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3rd in a 3-Part Series on the Nokia Lumia Icon
Who says iOS and Android users have a monopoly on Halloween fun? As I found out by searching for apps and other fun stuff related to All Hallows Eve that are compatible with my Nokia Lumia Icon smartphone, there's an almost endless supply of FREE spooky resources flying around out there in cyberspace for Windows smartphone and tablet users, too.
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This app for Windows is in BETA but don't let that stop you from using it this Halloween. Like the apps that run on the other two major platforms, this one allows you to customize photos within the app and then share the best images with Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, Tumblr and FourSquare followers. Once you try Instagram for Windows you'll see that humans aren't the only ones wearing super hero costumes this Halloween.
2. Pinterest
This app is also still in BETA and evolving. Nevertheless, Windows users can now discover and pin hundreds of the coolest creative DIY crafts, decor, party and costume ideas created from well-curated Halloween Pinterest boards.
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Speaking of images, you can really dress up all the holiday photos you take with your Windows smartphone with this app. Check this out and you'll have access to hundreds of Halloween frames to choose from that will fit your horizontal and vertical shots.
4. Halloween Ringtones
Here's the place to go if you're looking inject all kinds of spooky sounds and ring tones into your smartphone or tablet. Perfect for getting into the mood of pulling pranks on friends and at Halloween parties -- even to scare those trick or treaters brave enough to come knocking at your door.
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If your kids are fans of memory games like Concentration, this simple kid-friendly Halloween-theme game app will entertain them. Young kids will delight in matching up the pairs of bats, spider webs, pumpkins, skulls, monsters and Halloween black cats. When your child uncovers the Treat Card they double their score.
6. Halloween HD Wallpaper by Amazing Wallpapers
This app has 40 new HD well-designed and easy-to-use wallpapers to decorate your smart device for Halloween. There are so many great choices, you'll probably want to change your wallpaper every day between now and October 31st.
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Virtually carve a pumpkin with this app which kids and parents alike will love because there is no sharp knife or actual cutting involved.
8. Halloween Makeup
This is a great source of inspiration for DIY makeup to go with your over-the-top Halloween costume this year. From zombies, vampires and devils to ghouls, skeletons and even super heroes, you will find more tutorials than you have time to view before Pumpkin Day. New tutorials daily.
9. Halloween Recipes
Download this app to find creative ideas for cakes, candy, treats and other Halloween party food. The tutorials within the app will show you exactly how to make it yourself for the most memorable celebration ever.
10. Halloween Cocktails
And, because Halloween isn't just for kids, here's an app to make some scary drinks and alcoholic punches for entertaining at adult parties this season. My favorite drink recipe? The Glow in the Dark Drink you'll discover among many other libations, once you download this app on your Windows phone or tablet.
Note: Just a few days ago Verizon discontinued the Nokia Lumia Icon which was first introduced in February 2014. Though that model is no longer available, the company still sells the Nokia Lumia 928 smartphone.
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FTC Disclosure: This is a sponsored post. I disclose that I am a Verizon Wireless Lifestyle Blogger #VZWBuzz brand ambassador and that I received the featured Nokia Lumia Icon Smartphone from Verizon to facilitate this post series. See complete FTC Disclosure information that appears at the bottom of MommyBlogExpert's main page and at the bottom of every individual post on this blog, including this one.
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