--- title: Picks of the Week 2023 – WELSTech --- - - - - - - - - - [![tunein-svgrepo-com (1)](https://welstech.wels.org/hubfs/tunein-svgrepo-com%20(1).svg) ](https://tunein.com/podcasts/Technology-Podcasts/WELSTech-Audio-p1206615/) - [![Groups-2-Fill--Streamline-Rounded-Fill-Streamline-Material](https://welstech.wels.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Groups-2-Fill--Streamline-Rounded-Fill-Streamline-Material.png?width=16&height=16&name=Groups-2-Fill--Streamline-Rounded-Fill-Streamline-Material.png) ](https://groups.google.com/a/groups.wels.net/g/welstech) - [Stitcher icon ](https://app.stitcher.com/browse/feed/22792) - - - # Picks of the Week 2023 A complete listing of the **Picks of the Week** from 2023 WELSTech episodes [A Look Back at 2023 (Episode 715)](https://welstech.wels.net/2023/12/28/715-a-look-back-at-2023/?hsLang=en) ### Artificial Intelligence (AI) - [CapCut](https://www.capcut.com/) – AI video editing - Thanks, Principal Michael Vlieger from Risen Savior LES in Mankato, MN! - Sample [Risen Savior Connection](https://youtu.be/ywiU66Q4vkQ) generated with CapCut - Google for Education's [Guide to AI in Education](https://services.google.com/fh/files/misc/gfe_guide_to_ai_in_education.pdf) for teachers and student/parent friendly [AI Literacy Guide](https://services.google.com/fh/files/misc/google_youtube_5_must_knows_to_get_started_with_generative_ai.pdf) - Magic ToDo, Formalier and more from [Goblin Tools](https://goblin.tools/) - Use [Google Bard](https://bard.google.com/) to summarize a YouTube video - [Jason's example](https://g.co/bard/share/8267b2c8f5d9) – Summarizing Sir Ken Robinson's Changing Education Paradigm's TED Talk - [Snipd](https://www.snipd.com/) does the same for podcast ### Bible - [BibleProject YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/@bibleproject) – featuring sketch overviews of books of the Old and New Testament - Check out [the first half of Exodus](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jH_aojNJM3E) ### Design - Canva for your graphic design needs, including websites ([sample from Grace Ungemach](https://graceunge.my.canva.site/)) ### Education - [Ditch Summit](https://ditchsummit.com/) - [Verizon Innovative Learning HQ](https://www.verizon.com/learning) ### Entertainment - [Journal 29](https://journal29.com/) – [Available on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/Journal-29-Interactive-Book-Game/dp/1635871727/) ### Hardware - [Apple MacBook Pro with M2](https://www.apple.com/macbook-air-m2/) - [Apple Watch SE](https://www.apple.com/apple-watch-se/) - [CASIO Calculator Watch](https://www.casio.com/us/watches/casio/databank/) - [Cricut Xtra](https://cricut.com/en-us/cutting-machines/cricut-joy/cricut-joy-xtra/cricut-joy-xtra/2010313.html) - [Elgato Master Mount S](https://www.elgato.com/us/en/p/master-mount-s) - [iPhone Continuity Camera](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213244) - [Jelly Comb USB Charging Station](https://www.walmart.com/ip/Jelly-Comb-USB-Charger-Desktop-Charger-6-Port-Charging-Station-Hub-Multiple-Power-Adapter-iPhone-X-7-iPad-Samsung-Galaxy-S8-Edge-LG-G5-Nexus-All-Smar/403509205) - [Walmart+ Membership](https://www.walmart.com/plus/) - [xTool D1 Pro 20w diode laser](https://www.xtool.com/products/portable-diode-laserbox-d1-for-laser-engraving-laser-cutting?variant=44035093201135) ### Leadership - [Lutheran Leadership resources](https://lutheranleadership.com/2023-conference-materials/) - Including a slew from Wendy Kuschel, featured on [WELSTech 695](https://welstech.wels.net/2022/12/01/695-church-communication-plans/?hsLang=en) ### Office - [Cool Chair Wheels](https://www.amazon.com/Replacement-Rollerblade-Clever-Casters-Protection/dp/B071ZG27G2) - [Purple Ultimate Seat Cushion](https://www.amazon.com/Purple-Ultimate-Seat-Cushion-Relieving/dp/B01CKMP21W?sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9tdGY&psc=1) ### Productivity - [6 Types of Working Genius](https://www.workinggenius.com/) - [Apple Notes](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT205773) – [Review from Paperlike](https://paperlike.com/blogs/paperlikers-insights/apple-notes-review) - [Microsoft OneNote](https://www.onenote.com/) - [OneNote Review – Does it work well on your iPad?](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VhLdO95LU2Q) - [Learn more about the PARA Method](https://fortelabs.com/blog/para/) - [How to Setup PARA in OneNote: Organize Your Life Like a Pro!](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ig-cL6WStx0) - Microsoft ToDo - [WorkingMemory.txt – The Most Important Productivity Tool You've Never Heard Of](https://calnewport.com/deep-habits-workingmemory-txt-the-most-important-productivity-tool-youve-never-heard-of/) ### Utilities - [1Password](http://www.1password.com/) - [What Are Passkeys?](https://www.tomsguide.com/news/what-are-passkeys) - [Alexa home automation](https://www.amazon.com/alexa-smart-home/b?ie=UTF8&node=21442899011) - [Best Star Gazing Apps of 2023](https://www.space.com/best-stargazing-apps) - DarkSky.org - [Night Sky](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/night-sky/id475772902) (iOS) - [Format Facebook and Instagram posts with Caption Maker](https://apps4lifehost.com/Instagram/CaptionMaker.html) - Gmail URL Chrome extension - [Grammarly](https://www.grammarly.com/) - [Raindrop.io](https://raindrop.io/) - [Readwise Reader](https://readwise.io/happy-reader/) - Use [GPTZero.me](https://gptzero.me/) to test text for AI generation – a tip from the [Blueprint-Schools.com webinar on ChatGPT](https://www.blueprint-schools.com/the-blueprint-blog/chatgpt) - [Use Your Phone as a Webcam](https://www.wired.com/story/use-your-phone-as-webcam/) - [VaultWarden](https://sourceforge.net/projects/vaultwarden.mirror/) (self-hosted) and [BitWarden](https://bitwarden.com/) (cloud) password keepers ### Picks of the Week Archive [ 2008 ](https://welstech.wels.org/picks-of-the-week-2008?hsLang=en) | [ 2009 ](https://welstech.wels.org/picks-of-the-week-2009?hsLang=en) | [ 2010 ](https://welstech.wels.org/picks-of-the-week-2010?hsLang=en) | [ 2011 ](https://welstech.wels.org/picks-of-the-week-2011?hsLang=en) | [ 2012 ](https://welstech.wels.org/picks-of-the-week-2012?hsLang=en) | [ 2013 ](https://welstech.wels.org/picks-of-the-week-2013?hsLang=en) | [ 2014 ](https://welstech.wels.org/picks-of-the-week-2014?hsLang=en) | [ 2015 ](https://welstech.wels.org/picks-of-the-week-2015?hsLang=en) | [ 2016 ](https://welstech.wels.org/picks-of-the-week-2016?hsLang=en) | [ 2017 ](https://welstech.wels.org/picks-of-the-week-2017?hsLang=en) | [ 2018 ](https://welstech.wels.org/picks-of-the-week-2018?hsLang=en) | [ 2019 ](https://welstech.wels.org/picks-of-the-week-2019?hsLang=en) | [ 2020 ](https://welstech.wels.org/picks-of-the-week-2020?hsLang=en) | [ 2021 ](https://welstech.wels.org/picks-of-the-week-2021?hsLang=en) | [ 2022 ](https://welstech.wels.org/picks-of-the-week-2022?hsLang=en) | [ 2023 ](https://welstech.wels.org/picks-of-the-week-2023) | [ 2024 ](https://welstech.wels.org/picks-of-the-week-2024?hsLang=en) | [ 2025 ](https://welstech.wels.org/picks-of-the-week-2025?hsLang=en) | [ 2026 ](https://welstech.wels.org/picks-of-the-week-2026?hsLang=en) ### About WELSTech exists to explore the use of technology to further the spread of the gospel. 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