If it's not your thing, the stock Android calendar can be clunky and ugly, but now a handful of calendar apps are trying to close the user-base gap. Here are the best calendar apps for Android.
- Best free Android apps
Cal
The aptly named Cal pairs with sister app Any.Do to manage tasks. Like most calendar apps, it syncs with Google Calendar and Exchange.
The widget feature allows you to glance at your calendar quickly, without opening the app. Interestingly, it offers integration with Waze, Uber and Google Maps to help you navigate to your many appointments. Cal runs on Android 4.0 and up.
Jorte
Jorte Calendar and Organizer is trending right now, perhaps as more Android users catch on to its usefulness. Compared to its competitors, Jorte is easy to navigate and has an intuitive set-up. The app also offers themes to customize the look of your calendar.
The Jorte team seems on top of customer service and often replies to complaints on Google Play. Jorte's countdown feature is a nice bonus; allowing you to efficiently count the days to a big event. Jorte runs on Android 2.1 and up.
Sunrise
There’s no arguing that Sunrise is a classic calendar. It’s frequently included in “must have” apps lists and it’s not hard to see why.
As its promo video shows, Sunrise has been updated for Material Design and looks pretty snazzy. Like the other apps mentioned, Sunrise syncs with Google Calendar and Exchange.
This month, Sunrise was acquired by Microsoft, so there are likely big changes coming to the app. Sunrise runs on Android 4.0 and up.
DigiCal Calendar and Widgets
DigiCal Calendar and Widgets is perhaps the simplest calendar app on this list. Like Sunrise, it often makes top lists for Android calendars. Here’s what sets it apart:
- Six different lock-screen widgets
- Integration with Google Now, and
- Plenty of customization options, allowing for different fonts and skins.
Like its competitors, DigiCal syncs with Google Calendar, Outlook and Exchange. DigiCal runs on Android 2.3.3 and up.
Coletto
Now, for something totally different. If you frequently exclaim “kawaii!” or dress like a Harajuku girl, Coletto may be for you.
The Japanese app works as a dayplanner and diary. It’s obviously aimed at women and others who enjoy its whimsical design. Overall, reviewers call the calendar useful and sweet. Coletto works on Android 2.3 and up and is free to download.
What Android calendar apps do you use? What features do you look for in a calendar app?
0 comments:
Post a Comment