One of the easiest ways to take advantage of artificial intelligence right now is voice-to-text transcription. I’ve been dictating to computers for decades, and I can tell you it’s never been easier than it is now. My weapon of choice for this on my…
Continue reading →WWDC 2025: A Return to Form … and a Wake-Up Call
Apple’s WWDC 2025 was, in many ways, a return to form. That was the title of this week’s Mac Power Users episode, and I stand by it. Apple delivered a compelling presentation that reminded us what Apple is best at: thoughtful design, tight integration,…
Continue reading →Joanna Stern’s Tough Questions
Watching the Wall Street Journal’s Joanna Stern push back against Craig Federighi and Greg Joswiak about Siri’s shortcomings brought me some relief. Not in the way it put the two executives on their heels, but instead in my knowledge of the mark questions like…
Continue reading →DEVONthink 4 Beta: AI That Makes Sense for Power Users (Sponsor)
With WWDC finally here and everyone talking about AI, I’ve been thinking about which AI tools actually earn their place in my workflow. Most feel like solutions looking for problems–but DEVONthink 4 is different. I’ve been testing the beta, and what strikes me most is…
Continue reading →Mac Power Users 801: WWDC 2025: A Return to Form
Apple’s 2025 WWDC was jam-packed, from a new design system across its operating systems to updated iPad multitasking, a plethora of updates to apps like Messages and Phone, and new features for CarPlay. Stephen and I break it all down on this episode of…
Listen & read notes →A Few Quick Thoughts on WWDC 2025
The keynote is over and the band has packed up in Cupertino. I’ve got betas downloading on far too many devices and I’m just hours away from having most of my Apple devices barely functional running early beta software. Here are a few notes…
Continue reading →Mac Power Users 800: Three Weeks Too Late
On this feedback episode of Mac Power Users, Stephen and I talk about laminated windows, NAS options, scanning papers, email services, apps that work with Notes, work phones, and a lot more. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password…
Listen & read notes →Reminder: Productivity Academy Summer Program Applications Close June 11!
Time is running out! If you’re a high school or college student looking to level up your productivity skills this summer, don’t miss your chance to apply for the Productivity Academy Summer Program. ✅ Deadline: June 11🎓 Who it’s for: High school and college…
Continue reading →Some Thoughts Going into WWDC 2025
In a few days, Apple will take the stage at WWDC 2025. This year’s keynote speech feels like an inflection point for Apple. More than just announcing the new operating systems, this year Apple needs to show its ability to evolve. As we sit…
Continue reading →Why I Don’t Think This Will Be Like iOS 7
I may regret posting this, but here goes. On Monday, Apple’s going to announce its new user interface redesign for all of its platforms. There are so many rumors around this now, and it seems inevitable. Several folks have asked me if I think…
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