You may think all calculator apps are created equal, so why would you need another when you already have one on your iPhone or iPad?  Because Digits Calculator for iPad + iPhone does more than calculate. Let me explain.  

What makes Digits unique is its correctible digital tape.  Just like the adding machine tapes of old, you can see the numbers you entered, but with Digits, you can easily correct typos without having to redo the entire calculation all over again.  Digits will automatically recalculate.

You can attach a label or comment to each number, much like a cash register receipt.  Each set of calculations can be saved and emailed.  Great for sending digital receipts to customers!

I can see vendors at trade shows, craft fairs or home based businesses making great use of this app.  Instead of issuing hand written receipts, just use Digits to do the math and email the receipt to the customer.  How convenient is that?

When visiting clients, you can quickly compute figures to show the client complete with comments and labels.  Wouldn’t this look more professional than your chicken scratch notes?

You may have noticed that some stores have already moved towards issuing digital eReceipts.  I’ve recently received eReceipts from Apple and Old Navy via email.  They look exactly like the paper version, but instead I get a copy sent to my inbox.  If you’re like me, I often can’t find my receipts, but if it’s in my inbox, there’s no chance of it getting lost or misplaced, nor do I have to remember to bring it with me for the return or exchange.  As long as I have my smartphone in hand (which I always do), the store can use the eReceipt to facilitate the transaction.

Although the iPhone version is great, this app is even better on the iPad because of the larger screen. 

Download the free version (limited features) of Digits to see for yourself.  If you want to upgrade (well worth it), it’ll set you back all of $1.99. 

 

Details

App:  Digits Calculator for iPad + iPhone

Price: $1.99; Free version available with limited features

Available for: iOS

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