The fact is, most note-taking apps for Android in the Google Play store are pathetically simple, lacking in any useful features, and aren’t worth the time it takes to download them. Thankfully, there are plenty of other apps not marketed as “note-taking” apps, that do the job far better than any listed in the Google Play store. In this article, you’ll see the best apps you should use on your Android whenever you need to quickly capture important notes....

It’s been 25 years since the world of cinema was graced with Quentin Tarantino’s sophomore effort Pulp Fiction, an interconnected gangster saga about a pair of mob hitmen, a crime boss’ wife, and a boxer who accepts dirty money whose lives become entangled over a wacky couple of days. The movie took a bunch of gangster movie tropes and flipped them on their head. Pulp Fiction is best remembered for its witty dialogue and memorable lines....

Sometimes you need more than just a cup of coffee (or something stronger) to pick you up. Whether you’re starting a business or know that you need to make a few changes that you’ve postponed yet again, inspirational quotes can give you the energy to embrace a new chapter and deal with everything else that life throws at you. Perhaps you just need to sound clever or impress someone? We won’t judge....

Stories discussed in this episode: Apple hits roadblocks in plans to redesign 2022 iPad Pro Apple VR/AR headset reportedly overheating, June announcement could be nixed for 2023 debut Apple ramps up COVID-19 testing for unvaccinated employees, now requires booster shots Follow Chance: Twitter: @ChanceHMiller Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Overcast RSS Stitcher TuneIn Google Play Share your thoughts! Drop us a line at happyhour@9to5mac.com. You can also rate us in Apple Podcasts or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show!...

With the new Mac Pro mostly landing in professional environments, it’s not surprising that several companies are working on security solutions for the pricey hardware. We’ve already seen a similar DIY solution from Maclocks, and today we get a look at another product coming soon called the Switchd MacPro Lock. A little bit less expensive than other solutions at $49, the company provides a replacement part for the Mac Pro’s case lock switch that provides an extra opening for a cable lock....

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Fewer and fewer homes have radios than ever, but you can still enjoy tunes whenever and wherever you’d like. Thankfully some apps can quickly turn your smartphone into a radio. These apps work across most Android and iOS devices to listen to your favorite stations uninterrupted. Here are our top picks. Simple Radio Simply put, Simple Radio has the most extensive selection of radio programs you can imagine. With access to over 50,000 channels across music, sports, talk radio and more, there’s something for everyone....

Modern Family is known for its hilarious portrayal of modern relationships. We get to take a look into the lifestyle of a gigantic family filled with big personalities, from the charmingly extroverted Gloria to the goofy-but-loveable Phil. Being a show that is all about relationships, it is no surprise that there has been a handful of romantic connections throughout all ten seasons of the series. Some of the couples on the show are absolutely goal-worthy while others never really made any sense to us....

The Jurassic Park and Jurassic World movies have had their ups and downs. With another Jurassic World movie on the horizon, we have started thinking about what we expect and hope to see in this sequel. The main attractions of these films are obviously the dinosaurs. As such, we are looking forward to any new marvelous behemoths the upcoming movie throws our way. We also know what we aren’t looking forward to....

As the amount of reliable options to reach an audience grow increasingly scarce, the voice of your employees continues to prove itself as one of the most powerful and influential marketing tools around. Given that the average social media user has around 842 connections, and knowing that people pay twice as much attention to content published by people they know, an employee advocacy program can skyrocket your brand reach to new heights....

The ’90s often trigger bouts of nostalgia, especially when it comes to movies and television. While some content from that decade holds up, others are best forgotten. The ’90s gave movie fans gritty action flicks with social commentary on capitalist culture and ridiculous comedies with slapstick humor that blurred the lines of grotesque and funny. From romantic to sadistic, movies of the ’90s sparked conversation in their time and continue to fuel the great debate of, “Are those films really as good as we remembered?...

No TV series has ever been perfect, no matter how popular or critically acclaimed they might be, and Supernatural has followed a similar pattern. Fans have been vocal in their love for the series, something that brought us fifteen years worth of material. Everything has to end sometime, though, and Supernatural’s time is near. We’ve got enough out of the show to last a lifetime, but there’s nothing that can replicate having new content every season, so there are things that we’ll be missing when it ends....

No one asked for a Home Alone remake, but Disney is bringing it anyway with Jojo Rabbit star Archie Yates rumored to play the young protagonist of the film. What’s even worse is that the remake won’t be in theaters; it will be on Disney+. Come on, now. Even though Disney’s mega plan of a remake drew backlash from fans, it’s understandable since the current generation of kids also need to experience the same thrills that the youth of the ’80s and ’90s got from the films....

Even if documents already released to these sites don’t cover what you’re looking for, there’s also typically contact information and instructions on filing your own Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request. President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Freedom of Information Act into law in 1966. The following FOIA websites are local and federal government responses to this law. They are a way to make government more transparent and truly for the people....

Stories discussed in this episode: Apple releases Final Cut Pro 10.6.2 featuring Duplicate Detection, Voice Isolation, and optimized Mac Studio performance Storyboards and Magic Movie features now available with iMovie 3.0 update Studio Buds the ‘fastest-selling’ Beats product to date, now in three new colors iOS 16 notification updates will include expanded Focus mode Follow Chance: Twitter: @ChanceHMiller Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Overcast RSS Stitcher TuneIn Google Play Don’t miss out on our other daily podcasts:...

Sponsored by Disco Elysium: An award-winning and groundbreaking role-playing game, now available on Mac. Get 25% off until May 1 on Steam. Stories discussed in this episode: UK National Health Service releasing coronavirus contact tracing app … without using Apple API HBO Max details: Current HBO Now subscribers billed through Apple upgraded at no cost, more iPhone SE lacks support for Haptic Touch on notifications, and it’s not a bug Enjoy the podcast?...

Sponsored by MacStadium: Get 50% off your first two months of a Mac mini subscription now w/ code 9TO5MAC, or get started with MacStadium’s new Orka private cloud. Stories discussed in this episode: Disney+ picks up 28.6 million subscribers at launch as analysts guess Apple TV+ numbers Apple Music to premiere Genius’ ‘Verified’ interview show that dives into the meaning of artists’ lyrics Apple News head of business steps down as service struggles to attract subscribers Diagrams is a new Mac app that lets you easily create structured flowcharts watchOS 7 visual concept dreams up sleep tracking, customizable Activity rings, ‘Weekend Getaway’ and much more Enjoy the podcast?...

Sponsored by WaterMinder and Calory: WaterMinder is the ultimate water tracking tool that will help you stay hydrated during the day. Calory is the quickest way to count calories, track macros, water, and all of your food intake. Stories discussed in this episode: Apple surveys iPhone users on USB charger included in the box ahead of iPhone 12 iOS 14 exposes LinkedIn app reading users’ clipboards in background, company says it’s a bug iOS 14: iCloud Keychain now alerts users about leaked passwords, more COVID-19: How to have a safe and successful Apple Store visit Hands-on: 85+ macOS Big Sur changes and features [Video] Enjoy the podcast?...

Stories discussed in this episode: Report: Apple to release 10.86-inch OLED iPad Air next year, OLED iPad Pro in 2023 Kuo: Beats Studio Buds to mitigate AirPods market share decline, ahead of health-tracking AirPods Pro 2 next year Apple says in-person work is ‘essential’ and will not go back from its hybrid work plan Follow Chance: Twitter: @ChanceHMiller Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Overcast RSS Stitcher TuneIn Google Play Share your thoughts!...

Sponsored by Bear: Try the beautiful and flexible Bear writing app for Mac, iPhone, and iPad now. Stories discussed in this episode: ‘Announce Messages with Siri’ feature returns for AirPods owners in iOS 13.2 Apple releasing first developer beta of iOS 13.2 today with Deep Fusion camera tech for iPhone 11 New in-ear AirPods with noise cancellation found in iOS 13.2 beta Kuo: Apple to release ‘iPhone SE 2’ in Q1 2020 with iPhone 8 design, A13 processor Enjoy the podcast?...