Today, Dr Mac joins Kelly to talk about the magic of multiple monitors without buying a whole new display. And margaritas. But mostly screens.
The Joys of Multiple Mac Monitors
Dr. Mac shows you how to get more screen real estate for free (as long as your Mac and iPad are new enough…)
The DIY Raspberry Pi Automatic Guitar Tuner
First of all, “music is notably mathematical” is a brilliant pun. Second of all, this project is a brilliant merger of Maker DIY tech and music, especially since the gadget actually turns the pegs for you to tune your guitar strings. This Raspberry Pi project is based on Band Industries’ Roadie 3 automatic tuner. I love the fact that Jean-Gilles not only provides the instructions and source code for the project, but also the 3D printing files.
Music is notably mathematical, so it should come as no surprise that many makers turn to creating their own Raspberry Pi-based solutions for musical problems. Today we’ve got a sharp, problem-solving creation to share from maker Guyrandy Jean-Gilles. Tired of twisting his pegs, Jean-Gilles opted to develop his own Raspberry Pi Pico-powered automatic guitar tuner.
'OSX.ZuRu' Malware Spreads From Trojanized Apps via Sponsored Search Results
The latest Mac malware to be discovered is called OSX.ZuRu. It spreads via infected apps from sponsored search results.
The legitimate and the malicious iTerm2 application bundles contain a massive number of files, including several Mach-O binaries. Moreover, the malicious version appears largely benign (as is the case with most applications that have been surreptitiously trojanized). As such, it takes us a minute to uncover the malicious component.
TP-Link Introduces Tri-band Gaming Wi-Fi Router
If someone’s gaming is bogging down your wireless network, TP-Link has the answer. Its gaming Wi-Fi router has a dedicated band for them
5 Brands to Consider for iPhone 13 Accessories
Yesterday we published a list of 13 brands to consider when you’re buying iPhone 13 cases. Today we have five brands to list for your iPhone 13 accessories.
An AirTag Alternative: Chipolo ONE Spot
Looking for a third-party AirTag? Check Out Chipolo One Spot from Mac Geek Gab 888.
Health Apps Must Warn Users of Data Breaches, Says FTC
The Federal Trade Commission issued a policy statement on Thursday. It says that health apps and wearable companies must warn their users of data breaches or face fines.
In a policy statement adopted during an open meeting, the Commission noted that health apps, which can track everything from glucose levels for those with diabetes to heart health to fertility to sleep, increasingly collect sensitive and personal data from consumers These apps have a responsibility to ensure they secure the data they collect, which includes preventing unauthorized access to such information.
Excellent news. Now they should make sure the fines are high enough to deter repeat offenders (cough T-Mobile).
Reminder: Set Up a Shortcut to Preorder Your iPhone 13
Friday, September 17 at 5AM PT/8AM ET is the day that people can officially preorder their iPhone 13. Set up a shortcut to speed up the process.
PrivacyTools Website Rebrands as Privacy Guides (Update)
PrivacyTools.io is a website I’ve long used to learn about different types of private software. The team announced that it will rebrand as Privacy Guides.
Our work maintaining PrivacyTools has been extremely difficult of late without access to key assets such as the domain and without the participation of its founder.
This name change is the first step in this process of regaining our independence as a community. Eventually, we plan on creating a new legal organization designed around the community to ensure our long-term sustainability. This will take some careful planning and time to get right, but we’re confident we can prevent this from ever happening again, and keep us independent of any one team member.
Update: It appears there is some contention or intra-politics. The official PrivacyTools Twitter account said it is a project split, not a rebrand.