The best lecture recording app for students: Genio Notes

A new semester is upon us! We know the first few weeks can feel a bit overwhelming, getting back into routines, starting new classes and the mountain of new information, while also wanting to start this year as you mean to go on: organized and engaged in your studies.

Using a lecture recording app can be a game changer, not only in how you study after a lecture but how you engage with the lecture while it’s happening too.

Recording your lectures means you can feel present and engaged in your professors discussions, rather than focusing on writing your notes down. So, let's dive into how Genio Notes is the best tool for recording lectures and note taking in college. 

Discover the best app for recording your lectures

Genio Notes does a lot, but one thing that’s super useful if you’re struggling to keep up in class or remember what your professor said when looking back through your notes, is the record function.

Genio Notes records your whole lecture audio for you, so you can focus on what’s actually being said with peace of mind that any extra notes or added clarifications can be done later when you go over it. You don't need to worry about missing anything, as you have it all saved in your recording 🙂‍↔️.

The app provides a structured process for capturing lecture information, letting you add time stamped notes and labels directly linked to your audio recording. Professor said something you need to Google later? Just stamp it as a review point. That way, when you look over your notes later, it’s really clear which sections you need to focus on.

Add your lecture slides to your notes

Picture the familiar scene, you’re reviewing your notes and you notice something your professor said but you can’t quite recall what they were referring to. You can almost picture their slides in your head with the specific diagram on, but you're missing the labels and details.

With Genio Notes, you can add the slides right alongside your notes. This is a game changer for organizing your study materials. If your professor shares this before lectures, you’re able to have your own personal version on your screen during the lecture.

If they share them after you can still import them to help you review your notes and transcript. This feature helps you link your notes directly to the content on each slide, making it easy to review and find specific information, and making it clearer to see what your professor was referencing at any given time.

Get a transcription of your lecture

For an even more complete record, Genio Notes transcribes your audio recordings into text. This is a valuable tool for reviewing and refining your notes after a lecture, allowing you to read through the lecture and discussion, search for specific terms, and be more selective with the information you focus on.

Having the transcript means you don’t have to listen to the whole lecture again if you don't think you need to, you can just scan for the key words to find the part you need to study from.

Tip: You can use the CTRL+F keys on your laptop to search for a specific word quickly.

Record lectures and take notes on an iPad

Taking notes on your iPad is great, it fits in your bag easier, isn’t heavy and keeps all your most used apps all in one place. But, finding a really good app to take notes on can be tricky.

Genio Notes is compatible on all IOS devices (as well as android and google), so you can have access to recording, transcription and note taking just as you would on a laptop. Your notes are saved to your account rather than your device, so whether you're working from your iPad, phone or laptop, you'll always be able to access your notes.

Plus, Genio Notes allows for handwritten notes using the Scribble feature, so it's a great option for those who prefer to use a stylus like the Apple Pencil for quick sketches and annotations.

The Scribble feature lets you jot down equations, diagrams, and ideas directly in your handwriting, which is particularly useful for STEM students. You can even annotate directly onto your lecture slides too - perfect for if your professor adds extra details onto theirs during your lecture.

Easily record online lectures

Taking notes when your lectures are online is a whole different skill. It can feel disjointed to use written notes when all your materials are online, but using an online doc means flicking between multiple tabs...

Genio Notes offers a dedicated Chrome extension that makes recording online lectures simple. This extension creates a side panel, allowing you to take notes directly alongside your video content without juggling multiple tabs or windows.

Whether you're recording a live lecture on Zoom, a module from an online course, or a video on YouTube, the extension helps you maximize your focus and engagement by keeping all your study materials in one convenient spot.

You can also customise your extension display, keeping it simple with just notes, or having your audio and slides on too. You also have access to all the features you would on the app or desktop, such as labels, tasks and images. This means the habits you develop for your in person lectures don't have to be compromised when you're online!