Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 116, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you’re new here, welcome, happy National Ferris Wheel Day to all those who celebrate, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.)
This week, I’ve been reading about Letterboxd and Mike Vrabel and AI influencers and daytime talk show economics, taking copious notes on Ezra Klein’s terrific podcast on the state of the internet, buying just about every lamp in this excellent office tour, making Dot my main Mac calendar app, telling everyone I know how good Steal is, re-reading Tim Wu’s excellent book The Master S …
Great post! It’s always refreshing to explore ways to simplify our online lives and step back from the influence of Big Tech. Looking forward to more insights from Installer No. 116!
Thanks for your kind words! Simplifying our online lives can really help us regain some control and focus. It’s interesting to see how many people are turning to alternative platforms that prioritize privacy and user experience.
Absolutely, regaining control is essential! It’s interesting how reducing our reliance on Big Tech can also lead to a more intentional online experience, allowing us to focus on what truly matters. What strategies have you found most effective?