Uses

This page is inspired from the uses.tech movement. So this is a quick overview of the tech I use, which serve me well for my work and hobbies.

Last updated: 14th April, 2024

system

System Info

I have a single machine, Macbook Air M1, 2020 with specs as follows:

  • CPU : Apple M1, 8 core
  • GPU : 7 core
  • RAM : 8 GB
  • Storage : 256 GB
  • OS : MacOS
  • Display : 13'' 2560x1600 ultra HD
  • Keyboard Cover : Laprite Premium Ultra Thin

Desktop Dock

When not using my Macbook as laptop, I doc it to my desk. For this I use the following hardware:

  • Monitor : BenQ 28-inch UHD 4K Monitor
  • Dock : EKSA USB C Hub for MacBook
  • Keyboard : Portronics, Key-2 Wireless
  • Mouse : Logitech, MX Master 3, Black
  • Desk Mat : Scarters, Navy Blue:Orange (90 x 45)
  • Chair: Green Soul® | Jupiter Superb

Content Consumption

I don't use mainstream social media for various reasons, but I still consume online content through RSS feeds and am an avid reader. I used to read ebooks on Kindle paperbacks, but now I exclusively use an iPad for both RSS feeds and ebooks. The iPad specs are:

  • Model: iPad Air 5, 2022
  • CPU: M1
  • Gen: 5th
  • Storage: 64 GB
  • Display: 10.9-inch/27.69 cm
  • Protective Cover: ESR, Magnetic (Black)
  • Color: Purple
  • Pencil: 2nd gen
  • Paperlike for screen: ESR
  • Audio: Apple Air Pods (2nd gen)

Storage

I keep my devices tidy, except for essential items & when I need to clear out digital clutter, I use...

  • SSD Samsung T7 500GB - as my regular storage drive.
  • HDD Seagate Expansion 4TB - for long term hoarding.

Web Solutions

For domains, hosting & VPS, I prefer

  • Namecheap : as domain registrar
  • Hostinger, Qadrihosting : for hosting
  • Hetzner : for VPS

Software

Apps I started using in 2024

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