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. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. The Omni Group : We're passionate about productivity for Mac, iPhone and iPad. Squarespace : Make your next move. Enter offer co...
Aug 04, 2019•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 494
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 and his explorations in content filtering and blocking. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. TextExpander from Smile : Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviations int...
Jul 28, 2019•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 493
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 the boss. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. The Omni Group : We're passionate about productivity for Mac, iPhone and iPad. Linode : High performance SS...
Jul 21, 2019•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 492
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. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. TextExpander from Smile : Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviation...
Jul 14, 2019•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 491
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. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. Squarespace : Make your next move. Enter offer code MPU at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. Pingdom : Sta...
Jul 07, 2019•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 490
Tyler Stalman is a photographer, videographer, YouTuber and small business owner, alongside is wife Ania Boniecka. Oh, and he loves gear... maybe too much, as he confesses to Stephen and David. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Sanebox : Stop drowning in email! The Omni Group : We're passionate about productivity for Mac, iPhone and iPad. Away : Thoughtful luggage for modern travel. Get $20 off a suitcase with promo code mpu. Guest Starring: Tyler Stalman Links and Show Notes: Sup...
Jun 30, 2019•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 489
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, This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Squarespace : Make your next move. Enter offer code MPU at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. Tex...
Jun 23, 2019•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 488
Josh Centers is the managing editor at TidBITS, which has been covering the world of Apple for nearly 30 years. 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. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: eero : Never think about WiFi again. Get $100 off. Moo : Custom business printing and design. Use promo code PRINTMOO for 15% off, when you spend $50 or more. 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password...
Jun 16, 2019•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 487
Stephen and David scroll through their iPhones and iPads to collect some of their most-used iOS apps, across a wide range of categories. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. TextExpander from Smile : 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 from Smile. Squarespace : Make your next move. Ente...
Jun 09, 2019•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 486
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 thoughts on the announcements and updates from WWDC. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. The Omni Group : We're passionate about productivity for Mac, iPhone and iPad. Bombas : The most comfortable ...
Jun 04, 2019•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 485
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. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Sanebox : Stop drowning in email! TextExpander from Smile : 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 from Smile. Backblaze : Unlimited cloud backup for Macs and PCs for just $6/...
May 26, 2019•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 484
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. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. The Omni Group : We're passionate about productivity for Mac, iPhone and iPad. Direct Mail : Create and send great looking email newsletters with Direct Mail, an e...
May 19, 2019•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 483
David and Stephen share their confessions about the iPad Pro, then discuss managing client data before doing some wishcasting for WWDC. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. TextExpander from Smile : 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 from Smile. Squarespace : Make your next move. Enter...
May 12, 2019•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 482
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. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: The Omni Group : We're passionate about productivity for Mac, iPhone and iPad. 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. Backblaze : Unlimited cloud backup for Macs ...
May 05, 2019•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 481
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. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Moo : Custom business printing and design. Use promo code PRINT15 for 15% off. Sanebox : Stop drowning in email! TextExpander from Smile : Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviations into longer bits of text, even fill-ins, with TextExpand...
Apr 28, 2019•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 480
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 more. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: The Omni Group : We're passionate about productivity for Mac, iPhone and iPad. 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. eero : Never think about Wi...
Apr 21, 2019•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 479
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. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. TextExpander from Smile : 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 from Smile. War...
Apr 14, 2019•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 478
Jakob Haq is a musician and YouTuber from Sweden who create, edits and publishes all of his content with his iPhone and iPad. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. The Omni Group : We're passionate about productivity for Mac, iPhone and iPad. Bombas : The most comfortable socks in the history of feet. Use this link for 20% off. Hover : Extensions for anything you’re passionate about. Grab a .ME...
Apr 07, 2019•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 477
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. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. Gazelle : Sell your iPhone for cash at Gazelle! Luna Display : The only hardware solution that turns your iPad in...
Mar 31, 2019•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 476
The guys work their way through some feedback, Stephen has feelings about his Apple Watch and David has switched notes apps ... again. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: The Omni Group : We're passionate about productivity for Mac, iPhone and iPad. 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. Luna Display : The only hardware solution that turns your iPad into a wireless display for your Mac. Use promo code POWER at checkout for 10% off...
Mar 24, 2019•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 475
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. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Sanebox : Stop drowning in email! TextExpander from Smile : 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 from Smile. eero : Never think about WiFi agai...
Mar 17, 2019•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 474
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. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. The Omni Group : We're passionate about productivity for Mac, iPhone and iPad. Luna Display : The only hardware solution that turns your iPad into a wireless display for your Mac. Use promo cod...
Mar 10, 2019•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 473
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. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: TextExpander from Smile : 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 from Smile. Hover : Extensions for anything you’re passionate ab...
Mar 03, 2019•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 472
David and Stephen talk through the Mac utilities and applications that are always at their fingertips. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Gazelle : Sell your iPhone for cash at Gazelle! The Omni Group : We're passionate about productivity for Mac, iPhone and iPad. Setapp, from Macpaw : More than 100 powerful apps for your Mac. Squarespace : Make your next move. Enter offer code MPU at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. Links and Show Notes: Support Mac Power Users with a ...
Feb 24, 2019•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 471
Programmer and sheep farmer Oogie McGuire talks about LambTracker, her application for managing flocks and the hardware that goes along with it, as well as her on-going project of digitizing historical photos. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Clean My Mac X : The all-in-one package to awesomize your Mac. Luna Display : The only hardware solution that turns your iPad into a wireless display for your Mac. Use promo code POWER at checkout for 10% off. TextExpander from Smile : Get 2...
Feb 17, 2019•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 470
With G Suite, Google offers paid versions of its free web apps and services. This week, Stephen and David discuss their usage of these tools, and how G Suite compares to other solutions available to individuals and small businesses. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: The Omni Group : We're passionate about productivity for Mac, iPhone and iPad. Sanebox : Stop drowning in email! Squarespace : Make your next move. Enter offer code MPU at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. L...
Feb 10, 2019•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 469
Christina Warren, tech commentator, podcaster and Cloud Developer Advocate at Microsoft drops by to talk about using a Mac at work, the state of PowerPoint and how to get the most out of tech when traveling the world. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Hover : Show the world what you’re passionate about with 10% off your first purchase. Luna Display : The only hardware solution that turns your iPad into a wireless display for your Mac. Use promo code POWER at checkout for 10% off. ...
Feb 03, 2019•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 468
The iPhone and Apple Watch can be helpful in managing health and fitness, and coupled with the breadth of options in the App Store, they can become powerful tools in improving our well-being. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. The Omni Group : We're passionate about productivity for Mac, iPhone and iPad. Luna Display : The only hardware solution that turns your iPad into a wireless display f...
Jan 27, 2019•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 467
John Gruber of Daring Fireball and The Talk Show join David and Stephen for a discussion about writing and podcasting, as well as WWDC and what the future may hold for the iPad and Mac. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Gazelle : Sell your iPhone for cash at Gazelle! TextExpander from Smile : 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 from Smile. Luna Display : The only hardware s...
Jan 20, 2019•2 hr 3 min•Ep. 466
Introduced as a low-cost way to switch to the Mac, the Mac mini can now be found working quietly as home and office servers, hosting files, media, backups and more. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Luna Display : The only hardware solution that turns your iPad into a wireless display for your Mac. Use promo code POWER at checkout for 10% off. Squarespace : Make your next move. Enter offer code MPU at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. Sanebox : Stop drowning in email! T...
Jan 14, 2019•1 hr 44 min•Ep. 465