Mac Notables » User Groups http://www.macnotables.com Thu, 10 May 2012 15:19:49 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Copyright © Mac Notables 2011 chuck@macnotables.com (Mac Notables) chuck@macnotables.com (Mac Notables) 1440 http://www.macnotables.com/graphics/mnlogos/MacNotables144x144.jpg Mac Notables http://www.macnotables.com 144 144 Mac Notables Mac Notables chuck@macnotables.com no no MacNotables #1118: Adam Engst Discusses Lion and Post-Jobs Apple at PMUG http://www.macnotables.com/macnotables-1118-adam-engst-discusses-lion-and-post-jobs-apple-at-pmug/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=macnotables-1118-adam-engst-discusses-lion-and-post-jobs-apple-at-pmug http://www.macnotables.com/macnotables-1118-adam-engst-discusses-lion-and-post-jobs-apple-at-pmug/#comments Fri, 23 Sep 2011 15:15:00 +0000 Chuck Joiner http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/?p=700 Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner recently appeared via iChat at the Portland Macintosh User Group’s September meeting to discuss how Apple will fare after Steve Jobs’ resignation as CEO and Lion’s first month performance. Along the way, Adam covers his move from Eudora, why he really doesn’t really use the Mac OS, the end of the desktop metaphor and why Star Trek tech is “clunky.”

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Converting Email from Eudora: Why I No Longer Live at the P.O. by Adam Engst on TidBITS

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]]> http://www.macnotables.com/macnotables-1118-adam-engst-discusses-lion-and-post-jobs-apple-at-pmug/feed/ 0 1:27:36 Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner recently appeared via iChat at the Portland Macintosh User Group’s September meeting to discuss how Apple will fare after Steve Jobs’ resignation as CEO and Lion’s first month performance. Along the way,[...] Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner recently appeared via iChat at the Portland Macintosh User Group’s September meeting to discuss how Apple will fare after Steve Jobs’ resignation as CEO and Lion’s first month performance. Along the way, Adam covers his move from Eudora, why he really doesn’t really use the Mac OS, the end of the desktop metaphor and why Star Trek tech is “clunky.” This edition of MacNotables is sponsored by… The video version of this episode is available on MacVoicesTV. Links Chuck Joiner on Twitter The MacVoices Group Subscribe to MacVoicesTV in iTunes MacLevelTen – The Mac Media Group Adam Engst on Twitter TidBITS Take Control books Converting Email from Eudora: Why I No Longer Live at the P.O. by Adam Engst on TidBITS Lion Security: Building on the iOS Foundation by Rich Mogul on TidBITS Lion Provides First Steps Toward Power Savings by Marco Tabini on TidBITS MailForge by Infinity Data Systems Mozilla Thunderbird Postbox PowerMail by CTM Development Take Control of Apple Mail in Snow Leopard by Joe Kissell MacVoices #1076: Joe Kissell Takes Control of Spam, Apple Mail in Snow Leopard, and Mail on the iPad, iPhone and iPod touch Mailplane Finding a Replacement for Quicken by Michael Cohen on TidBITS Knowledge Navigator Video NAVIGON MobileNavigator North America Commentary, Productivity, Software chuck@macnotables.com no no MacNotables #910: Adam Engst Discusses Apple’s Quarterly Earnings, Netbooks and Why Apple’s Products Are A “Necessity” http://www.macnotables.com/macnotables-910-adam-engst-discusses-apples-quarterly-earnings-netbooks-and-why-apples-products-are-a-necessity/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=macnotables-910-adam-engst-discusses-apples-quarterly-earnings-netbooks-and-why-apples-products-are-a-necessity http://www.macnotables.com/macnotables-910-adam-engst-discusses-apples-quarterly-earnings-netbooks-and-why-apples-products-are-a-necessity/#comments Thu, 23 Apr 2009 12:00:00 +0000 Chuck Joiner http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/?p=373 Adam EngstAdam Engst discusses Apple’s once-again favorable quarterly results, how they happened, and how Carl Sagan figures in the conversation. (Hint: “billions and billions”) Along the way, Adam and Chuck discuss the relevance of netbooks, the Apple Stores, and how Apple products just may have moved from being a luxury to a necessity.

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Bob LeVitus delivers his annual set of gift recommendations. From speakers to cases to accessories, Bob has a recommendation for iPod owners of every stripe, but his t#1 recommendation isn’t iPod related at all. Find out what you should be shopping for this holiday season straight from Dr. Mac, and then learn where you can join Bob at an upcoming user group appearance where he will present his trademark “State of the Mac” address.


The iPod Observer

iPhoto printed materials


Image Doctor by Alien Skin Software


Apple Store

Apple iTunes


“mstation 2.1 Stereo Orb

Review – mStation 2.1 Stereo Orb on The iPod Observer

B&W Zeppelin iPod Speakers


“Logitech Pure-Fi Anywhere Compact Speakers for iPod

Review – Logitech Pure-Fi Anywhere iPod speaker system on The iPod Observer


“Sportwrap for Ipod Nano 3G – B” (XtremeMac)


“XtremeMac SportWrap ArmBand for iPod Black” (XtremeMac)


“Belkin TuneBase FM for iPods


“Belkin TuneBase FM for iPod Nano

Review – TuneBase FM on The iPod Observer

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invisibleSHIELD

Review – invisibleSHIELD on The iPod Observer

ClearCal by RadTech

BodyGuardz


“Pioneer DEH-P5900IB CD/MP3/WMA Car Stereo Receiver Head with iPod Controls” (Pioneer)

Capitol Macintosh


“iPhone For Dummies (Edward C. Baig, Bob LeVitus)


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“GarageBand for Dummies” (Bob LeVitus)

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/macnotables-773-bob-levituss-holiday-gift-recommendationsand-you-need-to-start-now/feed/ 0 0:43:43 Bob LeVitus delivers his annual set of gift recommendations. From speakers to cases to accessories, Bob has a recommendation for iPod owners of every stripe, but his t#1 recommendation isn’t iPod related at all. Find out what you should be sh[...] Bob LeVitus delivers his annual set of gift recommendations. From speakers to cases to accessories, Bob has a recommendation for iPod owners of every stripe, but his t#1 recommendation isn’t iPod related at all. Find out what you should be shopping for this holiday season straight from Dr. Mac, and then learn where you can join Bob at an upcoming user group appearance where he will present his trademark “State of the Mac” address. The iPod Observer iPhoto printed materials Image Doctor by Alien Skin Software “mstation 2.1 Stereo Orb Review – mStation 2.1 Stereo Orb on The iPod Observer B&W Zeppelin iPod Speakers “Logitech Pure-Fi Anywhere Compact Speakers for iPod Review – Logitech Pure-Fi Anywhere iPod speaker system on The iPod Observer “Sportwrap for Ipod Nano 3G – B” (XtremeMac) “XtremeMac SportWrap ArmBand for iPod Black” (XtremeMac) “Belkin TuneBase FM for iPods “Belkin TuneBase FM for iPod Nano Review – TuneBase FM on The iPod Observer radio-locator invisibleSHIELD Review – invisibleSHIELD on The iPod Observer ClearCal by RadTech BodyGuardz “Pioneer DEH-P5900IB CD/MP3/WMA Car Stereo Receiver Head with iPod Controls” (Pioneer) Capitol Macintosh “iPhone For Dummies (Edward C. Baig, Bob LeVitus) “Mac OS X Leopard For Dummies (Bob LeVitus) “GarageBand for Dummies” (Bob LeVitus) Audio/Music, Hardware, iPod, Print chuck@macnotables.com no no MacNotables #731: Breakfast with Dr. Mac – Bob LeVitus’ Favorite Inexpensive Picks http://www.macnotables.com/macnotables-731-breakfast-with-dr-mac-bob-levitus-favorite-inexpensive-picks/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=macnotables-731-breakfast-with-dr-mac-bob-levitus-favorite-inexpensive-picks http://www.macnotables.com/macnotables-731-breakfast-with-dr-mac-bob-levitus-favorite-inexpensive-picks/#comments Tue, 15 May 2007 11:00:00 +0000 Chuck Joiner http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-731-breakfast-with-dr-mac-bob-levitus-favorite-inexpensive-picks/ Bob LeVitus

Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus is back in an in-person interview at the breakfast table in the middle of his Mid-Atlantic Macintosh User Group Tour for 2007. On Bob’s mind this time are some of his favorite inexpensive software and hardware picks for Mac users of every stripe. From utilities to games, audio to mouse control, Bob’s got it covered.


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SRS iWow by SRS Labs

iQuiz from Apple

iQuizMaker from Aspyr

Amnesty Singles by Mesa Dynamics

LaunchBar by Objective Development

SpellCatcher by Rainmaker


“Logitech MX Revolution Cordless Laser Mouse”


“Kensington K64210 Turbo Mouse Trackball”


“Kensington Orbit Optical Trackball Mouse”

Future Sonics Atrio Series Earphones by Future Sonics

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/macnotables-731-breakfast-with-dr-mac-bob-levitus-favorite-inexpensive-picks/feed/ 0 0:28:01 Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus is back in an in-person interview at the breakfast table in the middle of his Mid-Atlantic Macintosh User Group Tour for 2007. On Bob’s mind this time are some of his favorite inexpensive software and hardwar[...] Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus is back in an in-person interview at the breakfast table in the middle of his Mid-Atlantic Macintosh User Group Tour for 2007. On Bob’s mind this time are some of his favorite inexpensive software and hardware picks for Mac users of every stripe. From utilities to games, audio to mouse control, Bob’s got it covered. Links: SRS iWow by SRS Labs iQuiz from Apple iQuizMaker from Aspyr Amnesty Singles by Mesa Dynamics LaunchBar by Objective Development SpellCatcher by Rainmaker “Logitech MX Revolution Cordless Laser Mouse” “Kensington K64210 Turbo Mouse Trackball” “Kensington Orbit Optical Trackball Mouse” Future Sonics Atrio Series Earphones by Future Sonics Audio/Music, Hardware, Reviews, Software chuck@macnotables.com no no MacNotables #660: Christopher Breen on the Return of Breen’s Bungalow http://www.macnotables.com/macnotables-660-christopher-breen-on-the-return-of-breens-bungalow/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=macnotables-660-christopher-breen-on-the-return-of-breens-bungalow http://www.macnotables.com/macnotables-660-christopher-breen-on-the-return-of-breens-bungalow/#comments Wed, 05 Jul 2006 11:15:01 +0000 Chuck Joiner http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/?p=25 Christopher BreenChristopher Breen, “the guy with the hair,” talks about the return of Breen’s Bungalow, his video tutorial produced in conjunction with each issue of Macworld magazine. Chris discusses why the Bungalow went away, why it is back, and the kinds of topics he selects for his own unique video treatment. Also included are Chris’ thoughts on Mac user groups, why he and Macworld magazine are making special editions of the Bungalow available to MUGs, and his desire to visit more Mac user groups, especially those in carefully chosen geographic locations.

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/macnotables-660-christopher-breen-on-the-return-of-breens-bungalow/feed/ 0 0:19:39 Christopher Breen, “the guy with the hair,” talks about the return of Breen’s Bungalow, his video tutorial produced in conjunction with each issue of Macworld magazine. Chris discusses why the Bungalow went away, why it is back, an[...] Christopher Breen, “the guy with the hair,” talks about the return of Breen’s Bungalow, his video tutorial produced in conjunction with each issue of Macworld magazine. Chris discusses why the Bungalow went away, why it is back, and the kinds of topics he selects for his own unique video treatment. Also included are Chris’ thoughts on Mac user groups, why he and Macworld magazine are making special editions of the Bungalow available to MUGs, and his desire to visit more Mac user groups, especially those in carefully chosen geographic locations. Hardware, Productivity, Video, Web chuck@macnotables.com no no MacNotables #659: Bob LeVitus On His Upcoming Appearances on the “Big 4 MUGs Tour” and More http://www.macnotables.com/macnotables-659-bob-levitus-on-his-upcoming-appearances-on-the-big-4-mugs-tour-and-more/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=macnotables-659-bob-levitus-on-his-upcoming-appearances-on-the-big-4-mugs-tour-and-more http://www.macnotables.com/macnotables-659-bob-levitus-on-his-upcoming-appearances-on-the-big-4-mugs-tour-and-more/#comments Wed, 28 Jun 2006 11:00:01 +0000 Chuck Joiner http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/?p=26 Bob Bob LeVitus discusses his upcoming “Big 4 MUGs Summer Tour” that includes four Mac user group stops in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Virgiinia, two Apple Store appearances, dinners, GarageBand sessions and more. Bob discusses his history with and apprecation of the user group community and also explains his connection to (of all people) pop star Shaun Cassidy and the Jackson 5 in this, the thunderstorm edition of MacNotables.

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]]> http://www.macnotables.com/macnotables-659-bob-levitus-on-his-upcoming-appearances-on-the-big-4-mugs-tour-and-more/feed/ 0 0:26:17 Bob LeVitus discusses his upcoming “Big 4 MUGs Summer Tour” that includes four Mac user group stops in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Virgiinia, two Apple Store appearances, dinners, GarageBand sessions and more. Bob discusses his history [...] Bob LeVitus discusses his upcoming “Big 4 MUGs Summer Tour” that includes four Mac user group stops in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Virgiinia, two Apple Store appearances, dinners, GarageBand sessions and more. Bob discusses his history with and apprecation of the user group community and also explains his connection to (of all people) pop star Shaun Cassidy and the Jackson 5 in this, the thunderstorm edition of MacNotables. Links: Main Line Macintosh Users Group MacOutfitters Princeton Macintosh Users Group Hershey Apple Core Washington Apple Pi“ Audio/Music chuck@macnotables.com no no MacNotables #653: Andy Ihnatko on the Joys of High Speed Networking and His Philadelphia Trip http://www.macnotables.com/macnotables-653-andy-ihnatko-on-the-joys-of-high-speed-networking-and-his-philadelphia-trip/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=macnotables-653-andy-ihnatko-on-the-joys-of-high-speed-networking-and-his-philadelphia-trip http://www.macnotables.com/macnotables-653-andy-ihnatko-on-the-joys-of-high-speed-networking-and-his-philadelphia-trip/#comments Fri, 09 Jun 2006 16:30:01 +0000 Chuck Joiner http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/?p=32 Andy IhnatkoAndy Ihnatko discusses the improvements he’s seen since reconstructing his entire home network with high-speed hubs and cables, USB 2.0 hubs and more. Andy also updates us on his other activities, a new project and two upcoming appearances in Philadelphia, including a Macintosh reseller and a user group picnic.

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]]> http://www.macnotables.com/macnotables-653-andy-ihnatko-on-the-joys-of-high-speed-networking-and-his-philadelphia-trip/feed/ 0 0:19:02 Andy Ihnatko discusses the improvements he’s seen since reconstructing his entire home network with high-speed hubs and cables, USB 2.0 hubs and more. Andy also updates us on his other activities, a new project and two upcoming appearances in [...] Andy Ihnatko discusses the improvements he’s seen since reconstructing his entire home network with high-speed hubs and cables, USB 2.0 hubs and more. Andy also updates us on his other activities, a new project and two upcoming appearances in Philadelphia, including a Macintosh reseller and a user group picnic. Links: Netgear GS108 8-Port 10/100/1000 Copper Gigabit Ethernet Switch D-Link 7-Port USB 2.0 Hub 6-Port External FireWire Hub Andy Ihnatko’s Little Red Envelope Podcast Netflix.com MacUser.com MacOutfitters Main Line Macintosh Users Group AndyI.com Hardware, Maintenance, Podcasting, Productivity chuck@macnotables.com no no