Quinn Nelson
@snazzylabs.com
Host of the YouTube channel, Snazzy Labs! I talk about tech. I’m @SnazzyQ most other places.
Remember that really tiny e-reader I showed off a few months ago? Well they make a smaller one now that fits on the back of every iPhone with MagSafe
After months of trying different suppliers and even hiring a material scientist, we’ve developed what I’m confident is the best microfiber ever. Inspired by Apple’s Polishing Cloth, Copland’s Cloth Pro Max is WAY bigger and cheaper—plus I also think it’s just a better cleaner—safe on all displays!
The folks at @boschglobal.bsky.social make a ton of cool stuff—from sensors in your phone and your car to technology that literally scans the unique surface characteristics of products to identify products without serial numbers. Bananas! #ces2026 #ad #sponsored
My dumb brain just realized that Apple didn’t remove the flashlight beam pattern adjustment on the iPhone with iOS 26—it’s just that I moved from an iPhone 16 Pro to an iPhone Air which lacks the more advanced “Adaptive True Tone Flash.”
My next big thing (literally) at Copland Supply is Cloth Pro Max. Sign up for a totally free preorder—no payment, no commitment, 20% off when it arrives. And don't worry, there's a compatibility chart! https://snazzy.fm/Hj
Tomorrow is the last day to order a Five Flavors keycap with arrival before Christmas! Treat yourself (or the nostalgic nerd in your life) to some color! Get them at copland.supply
My 128K keycaps are SOLD OUT—but you can still save on the G3! The 128K keycap are great, but the G3 is next level. For example: the colored shell is actually transparent and the mouse and keyboard have 50-micron wires (thinner than hair!) attaching to the Mac correctly.
My first merch drop ever. Handmade, tons of fun, and there’s only 128—going quickly too! Get yours now if you want one!
Apple finally gave the iPad everything we asked for—windowing, external displays, pro apps. It doesn't matter. Fundamental problems baked into iPadOS are unsolvable. The iPad has Mac hardware running phone software, and it's architecturally stuck there. www.youtube.com/watch?v=bnYL...
Apple Won’t Let the iPad Pro Be Great
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(a) who thinks they can edit a very technical Snazzy Labs video and, (b) do it within the next 48 hours? All assests, b-roll, and everything else is already gathered but would be nice to see some composited charts. Send me your work and price: q at snazzylabs dot com
My favorite iOS 18 feature that Apple kept for iOS 26 is when you type a search query into your browser and literally nothing happens until you clear the field and try your search again.
Alright, it’s that time again: I’m putting together the annual Snazzy Labs gift guide! I’ve already got about 15 awesome products, but am looking for a few more… What gadget, tool, EDC, or piece of tech have you LOVED using this year that most people DON’T know about? Deep cuts only.
There are Vision Pros selling on eBay for literally $1,500. Almost nobody should buy it for $3,500, but for less than half of that, it makes for a pretty compelling face TV.
this window shows such incredible attention to detail especially love the disconnect button placement
Apple deeply cares about the Mac. …but you’d never know it by using macOS Tahoe.
This will sound nutty, but the iPhone Air makes the iPad Pro feel thick. While both iPad Pro models are thinner than the iPhone Air, their vastly larger surface area and weight make them feel less "magical" than they felt two weeks ago. The iPhone Air is wild.
With every passing day, we get one day closer to launching merch!
What I love most about iOS 26 is how everything now takes 1–2 extra taps, since previously available features are buried in the name of design. (yes, I know you can swipe; it's still buried)
I haven't been using the AirPods Pro 2 for a week as people are very biased towards familiarity with headphones. I wanted to get used to the AirPods Pro 3. And I've come to liking the way the AirPods Pro 3 sound. But two songs with AirPods Pro 2 and wow these are so much better.
In case you cared to know, this is what the original MagSafe battery pack looks like on the iPhone Air lol
This single-step Apple Shortcut is a GAME CHANGER. No more going to Settings -> Apps -> and then finding the app. Just swipe from Control Center, run the shortcut, and you're automatically redirected!
AirPods Pro 3 impressions: • ANC is significantly better than APP2. • Fit is more comfortable. • Transparency mode is weirdly sibilant and scratchy compared to APP2. Like, I can hear "more," but not as realistically. Not a fan. • Not a fan of the sound signature. Too bassy.
I switched to the iPad as my primary computing device nearly a year ago. I just accepted it could only do what it could do and that I'd still need a Mac. iPadOS 26 is a total paradigm shift and makes things more powerful, but it's NOT easy/intuitive. My full tips/workflow video is now live! youtu.be
From Mac to iPad: How I Switched
iPadOS 26 is a big learning curve—learn what I’ve done to switch from a Mac full-time. ✨ One robot vacuum that handles thresholds, obstacles, and every corner👇 Mova V50 Ultra on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4691Y9N Mova V50 Ultra on Official Website: https://bit.ly/48h200A Follow Snazzy Labs on Twitter - https://twitter.com/snazzylabs Follow me on Bluesky - https://snazzy.fm/UW Follow me on Threads - https://snazzy.fm/XV Follow me on Mastodon - https://snazzy.fm/NN Follow me on Instagram - https://instagram.com/snazzyq The new M4 iPad Pro running iPadOS 26 has officially replaced my MacBook Air, Mac mini, and even my Apple Vision Pro as my main computer. In this video I show you how I built a full-time iPad workflow, from Apple’s new windowed multitasking modes, Stage Manager improvements, and background tasks, to productivity hacks with Shortcuts, Apple Intelligence AI automation, and the updated Files app. If you’ve ever wondered can the iPad replace a Mac or how to make the most of the iPad Pro 2025, this guide breaks down everything you need to know to get started. Whether you’re working with multiple apps and windows, setting up custom workspaces, or just trying to make the iPad Pro M4 your daily driver, I’ll walk you through the exact setup that makes this tablet feel like a true laptop replacement. #iPadOS26 #Mac #iPad #Apple #MOVA #MOVAV50UltraComplete #MOVATech #movarobotvacuum 00:00 - I'm an iPad guy now? 2:00 - Part 1: Three Windowing Modes 9:27 - Traffic Light Buttons! 10:50 - Stage Manager is good now? 16:20 - Day 1 Must Change Settings 17:10 - Part 2: Window Management Power Moves 20:46 - Part 3: Productivity Power Features 26:10 - Part 4: Putting it all together
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To those asking: I didn't get a review sample of AirPods Pro 3 from Apple, but that's OK—I wouldn't have a review ready yet. I've aimed to make the most complete AirPods reviews on YouTube and don't plan on changing that; thoroughness takes time. Expect my definitive review in the coming weeks.
"The iPhone Air has all-day battery life, but we should mention that iOS 26's adaptive power mode is great and also we made a MagSafe battery that's only compatible with iPhone Air, but battery life is all day and definitely great."
I have been reviewing technology for 18-years and the Samsung Frame Pro TV is perhaps the worst product I've ever seen released from a real company. I made a 26-minute rantview video about how it is embarrassing trash that should have never been released. www.youtube.com/watch?v=VvI0...
Samsung’s Wireless Frame Pro TV Is a Disaster (And I’m Stuck With It)
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