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#282: MPU Live: Making It Up As We Go Along
October 8th, 2015 · 95 minutes
Mark Metzger joins us to chat about File Maker, we also talk about cleaning up iOS, follow-up on Office 365 and Google Docs, discuss Mac/PC hybrid setups, hear from a virtual assistant, share listener tips and Katie talks about her iPad Air 2 experience.
#281: The state of Siri and Dictation on Mac and iOS
October 4th, 2015 · 80 minutes
David and Katie tackle the best options for using your voice to dictate text and perform tasks on your Mac, iPhone, and iPad.
#280: El Capitan
September 28th, 2015 · 88 minutes
David and Katie discuss what to expect with Apple's latest operating system, El Capitan, their favorite new features and tips for upgrading.
#279: Word Processor Smack Down
September 21st, 2015 · 81 minutes
David and Katie compare the current state of word processing on the Mac and iOS.
#278: iOS 9 and New Apple Hardware
September 14th, 2015 · 97 minutes
In anticipation of iOS 9's release this week David and Katie discuss their experiences and favorite features of using the new OS. They also can't help a little discussion of Apple's latest announcements.
#277: MPU Live: Was That A Rabbit Hole?
September 10th, 2015 · 102 minutes
Victor Cajiao discussed producing great quality audio. We share listener feedback related to running Mac based small businesses, and cover questions and tips on a variety of topics including data limits, syncing, virtual assistants, & Mac-based businesses
#276: Workflows with Matt Alexander
September 7th, 2015 · 85 minutes
Matt Alexander joins Katie and David to discuss how a tech geek becomes and entrepreneur and uses his skills as a founder and CEO of multiple successful businesses.
#275: Optimize Your iPhone and iPad
August 31st, 2015 · 76 minutes
Katie and David discuss various ways you can optimize your iOS experience. From wrangling notifications to extending battery life we run through a number of tips and tricks for creating a better experience when using your iPhone or iPad.
#274: When To Upgrade
August 24th, 2015 · 84 minutes
David and Katie discuss upgrading Mac and iOS devices. When is the right time to upgrade your hardware, software, what are option for buying new and when can you extend the life of your existing device.
#273: Workflows with Jonathan Mann
August 17th, 2015 · 94 minutes
Jonathan Mann (a.k.a. Song a Day Mann) lends his musical talents to the podcast this week. Jonathan talks about working as an indie songwriter and how he creates a new song each day.