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Jul 8, 2013 • 1h 25min

145: Keyboard Maestro Turns 6

David and Katie take a look at the new version of Keyboard Maestro and discuss what it does, how you can use it to automate tasks on your Mac, when you should use Keyboard Maestro over other automation tools and choosing the right tool for the right job. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Please support our sponsors for this episode: 1PasswordHave you ever forgotten a password? Now you don't have to worry about that anymore. The Omni GroupWe're passionate about productivity for Mac, iPhone and iPad. Pixelmator Beautifully designed, easy-to-use, fast, and powerful image editing app for the Mac. DaisyDisk Manage your Mac’s drive with panache. Links and Show Notes: Links for this episode:Keyboard Maestro 6.1Work Faster with Macros for Mac OS X Peter N Lewis (peternlewis) on TwitterKeyboard Maestro (keyboardmaestro) on TwitterYahoo Groups: Keyboard MaestroA mail list for the discussion of Keyboard Maestro and related Mac OS X topics. All beta and new version announcements will go to this list. Keyboard Maestro (keyboardmaestro) on App.netMac Power Users #64: Keyboard MaestroIn this episode Katie and David get geeky with the automation and macro creation program Keyboard Maestro. For this episode, we’re joined special guest and Keyboard Maestro guru, Gabe Weatherhead aka MacDrifter. 70Decibels - GenerationalLearning about the world, one conversation at a time. Hosted by Gabe Weatherhead and Erik Hess macdrifter (macdrifter) on TwitterNoodlesoft | Simply useful Mac softwareTextExpander: Mac Typing Shortcut Utility Saves You TimeType more with less effort! TextExpander saves your fingers and your keyboard, expanding custom keyboard shortcuts into frequently-used text and pictures... Mac 101: AutomatorAutomator is your personal automation assistant, making it easy for you to do more, and with less hassle. With Automator, you use a simple drag-and-drop process to create and run “automation recipes” that perform simple or complex tasks for you, when and where you need them. Mac Gems: Keyboard Maestro 6 is a genius at repetitive tasks | MacworldWarGames - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaThe film follows David Lightman (Broderick), a young hacker who unwittingly accesses WOPR, a United States military supercomputer programmed to predict possible outcomes of nuclear war. Lightman gets WOPR to run a nuclear war simulation, originally believing it to be a computer game. The simulation causes a national nuclear missile scare and nearly starts World War III. Jacob Jensen Doorbell IICordless doorbell with five specially composedtunes in high sound quality. Option to download or createyour own tunes in MIDI format using a computer, the enclosedsoftware and USB cable. The sound can be high, low or off.A diode on both chime and bell push not only illuminates,when someone rings the bell, but also when the batteries arelow. An unlimited number of bell pushes can be connected tothe chime. These can be bought separately. Likewise, severalchimes can be combined as required. Unclutter App - Your instant digital pocketLingon 3 - Mac App StoreAvoid Accidentally Quitting Apps with Lingon — KatieFloyd.mecron - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaThe software utility cron is a time-based job scheduler in Unix-like computer operating systems. People who set up and maintain software environments use cron to schedule jobs (commands or shell scripts) to run periodically at fixed times, dates, or intervals. It typically automates system maintenance or administration—though its general-purpose nature makes it useful for things like connecting to the Internet and downloading email at regular intervals Hazel 3.1 on VimeoHazel 3.1's date pattern matching feature is too good to miss. AppleScript Overview: Introduction to AppleScript OverviewBen Waldie (applescriptguru) on TwitterAutomated Workflows, LLCAlfred App - Productivity App for Mac OS XLaunchBar 5Quicksilver — Mac OS X at your FingertipsOmniFocus Screencasts — MacSparkyAmazon.com: Verbatim TUFF 'N' TINY 8 GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive 96816 (Purple): ElectronicsPiezo - Mac App StorePiezo makes it a snap to record audio on your Mac. In seconds, you'll be recording audio from any application or from audio inputs like microphones. Mizage - ShushProblem: Voice chat is awesome, but sooner or later you’ll send something you wish others hadn’t heard.Solution: Shush solves this problem by providing simple hotkey microphone management. Bartender | Mac Menu Bar Item ControlBartender lets you organize your Menu Bar Apps, by hiding them, rearranging them, or moving them to the Bartenders Bar. You can display the full menu bar, set options to have Menu Bar Apps show in the menu bar when they are updating, or have them always visible in the Bartenders Bar. Jump Desktop | Remote Desktop (RDP and VNC) for iPad, iPhone, iPod and AndroidJump Desktop is a remote desktop app that lets you securely connect to any computer in the world. ControlPlaneControlPlane allows you to build configuration profiles, contexts in ControlPlane lingo, for your Mac based on where you are or what you are doing.  ControlPlane determines where you are or what you are doing based on a number of available evidence sources and then automatically reconfigures your Mac based on your preferences. 5by5 | Mac Power Users #136: iOS AutomationDavid and Katie talk about their favorite apps and tools for automating tasks on iOS 5by5 | Mac Power Users #76: Workflows with Daniel JalkutDavid and Katie chat with developer Daniel Jalkut to discuss how he uses his Mac to run a software company and the tools he uses to develop applications for the Mac and iOS. Red Sweater - Amazing Mac SoftwareOrbicule | UndercoverOrbicule | WitnessWitness turns your Mac into a home alarm system, using its iSight camera as a motion sensor. If motion is detected, Witness sends mugshots and video to your iPhone or iPad. Cryptonomicon: Neal Stephenson: 9780060512804: Amazon.com: BooksFringe (TV series) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaFringe is an American science fiction television series created by J. J. Abrams, Alex Kurtzman, and Roberto Orci. It premiered on the Fox Broadcasting network on September 9, 2008, and concluded on January 18, 2013, after five seasons and 100 episodes. The series follows Olivia Dunham (Anna Torv), Peter Bishop (Joshua Jackson), and Walter Bishop (John Noble), members of a Federal Bureau of Investigation "Fringe Division" team based in Boston, Massachusetts under the supervision of Homeland Security. The team uses "fringe" science and FBI investigative techniques to investigate a series of unexplained, often ghastly occurrences, which are related to mysteries surrounding a parallel universe. The series has been described as a hybrid of The X-Files, Altered States, and The Twilight Zone. dashkards — dashboard cheat sheets for your favorite mac appsKeyboard shortcuts are so much more efficient than using the mouse. The only problem: They're hard to remember, especially the ones you don't use all that often. Same goes for things like Terminal commands, Twitter search syntax, multitouch gestures or anything else you can't simply point and click a mouse at. KeyCue - find, remember, and learn menu shortcutsOS X application has 40 to 80 menu shortcuts?Menu shortcuts are supposed to provide quick access to frequently used menu commands. Honestly though, how many shortcut keys do you know by heart?KeyCue helps you to use your Mac OS X applications more effectively by displaying a concise table of all currently available menu shortcuts. ZiteYour Zite is as unique as you are. Zite learns what you like and gets smarter as you use it. Zite analyzes millions of articles each day and brings you the best of your favorite magazines, newspapers, authors, blogs, and videos. Feed Wrangler Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership
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Jun 30, 2013 • 1h 27min

144: Workflows with Chris Breen

David and Katie chat with Macworld Senior Editor Chris Breen to talk Music, Podcasting, Writing Workflows and his favorite Mac Gems. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Our exclusive sponsor for this episode: Smile: With productivity boosters like TextExpander and PDFpen, Smile makes you a Mac Power User. Guest Starring: Christopher Breen Links and Show Notes: Links for this episode:Chris's Blog - Hair-Breened IdeasChris Breen (BodyofBreen) on TwitterChristopher Breen (chrisbreen) on App.netChristopher Breen | MacworldSonosRdioMOGWith MOG you get over 16 million songs everywhere. No more need to buy MP3s, store them on your computer and sync them to every device. With MOG, you get all the music everywhere. RhapsodyPandora Internet RadioSongza - Listen to Music Curated by Music ExpertsiTunes RadioFour music subscription services compared | MacworldApple - iTunes - MatchGoogle PlayBare Bones Software | BBEdit 10BBEdit - Mac App StoreMac 911MarkdownBywordSimple and efficient text editor for Mac, iPhone and iPad. Byword - Mac App StoreByword for iOS - App StoreMacworld PodcastGarageBand - Mac App StoreAdobe Audition recording softwareEnhanced Podcast - WikipediaMac 101Mac Power Users 135: Workflows with Serenity CaldwellDavid and Katie sit down with Serenity Caldwell to talk about working from home, her favorite Apps, standing desks, authoring ebooks, and a whole lot more. Google DriveHBO Go on Apple TV a no-go for DirecTV customers | MacworldBusyMacBusyCal - Mac App StoreTraining, tutorials & online classes by expert Christopher BreenApple - User GroupsSnapz Pro X | Ambrosia Software, Inc.ScreenFlow - Mac App StoreScreenFlow is powerful, easy-to-use screen recording and editing software for the Mac. Apple - Final Cut Pro XFinal Cut Pro X - Mac App StoreAutomatorWith Automator, you can accomplish time-consuming, repetitive manual tasks quickly, efficiently, and effortlessly. Automator lets you skip the complex programming and scripting that is normally required to create automations. Instead, you assemble individual steps into a complete task by dragging these actions into an Automator workflow. MPU 070: Working with AutomatorApple automation guru, Ben Waldie, joins David and Katie to discuss incorporating Automator and AppleScript into your Mac workflows. Automated Workflows, LLCBen Waldie, president of Automated Workflows, LLC, has been a vocal evangelist of AppleScript, and a developer of professional AppleScript-based solutions for businesses across the globe for years. Automated Workflows, LLC was created from his strong desire to provide clients with solid, reliable AppleScript-based solutions, complete with impeccable customer service and support. Ben Waldie (applescriptguru) on TwitterArticles by Ben Waldie | MacworldSal Soghoian - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaKeyboard Maestro 6.0.1: Work Faster with Macros for Mac OS XWhether you are a power user or a grand parent (or both!), your time is precious. So why waste it when Keyboard Maestro can help improve almost every aspect of using your Mac. Even the simplest things, like typing your email address, or going to Gmail or Facebook, launching Pages, or duplicating a line, all take time and add frustration. HazelHazel is a System Preference pane that works silently in the background, automatically filing, organizing and cleaning. David's video on Hazel 3.1 Date MatchingChris's Band System 9 on YouTubePG Music Inc. - Band-in-a-Box"Intelligent Music Accompaniment Software" Just type in the chords for any song using standard chord symbols (like C, Fm7 or C13b9), choose the style you'd like, and Band-in-a-Box does the rest. Kurzweil Pro KeyboardsThe MagazineAbout DragThingPuts all your documents, folders, and applications a single click away. It allows multiple docks,stores frequently-used clippings, and lets you easily paste them into other applications.DragThing also allows you to define a wide variety of hot keys that can open items in docks, control various other aspects of DragThing and even control the visibility of and switching between other applications running on your Mac. iTunes - Of Eve by Christopher Breen More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments
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Jun 23, 2013 • 1h 35min

143: RSS and Replacing Google Reader

David and Katie talk about the impending shutdown of Google Reader and their solutions for RSS This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: The Omni GroupWe're passionate about productivity for Mac, iPhone and iPad. Pixelmator Beautifully designed, easy-to-use, fast, and powerful image editing app for the Mac. DaisyDisk Manage your Mac’s drive with panache. Clarify A better way to work with screenshots. Links and Show Notes: Links for this episode:RSS - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaRSS Rich Site Summary (originally RDF Site Summary, often dubbed Really Simple Syndication) is a family of web feed formats used to publish frequently updated works—such as blog entries, news headlines, audio, and video—in a standardized format.[2] An RSS document (which is called a "feed", "web feed",[3] or "channel") includes full or summarized text, plus metadata such as publishing dates and authorship. MPU 018: Managing The Onslaught | Mac Power UsersThe daily barage of links, feeds, and e-mail sites can become overwhelming. In this episode, David and Katie talk about managing the the daily flood of data using RSS, Instapaper, and other solutions. NetNewsWire AppBrent Simmons (brentsimmons) on TwitterGoogle Reader - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaOfficial Google Reader Blog: Powering Down Google ReaderWe have just announced on the Official Google Blog that we will soon retire Google Reader (the actual date is July 1, 2013 ReederReeder - iTunesThe Future of ReederProbably most importantly, one thing that's clear: Development of Reeder will continue after July 1st. Mr. Reader - Google Reader client for the iPadMr. Reeder - iTunesOmniFocus for Mac - The Omni GroupWords App- Mac App StoreMac Power Users 127: Workflows with Clayton Morris | Mac Power UsersDavid and Katie sit down with Clayton Morris from Fox News to learn about his workflows Clayton Morris (ClaytonMorris) on TwitterRead Quick - iTunesDr. Drang's BlogMacworld - News, tips, and reviews from the Apple expertsDaring FireballBlack PixelKeyboard Maestro 6.0.1: Work Faster with Macros for Mac OS XFeed WranglerFeed Wrangler, The First Month - David SmithCMD+Space #46: Developing For A Living, with David SmithThis week Myke is joined by David Smith and they discuss Feed Wrangler and his many other projects. Slow Feeds - iTunesFavs: App for Social Network Internet Favorites.GitHub · Build software better, together.FeedbinFeedlyDigg - What the Internet is talking about right nowBetaworks - A New Medium CompanyGoogle Takeout Products - the Data Liberation FrontTwitter Help Center | Using Twitter listsFlipboardUmanoAmong OthersJason Snell (jsnell) on TwitterFever° Red hot. Well read.World Domination SummitiA Writer for MacDropbox - What is Packrat? Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership
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Jun 12, 2013 • 1h 58min

142: WWDC 2013

David and Katie take a break from their regularly scheduled programing to talk iOS 7, OS X Mavericks, new Apple Hardware and their thought on Apple's roadmap. We also have an update from Jean MacDonald about AppCamp4Girls. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1PasswordHave you ever forgotten a password? Now you don't have to worry about that anymore. Squarespace Everything you need to create an amazing website. Transporter A new way to share, access and protect files. Gazelle Get cash for your used iPhone, iPad, MacBook and other Apple products. What’s your gadget worth? Guest Starring: Jean MacDonald Links and Show Notes: Links for this episode:App Camp For GirlsApp Camp For Girls wants to address the gender imbalance among software developers by giving girls the chance to learn how to build apps, to be inspired by women instructors, and to get exposure to software development as a career. App Camp For Girls | IndiegogoHelp us launch a non-profit organization! At camp, girls learn how to brainstorm, design, and build iPhone apps, working with women developers and designers. App Stories | Tales to Inspire A New Generation of DevelopersTales to inspire a new generation of developers Jean MacDonald (macgenie) on TwitterApp Camp For Girls (AppCamp4Girls) on Twitter5by5 | Mac Power Users #107: Marketing and Learning to Develop Apps with Jean MacDonaldKatie and David are joined by Jean MacDonald, who explains how she goes about marketing and running a small software company with Apple technology, Jean's budding education as an App developer, and her new project, App Camp for Girls. Apple - Apple Events - WWDC 2013 KeynoteApple - iOS 7Apple - OS X MavericksDo even more with new apps and new features. Apple - AirPort ExtremeWith three-stream 802.11ac technology, the AirPort Extreme Base Station takes Wi?Fi speeds over the top. Now you can reach data rates of up to 1.3 Gbps1 — triple the previous 802.11n standard Apple - Mac ProHere’s a sneak peek at what’s next for the pro computer. Apple - MacBook AirThe 11-inch MacBook Air now lasts up to 9 hours between charges and the 13-inch model lasts up to an incredible 12 hours. Apple - Designed by AppleThis is our signature. Apple - iTunes Radio - Hear where your music takes you.Mac, PC, or Apple TV. You’ll have access to Featured Stations, stations inspired by the music you already listen to, and more than 200 genre-focused stations AirPort Extreme Gains 802.11ac, New Design - The Mac ObserverSiri and iOS in the Car updates announced at WWDC | TUAW - The Unofficial Apple WeblogDaring Fireball: 'This Is Our Signature': iOS 7Next-generation Apple Mac Pro eyes-on at WWDC 2013Intention - WWDC VideoWWDC intro video Mavericks (location) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia27 new iOS 7 features Apple didn't talk about | MacworldNew MacBook Airs offer all-day battery life, better graphics performance | MacworldThe wait is nearly over: Apple unveils new Mac Pro | MacworldAnandTech | 2013 MacBook Air: PCIe SSD and Haswell ULT InsideAnandTech | Up Close with the New Mac Pro More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments
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Jun 10, 2013 • 1h 57min

141: Traveling with Alex Lindsay

David and Katie talk with Alex Lindsay about his travel adventures and tech. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Please support our exclusive sponsor for this episode: Smile: With productivity boosters like TextExpander and PDFpen, Smile makes you a Mac Power User. Guest Starring: Alex Lindsay Links and Show Notes: Links for this episode:Alex Lindsay - Google+alexlindsay (alexlindsay) on TwitterPixel Corps - Pixel Corps WebsitePixel Corps (@pixelcorps) on TwitterStarWars.com | Star Wars - Episode VII, The Clone Wars & GamesJ. J. Abrams - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaJeffrey Jacob "J. J." Abrams (born June 27, 1966) is an American film and television producer, screenwriter, director, actor and composer. He is well known for his work in the genres of action, drama and science fiction. JJ Abrams: The mystery box | Video on TED.comJ.J. Abrams traces his love for the unseen mystery –- a passion that’s evident in his films and TV shows, including Cloverfield, Lost and Alias -- back to its magical beginnings. 5by5 | The Incomparable #143: The Best "Star Wars" Movie In YearsPress down on the warp lever and hide away your out-of-date continuity reference materials. It's time for us to discuss J.J. Abrams' reimagined Star Trek, with an emphasis on the new film "Star Trek Into Darkness." Among our topics: The great casting in both movies, the merits of a Spock-to-Spock Skype call, McCoy's Tribble-based scientific method, and the themes of self-sacrifice in the new movie. Plus we reference every single classic Star Trek movie along the way! And yes, there are spoilers. Lots and lots of spoilers. Darmok - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia"Darmok" is the 102nd episode of the science fiction television series Star Trek: The Next Generation, the second episode of the fifth season. The episode features Paul Winfield, who previously played Captain Terrell in Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan, and Ashley Judd in her debut acting performance. The Inner Light (Star Trek: The Next Generation) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia"The Inner Light" is the 125th episode overall and the 25th episode of the fifth season of the American science fiction television series Star Trek: The Next Generation. The episode was written by freelance writer Morgan Gendel based on his original pitch. Gendel is credited as writer of the story and co-writer of the teleplay with Peter Allan Fields. It is the penultimate episode of the season and was first broadcast on June 1, 1992. The episode is widely considered by critics and fans as one of the best episodes of the entire Star Trek franchise. In 1993, "The Inner Light" won the Hugo Award for Best Dramatic Presentation. MacBreak Weekly | TWiT.TVGet the latest Apple news and views from the top names in Mac, iPhone, iPod, and iPad journalism. 4K resolution - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaSeveral 4K resolutions exist in digital television and digital cinematography. The term 4K refers to the horizontal resolution (instead of the vertical) of these formats, which are all on the order of 4,000 pixels. TextExpander touch 2.0 on VimeoSamsonite luggage, suitcases, travel bags, laptop bags, backpacksPelican Products 1510LOC Laptop Overnight CaseVibram FiveFingers: Toe Shoes & Minimalist ShoesTravel Packing Cubes - Pack-It Traveler Systems and Cube Sets | Eagle CreekLifehacker: Rolling Clothes Prevents Wrinkles and Saves Packing SpaceThe Digital Rucksack 467-DL | Kata BagsLiana Lehua (LianaLehua) on TwitterTactical Bags | 5.11 TacticalSmart Alec - Backpack TOM BIHNThe Smart Alec is a modular backpack system: customize it to carry your gear with a variety of interior and exterior organizational pockets. Vertical Brain Cell - Hard-sided laptop case. - TOM BIHNThe Vertical Brain Cell provides superior hard-sided protection for your laptop. The construction offers the toughest protection you can get for your laptop in a case that is still light and minimalist. TripIt - Travel Itinerary - Trip Plannerhotels.comCheap Hotels, Discounts, Hotel Deals and Offers iOS: Using PassbookWith Passbook, your boarding passes, movie tickets, retail coupons, loyalty cards, and more are now all in one place. ScottevestTravel Clothing for Men and Women: Multi-pocket Vests, Jackets, Shirts, Pants iCloud: Find My iPhoneKeanu Is Sad / Sad KeanuSad Keanu is a photoshop meme based on a paparazzi photograph of the Canadian American actor Keanu Reeves sitting on a park bench and enjoying a sandwich by himself. Apple 60W MagSafe Power AdaptorThe 60 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter features a magnetic DC connector that ensures your power cable will disconnect if it experiences undue strain and helps prevent fraying or weakening of the cables over time. In addition, the magnetic DC helps guide the plug into the system for a quick and secure connection. Etymotic Research, Inc.High-fidelity Earphones, Headsets and Hearing Instrumentation Ultimate EarsShure Earphones & HeadphonestheBoomThe Worlds Best Noise Canceling Headsets. MiFi Intelligent Mobile HotspotsRwanda - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaAfrica Digital Media Academyhis new vocational training program is the first of its kind in Africa, providing students with the skills necessary to work in all areas of the digital media industry. The ADMA is dedicated to preparing people to work with the same degree of talent and resources as anywhere else in the world. It educates and prepares Rwandan students at many age levels for production work in the video, visual effects and 3D areas, not just for film and TV, but for all industries from education to tourism, that need and use digital media. The Screen Savers - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaJakstaVideo Downloader, Video Converter, Music Downloader, MP3 Converter for Mac and PC More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments
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Jun 2, 2013 • 1h 37min

140: Listener Question and Answer

David and Katie catch up on listener feedback and talk about Dropbox hacks, syncing, audio and video tricks, archiving files, writing workflows and more. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1PasswordHave you ever forgotten a password? Now you don't have to worry about that anymore. Clarify A better way to work with screenshots. Fujitsu ScanSnap ScanSnap: Your productive, mobile, efficient, paperless life starts here! Lynda.com Learn software, business and creative skills. Links and Show Notes: Links for this episode:70Decibels -We're Moving To 5by5!Powering Down Google ReaderDropboxSend to Dropbox | Email + DropboxEver wish you could email files to your Dropbox? Well now you can! It's free, fast, secure and super simple too. All you have to do is connect with Dropbox, get your unique email address, and start sending files! Keyboard Shortcut for "Save as PDF..." in OS X — MacSparkyMacSparky's ? + PP PDF Trick Noodlesoft | HazelPrintopia Run Printopia on your Mac to share its printers to your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch. Add unlimited virtual printers to save print-outs to your Mac as PDF files. EvernoteOmniFocus for MacOmniFocus Mail DropMail Drop is a new feature of the Omni Sync Server that lets you send emails directly into your OmniFocus Inbox. You can create multiple private send-to addresses in order to give access to third parties, and delete those addresses at any time. The OmniFocus Mail Drop — MacSparkyMacSparky on the OmniFocus MailDrop OmniPresenceOmniPresence is the best way to sync all of your documents across all of your devices. And it works on most web hosts, including OS X Server, which means you can store all of your data yourself. OmniOutliner for MacSynology Network Attached StorageSynology NAS has many additional features, such as media streaming, remote access, personal cloud hosting, and much more Apple - OS X ServerChrome for MobileXmarksBookmark backup and syncing Pinboard: social bookmarking for introvertsPinboard is a fast, no-nonsense bookmarking site Pocket (Formerly Read It Later)InstapaperA simple tool to save web pages for reading later. IFTTTPut the internet to work for you. The next generation of Instapaper – Marco.orgI’m happy to announce that I’ve sold a majority stake in Instapaper to Betaworks. We’ve structured the deal with Instapaper’s health and longevity as the top priority, with incentives to keep it going well into the future. I will continue advising the project indefinitely, while Betaworks will take over its operations, expand its staff, and develop it further. Captio for iPhone - BoonbitsIt's simple. Open Captio and start typing. When you're done, hit Send. The note is immediately delivered to your email inbox. Launch Center ProLaunch Center Pro creates lightning quick shortcuts to specific features buried deep within apps. 5by5 | Mac Power Users #136: iOS AutomationDavid and Katie talk about their favorite apps and tools for automating tasks on iOS DraftsLaunch Drafts and start typing. It’s that simple. No upfront decisions about titles, filenames or folders. Return to drafts later, and a new draft is ready. Put Your Mac to Sleep with iOS Drafts — MacSparkyQR code - WikipediaRedLaserReflector.appAirPlay mirror your iPhone 4S, iPad 2 or the new iPad to any Mac or PC, wirelessly. Instacast 3DowncastAirServerAn AirPlay receiver for Mac/PC. It allows you to receive AirPlay feeds, similar to an Apple TV, so you can stream content or Mirror your display from your iOS devices or Mountain Lion. AirfoilSend any audio, all around your house TextExpanderType more with less effort! TextExpander saves your fingers and your keyboard, expanding custom keyboard shortcuts into frequently-used text and pictures... iTunes: Understanding iTunes Media Organization5by5 | Mac Power Users #120: Taking Notes with Mike RohdeDavid and Katie are joined by Mike Rohde, author of the Sketchnote Handbook, to talk about analog and digital forms of note taking. NotebooksThe only notebook you need on your iPhone, iPad, Mac and PC. Byword (Mac App Store)Byword for iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad on the iTunes App StoreCircus Ponies NoteBook for iPad on the iTunes App StoreTake notes with ease no matter your note-taking style: NoteBook combines free-form note taking, outlining, sketching, diagramming, PDF mark-up, and more to create the ultimate note taking environment. Plus, NoteBook's voice annotation system records the person speaking as you type your notes, so you'll never miss an important comment, assignment, or action item. Penultimate | EvernotePenultimate is the original and easiest-to-use handwriting app for iPad that combines the natural experience of pen and paper with the flexibility and syncing of Evernote. Lose the paper, keep the handwriting, and remember everything. Macs In Law Offices (MILO) - Google GroupsDay One | A simple Journal for iPhone, iPad and Mac App StorevJournal For EvernoteJournal turns Evernote into diary storage The Sketchnote TypefaceThe Sketchnote Handbook Video Edition: the illustrated guide to visual note taking (includes The Sketchnote Handbook book and access to The Sketchnote Handbook Video): Mike Rohde: 9780321885111: Amazon.com: BooksDrobo: Small Box | Big StorageBacking up and Drobo — KatieFloyd.meOnline Data Backup - Offsite, Onsite, & Cloud - CrashPlan Backup SoftwareChronoSyncWith ChronoSync on your Mac, you can synchronize, backup, and create bootable backups. ChronoSync can synchronize or backup to almost anything you can connect to your Mac. Jump DesktopJump Desktop is a remote desktop app that lets you securely connect to any computer in the world. 5by5 | Mac Power Users #75: Remote AccessDavid and Katie cover solutions for controlling Macs and PCs remotely with Macs, iPads, and iPhones. 5by5 | Mac Power Users #130: Computing with KidsDavid and Katie are joined by Natali Morris to talk about kids and technology. Topics include why it's important to introduce kids to tech, keeping children safe online, monitoring and limiting access and Natali's favorite apps and accessories. Treadmill Desks And The Benefits Of 'Walking Alive' : NPREvernote EssentialsEvernote Essentials is the definitive guide for people getting started with Evernote. Learning To Love EvernoteHave you always wanted to love Evernote, but never really got it? I completely understand! I was in your same place for 4 years, but just recently saw the light. I want to share with you how I learned to love Evernote! SecretsSecrets lets you customize many Mac OS settings that are hidden or incomplete. TimeMachineEditorTimeMachineEditor is a software for Mac OS X 10.7 Lion and Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion that lets you change the default one-hour backup interval of Time Machine. BetterTouchToolMoom · Many TricksDo you spend a lot of time moving and zooming windows, so you can better see and work with all the content on your Mac? Instead of doing that work yourself, let Moom handle the task for you. Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership
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May 27, 2013 • 1h 49min

139: Workflows with Ethan Schoonover

Ethan Schoonover joins David and Katie to talk about his Solarized project, and his graphic design, photography and home automation workflows. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Transporter A new way to share, access and protect files. Pixelmator Beautifully designed, easy-to-use, fast, and powerful image editing app for the Mac. Gazelle Get cash for your used iPhone, iPad, MacBook and other Apple products. What’s your gadget worth? Guest Starring: Ethan Schoonover Links and Show Notes: Links for this episode:Ethan SchoonoverEthan Schoonover (ethanschoonover) on TwitterSolarizedAdobe Creative CloudMacworld Podcast: Creative Cloud and iPhoto improvementsPDFpen: Mac PDF EditorIntuos Professional Pen TabletsCintiq Pen DisplaysNoteboard - Folding whiteboardHow to Develop 35MM Film in a Darkroom- YouTubeApple Cards AppShutterSnitchEye-Fi Memory CardsHazelDropbox Camera UploadFUJIFILM X-Pro1Nikon F - WikipediaE-PL5 | OlympusC-Pen - Digital HighlighterCanon SELPHY CP900 Wireless Color Photo PrinterEvernoteAmazon.com: Ectaco C-Pen 3.5 BT Bluetooth Handheld Scanner: ElectronicsEvernote PeekDEVONthinkdoo | Every Document of Your LifePocketReederIFTTT Ulysses IIISublime Text Tree, outliner for Mac OS XScrivenerOmniOutlinerOmniPresenceiRed 2 - Control your Mac from your iPhoneIRTrans Infrared Control SystemPut Your Mac to Sleep with iOS DraftsControlPlane | Context Sensitive ComputingDropcam SecuritySpy48 Inch Traditional BatlethThe Klingon DictionaryWeMoLinux.orgMoomLittle SnitchAirfoilBartenderKeyRemap4MacBookCaffeineMac App Store - PaluaBetterTouchToolPinboard: social bookmarking for introvertsListener Squarespace site - Curve WritingWin a TransporterSquarespace Everything you need to create an amazing website. More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments
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May 19, 2013 • 1h 51min

138: Syncing and Sharing

David and Katie revisit the topic of syncing and discuss how to sync information between your various devices and share with others. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password Have you ever forgotten a password? Now you don't have to worry about that anymore. Unclutter Your instant digital pocket for storing stuff. Clarify A better way to work with screenshots. Lynda.com Learn software, business and creative skills. Links and Show Notes: Links for this episode:Synology Network Attached StorageSynology Network Attached Storage - Cloud ServicesSimperiumSimperium is a service for developers to move dataeverywhere it's needed, instantly and automatically. Apple - iCloudiCloud does more than store your content — it lets you access your music, photos, calendars, contacts, documents, and more, from whatever device you’re on. And it’s built into every new iOS device and every new Mac. DropboxSugarSyncBox.com (formerly box.net)Google DriveDowncastInstacast 3Instacast for Mac - Public Beta Available30 Minutes To Sync1Password 4.2 for iOS gets huge updateBlack Pixel - The Return of NetNewsWireTogether for MaciCloud - Photo SharingMPU 047: Dropbox AwesomenessMPU 004: Staying in SyncDropboxPhotostreamDropDAViTunes - MatchMission Log: A Roddenberry Star Trek PodcastMacSparky Screencast - Email Sorcery on VimeoKlingon Weapon GuideThe lands stretching from the western slopes of Kri'staK to the waters of Lursor have been the home of the House of Toragh since the formation of the Empire. At the foot of Kri'stak lies the Heart of Kri'stak - the Forge of the House of Toragh. The sons of Toragh have supplied Klingon warriors with the finest blades in the Empire - 'etlhmey vaQqu' - for over 1500 years. These are but a few examples. Finding the best app for lists | MacworldMany great apps for the Mac, iPad, and iPhone will keep track of your to-do list. But what about other lists—ones that aren't composed of things you have to do but instead are just lists of things? Bat'lethOmniPresenceiCloud: Share a calendar with othersHow to create shared Reminders with iCloud in Mac OS X 10.8.2 | Macworldby John ChandlerGoogle Drive App Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership
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May 13, 2013 • 1h 36min

137: Workflows with Aisha Tyler

Aisha Tyler talks to Katie and David about being an "Art Shark." We discuss Aisha's work, creating podcasts, videos and books and how she manages her business. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Smile: With productivity boosters like TextExpander and PDFpen, Smile makes you a Mac Power User Guest Starring: Aisha Tyler Links and Show Notes: Links for this episode:Aisha's siteAisha on WikipediaAisha on IMDbgirl on guyAisha Tyler (aishatyler) on TwitterAisha's TV Show - The TalkArcher - Aisha's Animated SeriesSwerve - Aisha's BookAmazon.com: Shure SM58-LC Cardioid Vocal Microphone without Cable: Musical InstrumentsAmazon.com: ART Splitcom Pro 2 Way Microphone Splitter and Combiner: Musical InstrumentsFiRe 2 - Field RecorderZoom H4n Handy Portable Digital RecorderXLR Adapter with Pre-Amplifier - VeriCorder Technology StoreSelf-Inflicted Wounds: Heartwarming Tales of Epic Humiliation by Aisha TylerAisha Tyler - No A** at all Music Video5by5 | Mac Power Users #105: Workflows With Music Video Director Greg JardinThe Making Of "In Your Arms" (Stop Motion Animation) - YouTubeIn Your Arms - Kina Grannis (Official Music Video) Stop Motion Animation - YouTubeSquareCanon EOS 5D Mark IIIToutVineCalvetica Buddha JonesFinal DraftNotational VelocityNotesyThe CW Announces the Return of Whose Line is it Anyway? - ComingSoon.net Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership
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May 5, 2013 • 1h 32min

136: iOS Automation

David and Katie talk about their favorite apps and tools for automating tasks on iOS This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password Have you ever forgotten a password? Now you don't have to worry about that anymore. The Omni Group We're passionate about productivity for Mac, iPad and iPhone" Fujitsu ScanSnap ScanSnap: Your productive, mobile, efficient, paperless life starts here! Clarify A better way to work with screenshots. Links and Show Notes: Links for this episode:TextExpander TouchTextExpander Touch VideoTextExpander touch SDKURL Scheme Basics - iPhone Development 101ScreenCastsOnline - SCOI0097 1Password & URL Schemes5by5 | Mac Power Users #48: GoodReaderDrafts - Agile TortoiseAgile Tortoise - Greg Pierce's AppsLaunch Center ProScreenCastsOnline - SCOI0066 Launch Center ProLaunch Center Supported ActionsMacStories: How Pythonista Changed My WorkflowSerioustiger: Alfred 2 and bookmakersMacSparky: History of WorkflowMacSparky: The OmniFocus Mail DropKatieFloyd.me: Publishing a Tutorial With ClarifyPythonista Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership

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