Jan 09 2017 32 mins 264
Mike is team iOS, arguing that this platform is superior for getting things done with ease, mobility, and focus. Thanh represents team Mac, making the case that laptops and desktops are far better at getting important things done in less time and with more automation. Listen in and decide for yourself which platform is best for your productivity needs. Get Podcast Updates Do you want to get an email with shownotes each time a podcast goes live? Then let us know where to send the updates by entering your first name and email. Cheat Sheet The advances in iOS technology that have leveled the playing field when choosing what platform to useWhy improvements in mobile technology have opened up doors for getting work done on the goWhat you can do with the increased screen real estate when using a second monitorHow the constraints of iOS can actually provide a better environment for some tasks like writingThe benefits of iOS for single-tasking and how you can recreate this on the desktopThe travel benefits of iOS and the flexibility offered for people who move around a lot while workingHow the increased battery life in iOS devices eliminates friction and allows you to work on your own termsWhy Thanh thinks Mike needs to hit the gym more and quit whining about how heavy his MacBook isThe benefits of having an always-on cellular connection on your iOS device (and how to mimic this on your MacBook)Why you might want to use a VPN when connecting to a wifi networkThe automation and systems benefits of using macOS and what the iOS equivalents areClearing the backlog after coming back from vacationHow to determine what your time is worth (and why Thanh uses his Mac to get his work done as quickly as possible) Links 9to5Mac articleWorkflowDraftsTextExpanderKeyboard MaestroOmnifocusEvernoteSixColors.com re: podcastingFerrite for iOS If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Overcast, PocketCast or your favorite podcast player. It’s easy, you’ll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure. You can also leave a review! Here’s how.
