Many times in a day we find ourselves getting bored when we have nothing to do or no one to talk to. In other situations, such as waiting for someone or waiting to reach your destination, we get bored because there is nothing much to do and there are only social media which after a while can start getting boring.

If you find yourself in a situation where you have got nothing to do and are getting bored then you shouldn’t worry! We have got you covered with a list of cool and fun apps that you use to pass your time without getting bored.

2048:

It is an app that can not only keep you busy but also gives your brain a much-needed workout. It is a simple game where you will have to swipe the tiles in order to reach the number 2048 and while doing so, try not to get out of the game.

The game is relatively simple and easy and only requires basic elementary maths but it is fun and addictive and can keep you immersed for a while.

Omegle:

Omegle is one of the apps that you should definitely try when you are getting bored and there is nothing to do. It is a random video chatting app that pairs you with random users from around the world.

It is a fun and cool app through which you can meet strangers from around the world, chat with them, and have fun with them. The app not only offers video chatting but also offers text chatting. The app is very fun and addictive and It is a good way to spend your time.

Bubble Wrap:

Just like you love to pop those bubble wraps in real life, you can also do it from your mobile phone. The application offers you to pop bubble wraps in different ways and is a good way not to only remove your anxiety but also to kill your time if you’re getting bored.

If you are suffering through anxiety or getting bored just download this app and you would find yourself so immersed in the app that you don’t feel how the time passes by.

QuizUp:

QuizUp is a trivia app that keeps you busy and also throws random information at you in the form of quizzes. These quizzes can not only be a mental exercise for your brain and keep your mind sharp & agile but these can also keep you busy for a while as these quizzes have some really informative stuff and while solving these quizzes you would not only find it fun but also a good way to spend your time instead of getting bored.

Duolingo:

Duolingo is another fun app that you can pass your time with. It is an app that lets you learn different languages including German, Spanish, French, English, and 20 other languages.

It has regular exercises and competitive sessions which will not only help you improve your language skills and make you multilingual but is also fun because you’re learning something new and useful while at the same time killing off your free time.

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