Halfway through the semester, just as you adapted to the pace of the school, you welcomed the middle week. Are you already exhausted and exhausted? As your capable assistant in a foreign country, Xiaobin has compiled essential apps for international students to help you better integrate into the environment, improve learning efficiency, and overcome the difficulties of rushing through due diligence. Students in need can stay here~
Learning category
Notability: A note taking app that all international students must have (Xiaobin thinks it's better than Goodnotes). Supports handwriting input, can also use touch screen pens or fingers to write, draw, and mark documents, and can also insert various media such as images, charts, tables, recordings, and web pages.

 

Quizlet: available in both online and app versions, a review tool during midterm and final periods. You can customize your own flashcard, and students who want to be lazy can also learn from previous students, saving time and effort.
Grammarly: an online grammar and spelling checking tool that can be used to review essays before each submission. In addition to correcting errors, Grammarly also provides suggestions on how to improve word selection, sentence structure, and expression to enhance the clarity and fluency of the article.

 

DeepL: An AI translation software that is more accurate than Google Translate! We also provide file translation services in multiple languages.

Chegg: The American version of "Little Ape Search" provides answers and analysis to millions of questions, helping students understand and master the course content faster. It is particularly useful for science, engineering, mathematics, and science courses.
Daily social activities
Instagram: No one should be unaware of Instagram, sharing photos and videos, and stories visible within a day are more suitable for high-frequency sharing of daily life than WeChat Moments.

 

Snapchat: A popular social app among young people, mainly focused on real-time photo and video sharing.
Whatsapp: North American version of WeChat, essential for daily socializing.

GroupMe: Most of the student groups for all classes are in GroupMe, making it easy to connect assignments with questions.
Travel related
Uber/Lyft: A must-have software for daily trips and taxis, which can be used alternately to prevent cheating.

 

Revel: A very eye-catching small blue car software, not as popular as Uber and Lyft, but because it is a tram, it will be more environmentally friendly, and the price range is similar to Uber and Lyft.
Travel related
Expedia: Get all the airfare, hotels, vacation packages, car rentals, and event tickets in one go. Members can also accumulate points and enjoy special discounts.

 

Booking: encompasses various hotel booking fields, including international chain hotels, independent hotels, and inns.
Delivery category
Panda/Rice and vegetable roll: It provides various Asian delicacies that can save the Chinese stomach of international students, bringing comfort to those who rush to dues late at night.
Chowbus: More Asian restaurants are available than Rice and vegetable roll pandas, which are covered in many cities in North America.

 

Uber Eats/Doordash/Grubhub: Most of them are local cuisines in North America. They also provide delivery in some Asian restaurants. They are usually faster than pandas/Rice and vegetable roll/Showbus. They can be eaten in about 30 minutes after placing an order.

 

Online shopping category
Amazon: The largest and most comprehensive online shopping method in the United States, preferred for daily use. Students can also get 6 months of free prime by registering with the school's edu email.
Yamibuy: A purchasing channel for Asian snacks, ranging from snacks and skincare products to kitchen supplies and furniture, with $49 free shipping, you can stock up more at once.
Temu/Shein: The North American version of Pinduoduo, some small items may be much cheaper than on Amazon (mostly around a few dollars or so), but the delivery is very slow and the quality is not very stable. Buying some small items is still very cost-effective.

 

 

 

Security category
Citizen: can send real-time news and emergency alerts based on user positioning, including fire alarms, car accidents, criminal activities, natural disasters, etc.
Jagat: Zenly's replacement, map positioning, and footprints can help friends around you know your location in the first place.

 

Money saving category:
Dealmoon: The North American Money Saver offers first-hand discounts and promotional information on a variety of products, from restaurants to luxury accessories and even home appliances. In addition to the complete set of strategies for Black Friday's flash sale, real-time high priced products will also be updated from time to time on a daily basis.
Rakuten: A cashback app that allows users to browse discounts from various stores and online retailers, and shop through links. Every successful transaction will result in a certain percentage of cashback, and the cashback amount can be directly transferred to the bank account.
UNiDAYS: Provides exclusive discounts for various stores and brands for college, high school students, and faculty, covering fields such as fashion, technology, entertainment, beauty, and fitness. We have partnerships with brands such as Apple, Spotify, Nike, ASOS, Adidas, and Microsoft!

 

Too good to go: an app from Denmark that reduces food waste. Merchants will pack unsold food before the end of business and sell it at a low price. Consumers can not only purchase high-quality food at cheaper prices, but also reduce food waste.

 

 

I hope these apps can help everyone overcome difficulties overseas! If you have any further questions about living overseas, please feel free to scan the QR code at any time, Didi Xiaobin~