A grounded look at why tech reviewers keep getting the iPad wrong. When you actually buy and use your devices every day, the iPad—especially the 13-inch Air—proves itself as a practical, flexible, and reliable tool that fits real-world workflows far better than reviewers admit.
After years of hopping between to-do apps, I finally realized the truth: productivity has very little to do with the tool you use and everything to do with how you hold yourself accountable.
After years of trying to make laptops fit my workflow, I’ve finally accepted that the iPad Air just makes more sense for how I see and work. It’s not just about specs or power — it’s about how naturally it fits into my daily life and accessibility needs.
I’ve used both a laptop and an iPad for years, but one of them clearly fits my life better. For someone with low vision, the iPad’s touch-based design and flexibility make it more than just a tablet — it’s a better way to work.
After a month with the iPhone 17, I’ve realized that what matters most isn’t the specs—it’s how the device fits into your day-to-day life. Downsizing from the Pro Max has helped me stay focused, lighten my load, and appreciate the small details that make the iPhone feel personal again.
Building something from scratch online isn’t all wins and breakthroughs. It’s confusion, doubt, and constant recalibration. But every small step forward still counts.
I’ve been using my Surface Laptop more and Apple’s apps less, not because I’m switching sides — but because I’m finding freedom in using tools that work everywhere. This isn’t about picking ecosystems; it’s about staying flexible.
Apple’s newest software updates look different, but not necessarily better. For me, the changes feel more like distraction than innovation — and they’ve actually pushed me back toward using my PC.
I’ve always considered myself a mobile-first kind of person, but recently I’ve been exploring accessibility features on my Windows laptop — and I’m surprised by how much faster and more comfortable it’s becoming.
A small but powerful feature hides at the bottom of your iPhone’s Accessibility settings. Per-App Settings lets you fine-tune how each app looks and behaves — from text size to Smart Invert — creating a more comfortable, personalized experience.
You don’t always need an app. Sometimes the web version of a service works better — especially when you can zoom, adjust, and control how you see the information. Accessibility means choosing what works best for you.
ChatGPT can be more than a writing tool—it’s an accessibility companion. From reading small print to identifying colors and hex codes, it’s helped me work around low vision and colorblindness in creative, everyday ways.