Instagram, Twitter and Facebook were, without a doubt, the most talked about apps of 2012, but they’re not what we consider the top apps of the year. Newcomers like Zeebox and Ad Hawk weren’t part of everyday conversation for most smartphone users, but we feel they should be. Although some were launched before 2012, we feel the impact they’ve made during this calendar year deserves merit. Some make life a little easier, and others provide entertainment, but they’re all notable. Read the full story at Mashable.