13 apps that can make you smarter everyday, try it
Despite the constant hand-wringing that smartphones will lead to the downfall of society, there's mounting evidence that your phone habit may not be so bad after all . In fact, there are ways your phone might actually be good for you. We've compiled a list of apps to boost your brainpower, hone your memory, and even improve your emotional intelligence. The science of how exactly our brains work — and how much we can train them — is constantly evolving, but one thing's for sure: there's no better way to get smarter while waiting in line at the grocery store. Whether you use an iPhone or an Android phone, there's something here for you. Duolingo Duolingo Combining reading, writing, listening, and speaking exercises for maximum progress in minimal time, Duolingo is a free (and beautiful) app designed to help you learn one of 13 languages. And you don't have to be traveling any time soon to reap the potential benefits: research suggests that...