I’m all in on the Apple ecosystem. The “It just works” principle remains largely true, and I like having all my data accessible everywhere, all the time. However, it also means putting all eggs in one basket. It also means having fewer choices when it comes to devices. So I’ve been considering the possibility of leaving the Apple ecosystem and replacing its components with open-source alternatives. This is definitely a major effort that could take years to accomplish. The first step is to review my digital assets and see how much they are tied to a proprietary application or data format. For example, even though I like Apple Notes, there isn’t an easy way to export my data from it.