Bear

Bear encryption now supports notes with attachments, enhancing security. Updates include smarter To-Do sorting, improved pinning features, and smoother synchronization. Bear 2.4 requires macOS 12.4 and iOS 15.6 or later. Users can update manually if needed. Key improvements: encrypt attachments, automatic sorting of completed To-Dos, and refined pinned notes organization. Update now for a smoother note-taking experience!

https://blog.bear.app/2025/05/bear-2-4-update-better-encryption-smarter-todo-and-more/

Bear seamlessly integrates with Apple’s ecosystem, enhancing productivity through easy note connections. Key features include clipboard management for Markdown formatting, drag-and-drop functionality for sharing, and Apple Shortcuts for task automation. Bear works well with built-in apps like Reminders, Calendar, Mail, and Safari for tasks and content saving. This integration offers efficient workflows while maintaining simplicity. Overall, Bear enhances user experience across Apple apps.

https://blog.bear.app/2025/03/how-to-use-bear-with-apples-built-in-apps/

Bear updates: new Read-Only Mode for focused reading, plus 4 new themes (Shibuya Jazz, Shibuya Lo-fi, Everforest Light, Everforest Dark). Bug fixes and improvements across macOS and iOS. Update now!

https://blog.bear.app/2025/02/bear-2-3-11-update-read-only-mode-new-themes-and-more/