# graynotes: hold that thought — A minimal notes app

> A minimal notes app (iPhone/iPad app by Adam Van Lente.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/graynotes-hold-that-thought/id6749127202 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Adam Van Lente](https://appshunter.io/developer/1828851960)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.5 · 10 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2025-08-08
- Data updated: 2026-10-02

## What is graynotes?

graynotes: Note-taking, simplified.

Finally, a notes app that gets out of your way. graynotes strips away the complexity and gives you exactly what you need: a fast, beautiful place to capture your thoughts.

Why graynotes?
  • Smart voice notes - record a quick note with your voice, AI will schedule it for you
  • Instant capture – Open and start typing immediately
  • Automatic sync – Your notes appear on all your devices instantly via iCloud
  • Beautiful design – Clean interface that adapts perfectly to light and dark mode
  • Action Button - wire up voice notes to your Action Button and never forget a thought or reminder again! 

  Perfect for:
  • Quick thoughts and ideas
  • Shopping lists
  • Meeting notes
  • Daily journaling
  • Reminders for later

graynotes works seamlessly across iPhone & iPad. Whether you're capturing a quick idea on your phone or reviewing notes on your computer, everything stays perfectly in sync.

Download graynotes today for simple, fast note-taking.

## Is graynotes safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess graynotes.

## Is graynotes legit?

graynotes: hold that thought has limited verification signals. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for graynotes is 55 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.


## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 2.0.1 — 2026-04-15

Fixes bug with inconsistent notes syncing across devices. Minor polish for archived notes.

### 1.0.2 — 2025-08-15

* Updates for the notes detail view
* Updated assets for App Store

### 1.0.1 — 2025-08-13

* Improved note detail screen
* Improved images for App Store

### 1.0 — 2025-08-08

No release notes.

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