Smartphone Newbie in 2013

Dad bought me my first ever smartphone, not to mention my first Android phone this afternoon (or yesterday depending on how you see it.)  I know, I know, it's 2013 and almost everyone's got their smartphones if not living on their smartphones.  Actually, we've been putting off buying for many many months now thinking I don't really have that much use for it since I just stay at home and I can just always use my PC for the stuff that 'dumbphones' cannot do.  However, having the need for a back up way to use Skype for my work prompted me to accept the 'call' of the smartphones.  Plus, I am a heavy Facebook user and I want to always check my emails and the big convincing factor of all, I want to be able to read my e-books without having to stay in front of the PC.

Not wanting to spend so much, we opted for the Cherry Mobile Flare which is getting a lot of good reviews right now.  It's no iPhone or SIII but for a stay-at-home mom, it will do.  And for a vintage phone owner in 2013 like me, it's already a big step to the world of Android apps.  I'm not exactly clueless, I'm just not an expert yet.  I know how I want to use it, though, so I immediately downloaded Skype and Kindle (aside from the predictable Facebook). Imagine my delight upon seeing my e-books in there and I couldn't wait to add more.

my smartphone and my well-loved phone

The dilemma is whether 'to Angry Birds or not to Angry Birds.'  Everyone who knows me why this is so; my son is obsessed! He even knows all the sounds that each type of bird makes, by heart!-- be it Angry Birds Space or Star Wars Angry Birds.  I know sooner or later I may have to yield to his request; he's just too persuasive.

So Android users or Flare users out there, would you be such a sweetheart and give me some tips or suggestions on how to make the most out my new best friend?