Mac Power Users

612: macOS Monterey & MacBook Pro Impressions

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Oct 31, 2021
The hosts dive into the exciting features of macOS Monterey, highlighting improvements like Universal Control and Quick Note. They discuss the impact of the new MacBook Pro models, noting the fantastic performance of M1 Pro and M1 Max chips. Listeners get insights into enhanced security features and the productivity boosts from the Shortcuts app. Personal anecdotes add a fun twist as they explore the new design elements and battery life. Overall, it's a fascinating look at the latest in the Mac ecosystem!
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INSIGHT

macOS Monterey: A Snow Leopard Year

  • macOS Monterey feels like a "Snow Leopard" year, focusing on refinements.
  • It brings quality-of-life improvements without major feature additions.
ADVICE

Planning for Mac End-of-Life

  • Plan for eventual replacement if your Mac is nearing end-of-life support.
  • You still get security updates, but new software features might be unavailable.
ADVICE

Backup Before Updating

  • Back up your Mac before major OS updates using Time Machine.
  • Create a bootable clone on a separate drive as an extra precaution.
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