Getting Things Done (GTD) is a productivity methodology developed by author and speaker David Allen. Nozbe is a software application founded by Micheal Sliwinski to harness the power of GTD. Here’s how I use it on iOS to stay on top of tasks…
How to track price drops with TrackIf and IFTTT for iPhone
From tech gadgets to clothes to our favorite tv shows and movies, prices for our favorite things are constantly changing online. If time isn’t an issue, I can show you how to get fantastic deals with only two iPhone apps, TrackIf and IF by IFTTT.
How to simplify your Mac menu bar with Bartender
Some Mac apps let you choose whether you want a dock icon or menu bar icon. I prefer menu bar icons so my dock contains only my most important apps. Unfortunately, this can make the menu bar appear cluttered. Luckily, Bartender helps solve that problem.
iPhone photography tips: How to take great long exposure photos
Long exposure photography lets you capture light trails, motion blur, and better low light shots. While the built-in Camera app doesn’t let you control shutter speed and light sensitivity, there are lots of apps available in the App Store that do. Slow Shutter Cam is my favorite and here’s how I’ve used it to capture long exposures with nothing but my iPhone 6 and a tripod…
How to Rotate Sideways Videos on iPhone and iPad
Sometimes when we take video on iPhone or iPad, it’s easy to accidentally turn our devices just slightly sideways in order to capture something. Unfortunately, if you do this before you start recording, it’ll result in a sideways captured video. While the Photos app on your iPhone or iPad doesn’t give you the option to
Best Mac apps: Our favorite mail apps for OS X
Not getting enough from the built-in Mail app on your Mac? Perhaps you’re a Gmail user that wants both delete *and* archive functionality at your fingertips, or maybe you want Dropbox support for file attachments. Whatever the reason, there are a few great alternatives when it comes to handling email on the Mac.
How to automatically hide Mac apps with Hocus Focus
As we work on our Macs, our desktops tend to become cluttered with apps and all the windows they contain. You can always hide Mac apps by using the Cmd + H keyboard shortcut, but that can be a tedious task if you have several apps open. Instead, let Hocus Focus automatically hide your unused Mac apps for you!
Join us at the Release Notes conference in Indy this fall!
If you’re in the midwest and want to learn more about indie iOS and Mac development from the best in the industry, the Release Notes conference is for you! It will be held in Indianapolis, IN this October.
Best team collaboration apps for iPhone, iPad, and Mac
If you’re working in a creative environment of any kind, the importance of being able to collaborate easily with others on your team is vital. Here are a few of my current favorites and how they fit into my daily workflow.
Pebble Time and iPhone: An alternative to the Apple Watch
As an iPhone user, you have two main smartwatch options — Apple Watch and Pebble Time. I’ve been using a Pebble Time with my iPhone for a while now. Here’s what it can do, what it can’t, and why it’s still a great option if you want to save some cash!
Developing for Apple Watch: Putting user interface first
The Apple Watch is a unique device because of its small size. It could be disastrous to think of Watch apps as shrunken down iPhone apps. In fact, the Watch app should almost always do far less than the iPhone app. Here’s why!
How to search for and create animated GIFs on iPhone with Workflow
Sometimes a simple emoji or photo isn’t enough. If you’d rather send someone an animated GIF, Workflow by DeskConnect lets you search for and create animated GIFs right on your iPhone.
