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This is an application that lets you share an activity journal with friends and family

This is an application that lets you share an activity journal with friends and family

Vote: (28 votes)

Program license: Free

Developer: Path

Version: 3.4

Works under: Android

Vote:

Program license

(28 votes)

Free

Developer

Version

Path

3.4

Works under:

Android

Pros

  • User-friendly interface.
  • Unique automatic journal updates.
  • Connects with major social media platforms for easy friend search.

Cons

  • Lacks a browser-based interface.
  • Constrained to sharing exclusively from a mobile device.

Overview

Path is a mobile-centric journal application designed to keep you connected with friends and family wherever you are. Similar to location-based social networks, Path enables you to notify your contacts of your ongoing activities, irrespective of where you are or what you're involved in.

Features

Path equips you with the tools to share your thoughts, images, clips, and even the tunes you're plugged into on the fly. Much like other location-sharing apps, Path gives you the capability of sharing your geographical coordinates, and the people accompanying you. The app lets you search for friends to add via your phone's email contacts and Facebook.

What makes Path unique is the Automatic feature. It gathers data based on your posts and updates your journal with life stories as they transpire. However, switching it off is an easy option through the menu for those who find this feature invasive.

To begin using Path, pick an avatar for your profile and a cover image for your Path journal. It's most convenient if you have pictures saved on your phone, although the app further facilitates online browsing if that suits your preferences.

After adding your friends, they will start to pop up in your primary feed. You're allowed to comment on their shares, and append an emoticon to express your feelings about their posts.

User Interface

Path has made it easy for users to start creating their journal. The user interface is intuitive and makes navigating around the app a breeze. Images play a significant role in Path and the app allows users to select from their own photos or find ones online.

Limitations

There is a downside to Path—there is no web-based counterpart of its platform, unlike Facebook and Twitter. Communication on Path can only happen through your mobile device.

Regardless of this constraint, Path introduces an innovative approach to documenting life on the go in a timelined journal format, building a dynamic blend of social interaction and personal expression.

Updates and Improvements

The company hears and responds to user feedback. Recent updates made improvement on the place picker feature by introducing an interactive map view.

Pros

  • User-friendly interface.
  • Unique automatic journal updates.
  • Connects with major social media platforms for easy friend search.

Cons

  • Lacks a browser-based interface.
  • Constrained to sharing exclusively from a mobile device.