Useful applications on a smartphone in wartime

The war has changed the attitude towards the smartphone in Ukraine. Now it is not only a tool for selfies, but also a whole set of tools for survival.

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We’ve rounded up the top five essential apps for your smartphone that will help you through this difficult time, and some may even save your life.

Useful smartphone apps

DIA

The official application of the state. It was created to simplify the work with documents, but during the war it turned into an indispensable tool. With it, you can apply for assistance to migrants to open or close a private enterprise, and even watch TV or drive Bayraktar.

Download: Android, iOS

TELEGRAM

The popular messenger became even more relevant during the war, becoming almost the main source of news. The main thing is to draw information from trusted sources, for example, segodnya.ua. In addition, various chatbots allow you to give out enemy positions, report disinformation, and much more.

Download:Android, iOS

AIR ALARM

A handy application will notify you of an air raid alert in the city or region of your choice. The application does not require registration and does not collect personal data. Notifications come even when the smartphone is in silent mode.

Download: Android, iOS

TACTICMEDAID

Electronic guide to medical care for injuries. The activities described in the Civilian and Military TacticMedAid handbooks are pre-medical care and do not require the rescuer to have a medical background. Content can be downloaded to the smartphone’s memory for offline access.

Download: Android, iOS

FIRST AID

Another first aid application provided by the National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies. The application contains simple step-by-step instructions about first aid during emergencies.

Download: Android, iOS