Technology
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Atari 2600+
So that happened this weekend. Time to dive back into 8-bit graphics and challenging game play.
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Apple Journal
It’s finally here and the hype does not live up to the anticipation. It is basic and definitely not a Day One journal killer yet but it is close. Will it take me away from journaling in my FoxOS database or field notes using pen…
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Tesla
My first exposure to Tesla was a shop in the Galleria Mall featuring shiny new cars. At the time I thought this will never work because they can’t afford to have their own dealership lots and whatever orders they sold, the buyers would have to…
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Focused Writing
I’m continually looking for methods to utilize my devices and software to maximize productivity and today I am focused on utilizing the M1 iPad Pro. Combined with the Magic Keyboard I’ve transformed this into a dedicated writing device, much like a typewriter. I’ve established the…
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Minnie
After a third-party seller fiasco on Amazon, I have finally secured a refurbished 2014 Mac Mini desktop. Of course her new name is simply “Minnie.” Let’s hope that Apple will support this outdated operating system for a few more years Minnie will have a renewed…
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Daily Defaults
A recent trend going around the fediverse and blogosphere is showing off what your default software tools are so now it is my turn. In the past, I would try the latest shiny software to see if I could incorporate it into my daily digital…
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The FoxCast
Since the migration to the new accounts are almost complete, I did have to start fresh with a new Apple ID and recreate the FoxCast channel on Apple Podcasts. I am also podcasting on Spotify if you are so inclined. The FoxCast is updated every…
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FoxOS
I just successfully migrated all of my digitized notes into a new personal database which I used to call “Grey Matter” as a second brain, or pensieve. A second brain is a system where I can collect, refine and process ideas that hopefully will lead…
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Success
The clean slate protocol I initiated a few days ago is a success. After creating a new domain name and building a new website, with a new e-mail account and a new Apple ID, I am slowly migrating some of my crucial data from backups.…
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Reboot
After recent price increases, subscription fatigue, privacy concerns and probably long overdue contentment, it’s time for a change. I’ll be withdrawing more from technology, technology blogs and restructuring everything to maximize privacy, reduce monthly subscription spending and pursuing avenues of personal interest. I am heavily…
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Reboot Redesign ReDo
After recent price increases, subscription fatigue, privacy concerns and probably long overdue contentment, it’s time for a change. I’ll be withdrawing more from technology, technology blogs and restructuring everything to maximize privacy, reduce monthly subscription spending and pursuing avenues of personal interest. I am heavily…
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Downgrade
Never thought I would use that term, but downgrading is definitely an option now. With the announcement of Apple raising their digital subscription package Apple One, 9to5mac.com/2023/10/2… I’ve decided to go backwards instead.