Fed up of waiting for the Windows Mobile Marketplace to open its doors? Then use this time to check out the best of the existing apps for Pocket PC and Smartphone devices. Microsoft’s new mobile app store will launch with 600 applications but we shouldn’t forget that there’s already a ton available to download now that will power up your mobile experience. Here are 20 that I strongly recommend you to take a look at.
fring -Ultra-handy way to chat over IM or Skype while you’re sat on the bus
Nimbuzz – Another stellar instant messaging and VoIP app for Windows Mobile
Spb Mobile Shell – treat yourself to a much cooler and more powerful front-enda
Opera Mobile – Quite simply, the best way to browse the Web on a mobile phone
Google Maps – Who needs an expensive sat-nav system when you’ve got good old Google?
Kaspersky Mobile Security – Probably the most complete security tool for Windows Mobile
TCMP – Media player with enough guts to handle a massive range of formats
Skype for Pocket PC – Save yourself a heck of a lot of money on phone calls
vTap – Turn on the tap to a deluge of online videos
Facebook for Windows Mobile – Never lose touch with your friends. Ever
DivX Player Mobile – Enjoy your favorite movies in DivX format
XnView Pocket – Perform image editing on the fly
eWallet – Store all of your sensitive data in one place
KevTris – The best Tetris clone you’ll find on the platform
Resco Explorer – Leaner and meaner version of the clumsy Windows Mobile file explorer
Touch Notes – More power to your touchscreen with this handwritten note-taking app
Spb Brain Evolution -Pump up your mind muscles with this awesome mobile brain trainer
Snake Deluxe – Like the original Snake only a million times more interesting
Pocket Informant – Funky and functional calendar and appointments app
S2U2 – If all else fails, use this utility to transform your Windows Mobile device into an iPhone