Control Command Tech with Matt Evans (iPad Pros - 0216)
Jan 30, 2025
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Matt Evans, a technology enthusiast launching the tech news podcast Control Command Tech, shares his insights on using his 13” M2 iPad Air. He dives into productivity apps like SuperList and GoodNotes, discussing how they streamline his workflow. Matt also explores his journey through the Apple ecosystem and his experience with various iPad keyboards. The conversation touches on tech-driven productivity enhancements, including the Apple Watch and AirTags, while reflecting on the evolution of technology in education.
Matt Evans highlights the iPad's central role in productivity, emphasizing apps like GoodNotes and SuperList for efficient task management and creative work.
He discusses his upcoming podcast, Control Command Tech, which will explore tech developments and insights, aiming for engaging content through audio and video formats.
Deep dives
Daily iPad Usage and Productivity Tools
The iPad serves as a central tool for daily productivity and entertainment, with users utilizing it for various tasks such as note-taking, reading, and watching movies. Popular apps like GoodNotes and Apple Notes enhance the note-taking experience, allowing users to transfer handwritten notes into organized digital formats. This versatility makes the iPad an essential device over others, like the iPhone, highlighting its role as a productivity driver. The seamless integration of apps within the Apple ecosystem fosters an environment that enhances productivity, making it difficult for users to switch to other platforms.
Transitioning to the Apple Ecosystem
Many users, including Matt, find themselves drawn to the Apple ecosystem due to its cohesive suite of productivity tools. The transition often starts with devices like the iPhone and extends to apps that help manage time and tasks, such as Fantastical and Apple's Reminders. Users appreciate the quality of apps available on the App Store compared to other platforms, noting a distinct lack of similar high-caliber applications in the Android ecosystem. As users invest in more Apple devices, their reliance on interconnected tools grows, making it challenging to switch away from Apple.
Exploration of New Apps and Features
Matt actively explores a variety of productivity applications such as Superlist for task management, Affinity Photo for photo editing, and Procreate for drawing. He emphasizes the importance of app design and functionality, noting that while there are alternatives available, none quite match his productivity goals on the iPad. Features like Slide Over and Stage Manager enhance multitasking abilities, allowing for a more fluid user experience. This exploration is driven by a desire for enhanced efficiency and creativity in his daily routines.
Podcasting Experience and Future Plans
Matt is launching a new tech-focused podcast, Control Command Tech, where he aims to discuss major highlights in the world of technology, particularly around Apple and Google. He plans to implement both audio and video formats, leveraging tools like Riverside to create high-quality content. While initially slating his podcast for a monthly release, he expresses interest in transitioning to a more frequent schedule as he establishes his rhythm. By inviting guests and discussing contemporary tech subjects, he hopes to cultivate an engaged audience and share his insights into the technology landscape.
Matt Evans is a technology enthusiast that is soon launching a new monthly tech news podcast entitled Ctrl Cmd Tech. In this episode, we discuss how he uses his 13” M2 iPad Air including how he uses SuperList, GoodNotes, Affinity Photo, Google Docs, and much more.
Early episodes with chapter markers are available by supporting the podcast at www.patreon.com/ipadpros.
Early episodes are also now available in Apple Podcasts!
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