Businessmen and executives who are constantly on the move no longer have to lug their heavy laptops around wherever they go. The iPad is powerful enough to handle most of the applications that they use for their different business requirements. Thanks to well-designed business apps, it is possible to do almost everything with an iPad which required a full-featured laptop just a few years ago. Here are the top 5 business apps for the iPad which are extremely handy and powerful.
Dropbox for iPad
The Dropbox is a tool to help you synchronize files between your desktop computer, your phone and your iPad. It is a free app that allows offline access to your files. You cannot move files between folders, but that is just a minor issue when compared to the advantages of the app.
Numbers
Numbers is probably the best spreadsheet app available for the iPad or any other mobile device. Numbers helps you create attractive and compelling spreadsheets on the go. This wonderful app which was available for the Mac has now been completely reworked and ported to the iPad.
Line2 for iPad
If you need to use your iPad as a mobile call center, you can use 3G or Wi-Fi connectivity to place or receive calls through Line2. Costing $9.99 per month, this app has the ability to handle multiple calls. It features caller ID, call waiting, voicemail by email, visual voicemail and many other useful features. You can conduct 20-person conferences using the power of Line2 and your iPad.
Quickoffice Pro HD
Quickoffice Pro HD is an extremely useful office suite for mobile devices. It is very easy to use, and at $19.99, it is pretty inexpensive as well. The app is much more advanced than Smart Office or iWork when it comes to usability. It’s file sharing facilities need a little improvement though. A few more templates would also make the app even more useful.
Dragon Dictation
Dragon Dictation from Nuance software is already a very popular application with desktop users. It is now available to the mobile world as well. Once connected to the web, users can use their voice to share messages through email, or through social media like Twitter and Facebook. This free app features accurate voice transcription for the iPad.
The rate at which productivity apps are being developed, the lighter and less expensive iPad could soon become the preferred tool for business people on the move.
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Hi Karim, another app you might want to try is AnywherePad. Basically, it’s a mobile solution for meetings, real-time document sharing, and collaboration. It’s very useful for business users who are always on the move – meetings and collaborations can be done while on the road. Plus, it is integrated with a cloud-based portal that allows users to instantly access documents and meetings. Truly useful for business users.