School is different these days, with students sooner pulling out a 10-inch tablet to take notes than a sheet of loose-leaf paper and pen. Heck, even calculators are a rare sight to see in the modern classroom, with multifunction mobile apps serving as adequate replacements. With these sorts of changes in mind, I've put together a list of Android tablet apps to help you stay ahead of the game in school. All of them are useful for different reasons, and all of them are free to download.

MyHomework (free) Whether you're in high school or college, MyHomework is a great way for you to stay on top of your class schedule, due dates, and test days. Once you input all of your classes, you can link to them any homework, tests, papers, presentations, or other assignments. The app will remind you of upcoming due dates and keep track of any late items. Also, MyHomework is available on all major platforms, including on your desktop via Web browser, which is really convenient.

Kingsoft Office (free) "How is this app free?" That's what I've asked myself countless times while using this very powerful alternative to office app for Android. Perh... [Read more]

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There are a lot of apps out there claiming to be the best at helping you save money by finding deals. Unfortunately, the app can't control the fact that humans forget things. So even though you printed that $5-off coupon, it doesn't mean you will remember to use it.

Clipless is one of those apps that really makes your smartphone feel "smart." Whenever you are at a place that offers a deal or coupon, the app will alert you. You don't have to worry about remembering what you had a coupon for, Clipless knows and will tell you about it when appropriate. It's a similar concept to Foursquare's "dreaming princess" idea -- anticipating the user's needs.

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