HubSpot Update: Customize the About section via the left sidebar on iOS

Ever notice how even the tiniest tech updates, you know, the ones that seem kinda blink and you'll miss it, they can sometimes, like, hint at big changes coming down the line?

Mhmm.

Well, strap in because today, we're diving into one of those. We're talking about those digital lifelines we call note taking apps. And, spoiler alert. Yeah. A a certain update has got us pretty hyped.

IOS users, especially, you're gonna wanna listen in on this. Right. This affects you guys directly. Yeah. So big picture.

This whole thing sprung from a

product Yeah.

So big picture. This whole thing sprung from a product update announcement dropped just the other day, October 8, 2024, to be exact. And it basically revolves around, well, how this popular note taking app, how it handles Giddisc, how it handles the about section in your notes. Remember, this is all about the future of note taking people.

And it's more exciting than it sounds. Trust me. Because, see, this little update, it shines a light on, like, a universal struggle. How much stuff we're cramming into our digital spaces.

Preach. Okay. So for those of us who haven't had our morning coffee yet, break it down for us what's changing and, more importantly, why should we even care?

Yeah. Yeah. No problem.

Because, honestly, at first glance, doesn't sound earth shattering.

Right. Right. So, basically, what's changing is iOS users, you'll soon have the power to personalize the about section in your notes Okay. Just like you can already do on, on the web version, you know, where you add those tags, due dates, a quick summary, all that jazz.

Right. Right. Gotta love a good tag. So this is coming to mobile.

Exactly. It's about bringing all those features you love on the web version over to your phone, and that's huge because well, think about it. How much info are we all shoving into these apps? Right?

Way too much. Dates, times, random thoughts, grocery lists

Mhmm.

The jungle in there.

Exactly. And this update, it's like they're handing you a machete.

Oh, I like that. Hacking away at the digital undergrowth.

Exactly. It's all about giving you, the user, more control, more ways to wrangle all that info, make it work for you. No more scrolling endlessly. Less scrolling, more doing. Right?

I can't get behind that. Exactly. It's about efficiency, about making our digital lives,

well, less chaotic. Now you're speaking my language.

But I'm curious, what makes you say this tweak, this like, about Section Makeover, what makes you so sure it's a bigger deal than it seems?

Good question. It's subtle, but this update, it actually points to a much larger trend in the tech world, something I find super fascinating.

Completely it on us.

Okay. So you know how everyone's feeling overwhelmed these days. Right? Like, information overload is a real thing.

Tell me about it. My brain feels like a browser with, like, 20 tabs open all the time.

Exactly. And app developers, they see this. They know users are craving simplicity, craving a sense of control. So what are they doing? They're starting to design apps that work smarter, not harder for us.

Apps that adapt to our our needs, not the other way around, and this about section update. It's a perfect example of that. By giving users more control over how their notes are organized, they're essentially saying, hey. We get it. We know you're busy.

Let us help you find what you need faster.

It's like they're reading our minds or at least, like, our collective overwhelm size.

Right. And the beauty of it is it's such a simple change, but it has the potential to make a huge difference in how we use these apps every day.

Okay. I'm starting to see the light here, pun intended maybe, because they actually do explain briefly how w this whole thing works in the announcement. Mhmm. And, like, it does sound crazy simple.

See. That's the beauty of good design. They're most likely tapping into those existing syncing features, you know, the ones that already let you seamlessly switch between your phone, your tablet, the web app. Everything's connected.

Oh, yeah. Like magic.

Right. So you tweak your about section on your phone. Boom. It's reflected everywhere else instantly. This update, it's just another step towards building that kind of interconnected intuitive ecosystem.

They wanna make it so you don't even have to think about it. It just works.

Like a well oiled note taking machine. I like it. But here's the thing that really caught my eye, and tell me if I'm reading too much into this. They're making this update available for all users.

Oh, I noticed that too.

Yeah. Like, not just the ones paying for premium features. Everyone gets a piece of the organizational pie. What's that telling us about the company's, like, philosophy, you think?

I think it's a brilliant move, honestly, because it shows they're prioritizing core functionality and user satisfaction over, you know, just trying to nickel and dime people with premium features. It's a long game they're playing. Yeah. A better experience for everyone leads to a more engaged user base overall. Right?

Makes sense. Happy users. Happy app developers. Happy world. So if I'm connecting the dots correctly, what we're seeing here is bigger than just a little about section revamp.

Way bigger.

This is about.

This is about how companies are starting to think differently about the tools we use every day. They're realizing that sometimes the smallest changes can have the biggest impact.

It's like they're finally listening to us to what we actually need to, like, thrive in this digital jungle. Man, that gives me hope for the future of, well, everything.

Me too. Makes you wonder, what small change in your own digital life, something seemingly insignificant? What if that could unlock a whole new level of productivity or creativity or just plain old peace of mind, something to ponder.

That's something I'm definitely gonna be pondering, food for thought and all that. Thanks for the deep dive. As always, always a pleasure picking your brain.

You too. Glad we could break it down.