Play Store

What are apps?

Applications (or apps for short) are small computer programmes that run on your device that enhance what it can do. Your phone is operated by Android operating systems which is powered by Google, enabling you to use all Google's service with ease.
Customise your phone with the things you love by shopping at Google Play. Whether you want apps for chat, cooking or movie-making, the selection is endless and new ones are added all the time.
To download Android apps you'll need a Gmail account.
Shop instantly on your smartphone or browse on your personal computer then have purchases sent to your device, just make sure you're signed in with the same account.
Click here to learn more about Google Play.

How much are they?

Android apps range from free to around £30 and once downloaded they're permanently stored on your phone.
Remember: it's always a good idea to back up all precious things like apps on a personal computer.

Downloading apps on your phone

Google play has free and paid apps for your phone. To make a purchase, you'll need to visit Google to create a checkout account. Here you can register a payment method to purchase apps with.

Select the All Apps button on the home screen
Select Play store.
To find an app:
- Browse the featured apps - scroll through the list
- Browse by categories - select Apps or Games, and then select a category. You can then filter the apps by Top paid, Top free or Just in.
- Search - select the magnifying glass, enter details of the type of app you're looking for, then press the magnifying glass icon at the bottom of your phone
When you've found an app you like, select it to read its description and any user reviews.
To download or purchase the app, select free (for free apps) or the price button under Buy (for paid apps).