Turn your smartphone into a scanner

(MENAFN- Arab News) Scannable an app from the note-taking service Evernote turns your smartphone or tablet into a scanner by simply taking a picture of the document you want to record. Using recognition software the app can then identify the words on the documents you're scanning so that you can search for keywords later. It will scan business cards and let you create new contact cards on the iPhone or iPad straight from the app no typing required.The app doesn't pick up every thing on a document particularly if papers have been folded or crumpled. If you're working on something for an official application or document you may still want to opt for the old-fashioned scanner. But if you're looking to keep quick notes or add contacts to your address book in a pinch it's reliable free and easy to use. Free for iOS devices.