In this feedback episode, Stephen and I revisit dictation, UUIDs, FileVault, and the longevity of recent Mac hardware. Then, I talk about a new computer in my life, and Stephen reworks his home screen.

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John Siracusa joins Stephen and me on the latest episode of Mac Power Users to talk about the 2019 Mac Pro and what Apple silicon may mean for pro users. Then, John talks about his pair of Mac apps and what he wants out of the future of macOS.

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Stephen and I get back to basics on this episode of Mac Power Users. Check out how calendars, contacts, and tasks can be effectively managed across a range of devices and apps.

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The Queen of Automation drops by the latest episode of Mac Power Users to talk about her current gear and use of Plex, as well as how she is using HomeKit and managing files.

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As the iPhone and iPad have become more full-featured, the software that runs them has gotten more complex and powerful. On the latest episode of Mac Power Users, Stephen and I run though a whole bunch of our favorite ways to get more out of these devices.

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Writer and lawyer Jeff Richardson returns to Mac Power Users to update Stephen and me on how he’s working at a 12.9-inch iPad Pro most of the time, even when needing to use Windows.

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From the beginning, Mac OS X was designed with security and privacy in mind. But over the years, Apple has worked to make both the Mac’s software and hardware even more so. In this week’s episode of Mac Power Users, Stephen and I cover what’s what when it comes to Mac security.

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At the end of an unprecedented year, Stephen and I take some time to reflect on what it’s meant for an Apple user, and what we’d like to see out of 2021 in terms of tech. Click here for the latest episode of Mac Power Users.

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In this feedback episode, Stephen and I revisit bookmarks and Mail, M1 Macs and 32-bit apps, note taking and keyboards. 

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Stephen and I talk through paperless tools, apps, and workflows in 2020 on this episode of Mac Power Users. Also, you may have heard this already, I released my new Paperless Field Guide.

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