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Oct 15, 2018 • 1h 27min

452: 2018 Developer Roundtable

Ken Case of the Omni Group, Greg Scown of Smile, and Dave Teare of Agile Bits join David and Katie to talk about the state of development for Mac and iOS and life as an Apple Developer. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Fujitsu ScanSnap ScanSnap Helps You Live a More Productive, Efficient, Paperless Life. Sanebox Stop drowning in email! Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code MPU at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. Freshbooks: Online invoicing made easy. Guest Starring: Dave Teare, Greg Scown, and Ken Case Links and Show Notes: More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments Ken Case (@kcase) | Twitter Greg Scown (@macgreg) | Twitter Dave Teare (@dteare) | Twitter Bear - Notes for iPhone, iPad and Mac Visual Studio Code - Code Editing. Redefined Scriptable Scriptable Micro.blog Matthew Cassinelli - YouTube Create a new fiddle - JSFiddle Automators #6: Automating iOS with Matthew Cassinelli - Relay FM
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Oct 8, 2018 • 1h 28min

451: Task Management Strategies

David and Katie revisit the topic of task management. We talk about digital task managers, our history managing tasks, various tiers of task management from simplified to advanced, systems for digitally managing our tasks and how to keep it all together. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code MPU at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. Hover: Show the world what you’re passionate about with 10% off your first purchase TextExpander from Smile Type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviations into longer bits of text, even fill-ins, with TextExpander from Smile. 1Password Have you ever forgotten a password? Now you don't have to worry about that anymore. Save up to 20% using this link. Links and Show Notes: Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership Full Focus Planner | A planner by Michael Hyatt Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity: David Allen OmniFocus - task management for Mac, iPad, and iPhone - The Omni Group The all-new Things. Your to-do list for Mac & iOS Due: The Superfast Reminder App for iPhone & iPad Welcome to Reminders on Mac - Apple Support Flexibits | Fantastical 2 for Mac | Meet your Mac's new calendar. OmniFocus Field Guide, Third Edition | MacSparky Field Guides Scotty tells us how he keeps his reputation as a miracle worker - YouTube
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Oct 1, 2018 • 1h 35min

450: MPU+:I'm a Big Phone Guy

This month in MPU+ we chat about David's new phone, Katie's broken Mac, iOS 12 follow-up, Siri Shortcuts, transitioning from Dropbox to iCloud, David's laptop replacement and more. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: The Omni Group We're passionate about productivity for Mac, iPhone and iPad. Gazelle Sell your iPhone for cash at Gazelle! Freshbooks: Online invoicing made easy. Handy: The most reliable name in house cleaning. Links and Show Notes: Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership Sparky's 5 Minute Review of the iPhone Xs Max - YouTubeDavid can't stop using Memoji. Never! OmniFocus Field Guide, Third Edition | MacSparky Field Guides Apple - Joint Venture Use 1Password to fill and save on your iPhone and iPad Free Driving Directions, Traffic Reports & GPS Navigation App by Waze How to Trigger IFTTT Applets with iOS 12’s New Shortcuts App and Siri – MacStories CARROT Weather for iOS and Android How to understand the amazing new battery info in iOS 12 | Cult of Mac Tim Cook opens up about what's next for Apple, live on 'GMA' Video - ABC News Moom · Many Tricks Window Management with Keyboard Maestro and Screencast — MacSparky
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Sep 24, 2018 • 1h 32min

449: macOS Mojave

David and Katie talk about Apple's latest operating system, macOS Mojave. We discuss the state of the Mac, yearly release cycles, what we like, what we don't, new features for productivity and more. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Molekule: The only air purifier that actually destroys pollutants. Use mpu for $75 off. Sanebox Stop drowning in email! 1Password Have you ever forgotten a password? Now you don't have to worry about that anymore. Save up to 20% using this link. Fujitsu ScanSnap ScanSnap Helps You Live a More Productive, Efficient, Paperless Life. Links and Show Notes: Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership Draft Table for iPadDavid's favorite iPad stand. Learn.MacSparkySo many videos ... so little time. The Siri Shortcuts Field Guide3+ hours of Siri Shortcuts goodness. Kid's Marathon & 1-Mile Fun Run: Stephen Hackett - St. Jude Heroes macOS Mojave - Apple
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Sep 17, 2018 • 1h 43min

448: iOS 12 and the September 12th Event

David and Katie run through their favorite new features for iOS 12, WatchOS 5 and thoughts on the September 12th announcements. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code MPU at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. Timing: The automatic time tracking app for macOS. Use this link to save 10% on your purchase. PDFpen from Smile With powerful PDF editing tools, available for Mac, iPad, and iPhone, PDFpen from Smile makes you a Mac Power User. Gazelle Sell your iPhone for cash at Gazelle! Links and Show Notes: Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership Siri Shortcuts Field Guide | MacSparky Field GuidesDavid's new Field Guide all about Siri Shortcuts. 3+ hours and 40 minutes of Siri Shortcuts goodness. Apple Events - Keynote September 2018 - Apple iPhone XS - Apple iPhone XR - Apple Apple Watch Series 4 - Apple iOS 12 - Apple Automators #4: First Look at Siri Shortcuts - Relay FM Introduction to Siri Shortcuts - WWDC 2018 - Videos - Apple Developer Amazon.com: Anker Dual USB Wall Charger
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Sep 10, 2018 • 1h 40min

447: Workflows with Zac Hall

Zac Hall joins David and Katie to talk about how he stays on top of Apple news at 9to5Mac as well his work as an online publisher. We also talk about 9to5's recent discovery of the new iPhone and Apple Watch prior to Apple's September 12th event. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password Have you ever forgotten a password? Now you don't have to worry about that anymore. Save up to 20% using this link. The Omni Group We're passionate about productivity for Mac, iPhone and iPad. Marketcircle We help small business grow with great Mac, iPhone and iPad apps including Daylight and Billings Pro. Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code MPU at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. Guest Starring: Zac Hall Links and Show Notes: Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership Zac Hall (@apollozac) | Twitter@9to5mac 9to5Mac | Apple News & Mac Rumors Breaking All Day 9to5Mac Happy Hour | 9to5Mac 9to5Mac Daily Podcast | 9to5Mac 9to5Toys | New Gear, reviews and deals 9to5Google - Beyond Good and Evil The all-new Things. Your to-do list for Mac & iOS Byword - Markdown text editor app for Mac, iPhone and iPad. Pixelmator Pro TextExpander | Communicate Smarter Amazon.com: Rode Podcaster USB Dynamic Microphone Rogue Amoeba | Piezo: Charmingly Simple Audio Recording Where work happens | Slack Call Recorder for Skype Apple Watch, New Year’s resolutions, and losing 50 pounds | 9to5Mac ‎MyFitnessPal on the App Store Exclusive: This is ‘iPhone XS’ — design, larger version, and gold colors confirmed | 9to5Mac Exclusive: Apple Watch Series 4 revealed — massive display, dense watch face, more | 9to5Mac Amazon.com: Logitech Circle 2 Indoor/Outdoor Wired Home Security Camera Shading Solutions from Lutron Provide Energy Saving Light Control ‎HomeCam for HomeKit on the App Store
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Sep 3, 2018 • 1h 37min

446: MPU+: Are You Going to Go Big?

Katie and David speculate about Apple's upcoming September 12th event, David goes laptopless again, hiding cables and technology clutter around your home, shutting down Wi-Fi on a schedule, storing business cards, fixing a broken iPhone and listener feedback. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: TextExpander from Smile Type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviations into longer bits of text, even fill-ins, with TextExpander from Smile. 1Password Have you ever forgotten a password? Now you don't have to worry about that anymore. Save up to 20% using this link. Casper: The Internet’s favorite mattress. Get $50 off select mattresses with the code ‘MPU’. eero: Never think about WiFi again. Use code MPU for free overnight shipping. Links and Show Notes: Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership Membership - Relay FM MacSparky Field Guides Apple Invites Media to September 12 Event at Apple Park: 'Gather Round' - Mac Rumors Exclusive: This is ‘iPhone XS’ — design, larger version, and gold colors confirmed | 9to5Mac Exclusive: Apple Watch Series 4 revealed — massive display, dense watch face, more | 9to5Mac Laptop-less — MacSparky Amazon.com: Command Cord Clips, Small, Clear, 8-Clips Amazon.com: Multi-Purpose Cable Tie (100 Piece) Amazon.com: Cable Concealer On-Wall Cord Cover Raceway Kit Amazon.com:50 PCS Reusable Fastening Cable Ties Abbyy Business Card Reader Flexibits | Cardhop for Mac Identity Resolution & Data Insights Solutions | FullContact How to use your phone to scan business cards into Evernote – Evernote Help & Learning Roon Labs David's Magnetic Apple TV Holder Noizio – ambient sound equalizer for relax or productivity. Get A 4x Increase In Productivity By Listening To Music | Focus@Will Amazon Cloud Cam Indoor Security Camera, works with Alexa LaMetric ClockDavid's Amazon Day splurge.
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Aug 27, 2018 • 1h 31min

445: HomeKit Intensive

David and Katie dive deep on HomeKit and discuss the HomeKit App, managing rooms, creating scenes, automation and our favorite HomeKit enabled devices. We also discuss where HomeKit falls down and our workarounds. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code MPU at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. The Omni Group We're passionate about productivity for Mac, iPhone and iPad. Fujitsu ScanSnap ScanSnap Helps You Live a More Productive, Efficient, Paperless Life. Gazelle Sell your iPhone for cash at Gazelle! Links and Show Notes: Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership Membership - Relay FM iOS - Home - Apple HomeKit - All Accessories - Apple Mac Power Users #402: Home Automation with Robert Spivack Wireless and smart lighting by Philips | Meet Hue Amazon: Philips Hue White A19 Smart Bulb Starter Kit Amazon: Philips Hue Smart Dimmer Switch with Remote Amazon: Philips Hue Lily Outdoor Smart Spot Amazon: Lutron Caseta Wireless Smart Lighting Dimmer Switch Amazon: Lutron Caseta Wireless Smart Lighting Switch for All Bulb Types and Fans Amazon: Philips Hue Motion Sensor for Smart Lights Amazon: Eve Door & Window Amazon: Wemo Mini Smart Plug Amazon: Wemo Bridge - Works with Apple HomeKit Canary - A complete security system in a single device. Canary - A complete security system in a single device. Video Doorbells and Security Cameras for Your Smartphone | Ring Amazon: Canary View Indoor 1080p HD Security Camera Amazon Cloud Cam Indoor Security Camera, works with Alexa Amazon.com: Ring Video Doorbell Pro Amazon: MyQ Smart Garage Door Opener Chamberlain Amazon: Kwikset Premis Touchscreen Smart Lock
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Aug 20, 2018 • 1h 43min

444: Workflows with iPhone JD Jeff Richardson

Jeff Richardson from iPhone JD joins Katie and David to chat about how he uses a Mac at home and PC at work, going all in and adopting a paperless lifestyle with the iPad, starting a successful blog, using the Apple Watch, and more. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: PDFpen from Smile With powerful PDF editing tools, available for Mac, iPad, and iPhone, PDFpen from Smile makes you a Mac Power User. 1Password Have you ever forgotten a password? Now you don't have to worry about that anymore. Save up to 20% using this link. Sanebox Stop drowning in email! RXBAR: Whole food protein bars with simple, real ingredients. Get 25% off with promo code ‘mpu’. Guest Starring: Jeff Richardson Links and Show Notes: Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership Membership - Relay FM iPhone J.D. Jeff Richardson (@jeffrichardson) | Twitter LogMeIn Remote Access | Secure Remote Desktop Software iPhone X Leather Case - Saddle Brown - Apple Amazon.com: iPhone X Clear Soft TPU Cover (Katie's current case) GoodNotes Homepage | A new take on note-taking GoodReader Lightning Digital AV Adapter - Lightning to HDMI - Apple Lightning to VGA Adapter - Apple Amazon.com : Satechi Aluminum Wireless Presenter Pointer Remote Control Amazon.com: Thought Out Simplex iPad Stand Pro ‎CARROT Weather on the App Store Lutron Caseta Wireless Smart Lighting Starter Kit Philips Hue Motion Sensor
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Aug 13, 2018 • 1h 30min

443: Revisiting Music Management

Katie and David revisit music management and discuss the state of the two major streaming services, how things have changed iTunes Match, managing their music, and audio at home and in the car. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password Have you ever forgotten a password? Now you don't have to worry about that anymore. Save up to 20% using this link. The Omni Group We're passionate about productivity for Mac, iPhone and iPad. Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code MPU at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. Marketcircle We help small business grow with great Mac, iPhone and iPad apps including Daylight and Billings Pro. Links and Show Notes: Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership MacTrack/iTrack Legal | Tech conference for tech-loving lawyers Spotify's IPO filing shows how hard it is to make money from streaming subscriptions Music for everyone - Spotify Music - Apple More Fun with iTunes Smart Playlists — MacSparky Top 10 iTunes Smart Playlists The Ultimate Enterprise Background Noise Generator Amazon.com: Starship Sounds: Ambient Engine Noise: Alexa Skills Amazon.com: All-new Sonos One - Smart Speaker with Alexa HomePod - Apple ‎Ferrite Recording Studio on the App Store ShurePlus MOTIV Mobile Recording App | Shure Americas ‎Apogee MetaRecorder on the App Store ‎ToothFairy on the Mac App Store Make and receive phone calls in FaceTime on Mac - Apple Support How to upgrade tracks to iTunes Match, fast | Macworld

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