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SlickWraps Was Hacked, But Hasn’t Done Anything About It
SlickWraps makes skins for iPhones and Androids. It was recently hacked, but fortunately by a white hat hacker without malicious intentions. The story behind it is fascinating, especially because the company has blocked him and so far has failed to do anything about it.
To say I went to great lengths to treat SlickWraps equitably would be an understatement. Candidly, after the staggering number of primitive security flaws exhibited by their administrators (e.g. the vulnerability to Dirty COW, an exploit which was patched in 2016), I question whether they deserved the leniency I am about to describe.
Update: Other people are hacking the company too. One of them sent emails to SlickWraps customers, telling them to tweet and email the company, which responded to the incident on Twitter.
HDR Mode is a Quick Trick to Make Your Photos Look Better
The next time you take a picture, consider turning on HDR mode. It can help you deal with clipped highlights and shadows.
Upgrades, Slow Internet, Hard Drives, and More – Mac Geek Gab 802
How’s your Catalina installation behaving? Have any Macs left to upgrade? Your two favorite geeks talk through it all. Then it’s time to diagnose the cause of slow internet, always a pesky one to diagnose! Add in some hard drive diagnostics, follow-ups on your subscription tracking, and John and Dave have a show chock-full-of-infotainment goodness to share with you!
Here is My Shortcut to Get App Screenshots
Andrew created a shortcut to get app screenshots from the App Store in a higher quality than what it defaults to when you download them.
Foxconn Reopens Factory, But With Just 10 Percent of Workforce
Following the Coronavirus outbreak, around 16,000 Foxconn workers have now returned to the iPhone maker’s Zengzhou factory.
Start with The Preposterous, Bow to The Absurd – Mac Geek Gab 801
You love the Quick Tips? You’ll love these when you learn about the things you can do with window edges, copying screenshots, picture-in-picture mode, and extra options for the Safari Share Sheet. Say THAT ten times fast! Then, move on to learning the least expensive way to stream Apple TV+ to your TV, manage iOS’s varying volume levels, override iOS autocorrect and much, much more. Just press play and join John, Dave, and your fellow MGG listeners in learning at least five new things together!
One Eight Hundredth Geek Out! – Mac Geek Gab 800
What to do for the eight hundredth episode? Share tips, answer your questions, and solve your problems, of course! Today learn about HDMI adapters, iOS backups, mounting network shares, Copying from Screenshots, and a cool edit to the iOS Share Sheet. What more can you ask for? Well, maybe a rant about Neil Young, too! Listen and learn five new things with John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton, that’s what!
Caltech Wins $1.1B From Apple and Broadcom Over Patent Infringement
Apple and Broadcom are required to pay the California Institute of Technology US$1.1 billion in damages over patent infringement.
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AAPL Reports Record Q1 Revenue of $91.8 Billion and Record Q1 EPS of $4.99 [Update]
Apple reported a record December quarter — the company’s fiscal first quarter — with revenues of $91.8 billion and earnings per share (EPS) of $4.99, both all-time records. [Updated with more details, including guidance, category sales, and Wall Street expections.]
Quick Tips, Sonos, Media, and Megabytes – Mac Geek Gab 799
It seems there’s always something new to learn! This week that includes some iOS and watchOS tips, flight tracking, QuickLook for Applications, Networking, and more. Plus, discussions ensue to answer your questions about Sonos, sharing media, megabytes vs. megabits, and more. Press play to enjoy learning at least five new things!
Facebook Exec Sir Nick Clegg Claims WhatsApp is Unhackable
Top Facebook executive Sir Nick Clegg has come under criticism for denying that Amazon boss Jeff Bezos was hacked via WhatsApp.
CES Wrap-up, Quick Tips, Cool Stuff Found – Mac Geek Gab 797
John and Dave are back from CES with new stuff they’ve learned, Cool Stuff Found, Quick Tips, and more. Of course, your questions are featured, as well, including analyzing USB power draw, fast external drives, folder permissions, and more. Press play to learn five new things with your two favorite geeks!
Consumer Tech Spending Set to Soar, With Apple in Key Markets
Streaming services, wireless earbuds, 5G connectivity and AI-powered devices will drive record spending on consumer tech in 2020.
Today at Apple Offers Apple TV+ iPad Poster Series
Apple is introducing a Today at Apple creative session that has customers designing posters inspired by Apple TV+ shows.
Cool Stuff Found from CES Unveiled – TMO Daily Observations 2020-01-06
LAS VEGAS – John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton attended CES Unveiled 2020 on Sunday night, sifting through hundreds of products and companies to bring you this gadget-focused collection of Cool Stuff Found. Listen and enjoy!
Dissecting APFS and macOS Catalina with Mike Bombich – Mac Geek Gab 796
Carbon Copy Cloner developer – and APFS guru! – Mike Bombich joins John and Dave this week to talk APFS, backups, upgrades, and more. Listen as your two favorite geeks become your three favorite geeks, sharing everything they know plus some cool stuff found to kick it up a notch into the new year.
2019 In Review – TMO Daily Observations 2019-12-31
Andrew Orr and Bryan Chaffin join host Kelly Guimont to discuss favorite apps, games, and gear of 2019.
Happy Holidays from The Mac Observer!
It doesn’t matter if you’re into Christmas, Hanukkah, Festivus, Solstice, or any end-of-the-year holiday. The Mac Observer hopes this weekend is a wonderful time for you, and that you get to take a day or two off to relax. We’re taking (the rest of) Tuesday and Wednesday off, but we’ll be back on Thursday, December 26th, with iPhone, iPad, and Mac coverage, along with a fresh TMO Daily Observations episode, too.
Eight iOS Apps For The Eight Nights of Chanukah
As the Jewish festival of lights begins this weekend, there are a number of apps on iOS that can help you and your family celebrate.
Time Picks 3 Apple Devices as Best Gadgets of 2010s
Time has picked three Apple devices in its list of the 10 Best Gadgets of the 2010s. The devices are the iPad, Apple Watch, and AirPods.
Apple to Face Shareholder Backlash Over Human Rights Policies
Apple shareholders are preparing to criticise the firm for removing a mapping app during the Hong Kong protests at next year’s AGM.
Be Good and Don't Get Caught – Mac Geek Gab 793
macOS Catalina might finally be ready for prime-time with 10.15.2. Your two favorite geeks discuss. Then it’s on to your tips and questions. Listen as John and Dave talk through Keyboard Shortcuts, third-party display issues, full-page screenshots, watching TV in multiple locations, outbound VPN, Mail, Bluetooth, and more! We guarantee you’ll learn at least five new things before the band plays you out for the week.
When Your Mac Sleeps Too Deeply – Mac Geek Gab 792
Sleeping computers are good, until they don’t wake up. Thankfully, John and Dave are here each week to answer your questions, including this one. But that’s not all! Listen for answers to questions about Apple Watch hourly chimes, registering Apple devices, and tips on using the camera adapter between two iPhones, opening windows in new tabs, and more. Press play and enjoy learning at least five new things on this week’s episode of Mac Geek Gab.