2 Tech Tools You'll Actually Want to Use

Dec 12, 2024

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I’m a bit of a techie 🤓.

I love trying new apps that claim to solve a big problem in an interesting way.

Most often, the tool falls way short of the hype, and I thank whoever invented free trials and move on.

But every once in a while, I come across an app that delights me. And when it can be used in the meded space, I feel compelled to share it.

This week that happened not once - but twice.

Even if you self-identify as a late adopter, I think these two tools will make your life easier - and who doesn’t want that?

1. Tella.tv

What: screen and video recorder with built-in editing tools

Standout Feature: fool-proof edits with a professional polish

Use Cases: record video lectures, demonstrate on-screen workflows, pre-record presentations for conferences, share your knowledge on social media or in an online course

Pricing: starts at $19/mo or $144/yr

Discount: educators get 6 months for free

2. Visual Electric

What: generate royalty-free custom images with AI

Standout Feature: let your creativity run free and iterate on a sprawling canvas

Use Cases: images for powerpoint presentations, graphics for your website or reports, educational materials for patients

Pricing: paid plans start at $20/mo or $192/yr

Discount: free plan with 20 generations/month

Tella:

Visual Electric:

Give one (or both) of these tools a try and let me know what you think
Reply to let me know what tools you’re excited about 🤩

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2 Tech Tools You'll Actually Want to Use

1. Tella.tv

2. Visual Electric

Tella:

Visual Electric:

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