Organizational+Tools

__[|Evernote]__ This software is easy to add notes, just through a click of a bottom on the opening page. It also has a list of your files on the main screen as well. Videos, Pictures, and audio files can be saved as well as saved internet pages/documents. Evernote Peek is an interesting add-on that allows the user to "peek under the bottom edge of their ipad, or other such device, and read a question. When the cover is opened a little further, the answer can be seen. This is a great application for students who wish to study for tests or memorize something. If you don't have a cover on your ipad, there is a virtual cover as well. With the ease of its use, Evernote would be easy for most upper elementary and higher-aged students to use. Because of its ability to share the notebook with others, this would be a great way to turn in assignments to the teacher. Even ongoing work can be viewed by instructors and help can be given as necessary. The following features are included with the Evernote application:
 * post notes to blog
 * make notations on pictures (Skitch)
 * will sync notes/changes to other computers, ipads, phones, etc. automatically
 * Evernote Clearly - able to view webpages without all of the visual distractions around the perimeter of webpage
 * Evernote Hello - Save visual images of people you meet with information about them. Saved in a timeline format, where it can be noted about where you met them and the circumstances, as well as the date.
 * Web Clicker Bookmarklet - copy any web image into Evernote
 * Sticky Note App - for computer
 * Many other apps for purchase, along with the subscription version of Evernote

__[|Fruitnotes]__ Fruitnotes is a unique note-taking application. You are able to include them in a blog (public), share them with others, and save pictures and videos as well. The unique feature about Fruitnotes is that you are able to call a number and record a voice message on your account. All notes can be searched for key words and can also be uploaded to a public blog. This is a pretty basic, easy application to use. I started an account and tried to get it to work, but you must have valid phone numbers to use the calling feature. When I entered my numbers, an error message came up saying my numbers were not valid. Another downfall to this app is that when you post a note to the blog, it is a public blog supported by Fruitnotes. Everybody can post and access the other posts. I couldn't find a help menu to troubleshoot the problem I was having with my numbers. Nor, was there an information menu with directions at all. I think this app. could be useful if you were driving in your car and trying to brainstorm ideas or wanted to jot some ideas down. Don't plan on having a lot of bells and whistles with this program, but the voice recording feature would be worth it.

__[|Zoho]__ This application has a lot of features to offer. Not only does it have the ability to save written notes, but it can upload any note, text, or picture off your computer. A webcam and its recordings can be added. Youtube video (or others) can be embedded. You are able to insert a spreadsheet or any web page. Sources can be aggregated with an embed code. If you want to save something to Zoho when you are on the Internet, a right click will give you the option to save it to Zoho. Changes are tracked, so if you want to go back to an earlier version, you may do so. Collaboration is possible with individual notes, pages, or the whole notebook. Multiple users may work on the same document (or note) at the same time. Changes are immediately updated on the others' accounts. Because you can work together on a note at the same time, it is like having a virtual whiteboard. Another unique feature is Zoho Chat. It is instant messaging with anybody you choose.

Zoho is easy to use, doesn't appear too complicated on the screen, and seems to have a lot of features. I like the way all of the types of notes you may use are listed on the left. You can see your choices. Many notes (pages) can be open at once. You are able to flip back and forth between them. Overall, this is a neat app. and I think one that can have many uses. It also has a pretty good introduction video.