With so many people spending their time indoors this year, the number of apps being downloaded for work, study and entertainment purposes were quite similar. Some of the similarities all these apps share is that they are either social networking apps or used for meetings with larger numbers of people.
So here are the 10 most popular and downloaded apps for iOS devices in 2020.
Most Popular Apps for iOS
Zoom
Let’s be honest, a lot of us wouldn’t have had this app downloaded on our phones if we weren’t indoors, but that was exactly what happened this year.
Zoom has become one of the most popular apps of the year because it has proven to be one of the most accessible apps to host meetings or classes.
A lot of businesses and schools actually used this app to hold meetings and classes all year, thus driving the need for people to download the app.
And as long as people are indoors, this will continue to be one of the most popular apps on App Store.
TikTok
Guys, this is one of the most popular apps in the world today, and despite being banned in India, TikTok is still among the most downloaded entertainment apps of 2020.
Used mainly to create and share videos, creators on TikTok have gained more fans and followers this year due to a lot of people joining the entertainment app this year.
A number of celebrities have joined the app, driving its popularity and ensuring more people join the platform.
Among the celebrities who use TikTok are celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay, singer Miley Cyrus, and make-up guru James Charles.
Disney+
The launch of Disney’s premier streaming channel Disney+ opened the doors for more great shows and movies that have been produced by the company.
Joining other platforms like Netflix and Hulu, Disney+ has become the hottest streaming site this year, mainly due to the range of programs (new and old) that is available on the site. So it’s no surprise that the Disney+ app has been one of the most downloaded apps this year.
With shows like The Mandalorian and upcoming Marvel’s Avengers spin-off shows like WandaVision, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Disney+ is gaining ground as one of the most popular apps around.
YouTube
Till date, this has been one of the most popular entertainment apps around. YouTube is home to millions of videos and content creators and there is definitely something for anyone.
Whether you’re looking for music, or DIY videos, lectures, or simply memes, you are sure to find it on YouTube.
Thus, it makes sense that a lot of people downloaded this app in 2020.
Arguably one of the best apps out there, Instagram has evolved from being an app where pictures could be shared.
Today, it has millions of users from across the world and is one of the platforms that is used to inform and entertain a mass audience.
This year, with so many people spending time indoors, it comes as no surprise that Instagram has been one of the most downloaded apps of the year.
With a bunch of new features and bug fixes, Instagram continues to grow in popularity.
Facebook is one of the most recognisable brands out there, and continues to gain new users each day.
This social networking app is increasingly popular and one of the most effective ways to stay in touch with family and friends from all around the world. It is one of the apps that is sure to make communication easier.
Facebook Messenger
This goes hand in hand with the Facebook app, and is one of the best methods of audio and video communication.
Messenger uses your Facebook account so you can engage in group chats, audio or video calls with friends etcetera.
It is very easy to use and now, with its Dark Mode, gives a cooler look as well.
Snapchat
It’s not difficult to see why so many people prefer Snapchat as the premier mode of communication. You see, Snapchat was the first app that introduced so many of the features we see on other apps.
“Stories” was a concept by Snapchat, and this has been adopted by other social networking sites like Facebook, Instagram and now, Twitter.
Still, Snapchat is quite popular among younger users, who use it to share stories, pictures, videos and messages with friends.
Gmail
As far as email services go, Gmail is perhaps the most recognisable and the best email to use. It connects easily with your Google account and can be used on a number of devices, both iOS and Android.
Gmail is also great for communicating, and you can hold meetings through Google Meet. It definitely is a popular app!
Cash app
A money transfer app, Cash App is one of the most secure ways to transfer money online. It has also been billed as the number one finance app on App Store!
Some of the key features of this app is that it allows funds to be shared through phone numbers or by scanning QR codes.
You can also use it to invest in stocks or bitcoin!
So there you have it, folks. The 10 most downloaded and popular apps on iOS. How many of these do you have on your phone?