EVERYDAY ESSENTIALS

Small apps. Useful upgrades.

Notes, files and everyday essentials across your devices.

6 articles · Selected by the editorial desk

Utilities

LocalSend for Android, iPhone and PC: when local file sharing fits, how to check a transfer, and what to do when devices cannot see each other.

AndroidiPhone/iPadWindowsmacOSLinux

FreeResearch review

Productivity

An adaptable notebook for connecting ideas, with local files at the centre of the workflow.

AndroidiPhone/iPadWindowsmacOSLinux

Core app free; optional paid servicesResearch review

Productivity

A notebook for text, attachments and web clippings, with a choice of sync services.

AndroidiPhone/iPadWindowsmacOSLinux

Free app; optional paid Joplin CloudResearch review

Privacy

A cross-device password manager for replacing scattered logins with a deliberate vault.

AndroidiPhone/iPadWindowsmacOSLinux

Free and paid personal plansResearch review

Travel

Downloadable maps and navigation for walking, cycling, and driving.

AndroidiPhone/iPad

FreeResearch review

Utilities

KDE Connect for Android and PC: decide whether file sharing, remote controls and phone integration justify a paired-device workflow.

AndroidWindowsmacOSLinux

FreeResearch review