Rachit Agarwal

Author/Co-Author of 354 articles

My experience

Rachit brings over 10 years of experience covering the consumer technology landscape. His work appears in leading publications, including Android Police, 91Mobiles, and Beebom.

He investigates and crafts in-depth features that uncover emerging tech trends, covers interesting new science and tech developments, and empowers readers to make the most of their devices.

As a trusted Apple expert, he brings you hidden iOS tips and reviews of the latest Mac hardware, breaking down Apple's products and features in a practical, easy-to-follow way. Whether it's the latest OS releases or major hardware drops, Rachit can help you get more out of every Apple device you own.

Outside of work, Rachit enjoys exploring new gadgets, experimenting with software, and reading fantasy novels. When he’s not writing, you’ll find him tinkering with his MacBook, discovering and testing new apps, writing on his Supernote, or diving into the latest fantasy novels.

The technology I use

I live inside the Apple ecosystem. My primary devices are a MacBook Pro and an iPhone Air, complemented by an iPad Pro and an Apple Watch. For video and photography, I shoot with a Sony a6700 and edit in DaVinci Resolve, Pixelmator Pro, Affinity Photo, and Lightroom Classic.

Though I love experimenting with new E-Ink tablets, my preferred device right now is the Supernote Nomad, thanks to its excellent software and writing experience.

I write all my stories in Markdown using Ulysses and rely on DEVONthink to keep everything organized. That said, if a story is long and involves rigorous research, I prefer Scrivener. For notes, I use a combination of Obsidian and Craft for deeper thinking, and Apple Notes for capturing quick thoughts.

OmniFocus keeps my projects and tasks from spiraling out of control, while Readwise manages my ever-growing reading list and helps me retain a meaningful portion of what I consume.

Areas of expertise

Mac · iPhone · Apple Watch · macOS · iOS · watchOS · AI · E-Ink · Productivity · Apps & Software

This one app has single-handedly improved my Mac experience

Supercharge fixes the small macOS annoyances that have bugged Mac users for years. From one-click DMG installs to app shortcuts and a smarter Finder menu, here are the tweaks that changed how I use my Mac.

Computing Features

6 hours ago

5 reasons I keep coming back to Apple Reminders despite paying for premium task managers

Despite paying for Things 3, Todoist, and OmniFocus, I keep returning to Apple Reminders. Here are 5 reasons this free app still beats premium task managers for everyday use.

Phones

18 hours ago

Your Google Voice calls just got an AI note-taker, and a cheaper price tag

Google Voice is bringing Gemini's AI note-taking to phone calls, plus new standalone plans that let anyone with a Gmail account run a professional phone system without Workspace subscription.

Phones

2 days ago

This app turns your text and voice messages into living AI characters

Tired of sending plain text and voice notes? Pixi Garden lets you send animated AI characters that walk into chats, perform, and deliver your message. It works inside Apple's Messages app, with WhatsApp and other platforms expected to follow.

Phones

2 days ago

Meta’s addictive Instagram and Facebook design could lead to billions in fines and a forced redesign

The European Commission says Meta failed to protect users, especially teens, from Instagram and Facebook's addictive design, and the company could face massive fines.

Phones

2 days ago

Instagram is letting people generate AI images of you. Here’s how to stop it.

Instagram's new Muse AI lets anyone use your photos to generate AI images and videos, and you're opted in by default. Here's how to find the setting and turn it off before someone else uses your face without asking.

Phones

2 days ago

Self-driving cars keep getting in the way of first responders, and Uncle Sam just ran out of patience

NHTSA's chief says driverless cars keep blocking ambulances and fire trucks, and he's giving companies a deadline to fix it.

Cars

3 days ago

Halide 3.1 update brings straighter photos, a warmer look, and smarter focus taps

Halide 3.1 adds perspective correction, a new Scarlet color look, raw only shooting, and smarter focus taps, just six weeks after Mark III launched.

Phones

3 days ago

Rollme’s new AirCam puts a camera in your headphones for under $80

Rollme's AirCam is a bone conduction headset with an 8 MP camera, real-time translation, and a price that undercuts every rival out there.

Wearables News

4 days ago

Android 17’s new video standard fixes one of HDR’s biggest problems

Android 17 brings a new HDR standard called Eclipsa Video that promises consistent, comfortable HDR playback across every screen.

Phones

4 days ago

iOS 27 finally ended my accidental voice message nightmare

iOS 27 lets you remove the record audio button from Messages entirely, so you never accidentally send an awkward voice note again. Here's how to turn it off.

Phones

4 days ago

Claude Cowork can now keep working even after you close your laptop

Claude Cowork now runs on web and mobile too, so your AI tasks keep going even after you close your laptop.

Phones

5 days ago

Apple Home AI features come with a hidden price tag

Apple's new AI-powered Home app features sound great, but they come with a catch. You'll need the 2TB iCloud+ plan to use them.

Smart Home

5 days ago

Apple finally lets you make Siri sound like you want

iOS 27 beta 3 finally activates Siri's pace and expressivity sliders, letting you fine-tune how the assistant sounds across Siri, Maps, and Safari.

Phones

5 days ago

Carely’s new wearable watches over aging parents so you don’t have to

A screenless wearable called Carely tracks vital signs and daily routines to alert families before a health issue turns into an emergency.

Wearables News

5 days ago

How Claude helped my 65-year-old dad finally ditch his handwritten ledgers

My dad has run his small business on handwritten ledgers for years. Here's how I used Claude to finally get him off paper and into Excel, no coding or tech skills required.

Computing Features

6 days ago

3 Siri AI features that have genuinely improved my day-to-day life

From smarter Spotlight search to natural language reminders and a camera that actually understands what it sees, here are 3 Siri AI features making a real difference in daily iPhone use.

Phones

July 5

I was in love with my iPhone Air, until summer arrived

My iPhone Air was perfect until summer arrived. Now it overheats, warns me constantly, and burns through battery twice as fast.

Phones

July 5

I let Radial menu take over my Mac, and I’m never going back

I spent a week testing Radial, a Mac app that puts your shortcuts, scripts, and automations right at your cursor, and it's already changed how I use my Mac.

Computing Features

July 4

Valve Steam Machine Featured Design Coverplate

Valve just gave away the blueprint for its coolest Steam Machine mod

Valve has open-sourced its Inkterface E-Ink faceplate for the Steam Machine, sharing 3D files, BOM, and firmware so anyone can build one.

Computing News

July 3

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra smartphone in blue color.

Samsung’s Galaxy S27 Pro and Ultra could finally ditch that ancient selfie camera

Samsung's Galaxy S27 Pro and Ultra may swap the aging 12MP selfie camera for a sharper 16MP sensor, plus upgraded telephoto and ultra-wide lenses.

Phones

July 2

AI wants to summarize it all. TripAdvisor’s misleading reviews show AI will also ruin your travel plans

TripAdvisor's AI review summaries are calling unsafe hotels "spotless" and "friendly." Here's why you shouldn't trust that AI overview before booking.

Computing News

July 2

I hate sharing my Mac, but a face-unlocking app finally cured my privacy paranoia

A new free and open source Mac app called FaceGate lets you lock individual apps using Face Unlock,Touch ID, or a password, all processed locally on your device.

Computing Features

July 1

Acti just turned your smartphone keyboard into an AI assistant

Acti is a new AI keyboard for iOS and Android that lets you drop your location, live sports scores, and mini apps right inside your chats. No app switching needed.

Phones

July 1

Gemini Spark lands on the Mac, and it wants to tackle your chores while you relax

Gemini Spark lands on Mac and can now sort your files, build spreadsheets, and even run tasks while you're away from your desk.

Computing News

June 30

Kobo answers Kindle’s Goodreads perk with automatic StoryGraph syncing

Kobo has switched on its StoryGraph integration, so your reading progress now syncs over automatically. No more manual updates.

Tablets

June 30

The Clicks Communicator just showed off its software, and it actually looks promising

Clicks finally showed off the working Communicator software, and for anyone who misses physical keyboards, this first look is full of clever touches worth getting excited about.

Phones

June 30

Leaked cases give us the clearest look yet at Samsung’s upcoming foldables

Leaked cases give us the best look yet at cases for the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Z Fold 8 Wide, and Z Flip 8 ahead of Samsung's July Unpacked event.

Phones

June 30

iOS 27 developer beta 2 is here. Here are all the new features you get

Apple's iOS 27 developer beta 2 is here with a much faster Siri, a fixed crop bug, Wallet Insight, inline RCS replies, and a handful of other welcome tweaks. Here's everything new.

Phones

June 24

Tecno’s EllaClaw AI agent wants to clean up your phone and run your errands

Tecno's EllaClaw agent moves past chatbot replies and starts doing real work, from clearing RAM and saving battery to hailing rides and shopping inside your apps, all while keeping you in control.

Phones

June 24

The Google Home Speaker is impressive, until you look at the power cable

A buyer snagged the new Google Home Speaker early and shared first impressions. The sound impresses, the setup is quick, but the fixed power cable is a real letdown for repairability.

Smart Home

June 24

I found the Prime Day TV deals that are picture-perfect, and skipped the blurry bargains

Whether you want a flagship OLED with perfect blacks or a budget Mini-LED that punches above its weight, Prime Day has a TV deal for you. Here are the five best, picked so you can skip the scrolling.

Audio / Video Deals

June 23

I sifted through the Prime Day chaos to find the best Apple deals actually worth buying

Shop the best Apple Prime Day 2026 deals. M5 MacBook Air at $949, AirPods Max 2 at $399, AirPods 4 from $99, and iPad Air at $519.

Computing Deals

June 23

The race to make smart glasses look less awkward has begun, and I love what I see

An Italian startup called Lorika just launched Ontop, brightly colored clip-on covers that make your Ray-Ban Meta glasses pop.

Wearables News

June 23

iOS 27 new star rating feature in Photos

Apple is finally letting me rate my photos, and I can’t stop using it

The iOS 27 developer beta hides a star rating feature in the iPhone Photos app. Here's how to enable it, rate your photos, and filter your library to find your best shots in seconds.

Phones

June 22

These 7 hidden iOS 27 features have quietly improved my iPhone experience

The headline iOS 27 features get all the attention, but these seven small changes are the ones quietly making my iPhone better every single day.

Phones

June 14

Apple has finally put the planned obsolescence rumors to bed

Every iOS update used to come with the same fear: my old iPhone is about to get slower. iOS 27 finally breaks that pattern, and it's a big deal.

Phones

June 13

iPhone clean up tool creating a new face

I tried to blur a face in iOS 27. My iPhone gave a new one instead.

Apple improved the Clean Up tool in iOS 27, but it broke the hide faces feature in the process, and what it does now is both funny and a little alarming.

Phones

June 12

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