If you want to make a clean install of the new OS X Mavericks or even the older versions of Mac OS X, than I strongly suggest you to create a bootable OS X key or a drive.
This is how you add your favorite websites shortcut to your iPad or iPhone running iOS 7. It's a really useful feature if you are accessing some webpages frequently.
Windows Phone 8 enables you to choose the apps you want them to display its status on the lock screen of your phone. For instance a notification that you just got a new Gmail email.
A really useful feature in case you want to receive a warning notification before you use all of the mobile data available according to your mobile provider contract. It's a great way to avoid additional charges.