to record meetings or simple ideas without having to type them, use the voice memo app on your iphone. it is very easy to use and syncs back to itunes for further usage or can be shared via email & MMS if the recording is not too big.
keep in mind that if you record something (max. 30 minutes) you need enough free space on your iphone and check the level meter every now and then – for best results it needs to stay just below the red section.