Easy macOS and iOS Tips and Fixes
User dislikes macOS 26's volume indicator position; prefers visible alternative. Introduces Hudlum, a $5 retro-style volume indicator. It complements the existing system indicator and improves usability without changing macOS. Free trial available until 2025.
Moom 4.4.1 released; updates available in-app or via download without losing settings. New updater clarifies paid upgrades and enables easy rollback to last licensed version. Updating through third-party apps may inadvertently switch to demo mode. Additional improvements made for macOS 26. Full details in release notes.
Minor update for Menu Bar Tint released: improved macOS 26 compatibility, modernized settings. Update via in-app or download new copy without losing settings.
Whisper Memos lets you record voice memos, converting them into structured articles sent via email. Ideal for capturing ideas anytime using Apple Watch. AI transforms recordings into easy-to-read formats with emojis for quick recognition. Privacy-focused, it offers a private mode and utilizes OpenAI for processing without retaining data. Try it for free on the App Store.
Rogue Amoeba celebrates Neale Van Fleet's 10th anniversary as a designer, highlighting his contributions to major app updates, creative ideas, and engaging content. Recent projects include Audio Hijack 4 and Farrago 2, showcasing his design prowess. Neale also created whimsical content, like a Historic Screenshot Archive. As a recognition, he received a handcrafted silver token. The team appreciates his outstanding work and looks forward to more years together.
https://weblog.rogueamoeba.com/2025/12/12/a-great-looking-decade/
Mac Cleaner CLI: A free, open-source tool for cleaning junk files on macOS from the terminal. It scans, allows selection of items to clean, and safely deletes them. Key features include safe deletion categories, interactive mode, minimal dependencies, and offline operation. Usage examples cover interactive cleaning, app uninstallation, and DNS cache flushing. Available via npx or global npm install. Supports contributions and is MIT licensed.