Even if you have a PC that supports a pen like a Surface, many people end up using an iPad for taking notes. I was the same.

After getting inspired by my XDA colleagues, I started using Obsidian as my primary note-taking app on my computer. I used it to jot down my thoughts, ideas, links, photos, and other relevant bits.

I stopped chasing features and started enjoying taking notes.

Parth, a seasoned tech writer, wields the keyboard (or pen) with finesse to unravel the intricacies of both Windows and Mac operating systems. He has covered evergreen content on mobile devices and ...

Jasmine is Software and PC Hardware Author at XDA with years of tech reporting experience ranging from AI chatbots right down to gaming hardware, she's covered just about everything. Whether it's ...

Imagine this: it’s 2025, and your notes aren’t just static lists or scribbled reminders, they’re living, breathing ecosystems. With a single tap, your app connects ideas across projects, suggests ...