## Intro [(00:00:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=0s) - The [[IPad | iPad]] has the potential to be a powerful tool or a significant distraction, depending on how it is utilized, and it is capable of doing more than just streaming services like YouTube or Netflix [(00:00:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=0s). - Many people do not unlock the full potential of their iPad because they are not using the right apps to do so [(00:00:06)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=6s). - There are various iPad apps available for productivity, creativity, and organization that can improve the quality of one's life [(00:00:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=12s). ## Thank you for 50k [(00:00:21)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=21s) - The channel has recently crossed 50,000 subscribers, which is a significant milestone, and this achievement is appreciated [(00:00:21)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=21s). - The channel is approaching its 2-year anniversary, having started with 999 subscribers, and the growth has been a long journey [(00:00:36)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=36s). - The support from viewers, including watching, commenting, and subscribing, is acknowledged and valued, with a request to click subscribe for those who haven't already done so [(00:00:42)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=42s). ## You don’t need paid apps [(00:00:49)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=49s) - Many apps on the App Store appear to be well-designed and claim to solve life's problems, but often have a subscription model after downloading, despite being labeled as "free" [(00:00:49)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=49s). - Some of these apps are great and worth the investment, but most are either good but not necessary or not worth paying for, with many being completely free and providing a real benefit to life [(00:01:07)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=67s). - The majority of fancy-looking paid apps with subscriptions and numerous features are often more of a distraction than a benefit, and can be replaced by free equivalents that provide the same benefits [(00:01:26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=86s). - Most paid apps are not used enough to justify the cost, and the free versions of these apps can provide the same benefits, making them a more practical choice [(00:01:40)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=100s). - Apart from a select few paid apps that are worth the investment, the majority of recommended apps are completely free, suggesting that paid apps are not always necessary [(00:01:55)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=115s). ## Favorite task manager [(00:02:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=121s) - [[Things (software) | Things]] Three is a highly recommended task manager app that is paid, but offers a one-time purchase option, eliminating the need for a subscription model, and it can be purchased for around $10 [(00:02:06)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=126s). - The app is well-designed, smooth, and intuitive, comparable to [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] apps, with a clean aesthetic that makes it easy to use and navigate without requiring excessive clicking to perform different actions [(00:02:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=143s). - Things Three has all the necessary features for a task manager, as well as compatible desktop and iPhone apps that sync well with it, making it a great option for those looking for a comprehensive task management system [(00:02:52)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=172s). - The app's design is thoughtful and minimal, allowing users to create to-dos, add tags, flags, and move them around with ease, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a clean and intuitive task manager [(00:03:06)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=186s). - Things Three is considered one of the best third-party apps available, and it is highly recommended for anyone looking for a reliable and user-friendly task manager, with its one-time purchase option and lack of subscription model being major advantages [(00:03:26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=206s). ## Best free task manager [(00:03:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=217s) - [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] [[Reminders (Apple) | Reminders]] is a completely free task manager that has improved significantly over the years, adding new features and becoming a viable option for those looking for a free task management app [(00:03:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=217s). - The app syncs well between Apple devices and has a feature that integrates with Apple [[Calendar (Apple) | Calendar]], allowing users to schedule reminders and check them off directly from the calendar [(00:04:04)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=244s). - Apple Reminders has some limitations, such as not being able to select multiple reminders at once as easily as other apps like [[Things (software) | Things]], requiring users to go through a few more steps to achieve the same actions [(00:04:40)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=280s). - Despite its limitations, Apple Reminders has many useful features, including the ability to create sections, make columns, and share lists with others, making it a great option for shared reminders or tasks [(00:05:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=323s). - The app also allows for a "Kanban board workflow" and has other features that make it a great tool for managing tasks and reminders, with a potential in-depth video guide on Apple Reminders to be released in the future [(00:05:28)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=328s). ## My go-to calendar [(00:05:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=347s) - The [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] [[Calendar (Apple) | calendar]] app is a preferred choice due to its simplicity and completeness, offering all the necessary features and being completely free, with seamless syncing between devices within the Apple ecosystem [(00:05:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=347s). - The Apple calendar app can be linked to a Google account, allowing Google Calendar events, including shared meetings and auto-generated events from Gmail, to be displayed in the Apple calendar interface [(00:06:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=377s). - This integration enables users to utilize the Apple calendar interface while still having access to their Google Calendar events, eliminating the need to migrate everything to a different calendar app [(00:06:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=383s). - The Apple calendar app is highly recommended for those seeking a reliable and efficient calendar solution, with additional information available in other videos that discuss the app in more detail [(00:06:04)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=364s). ## Project manager [(00:06:48)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=408s) - [[Notion (productivity software) | Notion]] is a classic app that is particularly useful for managing a YouTube channel, allowing for the creation of a content [[Calendar (Apple) | calendar]] and [[Notes (Apple) | notes]] for upcoming videos, making it a valuable tool for planning and organization [(00:06:48)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=408s). - The app is considered overkill for simple tasks such as taking quick notes or managing tasks, but its complexity is worth it for planning out YouTube videos, which is its primary use case [(00:07:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=421s). - The Notion app on [[IPad | iPad]] is functional and similar to the desktop app, making it a good choice for use on the iPad, but the iPhone app is clunky and slow, with no offline mode, making it less desirable for on-the-go use [(00:08:11)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=491s). - The lack of an iPad app for Notion calendar is a limitation, as it would be useful for syncing with database calendars within Notion and planning out YouTube videos, but for now, [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] Calendar is being used instead [(00:08:39)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=519s). - Having a single-use case app like Notion, which is only used for YouTube channel management, helps to minimize distractions and increase focus and productivity [(00:07:58)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=478s). ## The only notes app you need [(00:08:56)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=536s) - Apple [[Notes (Apple) | Notes]] is considered the best note-taking app, offering a range of features while remaining smooth and minimal, and is completely free, syncing well even offline [(00:08:56)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=536s). - The app has various use cases, including quickly capturing ideas, taking notes on books, creating checklists, meeting notes, and travel plans [(00:09:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=555s). - Additionally, [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] Notes can be used for scanning documents, making it a versatile tool for managing different types of information [(00:09:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=563s). ## Hybrid note-taking system [(00:09:25)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=565s) - Handwritten notes can be taken with Apple Notes, allowing for a more natural feel and potentially making the user more likely to take their plans seriously, as seen in the example of writing out a simple checklist for the day [(00:09:25)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=565s). - Writing by hand can make a user more committed to their plans, whereas digital apps or task managers can make it easier to procrastinate or move tasks to the next day, and this is why handwritten [[Notes (Apple) | notes]] can be more effective [(00:09:48)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=588s). - There are downsides to using paper for notes, such as the risk of losing the paper or notebook, but using an [[IPad | iPad]] to take handwritten notes can provide the benefits of both digital and analog methods, including organization and syncing capabilities [(00:10:07)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=607s). - [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] has added a handwriting correction feature to its notes app, which can correct sloppy handwriting to make it look neater while still maintaining the user's personal handwriting style, making it a useful tool for those who want to take handwritten notes digitally [(00:10:35)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=635s). - The combination of handwritten notes and digital organization can be an effective hybrid note-taking system, allowing users to take advantage of the benefits of both methods and stay organized, as demonstrated by the ability to write and correct handwritten notes on an iPad [(00:10:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=620s). ## Best iPad accessory [(00:10:59)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=659s) - The iPad was not used for writing due to its slippery surface, making it feel unnatural compared to pen and paper, despite having an [[Apple Pencil]], which was often left unused [(00:10:59)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=659s). - The introduction of [[Paperlike]], a screen protector with Nano dots technology, transformed the [[IPad | iPad]] into a more natural writing and drawing experience, providing the right amount of resistance to the Apple Pencil and mimicking the feel of paper without sacrificing screen clarity [(00:11:19)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=679s). - Paperlike has made the process of writing, planning, and journaling on the iPad feel smooth and precise, increasing enjoyment and consistency, and it also reduces glare and smudges, keeping the screen looking crisp while providing tactile feedback [(00:11:39)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=699s). - Paperlike offers a 100-day money-back guarantee, allowing users to try it out risk-free, and it can be purchased using the link in the description, with thanks to Paperlike for sponsoring [(00:12:04)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=724s). ## How I consume content intentionally [(00:12:14)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=734s) - [[Instapaper]] is a read later app that helps with consuming content intentionally, and it is completely free, with a minimalist interface that is preferred over other apps like Reader from Readwise and Pocket [(00:12:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=740s). - When coming across interesting content such as videos, articles, or podcasts, it can be saved to Instapaper instead of being watched immediately, allowing for dedicated time to consume the content later [(00:12:39)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=759s). - Instapaper allows users to watch videos embedded in the app, take [[Notes (Apple) | notes]], add tags, favorite items, and organize content into folders, making it a useful tool for learning and consuming content intentionally [(00:13:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=795s). - The app is primarily meant for articles, but it can also be used to watch videos later, providing an alternative to watching content on platforms like YouTube, which can be subject to algorithms [(00:13:26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=806s). - Instapaper provides a dedicated space for consuming content, allowing users to click on a video or article they want to watch or read, rather than being subject to random content recommendations [(00:12:54)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=774s). ## Favorite web browser [(00:13:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=827s) - Arc browser is a preferred browser app due to its smooth, minimal, and quick nature, allowing for efficient searching, and it also features a "browse for me" option that utilizes AI to generate summaries from Google search results [(00:13:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=827s). - The Arc browser app has a desktop version that also offers great features, making it a recommended browser option [(00:14:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=855s). - The browser's AI features, such as the ability to compile search results into a nice summary, are particularly notable and contribute to its appeal as a useful browsing tool [(00:14:07)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=847s). ## AI apps [(00:14:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=863s) - [[ChatGPT | Chat GPT]] is used frequently for asking various questions, and it provides well-thought-out and helpful answers to random, embarrassing, intricate, and unique questions, making it a useful tool for saving time on searching for information on Google or YouTube [(00:14:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=863s). - The app is helpful for tasks such as converting units of measurement, providing product recommendations, and offering tips on topics like scuba diving, cat training, and camera settings, demonstrating its versatility and usefulness [(00:15:11)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=911s). - Chat GPT is also useful for cooking, as it can adjust recipes based on the ingredients available, and the resulting dishes often turn out well, which is a valuable feature for people who enjoy cooking [(00:15:32)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=932s). - Another AI app being used is Grock 3, which seems promising and has the potential to be a strong competitor to Chat GPT, with features like a deep web search option that allows for in-depth research on topics such as sleep routines [(00:15:57)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=957s). - The deep search feature on Grock 3 enables users to see the app's thought process and explore different topics in detail, providing high-quality answers, although it takes longer to produce results compared to the standard search mode [(00:16:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=983s). - Grock 3 has the potential to replace Chat GPT, but more experimentation is needed to fully evaluate its capabilities and determine its usefulness [(00:16:56)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1016s). ## Japanese study [(00:17:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1021s) - The app Ani is used for studying Japanese, specifically for learning vocabulary, and it is a classic language learning flash card app, although its use has been inconsistent lately [(00:17:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1021s). - The goal was to study Japanese regularly starting this year, but it has not been made a priority, and the motivation to study only comes when in Japan, about to travel, or consuming Japanese content [(00:17:08)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1028s). - The app is considered a useful tool, but the habit of using it needs to be prioritized, as the current lack of motivation has led to it being put on the back burner [(00:17:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1035s). - Journaling is also an activity that is enjoyed, and a preferred app is used for this purpose, although the specific details of the journaling app are not mentioned in this segment [(00:17:27)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1047s). ## Journaling [(00:17:40)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1060s) - The Day One app is used for journaling and it works really well, syncing nicely between devices and having great features such as templates [(00:17:40)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1060s). - Many journal entries have been made in the Day One app over the months and years, but the specific contents of these entries are personal and cannot be shared [(00:17:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1067s). - The Day One app has been a frequently used tool for journaling over the past couple of years [(00:17:55)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1075s). ## Learning/reading [(00:18:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1080s) - The Kindle app is used on the [[IPad | iPad]] to read books, and it can be paired with Audible to play audiobooks, allowing the user to read along with the audiobook as it highlights the corresponding text [(00:18:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1080s). - The Kindle app and Audible can be used together to listen to the audiobook and follow along with the written text, or to switch between the two, which can help with retaining information [(00:18:08)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1088s). - For educational books, split screen mode can be used to open [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] [[Notes (Apple) | Notes]] or another note-taking app, allowing the user to take notes while reading the book, which works well on the iPad's large screen [(00:18:42)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1122s). - [[Spotify]] is also used on the iPad to listen to focus music, podcasts, or audiobooks, as it has a wide selection of audiobooks available, providing an alternative to the Kindle app and Audible [(00:18:57)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1137s). ## New Apple whiteboard app [(00:19:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1155s) - Apple Freeform is a new Whiteboard app made by Apple that is similar to apps like Meo or Milanote, but completely free and syncs between Apple devices [(00:19:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1155s). - The app works great with the [[Apple Pencil]] and is useful for visual planning, such as sketching out vlog ideas, creating mind maps, or planning the layout of a space [(00:19:31)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1171s). - The app can be used for a variety of tasks, including designing the layout of a room, taking measurements, and creating a mockup design of where to place furniture and other items [(00:19:51)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1191s). - Although the app is currently "bare bones", it is still a solid tool and is completely free, with potential for [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] to add more features, such as embedded whiteboards, in the future [(00:20:06)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1206s). - The app is particularly useful for tasks that require visual planning and organization, and can be used in conjunction with other Apple devices and tools [(00:20:13)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1213s). ## Photo editing [(00:20:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1220s) - Lightroom is the go-to app for editing photos, including thumbnails and pictures for social media, and is considered the industry standard for editing photos [(00:20:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1220s). - The [[IPad | iPad]] app version of Lightroom has all the same features as the desktop version, but offers the mobility of the iPad and a larger screen than the iPhone [(00:20:29)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1229s). - The app is frequently used for picture-related tasks, and with the acquisition of a new camera, it is expected to be used even more for editing photos from serious photography endeavors, especially while traveling [(00:20:38)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1238s). ## Personal finance management [(00:21:02)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1262s) - Co-pilot is an app used to manage finances, allowing users to track expenses and income, add different financial accounts, and import transactions, which are then categorized, and it also enables tracking of spending, budgets, and net worth [(00:21:02)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1262s). - The app has a clean aesthetic and is great for managing finances, with features that work well on the iPad, making it a suitable choice for monthly finance reviews [(00:21:10)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1270s). - For more in-depth information on personal finance management, a separate video is available that provides a detailed overview of the entire money management system, which includes the use of Co-pilot [(00:21:16)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1276s). - The Co-pilot app is utilized to implement a financial management process, which involves tracking all financial accounts, transactions, and spending, and this process is also discussed in more detail in the separate video [(00:21:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1283s). - Lightroom is mentioned before discussing Co-pilot, indicating a transition to the topic of personal finance management [(00:21:02)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1262s). ## Which apps are actually necessary? Business Inquiries: [email protected] [(00:21:51)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1311s) - The fundamental, mostly free apps are sufficient for productivity, organization, and making the most of an [[IPad | iPad]], eliminating the need for expensive app subscriptions, and most necessary features can be found built-in directly to the iPad [(00:21:59)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1319s). - The key to improving quality of life is not the apps themselves, but rather how they are used, the purpose they serve, and how time is spent, which are topics discussed on this channel [(00:22:18)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1338s). - For those who engage in handwriting activities, [[Paperlike]] is a recommended app as it enhances the experience of writing by hand on the iPad, unlocking new possibilities [(00:22:24)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o&t=1344s). ## Sources - [website](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQX1elibb3o?si=SfeYZBqZr0KKMjWj)