Smart Notes - Memo Writing & Translation
Capture thoughts quickly with voice input, share memos easily, & enjoy multi-language translation at your fingertips!

- 5.1.9.S Version
- 3.1 Score
- 240K+ Downloads
- Free License
- 3+ Content Rating
[ Notes ]
○ Offers a functionality for quick note-taking
○ Includes a multi-select option
(Remove, Backup, Complete, Protect, Lock)
○ Allows memo recording
○ Supports voice input
○ File backup capabilities (txt, xml format)
○ Facilitates sharing of memos
○ Translation features
- Translates memos
- Voice playback
- Compatible with multiple languages
Bulgarian
Chinese
Croatian
Czech
Danish
Dutch
English
Filipino
Finnish
French
German
Greek
Indonesian
Italian
Japanese
Korean
Latvian
Lithuanian
Norwegian
Polish
Portuguese
Romanian
Russian
Spanish
Serbian
Slovak
Slovenian
Swedish
Ukrainian
Vietnamese
Persian
Arabic
[ Note calendar ]
○ Allows querying of monthly and daily notes (modified)
○ Supports queries from Google Calendar to be copied into the NOTES
[ DB Backup | Restore (new) ]
○ Full database backup is available
[ Item Backup | Restore (old) ]
○ Multi-select and command functionalities
(Restore, Delete)
○ Support for individual note backup and recovery
○ Comprehensive user backup and recovery support (XML)
○ Automatic full backup and recovery options
○ Text and XML viewing services
○ TXT file import capability
[ Trash box ]
○ Provides a recycle bin feature
[ SETTINGS ]
○ Configuration options for Smart Notes
[ Home screen widget ]
○ Widget (2*1) for 3 posts
○ Widget (2*2) for 6 posts
To enable voice playback, navigate to Phone menu> Settings> Accessibility> TTS (text-to-speech) and follow installation instructions.
For the voice input feature, search for and install the [Google Voice Search] application from the market as needed.
Title: "Finally, a Note-Taking Sanctuary That Just Works Intelligently"
As someone constantly juggling professional tasks, fleeting personal ideas, and multilingual communications, discovering this note app felt less like finding software and more like uncovering a personalized productivity sanctuary.
While the feature list is undeniably robust, what truly resonates is how effortlessly it anticipates real-life needs.
Starting simple – tapping out a grocery list or quick idea – feels frictionless.
But then, when complexity inevitably arises, the depth is there, working intelligently in the background without overwhelming.
The multi-select actions are a daily boon; effortlessly archiving completed tasks or locking sensitive info feels powerful yet natural.
Where it truly excels and inspires genuine affection is its embrace of voice.
Dictating notes while commuting or cooking is seamless, but listening back to those same notes later, perfectly translated and read aloud in another language (I constantly shift between English and Korean), feels nothing short of magical.
It transforms notes from static text into dynamic, living communication.
The backup structure – both the full database restores and the individual note safety net – provides profound peace of mind after past digital disasters.
Widgets keep urgent notes visible, and knowing the trash offers a grace period alleviates that accidental-deletion dread. It’s not the prettiest app, but its utilitarian design masks immense intelligence.
It becomes an indispensable, silent partner, effortlessly scaling from capturing a fleeting thought to managing projects across borders.
This isn't just another note app; it's the first one that genuinely feels like an extension of my own chaotic, multi-faceted thought process, finally brought to order.
FAQs
Q: Is the voice input & playback difficult to set up?
A: It requires installing separate components like Google's TTS engine (via Accessibility settings) and possibly the Google Voice Search app. While initial setup requires these steps, once configured, the voice integration becomes seamless and exceptionally powerful for dictation and multilingual playback. Follow the app's provided instructions carefully.
Q: How robust is the backup? Could I actually get all my notes back if my phone dies?
A: Absolutely. The "DB Backup | Restore" is a lifesaver. Creating a full database backup file (external to the app) means you can completely restore every note, setting, and structure onto a new device or after a re-installation. Combine this with the automatic TXT/XML backups of individual notes, and you have layers of reliable data protection.
Q: Does the translation actually work well for everyday notes?
A: Yes, remarkably well for understanding the gist and content of your memos across its extensive language list. While complex literary translations might stumble, for the practical purpose of reviewing personal or work notes in different languages, it’s incredibly effective, especially combined with the voice playback for auditory comprehension. It truly shines for practical multilingual use.
Q: Does calendar integration mean it replaces my Google Calendar?
A: Not at all. It acts as a clever supplement. You can query your existing Google Calendar events and selectively copy details about meetings, appointments, or reminders directly into your notes within this app. This keeps action items or context linked right alongside your related project or personal notes, centralizing crucial information without duplicating your primary calendar.
- Version5.1.9.S
- UpdateJul 16, 2025
- DeveloperSmartWho
- CategoryProductivity
- Requires AndroidAndroid 7.0+
- Downloads240K+
- Package Namecom.james.SmartNotepad
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User-friendly and easy to navigate
Built-in translation feature for emails or texts
Ability to secure notes with a password
Can store shopping lists for convenient access
Allows transfer of notes to new devices
Counts characters and shares notes easily
Supports voice input for note-taking
Offers text-to-speech functionality for reading notes aloud
Long-standing reliability as a note-taking app
New update includes a large, distracting image
On-screen keyboard covers editing area, hindering usability
No undo feature leads to loss of data if accidentally deleted
Issues with text cursor visibility during text input
Unreliable note saving; recent notes can disappear unexpectedly
Password protection feature does not function correctly
Character limit restricts note length
Ads detract from user experience
Lacks reminder functionality for tasks