Onavo Extend is a neat little app that I've been using for a while now. I would have told people about it earlier, but I only recommend things once I know for sure that they're useful.
Basically, it applies a profile to your phone which runs your mobile internet data through a Virtual Private Network (backed by Amazon) which shrinks your data usage by compressing images, videos and data from apps. Once you have it set up and working, you no longer need to worry about its presence, kind of like a passive spell.
I have been running it on the stock standard settings and the difference in quality is barely noticeable, however according to the apps reports I've been routinely saving about 5-10% of my data usage each month. Given that I come pretty close to my 250MB included data each month, using this app allows me to effectively get a little bit of extra data on top (somewhere between 12 and 25 additional megabytes), which helps me avoid excess use charges and saves money.
If you've got a plan that's pretty slim on included data, then this app can help you squeeze a little extra from it and help you avoid paying more than you need to.
Onavo Extend is available for iPhone and Android at the low, low price of free.
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