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Learn about getting the most from your Apple technology with focused topics and workflow guests. Creating Mac Power Users since 2009, one conversation at a time. Hosted by David Sparks and Stephen Hackett.
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John Soliman returns to the show to detail his journey with Apple silicon, share his work on Pixar's "Win or Lose," and discuss video transcoding. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU. Google Gemini: Supercharge your creativity and productivity. Indeed: …
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Matt Gemmell is a writer of thriller, horror, and suspense novels. The iPad Pro has served as his primary computer for the past 8 years. You can hear about those experiences on episodes 40 and 139 of this podcast. He recently decided to make the switch back to the Mac as his primary computer. In this episode, we discuss what made him rethink his co…
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Stephen and David talk about failed purchase migrations, talk more about notifications, experience the power of old-school blogging, and discuss something new in the Sparks driveway. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Google Gemini: Supercharge your creativity and productivity. Ecamm: Powerful…
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Michael Hyatt returns to talk with Stephen and David about the various tools in ChatGPT, including the ability to build custom GPTs. Michael also shares some of his other favorite AI-powered tools and some of his concerns about the future of AI. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Squarespace: …
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Tapestry is a new app by the Iconfactory that combines posts from your favorite social media services like Bluesky, Mastodon, Tumblr and others with RSS feeds, podcasts, YouTube channels and more. All of your content presented in chronological order, with no algorithm deciding what you should or shouldn't see. Ged Maheux is the co-founder of the Ic…
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🚨 Breaking News: On this episode, David and Stephen dive into Apple's vast sea of notification settings. They also cover best practices and where Apple has gotten things wrong. Open this alert to hear more! 🚨 This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Ecamm: Powerful live streaming platform for Mac. Get one month free. 1Password: Never forget…
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Stephen and David have been using Apple's AI features since they showed up in betas last year. Today, they share their findings and talk about what's worth your time — and what's not — when it comes to Apple Intelligence. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code…
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Matt Evans is a technology enthusiast that is soon launching a new monthly tech news podcast entitled Ctrl Cmd Tech. In this episode, we discuss how he uses his 13” M2 iPad Air including how he uses SuperList, GoodNotes, Affinity Photo, Google Docs, and much more. Early episodes with chapter markers are available by supporting the podcast at www.pa…
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David has updated the Productivity Field Guide for 2025. This week, he and Stephen discuss what's new in the course, what changes he has made to his various production workflows, and more. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Ecamm: Powerful live streaming platform for Mac. Get one month free. J…
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Our iPhones are always with us, making the Home Screen very valuable real estate in our lives. This week, the guys share their home screens and Focus modes and how their devices help keep them on track. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a websi…
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Riley Hill is back on the podcast to discuss how our iPad workflows changed in 2024 and what we are looking forward to in 2025 for the iPad. Early episodes with chapter markers are available by supporting the podcast at www.patreon.com/ipadpros. Early episodes are also now available in Apple Podcasts! Show notes are available at www.iPadPros.net. F…
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In this feedback episode, the guys discuss AI-powered dictation solutions, the safety features built into many Apple products, and some listener feedback. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Ecamm: Powerful live streaming platform for Mac. Get one month free. Indeed: Join more than 3.5 million businesses worldwide using Indeed to hire …
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With the new year here, David and Stephen discuss the task managers they tried in 2024, and what they are currently using to get things done at work and beyond. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU. 1Password: Never forget a password again. Links and Sho…
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Thank you for listening to iPad Pros in 2024! We have a great lineup of guests shaping up already for 2025. In this special holiday episode, Matt Birchler and Tim Chaten deliberate on an iPod tier list. A live to YouTube version is also available: https://www.youtube.com/live/bdKtlHOeBYk Early episodes with chapter markers are available by supporti…
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Subtitle: An MPU Holiday Special The guys reflect on their college Macs and how influential they would end up being on each of them. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Links and Show Notes: Sign up for the MPU email newsletter and join the MPU forums. More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with re…
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Stephen and David reflect on some of the hardware and software that served them well over the last year. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Zocdoc: Find the right doctor, right now with Zocdoc. Sign up for free. NetSuite: The leading integrated cloud business software suite. 1Password: Never forget a password again. Links and Show Not…
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Sigmund Judge began his Apple TV coverage in 2015, and has gone on to cover Apple, tvOS, and Apple Originals across video, written articles, and podcasts. Inspired by storytellers and innovators, Sigmund is also the co-host of Magic Rays of Light, a weekly podcast exploring the diverse world of Apple TV. In this episode, we discuss his Apple TV Go …
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Many people have more PDFs and files than they'd like. This week, David and Stephen explore two great applications that make managing files more straightforward and efficient. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Links and Show Notes: Sign up for the MPU email newsletter and join the MPU forums.…
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It's that time of year again: when relatives come to the family get-together armed with tech questions. On this episode, David and Stephen tackle some of the most common issues asked around the dinner table. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: NetSuite: The leading integrated cloud business software suite. Squarespace: Save 10% off you…
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Matthew Cassinelli is back for our annual update on Shortcuts! This year we also dive into app intents that will power Apple Intelligence in 2025. Early episodes with chapter markers are available by supporting the podcast at www.patreon.com/ipadpros. Early episodes are also now available in Apple Podcasts! Show notes are available at www.iPadPros.…
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Subtitle: Mac, Vision Pro, Apple TV, iCloud & Services Stephen and David make it through the rest of Apple's platforms this week, including a speed round of the company's entertainment portfolio. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU. Ecamm: Powerful live…
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Subtitle: iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, & Audio Products This week, Stephen and David start their annual tour through Apple's products, talking about hardware and software, and their feelings about both. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. NetSuite: The leading integrated cloud business software s…
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Riley Hill from SlatePad.org is back to discuss the Kindle Colorsoft and Final Cut Pro 2.1. Early episodes with chapter markers are available by supporting the podcast at www.patreon.com/ipadpros. Early episodes are also now available in Apple Podcasts! Show notes are available at www.iPadPros.net. Feedback is welcomed at [email protected].…
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On this feedback episode, David and Stephen talk about the M4 family of Macs, their RSS setups, and recent updates to some of their favorite apps. Then they discuss some listener feedback and their home networks. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase …
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Stephen is back from his sabbatical and joins David just in time for some holiday shopping. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: NetSuite: The leading integrated cloud business software suite. 1Password: Never forget a password again. Links and Show Notes: Sign up for the MPU email newsletter and join the MPU forums. Since recording, it…
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Riley Hill is back on the podcast to discuss the iPad mini with A17 Pro and iPadOS 18.2. We also touch on a few other topics like Pixelmator being acquired by Apple and the Kindle Color. Early episodes with chapter markers are available by supporting the podcast at www.patreon.com/ipadpros. Early episodes are also now available in Apple Podcasts! S…
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This week Vision Pro power user Alex Cox explains how it's going using the Apple Vision Pro to get work done. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU. Ecamm: Powerful live streaming platform for Mac. Get one month free. Guest Starring: Alex Cox Links and Sh…
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Author Chris Bailey joins to discuss his simple tech stack and interesting automation to tie it all together. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: NetSuite: The leading integrated cloud business software suite. 1Password: So much more than a password manager. Save 20% off your plan. Guest Starring: Chris Bailey Links and Show Notes: Aut…
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Glen Southern runs SouthernGFX, a small Cheshire-based studio specialising in character and creature design, which creates assets for TV and film. Clients include SKY, Wacom and Oculus Medium and the studio has an impressive project list that features 3D models for Game of Thrones' house sigils. He's been using and training ZBrush for over 15 years…
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Educator and Apple Enthusiast Barrett Mosbacker joins to share his favorite apps and workflows and discuss how Apple is doing in education. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU. 1Password: So much more than a password manager. Save 20% off your plan. Gue…
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Stephen Millard joins to talk about some of his favorite Mac Apps and the role of automation. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: NetSuite: The leading integrated cloud business software suite. Indeed: Join more than 3.5 million businesses worldwide using Indeed to hire great talent fast. 1Password: Productivity and Security. Guest Sta…
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Riley Hill from SlatePad.org is back on the podcast to discuss iPadOS 18 plus a few fun tangents along the way. Early episodes with chapter markers are available by supporting the podcast at www.patreon.com/ipadpros. Early episodes are also now available in Apple Podcasts! Show notes are available at www.iPadPros.net. Feedback is welcomed at iPadPr…
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Glenn Fleishman, freelance journalist, book author, editor, and comics and type historian, joins to share what he's up to and some of his favorite workflows. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU. Ecamm: Powerful live streaming platform for Mac. Get one m…
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Stephen and David talk about Apple's new hardware, then take a tour of macOS Sequoia, iOS and iPadOS 18, and watchOS 11. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Sanebox: Stop drowning in email! Things: The award-winning to-do app. Ready for iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia. Download a free trial for your Mac. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first p…
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Rebecca Owen is the developer of Chronicling. In this episode, we discuss how she uses the iPad and dive deep into her app. Early episodes with chapter markers are available by supporting the podcast at www.patreon.com/ipadpros. Early episodes are also now available in Apple Podcasts! Show notes are available at www.iPadPros.net. Feedback is welcom…
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William Gallagher, a British television writer and educator joins David to share his favorite Mac hardware and workflows. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. NetSuite: The leading integrated cloud business software suite. Backblaze: Unlimited cloud backup for macOS and Windows. Try it for free …
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Apple's September event brought new iPhones, updated AirPods, and a revised Apple Watch line. Stephen and David sort through the news and share their thoughts. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Ecamm: Powerful live streaming platform for Mac. Get one month free. Backblaze: Unlimited cloud bac…
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Matt and Tim discuss Apple’s September 2024 event. A live to YouTube version of the podcast is also available! Check the links below to watch. Early episodes with chapter markers are available by supporting the podcast at www.patreon.com/ipadpros. Early episodes are also now available in Apple Podcasts! Show notes are available at www.iPadPros.net.…
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