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"i Travel, therefore, i Am"
... and how can you travel without Packing?
-Quinn, 2009

National Geographic

** Chosen by National Geographic as **
** one of the best travel apps for the iPhone **
** (popup link to article) ***

American Express' Travel + Leisure ** Chosen by American Express' Travel+Leisure **
** as one of their Best iPhone Apps for Travelers **
** (popup link - see #6 in the slide show) **
Apple's Travel Guide

** Showcased in Apple's App Store Travel Guide **

** Have more fun now by setting and seeing **
** your own colors and style while you pack! **

*** Now you can add several items (or whole Types or even Categories) ***
*** to your packing list at one time. You can also copy packing lists, ***
*** categories and whole catalogs between Packing and Packing Pro, and ***
*** between devices too, i.e. iPhone to iPhone, iPod Touch to iPhone, etc. ***

MEDIA REACTION:

"Packing Pro, the better, snazzier version of Packing, is an excellent app for those who travel a lot or plan large, long travel excursions. Basically, everything you ever need for your trip is in here, and if it's not, you can add it!"
  -- examiner.com (rating: 5 / 5)    (popup link to review)

"Packing Pro fills a unique niche and it's another one of those apps that continues to make the iPhone so different from the rest. If you travel, and always wind up on a mad dash to the pharmacy, or convenience store, this app is for you."
  -- TUAW    (popup link to review)

"...it really is like having a personal packing assistant who wants and helps you to achieve organizational success, not just one that makes you think it’s possible."
"Just as the original Packing version earned kudos from demonstrations in Apple Retailers across the US, the enhanced version of Packing Pro has earned a permanent place on my menu."
  -- AppCraver (Editor's Pick)    (popup link to review)

INTRODUCTION

Packing Pro is a super-enhanced version of the popular, top-ranking Packing app, which was spotlight demoed in Apple Retail Stores across the U.S. If you prefer more control over your whole packing experience, a more extensive catalog & sample list selection, & additional, built-in expert assistance, then Packing Pro is for you!

PRO BENEFITS (in Packing Pro):

  1. Expert list assistant:
    -- "automajically" create lists based on the number of adults (males & females), number of children, number of days, temperature & destination, as well as preferences for food preparation & clothes washing
  2. Twice as many sample packing lists (now 8):
    -- including ones for couples, families, business people & campers
  3. Customizable design:
    -- includes app-wide themes, packing list layout choices, font choices, & nearly full control of all the colors in the app (check out the screenshots!)
  4. Better organization:
    -- easy navigation between the four main sections (Packing, Catalog, Design, Help)
  5. Expanded Master Catalog:
    -- over 100 new items, including items for babies, sports/activities, cooking & religion

CORE PACKING FEATURES (in both Packing Pro & Packing):

  1. PACKING LIST FEATURES:

    • CREATE unlimited, 100% user-customizable packing lists
    • EDIT your lists however you wish (add, delete, rename or reorder any category, type or item)
    • DISCOVER new ideas & suggestions from included sample lists, i.e. typical male, typical female, light & super light
    • USE any list (sample or your own) as a template for future lists
    • ORGANIZE & MANAGE packing lists & Master Catalog using categories, types & items
    • MONITOR a running tally of total items per category, as well as how many of them are checked off (prepared already)
    • COLLAPSE categories for less scrolling & better management
    • BUILD lists quickly & easily with multi-item selection
    • SHOW only items that are packed or unpacked, or show them all
    • SORT items by type or item, or by hand yourself
    • EDIT item details (number, weight, value & notes)
    • TOTAL your list weights & values
    • EMAIL your packing lists to family & friends

  2. CATALOG FEATURES:

    • CUSTOMIZE the Master Catalog with 100% freedom (add, delete, rename or reorder any category, type or item)
    • SELECT from hundreds of items for quick list generation with only minimal typing
    • ACCESS an extensive pre-departure TO DO list with over 100 actions
    • DEFINE you own categories, types, items & TO DO actions for more customized freedom & control
    • RESTORE deleted categories, or even whole catalogs

  3. OTHER KEY FEATURES:

    • IMPORT & EXPORT packing lists & Master Catalog (or parts of them) between apps (i.e. Packing to Packing Pro, or vice versa)
    • IMPORT & EXPORT content between devices (i.e. iPhone to iPhone, iPod Touch to iPhone, etc.) (*with the help of one of several available free, 3rd-party apps)
    • BACKUP your lists and catalogs by exporting the data out of the app
    • AUTO-SAVES better protect your work
    • REFER to a comprehensive in-app help guide

This powerful, professional, yet flexible app can help you pack successfully by eliminating waste & redundancy. Let Packing Pro free you from the worries & traditional drudgery of packing, and remember, a happy traveler is one who travels with a light bag. Good luck, and have fun!

 

 Packing Pro
more screenshots
instructions & FAQ Available on the iPhone App Store

WHAT'S NEW IN VERSION 4.0:

MAJOR UPDATE! Now it's a virtually brand new app, but with version 4.0 features and stability! I've given Packing Pro a MAJOR FACELIFT, with new artwork, layout and icons. I've also reorganized and simplified the home and info pages, and improved the general look and work-flow of the entire app. Come see what you're missing!

WHAT'S NEW IN VERSION 3.2:

This update adds number badges to the multi-item/group selection screens (for users of iPhone OS 3.0 and above), as well as a friendly multi-item basket cancelation confirmation check. Also, accidental scrolling has been eliminated on all screens that don't need to scroll.

WHAT'S NEW IN VERSION 3.1:

  • Added Help link to bottom tab bar for easier access
  • Enabled all 7 customization themes (plus Default and User Defined)
  • Re-enabled the name editing markers on several pages
  • Updated instructions
  • Improved titles, layout & editing animation of several pages
  • Fixed several minor bugs

WHAT'S NEW IN VERSION 3.0:

  • an easier, error-free way of entering optional weight and value info for each packed item has been developed.
  • subunits have been added to the weight attribute of each item. Now, you can more accurately keep track of your luggage's total weight, down to the exact gram or ounce.
  • more currency types have been added to help keep track of the total value of your packed items.

WHAT'S NEW IN VERSION 2.9:

Lots of behind-the-scenes work was done for this update to improve the smooth and stable operation of the app:

  • fixed bug with deleting packing list categories
  • fixed bug with deleting exported content
  • fixed bug with swipe to delete
  • optimized app-wide code for better stability
  • Email and website link added to in-app Help page

WHAT'S NEW IN VERSION 2.8:

Two new Themes have been added (Romance and Ocean Cruise), and the font and table presentations on several screens have been improved.

WHAT'S NEW IN VERSION 2.7:

Several new, fun customization options have been added with this version:

  • 2 new themes: Beach Paradise & Serious Business
  • 4 new fonts: American Typewriter, Marker Felt, Trebuchet & Zapfino

Now have even more fun with this app! Happy Packing!

WHAT'S NEW IN VERSION 2.6:

Design customization has just become a lot easier! Now, you can use 'Themes' to easily spice up your packing experience with a single touch by choosing one of several pre-configured sets of pleasing color, font and layout combinations. Pick one to match your next trip, or further customize any to fit your our personality.

I have also added content to and improved the look and feel of the new Help section. Please email me if you can't find answers to your questions there, or if you have any other comments or suggestions. If you like how this app is constantly being improved, feel free to say so in a (nice) review on the App Store. Keep on Packing!

WHAT'S NEW IN VERSION 2.5:

I have just added an extensive Help area within the app. Just go to the 'info' page (tap the 'i' on the home page) and press the 'Help' button there. These same instructions and FAQ are also located on the 'Support' page of my website: http://www.quinnscape.com/support

WHAT'S NEW IN VERSION 2.4:

Lots of helpful improvements were made with this update:

  • swipe to delete now enabled
  • pop-up warnings less bothersome
  • Types and Items labeled better
  • navigation bug fixed

WHAT'S NEW IN VERSION 2.3:

This major update finally supports a feature that a lot of you have been waiting for: MULTI-ITEM ENTRY! Now, you can create or add to a packing list several times faster than before. Add whole categories or types with just a tap. Try it out for yourself!

WHAT'S NEW IN VERSION 2.2:

With this update, you can now view the entire version update history for Packing Pro. Just tap on 'View Updates' in the info screen. It's a great way to see how far we've come since version 1.0!

WHAT'S NEW IN VERSION 2.1:

This update now allows you to restore previously replaced Master Catalogs, or even restore the Master Catalog to its original, default content. You are also now able to permanently delete any packing lists, catalog categories, or replaced Master Catalogs from the 'restore deleted...' and 'restore Master Catalog' pages.

WHAT'S NEW IN VERSION 2.0:

This major upgrade enhances the power of the recently added Import / Export function. Besides in-app copying & out-of-app backup, you can now also do the following:

  • copy packing lists & list categories between apps (from Packing to Packing Pro, or vice versa)
  • copy catalog categories, or the whole Master Catalog, between Packing & Packing Pro
  • copy any of the above between different iPhones / iPod Touches (*with the help of one of several available free, 3rd-party apps)

As you can see, it's easy now to share data between Packing and Packing Pro, since you can transfer all of your hard-input data with just a few simple taps. This feature is also useful for sharing lists between members of a family or traveling group, or sharing translated content as well. The iLove Travel Packing family has just gotten a lot more connected!

WHAT'S NEW IN VERSION 1.7:

A new, powerful Import / Export function has been added. With it, you can now do the following:

  • copy packing list categories from one packing list to another
  • quickly build a modular list from scratch
  • backup your lists and catalogs outside of the actual app

WHAT'S NEW IN VERSION 1.6:

The Expert List assistant has been expanded to now include food preparation and clothes washing preferences, on top of the existing settings for number of adults (male & female), children and days, as well as temperature & destination info. Try it out for yourself!

WHAT'S NEW IN VERSION 1.5:

The packing list SORT function has been expanded to now include:

  • Sort by User
  • Sort by Type
  • Sort by Item

Feel free to sort by one of the above, while showing items that are packed, unpacked, or both.

WHAT'S NEW IN VERSION 1.4:

  • added a SORT function for packed and unpacked items on the popup toolbar on the packing list page
  • made the checkmark sound a bit quieter
  • increased the size of the "Add new xxx" text on the packing list page

WHAT'S NEW IN VERSION 1.3:

A TOTALS function for the weight and value of packing list items has been added to the toolbar on the packing list page. The weight totals can be very useful for campers, hikers and mountaineers, and equally important for reducing the risk of over-weight and excess baggage charges for frequent fliers. The value totals can be helpful in assessing your losses due to possible lost or stolen luggage.

WHAT'S NEW IN VERSION 1.2:

Optional WEIGHT and VALUE attributes have been added to each item on a packing list to provide you with the flexibility and power to keep even better records on all of your packed items. Also added is a one-time "Version x.x Update" popup, which highlights enhancements made after each new, subsequent update.

WHAT'S NEW IN VERSION 1.1:

This major update has added a pre-trip TO DO list to help you with travel planning as well as packing. Here are the details of this and other improvements made in this update:

  • Added a new pre-departure TO DO category, with over 100 listed items
  • Added TO DO items onto all of the Sample Lists
  • Integrated TO DO items into the Expert list generation tool
  • TO DO category types & items are totally customizable, just like the rest of the Master Catalog. Feel free to add, delete, rename or reorder whatever you want!
  • Enabled the title and table text on the packing list page to word wrap to a second line, if necessary, for better readability
  • Fixed some minor bugs to improve speed and stability
  • Corrected minor alignment problem at bottom of packing list page

Now, Packing Pro is no longer limited to just packing, but pre-travel planning and preparation as well. Enjoy!

 
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