MBW Picks

Hardware & software:

• Upscayl at https://github.com for free from Andy Ihnatko.
• Sonnet Echo Express SEL Thunderbolt 3-to-PCIe Expansion Chassis (1 low profile slot) at for $349.99 (on Amazon) from Alex Lindsay.
• Knotwords at https://playknotwords.com for free (with in-app purchase options) from Jason Snell.
• DiffusionBee at https://diffusionbee.com for free from Leo Laporte.
• Hit the Island (iOS) at https://apps.apple.com for free from The Chatroom.

Hardware & software:

• AllTrails at https://www.alltrails.com for free (and $2.99/month option) from Andy Ihnatko.
• ZoomISO at https://www.liminalet.com for $29/month (lite) and $45/month (pro) from Alex Lindsay.
• Wigetsmith at https://apps.apple.com for free (an up) from Jason Snell.
• izi Travel at https://izi.travel for free from Leo Laporte.

Hardware & software:

• DriveDX at https://binaryfruit.com for $19.99 from Andy Ihnatko.
• Sony FR7 at https://www.sony.com (press release) for $9699.99 (in November) from Alex Lindsay.
• Keyboard Maestro at https://www.keyboardmaestro.com for $36 from Jason Snell.
• Canvas at https://avae.io for free (for beta) from Alex Lindsay.

Hardware & software:

• Merlin Bird ID (for iOS) at https://apps.apple.com for free from Andy Ihnatko.
• ElseWhen (MacOS) at https://apps.apple.com for free from Jason Snell.
• The Max Stand at https://www.themaxstand.com for $79 from Stephen Robles.

Hardware & software:

• Anker USB C Charger, 735 Charger (Nano II 65W), PPS 3-Port Fast Compact Foldable Wall Charger for MacBook Pro/Air, iPad Pro, Galaxy S20, Dell XPS 13, Note 20/10+, iPhone 13/Pro, Steam Deck, and More for $59.99 – plus I’m seeing a $14 coupon (on Amazon) from Andy Ihnatko.
• TZ Stellar X2 Large Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser XLR Microphone for $199.99 (on Amazon) from Alex Lindsay.
• One Thing (MacOS) at https://sindresorhus.com for free from Jason Snell.
• Shortery (MacOS) at https://www.lgerckens.de for free (plus in app upgrade option) from Jason Snell.

Hardware & software:

• Folder Tidy at https://www.tunabellysoftware.com for $5 from Andy Ihnatko.
• Insta360 Link – PTZ 4K Webcam with 1/2″ Sensor, AI Tracking, Gesture Control, HDR, Noise-Canceling Microphones, Specialized Modes, Webcam for Laptop, Video Camera for Video Calls, Live Streaming for $299.99 (on Amazon) from Alex Lindsay.
• CraftCloud3D at https://craftcloud3d.com for various from Jason Snell.

Hardware & software:

• Miscellaneous Events in Boston for free from Andy Ihnatko.
• FarPlay at https://farplay.io for free & up to $7.99/month from Alex Lindsay.
• FireStarToys at https://www.etsy.com for various $ from Jason Snell.
• Ubersicht at https://tracesof.net for free from Leo Laporte.

Hardware & software:

• Superscope C106 Cassette Recorder at https://www.ebay.com for $20 from Andy Ihnatko.
• Spinfit Headphone Ear Tips for $12 (on Amazon) from Andy Ihnatko.
• Light and Magic on Disney+ at https://disney.com for free with subscription from Alex Lindsay.
• Downlink (Mac OS) at https://downlinkapp.com for free from Jason Snell.
• Ecto Containment Unit at https://www.etsy.com for $2023 from Patrick Delahanty.

Hardware & software:

• AirShot at https://www.airshot.app for free (through the end of July) from Andy Ihnatko.
• News Over Audio at https://newsoveraudio.com for $7.99/month from Alex Lindsay.
• Floppy Emu at https://www.bigmessowires.com for $129 from Jason Snell.

Hardware & software:

• Chrome OS Flex at https://google.com for free from Andy Ihnatko.
• PictureThis at https://www.picturethisai.com for free (and premium $ plans) from Alex Lindsay.
• InCase Transfer Two Way Tote at https://incase.com for $99 from Mikah Sargent.
• Scriptable (iOS) at https://apps.apple.com for free from Jason Snell.