Top 10 Android Apps For Better Communication 2013

The invention of mobile phones with voice calls and text messages changed the way we communicate in many ways. The next thing we know, the entire world started to enjoy talking and chatting with each other over long distances. The only problem was, calls and messages took a huge chunk out of their pockets. But then, some of the genius people invented the web and the first smartphones. And they were like, "why to pay for calls and messages when you can do 'em all for free via the web!".

Yes, welcome to the 21st century! Here, we don't pay for our calls and messages. We video chat, voice chat, exchange text messages/photos/videos and much more from our smartphones via the web. All at absolutely no cost! And Android being the leading smartphone OS of the the world, here are the top 10 "communication" Android apps so that you can communicate, in the best way possible, with the ones that matter the most to you.

Top 10 "Communication" Android Apps

1. WhatsApp Messenger

WhatsApp uses your internet connection (2G, 3G or WiFi) so that you can chat with your friends and family free of cost! Switch from SMS to WhatsApp to send and receive messages, pictures, audio notes, and video messages. Whatsapp's group chat feature is particularly popular. The coolest thing is that you don't have to log in/ log out, Whatsapp is always activated. It syncs with your mobile contact list, automatically detecting which of your contacts have Whatsapp.

2. Facebook Messenger

Facebook Messenger is the entire Facebook experience in the palm of your hands! Yes, this is the Android version of Facebook you use everyday. With Facebook Messenger, you can chat, share photos/videos, update statuses and do every other thing that you do on your desktop, sometimes even better than that! If you are one of those Facebook addicts, this is a must-have app for you.

3. Twitter

Twitter, as you all will be knowing, is the famous micro-blogging site. With Twitter, You can enjoy the entire Twitter experience on the go and watch the world unfold like never before. Get real-time stories, pictures, videos, conversations, ideas, and inspiration all in your timeline. Follow people and your interests to get unfiltered access and unique behind-the-scenes perspectives. Express yourself with photos, videos and comments. If you are an avid Twitter user, this app is definitely worth a shot.

4. Skype

Say “hello” to friends and family with an instant message, voice or video call on Skype for free. Join millions of people using Skype today to stay in touch with the people who matter the most. There’s so much you can do, right from the palm of your hand. With Skype, you can talk to your heart’s content with free voice and video calls to all your friends and family.

5. Hangouts

Google Hangouts is the ultimate communication solution. Hangouts brings one-on-one and group conversations to life with photos, instant messages and video calls for free. Connect with friends across computers, Android and Apple devices. One of the most popular features of Hangouts is that you can turn any conversation into a video call with up to 10 friends. The best thing is - you can use Hangouts on desktop, Android and also on iOS. Hangouts stay in sync across all your devices so that you can start or continue them anywhere.

6. Truecaller

What if somebody's bothering you by calling again and again and you don't know who that is. Or what if you got some old friend's text saying "Hey buddy! remember me right?" and you are too embarrassed to ask who he is! Truecaller shows you who the caller is instantly, blocks unwanted calls and much more. Truecaller is the world's largest collaborative phone directory that makes it easy to get in touch with people across the globe.

7. Viber

With Viber, everyone in the world can connect for free. More than 200 million Viber users text, call, and send photo and video messages worldwide over Wifi, 3G or 2G - for free. On Viber, your phone number is your ID. The app syncs with your mobile contact list and hence, automatically detects which of your contacts are on Viber. You can also make free calls with HD sound quality.

8. LINE

LINE is a new communication app which allows you to make free voice calls and send free messages whenever and wherever you are. LINE has more than 210 million users worldwide and is used in over 231 countries! Kinda like Whatsapp and Viber, but you know you can trust this one because LINE has been ranked no. 1 in the free app category in 52 countries!

9. WeChat

Free texting, voice messages, and video calls in your pocket. 300 million people love WeChat because it's fast, reliable, private, and always on. Similar to all other apps, WeChat also works on your internet connection. One of WeChat's widely famous feature is the real walkie talkie mode with up to 40 friends!

10. Nimbuzz Messenger

Nibuzz Messenger is the all-in-one chat package. It lets you chat with your buddies on Facebook, Gtalk and Yahoo Messenger for free. Along with that, Nimbuzz Messenger combines the power of internet and smart phone messenger into one, and lets you make cheap international voice calls, send unlimited chat messages, share files on any mobile device across popular messengers.

All the apps mentioned above are equally great but sadly, all are kinda the same! Some apps like Truecaller and Twitter can be considered as must-haves but besides that, the best communication app for "you" is the one where your family and friends are the most active.