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technology5 days ago•19 min saved

AI Shortcut Forge Turns Natural Language Prompts into Apple Shortcuts

MacStories founder Federico Viticci unveils Shortcuts Playground, a free open-source plugin for Claude Code and Codex that converts natural-language prompts into functioning Apple Shortcuts by generating and signing .shortcut files on macOS; it supports build and remix commands, runs validation loops to fix errors, and showcases the potential of AI-assisted automation while noting that outputs should be checked, with a future prospect of an official Apple integration.

via MacStories|

#ai #automation #claude-code

technology7 days ago•8 min saved

iOS 27 Adds AI Wallpapers and AI-Generated Shortcuts

Bloomberg reports iOS 27 will include an AI-powered Image Playground wallpaper generator and a Shortcuts update that lets Siri describe a desired task to create a workflow with AI, with AI-created shortcuts automatically installed and accessible after WWDC previews on June 8.

via MacRumors|

#ai #ios-27 #shortcuts

technology11 days ago•12 min saved

iPhone Power-Up: 10 Apple Shortcut Hacks You Need

Lifehacker rounds up 10 Apple Shortcuts to turbocharge iPhone use, showing how to extend the Action Button with multi-shortcut setups, pull News Report AI into Notes via RSS, save X video clips, use MusicBot for smart playlists, log your current location, get tailored low‑battery alerts (even via ChatGPT), add discovered songs to Apple Music with Shazam, personalize post‑alarm routines, receive battery warnings when leaving home, and run specific actions in CarPlay, plus tips for building your own automations using triggers and actions in Shortcuts.

via Lifehacker|

#apple #automation #iphone

technology4 months ago•84 min saved

Garmin Shortcuts: The Hidden Button Tricks I Use Daily

The article highlights Garmin shortcuts—formerly known as hot keys—as a hidden feature that lets you customize button presses to quickly access your most-used tools. By configuring shortcuts in the Settings (often under System), you can assign actions like launching the music player, starting timers, saving a location, or opening alarms. On five-button Garmins you can set up to seven shortcuts, enabling a clutter-free watch face while providing rapid access to frequent functions, a daily time-saver the author personally relies on.

via Tom's Guide|

#garmin #hotkeys #shortcuts

gaming8 months ago•2 min saved

Hollow Knight: Silksong - Simple Key and Door Location Guide

In Hollow Knight Silksong, Simple Keys are used to unlock certain doors in Pharloom, providing shortcuts and access to new areas. They can be purchased from Pebb for 500 Rosaries or found in Sinner's Road after completing a platform challenge. Key locations include Bone Bottom, Deep Docks, and Sinner's Road, each unlocking valuable shortcuts or questlines to aid progression.

via PCGamesN|

#game-tips #gaming #hollow-knight-silksong

technology10 months ago•23 min saved

Apple's macOS Tahoe Public Beta Offers Exciting New Features

Apple's macOS Tahoe public beta introduces significant updates including a new design language, enhanced Spotlight features, expanded Shortcuts automation, and a revamped menu bar, though the design feels unfinished and inconsistent on the Mac. The update aims to improve productivity and integrate more AI-driven features, but the interface still needs refinement to better suit Mac users.

via Six Colors|

#design-updates #macos-tahoe #public-beta

business10 months ago•3 min saved

Success Hinges on Ambition and Laziness, Not Intelligence, Expert Says

Successful billionaires, politicians, and CEOs often succeed not because of their intelligence but due to their ambition and strategic laziness, which drives them to seek shortcuts, delegate effectively, and prioritize attitude over skills in hiring. This approach fosters innovation, agility, and efficiency in their organizations.

via Fortune|

#ambition #business #laziness

technology10 months ago•1 min saved

Android Canary Update Brings New Features and Enhancements

Android Canary's latest update introduces a new 'Now Playing' lock screen shortcut, allowing quick access to song identification features directly from the lock screen, enhancing user convenience on Pixel devices.

via Android Authority|

#android #lock-screen #now-playing

technology11 months ago•9 min saved

How macOS Tahoe Boosts Your Productivity

macOS Tahoe introduces five key features that significantly boost productivity: an improved Clipboard History accessible via Spotlight, Spotlight direct actions for faster task execution, integration of Apple Intelligence into Shortcuts for smarter automation, Live Activities displayed in the menu bar for real-time updates, and the ability to answer and place phone calls directly from the Mac, streamlining workflows and reducing distractions.

via AppleInsider|

#clipboard-history #macos-tahoe #productivity

technology11 months ago•2 min saved

Apple Enhances Shortcuts and Siri with AI and SwiftUI Updates at WWDC 2025

At WWDC 2025, Apple introduced an AI-powered update to its Shortcuts app, allowing users to access Apple Intelligence and on-device large language models for more intelligent automation, making the app more accessible and useful for a broader audience.

via TechCrunch|

#ai #apple #on-device-llm

technology2 years ago•3 min saved

"ChatGPT for Mac: Easy Setup and Apple Shortcuts Integration"

OpenAI has launched an official ChatGPT app for Mac, bringing iPhone functionality to the desktop with features like a system-wide keyboard shortcut for instant access and support for Shortcuts. Users can now easily set up and use ChatGPT for various tasks, including voice conversations, enhancing the Mac's voice assistant capabilities. The app is still rolling out to all users.

via 9to5Mac|

#apple #chatgpt #macos

technology2 years ago•5 min saved

"Maximizing iPhone Efficiency: The Ultimate Guide to Apple Shortcuts and Automation"

Shortcuts, a preinstalled app on iPhones since 2019, can give your iPhone superpowers by allowing you to automate tasks and perform complicated tricks. These shortcuts can be activated in various ways and can be created manually or installed from a gallery of premade shortcuts. They can also interact with other apps on your phone, making them versatile and powerful tools for increasing productivity and convenience.

via The Washington Post|

#automation #ios #iphone

technology2 years ago•3 min saved

"Apple's iOS 17.3 Update: Fixing Shortcuts Vulnerability and Warning Users"

Apple's iOS 17.3 update fixed a security flaw, CVE-2024-23204, in the Shortcuts application that could allow attackers to access sensitive data without user prompt. The flaw has been exploited in real-life attacks and is set to be addressed in the upcoming iOS 17.4 update. Users are advised to update to iOS 17.3.1, exercise caution when using shortcuts from untrusted sources, and regularly check for security updates and patches from Apple.

via Forbes|

#bitdefender #ios-173 #iphone

technology2 years ago•4 min saved

"Embracing Macro Pads: Figma's Creator Micro and Its Colorful, Clicky Keys"

Figma has collaborated with Work Louder to create the Figma Creator Micro, a colorful and mechanical keyboard with four layers of shortcuts designed for the Figma app. The customizable keyboard, available with "Clicky" or "Silent" keys, allows for seamless OS-switching and can be reprogrammed to mimic functions on different operating systems. While it may not be worth the price for everyone, the tactile feedback and dedicated keys provide a sense of mastery and fun for specific computer tasks, offering a break from the monotony of traditional keyboards.

via Ars Technica|

#clicky-keyboards #creator-micro #figma

technology2 years ago•3 min saved

Upgrade Your iPhone with ChatGPT's Voice Assistant: Say Goodbye to Siri!

iPhone users can now configure their Action Button, replacing the Mute button, to launch OpenAI's ChatGPT Voice feature instead of using Siri. This feature is available on the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max models. By associating the Action Button with the ChatGPT Shortcut, users can initiate a voice conversation with ChatGPT by pressing and holding the button. This functionality was previously limited to ChatGPT+ subscribers but is now accessible to all free users. The ChatGPT assistant offers diverse voices and can be used for various tasks, including answering questions and providing responses. Additionally, the Action Button can be customized to launch other apps and perform different actions using the Shortcuts app.

via TechCrunch|

#chatgpt #iphone #shortcuts