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The Great Digital Declutter

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Nov 9, 2025
This week, the hosts dive into the nitty-gritty of digital decluttering. They discuss strategies for managing app overload and the nuances of cloud versus local backups. Frustrations with Backblaze lead to recommendations for Carbon Copy Cloner and SSDs for efficient backups. Tools like DaisyDisk and Hazel are highlighted for visualizing disk use and automating junk cleanup. The conversation wraps up with insights on personal file organization preferences and the balance between manual cleanup versus AI automation.
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ADVICE

Purge Unused Apps Regularly

  • Delete unused apps by scanning your app list or using App Library to remove test flights and duplicates.
  • If an app's icon and name don't ring a bell, uninstall it to free space and reduce clutter.
ADVICE

Use SSD Images For Reliable Backups

  • Use an external SSD plus Carbon Copy Cloner for fast, reliable hourly or frequent backups.
  • Tuck a Samsung T9 SSD under your desk as an affordable, silent primary backup drive.
ANECDOTE

Frustration With Backblaze License Handling

  • Federico grew frustrated with Backblaze's license management and alerts across multiple Macs.
  • He solved it by switching to folder sync with Google Drive for selected local folders.
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