macOS — Orion 1.0.8 ✴︎ June 1, 2026

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The Orion 1.0.7 release includes numerous improvements and bug fixes addressing performance issues such as slow page loading and scroll animation lag, as well as resolving bugs related to iframes, tab management, and interface elements like the vertical tabs sidebar. Additional fixes enhance stability by addressing memory leaks, crashes, and security vulnerabilities, alongside usability improvements like correcting default language settings and app behavior on macOS.

https://orionbrowser.com/updates/orion-release-notes.html#macos-orion-1-0-8

StopTheMadness Browser Extension

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StopTheMadness Pro is a web browser extension developed by Jeff Johnson of Underpass App Company that prevents common website annoyances and privacy violations, such as blocked copy-paste, disabled contextual menus, keyboard shortcuts, autoplaying videos, and URL tracking parameters. Compatible with Safari on iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and other major browsers, it enhances user control over browsing without functioning as an ad blocker or userscript manager. The extension has received praise from various tech reviewers for restoring typical browser functionalities that many websites try to restrict.

https://underpassapp.com/StopTheMadness/

RetinaDesk

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RetinaDesk is a comprehensive 2026 guide specializing in 5K and 6K monitors tailored specifically for Macs, highlighting that Macs require a precise 218 PPI Retina display density for optimal sharpness, which only 27″ 5K or 32″ 6K monitors provide. The site offers independent, macOS-focused reviews and rankings of top monitors like the Apple Studio Display XDR and ASUS ProArt PA32QCV, alongside buying guides and free tools to help Mac users select displays that maintain true Retina quality.

https://retinadesk.com/

A Bartender Pro Review

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Brett Terpstra reviews Bartender Pro, a macOS utility that organizes and manages crowded menu bars by moving icons to secondary bars and allowing quick access via search or hotkeys. The new Bartender Pro version introduces “Top Shelf,” a notch dock featuring widgets, clipboard management, and notifications, enhancing usability and stability. It is available via subscription or one-time purchase.

https://brettterpstra.com/2026/05/13/bartender-pro-review/

WhatCable: Know What Your USB-C Cable Can Really Do

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WhatCable is a macOS menu bar app that provides clear diagnostics on USB-C cables, revealing their actual data speeds, charging limits, and connected device details to eliminate guesswork. It decodes USB Power Delivery and e-marker data on Apple Silicon Macs, helping users identify bottlenecks, cable capabilities, and potential issues, with a free version for basic info and an optional Pro upgrade offering advanced live diagnostics and detailed metrics.

https://www.whatcable.uk/

Organize Your Ideas, Stay in Flow — MindNode 2026.3

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MindNode 2026.3 introduces nested folders for better library organization, widgets across all Apple devices including Vision Pro for quick map access, and Document History on iPhone, iPad, and Vision Pro to easily restore previous versions. The update also adds an Outline View on Vision Pro, integration with the Marked app for formatted text previews, and enhancements to the free editor, including new styling options and stickers, making MindNode more accessible and versatile for brainstorming and project management.

https://www.mindnode.com/blog/2026.3

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