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Testing an Espresso Chilling Ball: Does It Actually Change the Taste?
Curious whether an espresso chilling ball actually improves flavor, I performed a simple side-by-side comparison using identical beans, grind size, and extraction settings. Here’s what I found.
Continuous Partial Attention: Why I Stopped Believing in Multitasking
For years I’ve called multitasking “continuous partial attention.” Here’s why focusing on fewer, more meaningful tasks often produces better results, less stress, and higher-quality work.
Hasselblad X2D Long Exposure Reference Cards
I created a set of printable long exposure reference cards for the Hasselblad X2D II 100C to simplify ND filter calculations while shooting landscapes and seascapes in the field.
Testing Apple’s “Vehicle Motion Cues” on the Ferry 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.
I Thought I Used Flighty the Right Way — Turns Out I Wasn’t Using A Wonderful Feature
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…
Origin’s AI Make Finances Easier
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.
Twelve South TimePorter
The Twelve South TimePorter transforms your Apple Watch bands from drawer clutter into a stylish wall display. It’s practical, modular, and makes swapping bands easier than ever.
Share Wi-Fi with Other Devices Using Your MacBook
On a recent trip, I discovered that my MacBook could share a single hotel Wi-Fi connection with my iPhone and iPad. It saved me from paying extra fees and bypassed annoying device limits.
Why You Should Think Twice Before Clicking “Unsubscribe”
That “unsubscribe” link in your inbox may not be as safe as it seems. Learn why clicking it could expose you to scams or malware—and what to do instead.