MyMac Podcast 585: WE ARE GMEN

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Well we finally get the whole 300th episode since Guy and Gaz took over blah, blah, blah so no more about that. Just in time to start hyping the 600th episode of the podcast so, yeah. Guy gets a new mixer, but don’t get too used to it, Gaz gets a new iMac, you can get used to that, Guy finally gets his iPad Pro Unless it’s just some clever mirage, but its Guy so he wouldn’t admit it anyway. The GMen eventually get around to 300, in a fashion, and lots of the stuff you listen to this show for. We apologize in advance.

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UpStanding Desk – Review

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To Sit or not to sit… To Stand or not to stand… That is the question. It has been a normal daily routine going back to before typewriters and through the computer age for one to sit at a desk to work or to relax and read email or surf the web. In the past few years, the logic of sitting down at a desk has come into review as to the impact upon the users body and what happens if one sits down all the time. University studies had shown that extended sitting was having a negative impact upon the human body with a possible increase in coronary heart disease and other health problems from a lack of movement. Yet there was also the possibility of negative impact from extended standing.

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MindShift Gear BackLight 26L Photo Backpack – Review

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The $250 MindShift BackLight 26L (the 26L stands for 26 liters of internal volume) is a medium-sized backpack designed for the outdoors photographer but can be very much at home with anyone who wants to carry a lot of photo gear on their back in a handsomely designed bag. It comes in both green and graphite colors; I chose to review the graphite colored one. The first thing I noticed is how light the MindShift BackLight 26L feels (just around 4lbs/1.8kg). I don’t like heavy camera bags for comfort reasons, and this case does not add much more weight to my already heavy camera kit.

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Macally WIFISD2 Wireless iOS Media Hub and Travel Router – Review

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Macally’s new WIFISD2 is the perfect gift for someone who has almost everything. Not enough space on your iPhone or iPad for your movies, photos, music, games, and more? No problem! This Wireless iOS Media Hub and Travel Router can handle infinite SD cards, USB flash drives, USB external drives, with either network Wi-Fi pass through or an Ethernet cable connection. Even better: WIFISD2 has an internal battery that can both power it and charge an external USB device.

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Pocket Party Portable Speaker and Altec Lansing Mini H20 Portable Bluetooth Speaker – Review

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This little wonder is so small and so loud with such remarkable Bluetooth wireless range that it should be in everyone’s stocking this holiday season and in everyone’s pocket or purse or tote bag next year. I was very skeptical upon opening it: how can such a tiny speaker be any good? I was wrong!

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iHome Audio Kineta K2 Clock Radio Bluetooth Speakerphone Plus USB Charger – Review

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It’s a Bluetooth wireless speaker and speakerphone. It has a built-in USB charging port plus a removable iPhone charging USB cylinder. It’s a clock radio and dual alarm with an excellent time and date display. It’s attractive, compact, lightweight, and crisp-sounding. It has innovative digital touch top deck controls and an auxiliary audio input. And it has an affordable price for all this convenience and functionality.

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MyMac Podcast 584-5: TheMacMommy is Angry

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Gaz has some family stuff going on and couldn’t make it this week, so Melissa Davis TheMacMommy agrees to subject herself to the terrors of doing a podcast with Guy. Still no iPad Pro for Guy since apparently AT&T wants to punish him because he’s, well Guy and because they can. Melissa is mad at Paula Poundstone because Paula thinks she knows something about tech (no), education (GOD no), and raising children (PLEASE GOD NO!). She also deploys a BILLON iPads (Melissa no Paula) which is probably closer to 28 than a billion. The 300th show will happen next week or whenever.

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olloclip Active Lens for iPhone 6/6s and 6Plus/6sPlus – Review

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olloclip continues to be the industry leader and innovator in lenses for iPhones. The companys latest combo product, Active Lens for iPhone 6/6s and 6Plus/6sPlus, has an integrated pair of front/back lenses to assist with wide angle and telephoto image making. You and your phone wont be too far or too close to your subjects when these lenses are handy.

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TechFan #233 – Jacked Up

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Tim brings up the rumor of Apple abandoning the headphone jack on the next iPhone and goes off on the idea. Metal roofs are also discussed, as well as Konami getting egg on their face, the Wolsen portable gaming console, a broken Xbox 360, the disappointing sales of the new Halo and Star Wars Battlefront games, and much more.

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CustomSLR Dual Camera Strap – Review

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For many photographers it is required to have two camera bodies while shooting events. Carrying those two cameras can become a nightmare. CustomSLR has recently released the Dual Camera Strap for when you need to use two cameras in a demanding setting.

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BTC450 Hands-Free Bluetooth Car Kit – Review

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Many states and countries are passing laws to stop usage of mobile devices while driving. If your car radio unit has a Bluetooth system, you can use your phone wirelessly and hands-free. If you do not have it yet, the BTC450 Hands-Free Bluetooth Car Kit can add it at a low cost.

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A Family Christmas, Circa 1910-15

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Over ten years ago my Grandfather sat down and wrote out his memories of Christmas. This year my wife and I will be with him as he celebrates his 98th holiday. I thought his writing might give all a chance to pause and reflect on the one of the true meanings of the season.

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MyMac Podcast 584: Must see AppleTV

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So WOULD Apple buy the rights to NFL games on Thursday nights and make them exclusive to the AppleTV? Guy and Gaz talk about this and other examples of how exclusive content has been used to entice people to buy hardware or services. That and all the usual nonsense that you’re used to hearing and for that they’re sorry.

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