Table 2.
Apps meeting the criteria for each category of features (N=44). Note that some apps meet the criteria for more than one category.
| Category | Examples and features | Platforms, n (%) | |||
| iOS | Android | Both | Total | ||
| Information and resources | Tips and advice; information about dementia, other diseases; searchable databases; videos; symptom tracking | 4 (9) | 3 (7) | 8 (18) | 15 (44) |
| Family communication | Care coordination among family; instant messaging; calendar sharing; to-do lists | 3 (7) | 2 (5) | 10 (23) | 15 (44) |
| Memory aids | Activities for care recipient; conversation starters; tools for memory support and reminiscence | 5 (11) | 4 (9) | 3 (7) | 12 (27) |
| Care for caregiver | Support/chat groups Burden assessments; words of encouragement |
2 (5) | 4 (9) | 4 (9) | 10 (23) |
| Behavior solutions | Tips and information to manage problem behaviors (eg, agitation, wandering) | 3 (7) | 2 (5) | 3 (7) | 8 (18) |
| Medication management | Medication reminders; dosage information; drug-interaction databases | — | — | 3 (7) | 3 (7) |
| Safety | GPSa/motion sensor tracking; automated check-in calls; alarms and reminders | 1 (2) | 1 (2) | 3 (7) | 5 (11) |
| Personal health record tracking | Doctors’ appointment reminders | 1 (2) | — | 4 (9) | 5 (11) |
aGPS: Global Positioning System.