Tips & Hacks
Actionable tricks, shortcuts, and clever ideas that make everyday tasks
simpler and smarter.
NotebookLM
Google’s free AI notebook is far more powerful than most people realize. Upload your own materials, PDFs, notes, or even YouTube (YT) video links, and chat directly with your sources, not the open web. It’s perfect for practical hacks like storing appliance manuals or board-game rules so you can ask specific questions anytime.
I also use it to upload travel articles and YT links to have it design an itinerary based purely on these. .
And then there’s the Studio feature: it can turn any uploaded document into a two-person podcast-style conversation. For a laugh (and an ego boost), upload your LinkedIn profile and listen to two virtual hosts discuss your “remarkable career.”
VO2 max Calculator
Skip the pricey lab tests and smart watches, this simple calculator estimates your VO2 max using just a few basic inputs. It’s a quick, no-cost way to gauge your cardiovascular fitness and track progress over time. Perfect for runners, cyclists, or anyone curious about their aerobic capacity without investing in wearables.
Podcast Magic App
Capture and share podcast highlights without installing anything. When you hear a moment worth saving, take a screenshot of your podcast player (Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc.) and email it to podcastmagic@sublime.app. About 30 seconds later, you’ll get an email back with a shareable video clip and transcript of that exact moment. Works with any player—no app download, account, or login required.