# Smart Notes & Folders: Fog — Smart suggestions. You decide.

> On-device AI notes app that automatically organizes thoughts into smart collections. (iPhone/iPad app by Akshat Saladi.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-notes-and-folders-fog/id6760272134 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Akshat Saladi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1883564912)
- Category: Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.2 · 8 MB
- Languages: American English, European Spanish
- Released: 2026-03-25
- Data updated: 2026-09-18
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-notes-and-folders-fog/id6760272134/reviews.md

## What is Smart Notes & Folders?

Welcome to Fog. The minimalist notes app designed to eliminate organizing friction while keeping you in complete control.

Just open the app and write. Fog uses smart, on-device intelligence to propose titles, summarize your folders, and surface what you need, without ever changing anything behind your back.

KEY FEATURES

* Smart Title Suggestions: Start typing immediately. Fog reads your context and proposes a title so you never stare at "Untitled." Keep it, edit it, or tap for another.
* Folders Your Way: Select your notes and group them; Fog automatically names the folder and writes a summary of what's inside. Or build your own from scratch.
* Ask Your Notes: Traditional search coming up short? Ask Fog directly. On-device AI scans your notes and answers your questions in plain English.
* System-Wide Spotlight Search: Instantly locate notes across your device by their text, title, or smart background tags.

PRIVACY FIRST & FULLY OFFLINE

* 100% On-Device Intelligence: Powered by Apple’s Foundation Models. Fast, local, and works with zero latency, even completely offline or on a plane.
* Zero Third-Party Servers: Your thoughts stay in your ecosystem. Stored locally with SwiftData and synced seamlessly across your devices via personal iCloud.
* Universal Compatibility: Enjoy a fast, clean note-taking experience on any device, with automated AI features available on supported Apple Intelligence hardware.

WHY FOG?

* The best notes app is the one that gets out of your way. Fog removes the heavy lifting of filing, naming, and summarizing so you can stay in your flow.

Stop fighting your note app. Download Fog and keep your focus where it belongs.

## Key features

- Automatic note grouping into smart clouds
- On-device AI for intelligent organization
- Offline functionality
- Private by design with local storage
- Seamless iCloud sync across Apple devices
- Customizable themes and AI personality

## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-notes-and-folders-fog/id6760272134/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Super clean

*2026-07-06*

The value can be felt as you use the app more and it helps your organize your thoughts.

**Developer response:** Thank you for the download and kind words!

### 5/5 — Great app to manage your thoughts!

*2026-03-31*

It’s a great app to just put down your thoughts. I like the ui and interactive aspect of it.

**Developer response:** Thanks!

### 4/5 — Request

*2026-03-31*

Could we have a option to password lock the notes?

**Developer response:** Thanks for the review! I can definitely consider that for a future release. In the meantime, it should be possible to password-protect the app itself by long-pressing on the app for better privacy.

### 5/5 — Great Organization!

*2026-03-26*

Ever since I discovered this app my workspace has really been upgraded! Sorting my notes is super helpful and the AI features save a lot of time.

**Developer response:** Thanks for sweet review!

## Frequently asked questions about Smart Notes & Folders

### How does Fog organize my notes?

Fog uses on-device AI powered by Apple's Foundation Models to understand the content of your notes. It then automatically groups them into smart collections called Clouds, so you don't have to manually sort them.

### Is Fog available on Android or Windows?

Fog is designed for the Apple ecosystem and is available on iPhone and iPad. It utilizes iCloud for syncing, which is specific to Apple devices.

### How private are my notes with Fog?

Fog is private by design. Your notes are stored locally on your device using SwiftData and synced via iCloud, meaning no third-party servers are involved and your data stays within your Apple ecosystem.

### Does Fog require an internet connection to work?

No, Fog is powered by on-device AI and works fully offline. You can create and organize notes even without an internet connection.

### What is the age rating for Fog?

Fog has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How often is Fog updated?

The latest version of Fog is 1.0.6, and it was last updated on June 11, 2026. Updates typically address improvements and new features.

### What makes Fog's AI special?

Fog's AI is special because it runs entirely on your device using Apple's Foundation Models. This allows for intelligent organization without sending your data to external servers, ensuring privacy and offline functionality.

### Can I customize the look and feel of Fog?

Yes, Fog allows for personalization. You can choose a color theme, font, and even select a personality for the AI to make the app feel more personal to you.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.1 — 2026-09-12

Siri AI ready.

### 2.0 — 2026-09-07

Welcome to Fog 2.0!
We’ve completely reimagined Fog around a simple idea: Fog helps, you decide.

Fresh coat of paint: Fog has been redesigned from the ground up to feel more at home within the iOS/iPadOS ecosystem.

Smart Title Suggestions: AI proposes titles, but never overwrites your work.

Flexible Folders: Group notes effortlessly while Fog provides instant summaries.

Ask Your Notes: Get instant answers from your notes with natural language search.

Universal Experience: Full core features across every device, with enhanced local AI on Apple Intelligence hardware.

Lock screen controls: Create a new note straight from sleep

### 1.0.6 — 2026-06-11

Updated icon on the landing screen.

### 1.0.5 — 2026-05-01

New Icon!

### 1.0.4 — 2026-04-02

- Autosave when you leave the app
- Auto start lists with dashes(-)
- Better error messages

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