Ben Vessey has released some new iPhone battery wallpapers as part of the Dynamo series. These wallpapers use shortcuts automation to automatically change depending on the state of your battery: Full, Low, and Charging. There are two new packs available: an album pack for music fans based on popular music icons; and a Mac-themed pack inspired by the Apple Macintosh. Each pack includes three sets of wallpapers optimized for the iPhone 6s and later. You install them using iCloud and Shortcuts running on iOS 14, with instructions included in the download.
I Want My, I Want My, I Want My ... USB-C! — Mac Geek Gab 879
It’s a hot one, folks, and we’re not talking about the weather! This episode is chock full of great Cool Stuff Found, answers to your questions, and more. Topics include free tools to keep your Mac running smoothly, a way to get free data on your phone, invoicing solutions for consultants, a quick way to activate your flashlight, free VPNs to use, and much, much more! Press play and enjoy learning five new things with John and Dave, your two favorite geeks!
Happy U.S. Independence Day, 2021 Edition
In honor of Independence Day—a U.S. holiday—The Mac Observer is taking off Monday, July 4th. We will return Tuesday, July 7th, with our usual Apple, Mac, iPad iPhone, and Apple Watch news. TMO’s Daily Observations podcast is taking off the holiday, too. See you on Tuesday!
A Guide to Apple Chargers in 2021
Need to replace you Mac Charger? John and I discuss picking the right cable for you in this segment from Mac Geek Gab Episode 877.
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TV Time: Your TV Show Calendar
Here’s an awesome way to find where all your favorite movies and tv shows are streaming! Check out this mini-segment from Mac Geek Gab Episode 877 on TV TIME!
New Ransomware ‘Tsunami’ Destroying Supply Chains
The REvil hacking team is back with new malware. Brand new, still developing, but their ransomware called “Tsunami” is wreaking havoc.
The software in question, Kaseya VSA, is popular among so-called managed service providers, which provide IT infrastructure for companies that would rather outsource that sort of thing than run it themselves. Which means that if you successfully hack an MSP, you suddenly have access to its customers. It’s the difference between cracking safety deposit boxes one at a time and stealing the bank manager’s skeleton key.
iOS 15: A First Look at Automating With Shortcuts
Shortcuts is getting some new features with iOS 15 as well as appearing on macOS Monterey this fall. Here are some of the new changes.
Europe Chief Tells Apple Not to Use Privacy to Limit Competition
Margrethe Vestager, the European Commission’s VP for technology, says that Apple shouldn’t use privacy and security to limit competitors.
Brydge 11 MAX+ Supports iPad Pro, iPad Air
After releasing the 12.9-inch MAX+ keyboard case Brydge is following up with the 11-inch MAX+ for iPad Pro and iPad Air.
Hot Corner Modifier Keys for Your Mac
In this mini-segment from Mac Geek Gab Episode 877, John and I discuss one of our Favorite Quick Tips EVER!
