Sometimes speed is what it’s all about. Many of this week’s topics focus around making sure your Mac is running as fast as possible. That’s not all, though. Learn how to test your network from your iPhone, manage Mail plugins effectively, and recapture all those songs you added to Apple Music before they were removed. Of course, any tangents are bonus gifts from John and Dave. Press play and enjoy learning five new things!
Apple and Others Sign Letter to Support Paris Agreement
Apple, Google, Microsoft, Adobe, and more tech companies have signed a United For The Paris Agreement letter that calls on the U.S. to stay in the international climate change pact.
They argued that the international pact would “strengthen [US] competitiveness” by helping it lead the way in technologies that will usher in an eco-friendly future. It also sets “clear goals” that help with planning and spur innovation, the companies said.
The letter isn’t a binding commitment, and it’s unlikely to persuade a White House that has both ignored and tried to censor climate science. Nonetheless, it makes clear where numerous companies stand…
In the meantime we can educate people to accept scientific facts and not treat climate change as a hoax or political issue.
Facebook Begins Rollout of New Photo Transfer Tool
Facebook announced that it is rolling a new tool that allows users to transfer their photos from the social network to other services.
The 2020 Limited Edition Mac Bundle with Parallels, iMazing, TextExpander, More: $36
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With A Rusty Spork – TMO Daily Observations 2019-12-02
Andrew Orr and Bryan Chaffin join host Kelly Guimont to discuss the latest “predictions” about Apple products, and tracking holiday packages.
How to Track Christmas Packages With USPS in 2019
Christmas is just around the corner, and you might be wondering how to track Christmas packages that arrive via USPS. Here’s how.
Here's How to Track UPS Packages in 2019
We’ve covered all of the other popular package services, now we’ll show you where you can track UPS packages.
Use FedEx Package Tracking For Christmas Gifts in 2019
Use FedEx package tracking for your Christmas gifts. It’s easy to use and a convenient tool. You can also sign up for FedEx Delivery Manager.
Flash Deal: Get $10 off a $50 iTunes Gift Card on Amazon
Amazon is offering a US$50 iTunes gift card for US$40. But you have to buy one in the next 90 minutes because it’s a Lightning Deal.
One card, millions of ways to enjoy it. Use the App Store & iTunes Gift Card to get apps, games, music, movies and TV shows. Available in a variety of denominations – spend it on in-app content, books, TV show subscriptions or even iCloud storage to secure files from all your Apple devices.
EU Antitrust Regulators Investigating Google
The EU Commission is investigating how Google collects data. Reuters confirmed a story on Monday it originally ran on Friday, demonstrating the 27-nation bloc’s increasing focus on so-called Big Tech.
The EU executive said it was seeking information on how and why Alphabet unit Google is collecting data, confirming a Reuters story on Friday. “The Commission has sent out questionnaires as part of a preliminary investigation into Google’s practices relating to Google’s collection and use of data. The preliminary investigation is ongoing,” the EU regulator told Reuters in an email. A document seen by Reuters shows the EU’s focus is on data related to local search services, online advertising, online ad targeting services, login services, web browsers and others.