We live in a fast-paced, digitally connected world where time is probably the most valuable currency. Naturally, we're all looking for new and innovative ways to work smarter and faster to get the most out of our waking hours.

On top of trusty classics like WhatsApp, Twitter, and Facebook, here's our pick of the top five apps you should be using to make your life easier.

Wunderlist

There is a solution for those struggling to keep track of their to-do-lists and scattered post-it notes. With Wunderlist, you can finally control the chaos.

The app allows you to organize all your tasks, both personal and professional, making it super easy to get things done. With this handy little application, you can set due dates and reminders so that you'll never miss a deadline again.

SnapTax

Does tax season fill you with deep-seated, heart-stopping dread? Take a breath, relax, and rest assured that, like almost everything else, there's an app for that.

One of the most useful ones is the SnapTax app, which lets you snap a photo of your form and submit it via the application. It claims to help you "get your taxes done in 10 minutes", which seems to be just what it does.

Keep in mind that no app can ever replace an expert's opinion. According to Faris getting solid advice on GST and annual returns is still the smartest thing to do. Visit the blog for more useful information.

Pocket

Don't you just hate it when you're busy with an interesting article on your phone, but, because you've reached your stop, you can't continue? Maybe a call, meeting, or trapped cat interrupted your reading time. If you're using this app, you won't have that problem anymore.

With Pocket, you can save any article or piece you're reading, making the content accessible on any linked device. Now you can pick up where you left off via your computer, tablet, or phone.

Calm

One of the most significant wellness trends today is meditating. Practitioners boast a unique peace of mind and enhanced clarity of thought, so it should come as no surprise that classes are being fully booked at every gym, studio, and health club.

Calm is a simple meditation app that's easy to use and excellent for those individuals who want to practice this in the comfort of their own homes.

MyFitnessPal

If you like monitoring your weight loss or fitness goals, MyFitnessPal should be your go-to app. With one of the largest food databases (over five million items) available, it's never been easier to learn more about what's on your plate.

The app allows you to log your food, but you can also create recipes by picking listed ingredients. You can also keep track of your exercise and watch your net calories from anywhere, at any time.

Final Word

Many smartphone apps can help simplify our everyday lives, both professionally and personally. From keeping track of our to-do lists and doing our taxes to saving articles, there's almost nothing we can't do.

We can even monitor our weight loss and fitness goals with wellness apps or handle our stress levels with meditation. In short, we have the technology to maximize how we use our time and manage our lives.