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Curious about which app tops the charts in terms of downloads on mobile phones? According to recent data compiled from Forbes, the top 10 most downloaded apps of 2021 have been revealed. Let's explore this list together with 24h Technology to see which apps made the cut, and prepare to be surprised by TikTok's position.
*Here's the list arranged based on decreasing download counts.
1. TikTok
With over 656 million downloads, TikTok confidently secures the top spot on the list of most downloaded apps in 2021.
Surprising positioning of TikTok. Source: TikTok.The success of this app owes greatly to its users, with the majority of trends and popular songs originating from this platform, sparking curiosity and leading to TikTok downloads.
In Vietnam, this app is quite popular and affectionately referred to by users as 'toe-toe', a playful nickname for TikTok.
2. Instagram
Securing the second position, Instagram attracted over 545 million downloads in 2021.
It's considered one of the most popular personal photo and video sharing social networks today. Instagram was launched in 2012 and is one of the apps under Meta Platforms, headquartered in the United States, which also owns popular apps like Facebook, WhatsApp, and more.
Is Instagram the favorite social network of young people? Source: Screen Rant.Entering the world of Instagram, you can share creative content such as photos or videos to engage followers. Particularly, Instagram is also where you can easily find your favorite celebrities and idols.
In Vietnam, Instagram is considered a favorite app alongside Facebook, where you can create artistic, creative photos. Recently, I've also tried to 'conquer' this social network and felt the special allure of Instagram reaching out to young people.
3. Facebook
It seems like Facebook is gradually being 'defeated' by competitors as it only secured the third position, with approximately 416 million downloads in 2021.
Similar to Instagram, Facebook is also owned by Meta Platforms, established in 2004. Facebook is essentially a social networking app, focusing on social media and social networking services, meeting users' needs for a multifunctional app.
Facebook is widely used in Vietnam. Source: Polaris Fnb.Additionally, Facebook is also widely used social media in Vietnam. Due to the app's easy accessibility, diverse features, and alignment with the social media usage trends of users in Vietnam.
Surely, you've had one or 'a bit' more Facebook accounts, right? That proves, you've also been passionate about this social network like me.
4. WhatsApp
With 395 million downloads in 2021, this figure firmly places WhatsApp at the 4th position in this list. WhatsApp is known as a free, cross-platform messaging app, also another member of Meta Platforms, established in 2009.
The most trusted messaging app claims the highest position for WhatsApp. Source: Mint.The majority of users opt for WhatsApp due to its excellent support for their work and study, thanks to its high security. It satisfies users' needs for a lightweight app, balancing work and personal messages.
For Vietnamese users, WhatsApp is seen as a solution to meet the demands for a messaging app for businesses and organizations. With excellent security and optimized group messaging capabilities, superiors can add more members and discuss work matters efficiently.
5. Telegram
Ranking 5th with over 329 million downloads, let's mention the app called Telegram. Telegram is a real-time cross-platform messaging app, based on cloud computing technology and voice-over-IP service. Established in 2013, it's a renowned app hailing from the United Kingdom.
Trailing WhatsApp by a few million downloads, Telegram reluctantly holds the 5th position. Source: Telegram.It can be said that Telegram is the leading secure messaging app. All calls and messages on the app are end-to-end encrypted, ensuring absolute security for users.
Moreover, thanks to the unlimited sharing feature for images and documents, Vietnamese users have utilized this feature and turned them into free storage tools.
6. SnapChat
SnapChat achieved 327 million downloads in 2021, trailing by 2 million downloads compared to Telegram and only securing the 6th position in the list of most downloaded apps in 2021 on mobile phones this time.
SnapChat, known as an image messaging app, was first released by a group of Stanford University students (USA) in 2011. It once caused a stir among Vietnamese youth due to its extremely innovative and unique messaging features.
SnapChat once made waves in the Vietnamese market. Source: Tech Game World.A distinctive feature of SnapChat is the self-destructing messages sent, which disappear after 10 seconds once read by the recipient. Additionally, the message will automatically delete from the recipient's device and SnapChat's servers after 24 hours of being sent.
7. Zoom
Perhaps, the 7th position from Zoom with 300 million downloads in 2021 will be a part of the 'memories' for students.
Zoom is an online video calling app from the United States, released in 2012. The app allows multiple people to connect in a virtual meeting room, supporting various platforms such as laptops, tablets, smartphones, etc.
Becoming a familiar face to students on their phones. Source: How-to Geek.Especially, during the tense Covid-19 pandemic, Zoom is known as a 'savior' helping the learning and working activities of educational institutions, administrative agencies, commercial companies, etc., to proceed smoothly via the internet connection.
Overall, Zoom has ensured that all meeting and learning activities of Vietnamese people proceed smoothly. It has provided the current generation of students with unforgettable memories of an exciting era of online learning.
8. Messenger
Securing the 8th position with 268 million downloads in 2021 is Messenger - a popular messaging app often associated with Facebook.
Developed by Meta Platforms along with Facebook, Messenger is known as a free messaging app used for chatting and connecting with friends worldwide present on the Facebook app.
Chat freely with friends using Messenger. Source: SlashGear.Initially, Messenger relied heavily on Facebook, but at present, you can completely consider Messenger as a standalone app. Because you can message friends while logged into your account, without having to accompany the Facebook app as before.
In Vietnam, Messenger can be seen as a widely trusted messaging app, alongside Zalo - an app developed by Vietnamese people. It can be said that Vietnamese users completely trust and love this app.
9. CapCut
With a download count of 255 million in 2021, CapCut secured the 9th position in today's list.
Released in 2019 in China, CapCut is known as an engaging video editing app. Moreover, it's the 'sibling' app developed by the same company as TikTok, extremely popular due to its ability to update editing options like those in million-view videos.
Edit videos like a pro with CapCut. Source: CapCut.Surely, you've scrolled through TikTok and seen the CapCut icon, right? Indeed, those visually stunning videos with special effects are edited on CapCut, perhaps why users are eagerly downloading this app.
Myself, along with my friends, are using this app. The reason being, it's an incredibly cool video editing app not just for TikTok but also for creating professional videos to be shared on other platforms like Facebook, Youtube, and more.
10. Spotify
Securing the 10th position, we have the renowned Spotify app, boasting over 203 million downloads in 2021.
Spotify is a digital music, podcast, and video streaming service that grants access to millions of songs and other content from artists worldwide. Originating from Sweden and founded in 2006.
Spotify delivers top-notch music quality. Source: Pitchfork.As a popular online music streaming app among young people, Spotify charms users with intriguing playlists tailored to individual music tastes. Notably, it's also one of the premium music streaming apps highly regarded by developers and the majority of users.
Initially, Spotify faced skepticism from Vietnamese users. However, later on, most young users gained a better understanding of the concept of copyrighted music and chose Spotify to ensure the rights of creators.
Conclusion
Here is the list of the top 10 most downloaded apps in 2021. From social media apps like Facebook, TikTok, Telegram,... to top-notch editing and music listening apps like CapCut, Spotify,... all are mentioned.
TOP 10 most downloaded apps in 2021. Source: apptopiaWhich app names from the list above have appeared on your phone? Leave a comment to let us know!
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