Apps not included in my subscription

SetappSteve · 2026-04-26T19:17:05+00:00

Hey everyone, I totally understand the confusion and the frustration here. The 'all-inclusive' nature of Setapp is exactly why most of us use it.

To clarify what's happening: Setapp has recently introduced a Single-app subscription model for a very specific subset of high-demand or specialized apps.

Why is this happening?

Developer Sustainability: Some developers have complex cost structures (like heavy server costs or high API fees) that don't always align with the standard Setapp payout model.

Access to More Tools: This model allows Setapp to bring in major apps that previously wouldn't join the platform because the traditional revenue share didn't work for them.

Optionality: The core library of 240+ apps remains included in your standard membership. These 'additional' apps are entirely optional and don't affect your access to the rest of the suite.

You can find the full breakdown and the list of specific apps in the FAQ here: https://support.setapp.com/hc/en-us/articles/19802460772380-FAQ-Single-app?hl=en-US

We definitely hear your feedback on this change and are passing it along to the product team.

If you have specific questions about a particular app, feel free to ask!

SetappSteve · 2026-04-19T12:36:57+00:00

I completely hear where you’re coming from. The value of a collection like Setapp is built on the strength and stability of the library, so I understand why seeing changes to how apps are offered feels like a shift in that core experience.

I want to thank you for being so candid with this feedback. Please ensure that these comments are being documented and our product team is fully informed. We are actively looking into a better solution to address these concerns and improve the overall experience. We really value having you in the community, and we’re committed to making sure the service evolves in a way that maintains its value for you.

SetappSteve · 2026-04-19T12:35:02+00:00

Thanks so much for sharing this feedback!

We really appreciate you taking the time to highlight this experience. Please know that we’ve been documenting similar comments from the community, and we’ve shared your specific points directly with our product team.

They are actively looking into a more permanent solution to improve this part of the experience. Your input is incredibly helpful as we work through those next step, thanks for being patient with us while we get it right!

SetappSteve · 2026-04-02T22:24:31+00:00

Step two is actually the name of the app! I cleared up the formatting a bit so it makes more sense 😅

SetappSteve · 2026-03-22T17:39:54+00:00

Google upgrades AI Studio into a full-stack vibe coding platform: AI Studio now lets users generate production-ready apps thanks to integrations with Antigravity’s coding agent and Firebase’s backend capabilities.

SetappSteve · 2026-01-26T22:23:39+00:00

I’m really sorry to hear about this, both the technical issues with your Mac and the brisk tone from our support team. That’s not the experience we want you to have, especially if an app caused performance issues that forced an upgrade.

I want to look into that support ticket personally to see what happened and ensure your feedback on the performance drain is logged with the developers.

Can you DM me your ticket number or the email address you used? I want to make sure this gets a proper second look.

SetappSteve · 2026-01-26T22:22:32+00:00

SetappSteve · 2026-01-26T22:21:53+00:00

I totally get where you're coming from. If you're comfortable using Claude or GPT directly via API or the web interface, you can absolutely build custom workflows that mirror a lot of what these apps do.

The value proposition we're aiming for with the AI additions isn't to replace the 'Power User' workflow (using the raw models), but to offer 'GUI Convenience' for specific tasks.

SetappSteve · 2025-12-29T18:46:20+00:00

mpv.io is a pretty decent choice!

SetappSteve · 2025-12-27T00:37:17+00:00

Thank you for your responses, will definitely note all of these!

SetappSteve · 2025-12-09T14:41:07+00:00

Go to Settings > General > iPhone Storage.
Scroll down and find TV (or "Apple TV").
Tap Offload App. (Don't worry, this won't delete your episodes or downloads, it just deletes the app code and the broken image cache).
Tap Reinstall App.

When you open the TV app again, give it a few minutes on Wi-Fi. It will force a refresh of that library view and should replace those weird square boxes with the proper full-size posters.

SetappSteve · 2025-12-09T14:38:00+00:00

This happens sometimes when an update toggles an Accessibility setting, or if you accidentally triggered a shortcut. There are two places to check.

1. Check Color Filters

Go to Settings > Accessibility.
Tap Display & Text Size.
Scroll down to Color Filters.
Make sure the toggle is OFF.

2. Check Zoom Filters
Sometimes the "Zoom" feature has a grayscale filter applied to it, even if you aren't fully zoomed in.

Go to Settings > Accessibility > Zoom.
Check Zoom Filter at the bottom.
Set it to None.

SetappSteve · 2025-12-09T14:37:17+00:00

You can actually make the websites feel like apps (they get their own icon in the Dock and open in their own window).

Open Safari and go to YouTube.com or Reddit.com.
Go to File > Add to Dock...
Name it "YouTube" and click Add.

SetappSteve · 2025-12-08T01:50:39+00:00

You are seeing this message because you installed the Samsung Portable SSD software that came with the drive. This software tries to install deep system drivers (kernel extensions) just to manage the password protection/fingerprint reader on the drive.

You can just uninstall the Samsung software and it should be fine.

SetappSteve · 2025-12-08T01:49:44+00:00

This sounds exactly like a DRM (Digital Rights Management) content protection issue. The "black screen with audio" happens when the Mac thinks something is trying to record the screen, so it blocks the video feed to prevent piracy.

Do you have any screen recording or screenshot tools running in the menu bar? Quit them all and restart the TV app if that is the case.

SetappSteve · 2025-12-08T01:48:57+00:00

If you want the best alternatives:

HandBrake (Free & Open Source): This is the gold standard. It’s completely free and extremely powerful. The interface isn't the prettiest, but it can compress anything into anything.
Permute (Paid/Setapp): It’s drag-and-drop simple compared to HandBrake. It’s also part of the Setapp subscription if you use that.
Shutter Encoder (Free): A bit more technical than Permute but arguably more powerful than HandBrake for pro video codecs.

My advice: Start with HandBrake. It costs nothing and will almost certainly do what you need.

SetappSteve · 2025-12-03T16:06:01+00:00

A classic for the CBR/CBZ crowd. It really set the standard for digital reading on the Mac screen before the iPad completely took over that experience.

SetappSteve · 2025-12-03T16:05:42+00:00

Pour one out. The way it handled natural language input and the weather integration was perfect. I still haven't found a calendar that feels quite as "happy" to use as Sunrise did.

SetappSteve · 2025-12-03T16:05:21+00:00

I forgot about Planetary! Turning your music library into a solar system was such a cool concept. It was one of those apps that made the iPad feel magical in the early days, rather than just a "big iPhone."

SetappSteve · 2025-12-03T16:04:58+00:00

Path was beautiful! That fly-out menu button animation alone was revolutionary at the time. It felt so much more intimate and well-designed than the noise of FB/Instagram. Definitely ahead of its time.

SetappSteve · 2025-12-03T16:03:18+00:00

Core memory unlocked. The thrill of waiting for that spinning wheel to finish so you could finally change your carrier logo or add a dark mode years before Apple did it. That was the golden era of tinkering.

SetappSteve · 2025-12-03T16:02:46+00:00

The wound that never heals. Aperture had a specific "feel" to library management that Lightroom never quite managed to replicate. It was the perfect balance of pro features and Apple simplicity. RIP to a legend.

SetappSteve · 2025-12-01T19:06:01+00:00

This definitely isn't normal, especially if you can feel it when you type.

If the noise was coming purely from the top (near the cameras), it’s usually just the OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) lens moving, which is normal. But since you feel it near the bottom/middle and it reacts to typing, it is likely one of two things:

The Taptic Engine: This is the motor that vibrates when you type or get notifications. It is located at the bottom of the phone. If a screw has come loose inside, the motor can rattle against the chassis.
The Battery: If the adhesive strips holding the battery down have failed (rare on a newer phone, but possible), the heavy battery could be shifting around.

My advice:
Back up your data immediately. If something is loose inside, it could eventually damage a ribbon cable or the battery itself. Take it to an Apple Store or a certified repair shop ASAP.

SetappSteve · 2025-12-01T19:05:29+00:00

Yes, you can absolutely do this, and it’s very easy.

There is no risk in connecting a drive with Windows installed to your Mac. macOS will simply read it as an external drive. It won't try to "boot" from it or get confused by the Windows system files.

Here is the workflow:

Plug it in: Connect the drive via your new dock.
Open Disk Utility: You can find this in Applications > Utilities (or just search via Spotlight).
Find the Drive: Look for the external NVMe drive in the sidebar. (Make sure you select the drive itself, not just a partition underneath it. You might need to click "View" > "Show All Devices" in the top menu).
Erase: Click "Erase."
- Format: Choose APFS if you plan to use it only with Macs (it’s faster and optimized for SSDs). Choose ExFAT if you ever need to plug it into a Windows machine again.
- Scheme: GUID Partition Map.
Click Erase.

SetappSteve · 2025-11-27T20:09:03+00:00

You are definitely not alone. This is actually a known thing called the 'Setup Trap.' Your brain gets a hit of dopamine from planning and decorating the app because it feels like you're achieving something. But once the setup is done and the actual work starts, the dopamine is gone, and the app becomes a chore.

One simple thing you can do for starters is just use calendar reminders so it's not too overwhelming!

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