Weatherling

Finally, Weather Worth Having on Your Desktop (Even If You’re at Work)

Who knew I needed weather on my desktop? Apparently, I did. I just didn’t know it until yesterday. 
I want so desperately to give this more than 5 stars…so since Apple’s rating system is broken, it’s got the “5-star” rating in the ‘tap to rate ’-but here, I’m cleanly, clearly, and with all the truth in my being, giving this a 15 out of 5 stars. 
(Hopefully this review, from me, some random on the net, will take the impulse purchase hesitation out of grabbing this little gem)

Weatherling puts rain, snow, fog, wind, autumn leaves, and sunshine right over your existing windows. Not behind them like wallpaper. Over them. That’s not a typo. Rain runs down the edges, snow piles up on top, and leaves blow around while you’re trying to get actual work done. It’s wonderfully ridiculous, and I love it. I’m sure you’ll love it too.

And then there are these little things called “Lings”. These little characters wander around your desktop, minding their own business until you decide to get involved. You can flick them off windows, drop them into boxes to collect points, or simply release them into the great unknown (fall to what I assume is their demise in the abyss at beyond the bottom of your monitor).

Some might call it a collection game. I prefer to think of it as a tiny, highly questionable desktop ecosystem.

My favorite part? You can sync the weather to an actual location. Want your desktop to reflect the weather outside? Done. Want sunshine and a little warmth from somewhere you’d much rather be than sitting at your desk? You can do that, too.

And if reality isn't cooperating, you can even invert the weather. Take that, Mother Nature. I did it better, and chaos, as it turns out, is beautiful.

The whole thing adds a bit of personality to an otherwise ordinary workday, and the fact that it works right over your open windows without getting in the way of using them makes it even better.

At $1.99, with no subscription nonsense, it’s an easy purchase to justify. Honestly, I’ve spent more money on things that brought me considerably less joy, and in many cases, regret, even lament. 


Is this necessary? Absolutely not. Is that the point? Absolutely. Don’t be a curmudgeon; grab this sure-to-be viral hit.

Sometimes software doesn't need to change your life, revolutionize your workflow, or promise to harness the power of AI. Sometimes it just needs to make you smile while you're staring at a screen for hours.

Weatherling does exactly that.

Now, if you'll excuse me, I have some “Lings” to torment.