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Get organized, learn the language and make yourself at home with these tablet and smartphone apps.

Conversions:

  • XE Currency - Calculates euro prices in U.S. dollars.

  • ConvertPad - Changes metric measurements to the imperial system.

German language:

  • Google translate – Uses your device’s camera to translate menus, signs and paperwork.

  • Duolingo – Fun and interactive way to learn German.

  • Learn German for Kids – Great and easy way for children to learn German.

GPS:

  • Waze - Highly rated for directions and current traffic. It also detects speeding cameras. 

  • Google maps - Perfect for displaying current traffic.

Money:

  • Mint.com - Keeps track of moving expenses, financial goals and upcoming bill payments.

  • Local banking institution’s app - Service Credit Union, Community Bank and Andrews Federal Credit Union.

News:

  • Stars and Stripes – Get the latest news affecting your family as well as sports, classifieds, DODEA updates and entertainment.

Traffic:

  • AFN Europe – Get the latest scoop on weather, traffic and road conditions.

Transportation:

  • DB Navigator – Helps you learn to master the German train system.

Video Chat:

  • Skype – Connects you to friends and family everywhere.

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