Ben Surtees of Surtees Studios joins Kelly to chat about writing Mac software, and the Bartender utility that makes #NotchLife easier.
The Mac Observer Show
The Mac Observer Show is coming your way! Hosted by Ken Ray, it’s a different thing than we’ve done before. Not day-to-day news this time. The Mac Observer Show looks at a range of topics with a range of guests. Silicon Valley insiders, experts in various parts of Apple’s business, people knowledgable in other parts of tech… We’re talking AI and foldable iPhones and accessibility and Apple Retail and Apple Vision Pro and so much more.
The Mac Observer Show – every Friday on YouTube, wherever you get podcasts and of course – MacObserver.com.
Episodes
Security Friday: Chip Flaws and Data Breaches – TMO Daily Observations 2021-11-19
Andrew Orr and host Kelly Guimont discuss the abundance of security news this week including some hardware issues and This Week in Data Breaches.
Thursdays with Bob: Popclip and More – TMO Daily Observations 2021-11-18
Dr Mac joins Kelly with a Monterey update, and discussing Popclip among other “first tier” apps to install when starting fresh.
Apple and Right to Repair – TMO Daily Observations 2021-11-17
Today, Kelly sits down with Kyle Wiens, CEO of iFixit, to discuss Apple’s announcement of Self Service Repair and what it means for users.
Walkie Talkie and Wembley Fraggle – TMO Daily Observations 2021-11-16
Jeff Butts joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss a forgotten Apple Watch feature and look forward to new Apple TV content…down at Fraggle Rock.
Apple and Facebook Squaring Off – TMO Daily Observations 2021-11-15
Bryan Chaffin and Dave Hamilton join host Kelly Guimont to discuss how Apple and Facebook are headed for a new type of battle.
Security Friday: News and Precise Locations – TMO Daily Observations 2021-11-12
Andrew Orr and Jeff Butts join host Kelly Guimont to discuss security news, This Week in Data Breaches, and new uses for Precise Location data.
Thursdays with Bob: Rocky Road – TMO Daily Observations 2021-11-11
Dr Mac joins Kelly to discuss his rough upgrade path to Monterey, and point out some considerations you should make before clicking ‘upgrade.’
Apple Business Essentials – TMO Daily Observations 2021-11-10
Andrew Orr joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss the announcement of Apple Business Essentials and why this is a big deal for a lot of users.
Smart Home Networks And You – TMO Daily Observations 2021-11-09
Jeff Butts and Dave Hamilton join host Kelly Guimont to discuss the latest developments in smart home networking and why it matters to your home.
Martellaro Monday: What We're Watching – TMO Daily Observations 2021-11-08
John Martellaro joins host Kelly Guimont to share the latest tv shows he’s watching and Kelly offers a few picks of her own.
Security Friday: Good News and Gift Ideas – TMO Daily Observations 2021-11-05
Andrew Orr joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss some good Security Friday news, an update on previous news, and a gift idea for everyone.
Thursdays with Bob: Road Trip Lessons – TMO Daily Observations 2021-11-04
This week Dr Mac joins Kelly to talk about his recent road trip, and some lessons learned along the way about media and what to take with you.
Fake Job Ads, ID Stealing Quizzes – TMO Daily Observations 2021-11-03
Jeff Butts and Andrew Orr join host Kelly Guimont to discuss quizzes and job ads that are definitely too good to be true.
Smarthome Gifts and Tips – TMO Daily Observations 2021-11-02
Jeff Butts joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss smarthome gifts, and some ideas for easy gift giving to help people get started with smart devices.
Earnings and Dropbox Support – TMO Daily Observations 2021-11-01
Bryan Chaffin and Charlotte Henry join host Kelly Guimont to discuss Apple’s latest earnings and native Apple Silicon support for Dropbox.
Security Friday: Bug Bounties, Updates, and Tools for "Good Guys" – TMO Daily Observations 2021-10-29
Andrew Orr joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss Security Friday news and updates including who can get into your phone now, and a massive bug bounty.
Thursdays with Bob: We Love Live Text! – TMO Daily Observations 2021-10-28
Dr Mac joins Kelly to talk about Live Text, a new feature of iOS 15 and macOS Monterey, all the ways it feels magical, and some good uses.
Apple and China and Apps – TMO Daily Observations 2021-10-27
Charlotte Henry joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss the iOS App Store in China, and the sudden disappearance of particular apps.
Monterey and Other Updates – TMO Daily Observations 2021-10-26
Jeff Butts and Bryan Chaffin join host Kelly Guimont to discuss the new version of macOS, including new and future features.
Martellaro Mondays: M1, Mac Pro, More M Words – TMO Daily Observations 2021-10-25
John Martellaro joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss the new processors and how John might have a worthy successor to his Mac Pro.
Security Friday: News and Apple Watch Tips – TMO Daily Observations 2021-10-22
Andrew Orr joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss Security Friday news and updates on ransomware and hacking, and share how your Watch can make you safer.
Thursdays with Bob: Juiced Up and Ready For Anything – TMO Daily Observations 2021-10-21
Today Dr Mac joins Kelly to talk about batteries, fast and slow charging, and generally making sure you don’t run out of power (even at Disneyland!)
Airpods and Apple Music Unleashed – TMO Daily Observations 2021-10-20
Charlotte Henry joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss the revised AirPods and why the new Apple Music Voice plan might actually make sense.