Mac Power Users 593: It’s All Based on Stickies, with Paul Kafasis
Jun 20, 2021
Paul Kafasis, the Founder and CEO of Rogue Amoeba, joins the hosts to share insights from his journey in audio software development. They dive into the challenges faced by developers adapting to new macOS versions and Apple Silicon. Discussions include the evolution of iPhone photography and how it has shifted the market. Kafasis reveals how tools like TextExpander and Audio Hijack enhance productivity. Personal anecdotes and humor highlight the balance of creativity and functionality in software design, as well as the impact of their audio tools on users' lives.
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Smooth Transition to Apple Silicon
- Apple made the Intel transition easy for Rogue Amoeba with Rosetta and developer kits.
- This mirrored their approach 15 years prior, minimizing developer effort.
Booting from External Drives
- Use external SSDs to boot different macOS versions for testing or exploring betas.
- Install the OS on the external drive and select it as your startup disk.
Mac vs. iOS Update Frequency
- Mac users update their OS less frequently than iPhone/iPad users.
- Many Mac users prioritize a stable working environment over new features.