All About Apps for Apple Devices. Written by
@eshwarnag@maston.social
✨New Blog Post
I wrote about subscription fatigue and how it is often misunderstood. While many users are rightly frustrated, there are a few aspects people tend to overlook when calling for one-time payments.
https://www.hyperquest.net/why-subscription-fatigue-is-misguided/
✨The Apple Apps Experiment
Just like so many others, in my recent experiment, I switched from third-party apps to Apple's native apps. I write about this experience, the apps that became part of my setup and the ones that did not.
✨ Edition 13 - Continuing the Quest for the Perfect Notes App
In this blog post, I to share my experience with Reflect Notes and why it didn’t fit my workflow. I also talk about what app I am currently trying instead.
https://www.hyperquest.net/edition-13-continuing-the-quest-for-the-perfect-notes-app/
“Apple Vision is the new iPad”
The Vision Pro appears geared towards exceptional content consumption experiences, resembling the iPad's role in many ways. Like the Apple Watch, its true nature will become evident only over time through user feedback about its usage patterns.
#visionpro
https://www.hyperquest.net/apple-vision-pro-is-the-new-ipad/
The iPad mini experiment - Why I sold my iPad mini!
Humane’s Ai Pin - Doomed to Fail?
The Ai Pin appears to be an idea in search of a problem. Its core concepts seem poorly conceived. While the technology might hold promise, this product seems unlikely to have a viable future.
The Troubled Release of the iPhone 15 Pro
The launch of the iPhone 15 has brought about various user-reported issues. While a few of these concerns are noteworthy, all in all, it should be acceptable.
https://www.hyperquest.net/the-troubled-release-of-the-iphone-15-pro/
Why I chose to replace my Gaming PC with an Xbox
“While my affection for owning a gaming PC spans my entire life, the simplicity, convenience, and cost-effectiveness presented by a console has swayed me towards choosing an Xbox as the replacement for my faithful gaming PC”
https://www.hyperquest.net/why-i-chose-to-replace-my-gaming-pc-with-an-xbox/
Why I don’t use Apple’s First Party Apps
“Apple's primary apps excel in meeting the needs of most users and covering common use cases, but they fall short in terms of providing the advanced features sought by experienced users”
https://www.hyperquest.net/why-i-dont-use-apples-first-party-apps/
Superhuman is overrated and overhyped
"Superhuman's efficient keyboard shortcuts and AI capabilities are commendable, but the high price raises concerns about its value. Exploring other alternatives may be a wiser decision at its current price"
https://www.hyperquest.net/superhuman-is-overrated-and-overhyped/
Mastodon - From Infatuation to Frustration
"While I remain optimistic about Mastodon's future, I have concerns about its slow user experience, scalability, business model, content moderation, and the need for enhancing ActivityPub for a better decentralized future"
https://www.hyperquest.net/mastodon-from-infatuation-to-frustration/
Threads can bring ActivityPub and the Fediverse into the mainstream
“Threads' promised integration with ActivityPub could be the catalyst needed for the Fediverse to break into the mainstream and bringing a new era of decentralized social media”
https://www.hyperquest.net/threads-can-bring-activitypub-and-the-fediverse-into-the-mainstream/
Raindrop is the Best Bookmarking App
"When it comes to bookmarking apps, look no further than Raindrop—it reigns supreme. With its unrivaled features, seamless functionality, and effortless organization capabilities, Raindrop sets the bar high."
https://www.hyperquest.net/raindrop-is-the-best-bookmarking-app/
Apple Silicon Mac Pro – A Disappointing Betrayal of User Expectations
"Apple's Mac Pro transition to Apple Silicon is a significant disappointment that puts the future of the Mac Pro into question"
https://www.hyperquest.net/apple-silicon-mac-pro-a-disappointing-betrayal-of-user-expectations/
Mimestream is the best Gmail App for macOS
"If you are a Gmail user and have a Mac, Mimestream is probably the best email client for you"
https://www.hyperquest.net/mimestream-is-the-best-gmail-app-for-macos/
What I like and don’t like about the Vision Pro
"While the Vision Pro showcases remarkable engineering achievements, it gives the impression of being more of a niche device rather than a mainstream consumer product."
https://www.hyperquest.net/what-i-like-and-dont-like-about-the-vision-pro/
Apple’s Vision Pro is a Fascinating Device with a Confusing Story
"Apple's Vision Pro has received praise for its high quality and innovative design. However, I raise questions about some aspects of the product like the name, categorisation and long term vision for the device."
https://www.hyperquest.net/apples-vision-pro-is-a-fascinating-device-with-a-confusing-story/
My short experience with the AirPods Pro 2
"Seeking an upgrade from my dying AirPods 2, I chose the AirPods Pro 2. Although they were nearly perfect, I had to give them away."
https://www.hyperquest.net/my-short-experience-with-the-airpods-pro-2/
How MyMind fulfilled and fell short of its promise.
"MyMind is a bookmarking and organizing app that has a beautiful design and prioritizes privacy, though it has promising potential, it needs some refinement before it can be considered truly useful for me"
https://www.hyperquest.net/how-mymind-fulfilled-and-fell-short-of-its-promise/
Why I Moved to Spotify
"I switched from Apple Music to Spotify because of the latter's better UI/UX, performance, quality, smart features, and cross-platform compatibility. Despite some drawbacks, such as the inability to natively play on my HomePod, I find Spotify to be a more reliable and enjoyable music service"