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Chilean web engineer building web experiences since 2006; co-founder of Media Creators and writes at iolivares.com.
23 things
Apple Mac Mini M2 Pro 2023Hardware Apple
Because Apple Computers are the best machines ever made, change my mind.
His /uses page, "My tools, gear and apps", a one-line verdict on each thing he uses; it states that some of its links can contain referrals. The date here is the last commit to the page's own source file, app/(main)/uses/page.tsx in his site repo ivolivares/iolivares.com-v2025, whose contents match the quoted lines.
2026-03-29·iolivares.com ↗
Dell P2414HHardware Dell
Dell's monitor is the best! Curved monitors are overrated.
His /uses page, "My tools, gear and apps", a one-line verdict on each thing he uses; it states that some of its links can contain referrals. The date here is the last commit to the page's own source file, app/(main)/uses/page.tsx in his site repo ivolivares/iolivares.com-v2025, whose contents match the quoted lines.
2026-03-29·iolivares.com ↗
Bose Companion 2 Series III SpeakersHardware Bose
I really love the sound of this speakers.
His /uses page, "My tools, gear and apps", a one-line verdict on each thing he uses; it states that some of its links can contain referrals. The date here is the last commit to the page's own source file, app/(main)/uses/page.tsx in his site repo ivolivares/iolivares.com-v2025, whose contents match the quoted lines.
2026-03-29·iolivares.com ↗
Apple iPad MiniHardware Apple
iPad's are the best table to take notes, drawing my idea and read some book works perfectly.
His /uses page, "My tools, gear and apps", a one-line verdict on each thing he uses; it states that some of its links can contain referrals. The date here is the last commit to the page's own source file, app/(main)/uses/page.tsx in his site repo ivolivares/iolivares.com-v2025, whose contents match the quoted lines.
2026-03-29·iolivares.com ↗
ErgoFoam Fit MeshHardware ErgoFoam
After 5 unsuccessful purchases of gamer chairs. The best is an ergonomic chair and this is the best.
His /uses page, "My tools, gear and apps", a one-line verdict on each thing he uses; it states that some of its links can contain referrals. The date here is the last commit to the page's own source file, app/(main)/uses/page.tsx in his site repo ivolivares/iolivares.com-v2025, whose contents match the quoted lines.
2026-03-29·iolivares.com ↗
Canon Rebel EOS T5Hardware Canon
My first pro camera, I love Canon.
His /uses page, "My tools, gear and apps", a one-line verdict on each thing he uses; it states that some of its links can contain referrals. The date here is the last commit to the page's own source file, app/(main)/uses/page.tsx in his site repo ivolivares/iolivares.com-v2025, whose contents match the quoted lines.
2026-03-29·iolivares.com ↗
iTerm2Software George Nachman
The best terminal for Mac OS.
His /uses page, "My tools, gear and apps", a one-line verdict on each thing he uses; it states that some of its links can contain referrals. The date here is the last commit to the page's own source file, app/(main)/uses/page.tsx in his site repo ivolivares/iolivares.com-v2025, whose contents match the quoted lines.
2026-03-29·iolivares.com ↗
1PasswordSoftware AgileBits
The best cross-platform security service.
His /uses page, "My tools, gear and apps", a one-line verdict on each thing he uses; it states that some of its links can contain referrals. The date here is the last commit to the page's own source file, app/(main)/uses/page.tsx in his site repo ivolivares/iolivares.com-v2025, whose contents match the quoted lines.
2026-03-29·iolivares.com ↗
VS CodeSoftware Microsoft
Yes, in 2022 Microsoft has the best IDE.
His /uses page, "My tools, gear and apps", a one-line verdict on each thing he uses; it states that some of its links can contain referrals. The date here is the last commit to the page's own source file, app/(main)/uses/page.tsx in his site repo ivolivares/iolivares.com-v2025, whose contents match the quoted lines.
2026-03-29·iolivares.com ↗
GitHubService GitHub
Always a Github Fan!
His /uses page, "My tools, gear and apps", a one-line verdict on each thing he uses; it states that some of its links can contain referrals. The date here is the last commit to the page's own source file, app/(main)/uses/page.tsx in his site repo ivolivares/iolivares.com-v2025, whose contents match the quoted lines.
2026-03-29·iolivares.com ↗
CloudflareService Cloudflare
Always my first layer and the secret to scale without surprises in your billing.
His /uses page, "My tools, gear and apps", a one-line verdict on each thing he uses; it states that some of its links can contain referrals. The date here is the last commit to the page's own source file, app/(main)/uses/page.tsx in his site repo ivolivares/iolivares.com-v2025, whose contents match the quoted lines.
2026-03-29·iolivares.com ↗
Philips HUE LightsHardware Philips
Since 2016, using this IoT amazing lights.
His /uses page, "My tools, gear and apps", a one-line verdict on each thing he uses; it states that some of its links can contain referrals. The date here is the last commit to the page's own source file, app/(main)/uses/page.tsx in his site repo ivolivares/iolivares.com-v2025, whose contents match the quoted lines.
2026-03-29·iolivares.com ↗
Audio-Technica AT-LP120XUSBHardware Audio-Technica
This is a beautiful, dynamic and amazing turntable.
His /uses page, "My tools, gear and apps", a one-line verdict on each thing he uses; it states that some of its links can contain referrals. The date here is the last commit to the page's own source file, app/(main)/uses/page.tsx in his site repo ivolivares/iolivares.com-v2025, whose contents match the quoted lines.
2026-03-29·iolivares.com ↗
Thule Construct 24L Blue Laptop BackpackHardware Thule
My favorite awesome tech backpack. I Love this brand.
His /uses page, "My tools, gear and apps", a one-line verdict on each thing he uses; it states that some of its links can contain referrals. The date here is the last commit to the page's own source file, app/(main)/uses/page.tsx in his site repo ivolivares/iolivares.com-v2025, whose contents match the quoted lines.
2026-03-29·iolivares.com ↗
Apple Watch Series 10Hardware Apple
Yep, another Apple product, but the best smartwatch for Apple Ecosystem.
His /uses page, "My tools, gear and apps", a one-line verdict on each thing he uses; it states that some of its links can contain referrals. The date here is the last commit to the page's own source file, app/(main)/uses/page.tsx in his site repo ivolivares/iolivares.com-v2025, whose contents match the quoted lines.
2026-03-29·iolivares.com ↗
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd GenHardware Bose
I'm sorry Apple, but in sound and quality Bose are the #1.
His /uses page, "My tools, gear and apps", a one-line verdict on each thing he uses; it states that some of its links can contain referrals. The date here is the last commit to the page's own source file, app/(main)/uses/page.tsx in his site repo ivolivares/iolivares.com-v2025, whose contents match the quoted lines.
2026-03-29·iolivares.com ↗
Bose QuietComfort Ultra HeadphonesHardware Bose
My favorites after suffer the Apple Airpods Max deception. Bose QC, the best Headphones ever.
His /uses page, "My tools, gear and apps", a one-line verdict on each thing he uses; it states that some of its links can contain referrals. The date here is the last commit to the page's own source file, app/(main)/uses/page.tsx in his site repo ivolivares/iolivares.com-v2025, whose contents match the quoted lines.
2026-03-29·iolivares.com ↗
Logitech C920 HD Pro WebcamHardware Logitech
Solid quality for less than a hundred bucks.
His /uses page, "My tools, gear and apps", a one-line verdict on each thing he uses; it states that some of its links can contain referrals. The date here is the last commit to the page's own source file, app/(main)/uses/page.tsx in his site repo ivolivares/iolivares.com-v2025, whose contents match the quoted lines.
2026-03-29·iolivares.com ↗
Tobenone USB-C Dock StationHardware Tobenone
This is my secret to connect everything without problems.
His /uses page, "My tools, gear and apps", a one-line verdict on each thing he uses; it states that some of its links can contain referrals. The date here is the last commit to the page's own source file, app/(main)/uses/page.tsx in his site repo ivolivares/iolivares.com-v2025, whose contents match the quoted lines.
2026-03-29·iolivares.com ↗
Dracula themeSoftware Zeno Rocha
For VSCode, is a nice dark theme.
His /uses page, "My tools, gear and apps", a one-line verdict on each thing he uses; it states that some of its links can contain referrals. The date here is the last commit to the page's own source file, app/(main)/uses/page.tsx in his site repo ivolivares/iolivares.com-v2025, whose contents match the quoted lines.
2026-03-29·iolivares.com ↗
RaycastSoftware Raycast
Productivity and Shortcuts in the next level.
His /uses page, "My tools, gear and apps", a one-line verdict on each thing he uses; it states that some of its links can contain referrals. The date here is the last commit to the page's own source file, app/(main)/uses/page.tsx in his site repo ivolivares/iolivares.com-v2025, whose contents match the quoted lines.
2026-03-29·iolivares.com ↗
PostHogService PostHog
Metrics, metrics, metrics. You can't improve what you don't measure.
His /uses page, "My tools, gear and apps", a one-line verdict on each thing he uses; it states that some of its links can contain referrals. The date here is the last commit to the page's own source file, app/(main)/uses/page.tsx in his site repo ivolivares/iolivares.com-v2025, whose contents match the quoted lines.
2026-03-29·iolivares.com ↗
Samson Go Mic ConnectHardware Samson
Not bad for a USB mic.
His /uses page, "My tools, gear and apps", a one-line verdict on each thing he uses; it states that some of its links can contain referrals. The date here is the last commit to the page's own source file, app/(main)/uses/page.tsx in his site repo ivolivares/iolivares.com-v2025, whose contents match the quoted lines.
2026-03-29·iolivares.com ↗
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