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5/15/2013

Maccast 2013.05.15

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 444. Subscription based AppleCare? Some interesting iPhone reports. AT&T is now offering iPhone 5 in the US. Ups and downs at Pegatron. Streaming "iRadio" service stalled. Your iPad could kill you. iPhone 5S. Image editing alternatives to Photoshop. iMovie adding double frames. Fix for slow SSD boot times. Removing software. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Squarespace - Go to...
5/7/2013

Maccast 2013.05.07

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 443. More Flash storage options for iMacs. Debate over Apple OS delays. Small iOS update for iPhone 5. Low-cost iPhone, not so low? Google Glass SMS and Map support coming for iOS owners. Will iPad mini see a Retina display this year? Clarification on tablet shipment numbers. More accurate Apple Maps. Be careful upgrading Transporter drives. Troubleshooting iOS Wi-Fi issues. Quickly dismiss banner notifications. Want...
5/1/2013

Maccast 2013.05.01

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 442. Apple's latest quarterly results. iPhone 5 Retina screen has met it's match. WWDC the hottest ticket in tech. Macbook's share growing, more coming. What's coming in iOS 7 and OS X 10.9? iPad competition rising. iTunes tops in Video on Demand. Odd bug truncates iMessages. Other tips on Finder column widths. Keeping RAW out of Photostream. Unmounting drives before disconnecting. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast...
4/22/2013

Maccast 2013.04.22

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 441. Continued iPhone 5-next speculation. More speculation on next gen iPad. Are iOS device sales dropping rapidly? Apple sells less, but makes more. Apple keeps Siri data for 2 years. Interview with Mark Salata of Werkz Publishing. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Smile - PDFpen 6 and PDFpen Pro 6 available now, smilesoftware.com Sharefile by Citrix - Try it FREE for 30 days....
4/16/2013

Maccast 2013.04.16

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 440. New Macs will have Gigabit Wi-Fi. PC (and Mac) sales continue to slide. Maybe? More word Apple's dropping Samsung. Apple may add more Yahoo! Apple to slim down next iPad. Apple trade-ins boost India iPhone sales. Apple's "iRadio" edges closer to being. Fingerprint scanner delays iPhone 5S. T-Mobile says initial iPhone 5 sales are "gangbusters". Apple replacing some Apple TV 3s. A bunch of software updates. First...
4/9/2013

Maccast 2013.04.09

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 439. Apple almost denied US iPad mini trademark. Cook apologizes to China for warranty policy. iOS 7 running late? Apple pulls in OS X devs. iPhone 5S and low-cost iPhone still on the way. New iPads should be here soon, or not. Apple's Q2 results may be mixed. Apple "iTV" may get here this year. Mac Pro still coming? T-Mobile, I get it now. Clarifying what is a "trusted" device. Caution hacking Snow Leopard for iCloud....
4/1/2013

Maccast 2013.04.01

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 438. Ive's influence shows. Two-Factor login added for Apple IDs. Low cost iPhone, may keep good margin. Apple says data centers now on 100 percent renewable energy. Apple looking to bring "Truth" to Maps. iPhone arrives on T-Mobile US soon. Battery issues after iOS 6.1.3 update. Apple drops Samsung for iPad mini displays. Apple Television now 4K, plus other rumors. iTunes more than pays it's bills. Why we are stuck with...
3/26/2013

Maccast 2013.03.26 - Catching up with Scott Johnson

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 437. A special episode of the Maccast with Scott Johnson from Frogpants Studios. Along with running a podcast empire Scoot is also busy planning his awesome Nerdtacular geek fan event and I wanted to find out what kinds of tools and workflows he uses to pull off this kind of event. After that Scott and I got into some of the changes we see going on at Apple and what we think that means to us, for the future Apple, and...
3/20/2013

Maccast 2013.03.20

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 436. Rumors predict A7 chip production. Apple spreading out iPhone assembly. Apple quietly introduces new iMac model. Apple releases 10.8.3 update. Retina iPad mini may come this Fall. Apple international warranties. Mac sales improve with iMac supplies. iOS 6.1.3 and Apple TV 5.2.1 updates. Follow up: Share files between Users. Time Capsule alternatives. Add custom alert sounds to Notification Center. Trusting Apple...
3/13/2013

Maccast 2013.03.13

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 435. What are all those Androids up to? iPhone 5S may get a new touch. New Apple TV may have tweaked A5 processor. Some Retina Macbook Pro owners reporting fan issues. iPad mini maximizing sales. Apple's music service delayed by lowball offer. Apple will remain a major tablet player for a while. Apple continues to secretly improve Maps. Few more iTunes import tricks. "Other" iOS data you don't see. OS X Mail Format tools...
3/6/2013

Maccast 2012.03.06

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 434. Show 434. Apple expands Movies in the Cloud. Another week more Java updates. Panic finds ARM SoC in Lightning adapter. iPhone 5S production may have begun. Edu iMac, not the deal you're looking for. Apple looks to Beats for Music Streaming help? US iOS smartphone share up, Android down. Feedback on Apple's future innovation. Enabling restrictions in iOS. Getting iOS and iCloud working on Snow Leopard. Removing...
2/25/2013

Maccast 2013.02.25

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 433. There is a lot being said in the media these days about the future of Apple and some it is not so positive. Apple's stock has taken a beating and jumps up and down depending on the day and on who is speculating what. So is Apple really doomed? Have they lost their innovative edge? Are they no longer the cool kid on the technology block? David Sparks (MacSparky) and Ken Ray (Mac OS Ken) join me in this episode to...
2/22/2013

Maccast 2013.02.22

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 432. 2013 Retina Macbook Pro Updates. Is the iWatch Apple's next big little thing? Apple hacked. Issues another Java Update. iPhone top seller in Q4 2012. Apple took 20% of 2012 US Consumer Technology Sales Revenue. iTunes 11.0.2 Update. New iOS 6 update addresses Exchange bug. Next iPad mini case images surface. Mac Pro disappears early in Europe. I know 'noop' is short for no-op. What will Time Machine Backup? Reducing...
2/11/2013

Maccast 2013.02.11 - Macworld/iWorld 2013

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 431.A special episode of the Maccast with interviews from the expo floor at Macworld/iWorld 2013. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Circus Ponies NoteBook - The Easy Way to Get Organized on the Mac. Try it FREE for 30 Days. Sharefile by Citrix - Try it FREE for 30 days. Use offer code MACCAST Shownotes in: HTML or OPML Subscribe to the Podcast Feed or Get the MP3 or Enhanced AAC
2/4/2013

Maccast 2013.02.04 - Macworld/iWorld 2013 Live

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 430. A live recording made on the expo floor from Macworld/iWorld 2013. A conversation with show attendees and Maccast listeners about their experiences in the Mac community and at the Macworld/iWorld Expo. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Gazelle - The fast and easy place to get cash for your used iPhone, iPad, and other Apple gadgets Sharefile by Citrix - Try it FREE for 30...
1/28/2013

Maccast 2013.01.28

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 429. Apple's Q1 earnings report. Details leaking on next gen iOS products. Evidence pointing to possible 128 GB iPad 4. New Macs may be Made in California. Apple release iOS 6 update. Sync podcast from iOS to iTunes. What is Time Machine up to? Mysterious Safari:noop. Finding your User profile image. Maccast Live at Macworld/iWorld, free Expo Hall Pass Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our...
1/20/2013

Maccast 2013.01.20

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 428. Sharp 9.7-inch iPad display production "halted". TSMC will make tons of chips, guess for who? Apple sells more iPhones than Samsung does Galaxies. "Math" adds up to 2nd new iPhone? Feedback on Java updates for Apple. Get trial versions of Mac App Store apps. iCloud contact copies doubled up. How to delete your iOS backups from iCloud. Maccast Live at Macworld/iWorld, free Expo Hall Pass Mac Geek Disneyland Day Want...
1/16/2013

Maccast 2013.01.16

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 427. Schiller allegedly denies cheaper iPhone. iMac availability should improve. MacBook Air, EFI Firmware Update 2.6. Predictions on Apple's Q1. More reports of March iPad updates. Adding events to right calendar in iCal. What is this "Other" stuff. Securing Java, what you need to know. Using Dictation. Maccast Live at Macworld/iWorld, free Expo Hall Pass Mac Geek Disneyland Day Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast...
1/8/2013

Maccast 2013.01.08

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 426.Macs to get faster WiFi. iPhone 5S rumors already. Samsung pushed out of AX manufacturing. Apple first quarter 2013 earnings predictions. Mixed directions on Waze buyout. Do Not Disturb should work again. Intel announces next-gen mobile processors. iOS pricing still a big concern for developers. Backups in a Cloud world. Inside the iOS DCIM folder. Maccast Live at Macworld/iWorld, free Expo Hall Pass Mac Geek...
12/31/2012

Maccast 2012.12.31

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 425. Apple working on iWatch. More speculation on next gen iPads. Pre-holiday iPads are most used tablets. US produced Mac may be Mac mini. Is TV next battlefield for Apple and Samsung? Easier saving of Instagram photos. Amazon sells Lightning cables. Why I hound you about backups. Choosing a UPS. USB 3.0 can interfere with wireless signals. Mac Geek Disneyland Day. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special...
12/24/2012

Maccast 2012.12.24

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 424. Apple expands Texas operations. iOS 6 adoption up with Google Maps release. Rivals unite to scoop up Kodak patents. Lightning and 30-pin accessory mash-up mix-up. New Macs don't do Windows iOS 6.0.2 battery drain. Numbers show growth in smartphones and tablets. New iPads already in the works. Saving Instagram Photos. Accessorize your new iOS device. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our...
12/19/2012

Maccast 2012.12.19

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 425. Apple HDTV, maybe someday. Mini set to be most popular iPad. Google Maps for iOS released. Next gen Intel "Haswell" processors. Interest in iPhone rebounds. iTunes 11.0.1 update. Will Intel make Apple designed chips?. iTunes 11 comments and questions. iTunes won't sync. Not authorized. App Store apps don't appear to update. Thoughts on track changes on the iPad. Is more processor GHz worth it? Extract assets out...
12/9/2012

Maccast 2012.12.09

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 424. iTunes Store launches in Russia, Turkey, and Lebanon. Apple denies Pro Audio "decimation". Apple hiring former Texas Instruments chip engineers. iMac upgrades depend on your model. iOS 6.1 beta 3. Some Macs Made in the USA. Track changes now in iOS Pages. iTunes 11 Tips & Tricks. It's not you, it's your extension. App Store update stuck. Change change into iTunes Gift Card. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast...
11/12/2012

Maccast 2012.11.12

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 419. New iPads in the wild. iPhone no longer tops in smartphones. Apple requires accessory makes to meet code of conduct. Is Apple throwing out release schedules. Fusion Drives deliver on performance. Corrections and Errata. Why I dropped my unlimited data. Disassociate iPhone from iMessage. Videos in iTunes Playlists. App syncing woes. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Circus...
11/4/2012

Maccast 2012.11.04

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 418. iPad mini first reviews. iPad mini sales predictions. iOS 6.0.1 update. Androids rise in smartphones. Fusion Drive details emerge. Apple restructures executive team. Copy track info from iTunes. Tablets for content creation. Remove stock iOS apps with PassHack. iTunes Match expired early. Creating DVD disks. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsor: Gazelle - The fast and easy place...
10/28/2012

Maccast 2012.10.28

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 417. Apple's iPad mini announcement. Apple's Q4 2012 results. Apple loses tablet share to Android. Is Apple planing a music streaming service? Apple raises Euro app prices. Emails to PDFs. iOS iTunes crashes when accessing purchases. SSD and TRIM support. Java Preferences are gone. Edu and Government Mac discounts. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Circus Ponies NoteBook - The...
10/21/2012

Maccast 2012.10.21

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 416.iPad Mini Event October 23rd. New new iPad too? New iMacs and MacBook Pros. Retina 13" MacBook Pro. Apple announces earnings soon. Apple extends Seagate iMac hard drive replacement program. New iPods hit the streets. Apple on a acquisition spree. Follow-up Printed Address Book from Contacts. Contact Groups in iOS 6. Hacking iTunes print font. Manually manage iOS device media. iPhone 5 and PowerPC a no go. Want more...
10/13/2012

Maccast 2012.10.13

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 415. New iPods hit the streets. Samsung might get Appled. iOS Maps not impacting iPhone 5 Sales. iPhone 5 continues to be a success. No iPad Mini invites yet. Follow up on audio play-through issue. Move at iCloud.com address back to at Me.com. Tweet from Contacts. Mountain Lion tips with MacSparky. Mail Merge with Pages. Listener Hybrid Hard Drive Review. QuickTip: Right to Left iOS Panos. Want more Maccast? Become a...
10/6/2012

Maccast 2012.10.05

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 413. Apple to use Geniuses to help Map problems. iPad Mini details take shape. Apple tablet market dominance dwindles. Lightning not striking quickly. OS X 10.8.2 Supplemental Update 1.0. LTE coming to the UK in October. Next Gen Macs running custom Apple chips? Why I stuck with AT&T. Troubleshooting iOS 6 Connections. Podcast app woes continue. iMessages to a phone number. De-scuffing your iPhone 5. Mobile Me iCloud...
10/1/2012

Maccast 2012.10.01

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 413. Are we in a "Mapocolypse"? iPhone 5 sales surge forward. iOS Apple TV update. iPhone 5 A6 may vary clock speed. Details on Lightning. iOS 6 Jailbreak months away. Unlock AT&T iPhones with iTunes. Free MobileMe iCloud storage ending. Apple alerts Verizon customers to Wi-Fi fix. Apple search for thinner Mac components. Feedback on Verizon LTE speeds. Helping improve Maps. iTunes Match issue after update. iOS 6 and...
9/23/2012

Maccast 2012.09.23

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 412. iPhone 5 first impressions. Getting Podcasts back in Music app. iPhone 5 launch day interviews. We talk with members of the community to see what they think of Apple's newest member of the iPhone family. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: SquareTrade: Check out the #1 rated warranty for iphones, ipads & more. We cover drops and water damage. People love us. Rated 5 stars...
9/15/2012

Maccast 2012.09.15

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 411.Full coverage of all Apple's latest product announcements. iPhone 5. 5th generation iPod Touch. 7th generation iPod Nano. New EarPods headphones. New iTunes 11. Ping shuts down on September 30th iCloud.com complete and out of BETA. iPhone and iPod announcement impressions with Dave Hamilton (The Mac Observer & Mac Geek Gab), Ewen Rankin (The Mac Show & British Tech Network), and David Sparks (Mac Sparky & Mac Power...
9/11/2012

Maccast 2012.09.11

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 410. A day away from iPhone 5. Mountain Lion reduces battery, fix coming. PC sales down, but Apple sales up. New iMac models soon. Clarifying rounded rects. iPhone vs. Galaxy SIII. Losing iCloud storage space. Straight talk on StraightTalk. Record audio form an iOS app. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsor: Gazelle - The fast and easy place to get cash for your used iPhone, iPad, and...
8/31/2012

Maccast 2012.08.31

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 409.Photo of new iPhone A6 chip. iPad Mini spotted on Instapaper. Rumors of iMac refresh. Apple org chat gets reorganized. Patent war follow-up. Finder list view doesn't sort. Java exploits, Mac users may not worry. Battery swelling a "feature"? Photo stream without iPhoto Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: SquareTrade: Check out the #1 rated warranty for iphones, ipads & more. We...
8/26/2012

Maccast 2012.08.26

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 408. AT&T requires shared data plan for Facetime 3G. September iPhone 5 launch imminent. Two product announcement events likely. Mountain Lion 10.8.1 update. The Apple v Samsung verdict. 13-inch Retina Displays reportedly in production. Selling a machine upgraded to Lion. Time Machine Local Snapshots. Be your own cloud media service. Setting up DHCP reservations. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks...
8/17/2012

Maccast 2012.08.17 - Tres Amigos

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 407. The Three Amigos chat again on all things Apple an iOS. My good friends Victor Cajiao (Typical Mac User) and Ken Ray (Mac OS Ken) are here and we talk iPhone rumors, scary iClouds, Star Trek and more. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Mentioned on this Show Mission Log Podcast Trek Nation Fix-it felix, Jr (iTunes) Thunderbolt to Firewire Adapter Mincraft Pocket (iTunes) Magic 2013 (iTunes) Redshirts (Game)...
8/13/2012

Maccast 2012.08.13

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 406. The Honan Hack. Mountain Lion references new Mac models. Apple and Android still top smartphones. Next gen iPhone internals shape up. Another reason to backup. Mountain Lion feedback. Rolling back to Lion. Separating iPhoto Libraries. Mac streaming media server. Cleaner desktop, faster Mac. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Gazelle - The fast and easy place to get cash for...
8/2/2012

Maccast 2012.08.02

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 405. It's Mountain Lion Palooza time! Next Apple Event September 12th. Mountain Lion breaks download records. Upgrading to Mountain Lion. What's new in Mountain Lion. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Circus Ponies NoteBook - The Easy Way to Get Organized on the Mac. Try it FREE for 30 Days. Weather HD 2 by Vimov - Stunning weather with 3D maps, quick view and multiforecast....
7/24/2012

Maccast 2012.07.24

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 404. Apple's Q3 Earnings call. Mountain Lion set to launch. iPod Touch coming to the Fall party. Small tweak to Thunderbolt Displays. Figuring out upgrades for your Mac. Apple and legacy App support. OS X Proxy Server. iTunes drops from Home Sharing. iPhoto cannot connect to Photostream. Damaged Retinas. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Smile - Text Expander 4 -...
7/14/2012

Maccast 2012.07.14

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 403. Mountain Lion goes gold. New category added to App Store. Small update to iPhoto. Russian developer hacks in-app purchases. Issue booting new Macbook off external. Does upgradeability matter anymore? Using iCloud iCal Sync under Snow Leopard. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Circus Ponies NoteBook - The Easy Way to Get Organized on the Mac. Try it FREE for 30 Days....
7/8/2012

Maccast 2012.07.08

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 402. iMac supply slowing, refresh soon? iOS app updates failure to launch. Russian Trojan app in App Store. Apple threatened with shutdown in Italy. Small iPad still rumored. How we use our tablets. Lost Steve Jobs interview on iTunes. Next iPhone to go quad-core. Apple Stores refusing out of US sales. Podcast app feedback. Taking Apple support to the top. Apple's max RAM, not always "max". Removing iCal "leather" look....
6/30/2012

Maccast 2012.06.30

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 401. iOS 6 Apple TV beta lets you move apps. Ghosts in the Retina Machine. Tweaks to App Store Search Mojo. New Pre-paid iPhones in US. Reno sets stage for Apple facilities. Apple release iOS Podcast app. Apple wins injunction bans Galaxy Tab. Apple hardware chief retires. Apple brand loyalty extends iOS. Mobile Me shuts down. A little Siri Feedback. "Save As…" workaround for Lion. Storage and backup of sensitive data....
6/22/2012

Maccast 2012.06.22

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 400. Podcasts missing from iOS 6. Apple's WWDC sessions available to Developers. New iPhone connector details surface. Apple Store refuses to sell iPad to customer speaking Farsi. Need upgradeability, avoid Retina Mac Pro, rumors of my death… Running new Retina MPB at native resolution. Thoughts on Microsoft Surface. First Look: Monoprice Battery Pack Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our...
6/12/2012

Maccast 2012.06.12 - Three Amigos on WWDC 2012

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 399. It's WWDC week and you know that means it's time for another Three Amigos fiesta. My good friends Victor Cajiao (Typical Shutterbug) and Ken Ray (Mac OS Ken) are with us to share their thoughts on the new Macbook Pro, iOS 6, OS X Mountain Lion, the non-update to the Mac Pro line and more. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Circus Ponies NoteBook - The Easy Way to Get...
6/3/2012

Maccast 2012.06.03 - Siri's Past

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 398. We are lucky at the Maccast because we have an amazing community that can contribute some great history and insight into the evolution of technology and Apple products. This week share an interview I had with Nat Bletter (Madre Chocolate) who was at the Standford Research Institute (SRI) in the early days before the spun off Nuance and the technology for Siri. We talk about a number of interesting technologies like...
5/28/2012

Maccast 2012.05.28

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 397. New Foxconn plant in China. New Apple Stores. Apple and Samsung agree to disagree. Apple releases 2nd GSM iPhone 4 5.1.1 update. New iPad now 2nd most popular in US. Siri, love her or hate her? More evidence of new Macs in June. Facebook hires ex-Apple folk. Sir Jonathan Ive not leaving Apple. Apple's North Carolina data center gets greener. 4-inch iPhone Screen seems inevitable. iTunes: Find Exact Duplicates....
5/15/2012

Maccast 2012.05.15

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 396. Mac OS 10.7.4 update. Apple TV 5.0.1 update. Apple minimizes iPad+4G branding. New Macs getting lots of rumor love. iOS 6 prepares for debut. Hope holds for 7" iPad. App for creating iOS group email. More on syncing deleted podcasts to iTunes. Tips of going Paperless (iTunes) from MacSparky. Cleaning duplicate files. Keep .Me email after iCloud. Controlling Mac Internet access Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast...
5/9/2012

Maccast 2012.05.09

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 395. Rumors of new Macs 'n stuff. Apple gearing up for iPhone 5. iOS updated to 5.1.1. New iPad on sale in 30 more countries. T-Mobile becoming more iPhone Friendly. Rumored June release of OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion. Apple reveals banner alerts for iCloud.com. Clarification on NVIDIA GPU warranty repairs. Using iOS shortcut for sending group email. Converting lapsed MobileMe to iCloud. Sharing hotel wireless access. Delete...
4/29/2012

Maccast 2012.04.29

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 394. Apple rocks it's Q2 earnings call. WWDC dates and set, but ticket issues abound. Apple building and expansion roundup. iPad gateway to Apple for many. Apple working deal with EPIX. Mixed Applecare experiences. More Mission Control tips. Mailing to a Group in iOS. iTunes Music Match streaming, not "streaming". Retrieve photos from Mobile Me Gallery. Unlocked iPhone on T-Mobile. Add Movies to iTunes without autoplay....
4/23/2012

Maccast 2012.04.23

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 393. Apple expanding workforce in Cork. Apple moves forward on Oregon data center. Apple tells Aussies they don't know 4G. Apple in Store local iCloud backup. Apple has best performing retail space in the US. Apple worst in security for 1st Quarter. Apple offering free Snow Leopard upgrades. Customer wins over MacBook Pro GPU issue. The build up to Apple's Q2 results. iPhone 5 rumors gain steam. More on my iPhone unlock...
4/15/2012

Maccast 2012.04.15

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 392. Apple update expunges Flashback. Designer Starck's "revolutionary" new project with Apple. iCloud push email still blocked in Germany. Apple improving iTunes account security. Apple sneaks new A5 into the iPad 2. Apple 3rd in US PC Shipments. DOJ files antitrust lawsuit against Apple. New Mac spec rumors heat up. Accessing PhotoStream from the Finder. My AT&T iPhone unlocking experience. Disable iPhone Bluetooth...
4/7/2012

Maccast 2012.04.07

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 391. New Trojan uses Java flaw to target the Mac. Universal added to iTunes Cloud. New MacBook Pros and iMacs in June. AT&T will unlock off contract phone. Siri is a busy lady. iPhone sales up among teens. A look at iCloud Data Privacy. What's next for iOS and iDevices. How to share iTunes purchases. Perspective on new iPad issues. Managing Photo Metadata on iOS. Renaming Finder Items. OS X Lion auto reboot after...
3/30/2012

Maccast 2012.03.30 - 1080p Mac Home Theater

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 390. When Apple announced the new iPad and Apple TV a big part of that was support for 1080p video. In the past I've done episodes with Ara Derderian (HTGuys.com) on how to build Apple based home theater set-ups, but since Apple only supported 720p that has always been the focus. Now that 1080p is here Ara and I chat with Dean Dauger (Dauger Research) about his 1080p based Mac Home Theater set-up. Want more Maccast?...
3/25/2012

Maccast 2012.03.25

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 389. iPads after launch. The next iPhone. New Macbooks. Webkit URL addressbar spoofing exploit. Where do you buy your phone? New Apple TV UI rejected by Jobs. Apple plans new Austin campus. iOS 5.1 breaks podcast chapters. Troubleshooting Wi-Fi issues. Extract image from PDF in iOS. Elgato Thunderbolt SSD review. iCloud and Apple IDs still confusing. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our...
3/18/2012

Maccast 2012.03.18

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 388. Impressions of the new iPad from me and a couple of friends. Katie Floyd (Mac Power Users), Allison Sheridan (Nosillacast), Victor Cajiao (Typical Mac User), Jeff Gamet (The Mac Observer), and myself share our thoughts on Apple's latest device. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Circus Ponies NoteBook - The Easy Way to Get Organized on the Mac. Try it FREE for 30 Days. Links...
3/12/2012

Maccast 2012.03.12

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 387. The new iPad. New Apple TV. iOS 5.1. iTunes 10.6. iOS iLife Apps updated. Configurator App. Apple discontinues iWork.com. Safari 5.1.4 Update. IMAP Drafts hanging around. iPad Bluetooth Keyboard shortcuts. Apple response to customer on supplier responsibility Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Faronics Deep Freeze Gazelle - THE place to get cash for your used gadgets....
3/1/2012

Maccast 2012.03.01 - Three Amigos

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 386. Another of my Three Amigos episodes with my good friends Victor Cajiao (Typical Mac User) and Ken Ray (Mac OS Ken). We share our thoughts on Apple's upcoming iPad 3 event next week, possible Apple TV 3, rumors of new mac Pros, balancing dogs, and so much more. Mentioned in this show Typical Mac User (Victor Cajiao) Mac OS Ken (Ken Ray) Understanding iOS Privacy (David Smith) thiswildidea (Instagram) Thunderbolt...
2/27/2012

Maccast 2012.02.26

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 386. Apple pushes sandboxing deadline. New Apple data center in OR. Apple may go with smaller dock. Apple's multiple mobile processors. AT&T pays for throttling. iOS tops in mobile ads. Apple buys Chomp. Not really that "salty". Enable Do Not Track in Safari. Automator with Ben Waldie. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Smile - Disc Label smilesoftware.com. Audible.com – Get your...
2/20/2012

Maccast 2012.02.20

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 385. OS X Mountain Lion. Messages on OS X. Apple TV rumors continue. Antennagate settlement. iPad 3 rumor updates. Apple's green data center. Extracting photo from Contact app. Sandboxing coming, but broken. Path contacts controversy shouldn't have happened. Your privacy in the Clouds. iTunes Match mismatch. Replacing Keychain syncing. Virtual Keyboard hidden keys. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special...
2/11/2012

Maccast 2012.02.11

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 384. iPhone continues to be a leader. Best Buy survey speculates at Apple TV. Feeling throttled by AT&T. Safari, something's different. 2012 year of larger Macbook Airs? White Macbook Pro truly EOL. EFI Firmware updates. Hints of iPad 3. Perspective on Apple in China. Save photo from Contacts in iOS. Improving iTunes to DVD quality. OS X Lion disappearing cursor. Airplay not playing nice. Mac's iTunes in the iCloud...
2/1/2012

Maccast 2012.02.01 - Macworld|iWorld 2012, part 2

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 383. The second part of my coverage from Macworld|iWorld 2012 which took place in San Francisco at Moscone Center West. In this episode: TourWrist iBallz Jot (Adonit) Other World Computing Western Digital Blue Microphones Nomadbrush The Omni Group Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Subscribe to the Podcast Feed or Get the MP3 or Enhanced AAC
1/30/2012

Maccast 2012.01.30 - Macworld|iWorld 2012, part 1

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 382. The first part of my coverage from Macworld|iWorld 2012 which took place in San Francisco at Moscone Center West. In this episode: Nivio Seagate OlloClip CloudFTP (Hypershop) PDFPen for iPad (Smile) iStopMotion for iPad (Boinx) TabletTail (Octa) Dolly Drive Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Circus Ponies NoteBook - The Easy Way to Get Organized on the Mac. Try it FREE for 30...
1/26/2012

Maccast 2012.01.25

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 381. Apple's education event. Apple's 1st quarter 2012 results. Interview with computer historian David Greelish about his interview with John Sculley. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Smile - Disc Label smilesoftware.com. Links Classic Computing Blog John Sculley Interview (MacObserver) Subscribe to the Podcast Feed or Get the MP3 or Enhanced AAC
1/16/2012

Maccast 2012.01.16

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 380. Fifth OS X Beta seeded to devs. With iPad Apple could be largest PC maker. Latest on the iPad 3. Target to get Apple Store in Stores. Using Photostream to find lost iPad. Apple NYC Education event. Apple total media domination. Replacing iDisk. Mail attachment and Outlook issues. Windows on the iPad. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Circus Ponies NoteBook - The Easy Way to...
1/10/2012

Maccast 2012.01.10

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 379. Apple quarterly results call scheduled. Continuing the March to iPad 3. Cash in the Flash. TV industry "petrified" about the iTV. iOS edited photos lose resolution. Apple TV 2 Jailbreak. Mac OS X, troubleshooting the stuff you can't see. Managing iOS storage. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Faronics Deep Freeze Gazelle - THE place to get cash for your used gadgets....
12/30/2011

Maccast 2011.12.30

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 378. Apple iTV rumors tune in. New Intel chip to sprout in Spring. iPhone 5 Fall 2012. iPad 3 rumors continue to spill. iPhone 4S helps Apple gain US marketshare. Anyone with zero paid apps? Didn't know my apps were dirty. Managing iOS iTunes Match content. Global iTunes 3rd party keyboard controls. Current apps and a retina iPad. Exporting iTunes metadata. Fix for Mail/Exchange eating RAM. Want more Maccast? Become a...
12/23/2011

Maccast 2011.12.23 - Blu-ray and Mac Home Theater

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. A special episode of the Maccast. Ara Dererian of the HDTV Podcast is back and helps us follow up on how you can take your Blu-ray disks and get them into your Mac Home Theater set-up. Links: MakeMKV Handbrake MetaZ Other World Computing (External Blu-ray Drive) Subscribe to the Podcast Feed or Get the MP3 or Enhanced AAC
12/18/2011

Maccast 2011.12.18

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 377. iTunes 10.5.2 is out. iPhones and iPads may get dasBoot in Germany. Apple hires iOS mockup designer. Guess what? iPad 3 retina screen. iPhone, iPad demand better than predicted. Apple move in Israel. iTunes Match gone global. Apple TV and iPhone 4S updates. Apple's A5 Made in the USA. iMessages gone bad. Running an external iTunes Music folder. iTunes Match and NAS. Changing Airport DNS settings. Controlling iTunes...
12/10/2011

Maccast 2011.12.10

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 376. In this episode I am joined by TUAW blogger and all around great Mac gal Kelly Guimont. She helps me cover some of the latest Mac stories of the week including: Carrier IQ, Web OS going open source maybe some new hardware at some point, Apple potentially selling 30M iPhones in Q4 and 2M iPhone 3GS's, AT&T data throttling unlimited customers, iPad 3 rumors, 15" Macbook Air rumors, and the "real" Apple TV rumors.If...
12/6/2011

Maccast 2011.12.06 - Mac Home Theater

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. A special episode of the Maccast where we catch up with Ara Dererian of the HDTV Podcast. It's been a while since we chatted with Ara and his Mac Mini based Mac Home Theater set up has evolved. Now the system is Apple TV 2 based on the client side, so we'll get an update on that and discuss how he makes all this stuff work. Links: HDTV Podcast Apple TV 2 Mac Mini Handbrake Subscribe to the Podcast Feed or Get the MP3 or...
11/30/2011

Maccast 2011.11.30

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 375. In this end of November edition of the Maccast I decided to take a break from the hectic pre-holiday schedule and just hang out with fellow Mac Geek David Sparks (Mac Power Users). David and I sat down and talked about iCloud, specifically Documents in the Cloud, iTunes Music Match, and some of our favorite Apple accessories along with some of the current news highlight of the week. It was a lot of fun and I hope...
11/20/2011

Maccast 2011.11.20

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 374. More evidence of unified iOS messaging. Final Cut X 10.0.2 Update. Mac market share continues to rise. iPad tops kids holiday wishlists. Let the iPad 3 rumors begin continue. A 15" Macbook Air in 2012. Thoughts on iTunes Match. The idea of sharing libraries. Documents in the Cloud iWork mess. Saving off iPhone data. Missing 'tab' in iOS pages. Experience with Photostream. Special thanks to our sponsors: Circus...
11/9/2011

Maccast 2011.11.09

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 373. iOS 5 has hidden panorama feature. Miller hacks app into App store. iOS 5 adoption is quick. Apple launches Adapter replacement program. Apple updates Java for OS X. Waiting for Siri on your old device? Don't. Apple rolls out EasyPay to retail. Reducing camera blur on iPhone 4S/iOS 5. Issues with Wi-Fi iTunes Sync. Auto connecting to the wrong Wi-fi. Managing the iCloud Photo Stream. Keyboard cheetsheets for special...
11/2/2011

Maccast 2011.11.02

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 372. Apple acquires another mapping company. Order online and pick up in store. iPhone 4S expands globally and domestically. Garagband now on iPhones and iPods. iMessage coming to OS X. Death of the Mac Pro Soon. Maccast One Minute Tip: Aliases. What's the deal with the iPad Music app? iCloud and Sharing Contacts and Calendars. iPhone 4S issues and fixes. Syncing a 1st Gen iPod. Wi-Fi Syncing iOS devices. Migrating...
10/25/2011

Maccast 2011.10.25

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 371. This episode features a conversation with friend and fellow podcaster David Sparks. I recently did a talk at the Mac Computer Expo titled, iPad, Beyond Web and Email and David just released his new book, iPad at Work. Many of you have asked if I could go over my MCE presentation and discuss some of the tips, tricks, apps, and workflows for using your iPad to do more stuff. Since David literally wrote the book on...
10/17/2011

Maccast 2011.10.17

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 370. iPhone 4S demand and margins high. iPhone 4S, the unworldly "world phone". Apple's investment in processors. A5 Powered Apple TV. Impressions of iOS 5. Apple's new iOS apps. iPhoto '11 9.2 update. Impressions of the iPhone 4S. iTunes trouble with Firewall. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Gazelle - THE place to get cash for your used gadgets. Circus Ponies NoteBook - The...
10/13/2011

Maccast 2011.10.13 - MCE 2011: iFuture Continued

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. A special episode of the Maccast recorded live at the Mac Computer Expo 2011 in Petaluma, California where I moderated the keynote presentation. This year we continued on last years theme and presented "iFuture Continued". I was joined by Jason Snell (Macworld), David Sparks (Mac Power Users), Jean MacDonald (Smile), and Jeff Gamet (Mac Observer) where we attempted once again to predict what the future of Apple may be....
10/6/2011

Maccast 2011.09.05

A personal note: This show was recorded just a day prior to the announcement of Steve Jobs death. I was extremely sadden to hear the news and debated on what to do about this episode. In the end I decided to release it as is with a special introduction. I think the best way to honor Steve and his legacy is to continue to use the amazing things he gave use to make our dent in the universe. The Maccast may be more like a ding, but I plan to continue to do just that. Thank you Steve, we miss...
9/30/2011

Maccast 2011.09.30 - Why I'm an Apple User

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 368. The follow-up episode to the one where I asked members of the tech, podcasting, and Mac community to share with me their stories of why they are Apple users. In this episode we hear from you, the members of the Maccast community. This episode is an amazing vignette of shared experiences and personal tales answering the simple question, "Why are you an Apple user"? Enjoy. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member....
9/25/2011

Maccast 2011.09.25

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 367. Thunderbolt Displays are here. Final Cut Pro X, now with more Pro. When are we getting an new iPhone already? iPhone 5 shortage, blame the bubble. PDF Trojan targets Macs. Apple set to lead holiday tablet sales. The confusing side of simple names. Reviewing Arne's backup strategy. Address Book sync with iPod Touch. Lion tap to look up dictionary trick. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to...
9/18/2011

Maccast 2011.09.18

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 366. EFI Firmware updates. New Macbook Pros this month? Airport Express update soon. iPad 2 still dominates tablets. iPhone 5/4s rumor roundup. iMessage coming to iChat. More on why Apple's upset with Samsung. Cleanliness is next to Jobsliness. What's in a name? For Apple, a lot. Cross platform external drives in Lion. Mission Control tricks. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors:...
9/8/2011

Maccast 2011.09.08

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 365. Apple's beef with Samsung. Apple resurrects FinalCut Studio. iPhone 5 announcement soon? Wafer thin iPad 3 possible. iCloud looming. Thunderbolt ready to strike. Moving files in OS X Snow Leopard. Apple execs as Beatles. Symbolic links to solve Dropbox folder issues. Unix, the other OS X. Automator apps stop working in Lion. Quicklook plug-ins. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our...
8/31/2011

Maccast 2011.08.31

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 364. With all the speculation about the future of Apple and longevity of the products going forward without Steve at the helm, I wanted to take a different perspective. Can we gain a deeper perspective on Apple and it's future by looking inward and to it's past? I asked simple question to 11 Apple journalists, podcasters, creative professionals, and fans. "Why are you an Apple User?" Guests...
8/28/2011

Maccast 2011.08.28

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 363. Steve steps down as CEO. 10.7.1 and iMac Graphic FW Update 3.0. More iPhone 5 details swirl. iPad 3? This Later, not sooner. iTunes TV rentals permanently expired. Follow-up on saving OS X window arrangements. Scanning in OS X Lion (and earlier). You got to Move it, move it. How Apple with disrupt TV. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Smile - smilesoftware.com. Freshbooks -...
8/19/2011

Maccast 2011.08.19

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 362. Lion USB thumb drives now available. iPhone 5 date: Tale of two months. OS X Lion 10.7.1 Update. Apple reportedly spends a Billion with Sharp. Apple and Samsung patent ping pong in the EU. Death of the iPad killer. Re-install iLife '11 on new Lion Macs, a follow-up. Lion bugs may not be Lion. Please sir may I have some more (data)? NO. Restoring an apps window position. Using a backup Mac from bootable clone....
8/9/2011

Maccast 2011.08.09

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 361. More touchy-feely Magic Mouse. Apple offers new EDU iMac. iTunes Streaming movies, not so fast. New iOS 5 Beta released to developers. Apple prepping the iCloud. Apple official Lion Recovery Disk Assistant. Crazy iDevice Smuggling operation busted. iLife not all included. Feedback on OS X "Consumerfication". Living with Lion. Oh, were you using that? Lion Automatic Termination. Filtering rows in Numbers. One AppleID...
8/1/2011

Maccast 2011.08.01

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 360. Rumors on the next iPhone(s).iPad 3 rumors. Lion freezes on wake from sleep. New Thunderbolt controller in Macbook Air. Apple TV 4.3 update. iTunes longer song previews go International. Hide mail pane in Lion. The Applization of OS X. Lion Steve "catchphrase" Easter egg. Podcast Publisher. View Dock in OS X Lion full screen apps. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Circus...
7/26/2011

Maccast 2011.07.26

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 358. New Macbook Air. New Mac Mini. Thunderbolt LED Display. Installing Lion. Lion first impressions. Lion tips and tricks. Fixing the new Desktop Zoom. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Smile - smilesoftware.com. EOL: Extreme iPhone Drop test (via TUAW) Shownotes in: HTML or OPML Subscribe to the Podcast Feed or Get the MP3 or Enhanced AAC
7/16/2011

Maccast 2011.07.16 - Final Cut Pro X

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 357. When Apple released the latest version of Final Cut Pro they created quite an impact although it may or may not have been the one they wanted. The Final Cut Pro X (FCPX) release was very anticipated and had a lot of hype. When it shipped many in the high end pro video market cried foul. In this episode I invited three video pros, Richard Harrington, Ron Brinkmann, and Chris Fenwick to come on and help the average...
7/10/2011

Maccast 2010.07.10

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 356. Lion due out this week? More of the same in iPhone 5 rumors. iOS and iTunes more HD'ified. Another OS X Mail "conversations" trick. Nerdtacular 2011, the interviews with Veronica Belmont, Mike Schramm (TUAW), and Tom Merritt. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Faronics Deep Freeze Gazelle - THE place to get cash for your used gadgets. Shownotes in: HTML or OPML Subscribe to...
7/1/2011

Maccast 2011.07.01

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 355. True Apple TV in the works? MacBook Air Back in Black. iPhone 5 Rumors. More OS X Lion details. Airport and Time Capsule updated. Mac OS 10.6.8 Update. Could low cost iPhone replace the iPod Touch. Verizon moving to capped data plans. Debate on "retina" iPad display. Final Cut X Pro launches to mixed reviews. Thunderbolt details and cable released. Check your clones boot-ability. Testing for Rosetta. Living without...
6/24/2011

Maccast 2011.06.24 - Lickability

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 354. Interview with Matthew Bischoff from Lickability on what it's like to develop for iOS and on their app Quotebook (iTunes). Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Smile - smilesoftware.com. Stitcher SmartRadio Links Quotebook (iTunes) Lickability Matthew Bischoff (@mb - Twitter) Subscribe to the Podcast Feed or Get the MP3 or Enhanced AAC
6/15/2011

Maccast 2011.06.15

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 353. WWDC Fallout. Mac sales up, but under estimates. Verizon iPad 2 recall confirmed. Rumors of iPad 3s still linger. Unlocked iPhones in the US? Final Cut Pro X on App Store next week? iBooks 1.3 Update. More Find My iPhone tips. General thoughts on Apple's WWDC event. Unpromoted iOS 5 features. Unpromoted Lion Features. Making ex(tra)FAT hard drives. Setting up auto iTunes Downloads Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast...
6/3/2011

Maccast 2011.06.03

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 352. WWDC is almost here so we rundown some of the latest rumors. Interview with Michael Simmons from Flexibits on what it's like to develop for the Mac and on their new product Fantastical (App Store). Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Faronics Deep Freeze Gazelle - THE place to get cash for your used gadgets. Shownotes in: HTML or OPML Subscribe to the Podcast Feed or Get the...
5/29/2011

Maccast 2011.05.29

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 351. 80% of mobile video on iOS. Italy says Applecare doesn't cut it. Rumors of A5 powered Macbook Air. iOS 5, iPhone 4s, iPhone 5 at WWDC? Apple and Samsung play peek-a-boo. Creative use for Find My iPhone. Layers support in Preview. Time for the safe Mac talk again. Omni Outliner and Notebook. iMac keeps waking up on it's own. Extending the record length on GarageBand for iPad. Controlling dialogs from the keyboard....
5/20/2011

Maccast 2011.05.20 - Three Amigos

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Episode 350. The Three Amigos are back. My good friends Victor (Typical Mac User) and Ken (Mac OS Ken) join me to discuss the 10th anniversary of Apple's retail stores, Apple's success in the "Post PC" era, the iCloud and Apple's rumored Music Locker service. Plus a bunch of great Apple and Mac picks. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Smile - smilesoftware.com. Stitcher SmartRadio...
5/15/2011

Maccast 2011.05.15

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 349. Mac OS X Lion developer preview 3. iPhone 5 arriving in September. New iMac HD not user replaceable. iPhoto 9.1.3. iOS 4.3.3 update issues reported. OS X Lion/iCloud release soon? Patent trolls trolling indie app developers. Evom, alternative video converter. OmniOutliner for iPad review. Alternate use for Find my iPhone. Alternative graphic creation apps. Geekin' out with Geek Tool Want more Maccast? Become a...
5/10/2011

Maccast 2011.05.10

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 348. Apple patches location tracking bugs. Apple reiterates stance on location to Congress. iOS 5 focus on voice. Details on new iMacs. MACDefender malware in disguise. Smash and Grab a new Apple Store Trend? Apple's Customer Pulse survey system. Adding AVI files to iTunes. Battery Guesstimating. Quick switching audio sources. Using Spaces with multiple monitors. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks...
4/30/2011

Maccast 2011.04.30

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 347. Apple finally responds to Locationgate. Apple spends 11B to shore up supply chain. Mac OS X v10.6.7 Snow Leopard Font Update. iPhone '11 updated. iMac Hard Drive Firmware Update 1.0. New iMacs on May 3rd. Apple developing iCloud. Apple more profitable than Microsoft. White iPhone arrives, really. OS X Lion preparing to pounce. Host iWeb on Dropbox. Saving iOS files to Flash Drive. CalDigit USB 3.0 AVDrive review....
4/24/2011

Maccast 2011.04.24

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 346. Apple's Q2 results not hindered by iPad 2 supply. Redesigned iPhone 5. White iPhone seen in the wild. Possible iMac refresh soon. OMGZ! Your iPhone is tracking you. iTunes Cloud deals getting done. My paperless workflow. iWeb for business. Spotlight re-indexes after target disk mode. Review of the MagicWand from Twelevesouth. Add pathbar to Finder windows. Weather widget Easter Egg. Special thanks to our sponsors:...
4/17/2011

Maccast 2011.04.17

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 345. Rumor of Apple taking on Netflix. AirPlay key reverse engineered. iPhone 5 in Fall, iPad 3 next year. Apple announces Final Cut Pro X. Apple getting serious about carbon fiber? Security Update 2011-002 Mythical 4th iOS device? Apple gearing up for another good quarter. Securing your stuff. Converting to new Mobile Me calendars. Review of iMainGoX portable speakers. Review of the Skinomi TechSkin iPad skin. Power of...
4/7/2011

Maccast 2011.04.07 - RetroMacCast

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 344. With a lot of the news turning to rumors or focusing on the iPad 2 and iOS stuff this week I was starting to feel like I really needed to get my Mac geek on. I decided to invite the guys from RetroMaccast over to have a talk about some of the great old Mac systems and technology and about how we might bring those back into our lives. It was a fun and informative trip back to the Mac. Want more Maccast? Become a...
3/30/2011

Maccast 2011.03.30

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 343. iOS 5 release moved to Fall. WWDC sells out in hours. International ipad2 launch. iOS 4.3.1 update. New iMacs soon? Mac 10.6.7 OpenType font bug. iPad 2 glass stronger. Lion Developer Preview 2. Voice Control on the Mac. Offline Mail in iOS. Gmail, Mail.app, and iOS set-up. Backward compatibility and upgrading. Shifting media to apps. Duplicate podcasts in iTunes. News feeds and the paywall. Want more Maccast?...
3/19/2011

Maccast 2011.03.19

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 342. iPad 2 details and impressions. iPad 2 a smashing success. Apple helping employees in wake of disaster. Reports of MacBook Pro and other bugs. Safari performance bump native only? Do I detect snark in new iPhone ad? AT&T ends tethering free ride. iPhone 5 rumors ramp up. MobileMe going free soon? Mini gets no respect. iPad 2 compatible accessories. Enable four finger gestures on your iPad. AudioEngine N22 review....
3/12/2011

Maccast 2011.03.12

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 341. Lines, availability, and shortages. iFixit tears down iPad 2. iPad 2 launch day interviews. Get iMovie running on an iPad 1. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Circus Ponies NoteBook - The Easy Way to Get Organized on the Mac. Try it FREE for 30 Days. Shownotes in: HTML or OPML Subscribe to the Podcast Feed or Get the MP3 or Enhanced AAC
3/4/2011

Maccast 2011.03.04

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 340. The iPad 2. iPad Smart Cover. iOS 4.3. iMovie and GarageBand for iPad. iTunes 10.2 update. Apple launches Joint Venture Program. Rumors of DOJ looking at MPEG-LA. Macbook Pro reviews are coming in. Feedback on iTunes 24-bit audio files. Maccast One Minute Tip: Preview and Annotate. Add all Mail to addresses to Address Book. Recommendations on Macbook Pro gaming. Mobile Me Dot Mac account nightmare. Smudges under...
2/24/2011

Maccast 2011.02.24

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 339. New Macbook Pros. Thunderbolt, high speed I/O connector. Face Time for Mac. OS X Lion Developer Preview. Apple iPad 2 event. New datacenter online this Spring. Private 'glimpse' of new FinalCut. Does Apple have responsibility in China. Do we need higher bit rate music? DIY docks and stands. The power of Meetspace. Hooking up an Airport Express. Special thanks to our sponsors: Circus Ponies NoteBook - The Easy Way to...
2/16/2011

Maccast 2011.02.16

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 338. Apple opens up subscriptions. iWeb 3.0.3 and Aperture 3.1.1 updates. New Macbook Pro rumors. iPhone 5 speculation, smaller iPhone. Disappointing ViPhone sales. Apple's 2011 Suppler Responsibility report (PDF). The iPads Mac dependency. Converting iTunes track from Chinese. Quick tip: Spotlight math. iPhone Password hacking explained. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Circus...
2/13/2011

Maccast 2011.02.13 - Steve on the ViPhone

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. It's hard to believe that there are Apple fans who are just getting their first taste of the iPhone, but with it's arrival on Verizon that is exactly what happened this week. One new owner is fellow Mac geek and friend of the show Steve Stanger from the Mac Attack podcast. I grabbed Steve and asked him how he's enjoying the new device. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Links The Mac Attack Hipstamatic 100 Cameras in...
2/5/2011

Maccast 2011.02.05 - Macworld 2011 (part 2)

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 337. In part two of our Macworld Expo 2011 coverage, we catch up with Cali Lewis (Geekbeat TV) who was at the show participating on a featured panel for Tech Girlz. Then we hit the show floor to talk with more great vendors and hear about some more awesome new products. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Links TechGirlz Geekbeat TV EzTy Webbeat TV Livid Lobster Revision 3 Studio Neat (Glif) Seagate (GoFlex)...
1/31/2011

Maccast 2011.01.31 - Macworld 2011 (part 1)

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 336. The first part of my coverage from Macworld Expo 2011 which took place in San Francisco at Moscone Center west. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Links Boinx Software SMK-Link Youbiq Zagg Blue Microphones Monitors In Motion Schlage Link iDevices: iGrill Special thanks to our sponsors: Circus Ponies NoteBook - The Easy Way to Get Organized on the Mac. Try it FREE for 30 Days. Subscribe to the Podcast Feed...
1/23/2011

Maccast 2011.01.23 - Mac at Work

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 335. Highlights from Apple's Q1 results. More iPad 2, iPhone 5, and iOS 4.3 details. Mac at Work interview with David Sparks Special thanks to our sponsors: Smile - smilesoftware.com. EOL: Invisible iPhone 4 Shownotes in: HTML or OPML Subscribe to the Podcast Feed or Get the MP3 or Enhanced AAC
1/16/2011

Maccast 2011.01.16

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 334. Verizon iPhone. Next Gen iPad and iPhone rumors. Beatles sell 5 million on iTunes. iOS newspaper subscriptions delayed. New features in iOS 4.3. Time Machine with NAS. How I set up Time Machine. Create new 'Empty' album in iPhoto '11. Physical control for iPod Touch. Dock hacks. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Circus Ponies NoteBook - The Easy Way to Get Organized on the...
1/6/2011

Maccast 2011.01.06

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 333. OS 10.6.6 and the Mac App Store. CDMA iPhone soon? Leaked iPhone parts. Rumored features of next gen iPad. 6G iPod Nano hack. Cherokee language support in iOS 4.1. More new Apple support features. Intel's next gen Mac chips? Some iLife and iWork updates. Studios play with exclusive iTunes Extras. Dock connector products finally making the rounds? Encrypting Time Machine backups. Backing up a NAS. How to automount a...
12/29/2010

Maccast 2010.12.29 - J.C.'s Tale

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. A special end of the year Maccast with guest J.C. Hutchins. J.C. normally would be telling sci-fi tales, but this time he delivers us a bit of non-fiction. His Macbook recently suffered a catastrophic hard drive failure and he was willing to come on the show and share what it was like to go through the experience without backup. There's ups and down, twists and turns, but luckily a somewhat happy ending. Want more Maccast?...
12/23/2010

Maccast 2010.12.22

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 331. iAd Producer released for developers. Apple's iTunes share rises. Apple looking for iOS mapping talent. Sharp also investing in new LCD facility. iPhoto 9.1.1 update. iPad a doppleganger for some. The million AppleTV march, ah December. Remote App 2.1 update. Free developer iBooks from Apple. iWork '11 on January 6th. Other Apple updates. Some listener 1Password tips. AirFlick hack for AppleTV 2. Save money on...
12/16/2010

Maccast 2010.12.16

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 330. Macbooks to move off Nvidia? Apple TV 2 update. Holidays could be nice to Apple. AirPlay to Mac may be possible. Canadian Books coming to iBookstore. iPad iAd makes it's debut. Apple may put your Home in the Cloud. Rumored Apple/Toshiba LCD plant. iTunes 90 second song previews. iTunes 10.1.1 update. Why I am a 1Password user. Automate iTunes star ratings. Avoid unwanted in-app purchases. Get 30 sec rewind on iPod...
12/7/2010

Maccast 2010.12.07

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 329. Verizon iPhone. No, they mean it this time. iOS web share grows 200% in November. Mac App Store soon? Apple discontinues compact wired keyboard. New iPads in April? iOS 4.2.1 reduces Camera Connection Kit power? "Apple City" in development. Changes to some Apple accessories. Combining PDFs in Snow Leopard. Physical offsite backup strategy. Sharing photos via email. Accessing iTunes on shared Mac. Mac uninstallers...
11/30/2010

Maccast 2010.11.30

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 328. iPad, the second coming. iPad sales stay strong. Apple Software Updates. Macbook Air continue to impress. Apple "locking" iPhone with torx. Macs still safe from viruses. Extra iOS 4.2.1 goodies. iOS 4.1 for Apple TV. iOS 4.3 here soon. Beatles selling well on iTunes. Apple moving into HP's old digs. Apple still tops in satisfaction. Apple data center chief passes away. Free Find My iPhone. My experience with...
11/19/2010

Maccast 2010.11.19 - Jam 006 Ace, V 'n ELR

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Episode 327. Another Maccast Jam session this time with a bunch of my favorite geek, mach, tech media folks. Tom Merrit, Veronica Belmont, and Scott Johnson are hanging out to chat about Apple's Beatles announcement, managing our growing media content, set top boxes, iPads and more. Jam on! Links Tom Merritt Veronica Belmont Scott Johnson Special thanks to our sponsors: Smile, check out DiscLabel. Citrix - GoToAssist -...
11/14/2010

Maccast 2010.11.14 - Jam 005

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Episode 326. A quick rundown of some of the latest Apple news and stories and then we have another "jam". I am joined this time by the crew from the Mac site Macgasm.net. Links Macgasm.net Special thanks to our sponsor: Circus Ponies NoteBook - The Easy Way to Get Organized on the Mac. Try it FREE for 30 Days. Gazelle - THE place to get cash for your used gadgets. Shownotes in: HTML or OPML Subscribe to the Podcast Feed or...
10/31/2010

Maccast 2010.10.31

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 324. New Macbook Air impresses the press. iPhoto update addresses data loss. My impressions of iLife 11 so far. iTunes get it's Genius (back) on. No USB 3 on Mac, blame Intel. We still want iDVD. Can your iPhoto Library get stale? Restore iMovie missing clips. Macbook Air or iPad. Items not streaming to Apple TV. Review of iRig. Special thanks to our sponsors: Circus Ponies NoteBook - The Easy Way to Get Organized on the...
10/21/2010

Maccast 2010.10.21 - Back to the Mac

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 323. Apple 4th quarter results. Back to the Mac with Ken Ray, Mac OS Ken. Back to the Mac with Victor Cajiao, Typical Mac User. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Smile, check out PDFPen 5. Citrix - GoToAssist - Instantly view and control customer computers with secure, easy-to-use GoToAssist Express. Try it FREE for 30 days. Shownotes in: HTML or OPML Subscribe to the Podcast...
9/30/2010

Maccast 2010.09.30

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 320. Time Warner CEO piles on Apple TV bashing. iOS 4.2 Beta 2. Apple TV teardown. Apple TV interface hacked to run on iPod. Silly rumor of Cook going to HP. 15" and 17" Macbook Pro NVIDIA settlement. Apple TV 2 first impressions. Forward delete on iOS. Power PC to Intel migration. Troubleshooting iPhoto. Special thanks to our sponsors: Circus Ponies NoteBook - The Easy Way to Get Organized on the Mac. Try it FREE for 30...
9/19/2010

Maccast 2010.09.19

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 318. What's next for iDevices and iOS. AirPrint for iOS coming with 4.2. FaceTime coming to desktops. Intel's next gen chips announced. Mac sales continue to rise. Gaming on iOS is big. iPhone makes big gains in Europe. Apple Express Lane Support. iPhone 4 free bumper program ends soon. Newspaper subscription plans for iPad. Pro App Update 2010-02. 2G Apple TV may be iOS after all. 27" LED Cinema Display now available....
9/9/2010

Maccast 2010.09.09

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Episode 317. Safari 5.0.2 Software Update. iOS 4.1 release. New iPods are out. Details emerge. AirPlay streams outside Apple. Apple allows 3rd party iOS development tools. Apple gives Developers Guidelines. Maccast One Minute Tip: Secure Delete. Thoughts on Ping. iTunes 10 tricks. HTML 5 local database files. Field test your iPhone signal. Location can improve wi-fi. I'll be at Mac Computer Expo 2010 Want more Maccast? Become...
9/1/2010

Maccast 2010.09.01 - Apple Music Event

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Episode 316. Apple Music Event. iOS Updates. iOS 4.1 preview. iOS 4.2 sneak peak. All New iPods. iPod Shuffle. iPod Nano. iPod touch. iTunes 10. Apple TV, one more hobby… Odds and ends from todays announcements. PDF images not viewable on iOS 4. Multiple displays with your Mac. HD video import options in iMovie. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member. Special thanks to our sponsors: Circus Ponies NoteBook - The Easy Way...
8/23/2010

Maccast 2010.08.23 - Maccast Unscripted

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 315. They're back. My friends Victor Cajiao (Typical Mac User) and Ken Ray (Mac OS Ken) agreed to meet me yet again inside the digital depths of Skype to converse on anything Apple that crossed our minds. This is unrehearsed, unplanned, and unscripted Mac geekery at it's best. Just hit record and let the bits fly. Links Typical Mac User Mac OS Ken Know Tech Special thanks to our sponsors: Smile Software, check out...
8/15/2010

Maccast 2010.08.15

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Episode 314. More on Papergate. 12-core Mac Pros are ready. iDevice Rumor Roundup. Apple licenses Liquid Metal technology. iOS 4.0.2 closes security hole. iMac gets brightness update. Apple exec arrested for taking kickbacks. Applescript UI Scripting. Maximize RAM and performance. Review: Bento for iPad. iPhone Camera Roll numbering. Managing iWeb from multiple Macs. Special thanks to our sponsor: Circus Ponies NoteBook - The...
8/8/2010

Maccast 2010.08.08

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Episode 313. Apple sues accessory makers. Apple number 3 in portables if you count iPad. iPhone web jailbreak exposes larger hole. Is the iTunes Cloud just vapor? iDevice future watch. Rumor of Apple ordering CDMA chips. iPad Apps Store gets smart. iPhone 4 customer satisfaction lowers. Antennagate out. Papergate in. Barefeats posts new iMac benchmarks. MMS email address correction and other follow-up. Force quitting iOS apps...
7/31/2010

Maccast 2010.07.31

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Episode 312. New Mac Pro. New iMacs. New 27" LED Cinema Display. New "magic" accessories. DMCA exemption allows Jailbreak. Is Apple blocking magazine subscriptions? Safari 5.0.1 with extensions. Apple working on 3G iOS 4 speed issues. Apple uses it's own location services. Apple loses antenna comparison videos. iPhone showing black thumbnails on photos. Dangers and benefits of the iPhone restore. Review: iPhone 4 Bumper case....
7/26/2010

Maccast 2010.07.26

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 311. Apple's third quarter results. Apple explains how it collects geo location data. iTunes 9.2.1 update. iBooks 1.1.1. iPhone 4 dropped call rate gets perspective. iPhone 4 Free Bumper program kicks off. White iPhone delayed until end of the year. Apple prepping retail for iMac refresh? Follow-up on using star ratings. A better explanation of de-tuning. Print your own cards from iPhoto. Time for your quarterly security...
7/17/2010

Maccast 2010.07.17

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 310. Apple iPhone 4 press event iOS 4.1 update. iOS 3.2.1 Software Update for the iPad. US Mac sales continue growth. Some say smaller iPads are on the way. An Air of a new Macbook Air. Mac Pro, iMacs maybe getting faster ports. Apple eyed Palm, but lost to HP. Correction on resolving iPhone dupes. Accessory not supported message. Review: Thoughtout Stabile. Create iOS Notes with Helvetica. Rate your iTunes Tracks...
7/10/2010

Maccast 2010.07.10

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 309. Antennagate rages on. iPhone and iPad sales numbers look good. Is iTunes ready for the cloud? iTunes Store accounts hacked. Will iPod Touch get FaceTime? Tiny Apple touch screen surfaces. Two new Apple Store architectural wonders. Finding high quality album artwork. Get PDFs in iTunes. My thoughts on iAds. The trouble with troubleshooting wi-fi. MobileMe and Windows. Want more Maccast? Become a Maccast Member....
6/30/2010

Maccast 2010.06.30 - Nocast 002

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Episode 308. Based on the success of last month's "no agenda" cast I re-dubbed the format the "uncast" to bring you it's second installment. For part duex I brought over a couple of friends from the KnowTech podcast. John Foster, Kenji Kato, and I sat down to chat about all things Mac. No prep, no outlines, no show notes just pure unbridled Mac geekiness. We uncast the structured format and see what hits the feed. Enjoy....
6/26/2010

Maccast 2010.06.26

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 306. iPhone 4 is here. And what about Verizon? First iPhone 4 reviews. iPhone 4's issues reported early. My personal launch day experience. iPhone 4 still had some secrets. iMovie for iPhone 4 review. iOS 4 update released. iBooks 1.1 for iOS. MobileMe Mail app updated. iPad continues strong sales. Tablets killing netbooks, are desktops next? Apple gearing up for iAds. Quintet of new Canadian Apple Stores. Get "Hold"...
6/15/2010

Maccast 2010.06.15

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 305. iPhone 4 goes on sale. Sorta. iPhone 4 details. Other iPhone 4 launch day surprises. Mac Mini updated. Apple Store App. Mac OS 10.6.4 update. iPhone OS renamed iOS. Some iPhone 4 features under scrutiny. iMovie for iPhone. Expect to see iAds in July. Apple releases Safari 5. My thoughts on FaceTime video chat. Safari 5 tricks. Your mac is trying to tell you something. Time Machine schedule confusion. Special thanks...
6/6/2010

Maccast 2010.06.06

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 304. Apple international iPad launch a success. iBookstore open to self publishers. AT&T backpedals on iPad data plans. Apple TV take 3? Google goes Mac. New OS X attacks raise security concerns. Rumor summary on eve of WWDC. Are the Foxconn suicides an epidemic? eBook editing and management apps. Review: Navigon MyRegion. Removing 3rd party contextual menu items. Learning keyboard shortcuts. Want more Maccast? Become a...
5/31/2010

Maccast 2010.05.31 - No Agenda

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Episode 304. We try out a little something new on this episode. I invited my friends Victor (Typical Mac User) and Ken (Mac OS Ken) over to chat about all things Mac, but did it without any prep, outlines, or show notes. Take a listen to what happens when you just get a couple of Mac geeks on Skype and start gabbing. Links Typical Mac User Mac OS Ken Back Blaze Pogo Plug Drobo Dropbox Good Reader Know Tech Special thanks to...
5/26/2010

Maccast 2010.05.26

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 303. iPad's shipping abroad. New Macbooks. Apple's Q3 shaping up quite nicely. iPhone's importance to Apple. OS X updates and soon to be updates. iPhone OS 4 reaches 4th beta. Keynote set for WWDC. Guess who? Apple's Back to School Promo is back. German tax gone on all iPads. Controlling audio speed in Quicktime X. Beyond the basic Get Info. Review: iPad Keyboard Dock. Apple is about function over features. Application...
5/19/2010

Maccast 2010.05.19 - The International iPad

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. A special episode of the Maccast. I grab international Mac Geeks Paul Shadwell and Pat Mahon, who I met at last years Macworld Expo, and we chat about their thoughts on the iPad's pending release outside the US borders. Links shadwell.eu @paulshadwell (Twitter) patmahon.com @patmahon (Twitter) Subscribe to the Podcast Feed or Get the MP3 or AAC (enhanced)
5/15/2010

Maccast 2010.05.15

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 302. iPad supply feels the global crunch. Apple working on iPad Wi-Fi fix. Apple's new "What Is iPad" Ad. CSI: Cupertino, documents unsealed. 4G iPhone rumors continue to flow. Mobile Me updates in the works. Mac sales up with new Macbook Pros. Homeland Security warns of Safari Exploit. Follow-up PGP Whole Disk Encryption. Auto BCC from Mail.app per Account. Playing audiobooks and podcasts in double speed. Interview with...
5/10/2010

Maccast 2010.05.10

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 301. FTC and DOJ reportedly keeping eyes on Apple. iPad goes (even more) International. The iPad is a cannibal? Flash Bashing is the new geek sport. Apple scolds Ellen for iPhone parody. Rumors of a new Macbook Air. MakeMKV for ripping BluRay. Feedback on my Apple marketshare commentary. Cleaning out login items. 128kbps iTunes Sync issue and fix. Safeguard notebook data in case of theft. Special thanks to our sponsors:...
4/30/2010

Maccast 2009.04.30

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 300. Police look into "stolen" iPhone 4G. Skirmishes in the North re-ignite Flash War. Apple is big in Japan. Production issues reportedly delaying iPads and Macbook Pros. Apple's iPad Camera Connection Kit surprises. Apple steps up "mergers and aquisitions". Next Mac OS and WWDC dates. Apple Software updates. Why Apple doesn't care about share. The iPad ban that wasn't. What if I don't want to multitask? Converting...
4/22/2010

Maccast 2010.04.22

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 299. Next gen iPhone lost, found, and exposed. Apple Q2 results are amazing. iPhone OS 4 features start to leak out. Sites already talking next gen iPad. Apple announced headphone replacement program. Some Universities banning iPads from their networks. Has Apple won the Great Flash War? Results of the Maccast Textplus Wi-fi Challenge. iPad thoughts a few weeks later. Desktop to Mobile app pricing dilemma. Killer iTunes...
4/17/2010

Maccast 2010.04.16

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 298. iPad popularity means shortages and delays. iPhone OS 4 Preview. More blows in the Great Flash War of 2010. New Macbook Pros are finally here. i5s and i7s all around (almost). 27" iMac updates. Leopard, Snow Leopard Security Update 2010-003. New Mac virus raising HellRTS. Questions about buying a new Macbook. Enable Text-to-Speech in iBooks on the iPad. Review: BearExtender n3. Wi-fi Security on iPads and iPhones....
4/15/2010

Maccast 2010.04.12 - iPhone OS 4 with Clayton Morris

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. A special episode of the Maccast where I am joined by Clayton Morris. Clayton and I sat down to talk a bit about Apple's iPhone OS 4 announcement. We dive into a few of those new "tentpole" features and even talk iPad and a little Flash War 2010 for good measure. Enjoy. Links ClaytonMorris.com Grizzly Bear Egg Cafe Gadgets and Games Podcast (iTunes link) Subscribe to the Podcast Feed or Get the MP3 or AAC (enhanced)
4/12/2010

Maccast 2010.04.12 - iPad Launch with Victor and David

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. A special episode of the Maccast from US iPad launch day. I sat down with fellow Mac Geeks and podcasters Victor Cajiao (Typical Mac User) and David Sparks (Mac Sparky) to discuss their impressions of Apple's new iPad. After just a couple hours with the new tablet they share some early thoughts on what they liked, disliked, and how they think this device might change the world (or not). Links Typical Mac User Mac Sparky Mac...
4/7/2010

Maccast 2010.04.07

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 297. iPad hits the streets. iPad early issues. iPad processor details revealed. iPhone OS 4 sneak peek just days away. Apple's at 10,000 feet, why not? Your first impressions of Apple's iPad. Special thanks to our sponsors: Faronics Deep Freeze Citrix - GoToAssist - Instantly view and control customer computers with secure, easy-to-use GoToAssist Express. Try it FREE for 30 days. New music, Perfect by Love Equals Action...
4/2/2010

Maccast 2010.04.02 - iPad Interview with Macworld's...

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. A special episode of the Maccast where I am joined by Macworld's Jason Snell. Being literally just days away from the US release of the iPad I had a conversation with Jason about his thoughts on what the iPad will mean for Apple, the Mac community, and the computer industry. Links Macworld Apple iPad Subscribe to the Podcast Feed or Get the MP3 or AAC (enhanced)
4/1/2010

Maccast 2010.04.01

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 296. iPad Hysteria heats up. iPad, it's about the content. Apple releases 10.6.3 update. iTunes 9.1 and other updates. What's happening with Apple's NC Data Center. Don't forget the iPhone. Applecare follow-up. Not every Applecare fairytale has a happy ending. Copy full path in Finder. What's your iPad for? Quick Look in Mail.app. Mac operation over 10,000 ft. Special thanks to our sponsors: Circus Ponies NoteBook - The...
3/25/2010

Maccast 2010.03.25

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 295. New Mac hardware rumors. Apple's iPad developer Black-ops. iPad, is the content coming together? Is your Mac about to get less secure. Full priced iPhone available from US Apple Stores. Apple leads PC in operating revenue. Tip: PDF to iPhoto. What's your iPad for? Applecare, should you care for iPads. Applecare success stories. Finder has x-ray eyes. Where did that come from? Special thanks to our sponsors: Smile on...
3/18/2010

Maccast 2010.03.18 - MacSteamy

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 294. We talk gaming on the Mac with Scott Johnson (Film Sack and App Slappy) and Brian Ibbott (Coverville). Valve and Steam on the Mac. Does this change the game or just expand it? Ye old Mac vs. PC as gaming platform debates. Blizzard, Starcraft II Beta for Mac in April. iPad, does it mean anything for gamers? Special thanks to our sponsor: Circus Ponies NoteBook - The Easy Way to Get Organized on the Mac. Try it FREE...
3/17/2010

Maccast 2010.03.17 - Macworld Expo 2010: Busy Mac

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. A special episode of the Maccast with John Chaffee from BusyMac. John and I missed each other on the show floor at Macworld Expo 2010, but I heard a lot about his product BusyCal (a great alternative to iCal). A couple weeks ago I was able to grab John on Skype and we talked about BusyCal, his past life working on another great Mac calendar app, Now Up-to-Date, and about his impressions of Macworld Expo 2010 in general. Links...
3/11/2010

Maccast 2010.03.11

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 293. US iPad sales start in tomorrow, rumors and info. 4th rev of iPhone SDK brings new rumor. Apple takes issue with HTC. Rumors of Apple moving media to the cloud. Updates for media pros. Apple didn't stop App Store hack and slash at porn. Are the chips down for Apple and Intel? Flash rant follow-up. Emailing attachments from iPhone/iPod Touch follow-up. Backing up bookmarks from multiple browsers. Defining a backup...
2/28/2010

Maccast 2010.02.28

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 292. Apple takes some heat on supplier responsibility. The great Flash war of 2010. More reports of iPad's impending sales doom. iPad's A4 custom, but not PA Semi custom? A video player that remembers you spot. Sending an attachment from the iPhone. Review: OWLE Bubo. Running a Mac "sandbox". Special thanks to our sponsors: Circus Ponies NoteBook - The Easy Way to Get Organized on the Mac. Try it FREE for 30 Days. Path...
2/27/2010

Maccast 2010.02.27

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 291. Apple bans the "naughty" apps. Apple righting product wrongs. Memory issues with Aperture 3. Apple has fix. Buzz of new Macbook Pros gets stronger. iPad roundup. iTunes reaches 10 Billion Download mark. My word Service tip was lacking. A little about the ePub format. "Hey, I've got a great idea for an iPhone app". Getting better voice recording on the Mac. Typing superscript on the Mac. Saving Quicktime from a site...
2/19/2010

Maccast 2010.02.19 - Macworld Expo 2010 (part 2)

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. A special episode of the Maccast. This is the second of two episodes covering Macworld Expo 2010. Links Macworld Expo Microsoft Eye-Fi AutoPark (Frolicware) Office2 (Byte2) Hypermac Ten One Design Blue Microphones Special thanks to our sponsor: Citrix - GoToAssist - Instantly view and control customer computers with secure, easy-to-use GoToAssist Express. Try it FREE for 30 days. Subscribe to the Podcast Feed or Get the MP3...
2/16/2010

Maccast 2010.02.16 - Macworld Expo 2010 (part 1)

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. A special episode of the Maccast. This is the first of two episodes covering Macworld Expo 2010. Links Macworld Expo Maccast Channel on Ustream Maccast Channel on Qik Fastmac Umee Rogue Amoeba Mophie FLO TV Shure Data Robotics, Inc. Special thanks to our sponsor: Circus Ponies NoteBook - The Easy Way to Get Organized on the Mac. Try it FREE for 30 Days. Subscribe to the Podcast Feed or Get the MP3 or AAC (enhanced)
2/9/2010

Maccast 2009.02.09

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 290. Plans for the show. Macworld 2010. Rumors of the iPad's possible features. Book publishers ramp up for the iPad. 27" iMac display woes may not be over. Apple software updates. Reports of Mac Pro Nahalem audio issues. Rumor of Macbook Pro updates. Apple releases Aperture 3 Is iPad for us or the rest of them? iPad IPS Display technology. Canadian iTunes gift cards no go on apps. Get word count in any Cocoa App via...
1/28/2010

Maccast 2010.01.27 - Apple iPad Announcement Wrap-up...

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 290b. A special episode of the Maccast where I am joined by Clayton Morris (ClaytonMorris.com). Clayton was actually at today's Apple iPad announcement, so we get to chat with him and get his first hand perspective on the sexy new device. Enjoy. Subscribe to the Podcast Feed or Get the MP3 or AAC (enhanced)
1/27/2010

Maccast 2010.01.27 - Apple iPad Announcement Wrap-up...

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 290. A special episode of the Maccast where I am joined by Ken Ray (Mac OS Ken) to go over our thoughts, impressions, and insights on today's Apple iPad announcement. Enjoy. Special thanks to our sponsors: Circus Ponies NoteBook - The Easy Way to Get Organized on the Mac. Try it FREE for 30 Days. Faronics Deep Freeze Subscribe to the Podcast Feed or Get the MP3 or AAC (enhanced)
1/17/2010

Maccast 2010.01.17 - CES 2010 with iProng

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. A special episode of the Maccast. We invite the folks from iProng Magazine over to help us run down their top iPhone and iPod picks from the 2010 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. Links iProng Magazine PHP Princess Subscribe to the Podcast Feed or Get the MP3 or AAC (enhanced)
1/10/2010

Maccast 2010.01.10

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 289. Apple acquires mobile ad company for $275 million. iPhone a touch more accurate than others. Latest Mac tablet rumors. Latest iPhone 4G rumors. New concept Apple Store in Palo Alto. Has Apple finally won over Greenpeace? Small Bonjour update. iTunes 30 second previews get webified. Mac OS X 10.6.3 update goes into wider testing. Time Machine backup isn't all that? Magic Mouse Update. Can't buy OS X for Non-Intel...
12/28/2009

Maccast 2009.12.28

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 288. iPhone moves up as a top phone in 2009. International iPhone competition heating up. Rumors of next iPhone spinning up. Apple Store set to open in Philly. Apple updates 27" iMac firmware. 2010 Apple Rumors all about the Tablet. Correcting an error on the Maccast anniversary. More Flash stopping software. More on Apple growth outside the US. Time Machine tips. iPhoto image location, corruption, permissions, oh my....
12/16/2009

Maccast 2009.12.16

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 287. A show for Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. A special episode of the Maccast where I am joined by my friends Victor Cajiao (Typical Mac User), Ken Ray (Mac OS Ken). Enjoy. Links: LaLa.com Typical Mac User Typical Shutterbug Victor on Twitter Mac OS Ken Ken on Twitter International Mac Podcast Friends in Tech, Christmas Promo Special thanks to our sponsors: Circus Ponies NoteBook - The Easy Way to Get Organized on the Mac....
12/2/2009

Maccast 2009.12.02

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 286. Maccast turns 5. Thanks for a great Movember. Podcast Award voting ended. Apple Black Friday Cyber Monday numbers. Apple opens up iTunes LP spec. Mac Pro revamp in early 2010? Rumor of new iPhone in the wild. Apple accused of ordering too much NAND. Reports of some 27" iMac issues. Pystar settles with Apple, a little. iPod Payment System might pay out. MacTablet name and rumors. Ellipses shortcut. Upgrading cable...
11/22/2009

Maccast 2009.11.22

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 285. New Core i7 iMac posts good numbers. Apple working on "Concierge" app. Frustrated Devs flee App Store. Is Apple getting more serious about gaming?. Updates, fixes, and hacks. Oh my! Macs rank 4th in build quality. Don't let you Mac inhale. Free OS X virtualization. Free Office alternative from Lotus Hardware change bypasses firmware password? Piracy can also give your Mac scurvy. The ins and outs of Mini Display...
11/13/2009

Maccast 2009.11.13

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 284. Lots of interesting Apple numbers. Apple can't get any respect. iTunes getting more polish. Mac OS X 10.6.2 Update. iPhone attacks target Jailbreakers. Mini Display Port made VESA Standard. Apple works to make Holiday shopping easier. Safari 4.0.4 Update. Apple rolls out iTunes Preview. Apple retail keeps growing up. Apple TV Issues after 3.0.1 update. More Magic Mouse feedback. Questions about a stolen Mac. New vs....
11/11/2009

Maccast 2009.11.11 - Mac Home Automation

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. A special episode of the Maccast with Ara Derderian from the HDTV Podcast. Normally Ara and I discuss his Mac centric home theater projects, but this time around he let's us in on his latest passion. Mac home automation. We sit down and talk all about how to use your Mac to switch on, control, watch, script, and automate your physical world. Links HDTV Podcast Insteon Mac Home Store Prism Subscribe to the Podcast Feed or Get...
11/1/2009

Maccast 2009.11.01

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 283. 27" iMac issues being reported. Snow Leopard 10.6.2 with developers, hints at new Macbook Pros. Apple 'Slate' rumor stirred up by NYT. ZFS may never make it to OS X. Apple TV 3.0 released. Apple dumping retail Windows Mobile checkout. TimeCapsule may be covered by Applecare. Magic Mouse Feedback. Using the term 'Directory' vs 'Folder'. The Macintosh TV has already been done. Keeping the Macbook batteries fresh....
10/23/2009

Maccast 2009.10.23

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 282. Apple updates everything consumer. New iMacs. New Unibody Macbook. New Mac Minis. New Magic Mouse. New Airport Extreme and Time Capsule. New Apple Remote. Other new stuff. Levinson leaves Google board, sticks with Apple. Apple acknowledges a potential Snow Leopard data loss bug. Apple software updates. Apple edges toward 10% US market share. Apple has another record quarter. Free apps can now go paid. Apple's live...
10/11/2009

Maccast 2009.10.11

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 281. Predictions for Apple 4Q call. New mouse to go with new Macs. Rumors on Mac Tablet shift to media device. Snow Leopard adoption going strong. More iPhone carrier choice in the Great White North. AT&T will allow Skype and Google Voice VoIP on 3G. AT&T CEO De la Vega says iPhone owners may need to be "managed". iPhone OS 3.1.2 released. Additional ways for viewing dock icon minimized windows. Possible reason for slow...
9/29/2009

Maccast 2009.09.29

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 280. Mac fans ready to buy rumors. iTunes 9.0.1. Apple got their accounting rule changes. Rumors of iMac redesign. Apple comes clean on green. Is Apple collaborating with Intel on Lightpeak? Apple sends out unwanted Windows update. App store hits 2 billion downloads. How was your MMS experience? Former Newton developer back at Apple. Apple adds 2nd "O" carrier in the UK. Recent software updates. More option tricks in...
9/19/2009

Maccast 2009.09.19

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 279. Snow Leopard update, smooth for most. Jobs on nanos, cameras, and touches. MMS Rolling out early for some Apple TV. More bang, less buck. Tablet Rumors Back, did you miss 'em? Music publishers want more from Apple. Google claims rejection, Apple still says no. Extra options on Snow Leopard menu items. View hidden files in Snow Leopard Open/Save dialogs. 64-bit for the layperson. Multilingual spell check in Snow...
9/10/2009

Maccast 2009.09.10

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 278. It's little more than iPods, but i like it. Apple's "It's only Rock and Roll" event coverage. Create free iPhone ringtones in Garageband '09. Podcast playlists not syncing after iTunes 9 upgrade? Finding some "missing" iTunes 9 features. Special thanks to our sponsor: Faronics Deep Freeze New music, Big Disco Ball by Josh Woodward (iTunes) EOL: Where's my fricken' MMS? Shownotes in: HTML or OPML Subscribe to the...
8/31/2009

Maccast 2009.08.31 - Scott Johnson

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 276. A show for Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. A special episode of the Maccast. I am finally able to track down Scott Johnson, writer and creator of the Extra Life comic, as well as host and producer of the Instance, Extra Life Radio, App Slappy, and the newly released Fourcast podcasts. In addition to being a successful artist and new media pioneer, Scott is a Mac Geek and iPhone fan. He and I discuss how he built his media...
8/25/2009

Maccast 2009.08.25

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 275. Snow Leopard coming this Friday. Apple's looks for slight growth this quarter. iTunes tops music sales charts. Continued speculation on September 9th music event. Apple responds to FCC. Tablet reportedly under the Eye of Sauron Steve. Macbook to get new look. Your expensive. Yeah? You have cooties. New Apple retail stores in NY and Germany. The what and where of hard drives. GPU and heat issues on 2006 iMacs. Time...
8/17/2009

Maccast 2009.08.17

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 275. Safari 4.0.3 update. AirPort Client Update for MacBook and MacBook Pro. Security Update 2009-004. Apple "media" announcement soon. iPhone coming to China or not. Matte is back in 15" Macbook Pro. Snow Leopard due soon, maybe sooner. Might be time for Mac Anti-virus, a scan or two at least. Getting close to Snow Leopard, install time. 1.7 SATA II Firmware update bug. Apple's customer service experience. Converting...
8/8/2009

Maccast 2009.08.08

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 274.Leopard 10.5.8 update. Snow Leopard available for pre-order. Apple doubles up Time Capsule. Garageband 5.1 update. Apple shakes off Shake. Apple not at CES despite WSJ piece. FCC investigate Google Voice takedowns. Rumors of a wild Mac tablet prototype. Schmidt resigns from Apple board. Apple attempts to extinguish iPod fire claims. iTunes launches in Mexico. Invisible iPhone photos. Keyboard shortcut for shutdown....
7/30/2009

Maccast 2009.07.29

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 273. Apple looking good in Q3. Details of Microsoft's retail plans emerge. Apple's own retail store news. Netbook, iPad/big phone, tablety thingy watch. Apple brewing "Cocktail" to spur album sales. Apple updates it's Studio suites. Ping Pong Palm battle. New iPhone Beta and SDK released. Apple (AT&T) voice block Google. BlackHat to reveal serious SMS iPhone bug. Apple says Jailbreaking could destroy the cellular...
7/29/2009

Maccast 2009.07.28 - Audio Note from Adam

A quick programming note about the next episode of the Maccast.
7/17/2009

Maccast 2009.07.16 - J.C. Hutchins

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 272. A show for Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. A special edition of the Maccast. We sit down with J.C. Hutchins author of the new transmedia novel, "Personal Effects: Dark Art" (http://www.jchutchins.net). It's been 2 years since we spoke with J.C. and this time we go over this amazing new project, how he has been able to achieve great success by self promoting, why he loves his new 15" Macbook Pro, Twitter clients for iPhone,...
7/10/2009

Maccast 2009.07.10

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 271. iPhone OS 3.1 update seeded to developers. Mac sales tick up at end of quarter. Mobile Me gets some sprucing up. Apple and NVidia, off again, on again. iPhone has nice holes for hackers. Apple replacing iPhone screens in store. Active packaging keeps iThings charged. iPod and iPhone cameras for "all" models? SEC looks at Jobs health disclosures. Safari 4.0.2 update, "Nitro"! Latest tweaks in Snow Leopard. Happy...
7/1/2009

Maccast 2009.07.01 - iPhone 3GS Accessibility

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Special edition. In this special episode of the Maccast we talk with Shelly Brisbin (App Store Pundit), Josh De Lioncourt (Mac-cessibility), and Shane Jackson (Blindworld Blog) about the new iPhone 3GS and specifically about it's new accessibility features. Special thanks to our sponsors: Circus Ponies NoteBook - The Easy Way to Get Organized on the Mac. Try it FREE for 30 Days. Subscribe to the Podcast Feed or Get the MP3 or...
6/23/2009

Maccast 2009.06.23

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 270. WWDC Aftermath. Software Updates. iPhone 3.0 OS in the wild. iPhone 3GS in the wild. What's next for iPhone? Apple warns Pre customers about iTunes. Checking in on Apple's latest numbers. Steve Jobs coming back soon? Some One-to-One corrections. Apple Store correction. Finer fiddling with function keys. Snow Leopard is for Intel only. New Macbook SD slot debate. Determine iPhone eligibility from your iPhone....
6/9/2009

Maccast 2009.06.08 - WWDC Keynote Wrap-up

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 269. A show for Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. A special episode of the Maccast where I am joined by Victor Cajiao (Typical Mac User) to wrap up all the announcements from the 2009 WWDC keynote. We discuss the new Macbook Pro and Macbook Air models, Snow Leaoprd, iPhone OS 3.0, and the new iPhone 3Gs. Enjoy. Special thanks to our sponsors: Circus Ponies NoteBook - The Easy Way to Get Organized on the Mac. Try it FREE for 30...
6/5/2009

Maccast 2009.06.05

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 268. Apple Store news and updates. Apple software updates galore. Next gen iPhones or it's look-a-likes surface. On the eve of WWDC, last minute updates. Apple may nix free iPhone app re-downloads. WWDC iPhone rumor round-up. Apple extends warranty for Nvidia defects. Apple tops in UK Ed. Adjusting media playback speeds. Make your own widgets the easy way. What to do if you haven't backed up. The 'F' and 'fn' keys. Fax...
5/27/2009

Maccast 2009.05.27

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 267. Apple doubles up it's smartphone share. NEXT, next gen iPhone rumors surface. Gruber weighs in on 3rd gen iPhone specs. iPhone 3G supplies dry up at AT&T. Apple tablet may wait until next decade. Don't forget the iPod rumors too. AT&T considers new data plans and plans boosted network. Safari's messy tops sites feature leaving trails. Security research publishes OS X Java exploit proof of concept. Could a...
5/20/2009

Maccast 2009.05.20

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 267. A show for Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. A special episode of the Maccast where I am joined by my friends Victor Cajiao (Typical Mac User), Ken Ray (Mac OS Ken). Enjoy. Special thanks to our sponsors: Circus Ponies NoteBook - The Easy Way to Get Organized on the Mac. Try it FREE for 30 Days. Smile on My Mac, check out Textexpander and their blog. Links: Smile on My Mac Blog Typical Mac User Typical Shutterbug Victor on...
5/11/2009

Maccast 2009.05.11

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 266. Rumors of Apple buying Twitter. Mac browsers hold April share. Blackberry squeezes out iPhone in US sales. Apple tops in quality and satisfaction. Apple and Google may be getting too close. Apple may help with in contract iPhone replacements. Rumors of App Store approval changes. Sharing Automator tips and tricks. Mac screen sharing. Review: Kensington Hands-Free Visor Car Kit. Bluetooth issues with new Mac Pro....
5/2/2009

Maccast 2009.05.01

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. iPhone and Verizon rumors continue. Snow Leopard adds YouTube spots. Latest iPhone beta requires new iTunes. Mobile Me now offers 24/7 chat support. Apple goes on hiring spree. What's up next for Apple hardware? WWDC is sold out, again. Don't forget Automator. Snitch on Mac connections. Converting audio in iTunes. Keeping Macs in Sync. Fox News Gadgets & Games appearance. Special thanks to our sponsors: Circus Ponies NoteBook...
4/26/2009

Maccast 2009.04.26

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 264. Apple's Q2 results. Not too shabby. Vendors vie for Apple Netbook. More next gen iPhone stuff. 1 Billionth app downloaded from App store. Feedback on online backup services. Formatting USB drives, another tip. Correction on iPod recycle credit. Shortcuts for display sleep. Review of MAXPower 802.11 USB 2.0 Stick Adapter. Challanges of getting 'Back to your Mac'. Managing 'remembered' Wi-fi networks. Special thanks...
4/19/2009

Maccast 2009.04.19

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 263. Apple ramping up for new iPhone. AT&T wants to extend iPhone relationship. Patent watch. Apple billionth app countdown. Jobs still on the job. Apple updates. iPods sales up and Apple fairing better than most. $1.29 tracks not paying the piper. Apple prices 20" iMac for Education. Mac Zombie botnet rises. Apple airs new Mac vs. PC ads. Error on MySQL standard in Leopard. Formatting a USB drive in Leopard. Downloading...
4/14/2009

Maccast 2009.04.14 - Interview with David H Lawrence XVII

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. A special episode of the Maccast with David H Lawrence XVII. David is currently playing the role of the mysterious, somewhat creepy, and probably misunderstood, Eric "The Puppetmaster" Doyle on NBC's hit show Heroes. When he's not stalking cheerleaders David is also a new media creator and producer with an incredibly diverse background in audio broadcasting, video, the Internet, filmmaking, podcasting, and tech in general. In...
4/13/2009

Maccast 2009.04.13 - New Mac Mini Home Theater Update

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Special edition. A special episode of the Maccast with Ara Derderian from the HDTV & Home Theater Podcast (htguys.com). We see how the latest version of the Mac Mini stacks up against the prior generation for use as a home theater Mac. We also talk about Mac remote control options and a few other odds and ends including our hopes for future generation media based Macs. Show Links HDTV Podcast Apple Mac Mini HD Homerun El Gato...
4/11/2009

Maccast 2009.04.11 - Interview with Michael Simmons from...

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. A special interview with Michael Simmons from Cultured Code. In this episode Michael shares his insights and experience on how to successfully launch and bring to market an award winning iPhone and Macintosh based application. We discover how he and the team at Cultured Code developed and planed the award winning application Things for it's launch at Macworld 2009. Things from Cultured Code Links: Xyle Scope Tweetie App...
4/8/2009

Maccast 2009.04.08

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 262. Apple releases 2nd iPhone 3.0 Beta. Snow Leopard closer to being on the prowl. Shuffles shake up some sales. XServe's go Nehalem. AT&T TOS blocks Sling, then doesn't. Rumors paint next gen iPhone picture. HD Rentals now in iTunes with 8.1.1. iTunes goes all DRM free and variable. Follow-up on Macbook cracked case repairs. More Appleworks discussions. My opinions on Applecare for the iPhone. Migrating data to a new...
3/30/2009

Maccast 2009.03.30

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 261. Apple AT&T 3G hard sell. 10.5.7 appears near completion. Snow Leopard set to show it's spots? Macs without borders. Dubious duplicators dupe developers. Apple update roundup. Macworld 2010 dates announced. Migrating Appleworks database files. MySQL or Filemaker. AirPhones review. Beware of using partitions for redundant backups Macbook cases cracking. Anatomy of your iTunes folder. Microsoft's new Mac price attack...
3/23/2009

Maccast 2009.03.23

A podcast about all things Macintosh. For Mac geeks, by Mac geeks. Show 260. iPhone 3.0 announcement. What's missing from iPhone 3.0? What about new iPhone hardware? Apple discontinues BT headset. AT&T to offer contract-less iPhones. OS X Security Expert says Mac is easy pick'ins. Mac sales slowed in February. HD Movies find their way to iTunes. Some final Apple updates. Special thanks to our sponsors: Thoughtout - Makers of the Ped 3, Ped 3 Auto, and Naja King iPod/iPhone stands. New music,...

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