Bear App

Bear is a note-taking and writing application developed by Shiny Frog, a small independent company based in Parma, Italy, with operations in Dublin, Ireland. Founded in 2015, the company has a team of 2-10 employees and has received notable recognition, including the App of the Year in 2016 and the Apple Design Award in 2017. Bear has been featured in prominent publications like Forbes and The New York Times.

The Bear app is designed for capturing, writing, and organizing information using markdown. It offers features such as a hierarchical organization system, cross-platform synchronization, and multiple export options. Bear is available on iOS, macOS, and iPadOS, with a major update, Bear 2, launched in July 2023. Users can try the app with a 7-day free trial, followed by a subscription model at $2.99 per month. The application is ideal for note-taking, journaling, daily planning, and content creation.