On this episode of For Mac Eyes Only: Mike is joined by Eric, Darren, and Dave to provide their first-hand reactions* to Apple’s WWDC 2024 Keynote Presentation where Apple announced macOS Sequoia, iOS 18, watchOS 11, and visionOS 2, plus a peek at the new AI initiative called Apple Intelligence!

NEWS

> macOS Sequoia
> iOS 18 and iPadOS 18
> watchOS 11
> VisionOS 2
> Apple Intelligence

LINKS to KNOW

> In Touch with iOS

CONTACT US

> Meet TeamFMEO
> Contact Us

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Running Time: 1:48:10

* Though this episode was recorded live as the keynote progressed, some portions of the recording have been edited for time and/or content.

On this episode of For Mac Eyes Only: Mike and Chuck provide their first-hand reactions* to Apple’s announcements during the education event held at Lane Tech College Prep in Chicago IL during which Apple introduced a next generation iPad with Pencil support plus a renewed focus on education with new apps and technologies to help teachers, students and IT more seamlessly integrate Apple’s hardware and software into the classroom.

NEWS:

> iPad with Apple Pencil Support
> Tools for Teaching: Classroom & Schoolwork
> Apple School Manager
> Apple Teacher
> Everyone Can Create

LINKS to KNOW:

> Chuck Joiner’s MacVoices – The Talk of the Apple Community
> Chuck on Twitter
> MacVoice’s YouTube Channel
> Chuck on Facebook

With Special Thanks to the live-blogging skills of:
> Six Colors
> Ars Technica
> The Verge
> CNET

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Macstock 2018: July 21st & 22nd, 2018
If you’re a user of Apple products like the iPhone or the Mac, come join users from around the world this July and learn how to increase your productivity in the home and workplace!

Be sure to join us for the 4th Annual Macstock Conference coming your way this July!

Save an extra $10 off the Early Bird 2-Day Weekend Pass with FMEO MACSTOCK SAVINGS Coupon Code FMEOBONUS10 at macstockconferenceandexpo.com
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Running Time: 1:20:23

* Though this episode was recorded live as the keynote progressed, some portions of the recording have been edited for time and/or content.

On this episode of For Mac Eyes Only: Mike, Eric, & Dave provide their first-hand reactions* to Apple’s announcements during the September 2017 Apple Event held for the first time in the Steve Jobs Theater in which Apple announced the new Apple Watch Series 3, an updated Apple TV, the iPhone 8, and the 10th Anniversary iPhone X!

NEWS:

> Apple Contributes to Hand in Hand Hurricane Relief
> Inner Workings of Face ID Camera
> Apple Watch Series 3
> Apple TV 4K
> iPhone 8
> iPhone X

With Special Thanks to the live-blogging skills of:
> TechCrunch
> The Verge
> MacRumors

CONTACT US:

> Meet TeamFMEO
> Contact Us

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Running Time: 2:38:24

* Though this episode was recorded live as the keynote progressed, some portions of the recording have been edited for time and/or content.

In this lightly edited supplement to Episode 360, Eric and I discuss a new portable power adapter I found for my upcoming trips as well as a neat portable USB power adapter I originally found for my Dad’s trip to Germany this summer.

This episode was recorded on August 11, 2017.

After Show Links

> PowerCube (ReWireable)
> Syncwire 4-Port International Charger

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Running Time: 10:19

On this episode of For Mac Eyes Only: Mike, Dave, Eric, & Gary provide their first-hand reactions* to Apple’s announcements during the annual WWDC Keynote address in which Apple gave a look at what’s coming down the road for iOS 11 and macOS High Sierra as well as debuted an updated line of iMacs, refreshed MacBook Pros, the iPad Pro 10.5″ plus sneak peeks as an exciting new iMac Pro and the HomePod.

NEWS:

> Amazon Prime Video Coming to Apple TV
> watchOS 4‘s new faces and fitness features
> macOS High Sierra
> iOS 11
> Updated iMacs, MacBook and MacBook Pro
> iPad Pro 10.5″ Debuts
> All new iMac Pro Coming in December
> HomePod Announced for December

Additional LINKS to KNOW:

> WWDC’s Oldest and Youngest Attendees
> Reflector 2
> Pronunciation of GIF
> Sad Eyed Joe at Knott’s Berry Farm

With Special Thanks to the live-blogging skills of:
> TechCrunch
> The Verge
> MacRumors

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Macstock 2017: July 15th & 16th, 2017
Macstock is an independent 2-day conference for Apple enthusiasts of all experience levels.

Be sure to join us for the 3rd Annual Macstock Conference coming your way this July!

FMEO MACSTOCK SAVINGS with Coupon Code FMEOPLUS at macstock2017.com
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CONTACT US:

> Meet TeamFMEO
> Contact Us

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Running Time: 2:44:46

* Though this episode was recorded live as the keynote progressed, some portions of the recording have been edited for time and/or content.

On this episode of For Mac Eyes Only: Mike and Chuck Joiner take a behind the scenes look at Macstock, it’s presenters, and sponsors in this first episode from Chuck’s special MacVoices video series, The Road to Macstock!

EDITORIAL LINKS

> Macstock 2017 website
> MacVoices Podcast

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Macstock 2017: July 15th & 16th, 2017
Macstock is an independent 2-day conference for Apple enthusiasts of all experience levels.

Be sure to join us for the 3rd Annual Macstock Conference coming your way this July!

FMEO MACSTOCK SAVINGS with Coupon Code FMEOPLUS at macstock2017.com
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Running Time: 50:45

On this episode of For Mac Eyes Only: Mike is joined by Gary and Dave to provide first-hand reactions* to Apple’s announcements during the “Let Us Loop You In” event where Apple … loops us in on what’s new with the Apple Watch, the Apple TV, the new 4″ iPhone SE, a smaller iPad Pro, as well as some updates on ResearchKit, iOS, CarPlay, and Apple’s environmental program, Apple Renew.

NEWS:

> Apple Watch with New “Spring Collection” Bands
> Apple TV Updates Coming
> ResearchKit and CareKit
> iOS 9.3 Update Released Today
> New iPhone SE
> New Smaller iPad Pro
> Apple Renew and “Liam” the Robot

With Special Thanks to the live-blogging skills of:
> iMore
> The Verge
> TechCrunch
> Wired
> MacRumors
> The Mac Observer
> TechRadar

CONTACT US:

> Meet TeamFMEO
> Contact Us

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Running Time: 1:38:07

* Though this episode was recorded live as the keynote progressed, some portions of the recording have been edited for time and/or content.

On this episode of For Mac Eyes Only: Mike is joined by Gary and Dave to provide first-hand reactions* to Apple’s announcements during the “Hey Siri, Give Us a Hint” event where Apple gives a quick recap of the Apple Watch and watchOS 2, announces the iPad Pro, the all new Apple TV, and the iPhone 6s and 6s Plus.

NEWS:

> Apple Watch
> watchOS 2
> iPad Pro
> Apple TV
> iPhone 6s
> 4K Video, Live Photos, and more in new camera.
> iPhone Upgrade Program
> New Reduced iCloud Storage Pricing
> New Move to iOS app Coming for Android
> OS X El Capitan coming Sept. 30th!
> The Recreated ZX Spectrum

With Special Thanks to the live-blogging skills of:
> Engadget
> The Verge
> TechCrunch
> Wired

CONTACT US:

> Meet TeamFMEO
> Contact Us

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Running Time: 2:24:47

* Though this episode was recorded live as the keynote progressed, some portions of the recording have been edited for time and/or content.

In this lightly edited supplement to Episode 323, Eric and I discuss the new Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator replacements: Affinty Designer and Affinity Photo, the value of subscription software, why Mike is done with Adobe, and Microsoft’s re-awakening under Satya Nadella.

This episode was recorded on July 31st, 2015.

After Show Links

> Affinity Photo
> Affinity Designer
> Sketch
> Pixelmator
> Acorn
> OmniGraffle
> OmniOutliner
> OmniFocus
> Office 2016 for Mac

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Running Time: 29:43

On this episode of For Mac Eyes Only: Mike is joined by Gary and Eric to provide first-hand reactions* to Apple’s announcements during the WWDC 2015 Keynote where Apple debuted OS X El Capitan, iOS 9, WatchOS 2, and their new streaming music, radio, and social service called Apple Music.

NEWS:

> OS X El Capitan
> iOS 9
> watchOS 2
> Apple Music

With Special Thanks to the live-blogging skills of:
> Engadget
> The Verge
> TechCrunch

CONTACT US:

> Meet TeamFMEO
> Contact Us

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Running Time: 2:14:47

* Though this episode was recorded live as the keynote progressed, some portions of the recording have been edited for time and/or content.

On this episode of For Mac Eyes Only: Mike and Brian present our 9th Annual list of Essential Apps for Mac users plus a few bonus essential apps that just missed landing on this year’s list. Plus an update on Macstock 2015!

> Macstock Conference & Expo 2015
> Midwest MacBBQ

Essential Apps for Mac Users 2015

This Year’s List:
> PopClip
> Jumpcut
> TextExpander
> Karabiner
> Cloud Service: Hightail.com
> Dragon Dictate for Mac
> Moom
> SnapNDrag
> DEVONthink
> TripMode

Bonus Essential Apps Not Mentioned:
> Dropbox
> Scrivener
> 1Password
> PopChar
> ScreenSharingMenulet

Other Apps to Know
> Fantastical
> Evernote
> BusyCal
> iClipboard
> TotalSpaces

A Look Back at Previous Essential Apps:
> Essential Apps 2014
> Essential Apps 2012
> Essential Apps 2011
> Essential Apps 2010
> Essential Apps 2009
> Essential Apps 2008
> Essential Apps 2007
> Essential Apps 2006

CONTACT US:

> Meet TeamFMEO
> Contact Us

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Running Time: 1:47:09

On this episode of For Mac Eyes Only: Mike is joined by Gaz & Guy of the MyMac.com podcast to debut Macstock Conference & Expo 2015, take a quick peek at Guy’s session at the conference, and discuss the Mac’s longevity and value to its users.

> Macstock Conference & Expo 2015
> Midwest MacBBQ
> MyMac.com podcast

EDITORIAL LINKS

> Tim Cook’s Custom Apple Watch
> The Evolution and History of the Apple Logo
> WordCamp Minneapolis 2015

CONTACT US

> Meet TeamFMEO
> Contact Us

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Running Time: 39:23

In this lightly edited supplement to Episode 317, Eric and I discuss screen capture tools for the Mac, Gatekeeper and Mac security, running DOS games on your Mac, bringing apps BACK to the Mac, OneNote vs Evernote, and we take a walk down PC History Lane.

This episode was recorded on March 29th, 2015.

After Show Links

> Keyboard Maestro
> Snagit
> Skitch
> ScreenFlow
> Paparazzi!
> About Gatekeeper (Apple Support)
> Boxer
> Corel Painter
> Corel Draw
> Microsoft OneNote
> Evernote
> History: Balance of Power (DOS Game)
> History: Windows 1.0
> History: GEM
> History: Ventura Publisher
> History: Aldus PageMaker
> History: Hercules Graphics Card
> History: SCSI
> History: Commander Keen (DOS Game)

Thanks to Wikipedia for all the great History links!

CONTACT US

> Meet TeamFMEO
> Contact Us

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Running Time: 1:01:02

On this episode of For Mac Eyes Only: Mike is joined by Gary, Barry, Eric and Brian to provide first-hand reactions* to Apple’s announcements during the March 9th Special Event during which Apple unveils a new HBO exclusive, lowers the Apple TV’s price point, announces Apple Watch pricing and release dates, updates the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro lineup, and introduces us to the all new MacBook!

NEWS:

> HBO Now
> Apple TV
> Apple Watch
> HealthKit
> ResearchKit
> updated MacBook Pro
> updated MacBook Air
> All new, reinvented, MacBook

With Special Thanks to the live-blogging skills of:
> Engadget
> The Verge
> TechCrunch
> Wired
> Macworld

CONTACT US:

> Meet TeamFMEO
> Contact Us

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Running Time: 1:55:51

* Though this episode was recorded live as the keynote progressed, some portions of the recording have been edited for time and/or content.

In this lightly edited supplement to Episode 315, Eric and I debate the merits of Apple’s iCloud vs Google’s cloud, the importance of questioning the status quo, Apple’s hardware longevity, bringing Skype 2.8 back from the grave, and we broach the topic of Apple’s rumored electric car a week before the rumor mills themselves kicked into top gear.

This episode was recorded on February 14th, 2015.

After Show Links

> Powerbook Medic
> DuckDuckGo
> Call Recorder for Facetime
> Audio Hijack Pro
> ScreenFlow

CONTACT US

> Meet TeamFMEO
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Running Time: 56:52

In this lightly edited supplement to Episode 314, Eric and I briefly discuss alternative broadband options, the artificial hardware limitations found in the current Macintosh lineup, if my current MacBook Pro will be the last portable Mac I’ll ever own, what rumors of a 12” MacBook Air might mean, and … distraction-free productivity.

After Show Links

> Satellite Internet (Wikipedia)
> Motorola Canopy (Wikipedia)
> Maker Movement
> iFixit
> Wacom Cintiq Pen Displays
> Bert Monroy’s “Times Square”
> Artist William Alexander (Wikipedia)
> Coffitivity
> The Study behind Coffitivity: Is Noise Always Bad? Exploring the Effects of Ambient Noise on Creative Cognition
> Apple’s Start Something New ad campaign

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> Meet TeamFMEO
> Contact Us

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Running Time: 45:25

Links to Know:
> Grip & Shoot
> FMEO Forum Post Update
> JawZ Adapter

Barry’s Grip & Shoot Pics:

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Running Time: 7:38

In this lightly edited supplement to Episode 313, we include bit and pieces of the conversations that we had long after the show was over and this time out, Eric, Barry and I continue talking Mac history, alternative SSD options, digital movie distribution, the passing of Joe Cocker and…just how “old” IS 40 anyway?

After Show Links

> Debug podcast Episode 47
> Midwest Mac BBQ
> AdaptaDrive
> Macworld: How to Create Your Own Fusion Drive
> MakeMKV
> Disney Movies Anywhere
> Roku 3
> Apple TV
> Amazon Fire Phone / Fire TV
> Sky News
> Joe Cocker Dies at 70
> Elvis
> John Lennon
> VIDEO: Hobbit Office (YouTube)

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Running Time: 35:13

On this episode of For Mac Eyes Only: Mike and Eric pick things up at the end of last episode’s discussion with an entirely different kind of Mactastrophe: What can you do to protect your Mac — and the stuff on it — in case of theft. Plus: Stay tuned for a preview of the FMEO After Show!

EDITORIAL LINKS

> Article: Don’t get Apple picked
> Hidden
> Prey Anti Theft
> Undercover
> GadgetTrak for Mac
> Absolute Lojack
> Knox for Mac
> How to Set a Firmware Password on a Mac with OS X Mavericks
> Kensington SafeDock for MacBook Air
> Mac Locks
> This Guy Has My MacBook

BONUS: FMEO After Show #0

In this inaugural episode of the FMEO After Show, Eric and I continue talking TRIM support in OS X, as well as a quick discussion on the Mac data recovery tools we use and how we use them.

After Show Links

> Techtool Pro 7
> Techtool Protogo 4
> Carbon Copy Cloner 4
> Data Rescue 4
> DiskWarrior 4
> Drive Genius 3
> Trim Enabler
> Trim Enabler and Yosemite

CONTACT US

> Meet TeamFMEO
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Running Time: 1:13:21

On this episode of For Mac Eyes Only: Barry hosts this special Reaction Time episode and is joined by Gary and Mike to provide first-hand reactions* to Apple’s announcements during the October “It’s been too long” event where the new iPad Air 2, iPad mini 3, and 27″ Retina iMac are debuted.

EDITORIAL LINKS:

> iOS 8.1
> OS X 10.10 Yosemite
> iMac with Retina 5K display
> iPad Air 2
> iPad mini 3
> SwiftKey for iOS
> Chip and PIN
> Recovering PC Market

CONTACT US:

> Meet TeamFMEO
> Contact Us

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Running Time: 1:34:05

* Though this episode was recorded live as the keynote progressed, some portions of the recording have been edited for time and/or content.

On this episode of For Mac Eyes Only: Mike is joined by Gary, Barry and Eric to provide first-hand reactions* to Apple’s announcements during the September Special Event during which Apple debuted the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus, Announced Apple Pay, and launched the all-new Apple Watch!

NEWS:

> iPhone 6 & iPhone 6 Plus
> Apple Pay
> Apple Watch
> Free U2 Album to All iTunes Store Customers

With Special Thanks to the live-blogging skills of:
> Engadget
> The Verge
> TechCrunch
> Wired
> Macworld

CONTACT US:

> Meet TeamFMEO
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Running Time: 2:14:00

* Though this episode was recorded live as the keynote progressed, some portions of the recording have been edited for time and/or content.

On this episode of For Mac Eyes Only: In part one of a series of specials on OS X Yosemite, Mike and Eric take a peek at what’s new in Yosemite’s System Preferences, give a first look at Notification Center’s new Today feature, investigate iCloud’s Family Sharing option, and begin to explore the updated interface of both Finder and Spotlight.

EDITORIAL LINKS

> Ecamm Call Recorder
> Konfabulator (aka Yahoo! Widgets)
> For Mac Eyes Only Podcast Widget
> Choosey
> DropCopy
> Glympse

CONTACT US

> Meet TeamFMEO
> Contact Us

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Running Time: 1:17:20

On this episode of For Mac Eyes Only: Mike and Eric provide first-hand reactions* to Apple’s announcements during the WWDC 2014 Keynote where Apple launched OS X Yosemite, iOS 8, a variety of new APIs for app developers to latch on to in iOS, an all new programming language, and a new graphics technology to improve gaming performance in iOS called Metal.

NEWS:

> OS X Yosemite
> iOS 8
> Mac and iOS Integration
> Family Sharing
> iCloud Drive
> Health
> Swift
> iOS 8 SDK

With Special Thanks to the live-blogging skills of:
> Engadget
> The Verge
> Ars Technica
> TechCrunch
> Macworld

CONTACT US:

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Running Time: 2:27:09

* Though this episode was recorded live as the keynote progressed, some portions of the recording have been edited for time and/or content.

In this episode of FMEO.TV, Mike shows how to add a little extra security to your cloud-based files using utilities built into your Mac.

Running Time: 14m 29s

UPDATED to include up to macOS Monterey!

In this episode of FMEO.TV, Mike shows how to build Mavericks USB boot media using OS X’s built-in createinstallmedia command.

Yosemite, El Capitan, Sierra, High Sierra, Mojave, Catalina, Big Sur & Monterey UPDATE: Great news! This command works just as well for versions of OS X and macOS up through Monterey! Simply substitute the correct file name in the Terminal command below and away you go!

Note the slight change with 10.13 – 10.15, 11.0 & 12.0. The –applicationpath switch has been deprecated (no longer needed).

Show Notes

The Terminal Command Required (May be Copied & Pasted):
sudo /Applications/Install\ OS\ X\ Mavericks.app/Contents/Resources/createinstallmedia --volume /Volumes/Untitled --applicationpath /Applications/Install\ OS\ X\ Mavericks.app --nointeraction

Here’s an example of the same command for OS X 10.11 El Capitan:
sudo /Applications/Install\ OS\ X\ El\ Capitan.app/Contents/Resources/createinstallmedia --volume /Volumes/Untitled --applicationpath /Applications/Install\ OS\ X\ El\ Capitan.app --nointeraction

Here’s the command for macOS 10.12 Sierra:
sudo /Applications/Install\ macOS\ Sierra.app/Contents/Resources/createinstallmedia --volume /Volumes/Untitled --applicationpath /Applications/Install\ macOS\ Sierra.app

Here’s the command for macOS 10.13 High Sierra:
sudo /Applications/Install\ macOS\ High\ Sierra.app/Contents/Resources/createinstallmedia --volume /Volumes/Untitled

Here’s the command for macOS 10.14 Mojave:
sudo /Applications/Install\ macOS\ Mojave.app/Contents/Resources/createinstallmedia --volume /Volumes/Untitled

Here’s the command for macOS 10.15 Catalina: (16GB Flash Drive or larger required)
sudo /Applications/Install\ macOS\ Catalina.app/Contents/Resources/createinstallmedia --volume /Volumes/Untitled

Here’s the command for macOS 11.0 Big Sur: (16GB Flash Drive or larger required)
sudo /Applications/Install\ macOS\ Big\ Sur.app/Contents/Resources/createinstallmedia --volume /Volumes/Untitled

UPDATED! And here’s the command for macOS 12.0 Monterey: (16GB Flash Drive or larger required)
sudo /Applications/Install\ macOS\ Monterey.app/Contents/Resources/createinstallmedia --volume /Volumes/Untitled

Links
> OS X Mavericks
> DiskMaker X
> Carbon Copy Cloner
> Looney Tunes 8GB Flash Drives

Running Time: 15m 01s