Category Archive: PSA

Catch up on what we published this week, including an update to our review of the best time tracking app, a look at some new Notion features, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an update to our review of the best GTD suite of apps for macOS and iOS/iPadOS, as well as some great reading materials from our friends. »

This will be our 9th time taking a group of creative professionals through the Focus Course Live program, and there is always one particular roadblock. “I just don’t have time right now.” (Ironically, there’s also no stronger sign that you need Focus Course Live than feeling like you don’t have time… but more on that […] »

For the past week, I’ve been telling you there’s still time to hit your goals in 2024. Thursday, I’m going to show you how to actually do it. You’re invited to join me for a free, live workshop called Get Your Crap Together: How to Simplify, Create Space, and Get Your Life Back on Track. […] »

The price for Focus Course Live goes up tomorrow! You have until midnight tonight to get 20% off your spot for Focus Course Live. SIGN UP NOW » What’s at stake for you during the remainder of 2024? Imagine yourself one month from now… You’re finally clear and focused on what’s actually important — instead […] »

Falling out of the sky at 120 miles-per-hour is something that I always assumed would actually feel like falling. Turns out… it doesn’t actually feel like falling. A few years back a few friends and I did went skydiving — doing tandem jumps from 14,000 feet. Sitting there at the airplane hangar door, as it […] »

Catch up on what we published recently, including our August Focus Digest, instructions on running your own personal retreat, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including our August Focus Digest, some great information on getting the most out of Ulysses, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an update to our review of the best professional writing app for macOS and iOS, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at Shawn's Ulysses setup, using Ulysses to achieve your writing goals, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a deep dive on Ulysses URL schemes, our July Focus Digest, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at the new features Notion pushed for their Home page, some great reading materials from our friends, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including several interesting links regarding WWDC 2024, a look at Mike's task management system in Obsidian, and more. »

Time’s almost up! We’re kicking off the Build Your Dream Week Summit tomorrow, which means today is your last chance to enroll before the first workshop. Go here to save your spot now » If your weekly schedule feels unsustainable or unsatisfying and you want to experience a BIG change in it… This is your […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at Mike's task management system inside Obsidian, how to overcome common productivity flaws, and more. »

It’s the most common question I’ve heard since opening enrollment for the Build Your Dream Week Summit… “Why will this be ANY different?” You’ve tried the apps. You’ve tried time blocking. You’ve tried a dozen different routines and systems for getting your calendar under control. And yet you still struggle to dedicate time throughout the […] »

Think about your calendar for this week right now. Do you automatically tense up a little at the mere mention of it? So many people are swimming in tasks they either… Don’t want to do Don’t need to do (AKA things that can be delegated) Only do because they’re on autopilot The bad news: there […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at how SaneBox can help you focus on meaningful email first, a new summit we're hosting soon, and more. »

Let’s get right into it. Today, we’re officially opening enrollment for the Build Your Dream Week Summit! Click here to save your spot and get all the details now. <<< The Build Your Dream Week Summit is a live, online workshop where you will create a personalized system for spending more time in the areas […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at how to customize Notion with icons and banner images, a look at how to structure your email folders, and more. »

Here are the things we published this week and last. You can also stay up-to-date by following us on Twitter and RSS. Also, we have a weekly email newsletter that sums up all the new and cool things published to the site. If you like to stay up-to-date via email, then you should sign up […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at how Mike does multi-scale planning to keep his priorities on track, our digest on the 8 laws of focus, and more. »

Welcome to May! This monthly digest is for folks who want to create a more ideal schedule, get organized, and stay in control of the things that matter. If you are new to the digest… here’s what to look forward to around the beginning of every month: A short article on a single concept around […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at automatically tracking your time spent on your Mac, using Blank Space to declutter your iPhone, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at Mike's method for creating a minimal iPhone Home Screen, some of Notion's latest updates, and more. »

Here are the things we published this week and last. You can also stay up-to-date by following us on Twitter and RSS. Also, we have a weekly email newsletter that sums up all the new and cool things published to the site. If you like to stay up-to-date via email, then you should sign up […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a review of the Ugmonk Gather product lineup, a look at Mike's PKM Stack methodology, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at how Josh's setup has evolved and changed to support his productivity and creativity, a roundup of awesome Obsidian plugins, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some tips on finding the right habits, building habits, and more. »

Toward the end of last year, I started a new early morning habit of writing every day. I used a few “habit building” tricks I’ve learned over the years. And, as a result, I was able to go from a blank page to a strong outline and nearly 40,000 words written. All in about 6 […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a focus digest on showing up every day, a look at how you can use Notion's new calendar feature, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an interview with James Clear on building better habits, some examples of how we use Notion AI Q&A, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at Omnivore as a read-later option, some thoughts on using Notion's AI-driven Q&A feature, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an update to our review of Day One for Mac, iOS, and iPad, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an update to Mike's Idea Development System, planning your week, and more. »

There are pretty much only two ways to plan your week: Show up on Monday and find out what happens. Purposefully plan what you actually want and need to do. Which do you think is more effective? Yeah. That’s why I decided to create The Perfect Week Plan, live-online workshop. This is a brand-new training […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at Apple's new Journal app, some great links on Apple's Vision Pro system, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at Up Ahead for tracking upcoming events you're looking forward to, a guide to effectively using time blocking for productivity, and more. »

One of the most important concepts to learn as you figure out your 2024 plans comes from David Allen: "You can do anything you want, but you can’t do everything you want." [Free Workshop this Monday] »

I recently heard a surprising admission from a very successful CEO. »

Focus Course Live is the online coaching experience where I personally help you bring focus, breathing room, and clarity to your full-time life. »

Tomorrow, we open registration for our flagship coaching program — Focus Course Live. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at how personal retreats work, some ideas for using Notion as a gift list, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at using Notion to organize your Christmas lists, going through a personal retreat organized in Obsidian, the Tools & Toys Christmas Catalog, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an updated Notion Habit Tracker for 2024, updated reviews of the best calendar apps for Mac and iPhone, and more. »

This will be a live-online workshop hosted by yours truly. During the workshop, I will take you through the entirety of the Plan Your Year workbook. We’ve done this four years in a row now, and it is so much fun. (See for yourself in the P.S.) »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an update to our review of the best calendar app for macOS, an in-depth comparison of the latest version of Bear and how it stacks up to Apple Notes, and more. »

This is the most affordable way to access every resource we have for living a more focused, productive life. »

Now through Monday only, you can get an all-access pass to every course, workshop, and resource we’ve ever released. »

This Black Friday, we’ve got something special for you. »

Design your ideal week and accomplish your goals with the new, interactive digital planner. Based on a proven system for clarity, margin, and focus. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an update to our review of the best calendar app for iPhone, some great information on picking a planner that fits your style and needs, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including our brand new planner for 2024, some great tips on using Apple Notes, and more. »

The new Clear Action Planner just dropped! »

Our free How to Plan Your Year workshop kicks off tomorrow at 2pm Eastern! »

The annual How to Plan Your Year workshop is next week. Here's the link to RSVP for free. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some tips for getting the most out of Apple Notes and Reminders, some interesting links from our friends, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some tips on using Smart Folders in Notes, the latest version of Reminders, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at how to save highlights to different note-taking apps, a new PKM player called Heptabase, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at Mimestream for Gmail on macOS, the latest PKM tool on the market, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a list of our favorite books, creating custom planner templates in GoodNotes, and more. »

Have you ever looked up the dictionary definition of “overwhelm”? It’s pretty intense, actually. bury or drown beneath a huge mass defeat completely give too much of a thing to someone If you’re feeling overwhelmed, then perhaps you feel as though you’ve been given too much. In fact, you’ve been given so much that you’re […] »

Big day today! Enrollment for the Fall cohort of Focus Academy is officially open! Click here to explore the agenda and save your spot now. <<< Plus, I’m offering a little something extra special for the next 48 hours… Fast Action Bonus: Everyone who enrolls before midnight Wednesday, gets a free spot in our 2024 […] »

We’re officially in what I like to call “nervous laughter” season. Why? Because nervous laughter is the typical response when I ask people how the rest of the year is looking for them. We know the end of the year is getting close… But we also know there is a TON of work that remains […] »

Here are the things we published this week and last. You can also stay up-to-date by following us on Twitter and RSS. Also, we have a weekly email newsletter that sums up all the new and cool things published to the site. If you like to stay up-to-date via email, then you should sign up […] »

In just a few hours, I’m going live to help you put together a plan for maximum clarity to close out 2023. Click below to RSVP so you can join at 2pm Eastern | 1pm Central | 11am Pacific: How to Build Your Focused Life ← If you’ll set aside 60 minutes, I’ll show you […] »

Tomorrow, Wednesday, September 20, I’m hosting a free online class and you won’t want to miss it: How to Build a Focused Life (even if you hate productivity and aren’t naturally organized). You’ll get a walkthrough of the system I use for identifying, planning, and consistently getting the right things done. How I eliminated 90% […] »

Random fact: There are 109 days left in 2023. When I realized this, I had one thought… That’s so much time. Let’s go! When September starts, I know that it can feel as if the year is almost over. It can feel as if the projects we wanted to accomplish this year will have to […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some links from the September Wanderlust Apple event from earlier this week. »

It’s no secret that Notion is one of my favorite tools for managing ideas and notes. It’s also no secret that figuring out your own ideal Notion setup is… kind of a lot. You can spend so much time working ON your Notion workflows, that you end up never creating and working IN Notion. It’s […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at what Raycast Pro has to offer, what it takes to use Notion as a Personal Knowledge Manager, and more. »

We’re adding a brand-new Notion workshop to the Ideas-to-Action Focus Booster (get access inside the Focus Club membership)! It's going to help you turn Notion into your own personal idea incubator so you can accelerate your creative work. »

Today’s the last chance to save your spot in the Ideas-to-Action Focus Booster before our new-member kickoff call happening later today. Ideas-to-Action is our members-only, 4-part workshop series that will help you install a system that will streamline your creative work for years to come. You’ll go from swimming in notes, plans, and underdeveloped ideas […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an update to our PKM primer, a look at the all new properties in Obsidian, and more. »

Announcement time! Today, we are opening the doors for enrollment in our all-new Focus Booster: Ideas-to-Action. Ideas-to-Action is a series of LIVE online workshops happening inside our membership community. You will double your creative output with a simple system for organizing — and acting on — your ideas. If you’re brimming with ideas but struggle […] »

In just a few hours… In today’s free workshop, you’re going to discover the key workflows for doing your best creative work — from writing, to fleshing out your ideas, and beyond. It’s called The Focused Writer: Improve Your Workflows, and it kicks off at 2pm Eastern / 11am Pacific / 6pm GMT. 👉 Click […] »

The world of Personal Knowledge Management (PKM) has evolved since we first published our PKM Intro for Creatives, so we went back and made sure everything was up to date and included some of the new app updates in the PKM space. »

When you sit down to write (or do any other creative work), what typically happens first for you? Do you… Get going immediately, setting yourself up for a productive session? or… You procrastinate... Check your phone. Maybe dive back into research mode because you tell yourself you’re not “ready” yet. On Tuesday, I’m going to […] »

If you want to know how much of a productivity nerd you truly are, there’s only one question you need to ask: How excited does the term workflow make you? 🤓 If you’re sitting at your desk doing this right now… …then you need to save your spot on our free workshop next week — […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at our ultimate guide to using Apple Notes, setting up Apple Mail on iOS to be more efficient, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at how to enumerate and review your various inboxes, some times on protecting your focus, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some tips on overcoming distraction, conquering your fear of the blank page, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at eliminating inbox addiction (aka, the "just checks"), creating margin for your thoughts, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a process for determining priorities to avoid overwhelm, the merits of Reminders, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at Mike's time blocking system for the Onyx Boox Tab Ultra, Shawn's tip for creating a clean and distraction-free email inbox, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at using Focus Modes to improve your productivity, an in-depth tour of David Sparks' startup and shutdown routines, and more. »

Do Not Disturb is a 3-part live online workshop that gives you a system for unlocking creative momentum and shutting out the distractions that derail your most important work. »

In just a few hours, I’m going live to show you a bulletproof approach for becoming more consistent with your most important habits and routines… …even if you’re battling a crazy schedule and more distractions than you can count. :) Join me live, TODAY… at 3pm Eastern / Noon Pacific / 7pm GMT for the […] »

Been more than 12 years now of running a thriving profitable business. 📶 🎉 It has not always been easy. And I rarely had the answers for what was next. But here we are. And I am having the most fun (and getting the most sleep) so far! There is one simple mantra has kept me […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including our ultimate guide to using Do Not Disturb on iOS and macOS, some advice on using your time and attention, and more. »

Continuing in our series on focus and productivity, here we will dive in to see what’s holding you back from being efficient and intentional with your time, and the obstacles you face when trying to do focused, deep work. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including the three waves of productivity, tweaking your productivity systems for busy seasons of life, and more. »

Clarity about what matters also gives clarity about what does not. Clarity is vital if you want to do deep work on a regular basis over the long run. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some tips on boosting your productivity, some interesting links about recent Apple announcements, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some tips on using Notion's new Button shortcuts, a Shortcuts app for Obsidian, lots of WWDC news, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a behind-the-scenes look at our Notion resource database, Jeff and Mike's productivity app picks, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at some great lock screen widgets for iPhone 14 Pro (Max), must-have productivity apps from our team, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at Josh's must-have apps for productivity, some apps for using ChatGPT on macOS and iOS, and more. »

Do you have thoughts about Notion? Good! We need your feedback. We’re working on some new trainings, resources, and templates for Notion users — specifically to help with prioritizing ideas and managing tasks. We’re excited about it, but before we get too far we have a quick favor to ask you: Would you mind taking […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at Matt Birchler's top productivity app picks, some tips on using Hazel to organize your Mac, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an update to our All The Things course, a look at Mike's productivity system framework, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at Matt's experiment with using Todoist instead of Things, an upcoming webinar on being more productive, and more. »

Next week, I’m giving out the blueprint for making steady progress on your most important work — no matter how many distractions your day brings or how good you are at putting things off. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at using AI for real-world tasks, some great productivity apps, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at how digital and analog tools compliment each other for a productive workflow, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some tips on quick-capture in Notion, connecting Notion databases, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a reminder on how to use Hazel to auto-file your documents, a deep look at what makes relational databases so great in Notion, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an example for starting up and closing out your day with Sunsama, some tips on focus, and more. »

This week, we are kicking off our next Focus Booster inside the community. And it’s a Complete Guide to Margin. How to go from busy and overwhelmed to…. not busy There are only two ways you can restore margin to your life. And they’re actually quite simple… As part of our upcoming Margin Reset — […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some advice on margin, using sub-tasks in Notion, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an upcoming webinar on freeing yourself from overwhelm, a roundup of several popular infinite canvas apps, and more. »

Join me (Shawn) to find out how you can free yourself from overwhelm and restore margin to your week. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at Readwise's new RSS tool, simplifying your apps, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some guidance on reducing the number of apps you use, a look at the Onyx Boox Tab Ultra, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at the new Onyx Boox Tab Ultra for hand-written digital notes, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at a new habit tracker called Polar Habits, some tips on using sub-tasks in Notion, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at using Notion as a habit tracker, our new Focus Boosters, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an introduction to our Habit Boosters, a look at Rewind for recording your digital life, and more. »

If you’ve ever tried to learn something new or up-level in an area of your life, but fizzled out… then we’ve got just the thing for you. 🚀  This week we are starting something new inside the Focus community membership: Focus Boosters Focus Boosters are community-led, themed challenges to help you up-level in a specific […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at using Sunsama to build new habits, getting away from the "just checks" so you can focus, and more. »

The clock is ticking! Focus Academy enrollment closes tonight — which means you only have a few hours left to join our special January class before time runs out. The next time we open enrollment, two things will be true: The year will be more than halfway over. Our next class won’t be until later […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at launching specific Notion boards, using web apps in Arc browser instead of native apps, and more. »

There are only four elements of a busted productivity system, and I want to show you how to avoid them altogether and stay on track with your tasks, your time, and your habits. If you want to accomplish anything (from the small things in your day, to the big things of life and career), then […] »

Today is December 30, which means two things: #1. You only have until midnight tonight to get The Personal Retreat Workshop + My Proven Productivity Templates Pack as a free bonus when you join Focus Academy. Focus Academy will give you the perfect plan for recharging and staying fresh throughout the year so you can […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an introduction to Sunsama, customizing trackpad guestures in macOS Ventura, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a quick look at using your iPhone as a webcam for your Mac, a look at designing an office for less distractions, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at a tool for tracking your library, some options for using Notion as a Christmas list tracker, and more. »

If you want to make any type of progress in 2023, you need these two things: GOALS … that match with your values and vision SYSTEMS … that keep you moving forward I designed the Focus Course Digital Planner to give you the daily, weekly, and monthly systems you need. But those systems will struggle […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at how to set Focus modes with one click on your Apple Watch Ultra, our new 2023 digital planner, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a quick review of the Apple Watch Ultra, and announcement about the upcoming Plan Your Year workshop, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at the new Logitech MX Master 3S mouse, organizing your writing with Ulysses, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at customizing Obsidian into the perfect writing app, using Notion for time and task management, some new iPad review links, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at mapping out your task management as a workflow, an interview on using Notion for time and task management, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at how we use Loom for all kinds of communication (internal and external), an update to our comparison of Things, Todoist, and OmniFocus, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some thoughts and impressions on Dynamic Island and the new always-on display of the iPhone 14 Pro, an update to our roundup and comparison if our favorite GTD apps, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at using Alfred to launch and hide apps with hotkeys, some iPhone 14 Pro and Apple Watch reviews from our friends, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at how Notes in iOS 16 stacks up against third-party notes apps, some great links from around the web, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at what's new and improved with Mail in iOS 16, some of our favorite iPhone 14 reviews so far, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at a helpful utility for making your software demos stand out, several interesting links to the new Apple devices announced this week, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at a mindfulness meditation timer app, some great links from our friends, and other stuff we found interesting. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at outlining with Obsidian, using BetterTouchTool to customize your Stream Deck, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at an exciting new browser that offers plenty of control, a look at the new features of Alfred 5, and some great links. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a review of Grovemade's latest desktop shelf, the final portion of our Elements of a Sweet Setup, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a recap of the first two parts of the Elements of a Sweet Setup guides, an interesting browser we think is worth checking out, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a detailed look at some of our favorite monitors, keyboards, and pointing devices for your Mac setup, and some great links from our friends across the web. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some tips on picking a great desk and chair combo for your office, a look at the highly customizable Vivaldi browser, some interesting links, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at some desks and chairs that look and work great in any setup, a look at a less-common web browser that deserves a look, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at the Opal C1 webcam, a look at the latest version of PDF Expert for Mac, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an intro to the mechanical keyboard world, an update to our beginners guide to Notion, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an update to our beginner's guide to Notion, some interesting links from our friends, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, along with several WWDC links that we enjoyed. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at new secure email features from Canary Mail, an upcoming webinar on Focus, some interesting links, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at using Matter in a browser, a review of the new Studio Display, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a multi-post series on using Obsidian as a custom task management system. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an in-depth look at how to set up your own productivity dashboard in Notion, some interesting links, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a review of the reMarkable writing tablet, a look at setting defaults for Windows 11 in Parallels on macOS, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at how Matt organizes his life with Notion, an announcement about GoodNotes' pricing model, and more. »

GoodNotes recently updated its pricing structure to allow new users to get a better grasp of the app before fully committing to the $8 purchase price. Now, you can create your first 3 notebooks inside GoodNotes for free. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a few examples for using Bunch on your Mac, a deep dive on using Notion to develop a writing habit, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a nerdy workflow on managing projects with Alfred and Obsidian, using simple daily prompts for Day One entries, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at how we use Notion at Blanc Media, a quick review of a great menu bar wallpaper app, a tip on using Siri to send voice messages, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a non-traditional approach to task management, a nifty wireless numpad, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a summary of our thoughts on Apple's latest announcements, an update to our Obsidian, Roam, and LogSeq comparison article, and more. »

A lot has changed in the last year or so since we first published our side-by-side comparison of Obsidian and Roam Research. So we went back and updated everything to reflect the major changes in the apps. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at how Chloe uses Notion as her PKM system, a comparison of LogSeq with Obsidian and Roam, a look into a great Mac menu bar utility, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at Chloe's Notion-based PKM system, some tips on using Magnet to arrange windows in macOS, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at a nifty macOS utility that lets you choose where to open links, a look at using Craft for blocking your day, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some great tips on staying focused while working from home, a look at an open-source text expansion app called Espanso, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at Mike's workflow for taking notes on books, using Rocket for searching for emoji on macOS, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at building habits, a nifty Fantastical feature, some insight into using Notion to track habits, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at Chloe's Notion setup for habits, a tip for collecting and sending links, an upcoming Obsidian workshop, and more. »

Ever feel like the notes and ideas you capture are going in one ear and out the other? If so, you’re not alone. Over the past year we have been getting a slew of emails from readers regarding better note taking, writing, and idea management (and the apps that put idea management on steroids). One […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at de-cluttering your digital life, getting fit with Peloton, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at Josh's new M1-based portable accounting setup, a nifty PopClip extension, some interesting links, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at some of our favorite, must-have apps for iPhones, iPads, and Macs, sending highlights from Matter to Obsidian, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an update to our Day One review, a tip on embedding shortcuts in shortcuts, and more. »

The end of the year calls for end-of-year resolutions, right? And since there’s no better resolution than starting a journaling a habit, we figured we’d give our review of the best journaling app for iPhone, iPad, and the Mac a quick look over. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at Chris Gonzales' nomadic work setup, how (and why) to use an analog clock in your menu bar, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a shortcut for resizing, renaming, and compressing images, a look at New Year's resolutions, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at an upcoming workshop, a workflow for creating pseudo-user profiles, some interesting links, and more. »

A while back, we surveyed hundreds of people about their biggest obstacles when it comes to creativity. The thing that we kept hearing over and over again was , "I don't know what to do with all these bits and pieces." »

Today (Monday, Nov 29) is the last chance to get access to the entire Sweet Setup course library at our Black Friday promotion. Course Library by the numbers: 9 In-Depth Courses (See full list here) 175+ Lessons (Screencast walkthroughs, workflow training, and advanced coaching) 50+ Bonus Interviews, Setup Examples, and Articles 23 PDF Templates for […] »

In 2020, when quarantine hit, I bought myself a row machine. And when I do my workouts, I like to learn new things by watching videos. »

Right now you can get the entire TSS course library, bundled together, with a generous discount. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a great deal on all of our courses, a photo essay centered around the new MacBook Pro, and more. »

For Black Friday at The Sweet Setup, we are bundling together our entire course library and offering it at a massive discount. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including apps and gear for the holidays, creativity freewheel, and more. »

Quick heads up: Today — Tuesday, 10 November — at 2pm CST I am hosting our November TSS webinar. I’ll be talking about how to plan your year. If you want to tune in live (or get the automatic replay link) then RSVP here. Hope to see you there! RSVP NOW »

A goal setting webinar to help you find the sweet spot of how you're spending your time and making sure that aligns with your values. Plus a bunch of stuff on goals and systems and showing up every day. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a quick tip on using Shortcuts to send emails to a specific person with minimal effort, some details on an upcoming webinar on planning your year. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at Josh's Ulysses writing workflow, setting up Obsidian as a full-blown writing app, installing fonts to iOS, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this month, including a review of the iPhone 13 Pro camera system, a look at how the new iPad mini fits in to Mike's workflow a month in, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some great links from our friends on the new MacBooks, some great apps we've been enjoying, a recap of the most recent webinar, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at how to run shortcuts from your menu bar, and more. »

Later today (Tuesday, Oct 12) we are hosting our October Workshop for getting your Creativity Flywheel set up and running. The workshop will be hosted live, today at 2pm Eastern (with a full replay available to everyone who registers). We’ll show you how to organize your ideas, turn them into something meaningful, and ultimately do […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at Josh Ginter's work setup, using Todoist with Things, and more. »

Let's make it easier for you to do (and ship) your best creative work. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at collaboration methods in Craft, using Drafts to quickly capture things for Obsidian, and some interesting links. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some thoughts on iOS and iPadOS 15 app updates, an introduction to using filters in Todoist, Daily Notes in Craft, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, as well as links from all over the web about the new iPhones, iPads, and Apple Watch that Apple announced earlier this week. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at how links work in Craft, helping raise funds for St. Jude, and more. »

This isn’t the kind of thing you’d normally find on The Sweet Setup, but we ask that you please take a moment to read this brief post about a cause we wholeheartedly believe in. September is National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and once again The Sweet Setup is happy to promote the Relay FM partnership […] »

Don't be like me and spend years of your life doing productivity-whack-a-mole while you try to get this stuff figured out. I have condensed and cultivated everything I know about focus, time management, productivity, and work-life balance into this new, 4-week cohort: Focus Course Academy. »

David Sparks is the well-known co-host of both Mac Power Users and the Focused podcasts. He also writes a lot about workflows and productivity for folks who use Apple products. As a long-time friend and alumni member of The Focus Course, and was also recently one of our pilot members for the new Focus Academy. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some tips on time blocking, using Shortcuts with Timery, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some thoughts on running Microsoft Office programs in Parallels instead of the native macOS versions, using Obsidian for timeblocking your day, and lots of great links. »

Alfred recently got an update to version 4.5. This update is a pretty big one, adding a Powerpack feature called Universal Actions which allows you to take text, URLs, or files and perform actions on them directly using a dedicated Alfred Universal Action hotkey. »

Catch up on what we published this week, as well as a look at the newest photo sharing service, Things 3 updates, Obsidian, and more. »

It’s been awhile since our pick for the best productivity app for iPhone, iPad, and Mac received a notable update. Over the past year or more, Things 3 has slowly evolved under-the-hood, becoming one of the most stable and reliable apps available on the App Store. But Things 3.14, though a small update in relation […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including the new To Obsidian and Beyond course, some FAQs around the course, Obsidian, and PKM systems, and more. »

Come watch the live stream as Shawn migrates from Ulysses to Obsidian. »

We can imagine you may be on the fence about Obsidian and about the new course. There are a LOT of apps out there fore note taking, researching, writing, etc. Will this course be helpful to you? Is Obsidian the right app for you? »

We don't think you should be held back from the benefits of an app like this simply because you're not sure how to set it up or use it. Here is a full list of all the modules and lessons inside the new Obsidian course. »

The all-new master-course for Obsidian users (new and old alike). Finally organize your notes and ideas to make creative output easy. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an exciting announcement about our latest upcoming course, some tips for using Obsidian, and some awesome links. »

Notion can be a pain in the butt. It can also be the greatest thing ever. Here is how we are using Notion to build and ship our upcoming Obsidian course. »

Here is an exciting housekeeping note for all those who’ve been following along with us the past few months related to all things Obsidian… Next Tuesday, August 3, our brand-new, in-depth Obsidian course will finally be available… To Obsidian and Beyond This brand-new Obsidian course is for those who believe that the curation and organization […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at the new Big Widgets in iPadOS 15, kanban in Obsidian, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a workflow on how to connect and transclude notes in Obsidian, a detailed look at how Quick Notes work in today's betas of iPadOS 15 and macOS Monterey, plus some extra goodies. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a workflow for splitting notes apart in Obsidian, automating custom document creation with Drafts, and lots of great links. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a review of the Planck keyboard, some tips on customizing keyboard hotkeys in Obsidian, some interesting links, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an in-depth comparison between Craft and NotePlan 3, a workflow for visualizing data in Obsidian, a reader's setup interview, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a lot of great information about using Obsidian, some interesting links, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, as well as some of our favorite WWDC coverage from the week. »

Guess what? It’s mid-week for WWDC 2021. It’s new beta time for iOS and MacOS. And we promise ourselves every year we won’t make the download and risk losing our precious digital lives to the ether. (So far, nobody on The Sweet Setup team has downloaded the betas just yet (except for Rose) and so […] »

If you had any inclination to think Apple’s pace of product development was slowing down during the global pandemic, today’s 2021 WWDC keynote event should knock you back into reality. At 1.75 hours, this was one of Apple’s longer pandemic-keynotes, but in the end we were left with a dizzying array of features destined for […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a workflow for automatically adding Kindle book highlights to Obsidian, a look at Timery on the Mac, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a roundup of voice memo apps, using DEVONThink for managing and annotating PDFs on your iPad, and more. »

Ever feel like the notes and ideas you capture are going in one ear and out the other? If so, you’re not alone. Recently we have been getting a slew of emails from readers recently regarding better note taking, writing, and idea management (and the apps that put idea management on steroids). One person shared […] »

Last call to register for this month's live TSS workshop about productivity apps and workflows, hosted by Shawn Blanc. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some times on using callback URLs in Obsidian, combating burnout, and several interesting links we enjoyed. »

You know that feeling when you're not sure if the apps you are using are the best ones for you? Join us for our next, monthly TSS workshop to go deep into the weeds of productivity apps and workflows. »

Catch up on what we published this week, along with some great links from our friends around the web. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a new quiz for finding the right task manager for your needs, a nerdy how-to for appending text to Daily Notes in Obsidian using Drafts on iOS, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a review of Twelve South's latest iteration of the HoverBar, a look at how Mike uses Obsidian and daily questions for journaling, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some tips on time management, some interesting links, and more. »

To be candid, you can’t actually manage your time. You can only spend it. How then would you spend an extra 25 hours in your week? That’s basically an extra 3.5 hours added on to each day. Or one whole extra day each week! Seem impossible? Let’s break down an average week to see where […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including our brand new simple time management course, a quick review of the Timeular time tracker, and more. »

Remove the mess and stress from organizing your schedule, and get back hours of your life each week. In our brand new course we'll help you win the game of time management. »

Tomorrow… Tuesday, 06 April… at 1pm Central Time… We are hosting a free webinar to help you beat procrastination and buy back your time using the practice of time budgeting. Time budgeting is the practice of giving every hour a job, then measuring how well you were able to stick to your plan. In this […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a great workflow on using Shortcuts and app launchers to automagically track your time, an update to our review of the best time tracking app, an upcoming webinar, and more. »

Have you ever had that feeling where you are completely stressed out because you have so much to do, but you don't even know where to begin? You feel anxiety about falling behind, but you lack clarity on what the best thing to do right now really is? »

Catch up on what we published this week and last, and see which apps and tools we've been most thankful for while working from home. »

Join yours truly today for a live productivity workshop that will be all about how to better manage your tasks and your time! Because YOLO. Live-Online Productivity Workshop: March 18 @ 2pm EST with Shawn Blanc WHEN: Today! Thursday, 18 March at 2pm EDT WHERE: Live-online via Zoom (you’ll get the link once you’ve registered) […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at how TickTick is a great option for timeblocking your day, the difference between habits and tasks, and more. »

The Productivity workshop will show you how to improve your entire approach to task and time management. We will walk you through what we call the 4-Part Productivity Flywheel. There will be a combination of live training, Q&A discussion, and hands-on workflow templates. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a post about increasing focus by reducing inputs, a reader's setup, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some great music suggestions, some times on using Apple Mail in a more focused way, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some tips on using MindNode, Mike's Idea System update, and more. »

We are hosting a free webinar to help you beat writer's block, make sure nothing falls through the cracks, and take action on those half-baked ideas that you've been procrastinating on by using our four-part idea system. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a primer on PKM systems, a look at how Josh Ginter uses his Traveler's Notebook, and more. »

Ideas are powerful things. One good idea has the ability change your world, but as long as those ideas never leave your head, nothing changes. »

Catch up on what we published this week and last, including an interesting workflow for capturing ideas, using the iPad for education, an update to Streaks, and more. »

Tomorrow… Thursday, 28 January… at 2pm CST We are hosting a free webinar to help you save time and automate progress in every area of your life using habits and routines. Why habits? Because habits are the key to being PROACTIVE and taking action toward your goals instead of being REACTIVE and responding to things […] »

When it comes to our daily routines, we have only two options: We can be REACTIVE and deal with things as they happen. We can be PROACTIVE and take action. In other words, we can either be a thermostat or a thermometer. You see, a thermometer simply tells you the current temperature of something. It […] »

Catch up on what we published this week and last, including some advice on tracking your habits, an update to our habit tracking app, a reader's setup, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at how time blocking can increase your efficiency, using two monitors with an M1 Mac Mini, and more. »

Editor’s Note: The LG 4k monitors used for this article are model number 22MD4KA. Some readers have reported that the newer model (24MD4KB) does not work with the mentioned adapter because it requires Thunderbolt 3 instead of USB-C. The Siig adapter mentioned here will ONLY work with a USB-C monitor. I’ve always been a laptop […] »

2020 was a doozy. From quarantines, to shutdowns, to virtual school/work/everything – 2020 has caused a lot of changes. Many of the goals we had at the beginning of the year never materialized. Which reminds me of this quote by boxer Mike Tyson: Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth. The […] »

We've updated our review of the best journaling app for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some ideas on shortcuts, using GoodNotes for learning music, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a clever shortcut for using Twitter without seeing your timeline, a nerdy look at Mike's iOS 14 widgets layout, and more. »

On Friday I shared with you my simple framework for keeping things on track. Lifestyle habits Daily Routine Process for focus Thanks to my habits, routines, and process I was able to survive an extremely difficult 8-weeks where we thought my wife might have Stage IV cancer. And, more than that, these things make up […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including our upcoming webinar on getting it all done, using Roam Research to time block your day, and more. »

Sometimes in life you get to choose which area of life you'd like to focus on. And other times, life chooses for you. »

Find out our simple, 3-part structure for combining habits, routines, and templates to your advantage. We'll show you how the pieces fit together and how they can save you time and allow you the breathing room you need in order to give more attention to the most important areas of your life in this season. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some thoughts on Spatial Audio, some great discounts on our entire course library, and more. »

Right now you can get ALL of our courses, bundled together, for only $197. The total value of the bundle is $536, which makes this is a discount of 63%. BUY NOW $536  $197 This Complete Training Bundle is your chance to get instant access to every one of our training courses, for the price of […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some news on Apple's new line of M1 Macs, our new Focus Course Digital Planner, productivity tips, and more. »

Get clear on what you value and where you're going. Use systems to help you stay on track. Optimize and refine. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a Plan Your Year workshop announcement, a look at using Roam Research as a GTD-style system, and more. »

It feels like 2020 deposited a cloud of fog inside my brain. For one, there is all the crud and trauma that we have all had to deal with in 2020 so far, we’re not even through November yet. And, like many of you, I’ve had my fair share of additional challenges to work through […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at the new iPhone 12 Pro, some advice on creating a writing habit, and more. »

The last major update to our review of the best GTD app for Mac, iPhone, and iPad came in 2017, when Things 3 was still quite new and when many of the best GTD apps were in the midst of redesigns and major changes. Here we are, at the end of 2020, and though everything […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a perspective on using Things 3 for writing, an upcoming Ulysses webinar, and more. »

At our next TSS webinar come to discover examples for better organization, faster idea capture, and even how to use Ulysses for improving your productivity. RSVP to get your link. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a roundup of great app subscriptions, an overview of Apple's Hi, Speed event, and more. »

Today's iPhone 12 lineup announcements are a much more significant jump forward than I ever expected. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a few answers to common questions about our Calm Inbox course, a detailed look at the latest version of Things on iOS, and more. »

One of the questions that has come up during launch week has been around how the Calm Inbox approach can also help with the other inboxes in your life, so we put together a short list of answers to your most common questions. »

Catch up on what we published this week, especially our all-new Calm Inbox course. Take control of your email inbox so that you can spend more time on what's important to you. »

Learn a few tips for how to create a more calm email inbox. Join us on Thursday, October 1 as we host a free webinar for The Sweet Setup community. This webinar is for you… If you want less email and more focus If you feel as if Inbox Zero is impossible. If you struggle […] »

Over 50 video lessons, all on demand, and all ready to go for you. »

All the details about the Calm Inbox course launch. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including our new email course, a look at iOS 14's Universal Search feature, and more. »

When we asked thousands of our readers about email, they said that their biggest frustration was about just how overwhelming email feels. We got feedback from folks, saying things like: “Inbox Zero feels impossible” “I don’t how to prioritize emails that truly need my attention” “I am frustrated at trying to stay on top of […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including our own summary of Apple's 2020 September Event, summaries from several of our friends, and more. »

We've created a nifty quiz to help you determine which email app is best for you. »

On September 15, 2020, Apple introduced the Apple Watch Series 6, new iPads, and few great new services that we are very excited about. Here's our overview. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at our upcoming course on dealing with a busy inbox, National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and more. »

This isn't the kind of thing you'd normally find on The Sweet Setup, but we ask that you please take a moment to read this brief post about a cause we wholeheartedly believe in. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at how our Notion workflow is working so far as an editorial calendar, a look at a great app for launching all the various web conferences you have to join throughout the day, and more. »

We recently switched from Basecamp to Notion for managing our content calendar. After two weeks, here are some of our initial thoughts and experiences. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at a creative Instagram app for building beautiful stories, a look at using an iPhone under water, and more. »

For the next three days, we’re offering two different packs for sale: An Ideas Pack and a Focus Pack. Each pack includes two courses for the price of one. »

Earlier this week we moved all of the planning and collaboration of our editorial calendar over to Notion. Here's why. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at how Josh Ginter uses Roam Research as a lightweight customer relationship manager, some great pixel artwork, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week and last, including a look at the latest Everyday Messenger from Peak Design, how the Apple Watch battery life can ruin an activity streak, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at how Josh Ginter uses Roam Research for his own studies, a new version of Day One, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a review of the new Due app for Mac, a thorough look at Roam Research, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some workflows on using Shortcuts and Automations to streamline your writing workflow, a sweet iPad-only setup, and more. »

If you’d like to get the updated version of Learn Ulysses then this is your last chance to get it at the best price. If you snag it now then you can still get access at the discounted launch price of just $79. But after today (Monday, July 20) the price will be going up […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an update to our Learn Ulysses course, and much more. »

The big update to our writing course, Learn Ulysses, is now live. »

We’ll be giving ideas for how you can wrangle the clutter and messiness of your unorganized ideas, notes, and articles, and we'll also be sharing some tips for how you can be more focused and productive during your writing time. »

This coming Wednesday, July 15, we are hosting our next TSS Webinar. This one is all about being a more productive and focused writer. The are a handful of common challenges that face just about anyone who does any sort of writing or note taking. But the good news is that they are surprisingly easy […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including using NotePlan as a digital Bullet Journal, some great links, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at Shawn's minimal iPhone screen, our thoughts on HEY email, and more. »

We’ve begun work on an update to Learn Ulysses. This is one of our most popular courses, and it’s definitely my favorite here on TSS. I personally use Ulysses for so much, and I spend hours a day with it. So it’s a topic that I can very easily get nerdy about. »

Last week, Apple announced a ton of stuff during their Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC). And even though they used a slide at the beginning that showed the major platforms (iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, tvOS, and macOS), many of the announcements felt app-specific instead of platform-specific. For example, new features in Maps (i.e. cycling directions) are available everywhere. I lost count of the number of times I heard some version of the statement "this is also available on the (fill in the platform blank)." As a causal observer (I'm not a developer), it seems like there's a lot of focus on features being brought first into the Apple ecosystem, then extended to all the available platforms. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a live reaction webinar with Shawn, Mike, Rosemary, and Josh, some thoughts on the announcements from WWDC 2020, and more. »

For the first time, Apple’s Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) will be completely virtual. Like other years though, the conference kicks off with the much-anticipated keynote presentation on the first day of the conference. Traditionally, the keynote offers a look at some of the new products that will be coming in the near future and gives […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an update to our review of the best Bible app for iOS, a reader's setup, and more. »

Next week is WWDC 2020, and it’s fixing to be a doozy. Will Apple be announcing new iMacs? What updates will there be to iPadOS now that it’s been a full year? What one more thing might there be? Apple’s main keynote presentation will be broadcast live at 10am Pacific / 1pm Eastern. And, about […] »

We just updated our app pick for the best Bible app on iOS. While the overall winner is still the Bible App by YouVersion, we took a deep look at the new features and some of the new contenders that have popped up in the last couple of years. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at being productive without relying on computers for everything, a look at a Roam Research, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an interview with Mike Schmitz about routines, using different Apple Watch faces throughout your day, and more. »

I’ve been a “habit nerd” for nearly 20 years. Routines have helped tremendously with my desire to keep areas of my life on track over the years. A few examples include things such as creating every day, a weekly date-night with my wife, an automatic saving and investing, consistent workouts. These certainly ebb and flow […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a reader's YouTube production setup (with only an iPad!), a collection of iPad apps that feature fantastic trackpad support, and more. »

This coming Thursday, May 21 we are hosting our next TSS Webinar. This week is all about Productive Habits. And we’ll be sharing three ways that small routines can save you time and help create success in every area of your life. There will also be time for Live Q&A to talk about any questions […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an update to our review of the best photo editor for iPad, updates to Darkroom, and more. »

This may amount to being one of our smaller updates on record, but we wanted to give credit where credit is due. Since we published our review of the best photo editor for iPad, each of our favorite apps have received some substantial updates worthy of being included in the review. Some of these new […] »

This week my friend Matt Ragland and I are hosting a webinar to talk about building a journaling habit. As I shared about in my story this morning, this is something that I have personally doubled down on over the past 60 days of life under quarantine, and it has helped me tremendously to deal […] »

If you are someone who is interested in photography… This week we are hosting a photography webinar to talk about shooting, editing, and workflows. Basically, it’s the in-house TSS photography team sharing some ways that you can improve your photography using the gear you already have. Marius Masalar will be giving some practical tips for […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some tips on keeping your phone from taking too much of your time, a look at the new Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some great tips on using Lightroom CC to import and export photos with your iPad, some app updates, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at our isolation workspaces, a look at planning your day on paper, some great MindNode updates, and more. »

We are excited to announce a brand-new timeblocking course, created just for the TSS community. Discover a simple and effective way to manage your tasks and your time. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some great insights on managing schoolwork and time when schooling at home, a look at AnyDesk, and more. »

This season of life is getting nuts. It seems that by now, there should have been plenty of time for everyone to “figure out” working from home and homeschooling and never leaving your house… But has anyone really figured it out yet? I mean, come on. It’s bonkers. The truth is, you’re not exactly working […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a lot of great resources on working from home, a round-up of great 2020 iPad Pro reviews, and much more. »

It’s been awhile since Apple released an iOS software update that received this much praise in such a short period of time. If you didn’t know any better, you’d think Apple had released a brand new version of iOS/iPadOS — one years in the making and sure to revolutionize the way everyone uses their devices. »

Today, TunnelBear becomes our pick for the best VPN solution for iOS and macOS. TunnelBear offers great speed (not the fastest, but certainly not the slowest), a free 500MB data tier, a reasonable pricing structure, a great connection and setup process, and an overall great experience. »

Catch up on what we published this week and last, including a Mindfulness Monday interview with our Executive Editor, Mike Schmitz, some great automation tips for Drafts and MindNode, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some additional links we think are interesting. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at using Notion to replace Evernote, a look at a minimal text editor scratchpad, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at a new menu bar app for toggling settings, a rundown of the latest version of Darkroom, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a new review on the best calendar apps for iPad, a look at a new app for monitoring and cleaning your Mac, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this past week, as well as a couple of interesting posts and announcements that some of our friends made this week. »

Today, we are finally opening the doors on our brand-new course for idea development. The course — Mastering Mind Maps — is all about how to manage and develop your ideas. And it is fantastic. Get Instant Access Based Your Feedback and Input Many of you may remember last year when we asked about the […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a suggestion on making time in your schedule for thinking, a tip on customizing your Apple Watch message replies, using mind mapping to sharpen your "mental saw," and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including all new reviews of the best calendar apps for Mac, iPhone, and Apple Watch, some tips on automating your calendar, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some great information on using MindNode for being creative, how Microsoft To Do stacks up against other GTD apps, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a peek at our upcoming course on mind mapping, an invitation to join us on a 30-day digital declutter, a look at the AirPods Pro three months later, and more. »

A while back we posted a survey about capturing, developing, and organizing ideas using mind mapping. Since then we’ve been hard at work on a new course designed to help you capture inspiration when it strikes, and also to help you create a system for developing those ideas so you can be more creative and […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a video interview with James Clear, author of Atomic Habits, essential apps for musicians, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including lists of great apps for your new iPhone, iPad, and Mac, as well as some great tips on improving your Alfred skills and efficiency. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at the latest update to Things, a new book on using Shortcuts, taking great holiday photos, and more. »

There is a new Take Control book available today on Shortcuts, and it’s written by our own Rosemary Orchard! If you’re looking to take your iOS automation game to the next level, Rosemary is definitely qualified to help you. She’s written several automation posts here at The Sweet Setup on automation, like how to start […] »

The Things team may be one of the hallmark reasons for a wide swath of iPad-focused keyboard features over the last year to year-and-a-half. Ever since that huge Things 3.6 update back in late May 2018, the team at Cultured Code has always put iPad keyboard support at the top of the feature list. One […] »

Catch up on what we published this week and last, including a review of the new 16-inch MacBook Pro, our own TSS Awards for the best hardware and apps from 2019, and much more. »

When it comes to getting your work done, there are few things more frustrating than having too much to do, and not enough time to do it. But… When you are clear and you have the time you need… it is liberating. That’s a huge part of my own “system” for managing tasks and time. […] »

The 2020 Focus Course Digital Planner is an interactive, digital planner meant to be used on a daily basis. And it is available now! Get Your Planner » The system in the planner is based on the proven ideas from our sister site’s flagship productivity course, The Focus Course. All you need to do is […] »

Just a friendly reminder that our Complete Training Bundle is about to go away. If you are wanting to get instant access to every single one of our courses, and take advantage of our Black Friday / Cyber Monday bundle, then this is your last chance. The promotional discount ends today: Monday, December 2 at […] »

Are you thinking of evaluating your task management system for the New Year? Here are a few quick tips for staying productive and focused. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a guide to taking great holiday photos, staying intentional with your technology, and more. »

Right now you can get ALL of our courses, bundled together, for only $99. The total value of the bundle is $270, which makde this is a discount of 63%. BUY NOW $270  $99 This Complete Training Bundle is your chance to get instant access to every one of our training courses, for the price of […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a Mindfulness Monday interview, an exciting update to the Spark iOS email app, and more. »

Next week, for Black Friday, The Sweet Setup is putting together a massive deal. Later I’ll share a bit more of the “why”. But for now I’m just going to share the “what”. (We’ve never done a Black Friday deal before, so I wanted to give you a heads up.) In short, we are bundling […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look back at the Apple stock app experiment, news about the latest MacBook Pro model, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a mindful look at how we sleep and wake up, an automation post on using Workspaces in Drafts for iOS, and more. »

Update: Thanks to everyone who joined us live. It was a blast. We had around 400 folks join us live for the call. We went through quite a bit of tips and tricks and also answered a whole bunch of questions around GoodNotes, iOS Shortcuts, productivity workflows, and more. During the webinar I got this […] »

Catch up on what we published this week and last, including an update to our favorite habit tracking app review, a look at the latest version of iA Writer, a tip on using Siri, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a workflow on using Prizmo Go for storing research, a look at using Scrivener or Ulysses during NaNoWriMo, and more. »

When it comes to creating new habits and keeping track of your progress, there's no other app that makes this a simple and delightful task. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a reader's MacBook Pro setup, some tips on taking really tall portrait photos with your iPhone, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at how Microsoft PowerPoint performs on the iPad, a big update to GoodNotes, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a detailed look at the new iPhone 11 Pro, a novel app for using your phone less, an update to Postbox, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, along with some great reviews on iOS and iPadOS 13 and the new iPhone 11 Pro cameras. »

David Sparks just released a major update of his already phenomenal Shortcuts Field Guide. »

It's only been a couple of years, but (thankfully) internet security has come a long way since we published our pick for the best password manager. While 1Password is still our favorite because it gives you a great design, powerful security features, and the ability to store just about anything private inside it, there are a lot of other options available for keeping your passwords safe. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a mindfulness post on changing your defaults, using new gestures in iPadOS, and more. »

This isn’t the kind of thing you’d normally find on The Sweet Setup, but please take a moment to read this brief post about a cause we wholeheartedly believe in. Parents: I want you to think back to when your child was born. Remember the joy you felt the first time you help them in […] »

Apple has made health a commitment over the last few years. In the latest iOS and watchOS there are a whole host of features which you can use to keep on top of your health, including several things new in watchOS 6 and iOS 13. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at alternative window managers for macOS, some great tips on using TextExpander like a pro, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a mindfulness post on using your browser intentionally, some great news regarding our new GoodNotes course, and more. »

As you may know, earlier this week we released our brand-new course that is all about GoodNotes. And the launch-week discount is ending later tonight, btw. The response to the new course has been amazing. A huge thanks to all of our readers who signed up for the course. I’ve been hearing from folks who […] »

Our brand-new course for GoodNotes is here. Featuring screencast tutorials as well as custom productivity templates. »

Just a quick heads-up that this coming Tuesday, August 27, we’ll be launching our brand-new course for GoodNotes.
 This course has everything you need to take your iPad usage to the next level. From screencasts for GoodNotes to our own library of templates. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a new version of Ulysses, some automation tips for Mail.app on macOS, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a tip on setting up a distraction-free iPhone, big updates to apps like Keyboard Maestro, Darkroom, and PDF Expert, and more. »

Whether you’re looking for a way to track your personal income statement or a way to value your personal net worth, our updated review will have you covered. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some tips on getting started with URL schemes, a tip on getting directions on your Apple Watch, and a look at a new journaling app. »

We've been listening to (and making) podcasts for a long time, and there have never been so many incredible options available to podcast listeners as there are currently today — no matter your interests — which means there are a ton of great tech podcasts out there for Apple enthusiasts like us. »

With version 4.12, CARROT Weather introduces a bunch of great iPad enhancements, bringing the iPad app back to par with its iPhone and Apple Watch brethren. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a new course on our sister site, The Focus Course, a look at the top note-taking apps available for iPad today, and more. »

Over on our sister site, we’ve been hard at work building a new training: The Margin Course. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a tip on using Keyboard Maestro to automate your workday, a tip on using your iPhone to control your Apple TV, a big update to Day One, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an update to our review of our favorite iOS podcast app, a look at a new iPad-focused Twitter client, a tip on using text replacement in iOS, and more. »

For years now, Bose’s QuietComfort 35 IIs have been the industry standard when it comes to noise-cancelling headphones. Back in May, they surprise announced that they’d be releasing something a little different that could potentially unseat their own flagship product: the Noise-Cancelling Headphones 700. As Marques “MKBHD” Brownlee puts it in his excellent YouTube review, […] »

We love the new innovations Overcast has pioneered like the Clip Sharing feature that allows you to create and share your favorite moments from your podcast episodes, and Castro has also made several large advances, making the decision even more difficult. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an in-depth look at using a mouse with iPadOS, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, some tips on keeping your Mac desktop clean with Hazel, and more. »

If there’s one way to really bend the Mac to your will, it’s by using a keyboard launcher app. Apps like Alfred, LaunchBar, and the built-in Spotlight make opening apps faster, make finding and opening files a breeze, and make short work of tedious tasks with automations. We’ve long held that Alfred is the best […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an in-depth look at the new iPadOS, the newest Shortcuts app, Brydge keyboards for iPad Pro, and more. »

iPadOS isn't ready for prime-time at this point, but it’s already safe to say that September will usher in a new age for the iPad. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including several great tips on using Day One to accompany our updated course, a look at a new agenda app, a look at the myths of margin, and more. »

There are only a few hours left to save 20% on our updated course, Day One in Depth. »

The latest version of Day One includes an Instgram importer feature that automates the process of adding your Instagram posts to Day One. »

We just updated our Day One in Depth course to cover all the latest features of Day One for your Mac, iPhone, and iPad. We’ve also included a bunch of additional articles that are full of ideas, tips, workflows, and tutorials for how best to use Day One to suit your own needs. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a workflow on using Gladys, some great apps and gear for summer, and more. »

We've put together a list full of apps and gear (plus a bonus mention!) to help make your summer the best it can be. »

Twitterific 6 includes several enhancements to provide an outstanding Twitter experience on iOS that makes it a serious contender for taking the crown of the best Twitter client on iOS. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a close look at using Microsoft Word on an iPad, a reader's Mac, iOS, and Watch setup, a tip on using Wallet, and more. »

GoodNotes 5 introduced a bevy of new features, an updated UI, and a clean user experience that offers a lot of power and customizable options to best fit your workflows. »

This week, Apple unveiled a bunch of new features alongside their major operating system updates at WWDC. The keynote this year was jam-packed, and many major software updates only got a few moments of stage time. With so many things to cover, there were a couple that kind of flew under the radar that we […] »

Apple always knocks it out of the park with under-the-radar photo features, and it appears that the iOS 13 Photos and Camera apps are no exception. »

Apple made a ton of announcements at their keynote presentation during WWDC earlier today in San Jose, and here are a few things we're really excited about. »

Today is one of the biggest days of the year for Apple — new versions of iOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and potentially even Apple hardware are all set to receive the spotlight. The WWDC keynote is one of the best of the year, so we recommend finding a great group of people, the best coffee, […] »

As I type this, I’m en route to WWDC 2019. Here’s a look at the bag I’m bringing and the gear inside. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a great tutorial on using the Complete Calendar method to plan your week, big updates to Ulysses and 1Password, a tip on using your AirPods, and more. »

At first glance, it may not look like there’s a lot new here, but it’s a pretty substantial update that makes Alfred more powerful than ever. »

With the bevy of RSS app updates over the last few months, it was high time we gave our review of the best RSS app for the iPhone and iPad some polish. Over the last few months, we’ve seen some major updates to all the main competitors in this category: Unread has constantly been refined, […] »

1Password 7.3 for Mac introduces a completely updated 1Password mini tool, along with over 150 new features, fixes, and updates. »

Version 16 of Ulysses introduces some great new features for iPad users, plus several other goodies to note and try out. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a list of apps and services we're trying this week, some great workflows on DEVONthink and Keep It, and more. »

Keyboard Maestro is one of the most powerful and awesome apps available for the Mac. One thing you can use Keyboard Maestro for is to apply global keyboard shortcuts that can then be used to trigger just about any sort of macro, action, or script that you want. For example, I have a hotkey set […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a comparison of GoodNotes and Notability, a tip for adding custom paper types to GoodNotes 5, and more. »

Our new review of the best RSS app for the Mac spans the new Reeder 4 update. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a review of the best email app for iPads, some great iPad keyboard shortcuts, a tip on using custom actions in Airmail for macOS, and more. »

With the latest update to Overcast, you can quickly create video clips for sharing on social networks, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a tip on using screenshot annotation tools, an update to our Mindnode review, a new version of Moment Pro Camera, and more. »

The latest update to Moment Pro Camera introduces a couple of new features that aim to improve your focus and exposure game. »

With version 6, MindNode debuts a slew of new features and improvements for your mind mapping needs. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at the latest TwelveSouth desk accessory, a roundup of fitness apps, and more. »

Just a few years ago, we could have written a review of the best GTD apps for Mac, iPhone, and iPad and updated the review once or twice a year. But thanks to the jump-started development schedules for apps like Things 3 and OmniFocus, we’ve found a need to update this review more than a […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a review of Twelve South's iconic MacBook stand, some great tips on using Drafts, customizing your Mac's time settings, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week and last, including a tip for using Hot Corners, an update to our review of the best app for using your iPad as an external display, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a detailed review of the newest iteration of Apple News, a tip on customizing your Mac lock screen, and more. »

For the most part, Apple News has been limited to users in the US and UK, but that changed last week. Josh shares his thoughts on the News platform as well as the new updates. »

No matter your need for an external display, be it to extend your Mac’s display on the go, to act as an extra display on your desktop, or to act as a display for your headless Mac, Air Display and the Luna Display dongle will have you covered. »

The renowned Flexibits natural language parser is now available in Cardhop for iOS, making finding, editing, and creating new contacts a breeze. »

While Ulysses is a great place to do your writing, it’s not necessarily great for managing your writing tasks. For that, we recommend a dedicated task manager. Here's how to combine Things 3 and Ulysses to manage your writing tasks. »

The more you use Ulysses, the better it gets. And because all your documents are plain text, Ulysses is wildly fast at searching and filtering through everything. It does’t get “database bloat.” Here are eight of our favorite superpowers of Ulysses: 1. Keywords Ulysses calls them keywords, but they’re the same thing as tags. You […] »

Today you can get our all-new video course, Learn Ulysses, and take your notes, ideas, and writing from scattered to structured. »

Darkroom continues to build out its iOS-specific features and continues to be the best app for replacing Photos on your iPhone and iPad. »

Are all the details about our brand-new Learn Ulysses course. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a detailed workflow on automating Ulysses in iOS, a review of the new HyperDrive USB-C hub for iPad Pro, and more. »

The all new USB-C hub from HyperDrive features several extra ports that extend the usability and connectivity of your new 2018 iPad Pro. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a big update to our review of Ulysses, some great links, and more. »

Ulysses 15 was released yesterday, and we've updated our review to include all the new features and updates. »

Ulysses received a large update today, and it brings along plenty of exciting new features to enhance your writing and research workflows. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an update to our Day One review, some great apps we're trying, and more. »

With the recent update to Day One for macOS, we've updated our review for Day One to keep up with the features and competition. »

Catch up on what published this week, including a tip on using your iPhone to measure distance, a reader's Mac and iPhone setup, and more. »

A felt desk mat is sure to spruce up any setup, and Josh reviews the large felt mat from Grovemade to see how it stacks up. »

From a fresh design, to a new toolbar, improvement range management, and new pop out entries, Day One 3.0 for macOS continues to improve on what we love so much about Day One. »

Catch up on what we published this week and last, including some tips on making the most of your trips to the Apple Store, a roundup of great apps we're trying, and more. »

OmniFocus 3 brings a lot of new aesthetic changes and revamped functionality to the GTD table. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a tip on using systems to accomplish goals, some functionality updates to Obscura, and more. »

iA Writer is still our favorite app in this category, and it has several new features that we're excited about. »

There are a handful of various tactics and systems I use on a regular basis to ensure that the important areas of my life are getting the time and attention I want to give them, and I'll be sharing them with you. »

Obscura received a handy update this past week introducing histogram support, major tweaks to the image metadata viewer, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at a great iOS setup, a tip on using the Today view on macOS, and more. »

We love Bear for its great design, handy share extension, tagging and filtering options, and the fact that the development team behind the app provide continuous updates. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a tip on using Fantastical on your Mac, a review of the Bellroy Work Folio, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a Mac setup, a tip on customizing your Apple Watch Control Center, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a workflow for producing audio from an iPad, a great app for taking handwritten notes with an iPad, some great apps we're trying, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an update to our review of the best habit tracker for iOS, a roundup of our reviews, tips, and tricks for using Ulysses, and more. »

If you're looking to do more writing as we begin 2019, I’d like to humbly suggest that you check out Ulysses. To help you get off to a great start, here are seven links to the best articles, tips, tricks, resources, and other how-tos that we have put together. »

As you jump into the new year, we recommend giving an app like Productive or Habitica a shot to see if they can help you maintain your New Year resolutions. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some great app recommendations for new Macs and iPads, using macOS screen capture tools, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a tip on controlling tabs and windows in macOS, updates to Outlook and Darkroom, and some great apps for your new iPhone and Watch. »

Darkroom 4.0 debuts iPad support, bringing the best photo editor for iPhone to Apple's newest full-screen iPad. »

Outlook for iOS gains a new design and haptic feedback improvements, kicking off a range of upcoming updates to Microsoft's Office productivity suite. »

A roundup of great cases for your iPhone XS and XS Max, some updates to some of our favorite apps, and a tip on using the Today screen. »

Instapaper received a big update this past week, introducing support for the newest iPad Pros, a new true black theme for OLED iPhones, and support for keyboard shortcuts. »

Cultured Code released new versions of Things for iPhone and iPad that bring the macOS dark mode that we love so much. »

A quick look at some great iPhone XS and XS Max cases. »

Day One hit version 3.4 last week, introducing new Hoefler fonts for the typographically-inclined, new drawing capabilities for the iPad Pro’s new Apple Pencil, new dynamic photo layouts, and improvements to the Apple Watch app. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a new pick for the best email client for macOS, a tip on customizing Control Center for iOS, some great apps we're trying, and more. »

It's difficult to find one email app that meets everyone's needs, but we think Spark comes the closest to fitting as many of the wide-ranging email needs as possible. »

Catch up on what we published this week and last, such as some tips on shooting steam, a list of a few of our favorite things from 2018, a great workflow on using Shortcuts to organize photos, and more. »

We put together a list of some of our favorite gadgets, apps, tools, and toys that we've enjoyed using over the last year. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at Josh's photo workflow, a reader's Mac and iPhone setup, a tip on using Siri Shortcuts with MindNode, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a detailed workflow of editing and publishing video with and iPad, some tips on using Apple Configurator 2, and some great link material. »

Shawn Blanc provides initial thoughts and feedback on the new 12.9" iPad Pro as it relates to his personal workflows for writing and photo editing, and he also answers some questions from readers about the switch to the new iPad Pro. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a tip on using 1Password, a review of a great MacBook charging accessory, a gorgeous setup, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an update to our review of the best recipe manager app for iOS and Mac, a review of the new iPhone XS camera, a tip on using CARROT Weather, and more. »

The best recipe app for iOS, Paprika, is more than just a recipe manager. Paprika makes it easy to plan, save, shop for, cook, and organize all your favorite recipes. »

Tweetbot 5 for iOS introduces a new design, icon, and dark mode, as well as auto-playing media and new GIPHY support. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some great automation ideas for Reminders, Siri, and Apple Watch, a tip on getting the most out of Airmail for macOS, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some great workflows for using 1Password with your Apple Watch, a tip on customizing Airmail, and more. »

The latest version of Fantastical debuts iOS 12, Siri Shortcuts, and watchOS 5 support to ensure everything works properly on the latest iPhones and Apple Watches. »

Darkroom 3.7 brings support for the latest iPhones, new hashtag sets, new Siri Shortcuts, new portrait HD features, and much more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a quick look at an app for sharing Live Photos with non-iOS users, an example of using and iPad and Digital Ocean for web development, some great link material, and more. »

Last week, Banktivity hit version 7, bringing it up to date with the latest features for macOS Mojave. »

Just a friendly reminder that today is the last day to get our brand-new Mobile Photography course at its special launch pricing. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a first look at the new Finder and App Store in Mojave, several app updates, and more. »

1Password 7.2 for macOS Mojave is here, and it ushers in a great new Dark Mode, native Safari support, and more. »

With macOS Mojave, the Finder gets an update with several new features that make life easier and more powerful for Mac users. »

This iPhone photography tutorial by Erin Brooks shows how to use adjustable background blur (a.k.a. bokeh) on iPhone. This video is another sneak peek video from our brand-new course on Mobile Photography. In this tutorial, Erin is uses an app called Focos along with Lightroom Mobile. Focos has long provided the same adjustable background blur […] »

Things 3.7 for macOS Mojave introduces a beautiful new dark mode that's delightful to use. »

OmniFocus 3 is available for macOS today, and it features a new look, updated features, and whole lot to love. »

With macOS Mojave, Apple have refreshed the Mac App Store with a new design, easier organization, and additional editorial content to highlight apps. »

The latest iteration of Ulysses includes a macOS Mojave Dark Mode, a new sheet list with a fresh design, and an all new share extension for sending your work across macOS, plus Siri Shortcuts support on iOS. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a new course, lots of app updates for iOS 12, a camera bag review, and more. »

Bear 1.6 is a major point update for the app as a whole, but there are unique features coming to both iOS and macOS that are worthy of their own mention. »

The Everyday Messenger Bag from Peak Design is a great camera bag with a range of hidden tricks up its sleeve. »

Halide 1.9 can now be used on the new iPhone Xs, Xs Max, and Xr, and the new Siri Shortcuts support will be great for shooting when your iPhone is mounted to a tripod. »

Our most ambitious training course yet. Mobile Photography teaches you everything you need to know to transform your photos from average to awesome! »

The latest version of 1Password allows you to use Safari's Password Autofill feature, making it even easier to use 1Password to manage your logins. »

With version 3.1, OmniFocus for iOS brings iOS 12 and Siri Shortcuts support, along with a few other improvements. »

Packed full with Screen Time data features for better tracking of how you use your device, speed improvements for older iPhones dating back to the iPhone 5s generation, grouped notifications, Siri Shortcuts, and more. »

In version 3.7 of Cultured Code’s task management app, Things has added support for deep Shortcuts capabilities alongside the release of Siri Shortcuts with iOS 12, as well as landscape support for the iPhone app. »

Our brand-new course is out, just in time for the new iPhones and iOS 12. Here are all the details and a full list of the table of contents. »

This latest update includes support for iOS 12 and Siri Shortcuts, performance improvements, and more. »

Catch up on the things we published this week, including a look at our upcoming mobile photography course, a look at the new iPhones and Watches that were announced this week, an appreciation of Live Photos, and more. »

After 3.5 years of using an Apple Watch every day, the new Apple Watch Series 4 is, without a doubt, the best Apple Watch yet. »

A screen and a camera. That’s the gist of an iPhone. On the front, you’ve got a screen. And on the back you’ve got a camera lens or two. And today, at Apple’s “Gather Round” event, they announced the new iPhones Xs which, of course, have better screens and better cameras than before. Yes, this […] »

There are quite a bit of exciting things happening over the next week, and in this post we want to try and communicate everything with you. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some great insights on iPhone photography, a reader's setup, a tip on Twitter usage, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a review of the TwelveSouth AirSnap case for AirPods, a look at Shawn Blanc's iPad photography workflow, three apps we're trying, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including several great app updates, a look at ImageOptim for compressing images, and more. »

Dark Sky received a visual refresh this week, along with some great new functionality. »

Today marks the introduction of Day One V3 for iPhone and iPad. As expected, Day One continues to evolve and expand its feature set, enabling you to capture more of those treasured moments. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including some excellent tips on using 1Password, our new course on unlocking 1Password, and more. »

Special launch pricing for our 1Password course is ending tonight. »

The doors to our new course on 1Password are open. There are 14 video tutorials to help you discover all the amazing ways this app can save you time, energy, and keep your data safe. And, as with all our courses, you also get complete transcripts, downloadable HD files, and a 30-day satisfaction guarantee. Get […] »

This Tuesday, August 14, our new course on 1Password will launch. Here are all the details. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a setup interview, a tip on using CARROT Weather notifications, and more. »

Castro version 3.1 was released this week, and it has several new features for subscribers that are worth checking out. »

iA Writer has an exquisite writing and editing environment, it has an extra-customizable keyboard that you can tailor to your writing and editing needs, and it has great exporting options to send your Markdown wherever you need it to go. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a tip on using Apollo for multireddits, using Shortcuts with Apple Music Mixes, and more. »

Yesterday, Apple announced that it would be discontinuing its affiliate program for apps. Here's how it impacts The Sweet Setup: In short, it doesn't. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a look at some of the apps that work with Apple's new Shortcuts app, a tip on using Zones in the Home app, and more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including three apps we are trying out, a review of a smart light switch, and more. »

The best calendar app for the Mac was updated this week with a range of enhancements and improvements to continue its pursuit of perfection. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a new app review, a new time management course, a look at Shortcuts, and more. »

Over on our sister site, we have been hard at work on a huge update to our popular class on time management. And the time has come… The new class is available now. There is a complete table of contents below, but some of the main themes addressed within the class include: How to get […] »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a new version of CARROT Weather, a tip on using Day One, and more. »

The best — and quirkiest, most fun, and most charming — weather app for iPhone and iPad received a big update this week. »

Bear has seen some great feature updates, and Agenda is a new player in the note-taking game, so we've refreshed our review. »

This week, we're trying lire, a Microsoft Surface Ergonomic keyboard with Karabiner for key mapping, and Obscura. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a new pick for the best Reddit client for iOS, a new version of our favorite photo editing app for iPhone, and more. »

Darkroom 3.6 introduces a new feature that allows you to easily add frames to your images, among other updates. »

We updated our pick for the best Reddit client for iOS this week, and Chris has all the details. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including a tip on using Drafts 5, three more apps we're trying, and more. »

Losing your iPad can shine some light on just how much you depend on the device, which is just what happened to me recently. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an updated review of Tweetbot 3 for macOS, a tip on using Things 3 with Zapier, and more. »

Tweetbot continues the success of Tapbot's third-party Twitter client platform with an updated and refined version 3. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including announcements around iOS, macOS, and watchOS, a detailed workflow on using Ulysses for research, a tip on prioritizing your network connections, and more. »

Rounding out a full week of announcements and new features, watchOS 5 has some great features in store for the fall. »

Each of the 3 new hallmark features — Screen Time, Notifications, Do Not Disturb — have multiple things you can do with them. Let’s go through each one to see what is going to be possible, and why it’s so awesome. »

Right on the heels of the iOS 12 announcements, here's a list of the features we're most excited about in macOS 10.14: Mojave. »

Here's a list of our most anticipated features coming in iOS 12 this fall which were announced on Monday at Apple's WWDC Keynote. »

Catch up on what we published this week and last, including new versions of Things, OmniFocus, and Ulysses, our new Day One in Depth video course, and more. »

The latest version of OmniFocus for iOS features a UI refresh, JavaScript automation, task sharing, and more. »

Ulysses 13 focuses on updating a few of these core features to bring more of your writing process into the app, as well as a few improvements for technical writers who need to showcase code blocks in their writing. »

Things 3 has kick-started an entirely new development paradigm from Cultured Code, and we couldn’t be more delighted to see the results of constant improvements and developments. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including our new Day One course, a detailed look at how we use Day One, and more. »

Josh Ginter describes his workflows and uses for Day One, and how that sometimes means that Bear steps in to fill certain gaps. »

We love 1Password, and version 7 for macOS adds even more great features and improvements to the best app for managing your passwords and sensitive information. »

We just opened up registration for our brand-new course, Day One in Depth. »

Castro 3 was released today, and it features a host of new features, a new subscription model, and much more. »

Catch up on what we published this week, including an updated Day One review, some awesome Day One tips leading up to our updated course, a tip on optimizing macOS, and more. »

Tweetbot 3 was released earlier this week, and we've taken a look at the new features and options. »

We updated our review for the best journaling app for Mac, iPhone, and iPad, and it's still Day One. Day One first debuted in 2011 and has been the best journaling app ever since. »

Catch up on the things we published throughout the week, including an update to the best photo editor for macOS, a tip about using Safari Reader Mode, and more. »

No matter your needs, our review should cover which app you need to focus on to make your photo edits. While we pick Adobe Lightroom for most users, you can’t go wrong with Capture One Pro either. »

Catch up on the things we published throughout the week, including an update to the best note-taking app for iOS and Mac, a great tip for using Alfred, and more. »

Alfred is our favorite app launcher utility, but it also has a lightweight text expansion tool built in. »

Overcast 4.2 focuses mostly on privacy features, but also includes some bug fixes. »

Bear 1.5 introduces new Dieci and Ayu themes, a note archive, custom TagCons, special searches, and a range of other great features to our favorite note-taking app for iPhone and iPad. »

Catch up on the things we published throughout the week, including an update to our favorite RSS app for iPhone and iPad, a way to start a journaling habit, a tip on using iCloud Photos, and more. »

Regardless of your level of RSS usage, we have an app recommendation for you. »

Catch up on the things we published throughout the week, including the best text editor for macOS, a new version of Drafts and Things, and a tip on using keyboard shortcuts. »

Cultured Code recently released version 3.5 of their GTD app suite to add some polish and refinements to this incredibly useful tool. »

Drafts 5 introduces a range of new features and scripting functionality designed to process text, boost automations, and speed up workflows on iOS. »

Native Union’s Smart Hub Bridge is a device so good that it might end up not only getting put inside of your carry on, but also taking a permanent position on your night stand. »

Catch up on the things we published throughout the week, including a review of our favorite text editor for macOS, a reader’s setup, a tip on understanding the new HEIF format, and more. »

With version 3.5, Darkroom introduces Depth Editing, integration with Halide, and plenty of other new perks. »

Catch up on the things we published throughout the week, including our Fanstical for iPhone review, the PencilSnap from Twelve South, an update to Scanbot, and more. »

Earlier this week, Scanbot released version 7 to include some great new features. »

Recent updates to Fantastical, some new players in the calendar arena, and more. »

The new version 7 beta of 1Password has several new, exciting features to help you secure your accounts. »

Catch up on the things we published throughout the week, including a review of the new Sonos smart speaker, an update to Day One, and more. »

Day One 2.6 introduces new journal drawer, Apple Watch complication, new search results, and more »

Catch up on the things we published throughout the week, including an update to MindNode, some advice on dealing with email, and more. »

We've updated our review for the best mind mapping solution for Mac, iPhone and iPad, and the best option is still MindNode 5. »

With support for password-protected feeds, 24-hour delete logic, and Smart Resume, our favorite podcast client keeps getting better. »

Catch up on the things we published throughout the week, including an exciting review of Apple's smart speaker. »

Workflow and Things just got a lot more powerful and efficient with the latest version of Workflow. »

A quick question and answer with Team Alto, the makers of one of our favorite iOS games ever created, Alto's Odyssey. »

Halide, one of our favorite manual camera apps for iPhone, continues its charge ahead with a slew of new features in version 1.7. »

The best app for running Windows on a Mac, some tips on using your calendar for task management, a reader’s Mac and iOS setup, and more »

Things 3 automation for iOS, a reader’s Mac and iPhone setup, a big improvement to MindNode, and more. »

The latest release of MindNode, on both iOS and macOS, is all about smarter integration with other apps, particularly Things 3. »

Our pick for the best RSS reader for iPhone and iPad was updated last week, bringing with it new RSS client support, improved iPhone X features, and new Safari Reader options. »

A complete guide on automations and workflows for Things, using Bear with Things, a reader's iPhone X setup, and more. »

Alto's Odyssey is a sequel to Alto's Adventure, one of our favorite iOS games ever. Odyssey brings new locales, new gameplay features, new sights, and new sounds to Alto's world. »

Carrot Weather 4.5 introduces alternate app icons, achievements, and other whimsical improvements »

All the Things productivity course, Josh Ginter's Mac and iOS setup, some advice on doing the work, a tip on using Siri with Things, and more. »

You can enable Siri access in Things so that you can add and view tasks using your voice. »

Discover how to take full advantage of the best task-management app our there, stay more focused, and be more productive every day. »

Tomorrow, Tuesday, Feb 13, our new productivity course, All the Things will be launching. Here are all the details. »

A comparison of the best GTD apps, a reader's setup, some exciting news about our Things course, and more. »

There is a sort of inefficiency that comes with using both digital and analog tools for managing your tasks and your day. And that inefficiency is a feature, not a bug. »

Our brand new course, All the Things, launches on February 13, 2018. »

A new pick for the best productivity and GTD app suite, some ideas for handling your inbox, and more. »

A new pick for the best productivity and GTD app suite, a piece on improving your routine, a reader's setup, and more. »

We've updated our review of the best GTD app for Mac, iPhone, and iPad, and Things 3 comes away the winner thanks to its new design and range of humane GTD features. »

Here are a few things we published this week, including a fantastic and detailed look at photography workflows for the iPad. »

This week, we published a review of the best stand-alone fitness app for Apple Watch, a reader's setup, and more. »

Weather Line, the popular iPhone weather app, was updated recently with iPhone X support and a few tweaks to its Today widget. »

The latest update to Tomates brings a new design and features to the Mac and introduces an all-new iOS app for iOS 11 on iPhone and iPad. »

A review of the Twelve South Curve, apps for new Macs and iOS devices, the concluding post on using Day One as a commonplace book, and more. »

A quick review of the Twelve South Curve laptop stand and how the stand matches up with the ever-popular Rain Design mStand. »

Apps for new iOS devices, setting up new Macs, protecting your family from inappropriate content, and more. »

There's a lot of unsavory content available on the internet, and there are some easy and readily-available ways to ensure your family is protected while using iOS devices. »

If you unboxed a new Mac this year, it's easier than ever to get started on it. »

The Christmas season is a time that many of us unwrap new iPhones, iPads, and iPods. Anytime I get a new device, I always take a look around to see if there are any new apps that can help make my mobile computing life better. »

Apps and services for the holidays, using Day One as a commonplace book, a tip on disabling Activity app notifications, and more. »

The iPhone X review, a new "Mail to Things" feature, a tip on sharing workouts from Apple Watch, and more. »

Last week, Red Sweater Software updated widely-loved MarsEdit to version 4.0. »

Today, the folks at Cultured Code released an update to Things that allows you to send emails to your Inbox. »

The iPhone X review, apps and services for the holidays, a look at the Setapp subscription service, and more. »

Holiday tech tips, apps, and services, an update to MindNode, and more. »

The best mind mapping app for Mac and iOS received a major update this week with the launch of MindNode 5. »

Holiday tech tips for 2017, apps and services we love, and more. »

As is our annual tradition, we like to select a handful of apps and services to help you get through the season with your sanity intact. »

If there is one thing I have learned about focus and time management over the years, it is that how we spend our time and energy is an ever moving target. »

A roundup of iOS 11 augmented reality apps, an iPad setup interview, a few iPhone X tips, and more »

iOS 11 introduced augmented reality support, and we've spent some time trying out the most popular ones. »

In partnership with our sister site, we just opened up registration for The Focus Course, our flagship training on productivity and time management. »

Overcast was updated to version 4.0 last week, bringing support for the iPhone X, some UI tweaks, drag and drop support, and some new advanced settings that enable users to fine-tune how Overcast operates. »

Tomorrow (Tuesday) at 9:00 am EST, the Focus Course will be available. Here are all the details about the course, pricing, and more. »

When you’re over toward the left on the “un-focused” side of things, you don't feel in control — it's stressful. You don't feel like there is any breathing room. And you're so frequently responding to the urgent issues of others, that you lack any clear plan forward. »

An update to the best app for making bootable backups, a tip on using iCloud Drive, some great resources on focus, and more. »

Continuing in our partnership with our sister site, The Focus Course, here is the third and final video in a short series we've been doing on the topic of focus and productivity. »

As we continue this 3-part series, it's in this video that I reveal the “framework”I use to stay focused, organized, and on track with all the various areas of my life. It's what I call the 5 Components of a Focused Life. »

In partnership with our sister site, The Focus Course, we are kicking off a short video series on the topic of focus and productivity. »

Carbon Copy Cloner is easy to use and well designed, making the app great for all users alike. »

1Password received an update last week that brings support for iPhone X, Face ID, Quick Copy, and more. »

An update to our Apple Music review, some tips on productivity, the iPhone X, and more. »

Halide, one of the best RAW manual camera apps for iPhone, was updated this week with a whole host of new features. »

In 2009, I went on an unexpected digital detox. My wife and I had booked a cabin for a week and when we arrived, I discovered there was no wifi or cell service… »

This year I have been experimenting with a completely different work schedule. And it has given me roughly 10x more time off than I used to take while simultaneously getting more accomplished at work. »

This week, we updated the review for the best music streaming service, wrote about Ulysses 12 for iOS, and published some great tips. »

We have a brand-new tool that is our first collaboration between our two sister sites: The Focus Course and The Sweet Setup. It's called The Focus Quiz, and it's a personal productivity assessment. »

Ulysses for iOS received its biggest updates last week with the launch of Ulysses 12. »

Let's discuss five of the most common pitfalls that will limit your results and cause immense friction and roadblocks to your workflows and systems. »

A review of the new iPhone 8 Plus, an update to our Darkroom review, a tip on using app launchers, and more. »

Flexibits, the makers of our favorite calendar app, Fantastical, launched Cardhop today, a brand new app designed to manage and interact with your contacts in a whole new way. »

An update to the best cloud photo management solution, some thoughts on modern productivity, a reader's setup, and more. »

The Iconfactory relaunched their popular Twitterrific client for macOS this week. »

A replay of this week's Productivity and Focus Workshop, Stephen Hackett's Mac and iOS setup interview, a tip on using CARROT Weather, and more. »

We hosted our first, live workshop for Sweet Setup readers. There were several hundred who joined us for live the workshop, and it was a blast! »

More quick tips for using iOS 11 and watchOS 4, some tips using macOS High Sierra, and more »

macOS High Sierra has a lot more to offer than it may seem on the surface. »

This week we published 11 tips for using iOS 11, a reader's Mac and iOS setup interview, and several additional tips on using iOS 11 and watchOS 4. »

A round-up of the Apple Special Event announcements, a workflow on using Pinboard to ensure you never lose a good article, and more. »

Here are the things we published this week and last, as well as some great link material. You can also stay up-to-date by following us on Twitter and RSS. Also, we have a weekly email newsletter that sums up all the new and cool things published to the site. If you like to stay up-to-date […] »

The Learn Ulysses course is here, some frequently asked questions on the Learn Ulysses course, a tip on creating note links in Bear, and more. »

We can’t say thank you enough to everyone who has supported our work and helped to spread the word about Learn Ulysses. Here are some answers to a few common questions we’ve been getting over the past few days… »

Our brand-new course, Learn Ulysses, is now available. It sells for just $29. But right now to celebrate the launch week, you can get it for $23. Find Out More… Or click here to buy it now. Here’s what a few folks are saying: “This is so good! There is tons of useful information in […] »

Our new course launches in 24 hours. Here are all the details of what’s in the course and how much it costs. »

Behind the scenes of Learn Ulysses, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, a workflow on automating photo backups, a tip about one-time passwords, and more »

Due to news of a dishonest use of customer privacy, we can no longer recommend AccuWeather as the best general weather app for iOS. »

Learn Ulysses launches in a week. Here are some fun and nerdy details about the work we’re doing behind the scenes to get things ready for you… »

Recently, quite a few folks have asked me how Ulysses and Day One compare and if one could replace the other. I think it will be easiest to answer this question by explaining how and why I use each of these apps. »

A few reasons why we love Transmit for FTP transfers, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, a tip about HomeKit, and more »

Our weekly link roundup to the things we published this week, as well as some other great and interesting material. »

Earlier today, the team at Ulysses announced that their writing app is moving to a subscription pricing model. Here are all the details. »

A great universal app for note-taking, a reader's Mac setup, a look at Shawn Blanc's Ulysses setup, and more. »

An update to our review of the best note-taking app for iOS, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, some insight into how writers use Ulysses, and more. »

There are two ways to overcome writer’s procrastination, and one of them is knowing what to write next. Jeff Goins writing system helps with that. »

A new series on apps we love, featuring TextExpander, a reader's Mac setup, a tip on saving Instapaper highlights to Ulysses, and more. »

Two-factor users, rejoice. »

A new series on apps we love, featuring TextExpander, a reader's Mac setup, a tip on using 1Password Travel Mode, and more. »

Ease of input and powerful search are two important factors in a good notes / research app. While many apps excel at one or the other, few excel at both. »

Fantastical 2.4 brings lots of goodies to the best calendar app on macOS. »

A review of the new 10.5-inch iPad Pro, a reader's Mac and iPhone setup, a workflow on using Photos.app to create slideshows, and more. »

A review of the new 10.5-inch iPad, an updated review of the best PDF app for iPad, a reader's setup, and more. »

Day One announced a new subscription model this week for their apps and service. »

The best pomodoro app for Mac and iOS, a reader's Mac, iOS, and Watch setup, a tip on reviewing your passwords in 1Password, and more. »

The best pomodoro app for Mac and iOS, our favorite Mail.app plugins for macOS, a reader's Mac and iPhone setup, a tip on using Responsive Design Mode in Safari, and more. »

Day One released a new encryption option, which provides greater security for your journals. »

macOS' built-in Mail application has a system that allows third-party developers to write plugins for the application, giving it new features. »

The best pomodoro app for Mac and iOS, a reader's Mac, iOS, and Watch setup, a workflow post on using Markdown and HTML with Byword and Ulysses, and more. »

The best pomodoro app for Mac and iOS, a reader's setup, a tip on using Google Wifi, and more. »

The best pomodoro app for Mac and iOS, a workflow for removing GPS data from photos, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, a tip on using the Twitter app, and more. »

Screens 4 for the Mac brings lots of goodies from the iOS version. »

The best secure messaging app for iPhone, a readers Mac, iOS, and Watch setup, a tip on using YouVersion, some app updates, and more. »

The update brings an all-new look to the suite of GTD applications. »

Here in the future, sending a fax isn't as easy as it once was. Scanbot is here to help. »

The best secure messaging app for iPhone, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, a workflow and tip on adding tasks to Todoist, and more. »

The best secure messaging app for iPhone, a reader's Mac, iPhone, and Watch setup, some advice from Mike Vardy on working smarter, a tip on disabling sync between your Mac Desktop and Documents folders, and more. »

The best secure messaging app for iPhone, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, a workflow post on creating PDFs from iOS, a tip on using Dropbox offline, and more. »

The best Watch app for tracking your sleep, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, a tip on reporting numbers in Nomorobo, and more. »

The best Apple Watch app for tracking your sleep, a reader's Mac, iPhone, and Watch setup, a workflow post on automating Day One using IFTTT, a tip on customizing your AirPods, and more. »

The best Apple Watch app for tracking your sleep, a reader's iOS and Watch setup, a tip on changing iOS app icons, and more. »

The best Pinboard app for iPhone, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, a workflow for using Perspectives in OmniFocus, and more. »

An update to the Pinboard app review, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, a tip on using Siri and Reminders, and more. »

The best app for blocking telemarketers, robo-callers, and spam calls, a reader's Mac and iPhone setup, a tip on adding tasks to Todoist, and more. »

The best app for blocking telemarketers, robo-callers, and spam calls, a reader's Mac and iPhone setup, a tip on using Todoist, and more. »

Our favorite location-logging app for iPhone, a reader's Mac, iOS, and Watch setup, a tip about using Apple Pay, and more. »

The best location-logging app for iPhone, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, a tip on using Reminders, an update to Overcast, and more. »

The best WordPress client for macOS, a workflow on digitizing receipts, a reader's Mac and iPhone setup, a tip on using Do Not Disturb, and more. »

The best WordPress client for macOS, a reader's Mac, iOS, and Watch setup, a tip on using Alfred as a clipboard manager, and more. »

The best simple list-making app for iOS and Mac, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, a tip on using stickers, and more. »

The new version of our favorite calendar packs goodies for all iOS 10 users. »

A new pick for the best simple to-do list app for iOS and macOS, a tip on restoring files to iCloud Drive, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, and more. »

The best flashcard study app, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, a tip on removing old 1Password backups, and more. »

A review of the best flashcard app, a reader's Mac and iPhone setup, a tip on using Runkeeper to track your shoe usage, and more. »

A review of the new 15-inch MacBook Pro, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, a tip on using Activity alerts, and more. »

A great list of must-have apps for your new iOS devices, a reader's Mac and iPhone setup, a tip on using Workflow for easy access to your Music playlists, and more. »

Setting up new iPhones and iPads is part of the holiday season, and we have several great apps that get you started in the right direction. »

The 15-inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar, some great holiday apps, a reader's iOS-only setup, and more. »

Our review of the new 15-inch MacBook Pro, a review of the best ebook reader for iOS, holiday app roundup, and more. »

The best iOS app for reading books, a Scottish novelist's iOS setup, a tip on reducing distractions on your iPhone, and more. »

Our favorite apps for the holidays, iPhone 7 Plus cases, a reader's Mac and iPhone setup, and more. »

An online summit featuring candid and powerful video conversations with some of the world's best creative entrepreneurs. »

The 2016 holiday season is officially here, and we've picked out some of our favorite apps for this holiday season. »

The best iPhone 7 cases, a reader's Mac and iPhone setup, some holiday tech tips, and more. »

Some things you should do for your non-techy family and friends this holiday season. »

Our 2016 holiday gift guide, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, a tip on saving PDFs from iOS Mail, and more. »

We've rounded up a few of our favorite tools and apps for Apple devices that are sure to please that Apple fan in your life. »

Some updates to our reviews of Scanbot and Spotify, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, a tip on using Yahoo Sports, and more. »

Some of our reviews were recently updated, including the best document scanning app for iOS, and the best music streaming service. »

The best app for annotating images in iOS, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, a tip on optimizing storage in macOS Sierra, and more. »

The best markup app for iOS, a Tools & Toys editor's setup, a tip on creating PDFs with macOS, and more. »

The best iOS app for annotating images, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, some tips on getting the most out of Scanbot, and more. »

The best iOS Music app replacement, a reader's Mac, iOS, and watchOS setup, a tip on using Google Docs, and more. »

The best iOS Music app replacement, a reader's Mac and iPhone setup, a tip on using the Yahoo Sports app, and more. »

The best habit tracking app for iOS, a reader's Mac and iPhone setup, a tip on using Byword for Mac, and more. »

The best habit tracking app for iOS, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, a tip on using Airmail for Mac, and more. »

The best sports news and scores app, a reader's Mac and iPhone setup, a tip on using Airmail for OS X, and more. »

The best sports scores and news app for iOS, a reader's Mac setup, a tip on using Deliveries, and more. »

The best photo editing app for iPhone, our chief editor's Mac and iOS setup, a tip on customizing mail notifications, and more. »

An update to our pick for the best photo editor for iPhone, a reader's Mac and iPad Pro setup, a tip on using Mail.app, and more. »

The best time-tracking solution for freelancers, a reader's iOS setup, a tip on rolling back from iOS 10 betas, and more. »

The best time-tracking solution for freelancers, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, a tip on using Droplr, and more. »

The best app for managing personal finances and budgets, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, a tip on managing Wi-Fi networks in iOS, and more. »

The best personal finance and budgeting tool, a setup from a member of The Sweet Setup staff, a tip on using Google Docs, and more. »

We recently overhauled our review for the best personal finance and budgeting app, and Banktivity came out on top as the best fit for most people. »

The best news aggregation app for iOS, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, a tip on using Spotify with Runkeeper, and more. »

The best news aggregation service for iOS, a reader's mobile Mac and iOS setup, a tip on using Google Photos, and more. »

Apps and gear for summer, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, a tip on YouVersion, and more. »

Apps and gear for summer, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, a tip on using SongShift, and more. »

A guide to summer apps and gear, a readers setup, a tip on using Ulysses, and more. »

Our favorite external display app for iOS, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, a tip on using Google Drive, and more. »

The best app for using an iPad as an external display, a reader's iOS setup, a tip on using TestFlight, and more. »

The Barefoot College trains middle-aged women from rural villages worldwide to become solar engineers, and Fraser Speirs has just launched a new fundraiser to purchase and transport a set of iPads to benefit the training mission. »

The best GIF keyboard for iOS from last week, a reader's iPhone setup, a tip on using iOS Notes.app, and more. »

Check out our short survey. »

Our review from last week of the best GIF keyboard for iPhone, a reader's college setup, a tip for using iTunes, and more. »

The best GIF keyboard for iPhone, a reader's iPhone and iPad Pro setup, a tip on using TextExpander, and more. »

The best Bible app for iOS from last week, a reader's iPad Pro setup, a tip on using AccuWeather Platinum, and more. »

The best Bible app for iOS, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, a tip about application access, and more. »

Our review of the best peer-to-peer payment system, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, a tip on using Television Time, and more. »

The best peer-to-peer payment system, a user's awesome outdoor shed setup, a tip on using Apple Music, and more. »

The best online, collaborative document editing suite from last week, a reader's iOS and Mac setup, a tip for using Outlook for iOS, and more. »

Screens, the best remote access solution for iOS and Mac, released a new version this week. »

The best online, collaborative document editing suite, a readers Mac setup, a tip on using QuickTime, and more. »

A review we published last week, a tip on using Narwhal, a reader's setup, and more. »

The best Reddit app for iOS, a reader's setup, a tip on using Narwhal, and more. »

Our pick for best general-purpose weather from last week, a reader's iPhone setup, a tip on keeping your iCloud devices tidy, and more. »

IFTTT can pull all sorts of content into Day One for you. »

The best general-purpose weather app for iPhone, a tip for adding attachments to emails from Dropbox, a reader's setup, and more. »

A look at our latest review on iOS email apps, a tip on using Markdown, a reader's Mac and iPhone setup, and more. »

Alfred 3 is coming soon with lots of goodies. »

The best third-party email app for iOS, a tip about Wunderlist, a reader's Mac and iPhone setup, and more. »

Things like diligence, focus, priorities, saying no, time management, and the like are important. But why? This quote by Benjamin Franklin pretty much sums it up for me: “Dost thou love life? Then do not squander time, for that’s the stuff life is made of.” Focus, priorities, time management, etc… These are important because they’re […] »

An iPhone dock review from last week, a reader's Mac and iPhone setup, some news from AgileBits and Droplr, and more. »

1Password now makes it easier than ever to share with family members. »

Screenbot is a new product from Droplr that integrates with Slack to make sharing easier. »

Our favorite iPhone 6s and 6s Plus dock, a reader's iPhone setup, and more. »

Day One released a major update this week, some tips on using the new Day One, a reader's comfortable setup, and more. »

Day One, our favorite way to journal with your Apple devices, just got a huge update. »

The best PDF app for Mac, our favorite Apple TV apps, some tips on using Runkeeper, and more. »

The best way to track packages on the go just got even better. »

A look at some of our favorite games and utilities for the Apple TV. »

A look at our review of Television Time from last week, a reader's standing desk setup, a tip on using Apple News, and more. »

The best TV show tracking app, a reader's setup, a tip about using Tweetbot for Mac, and more. »

There are a lot of third-party email apps out there for iOS. Help us pick the best one. »

1Password, the best password manager for iOS and OS X, has been updated to include support for 3D Touch and more. »

A reader's upstairs home office, a tip about Wi-Fi calling on iPhones, and more. »

Technology resolutions for the new year, a tip on using Dark Sky to set custom alerts, a reader's setup, and more. »

2016 is almost here, so it's a great time to think about how you'll use technology this year, and perform useful upgrades and audits. »

A list of apps we recommend for new iOS devices, how to back up and upgrade an iOS device, a reader's setup, and more. »

iOS devices make great gifts, and we have a list of fantastic apps that help you get the most out of your new iPhone or iPad. »

Many of our favorite iOS and Mac apps are on sale for the holiday. »

Our favorite professional-grade iPhone calculator, a tip about OS X and iOS beta programs, a reader's setup, and more. »

An update to our favorite games, an iOS setup interview, a tip about Google Photos, and more. »

Our favorite note-taking app for iOS, a setup interview of an Apple Consulting team, a tip on using Fantastical, and more. »

Our favorite mail app for OS X, a tip on keeping iTunes from launching from Safari, and more. »

Our favorite iPhone 6s case, great holiday apps, a reader's setup, tip on using Day One, and more. »

The holidays are here, and we've collected some of our favorite apps to help you through this busy but special time. »

We announced a new eBook about our favorite journaling app, Day One, along with several tips for using it. »

With Day One, there are many ways to view and filter your timeline of entries. We're going to show you how they all work, as well as how you can also mix and match for advanced filtering of your timeline view. »

There are many advantages to using a digital journal. Not only can it easily store photos, location data, timestamps, and more. It's also always with you (on your iPhone), your information is backed up and secure, and you can quickly search past entries. »

Make the most out of your journaling with our comprehensive guide. *Day One In Depth* is the most detailed and extensive guide to Day One available today. Featuring in-depth reviews that cover every function and feature found within Day One, our handbook goes line by line showing you how to make the most of this award-winning journaling app. »

Because I’ve put so much time and so many words into my Day One over the years, I wanted to share a bit of how and why I use it… »

A reader's Mac and iPhone setup, a tip on using Bartender, an update to 1Password and Overcast, and more. »

1Password for Teams brings security to the workplace in a new way. »

A reader's Mac and iPhone setup, a tip about using Fantastical on your iPhone, and more. »

A reader's setup, a tip about using Wunderlist, and more. »

A reader's Mac and iOS setup, a tip on Dropbox and podcast listening, and more. »

Our favorite Wikipedia app for iPhone, a reader's iOS setup, a tip about Pinboard, and more. »

With version 2, Overcast becomes more powerful and flexible. »

Fantastical 2.5 brings 3D Touch and iOS 9 support. »

A reader's Mac and iOS setup, a tip on using Wunderlist, OS X El Capitan, Tweetbot 4, and more. »

Tweetbot 4 brings a much-anticipated new look to the best Twitter client for iPad users. »

OS X El Capitan's delight is in the details. »

Bartender 2 is a great update to the best way to hide menubar items on the Mac. »

An unordered list of the most noteworthy updates to our favorite apps »

Our favorite time zone calculator app for iPhone, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, a tip about using Wunderlist, and more. »

A reader's setup, a tip about iCloud Drive, iOS 9, and more. »

Instapaper 7 brings support for many iOS 9 features, including iPad multitasking. »

watchOS 2 is here, and we've compiled a list of all the new additions you can look for. »

iOS 9 is available today, and we've covered nine of our favorite new features of the new version. »

The best flight tracker app for iPhone, a Mac and iOS setup, a tip about Instapaper, and lots more. »

An interesting setup, a tip about Day One, and some really interesting reads for the long weekend. »

A sweet setup from the founder of Ugmonk, a tip about photo services, a couple of great app updates, and more. »

Dispatch is our pick for the best iPhone email app for power users, and today it received a nice update. Primarily, the app is now universal and works on the iPad. »

Scanbot 4 brings Workflows and Quick-Actions to the best iOS scanning app. »

Our back to school guide, an interesting setup, a tip about photo metadata, and more. »

The update adds polish to vaults, Touch ID, and more. »

With school starting back up, it's a great time to re-evaluate your setup and tools. Here are some of our favorite apps and devices to power through those long days of class and long nights of homework. »

The best photo management solution, a Mac and iPhone setup, a quick tip about Wi-Fi on your Mac, and more. »

Our favorite writing app and keyboard for iPad, a tip about Apple Watch Audio Messages, and much more. »

A reader's Mac and iPhone setup, a tip about Dropbox, a new version of Reeder on the way, and more. »

The new version of the best RSS client for OS X can be previewed now. »

Thomas Mathoi is a freelance project manager, creator of software, father, and husband. »

An update to the best Twitter client for mac, a very secure setup, a tip about Apple deliveries, and much more. »

A reader's iPhone setup, a quick tip about 1Password, and update to OmniFocus, and more. »

Today, The Omni Group has released a big version of their iOS app, that adds a dark color palette, the ability to swipe on a task to flag it, and responsive push syncing. »

The best read-it-later service, a reader's Mac and iOS setup, a tip on using Scanbot, and much more. »

A reader's iOS setup from Moscow, a tip about your Health.app data, and more. »

Our favorite pro writing app, a Mac and iOS reader setup, a tip on using Alfred, and more. »

A reader's setup, a quick tip about Mailbox on iOS, and more. »

The best remote access solution for Mac and iOS, a work and home setup, a tip on QuickTime X, and lots of WWDC goodness. »

A Mac and iPhone setup, a tip about Apple Watch message replies, and lots of app updates. »

A filmmaker/photographer's Mac and iOS setup, a tip about OmniFocus, and several great reviews and articles. »

The best calendar app for Mac, a Mac and iPhone setup, a quick tip on podcasts, and more. »

Pushpin received a big update that includes some helpful features and plenty of smaller, delightful updates. »

An updated to Day One, a clean, minimal setup, tip about Mailbox, and more. »

Day One has released an update to its Mac and iOS apps that includes a new lightning fast syncing option. »

We often receive emails on our iOS devices while away from our desk, and Mailbox can snooze those emails until you're back at your desk. »

It's National Bike to Work Week, and there are numerous tools and apps to help you while you're on two wheels. »

Here are the things we published this week, as well as some great link material. You can also stay up-to-date by following us on Twitter and RSS. Also, we have a weekly email newsletter that sums up all the new and cool things published to the site. If you like to stay up-to-date via email, […] »

An interesting setup, a tip about Apple Watch pairing, and some great links for the weekend. »

App Camp for Girls is an amazing program that teaches girls how to design interfaces, develop apps, and learn about the software industry, all while being mentored by some of the most inspiring women in the business. Quiz Compendium is an app built by campers. It comes with 15 personality quizzes like “Which Plant Are […] »

A Mac setup with a unique keyboard, a quick tip, Apple Watch apps, and more. »

The Apple Watch is available today, and these are some of the apps we think you should check out. »

The best mind mapping app for Mac and iOS, a Mac and iOS setup, a quick tip about OmniFocus, and more. »

Our favorite podcast app for iOS, a Mac and iOS app, a quick tip for OS X, and much more. »

A reader's setup, a tip about OmniFocus, and some excellent links and app updates. »

Our favorite OS X launcher app, the setup of a world traveler, a tip for Apple TV remotes, and much more. »

An artist's iOS setup, a tip about Wi-Fi on your Mac, a review of a new TV streaming service, and more. »

Our favorite run tracking app for iPhone, a reader's setup, some great Workflow actions, and more. »

A college Mac and iOS setup, a tip on converting PDFs to Word format, and much more. »

Our favorite grocery shopping app, a Mac and iOS setup interview, and much more. »

An ergonomic setup, a tip on hard disk partitions, and much more. »

Our favorite iPhone timers, a Mac setup, some great updates to apps, and more. »

1Password added a handful of useful new features in the latest update. »

With the newest version of Scanbot, you can set reminders from the app. »

The best way to promote your product, service, or company directly to our readership and site visitors is through a sponsorship of the site. »

A quick tip, iPhone setup, and some interesting links. »

A new calendar app, a reader's setup, a tip about iMessages, and more. »

Shifts makes managing an irregular work schedule easy by creating shift types that you can easily apply to your calendar. Once you create the shift types, inputing your schedule is quick and simple. »

Our favorite app for shared lists, a setup from a reader, a quick tip for Yosemite and iOS, and more. »

Some great deals on apps and gear we love, an interesting setup, a tip on PDFs in iOS, and more. »

Our favorite RSS reader for OS X, a Hackintosh setup interview, a quick tip, and more. »

An update to our favorite Pinboard iOS app, some thoughts on 2014 and what 2015 brings, a setup, paperless office, and more. »

2015 is here, and it's a great time to plan out your technology plans for the year. »

Pinner is our favorite iOS Pinboard app because it's easy to use, powerful, and offers complete access to Pinboard. »

2014 was a year of progress for Apple and the App Store, and we're excited about what's coming with 2015. »

The holidays are upon us and family tech support season has officially started. Keep yourself equipped with this handy list of items on solving common Mac and iOS problems. »

Our favorite third-party email app for OS X, a list of great apps that are on sale, a setup and quick tip, and more. »

About 40 awesome apps are on sale for an App Santa promotion. We've picked out a handful of the apps that recommend year-round, regardless of price. »

A quick tip, a reader's setup, and some great links for the holidays. »

On sale this week. Unleash your inner organization freak with these ebooks, and maximize your Dropbox potential. Dropbox is not just a folder -- it’s a tool to simplify your work and personal life. »

Our favorite tool for sharing files, links, and images, a sweet setup, tip on notifications, and more. »

Thanksgiving app sales, a quick tip, a Mac setup, and more. »

Thanksgiving is here. We hope that for you this week will bring time with family, a lot of cooking, and (hopefully) some time to rest and relax. »

Our favorite deliveries tracker app, an in-depth setup interview, a quick tip, and more. »

Just one long year ago today we launched The Sweet Setup. Our aim was to be the place you go when you (or your friends) want the best app for a certain category. That is still our aim. »

A quick tip on phone calls, a sweet setup, and more. »

A quick tip about 1Password, a non-tech focused setup, and a couple of awesome links. »

A quick tip, and ergonomic setup, and several reviews and articles we thought we interesting. »

Our favorite GTD suite of apps, the process behind our Hero images, some of our favorite OmniFocus tips, a Mac and iPhone setup, and more. »

For fun, here's a behind the scenes rundown of everything found in the Hero Image used in our article for our favorite productivity app suite. »

A tip on keeping Dropbox secure, an iPhone 6 setup, and some noteworthy links. »

Our favorite document scanning app for iOS, a tip on viewing desktop sites on your iPhone, a nice setup, and a lot of awesome-ness from Tools & Toys. »

Our pick for the best Markdown writing app for Mac, a tip on iOS 8 battery usage, a setup, and more. »

A tip on saving space on your Mac, a Mac setup, and more. »

An overview of iOS 8, a quick tip, a roundup of notable app updates, and a collection of iOS 8 and iPhone reviews. »

Many great app updates are shipping this week. We are collecting a list of the most notable updates and the best new apps for iOS 8. »

With iOS 8 -- which is being released today -- Apple has re-invented many things about the OS that powers the iPhone and iPad. Limitations which have long shaped the very nature of the OS and what apps can do have been lifted. »

Our favorite Mac app for budgeting and finances, a tip for iOS, and a sweet setup interview. »

A new version of Rdio, a tip about your iOS camera roll, an iPhone setup, and more. »

Rdio was updated with new features and a new free version that make it significantly better service for both paying and non-paying subscribers alike. »

The best VPN solution for OS X and iOS, a great tip for launching Flash URLs in Chrome from Safari, a standing setup, and more. »

A quick tip, interesting setup, a new podcast network, and more. »

This week we posted a great tip and an awesome setup. »

The best RSS app for iPad, a great sale on productivity apps, a quick tip, and a setup. »

Several of our top picks for apps in the productivity genre are on sale right now. »

A quick tip, iPhone setup, and a great app development shop turns 7. »

An update to our favorite iPhone calendar app, OS X Yosemite beta, a sweet setup, and more. »

Fantastical released version 2.1 today, which includes new snooze functionality, keyboard shortcuts, and more. »

A new podcast app, a quick tip, an awesome setup, and more. »

A sweet setup, a quick tip about OS X dictation, the App Store's sixth anniversary, and more. »

A fascinating setup, a quick tip, a deal on a great app, a few of our favorite summer apps, and more. »

A sweet iPhone setup, a rundown of Editorially alternatives, a great link on accessibility in iOS 8, and more. »

Editorially, our favorite editing tool for all the words on The Sweet Setup, is gone, and we're trying to find a replacement. »

Our pick for the best list-making app for iOS and Mac, a quick tip, an awesome link, and more. »

A sweet iPhone setup, a quick tip about Find my iPhone, some great articles, and more. »

WWDC made us happy, a sweet Mac and iPhone setup, a Quick Tip, and more. »

A rundown of the current photo management options, a quick tip, a couple of great app updates, and more. »

PDF Expert, our pick for the best PDF app for the iPad, received a nice update that makes it a universal app, and much more. »

Dispatch is our pick for the best iPhone email client for power users, and version 2.0 makes it even better. »

OmniFocus 2 is out, a quick tip for customizing OmniFocus Perspectives, a sweet Mac setup, and more. »

A thorough and interesting Sweet Setup interview, a tip about pairing Apple remotes, and an OS X update. »

Here's a quick look at what we published this week, as well as some links from around the web that we thought were pretty awesome. »

Interested in promoting your awesome product, service, or company directly to our readership and site visitors? Great! We've recently changed our prices and options for advertising and sponsorships. »

Our pick for the best password manager, some great apps on sale, a sweet setup interview, and a quick tip. »

Our new section on backups, some great apps on sale, a sweet interview, and more. »

Some of our favorite apps are on sale, a tip for getting rid of duplicate "Open With" entries, and an interview. »

Several fantastic apps are sale for the next few days, and these are a few that we heartily recommend, even when they're not on sale. »

A look at some popular apps and updates, thoughts on the best iPad keyboard setup, a quick tip, a Sweet Setup interview, and more. »

A review on Dispatch for email on your iPhone, an update to Dark Sky, using Siri with reminders lists, a sweet Mac setup, and more. »

If you'd like to promote your product, service, or company to our audience, now is a great time. »

The recent Dark Sky update brings a new look to the popular app, but it's not enough to displace our favorite general purpose weather app — Check the Weather. »

An exhaustive list of apps that the staff at The Sweet Setup love, a tip about dictation on OS X, a sweet setup interview, and more. »

The newest update to Pushpin, our pick for best Pinboard client, received a slew of awesome updates, such as keyboard shortcuts and custom feeds. »

Lots of updates to several of our favorite apps, an excellent setup interview, plus some tips on using synced iCloud browser tabs. »

Today, there's a significant update to Day One, our favorite journaling and logging app. The update is a new feature called Publish, and it lets you selectively share your Day One entries to the Web. »

A look at our most popular apps, a tip on using 2-step verification, a sweet setup interview, and more. »

An update to our favorite iOS photo editing app, some tips on using the amazing accessibility features in iOS, a sweet interview, and more. »

With the 3.0 update to our favourite photo editing app for the iPhone, VSCO Cam is now better than ever. »

Our pick for the best Pinboard app, a tip for using Tweetbot instead of RSS, an awesome interview, and more. »

Our pick for the best music streaming service, a tip for quickly recording audio on your Mac, this week's interview, and more. »

The most popular apps, an interview, and more. »

A new app review, an interview, and more. »

Quick links to the articles and reviews we published this week. »

Quick links to the articles and reviews we published this week. »

Here are a few of the things we've been up to on the first full week of 2014. »

Here are some highlights of what we’ve been up to the past couple of weeks. »

A list of our favorite games, the best iPad app for managing PDFs, a Sweet Setup interview with Matthew Panzarino, and more... »

There's an App Santa promotion running, and several of our favorite iOS developers have put their apps on sale for the holidays. Here are a few apps we heartily recommend, even when they're not on sale. »

The highlights of what we’ve been up to this past week. »

Here are a few updates, deals, and new apps worth talking about. Including a sale on Day One, a new podcast client, and more. »

It has been two weeks since we launched the site. Here are some highlights of what's been recently published. »

Welcome! We're here because we enjoy spending an inordinate amount of time and energy to research, test, and find the very best apps. »