Each year, there are countless apps launched on the Google Play Store.

In my view, these are the 15 apps you gotta have on your Android phone in 2023.

Brave online window

When it comes to privacy, theres no beatingBrave online window.

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In addition to the Android app, Brave has apps for Windows, Mac, and iOS.

As you use the app, you unlock more lessons and languages to learn.

Download Duolingo on the Play Store

Google Maps

Google Mapsneeds no introduction.

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That doesnt mean Google rests on its laurels.

you could find a list of compatible Android phones that support drag and drophere.

Youll also need a Windows PC with the Windows 10 May 2020 update or Windows 11.

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(This requires thePocket Casts Plussubscription.)

Download Pocket Casts on the Play Store

Google Photos

Google Photosis great and keeps getting better.

you could also set notes as reminders and make collaborative notes and lists with your friends and family.

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Google is constantly updating this one, too, so it keeps improving all the time.

However, everything is curated towards your interests.

All the news is shown in a unique design that has you flip through each story.

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You get messaging, audio and video calls, custom backgrounds, and other great perks.

The app only searches legal options such as Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, and Disney+.

If youre looking for free streaminghint, hintthis isnt the app for you.

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From there, youll be able to stream your content to your devices, such as your Android phone.

In addition, Plex also offers some ad-supported movies and TV shows for free.

Best of all, VLC is completely free and there are no ads to get in the way.

Google Photos app on a Pixel

The app lets you view and organize your files and easily clean up any junk to free up space.

Download Files by Google on the Play Store

Backdrops

Backdropsis simply a solid wallpaper app.

It features hundreds of original wallpapers that are made by the Backdrops team.

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These wallpapers range in different styles, such as patterns, earth views, architecture, and scenery.

We do not endorse the app, and we regret the error.

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Messenger app on Google phone

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Person holding phone that’s playing Plex

VLC for Android on phone

Files by Google on phone

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