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Ep 40See You Later, Nerds

Alex and Matthew talk about the close of the beta season – and the close of the show.Both tried to test iOS as best they could, but bugs and real life took their toll. That being said, Siri Shortcuts and the updates coming soon look to be exciting as ever.Please stay tuned towards the end of the episode for a raw conversation about the future of Supercomputer.Find us elsewhere:Join the Shortcuts User Group chat Alex Cox (@AlexCox)Alex's podcasts Two Headed Girl, Roboism, & The Robot and the UnicornMatthew Cassinelli (@mattcassinelli)Matthew on YouTube and TwitchMatthew’s website ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Sep 10, 20191h 16m

Ep 39Android Just Smells Like Home (feat. Julia Skott)

Matthew hosts special guest Julia Skott – quite literally in his home. Julia's all about Android, but uses an iPad and Mac, so the two have a lot to talk about. Plus Julia is just a blast.Links from the show:How I Edit Podcasts on the iPad using Ferrite | MacStoriesWhy we don’t want you and your Android green bubbles in our iMessage chat | Fast CompanyFollow Julia Skott (@JuliaSkott) on TwitterListen to Julia's podcast Make Do on Relay FMFind us elsewhere:Supercomputer (@_supercomputer)@_supercomputer on InstagramAlex Cox (@AlexCox)Alex's podcasts Two Headed Girl, Roboism, & The Robot and the UnicornMatthew Cassinelli (@mattcassinelli)Matthew on YouTube and TwitchMatthew’s websiteEpisode summary:Julia starts by explaining how she turned off all of Matthew's lights, then details her relationship with Bixby and her experience with work iPhones. But—thankfully—she's part of the "larger format iOS world" thanks to apps like Procreate and the Apple Pencil. Matthew prods Julia about which apps are really keeping her on Android, and she mentions often it's the time cost that prevents major changes. Which of course leads to ways Matthew spends too much effort on projects at the wrong time, before refocusing on the various little apps that still work on Android while iOS breaks compatibility.Matthew holds his first Android phone in years and examines it as Julia mentions all the little things that make the experience in the face of, say, corporate decisions. Matthew also cedes that much of the customization is baked-in instead of requiring developer adoption, especially since Julia is from Sweden and she quite literally needs products rebuilt with different letters.Then the conversation steers towards Matthew's accidental but not really but well-meaning iMessage shaming of Julia, which leads to some pondering of how much real-world fallout there actually is over Android vs iOS.The two head towards the end of the discussion talking about learning iPad by way of necessity for work, the mix of natural intuitiveness alongside gestures you'd almost never discover, and getting moisture in the input of oversized smartphones.From there, Julia espouses the benefits of her pop socket, Matthew brings back the pinky ledge conversation, and Julia ends with a great point: you can predict what tech might be like, but you can't predict the world and how much people have learned yet. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Sep 6, 201951 min

Ep 38Interview w/ Greg Pierce, creator of x-callback-url

While Alex was away, Matthew interviewed developer Greg Pierce, creator of Drafts and the x-callback-url spec that kicked off deeper interest in iOS automation.The show starts with the basics of deep linking & how URLs are traditionally used, before diving into the good stuff straight from the source.Greg explains the benefits and drawbacks of early mobile automation, plus potential adoption of what’s soon to come, then covers how he’s using the new Siri Shortcuts capabilities alongside his own automation app Drafts.He also has thoughts on ways to extend Siri Shortcuts to run from other apps, plus sneaks in some details about what’s coming to Drafts for Mac.Then Matthew is embarrassed he doesn’t know JavaScript but commits to learning some new tricks, plus shares how almost everything he’s done has gone through Drafts at one point.Look for updates Drafts for iOS and Mac coming this fall with iOS 13 and macOS Catalina – make sure to sign up for a Drafts Pro subscription too, because it’s well worth your money and you get to support a great guy like Greg too.Links from the show:GetDrafts.comDrafts for iOSDrafts for MacAction DirectoryDrafts CommunityGetting Started with DraftsDrafts referenceAgileTortoise.comx-callback-url specMacStories archive of Drafts coverageFind us elsewhere:Supercomputer (@_supercomputer)@_supercomputer on InstagramAlex Cox (@AlexCox)Alex's podcasts Two-Headed Girl, Roboism, and The Robot & The UnicornMatthew Cassinelli (@mattcassinelli)Matthew on YouTube and TwitchMatthew's website ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Jul 26, 201947 min

Ep 37Your Phone, Your Choice

After a few weeks, Alex & Matthew are back to talk about the beta experiences so far. Matthew hung out in Apple Business Chat, Alex gets excited about Automation triggers, and everyone is assigned a book for summer reading.Links from the show:ATP #332: Fuzzy Muppet Felt | Accidental Tech PodcastDamonLight AirPods ear thingiesHome Screen Icon Creator: A Shortcut to Create Custom Icons for Apps, Contacts, Solid Colors, and More | MacStories #11: Shortcuts Homescreens! | Automators"Starting my entire Home Screen from scratch for the new iOS/iPadOS" | @mattcassinelli#74: Fixing John’s Mixed Up, Messed Up, Broken Home Screen | AppStoriesShortcuts Actions table | MatthewCassinelli.comAutomation triggers table | MatthewCassinelli.comTwo-Headed Girl, a podcast by Alex and Mattie CoxShow notesStarting out, Matthew tried out Business Chat in Messages for his defunct left AirPod and Alex recommends ear thingies if yours don't fit. This led to a quick aside on the name HomePod.Matthew's world blends across the iOS beta lines, especially since he needs to import .shortcut files that can't be added in iOS 13. After drastic measures, Matthew saved all his shortcuts as iCloud links—for his work—and organized them all with own information.In reference to URL scheme-based shortcuts being irrelevant soon, Alex asks for clarification on what's now possible for apps who want to use Siri Shortcuts. Matthew gives some details before accidentally triggering Siri, which turns into a discussion about how broken the betas are.Both hosts get into it over the Public Beta – should you install it? Is it responsible to recommend that? Matthew reveals how many radars he's filed in the past, while Alex might be the model beta citizen.Alex ponders what it means for iPadOS to be its own thing, and Matthew mentions how Pocket didn't take iPad seriously for too long. This leads to mention of Instapaper and an classic improper explanation of what GDPR means, and apps now gone from Shortcuts that might be coming back in iOS 13.Both your hosts then dive into the Automation trigger capabilities, including what will and won't work in the background – NFC is the most fun so far. This also leads into Personal vs. Home automations & what's new for the Home app, before "in theory" triggers Siri again.Finally, Matthew assigns the book Atomic Habits to everyone as a summer reading project. Both hosts will be reworking their devices for the new updates and Home Screen shortcuts, so read along too before reconvening to discuss learnings from the book & how the experiments went.We'll be doing a few guest episodes coming up soon, so stay tuned for those as well. Otherwise, the show is on a slower summer schedule – feel free to tweet us anytime though 😎Find us elsewhere:Supercomputer (@_supercomputer)@_supercomputer on InstagramAlex Cox (@AlexCox)Alex's new show Two-Headed GirlMatthew Cassinelli (@mattcassinelli)Matthew on YouTube and Twitch ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Jul 16, 201956 min

Ep 36A Billion Pockets, Y'all!

Alex and Matthew are back from WWDC (for real this time) and are VERY excited about Shortcuts. Alex also briefly shouts about the Mac Pro, and Matthew needs a monitor. Find us elsewhere:Supercomputer (@_supercomputer)Alex Cox (@AlexCox)Matthew Cassinelli (@mattcassinelli)Matthew on YouTube and TwitchMatthew’s website@_supercomputer on Instagram ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Jun 17, 20191h 5m

Ep 35WWDC 2030 Predictions

Matthew and Alex share their insights into neo-modern Apple from the year 2030.Listen in as they discuss what to expect from the upcoming WWDC, and reflect on how far things have come since 2019.Find us elsewhere:WWDC 2019 in San JoseSupercomputer (@_supercomputer)Alex Cox (@AlexCox)Matthew Cassinelli (@mattcassinelli)Matthew on YouTube and TwitchMatthew’s website@_supercomputer on Instagram ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

May 30, 201916 min

Ep 34A Freaky Friday Situation

This week, Alex and Matthew realize that they are slowly becoming each other. Matthew describes his whole interconnected mess of apps, time tracking tools, and shortcuts. Alex only has three emotions. Matthew turned Things into Omnifocus. Links from the show:OmniFocus - task management for Mac, iPad, and iPhoneAsanaThe all-new Things. Your to-do list for Mac & iOSToggl - Free Time Tracking SoftwareTimeryAgenda - Date-focused Note Taking.HURRY SLOWLY is a podcast about pacing yourself, hosted by Jocelyn K. GleiNotebooks for iPad, iPhone, Mac and PC • NotebooksUlyssesOpen Agenda shortcutAgenda Projects shortcutFind us elsewhere:Supercomputer (@_supercomputer)Alex Cox (@AlexCox)Matthew Cassinelli (@mattcassinelli)Matthew on YouTube and TwitchMatthew’s website@_supercomputer on Instagram ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

May 24, 201951 min

Ep 33AppleScript Wasn't Born in a Day

Following last week's after one day, a discussion of Matthew's morning routine sparks discussion about how Apple is changing.Plus, how order of operations matters, what the intersection of Arts and Technology means, and being funny on the internet.Alex had so much caffeine. Matthew swallowed a frog.Links from the showHome - MindNodeDrafts. Where Text Starts.Nebo | MyScriptThe Talk Show ✪: Ep. 248, With Special Guest Peter KafkaFocused - Relay FMJust Press RecordFind us elsewhere:Supercomputer (@_supercomputer)Alex Cox (@AlexCox)Matthew Cassinelli (@mattcassinelli)Matthew on YouTube and TwitchMatthew’s website@_supercomputer on Instagram ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

May 15, 201956 min

Ep 32A Little Circle to Poke

It’s a real grab bag of topics on this very special Emergency Pod™️. Home screens are rearranged, task management apps are debated, and there are even some challenges assigned.Matthew hates tapping into folders. Alex got excited about the mafia. Neither of them can say the word “prescient.”Links from the show:Drafts. Where Text Starts. | DraftsThe all-new Things. Your to-do list for Mac & iOSOmniFocus - task management for Mac, iPad, and iPhoneHow to Configure Your iPhone to Work for You, Not Against YouYearly Themes | Fundamentally BrokenA Tumbleweed of Pubes and Dust | Do By FridayClockwise #292: The Drums are the Worst Part - Relay FMToggl Desktop App - Track Time On Your DesktopTwo Headed GirlThe Checklist Manifesto: How to Get Things Right: Atul Gawande - Amazon.com: BooksIt's All Too Much: An Easy Plan for Living a Richer Life with Less Stuff: Peter Walsh - Amazon.com: BooksTikTok - Real Short VideosFocused - Relay FMMatt D'Avella - YouTube‎Brella - Personal Weather on the App StoreFind us elsewhere:Supercomputer (@_supercomputer)Alex Cox (@AlexCox)Matthew Cassinelli (@mattcassinelli)Matthew on YouTube and TwitchMatthew’s website@_supercomputer on Instagram ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

May 8, 20191h 8m

Ep 31The Notes and Friends We Made Along the Way

Matthew and Alex finally have The Talk. About notes.Alex is shocked by text bundles, Matthew spreads his notes' ashes across a bunch of apps, and they both talk about the long-term sustainability of various notes databases.Links from the show:Field Notes | Memo Books, Notebooks, Journals & PlannersNebo | MyScriptCaptio for iOSThink with Paper by FiftyThreePlanet Irony | A Comic That Happens to Be Self AwareUlyssesWelcome to TextBundle.org!Notebooks for iPad, iPhone, Mac and PCNotion | The all-in-one workspace for your notes, tasks, wikis, and databasesSo Long, And Thanks for All the “i”sAirtableMindNodeAgenda | Date-focused Note TakingAgenda for iOS Review | MacStoriesSupercomputer 24: The Video Production Can of WormsTickTick | Todo list, checklist and task manager app for Android, iPhone and WebShortcuts actions gallery | Matthew CassinelliSlugline. Simply Screenwriting.Find us elsewhere:Supercomputer (@_supercomputer)Alex Cox (@AlexCox)Matthew Cassinelli (@mattcassinelli)Matthew on YouTube and TwitchMatthew’s website@_supercomputer on Instagram ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

May 1, 20191h 0m

Ep 30Snacking On Digital Minimalism

This week, Alex and Matthew cover Cal Newport’s new book Digital Minimalism and its impact.Alex is thirsty, Matthew becomes one with nature, and both recommend different books by women in addition (instead?).Links from the showDigital Minimalism by Cal NewportWhy you should allow yourself to buy booksHow to be BoredBen McCarthy tweet about using notebooksLizzo’s new album Cuz I Love YouLizzo’s debut EP Coconut OilDeciding to Stan myselfBored and Brilliant by Manoush ZomorodiWhy We Automate | Dr. DrangTally by Greg PierceHow to use Tally by Joe CieplinskiShortcut for not using Twitter when you want to Do SomethingShortcut to Process ThoughtsStephen’s private Twitter from Journaling with Day One on Mac Power UsersFind us elsewhereAlex Cox (@AlexCox)Matthew Cassinelli (@mattcassinelli)Matthew Cassinelli on YouTubeMatthew Cassinelli on Twitch.TV@_supercomputer on Instagram ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Apr 23, 20191h 2m

Ep 29It's Pretty Much All My Fault

This week, Alex invites a DIFFERENT Matthew onto the show to talk about their home automation setup. Show NotesChicago Weather Alexa and Other Amazon Tube FriendsSiriGoogle AssistantGoogle Home HubGoogle PixelAmazon Echo ShowAmazon Fire PhoneFyre FestivalFind us elsewhereMattie Cox (@mattiercox)Alex Cox (@AlexCox)Matthew Cassinelli (@mattcassinelli)Matthew Cassinelli on YouTubeMatthew Cassinelli on Twitch.TV@_supercomputer on Instagram ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Apr 16, 201934 min

Ep 28So Mini Problems, So Little Time

Alex and Matthew review the new iPad mini! Find out where the Mini fits in their lives.Both tried out the Logitech Crayon, integrated it into their workflow, and came to the same conclusion...(If your version has uneven audio levels, re-download for a fixed track)Find us elsewhereAlex Cox (@AlexCox)Matthew Cassinelli (@mattcassinelli)Matthew Cassinelli on YouTubeMatthew Cassinelli on Twitch.TV@_supercomputer on Instagram ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Apr 10, 201947 min

Ep 27Into The Weeds (feat. Rosemary Orchard)

The fabulous Rosemary Orchard joins as the first guest on Supercomputer – and she blows your hosts’ minds.Rose talks about how she became an Automator, Matthew gets convinced to use Airtable again despite Alex’s protests, and everybody loves Drafts.Links from the episodeDrafts for Mac: The MacStories Review | by Rosemary OrchardDrafts 5.4 coverage from Tim Nahumck | MacStoriesThe Sweet Setup Images shortcut for saving images to use alongside DraftsSave Article to Dropbox | Drafts Action DirectoryWhen And Why I Automate | Dr DrangIdentifying Opportunities for Automation | Workflow DocumentationIdentifying Opportunities for Automation in Shortcuts | Shortcuts User GuideMixed Automation: iOS Shortcuts for macOS Automation | MacStories, part of iPad Diaries seriesZapierFind us (and Rose!) elsewhereRosemary Orchard (@RosemaryOrchard) on TwitterRosemaryOrchard.comAutomators on Relay.FMAlex Cox (@AlexCox)Matthew Cassinelli (@mattcassinelli)Matthew Cassinelli on YouTube@_supercomputer on Instagram ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Apr 2, 20191h 5m

Ep 26Shortcuts 2.2: All About Your Notes

Matthew tells Alex all about Shortcuts 2.2 – including a secret hidden in the Notes actions.Links from the showBaidu Maps Quick Capture into Ulysses using Shortcuts | The Sweet SetupMocktail by Jordan MerrickFind Us ElsewhereAlex Cox (@AlexCox)Matthew Cassinelli (@mattcassinelli)Matthew Cassinelli on YouTubeSupercomputer on YouTube@_supercomputer on InstagramSupport the show on Patreon ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Mar 26, 201934 min

Ep 25I Get Most Work Done On My Phone

Your hosts discuss the primary computer of most people: their phones.Alex does most of her work from the phone, Matthew is trying, and both agree that a paired-down version of a desktop app is unacceptable in 2019.Links from the show:Roboism live at C2E2PAX EastUse Tabs In Safari on iPad | Apple SupportDrafts for Mac coming March 26Using Spotlight on iPad to drag apps into Split View | RedditAirtableNotionFind Us ElsewhereAlex Cox (@AlexCox)Matthew Cassinelli (@mattcassinelli)Matthew Cassinelli on YouTubeSupercomputer on YouTube@_supercomputer on InstagramSupport the show on Patreon ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Mar 20, 201941 min

Ep 24The Video Production Can Of Worms

This week, Alex shows Matthew how little he knows about video production.Alex drops film school knowledge, it becomes clear why Matthew should have stuck with Final Cut, and both fumble around with LumaFusion's limitations.Links from the showAvid media composerAdobe PremierFinal Cut ProLumaFusioniMovieFerrite updateSanDisk SD Card USB Type-C Reader (old model)Apple’s updated USB-C to SD Card ReaderKingston MobileLite Wireless G3 for wireless audio SD card transfer (via @TimChaten)RodeVideoMic Pro+ shotgun microphoneFinal Cut Pro X: What are libraries?LaCie 1 TB USB 3.0 and USB-C portable hard drive for storing librariesLaCie 4TB rugged hard drive, Thunderbolt that's stationary with Matthew’s iMacCards Against Humanity Weed PackVLC media playerHandbrakeFinal Cut Pro X: Assign camera names and multicam anglesFinal Cut Pro X: Multicam editing workflowFinal Cut Pro X: Apply color lookup tables (LUTs)Use color correction tools in Final Cut Pro X and MotionShutter Speed, Frame Rate, and the 180° Rule (in regards to shutter angle)Errol MorrisAlex GibneyBattleship PotemkinThe Mixing Secrets Behind Cardi B’s Grammy-Winning Album | The VergeFilmic ProLevelatorAuphonicAdobe AuditionIzotopeFinal Cut Pro X: Audio editing overviewTyler Stalman on YouTubeThe Stalman podcast with Matt D’Avella: How To Be A Minimalist CreatorMatt D’Avella on YouTubeIn The Blink Of An Eye by Walter MurchMacStories Shortcuts ArchiveFind Us ElsewhereAlex Cox (@AlexCox)Matthew Cassinelli (@mattcassinelli)Matthew Cassinelli on YouTubeSupercomputer on YouTube@_supercomputer on InstagramSupport the show on Patreon ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Mar 12, 20191h 22m

Ep 23I Have Control Issues

Alex and Matthew discuss the disappearance of Control Center – and how it overlaps with Shortcuts.Links from the showTim Cook tweet100 Apps That Work With Siri ShortcutsApple Support page on Control CenterFind Us ElsewhereAlex Cox (@AlexCox)Matthew Cassinelli (@mattcassinelli)Matthew Cassinelli on YouTubeSupercomputer on YouTube@_supercomputer on InstagramSupport the show on Patreon ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Mar 5, 201958 min

Ep 22The Case of the Last Case

Alex and Matthew reflect on the month’s Apple-related news, giving the hot takes some room and seeing how we’re feeling after some extra context. Plus, there’s a celebrity appearance.February News: Meet the 30-year Apple veteran who's taking over the company's stores around the worldWWDC 2019 Dates Confirmed: June 3-7 in San Jose [Updated]Exclusive: First look at unreleased Apple Smart Battery Case for iPhone XSHow did Apple’s AirPods go from mockery to millennial status symbol?Apple fails to block porn & gambling ‘Enterprise’ appsApple tells app developers to disclose or remove screen recording codeTwo New iPad Pro Models, 10.2-Inch iPad, and iPad Mini 5 Said to Launch in 2019Apple Plans on Combining iPhone, iPad, Mac Apps by 2021Open Supercomputer On YouTubeOur youngest fan ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Feb 26, 20191h 12m

Ep 21There Are Many Like It, But This Home Screen Is Mine

Alex and Matthew cover their home screens, so get ready to check show notes.Both hosts share their general approach to organizing the apps on their "iOS devices", plus why it matters – a little bit at least. Alex has more Shortcuts than Matthew, neither have that great of iPad setups, and both are hoping for more from Apple soon.Next week we're doing a new segment, so stay tuned.Links from the show:Alex's iPhone home screenMatthew's iPhone home screenAlex's iPad home screenWhat are iOS devices? | 9to5MacMatthew's reply to Stephen's tweet about iOS devicesObscuraOK VideoAudible audiobooks & originalsPokémon GOOvercastSlackFantastical 2 for iPhoneBearOmniFocus 3Launch Center ProToggl: Time Tracker for WorkFocusDay One JournalTrelloMindNode 5EvernoteYouTube: Watch, Listen, StreamCopiedDrafts 5: Capture ‣‣ ActThings 3ShortcutsJust Press RecordAdobe Lightroom CC@Peel on InstagramInstapaperReviews | Tools & ToysJosh Ginter | Tools & Toys Alvaro Serrano | Tools & ToysUlyssesTikTok - Real Short VideosHeadspace: MeditationLumaFusionPanasonic Image AppStitchPicsHow to make a full-page screenshot of an app or website with StitchPics | Matthew CassinelliFerrite Recording StudioBrusfriAuphonicFind Us ElsewhereAlex Cox (@AlexCox)Matthew Cassinelli (@mattcassinelli)Matthew Cassinelli on YouTubeSupercomputer on YouTube@_supercomputer on InstagramSupport the show on Patreon ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Feb 19, 201959 min

Ep 20I Want To Play On Easy Mode

This week, Matthew interviews Alex about how she gets work done at Cards Against Humanity. Plus Alex has a… great magic trick at the end.There’s checklists, task managers, and email talk – plus an announcement about Season 2!Watch the episode on YouTubeSupport the show with our new Patreon!Links from the episode:Cards Against HumanityOmniFocusThingsDrafts NewtonSuperhumanOpen from Overcast into YouTube shortcutFollow us elsewhere@_supercomputer@alexcox@mattcassinelliMatthew’s YouTubeType, a newsletter by Matthew Cassinelli ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Feb 11, 201959 min

Ep 19Oh, Anyway. Computers!

Alex and Matthew debut their first test episode as a video show on YouTube, after 18 previous audio-only episodes.But it’s still a podcast! You can just watch us talk if you want: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJSvmibqXPAp9iqCIIHBMuwTopics include the Google Home Hub, yearly themes, and our pitch to the world. Support our new Patreon too: https://www.patreon.com/supercomputer ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Feb 4, 201959 min

Ep 18Behind The Cute Curtain

Matthew and Alex talk about going from beginner shortcuts to the next level with the “If” scripting action, plus how this all could be a bit easier.Matthew enjoys his LEGO, Alex really wants to know about OAuth, and we tease next week’s opposing views on iPads.Links from the showMatthew’s “When Will The Rain Stop?” shortcut“Just realized the KonMari method is a Mark and Sweep garbage collection algorithm” – @dimasguardadoMerlin Mann calling Shortcuts “cute” on The Talk Show with John GruberMatthew’s newest YouTube video on the iPad Pros ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Jan 25, 201939 min

Ep 17Consumers and Their Fragile Minds

Matthew and Alex are here for the New Apple. Show NotesBest Note Taking App | Organize Your Notes with EvernoteApple is putting iTunes on Samsung TVs - The VergeHow to set up Apple Music on Echo speakers, set deault servicePlanet of the Apps — Watch on Apple Music.Black Mirror: Bandersnatch | Netflix Official SiteHomePod: A practical review – The Sweet SetupApple promotes John Giannandrea to SVP of ML and AI Strategy after hiring ex-Google search chief in April - 9to5MacATP: Island of Shortcuts Matthew Cassinelli - YouTubeMatthew Cassinelli – Shortcuts, technology, and tipsRoboism - Relay FMAlex Cox (@AlexCox) | Twitter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Jan 17, 201941 min

Ep 16The OG GTD

This week, Matthew and Alex explore some of their holiday experiments, as well as how to value your time as much as you value your computer. Show NotesTickTick: Todo list, checklist and task manager app for Android, iPhone and WebGetting Things Done® - David Allen’s GTD® MethodologyInstapaperBe FocusedKonMari – Founded by Marie Kondo.It’s All Too Much: An Easy Plan for Living a Richer Life with Less Stuff - Kindle edition by Peter Walsh. Crafts, Hobbies & Home Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Jan 11, 201930 min

Ep 15I Can’t Be Trusted With A Computer

This week, Matthew talks about getting his work done entirely on iOS, and Alex talks about her love of tomatos.Links from the showHomescreen tweetDr Drang piece on AirtableAlex's Earhole shortcutTickTickCarrot WeatherTickTick URL SchemeJeff Perry question on time trackingWhere You Can Get Angry at UsMatthew Cassinelli - YouTubeMatthew Cassinelli (@mattcassinelli) | TwitterAlex Coxmas 🎄 (@AlexCox) | Twittersupercomputer (@_supercomputer) • Instagram photos and videos ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Nov 30, 20181h 5m

Ep 14Least Sexy, But Amazing

This week, Matthew ponders why you can’t get real work done on iOS, and Alex works herself into a tizzy about Pokémon and old men. Links from the ShowSteve Jobs: “Who wants a stylus?” - Apple - Steve Jobs at Macworld 2007 in San Francisco - YouTubeTickTick: Todo list, checklist and task manager app for Android, iPhone and WebTyler Stalman - YouTubeHomepage | Pokémon GoPokémon: Let’s Go, Pikachu! and Pokémon: Let’s Go, Eevee! | Official Pokémon SiteAnimal Crossing: Pocket Camp | NintendoZach Gage on Twitter: “so I’ve basically replaced my twitter habit with pokemon go and my life is a lot better”iOS 11: iPad Wishes and Concept Video – MacStoriesMoving to iPad Pro? SIX gestures you should know! - YouTubeDrafts. Where Text Starts. | DraftsPassword Manager for Families, Businesses, Teams | 1Password‎Adobe Lightroom CC on the App StoreLightroom presets | EtsyMac Power Users #434: PDF Workflows - Relay FMInstapaperPocketI tried to edit an ENTIRE video on iPad Pro… - YouTubeFederico Viticci on Twitter: “The beauty of computers is that they won’t judge you.Use whatever computer you prefer. Use a terminal, a Mac, a PC, a phone, an iPad, a Chromebook. It doesn’t matter. The work you do matters.Never let anyone tell you that the way you create something is wrong. Just do it.❤”Nebo | MyScriptWhere You Can Get Angry at UsMatthew Cassinelli - YouTubeMatthew Cassinelli (@mattcassinelli) | TwitterAlex Coxmas 🎄 (@AlexCox) | Twittersupercomputer (@_supercomputer) • Instagram photos and videos ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Nov 23, 20181h 17m

Ep 13No One Is Taking Away Your Computer

In a caffeine-fueled rage, Alex & Matthew pleasantly discuss the viability of iPad Pros as computers.Both enjoy their self-made armchairs as Matthew runs out of breath and Alex ponders the effect of reviews.Links from the ShowMatthew’s empty Shortcuts libraryThe Talk Show #234: ‘Welcome to Dongletropolis’, With Special Guest Merlin MannJason Snell convoiPad User GuideShortcuts User GuideGboard - the Google KeyboardApple Support on TwitterApple Support on YouTubeThis is Phil Schiller’s Grand Unified Theory of AppleTip about Continue In App in reply to Dr. DrangTweet Deets for GruberConvo with some guy named Matthew PanzarinoOutlaw Kingon NetflixKick Ass kidFind us elsewhere@_supercomputer on Twitter@_supercomputer on Instagram@alexcox on Twitter@mattcassinelli on Twittermatthewcassinelli.comMatthew Cassinelli on YouTubeSubmission form for Shortcuts questions on Airtable (answers coming soon!) ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Nov 16, 201858 min

Ep 12Rainbow Gesture 🌈

Your hosts’ iPads have arrived! Matthew wants to change the way we think about the philosophy of Apple, and Alex is very concerned about folios big and small.Links from the showReview: The iPad Pro and the power of the Pen(cil) а TechCrunchBuy iPad Pro Smart Keyboard Folio - AppleCrappy iPad CoverLogitech Crayon Digital iPad Pencil for StudentsApple Pencil Case - Saddle Brown - AppleiPhone XS Leather Folio - Forest Green - AppleLumaFusion | LumaTouchFind us elsewhere@_supercomputer on Twitter@_supercomputer on Instagram@alexcox on Twitter@mattcassinelli on Twittermatthewcassinelli.comMatthew Cassinelli on YouTubeSubmission form for Shortcuts questions on Airtable (answers coming soon!) ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Nov 9, 201856 min

Ep 11The Medium Place

After Apple's October event, Alex and Matthew convince themselves into and out of, then back into buying iPad Pros.Alex has feelings, Matthew tries to help, and there's some butchered analogies along the way. Plus, they talk about the new update to Shortcuts.Links from the showMatthew switching to AutomatorFerrite Recording Studio for iOSStephen Hackett on Twitter: “Google Docs is going to make the new iPad a mess “The Good Place on NBC Steve Troughton-Smith on Twitter (not Steve Streza)Casey Neistat on TwitterMark Bramhill 💓 on TwitterLumaFusion for iOSBuild your own Siri Shortcuts: “What’s My Day Like?” - YouTube)Shortcuts 2.1 Update! NEW actions + HomePod changes - YouTubeGetting Started with Workflow – MacStoriesWorkflow Alarms - ShortcutiPad Pro: hands-on with Apple’s new all-screen tablet - The VergePhoto Import - ShortcutFind us online@_supercomputer on Twitter@_supercomputer on Instagram@alexcox on Twitter@mattcassinelli on Twittermatthewcassinelli.comMatthew Cassinelli on YouTubeSubmission form for Shortcuts questions on Airtable ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Nov 2, 201858 min

Ep 10Smart Homery

Matthew smashes his buttons and Alex gets carried away with HomeKit aspirations before speculating about Apple's Fall Event. Links from the EpisodeSmart House Hue Lights Pop Smart ButtonPhillips Hue SwitchHomeKit Logi Circle Reminders as My Day-to-day Lifeline (Powered by Shortcuts)Split Multi-ReminderNeatmoBrella Log Caffeine Apple Shortcuts: The Bicycle for the Mind is Back, but it’s ElectricUpgrade LIVE in ChicagoFerriteShortcuts in 3 Minutes! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Oct 25, 201858 min

Ep 9The Allegory of Dark Mode

Your hosts are back after a short break – and they talked about a bunch of shortcuts for day-to-day tasks.Alex and Matthew cover about how they use reminders, go off on using Twitter vs Tweetbot, and channel their inner philosopher.Links from the episodeMatthew’s collab with Rene RitchieDue | App StoreMatthew’s Save to Things Inbox or Today shortcutAlex’s Estimate Meeting Travel Time shortcutAlex’s When Do I Need to Leave By? shortcutAlex’s Create Multiple Events with Fantastical shortcutMatthew’s Today’s Date Formats shortcutMatthew’s View Custom Date Formats shortcutAlex’s Music shortcutMatthew’s Weekly reviews shortcut (with calendar week format)Prizmo Go | App StoreJust Press Record | App StoreOmniFocus chevron shortcut (for use with nested projects)My TOP 10 Shortcuts! Built working at Apple | YouTube)Submission form for Shortcuts questions | AirtableFind us online@_supercomputer on Twitter@_supercomputer on Instagram@alexcox on Twitter@mattcassinelli on Twittermatthewcassinelli.comMatthew Cassinelli on YouTube ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Oct 18, 20181h 6m

Ep 8Agile Turtle

Your hosts dive into task managers like OmniFocus and Things, but it turns out to be a lot to cover – stay tuned for the second installment!Alex loves her tags, Matthew defends Things from Alex’s violent opposition, and there’s a silly rant at the end about Marvel Netflix shows.Links from the showThings for iOS and Mac | Cultured CodeOmniFocus – task management for Mac and iOS | The Omni Group Reeder app for iOS and Mac | ★ ReederThings 3.6 Reimagines External Keyboard Control on iPad | MacStoriesThings URL Scheme support page | Cultured CodeDesigning better file organization around tags, not hierarchies | Nayuki (via MacDrifter)Things on iOS: The Complete Guide to Automations and Workflows | The Sweet SetupCanvas #70: Task Managers in 2018 | Relay FMRosemary (@rosemaryorchard) | TwitterDugtrio | Google Image SearchThings 3.7 adds Siri Shortcuts support and templates, plus Landscape on iPhone | The Sweet SetupUsing Siri Shortcuts with OmniFocus | The Omni GroupDrafts. Where Text Starts.Things Parser 2.0 for Drafts 5 | PolyMathsThe Checklist Manifesto: How to Get Things Right | Atul Gawande on AmazonGetting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity | David Allen on AmazonDrafts is finally coming to the Mac | Cult of MacGreg Pierce (@agiletortoise) | TwitterCortex #75: Home Again | Relay FMPee tape shortcut | Alex CoxDo By FridayRoboism | Relay.FMTwo Headed GirlFind us online@_supercomputer on Twitter@_supercomputer on Instagram@alexcox on Twitter@mattcassinelli on Twittermatthewcassinelli.comMatthew Cassinelli on YouTube ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Oct 4, 20181h 10m

Ep 7I'm Just Petting My Wrist Right Now

Your hosts discuss their new Apple treats, the shift to using shortcuts in day to day life, and forging ahead with magic variables.Links from the showWorkflow introduces Magic Variables for Easier, More Poweful Visual Automation | MacStoriesCanvas #29: Workflow – Magic Variables | Relay FMPinky ledge tweet | @mattcassinelliiPhone XS wallpaper | 9to5MacJust Because: How Apple's Awesome Motion Watch Faces Are Made | HodinkeeWhy Apple Watch is more important than iPhone | Rene Ritchie on YouTubeShortcuts Basics: understanding the Shortcuts app | Matthew Cassinelli on YouTubeMyke on Todoist’s dark theme video | @imyke on TwitterMyke on Spark’s dark theme video too | @imyke on TwitterSiri and the Rock save the day | Apple on YouTubeSpeak Text | Shortcut by Matthew CassinelliHow to use Workflow for iOS when you don’t know where to start | Federico Viticci on iMoreView Source | Shortcut from the GalleryCount Shortcuts | Shortcut by Matthew CassinelliAre You in the 1 Percent? LinkedIn Congratulates Its Elite Members | MashableUse Siri Shortcuts to automatically connect your HomePod to your iPhone using AirPlay | iMoreFederico’s polite correction on Matthew’s mistakeShortcut phrases for all the great shows | @_brianhamiltonUpgrade #211: You Will Pay | Relay FMDrafts 5: Capture ‣‣ Act | App StoreThinking About Attention - Walk With Me | CGP Grey 2 on YouTubeYosemite tee | Andrew Smith << correction, not UgMonkGather system | UgMonkFind us online@_supercomputer on Twitter@_supercomputer on Instagram@alexcox on Twitter@mattcassinelli on Twittermatthewcassinelli.comMatthew Cassinelli on YouTube ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Sep 27, 201856 min

Ep 6Butts to the Max

This week, your hosts are excited for the release of iOS 12 and Shortcuts! Matthew reveals some behind the scenes lunch strategies from his time at Workflow, Alex wants a way to track when she’s late, and both talk about their iPhone choices.This episode covers some of the confusion between Siri Shortcuts and what the Shortcuts app can do. So, listen now and in the future for more shortcuts examples and links!Links from the episode:‎Shortcuts on the App StoreShortcuts EXPLAINED! Did Siri actually get better? | YouTubeiOS 12 | AppleiOS 12: The MacStories Review | MacStoriesDaisy is Apple’s new iPhone recycling robot | The VergeGetting started with the Shortcuts app | iMoreShortcuts User Guide | AppleThings on iOS: The Complete Guide to Automations and Workflow | The Sweet Setup Automators | Relay FMtwoheadedgirlfm (@twoheadedgirlfm) | TwitterSUPERCOMPUTER (@_supercomputer) | Twitter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Sep 20, 20181h 15m

Ep 5Vaporface

Matthew explains the whole September 12th Apple event to Alex – hear her real reactions to the iPhone naming strategies.Also, Matthew details his fall, both are excited about HomePod, and one of them starts a #crispy YouTube channel. Smash that Like and Subscribe button – or not, up to you really.Links in this episodeiPhone XS MaxComparing Apple Watch sizesComparison of iPhone sizesNew Apple Watch Series 4 faces and complicationTim’s trolling tweetThey played us!Bob, come in here!Life Alert for Apple WatchHow Apple Watch saved my lifeHow an Apple Watch Saved This Man From A Life-Threatening Blood ClotApple Watch Series 4 – Real StoriesMint mojito#vapelifeMatthew’s tweet about new Youtube channel ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Sep 14, 201848 min

Ep 4Suitcase is Charging!

This week, your hosts discuss their travel checklists – Alex hates planes, Matthew loves a good snack, and both will be at XOXO this weekend! Come say hi! If you’re enjoying the show so far, please rate the show in iTunes and Recommend it in Overcast if you use it. Both help spread the show to new users, so we’d really appreciate the support!Links from the show:TripIt - Travel Itinerary - Trip PlannerSearch Flights, Hotels & Rental Cars | KAYAKCheap Flights, Cheap Hotels, and Travel Search | HipmunkExpedia Travel: Search Hotels, Cheap Flights, Car Rentals & VacationsHotels.com - Deals & Discounts for Hotel Reservations from Luxury Hotels to Budget AccommodationsHome | Rosemary OrchardAutomators - Relay FMThe all-new Things. Your to-do list for Mac & iOSThings on iOS: The Complete Guide to Automations and WorkflowsHow to Fill Out OmniFocus Project Templates with Workflow | Rosemary Orchardx-callback-urlDrafts (@draftsapp) | TwitterTriggers: Creating Behavior That Lasts—Becoming the Person You Want to Be: Marshall Goldsmith, Mark Reiter: 9780804141239: Amazon.com: BooksWhole Food Protein Bars with Real Ingredients | RXBARSoylent ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Sep 6, 20181h 0m

Ep 3Foam Paradise

This week, your hosts cover their morning routines – Alex has a regimen, Matthew has almost none, and both dream up ways Shortcuts might change things.If you're enjoying the show so far, please rate the show in iTunes and Recommend it in Overcast if you use it. Both help spread the show to new users, so we'd really appreciate the support!Links from the episodeWho Actually Designed Steve Jobs’ Famous Mock Turtlenecks? | TIMEMy Number One Productivity Tip | Shawn BlancOmnifocus 3 for Mac to ship in September | OmniGroupThe Best Water Bottles for 2018: Reviews by Wirecutter | A New York Times CompanyFat Yoshi | Know Your MemePossible solution to Fat Yoshi | Alex Guyot on TwitterIntroduction to Siri Shortcuts | WWDC 2018 Videos | Apple DeveloperThe Best iPod Prediction Ever Made | GizmodoLaunch Center Pro | ContrastJim Carrey's (Reluctant) Return to Hollywood: At Home With an Actor, Artist and Trump-Era Agitator | Hollywood ReporterCortex #72: Adulting Complete | Relay FMThings 3 Review: The Best Productivity and GTD Suite for iPhone, iPad, and Mac | The Sweet SetupWe have accounts for the show on Twitter and Instagram too – we will do another Instagram Live stream while we're both at XOXO, so follow us there to get notified! Find more episodes on our website at supercomputer.fm ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Aug 28, 201852 min

Ep 2Silly Siri Foibles

In the second installment of the Supercomputer audio entertainment technology show, your hosts talk digital assistants – mostly Siri, Alexa, and some Google Assistant, but even Cortana & Bixby get a shoutout.Matthew will trigger your Echo, Alex will trigger your HomePod, and we learn how everybody hates that one guy.Links from the episodeBreville Infuser espresso machineDanesi Caffe Gold espresso beansVector 125: Siri Shortcuts with Matthew CassinelliOne Question For A More Joyful DaySupercomputer on InstagramFollow your hosts on Twitter: @alexcox and @mattcassinelliFind more episodes on our website at supercomputer.fm ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Aug 21, 201845 min

Ep 1Your Brain on Technology

Welcome to Supercomputer! We're glad to have you.In this episode, you will meet your hosts, hear about their early exposure to computers, and learn how Workflow becoming Shortcuts makes this an exciting time to talk about technology.Links:Workflow DocumentationRoboismDo By [email protected]@mattcassinelliLearn more about the show at supercomputer.fm and follow us on Twitter & Instagram. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Aug 6, 201839 min