Although your Dad would secretly love a new car this Father's Day, we're pretty sure he would still love you if you installed these cool apps on his smart phone or tablet instead.
(1) Keep track of what's important to him: Evernote | iPhone & iPad, Android | Free
Evernote will help Dad remember all the important things in his life. He can jot down ideas, save audio notes, snapshots and recordings too. It will also synchronize it all from his phone to his computer.
(2) Make him the 'Grill Master': Weber's On the Grill | iPhone & iPad | $4.99
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ith classic Weber recipes plus recipes for sauces, marinades and rub - this app is sure to get Dad fired up this summer. He can even learn key grilling techniques and watch instructional celebrity chef videos.
(3) Get him a digital toolkit: iHandy Carpenter | iPhone & iPad, Android | $1.99
Dad can now have five professional tools in the palm of his hand anytime, anywhere. From levelers to protractors each tool in this app is not only functional but well designed too. Not to mention lightweight and pocket-sized.
(4) Help him stay on top of his game: Yahoo! Sportacular | iPhone & iPad, Android | Free
This app will provide Dad with up to the minute scores, stats, news and more for all of his favorite sports. From NBA to NHL, this app will keep him updated on his favorite teams, leagues and players.
(5) Build his own radio station: Pandora Radio | iPhone & iPad, Android | Free
You probably know your Dad's favorite artists or songs which means you can set up a radio station just for him. With Pandora you and dad can set up personalized stations based on his favorite genres, songs, artists and more, all streamed live.
(6) Prepare him for an emergency: ME911 | iPhone & iPad, Android | Free Trial
Your Dad's been there for you so why not get him an app that will be there to help him tackle emergencies quickly and easily on the go! Our safety app includes a Virtual Locker, Password Vault and even the ability for your Dad to send GPS alerts pin-pointing his location in an emergency!
Want more apps for Dad? Check out these other lists by Parenting and Time. Do you have any other must-have apps for Dads that you would add to list?
The Pandora app is simply genius. I always like the all concept of Pandora but the fact that it's now with you where ever you go is just great.
Posted by: forum widget | 10/18/2011 at 06:19 AM