Value PlayThe Easy Start
Google AI Plus (Gemini)
More Gemini plus extra cloud storage.
- Gemini in Gmail and Docs
- Extra cloud storage
$4.99/moSee Google AI Plans ↗
Digital & Health
Digital & Health
The apps and gear I use to get more done and feel better.
Digital productivity · My pick
The tool I use every day.
Wispr Flow
I am a huge fan. Wispr Flow turns what you say into clean, finished writing in any app, and it is the biggest time saver I have added in years.
- Works everywhere. Mac, Windows, iPhone and Android.
- Learns how you talk. Your names, jargon and custom snippets.
- Free to try. Start on the free plan.
$12/moTry Wispr Flow ↗
AI Assistants
Claude is my favorite. The others are worth a look too.
Smart MoneyThe Everyday Genius
ChatGPT Plus
A strong all-rounder with images, voice and research.
- Voice and images
- Custom GPTs
$20/moSee ChatGPT Plus ↗
The BestThe Thinking Partner
Claude Max
My favorite productivity tool, hands down.
- Claude Code and Projects
- Works in Chrome and Office
$100/moTry Claude ↗
Health Trackers
Sleep, recovery and strain. I wear an Apple Watch Ultra and use Whoop.
Value PlayThe Smart Starter
Amazfit Helio Strap
A screenless band with no subscription.
- 10-day battery
- No subscription
Smart MoneyThe Recovery Coach
WHOOP 5.0
Tells you how recovered you are and what to do about it.
- 14-day battery
- Band included with membership
$239/yrJoin WHOOP ↗
The BestThe Daily Driver
Apple Watch Ultra 4
I wear one every day. The tracker I trust most for workouts.
- Titanium case
- Dual-frequency GPS
$700Shop On Amazon ↗
Sleep
Better sleep makes better days.
Value PlayThe Lights Out
Manta Sleep Mask
Total darkness with zero pressure on your eyes.
- Adjustable eye cups
- Blocks 100% of light
Smart MoneyThe Wind-Down
Hatch Restore 3
Sunrise alarm, sound machine and bedtime routine in one.
- Sunrise alarm
- Sleep sounds
$170Shop On Amazon ↗
The BestThe Sleep Machine
Eight Sleep Pod
Heats and cools each side of the bed through the night.
- Dual-zone temperature
- Sleep tracking
from $1,999See It At Eight Sleep ↗
Electrolytes
For workouts, travel and hot days.
Value PlayThe Daily Drop
Smart MoneyThe Big Boost
Liquid I.V.
A fast-mixing stick for long days and travel.
- Single-serve sticks
- Mixes in seconds
The BestThe Zero Hero
Ultima Replenisher
Zero sugar, zero calories, and it tastes good.
- Zero sugar
- Variety pack
Fitness Shoes
On shoes are some of my favorites.
Value PlayThe Everyday Cloud
On Cloud 6
One comfortable shoe for walks, travel and long days.
- Lightweight
- Easy on and off
$160Shop On Amazon ↗
Smart MoneyThe Daily Miles Machine
On Cloudmonster 3
Big cushion and a smooth roll for daily runs.
- Max cushion
- Rocker sole
$176Shop On Amazon ↗
The BestThe Race Day Rocket
On Cloudboom Strike 2
A carbon-plated racer that is wonderfully light.
- Carbon plate
- Race-day foam
$298Shop On Amazon ↗
Cut the cord
YouTube TV: the cable box I don't miss.
YouTube TV
My wife and I finally ditched cable and the landline. It was harder than I expected, but two weeks in I can't believe I waited.
- One app on every TV. No cable boxes or rented hardware.
- Your own guide. Each person keeps only the channels they watch.
- Multiview. Watch several games at once.
$82.99/moTry YouTube TV ↗