Loading…

Mac Power Users podcast

Mac Power Users

·

  Relay FM  

Learn about getting the most from your Apple technology with focused topics and workflow guests. Creating Mac Power Users, one geek at a time since 2009. Hosted by David Sparks and Stephen Hackett.

Learn about getting the most from your Apple technology with focused topics and workflow guests. Creating Mac Power Users, one geek at a time since 2009. Hosted by David Sparks and Stephen Hackett.

 

#711

711: Getting Some Wisdom with Merlin Mann

Merlin Mann comes back to the Mac Power Users to talk about task management, iOS 17 improvements, and wisdom. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: --- [MacPaw] (https://moonlock.com/moonlock-engine?utm_source=mpu&utm_campaign=mpu-sponsorship) : Introducing Moonlock, the new cybersecurity division at MacPaw, and the upgraded CleanMyMac Malware removal module. --- [Squarespace] (http://squarespace.com/mpu) : Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU. --- [NetSuite] (http://netsuite.com/MPU) : The leading integrated cloud business software suite. Download NetSuite’s popular KPI Checklist, designed to give you consistently excellent performance. Guest Starring: <a href='http://www.relay.fm/people/merlinmann'>Merlin Mann</a> Links and Show Notes: <a href='https://relay.fm/mpu/join'>More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments</a> <a href='https://relay.fm/mpu/feedback'>Submit Feedback</a> [Merlin's Wisdom Project] (https://github.com/merlinmann/wisdom/blob/master/wisdom.md) [TaskPaper – Plain text to-do lists for Mac] (https://www.taskpaper.com/) [Task Management Software Built For Pros - OmniFocus - The Omni Group] (https://www.omnigroup.com/omnifocus) [Drafts | Where Text Starts] (https://getdrafts.com/) [Introducing the Hipster PDA | 43 Folders] (https://www.43folders.com/2004/09/03/introducing-the-hipster-pda) [Analog – Ugmonk] (https://ugmonk.com/pages/analog) [Field Notes | Memo Books, Notebooks, Journals & Planners] (https://fieldnotesbrand.com/) [Obsidian - Sharpen your thinking] (https://obsidian.md/) [Obsidian Field Guide (Plus Edition) | MacSparky Field Guides] (https://learn.macsparky.com/p/obsidianfg-plus) [iOS 17 - Apple] (https://www.apple.com/ios/ios-17/) [Maruman Mnemosyne Notebooks: Smooth & Sophisticated | JetPens] (https://www.jetpens.com/Maruman-Mnemosyne-Notebooks/ct/765?sa=popularity&so=0) [The Book of Lists - Wikipedia] (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Book_of_Lists) [Thelonious Monk’s 25 Tips for Musicians] (https://flashbak.com/thelonious-monks-25-tips-for-musicians-1960-440974/) [Werner Herzog Rules for Filmmaking | Werner Herzog Rules for Filmmaking] (https://briansunter.com/pages/werner-herzog-rules-for-filmmaking) [Relay FM for St. Jude - St. Jude Children's Research Hospital] (https://relay.experience.stjude.org/) [Kinkless | 43 Folders] (https://www.43folders.com/topics/kinkless) [The Book of Lists - Wikipedia] (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Book_of_Lists) [Sous vide - Wikipedia] (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sous_vide) [Is AI Apple’s Siri Moonshot? - MacSparky] (https://www.macsparky.com/blog/2023/09/is-ai-apples-siri-moonshot/) [The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk, M.D.: 9780143127741 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: Books] (https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/313183/the-body-keeps-the-score-by-bessel-van-der-kolk-md/) ... Read more

Yesterday

2 HR 12 MINS

2:12:02

Yesterday


#710

710: Apple's Wonderlust Event

Mere hours after Apple's iPhone 15 event, Stephen and David break down the news surrounding the iPhone 15 line, the Apple Watch Series 9 and the updated Apple Watch Ultra. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: --- [1Password] (https://1Password.com/MPU) : Never forget a password again. --- [MacPaw] (https://moonlock.com/moonlock-engine?utm_source=mpu&utm_campaign=mpu-sponsorship) : Introducing Moonlock, the new cybersecurity division at MacPaw, and the upgraded CleanMyMac Malware removal module. --- [Squarespace] (http://squarespace.com/mpu) : Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU. --- [NetSuite] (http://netsuite.com/MPU) : The leading integrated cloud business software suite. Download NetSuite’s popular KPI Checklist, designed to give you consistently excellent performance. Links and Show Notes: Sign up for [the MPU email newsletter] (https://macsparky.us3.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=f2ee159bb3db96577507598b6&id=1468acdc59) and join [the MPU forums.] (https://talk.macpowerusers.com) <a href='https://relay.fm/mpu/join'>More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments</a> <a href='https://relay.fm/mpu/feedback'>Submit Feedback</a> [Relay FM for St. Jude - St. Jude Children's Research Hospital] (https://relay.experience.stjude.org/) [Apple Event - September 12 - YouTube] (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZiP1l7jlIIA) [Apple commits to be 100 percent carbon neutral for its supply chain and products by 2030 - Apple] (https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2020/07/apple-commits-to-be-100-percent-carbon-neutral-for-its-supply-chain-and-products-by-2030/) [Apple debuts iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus - Apple] (https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2023/09/apple-debuts-iphone-15-and-iphone-15-plus/) [Daring Fireball: Apple’s Two-Pronged Annual iPhone Strategy] (https://daringfireball.net/2023/09/apples_two-pronged_annual_iphone_strategy) [Apple unveils iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max - Apple] (https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2023/09/apple-unveils-iphone-15-pro-and-iphone-15-pro-max/) ["Pick your Pro: silver, natural, blue or black" - Stephen's Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/p/CxGoGHWvJBc/?img_index=1) [iPhone 15 Pro supports 10Gbps USB 3 speeds, and it brings lots of cool features to the table - 9to5Mac] (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/12/iphone-15-pro-supports-10gbps-usb-3-speeds-the-first-for-an-iphone/) [iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max hands-on - The Verge] (https://www.theverge.com/23859793/iphone-15-pro-max-hands-on-pictures-video-apple) [Hands-on Impressions from Apple’s Wonderlust Event – 512 Pixels] (https://512pixels.net/2023/09/iphone-15-plus-pro-pro-max-impressions/) ... Read more

13 Sep 2023

1 HR 34 MINS

1:34:30

13 Sep 2023


#709

709: Save Your Shift Key

On this feedback episode, David and Stephen talk a bit more about window managers and backup utilities, while also answering listener questions and David's modern typewriter, Stephen's new Plex server and a lot more. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: --- [TextExpander] (https://textexpander.com/podcast/mpu?utm_source=Mpu+&utm_medium=Podcasts&utm_campaign=TextExpander+September+2023) : Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviations into longer bits of text, even fill-ins, with TextExpander. --- [Sanebox] (https://www.sanebox.com/mpu) : Stop drowning in email! --- [Zocdoc] (http://zocdoc.com/MPU) : Find the right doctor, right now with Zocdoc. Sign up for free. --- [Electric] (http://electric.ai/mpu) : Unbury yourself from IT tasks. Get a free pair of Beats Solo3 Wireless Headphones when you schedule a meeting. Links and Show Notes: Sign up for [the MPU email newsletter] (https://macsparky.us3.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=f2ee159bb3db96577507598b6&id=1468acdc59) and join [the MPU forums.] (https://talk.macpowerusers.com) <a href='https://relay.fm/mpu/join'>More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments</a> <a href='https://relay.fm/mpu/feedback'>Submit Feedback</a> [Relay FM for St. Jude - Donate Today!] (https://relay.experience.stjude.org/) [The Obsidian Field Guide - MacSparky] (https://www.macsparky.com/blog/2023/08/announcing-the-obsidian-field-guide/) [LanguageTool - Online Grammar, Style & Spell Checker] (https://languagetool.org/) [Monica | Your ChatGPT Powered AI Assistant] (https://monica.im/desktop) [MacWhisper] (https://goodsnooze.gumroad.com/l/macwhisper) [Creating legacy bootable copies of macOS (Big Sur and later) | Carbon Copy Cloner | Bombich Software] (https://bombich.com/kb/ccc6/cloning-macos-system-volumes-apple-software-restore) [ChronoSync] (https://www.econtechnologies.com/chronosync/overview.html) [John Siracusa's Apps] (https://hypercritical.co/apps/) [WhichSpace] (https://github.com/gechr/WhichSpace) [Spaceman] (https://github.com/Jaysce/Spaceman) [Warp - Automate your macOS Desktop] (https://www.warpmac.com/) [Use hot corners on Mac - Apple Support] (https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/use-hot-corners-mchlp3000/mac) [Introducing the 2022 Automation April Shortcuts Contest Winners - MacStories] (https://www.macstories.net/stories/introducing-the-2022-automation-april-shortcuts-contest-winners/) [Writing Tools - Freewrite Store] (https://getfreewrite.com/collections/writing-tools) [David's "Typewriter"] (https://512pixels.net/downloads/files/2023-09-05-david-ipad-typewriter.png) [Hanx Writer] (http://hanxwriter.com/) [Drafts] (https://getdrafts.com/) [iA Writer] (https://ia.net/writer) [iaolo/iA-Fonts: Free variable writing fonts from iA] (https://github.com/iaolo/iA-Fonts) [Connected #465: "I'm Not a Doctor, I'm an Auditor" - Relay FM] (https://www.relay.fm/connected/465) [The Apple Watch Ultra Needs More Band Choices - MacStories] (https://www.macstories.net/stories/the-apple-watch-ultra-needs-more-band-choices/) [iPhone 15 Pro to Come in Blue and Gray Titanium, No Gold Expected - MacRumors] (https://www.macrumors.com/2023/08/24/apple-iphone-15-pro-colors/) [Stephen's M1 Mac mini Media Server] (https://512pixels.net/downloads/files/2023-09-01-M1-mini-server.jpeg) [OWC Thunderbolt Hub] (https://eshop.macsales.com/shop/owc-thunderbolt-hub) [OWC Mercury Elite Pro mini with USB-C] (https://eshop.macsales.com/shop/owc-mercury-elite-pro-mini/usb-c) [Amazon.com: SAMSUNG T7 Portable SSD 500GB] (https://amzn.to/3PoVP0I) [Amazon.com: SAMSUNG 870 EVO 4TB 2.5 Inch SATA III Internal SSD] (https://amzn.to/460EsIU) [How to Set up Time Machine Server in macOS Ventura or Later – 512 Pixels] (https://512pixels.net/2023/09/how-to-set-up-time-machine-server-ventura-or-later/) [Analog Weekly Cards – Ugmonk] (https://ugmonk.com/products/analog-weekly-cards?variant=42716888629398) [Focused #121: Analog Focus, with Jeff Sheldon - Relay FM] (https://www.relay.fm/focused/121) ... Read more

10 Sep 2023

1 HR 43 MINS

1:43:24

10 Sep 2023


#708

708: The Obsidian Field Guide

David has launched a new Field Guide, designed to take everyone's Obsidian usage to the next level. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: --- [1Password] (https://1Password.com/MPU) : Never forget a password again. --- [Squarespace] (http://squarespace.com/mpu) : Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU. --- [Indeed] (http://indeed.com/mpu) : Join more than three million businesses worldwide using Indeed to hire great talent fast. --- [CleanMyMac X] (https://macpaw.app/mpu) : Your Mac. As good as new. Get 5% off today. Links and Show Notes: Use the code “OBSIDIANMPU” to get you 10% off of the Obsidian Field Guide. <a href='https://relay.fm/mpu/join'>More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments</a> <a href='https://relay.fm/mpu/feedback'>Submit Feedback</a> [Relay FM for St. Jude 🎈] (https://relay.experience.stjude.org/) This September, Relay FM is rallying support for the lifesaving mission of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital® in honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. [Announcing the Obsidian Field Guide - MacSparky] (https://www.macsparky.com/blog/2023/08/announcing-the-obsidian-field-guide/) [Obsidian Field Guide | MacSparky Field Guides] (https://learn.macsparky.com/p/obsidianfg) [Obsidian Field Guide (Plus Edition) | MacSparky Field Guides] (https://learn.macsparky.com/p/obsidianfg-plus) [Obsidian] (https://obsidian.md/) [Obsidian Sync] (https://obsidian.md/sync) [Obsidian Pricing] (https://obsidian.md/pricing) [sparkyOS in Obsidian] (https://512pixels.net/downloads/files/sparkyOS.jpeg) [Obsidian Roadmap] (https://obsidian.md/roadmap/) [Tasks Plugin] (https://publish.obsidian.md/tasks/Introduction) [Dataview Plugin] (https://blacksmithgu.github.io/obsidian-dataview/) [Kanban Plugin] (https://publish.obsidian.md/kanban/Obsidian+Kanban+Plugin) [Calendar Plugin] (https://github.com/liamcain/obsidian-calendar-plugin) [Daily Notes - Obsidian Help] (https://help.obsidian.md/Plugins/Daily+notes) [Themes - Obsidian Help] (https://help.obsidian.md/Extending+Obsidian/Themes) [Typomagical Theme] (https://forum.obsidian.md/t/typomagical-a-theme-for-typographic-appreciators/26860) [Minimal Theme] (https://minimal.guide/home) [Templates - Obsidian Help] (https://help.obsidian.md/Plugins/Templates) ... Read more

03 Sep 2023

1 HR 21 MINS

1:21:41

03 Sep 2023


#707

707: Workflows with Ryan Irelan

Ryan Irelan joins this week to talk about the current state of web development, digital training tools, and his expanding HomeKit rig. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: --- [1Password] (https://1Password.com/MPU) : Never forget a password again. --- [TextExpander] (https://textexpander.com/podcast/mpu?utm_source=Mpu+&utm_medium=Podcasts&utm_campaign=TextExpander+July+2023) : Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviations into longer bits of text, even fill-ins, with TextExpander. --- [Indeed] (http://indeed.com/mpu) : Join more than three million businesses worldwide using Indeed to hire great talent fast. --- [CleanMyMac X] (https://macpaw.app/mpu) : Your Mac. As good as new. Get 5% off today. Guest Starring: <a href='http://www.relay.fm/people/ryanirelan'>Ryan Irelan</a> Links and Show Notes: Sign up for [the MPU email newsletter] (https://macsparky.us3.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=f2ee159bb3db96577507598b6&id=1468acdc59) and join [the MPU forums.] (https://talk.macpowerusers.com) <a href='https://relay.fm/mpu/join'>More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments</a> <a href='https://relay.fm/mpu/feedback'>Submit Feedback</a> [Relay FM 10th Anniversary Extravaganza - Hackney Empire] (https://hackneyempire.co.uk/whats-on/relay-fm-10th-anniversary-extravaganza/) [Pine Works] (https://pineworks.co/) [Tutorials for Craft CMS | CraftQuest] (https://craftquest.io/) [Newsletter - MacSparky] (https://www.macsparky.com/newsletter/) [Hamilton Watch - Mechanical Watches] (https://www.hamiltonwatch.com/en-us/filter-by/mechanical-watches.html) [Downlink] (https://downlinkapp.com/) [Matter] (https://hq.getmatter.com/) [Video Editing and Screen Recording Software | ScreenFlow] (https://www.telestream.net/screenflow/) [Spaced Repetition SmartCards+ on the App Store] (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/spaced-repetition-smartcards/id1210521987) [Works with Apple HomeKit – Aqara Hub - Aqara] (https://www.aqara.com/us/works-with-apple-homekit-aqara-hub/) [Manage Your Team’s Projects From Anywhere | Trello] (https://trello.com/) [Obsidian - Sharpen your thinking] (https://obsidian.md/) [Craft CMS] (https://craftcms.com/) [DropDMG: Create Mac Disk Images With Icon Layouts] (https://c-command.com/dropdmg/) [Use HomePod or HomePod mini as an intercom - Apple Support] (https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT206149) [HomeKit Garage Door Opener - Meross Smart Home HomeKit Devices MSG200] (https://www.meross.com/en-gc/smart-garage-door-opener/homekit-garage-door-opener/68) [Mysa and Apple HomeKit Demonstration | Mysa Minutes | Mysa Blog] (https://getmysa.com/blogs/mysa-minutes/mysa-and-apple-homekit-demonstration) [Presence Sensor FP2 - Aqara] (https://www.aqara.com/us/product/presence-sensor-fp2/) [Roost V3 - Laptop Stand | Roost Laptop Stand] (https://www.therooststand.com/products/roost-v3-roost-laptop-stand) [Kevin McCallister | Home Alone Wiki | Fandom] (https://homealone.fandom.com/wiki/Kevin_McCallister) [Linear – A better way to build products] (https://linear.app/) [Loom] (https://www.loom.com/) [The Google Analytics alternative without compromise - Fathom Analytics] (https://usefathom.com/) ... Read more

27 Aug 2023

1 HR 46 MINS

1:46:13

27 Aug 2023


#706

706: Media Management with Casey Liss

Casey Liss rejoins the program to discuss his new app Callsheet and to give David and Stephen a tour of the apps and services he uses to manage his media. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: --- [1Password] (https://1Password.com/MPU) : Never forget a password again. --- [NetSuite] (http://netsuite.com/MPU) : The leading integrated cloud business software suite. Get a special one-of-a-kind financing offer: no interest, no payments for six months. --- [Indeed] (http://indeed.com/mpu) : Join more than three million businesses worldwide using Indeed to hire great talent fast. --- [Squarespace] (http://squarespace.com/mpu) : Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU. Guest Starring: <a href='http://www.relay.fm/people/caseyliss'>Casey Liss</a> Links and Show Notes: Sign up for [the MPU email newsletter] (https://macsparky.us3.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=f2ee159bb3db96577507598b6&id=1468acdc59) and join [the MPU forums.] (https://talk.macpowerusers.com) <a href='https://relay.fm/mpu/join'>More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments</a> <a href='https://relay.fm/mpu/feedback'>Submit Feedback</a> [Mac Power Users #587: Catching Up with Casey Liss - Relay FM] (https://www.relay.fm/mpu/587) [Liss is More] (https://www.caseyliss.com/) [Casey Liss on Mastodon] (https://mastodon.social/@caseyliss) [Accidental Tech Podcast] (https://atp.fm/) [Analog(ue) - Relay FM] (https://www.relay.fm/analogue) [32GB vs 64GB RAM M1 Max MacBook - EXTREME Multitasking RAM Test! - YouTube] (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnIZTdpFFWc) [Mac Pro Log – 512 Pixels] (https://512pixels.net/projects/mac-pro-log/) [Studio Display - Apple] (https://www.apple.com/studio-display/) [LG UltraFine 27 Inch 5K IPS Monitor] (https://www.lg.com/us/monitors/lg-27md5kl-b-5k-uhd-led-monitor) [Amazon.com: CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock] (https://amzn.to/3OWl0Y4) [Use an iPad as a second display for a Mac - Apple Support] (https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT210380) [iPhone 15 Pro: Everything We Know | MacRumors] (https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/iphone-15-pro/) [Apple Watch Ultra changed my life! 8 months later review... - iJustine on YouTube] (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=65-shOzuBTo) [Announcing Callsheet — Liss is More] (https://www.caseyliss.com/2023/8/7/callsheet) [Callsheet: Find Cast & Crew on the App Store] (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/callsheet-find-cast-crew/id1672356376) [Analog(ue) #216: The Fast and the Curious - Relay FM] (https://www.relay.fm/analogue/216) [The Movie Database (TMDB)] (https://www.themoviedb.org/?language=en-US) [The Movie Database (TMDB) API] (https://developer.themoviedb.org/reference/intro/getting-started) [Apple’s new TipKit will help developers teach people how to use their apps | TechCrunch] (https://techcrunch.com/2023/06/06/apples-new-tipkit-will-help-developers-teach-people-how-to-use-their-apps/) [Stream Movies & TV Shows | Plex] (https://www.plex.tv/) [The Path to Plex Happiness — Liss is More] (https://www.caseyliss.com/2015/4/21/plex) [Channels — Live TV & DVR] (https://getchannels.com/) [Purchase | Plex] (https://www.plex.tv/plex-pass/purchase/) [Emby] (https://emby.media/) [Infuse 7] (https://firecore.com/infuse) [Sonos] (https://www.sonos.com/en-us/home) [Stream AirPlay audio to Sonos] (https://support.sonos.com/en-us/article/stream-airplay-audio-to-sonos) [Set up and use iCloud Photos - Apple Support] (https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204264) [NetNewsWire] (https://netnewswire.com/) [Fastmail] (https://app.fastmail.com/signup/) [Sports Alerts on the App Store] (https://apps.apple.com/app/id432450349) [Pushover] (https://pushover.net/) [changedetection.io] (https://changedetection.io/) [camelcamelcamel.com] (https://camelcamelcamel.com/) [Stop Making Sense | A24] (https://a24films.com/films/stop-making-sense) ... Read more

20 Aug 2023

1 HR 40 MINS

1:40:35

20 Aug 2023


#705

705: macOS Window Management

Since the dawn of multitasking, users have needed to juggle things on their screens. Apple has taken several swings at building good window management tools into macOS, but better solutions can be found in a long list of third-party apps. Stephen and David have tried just about all of them for this episode. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: --- [TextExpander] (https://textexpander.com/podcast/mpu?utm_source=Mpu+&utm_medium=Podcasts&utm_campaign=TextExpander+July+2023) : Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviations into longer bits of text, even fill-ins, with TextExpander. --- [Sanebox] (https://www.sanebox.com/mpu) : Stop drowning in email! --- [Electric] (http://electric.ai/mpu) : Unbury yourself from IT tasks. Get a free pair of Beats Solo3 Wireless Headphones when you schedule a meeting. --- [Zocdoc] (http://zocdoc.com/MPU) : Find the right doctor, right now with Zocdoc. Sign up for free. Links and Show Notes: Sign up for [the MPU email newsletter] (https://macsparky.us3.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=f2ee159bb3db96577507598b6&id=1468acdc59) and join [the MPU forums.] (https://talk.macpowerusers.com) <a href='https://relay.fm/mpu/join'>More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments</a> <a href='https://relay.fm/mpu/feedback'>Submit Feedback</a> [WindowShade - Macintosh Repository] (https://www.macintoshrepository.org/1895-windowshade) [Mac OS X DP3: Trial by Water | Ars Technica] (https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2000/02/mac-os-x-dp3/5/) [Manage app windows on Mac - Apple Support] (https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/work-with-app-windows-mchlp2469/mac) [Use apps in full screen on Mac - Apple Support] (https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/use-apps-in-full-screen-mchl9c21d2be/mac) [Organize your Mac desktop with Stage Manager - Apple Support] (https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/use-stage-manager-mchl534ba392/mac) [Rising from the Ashes: Stage Manager] (https://web.archive.org/web/20220609000257/https://techreflect.net/2022/06/08/rising-from-the-ashes-stage-manager/) [Snap your windows - Microsoft Support] (https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/snap-your-windows-885a9b1e-a983-a3b1-16cd-c531795e6241#WindowsVersion=Windows_11) [How to Use Virtual Desktops on Windows 11] (https://www.howtogeek.com/796349/how-to-use-virtual-desktops-on-windows-11/) [Moom] (https://manytricks.com/moom/) [Lasso] (https://thelasso.app/) [Magnet] (https://magnet.crowdcafe.com/) [BetterSnapTool] (https://folivora.ai/bettersnaptool) [Raycast – Window Management] (https://www.raycast.com/extensions/window-management) [Mission Control Plus] (https://www.fadel.io/missioncontrolplus) [Swish] (https://highlyopinionated.co/swish/) [Rectangle] (https://rectangleapp.com/) [Rectangle Pro] (https://rectangleapp.com/pro) [Divvy] (https://mizage.com/divvy/) [VEEER] (https://veeer.io/) [Mosaic] (https://lightpillar.com/mosaic.html) Not mentioned on the show, but another one to avoid. Stephen had trouble with it crashing and saying his trial was expired when it wasn't. [Window Management with Keyboard Maestro and Screencast - MacSparky] (https://www.macsparky.com/blog/2018/08/window-management-with-keyboard-maestro-and-screencast/) [David's Sample Shortcut] (https://www.icloud.com/shortcuts/dd17d3caa4174b6dac572d35706aaf52) [Bunch] (https://bunchapp.co/) ... Read more

13 Aug 2023

1 HR 29 MINS

1:29:03

13 Aug 2023


#704

704: “The Details Matter,” with Shahid Kamal Ahmad

Video game industry veteran Shahid Kamal Ahmad rejoins the program to catch David and Stephen up on his work and evolving setup, and then the gang dives into gaming on visionOS, the current state of Android and a lot more. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: --- [1Password] (https://1Password.com/MPU) : Never forget a password again. --- [MacPaw] (https://moonlock.com/moonlock-engine?utm_source=mpu&utm_campaign=mpu-sponsorship) : Introducing Moonlock, the new cybersecurity division at MacPaw, and the upgraded CleanMyMac Malware removal module. --- [Squarespace] (http://squarespace.com/mpu) : Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU. --- [Tailscale] (https://tailscale.com/mpu) : Secure remote access to shared resources. Sign up today. Guest Starring: <a href='http://www.relay.fm/people/ShahidKamalAhmad'>Shahid Kamal Ahmad</a> Links and Show Notes: Sign up for [the MPU email newsletter] (https://macsparky.us3.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=f2ee159bb3db96577507598b6&id=1468acdc59) and join [the MPU forums.] (https://talk.macpowerusers.com) <a href='https://relay.fm/mpu/join'>More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments</a> <a href='https://relay.fm/mpu/feedback'>Submit Feedback</a> [Shahid Ahmad - About.me] (https://about.me/codeisjust) [Dancing Monkeys - by Shahid Kamal Ahmad] (https://newsletter.dancingmonkeys.net/p/dancing-monkeys-20-07-20) [Focused #70: Digital Decluttering, with Shahid Kamal Ahmad - Relay FM] (https://www.relay.fm/focused/70) [DeepWell DTx | Video Game Therapeutics] (https://www.deepwelldtx.com/) [Shahid Kamal Ahmad on Twitter: "CODE IS JUST..."] (https://twitter.com/shahidkamal/status/1438891569868910596?s=21) [Code is Just (@CodeIsJust) / Twitter] (https://twitter.com/CodeIsJust) [Remaster - Relay FM] (https://www.relay.fm/remaster) [Annie Murphy Paul - The Extended Mind] (https://anniemurphypaul.com/) [Apple announces Mac transition to Apple silicon - Apple] (https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2020/06/apple-announces-mac-transition-to-apple-silicon/) [Duet - Remote Desktop, Second Display, Drawing Tablet, and More] (https://www.duetdisplay.com/) [FaceTime's Attention Correction Feature - MacRumors] (https://www.macrumors.com/2019/07/03/ios-13-attention-correction-facetime/) [Cam Link 4K – Elgato] (https://www.elgato.com/us/en/p/cam-link-4k) [Neumann KMS 105] (https://www.neumann.com/en-en/products/microphones/kms-105/) [MixPre II - Sound Devices] (https://www.sounddevices.com/mixpre/) [A podcast studio for under $100 – Six Colors] (https://sixcolors.com/post/2016/11/a-podcast-studio-for-under-100/) [Obsidian - Sharpen your thinking] (https://obsidian.md/) [Obsidian 1.4.0 Desktop (Catalyst) - Obsidian] (https://obsidian.md/changelog/2023-07-26-desktop-v1.4.0/) [Periodic Notes Obsidian Plugin] (https://github.com/liamcain/obsidian-periodic-notes) [Obsidian Dataview Plugin] (https://github.com/blacksmithgu/obsidian-dataview) [Obsidian Tasks Plugin] (https://github.com/obsidian-tasks-group/obsidian-tasks) [Day One Journal App] (https://dayoneapp.com/) [TickTick] (https://ticktick.com/?language=en_US) [iA Presenter] (https://ia.net/presenter) [iA Writer] (https://ia.net/writer) [Superhuman Email] (https://superhuman.com/) [Google Pixel 7 Pro] (https://store.google.com/product/pixel_7_pro?hl=en-US&pli=1) [Gboard – the Google Keyboard on the App Store] (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/gboard-the-google-keyboard/id1091700242) [Introducing Apple Vision Pro: Apple’s first spatial computer - Apple] (https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2023/06/introducing-apple-vision-pro/) [The Lisa - MacStories] (https://www.macstories.net/mac/the-lisa/) [Amiga - Wikipedia] (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amiga) [Alan Dye Interview – PRINT Magazine] (https://www.printmag.com/podcasts/2023/alan-dye-2/) [Unity’s Apple Vision Pro game development tool opens in beta | TechCrunch] (https://techcrunch.com/2023/07/19/unitys-apple-vision-pro-game-development-tool-opens-in-beta/) [Epic Games v. Apple - Wikipedia] (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epic_Games_v._Apple) ... Read more

06 Aug 2023

2 HR 16 MINS

2:16:10

06 Aug 2023


#703

703: The Portable HomePod Mini Lifestyle

On this feedback episode, David and Stephen check out some additional Safari extensions, answer some listener questions, discuss the Studio Display and address a recent controversy about the sailing workout type on the Apple Watch. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: --- [TextExpander] (https://textexpander.com/podcast/mpu?utm_source=Mpu+&utm_medium=Podcasts&utm_campaign=TextExpander+July+2023) : Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviations into longer bits of text, even fill-ins, with TextExpander. --- [Tailscale] (https://tailscale.com/mpu) : Secure remote access to shared resources. Sign up today. --- [MacPaw] (https://moonlock.com/moonlock-engine?utm_source=mpu&utm_campaign=mpu-sponsorship) : Introducing Moonlock, the new cybersecurity division at MacPaw, and the upgraded CleanMyMac Malware removal module. --- [Indeed] (http://indeed.com/mpu) : Join more than three million businesses worldwide using Indeed to hire great talent fast. Links and Show Notes: Sign up for [the MPU email newsletter] (https://macsparky.us3.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=f2ee159bb3db96577507598b6&id=1468acdc59) and join [the MPU forums.] (https://talk.macpowerusers.com) <a href='https://relay.fm/mpu/join'>More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments</a> <a href='https://relay.fm/mpu/feedback'>Submit Feedback</a> [Cycling Tracking on iOS 17 & watchOS 10] (https://512pixels.net/downloads/files/cycling-tracking-watchos10.PNG) [Bikes | Peak Design Official Site] (https://www.peakdesign.com/pages/bikes) [My Homemade iPad mini Bike Mount – 512 Pixels] (https://512pixels.net/2023/01/my-homemade-ipad-mini-bike-mount/) [Nomad x Peak Design Rugged Case ] (https://www.peakdesign.com/products/nomad-rugged-case-with-slimlink?variant=40104388526157) [Mobile Wallet | Peak Design Official Site] (https://www.peakdesign.com/collections/mobile/products/mobile-wallet?variant=39475540230221) [watchOS 10 Preview - Apple] (https://www.apple.com/watchos/watchos-preview/) [Apple’s iOS 17 is official with better autocorrect and StandBy - The Verge] (https://www.theverge.com/2023/6/5/23738813/apple-ios-17-features-specs-updates-wwdc-2023) [701: The Safari Extension Roundup - Episodes - MPU Talk] (https://talk.macpowerusers.com/t/701-the-safari-extension-roundup/34230) [MarkDownload on the Mac App Store] (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/markdownload/id1554029832?mt=12) [Keepa - Price Tracker on the Mac App Store] (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/keepa-price-tracker/id1533805339?mt=12) [The Camelizer on the Mac App Store] (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-camelizer/id1532579087?mt=12) [Homecoming for Mastodon on the App Store] (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/homecoming-for-mastodon/id1666139593) [Consent-O-Matic on the App Store] (https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/consent-o-matic/id1606897889) [Concerning Ghostrank] (https://thesmashy.medium.com/ghostery-is-owned-by-evidon-a-company-that-collects-and-provides-data-to-advertising-companies-e3e50a6930de) [2023 Kia EV6] (https://www.kia.com/us/en/ev6) [Apple launches Freeform: a powerful new app designed for creative collaboration - Apple] (https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2022/12/apple-launches-freeform-a-powerful-new-app-designed-for-creative-collaboration/) [OmniGraffle - The Omni Group] (https://www.omnigroup.com/omnigraffle) [MindNode] (https://www.mindnode.com/) [Mac Power Users #673: Apple's New Freeform App - Relay FM] (https://www.relay.fm/mpu/673) [Better Day: A Complication for the Apple Watch] (https://www.betterday.app/) [My Gear & Studio – 512 Pixels] (https://512pixels.net/gear/) [Amazon.com: CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock] (https://amzn.to/3KEgyM2) [Amazon.com: PlusAcc for HomePod Mini Battery Base] (https://amzn.to/477FunO) [How to update HomePod after you have enabled Advanced Data Protection for iCloud - Apple Support] (https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212654) [HomePod Update in macOS] (https://512pixels.net/downloads/files/2023-07-22-homepod-mini-update.png) [Amazon.com: Jackery SolarSaga 100W Portable Solar Panel] (https://amzn.to/3pXsO2n) [Totebook – Studio Neat] (https://www.studioneat.com/products/totebook) [Thoroughly Considered - Relay FM] (https://www.relay.fm/tc) [Thoroughly Considered #101: The Last Detail with Stephen Hackett - Relay FM] (https://www.relay.fm/tc/101) ... Read more

30 Jul 2023

1 HR 45 MINS

1:45:52

30 Jul 2023


#702

702: Unbridled Enthusiasm, with Chuck Joiner

Chuck Joiner has been covering Apple since 2000 and has been a user longer than that. He joins David and Stephen to talk about what makes the Apple community special, how the company's tools enable its users and some of his favorite apps and services. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: --- [1Password] (https://1Password.com/MPU) : Never forget a password again. --- [Sanebox] (https://www.sanebox.com/mpu) : Stop drowning in email! --- [MacPaw] (https://moonlock.com/moonlock-engine?utm_source=mpu&utm_campaign=mpu-sponsorship) : Introducing Moonlock, the new cybersecurity division at MacPaw, and the upgraded CleanMyMac Malware removal module. --- [Squarespace] (http://squarespace.com/mpu) : Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU. Guest Starring: <a href='http://www.relay.fm/people/chuckjoiner'>Chuck Joiner</a> Links and Show Notes: Sign up for [the MPU email newsletter] (https://macsparky.us3.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=f2ee159bb3db96577507598b6&id=1468acdc59) and join [the MPU forums.] (https://talk.macpowerusers.com) <a href='https://relay.fm/mpu/join'>More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments</a> <a href='https://relay.fm/mpu/feedback'>Submit Feedback</a> [MacVoices - The Talk of the Mac Community] (https://www.macvoices.com/) [Archives List - MacVoices] (https://www.macvoices.com/archives-list/) [Macstock Conference & Expo | A conference for the Mac and iOS community] (https://macstockconferenceandexpo.com/) [MacVoices #23143: NAB - Saramonic Shows An Impressive Line of Mobile Wireless Microphone Options - YouTube] (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4IjGXYBAVbU) [OWC 11-Port Thunderbolt Dock for M1 and Intel Macs and Thunderbolt 4 (USB 4) PCs] (https://eshop.macsales.com/shop/owc-thunderbolt-dock) [Amazon.com: VIVO Single Monitor Arm Desk Mount] (https://amzn.to/3K38pQc) [Moom — Many Tricks] (https://manytricks.com/moom/) [Schiit Audio] (https://www.schiit.com/products/modi-plus) [A5+ Home Music System — Audioengine] (https://audioengine.com/shop/wirelessspeakers/a5-plus-classic-speakers/) [Apple User Group Resources] (https://www.appleusergroupresources.com/) [Keynote - Apple] (https://www.apple.com/keynote/) [MindNode] (https://www.mindnode.com/) [Evernote is relocating to Europe after laying off most of its US workforce | Engadget] (https://www.engadget.com/evernote-is-relocating-to-europe-after-laying-off-most-of-its-us-workforce-205012133.html) [Ecamm Live] (https://www.ecamm.com/mac/ecammlive/) [Topaz Video AI] (https://www.topazlabs.com/topaz-video-ai) [Macstock Conference & Expo] (https://macstockconferenceandexpo.com/) [Mac Power Users #500: David in the Hot Seat - Relay FM] (https://www.relay.fm/mpu/500) [MacWhisper] (https://goodsnooze.gumroad.com/l/macwhisper) [Auphonic] (https://auphonic.com/) [AudioPen] (https://audiopen.ai/) [TextExpander] (https://textexpander.com/) [LaunchBar 6] (https://www.obdev.at/products/launchbar/index.html) [Pastebot] (https://tapbots.com/pastebot/) [Mac Power Users #615: The Clipboard Manager Roundup - Relay FM] (https://www.relay.fm/mpu/615) [Paste: The Clipboard Management Utility Gets An Elegant New Design on the Mac - MacStories] (https://www.macstories.net/reviews/paste-the-clipboard-management-utility-gets-an-elegant-new-design-on-the-mac/) [Default Folder X] (https://stclairsoft.com/DefaultFolderX/) ... Read more

23 Jul 2023

1 HR 39 MINS

1:39:18

23 Jul 2023


#701

701: The Safari Extension Roundup

This week, David and Stephen grab their lassos and gather up some of the best Safari extensions out on the free and open range of the App Store. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: --- [TextExpander] (https://textexpander.com/podcast/mpu?utm_source=Mpu+&utm_medium=Podcasts&utm_campaign=TextExpander+July+2023) : Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviations into longer bits of text, even fill-ins, with TextExpander. --- [Zocdoc] (http://zocdoc.com/MPU) : Find the right doctor, right now with Zocdoc. Sign up for free. --- [NetSuite] (http://netsuite.com/MPU) : The leading integrated cloud business software suite. Get a special one-of-a-kind financing offer: no interest, no payments for six months. --- [Tailscale] (https://tailscale.com/mpu) : Secure remote access to shared resources. Sign up today. Links and Show Notes: Sign up for [the MPU email newsletter] (https://macsparky.us3.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=f2ee159bb3db96577507598b6&id=1468acdc59) and join [the MPU forums.] (https://talk.macpowerusers.com) <a href='https://relay.fm/mpu/join'>More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments</a> <a href='https://relay.fm/mpu/feedback'>Submit Feedback</a> [Apple Updates Safari 5 (Press Release from 2010)] (https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2010/07/28Apple-Updates-Safari-5/) [Safari Extensions Gallery (Wayback Machine Capture from 2010)] (https://web.archive.org/web/20101103034345/http://extensions.apple.com/) [iOS and iPadOS 15: The MacStories Review - Safari Extensions] (https://www.macstories.net/stories/ios-and-ipados-15-the-macstories-review/17/#extensions) [Get extensions to customize Safari on Mac - Apple Support] (https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/get-extensions-sfri32508/mac) [Get extensions to customize Safari on iPhone - Apple Support] (https://support.apple.com/guide/iphone/get-extensions-iphab0432bf6/ios) [Safari Extensions - Apple Developer] (https://developer.apple.com/safari/extensions/) [1Blocker - Ad Blocker on the App Store] (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/1blocker-ad-blocker/id1365531024) [StopTheMadness on the Mac App Store] (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/stopthemadness/id1376402589?mt=12) [StopTheMadness Mobile on the App Store] (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/stopthemadness-mobile/id1583082931) [Ghostery] (https://www.ghostery.com/ghostery-ad-blocker-safari) [Noir - Dark Mode for Safari on the App Store] (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/noir-dark-mode-for-safari/id1581140954) [Dark Reader for Safari on the App Store] (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/dark-reader-for-safari/id1438243180) [1Password for Safari on the Mac App Store] (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/1password-for-safari/id1569813296?mt=12) [Grammarly for Safari] (https://www.grammarly.com/browser/safari) [Awesome Screenshot for Safari on the App Store] (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/awesome-screenshot-for-safari/id918780145) [Tabs to Links on the Mac App Store] (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/tabs-to-links/id1451408472?mt=12) [Readwise Reader (Beta)] (https://readwise.io/read) [xSearch for Safari on the App Store] (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/xsearch-for-safari/id1579902068) [Tab Space on the Mac App Store] (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/tab-space/id1473726602?mt=12) [Tab Space FAQs] (https://joyuer.notion.site/Tab-Space-FAQ-6d9383b54d704f6d85d404be96c31dd5) (This page wasn't loading when the episode was recorded, but started working after the fact.) [Baking Soda - Tube Cleaner on the App Store] (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/baking-soda-tube-cleaner/id1601151613) [Vinegar - Tube Cleaner on the App Store] (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/vinegar-tube-cleaner/id1591303229) [Eat the Shorts for Safari on the Mac App Store] (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/eat-the-shorts-for-safari/id1668012393?mt=12) [PiPer on the Mac App Store] (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/piper/id1421915518?mt=12) [Mapper for Safari on the App Store] (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mapper-for-safari/id1589391989) [Wayback Machine on the Mac App Store] (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wayback-machine/id1472432422?mt=12) [How to Save Links - GoodLinks] (https://goodlinks.app/help/how-to-save/) ... Read more

16 Jul 2023

1 HR 29 MINS

1:29:34

16 Jul 2023