Practical Guides from Jolly Good Apps
Tips and articles on spotting fake Amazon reviews, AI-powered art analysis, YouTube productivity, and getting more from the tools you use every day.
What's the Real Price of That Bargain?
That cheap price tag often hides other costs. It's worth looking closer at what you're really paying for.
When Translation Tools Get a Bit Too Creative
That moment when your browser's translation feature decides to get creative with geography. Let's talk about when automated translations go slightly off-piste.
The Art of the Artificial Deadline
How I learned to stop small tasks from swallowing entire afternoons by setting arbitrary finish lines before I even begin.
When the Algorithm Isn't Enough: Why Human Curation Still Matters
Amazon's AI might recommend products, but it can't tell you which ones are actually any good. Here's why we still need human eyes on reviews.
The Screens Are Winning, But My Shed Is Fighting Back
A story about trying to fix a leaky tap, failing spectacularly, and realising we've lost something vital in our relationship with physical things.
How to Spot Fake Amazon Reviews: A 2026 Guide for the Wary Shopper
Amazon reviews aren't what they used to be. Here are the red flags to watch for, and how a bit of modern help can save you from a dud purchase.
The Unseen Things That Slow Us Down
It's not just the obvious bloatware. The real performance killers are often the things we've forgotten are even there.
Remember When You Had to Actually Go Places to Find Things?
The internet has made discovery effortless, but I sometimes miss the thrill of the hunt. Here's why I'm on the fence about our new reality.
When the Scam Isn't About Money
The most frustrating scams aren't the ones that take your cash. They're the ones that steal something far more valuable: your time and peace of mind.
The Accountability Illusion: Why We Work Better When Watched
That strange phenomenon where you're suddenly productive the moment someone might see you slacking off. It's not just you.