As we approach the end of the year, Mike and I check in on our own focus journeys on the latest episode of Focused. Also, I have a secret life as a Jedi, and Mike is using coffee to hack focus. This episode of Focused is…
Listen & read notes →MPU 514: Apple is Listening — The 2019 Mac Pro, with Thomas Grove Carter
Speaking of the new Mac Pro, we are releasing this week’s episode of Mac Power Users early. We were fortunate to interview Thomas Grove Carter, a video editor who has been using Final Cut Pro X on the 2019 Mac Pro with the Pro…
Continue reading →Hello, New Mac Pro
The New Mac Pro is now available for sale, and it’s a beast. I think it’s prettier on the inside than the outside. Granted, this computer is for a tiny population of power users (I am not one of them), but I’m thrilled that Apple…
Continue reading →Goodbye, Old Mac Pro
I really enjoyed Stephen Hackett’s latest video tribute to the last generation Mac Pro.
Continue reading →Mac Power Users 513: Catalyst Apps on the Mac, with John Voorhees
John Voorhees joins us on the latest episode of Mac Power Users to talk about Mac Catalyst, which allows for iPad apps to be developed for macOS. We review some early examples and talk about the technology and what it could mean for the…
Listen & read notes →SaneBox, The Email Tool That Works Everywhere (Sponsor)
This week MacSparky was sponsored by SaneBox, the email service that can help you get control of your inbox. For a lot of folks, email is a constant pain, and it doesn’t need to be. With SaneBox, you add a powerful set of email tools…
Continue reading →Black Ink 2.0
If crosswords are your diversion of choice, Daniel Jalkut’s Red Sweater Software just released a new version of Black Ink. I love that Daniel has been able to make a go of a crossword app for so many years.
Continue reading →Automators 38: Simon Leeb and Pushcut
App developer Simon Leeb joins Rosemary and me on the latest episode of Automators to talk about his journey that turned into building the automation app Pushcut. We also stray into the world of iBeacon and automation. This episode of Automators is sponsored by: PDFpen, from…
Listen & read notes →The Focused 2020 Wall Calendar Still Available
Speaking of December, it’s not too late to get yourself the 2020 Focused Wall calendar. Mine is shipping to me right now and I can’t wait to get it hung in my studio.
Listen & read notes →The Official MacSparky Yule Playlist
It is hard to believe December is already upon us. I’ve been refining my jazz holiday Apple Music playlist, appropriately called “Yule”. If you want some holiday cheer and you subscribe to Apple Music, here you go. In my opinion, this playlist is best…
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