In this podcast episode, renowned tech expert Dave Hamilton dives into the world of Mac-centric productivity, uncovering the unique advantages Macs offer over Windows machines. Dave is a seasoned podcaster, publisher, and self-professed nerd with a rich background in educating numerous computer users over thirty years. We cover the longevity, cost-effectiveness, and quality of life benefits of Macs, their top productivity features like seamless device integration, Dave's travel tech tips including a 4K OLED screen and charging essentials, Mac-specific productivity tools focusing on scripting and audio editing, and much more!

Join Dave and me as we discuss the following three questions and more!

1. After over 900 episodes on MGG, what are the three most common questions about tech you still get today?
2. Apple computers still have somewhat of an aura of being made for creative people and not professionals; what are your top three reasons any professionals, including us lawyers, would want to switch from PC to Mac?
3. What are your top three favorite productivity functions you can do only on a Mac?

In our conversation, we cover the following:

[01:15] Dave's Personal Tech Setup and Upgrade Considerations

[15:56] Navigating Mac Upgrades, Backup Strategies, and Choosing the Right Wi-Fi System

[38:59] PC to Mac Transition: Insights on Integration, Compatibility, and Battery Life for Professionals

[54:48] Investing in a Mac: Exploring Longevity, Total Cost of Ownership, and Support Benefits Over Windows

[59:14] Mac Productivity Unleashed: Leveraging Automation, Scripting, and Audio Routing for Peak Performance

[01:21:58] Behind the Podcast Curtain: Tools and Tricks for Pro-Level Recording and Editing

Resources:

Connect with Dave:

Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/davehamilton.com

Facebook: facebook.com/hamilton.dave

Instagram: instagram.com/davehamilton/

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/davehamilton/

Mastodon: podcastindex.social/@DaveHamilton

Twitter:twitter.com/DaveHamilton

Website: macgeekgab.com/

Hardware mentioned in the conversation:

• 4K Portable Monitor - KYY 15.6: viewsonic.com/us/vx1655-4k-15-6-3840-x-2160p-uhd-portable-monitor
• Anker Nano Charging Station: anker.com/products/a9129-charging-station-67w
• Earthworks Ethos microphone: earthworksaudio.com/products/ethos/
• Monoprice monitors: monoprice.com/category/computers-&-gaming/monitors-&-displays/desktop-monitors
• PreSonus Quantum 2626 Audio Interface: presonus.com/en-US/interfaces/thunderbolt-audio-interfaces/quantum-series
• Shure MV7 Microphone: shure.com/en-US/products/microphones/mv7
• Synology Disk Station Manager: synology.com/en-global/dsm
• ViewSonic monitors: viewsonic.com/us/products/shop/monitors.html
• VX1655-4K-OLED 15.6 Inch 4K: viewsonic.com/us/vx1655-4k-oled-15-6-uhd-oled-portable-monitor

Software, Apps & Cloud Services mentioned in the conversation:

• Audio Hijack: rogueamoeba.com/audiohijack/
• Backblaze: backblaze.com/
• BetterTouchTool: folivora.ai/
• Carbon Copy Cloner: bombich.com/
• Eero: eero.com/
• Fission: An audio editor mentioned for quick edits, specifically for ad breaks.
• Hindenburg: hindenburg.com/
• Keyboard Maestro: keyboardmaestro.com/
• Logic Pro: apple.com/logic-pro/
• Logic Pro: apple.com/logic-pro/
• Loopback: rogueamoeba.com/loopback/
• Mail Butler : mailbutler.io/
• MailSuite: smallcubed.com/
• TextExpander: textexpander.com/download
• Thunderbird: thunderbird.net/
• TP-Link DECO: tp-link.com/us/deco-mesh-wifi/
• WordPerfect: wordperfect.com/en/