Tools & Tech

Tools & tech — tested in real world scenarios.

Get our notes on what we're using or testing in our business. Learn about what's working, what’s not, and how our use changes over time.

What the labels mean

What the status means

Active UseIn our regular stack right now.

TestingTrying it out \u2014 early verdict, still evaluating.

WatchingOn our radar; not in active use yet.

PausedUsed it, set it aside for now.

RetiredWe've moved on from this one.

What the fit rating means

High FitStrong fit for our work and most of our clients.

NicheGreat for a specific use case, not everyone.

Low FitLimited fit \u2014 here's our honest take on why.

Active Use Niche Katmai – An Immersive Video Experience Katmai is a browser-based virtual office that helps remote teams feel connected without requiring a VR headset or additional hardware. Instead of scheduling another… Audio & Video · Updated Jul 2026 → Active Use High Fit Plaud Note AI Notetaker The Plaud Note is a slim, credit-card-sized AI voice recorder that magnetically attaches to the back of your phone, capturing meetings, calls, and conversations… AI Tools · Updated Jul 2026 →