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Learn about getting the most from your Apple technology with focused topics and workflow guests. Creating Mac Power Users since 2009, one conversation at a time. Hosted by David Sparks and Stephen Robles.

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  • #664
    Oct 30, 2022 · 1 hr 44 min

    664: macOS Ventura & iPadOS 16

    Apple has shipped significant updates to its operating systems, so this week, David and Stephen explore the features each brings to the table, getting deep into macOS Ventura and iPadOS 16.1.

  • #663
    Oct 23, 2022 · 1 hr 57 min

    663: HomeKit Check-In

    With Matter on the horizon, there has never been a better time to get into home automation. On this episode, Stephen and David talk about how their HomeKit setups have evolved over time and what they hope Apple and others can add to the smart home.

  • #662
    Oct 16, 2022 · 1 hr 40 min

    662: Navigating Apple Maps

    Apple Maps has matured from its rocky start back a decade ago into a robust alternative to Google Maps. This week, David and Stephen go on a roadtrip through the service's history, features and more.

  • #661
    Oct 9, 2022 · 1 hr 35 min

    661: Our Desks & Bags

    With David settling in at his new studio, the guys take some time to talk about their desk setups, what's in their bags and what they carry with them daily.

  • #659
    Sep 25, 2022 · 1 hr 48 min

    659: Workflows with Alex Cox

    Alex Cox drops by the show to update Stephen and David on their new indie life, including Apple silicon hardware, collaboration tools and the new iPhone 14 Pro.

  • #658
    Sep 18, 2022 · 1 hr 30 min

    658: Every Letter is Precious

    In this feedback episode, David and Stephen revisit iOS 16 and the M2 MacBook Air, then dive into some listener questions and talk about the state of voice dictation.

  • #657
    Sep 8, 2022 · 1 hr 51 min

    657: New Hardware & iOS 16

    Apple has announced its slate of iPhones and Apple Watches for the year and has major software releases right around the corner. This week, David and Stephen discuss the company's announcements and review iOS 16.

  • #655
    Aug 28, 2022 · 1 hr 28 min

    655: Streaming Check-in with Julia Alexander

    Julia Alexander drops by to discuss the world of streaming services, and how Apple stands apart from its competitors in the space. Also discussed: the sad lack of modern orange notebooks, the importance of the Apple Watch and some of Julia's go-to apps.

  • #654
    Aug 21, 2022 · 1 hr 35 min

    654: Data Storage in 2022

    File storage is both more accessible and more complicated than ever. This week, David and Stephen address storage mediums, syncing services, backup strategies and a lot more.

  • #653
    Aug 14, 2022 · 1 hr 28 min

    653: Workflows with Chris Christensen

    Chris Christensen is a web developer, writer and traveler with roots in 90s Apple. This week, he joins David and Stephen to discuss his work, navigating the world and a lot more.

  • #652
    Aug 7, 2022 · 1 hr 40 min

    652: Where Does the iPad Fit?

    Apple refers to the iPad as a magical pane of glass that becomes whatever you need of it. This week, David and Stephen discuss some apps and accessories that help the iPad reach that potential.

  • #651
    Jul 31, 2022 · 1 hr 50 min

    651: 3,041 Press Releases

    In this feedback episode, Stephen talks David through his workflows of the Apple History Calendar, and then the guys talk about the current state of Apple's beta software. They also tackle some listener feedback and check in on the new version of Alfred.

  • #650
    Jul 24, 2022 · 1 hr 40 min

    650: Craft Deep Drive

    David shares his impressions of the M2 MacBook Air, then he and Stephen talk through Craft. While it can be used for simple note taking, it also packs a lot of powerful personal knowledge management tools for users who need them.

  • #649
    Jul 17, 2022 · 1 hr 39 min

    649: Workflows with William Gallagher

    William Gallagher has written using a Mac for decades. This week, he joins Stephen and David to discuss his work and how he gets words on the page.

  • #648
    Jul 10, 2022 · 1 hr 30 min

    648: Software Club: Apollo for Reddit

    This week, Stephen and David talk about Reddit and a third-party client named Apollo, which brings a world-class Reddit experience to iPhone users. Then, they are joined by its developer Christian Selig to discuss the app's origins and more.

  • #647
    Jul 3, 2022 · 1 hr 43 min

    647: Workflows with Zac Hall

    9to5 Mac editor Zac Hall guests on the Mac Power Users this week with thoughts on life without the iPad, writing workflows, the current Apple Betas and future Macs.

  • #646
    Jun 26, 2022 · 1 hr 38 min

    646: Vibing with Tony Miceli

    Tony Miceli is a world-renowned jazz vibraphonist. This week, he joins David and Stephen to talk about how music and technology have become more intertwined over his career, and how he built an online community of vibraphonists.

  • #645
    Jun 19, 2022 · 1 hr 38 min

    645: Live Q&A with Stephen and David

    This week, David and Stephen hosted a live webinar, talking about the current crop of Apple's betas and answering listener questions.

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