Relationships with productivity and notes apps always seem to be in flux for people. I can see how EN could be distracting, especially if you live in it. I hear what you’re saying about Outlook, too, I avoid that software like the plague for just that reason. Problem is, people are so used to it that it is hard for them to break away to better designs — and that may be why more popular/widespread software tends to emulate it to a degree. In some weird way it is actually easier for people.

Glad to hear that Daniel and I have been able to help you out! If you are looking for an additional tool to try out that has a very clean interface, check out Memonic. Review here: https://www.40tech.com/2011/08/26/memonic-a-not-so-quiet-rival-to-evernote-and-springpad-app-of-the-week/

Incidentally, I just confirmed with the CEO that the crazy premium account deal ($3.33 Euro for 10,000 notes and 50GB storage) link works until the end of October. And it works for whomever, not just the Swiss/Germans.