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There's a good chance you're already using the ever-popular Evernote. And you should: it's perfect for storing your research, no matter the shape it might take: Evernote syncs text notes, photos, scans, web pages, and audio recordings between devices and makes them searchable, and for that alone, it's a must-have. It's probably less popular as word processor. There are a slew of other options, including Apple's fully featured Pages and minimalist apps like Writings, type, and Daedalus, which promise a distraction-free environment. I've tried most of them and always returned to Evernote for my on-the-go drafting needs: it's already on...

There are a ton of technical words, abbreviations, and phrases that we use each day. If you're going to get them written properly, the AP Stylebook is essential for writers everywhere. As a standard for most publications, the AP Stylebook is the main reference that should live on your iPad. The app opens to a main category list, but a search box at the top is all you need to focus on. Results filter out as you enter a term and with a tap of your finger, you're looking at your desired entry. Each item allows you to append notes...

They look cool, they work great but you will end up with a damaged screen. It's unavoidable and it has happened to hundred of users worldwide. The Dagi Disc Stylus won't scratch your screen and is highly recommended by us. Here are a couple of entiers from different message boards:  I posted about your problem in the "which is the best stylus ?" thread.I had the exact same problem. My ipad was immaculate before and very scratched after.... I don't use screen protectors but clean the screen every 10 min or so, and I use it in a very clean environment....but no mater...

Penultimate is a pure handwriting app. It links with Dropbox and Evernote and has multiple paper styles, line thickness, and color options. The writing engine is smooth, but the palm recognition is only adequate. However, Penultimate doesn't have some features standard in other apps on the list, specifically the options to enter text via a keyboard or handwrite in a zoomed entry box.