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Advice and apps to stay organized in a world full of information

Posted by Gary Sutherland on Thu, Jun 09, 2016 @ 11:57 AM

I have written before on the enormous amount of information available on a daily basis and on how hard it is to keep up with the sheer volume of content. I like many try and keep as current as I can but have also decided I can no longer fret over it, there isn’t enough time in the day.

There is one tool that I use and enjoy, it is called “getpocket”. This is an app that can sit on your browser bar and allows you to click the + feature and add the story, article, video other content to a saved folder within “getpocket” for later reading or review.

This is helpful when I see something useful but am unable to read it now but do not want to forget it or lose it.

There are two versions of “getpocket” a free version and a paid version (less than $50 per year). The paid version allows for sub folders and no pop up ads.

Speaking about apps, I have 68 phone apps, many I use frequently. My current favorites are the flashlight, local weather and a new one called “Truecaller”. Truecaller identifies incoming calls and even marks many as “SPAM”. I can also block incoming call with one easy click. 

This is a real time saver as I no longer pick up sales calls on my cell phone thinking it must be important or urgent if they are calling my cell phone.

I was curious about the number of phone apps available, and it stands at about 1.5 million different phone applications, so I guess my 68 is within reason?

I have also discovered the best time for me to read and comprehend new information is in the morning, preferably early with my coffee, probably because I have hit the 60 age group category.

Disclaimer: I have no affiliation and do not derive any benefits for the above mentioned vendors.

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