In this video I walk through my current MacBook setup and the specific upgrades and apps that make it feel genuinely “productive” for study and deep work. The big idea is that a good setup isn’t about having loads of tools—it’s about removing friction. So I focus on a few system-level tweaks that speed up everyday actions (launching apps, window management, switching tasks) and a handful of apps that protect attention, keep my workflow clean, and make the laptop feel like a reliable study machine rather than a distraction portal. I also break down how I think about browsers (because they’re basically your operating system as a student), and how I separate “research mode” from “scroll mode”. Then I show the core apps I use for planning and note-taking—Notion/Notion Calendar for organising my weeks, and Obsidian for actually building knowledge—plus the creative and technical tools I use when I’m editing or coding. If you’re a student, the takeaway is simple: tighten the basics (shortcuts + windows + battery health), pick one or two systems you’ll stick with, and use blockers/VPNs intentionally so your MacBook supports focused, balanced work.