Here's a question I get asked a lot:
With tens of thousands of apps for iPod/iPads out there, how do I choose which one you want? It is very overwhelming. And it takes time to find the best fit for your needs. I use the same strategy that I use when considering assistive technology for students with disabilities.
*Determine the need or desired outcome - say "notetaking"
*List the features you want - handwriting recognition, audio recording, online organization, importing from Google docs, etc.
*Search in iTunes for "notetaking" and narrow down the ones that have your features
*Read the reviews and look at the screen shots - go to the app developer's website *Download the "lite" version if there is one
*If you like it and it meets your needs but you need more storage or features - buy it!
Of course...check with others you know or read online reviews as well. Don't just click on the first app that comes along.
Happy app-ing!
