The MacWhisperer Speaks
The MacWhisperer is known for his outspoken opinions. On this page he shares his thoughts about the present state of technology, productivity, the march of progress... and of course ALL things Apple.
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There is nothing to fear but fear itself
Even before the dawn of the industrial revolution, people have feared technology. Every new invention has been met with resistance, and the perception that machines would take our jobs. And...
From Chaos to Order: The MacWhisperer’s Top 10 Tips to Declutter Your Digital Life
MAKE A PLAN
Before you jump right in and start cleaning up your computer, let’s make a plan. First, create a list of all the different locations for your files. Do you use cloud storage?...
The Settings you Should Change RIGHT AWAY on a New Computer
Apple does a great job of making their computers work right out of the box. But that doesn’t mean that the default settings that come preinstalled are always the best settings to use.
As a ...
Apple’s new app Freeform
If you noticed this NEW icon on your dock, iPhone on iPad that’s Apple’s newest collaborative app, Freeform and it comes preinstalled on the latest iPad, iPhone, and Mac Operating...
Stage Manager (iPad) vs Stage Manager (MacOS: Ventura)
Apple just released a brand new way of managing windows, on both the computer and the iPad. They share the same name, and many of the same functionalities… but how well do the two versions...
3 Ways to use an iPad to Make any Party Better
Everybody loves a party, but we’ve all been at that party that just needed a little help…
Maybe everybody is just watching TV, and there isn't even any music playing…...
Tick-Tock: is it finally time for the Apple Watch?
The Apple Watch was released over seven years ago, and since then it has been updated many times, with massive functionality upgrades each year (like an always on display, water resistance,...
iPhones and iPads and Upgrades… Oh My!
Historically, Apple’s fourth quarter is one of their busiest times, and 2022 was even busier than most.
It all started in September when Apple announced 4 new iPhones, the iPhone...
What’s the Best iPad, and Should You Purchase One?
I remember my first iPad. As soon as Apple announced the device I just had to have it. I had dreamed of a touchscreen tablet since my first episode of Star Trek. Sure, the iPhone had been released...
Is Password Overwhelm Making you Crazy?
You can’t escape them. You can’t keep track of them. You can’t remember them…
But passwords are still an essential part of our...