The cross-platform apps that quietly keep iPhone and Android in sync

A new podcast episode on short-term cash vs. long-term growth (plus an income reveal)

My favorite content and links from this week — the stuff actually worth your time

Gmail remains the default for a reason — it syncs seamlessly across iOS, Android, and desktop.

For heavier workflows, Missive adds shared inbox features and team collaboration, though it’s paid.

Motion is the rare app that lets you edit Apple Calendar events on non-Apple devices. It also packs AI scheduling — pricey, but powerful.

Fantastical still shines on Mac for its clean interface.

And of course, Google Docs/Sheets/Drive remain the backbone of cross-platform productivity.

Instead of getting locked into Apple Home, Google Home, or SmartThings, Homey pulls everything into one dashboard.

It’s the single app that keeps lights, sensors, and automations talking — no matter who made them.

1Password is the gold standard for secure logins across devices.

Once you’re set up, you never have to think twice about syncing passwords again.

Apple Music works on both ecosystems and currently leads on high-res audio.

Spotify is catching up fast with lossless streaming.

For fun: Carrot Weather, the snarky weather app that roasts you while showing radar.

Beeper centralizes iMessage, WhatsApp, Instagram DMs, SMS, and more into one inbox.

It’s still rough around the edges, but for people juggling platforms, it’s a game-changer.

Hevy keeps workout logs and progress tracking in sync across iOS and Android.

A rare fitness app not tied to one ecosystem.

AI tools are the newest “must-be cross-platform” category.

ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini each bring different strengths — and all work seamlessly across devices.

The takeaway: don’t tie your workflows to just one assistant yet.

DJI Mini 5 Drone — DJI just dropped their new compact drone. Excited to test the upgrades.

DJI Mic 3 — Checking out the new wireless mic system; seems like a solid creator tool.

Living in a Gym Until I Lift 1,000,000lbs — Will Tennyson’s latest challenge video; I’m halfway through but it’s already an entertaining watch.

Caleb Denison and Digital Trends Joint Statement — Caleb is back! If you’ve missed his videos, this is worth a watch.

No.1 Money Saving Experts: Do Not Buy A House! Putting Money In A Bank Makes You Poorer! — Only halfway through, but already a thought-provoking listen.

The tricky balance of brand deals at trade shows — shorts vs. long-form, and why it’s harder than it looks

Last-minute brand deals during Apple season and how creators scramble to keep up

What it’s really like to have an agent for brand deals — how I made the decision and what changed

Clickbait titles: why they still work, and how to use them without torching your audience

The constant tension of YouTube deadlines vs. personal life — and how creators actually cope

Missing out on revenue at IFA — and what creators can do differently next time

Can Siri even handle basic stuff like timers and lists without messing up?

Where Gemini’s context and memory help… and where it still breaks.

A holiday-planning request that sent Siri into chaos but Gemini nailed.

The wild difference in how each one tackles emails, messages, and cross-app actions.

The dealbreakers: offline use, privacy, and those weird AI hallucinations.