In this episode we talk about tips and tricks when buying and selling Macs. Whether you're a switcher buying your very first Mac, or a seasoned Mac user looking to sell an old machine, we've got your covered. We'll help you figure out what accessories you need to complete your new Mac purchase, and where to get the most bang for your buck. We also talk about the trials and tribulations of buying a used machine and how to get the best value without getting scammed. We also cover how to get top do...
Nov 21, 2009•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 14
We've gotten a lot of requests for this episode, so here it is, our Task Management Smackdown. In one corner, David and The Omni Group's Omni Focus. In another, Katie and Cultured Code's Things. The duo discuss their system for managing tasks and how their preferred application helps to get things done. The verdict: the Mac has two excellent programs. Links and Show Notes: Links of note <!--more--> Things - Cultured Code Omni Focus - The Omni Group David Allen, Getting Things Done Curt Cli...
Nov 03, 2009•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 13
Macs are typically very reliable machines, but from time to time they can cause you trouble. In this episode, we discuss recommendations for identifying and fixing problems. We also discuss tips for keeping your Mac running smoothly and discuss more listener feedback on our security episode. Links and Show Notes: Links of note <!--more--> Reboot a Mac with Terminal VersionTracker MacUpdate TinkerTool Onyx MacPilot Cocktail DiskWarrior DriveGenius Applejack (Warning: Check Compatibility) Ap...
Oct 15, 2009•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 12
This episode provides an introduction to automation. Subjects include Applescript, Automator, and Snow Leopard Services. We also had Macworld Expo Director Paul Kent on to talk about Macworld Expo and Conference 2010. Links and Show Notes: Links of note <!--more--> Automator Applescript Snow Leopard Services Applescript 1-2-3 MacBreak Video Services Episode Listener Ken's Post on Evernote Service David's Post on Title Caps Service Macworld Expo and Conference 2010 David's "Mac at Work" Ses...
Sep 29, 2009•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 11
This episode includes a survey of security issues for Mac owners. Subjects include virus and trojans, phishing and web security, and physical security and insurance. Links and Show Notes: Links of note <!--more--> Norton Anti-Virus for Mac McAfee VirusScan for Mac Virus Barrier ClamX PGP Encryption TrueCrypt Open DNS OS X Filevault MacSparky Secure Disk Image Screencast #2 George Starcher Open DNS Screencast 1Password TextExpander Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership...
Sep 14, 2009•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 10
We know, we were supposed to do a show about security this week. But with all the news coming out about Snow Leopard we just couldn't help ourselves. In this episode we talk about how to get your Mac ready for Snow Leopard and our tips for a smooth install process. Links and Show Notes: Links of note <!--more--> Snow Leopard Specifications Apple Up-to-Date Program Mac OS X version 10.6 Snow Leopard Mac OS X Snow Leopard Family Pack (5-User) Mac Box Set (with Snow Leopard) Mac Box Set Famil...
Aug 16, 2009•33 min•Ep. 9
In this episode, David and Katie discuss backup tools, strategies and plans. Links and Show Notes: Links of note <!--more--> SuperDuper Carbon Copy Cloner Time Machine Time Capsule Drobo MobileMe Mozy Backblaze Carbonite Amazon S3 Backjack Crashplan iDrive Microsoft Skydrive Chronosync Chronosync Agent Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership...
Aug 09, 2009•37 min•Ep. 8
In this episode we cover popular application launcher, LaunchBar. This episode goes beyond the basics and includes are several power user tips. We recommend you listen to this one in front of a Mac equipped with LaunchBar. Enjoy. Links and Show Notes: Links of note <!--more--> LaunchBar LaunchBar Features Page LaunchBar Scripts Timer Script LaunchBar Search Templates Wolfram Alpha Template David's favorite - Tea Timer Other Launchers Apple Spotlight Google Quick Search Box Quicksilver Drag...
Jul 26, 2009•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 7
In this episode we talk all about setting up a new Mac. Do you want to migrate your data or start from scratch? What are the options for getting your old data on your new Mac? Katie and David explore the options and share their tips and tricks. Links and Show Notes: Links of note <!--more--> Carbon Copy Cloner SuperDuper 1Password DropBox PDF Pen Update MacSparky Screencast (Multiple e-mail accounts) Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership...
Jul 10, 2009•35 min•Ep. 6
Episode five takes on word processing and writing on your Mac. It is no longer all about Microsoft Word. Apple's own Pages is becoming a contender and there are several other tools that will help you write better. Links and Show Notes: Links of note <!--more--> Microsoft Office OpenOffice NeoOffice Apple Pages Scrivener WriteRoom MacSpeech Dictate TextExpander OmniGraphSketcher The Scourge of Arial Original Macintosh System Fonts Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership...
Jun 28, 2009•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 5
In our fourth episode we talk about a subject that plagues many Mac users, keeping thing in sync. Whether you're trying to sync documents or data to another computer, a mobile device, or the cloud we talk about various products and services to allow you to always have your data available no matter where you are. We discuss various options including MobileMe and Dropbox for file syncing, as well as programs that keep just specific types of data, such as music or calendars in sync. Notes: 1) Pleas...
Jun 04, 2009•31 min•Ep. 4
In this episode, we discuss all the steps necessary to take your piles of paper and get it into your Mac and organized. Links and Show Notes: Fujitsu ScanSnap 300M Fujitsu ScanSnap 1500M Prizmo - Scan with your Camera Griffin Clarifi iPhone Case Hazel ScreencastsOnline Hazel episode Yep PDF Management Leap ExactScan EagleFiler DEVONthink The Neat Company Paperless Yojimbo Evernote PDFpen Readiris - OCR Software Encrypted Disk Image Video ( MacSparky Screencast) Support Mac Power Users with a Rel...
May 23, 2009•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 3
In part 2 of our E-mail series we go in-depth on our various systems for managing email, the pros and cons of each system, developing a good email work flow, learning how avoid becoming a slave to your inbox, email etiquette and other useful tools. If you haven't had a chance to listen to Episode 1 yet, you'll probably want to listen to that for background before picking up Episode 2. Links and Show Notes: Apple Mail Add-ons Mail Act-On Mail Tags LetterBox Task Management OmniFocus Things Other ...
May 12, 2009•22 min•Ep. 2
We actually talked about e-mail for 2 hours. But we didn't want to scare too many people away with our very first podcast so we decided to release this episode in two parts. In part one we talk about the differences between IMAP and POP and why we prefer IMAP, storing messages, Mobile Me and Gmail services, managing multiple email accounts, Apple Mail, smart folders, rules, spotlight search, data detectors, stationary, thread organization, To-Do management, mail stationary, plug-ins, archiving m...
May 05, 2009•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 1
