Steve Jobs may say that Apple is in the business of creating “post-PC” devices, but many businesses still have a traditional computer along with smartphone or tablet technology. Splashtop allows you to bring the two closer together.
The app enables the user to control multiple desktops or laptops directly from their iPad. You can open applications, browse the web and open files without having to operate the computer directly.
There is a slight lag in the time it takes to update features, but this is a minor quibble. Splashtop is a great tool for integrating your technology and is particularly useful for entrepreneurs who spend a lot of time making presentations.
Price: $4.99
One of the major gripes about the original iPad is its lack of a camera. The iPad 2 has gone two, rather than one, better with the inclusion of two cameras, opening up new areas of possibility for businesses.
One of the most obvious advantages will be the ability to make Skype calls. It’s rumoured that Skype will be bringing out a new app specifically for the iPad 2 and it will be worthwhile snapping it up.
The current version is more than good enough, of course, to allow you to slash your phone bills outside the office as well as inside it. The latest version allows you to call over 3G, as well as send instant messages and texts.
Price: free
One of the major advantages of the iPad 2, much like its predecessor, is the ability to use its large touchscreen for creative endeavours.
Penultimate is one of the most freeform apps available on the iPad, allowing you to directly sketch, doodle or write with your finger or stylus, much like an actual notebook.
Ideal for jotting down entrepreneurial ‘Eureka’ moments, you can store different pages on Penultimate in a carousel application and even email them to others in PDF format.
If your jottings are particularly inspiring, you can present them to others via a screen or projector by using the iPad VGA Adapter
Price: $2.49
