NotchNook battery drain is sparking debate as Mac users compare it with the more polished Alcove. In one thread, a user reports 65% battery and about 1h55m left on NotchNook, while Alcove is praised for polish and smoother performance. The dock look even pops up in discussions, tied to DockFix [1].
NotchNook vs Alcove: Battery and polish NotchNook’s lightweight vibe isn’t winning on battery in every setup, while Alcove is described as polished with fewer issues. Many comments call Alcove the more refined option, underscoring how UX polish can influence reliability perceptions [1].
Uninstall hygiene and cleanup leftovers Uninstall leftovers show up in the Menu Bar as entries under /Users/YOUR_USER/Library/HTTPStorages/; users experiment with tools like Pearcleaner and Easyfind to clean orphaned files, though persistence can linger. There’s debate about truly removing these traces after uninstall, with workarounds like selectively clearing items and even reboot tricks discussed [2].
Typography debate: fonts for iOS apps Font choice isn’t just vanity for iOS updates. The consensus leans toward native fonts, with SF Pro as the standard; other quirky bets — like Zapfino, Zapf Dingbats, Comic Sans, and Papyrus — are dismissed by many for real-world readability [3].
Folder Preview Pro: UX trade-offs and upgrades Folder Preview Pro pushes envelope by lifting sandbox limits, enabling actions and thumbnails with Full Disk Access. Some users report slower performance on newer Macs (Tahoe era), and there are upgrade prompts and discount codes (e.g., REDDIT) tied to purchases [4].
Broader tooling UX: performance-focused diff tools When it comes to code diffs, free options trade blows with paid tools. Recommendations include JuxtaText, VSCode’s diff mode, and FileMerge, plus open options like Meld, P4Merge, and Sublime Merge. A nod to Codelime shows a bundled diff tool approach but still spots the same UX trade-offs [5].
Takeaway: UX, maintenance frictions, and font choices are shaping how Mac/iOS apps land with users as updates roll out.
References
NotchNook battery drainer?
NotchNook battery drain; Alcove praised for polish; DockFix dock discussed; Alcove battery issues minimal.
View sourceSettings > Menu Bar Trash after Uninstalling: /Users/*user*/Library/HTTPStorages/
Discusses mac menu bar leftovers after uninstall; Pearcleaner debated; shows methods to clear plist entries; persistence and mixed success here.
View sourceWhich font is the best for an iOS app?
Asks font choice for iOS app; favors system fonts SF Pro and San Francisco Pro; argues no single best font.
View sourceFolder Preview Pro: Quick Look Folders with Actions and Thumbnails
Folder Preview Pro launch adds actions, thumbnails, and icons view; mixed feedback cites performance issues and upgrade code prompts online.
View sourceVisual diff tool on mac (preferably free??)
Mac diff-tools thread comparing free options (JuxtaText, VSCode, Meld, P4Merge, BBEdit, FileMerge) with budget and subscription trade-offs.
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