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521: Taming Notifications
3 februari 2020 · 1 uur 26 min
From messages and emails to sports scores and social media, our devices generate all sorts of notifications. This week, we discuss how to weed the garden and tame the madness.
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520: Weather Apps & Gear
27 januari 2020 · 1 uur 22 min
Gone are the days of waiting for the evening news to find out the weather for the next day. Now, weather data is accessible anywhere. This week, David and Stephen compare a bunch of different weather apps and services before picking their favorite.
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519: Workflows with Greg Pierce
20 januari 2020 · 1 uur 33 min
Drafts developer Greg Pierce joins Stephen and David to talk about his move to an iMac, his development career and when it is time *not* to upgrade to a new device.
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518: Technology in a War Zone, with Mark Hackett
13 januari 2020 · 1 uur 25 min
Mark Hackett runs a small non-profit working in Sudan, named Operation Broken Silence. This week, he joins David and some other Hackett guy to talk about data management so far from home, the power of Apple's apps like Pages and his move to the iPad Pro. Lees meer
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517: State of the iPhone
5 januari 2020 · 1 uur 23 min
The iPhone has become many people's primary device for many different types of tasks. On this episode, Stephen and David look at the current state of the hardware, software and services that make up Apple's most popular product.
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516: Looking Toward 2020
30 december 2019 · 1 uur 35 min
David and Stephen review 2019, and the changes it brought to the Apple ecosystem before talking about their hopes for 2020.
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515: Stephen Takes One for the Team
23 december 2019 · 1 uur 39 min
It's feedback time! David and Stephen revisit media management and external drives, then talk about David's 16-inch MacBook Pro, meditation apps and USB-C hubs. Then Stephen makes a confession, which David takes rather well.
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514: Apple is Listening — The 2019 Mac Pro, with Thomas Grove Carter
10 december 2019 · 1 uur 37 min
David and Stephen interview Thomas Grove Carter, a video editor who has been using Final Cut Pro X on the 2019 Mac Pro with the Pro Display XDR. They talk about the power of the new machine, it's flexibility and how it unlocks new types of workflows for video editors. Lees meer
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513: Catalyst Apps on the Mac, with John Voorhees
8 december 2019 · 1 uur 40 min
Stephen and David are joined by John Voorhees to talk about Mac Catalyst, which allows for iPad apps to be developed for macOS. They review some early examples and talk about the technology and what it could mean for the Mac and iPad in the future.
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512: Ask the Genius
2 december 2019 · 1 uur 41 min
Stephen steps behind the Genius Bar — or into the Genius Grove, as it were — to provide tips for troubleshooting Macs, iOS device and iCloud. Then, he and David talk about the new 16-inch MacBook Pro and how someone should prioritize features when buying a new computer. Lees meer
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511: 2019 Developer Roundtable
25 november 2019 · 1 uur 25 min
Ken Case of the Omni Group, Greg Scown of Smile and Dave Teare of AgileBits join David and Stephen to talk through Apple's year and the changes it brought for developers. Then, a conversation about app subscriptions, VC funding and more.
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510: The 2019 Holiday Gift Guide
18 november 2019 · 1 uur 32 min
It's that time again; the annual MPU Holiday Gift Guide has returned.
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509: Brent Simmons, Man of Many Hats
11 november 2019 · 1 uur 26 min
Stephen and David are joined by Brent Simmons, who works in marketing at The Omni Group. They talk about the tools of the trade, including social media and content creation before shifting gears to discuss Brent's RSS reader, NetNewsWire and where the Mac could be heading. Lees meer
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508: One for Me and One for You, with Sara Dietschy
4 november 2019 · 1 uur 23 min
YouTuber and podcaster Sara Dietschy joins Stephen and David to share about her video work, from cameras to editing and beyond. They also discuss managing large amounts of data across multiple locations, the role of the iPad and turning creative work into a business. Lees meer
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507: Ian Elsner & His Stick of Gum PC
27 oktober 2019 · 1 uur 29 min
David and Stephen talk with Ian Elsner, a museum exhibit creator who is using the iPhone SE, iPad Pro and an Intel Compute Stick together in some very interesting and unusual ways to help develop educational exhibits for kids and adults.
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506: iOS Accessories
21 oktober 2019 · 1 uur 37 min
Our iOS devices go with us just about everywhere, and pairing them with some select accessories can make them more useful in more situations. This week, Stephen and David talk about some of the products that they rely on when using their iPhones and iPads, from cases and batteries to tripods and keyboard. Lees meer
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505: Chris Bailey and the Noah's Ark of Dongles
14 oktober 2019 · 1 uur 28 min
Stephen and David are joined by Chris Bailey, an author and presenter with an undying love for TextEdit and getting focused work done with the Mac and iPad.
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504: The Release of macOS Catalina
7 oktober 2019 · 1 uur 24 min
macOS Catalina is here. It breaks with a lot of the past, while showing us a bit of what the future of the Mac may hold. In this special bonus episode, David and Stephen dive into what's what in this year's release of macOS.
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503: Fax the Updates, with Dave Hamilton
7 oktober 2019 · 1 uur 25 min
David and Stephen are joined by Dave Hamilton to talk about his work at The Mac Observer and BackBeat Media, his approach to podcasting, how covering Apple has changed over the years and some software tools every Mac user should know about.
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502: I Saw Your Face on the Internet
30 september 2019 · 1 uur 46 min
In this feedback episode, David and Stephen revisit Alfred and backups and talk about iOS 13's bumpy release and the new iPhone and Apple Watch. Stephen also gives a behind-the-scenes look at the recent Relay FM Podcastathon and closes the episode by reading a list of the iPhones he has broken over the years. Lees meer
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501: iOS 13 and the Shortcuts Field Guide
22 september 2019 · 1 uur 46 min
iOS 13 is here, and is full of new features. This week, David and Stephen talk about some of their favorites, after talking through the changes Apple has made to Shortcuts.
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500: David in the Hot Seat
16 september 2019 · 1 uur 9 min
Stephen marks the 500th episode of Mac Power Users by interviewing David about his career, technology and choice of light saber color.
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499: Backups and Updates
9 september 2019 · 1 uur 37 min
Backing up our Macs, iPhones and iPads is easier than ever, but many people don't bother making sure their data is safe and sound. This week, David and Stephen talk through some basic backup strategies before offering some advice when considering upgrading to new versions of macOS and iOS. Lees meer
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498: Back to School with Jake Wilson
2 september 2019 · 1 uur 41 min
Stephen and David chat with Jake Wilson, an elementary school principal — and a student himself — about using technology in and beyond the classroom, ranging from smart boards and shortcuts to Google Docs and waffles.
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497: Spotlight, Alfred & LaunchBar
25 augustus 2019 · 1 uur 26 min
macOS' Spotlight feature has made serious strides in recent years, but many power users still turn to Alfred and LaunchBar for app launching, file searching and executing workflows. This week, David and Stephen compare these tools and talk about their favorite features of each. Lees meer
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496: Keyboard Hacking with Brett Terpstra
18 augustus 2019 · 1 uur 32 min
Brett Terpstra joins in the Mac Power Users this week to talk about his keyboard hacks, planning workflows, some of Brett's favorite apps, and the looming arrival of Brett's new app, nvUltra.
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495: Manning the Battle Bridge with Artist Thom Zahler
12 augustus 2019 · 1 uur 35 min
Comic book artist Thom Zahler uses his Macs and iPads to create some incredible artwork and manage his indie business. This week Thom shares his apps and workflows.
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494: Our Home Offices
5 augustus 2019 · 1 uur 41 min
This week, David and Stephen talk about their home offices: how they are setup, what equipment and furnishings are used and — of course — what nerdy toys are around. Then, a discussion about the pros and cons of working from home.
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493: My Life is an Edge Case, with TJ Luoma
29 juli 2019 · 1 uur 37 min
Pastor and Apple nerd TJ Luoma returns to the show to catch David and Stephen up on his journey with Apple's notebooks and the iPad, before sharing some of the apps that he uses every day to make his work more efficient, and his explorations in Internet filtering and content blocking. Lees meer
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492: All of the Ks
22 juli 2019 · 1 uur 31 min
In this feedback episode, David and Stephen talk about a borrowed MacBook Pro that Catalina tried melting into his desk, Voice Control and Dictation in iOS 13 and answer a few listener questions about iOS file storage and justifying a Mac to a boss who doesn't get it. Lees meer
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491: Working Hard in the Gaming Industry, with Simone de Rochefort
15 juli 2019 · 1 uur 38 min
Simone de Rochefort is a video producer and podcaster at Polygon, and co-hosts Rocket on Relay FM. She walks Stephen and David through the process of creating videos at Polygon, from the writing process, to capturing game footage, editing and more.
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490: Surfin' with Safari
8 juli 2019 · 1 uur 23 min
Safari isn't the most popular browser on the planet, but its focus on speed, security and privacy set it apart from the competition. This week, David and Stephen get into the pros and cons of the application, and some of its unique features.
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489: Gear as a Motivator, with Tyler Stalman
1 juli 2019 · 1 uur 32 min
Tyler Stalman is a photographer, videographer, YouTuber and small business owner alongside his wife Ania Boniecka. Oh, and he loves gear... maybe too much, as he confesses to Stephen and David.
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488: How We Communicate
24 juni 2019 · 1 uur 28 min
Our digital devices make communicating with others easier than ever, but with that flexibility comes complexity. David and Stephen talk about what solutions they use for certain types of communication, then talk about Notifications and Do Not Disturb, which can help curb incoming messages when things get too hectic. Lees meer
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487: Josh Centers: Beta Spelunker
17 juni 2019 · 1 uur 29 min
Josh Centers is the managing editor at TidBITS, which has been covering the world of Apple for nearly 30 years and is a writer for the "Taking Control" series of books. He sits down with David and Stephen to talk about his writing, the tools he uses and why running Apple betas can be a real adventure. Lees meer
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486: Essential iOS Apps
10 juni 2019 · 1 uur 32 min
Stephen and David scroll through their iPhones and iPads to collect some of their most-used iOS apps, across a wide range of categories.
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485: WWDC and Interview with the Mac Pro Product Manager
5 juni 2019 · 1 uur 35 min
Stephen and David have boots on the ground in San Jose for WWDC 2019. In this episode, they interview Doug Brooks, the Apple Product Manager for the new Mac Pro. Afterward, David and Stephen share initial thoughts on updates to macOS and the brand new iPadOS. David has some tough questions for Stephen about his future and the new Mac Pro, and they get to share the good news about the brand new "Sparky Button." Finally, our hosts give you the lowdown on their WWDC experiences. Lees meer
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484: Unlocking Keyboard Maestro
26 mei 2019 · 1 uur 27 min
From trigger to actions, variables to debugging, David and Stephen go through the powerhouse that is Keyboard Maestro and discuss David's new Field Guide on the subject.
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483: Being a Compulsive Maker, with Tiff Arment
20 mei 2019 · 1 uur 32 min
Artist and podcaster Tiff Arment joins David and Stephen to talk about her background in photography and analog and digital art, as well as the work that goes into recording and editing podcasts.
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482: Color Me Interested
12 mei 2019 · 1 uur 31 min
David and Stephen share their confessions about the iPad Pro, then discuss managing client data before doing some wishcasting for WWDC.
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481: Finder and Its Alternatives
6 mei 2019 · 1 uur 34 min
At the heart of the macOS experience is Finder, which is part file manager, part search tool and a whole lot more. Its smiling blue icon boasts many features, and third-party developers have written tools to make it even more powerful for those users who need more. Lees meer
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480: Catching up with Michael Hyatt
29 april 2019 · 1 uur 37 min
Michael Hyatt joins David and Stephen this week in an interview that ranges from how to get your life together and find a little focus to nerdy Keyboard Maestro scripts.
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479: 100,000 Subscribers, with Rene Ritchie
21 april 2019 · 1 uur 33 min
Over a year ago, long-time Apple blogger Rene Ritchie launched Vector, a daily YouTube show covering the world of Apple and tech beyond. This week, David and Stephen catch up with Rene, talking about his video workflows, YouTube as a platform and the future of the Mac and iOS. Lees meer
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478: Journaling with Day One
15 april 2019 · 1 uur 29 min
Journaling can be an excellent way to collect your thoughts and reflect on the events of the day, and Day One makes it easy to do so with your Mac, iPhone, iPad and beyond.
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477: Mobile Music and Production with Jakob Haq
8 april 2019 · 1 uur 18 min
Jakob Haq is a musician and YouTuber from Sweden who create, edits and publishes all of his content with his iPhone and iPad.
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476: Exploring the Mac App Store
1 april 2019 · 1 uur 43 min
Stephen and David talk through the ups and downs of the Mac App Store and share some of the hidden gems they've found there over the years. Then, they recap Apple's recent media event after being interrupted by Mother Nature in the Sparks' yard.
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475: Something Smells Funny
24 maart 2019 · 1 uur 37 min
The guys work their way through some feedback, Stephen has feelings about his Apple Watch and David has switched notes apps ... again.
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474: Using the iPad as a Laptop
17 maart 2019 · 1 uur 33 min
When thinking about making an iPad a notebook replacement, there are a lot of factors to consider. David and Stephen talk through the hardware and software that can make — or break — this experience.
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473: Shawn Blanc’s Evolved Workflows
10 maart 2019 · 1 uur 38 min
Shawn Blanc returns to the show to talk about his move to the iPad Pro and how he manages the growing team behind projects like The Sweet Setup and The Focus Course.
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472: Live in Chicago with Friends
3 maart 2019 · 1 uur 20 min
Live from Chicago, David and Stephen thaw out long enough to talk to a couple of very special guests about the MacBook Air and the friction between analog and digital tools, before answering some listener questions.