When I first heard that Notion, a popular note-taking and project management service, was launching a standalone calendar service, my initial thought was: does the world really need another calendar app? Perhaps I shouldn’t have been surprised, though, given that Notion had acquired Cron, a rather smartly designed calendar app, in 2022. At its core, Notion Calendar is a free next-gen version of Cron with a built-in scheduling tool and deep integration with Notion.
Notion Calendar: A Standalone Service
Notion Calendar is available for Mac, Windows, iOS, and on the web, with an Android app in development. As its founder Raphael Schaad told me, he wanted to create a calendar that would allow users to combine their work and personal calendars, providing a single source of truth for managing their day.
Integration with Notion
While Notion has long had a calendar view for its workspaces, this was always disconnected from other external calendars like Google Calendar. That’s changing now with the launch of Notion Calendar, which integrates seamlessly with Notion and allows users to attach documents to calendar events. This feature is designed to ensure that everyone involved in a meeting is on the same page.
Scheduling Features
Notion Calendar also includes a scheduling tool that allows users to share their availability directly from the app. This can be particularly useful for teams or organizations looking to schedule meetings or appointments. The app also includes features like recurring events and reminders, making it easy to stay organized.
Corporate Adoption
One potential hurdle for Notion Calendar is corporate adoption. As I noted in a recent article, IT departments often have strict rules around which third-party services can be used within an organization. This can make it difficult for users to sync their personal and work calendars, even with a service like Notion.
The Vision Behind Notion Calendar
According to Schaad and Notion co-founder Akshay Kothari, the overall vision behind Notion Calendar is to bring a time layer to every aspect of the service. This means integrating calendar functionality across all aspects of the platform, from notes to projects. While we don’t yet know exactly what this will look like, it’s clear that Notion is making a significant investment in its calendar app.
The Benefits of Notion Calendar
So why do we need another calendar app? For one, Notion Calendar offers a fresh and modern take on traditional calendar software. The app is designed to be intuitive and easy to use, even for those who are new to calendar management. Additionally, the integration with Notion provides a seamless experience for users who already rely on the platform.
Conclusion
In conclusion, while it’s true that there are many calendar apps available today, Notion Calendar brings something unique to the table. With its focus on integration and ease of use, this app has the potential to become an essential tool for teams and individuals alike. As Notion continues to invest in its calendar app, we can expect to see even more features and functionality added over time.
Related Topics
- Apps
- Calendar
- Enterprise
- Notion
- Task Management
Authors:
- Frederic Lardinois: Editor at TechCrunch. Before joining TechCrunch in 2012, he founded SiliconFilter and wrote for ReadWriteWeb (now ReadWrite). Frederic covers enterprise, cloud, developer tools, Google, Microsoft, gadgets, transportation and anything else he finds interesting.
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