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Apr 23, 2017 • 1h 40min

374: iPad Sensei - Federico Viticci

We catch up with Federico to discuss how he became an "iPad Guy", some of his favorite tips, tricks, and workflows on iOS, where there's still room for improvement, the future of iOS and more. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Jamf Now: Manage your Apple devices from anywhere. Get your first three devices free! 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! Guest Starring: Federico Viticci Links and Show Notes: Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership Federico Viticci (@viticci) | Twitter MacStories Club MacStories Connected - Relay FM Remaster - Relay FM Canvas - Relay FM App Stories Canopy – Studio Neat Amazon.com: Apple Magic Keyboard DEVONthink To Go — Your iOS companion to DEVONthink for Mac Notebooks - Your unique notebook on iPad, iPhone, Mac and PC iPad Diaries: Working with Zip Archives – MacStories iPhone and iPad file manager | Video Player | Download Files Workflow: Powerful Automation Made Simple on the App Store Apple Acquires Workflow – MacStories App Extensions Are Not a Replacement for User Automation – MacStories GoodNotes - Stunning Digital Ink Amazon.com: Belkin Carrying Case and Stand for Apple Pencil Shoeboxed | Painless Receipt Scanning & Expense Tracking Scanbot - the pdf scanner app for iPhone and Android Copied - A Full Featured Clipboard Manager for iOS and macOS Moleskine ® - Timepage Airmail - Lightning Fast Mail Client for Mac and iPhone The best apps. Better together. - Zapier - Zapier To do list and task manager. Free, easy, online and mobile: Todoist Slack: Where work happens TextExpander – Productivity App | Text Expander
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Apr 16, 2017 • 1h 35min

373: Home Tech Support

A lot of Mac Power Users find themselves transformed into the job of IT manager for friends, family, and even co-workers. In this episode we dive deep on the best IT management tools how to get (and get out) of that job. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Marketcircle We help small business grow with great Mac, iPhone and iPad apps including Daylight and Billings Pro. 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. Sanebox Stop drowning in email! Links and Show Notes: A lot of Mac Power Users find themselves transformed into the job of IT manager for friends, family, and even co-workers. In this episode we dive deep on the best IT management tools how to get (and get out) of that job. Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership Create a bootable installer for macOS - Apple Support NewerTech 14-Piece Portable Toolkit: All the Tools You Need WiFi Explorer Titanium Software - Home CleanMyMac 3: The Best Mac Cleanup App for OS X. Get a Cleaner Mac in Minutes. More Software - The Omni Group DaisyDisk - Analyze disk usage and free up disk space on Mac Use FileVault to encrypt the startup disk on your Mac - Apple Support Use parental controls on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support
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Apr 9, 2017 • 1h 41min

372: Workflows with Dr. Drang

Our favorite snowman returns! We discuss the evolving definition of "pro" and "power user" as well as new workflows for managing text, creative uses for Keyboard maestro, managing Apple Mail and the Doc dives into the iPad. 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. MindNode MindNode makes mind mapping easy. Eero: Blanket your home in fast, reliable WiFi. Guest Starring: Dr. Drang Links and Show Notes: Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership And now it’s all this And now it’s all this Dr. Drang (@drdrang) | Twitter Mac Power Users #95: Engineering Workflows with Dr. Drang - Relay FM Mac Power Users #95: Engineering Workflows with Dr. Drang - Relay FM Bare Bones Software | BBEdit 11 Bare Bones Software | BBEdit 11 Sublime Text: The text editor you'll fall in love with Dr. Drang (@drdrang) | Twittermacsparky Keyboard Maestro 7.3.1: Work Faster with Macros for Mac OS X Macdrifter Keyboard Maestro 7.3.1: Work Faster with Macros for Mac OS X The Safari 6 URL crisis - All this MailMate Dervish Software | MailHub Dervish Software | MailHub FastMail: Professional email hosting Project Jupyter | Home GoodNotes - Stunning Digital Ink Editorial on the App Store Workflow — Powerful automation made simple. Magic Keyboard - US English - Apple Editorial for iOS Prompt 2 Testing OmniGraffle 7.3's built-in JavaScript automation - OmniGraffle / OmniGraffle AppleScript - The Omni Group Forums Sal Saghoian Apple Training Series: AppleScript 1-2-3 Amazon.com: Apple Training Series: AppleScript 1-2-3
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Apr 2, 2017 • 1h 25min

371: MPU+: A Smoking Presentation

There is lots of feedback this time including listener questions, more on tin foil hats, calendar tips, maps, feedback, and how Katie's last presentation was smoking hot. 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. Casper: Because everyone deserves a great night sleep. Get $50 off with the code ‘MPU’ Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code MPU at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. Links and Show Notes: There is lots of feedback this time including listener questions, more on tin foil hats, calendar tips, maps, feedback, and how Katie's last presentation was smoking hot. Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership Brave Software | Building a Better Web * Boards | Trello TextExpander – Productivity App | Text Expander Dragon Professional Individual for Mac, v6 - Put your voice to work | Nuance BusyCal - The Best Calendar App for Mac When Can We Meet? | Rick Austin Moleskine ® - Timepage Week Calendar Planner. Group meeting planning made simple. Dash Mounts, Dashboard Mounts for Cell Phones - ProClip USA Gaia GPS | Topo Maps and Hiking Trails App for iPhone, iPad, and Android Mobile Apps | Navionics Mobile FliteDeck and FliteDeck Pro | EFB Charts & Apps | Jeppesen Pinbox - Map Your World INRIX Traffic Maps, Routes & Alerts on the App Store Cartography Comparison: Google Maps & Apple Maps — Justin O'Beirne Capto - The Screen Capture and Video Editing Software for Mac Devonian Times » DEVONthink 2.9.9 imports notes from Apple Notes Notes Exporter Amazon.com: Evoluent VerticalMouse 4 "Regular Size" Right Hand (model # VM4R) - USB Wired: Electronics Medina Slim Brief | A sophisticated 15-inch MacBook Pro briefcase crafted from the finest materials and designed for the digital lifestyle. | Brenthaven
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Mar 27, 2017 • 1h 35min

370: Automation with Sal Soghoian

Sal Soghoian, the father of automation on the Mac, joins Katie and David to discuss the state of Mac an iOS automation. Sal discusses the history of Automation on the Mac, the possibilities for Automation on iOS and the tools and languages available to put the power in the hands of the user. 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. Fujitsu ScanSnap ScanSnap Helps You Live a More Productive, Efficient, Paperless Life. Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code MPU at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. Guest Starring: Sal Soghoian Links and Show Notes: Note: This episode was recorded before the announcement of Workflow.app being acquired by Apple Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership Sal Soghoian Sal Soghoian - WikipediaSal Soghoian Sal - MacOSXAutomationmacautomation Otto the Automator (@MACAUTOMATION) | Twitter macOS Automation App Extensions Are Not a Replacement for User Automation – MacStories MacScripter iWork and Automation Dictation Commands New Automation Features in OS X Yosemite Omni Group Automation Looking Back, Looking Ahead—2017 Edition - The Omni Group Testing OmniGraffle 7.3's built-in JavaScript automation - OmniGraffle / OmniGraffle AppleScript - The Omni Group Forums Mac Power Users #70: Using Automator with Ben Waldie - Relay FM Mac Power Users #176: Everyday Automation - Relay FM
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Mar 19, 2017 • 1h 38min

369: Workflows with Composer Michael Whalen

Emmy award winning composer and artist Michael Whalen joins us to talk about his 68+ Macs and how he's been making music with Apple technology since 1984. 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. Gazelle Sell your iPhone for cash at Gazelle! Marketcircle We help small business grow with great Mac, iPhone and iPad apps including Daylight and Billings Pro. Sanebox Stop drowning in email! Guest Starring: Michael Whalen Links and Show Notes: Emmy award winning composer and artist Michael Whalen joins us to talk about his 68+ Macs and how he's been making music with Apple technology since 1984. Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership Michael Whalen (composer) - Wikipedia Michael's Website Wayne's Computer Amy Robbins-Wilson Bob Magnusson - Wikipedia Arturia - Synclavier V Wolfgang Palm - PPG Apps MorphWiz - Wizdom Music Model 15 App | Moog Music Inc Michael's new Album, Dream Cycle on Amazon Photos of Michael's Studio ▶ Step By Step (Featuring Tommy Hill) in Michael Whalen: "The Basement Songs" 1986-1988
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Mar 13, 2017 • 1h 33min

368: Living in a Tin Foil Hat World

Delving into the world of security and data privacy, the hosts provide practical tips on protecting personal data online. They discuss the importance of two-factor authentication, strong passwords, and using secure password managers. Exploring risks in cloud storage and encryption, they also address messaging encryption, VPNs, and the myths of private browsing. With a focus on Mac device security, they highlight the balance between security and convenience in data protection.
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Mar 5, 2017 • 1h 31min

367: Getting Productive with Michael Hyatt

New York Times best-selling author Michael Hyatt joins in this week to share some ideas about technology and productivity. 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. 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. Pixelmator Powerful image editing that gives you everything you need to create, edit and enhance your images, now on iPad and Mac. Guest Starring: Michael Hyatt Links and Show Notes: New York Times best-selling author Michael Hyatt joins in this week to share some ideas about technology and productivity. Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership Your Virtual Mentor | Michael Hyatt Michael Hyatt (@MichaelHyatt) | Twittermacsparky Nuzzel: News and Newsletters for Smart People Nozbe Task Management Google Drive - Cloud Storage & File Backup for Photos, Docs & More Encore Episode: A Peek Inside My Toolbox [Podcast] My Top 10 Productivity Hacks [Podcast S07E09] - Michael Hyatt #010: How to Shave 10 Hours Off Your Work Week [Podcast] Slack: Where work happens Use Asana to track your team’s work & manage projects · Asana Google Drive - Cloud Storage & File Backup for Photos, Docs & More Freedom: Internet, App and Website Blocker SweetProcess · Document Your Standard Operating Procedures With Ease Video Conferencing, Web Conferencing, Webinars, Screen Sharing - Zoom Capture what’s on your mind | Evernote BELAY: Climb Higher With Your Virtual Workforce Free to Focus Pocket Casts
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Feb 27, 2017 • 1h 40min

366: Catching up with Brett Terpstra

Brett Terpstra is back to that about his gear, his newfound love of the Apple TV and Apple Watch, the state of Automation, Apps for Nerds, and going independent. 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. 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. Fujitsu ScanSnap ScanSnap Helps You Live a More Productive, Efficient, Paperless Life. Guest Starring: Brett Terpstra Links and Show Notes: Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership BrettTerpstra.com Mac Power Users #45: Finding Files and Tagging - Relay FM Mac Power Users #81: Workflows with Brett Terpstra - Relay FM Mac Power Users #167: Workflows with Brett Terpstra - Relay FMMPU 081: Workflows with Brett Terpstra Mac Power Users #206: Brett Terpstra *drink* - Relay FM Mac Power Users #287: Automation and More with Brett Terpstra - Relay FM Amazon.com: Logitech Bluetooth Multi-Device Keyboard K480 for Computers, Tablets and Smartphones macminicolo: Mac Mini colocation | Mac mini hosting Fibbage | Jackbox Games Fibbage XL on the App Store SketchParty TV | Apple TV Party Game Mobile News Apps | Reuters.com BetterTouchTool, BTT Remote, BetterSnapTool and more – Great Tools For Your Mac By Andreas Hegenberg Looking Back, Looking Ahead—2017 Edition - The Omni Group Best of 2016: Mac apps for nerds - BrettTerpstra.com Best of 2016: Mac creativity - BrettTerpstra.com Best of 2016: Mac productivity - BrettTerpstra.com Marked 2 - Smarter tools for smarter writers Systematic Overtired The Lab - BrettTerpstra.com | Teespring
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Feb 19, 2017 • 1h 30min

365: Maps and More

Katie and David break down what's good and what's bad about the leading map, navigation, and location apps. 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. Gazelle Sell your iPhone for cash at Gazelle! Marketcircle We help small business grow with great Mac, iPhone and iPad apps including Daylight and Billings Pro. Sanebox Stop drowning in email! Links and Show Notes: Katie and David break down what's good and what's bad about the leading map, navigation, and location apps. Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership Silicon Valley - "It's Apple Maps bad" - YouTube iOS - Maps - Apple Google Maps Free Community-based Mapping, Traffic & Navigation App Transit ETA - ETA 2.1 Tips and Tricks komoot – Cycling and Hiking Maps Welcome | Polarsteps - Automatic Travel Tracker Truck Navigation App | CoPilot Truck Glympse En Route on the App Store MAPS.ME (MapsWithMe), detailed offline maps of the World for iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android, Amazon Kindle Fire and BlackBerry Mobile app - Navigon Kenu - Airframe RAM iPhone Mounts Missing Maps - Helping Vulnerable People

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