Right now, Apple’s Private Cloud Compute model is uniquely available to Shortcuts users. In this example, I show how to parse a meeting transcript to find tasks assigned to me and then automatically add them to Reminders using Private Cloud Compute.
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The Lab Report for December 5, 2025
In this week’s episode: John Giannandrea’s departure, and the 2025 App Store Awards are in. I also share the video I made about my Hollyland Lavalier mic, and Apple’s newest Holiday film, Critter Carol, is my media recommendation.
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Dictation Series 02 – Wispr Flow
For part two of the dictation series in the MacSparky Labs, I wanted to cover an intermediate tool that gives you more power than the built-in Apple solution but without overwhelming you. I looked at a lot of tools and settled on Wispr Flow, which I think is an excellent option.
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The Lab Report for November 28, 2025
In this week’s episode: Happy Thanksgiving to all my US listeners and Labs members! I go over a few bit of news and rumors, plus a classic Apple TV video recommendation.
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Sparky’s Updated Setup Workflow
My workflow for creating setups, where your Mac automatically configures itself for a specific type of work, has changed. In this video I explain why I like setups and how I’m currently engaging them using Moom, Keyboard Maestro, and my Stream Deck.
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2025 Q4 Q&A with Sparky
It’s time again for Sparky’s quarterly Q&A. Thanks to everyone who sent in questions. This one has questions including Apple Products, Productivity & Workflows, Content Creation, Businesses & Career, personal questions, and, of course, what’s currently in MacSparky’s shop.
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The Lab Report for November 21, 2025
The Lab Report is my weekly podcast exclusively for the MacSparky Labs members.
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Deep Dive • Myth-Busting Focus Modes
In this deep dive, we look deeper into Focus Modes and bust some myths holding people back. This truly is one of the most transformative features Apple offers, and I think everybody should take advantage of it.… This is a post for the MacSparky Labs Pathfinder members. Care to join? If you’re already a member, you can log in here.
Enabling Hypertension Notifications
Now that your Series 9 or newer Apple Watch can help you detect hypertension, why haven’t you turned it on yet? In this video, I explain the new feature and how to set it up.… This is a post for the MacSparky Labs Pathfinder and Insider members. Care to join? If you’re already a member, you can log in here.
Dictation Series – Apple Solutions
I’ve had a lot of questions about how to best use dictation as this technology has improved so much in the last few years. So I’m making a video series covering it, from basic to advanced. Today I’m covering the Apple solutions, which are way better than you may remember.
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