Ever have just “one of those weeks”? I have been having one. Between several work commitments, service appointments at my home, and some family and friend obligations, it has been a week of juggling appointments and rearranging schedules. Unfortunately, this week also highlighted my biggest complaint about iOS: iCal. I can’t stand that my only options are list, day and month. The lack of integration with tasks is also a pain. A busy schedule only highlighted these limitations, and made me realize it was time to bite the bullet and find a better option.
Luckily for me, the good folks at Pocket Informant have stepped forwards to help. I will be testing Pocket Informant Pro, a full featured calendar/tasks/contacts/notes management app, as well as Pocket Informant Go!, a lighter version that just does tasks and calendars. As much as I try to resist over-organizing myself, I recognize that without a solid system I forget appointments and lose track of important tasks. I used Pocket Informant in my Windows Mobile days and liked it a great deal. This week I will see if the iOS version helps me out of my stressed, disorganized whirlwind. Or at least, I’ll see if it helps me spin myself in the right direction!
But, I am not just sharing this to brag about my newfound desire to be more organized. WebIS, the folks behind Pocket Informant, want our readers to give PI a shot as well! We have four copies of PI Pro ($12.99) and PI Go! ($1.99) to give away. And we are giving them away… starting now! All you need to do is leave a comment telling us why you need a better task and calendar system.
Work/life balance a bit out of whack? Trying to manage kids, sports, work, and household and need a hand? Or maybe you just like having tasks and calendar in one place. Whatever the reason, let us know what it is, and which version of PI you want to win. Winners will be picked at random on Wednesday, September 19th. (And make sure to subscribe to the newsletter because there’s a very good possibility that someone may win a copy when this week’s edition comes out!!)
And stay tuned for my full reviews of Pocket Informant Pro and Go!
I need this because I am a homeschool mom with alot of activities. I have to schedule all of our family activities plus school curriculum and field trips. I would love to have a way to keep up with everything. I need something that can handle my whole family.
Absolutely need this app with contact integration. I am a busy domciliary foot health practitioner who is using an iPad as an appointment scheduler as well as a client information resource. Too much typing!!!
I need PI Pro to save my marriage! Tasks such as “Buy flowers when near florist”, “Don’t forget milk when near Tesco supermarket” etc. should do the trick 😉 That and I need to seem more organised than the kids at least once in a while…
Wow, I can’t believe that others haven’t jumped all over this. I NEED PI Pro to help me cope in my new job running between so many different schools, and seeing so many different teachers. My head spins!
I really need something quick. I missed our anniversary and that alone was worth whatever I need to spend on all the top calendar apps til I’m satisfied with one that suits my needs. I use exchange at work but I’m only at work about 1/3 of my life. If I can get me a system going that works…with alerts and color-coded and filters so that I can look at what I need then I won’t be late for my daughters next piano recital. Yes, both of my favorite ladies are ticked off at me. Help!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! [email protected] Carly and PI….please don’t leave us hanging…and thanks for the gift. I want PI Pro