Allison Sheridan joins us to share her automation workflows. Topics include Keyboard Maestro, Hazel, and more automation tools. This episode of Automators is sponsored by: Issuu: Get started with Issuu today for FREE or sign up for an annual premium account and get 50% off ExpressVPN: High-Speed, Secure & Anonymous VPN Service. Get an extra three months free. TextExpander: Your Shortcut to Efficient, Consistent Communication. Get 20% off. Guest Starring: Allison Sheridan Links and Show Notes: Credits The Automators Rosemary Orchard David Sparks The Editor Jim Metzendorf The Fixer Kerry Provanzano Get Automators Max: a longer, ad-free version of the show Submit Feedback Podfeet Podcasts Taming the Terminal - Podfeet Podcasts Hazel – Noodlesoft – Simply Useful Software Noodlesoft – Noodlesoft – Simply Useful Software Noodlesoft Forums • Index page Programming by Stealth Archives - Podfeet Podcasts Organize your Mac desktop with Stage Manager - Apple Support Keyboard Maestro 10.2: Work Faster with Macros for macOS Failure Aborts Macro [Keyboard Maestro Wiki] Retrobatch, from Flying Meat ImageMagick – Convert, Edit, or Compose Digital Images TextExpander, Shortcut to Efficient, Consistent Communication Auphonic Automating Conversion of Transparent PNGs to Opaque - Podfeet Podcasts iOS Today | Apple iOS Podcast | Apps, Tips & News | TWiT Find and compare best prepaid eSIM for travelers Welcome Automators Listeners!

Allison Sheridan, a technology enthusiast and recent safari traveler, shares her adventures in the wild. She discusses the tech gear that made her trip a breeze, like image stabilization binoculars and a savvy photo backup strategy. The conversation also touches on the challenges of staying connected in remote areas while offering humorous anecdotes about technology mishaps. Additionally, they delve into new child safety laws affecting tech, the latest trends in advertising, and innovative travel organization methods.

Allison Sheridan discusses the environmental impact of AI, smart rings are gaining popularity, Google's AI-generated errors are criticized. The podcast explores tech news, limitations of AI, smart ring options like Aura and Whoop, energy-efficient AI tools, geothermal energy for data centers, and innovative payment solutions with Stripe and Tap to Pay.

Allison Sheridan and John Voorhees discuss Apple's EU plans, the recent changes to App Store policies, portable monitors, Ecamm Live, various browsers, and strategies for managing links and files for future reading. They also talk about what they would choose to learn if stuck in a time loop.

This week, the SMRpodcast crew is joined by Allison Sheridan. They discuss Apple's alternative payment processors and whether Apple's 27% cut is justified. They also explore the controversy surrounding Apple's App Store fees and the recent changes in their policies. Additionally, they share their ongoing problem with Apple customer support and talk about recording phone calls and cleaning devices for electronics and cars.