I think I first bought OmniOutliner at version 2. I remember it came in shrink wrap at a computer store. Regardless, I’ve been using the application for a long time. I’ve used it to outline countless contracts, depositions, trial examinations, MacSparky videos, books, and…
Continue reading →Mac Power Users 832: All About Apple Weather
After talking through the new Apple Creator Studio bundle, Stephen shares his notes with me after switching to the Apple Weather app for a month. Join us on Mac Power Users. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again.…
Listen & read notes →MacSparky’s 2026 Home Screen and Automation
I’ve simplified my Home Screen setup and automation. In this video, I walk you through the changes I’ve made.
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Easy Tool Storage with ToolTrace.ai (and my Bambu 3D printer)
Indulge me with this one as I share a brilliant little tool to make custom tool storage using AI, CAD software, and a 3D Printer.… This is a post for the MacSparky Labs Pathfinder and Insider members. Care to join? If you’re already a member, you can log in here.
Apple Creator Studio’s Awkward Bundle
Apple announced Creator Studio this week, bundling Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Pixelmator Pro, Motion, Compressor, and MainStage along with enhanced versions of Pages, Numbers and Keynote into a $130/year subscription. My feelings are mixed. Every time Apple rolls out a new subscription, I get…
Continue reading →Timing: See Your Work, Not Just Your Schedule (Sponsor)
Today’s sponsor is Timing, and if you’ve ever wondered where the afternoon went, this app has answers. I’ve written a lot about hyper-scheduling and blocking time for important work. But there’s a gap between the plan and reality. You schedule two hours for writing, but…
Continue reading →The Lab Report for January 16, 2026
In this week’s episode: Apple deepens its AI partnership with Google through an expanded Gemini deal, the Creator Studio subscription is coming soon, and Pixelmator Pro is coming to iPad. I also cover rumors about a potential high-end MacBook Pro launch, Apple’s upcoming AI server chips, and progress toward blood sugar monitoring on the Apple Watch.
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Announcing the 2026 Productivity Field Guide
Hooray! The 2026 Productivity Field Guide lives. This is the course that teaches you to stop optimizing and start becoming. Most productivity advice is about doing more, faster. This course is about identifying who you want to become in every role you play and…
Continue reading →2026 Q1 Planning Session
Here’s the Audio from our Q1 Planning Session.
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Focused 247: Getting Intentional, with Chris Bailey
Chris Bailey is back on this episode of Focused to talk about his new book The Intention Stack, fundamental human values, and why S.M.A.R.T. goals aren’t very smart. This episode of Focused is sponsored by: Incogni: Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code FOCUSED…
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