Windows Phone 8's marketshare may be minuscule, but the amount of quality apps the platform offers is only growing. From social media standbys, to razzle dazzle camera filters and more, what are the best apps for Windows Phone 8? Continue reading to find out more.

UC Browser

Tired of the stock Internet Explorer web browser for Windows Phone 8? We can't blame you. Despite the improvements software engineers have made to IE over the years it's still the object of much derision. UC Browser quells those fears by introducing revolutionary built-in social features, readability enhancements and snappy browsing on the go.

That's right, with UC Browser you can automatically share favorite web pages and pictures directly to sites like Facebook and Twitter. Tabbed browsing is also onboard, helping you navigate the web with desktop-like speed and efficiency.

ProShot

Designed for the so-called pro photographer, ProShot is without a doubt one of the most intuitive camera apps on the market today. Nifty camera features like time-lapse, burst mode and self-timer enable amateurs and pros alike the ability to capture the perfect shot at a moments notice. The app also allows you to adjust white balance, ISO and shutter speed.

The one downside is the price. Unlike the other apps on this list, ProShot isn't free. But if you've got 2 bucks to spare, why not give the app a chance? Your photos will forever thank you.

Skype

The Skype app is ubiquitous. Heck, even iPhone and iPad owners use it because, after all, who uses FaceTime? Skype is also owned by Microsoft so it makes sense that it would be one of the top Windows Phone applications.

What makes it so great? Well, how about offering the ability to make HD voice and video calls for free to millions of Skype users worldwide? Also, you can use the App as a full-fledged world phone, just add some money to your account. Having money in your account means that you can call landlines and mobile phones directly from your Windows-based smartphone, tablet or computer.

Instagram BETA

Plain shots made insta-cool. That's the premise behind one of the world's most popular smartphone apps. For the longest while, Windows Phone users had to own up to the fact that their handset of choice wasn't getting any mobile development love. But after a long wait, including missing out on most of the the Windows Phone 7 era, Instagram's photo and video sharing extravaganza is here.

What is your favorite Windows Phone 8 app? Also, do you believe the platform is a viable challenger to Android and iOS? Let us know in the comments section below.