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Building Coast Clear in Two Days with AI

March 30, 2026 Design, Tech, Technology

Two mobile app screens showing a map with color-coded sighting markers and a filter panel for refining sightings by time, species, and options.

I built and submitted a mobile app to the App Store in about two days using AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini. Here’s what worked, what didn’t, and what it means for product development.

Testing Apple’s “Vehicle Motion Cues” on the Ferry from St. Croix to St. Thomas

March 14, 2026 Life Hacks, Tech, Technology, Travel

Split feature image showing Apple’s Vehicle Motion Cues setting on an iPhone next to a QE IV ferry boarding pass for travel from St. Croix to St. Thomas.

Apple recently introduced Vehicle Motion Cues, an accessibility feature designed to reduce motion sickness when using your phone in a moving vehicle. While waiting to board the QE IV ferry from St. Croix to St. Thomas, I decided to test the feature somewhere a little different—on the open water.

Why Designers May Have the Advantage in the Age of AI

March 5, 2026 Design, Technology

Designer sketching interface wireframes in a notebook beside a computer displaying an AI-generated dashboard, illustrating the contrast between human creativity and AI-driven design.

AI can now generate dashboards, landing pages, and even entire apps. But the more technology automates design assembly, the more valuable human creativity becomes. In a world flooded with AI-generated products, designers who understand experience, emotion, and storytelling may have the biggest advantage of all.

American Airlines Admirals Club – C Concourse (Charlotte)

February 14, 2026 Travel

Entrance to an American Airlines Admirals Club featuring a round illuminated sign and closed frosted glass double doors in a modern airport concourse.

After a 3:00 AM start to my travel day, I arrived in Charlotte running on fumes. With a five-hour layover ahead of me, I was incredibly thankful to have access to the Admirals Club in the C Concourse at Charlotte Douglas International Airport. First Impressions Getting in was a breeze. No long lines. No hassle….

I Thought I Used Flighty the Right Way — Turns Out I Wasn’t Using A Wonderful Feature

December 19, 2025 Life Hacks, Tech

Flighty app screenshot showing arrival forecast for American Airlines Flight 1526 from Philadelphia to San Juan. The app displays that the flight is late 62% of the time over the past 60 days, with an average delay of 35 minutes. A bar chart breaks down outcomes: 13% early, 25% on time, 37% about 15 minutes late, and 25% over 45 minutes late. Below, a “Where’s My Plane?” section shows an Airbus A321 with its current location at Philadelphia Terminal B, Gate B16.

I’ve used Flighty for years. For me, it’s always been the app for the day of travel—gate changes, aircraft assignments, inbound plane tracking, delay alerts. It’s the app I open while standing at the gate, half coffee in hand, refreshing compulsively while hoping nothing goes wrong. But recently, something did go wrong. I had a…

Apple Vision Pro (M5) Review

November 13, 2025 Tech, Technology

Side-by-side composite image showing the Apple Vision Pro headset on the left against a light gray background, and a real-world view through the headset on the right, displaying floating spatial widgets including a calendar, clock, weather, and battery indicator overlayed on a room interior.

I recently purchased the Apple Vision Pro (M5) and spent several days testing it across the things I do every day—email, Slack, documentation, spreadsheets, WordPress, browsing, and even connecting it to my MacBook as an external display. It’s one of the coolest pieces of technology I’ve ever used. But after the initial awe wore off…

Origin’s AI Make Finances Easier

November 4, 2025 Life Hacks, Tech, Technology

Close-up of a smartphone displaying the Origin Financial app in dark mode. The screen shows a net worth dashboard with a graph trending upward, a forecast option, and a highlighted weekly recap notification.

Origin Financial isn’t just another budgeting app—it’s a daily financial assistant. With AI-powered recaps, forecasts, and insights, it helps me stay on top of my money effortlessly.

Oura Ring vs. Apple Watch: My First Impressions

October 9, 2025 Tech, Technology

Two sleek gold smart rings with a silver interior featuring embedded sensors, displayed on a light beige background.

I’ve worn the Apple Watch for years, but I recently added the Oura Ring to my daily routine to see how it compares — especially for sleep tracking and recovery insights. After a week of use, here’s what I’ve found about comfort, pricing, and some surprising data discrepancies.

Review of The Executive x Bluebonnet

October 6, 2025 Technology

Close-up of a wrist wearing an Apple Watch with a Saddle Tan French premium leather band featuring white stitching and a contrasting blue loop.

The Bluebonnet French Premium Leather Apple Watch Band in Saddle Tan combines heritage craftsmanship with modern Apple Watch styling. Made from Barenia leather, it develops a rich patina over time while offering all-day comfort and a refined, versatile look.

Review of The Maverick x Bluebonnet

October 6, 2025 Technology

Apple Watch on wrist with a dark brown Italian leather band featuring bright blue stitching accents.

The Bluebonnet Dark Brown Italian Leather Apple Watch Band delivers classic elegance and rugged durability in one handcrafted strap. Perfect for those who want a leather band that grows in character while handling the demands of daily wear.