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Latest MacBook is $251 Off at Amazon
This is the latest 12-inch MacBook model on sale at Amazon for US$1298. And new, not refurbished. Here are the specs. “Apple MNYL2LL/A 12″ MacBook, Retina, 1.3 GHz Intel Core i5 Dual Core Processor, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD, MacOS, Gold.” Only 9 left in stock, but more are said to be coming. MSRP is $1549.
Transmit 5 Now Available in the Mac App Store
Panic has made good on the WWDC announcement that Transmit was coming to the Mac App Store, the app made its debut Thursday.
Bridge Mode, APFS, and Tips from MacTech – Mac Geek Gab 735
Dave’s back from MacTech and boy is his brain tired from absorbing as much knowledge as he could. He and John talk through a bunch of that, including some important new APFS knowledge, Cool Stuff Found, and a plethora of Quick Tips. Plus, of course, your two favorite geeks answer your questions. All this and more… press play and enjoy!
Here's How and Why to Share Apple Notes With Yourself
Apple Notes can be shared with one person, many persons, or even yourself. This gives you a handy interlinking system to build a note network.
Yes, iPad Pro CAN Replace A Computer
Some reviews are dismissing the iPad Pro as “not a real computer.” Kelly calls shenanigans on the definition of the mythical “real” computer.
Despite Growing Services, Apple Remains a Hardware Company
Even though Apple has been increasing its Services business, like apps, content, and advertising, Apple is still a hardware company.
Mac mini CPU Considerations, Semi-Dark Mode, Photos, and More – Mac Geek Gab 734
New Macs are out! John and Dave answer your questions and talk through the various models, including a dissection of the 2018 Mac mini CPU options as well as the relative merit of the 2018 MacBook Air. Other topics include setting up “semi-Dark Mode” on Mojave, using a Fusion Drive as storage, migrating from iCloud Photos to other options, and more! Press play and enjoy!
What Advertisers Think of Safari Anti-Tracking
Apple built a new Safari anti-tracking feature into its browser. Advertisers aren’t happy about it, which means it’s great for users.
When Icons Go Bad – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 733
The question of managing spoofed caller ID came up last week, and this week we’ve got answers. Also, how do you deal with applications that lose their icon? We’ll help! We’ve also got a lot more than that, too, including other questions, quick tips, Cool Stuff Found, and maybe even an iPhone XR discussion, too!
iOS: How to Use Pages as a Teleprompter for Presentations
It’s called Presenter Mode, and here’s how to turn it on.
Automation for iOS 12? Try Shortcuts!
If you always wished you could automate iOS, Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus has good news for you—you can with Apple’s new (kinda) Shortcuts app!
App Bundles Now Support Mac Apps and Subscription Apps
Today Apple announced macOS developers can now create app bundles that include standard Mac apps and free apps that come with a subscription.
APFS Corruption, Wi-Fi Numbering, and Backups – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 731
APFS has been available on our Macs for a year now, and we’re beginning to see the issues with corruption that can’t be yet be solved by Apple or third party utilities. Wi-Fi is changing names… and getting faster! And folks, Backups are still important! All this and more in this week’s Mac Geek Gab. Press play and enjoy!
Don't Panic, Kernel. It's Just a Kill Switch and a Nuke-and-Pave – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 730
Sometimes things go wrong with your devices, and sometimes the path you think will solve it winds up running you in circles. The same things can happen to your two favorite geeks, and this week’s show talks about some of that while also answering your questions and solving your problems. Press play and enjoy!
5 Apple Alternative Apps For Your Needs
Andrew has scoured the App Store to give you a roundup of Apple alternative apps. This is a good companion to the Google alternative app list.
Is Mojave the Key to Solving the iTunes Problem? – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 729
Ever wanted to run Terminal from your iPhone? How about merge two Mac Photos Libraries the right way? And is Mojave the Key to Solving the iTunes Problem? All of these questions and lots, lots more are answered in this week’s Mac Geek Gab!
Mojave, Inexpensive Tech, Dual SIMs, and More – Mac Geek Gab 728
Don’t get caught, folks. That’s what we say, and that’s what we mean. This week that takes shape with advice about when to install macOS Mojave, finding the right place(s) to buy inexpensive tech, and extending your Wi-Fi network the right – and fun – ways. Oh, and there’s more, too. You’ll just have to listen, OK?
iOS 12 and Mojave Upgrade Thoughts, Cloud Storage, and Adapting Thunderbolt – Mac Geek Gab 727
iOS 12 is out, folks, and John and Dave have some experience with it that they’re happy to share. Of course, they take your questions, too, including those about your upcoming Mojave migration. Don’t miss this one, folks!
CSS iPhone Hack Will Crash and Restart Your Phone
A web-based CSS iPhone hack has the ability to crash and restart your phone with just a few lines of code, exploiting weaknesses in WebKit.
Siri Shortcuts App Now Available for iOS 12 Users
The new Siri Shortcuts app is now available for iOS 12 users. It replaces the Workflow app, and all of your workflows will be imported.
Skip the Dongle, Learn about Cruft! – Mac Geek Gab 726
It’s time to fully embrace the USB-C interface, folks, at least according to listener Zack. Todd helps us understand Cruft, Phil needs to know about storing IDs when traveling, Felix is curious about storing archives, and that’s just the half of it. You’ll have to listen to hear Dave Hamilton and John F. Braun talk all about this and more!
Apple TV 8K May Never Ship. 8K TV Might Actually Fail in the Market
John collects the news debris of the week that didn’t make the TMO headlines.
Mac Adware Tool Sends Your Data to China
Security researcher Patrick Wardle said that Apple knew about Adware Doctor’s suspicious function last month, but only removed it today.