Transform your living space into a smart, organized haven with apps that help you tackle everything from junk mail to home inventory management. Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard explore practical solutions for maintaining your home, keeping track of important documents, and staying on top of household tasks.
- PaperKarma - Combat annoying junk mail with this clever app that automatically sends opt-out requests to companies on your behalf.
- Devonthink To Go - Rosemary's favorite solution for organizing all your appliance manuals and home documents as searchable PDFs. Never lose another warranty or instruction manual again, with powerful search capabilities and the ability to link directly to specific pages in reminders.
- When Did I...? - Simple tracking app for home maintenance tasks like replacing fire alarm batteries or water filters. Just tap when you complete a task and easily see how long it's been since your last maintenance check. Available for $4.99.
- Sweepy - Gamified cleaning and chore management app that helps families stay on top of household tasks. Set up rooms, assign recurring tasks, and share responsibilities across family members to reduce the mental load.
- Under My Roof - Comprehensive home inventory app perfect for insurance documentation. Scan barcodes, add photos and receipts, track serial numbers, and even set maintenance reminders for appliances and valuable items.
News
- iPhone Event Date - German carrier documents suggest Apple will announce new iPhones on Tuesday, September 9th, with pre-orders likely starting September 12th and availability on September 19th.
- AppleCare One Launch - Apple's new insurance plan covers up to three devices for $19.99/month, with additional devices at $5.99 each. Includes theft and loss protection for iPad and Apple Watch, plus the ability to add devices up to four years old.
Feedback
- Viewer Success with Wipr 2 - Andrew R. shares how the Safari content blocker transformed his browsing experience on ad-heavy websites like the Smithsonian, making previously unreadable pages clean and functional.
App Caps
- Mikah's Pick: Landrop - Cross-platform file sharing solution that works like AirDrop between different operating systems. Transfer files, photos, and folders between iPhone, Mac, Windows, and Android devices over your local network.
- Rosemary's Pick: ASUS ZenScreen - Ultra-portable 15.6-inch monitor perfect for travel, complete with a protective case that doubles as a stand. Pairs perfectly with a compact tripod for the ideal mobile workspace setup.
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
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