7 Apps that Add Functionality to Kindle Fire HD

The Kindle Fire HD is a handy tablet ideal for reading, gaming, watching movies and TV shows, listening to music, and much more. It has a lot of amazing features, but it still falls behind other tablet competitors when it comes to functionality. Here are some apps that will add functionality to your Kindle Fire HD.

7 Apps that Add Functionality to Kindle Fire HD

Alarm Clock Extreme Free

The Kindle Fire HD does not have a built-in alarm clock app. To add alarm clock functionality, you can download Alarm Clock Extreme free of charge. This easy-to-use alarm clock app includes features that prevent excessive snoozing to get you out of bed. It is highly customizable and will allow you to wake up in a manner that works best for you. It includes music alarm, random song alarm, gentle alarm volume ramp up, math to snooze/disable, shake to snooze/disable, nap alarm with countdown timer, auto-snooze, auto-dismiss, and much more.

textPlus

The textPlus app allows you to turn your Kindle Fire HD into a phone by enabling you to send free text messages to anyone in US and Canada. It even allows you to make cheap phone calls to any number worldwide.

The textPlus app can be downloaded for free in the Amazon website.

myCamera HD+

The front facing camera of the Kindle Fire HD is intended for video calls using Skype. To get much more use of the built-in HD camera, download myCamera HD+, which only costs $1.99. The myCamera HD+ app allows you to capture photos and record videos. It comes with 18 beautiful filters and provides photo editing options, including a timer. According to the Amazon website, the app features the following:

• 18 Beautiful Photo Filters
• Take Photos and Make Videos from both Default and Extended Camera Mode
• Image Enhancement for Low-Res Images
• Share Image on Social Networks
• Complete HD Gallery made for KindleFire HD & HDx
• Panaromic Capture
• View, Delete, and Share Photos and Videos
• 4 Background Themes
• Enhanced User Experience made optimized for KindleFire HD & HDx

Cube Calculator

Cube Calculator is a free app that is capable of computing simple to complex equations. The scientific feature includes math expressions calculation (RPN based), percentages (calculation discount, tax, tip, and others), time calculation, history and memory, digit grouping of result, saving state between sessions, and logarithmic and trigonometric functions (degrees and radians).

WiFi File Explorer Pro

The WiFi File Explorer Pro app allows you to browse, download, and stream information from your Kindle Fire HD directly to a computer via a secure Wi-Fi connection and password-protected web browser. It even allows you to manage your files between your Kindle Fire HD and your computer without using a cable.

According to the Amazon website, the app features the following:

• Manage files between your Android device and computer without using a cable
• View and send photos and other files from your phone via a secure Wi-Fi connection
• See all files in a password-protected Web browser
• Stream music from your phone directly to your computer
• Configure port settings to your preferences

The WiFi File Explorer Pro can be downloaded for $0.99 at Amazon.com

SketchBook Mobile

SketchBook Mobile is a drawing app that has 47 preset brushes and extensive color palette to help you release the artist in you. This easy-to-use drawing app features a wide range of sketching tools and gives you control over your work by allowing you to add up to 12 layers that can be edited separately and combined into a single image. Importing and exporting images to and from your Kindle Fire HD is made easy using SketchBook mobile. You can even share your creations via the in-app emailing option.

The SketchBook Mobile app is available for download at Amazon.com for only $1.99.

ColorNote Notepad Notes

A notepad app is a very handy tool for organizing your thoughts and managing your to-do list. Unfortunately, Kindle Fire HD does not have a built-in note-taking app. However, you can download the ColorNote Notepad Notes app for free to add this functionality to your Kindle Fire HD. The ColorNote Notepad Notes app allows you to create, manage, and share your lists and notes from your mobile screen via email or social media. It features a lined-paper styled text option and a traditional checklist option that can be protected using a password lock. Each note can be customized with a time and date reminder to better interact with your phone. Also, the notes created from this app can be pinned to the status bar for constant reminder and quick reference.