Chromebook is known for its simplicity, speed and security. However, it has failed to prove its worth as an operating system because of its lack of support for Microsoft Office, Photoshop, and several other applications.

There was big news for the Chromebook users last month when Google announced that it is making Android Play Store available to Chrome OS. This means, the Chromebook users will be able to run all the apps available for Android phones on their machines,

Here are some of the apps that you should install on your Chromebook machine.

Skype:

Although you can install or emulate Skype on your Chromebook machine using ARChon method, it is a bit complicated process and not an ideal option for the regular users.

With a Skype Android app installed on your machine, you can finally sigh a breath of relief.

Snapchat:

Snapchat is an interesting image and video sharing app, with nearly 100 million daily users. Having the application installed on your Chromebook machine, you can keep track of your friends and share something back.

Smule Sing:

Smule Sing is a mobile karaoke app that allows you to sing your favorite songs with audio effects. The app has more than 50 million global audiences and deserves a place in the list of Android apps you should install in your Chrome machine.

 LinkedIn Pulse:

Pulse is another amazing app that lets you get the daily news published by your professional world at a single place. The app has 230 million English-speaking users, and both readers and authors are its beneficiaries. Around 50,000 articles are posted on Pulse each week.

Kindle App:

Kindle app is a great app for every reader. You do not need to own a Kindle device to get more than a million books at your fingertips. Simply install this app and choose the books you want to read from the Kindle Store.

Serval Mesh:

Serval Mesh is a free app that creates a communication network between nearby devices, even in the times of a disaster when cellular networks fail. This app allows the users to make private calls, text messages and share pictures, videos or any other files.

Periscope:

Periscope is an innovative app that lets you broadcast live video to the world. Your followers will be instantly notified about when you’ll go live, and they can comment on your broadcast and send you hearts to show the love for it. You can also share your Periscope broadcasts on Twitter.