…However, the cracks began to show when I tested generative AI. While the core software is free to use, you need an active Canva subscription to unlock its AI features. Because these…
…Even a relatively simple project today can involve multiple terminals, package managers, local servers, SSH sessions, or AI tooling. Most devs repeatedly type the same commands every single day. VS Code’s…
…interesting, and Qdrant lets me semantically search across the whole pile later. Playwright MCP lets small models drive a browser All thanks to accessibility controls Microsoft maintains the Playwright MCP server directly…
…seamless navigation, effortless audio control, and glanceable information. Here are the apps and widgets I use to transform my dashboard into a distraction-free environment that keeps my eyes where they belong…
Mahnoor Faisal Apr 19, 2026, 3:00 PM EDT Mahnoor Faisal is a tech journalist covering AI and productivity tools with bylines at XDA , SlashGear , MakeUseOf , Laptop Mag , and Android Police . She…
…face tagging and keyword search. Now, my photos are stored in full quality with virtually unlimited space and much better privacy. They live on a server I control, away from the prying…
…I knew I had a Claude research notebook somewhere, but I had no idea if I had called it “Claude,” “Claude research,” or “AI notes.” So I would scroll and see if…
Mahnoor Faisal May 5, 2026, 4:30 PM EDT Mahnoor Faisal is a tech journalist covering AI and productivity tools with bylines at XDA , SlashGear , MakeUseOf , Laptop Mag , and Android Police . She…
…That closed, you-control-the-inputs setup is exactly what made it feel trustworthy in a way most AI tools just don't. It's the whole reason it never felt like…
…Automation can save you a lot of time n8n really shines when automating redundant tasks, and now, since AI is all the rage, you can even create AI automations for a lot…