Applications for the iPhone fall into several categories. Since there are so many, it is necessary to organize them in order to search for them effectively. They vary in price and functionality, but the following are the best productivity apps that all iPhone users should at least try at some point while they own an iPhone.
The first is the free EverNote app. It is a small app that allows people to collect and save small notes in one place for easy access. It is more than just a simple post-it notes app, as the notes can be compiled in a few different formats. Text notes can be added along with quick images that may need to be retrieved whenever they want. Voice notes are also available to be recorded and one factor that is even cooler is that the app has the built-in feature to search text through images by character recognition. This makes it useful if you need to read signs or anything else in a photo. It is definitely something that all users should get, especially since it is free.
Another useful application, although not free, is Pocket Informant. It is an app that combines the functions of a to-do list and a calendar in one convenient place. This allows users to keep their appointments and dates in order. It also supports sync so that the app can upload the data to Google Calendar to keep the computer and iPhone in sync together. You should never miss an appointment like this.
iTranslate is an app that not everyone needs, but it can come in handy at times when you don’t even expect to know a foreign language. However, there is nothing wrong with giving it a try because it is completely free. It links directly with Google to translate any text you need immediately. There are translations for common languages, like French and Spanish, and even some of the rarer ones, like Latvian. No machine translator is perfect, but it’s better than nothing when you’re really hard-pressed for a translation.
People who are fans of lists will want to try the free WhatTasksLite app. This quick and simple to-do app allows your to-do list to be divided into categories to keep your life organized. Some user groups may want to split up to include work, personal, or even school. Priority levels can also be noted. Sometimes simplicity is the way to ensure that the app is actually used instead of sitting dormant on your iPhone.
Google Voice is not an app, but it is something that every iPhone owner should definitely use. It is also completely free. This really helps for calls because international calls can be made at low rates and unlimited texts can be sent. All voicemails can also be searched through Google Voice. You can use Google Voice just like you would any other app.