Education & Reference (641 programs)

Pros: Translate directly from clipboard content. Enables right-click translation option in most apps. Opens above other apps for ease of use. Synchronizes translations across connected devices.

Cons: Much more expensive than competitor apps. Pop-up window cannot be moved around. Users report bugs with key features. Free alternatives provide similar features.

Pros: Colourful retelling of the story. Fully voiced narration. Interactive scenes with simple tasks. Covers seven different languages.

Cons: Interface a bit fiddly for very small children. Contains only one story. Smaller details may be hard to make out. Will not appeal to older players.

Pros: Fresh anatomical models. Great details offered. Excellent 3D technology. Free tool.

Cons: Not compatible with OS 10.6. Does not feature bone landmarks. Doesn’t pack in all the information you need. May crash or not just open at times.

Pros: Huge selection of definitions. Includes spoken phrases. Simple search interface. Application is very stable.

Cons: Download process for new definitions can be complicated. No notetaking facility. App doesn't integrate directly with word processors. Limited OS support.

Pros: Removes DRM. Supports many formats. Batch removal.

Cons: For eBooks only.

Pros: Reliably removes DRM protection. Batch edit functionality. Fast and easy to use. No loss of quality.

Cons: Requires 64-bit architecture to work. Limited OS support. Overly simplistic interface for advanced users. Some older devices are not supported by this application.

Pros: Broad format compatibility. Works quickly.

Cons: Format support is still not fully universal.

Pros: Fast batch processing. Simple offline workflow.

Cons: No built-in viewer. Limited formatting control.

Pros: Clear HD visuals immerse you in an underwater paradise. Has a built in soundtrack - but also allows you to import music from iTunes. Adjusting the footage on screen is simple and easy. Learn new facts via the interactive encyclopedia.

Cons: Huge download file size, larger than many games. May prove too distracting when trying to concentrate on other tasks. Requires a powerful computer to fully operate and showcase the visuals. Not entirely practical as it drains your battery fast.

Pros: Detailed lunar information. Tailored based on time and location. Information is beautifully presented. Plenty of options to adjust and explore.

Cons: Slightly clunky user interface. Does not explain the advanced terminology. Small resolution is not ideal for large screens. Lacks a full moon alert function.

Pros: Male and female voice-overs will help teach you pronunciations of words. Over 1000 words available to learn to read. Vibrant graphics take your mind off the chore of learning. Many types of fireworks to enjoy, including an option to customise your own.

Cons: Writing too fast may cause the app not to recognise input. Can take time to learn handling of firework launchers. Answers sometimes overlap, leading you to accidentally pick the wrong one. Theme becomes tiresome if you're not passionate about learning the language.

Pros: Wide number of lessons. Large database of words and phrases. Includes educational games. Kids get digital stickers as rewards.

Cons: Some lessons only available via paid subscription. Inconsistent mixture of cartoons and photos. Appropriate only for certain age groups. Limited selection of languages.

Pros: A number of condensed biblical dictionaries are included. Offers Hebrew terminology. Daily devotional readings can be accessed. Additional international languages are offered.

Cons: Accessing some features will require a registration. Not all international languages are covered. Memory requirements of 154.7 megabytes could impact some systems. Those with 32-bit processors may encounter a handful of functionality issues.

Pros: Intuitive and easy to use. Instantly balances chemical equations. Supports export of equations in their original format. Equations can be saved.

Cons: Basic chemistry knowledge is mandatory. User manual needs work. Working with keyboard shortcuts needs some getting used to. Doesn’t make chemistry fun.

Pros: Simple, intuitive interface. Learn by playing. Very engaging application. Features several interactive geological simulations.

Cons: Application consumes a lot of resources. No ability to roam around in a virtual world. Getting to know your way around can be challenging. Only 20 simulations are available.

Pros: Numerous measurements can be converted. Addresses linear and quadratic equations. Requires only 2.6 megabytes of memory. An excellent supplement for classroom studies.

Cons: Not as many math tools are present within its architecture. Could cause speed or performance issues with 32-bit processors. Will not work with older operating systems. Might not be compatible with all third-party note-taking tools.

Pros: Compositing effects and touchpad gestures work well. Good integration with Apple APIs. Retina display-ready. Supports keyboard shortcuts.

Cons: No continuous vertical scrolling. Some .rar files may not open. Multi-touch is a hit/miss. Additional languages may not be supported in all versions.