Top 6 mobile apps breaking through in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in 2021
Did you know that the United Arab Emirates has the third-highest smartphone penetration in the world?
According to the latest population data, 78.86% of the UAE's population are smartphone users. Smartphone users in the UAE rose from 3.7 million to 7.8 million over the last five years—that's an increase of 3.3 million!
Considering the growth of smartphone users, it’s no wonder the use of applications has also skyrocketed since 2016. This blog post goes through the highest ranked and most used mobile applications in the UAE this year.
The top 6 most popular mobile apps in the Middle East right now:
- ALHOSN UAE by Ministry of Health UAE
- تيك توك - TikTok by TikTok Pte. Ltd.
- Instagram by Instagram
- ICA UAE Smart by Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship
- UAE PASS by Dubai Smart Government
- BOTIM - video calls and chat by Algento Cloud Computing Limited
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1. ALHOSN UAE by Ministry of Health UAE
This app is the official COVID-19 testing channel for UAE health authorities. The ALHOSN UAE app allows users to view and track their COVID-19 test results with a unique QR code.
2. تيك توك - TikTok by TikTok Pte. Ltd.
With a highly effective algorithm favouring relevant and consumable content, TikTok facilitates the publication and sharing of short-form mobile videos.
3. Instagram by Instagram
Instagram (from Facebook) is a mobile social media platform where users can create and share photos, videos and stories that disappear after 24 hours.
4. ICA UAE Smart by Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship
The ICA UAE Smart app allows UAE locals, residents and visitors to access Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship services, including visas, residencies, payment of fines, citizen passport renewal and more.
5. UAE PASS by Dubai Smart Government
Users can manage and simplify their digital identity with the UAE PASS mobile app:
- Authenticate identity
- Digitally sign and verify documents
- Request official documentation
- Securely share digital documentation to access services
6. BOTIM - video calls and chat by Algento Cloud Computing Limited
BOTIM is an online communication app with free voice and video calling functionality and chat encryption over 4G, 5G or Wi-Fi connections.
In summary
It's no surprise that the most used mobile apps in the UAE are centred around public health and safety, considering the ongoing global pandemic.
On top of that, as isolation and social distancing is encouraged at such a time, online communication and media sharing platforms have never been more crucial. The immediate and global nature of social media has allowed people to keep connected while staying apart.
Related article: Top 5 mobile apps crushing it in the Middle East 2016
