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Android Authority
a day ago
- Android Authority
5 apps you should use instead of Obsidian
Nathan Drescher / Android Authority Obsidian is far more than just a simple note-taking app. If you're willing to put in some effort, you can transform it into a highly versatile personal knowledge management (PKM) system, capable of everything from a detailed to-do list and a budget tracker to various sophisticated databases. However, despite its power, Obsidian isn't suitable for everyone. Some users might be deterred by its steep learning curve or its particular aesthetic. If you're ready to explore other options for whatever reason, here are five alternatives you should consider, along with their key strengths and why they might be a good fit for you. Which of the following is the best Obsidian alternative in your opinion. 0 votes Notion NaN % Google Keep NaN % Evernote NaN % Anytype NaN % Capacities NaN % Other (tell us in the comments) NaN % Notion Dhruv Bhutani / Android Authority This is the Obsidian alternative I personally use, and the two are quite similar in many ways. Both Notion and Obsidian offer an incredible degree of flexibility, allowing you to create a customized knowledge base or streamline your workflow. The possibilities for organization and content creation are truly vast on both services. One of the major distinctions between them, however, is their foundational approach: Obsidian is primarily local-first, meaning your data is stored on your device, while Notion is cloud-based. I personally prefer cloud-based software for its ease of access across multiple devices. That said, for those who prioritize maximum privacy and local data control, Obsidian remains the stronger choice. It's important to note that Notion also comes with a significant learning curve, comparable to Obsidian's. So, if you're looking for something simpler, you might want to consider the next two entries on this list. But if the learning curve isn't an issue, Notion has a wealth of features to offer, including a vast library of free templates for nearly any purpose, an excellent design, extensive customization options, and a genuine sense of accomplishment once you've successfully set up your personalized workflow. Google Keep Joe Maring / Android Authority It truly doesn't get any simpler than Google Keep. I've used this app for years and am very familiar with its capabilities. While it suited my workflow perfectly for a long time, I eventually transitioned to Notion when my needs demanded more advanced features. Google Keep is a straightforward note-taking app. However, everyone has unique requirements. If all you're looking for is a straightforward note-taking app that's incredibly easy to learn and use, Google Keep is a fantastic option. It's entirely cloud-based, ensuring all your notes seamlessly sync across all your devices. Plus, it's completely free, without any ads or premium subscription plans to worry about. The main limitations are its basic text formatting and note organization features, which might be a drawback for some users. If you're seeking something less feature-packed than Obsidian but offering more robust capabilities than Keep, the next service on this list might be ideal. Evernote Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority Evernote is the app I initially switched to from Google Keep before eventually moving on to Notion. It's very simple to use, so there's no steep learning curve like with Obsidian. It's almost as user-friendly as Keep but provides more features, such as better note management, improved text formatting, and a lot more. It worked much better for my workflow at the time, and it's also cloud-based, syncing across all connected devices (within the plan's limits). I particularly liked its web clipper, which is a browser extension that allows you to quickly save articles directly into a notebook of choice. However, there are some notable downsides. You'll frequently encounter nudges to sign up for a premium plan. The free plan also has limitations on the number of notes you can create and the devices you can connect to your account. Evernote has significantly restricted its free offering over the years, which is a shame, but it can still be a worthwhile service for certain users. Anytype Dhruv Bhutani / Android Authority Unlike Google Keep and Evernote, Anytype is more of a direct competitor to Obsidian. This means it offers a similar suite of powerful tools and features, and it can be just as challenging to learn at first. It also embraces an 'offline-first' approach, which is excellent for those who are highly privacy-focused. Anytype combines the best elements of Notion and Obsidian. My colleague Dhruv is a big fan of Anytype, saying that he believes the software takes the best elements of Notion and Obsidian and then adds its own unique flavor to it. Setting it up is similar to how you would configure Notion, although Anytype provides even more ways to organize your data. And, like Obsidian, it offers a top-down, interconnected view of all your objects and how they link to each other. If you appreciate both Obsidian and Notion but find that neither fully meets your needs, you should definitely give Anytype a try, as it truly offers a compelling blend of both. Capacities Dhruv Bhutani / Android Authority Just like Anytype, Capacities is another tool that shares many similarities with both Notion and Obsidian. It can take a while to get the hang of, but once everything is set up, it can significantly boost your productivity. My colleague Dhruv is currently using it, though he found it's not necessarily 'better' than Obsidian. What he does believe, however, is that it can effectively complement tools like Obsidian and Notion, as its structure is just different enough to suit his specific workflow. You can read more about his experience with it here, but it's important to remember that not everyone will find themselves in the same camp as him. Some users may still prefer to use Capacities as their sole productivity tool, as it's powerful enough to stand on its own. Whether you want to use it as a simple note-taking app or to set up a complex workflow with intricate databases, Capacities has you covered. These are five excellent Obsidian alternatives to explore, though there are certainly plenty of other great options out there. Head to the comments section and let me know which ones you recommend and why. Follow
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Microsoft backtracks on $80 The Outer Worlds 2 pricing
There's hope that the gaming industry won't follow Nintendo's lead with $80 pricing. (Well, at least not yet.) On Wednesday, Microsoft backtracked on the price increase for The Outer Worlds 2. The game now costs $70, which itself was considered outrageous only a few years ago. Microsoft toldWindows Central that those who already pre-ordered Obsidian's shooter at $80 can get refunds at the point of purchase. Unfortunately, you can't simply get a $10 price adjustment. You'll have to refund the full $80 and then pre-order again for $70. I'm beginning to think consumer-friendliness isn't the priority here. The $80 pricing push began with Mario Kart World. Comments by Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford initially suggested Borderlands 4 might have followed. Fortunately, 2K Games saw something in the backlash that made it balk; it's launching at $70. A Bluesky user summed it up in a reply to Obsidian's U-turn. "Consumer advocacy in this awful state of the industry WORKS," @johnbrebbia posted. The gaming industry is caught in a godawful whirlwind of layoffs, studio closures and price increases. That's happening against a backdrop of rising costs for consumers. Meanwhile, the gaming industry is projected to reach $189 billion this year, a 3.4 percent increase. That's a combustible mixture if ever there was one. Ironically, Obsidian's sci-fi RPG deals with themes of late-stage capitalism. The developer even deployed in-world satire to announce the pricing change: "Dear Galactic Citizens! We have received your SOS via skip drone about the pricing..." Winking at one's audience is usually a good thing, but this strikes me as more of a "dude, read the room" moment. Regardless, The Outer Worlds 2 is set to arrive on October 29. It will be available for Xbox Series X/S, PS5 and PC.
Phone Arena
6 days ago
- Phone Arena
The Pixel 10 Pro Fold might be getting only the best Pro colors
After we saw leaked renders of the Pixel 10 and then the Pixel 10 Pro, it's now time to take a close look at the colors of the Pixel 10 Pro Fold. If there's a slight surprise about this leak, it is that Google may opt only for the two slightly more interesting colors of the Pro models. A new set of renders leaked by Android Headlines all but confirms the previous rumors that the Pixel 10 Pro Fold will be available in the following two colors: That would continue Google's tradition of limiting the colors of its most expensive smartphone to only a couple of options, as it did with the Pixel 9 Pro Fold last year. That foldable was only available in Obsidian and Porcelain, which are the names Google uses for the black and white versions of its phones. This year, the company may be skipping basic colors altogether. That would be true only if we assume the slight blue tint on the otherwise gray Moonstone version makes it bold. Just like with the Pixel 10 Pro , the Jade version appears to combine a nice green color with gold accents, which is relatively exciting. The newly leaked renders follow the recent leaks of the Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro colors. The vanilla Pixel 10 is rumored to have Obsidian, Indigo, Frost, and Limoncello as its color options, which appeared much bolder in the renders. The Pixel 10 Pro , on the other hand, is expected to arrive in Obsidian, Porcelain, Moonstone, and Jade. A caveat in the color options could be that Google might limit some storage options to specific colors. In the case of the Pixel 10 Pro Fold , that means the 1TB version might be only available in the Moonstone color. Those renders are very likely to be real, which would mean that Google is once again forcing everyone who wants a premium phone to choose from rather dull colors. While I hope that's not the case, we'll need to wait until the Made for Google event on August 20. That's when Google is expected to announce the Pixel 10 , Pixel 10 Pro , Pixel 10 Pro XL, Pixel 10 Pro Fold , and the Pixel Watch 4. That's the lineup with which the company hopes to challenge the brand-new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, the Galaxy S25, and the upcoming iPhone 17.
Engadget
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Engadget
Microsoft backtracks on $80 The Outer Worlds 2 pricing
There's hope that the gaming industry won't follow Nintendo's lead with $80 pricing. (Well, at least not yet.) On Wednesday, Microsoft backtracked on the price increase for The Outer Worlds 2 . The game now costs $70, which itself was considered outrageous only a few years ago. Microsoft told Windows Central that those who already pre-ordered Obsidian's shooter at $80 can get refunds at the point of purchase. Unfortunately, you can't simply get a $10 price adjustment. You'll have to refund the full $80 and then pre-order again for $70. I'm beginning to think consumer-friendliness isn't the priority here. The $80 pricing push began with Mario Kart World . Comments by Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford initially suggested Borderlands 4 might have followed. Fortunately, 2K Games saw something in the backlash that made it balk; it's launching at $70. A Bluesky user summed it up in a reply to Obsidian's U-turn. "Consumer advocacy in this awful state of the industry WORKS," @johnbrebbia posted. The gaming industry is caught in a godawful whirlwind of layoffs, studio closures and price increases. That's happening against a backdrop of rising costs for consumers. Meanwhile, the gaming industry is projected to reach $189 billion this year, a 3.4 percent increase. That's a combustible mixture if ever there was one. Ironically, Obsidian's sci-fi RPG deals with themes of late-stage capitalism. The developer even deployed in-world satire to announce the pricing change: "Dear Galactic Citizens! We have received your SOS via skip drone about the pricing..." Winking at one's audience is usually a good thing, but this strikes me as more of a "dude, read the room" moment. Regardless, The Outer Worlds 2 is set to arrive on October 29. It will be available for Xbox Series X/S, PS5 and PC.
Forbes
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Xbox Backtracks On $80 Games Like ‘Outer Worlds,' Is ‘Black Ops 7' Next?
Black Ops 7 Perhaps the future where all big games are $80 is not so nigh after all. In a surprising move, Microsoft has just announced that it will reverse course and no longer price its fall selection of games at $80. The Outer Worlds 2 pricing itself at $80 was eye-rolling at the time, as the series may be good, but it's a nascent franchise and not exactly Elder Scrolls or Fallout in terms of demanding such a premium. Obsidian also took the chance to announce the price cut in-character in the Outer Worlds universe: Outer Worlds 2 FEATURED | Frase ByForbes™ Unscramble The Anagram To Reveal The Phrase Pinpoint By Linkedin Guess The Category Queens By Linkedin Crown Each Region Crossclimb By Linkedin Unlock A Trivia Ladder What's notable here is that this is not just said to be Outer Worlds reducing its already announced price. Microsoft says 'our full priced holiday releases,' plural, and you might know what the next question is going to be: What about Call of Duty? Microsoft never announced a price for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 when it was revealed, nor have they opened up pre-orders. But it stands to reason that they would not make this statement about 'full-priced holiday releases' and not include Black Ops in that selection. This is significant because it goes past the idea that it's just Outer Worlds, a far, far smaller franchise getting this cut, but Call of Duty, one of the biggest properties in the world, and one that probably could command an $80 price. But it seems Microsoft doesn't want to go there. They don't want to go there yet. They're just talking about the rest of 2025, and after that? It's anyone's guess. Yes, we've started to see more $80 games crop up, sparked by Mario Kart World going first, but it is not yet industry 'standard.' This fall's Ghost of Yotei from PlayStation, for instance, a big launch for a pretty big franchise, remains $70. Microsoft has enough pricing problems as it is. They have recently jacked up prices of all its hardware to absurd levels, making Series S consoles cost more than PS5s and Xbox Series X's cost more than PS5 Pros in some instances. But yet again this is Microsoft waffling and seemingly to admit to yet another mistake in a series of many mistakes and instances of backtracking we've seen from the brand. Now, we wait for the Call of Duty announcement, one way or the other. Follow me on Twitter, YouTube, Bluesky and Instagram. Pick up my sci-fi novels the Herokiller series and The Earthborn Trilogy
