Logitech just released versions of their MX Master mouse and keyboard aimed directly at the Mac. 9to5 Mac did a generally positive review of the whole set. My Logitech Journey I have always been hesitant to use the Logitech gear because I had a…
Continue reading →Focused 103: Systems and Challenges
On the latest episode of Focused, I’m tweaking my shutdown routine and prepping for my for sabbatical. Mike’s unpacking his hybrid productivity system. And we each have our own productivity challenge to complete. This episode of Focused is sponsored by: Drafts: Where text starts. Try it…
Listen & read notes →Mac Power Users 543: A Developer’s Summer, with _David Smith
This week on Mac Power Users, Underscore David Smith joins the show to talk about what life as a developer is like between WWDC and the fall, when new versions of Apple’s operating system ship. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by:…
Listen & read notes →Introducing More Power Users
Starting today, Stephen and I are premiering even more Mac Power Users. For all Relay FM Members that directly support Mac Power Users, we are upping the member benefits. There is now a specially dedicated feed for MPU members that includes ad-free episodes, as…
Listen & read notes →Automators 53: WWDC 2020 Automation News
On the this week’s episode of Automators, Rosemary and I bring you all of the automation news from Apple’s 2020 Developer Conference. This episode of Automators is sponsored by: The Uptake, from Microsoft: A new show on all things tech and community from Microsoft. DEVONthink: Get…
Listen & read notes →The iPhone Sans Charger Debate
The Internet has been losing its mind the last several days over a rumor that Apple will ship the next iPhone without a charger or cable. The argument for is, of course, that you need a charger and a cable if you want to…
Continue reading →Work Smarter, Not Harder with TextExpander (Sponsor)
I love it when tools I use every day want to sponsor MacSparky.com. A case in point is this week’s sponsor, TextExpander. I use that application every day. I am currently working on a complicated transaction where we have a pile of exhibits, all…
Continue reading →More Apple Stores Closing During Pandemic
As COVIC-19 comes roaring back, Apple is closing Apple stores in multiple states (including my home state, California). All of the work Apple has done to improve the online Apple Store experience over the last few years is paying off for them. Thus far,…
Continue reading →The Paperless Field Guide Second Edition Is In Production
I am currently hard at work on an all-new second edition of the Paperless Field Guide. I am already deep in production and pleased with how it is coming out. While the curriculum is pretty thorough, it isn’t in stone just yet. If you’ve…
Continue reading →Mac Power Users 542: Beta Tales
It’s beta season, and on the latest episode of Mac Power Users, Stephen and I have reported for duty with reports of new features and general thoughts on macOS Big Sur, iOS and iPadOS 14, as well as watchOS 7. Plus, a brief announcement…
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