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Jeff Carlson and Kirk McElhearn discuss photography and the Apple ecosystem. We cover using an iPhone or any other camera with Apple hardware and software, and we welcome photographers to discuss their work.
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Doug Adams and Kirk McElhearn discuss music and musicians, and how we listen to music, whether it be analog or digital, downloaded or streamed, audio, or video.
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Join journalist Kirk McElhearn, author of Take Control of Scrivener, as he interviews writers of all kinds about their processes, routines, and how they use Scrivener, the app dedicated to long-form writing. Writers share their experiences, their different approaches to getting words down on the page, and how they use Scrivener. Whether you’re a Scrivener user or just interested in writing, this podcast has something for you.
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Join the Intego Mac security experts for the latest Apple news, industry opinions, and a splash of security advice in our easy-to-digest, entertaining, and informative podcast series. Hosted by Kirk McElhearn and Josh Long.
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We take a look at the brand new gear just released by Apple: M4 iMacs, Mac minis, and MacBook Pros, and we talk about the latest operating system updates, which include the first Apple Intelligence tools. Show Notes: Apple releases macOS Sequoia 15.1, iOS 18.1, and more, with security updates How to Install Apple Beta Software for macOS Sequoia, iO…
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A few last minute thoughts before next week's Apple product announcements. We take a look at Apple Pay marking its 10th year as an Apple financial service. And we've got a hands-on with Apple's Writing Tools, part of the new suite of Apple Intelligence features. Show Notes: Apple celebrates 10 years of Apple Pay Apple will let verified businesses d…
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We discuss desert island discs as a thought experiment, though we didn't agree on the ground rules. Help support The Next Track by making regular donations via Patreon. We're ad-free and self-sustaining so your support is what keeps us going. Thanks! ‌Show notes: Episode #130 - Desert Island Discs, Part 1 Episode #133 - Desert Island Discs, Part 2 …
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The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro introduce a new twist on an existing feature, and the result is... confusion and complexity. Photographic Styles can be very powerful, but it really requires you to dig into the details. Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website, Jeff's photos, Jeff on Instagram, Jeff on Glass, Jeff on Mastodon Kirk McElhearn: website, Kirk's pho…
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Apple's latest iPad mini refresh leaves some critics wanting more. If Apple plans a product event in the near future, what will get updated and what won't? And we've got some tips on using Apple's new iPhone Mirroring feature. Show Notes: iPad mini (A17) Which iPad Is Best for You in 2024? Which Apple Pencil works with my iPad? iPhone had best ever…
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This week we discuss a bevy of not-so-good for Google stories; an Anker product to beware of; and thoughts about anticipated new Apple product announcements. Show Notes: Multiple Russian YouTubers apparently unbox the not-yet-announced MacBook Pro M4 Competing rumors differ on if the Apple Ring is dead or about to be born Apple may not be making a …
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Music is a product. We discuss how music is sold and promoted. Help support The Next Track by making regular donations via Patreon. We're ad-free and self-sustaining so your support is what keeps us going. Thanks! ‌Show notes: On the State of the (Book)World, with Lauren Groff and Neel Mukherjee MUBI BFI Player Nightsleeper - iPlayer Our next track…
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Now that Kirk and Jeff have received their iPhone 16 Pros, it’s time to take them into the world and see how the new photographic features work. Is the Camera Control all it’s cracked up to be? Does a 48 megapixel ultra-wide camera make much difference? We talk about our first hands-on experiences with Apple’s new pocket cameras—sorry, mobile phone…
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Apple patches a security vulnerability in one of its most popular Windows apps. Scam banking and finance apps continue to be a scourge on the App Store. And we've got more hands-on experience with the latest Apple Watch and iPhone, and some tips on what to check when transferring data to a new iPhone. Show Notes: About the security content of iTune…
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Veronica Roth is the author of many fantasy novels, including the Divergent series. Show notes: Veronica Roth When Among Crows Veronica Roth's three favorite Scrivener features BBC interview with Ken Follett Why You Should Print Your Manuscript and Edit It on Paper The Tainted Cup, Robert Jackson Bennet Learn more about Scrivener, and check out the…
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We discuss what's patched in Apple's latest operating systems, and more importantly, some of what isn't. Models of some brand name TVs are phoning home with screenshots of your viewing habits. Telegram changes its terms of service in a way which won't make criminals happy. And of course, we're hands on with Apple's new Watch and iPhone. Show Notes:…
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Kirk attended a unique concert recently, and Doug and Kirk discuss how concerts could be more interesting. Help support The Next Track by making regular donations via Patreon. We're ad-free and self-sustaining so your support is what keeps us going. Thanks! ‌Show notes: Episode #178 - Lieder and Opera Singer Ian Bostridge Winterreise review - agony…
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We discuss what's new in the latest Apple operating system updates, including security patches and our favorite features. We talk about a change to Apple ID that everyone needs to know about. And we take a special look at the Passwords app, which many users may start seeing for the first time. Show Notes: Apple Account Apple pauses iPadOS 18 rollou…
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It’s that time again: new iPhones! By which we mean, of course, new Apple Cameras That Also Do Other Stuff. Kirk and Jeff are both upgrading their phones this year, largely due to the new Camera Control button but also the 48 MP (megapixel) ultra-wide camera and the new 48 MP Fusion camera that reads data fast enough to remove the shutter lag when …
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We discuss all the new products Apple announced in its Glowtime event: the iPhone 16, Apple Watch and, and AirPods. Show Notes: Apple Introduces iPhone 16, Apple Watch 10, and New AirPods The Complete Guide to Apple Watch Bands in 2024: Sizing, Styles, and More AirPods Pro hearing aid upgrade hits stocks of major brands AirPods hearing aid feature …
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People are more likely to have good audio for their TV, to watch movies and films, than for music these days. Help support The Next Track by making regular donations via Patreon. We're ad-free and self-sustaining so your support is what keeps us going. Thanks! ‌Show notes: Panasonic Streaming 4K Blu Ray Player DP-UB820-K Our next tracks: 2001: A Sp…
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A European Union consumer advocate describes how Apple fails to comply with DMA. An explanation why Touch ID doesn't always work: you may have negligible fingerprints. It's possible to receive a damaged iPhone replacement instead of a repaired one. And trading in your Apple devices might be a good idea right now, because prices are looking good. Sh…
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William Shaw writes crime fiction and adventure thrillers. Show notes: William Shaw The Wild Swimmers Aphantasia The Conspirators Raymond Carver: What We Talk About When We Talk About Love Writers just want to be left alone Elly Griffiths: The Locked Room Martin Green: Seven Types of Adventure Tale: An Etiology of a Major Genre The Interpreter Adam…
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Apple announces the date of their September iPhone event. You should be aware that Apple ID is going to be called something different when Apple's new operating systems arrive. Some changes are also coming to Apple Care, and we have the details. And as usual, there's new Stealer malware to talk about this week. Show Notes: Apple Event - It's Glowti…
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Don't buy hi-fi audio equipment that needs firmware updates. (This means you, Sonos.) Help support The Next Track by making regular donations via Patreon. We're ad-free and self-sustaining so your support is what keeps us going. Thanks! ‌Show notes: Cambridge Audio EVO ONE Sonos, still trying to fix its broken app, lays off 100 employees Episode #1…
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You can now access Apple Podcasts on the web. iCloud is the most popular Apple subscription service, and there's an important reason why. A cleverly placed AirTag catches a porch pirate. And there's more fallout from the recent breach of personal information from National Public Data. Show Notes: Apple Podcasts available on the web Apple Maps Repor…
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Is your photo library spread out among different drives and apps? We’re not talking about maybe having a couple of Lightroom Classic catalogs—it’s not uncommon now for a photographer to have Lightroom libraries, Capture One libraries, Apple Photos libraries, even old iPhoto and Aperture libraries collected over the years. In this episode we welcome…
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A massive data leak affects virtually everyone in the USA and Canada. What do you need to do? Apple will soon be allowing third party apps to make NFC transactions. We think that's pretty cool, and we'll tell you why. It's a new week, which means there's another variant of stealer malware. And we've got a big reason to avoid browser extensions: the…
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It's tough to make money in the music business. So artists sell merch. Help support The Next Track by making regular donations via Patreon. We're ad-free and self-sustaining so your support is what keeps us going. Thanks! ‌Show notes: Shakedown Street (Grateful Dead parking lot market) Live Nation announces it will drop merch cuts and pay $1,500 st…
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Apple releases updates to its beta software, including two versions of macOS Sequoia. Upcoming changes to Gatekeeper security will make it more difficult to run third-party software that hasn't been approved by Apple. A bug in Microsoft Authenticator, the two factor authenticating tool, locks users out of accounts. And Apple sells out of a popular …
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Natasha Bell writes psychological thrillers and teaches creative writing. Show notes: Natasha Bell His Perfect Wife How author Ken Follett sold nearly 200 million books (video showing how he writes) Faber Academy: Finish Your Draft Catherine Lacey: Biography of X Learn more about Scrivener, and check out the ebook Take Control of Scrivener. If you …
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Many cameras now feature IBIS: in-body image stabilization. But do you really need a stabilized body? Can you use just a stabilized lens? And for that matter, is image stabilization just a crutch for lazy photographers? Also in this episode, we ponder perfect photo destinations. Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website, Jeff's photos, Jeff on Instagram, Jeff o…
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Operating system updates with security patches arrived for Apple devices this week and we have the rundown of fixes. Apple experiences a major outage of iCloud Private Relay. What does that mean, and who was affected? And the newest betas of Apple's upcoming software are giving us the first look at Apple Intelligence. Show Notes: A member of parlia…
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It's the summer of Apple beta software. We chat a bit about the Music app, new operating systems, and how Apple's AI could affect Apple Music. Help support The Next Track by making regular donations via Patreon. We're ad-free and self-sustaining so your support is what keeps us going. Thanks! ‌Show notes: macOS Sequoia Preview Moom Soulver How to I…
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We look into the worldwide effects of the CrowdStrike catastrophe: what caused this issue, why it happened, and what went wrong. Show Notes: BeaverTail and InvisibleFerret malware target job-seeking Mac users Pirate streaming app for iOS tricked App Store Review to get approved by Apple Facebook ads for Windows desktop themes push info-stealing mal…
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Touting Panasonic’s new LUMIX S9 camera, a representative was quoted saying that Micro Four Thirds sensors are more difficult to understand than full-frame sensors, especially for people with “low camera literacy.” That piqued our interest, because many photographers assume that a full-frame sensor is just inherently better. But is that true? And i…
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The AT&T breach affects over 100 million users. What customer data has fallen into the hands of hackers? Public betas of Apple's new operating systems are available, and we have some advice if you're thinking of installing the. A recover feature is coming to the Photos app. But...why? And Apple's latest ad highlighting its privacy features is big o…
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"Don’t confuse consumption with reach." Help support The Next Track by making regular donations via Patreon. We're ad-free and self-sustaining so your support is what keeps us going. Thanks! ‌Show notes: Reach, Bob Lefsetz Glastonbury on the BBC iPlayer Glastonbury 2024 line-up Our next tracks: Robert Fripp: Washington Square Church CD, download Ro…
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Improvements to encryption have finally arrived in the Mac version of the ChatGPT app. Apple has delayed some new operating system features by a few more months. And Samsung can put a Smart Ring on your finger right now. Does Apple have plans for its own Smart Ring? Show Notes: Microsoft and Apple ditch OpenAI board seats amid regulatory scrutiny C…
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If you're wondering whether film photography is really experiencing a resurgence in popularity, the announcement of the Pentax 17 is your answer. It's a brand-new film-only camera with some interesting design choices. Also in this episode, we talk about social media alternatives to Instagram for photographers. Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website, Jeff's p…
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Further observations on using the new iPad Pro. Which iPhone models will be able to use Apple Intelligence and why? An Apple leak provides answers. What is the regreSSHion vulnerability and how could it impact your Mac? And the number of features coming in macOS Sequoia that Intel Macs won't support may surprise you. Show Notes: Apple's Phil Schill…
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No one gets up in the morning and says, “I want to be in a classic rock band.” Help support The Next Track by making regular donations via Patreon. We're ad-free and self-sustaining so your support is what keeps us going. Thanks! ‌Show notes: The most popular, obscure, Democratic, Republican and hated music in America Queen Catalog to Be Acquired b…
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Show notes: Wendy van Camp The Planets SFWA - Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association The Curate’s Brother: A Jane Austen Variation of Persuasion NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) Stuart Horwitz: Blueprint Your Bestseller Learn more about Scrivener, and check out the ebook Take Control of Scrivener. If you like the podcast, please foll…
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Apple drops one of its financial services that it only introduced last year. More countries can now participate in Apple's self-service repair program. Installed Chrome browser extensions could be more dangerous than Google is letting on. And in a new white paper, Apple declares its dedication to long-range privacy and security using some "squishy"…
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Apple’s Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) is where we learn about what’s coming in the company’s many operating systems, and this year was focused on machine learning features and AI - Apple Intelligence. That turns out to have a lot of significance on photography, such as in searching your photo library and making edits in the Photos app. We l…
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Microsoft recalls Recall. An Arc browser impostor contains malware. We'll tell you which older devices will be able to run Apple's newest operating systems, and we discuss the security and privacy improvements Apple has announced for its upcoming OS releases. Show Notes: Microsoft pulls release preview build of Windows 11 24H2 after Recall controve…
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Something always goes wrong. "The grass may look great, but it's not real grass." Help support The Next Track by making regular donations via Patreon. We're ad-free and self-sustaining so your support is what keeps us going. Thanks! ‌Show notes: Episode #278: Gear Acquisition Syndrome Our next tracks: Charles Ives: Concord Sonata, by Donna Coleman)…
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We discuss Apple's announcements made it Its Worldwide Developers Conference, Keynote, and what to expect when new operating systems are officially released in the fall. Show Notes: Apple's WWDC keynote video Apple announces AI operating systems at WWDC24: macOS Sequoia, iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and more Apple Intelligence: Why most users won’t get it In…
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This week's Intego Mac podcast features a special report on the top 10 internet scams that everyone should know about, to protect the security of their data, their money, and their privacy. Show Notes: Zoom adds post-quantum end-to-end encryption to video meetings How Quantum Computing Will Affect Computer Security and Passwords Head of Canada’s in…
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Doug and Kirk discuss one of Brian Eno's best early albums, Another Green World. Help support The Next Track by making regular donations via Patreon. We're ad-free and self-sustaining so your support is what keeps us going. Thanks! ‌Show notes: Another Green World Another Green World (Wikipedia) Oblique Strategies Episode #164 - Sid Smith on the Li…
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Kate Heartfield writes historical fantasy novels, games, and stories. Show notes: Kate Heartfield The Embroidered Book The Valkyrie John Gardner, Grendel Aeon Timeline Vajra Chandrasekera, The Saint of Bright Doors Learn more about Scrivener, and check out the ebook Take Control of Scrivener. If you like the podcast, please follow it in Apple Podca…
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