Interesting read, and I agree that well made apps make everyday tasks a lot smoother. I have tried a few utility apps like this, but honestly I spend most of my phone time on mobile games instead. When a game has both fun gameplay and real rewards, it is much easier to stay motivated to play. A good example I recently came across is x222, which mixes simple mechanics with rewarding challenges. It made me realize that apps can be entertaining and useful at the same time, so I think software like this is moving in a fun direction.
