The GMen

Guy Serle

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Wednesday · 1 hr 14 min
The GMen Show 49: Faster is the new Slower
Intro: Does everything have to be camera enabled? Google Glasses was probably the first salvo when a lot of people became upset when what looked like ordinary glasses could be filming them. The cameras everywhere backlash has continued even now with Flock Cameras being vandalized. Apple is possibly jumping into this with a potential HomePod with a screen and camera and AirPods having them as well\ For Pick’s Sake (Where applicable you fool you fool) Guy: SoundSource from Rogue Amoeba Gaz : Marty: Dock Star - https://dockstar.app/ Contact Info gmenshow@icloud.com MacParrot and VertShark on Twitter MacParrot on BlueSky GazMaz on Mastadon: Gazmaz@c.im and on Bluesky GuyandGaz on Twitter and Bluesky Marty’s website: ThePodTalk.net @jencius Google Voice number 703-828-4677 (outside the US/ Your country code then 1, then the number) will incur charges if dialed directly. Ko-Fi Supporters https://ko-fi.com/macparrot Paypal Supporters: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/macparrot
August 25 · 1 hr 21 min
The GMen Show 48: Camera Enabled Everything
Intro: Does everything have to be camera enabled? Google Glasses was probably the first salvo when a lot of people became upset when what looked like ordinary glasses could be filming them. The cameras everywhere backlash has continued even now with Flock Cameras being vandalized. Apple is possibly jumping into this with a potential HomePod with a screen and camera and AirPods having them as well\ For Pick’s Sake (Where applicable you fool you fool)Guy: If you're a comic fan and a little tire of the mostly family-friendly MCU, check out Lanterns on HBO. https://www.hbomax.com/show/8c11d041-6b71-4e54-8369-fdb310e063b8 Gaz : Jeff: Obsidian https://obsidian.md/ Contact Info gmenshow@icloud.com MacParrot and VertShark on Twitter MacParrot on BlueSky GazMaz on Mastadon: Gazmaz@c.im and on Bluesky GuyandGaz on Twitter and Bluesky Jeff on Bluesky: jgamet.bsky.social Jeff’s blogs: jeffgamet.com and freshbrewedtales.com Google Voice number 703-828-4677 (outside the US/ Your country code then 1, then the number) will incur charges if dialed directly. Ko-Fi Supporters https://ko-fi.com/macparrot Paypal Supporters: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/macparrot
August 19 · 1 hr 7 min
The GMen Show 47: Bought in the Future
Intro: No announcement yet for Apple’s next event. Usually filled with iPhones and praise from various Apple bigwigs about how the new stuff makes any other iPhone pathetic in comparison. With a new CEO and rumors flying around like Wizard of OZ monkeys, what should you do? Buy what you want now or wait to see what’s released. Gaz is back too so get ready for major shenanigans! For Pick’s Sake (Where applicable you fool you fool) Guy: Gaz : Contact Infogmenshow@icloud.comMacParrot and VertShark on TwitterMacParrot on BlueSkyGazMaz on Mastadon: Gazmaz@c.im and on BlueskyGuyandGaz on Twitter and Bluesky Google Voice number 703-828-4677 (outside the US/ Your country code then 1, then the number) will incur charges if dialed directly. Ko-Fi Supporters https://ko-fi.com/macparrot Paypal Supporters: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/macparrot
August 13 · 1 hr 20 min
The GMen Show 46: Split Decision
Intro: We’re probably about a month away from the next likely iPhone event and there are so many models! In fact, there’s so many that it’s being said that Apple might split them up into TWO events, one in the fall of this year and another in the spring of 2027. We’re going to look into the reasons why this might happen and how it could affect the company. Oh, and apparently this is John Ternus’s first major Apple Event that he’ll be hosting For Pick’s Sake (Where applicable you fool you fool) Guy: Really enjoying Amazon Prime’s Batman: Caped Crusader series. Done by Bruce Timm, the same man who was behind Batman the Animated Series. https://www.amazon.com/Batman-Caped-Crusader-Season-1/dp/B0CYFCLQ6B Gaz : Marty: Reading List - Marc Köhlbrugge - https://marc.io/readinglist https://marc.io/projects/ Contact Infogmenshow@icloud.comMacParrot and VertShark on TwitterMacParrot on BlueSkyGazMaz on Mastadon: Gazmaz@c.im and on BlueskyGuyandGaz on Twitter and Bluesky Marty’s website: ThePodTalk.net @jencius Google Voice number 703-828-4677 (outside the US/ Your country code then 1, then the number) will incur charges if dialed directly. Ko-Fi Supporters https://ko-fi.com/macparrot Paypal Supporters: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/macparrot
August 5 · 1 hr 11 min
The Gmen Show 45: Speed Limits
Intro: The Macbook Neo is a certified hit and all accomplished with a mobile chip. How well do you think a Mac Neo would do? If you have questions about performance, well we’re here to put it straight For Pick’s Sake (Where applicable you fool you fool) Guy: NetNewsWire. Free to use. Set up the news sources you like and stay up to date. https://netnewswire.com/ Gaz : Jeff: TerminalWidget - Display terminal output and other scripting output in a Widget on your Mac. From our friend Brett Terpstra. https://www.producthunt.com/products/terminalwidget https://brettterpstra.com/2026/08/01/introducing-terminalwidget/ https://shop.astropad.com/products/rock-paper-pencil Contact Infogmenshow@icloud.comMacParrot and VertShark on TwitterMacParrot on BlueSkyGazMaz on Mastadon: Gazmaz@c.im and on BlueskyGuyandGaz on Twitter and Bluesky Jeff on Mastodon: mastodon.social@jgamet Jeff on Bluesky: jgamet.bsky.social Jeff’s blogs: jeffgamet.com and freshbrewedtales.co Google Voice number 703-828-4677 (outside the US/ Your country code then 1, then the number) will incur charges if dialed directly. Ko-Fi Supporters https://ko-fi.com/macparrot Paypal Supporters: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/macparrot
July 29 · 1 hr 8 min
The GMen Show 44: Lease to Groan
Intro: Apple’s price increases are going to hit you hard the next time you want to upgrade. The current way is through your Apple Wallet with terms spread out for 12+ months at 0% interest. If you believe rumors, there’s a lease program about to start that could significantly lower how much you pay each, except you don’t actually own the device. For Pick’s Sake (Where applicable you fool you fool) Guy: DaVinchi Resolve. A free video editor if you want something more powerful than iMovie and less like certain apps I’ve recommended before that constantly nag you to go to a subscription model. Gaz : Chuck: Contact Infogmenshow@icloud.comMacParrot and VertShark on TwitterMacParrot on BlueSkyGazMaz on Mastadon: Gazmaz@c.im and on BlueskyGuyandGaz on Twitter and Bluesky Chuck Joiner ios the host of MacVoice recorded LIVE on Tuesday nights EST. Look for it on YouTube on the MacVoices channel or the Macvoices websited Google Voice number 703-828-4677 (outside the US/ Your country code then 1, then the number) will incur charges if dialed directly.Ko-Fi Supportershttps://ko-fi.com/macparrotPaypal Supporters:https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/macparrot
July 22 · 1 hr 6 min
Gmen Show 43: Macstockly Speaking
Intro: Macstock 10 has come and gone and if you didn’t go you really missed out.All day long speakers and get togethers and parties at night. For Pick’s Sake (Where applicable you fool you fool)Guy: Gaz : Dave: Contact Infogmenshow@icloud.comMacParrot and VertShark on TwitterMacParrot on BlueSkyGazMaz on Mastadon: Gazmaz@c.im and on BlueskyGuyandGaz on Twitter and Bluesky Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios Marty’s website: ThePodTalk.net @jencius Google Voice number 703-828-4677 (outside the US/ Your country code then 1, then the number) will incur charges if dialed directly.Ko-Fi Supportershttps://ko-fi.com/macparrotPaypal Supporters:https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/macparrot
July 1 · 51 min
The GMen Show 42: Margins for Error
Intro: If you didn’t buy some new or refurbished Apple gear over the last month or so, too bad. It’s likely going to cost you more now. Apple claims rising memory and storage prices are to blame, but let’s take a look at that. For Pick’s Sake (Where applicable you fool you fool) Guy: Retrocade - free-ish as part of Apple Arcade. Lots of classic 80’s video games like Pacman, Galaga, and many others. Gaz : Dave: UnionSine 2TB Ultra Slim Portable External Hard Drive HDD https://amzn.to/3RaFYqb Contact Info gmenshow@icloud.com MacParrot and VertShark on Twitter MacParrot on BlueSky GazMaz on Mastadon: Gazmaz@c.im and on Bluesky GuyandGaz on Twitter and Bluesky Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios Google Voice number 703-828-477 (outside the US/ Your country code then 1, then the number) will incur charges if dialed directly. Ko-Fi Supporters https://ko-fi.com/macparrot Paypal Supporters: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/macparrot
June 24 · 57 min
The GMen Show 41: Here's your new OS...kinda
Intro: A not very subtle signal at certain regions of the world WWDC2026 when it was announced that features touted for the various device versions of OS27 may be delayed due to regulatory restrictions in the EU and China. In particular S-Lady AI. The actual release and product availability for the OS should remain the same however with restrictions mostly about some features. For Pick’s Sake (Where applicable you fool you fool) Guy: Retrocade - free-ish as part of Apple Arcade. Lots of classic 80’s video games like Pacman, Galaga, and many others. Gaz : Dave: Netflix Documentary Breakdown: 1975 Contact Info gmenshow@icloud.com MacParrot and VertShark on Twitter MacParrot on BlueSky GazMaz on Mastadon: Gazmaz@c.im and on Bluesky GuyandGaz on Twitter and Bluesky Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios Google Voice number 703-828-477 (outside the US/ Your country code then 1, then the number) will incur charges if dialed directly. Ko-Fi Supporters https://ko-fi.com/macparrot Paypal Supporters: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/macparrot
June 17 · 1 hr 12 min
The GMen Show 40: SAI or Siri AI
Intro: WWDC had loads of stuff related to kinda everything Apple touches or produces. Instead of trying to go through it all, let’s just talk about Siri AI. For Pick’s Sake (Where applicable you fool you fool) Guy: Retrocade - free-ish as part of Apple Arcade. Lots of classic 80’s video games like Pacman, Galaga, and many others. Gaz : Marty: Enote - simple note app that syncs across systems https://apps.apple.com/us/app/enote-easy-sticky-notes/id6753107770 Contact Info gmenshow@icloud.com MacParrot and VertShark on Twitter MacParrot on BlueSky GazMaz on Mastadon: Gazmaz@c.im and on Bluesky GuyandGaz on Twitter and Bluesky Marty’s website: ThePodTalk.net @jencius Google Voice number 703-828-477 (outside the US/ Your country code then 1, then the number) will incur charges if dialed directly. Ko-Fi Supporters https://ko-fi.com/macparrot Paypal Supporters: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/macparrot
June 3 · 1 hr 16 min
The GMen Show 39: Dub Dub Rumor Hub
Intro: WWDC 2026 is coming and the rumors are flying fast and with an urgency not felt for the last few years. What’s behind the shift? Is it the changing of the guard with a new CEO soon? Greater expectations of Apple’s progress with AI? Maybe it’s a sign that change is needed at Apple and some kind of direction needs to be seen from the top. For Pick’s Sake (Where applicable you fool you fool) Guy: Gaz : Jeff: BBedit Contact Info gmenshow@icloud.com MacParrot and VertShark on Twitter MacParrot on BlueSky GazMaz on Mastadon: Gazmaz@c.im and on Bluesky GuyandGaz on Twitter and Bluesky Jeff on Mastodon: mastodon.social@jgamet Jeff on Bluesky: jgamet.bsky.social Jeff’s blogs: jeffgamet.com and freshbrewedtales.com Google Voice number 703-828-477 (outside the US/ Your country code then 1, then the number) will incur charges if dialed directly. Ko-Fi Supporters https://ko-fi.com/macparrot Paypal Supporters: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/macparrot
May 27 · 1 hr 1 min
The GMen Show 38: AL U Minun
Intro: Apparently Chrome Books are like Trix cereal and just for kids. They’re being replaced in droves by Macbook Neos and other inexpensive computers. To combat that, Google is coming out with a new desktop operating system called the Aluminum OS (or Aluminion for our UK friends). Good plan? Hard to say but dumping Chrome as an OS seems like a step in the right direction. For Pick’s Sake (Where applicable you fool you fool) Guy: Sound Source from Rogue Amoeba - This is the best tool for dealing with system wide audio on your Mac. From a handy menubar control, you can set audio defaults as well as reroute audio from one source to another. You can it free or pay $49 for this very useful tool. If you already have an older version, the upgrade price is $25. https://rogueamoeba.com/soundsource/ Gaz : Dave: Roost V3 Laptop Stand – Adjustable and Extremely Portable Laptop Stand – PC and MacBook Stand https://amzn.to/3RskTYb Contact Info gmenshow@icloud.com MacParrot and VertShark on Twitter MacParrot on BlueSky GazMaz on Mastadon: Gazmaz@c.im and on Bluesky GuyandGaz on Twitter and Bluesky Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios Google Voice number 703-828-477 (outside the US/ Your country code then 1, then the number) will incur charges if dialed directly. Ko-Fi Supporters https://ko-fi.com/macparrot Paypal Supporters: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/macparrot
May 20 · 1 hr 36 min
GMenShow 37: What's Next?
Intro: Getting close to WWDC 27 and Apple has so many rumors flying around. Between a new CEO, a mega hit laptop, and speculation about upcoming products, it’s a virtual cornucopia of unknowns. Are we going to pull the covers back and reveal all the new stuff. Oh heck no, but we’ll talk about what we think is happening. For Pick’s Sake (Where applicable you fool you fool) Guy: iExit by Metrocket - Amazing app with up to the minute gas prices, travel coupons for hotels, restaurants all by exits in whatever state you’re in. Also searches by Interstate highway and some major state routes. It’s location aware and defaults to Apple Maps to show where the business is you’re looking for. Small fee to remove ads but otherwise free Gaz : Jeff: Plexamp - Plex’s app just for playing music from your plex server. It’s great for discovery and curation. It’s the music interface for audiophiles who listen to their own music library. https://www.plex.tv/plexamp/- Contact Info gmenshow@icloud.com MacParrot and VertShark on Twitter MacParrot on BlueSky GazMaz on Mastadon: Gazmaz@c.im and on Bluesky GuyandGaz on Twitter and Bluesky Jeff on Mastodon: mastodon.social@jgamet Jeff on Bluesky: jgamet.bsky.social Jeff’s blogs: jeffgamet.com and freshbrewedtales.com Google Voice number 703-828-477 (outside the US/ Your country code then 1, then the number) will incur charges if dialed directly. Ko-Fi Supporters https://ko-fi.com/macparrot Paypal Supporters: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/macparrot
May 13 · 1 hr 8 min
GMen Show 36: I can see clearly now
Intro: Is it possible to look into our crystal balls and determine what Apple might bring to the table in iOS 27 by looking at existing its disability features? For Pick’s Sake (Where applicable you fool you fool) Guy: Thank Goodness you’re here! A silly fun game in the Apple App Store for $19.99. A little pricey but fun Dave: DotDisk™ 80Gbps SSD Enclosure Gaz : Contact Info gmenshow@icloud.com MacParrot and VertShark on Twitter MacParrot on BlueSky GazMaz on Mastadon: Gazmaz@c.im and on Bluesky GuyandGaz on Twitter and Bluesky Dave: https://youtube.com/intouchwithios and nearly everywhere else as daveg65! Google Voice number 703-828-477 (outside the US/ Your country code then 1, then the number) will incur charges if dialed directly. Ko-Fi Supporters https://ko-fi.com/macparrot Paypal Supporters: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/macparrot
May 6 · 1 hr 10 min
GMen Show 35: No Vision
Intro: According to some, Apple is quietly abandoning the Vision Pro after lackluster sales with the M5 upgrade last year. The usual suspects are sited, high price, too heavy, not enough developer support. What if the goal isn’t the Vision Pro but something else? For Pick’s Sake (Where applicable you fool you fool) Guy: ChatGPT Atlas. It is both a web browser and LLM/AI chat bot. It’s quick as most other browsers and if you use an AI client a lot, it’s quite handy. Product searching isn’t about ad placement. Be aware it’s also gathering information based on what you ask it so privacy is not the main focus Gaz : Marty: logi tech mx keys mini minimalist https://www.amazon.com/dp/B098JCTY32GLORIOUS Gaming Sound Dampening Keyboard Mathttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCPFD2H6 Contact Info gmenshow@icloud.com MacParrot and VertShark on Twitter MacParrot on BlueSky GazMaz on Mastadon: Gazmaz@c.im and on Bluesky GuyandGaz on Twitter and Bluesky Marty: jencius@gmail.com podtalk.net Google Voice number 703-828-477 (outside the US/ Your country code then 1, then the number) will incur charges if dialed directly. Ko-Fi Supporters https://ko-fi.com/macparrot Paypal Supporters: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/macparrot
April 29 · 1 hr 39 min
GMen Show 34: So long and thanks for all the fish
Intro: Well what was once thought of as unthinkable has finally happened. Tim Cook is stepping down as Apple’s CEO to be replaced by John Ternus. For a lot of people who joined Apple or didn’t buy Apple products until after 2011, Cook was the only CEO that they have known. For Ternus, he’s stepping in as Apple seems to be at their strongest with rumored new product releases right around the corner. His story is for later as we discuss Tim Cook’s hits and misses over the years. For Pick’s Sake (Where applicable you fool you fool) Guy: For a good small-ish starter Mic, I recommend the Lewitt 240 Pro condenser. It’s about $130 on Amazon. Remember to get a good mic stand and pop filetr for it as well. https://www.amazon.com/LEWITT-LCT-Condenser-Microphone-Black/dp/B072F5J32C/ Gaz : Jeff: Waterllama https://waterllama.com/ Contact Info gmenshow@icloud.com MacParrot and VertShark on Twitter MacParrot on BlueSky GazMaz on Mastadon: Gazmaz@c.im and on Bluesky GuyandGaz on Twitter and Bluesky Jeff's Fresh Brewed Tales is back Jeff’s Macstock $50 discount code: DIGIWIZARD Jeff's Social stuff is JGamet EVERYWHERE! Google Voice number 703-828-477 (outside the US/ Your country code then 1, then the number) will incur charges if dialed directly. Ko-Fi Supporters https://ko-fi.com/macparrot Paypal Supporters: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/macparrot
April 22 · 1 hr 13 min
GMen Show 33: Take the A Train
Apple has a HUGE success with the Macbook Neo. Are their any other Apple products other than the iPhone and iPad that Apple could apply a Neo tag to?For Pick’s Sake (Where applicable you fool you fool) Guy: Gaz : Dave: https://weddingplayer.app/Contact InfoDave@daveg65 on BlueSky and Mastodon. YouTube @intouchwithios gmenshow@icloud.comMacParrot and VertShark on TwitterMacParrot on BlueSkyGazMaz on Mastadon: Gazmaz@c.im and on BlueskyGuyandGaz on Twitter and BlueskyGoogle Voice number 703-828-477 (outside the US/ Your country code then 1, then the number) will incur charges if dialed directly.Ko-Fi Supportershttps://ko-fi.com/macparrotPaypal Supporters:https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/macparrot
April 15 · 1 hr 21 min
GMen Show 32: Neo yes? Neo no.
Intro: The Macbook Neo is the smash hit of the spring for Apple. Sleek design, lightweight, sturdy materials, it’s THE laptop for those that don’t need the power of an M-series chip. But it’s not perfect for everyone. What might be holding some people back from buying one? For Pick’s Sake (Where applicable you fool you fool) Guy: Backblaze. Cloud backup system. $99 for 1 computer and any storage you have attached. backblaze.com Gaz : Marty: Ears https://retina.studio/ears/ Contact Info gmenshow@icloud.com MacParrot and VertShark on Twitter MacParrot on BlueSky GazMaz on Mastadon: Gazmaz@c.im and on Bluesky GuyandGaz on Twitter and Bluesky @jencius at all the socials ThePodTalk.Net Google Voice number 703-828-477 (outside the US/ Your country code then 1, then the number) will incur charges if dialed directly. Ko-Fi Supporters https://ko-fi.com/macparrot Paypal Supporters: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/macparrot
April 8 · 1 hr 2 min
Gmen Show 31: Is Apple Intelligence worth the wait?
Intro: Seems like its been a long time since Apple first previewed Apple Intelligence and is anyone still believing the hype? Dave's Thunderbolt 5 cable: TB5 Cables https://a.co/d/0hR tnPGa https://a.co/d/02FkfhGj Cable tester https://a.co/d/00j5En7R For Pick’s Sake (Where applicable you fool you fool) Guy: Perplexity App. Available through the Apple Mac App Store https://apps.apple.com/us/app/perplexity-ai-search-chat/id1668000334 Gaz : Dave: Elsewhen https://apps.apple.com/us/app/elsewhen/id1588708173 Contact Info Dave @daveg65 on BlueSky and Mastodon. YouTube @intouchwithios gmenshow@icloud.com MacParrot and VertShark on Twitter MacParrot on BlueSky GazMaz on Mastadon: Gazmaz@c.im and on Bluesky GuyandGaz on Twitter and Bluesky Google Voice number 703-828-477 (outside the US/ Your country code then 1, then the number) will incur charges if dialed directly. Ko-Fi Supporters https://ko-fi.com/macparrot Paypal Supporters: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/macparrot
April 1 · 45 min
Gmen Show 30: Goodbye Mac Pro
Intro: It should come as no surprise that Apple has quietly removed the Mac Pro from the Apple Store. Maybe the bigger question is…why did it take so long? For Pick’s Sake (Where applicable you fool you fool) Guy: Gaz : Contact Info gmenshow@icloud.com MacParrot and VertShark on Twitter MacParrot on BlueSky GazMaz on Mastadon: Gazmaz@c.im and on Bluesky GuyandGaz on Twitter and Bluesky Google Voice number 703-828-477 (outside the US/ Your country code then 1, then the number) will incur charges if dialed directly. Ko-Fi Supporters https://ko-fi.com/macparrot Paypal Supporters: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/macparrot

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