8 Apps to Save Your iPhone From No-Service Boredom

Losing internet access is one of those things you don’t think about until it actually happens. Maybe your Wi-Fi goes down during a storm, your cellular signal disappears on a road trip, or you’re stuck on a long flight with nothing downloaded. Whatever the reason, your iPhone can still be extremely useful without a connection, but only if you’ve prepared the right apps ahead of time.

A lot of apps can technically work offline, but they won’t magically work without internet unless you download the right content first. That could mean saving maps, playlists, movies, books, articles, PDFs, notes, or emergency information before you actually need them.

The good news is that you don’t need to fill your iPhone with dozens of apps. A few good offline tools can cover everything you need from entertainment to emergencies. Read on for 8 of the best offline apps to keep ready for the next time your internet disappears.