles and more for you to match up and earn points, it’s even got a winter audio track too! With endless levels, this’ll keep you going well into New Year.