For full stack creators who take photos, make videos and love tech
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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 Hackett.
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GHP is a show for camera nerds, coffee lovers, & content creators hosted by David Altizer & Connor McCaskill. Contact: ghourpod@gmail.com
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740: “From The Beatles to The Libertines,” with Lee Garrett
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Lee Garret is the new owner of ScreenCastsOnline. He joins Stephen and David to discuss his background in technology, his Apple gear, and how clear communication and processes are key to any successful endeavor. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase o…
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David and Stephen revisit Freeform and discuss how it's improved since its launch and what Apple could do next with the application. They also share how they use the app and how it shines in visionOS. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. NetSuite: The leading integrated cloud business software s…
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142: The Best Camera for Street Photography, with Simbarashe Cha
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A complete guide to street photography from New York Times street style photographer, Simbarashe Cha. How he got started in the industry, tips for shooting and we debate if Fuji or Leica make the best cameras for street photos. Watch the video Special Guest: Simbarashe Cha.By Tyler Stalman
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Stephen walks David through the ins and outs of collecting old Apple gear, and the pair take the wraps off an MPU redesign. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU. Sanebox: Stop drowning in email! AdBlock Pro: Block ads in Safari on iPhone, iPad, Mac and A…
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737: Scoring a Movie, with David Metzger
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David Metzger is a composer, arranger, and orchestrator with a celebrated career that has earned him Academy, Grammy, and Tony Awards. He joins the guys to talk about how the music for some of the most beloved films and shows of our time is made. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: NetSuite: The leading integrated cloud business softwa…
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736: Maintaining & Caring For Your Apple Hardware
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Stephen and David offer advice on how to best care for Macs, iPhones, iPads, and more, from cleaning to battery management and beyond. Then, the guys reflect on recent news, including the new MacBook Air and the death of the company's car project. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Ecamm: Powe…
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735: Catching up with Ryan JA Murphy
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Ryan Murphy returns to the Mac Power Users to discuss systems design principles when choosing software and workflows, intelligent use of AI tools, Obsidian, and using technology as a parent. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. NetSuite: The leading integrated cloud business software suite. Down…
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On this feedback episode, Stephen and David check in with the Vision Pro, discuss plumbing super powers, the mysteries of AppleCare, and more. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU. Parallels Desktop: Run Windows …
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David and Stephen battle it out in naming their favorite iOS apps. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Zocdoc: Find the right doctor, right now with Zocdoc. Sign up for free. NetSuite: The leading integrated cloud business software suite. Download NetSuite’s popular KPI Checklist, designed to give you consistently excellent performance…
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Mike Vardy drops by the show to talk about the journey behind his upcoming book, his love of the Freewrite family of products, and how he runs his growing online business. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU. Ec…
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731: “Tears Rolled Down My Light Seal”
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Subtitle: Our Apple Vision Pro Impressions Apple Vision Pro is here. David and Stephen share their initial thoughts on Apple's first new platform in ten years, talk about how it performs in entertainment and productivity and then answer some listener questions about the device. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forge…
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730: “Treat it as an Intern,” with Jeff Richardson
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Jeff Richardson returns to the show to talk about how AI has changed how he works with documents and how technologies like spatial computing and Standby can impact day-to-day workflows. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain usin…
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141: Designing the Stalman Clamp, with Brandon Peterson
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How I designed the Stalman Clam. the first vertical iPhone clamp with Kondor Blue Watch the videoBy Tyler Stalman
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729: Don't Hear What We Aren't Saying
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On this feedback episode: more about AppleCare and the Vision Pro, then some listener feedback and more proof Stephen and David spend too much time together. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Zocdoc: Find the right doctor, right now with Zocdoc. Sign up for free. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain us…
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Apple has several variations of its warranty offerings. This week, Stephen and David detail the differences between various AppleCare products and discuss their value to customers. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. NetSuite: The leading integrated cloud business software suite. Download NetSu…
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195: Tyler Stalman invented a better iPhone clamp. We ask him why.
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Kondor Blue and Tyler Stalman have made the world's first vertical iPhone 15 Pro Clamp and we talk all about it. Connor also switched to Sony, we do an iPhone 15 Pro 4 months later follow-up, and more shenanigans. FOLLOW TYLER: https://www.youtube.com/@stalman TIMESTAMPS (00:00) Introduction(02:29) iPhone 15 Pro 4 months later(18:05) iPhone 15 Pro …
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After years of thought and work, David has launched The Productivity Field Guide. In this episode, he speaks with Stephen about some of the elements of the guide, what went into it and what comes next. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a websit…
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726: Journaling Update: Apple’s New App, Day One Updates & More
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Stephen and David explore Apple's new Journal app and discuss the technology that powers it, which is being leveraged by other journaling apps, including Day One. The guys also retell the history of Sherlocking. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. NetSuite: The leading integrated cloud business…
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To wind down 2023, David and Stephen reflect on the tech that has served them well over the last 12 months. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: TextExpander: Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviations into longer bits of text, even fill-ins, with TextExpander. Links and Show Notes: Sign up for…
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140: Gear of the Year 2023, with Petapixel's Jordan Drake
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The 9th Annual Gear of the Year Awards, with Jordan Drake of Petapixel Best Tech Product Jordan: SmallRig V-mount battery Tyler: iPhone 15 Pro Best App Jordan: Blackmagic Camera Tyler: Photoshop Generative Fill Best Photo Camera Jordan: Leica Q3 Tyler: Fuji GFX 100 II Best Hybrid Camera Jordan: Nikon Z8 Tyler: Lumix S5II X Best Video Camera Jordan:…
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139: The Best Sony Hybrid Camera, with Dunna
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A tour of Dunna's gear bag and his favourite Sony cameras for photo and video. Watch the episode Special Guest: Dunna.By Tyler Stalman
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724: Catching up with Mikah Sargent
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Mikah Sargent returns to the show to update the guys on his Apple hardware, talk about how he prepares for his various audio and video podcasts and help explain what's going on with the Matter smart home standard. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Things: Now updated for Apple’s new operating…
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723: State of the Platforms (December 2023)
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2023 proved to be very busy for Apple, with updated hardware and software shipping. This week, David and Stephen take a survey of the company's year. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: TextExpander: Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviations into longer bits of text, even fill-ins, with TextE…
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On this feedback episode, the guys revisit Apple Notes, talk about Name Drop and David shares the good news about a new battery pack. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. MasterClass: Give one annual Membership and get one free. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domai…
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721: “Technological Empathy,” with Kourosh Dini
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Dr. Kourosh Dini is an author, musician and psychiatrist who uses Apple gear to improve the lives of those he works with. This week, David and Stephen speak with him about his tools, including DEVONthink, OmniFocus and more. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Zocdoc: Find the right doctor, rig…
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Subtitle: Buckets Full of LEGO Stephen and David are joined by David Smith, Malin Sundberg and Ken Case to talk about developing for Apple's platforms here in 2023. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. TextExpander: Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbrevia…
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194: These 2 Cameras Are Game Changers
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Welcome back! David had a baby! Sony a9 III and DJI Osmo Pocket 3 are here. Connor has a new big YouTube video, and David's thumbnail adventures continue. Watch Connor's 1,000 miles video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BHG6Fsre1ec&ab_channel=ConnorMcCaskill (00:00) Start(01:11) David’s New Baby!(02:58) Sony a9III(27:53) Osmo Pocket 3(40:44) Conno…
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138: M3 Macs: Is it the right time to upgrade? with Alex Lindsay
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The new MacBook Pros, M3 Family of chips and how the iPhone will reshape filmmaking, with Alex Lindsay Watch the video Special Guest: Alex Lindsay.By Tyler Stalman
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Subtitle: The Year of the USB-C Cable It's that time again! This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. CleanMyMac X: Your Mac. As good as new. Get 5% off today. Indeed: Join more than three million businesses worldwide using Indeed to hire great talent fast. NetSuite: The leading integrated cloud busi…
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Dan Provost is one of the folks behind Studio Neat. This week, the guys talk to him about Dan's role in the company and its products, his tools to get his work done and some of his favorite apps and services. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: TextExpander: Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbrev…
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Subtitle: Gone Are the Marker Felt Days While it had humble beginnings, Apple Notes has grown into a true competitor over the years. On this episode, David and Stephen explore its history, features and what Apple should take it next. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Electric: Unbury yourself…
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137: Accessories to Level Up the iPhone 15, with Stephen Robles
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The huge changes USB-C brings to iPhone accessories, the power of LOG video and more, with guest Stephen Robles Accessories mentioned (amazon affiliate links) Razer cooler https://amzn.to/46S5Rh0 Selore USB-C hub https://amzn.to/3MlLC3e OWC 1TB SSD https://amzn.to/3SlMCZ0 Watch the episode Special Guest: Stephen Robles.…
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Chris Upchurch leads two lives; he is a developer but also a river guide. This week, he joins Stephen and David to discuss the tech he uses both at his desk and on the water. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Backblaze: Unlimited cloud backup for Macs and PCs for just $9/month. CleanMyMac X: …
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It's feedback time, and Stephen surprises David with a secret project after the guys wade through some follow-up. David then returns the favor by booking Stephen's 3D printer for the foreseeable future. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: TextExpander: Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviation…
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714: Catching up with John Siracusa
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John Siracusa returns to the program to discuss his iPhone usage, window management philosophies, best practices for troubleshooting and a lot more. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU. Tailscale: Secure remote …
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193: The iPhone 15 Pro Is Taking Over
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In this episode, we discuss our switch to audio-only episodes, review the new iPhone 15 Pro and Lumix G9 Mark II, critique Canon, speculate on Fuji and Panasonic cameras, and share thoughts on phone cases and camera rumors. David's iPhone 15 Pro SD Card Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSqgzddHooM Connor's iPhone 15 Pro camera vs. Real camera…
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136: iPhone 15 and Photography, Mac Power Users crossover
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Why creative pros are excited about the iPhone 15, photography tips and app recomendations, with David Sparks of Mac Power Users Special Guest: David Sparks.By Tyler Stalman
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713: Photography with Tyler Stalman
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Tyler Stalman joins to share the details on the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro camera systems. Tyler also shares some of his favorite tips for better iPhone photography and videography. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: TextExpander: Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviations into longer bits o…
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macOS Sonoma brings with it Desktop widgets, a new screen saver and desktop experience, more powerful video conferencing tools and updates to Safari, Messages, Notes, Reminders and more. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Tailscale: Secure remote access to shared resources. Sign up today. Clea…
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711: Getting Some Wisdom with Merlin Mann
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Merlin Mann comes back to the Mac Power Users to talk about task management, iOS 17 improvements, and wisdom. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. TextExpander: Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviations into longer bits of text, even fill-ins, with Tex…
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Mere hours after Apple's iPhone 15 event, Stephen and David break down the news surrounding the iPhone 15 line, the Apple Watch Series 9 and the updated Apple Watch Ultra. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. MacPaw: Introducing Moonlock, the new cybersecurity division at MacPaw, and the upgrade…
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192: Happy iPhone Day! Also Camera Day…
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Apple iPhone 15 Pro, Panasonic LUMIX G9 II, Fujifilm GFX100 II, and the Sony BURANO ALL released today (September 12, 2023).SHOW NOTESShot on iPhone 15 Pro: https://youtu.be/jELeFXNJUOEConnor's G9 II Video: https://youtu.be/-4VLV49w0rIDavid's G9 II Video: https://youtu.be/ZntFhJA8cU0FOLLOW UShttps://x.com/dvdaltizerhttps://instagram.com/connor_mcca…
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On this feedback episode, David and Stephen talk a bit more about window managers and backup utilities, while also answering listener questions and David's modern typewriter, Stephen's new Plex server and a lot more. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: TextExpander: Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand shor…
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David has launched a new Field Guide, designed to take everyone's Obsidian usage to the next level. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU. Indeed: Join more than three million businesses worldwide using Indeed to …
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135: Do photographers have a future? with Noah Kalina
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With tech and AI moving so fast, what jobs will be left for photographers? Expert image maker Noah Kalina helps figure out it Watch the video Special Guest: Noah Kalina.By Tyler Stalman
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Ryan Irelan joins this week to talk about the current state of web development, digital training tools, and his expanding HomeKit rig. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. TextExpander: Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviations into longer bits of text…
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706: Media Management with Casey Liss
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Casey Liss rejoins the program to discuss his new app Callsheet and to give David and Stephen a tour of the apps and services he uses to manage his media. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. NetSuite: The leading integrated cloud business software suite. Get a special one-of-a-kind financing of…
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Since the dawn of multitasking, users have needed to juggle things on their screens. Apple has taken several swings at building good window management tools into macOS, but better solutions can be found in a long list of third-party apps. Stephen and David have tried just about all of them for this episode. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponso…
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704: “The Details Matter,” with Shahid Kamal Ahmad
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Video game industry veteran Shahid Kamal Ahmad rejoins the program to catch David and Stephen up on his work and evolving setup, and then the gang dives into gaming on visionOS, the current state of Android and a lot more. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. MacPaw: Introducing Moonlock, the ne…
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191: Is the DJI Action 4 the Best Action Camera?
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DJI Action 4 and DJI Mavic Air 3. Canon rumors, R5 ii, R5C, and new EVF. David makes thumbnails, and Connor becomes a diver.
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