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This Father’s Day, get dad something he really needs. No, he doesn’t need another socket wrench set. Those things don’t exactly go bad. He also doesn’t need another travel coffee mug with a clever saying on it. There is a reason you haven’t seen that old one around lately. This year, give the gift that keeps on giving with an awesome app that he will use for a long time. We’ve got a list of apps that any dad would find to be invaluable for today, and for years to come. Plus, they don’t take up any space in the garage.
Clear – Tasks, Reminders & To-Do Lists
Dads, grads, and everyone in between needs a way to stay organized. Dads always seem to have a long list of things to take care of around the house. Plus, the daily grind keeps us all busy. This app is perfect for clearing out your to-do list by helping you organize your tasks. The gesture-based interface makes it easy for you to make lists, organize tasks, and clear your day so you can spend more time with family. Clear is available for $4.99.
SkyView – Explore the Universe
I recently went camping and a friend of mine spent at least an hour showing our group the wonders of the universe in the night sky. It reminded me of when I was a kid and my dad would point out the North Star to me, or help me trace the Big Dipper. Every dad should have moments like that with their kids, where they can show off their knowledge and bond with their offspring at the same time. Not only does this app show you names of stars, but it also points out planets, tracks satellites, outlines constellations, and more. SkyView is available for $1.99.
1000 Places to See Before You Die
My sister-in-law bought me this book when I graduated. No, I haven’t made it through much of the book, but it is filled with wonderful places that I hope to someday travel too. If your dad loves to hit the road or take flight to explore the world, this book will give him a list of places he will be packing for in no time. This app features the 1000 destinations that every travel bug should visit. Plus, it features a virtual “bucket list” where you can keep track of places you’ve been and ones you hope to visit. Log in to Facebook to get real life recommendations from friends and families who have already been where you are going. Take pictures of your journey to keep a visual travel diary. 1000 Places to See Before You Die is available for $3.99.
iBank for iPad
If your dad is the financial wizard of the house, he could benefit from a convenient finance-tracking app like this. You can input information from your checking, savings, credit cards, mortgages, investments, and more. Organize, categorize, and edit your tracking graph so it looks the way you want it too. Set reminders to pay bills. Separate accounts into virtual books. Budget your monthly expenses with tools that will help you control spending and pay down debt. Take advantage of the app’s investment features to manage stocks, bonds, and other assets. Track buys, sell,s splits, and dividends of stock you own through Yahoo Finance. iBank for iPad is available for $19.99.
Bodyweight Training: You Are Your Own Gym
If dad is more of the sporting type, you may want to look into some fitness gifts for him. Even if pops has never been to the gym, or doesn’t own a single free weight, this app can help keep him fit for tossing balls in the backyard. The theory behind bodyweight training is that you use your own weight to tone your muscles. This app comes with more than 200 exercises that require nothing but your body and a few items you can find around the house. No matter if you are hiding in the bedroom, sprawled out in the living room, or away on business. Your current place in the world is your gym. Workout routines are adjustable for all fitness levels. The 10-week program will help get anyone in shape. Bodyweight Training is available for $2.99.
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