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Productivity
fromWIRED
1 day ago

These 3 Focus Timer Apps Will Keep You on Task

Focus apps help users maintain concentration by tracking time spent on tasks and providing incentives.
#windows-11
fromTheregister
1 hour ago
Digital life

Windows second-chance setup hurts IT, productivity

Windows 11 setup can confuse users with prompts suggesting incomplete tasks, leading to frustration over unnecessary clicks and unclear settings.
Digital life
fromTheregister
1 hour ago

Windows second-chance setup hurts IT, productivity

Windows 11 setup can confuse users with prompts suggesting incomplete tasks, leading to frustration over unnecessary clicks and unclear settings.
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
8 hours ago

The people who can't sit through a quiet evening without reaching for their phone aren't addicted to scrolling, they're avoiding the specific moment when the day's unprocessed thoughts arrive in the absence of distraction - Silicon Canals

People often reach for their phones not due to addiction, but to escape uncomfortable thoughts and feelings that arise in quiet moments.
#microsoft
Software development
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Microsoft launches "vibe working" in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Microsoft introduces Agent Mode in Office apps, enhancing Copilot's ability to follow commands and make edits in real time.
Software development
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Microsoft launches "vibe working" in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Microsoft introduces Agent Mode in Office apps, enhancing Copilot's ability to follow commands and make edits in real time.
Deliverability
fromFast Company
2 days ago

This app turns your email inbox into your personal assistant

Extra is a smart email client that uses AI to organize and prioritize emails visually, enhancing user experience and efficiency.
Remote teams
fromInc
1 day ago

'No One Knew I Was in a Different Time Zone': The Workers Who Travel, Play Tennis, and Do Chores on the Clock

Soft off days, where employees engage in personal activities during work hours, have become a widespread practice for improving work-life balance.
Exercise
fromCNET
2 days ago

Do Walking Pads Improve Your Fitness? I Tested 2 While I Worked

Walking pads are effective for maintaining step count while working from home, offering speeds up to 6 mph.
#home-office
Remodel
fromYahoo Shopping
2 days ago

15 Home Office Design Ideas to Inspire Fun

Transforming a home office involves mixing vintage and modern elements, using colorful rugs, and adding personality to create an inspiring workspace.
Remodel
fromAol
2 days ago

15 Home Office Design Ideas to Inspire Fun

Transforming a home office with personality and fun enhances focus and productivity.
Remodel
fromAol
2 days ago

15 Home Office Design Ideas to Inspire Fun

Transforming a home office involves mixing vintage and modern elements, using colorful rugs, and creating an inspiring workspace.
UX design
fromRolling Out
3 days ago

Home office design mistakes killing your productivity

Home office design significantly impacts productivity, requiring intentional choices about layout, lighting, and sensory elements to enhance focus.
Remodel
fromYahoo Shopping
2 days ago

15 Home Office Design Ideas to Inspire Fun

Transforming a home office involves mixing vintage and modern elements, using colorful rugs, and adding personality for a more inspiring workspace.
Remodel
fromYahoo Shopping
2 days ago

15 Home Office Design Ideas to Inspire Fun

Transforming a home office involves mixing vintage and modern elements, using colorful rugs, and adding personality to create an inspiring workspace.
Remodel
fromAol
2 days ago

15 Home Office Design Ideas to Inspire Fun

Transforming a home office with personality and fun enhances focus and productivity.
Remodel
fromAol
2 days ago

15 Home Office Design Ideas to Inspire Fun

Transforming a home office involves mixing vintage and modern elements, using colorful rugs, and creating an inspiring workspace.
UX design
fromRolling Out
3 days ago

Home office design mistakes killing your productivity

Home office design significantly impacts productivity, requiring intentional choices about layout, lighting, and sensory elements to enhance focus.
Remodel
fromYahoo Shopping
2 days ago

15 Home Office Design Ideas to Inspire Fun

Transforming a home office involves mixing vintage and modern elements, using colorful rugs, and adding personality for a more inspiring workspace.
Gadgets
fromMiami Herald
2 days ago

On the Go? ARZOPA Z3FC Makes Dual-Screen Work Easy Anywhere

ARZOPA Z3FC is a portable 16.1" monitor with 180Hz refresh rate, ideal for on-the-go work and gaming.
UX design
fromMedium
1 day ago

The rulebook for designing AI experiences

Responsible AI design varies widely, but frameworks from Microsoft, Google, and IBM provide practical guidance for Human-AI Interaction.
#apple
Apple
fromEngadget
1 day ago

The MacBook Neo is a glimpse into John Ternus's Apple

John Ternus introduced the MacBook Neo, marking a shift in Apple's approach to budget-friendly products with premium quality.
Apple
fromZDNET
5 days ago

Apple's foldable iPhone hinges on one key feature for me - and it's not the hardware

Apple is expected to launch a foldable iPhone in 2026, requiring significant iOS updates for multitasking capabilities.
Apple
fromEngadget
1 day ago

The MacBook Neo is a glimpse into John Ternus's Apple

John Ternus introduced the MacBook Neo, marking a shift in Apple's approach to budget-friendly products with premium quality.
Apple
fromZDNET
5 days ago

Apple's foldable iPhone hinges on one key feature for me - and it's not the hardware

Apple is expected to launch a foldable iPhone in 2026, requiring significant iOS updates for multitasking capabilities.
fromTechzine Global
2 days ago

Microsoft offers IT admins a way to remove Copilot

The Copilot app cannot be removed arbitrarily. Three cumulative conditions apply: Microsoft 365 Copilot must also be installed on the device, the Copilot app must not have been installed by the user themselves, and the app must not have been launched in the past 28 days.
Privacy technologies
Podcast
fromZDNET
3 days ago

An AI app prepares me for my day now - and I've never been more organized

Huxe app creates a personalized podcast each morning using data from your calendar, email, and news interests.
fromLawSites
4 days ago

Clio Work, Clio's AI Workspace, Is Now Available To Solo and Smaller Law Firms As A Standalone Product

Clio Work has been the fastest-adopted product in the company's history since its October launch. Firms of all sizes are turning to Clio Work to get work done.
Law
#meta
#ai
Media industry
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Meet Noscroll, an AI bot that does your doomscrolling for you | TechCrunch

Noscroll is an AI-powered bot that curates important online content, allowing users to avoid doomscrolling while staying informed.
Roam Research
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Google Meet will take AI notes for in-person meetings too

Google's AI notetaker, Gemini, now supports summaries and transcripts for in-person meetings and platforms like Zoom and Microsoft Teams.
UX design
fromMedium
2 days ago

The Death of Digital Product Design

AI tools have disrupted product design, enabling anyone to create designs quickly without special skills.
Media industry
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Meet Noscroll, an AI bot that does your doomscrolling for you | TechCrunch

Noscroll is an AI-powered bot that curates important online content, allowing users to avoid doomscrolling while staying informed.
Roam Research
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Google Meet will take AI notes for in-person meetings too

Google's AI notetaker, Gemini, now supports summaries and transcripts for in-person meetings and platforms like Zoom and Microsoft Teams.
UX design
fromMedium
2 days ago

The Death of Digital Product Design

AI tools have disrupted product design, enabling anyone to create designs quickly without special skills.
NYC startup
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

Dry January, but for Your Smartphone

Participants in Month Offline trade smartphones for lower-tech devices to reclaim time and reduce dependence on technology.
#google
Web design
fromEngadget
1 week ago

Google Chrome makes it easier to wrangle different tabs in AI Mode

Google's AI Mode in Chrome now supports better tab interaction, allowing users to browse and ask questions simultaneously.
Digital life
fromEngadget
1 week ago

Google's new Windows app is yet another way to access Gemini

Google has launched a new AI-focused app for Windows desktops that enhances search capabilities and integrates with local files and applications.
Artificial intelligence
fromComputerworld
3 days ago

Google Chat becomes an agent interface for Workspace

Google's Ask Gemini enhances Chat, aiming to compete with Microsoft Teams and improve employee engagement through AI integration across Workspace apps.
Web design
fromEngadget
1 week ago

Google Chrome makes it easier to wrangle different tabs in AI Mode

Google's AI Mode in Chrome now supports better tab interaction, allowing users to browse and ask questions simultaneously.
Digital life
fromEngadget
1 week ago

Google's new Windows app is yet another way to access Gemini

Google has launched a new AI-focused app for Windows desktops that enhances search capabilities and integrates with local files and applications.
Artificial intelligence
fromComputerworld
3 days ago

Google Chat becomes an agent interface for Workspace

Google's Ask Gemini enhances Chat, aiming to compete with Microsoft Teams and improve employee engagement through AI integration across Workspace apps.
Writing
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

People who keep a paper notepad with them aren't being old-fashioned - they've discovered that some thoughts only become real once your hand has moved across a page - Silicon Canals

Handwriting enhances memory retention and cognitive processing compared to typing, engaging more areas of the brain.
Graphic design
fromMedium
5 days ago

The art of subtraction in a world of infinite features

Subtraction in visual arts enhances clarity and focus by intentionally removing elements that distract from the main subject.
Digital life
fromTechCrunch
22 hours ago

Apps to distract you from the endless cycle of doomscrolling | TechCrunch

Doomscrolling negatively impacts mental health and attention span, but there are alternative apps for engaging and productive content.
UX design
fromMedium
2 days ago

Designing with AI without losing your mind

Outsourcing critical thinking to AI tools in design can undermine the quality of solutions and diminish essential skills.
Remote teams
fromOur Weekly
2 days ago

The Future of work

The future of work is defined by automation, AI, and remote work, presenting both challenges and opportunities for workforce transformation.
Productivity
fromBusiness Matters
3 days ago

5 Best AI Note Takers for Sales Calls in 2026

Sales reps lose a full day weekly to post-call admin, impacting deal closure; AI note takers enhance focus and streamline CRM updates.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

Don't Manage Every Task Manually - Here's How You Can Use AI to Outdo Your Competitors in Half the Time

Integrating AI sustainably and ethically is essential for founders as their startups grow to manage tasks effectively.
Apple
fromCSS-Tricks
2 days ago

Recreating Apple's Vision Pro Animation in CSS | CSS-Tricks

CSS can replicate Apple's complex product animations responsively, showcasing advancements in CSS scrolling animation capabilities.
fromComputerworld
4 days ago

The smartest ways to sync your Android and computer clipboards

Syncing clipboards on Android phones and computers can be a powerful tool, allowing users to copy in one place and paste in another seamlessly. When functioning well, it creates a harmonious workflow between devices.
Gadgets
Mindfulness
fromInsideHook
6 days ago

Why You're Sharp One Day and Foggy the Next

Maintaining a slight alcohol level can enhance confidence, but the film suggests that constant happiness isn't necessary for a fulfilling life.
Web design
fromSpeckyboy Design Magazine
6 days ago

How AI Could Change Collaboration for Web Designers & Developers - Speckyboy

Connecting with web professionals enhances learning and productivity, while AI is transforming workflows and relationships in the industry.
#google-cloud
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Google turns Chrome into an AI coworker for the workplace | TechCrunch

Google Cloud introduces 'auto browse' capabilities for Chrome, enhancing productivity with AI while requiring human oversight.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Google turns Chrome into an AI coworker for the workplace | TechCrunch

Google Cloud introduces 'auto browse' capabilities for Chrome, enhancing productivity with AI while requiring human oversight.
Software development
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Google updates Workspace to make AI your new office intern | TechCrunch

Google Cloud Next introduced AI-driven updates to Workspace, enhancing productivity through automation in tasks like email drafting and Google Sheets organization.
Productivity
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

People who answer emails at 11 PM aren't more committed than people who don't - they've lost the boundary between availability and identity, and the late-night reply isn't proof that they care more about the work, it's proof that the work has colonized every hour of their day, and they stopped noticing because the invasion happened so gradually it felt like dedication instead of surrender - Silicon Canals

Being constantly available for work can lead to losing personal identity and boundaries.
fromEntrepreneur
2 days ago

Meta's CTO Claims He Rarely Feels Stressed Out - Here Are His Top Strategies to Stay That Way

"I don't feel stressed out that often. It happens to me four or five times a year." Bosworth identifies his stress triggers as a packed schedule, which leads to concerns about prioritizing important work.
Mental health
Canada news
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

Showing the Windows 10 desktop was the yeast they could do

A bakery's use of Windows 10 desktops highlights the contrast between modern technology and traditional baked goods.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

Not everyone who works through the weekend is ambitious. Some people learned a long time ago that the cost of stopping isn't lost productivity, it's the immediate surfacing of everything the work was keeping quiet - Silicon Canals

Work can serve as a means of emotional suppression, masking deeper issues rather than addressing them.
#remote-work
fromCNET
2 weeks ago
Remote teams

I Used AI to Optimize My Work-From-Home Setup. It Had Some Interesting Ideas

Remote teams
fromBGR
2 weeks ago

10 Essential Apps For Every Remote Worker - BGR

Choosing the right remote work apps is crucial for productivity and collaboration in a home office setup.
Remote teams
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

Why Hybrid Work Feels Harder Than It Should

Organizations face challenges in managing boundary decisions in remote and hybrid work environments, leading to inconsistent expectations and employee dissatisfaction.
Remote teams
fromCNET
2 weeks ago

I Used AI to Optimize My Work-From-Home Setup. It Had Some Interesting Ideas

Working from home allows for flexible workspace choices, enhancing productivity and comfort in various settings.
Remote teams
fromBGR
2 weeks ago

10 Essential Apps For Every Remote Worker - BGR

Choosing the right remote work apps is crucial for productivity and collaboration in a home office setup.
UX design
fromMedium
3 days ago

Working in the open

Working in open source enhances design skills through collaboration, user empowerment, and continuous learning.
fromTheregister
5 days ago

Task Manager's CPU%: an obituary for the recent past

"The CPU number in Task Manager is a moving little obituary for the immediate past," explained former Microsoft engineer Dave Plummer, "Not what happened at the moment that your eyeballs landed on the row."
Productivity
Remote teams
fromComputerworld
1 week ago

AI is finally delivering productivity - for remote employees

The key to productivity with AI lies in the freedom to use it effectively, not just the technology itself.
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

OpenAI now lets teams make custom bots that can do work on their own

OpenAI introduces cloud-based workspace agents for business tasks, enhancing collaboration and efficiency within organizations.
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

Microsoft Teams is trying to fix accidental hand-raising

The update will group the Raise Hand feature under the Reactions button to reduce mis-clicks, which is handy because the two functions are easy to conflate at a glance.
Productivity
Gadgets
fromMan of Many
2 weeks ago

How to Build the Ultimate Home Office Setup to Work From Home (WFH) Like a Pro | Man of Many

Upgrading your work-from-home setup enhances productivity through better devices, ergonomic furniture, and holistic improvements in your workspace environment.
fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence
3 days ago
Artificial intelligence

Google turns Chrome into an agentic AI workplace tool with Auto Browse, Skills, and enterprise DLP at $6/month

Chrome is evolving into an intelligent workplace platform with autonomous task capabilities and integrated AI features.
fromComputerworld
1 week ago

Microsoft Teams cheat sheet: How to get started

Using the Mic button and dropdown, you can select your audio devices, including your speaker volume. In most cases, Teams selects this correctly, but if you want to switch to a Bluetooth or USB headset, for instance, choose the right device from the Speaker and Microphone section of the right pane.
Remote teams
UX design
fromInfoQ
5 days ago

Slack Rebuilds Notification System, Reports 5X Increase in Settings Engagement

Slack has redesigned its notification system to enhance consistency and user control, addressing long-standing issues with fragmented preferences.
Productivity
fromZDNET
4 days ago

This free app makes journaling so easy that I've managed to do it for 3 months

Diarly is the best journaling app available for Apple devices, making journaling easy and enjoyable.
#productivity
Productivity
fromFast Company
1 week ago

The productivity question AI forces us to ask

Productivity tools increase capabilities but also raise expectations, leading to a cycle of anxiety and an overwhelming pace of work.
fromSilicon Canals
2 weeks ago
Productivity

I deleted every productivity app on my phone and my output doubled - because I'd been spending more time optimizing my system than actually doing the work - Silicon Canals

Productivity
fromFast Company
1 week ago

The productivity question AI forces us to ask

Productivity tools increase capabilities but also raise expectations, leading to a cycle of anxiety and an overwhelming pace of work.
Productivity
fromSilicon Canals
2 weeks ago

I deleted every productivity app on my phone and my output doubled - because I'd been spending more time optimizing my system than actually doing the work - Silicon Canals

Deleting productivity apps led to increased output by eliminating the management of systems that masked actual productivity.
Roam Research
fromFt
1 month ago

The best tech for tricking out your home office

AI transcription services have evolved into essential tools, with Plaud Note Pro being a standout user-friendly option.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

AI promises to free workers from grunt work, but psychologists say those mindless tasks are exactly what our brains need to recover | Fortune

Eliminating menial tasks with AI may reduce productivity by removing necessary breaks for mental bandwidth and problem-solving.
Software development
fromZDNET
1 month ago

Noi brings all your favorite AI tools together in one desktop interface - no more app switching

Noi simplifies access to multiple AI services through a single user interface.
Productivity
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

Best iPad apps to boost productivity and make your life easier | TechCrunch

iPads have evolved into versatile productivity tools with numerous apps available to enhance organization and focus.
Apple
fromPocket-lint
1 month ago

Your iPad can multitask like a Mac - here's how

iPadOS 26's Stage Manager with Windowed Apps enables Mac-like multitasking, allowing iPad users to resize and rearrange multiple windows simultaneously for professional productivity workflows.
Gadgets
fromMUO
1 month ago

I didn't need a super ultrawide monitor until I worked from home with one

A 32:9 aspect ratio monitor replaces multi-screen setups, significantly improving productivity by displaying three full-sized windows simultaneously with superior focus and efficiency.
fromMedium
2 months ago

AI won't (re)generate your focus

You settle in for a quick scroll through your feed, maybe just to unwind for a minute or two. But somewhere between a cooking hack and a clip you've already forgotten, forty minutes vanished. It's all a blur. Welcome to the era of infinite content and finite attention, where our brains are working overtime just to keep up with the deluge.
Digital life
Gadgets
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

As browser wars heat up, Chrome adds new productivity features | TechCrunch

Google Chrome adds Split View, PDF annotations, and Save to Google Drive while integrating Gemini AI to respond to growing AI-driven browser competition.
Artificial intelligence
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

The Rise of AI 'Brain Fry'

Microsoft launches Copilot Cowork, an AI agent tool that converts user requests into executable plans across M365 apps, representing a shift from scattered AI features toward unified language-based task automation.
Productivity
fromComputerworld
2 months ago

Task management software gets an agentic boost

Agentic AI is transforming task management apps from passive trackers into autonomous workflow agents that auto-generate processes, balance capacity, and reduce administrative overhead.
fromMedium
2 months ago

NotebookLM: 5 Tips & Tricks to Maximize Your Efficiency

NotebookLM is quietly becoming one of the most powerful tools for serious thinking work; yet most people use only a fraction of its potential. If you work with research, strategy, product thinking, or complex data research & analysis, NotebookLM can dramatically improve the quality of your decisions. I've demonstrated what NotebookLM is capable of in the article NotebookLM for Product Designers.
Artificial intelligence
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