5 Must-Have Productivity Tools for iPad
2021 has been a big year for the iPad–and it’s only getting better for Apple.
Earlier this year, Apple released a new generation of the iPad Pro (11-inch and 12.9 inch) featuring Apple’s M1 chip. Many have wondered if this would be an effective move. If we are focused on numbers, I would argue yes. Apple has generated $7.37 billion in revenue just in Q3 2021, and I would imagine they’ll close the year out strong with the iPad and iPad mini stealing the show during the recent Apple Event in September.
I myself made the plunge for an 11-inch iPad Pro this summer, and I cannot recommend it more. One of the primary reasons for my purchase was not only the addition of the M1 chip and the future potential it brings, but what I thought it would do for my productivity and workflow. After 3 months of implementing it into my life, I believe I’ve found the perfect tools to help increase my productivity and workflow. Here are five must-have productivity tools for the iPad.
1. Calendar
I think it would be ridiculous for me to tell you which calendar app to use because it all really depends on the ecosystem of products you have chosen to live with. Because I am a heavy advocate of Apple products for my field, I prefer to use the Apple Calendar app across all of my devices in order to keep my calendar system streamlined and efficient.
2. Spark Mail
Spark Mail is by far my favorite all-in-one email experience I’ve ever used. If you are like me and have multiple email accounts across multiple platforms, go ahead and bypass Apple Mail or Microsoft Outlook. It’s interface is clean and easy to use, and the way it seamlessly syncs across all devices is a huge plus. Most importantly, Spark Mail helps me get my inbox down to zero quickly and efficiently.
3. Focus Keeper
Focus Keeper is one of my favorite apps out there when it comes to productivity. The app utilizes the Pomodoro Technique, where you decide on a specific task to work on, set a timer, and take a short break when the timer is up. This allows you to work in concentrated intervals and hopefully minimize interruptions in your focus. This app is really important for me if I’m working on a tedious task like logging and rendering footage.
4. MinimaList
If you’re looking for a simple and distraction-free way to keep up with your to-dos, MinimaList is the move. While simple, it doesn’t lose intentionality. MinimaList features a Pomodoro timer, the ability to create different lists, calendar syncing, and so much more. Heads up: you’ll have to pay to access some of these features.
5. Notion
Lastly, I chose Notion as a must-have for those of you who are spinning a lot of plates at one time or you have a team you need to collaborate with. I could see Notion eliminating a lot of communication gaps for teams that feel disconnected. Because it is free for individuals, I primarily use Notion for myself for taking meeting notes, to help me keep track of all the projects I have going, and even as a simple budgeting tool.
