Mac Power Users

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

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The podcast currently has 792 episodes available.

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October 16, 2022662: Navigating Apple Maps
Apple Maps has matured from its rocky start back a decade ago into a robust alternative to Google Maps. This week, David and Stephen go on a roadtrip through the service's history, features and more.
This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by:
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More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments Maps - Apple iOS and iPadOS - Feature Availability - Apple Apple Maps (Features by Location) - Wikipedia Apple is rebuilding Maps from the ground up (2018) | TechCrunch Apple Maps turns 10 — and it’s finally worth using - The Verge Apple’s New Map Data, Expansion #7: Final Parts of the Continental U.S. Why do maps show places that don't exist? - YouTube 3D Pyramid in Apple Maps in Explore View 3D Pyramid in Apple Maps in Satellite View Look around streets in Maps on iPhone - Apple Support Find nearby attractions, restaurants, and services in Maps on iPhone - Apple Support How to Send Feedback About Errors in Apple Maps - MacRumors Set up electric vehicle routing in Maps on iPhone - Apple Support Manage automatic ETA sharing in Maps - Apple Support Get transit directions in Maps on iPhone - Apple Support Add or update your business information in Maps on Mac - Apple Support Get started - Places on Maps Stephen's Memphis BBQ Guide - Apple Maps CarPlay - Apple Get directions to your parked car in Maps on iPhone - Apple Support Waze what3words What's New With the Maps App in iOS 16: Multi-Stop Routing, Transit Card Support and More - MacRumors Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge on DuckDuckGo Rate places in Maps on iPhone - Apple Support
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1h 41min
October 09, 2022661: Our Desks & Bags
With David settling in at his new studio, the guys take some time to talk about their desk setups, what's in their bags and what they carry with them daily.
This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by:
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More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments Mac Power Users #619: Home Studio Updates - Relay FM Vestaboard Aqara Garage Door HomeKit, Take Two – 512 Pixels Adding a Driveway Gate to HomeKit – 512 Pixels Xdesk Terra Jarvis Bamboo Standing Desk - Fully Capisco Ergonomic Office Chair - Fully Anti-Fatigue Standing Desk Mats and Balance Boards - Fully Desk Shelf & Wooden Dual Monitor Stand System | Grovemade The Old "Pad of Paper Under the Laptop" Trick - MacSparky Thunderbolt 4 | USB4 | Element Hub | CalDigit – CalDigit HiRise 3 Wireless Charging Stand Material Dock – Studio Neat Mac Power Users #628: Stream Deck Power Users - Relay FM Button Creator for Stream Deck on the Mac App Store Focal XS 2.1 Computer/iPod Speaker Review - MacSparky Opal Camera My Gear & Studio – 512 Pixels David's Desk David's Creepy Bell David's Thunderbolt Hub Focus Timer - MacSparky on YouTube Mark One: Apollo Edition – Studio Neat Orbitkey Desk Mat Obi-Wan Kenobi Stephen and David Talk Through Their Tech Bags - YouTube Essential Laptop Backpack | WaterField Designs Sutter Tech Sling | WaterField Designs MINIX 66W Turbo 3-Port GaN Wall Charger - Amazon Anker 733 Power Bank Hybrid Charger - Amazon AirTag - Apple Belkin AirTag Case with Wire Cable - Amazon How to replace the battery in your AirTag - Apple Support AirTag Remote Case for Apple Siri Remote - Amazon Glif – Studio Neat Shure MV88 Portable iOS Microphone - Amazon EU Passes Law to Switch iPhone to USB-C by End of 2024 - MacRumors OLIGHT S2R II 1150 Flashlight - Amazon TOM BIHN Large Snake Charmer, Two-Sided Tech Organizer Pouch, 3L Everyday Case for iPhone - Peak Design Book Printing - Day One Mobile Wallet - Peak Design MagSafe Battery Pack - Apple Card Sleeve: Slim Leather Card Holder Wallet Field Notes Draplin Design Co.: DDC-264 The James Brand x DDC "Folsom" Knife Wave+ Multi-Tool | Leatherman
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1h 36min
October 02, 2022660: App Updates for iOS 16 & The Apple Watch Ultra
David and Stephen share some of the treats they've found as apps are getting updated for iOS 16. Then, they talk through their first impressions of the Apple Watch Ultra.
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More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments Disney's Snow White: The Risk That Changed Filmmaking Forever | Den of Geek Stephen and David Talk Through Their Tech Bags - 512 Pixels on YouTube iOS 16: How to Use Focus Filters to Hide Content in Apps - MacRumors iOS 16: The best apps with Lock Screen widgets | Macworld 50+ apps that work with App Shortcuts in iOS 16 | iMore Halide Mark II - Pro Camera on the App Store Widgetsmith on the App Store Sticker Drop on the App Store Apollo for Reddit on the App Store iPhone 14 Pro Features Live Sports Scores in Dynamic Island on iOS 16.1 - MacRumors Testing an Apple Watch Ultra in the Scottish Highlands - David Smith, Independent iOS Developer
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1h 37min
September 25, 2022659: Workflows with Alex Cox
Alex Cox drops by the show to update Stephen and David on their new indie life, including Apple silicon hardware, collaboration tools and the new iPhone 14 Pro.
This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by:
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Guest Starring:
Alex Cox
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More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments 🎈 Relay FM for St. Jude - Donate Today! Podcastathon for St Jude (2022) - Relay FM on YouTube Stephen and David Talk Through Their Tech Bags - 512 Pixels on YouTube Mac Power Users #410: Workflows with Alex Cox - Relay FM alexcox.md (@AlexCox) / Twitter Do By Friday Roboism - Relay FM Two Headed Girl Alex Cox is creating the FACTORYSETTING5 show. | Patreon iPad mini - Apple A War of Head Versus Heart: The M2 MacBook Air – 512 Pixels Drafts | Where Text Starts Obsidian Amazon.com: iClever: Foldable Keyboards Amazon.com: Samsers Foldable Bluetooth Keyboard Todoist Task Management Software Built For Pros - OmniFocus Toggl Timery for Toggl Welcome to Bunch What's New in Alfred 5? Exploring 2022 D23 - DLR Field Guide on YouTube Apple Says iOS 16's New Haptic Keyboard Option Might Affect Battery Life - MacRumors Blot – A blogging platform with no interface. Blot Image Shortcut - Jeff Perry Tabitha - Tabs Exporter on the Mac App Store MagSafe | PopSockets Grammarly
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1h 49min
September 18, 2022658: Every Letter is Precious
In this feedback episode, David and Stephen revisit iOS 16 and the M2 MacBook Air, then dive into some listener questions and talk about the state of voice dictation.
This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by:
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More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments Relay FM for St. Jude - Donate Today! iOS 16: The MacStories Review - MacStories HiRise 3 Wireless Charging Stand Material Dock – Studio Neat A War of Head Versus Heart: The M2 MacBook Air – 512 Pixels Exporter on the Mac App Store Drafts | Where Text Starts David Sparks’ 7 Essential Shortcuts: App Store Story What is Sign in with Apple? - Apple Support What is Hide My Email? - Apple Support RIP, FruitJuice Batteries - Maximizing Performance - Apple About battery health management in Mac notebooks - Apple Support Opal Camera Insta360 Webcam
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1h 31min
September 08, 2022657: New Hardware & iOS 16
Apple has announced its slate of iPhones and Apple Watches for the year and has major software releases right around the corner. This week, David and Stephen discuss the company's announcements and review iOS 16.
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.
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Setapp: More than 240 powerful apps. Try it free for a month with code 'MACPOWER'.
Links and Show Notes:
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More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments Relay FM for St. Jude - Donate Today! Apple Watch Series 8, Ultra, and SE: The MacStories Overview - MacStories Apple Watch Series 8 - Apple Apple Watch Ultra - Apple Apple's iPhone 14 Lineup: The MacStories Overview - MacStories iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max - Apple About eSIM on iPhone - Apple Support iOS 16 - Apple iOS 16 iCloud Shared Photo Library: Everything You Need to Know - MacRumors Automators - Relay FM What Is Doxing and How Can You Avoid It? | 1Password What Is Doxing and How Can You Avoid It? | 1Password
...more
1h 52min
September 04, 2022656: The Fundamentals are Timeless, with Stephen Millard
Automation wizard Stephen Millard joins David and Stephen to discuss Shortcuts, Alfred workflows and a whole host of other automation tools across Apple's platforms.
This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by:
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Guest Starring:
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More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments Relay FM for St. Jude ThoughtAsylum Stephen Millard, Jack of all trades master of some (@sylumer) / Twitter Automators #68: Stephen Millard and ThoughtAsylum - Relay FM Tech Tutorials by Sylumer - YouTube Posts | Stephen Millard (ThoughtAsylum/@sylumer) ZX Spectrum - Wikipedia Keyboard Maestro 10.1.1: Work Faster with Macros for macOS Stream Deck StreamDeck + Keyboard Maestro with KMLink - MacSparky Stream Deck + BetterTouchTool Documentation Shortcuts Library | ThoughtAsylum "Overcast Note" Shortcut Overcast Drafts Toolbox Pro Automators #42: Toolbox Pro with Alex Hay - Relay FM "Go Float" Shortcut Shortcuts for Mac Field Guide | MacSparky Field Guides Shairport Sync Dark Noise Hook Alfred Evernote Search - Alfred Workflow Doctor Drafts - Alfred Workflow Bypass for Shortcuts - Alfred Workflow PopClip for Mac Conductor for Keyboard Maestro - Alfred Workflow Paletro Workspaces – Apptorium CodeRunner Code App on the App Store Visual Studio Code Calca on the App Store NoteCalc Play: Save Videos Watch Later on the App Store Snapdrop
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1h 53min
August 28, 2022655: Streaming Check-in with Julia Alexander
Julia Alexander drops by to discuss the world of streaming services, and how Apple stands apart from its competitors in the space. Also discussed: the sad lack of modern orange notebooks, the importance of the Apple Watch and some of Julia's go-to apps.
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.
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Guest Starring:
Julia Alexander
Links and Show Notes:
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More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments My Mac App Store Feature - MacSparky Julia Alexander (@loudmouthjulia) / Twitter Parrot Analytics Julia Alexander, Author at Puck Downstream - Relay FM 20 years later, and streaming Harry Potter is still too complicated - The Verge The Clamshell iBook G3 - MacStories Macbook Pro & Macbook Skins, Wraps & Covers » dbrand Apple hires former HBO chief to produce original titles exclusively for Apple TV Plus - The Verge Sony and Netflix Announce Movie Deal Starting in 2022 - Variety Smart Tasks – Lists Made Easy JustWatch - The Streaming Guide Teeter (Up) on the App Store Notion Flush - Toilet Finder & Map on the App Store
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1h 29min
August 21, 2022654: Data Storage in 2022
File storage is both more accessible and more complicated than ever. This week, David and Stephen address storage mediums, syncing services, backup strategies and a lot 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.
Electric: Unbury yourself from IT tasks. Get a free pair of Beats Solo3 Wireless Headphones when you schedule a meeting.
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More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments Backing up External Hard Drives – Backblaze Help Data Recovery (Mac) v6 Amazon.com: SAMSUNG 870 2.5" Internal Solid State Drive OWC Mercury Elite Pro mini with USB-C Fusion Drive - Wikipedia SoftRAID - OWC Software Store Synology Incorporated Mac Power Users #465: The Mighty Mac mini - Relay FM Maestral Dropbox Announces Beta for macOS Monterey Coming in Q4 – 512 Pixels File Sync Software - Sync Home | Resilio Sync Mac Power Users #499: Backups and Updates - Relay FM 3-2-1 Backup Rule: A Guide to Efficient Data Protection Back up your Mac with Time Machine - Apple Support Backup methods for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support Carbon Copy Cloner | Bombich Software SuperDuper! ChronoSync Backblaze Amazon.com: SAMSUNG SSD T7 Portable External Solid State Drive
...more
1h 36min
August 14, 2022653: Workflows with Chris Christensen
Chris Christensen is a web developer, writer and traveler with roots in 90s Apple. This week, he joins David and Stephen to discuss his work, navigating the world and a lot more.
This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by:
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Guest Starring:
Chris Christensen
Links and Show Notes:
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More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments Chris Christensen (@chris2x) / Twitter Momenta Pentop Computer's Design and Technology Remembering eWorld, Apple's forgotten online service | Macworld 30-plus years of HyperCard, the missing link to the Web | Ars Technica How The Newton And ARM Saved Apple From Death | The CPU Shack Museum Three Tiny Laptops - MacStories Downcast App Forecast: Podcast MP3 Chapter Encoder — Overcast Bare Bones Software | BBEdit Amateur Traveler Descript | All-in-one audio/video editing Hindenburg Editor Jumpcut TripMode - Save data, browse faster TripIt - Highest-rated trip planner and flight tracker Flighty — A new way to track flights SeatGuru
...more
1h 29min

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How many episodes does Mac Power Users have?

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