So I thought it was as good a time as any to post about what new apps I’ve been using on my iPhone (*cough* iPod Touch), I’ve finally started spending money on apps rather than just sticking to the freebies, and unsurprisingly the quality has increased tremendously.

Be warned, most of the links are iTunes Store links.

Leisure

Speed Test. Well if you’ve ever used Speedtest​.net then you’ll be at home with this app, simply tests your Internet speed, though it doesn’t cope very well with speeds above 10Mbps. Free

TV Guide. Pretty basic as well, gives you TV listings for a wide selection of channels, though if you have Sky+ then the Sky+ app is probably for you; let’s you set your box to record something away from home. £0.59

Tweetie. Hands down the best Twitter app I’ve used on the iPhone, it just does everything you’d want it to, and a whole lot more than Twitterrific used to let you, and it’s a lot cheaper than the Premium version. £1.79

ZumoDrive. You’ll need a ZumoDrive account but this app lets you access the files you’ve uploaded to your account, including the ability to stream music to your iPhone. Free, subscription from free

Games

Blocked. A simple, cheap puzzler, you’ve got to slide the blocks to get the blue block to the exit, gives your brain a good exercise and is easy to pick up and have a quick go as it saves all your progress. £0.59

Bowman. You’ve probably played the Flash version, there are two archers and you take turns firing arrows at each other, first to hit a few times wins, pretty simple, but the Bird Hunting mode adds more depth. £0.59

Flight Control. I love this game, your tasked with landing all the planes that are incoming on the right runway without any crashing, starts slow but gets pretty hectic quickly, great fun. £0.59

geoDefense. You have to survive wave after wave of ‘creeps’ by placing gun turrets strategically on their path, there are five different towers and they can all be upgraded. Good for a little bit of fun. There is also a free lite version available. £2.39

Got any you’d recommend? Feel free to leave me a comment.