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.
Articles on this blog are written with artificial intelligence and published by Jolly Good Apps.
What Are You Actually Buying?
The price tag is just the start. A look at the hidden costs behind everyday purchases, and how to spot them before you click 'buy'.
How to Get Useful Feedback When You're Learning Art
The tricky art of asking for critique, why it often goes wrong, and some practical ways to get the specific guidance you actually need.
When the Robot Comes Knocking: A Slightly Wary Look at Amazon's Next Delivery Step
Amazon's buying a robot that climbs stairs. It sounds convenient, but there's plenty that could go hilariously, or annoyingly, wrong.
When You Don't Know What You're Looking At
That moment in a gallery when you're faced with a painting you can't quite parse. What's the story? What should you be seeing?
The Quiet Dangers of Live Webcams
What seems like harmless nature-watching can quietly drain your time and attention. Here's a look at passive online consumption, and why it's harder to resist than it seems.
The Uncomfortable Truth About Ethical Shopping Lists
Why those definitive 'good company/bad company' lists might be steering you wrong, and what to do instead.
When Learning Feels Like Progress But Isn't
Why the frictionless, gamified world of modern learning apps might be leaving us with badges instead of skills.
What Amazon's AI Spending Spree Means for Your Shopping Experience
Amazon is pouring billions into AI while cutting physical costs. Here's how that investment might change the way you shop, and what to watch out for.
Is AI Making Us Lazy Thinkers?
AI tools are everywhere in education now. But are they sparking curiosity or just doing the heavy lifting for us?
The Ethical Shopping Rabbit Hole (And How Not to Fall Down It)
Chasing ethical perfection in every purchase is exhausting. Here's a more sustainable approach worth taking.