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Boston’s brightest pick their top apps

By Hiawatha Bray

 |  Globe Columnist  

  February 02, 2012

If you’re unpacking a brand new smartphone, I suggest clearing your schedule. You’re going to be pretty busy installing new software apps. But which ones? There are half a million for Apple Inc.’s iPhone alone, and 300,000 for phones running Google Inc.’s Android software. What’s a smartphone newbie to do? Seek advice from smart people. We’ve got plenty in Greater Boston, and I’ve recruited them in a search for the best and brightest apps.

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