Slop is Good

I’ve been thinking about all the generative AI slop that’s appearing, especially with tools like “Reimagine”, and I think it’s going to be a great thing for the open web. Why? Because Google is unwittingly shooting itself in the foot in a way that will change the character of the web. How? The web has […]

Announcing Blank

I’m happy to announce the release of a new tvOS app called Blank. It turns your screen black and keeps it that way until you press any button on a remote. Seriously, that’s all it does. Here’s the screen you see when you launch the app for the first time: That second paragraph hints at […]

Managing Xcode Downloads

Beginning with Xcode 14, the Simulators for watchOS and tvOS are available as separate downloads (iOS and macOS are still “built-in”). This reduces the app download size significantly, but it also means that you now have to manage these large (3-4 GB) components yourself. When you launch Xcode 14 the first time, you are prompted […]

Introducing AV Remote

In my ongoing quest to release FREE apps that are useful in my daily life, I’m proud to announce the release of AV Remote. It’s a very simple remote for Denon and Marantz AV receivers. The official apps for controlling these receivers work fine, but have way too many features for my needs. I don’t […]

Triode and Internet Radio

Today, the Iconfactory is happy to introduce a product that’s made with three different apps: Triode. Simply put, it’s the best way to enjoy all of your favorite Internet radio stations, wherever you go. So why did I make these apps? A Brief History of Internet Radio Before I can answer this question, it helps […]