My Weekly Creative Summary for the Week of 2024-16

This week’s edition is the last one before going on a cruise ship next week. See you in two weeks! | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 15 days ago

My Weekly Creative Summary for the Week of 2024-15

Welcome to the latest edition of the weekly creative summary newsletter. I hope you enjoy this edition as much as I did to put it together. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 22 days ago

My Weekly Creative Summary for the Week of 2024-14

After a three-week pause since the last edition, I’m resuming the publication of this series. It feels good to be back. Hello to all my new subscribers! | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 29 days ago

Why I’m Embracing the Arc Browser

The Arc Browser made some noise when it came out in July 2023. I only recently decided to embrace the change. I’m glad I made the switch, but not everything is perfect. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 1 month ago

On Blogrolls — the Good, the Bad & the Ugly

Blogroll is an old concept, but in today’s world, they aren’t always a synonym of positive vibe. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 1 month ago

My Weekly Creative Summary for the Week of 2024/11

I accomplished a lot this week, but none of my goals. It was that type of week. I’m gearing up for a one-week vacation. See you in April. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 1 month ago

The Promising Journey of My 2013 “Trashcan” Mac Pro: A Bittersweet Ending

Finding new use cases for a 2013 Mac Pro ends on a dead end. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 1 month ago

My Weekly Creative Summary for the Week of 2024-10

A slow and moody and moody creative week. Sorry about that one. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 1 month ago

Writing is Crafting

Some articles are harder to write than others. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 1 month ago

My Weekly Creative Summary for the Week 2024-09

Another creative week behind me with many things accomplished and shared to the world. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 2 months ago

My Wishes for the Next iPad Pro

The iPad is an essential device in my digital landscape. Even if I use it less than 20% of the time compared to my MacBook Air or Mac mini, it fills many important use cases. This is why I’m excited about what comes next. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 2 months ago

My Weekly Creative Summary for the Week of 2024-08

I’m very proud of this week’s edition. But I don’t know why. You tell me. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 2 months ago

My Weekly Creative Summary for the Week of 2024-07

Another busy week for me, both personally and at work. Yet, I managed to do some interesting things. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 2 months ago

Apple in 2023: The Numeric Citizen Report Card

Spoiler alert: I have mostly positive feelings about Apple's performance for 2023. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 2 months ago

My Weekly Creative Summary for the Week of 2024/06

It was a slow week overall. I got a cold on Sunday, and I was slow at everything for most of the week. It was a super busy week at the office too. Nonetheless, here’s this week’s summary! I hope you enjoy that one! | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 2 months ago

My Weekly Creative Summary for the Week of 2024/05

A collection of highlights of things I created and shared with the world this week with some introspective thoughts. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 3 months ago

A Proposal For Bringing Social Indicators to Micro.blog

Is there a taboo on Micro.blog? It depends to who you ask. Here’s a proposal. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 3 months ago

My Weekly Creative Summary for the Week of 2024/04

A collection of highlights of things I created and shared with the world this week with some introspective thoughts. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 3 months ago

What’s in this picture? A Non-ChatGPT Description

Deciphering what’s in an image showing Tim Cook wearing an Apple Vision Pro. An experiment with generative AI. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 3 months ago

My Weekly Creative Summary for the Week of 2024/03

A collection of highlights of things I created and shared with the world this week with some introspective thoughts. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 3 months ago

Special Message to Paying Subscribers

Help me imagine the future of this website. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 3 months ago

The Mac Turns 40

It’s time to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Mac. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 3 months ago

My Weekly Creative Summary for the Week 2024/02

A collection of highlights of things I created and shared with the world this week with some introspective thoughts. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 3 months ago

New IT Rules at the Office Prompts Me to Revisit My Mac Usage at Home

Corporate security rules can have deep impacts on home office setup. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 3 months ago

My Weekly Creative Summary for the Week of 2024/01

A collection of highlights of things I created and shared with the world this week with some introspective thoughts. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 4 months ago

Adobe Lightroom 2016-2024 RIP — How To Migrate From Adobe Lightroom to Photomator

After more than seven years with Adobe for my photo processing needs, it’s time to move elsewhere and save some money while enjoying using great Mac apps like Photomator and Pixelmator. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 4 months ago

Apple Vision Pro — The Missing Apple Keynote Case

Apple finally announces Apple Vision availability via a press release. No keynote required. Really? | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 4 months ago

A Though Year for Apple

The year 2024 seems to present many challanges for Apple to tackle. From government regulation, lack of large-scale products excitement to late Gen AI adoption. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 4 months ago

Another Chapter Completed in the Craft Story — The 2023 Year In Review

A look at what the 2023 year brought to Craft, a superb note-taking and document-writing app. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 4 months ago

My 2023 Year in Review as a Compulsive Creator

2023 was one of the busiest creative years for me. Here are the main highlights. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 4 months ago

My Weekly Creative Summary for the Week of 2023/50

Highlights of things that I created and shared with the world with some introspective thoughts. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 4 months ago

Celebrating & Reflecting on My 30 Years Career in IT

My career in information technology (IT) started around 1993 after completing my master’s degree in computer science. This year marks thirty years spent working in a fascinating and challenging technical field. This article is a peek into my professional journey. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 4 months ago

Friday Notes #109 — A (Really) Bad Dream

Maybe my imagination is on high gear in that one. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 5 months ago

My Weekly Creative Summary for the Week of 2023/49

Highlights of things that I created and shared with the world with some introspective thoughts. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 5 months ago

My Weekly Creative Summary for the Week of 2023/48

Highlights of things that I created and shared with the world with some introspective thoughts. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 5 months ago

My Weekly Creative Summary for the Week of 2023/47

Highlights of things that I created and shared with the world with some introspective thoughts. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 5 months ago

The Write.freely Ecosystem Explained

A detailed overview of the open-source ecosystem for writers and bloggers: write.freely. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 5 months ago

My Weekly Creative Summary for the Week of 2023/46

Highlights of things that I created and shared with the world with some introspective thoughts. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 5 months ago

Using Plausible APIs, Charty for iOS and Apple Shortcuts to Build a Widget for Plausible Analytics

Here’s an overview of the required building blocks to build Plausible Analytics widgets for the iPhone. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 6 months ago

My Weekly Creative Summary for the Week of 2023/45

Highlights of things that I created and shared with the world with some introspective thoughts. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 6 months ago

My Personal Guiding Principles for Using AI Tools and Services

Today, I’m excited to share my ethics rules governing my use of AI under the “Personal Guiding Principles for Using AI-Based Tools and Services”. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 6 months ago

My Weekly Creative Summary for the Week of 2023/44

Highlights of things that I created and shared with the world with some introspective thoughts. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 6 months ago

Software Is Really Never Finished

The idea of a finished software is ludicrous. Complexities of today’s digital world mandate frequently updated software. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 6 months ago

Apps Every Mac Users Must Install Right NOW!

If you’re new to the Mac or even a long-time user, stop everything and consider going through my list of must-have apps and utilities. You’ll thank me later! | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 6 months ago

My Weekly Creative Summary for the Week of 2023/42

Highlights of things that I created and shared with the world with some introspective thoughts. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 6 months ago

Upgrading from the iPhone 13 Pro to the iPhone 15 Pro Max — Bigger, Faster, Even More Possibilities

The iPhone 15 Pro Max is not a revolution but a meaningful step forward—a simple and lucid review from a previous owner of an iPhone 13 Pro. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 6 months ago

My Weekly Creative Summary for the Week of 2023/41

Highlights of things that I created and shared with the world with some introspective thoughts. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 7 months ago

Remembering Apple in 1985 — Apple Dealer Promotional Material

Thanks to some newly found Apple promotional material, I was looking back at Apple from 1984-1985. Great memories. | Continue reading


@numericcitizen.me | 7 months ago