Andrew Orr and Charlotte Henry join host Kelly Guimont to discuss Apple teaming up with Google on new technology for contact tracing, what exactly contact tracing entails, and what sorts of questions come up as a result.
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
Location-Based Reminders, Main Menu on iPad – TMO Daily Observations 2020-04-10
Andrew Orr and Bryan Chaffin join host Kelly Guimont to discuss setting up reminders by location instead of time, and a “Main Menu” idea for iPadOS.
John's Ten iPhone Tips – TMO Daily Observations 2020-04-09
John Martellaro joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss John’s ten tips for iPhone users who want to get the most out of their devices.
Earnings Call Considerations, Apple's Pandemic Response – TMO Daily Observations 2020-04-08
John Martellaro and Andrew Orr join host Kelly Guimont to discuss what Apple’s earnings call might look like, and some of Apple’s responses to the pandemic.
App Store Predictions, iCloud Folder Sharing – TMO Daily Observations 2020-04-07
Andrew Orr and Charlotte Henry join host Kelly Guimont to discuss App Store revenue prediction and what they mean for the App Store, and how to use iCloud Folder Sharing.
New Listening Habits, Apple TV+ on Apple TV Apps – TMO Daily Observations 2020-04-06
Dave Hamilton and Charlotte Henry join host Kelly Guimont to discuss the trends in listening habits in the new age, and Apple’s (questionable) decisions about Apple TV+ within the Apple TV app.
iPad at Ten Years On – TMO Daily Observations 2020-04-03
John Martellaro and Bryan Chaffin join host Kelly Guimont to discuss the iPad on the tenth anniversary of release. Looking back, and forward, at its impact and potential.
New Versions of macOS, Stewart Brand – TMO Daily Observations 2020-04-02
Dave Hamilton and John Martellaro join host Kelly Guimont to discuss what the new version of macOS could look like (and when we’ll see it), and an interesting documentary about an interesting guy, Stewart Brand.
This Year's iPhone, Dark Sky by Apple – TMO Daily Observations 2020-04-01
Bryan Chaffin and Charlotte Henry join host Kelly Guimont to discuss Apple’s release of a an iPhone in 2020 (or not), and Apple’s acquisition of weather app Dark Sky.
Blocking Texts on macOS, Alternative Private Apps – TMO Daily Observations 2020-03-31
John Martellaro and Andrew Orr join host Kelly Guimont to discuss blocking unwanted messages on your Mac, and some private alternatives to the iOS apps Apple gives you.
New MacBook Air, Face ID on Macs – TMO Daily Observations 2020-03-29
John Martellaro and Charlotte Henry join host Kelly Guimont to discuss the newly released MacBook Air, and what Face ID on Macs could look like.
Security Friday, Kernel Extensions – TMO Daily Observations 2020-03-27
Dave Hamilton and Andrew Orr join host Kelly Guimont to discuss Security Friday news, and the new kernel extension alert popping up in the latest MacOS 10.15 update.
More Online Resources, Privacy PSA – TMO Daily Observations 2020-03-26
Andrew Orr joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss the latest resources available for online work and fun, and include a PSA about a fitness app.
Zoom Video Meeting Tips – TMO Daily Observations 2020-03-25
Just in time for social distancing, Bryan Chaffin is joined by Charlotte Henry to go over her tips for using Zoom for video meetings.
Dr. Mac's Advice for Better Battery Life – TMO Daily Observations 2020-03-24
Dr. Mac (aka Bob LeVitus) joins Dave Hamilton for a geeky-yet-understandable tour through some quick things you can do to extend your MacBook’s battery life. But it’s Bob and Dave, of course, so there’s a tangent thrown in, this time about the benefits clipboard history switchers. You’ll love it!
China Pulls Apps, Ebook Tips – TMO Daily Observations 2020-03-23
Andrew Orr and Bryan Chaffin join host Kelly Guimont to discuss China’s outsized App Store power, and getting free ebooks from a few sources.
Sidecar Makes iPad a Mac Display, Customize Control Center - TMO Daily Observations 2020-03-20
Bryan Chaffin guest-hosts with Charlotte Henry to discuss how to use Sidecar to make your iPad a second display for your Mac. They also dig into all the ways you can customize Control Center on iPad (and iPhone, for that matter).
New MacBook Air, Mac mini Updates – TMO Daily Observations 2020-03-19
Apple’s updates to the processors (and more) in the MacBook Air and pricing and RAM for the Mac mini leave Charlotte Henry and guest host, Dave Hamilton, with a ton to talk through, and a ton for you to hear. Listen and enjoy!
New iPad Pro Announced – TMO Daily Observations 2020-03-18
John Martellaro and Bryan Chaffin join host Kelly Guimont to discuss the new iPad Pro, announced this morning, and where it fits as a device.
Apple TV+, Content Craters – TMO Daily Observations 2020-03-17
John Martellaro and Charlotte Henry join host Kelly Guimont to discuss Apple TV+ as a service, and what it looks like in the future.
Apple Fined by France, Powerbeats 4 – TMO Daily Observations 2020-03-16
Bryan Chaffin and Charlotte Henry join host Kelly Guimont to discuss a French authority fining Apple over inventory, and the new Powerbeats 4 appealing to Charlotte for, frankly, not being AirPods.
Security Friday, WWDC 2020 – TMO Daily Observations 2020-03-13
Charlotte Henry and Andrew Orr join host Kelly Guimont to discuss the new look for WWDC and Security Friday’s headlines and tips.
Apple Doesn't Get The iMessage – TMO Daily Observations 2020-03-12
Charlotte Henry joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss Apple’s (lacking) Messages app and what rumors say could make it an Apple-level product in iOS 14.
Forgotten Apple Watch Features – TMO Daily Observations 2020-03-11
John Martellaro joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss the Apple Watch features that tend to be forgotten when it’s considered a health tracker.