This is a list curated for the purpose of helping to choose the software/ applications (apps) that should be considered at the initial phase i.e. a new or restored device (Mobile Phone, Tablet, Computer/ Laptop, VR/ MR Headset).
The list is based on continuous research, testing and feedback that is intended to help you create an experience that aligns with the goals of your life/ workflow. The research began in 1992 and has included scenario's that consider living conditions guided by the exploration of the three-world model. (The range of countries is currently limited as it requires continued research while factoring in limited time to test, implement and ongoing refinement.)
The list has been curated using a custom time saving processes designed by colin the catalyst that considers a range of life/ work styles.
The sub-categories for this list include the following:
• OPERATING SYSTEM • INTERNET BROWSER • APP BROWSER • FILES • REMOTE ACCESS • END
Experience a desktop-like interface for managing online data, bookmarks, and tabs. Create feeds, organize links, and ensure privacy with advanced encryption.
Open-source mobile operating system, seamlessly integrating with Google services, enabling extensive app support and hardware compatibility across brands.
A device management platform for seamless remote control, file transfers, notifications, and screen mirroring across devices without network limits.
Facilitates device communication, enabling notifications, SMS replies, file sharing, and remote control across multiple operating systems.
Runs Android apps on both Windows and macOS, switching environments without reboot. Supports enterprise IT in delivering apps securely.
Genymotion is an Android emulator for building and testing great Android apps. It’s fast, simple and powerful.
iOS is a mobile operating system designed by Apple for its iPhone and iPad devices. It offers a user-friendly interface, intuitive features, and seamless integration with other Apple products. With iOS, you can access a wide range of apps, games, and multimedia content, as well...
Unix-based operating system for Macs, excels with an intuitive UI, robust built-in apps like Safari, and strong security via FileVault, Gatekeeper, and SIP.
Virtualization tool enabling seamless operation of Windows and Linux on Mac. Support for Windows 11 on Apple Silicon with resource customization.
Loop is a macOS app that simplifies window management for you! You can effortlessly choose your window direction using a radial menu triggered by a simple key press, and customize it according to your preferences with personalized colors and settings.
All-new platform. Familiar frameworks and tools. Get ready to design and build an entirely new universe of apps and games for Apple Vision Pro.
Puppy Linux is a unique family of Linux distributions meant for the home-user computers. It was originally created by Barry Kauler in 2003.
Ubuntu is a community developed, Linux-based operating system that is perfect for laptops, desktops and servers. It contains all the applications you need - a web browser, presentation, document and spreadsheet software, instant messaging and much more.
The latest Windows update with a redesigned Start menu, Widgets integration, Xbox gaming features, and tighter security requirements, built with modern hardware in mind.
PortableApps.com is a website offering many free, commonly used Windows applications that have been specially packaged for portability. These portable applications can be used from removable media such as USB flash drives.
This new hardware ecosystem will run on Meta Horizon OS, the mixed reality operating system that powers our Meta Quest headsets. We chose this name to reflect our vision of a computing platform built around people and connection—and the shared social fabric that makes this...
Use desktop apps via a browser without installation, offering 10x faster performance using cloud power and freeing local resources.
Free, user-friendly disk cloning and imaging software, boots from USB for Windows, Mac, and Linux. Supports Clonezilla backups and virtual machine images.
Chromium-based browser for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android, offering extension support, privacy features, smart security, and cloud sync across devices.
Web browser built on an open-source platform featuring multiple account support, integrated password manager, dark mode, real-time translation, and seamless cross-device syncing.
The best browser for your Mac is the one that comes with your Mac. Safari is faster and more energy efficient than other browsers. Handy tools help you save, find, and share your favorite sites. Built-in privacy features help keep your browsing your business.
AI-powered browser with contextual assistant features, real-time content summaries, agent-style automations, privacy-first design, and Chrome extension compatibility.
An advanced browser with a built-in VPN for privacy, ad blocker, Speed Dial, AI, cloud sync, and rich extensions, tailored for various devices.
Browser designed for gaming with CPU, RAM, network limiters, Twitch and Discord sidebar integrations, GX Corner for news and game deals, and custom themes.
Fast, secure browser with built-in ad block, privacy controls, and global tracking protections. Optimizes data, speed, and battery life.
Open-source browser with Gecko engine, supporting HTML add-ons and providing privacy features like Enhanced Tracking Protection and third-party cookie blocking.
Speed dial 2 is ultimate replacement of new tab page for 
Google Chrome and 
Mozilla Firefox with quick access to your most visited pages, bookmarks and browsing history.
Microsoft Launcher provides a new home screen experience that empowers you to be more productive on your Android device. Microsoft Launcher is highly customizable, allowing you to organize everything on your phone.
Animated dock for Windows offering fast access to applications, shortcuts and files, with customizable appearance, auto-hide feature, drag and drop launching, and support for multiple docks.
The Windows 11 version of the Startisback replacement shell. This software allows you to make Windows 11 look like previous versions of Windows or a modified version of itself.
Personalizes Start Menu and Taskbar in Windows, with styles, color changes, tabs, and icon modifications. Adds functionalities and restores features.
uBar is the task bar for the Mac. Whether you've never really liked the Dock, always wanted the one thing that Windows does right, or are switching from Windows to OS X, uBar is the perfect solution.
Make your desktop truly yours with the power of wide-ranging personalization options offered by ViBox. We believe that your desktop should reflect your style, needs, and preferences, and that's why we've crafted a widget experience that goes beyond the ordinary.
File Commander is a feature-rich file explorer allowing you to access both local and remote files stored in the cloud including: Google Drive, DropBox, Amazon Cloud Drive, and more.
