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SoundNote

SoundNote

by David Estes

13 ratings
176 reviews
📊 Productivity
$4.99

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • April 1, 2010
  • October 5, 2023

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David Estes
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About

Record audio while taking notes and drawing. Tap any word or drawing to instantly jump to that moment in the recording. Ideal for students, journalists, and professionals to capture every detail in meetings, lectures, and interviews.

✓Synchronized audio recording and note-taking
✓Tap notes to jump to audio playback
✓Integrated drawing tools with editing
✓Zoom and scroll functionality for drawings
✓Share notes and audio via email
✓Transfer notes to Mac or PC
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of SoundNote. Based on 13 reviews and a 3.8/5 average, it highlights the 5 positives and 5 negatives reviewers mention most about this Productivity app.

Positive things

  • 🚀Great for recording lectures and meetings
  • 👍Ability to tap notes to jump to that part of the audio
  • 📤Easy to export notes and audio
  • 🎨Drawing capabilities
  • 🎥Good audio quality

Negative things

  • 🐛Crashes and stability issues
  • 🔒Lack of password protection or security features
  • 📂No folder or organization system for notes
  • 🖍️Limited text formatting options (no bold, italic, etc.)
  • 🔍Difficulty navigating and searching through notes
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What's New in SoundNote

2.5.5

October 5, 2023

Fixes a crash on iOS 17 Fixes an issue with displaying the "Documents" button on iOS 17

User reviews

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The eraser does not work when pressed twice

The eraser does not work when pressed twice
Nic.oleNic.ole

Good for University

This app is great for recording lectures, but please can you add folders so I can group my recordings together? It’s really hard to differentiate recordings because they’re all under the same channel. Thanks!
SoraSaysSoraSays

Keeps crashing

I used to use this note taker regularly without any problems but since I purchased a new iPad this apps has become unstable and I am no longer able to rely on it.
It crashes constantly so is unusable.
I paid good money for this app and so I am very disappointed.
a wee bit disappointeda wee bit disappointed

Sound Note is a great solution

I have been using Sound note since 2015 and find it a great solution. The only problem that has come up is that it is difficult to back up all of ones notes, I have requested a solution. That said it is still better than anything else I can find.
BPcoachboulderBPcoachboulder

Does not work

This app does not work on my iPad Pro-with my 2.0 pencil
PresspotPresspot
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Typing issues, such as duplicate characters or unresponsive keyboard

Bug

Audio recording cutting out or becoming distorted

Bug

Syncing issues between notes and audio

Bug
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Requested Features

5 requests

Folders or notebooks to organize notes

Feature

Text formatting options (bold, italic, underline, etc.)

Feature

Pause/rewind/fast-forward controls for audio playback

Feature

Integration with cloud storage (Dropbox, Google Drive, etc.)

Feature

Ability to insert images or diagrams into notes

Feature

FAQ

What does SoundNote do?

SoundNote allows you to record audio while simultaneously taking typed notes and creating drawings. It synchronizes your input with the audio, enabling you to tap on a specific word or drawing during playback to instantly jump to that exact moment in the recording.

How does the note-taking and audio synchronization work?

As you type or draw, the app records the audio in the background. Later, when you tap on a word you've typed or a part of a drawing, SoundNote will automatically play back the audio from the time you created that specific note or drawing.

Is SoundNote free to use?

Based on the provided information, SoundNote is available for free. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or advertisements, suggesting a completely free experience.

What are the main use cases for SoundNote?

SoundNote is particularly useful for students to capture lecture details, journalists to record interviews without missing crucial information, and professionals for taking notes during meetings. It ensures you never miss an important detail.

How can I share my notes and recordings?

Once you have finished taking your notes and recordings, you can easily share them via email. Additionally, the app allows you to transfer your text, drawings, and audio notes directly to your Mac or PC for further use.