# Next Balloon

> Annual event tracker for birthdays, anniversaries, and other recurring dates. (iPhone/iPad app by Surprise Software.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/next-balloon/id804561168 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Surprise Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/552707435)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: $5.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.4 · 1 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-02-09
- Data updated: 2026-06-07
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/next-balloon/id804561168/reviews.md

## What is Next Balloon?

Easily keep track of birthdays, anniversaries or other annual events that are important to you.  Next Balloon shows you which events are coming soon.

Enter the details of the annual event, and Next Balloon will organize them so you know which ones are coming up next.  It shows you items which are coming up in the next 90 days, or you can view all the events in your list.

If you enable notifications, you'll receive a notification when the event is coming soon as well as badge the app icon until the item is marked off.

As you mark off the items you have completed, Next Balloon will automatically update the item so you are ready for it next year.  You can even enter a note when you mark the item as completed.

## Key features

- Track birthdays and anniversaries
- View upcoming events (next 90 days)
- Receive event notifications
- Badge app icon for pending events
- Mark events as completed
- Automatic yearly updates

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/next-balloon/id804561168/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Perfect! Just what I needed.

*2014-02-11*

This app is great! No more pieces of paper to remind me about an important event or the next birthday. I love planning ahead and this app makes it very easy to do. Thanks!

## Frequently asked questions about Next Balloon

### What is Next Balloon?

Next Balloon is a paid application designed to help you easily keep track of important annual events like birthdays and anniversaries. It organizes these dates and notifies you when they are approaching.

### How much does Next Balloon cost?

Next Balloon is a paid app with a one-time purchase price of $5.99. There are no in-app purchases or subscriptions required.

### Does Next Balloon have ads?

No, Next Balloon does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an ad-free experience for users.

### What devices does Next Balloon support?

Next Balloon is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices. It is designed for the iOS ecosystem.

### How often is Next Balloon updated?

The latest version of Next Balloon was released on June 27, 2021. Updates are provided by the developer, Surprise Software, to maintain functionality and compatibility.

### What is the age rating for Next Balloon?

Next Balloon has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. This indicates it contains no mature content.

### Can I see events beyond the next 90 days in Next Balloon?

Yes, while Next Balloon highlights events in the next 90 days, you can also view all the events currently listed in your personal calendar within the app.

### What happens when I mark an event as completed in Next Balloon?

When you mark an event as completed in Next Balloon, it automatically updates the item for the following year. You can also add a personal note to the completed entry.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.1.2 — 2021-06-27

Added new app icon badge that shows how many very soon events are coming.

### 1.1.1 — 2018-04-24

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Updated to work on all device screen sizes.

### 1.1 — 2014-10-01

Added notifications to remind you of events coming up in 7 days!

### 1.0 — 2014-02-09

No release notes.

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