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7 apps that can teach you something useful during your commute

Learn on the go.

AH, THE COMMUTE.

Some dread it, others quite enjoy it as a way to spend a little time doing something you might not otherwise have time for – catching up on emails or TV shows or reading that book you got for Christmas.

But if you find yourself considering the commute wasted time then fear not. We’ve rounded up seven apps that will help you pass the time and teach you something useful at the same time.

You’re welcome.

1. Duolingo

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If you’re already thinking of where you’ll be heading off to on your holidays this year and are worried about language barriers, then you need Duolingo.

It’s an easy way to learn a new language – or brush up on the language you learned at school. It works like a game, so you can earn points for correct answers, level up and race against the clock.

Available on iOS, Android and Windows.

2. Lumosity

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Lumosity consists of games that help train your brain in lots of different ways.

We all know that your brain needs exercise in order to keep it sharp and Lumosity has lots of games that target different areas of the brain, from helping overcoming distractions to testing your reaction speeds.

Available on iOS and Android

3. Udemy online courses

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If you fancy learning programming, design, business, photography and more then Udemy is the place to go.

With over 25,000 courses available – both paid for and free – chances are strong you’ll find something you would like to study there.

Available on iOS, Android and Windows

4. Khan Academy

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Khan Academy is where to go if you’re interested in brushing up more scholastic-themed subjects – for instance, if you’re heading back to college and need to do a maths test to apply.

But even if you’re not heading back to college,  there are loads of subjects to study just for the pure love of it, from art history to computer programming, economics or science.

Available on iOSAndroid and Windows. 

5. TED talks

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You probably know all about the TED talks, but just in case you don’t – they are talks given by a wide variety of experts in all sorts of fields. From architecture to positive psychology, business or health – there’s something in here for you no matter what your interests. And if you fancy expanding your horizons, then Ted is the place to go.

Available on iOS, Android and Windows.

6. Cookpad

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If you spend your commute salivating over what you’re going to have for dinner when you get home, then this is the app for you.

With hundreds of different recipes available no matter what you fancy eating – or have in the fridge – you’re sure to find a delicious recipe to cook on the way home.

Available on iOS, Android and Windows.

7. Calm

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If the only thing you want to do after a long day at work is chill out, then check out the Calm app. It will teach you meditation which you can do on your commute, bringing a sense of calm and ease to the latter half of your day.

Available on iOS and Android.

Feeling inspired to get learning done on your commute? Make sure to head over to Transport for Ireland and plan your journey from start to finish – so you won’t waste a  minute of valuable learning time. Transport for Ireland – your journey starts here. 

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    Sep 14th 2021, 1:36 PM

    Pity this news didn’t break few weeks ago…. Simon Coveney could have used it as an excuse !

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    Sep 14th 2021, 1:40 PM

    Bla bla bla..how do u get the patch?! Gee, Journal, do you guys own a phone? If u read this article, what would u want to know??? Is it a full iOS upgrade???
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    Sep 14th 2021, 2:06 PM

    @Jimmy Jones: Nothing wrong with the article Jimmy, consider yourself informed, go to your phone and do a check for updates, latest IOS is 14.8 and is the one you want to address this issue

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    Sep 14th 2021, 2:29 PM

    @Jimmy Jones: I don’t think you understand how journalism works. If the Journal tell you there’s a heat wave coming, are you expecting them to tell you how to apply sun cream?

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    Sep 14th 2021, 2:46 PM

    @Jimmy Jones: it’s not a full iOS upgrade it’s a vulnerability security patch to get it go to settings general software update the full upgrade will be called iOS 15 and should be available around the soon possibly as early as next week

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    Sep 14th 2021, 3:54 PM

    @Jimmy Jones: you write a letter to Apple to get the patch, they post it out to you and then you stick the patch onto the back of your iPhone.
    Pretty straightforward really.

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    Sep 14th 2021, 1:44 PM

    Isralies at it again, when is the world going to put a stop to these Isralie tech companies selling their spyware to every miserable and nasty governments around the world?

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    Sep 14th 2021, 1:23 PM

    But, but the Russians!

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    Sep 14th 2021, 1:25 PM

    @Fr. Fintan Stack: this is clearly the work of Sinn Fein masterminds, Father.

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    Sep 14th 2021, 1:36 PM

    @Johnny: say that to him again and he’ll put your head through the wall

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    Sep 14th 2021, 1:47 PM

    @Daniel O’Connor: Boo! Bye girls! Pair of wánkers.

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    Sep 14th 2021, 2:14 PM

    @Fr. Fintan Stack: you mean the CCP

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    Sep 14th 2021, 5:17 PM

    @Fr. Fintan Stack: You’ve had your fun and that’s all that matters!

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    Sep 14th 2021, 3:02 PM

    Android for the win

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    Sep 14th 2021, 3:11 PM

    @Gareth Keenan: you’d be a long time waiting to get your Android security patch pushed through; 1 – 6 months depending on your phone make and Android version.

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    Sep 15th 2021, 2:18 PM

    My apple iPad last update was 12.5.4 iPad claims it is up to date Apple won’t protect me
    It’s works fine so no need to replace it

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