Base charging stand for iPad Pro – Review

Wireless charging? This is so close. Logitech’s new Base is designed to charge both the 12.9 inch and the 9.7 inch iPad Pro. Its magic is that it connects magnetically to the Smart Connector on the side on the iPad Pros. Simply place either size Pro on the Base and it clicks into place and begins charging. No wires.

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TechFan #254 – Civil War

Tim and David mix it up by getting right into all your feedback. What is the post-PC era, and are we there yet? Plus, Tim replaces his a MacBook with a mini-PC, upgrades to a MacBook Air via OWC, and the end of Disney creating video games. The main focus is our review (spoilers!) of Captain America: Civil War.

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Just Mobile AluPlug USB dual charger – Review

The Aluplug is a wall-charger for any USB devices.There are two ports in the solid aluminum, an indicator light to let you know it’s active, and a wall plug that folds into the unit for storage and travel. Its 2.4 amp power supply assures rapid charging. There are many similar devices available. This one is stylish with a knurled finish that makes it easy to grip. The Aluplug feels substantial in the hand and performs well.

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Magtunes BUOY Portable Wireless Waterproof, Sandproof, Shockproof Speaker – first listen and look preview

Wow! That is the one word response people have when hearing and seeing BUOY from Magtunes, a new Australian company. This small, go-everywhere, wireless Bluetooth speaker is loaded with features and functionality, including both AUX-in and micro-SD inputs. With its low price and high sound quality and long battery life and big audio presence, this junior-sized wonder will have your friends dancing past midnight and your neighbors calling the police to get you turn the #%&* music down.

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LEGO Marvel’s Avengers – Review

It must have been six to eight months already, because it’s once again time for me to review a LEGO game on the Mac from Feral Interactive. Feral has been one of the best Mac developers for many years now, and they are really good at porting games from other platforms over to the Mac so we, too, can get our game on!

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Adorama Camera 24/7 Messenger Bag – Review

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The 24/7 Traffic Collection is a line of similar-styled satchels and pouches sold exclusively through Adorama Camera. The urban-designed collection includes several holster pouches as well as a few over-the-shoulder bags. I got my hands on their larger 24/7 Messenger Bag, which is not a camera bag per se, but it can carry your camera, some ancillary gear, plus other stuff.

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TechFan #253 – Time’s Top 50

Time posted a Top 50 Gadgets of All Time list, and David and Tim go through it selectively. Also, listener feedback and upgrade options for Nemo’s Macbook Pro.This episode of sponsored by MacSales.com

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IK Multimedia iRig Mic Studio – Review

iRig Mic Studio is the best portable studio quality microphone we’ve used at MyMac. If the price tag is a bit steep for you today, save up and buy it tomorrow. This go-everywhere microphone works perfectly with a Macintosh via an included USB input cable. Even better, it works beautifully with your iPad and iPhone via an included Lightning cable and the audio input app of your choice.

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MyMac Podcast 603: HMS Appletanic

Gaz is off this week so Karl Madden of various other podcasts near and dear to our hearts graciously consented to join Guy on this week’s podcast. Karl, because of your dedication, the photos will not be released to the general public and your check is in the mail. They talk about Apple’s latest financials, butchers that perform eye surgery, how to turn Guy into a 3 year old (like anyone would notice), consumerism, Apple Watches, politics, and just how old can a Mac get and still be productive. Or in Guy’s case, stop being a cheapskate and get new stuff!

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