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iPhone Handwriting Apps

Tuesday, March 30th, 2010 – running time 04:22
Tired of typing on your iPhone? Stephanie Chu reviews three handwriting apps that might replace your notepad.

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As much as we love our iPhones, let's face it - typing can sometimes be a pain, especially when trying to take notes that are longer than a text message. If you'd like to bring your handwriting back, you have options!

Use Your Handwriting has a free and paid version (Gold), and you can make slick handwritten lists with these apps. If you're looking to use your handwriting in long-form writing, we review Fast Finga, which integrates with email, Evernote, Twitter, and more!

In this episode, we also do a practicality test. Is handwriting really faster than typing on the iPhone's tiny keyboard?

Review by: Stephanie Chu

Use Your Handwriting Free

AppJudgment:
Download

Download
Use Your Handwriting

Version 2.4 | Developed by Gee Whiz Stuff | Free

PROS:
- Easy and fun to write
- Colored themes
- Easy delete for to-do list
- Free!

CONS:
- Organizes by color and not content
- Scrolling while writing a bit slow
- Not practical for long-form writing

00:34

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Use Your Handwriting Gold

AppJudgment:
Don't Download

Don't Download
Use Your Handwriting Gold

Version 3.5 | Developed by Gee Whiz Stuff | $1.99

PROS:
- Easy and fun to write
- Nested lists
- Email content
- Cut and paste

CONS:
- Organized by color and not content
- No tagging or search of content
- Not practical for long-form writing

01:10

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Fast Finga

AppJudgment:
Download

Download
Fast Finga

Version 2.1.1 | Developed by Catalystwo Limited | $1.99

PROS:
- Easy writing
- Tag notes and search
- Many themes
- Integrate with Evernote, Twitter, Email
- Includes emoticons
- Add photos

CONS:
- Higher learning curve of features

02:13

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Speed Test: Handwriting vs. Typing

Stephanie tests Use Your Handwriting and Fast Finga against typing on the iPhone's Notepad. Which is fastest?

02:51

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Pros, Cons, and Final Judgment of Handwriting Apps

Hear the pros, cons and final judgment of Use Your Handwriting Free/Gold and Fast Finga.

03:20

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Do you have another app you'd like us to review? Email us at appjudgment at revision3 dot com, ping us in the forums or on Twitter: @AppJudgment