Learn how to spot whether an Apple rumor is valid. Many Apple rumors have no source and don’t fit with the company’s past. Find out what to look for so you can decide for yourself which rumors make the most sense. (more...)

Find out how you can use the Web to translate pieces of text or whole Web pages. Learn how to use the two main translation services: Babel Fish and Google Translate. (more...)

Learn how to make a simple music loop using GarageBand in this excerpt from the MacMost.com Guide to Switching to the Mac by Gary Rosenzweig. You can use simple loops in photo slideshows, videos and other projects. (more...)

Learn how to rename a batch of files using Automator in Snow Leopard. You can quickly and easily create a workflow that will allow you to select a group of files or a folder and rename the files replacing or adding text, adding numbers or the time or changing the file extension. (more...)

Many users never change the iTunes Import Settings, but it is important that you check them out and make sure that iTunes is importing your CDs using a format that you like. The default AAC may not provide the versatility that you need. (more...)

Learn the basics about searching for files with Spotlight. (more...)

Take a look at the new Magic Mouse from Apple. This wireless mouse features a touch-sensitive trackpad-like surface for scrolling and gestures. (more...)

In addition to being a general upgrade to the iMac line, the new iMacs have 12 new and interesting features that you should know about. (more...)

You can use GarageBand to edit your video’s audio. You can filter the audio, add music, adjust the volume and re-arrange the sound. (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at three ways to save and view Web pages outside of Safari, from his new book the MacMost.com Guide to Switching to the Mac. (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at the section on printing and sharing pictures from his new book the MacMost.com Guide to Switching to the Mac. (more...)

Learn how to start your own blog using a free blogging service. Get tips about which topic to choose, what to do to get off to a good start, and learn about common blogging mistakes. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. In today’s episode let’s talk about starting your own blog. [...] (more...)

Learn about the new book from MacMost.com. It is a complete guide to learning to use Mac OS X Snow Leopard. Written for both switchers and people who want to learn more about their Mac, the book teaches the fundamentals of using the operating system and the applications that come with every Mac. You can find [...] (more...)

The title bar in Finder and document windows is more than just decoration. You can drag the proxy icon to copy or attach files. You can use the title to determine the file path and jump to parent folders. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary from MacMost Now. On today’s episode, let’s learn about [...] (more...)

The Image Capture program on your Mac can give you direct control over the pictures on your digital camera. You can even take pictures with your camera while connected to your Mac. You can also create Web pages and PDFs using your photos. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary: Hi this is Gary with MacMostNow. On today’s [...] (more...)

Interviews with iPhone app developers from the 360iDev conference. The developers talk about their apps, what they like about making iPhone and iPod Touch apps, what they don’t like, and how others can get started in the business. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today lets talk to some iPhone App [...] (more...)

The free program Fluid allows you to create applications that display a single site in a Safari-like browser. You can use it to turn sites like Gmail into applications, and also access lots of advanced browser functionality not present in Safari. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today, lets learn how [...] (more...)

You can connect two Macs together by re-booting one into Firewire target disk mode. This allows the first Mac to access the second as a Firewire drive. You can then transfer files between the two computers faster than using a network. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary at MacMost Now and today’s episode let’s [...] (more...)

You can use three different methods to create links to the iTunes store. These links will automatically open up the iTunes application and take you to the song, artist, video, app, podcast or section in the iTunes Store. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. In today’s episode, let’s take a look [...] (more...)

Snow Leopard includes a new version of iCal that lets you edit events in two new ways that make it much easier to use iCal as your calendar program. You can also easily import and sync Google and Yahoo calendars. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost. On today’s episode lets look [...] (more...)

Preview was updated for Snow Leopard to include some powerful annotation features. You can now mark up documents and images with lines, notes, highlights and links. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode, let’s learn how to use annotations in Preview. So, Preview has been around for many versions [...] (more...)

iTunes 9 adds more than just LPs and extended video purchases. There is also a different way to browse your music, a wish list, Genius mixes, iPod syncing options, Twitter and Facebook recommendations, new Smart Playlist features and more. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode, let’s take a [...] (more...)

Take a look at video recording on the new iPod Nano. Learn what it can do and how well it works. See a comparison between the iPod Nano, iPhone 3GS and the Flip Mino. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, This is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode let’s take a look at video recording on [...] (more...)

Take a look at the new iPod Nano which features lots of new features like a video camera, microphone, pedometer and FM radio. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode let’s take a look at the new iPod Nano. So first let’s take a look at what’s the same [...] (more...)

Learn about the new iTunes 9 Home Sharing feature. It lets you easily share and copy media from one computer to another from within iTunes. However, setup requires one or more iTunes accounts and the new features are simply shortcuts to what was already possible. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hi this is Gary with [...] (more...)

Apple’s Steve Jobs announces a new version of iTunes with more advanced syncing options, a new iPod Nano with a video camera, iPhone OS 3.1, pre-made ringtones in the iTunes Store, and a new iPod Touch at a lower price point. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi This is Gary with MacMost Now. Just a quick episode [...] (more...)

Learn about the new text substitution feature in Snow Leopard that lets you create your own text shortcuts so you can quickly type commonly used phrases or hard-to-type characters. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode let’s take a look at the new text substitution feature in [...] (more...)

Learn how to use the new screen recording feature of QuickTime X in Snow Leopard. It provides basic video screen capture ability. Also learn how to go beyond the basics with better third-party applications. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary, with MacMost Now. On today’s episode, let’s take a look at the new screen [...] (more...)

Snow Leopard introduces QuickTime X, a new version of the QuickTime Player. While it adds trimming and exporting functionality, it lacks many of the advanced features of QuickTime 7, and is no comparison to QuickTime 7 Pro. (more...)

Learn more about Snow Leopard running 64-bit applications and whether you need to worry about if your Mac boots using the 64-bit kernel. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary, with MacMost Now. On today’s episode, let’s take a look at the new screen recording features of QuickTime 10. So in episode 287, the one [...] (more...)

Take a look at some of the visible changes in Snow Leopard, including Dock menus, Expose, text replacement, QuickTime X and others. (more...)

Get answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about Snow Leopard, Apple’s new version of Mac OS X which comes out this Friday. Questions include: How does the upgrade work, will third-party applications work, will I get back drive space by upgrading, and should I upgrade? (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig runs down his top 10 reasons to get Snow Leopard, Apple’s new OS for Intel-based Macs. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. Well this Friday Snow Leopard will finally be out. Let’s go ahead and take a look at the top 10 reasons to upgrade to Snow Leopard. So [...] (more...)

Use the Network Utility application on your Mac to find out who owns a domain name and which ISP hosting service it is located at. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode lets use Network Utility to figure out who owns a domain name. So Network Utility is an application [...] (more...)

You can use aliases to create shortcuts to files and folders. You can also put aliases in the Dock and the Finder sidebar. Aliases help you keep your files organized while allowing for quick access to files you use often. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today’s episode lets take a [...] (more...)

Learn how to take a photo in iPhoto 09 and make a small square icon to use as your icon or avatar in social media networks like Twitter, Facebook and other blogs and forums throughout the Web. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary, with MacMost Now. On today’s episode, let’s look at how you [...] (more...)

Even though Apple doesn’t sell T-shirts, there are still plenty of places on the Web where you can buy a shirt to proclaim that you are a fan of Apple, the Mac, iPod or iPhone. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode, let’s do something a little different and [...] (more...)

Learn how to create layers of audio in iMovie 09 and to adjust the volume of each layer and add sound effects to your iMovie projects. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode let’s look how to layer and edit audio in iMovie 09. So iMovie 09 allows [...] (more...)

With the Ink feature of Mac OS X you can use a cheap tablet and your Mac will recognize the letters you write as an alternative to using a keyboard. You can insert text and drawings into documents. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. Did you know that you can [...] (more...)

You can customize the top of every Mac OS X Finder window adding useful buttons that perform common tasks. You can also add files, folders and applications to the toolbar. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode, let’s take a closer look at the finder toolbar. So the finder [...] (more...)

The best thing about the iPhone is that you can add third-party apps to it. Find out which apps you should add to your iPhone right away. Here are 11 free iPhone apps to get you started. You can search for product and resaurant reviews, check movie times, update your Facebook page, read books, draw [...] (more...)

Take a look at the useful Mac OS X Stickies program. You can add little notes to your screen that float above other windows. Use them for reminders, to-do lists or quick bits of text. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now and let’s go ahead and take a look at [...] (more...)

Check out the new iPhone app from Apple that allows you to access the files on your MobileMe iDisk. You can view files, share with friends and even store some locally for viewing while offline. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. On today’s episode, let’s take a look at the [...] (more...)

You can publish your own iCal calendar to MobileMe or to your own hosted server. Others can then subscribe to your calendar. It is a great way to make a list of events available to others. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hi, this is Gary from MacMost Now. On today’s episode, let’s learn how to [...] (more...)

Macs are commonly used by comic book artists. Artists Duncan Rouleau and Karl Christian Krumpholz talk about which Mac hardware and software they use, and how popular Macs are in the industry. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. Last week I got the chance to go to Comic-Con International [...] (more...)

Spam isn’t just for email inboxes any more. You can also get spam on your social networks like Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. Learn how to cut down on the amount of junk you get. Find out what works and what doesn’t. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. In today’s episode, let’s [...] (more...)

Learn about the different options in Safari’s security preferences, such as fraud alerts and disabling plug-ins, JavaScript and cookies. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode let’s talk about Safari browser security. So being secure while browsing the web is important enough for Safari to have an entire Preferences [...] (more...)

Take a close look at the new iPhone 3GS Voice Control feature. Learn what it can do and about its many shortcomings. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. For today’s episode let’s take a closer look at voice control the iPhone 3GS. Ok so the iphone has a big new feature [...] (more...)

Take a close look at the iPhone 3GS camera and compare it to the iPhone 3G. It has many advantages, including the ability to record video. It can act as a replacement for both a compact still camera and a mini camcorder. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. Let’s take [...] (more...)

It is important to keep your third-party non-Apple applications updated so they are stable and you have the latest features. Often you have to manually check your version against the version at the Web site and carefully follow update instructions. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi. This is Gary with MacMost Now. In today’s episode, let’s talk [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig talks about the software, hardware and Internet services he uses to produce and distribute the MacMost Now video podcast. See the full post at http://macmost.com for links. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary. On this edition of MacMost Now, let’s take a look at how I make MacMost Now. So, I get [...] (more...)

Learn the ins-and-outs of titles in iMovie 09, which include title overlays, in-between clip titles, lower thirds, and more. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode, let’s take a look at how to use titles in iMovie 09. Using titles in iMovie 09 is one of the ways in [...] (more...)

Spaces creates virtual displays that you can switch between even though you only have one physical screen. You can place different windows and applications in different Spaces to extend the amount of desktop space you have to work. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi! This is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. On today’s episode let’s take a [...] (more...)

Snow Leopard will arrive in September. Here’s what you need to know about the new Mac OS X. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi. This is Gary with MacMost Now. Snow Leopard is coming. Let’s take a look at what you need to know. So what is Snow Leopard? Snow Leopard is the new version of Mac OS [...] (more...)

In addition to screen capture keyboard shortcuts built into Mac OS X, you can also use the Grab utility to capture the screen. This enables you to capture windows and perform timed screen captures as well. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary [xx] “MacMost Now”. On today’s episode let’s take a look at the screen [...] (more...)

You can change your system alert sound, even using a custom one that you create. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today lets learn how to change your system alert sound. So the system alert sound is what plays when you try to do something you shouldn’t be doing or something [...] (more...)

Learn all of the different ways you can edit clips in iMovie 09. You can select a portion of the clip, trim the ends, split a clip, use the clip trimmer and the precision editor. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: In today’s episode, let’s learn how to do basic movie editing with iMovie 09. There’s [...] (more...)

iWork 09’s spreadsheet program Numbers isn’t like the old-fashioned spreadsheet programs you may be used to. You can create small tables and design a sheet with each table having its own numbers and formulas and also using numbers from other tables. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) On today’s episode: Let’s take a look at how to use [...] (more...)

You can use Smart Builds in Keynote to quickly add a slideshow of photos into your presentation. The photos all exist on one slide, so you don’t need to create a separate slide for each image. You can set the transition and other options. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today’s [...] (more...)

There are four text editors you can use from the Terminal: Pico, Nano, Vi and Emacs. Each can be used to quickly edit text files. Learn how to access them and what makes them different. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi. This is Gary with MacMost Now. Today’s episode let’s take a look at some of the [...] (more...)

Learn how to use basic spreadsheet formulas in iWork 09’s Numbers program. You can use basic mathematical functions and also use functions to get the sum or average of a list of numbers. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today’s episode, let’s learn how to create formulas inside Numbers. So [...] (more...)

Take a look at how copy and paste work in the new iPhone OS 3.0. You can use it in Notes, Mail, Safari and just about any other application. You can even copy and paste pictures. Also look at landscape mode typing and the new search functionality. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hi this is [...] (more...)

Pages 09 has some cool advanced features. You can easily switch to a full screen mode, hide and show areas in an outline, include charts with live calculations, export and mail documents as Word or PDF files, and create password-protected PDF files. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Todays episode lets take a look at some of the [...] (more...)

The Zoom feature allows you to zoom in and look closer at a portion of your screen. It is a handy tool for anyone that works on a Mac. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode I want to show you one of the great hidden secrets of Leopard, [...] (more...)

Take a look at the Top Sites feature of the new Safari 4. It gives you a 3D preview of your most visited sites which you can customize to suit your needs. You also get a searchable coverflow view of your browsing history. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. [...] (more...)

At the WWDC today, Apple announced new MacBook Pro models, more details about Snow Leopard, the release date of the iPhone OS 3.0 and a new iPhone 3GS with a video camera. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. Well time to sum up all the new announcements from the apple worldwide [...] (more...)

Learn how to populate your iTunes music collection with artwork, even if the artwork is not in the iTunes database. You can search for your own art, even for albums that don’t have any available, and add them manually to your iTunes collection. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s [...] (more...)

The line-in input on your Mac isn’t meant for a microphone. Instead, you’ll need a USB audio interface. Learn about them and what type of microphone is used to make MacMost Now. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode, let’s take a look at how to use [...] (more...)

Learn how to use Automator in Mac OS X Leopard to record actions and play them back. In this example, you’ll see how to create an Automator script to save a Web page from Safari as a PDF. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) In today’s episode, let’s learn how to record a workflow using Automator. So Automator is [...] (more...)

Learn how to use keywords, checkmarks and ratings to organize your iPhoto collection. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi! This is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode lets learn how to use keywords, check marks, and ratings to manage your iPhoto collection. So back in episode 212 and then in episode 215, of MacMost Now, we looked [...] (more...)

You don’t need to use iWeb to build a Web site in your MobileMe account. All you need to do is use your iDisk and store html files in your Web/Sites folder. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary for MacMost Now. In today’s episode, lets take a look at how to use MobileMe to [...] (more...)

Learn how to use the System Preferences Keyboard Shortcuts section to create shortcuts for menu items in any application. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode lets learn how to make are own keyboard shortcuts for Mas OS 10 applications. So Mac OS 10 allows you to go [...] (more...)

Learn how to customize your iPhone using the iPhone’s settings. You can change your wallpaper, pick a custom ringtone, change how the home button works and add and arrange apps. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode let’s take a look a different ways you can customize [...] (more...)

Learn how to use the new Picture-In-Picture function in iMovie 09 to overlay video or a photo on top of your main video. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode let’s take a look at using Picture In Picture in iMovie ‘09. So in Episode 238 we looked at [...] (more...)

MacMost reviews the Logitech Quickcam VIsion Pro, a USB web camera packaged specifically for Mac. It is a good replacement for the discontinued stand-alone iSight cameras if you don’t have an iSight built into your Mac. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary: Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode, let’s take a look at [...] (more...)

Should you shut down your Mac or put it to sleep at the end of the day? Gary Rosenzweig looks at the different advantages of each, and reveals which one he favors. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary. On today’s episode of MacMost Now, let’s take a look at one of the biggest [...] (more...)

Mobile phone users must be vigilant and check for fraud on their monthly bills. iPhone users may find recurring charges for services they never asked for and possibly can’t even use on an iPhone. Here’s how to check for and deal with them. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today’s [...] (more...)

How to add a cut-away in iMovie 09. You can splice in an image to appear in the middle of a video clip with the audio continuing uninterrupted. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode let’s take a look at how to use Cut-Aways in iMovie 09. So, I love [...] (more...)

Did you know that you can use Time Machine with iPhoto, Mail and Address Book to recover lost photos, messages and contacts? Time Machine works with these programs in the same way it works with files in the Finder to allow you to recover lost data. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with MacMost [...] (more...)

Find out how to replace applications that you may have accidentally deleted from your Mac. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hi! This is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode, let’s look at how to recover an application you’ve accidentally deleted. OK. So suppose you accidentally delete some applications from your Mac. How do you [...] (more...)

Learn how to build a following on Twitter using a selection of techniques to create an audience that is interested in what you have to say Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode let’s take a look at how you can get people to follow you on Twitter. So, [...] (more...)

Learn how you can update the memory in your Mac. Check out where you can buy memory and how to figure out what type of memory your Mac needs. Then find out where you can get instructions on how to install new memory. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) On today’s episode, let’s take a look at how [...] (more...)

Sometimes the Finder can fail you when you want to copy lots of files, like an entire CD or DVD. Learn how to use the Terminal to copy whole volumes with better error handling and reporting. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode, let’s take a look at how you [...] (more...)

MacMost launches a new Mac Users Guide to Twitter section. In this video, if you are new to Twitter, find out how to find interesting people to follow to make your Twitter experience better. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) On today’s episode lets take a look at how you can find people to follow on Twitter. We’ve [...] (more...)

If you aren’t using Time Machine to back up your Mac, then it is time to start. Here are some options for a Time Machine backup drive. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode, let’s find a hard drive to use for Time Machine backups. So, are you backing [...] (more...)

Learn how to use and customize the Finder sidebar. Add common folders and searches, and control which devices are shown. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode let’s look at the Finder toolbar and how you can customize it. And here’s the Finder window and you can see that [...] (more...)

Learn how to use groups in Address Book to easily send email to the same group of friends. Also learn some tricks and about smart groups. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode, let’s take a look at groups in the Address Book. So, Address Book is one of the [...] (more...)

Learn how to use basic FTP to upload and download files with the open source Mac FTP program Cyberduck. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Video Name: MacMost Now 228: FTP With Cyberduck Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode let’s learn how to use FTP with Cyberduck. So, FTP stands for File Transfer Protocol. [...] (more...)

Learn how to customize your email signature and easily switch between multiple signatures. You can also have Mail choose a random one each time you send a message. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi! This is Gary with MacMost Now, brought to you by Square Space. For a great way to create your own website, visit MacMost.com/squarespace. [...] (more...)

Learn about the new iTunes DJ playlist and how to control the music from your Mac or iPhone. You can also have friends request or vote on songs they want to hear from their iPhones. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. Brought to you by Square Space. For a great way [...] (more...)

Learn about Hot Corners and how you can use them to have your cursor trigger actions like starting or disabling your screen saver, putting your display to sleep, or starting Expose or the Dashboard. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now, brought to you by Squarespace. For a great way to create [...] (more...)

Learn how to use Apple Mail’s rules to filter your email. You can get alerts when messages arrive, automatically sort mail into folders, and even reply or forward specific messages when they arrive. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now, brought to you by Squarespace. For a great way to create your [...] (more...)

Learn how to use the shareware program ffmpegX to compress your video while maintaining decent quality. This is useful if you want to send video to your iPod, upload video to the net, send it via email, or archive your camera’s video files. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary from MacMost Now brought to [...] (more...)

Take a look at the six sources of Apple rumors. Understanding where Apple rumors originate helps to explain why some rumors are right, and others are very wrong. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi. This is Gary with MacMost Now. This episode is brought to you by Squarespace. For a great way to build your [...] (more...)

You can supercharge cut, copy and paste on your Mac with the system extension Jumpcut. This free software provides a buffer of multiple clipboards allowing you to recall previous cut and copy contents. http://jumpcut.sourceforge.net/ Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now brought to you by squarespace for a great way to build [...] (more...)

iPhoto 09 allows you to create albums that sync between iPhoto and your Facebook account. You can add more photos to an album later on, and receive tag information from your Facebook friends back in iPhoto. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi. This is Gary with MacMost Now brought to you by SquareSpace. For a great way [...] (more...)

Take a look at the new maps feature in iMovie 09 that lets you create travel maps and 3D globes to use in your video productions. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now, brought to you by Squarespace. For a great way to build your own website, visit MacMost.com/squarespace. On this [...] (more...)

Look at a variety of ways to clean out old files and information from different programs like iCal, Address Book, Safari, Mail, iMovie, etc. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now, brought to you by SquareSpace. For a great way to build your own web site, check out MacMost.com/squarespace. Well, it’s the [...] (more...)

Take a look at the new features announced for the iPhone 3.0 OS and what new abilities for iPhone developers will mean for you in the future. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) MacMost is brought to you by square space for a great way to build a website check out MacMost.com/squarespace. Hi I’m Gary and on this [...] (more...)

Learn how to control the appearance of the Dock and how it works. Lots of tips. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi This is Gary with MacMost Now brought to you by squarespace for a great way to create your own website check out MacMost.com/squarespace. On this episode let’s take a closer look at some of the [...] (more...)

Check out the new Faces feature of iPhoto 09. You can tag people in your photos quickly with help from iPhoto’s facial recognition technology. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi. This is gary with MacMost Now. This episode is brought to you by square space. For a great way to make a website visit MacMost.com/squarespace to find out [...] (more...)

Check out the new iPod Shuffle, with 4GB of storage and a smaller size. Also uses text-to-speech technology and supports multiple playlists. But it fails to offer alternatives to using the included earbuds because the controls are a part of the wires. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is gary with MacMost Now brought you by [...] (more...)

Learn how to use Expose to make it easier to navigate between your windows and applications in Mac OS X. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) ary Rosenzweig: Hi! This is Gary with MacMost Now. This episode is brought to you by Squarespace. For a great way to create your own website, check out MacMost.com/squarespace. On this episode, [...] (more...)

Check out how to build your own Web site or create a blog using MacMost’s sponsor Squarespace. Use the coupon code MACMOST at checkout to get 10% for life. Click To Play play_blip_movie_1867388(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: On this MacMost special, I’m going to tell you a way to build your own website. Let me tell you [...] (more...)

Learn about the new feature in iPhoto 09 that allows you to label each photo with a location. It can use the GPS data from your camera, or you can supply the location yourself. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode, let’s explore the new [...] (more...)

Apple releases new versions of all of its desktop machines: the iMac, Mac mini and Mac Pro. Also new versions of the Airport Extreme, Time Capsule and Apple keyboard. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. Well, today Apple announced new Mac minis, new iMacs, and new Mac Pros, and a bunch [...] (more...)

Learn how to use Bluetooth file sharing to send files from one Mac to another without a local network, wires or anything else. Handy for easily getting a file from one Mac to another in almost any situation. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today, let’s learn how to [...] (more...)

You can use burn folders to archive data and create CD hand-outs. But you can also keep burn folders around and use them to make updated versions of those disks later on. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hi! This is Gary with MacMost Now. In today’s episode, let’s take a look at how to use [...] (more...)

Take a look at some of the new features in Safari 4, including Top Sites, cover flow for your history, and smart search. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode let’s take a look at the new Safari 4 Public Beta. So yesterday Apple released Safari 4 Public Beta. This [...] (more...)

Use the Preview application that comes with Mac OS X to cut out a person or object from a photo and make the rest transparent. You can use this to make better images for social network profiles, Pages documents or Keynote presentations. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) On today’s episode lets learn how to use Preview to [...] (more...)

You can use the Mac’s System Profiler to closely monitor your MacBook battery. You can view the charge capacity, current charge, age and current power use. You can use this to make adjustments to your behavior to get more life out of a charge. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hi, this is Gary with MacMost [...] (more...)

Learn how to make your applications fill your screen. Apps mentioned are iTunes, QuickTime, the Finder, iPhoto, iMovie and even Safari. You can find out more about the Saft program mentioned at http://haoli.dnsalias.com. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today let’s learn how to go full screen with a [...] (more...)

You can use your own domain name with your MobileMe service. This tutorial shows you how to set it up on the MobileMe service side and the domain registrar side. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hi, this is Gary for MacMost Now. Today let’s learn how to use a personal domain with your MobileMe website. Now [...] (more...)

Take a look at 10 different ways you can turn a set of images into a quick slideshow on your Mac. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today let’s look at ten different ways to do slideshows on your Mac. Now if you want to create a slideshow for [...] (more...)

In this MacWorld Expo special, check out TypeIt4Me, a productivity enhancer that allows you to trigger long sequences of text with only a few keystrokes. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary: Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. On this episode I’m going to show you some software that takes keyboard shortcuts to whole new level. So type [...] (more...)

In this MacWorld Expo special learn about the new Mac software from The Neat Company. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. At this years Mac World Expo, I caught up with the Neat company, and found out what’s new with Neat Receipts for Mac. So just last year, the Neat company finally released [...] (more...)

In this MacWorld Expo special, learn how to make 3D timelines using software from Bee Docs. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hi, this is Gary for MacMost Now. On this MacWorld Expo special, let’s take a look at Bee Docs 3D Timeline software for your Mac. So if you give presentations a lot, either for business [...] (more...)

In this MacWorld Expo special, learn about mDialog, a video sharing solution that works well with Macs, iPhones, iPods and Apple TV. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today’s MacWorld Expo special, I look at mDialog, an easy way to get into video publishing on the web. So I often [...] (more...)

In this MacWorld Expo special learn about iStudio Publisher, affordable desktop publishing software for the Mac. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary: Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode, let’s take a look at an affordable yet powerful desktop publishing program. So one of the first killer apps for the Mac was Desktop Publishing and [...] (more...)

In this MacWorld Expo special, learn how to print photos and screen shots directly from your iPhone to a printer using the HP iPrint Photo App. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) I’ve gotten several questions over the last few months about how you could print from your Iphone directly to a printer after all some other [...] (more...)

Take a look at some of the new features of iMovie, including image stabilization, video effects, new titles and themes. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hey Folks, Gary here with MacMost Now. I was playing around with iLife ‘09 specifically iMovie, because I use iMovie a lot. I used it to make this show. And I was [...] (more...)

In this MacWorld Expo special, take a look at the USB iChat speakerphone from http://www.ipevo.com/ Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. On this episode lets take a look at a speaker phone built specifically for use with iChat. So I came across a lot of interesting little gadgets at the Mac World [...] (more...)

On this MacWorld Expo special take a look at Sounds4Fun, software that allows you to attach sounds to all sorts of events on your Mac. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode, let’s find out how to apply sounds to actions and events that happen [...] (more...)

In this MacWorld Expo special, take a look at the latest developments from Axiotron, the developers of the Modbook. A new version now has some touch as well as pen capability, and a new model will soon support MacBook Pros. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. While at MacWorld Expo this [...] (more...)

In this MacWorld Expo special take a look at the Solio line of solar powered batteries. They can be used to charge your iPod or iPhone. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hi! This is Gary at MacMost Now. On today’s MacWorld Expo Special I check out the Solio solar panels for your iPod and iPhone. Now [...] (more...)

In this MacWorld Expo special, take a a look at this tiny laser-based projector that is about the size of an iPhone and projects an image from an iPod or iPhone or any video source. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now and another MacWorld Expo Special. Let’s take a [...] (more...)

Spatial View’s 3D screens allow you to view 3D images and play games in 3D without wearing glasses. A new iPhone will allow you to take 3D pictures and share them. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi. This is Gary with MacMost Now. Would you believe 3d on your Mac or iPhone with no glasses. Now I [...] (more...)

In this MacWorld Expo special, learn about Blurb.com and how you can write, design and print your own books and sell them online. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) 1: Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s Macworld Expo special. Let’s go and take a look at a way to print your own books. So I [...] (more...)

This MacWorld Expo special takes a look at NoteBook 3.0, feature-riich note-taking and organizing software. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s MacWorld Expo special, let’s take a look at NoteBook 3.0. So there’s a lot of different programs out there that allow you to take notes on your [...] (more...)

http://macmost.com/ 1Password helps you keep your online accounts more secure by allowing you to use different secure passwords for every site you visit, while still making it easy to log on. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s MacWorld Expo special I talk to one of the creators of the [...] (more...)

HP updated their home media server with Mac support including Time Machine backup over the network and iTunes features Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s MacMost special, let’s take a look at the HP MediaSmart Server. So you may find it strange that the largest producer of PCs, [...] (more...)

The Intelliscanner Mini is a tiny scanner that you can use to catalog your stuff or take it shopping. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary: Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. On this Mac World Expo special, let’s take a look at the Intelliscanner Mini. So, a lot of people use their macs to organize their [...] (more...)

The Ecamm Network announced a wireless web camera for Macs at this year’s MacWorld Expo. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary: On this MacWorld Expo special, let’s take a look at a Bluetooth webcam. Now it’s tough to find webcams that work really well with a Mac, let alone ones that have special functions. But the [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig reports from MacWorld Expo in San Francisco. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi! This is Gary with MacMost Now. Here I am at the MacWorld Expo 2009, and it’s been a long day. I’ve gone and taken a look at some of the new Apple products. For instance, I got a little view of some [...] (more...)

A look at today’s Apple announcements at the MacWorld Expo, including new updates to iLife and iWork, a new 17-inch MacBook Pro, and changes to how iTunes sells music. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today Apple announced iLife 09, iWork 09, a new 17″ MacBook Pro, and some great [...] (more...)

You can easily turn any document from any program into a PDF file by printing it and choosing to save as a PDF instead of sending to a printer. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today, I want to talk to you about one of the most useful things in all [...] (more...)

Some ideas for New Year’s resolutions that will help you be a better Mac user. Click To Play play_blip_movie_1639205(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. Looking to make some New Year’s Resolutions? Well I’ve got some Mac related ones for you that you may wanna try out. So, here’s some ideas for [...] (more...)

A look back at Apple news in 2008: MacBook Air, new iMac, iPods, MacBooks, MobileMe, iPhone 3G and the iPhone App Store. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. It’s time to review this year in Macintosh news. So 2008 started off with the MacWorld Expo announcements; the big one was for the [...] (more...)

If you hold down the Option key while selecting menus in the Finder, you’ll find some hidden functions. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary, with MacMost Now. Today let’s look at how the option key affects the menus in the finder. So people sometimes ask me how I find out about all these neat little [...] (more...)

http://macmost.com/ Often when you plug in a single-channel microphone you will only get sound in the left or right channel. Here is how to set it up so that the sound goes into both channels. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today I want to show you how to properly set [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at some of the reasons why Macs are better than PCS. Some of the reasons are no crapware or viruses, better software that comes with the Mac, and a great developer community. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary. Today on MacMost Now, ‘Why Macs Are Better Than PCs.’ So [...] (more...)

A quick look at eleven iPhone games, including Fieldrunners, Pac-Man, SinkSub, Touch Physics, Idle Hands, Ocarina and more. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi. This is Gary with MacMost Now. Today let’s take a look at a few iPhone games. Well, there are now hundreds of iPhone games that you can download from the iPhone App Store. [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig spells out his wishes for Apple in 2009. Items include copy and paste on the iPhone, a better Apple TV, new Mac Minis, and no more DRM at the iTunes store. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Welcome to MacMost.com. It’s time for my annual wish list to Apple. Here are the ten things I’d like [...] (more...)

Check out some gift ideas for Mac and iPhone users that cost less than $50: headphones, headsets, cooling pads, media readers and even a game. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today let’s take a look at some great gift suggestions for the Mac lover in your family. So this time [...] (more...)

TextEdit is one of the most underrated pieces of software that comes with your Mac. Learn how to use it to create rich text tables and lists. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today let’s look at how to create tables using only TextEdit. So I’ve kind of adopted TextEdit as one [...] (more...)

Learn how to use Network Locations to allow your Mac to connect to different networks with different settings as you travel between locations. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi! This is Gary with MacMost Now. Today, let’s look at how to use locations to be able to change your network preferences easily when you move your MacBook [...] (more...)

What is the Services Menu and how do you use it? It connect different applications and the OS by allowing you to perform functions on selected items. For instance, you can select text in Mail and turn it into a TextEdit document. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today, let’s [...] (more...)

Learn how to control the Mac OS X Finder using only the keyboard. You can navigate through the menu bar, menu bar status items, Finder windows and even the Dock. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary. Today on MacMost Now, let’s learn how to control the finder using only the keyboard. There are a lot [...] (more...)

Learn how to connect iCal to your Google Calendar. You can add events and update either one and they will synchronize within minutes. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today let’s look at how to connect iCal with Google Calendar. Now we’ve been able to connect iCal with Google Calendar for [...] (more...)

Hidden in Mac OS X is the Archive Utility, a handy little application for compressing and decompressing files and folders into .zip, .cpio and .cpgz formats. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode let’s talk about a little-know application in Mac OS X called the Archive Utility. In OS [...] (more...)

Can’t view PDF files in Firefox? A certain PDF doesn’t look right in Preview? Can’t fill out a PDF form and save it? Take a look at these three PDF problems that Mac users run in to and how to solve them. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today let’s [...] (more...)

New Macs no longer come with telephone modems, making it hard to use them to send faxes. But two services allow you to send faxes for free or at very low cost. There are ways to receive faxes as email as well. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today let’s take [...] (more...)

How to use the built-in Mac OS X spell check in many applications like TextEdit, Mail and Safari. You can make it learn new words and reset your custom dictionary. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi. This is Gary with MacMost Now. Today lets take a look at how we can use the almost ubiquitous spell check, [...] (more...)

Learn how to capture the entire screen or only a portion, then compress it to send it in an email. This is handy for sending bug reports or pointing out problems. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today’s episode let’s take a look at how to take a screen shot [...] (more...)

The update to the iPhone adds Google Maps Street View and other map features, the ability to download podcasts directly to the iPhone, and fixes and improvements. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. Well, Apple just released a new version of the iPhone operating system. Let’s go in and [...] (more...)

The free Google app now allows you to search the Web by speaking into your iPhone. It will attempt to translate what you say into text and search the Web or pinpoint a location on the map. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. Want to see something really cool? So every [...] (more...)

The new version of the Safari Web browser includes a feature that will alert you if you go to a suspected malicious Web site. Learn more about this protection and how you can further protect yourself against phishing attacks. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary of MacMost Now. Today let’s look at how [...] (more...)

Data Detectors allow you to turn addresses, phone numbers and dates in mail messages into Address Book contacts and iCal events. You can also turn selected text into to-do items or stickies. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi! This is Gary with MacMost Now. Today let’s talk about something called data detectors. Data detectors are some things [...] (more...)

Whether you are having trouble with some of your fonts, or you just want to see which fonts you have installed and organize them in a better way, Font Book is a handy application that comes with Mac OS X Leopard. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now, today let’s take a [...] (more...)

Sometimes removing an application isn’t as easy as dragging the application to the trash. Learn how to find the files that are left behind and clean up after an uninstall. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now Today, let’s look at how to uninstall applications in Mac OS X. So theoretically, uninstalling applications [...] (more...)

Wondering what people are saying about you or your company online? You can search Google for yourself, or have regular search results sent to you via email or RSS with Google Alerts. You can also search Twitter and Flickr, or use a service like Filtrbox. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hello, and welcome to MacMost [...] (more...)

Ever get an email on your Mac with a .wmv video file attachment and have been unable to play it? You need the Windows Media Video component for QuickTime. Here’s how to download it and install it. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today let’s look at WMV files. [...] (more...)

Learn how to customize the Sidebar, Toolbar and other parts of the Finder window. Also, announcing the new MacMost weekly email newsletter. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today let me share with you some Finder window tricks. So here we have the Finder window, now the middle area is called the [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig talks to Jay Shaffer (http://jayshaffervideo.com) about the new Google G1 Android Phone. The phone has iPhone-like features and works best with Google’s Web-based services like Gmail. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) GARY: Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today let’s take a look at the new Google G1 Android Phone. So with me today [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig shows you how to report a bug to Apple. If you’ve ever been frustrated by an Apple application that isn’t working right or crashes, this is the way to tell Apple about the problem and help them fix it. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today let’s take a [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at seven free iPhone applications: Google Earth, iTalk, Fring, Fonts, Translator, Wikipandion and FaceBook. You can find iPhone Apps using the MacMost iPhone App directory at http://macmost.com/iphoneapps/ . Video Transcript (Click to Expand) “Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. Today, let’s take a look at some great free iPhone Apps. Among the thousands [...] (more...)

http://macmost.com/ Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at some alternatives to using Safari or Firefox on Mac. They include Camino, Flock, Opera, Web Kit Nightly Builds and OmniWeb. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today let’s take a look at some web browser alternatives. So if you’ve got a Mac you’ve got Safari [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig shows you how to create an print books of your photos using iPhoto. You can order them from Apple, or print them yourself, or save them as PDF files. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today I want to show you how to Print Photo Books using iPhoto at [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at three methods of merging files inside of folders. You can use Apple’s FileMerge that comes with XCode, the ‘ditto’ command in Terminal or a variety of downloadable programs including File Synchronization. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi. This is Gary with macmost.com. Today let’s look at different methods for [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at Spotlight, the search functionality built into Leopard. By using the quick keyboard shortcut and the Spotlight menu, you can quickly run applications, search for specific files and even look up dictionary definitions and do complex mathematical calculations. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with macmost. Today, let’s put [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at today’s announcements of new MacBooks, MacBook Pros, MacBook Air and new Cinema Display. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary of MacMost Now. Let’s take a look at today’s announcements and the entire new line of MacBooks. Today at Apple headquarters Steve Jobs and his team made a whole set [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig talks to Dan Gray from MPGomatic.com about the Microsoft Sync system put into many Ford cars. It allows you to connect your iPod or iPhone to your car through the dock and play your music through the car as well as control it with your dash, steering wheel or voice commands. Video Transcript (Click [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at the Flip Mino compact video camera. This tiny little inexpensive video camera works well with Macs and iMovie. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Today’s episode of MacMost Now, let’s take a look at the Flip Mino. So you’ve probably seen or heard about the little flip cameras. These cameras came out pretty [...] (more...)

You can get free iPhone ringtones from MacMost.com. Just go to http://macmost.com/iphoneringtones/ and subscribe to the free iPhone ringtones podcast. You can then download the 100+ free iPhone ringtones to your iTunes library, and then set up your iPhone to make them all available to be used as ringtones. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at the seven most common user interface mistakes that Windows users make when first switching to Mac. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with Mac Most now. Today lets take a look at the seven most common user interface mistakes that Windows users make when switching to Mac. Understanding the major [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at two third-party apps that allow you to share files between your iPhone and Mac: AirSharing and DropCopy. You can check out MacMost’s iPhone App directory at http://macmost.com/iphoneapps/ Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with Mac Most Now! Today lets look at two applications for the iPhone that will allow you [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at some of the different ways you can search using Google. You can search inside a Web site, related Web sites, locally, define words, convert numbers, stock prices, quotes, and local times. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with Mac Most Now. Today I’m going to show you how [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at two ways to convert video files to mp3 audio files so you can listen to them on audio-only devices. The first method uses QuickTime Pro and iTunes. The second method uses FFMpegX. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with Mac-Most now. Today I’m going to show you how to create [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at how to manage podcast subscriptions in iTunes 8. You can now manage your subscriptions on a per-podcast basis in iTunes 8. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. On today’s episode, let’s look at how to manage your podcasts in iTunes 8. So iTunes 8 added the ability [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at the Otterbox Defender for iPhone 3G. This rugged case protects from drops and scratches. It is probably the ultimate protection from an iPhone. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary. Today on MacMost Now, let’s take a look at the king of iPhone cases. So most of you who have [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at Jing from TechSmith. This free screen capture software for Mac and Windows allows you to quickly capture and share images and video from your computer. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary from MacMost Now. Today I want to tell you about some quick, easy, and free screen-capture software. So, while [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at the software DVD Drive-In for Mac. This makes an image of a DVD on your MacBook’s hard drive so you can watch the DVD while traveling without having to bring the DVD with you. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Ahoy there mateys and welcome to another episode of MacMost Now. In the [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at how to use iWork’s Keynote program to make animated titles for use in iMovie. You can use the transitions and special effects in Keynote to build an opening sequence, and then export it as a video to import into iMovie. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. Are [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig talks about the mobile broadband service from Sprint that he has been using. With a wireless USB modem, he is able to get broadband speeds just about anywhere. Good as a travel solution, or as a backup to a connection at home or at work. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at Spore, the new game from Will Wright and Electronic Arts. Spore is a game that takes you from a single-celled organism to galactic domination. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi! This is Gary. Well, Spore is finally here and it’s on the Mac. Let’s take a look in [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at today’s announcements by Steve Jobs of a new iPod Nano, iPod Touch and iPod Classic. Also, new iTunes 8 and iPhone software update 2.1. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig bringing you a rundown of today’s apple announcements in this episode of mac most now. Steve jobs took [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig attempts to using iMovie 08 to blur out an area in a video. You can use this to blur a license plate, face or something else you want to remove. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today let’s do the impossible and add a video blur in iMovie 08. Now [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at two Web services. The first, http://tinyurl.com, will take a long Web address and shorten it to make it easier to send in email. The second, http://tinymail.me, will hide your email address. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today I am going to show you how [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at three iPhone Game Apps available at the iTunes App Store. Scrabble is the official version of the classic board game. Galcon is a strategy game played like an arcade game. Aurora Feint is an interesting adventure and puzzle game. You can also play free iPhone games at MacMost.com. Video Transcript (Click to [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at two extensions for iPhoto that will allow you to upload your photos directly from iPhoto to Flickr and FaceBook. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today I’m going to show you two different extensions to iPhoto that will make it easier for you to get your photos [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at how to view music, photos and video from your Mac on your Wii using Wii Transfer. You can also use your Wii Remote with your Mac as a wireless mouse. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi. This is Gary from MacMostNow. Today I’m going to show you two ways that you can use [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at VoodooPad, the personal wiki software for Mac. He uses it for to-do lists, taking notes and organizing information. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today I’m going to show you how to use a really cool organization tool called VoodooPad. It’s hard to explain what [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at Wallpaper Clocks, arrtistic desktop wallpapers that also include a live clock and changing graphics. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. On today’s episode lets take a look at something called Wallpaper Clocks. [music] Now a little while ago, I set up an old iMac to [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at some techniques to help you stretch the iPhone battery so it lasts through a long day. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today let’s look at how to get every bit of battery life out of your iPhone. So let’s say you’ve got a really [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at using PhotoBooth to send a quick video email using the built-in iSight camera and software included with your Mac. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. Today I want to show you how to send a video email from your Mac. So I just came back from the [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig shares some of his best tips for creating a video podcast. Advice about green screens, HD, editing, community and motivation. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now, today I want to share with you some of my secrets of video podcasting. So, I’ve got fourteen tips to share with you [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig talks about some of his favorite podcasts, including This Week In Tech (TWiT), Geek Brief, Slashdot Review, Tech5, Net@Nite, Grammar Girl, Chillcast, Pop Candy and more. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi. This is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. This week I’m going to the New Media Expo in Las Vegas. It’s a [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig briefly looks at what you need to do to make your own video podcast and publish it on iTunes. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary. On today’s episode of MacMost Now let’s take a look at how to video podcast. While Apple treats audio and video podcasting in much the same way for [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig briefly goes through the steps to create a basic audio podcast. You must first set up a blog, then create the audio content, then link the audio to the blog posts, and then publicize your RSS feed. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi. This is Gary with MacMost now. On this episode, let’s talk about [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at how you can use your XBox 360 to view video and listen to music that is stored on your Mac using Connect360. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. Let me show you how to connect your Mac to your XBox 360. So one of the cool features about [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig shows you how to find the largest files on your hard drive and clean them up to create more space. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. Today I’m going to show you how to find large files on your macs hard drive so you can clean it [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig shows you how to prevent unwanted text messages by turning off the ability for someone to send you a text message via email. You can also request that text messaging be turned off completely. Click To Play play_blip_movie_1150153(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMostNow. Today I’m going to show you how [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at the simple but powerful tool QuickTime Pro and how it can be used to edit and compile video. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi. This is Gary with MacMost Now. Today I’m going to show you how to use QuickTime Pro to edit your own video. So iMovie’s a great tool for [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig shows you how to sign up for a free AOL Instant Messenger account that you can use with iChat on your Mac. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi. This is Gary. You know, I get asked a lot about iChat. It seems to use iChat you need to have an account with something, either AOL [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig shows you how to create a special home page for your browser with iGoogle. You can include news and information that you can quickly see at a glance. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi , this is Gary from MacMost Now. Today I’m going to show you how to create your own homepage using iGoogle. So [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig answers some view questions. How to clean the mighty mouse trackball, using the tab key to navigate through buttons in dialog boxes, where to buy memory and crossbones stickers. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi everybody and welcome to MacMost Now. I’m Gary and today I’m going to answer some of your questions. First question [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at two applications for the iPhone that allow you to create your own radio station with music selected based on your preferences. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. Today I’m here to announce that radio is dead. FM radio has actually been sick for awhile now. [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig from MacMost.com looks at how to use iTunes to make an MP3 CD that will fit hundreds of songs on to a single CD and play back in most modern CD players. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. Today I want to show you how to burn an [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at how to set up the Apple Mail application to receive and send email from a standard ISP email account. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary. Today on MacMost now, let’s take a look at how to set up mail on your mac. There are many ways to get mail on [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at the new features of the iPhone 2.0 operating system: Exchange, Calculator, international keyboards, parental restrictions, typing shortcuts and more. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary. In today’s episode of MacMost Now, let’s take a look at the new features of the iPhone 2.0 operating system. So we all know [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at the new features of the iPhone 3G: Design, GPS, flush headphone jack and 3G connectivity. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary. Ive got the new iPhone 3G. So let’s go and take a look at it on this episode of MacMost Now. So the lines here in Colorado were incredible all [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig goes to the Apple Store at Cherry Creek Mall in Denver, Colorado to check out the line for the iPhone 3G. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary: “Hi, this is Gary with MacMost now. I’m in Denver, Colorado at the Cherry Creek Mall about 20 minutes before the Apple store opens and I can hear [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at the new iPhone App Store and some of the free and pay applications available, including Twitterrific, AIM, Band and Super Monkey Ball. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. It’s July 10 and we’ve got the iPhone App Store. Let’s go and take a first look. So [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at whether it is worth upgrading to the new iPhone 3G. It has faster Internet, GPS and comes in a 16GB version. But it has poor battery life, would require a new case, and costs more in the long run. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary. Well, we’re less than two [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig answers a variety of questions from the MacMost YouTube inbox: De-authorizing iTunes, display on multiple TVs, uninstalling applications, and the Apple II. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with a little more relaxed version of MacMost Now for Monday. We’re going to take a look at some of your questions. So, I noticed over [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at how to upgrade your iPhone to the iPhone 3G on July 11: The extra costs of the new AT&T plans, the upgrade cost, upgrading from another AT&T phone and what you can do to get ready. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi. This is Gary with MacMost Now. With iPhone day [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at the six different types of Macs and which ones fit which needs: The iMac, Mac mini, Mac Pro, MacBook, MacBook Air and MacBook Pro. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi. This is Gary Rosenzweig bringing you the one hundredth episode of MacMost Now. Let’s use this opportunity to take a look [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig answers some viewer questions: Private browsing, a better way to filter spam in Apple Mail, networked printer, and getting the total file size of multiple files and folders. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi. This is Gary with episode 99 of MacMost Now. Let’s answer some viewer e-mail. The first question comes from Dan. ‘Can you [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at the Spore Creature Creator mini game you can download and play on your Mac. You can create a Spore creature, play with it and share it. However, some have been using it to create pornographic creatures. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today lets have [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at how you can save money on Mac software by shopping around at online stores. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi! This is Gary with MacMost Now. Today I’m going to show you how to save money on Mac software when shopping online. So what better place to buy Mac software than at [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at the FireFox 3 browser for Mac. New features include smooth zoom, better bookmarking and site identification. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hello everybody, this is Gary with MacMost Now, the show for Apple enthusiasts. Today I’ll look at FireFox 3. FireFox is the “other’ browser. For most people, “other” means other [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at what the new MobileMe service will be like, and how it will differ from the old .Mac service. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary. On this episode of MacMost Now, lets take a look at the MobileMe service, and how it will be different from than .Mac. [music] The really [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig shows you how you can subscribe to free and interesting calendars using iCal. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig with another fine episode of MacMost Now. Let’s go an take a look at iCal today. Now one of the coolest features of iCal is the ability to subscribe to [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at the winners of this year’s Apple Design Awards, including new categories for iPhone applications. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Well, the movie world has the Oscars and the music world has the Grammys. Well, the Apple world has the Apple design awards. Let’s take a look at this year’s [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at what we know about Snow Leopard, the upcoming release of Mac OS X 10.6. it should include better support for multiple processor machines, QuickTime X, Microsoft Exchange support and other optimizations. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi. This is Gary of MacMost Now. On Monday, the new iPhone 3G got so [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig runs down the keynote announcements from the WWDC: A new 3G iPhone with GPS, and the MobileMe service replaces .Mac. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Howdy, Gary here with MacMost Now and the WWDC keynote is over, and the big news is a brand new iPhone. Let’s run it down. So, here we have it. The [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at rumors of new products as the Steve Jobs keynote approaches. Rumors include a new iPhone, a relaunch of .Mac, Mac OS X 10.6. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary. Monday is the Worldwide Developer Conference. One of those events where Steve Jobs comes out, gives a keynote, and announces some [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at NeatReceipts, a scanner and software that lets you digitize and organize receipts, bills and other documents. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, This is Gary. Today on MacMost.com, I’m going to take a look at NeatReceipts. It’s a scanner and some software that helps you organize your receipts, bills [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig shows you how to use GarageBand to make your own iPhone ringtones. You can use music and effects from GarageBand, or import your own sound files. Then you can transfer them to your iPhone via iTunes and assign them as your main ringtone or specific ringtones for specific contacts. You can also go [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a brief look at this new update to Mac OS X Leopard and tries to figure out what is new. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Today is Thursday May 29th and we got a new version of OS 10 that was released yesterday, OS 10.5.3. Let’s talk about it on this episode of MacMost [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig talks about his success in putting his Mac keyboard in the dishwasher, and the risk you take when you try. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig, with another squeaky clean episode of MacMost Now. Hey, check this out! Brand new keyboard…or is it a brand new keyboard? Actually, this is a [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig answers view email: Can you delete old system Folders? How to control when podcasts are deleted. Using Command+Tab to switch between applications. Password protecting iWork documents. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary and welcome to another episode of MacMost Now. Today, let’s look at some viewer email. The first question today comes from [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at how to pull in an updated list of photos from Flickr or an RSS feed and use them as you Mac screensaver. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig with another fresh episode of MacMost Now. One of the things I wanted to do recently with my Mac was to [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at those emails you get forwarded that present urban legends as truth: gas price boycotts, social security changes, store bankruptcies, microwaving water, etc. Check out snopes.com and scambusters.org when you get these emails. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with another episode of MacMost Now. Hold on a second, looks [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig reviews the speech recognition software MacSpeech Dictate. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hello. This is Gary. Welcome to another episode of MacMost Now.” Now what I was doing during that introduction was talking into my headset. And I was using software from MacSpeech called Dictate to actually take my words and translate them into text. And [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes some viewer questions: How to convert Real Player files, using international USB chargers, organizing your Applications folder and moving your email signature. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi! This is Gary Rosenzweig with another socially aware episode of MacMost Now. Today, let’s answer some of your questions. The first question today comes from Victor. Victor [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at how you can use your Mac to develop Web pages using the built-in Apache Web server and PHP. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with another tasteful episode of MacMost Now. Did you know that your Mac comes complete with a web server? Built right into the OS is the [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at three simple techniques that make Web browsing easier: tabs, find-in-a-page, and the bookmarks bar. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with another man made episode of MacMost Now. You know, I use some fairly basic techniques when I surf the web, but I realized recently that not everybody [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at how to use the Keyboard Viewer to easily find and insert special characters and accent marks into your text documents. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig with another fresh new episode of MacMost Now. Ever wonder how to get accent marks and special characters into your text documents? [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at screen sharing in Leopard: how to set it up and some uses. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary, with another intentionally unscripted episode of MacMost now. Today let’s take a look at one of the coolest features in Leopard– screen sharing. So screen sharing is the ability of [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig lists his favorite iPhone tips, including some typing and browsing tips. You also check out MacMost.com for free iPhone ringtones, iPhone games, and a guide to the iPhone. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary and welcome to another carefully engineered episode of MacMost Now. Today I thought I’d show you some of [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig answers some viewer mail: What is a good way to view system stats? How to automatically download lyrics? How to add the Applications Folder folder to the Dock? How to view widescreen videos on an iPod? Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hello. Gary here. Welcome to another fine, hand-crafted episode of MacMost Now. Today, it’s [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at the new iMac configurations released by Apple today. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig. Well we’ve got some new iMacs from Apple today. Let’s go and take a look at the specs on this episode of MacMost now. Well as you can see here the new iMacs [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at 10 things you can do with your standard 5G, 5.5G or iPod Classic other than playing music. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig with another episode of MacMost Now. You know the other day somebody mentioned the iPod and said It was just an MP3 Player. Well, actually iPod [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at various ways to force broken applications to quit. He also shows some handy keyboard shortcuts for logging out, restarting, shutting down and quitting instantly. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig. Ever need to force quit an application? It happens from time to time. Now, there’s a lot of options [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at best practices for making and storing passwords. You should have a different password for every account, use secure passwords and store them in using a security utility. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig, how many passwords do you have? If you’re like me, you’ve got dozens,well, actually [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig of MacMost.com shows you the basics of using the Terminal application. Learn how to navigate, list files, rename, copy and delete. Also learn some shortcuts that experts use. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig. On the MacMost podcast I often show you how to do things using command line interface in [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at the basic structure of Mac OS X, especially the user folder, and gives suggestions on how to organize your files. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig. you know the great thing about macintosh computers is you don’t have to know too much about how they work, to [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at the new Shockwave plug-in for the Intel-based Mac. This is the first time Shockwave has been available for newer Macs. You can use Shockwave to play free online games like the ones at http://GameScene.com. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig. Well, Shockwave is back. Shockwave is the plugin used in [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at how to clean up and optimize Apple Mail to save some hard drive space and speed it up. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig. If you’ve been using mail for a while, you know that your mail boxes can get pretty full. Especially if [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at using two Macs to connect to the Internet securely while traveling. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig. If you travel a lot with your laptop, you’ll want to learn how to protect against having your data stolen when using public Wi-Fi. So let’s get a little [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at some sites that allow you to follow major league baseball games on your Mac. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi. This is I’m Gary Rosenzweig. I’m here at opening day at Coors Field to watch the Rockies play the Diamondbacks. If you’re not at the baseball game you [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at Guitar Hero III, the first guitar simulation game for the Mac. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) On this episode of MacMost Now let me show you how to use your Mac to rock. So unless you’ve been living under a rock, and by that I mean, the rock hit [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at the snap back feature of Safari that allows you to temporarily mark Web pages and search results to return to them quickly. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig, On this episode of MacMost Now. Let’s take a look at an obscure, but upmost feature [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at what is new in Safari 3.1, including style-sheet animation, embedded Web fonts and the video tag. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig. Not too long ago, Apple introduced Safari 3.1, a small upgrade to our favorite browser. This upgrade included a couple of new features [...] (more...)

MacMost.com has a variety of pages just for iPhone users. We’ve had iPhone games since the launch of the iPhone, we added an iPhone guide recently, and just launched a page of free iPhone ringtones. This video and most of our others are also available in special iPhone format. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig compares his old Newton MessagePad 2000 against the iPhone. The Newton had handwriting recognition and 3rd party software right from the start. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig. Back in 1997 I bought one of these. In 2007 I bought one of these. Let’s compare them on this [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at Twitter, the free service that lets you and your friends keep track of each other. Follow Gary on twitter by going to http://twitter.com/GaryRosenzweig/ Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig. One of the hottest apps of the last year has been Twitter. Let’s take a look at Twitter, [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at how you can sync your iPod or iPhone to multiple computers using manual settings. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig. You know, we get a ton of questions here at MacMost about how to sync your iPod or iPhone to multiple machines. So let’s take a [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig shows you how to use Disk Utility to create a sparse image and archive large amounts of data on to it. This is useful for backing up entire Macs. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) If you have ever had to decommission an old Mac, perhaps to give it away or maybe sell [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at various methods for printing lists of files in folders: downloadable applications, using the Terminal, and simple copy and paste methods. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost now. Today I got a question from a viewer. Chris writes; I have a need to print the [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at seven pieces of software that capture video from your screen actions. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi. This is I’m Gary Rosenzweig. We’ve gotten a lot of emails here recently about how we do our screen captures for MacMost. There’s a lot of different screen capture software out [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at phishing: conning someone out of their personal information using deceptive email. Learn how to recognize and protect yourself against phishing. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig. You know it’s a dangerous internet out there, right? Well, let’s take a look at exactly why it’s so dangerous, [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at what the announcement of an iPhone SDK will mean for iPhone users. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig. Yesterday Steve Jobs and company announced the iPhone SDK, our software development kit. Let’s take a look at what this is going to mean for those [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig shows you how to open those annoying attachment files that Windows users send to Mac users, not thinking that we may not own proprietary software like Microsoft Office or Outlook. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig. Do you ever get an e-mail from a windows user, it has [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at three ways to make text on your screen easier to read. This could be used by people with visual impairments, but also could be used by anyone wishing to reduce eye-strain or be slightly more productive. Techniques include enlarging font size in Safari, using screen zoom, and using text-to-speech. [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at some alternative to the Dashboard Widget calculator that ships with Leopard. Click To Play play_blip_movie_710062(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig. So you’re Mac’s got an intel core 2 duo processor and are capable of billions of calculations per second. But when you go to bring [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig talks about using Leopard’s parental controls to keep your kids from playing with things your computer and the Internet that you don’t want them to. Click To Play play_blip_movie_706140(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig. If your home has both Macs and kids in it, you know it’s hard to [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at ways to protect your MacBook from being stolen, and how to prepare for the worst. Methods include: cable locks, security software, backing up and insurance. Click To Play play_blip_movie_699894(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig. Do you have a MacBook, MacBook Pro, or MacBook Air If so, you [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at the Web sites where you can find full episodes of new television shows that you can watch for free on your Mac. Check the post at MacMost.com for a list of links. Click To Play play_blip_movie_693375(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. Now you know [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at one method to protect a set of files with a password. It involves using Disk Utility to create an encrypted disk image. Click To Play play_blip_movie_688573(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. One of the most common questions we get is how do you password [...] (more...)

Eve Park opens up her MacBook Air and we see what comes in the box. Click To Play play_blip_movie_683512(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi. This is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. Last week we got our first MacBook air in the office. Let’s take a look as Eve Park unboxes the MacBook Air.” -Eve- “I just got my air, my [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at how to use some of the design and rich text features of Apple Mail in Leopard. Click To Play play_blip_movie_677158(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. You know, a long time ago if you wanted to write a letter to somebody, you’d take out your [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at Neat Receipts, a small scanner and software that allows you to organize your accounting. Click To Play play_blip_movie_672584(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. You know, some of my friends actually use PCs, not Macs. And every once in a while there’s something [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig and Molly Stanberry show you how to use Smart Folders in Leopard. Click To Play play_blip_movie_667695(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. Do you ever use Smart Folders? Smart Folders are kind of like searches that are constantly performed on your hard drive. So, for instance, say [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig answers some questions from viewers, including ones about using secure empty trash, requiring people to logon to use some applications and the difference between aliases and symbolic links. Click To Play play_blip_movie_661607(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) “Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. Let’s get to some viewer email. Ed writes ‘Having recently [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look ay DisplayLink, a company that makes USB-to-video technology. They are coming out with Mac drives next month for various adapters that allow you to add a monitor to your Mac though your USB port. Click To Play play_blip_movie_659358(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig with [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at basic speech recognition built into Leopard. You can speak simple commands to your Mac ad have it perform functions. Click To Play play_blip_movie_656939(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now, did you know your Mac can listen to you I mean literally it can actually listen [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig and Eve Park take a look at two programs for the Mac that allow you to draw. The first is Eazy Draw, a vector drawing program. The second is Doozla, a drawing program for kids. Click To Play play_blip_movie_652393(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig, with MacMost Now. If you [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at the Leopard finder and discovers some handy functionality and shortcuts. Click To Play play_blip_movie_646093(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. Now I had the idea this morning of doing a quick tutorial on doing finder windows. Just how to get around them. I [...] (more...)

Eve Park takes a look at Piano Wizard, a program that teaches you how to play songs on the piano using a MIDI keyboard and game-like interface. Click To Play play_blip_movie_641129(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. Late last year Guitar Hero 3 came out for the Mac. [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at some games being shown at MacWorld Expo. He looks at Freeverse’s Neon Tango and Hordes of Orcs. He also takes a look at the iNo, a game that uses your iPod. Click To Play play_blip_movie_638169(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Gary Rosenzweig: Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at how to make png icons for your Web site that work with the new iPhone homepage Web clippings bookmarks. Click To Play play_blip_movie_635985(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig for MacMost Now. When Apple introduced the new iPhone software version 1.1.3 two weeks ago it added the [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig at MacWorld Expo takes a look at Eye-Fi, a SD card for digital cameras that adds Wi-Fi capability to the camera. Click To Play play_blip_movie_629123(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. Last week I saw a lot of cool new products at MacWorld Expo. One of the [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig interviews Matthew Covington from SmithMicro at MacWorld Expo about the compression program StuffIt. Click To Play play_blip_movie_624646(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) GARY: Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now, last week even I had a great time meeting with all these different vendors at MacWorld Expo. I’m going to be bringing you [...] (more...)

Eve Park takes a look at the Modbook from Axiotron, a tablet Mac made from a MacBook with a pressure-sensitive tablet screen. Click To Play play_blip_movie_619581(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi! This is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. One of the rumors from before Macworld Expo last week, was to see if Java [?] may announce [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig reports from MacWorld Expo about Spore, the long-anticipated game from Will Wright and Electronic Arts. Spore will be released for both Mac and PC. Part of the Mac version was demoed at the Expo. Click To Play play_blip_movie_611805(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now and the first [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig gives a brief overview of MacWorld Expo for casual Mac users. Click To Play play_blip_movie_610146(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. I’m at the end of the first day of the MacWorld Expo. Now, if you’ve never been to MacWorld Expo or maybe you’ve [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig gets his hands on the new MacBook Air ultra-thin lightweight notebook computer at the MacWorld Expo. Click To Play play_blip_movie_607900(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Alright so here it is, the new MacBook Air. Let’s take a look at how thin this thing is. Look at that. Wow. That’s pretty [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig reports from MacWorld. Steve Jobs announces the Time Capsule Back-up Appliance, iPhone and iPod Touch updates, Apple TV Take 2, Movie Rentals, and The MacBook Air, The thinnest laptop in the world. Click To Play play_blip_movie_607350(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. I’m standing outside Moscone [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at past MacWorld Expo keynotes and what important products were announced each year, including the iMac, iPod, the switch to Intel and the iPhone. Click To Play play_blip_movie_604205(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. Well, MacWorld 2008 is almost upon us. [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig answers viewer questions about saving Web pages, sharing a network connection and creating a podcast playlist. Click To Play play_blip_movie_598468(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. Let’s look at some viewer email. Clem writes: ‘I’m looking for a fast, single ‘keystroke shortcut or click’ [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at alternatives for casual users to Microsoft Word. These include Pages, Nisus, Papyrus, OpenOffice, ThinkFree, AbiWord, Google Docs and others. Click To Play play_blip_movie_594327(); (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at the new Mac Pro with 8 processor cores, a 1.5gb video card and RAID drive. Click To Play play_blip_movie_592298(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. Well, today Apple surprised everybody by announcing a week ahead of MacWorld, some new Mac Pros. The new Mac [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at two books about Mac OS X Leopard for beginners: Easy Mac OS X Leopard and Mac OS X Leopard On Demand. Click To Play play_blip_movie_589996(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. Today I’m going to take a look at two books for beginners about Mac [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at all the cool news features in Dictionary with Leopard. You can look up definitions, thesaurus entries, a special Apple dictionary, Wikipedia and Japanese dictionaries. You can also see dictionary front matter and look up words while in other applications. Click To Play play_blip_movie_581972(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig shows you how to use GarageBand to make ringtones for the iPhone. Click To Play play_blip_movie_580000(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hello this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. Let’s ring in the New Year by talking about ringtones. A brief history of iPod ring tones. When the iPhone first came out, it had [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at Apple news in 2007, including the release of the iPhone, Leopard and the high stock price. Click To Play play_blip_movie_576412(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi. This is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. It’s the last day of 2007 and it’s my belief that 2007 was a pivotal year for [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig shows the Keychain access application and how you can control which passwords are stored and how. Click To Play play_blip_movie_573563(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi! This is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. Well, you probably use a lot of things on your mac that require passwords; from visiting different websites to using mail [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig shows you some places where you can find cool Web sites. Suggestions include Stumble Upon, Del.icio.us and the net@nite podcast. Also, the free online games at http://gamescene.com. Click To Play play_blip_movie_567516(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hello, this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. Well, it’s that weird time of year again. You [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig lists 5 items he’d like Apple to give the community as gifts in 2008. Click To Play play_blip_movie_564627(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hello, this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. So a lot of us are getting present right about now. The question is, what presents would we all like from [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at the iSkin Revo and the Otterbox Defender, two iPhone cases that work well to protect your iPhone. Click To Play play_blip_movie_560442(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. You may remember a couple of weeks ago in episode 8, I talked about some iPhone cases [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at backup procedures, including Apple’s Backup program that comes with .Mac, and Leopard Time Machine. He also talks about archiving and backing up off-site. Some 3rd party backup applications we found were Data Backup 3.0, Retrospect Desktop, Synk Backup and BackityMac. Click To Play play_blip_movie_558537(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at using Google iPhone apps such as gMail, Picasa, Google Reader, Google Calendar, Notebook and local search. Click To Play play_blip_movie_554435(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi! This is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. It’s been about six months now since the iPhone came out. We’re still a few months away [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at the Mac OS X Leopard Phrasebook by Biran Tiemann. The book features the Terminal application and shows you the basics of using Linux directly on your Mac. Click To Play play_blip_movie_552430(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi and welcome to MacMost Now. I’m Gary Rosenzweig. Today, I’ve got a book [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig answers viewer mail: Using KVM switches with Macs, extracting audio from video, Time Machine over Airport Extreme, and Time Machine zoom. Click To Play play_blip_movie_546938(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi. This is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. Let’s look at some viewer email. Drew writes, ‘I have Apple’s new keyboard but I also have [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig gives some basic tips for being safe while shopping online. Look for secure checkout pages, use a credit card, have good passwords, and trust your instincts. Click To Play play_blip_movie_542596(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi. This is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. You may be watching this while you’re taking a break from [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at rumors of lightweight ultra-portable MacBooks possibly coming out in January. He talks about Flash NAND memory replacing hard drives, and which machines use them now. He also looks at Sony and Toshiba ultra-portables and speculates on what Apple might come out with. Click To Play play_blip_movie_537956(); Video Transcript (Click [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at iPhone cases and why they all have issues. He reviews cases from Monster and Speck. Click To Play play_blip_movie_532457(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi. This is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. Today I want to talk about iPhone cases. iPhone cases I kind of have a hate-hate relationship with [...] (more...)

On this episode of MacMost we report on Steve Jobs as keynote speaker for Macworld, Operating System marketshare up, no support for Boot Camp Tiger users, and NBC shows pulled from iTunes. In our Podcast Salad segment, we feature the Cinema Psychic. Heavens-Above.com is our Must Bookmark and Handbrake is our Must Download. Check out [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig talks to artist William Follett about how to create a custom Leopard Dock with custom icons. They use Candy Bar from Panic (http://panic.com/candybar) , and icons from IconFactory (http://iconfactory.com). Click To Play play_blip_movie_527958(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi. This is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now and today I have with me artist William [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig answers some viewer questions: Using Airport Extreme and Express, Mac viruses, inkjet printers, and upgrading memory. Click To Play play_blip_movie_525917(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. Well, it’s the holiday season. I went to the Apple Store the other day and they’re all decorated for it. [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at 10 strange and unusual computer keyboards. Click To Play play_blip_movie_523535(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. This is my new favorite keyboard. It’s the new Apple keyboard, it’s really thin, feels great to type on and it doesn’t take up much room on [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at Google Gadgets new compatibility with Mac Dashboard Widgets. Click To Play play_blip_movie_518181(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost.com. This week google announced that google gadgets will be available for dashboard on Mac Os X Leopard. What google gadgets are is the same thing, [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at ways to secure your Mac. You can set a login password, require the password when waking from sleep mode, and encrypt your data. Click To Play play_blip_movie_516268(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today let’s go ahead and take a look at ways that you can [...] (more...)

Gary Rosenzweig looks at the options for hooking your MacBook up to the net through Verizon, Sprint, AT&T and T-Mobile. You can use Express34 cards or USB devices to get access almost anywhere in the U.S. Click To Play play_blip_movie_516111(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. If you’re like me, you carry your [...] (more...)

A look at how iPods are being used in some schools, and how they are also being banned by others. Click To Play play_blip_movie_509924(); Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary Rosenzweig with MacMost Now. This is going to be a semi-daily program where we talk about all sorts of things having to [...] (more...)

This week on MacMost episode 31 we report on the iPhone hitting the UK and German markets and the iPhone to hit France on Nov. 29th. We wish the online Apple store a happy 10th birthday and announce the iTunes Wi-Fi store going live in the San Fran bay area. We also report on the [...] (more...)

This week on the episode 30 of MacMost we report on the iPhone hitting the UK and Germany, MacBook upgrades, iTunes and Quicktime updates, and Eve Online for Mac. In our Quick Tip we show you how to create a favorite fonts collection. We introduce you to Swajana in our Podcast Salad segment and suggest [...] (more...)

In this Special Episode of MacMost, We introduce you to our top ten new features in Mac OS 10.5 Leopard, including Spaces, TIme Machine, Mail, iChat, Stacks, Widgets and more. Click To Play play_blip_movie_451068(); (more...)

In MacMost episode 29 we report on the upcoming Leopard release, and Apple’s rosy quarterly earnings report. In our Quick Tip we show you how to enable Tabbed Browsing in Safari. In our Podcast Salad segment we feature the Short Order video podcast and our Must Bookmark is MacTeens.com. For MacMost Loot we ask, “Who [...] (more...)

On this Special Edition of MacMost we introduce you to alternatives to the iTunes Music Store for the purchase of digital music, specifically, DRM-free Mp3’s. We feature eMusic, AmazonMp3, Amiestreet, MTraks, Magnatune, Snocap . For more tips, tutorials, and videos go to MacMost.com. Click To Play play_blip_movie_437007(); (more...)

In MacMost episode 27 we report on Half Life 2 for Mac, Bungie’s split from Microsoft, iPod Nano and Classic updates, George Harrison’s addition to iTunes and new iPhone commercials. Gary updates his unlocked iPhone. In our Quick Tip we show you how to enlarge the cursor. In our Podcast Salad segment we feature Squigglebooth [...] (more...)

This week on MacMost episode 26 we report on the iPhone firmware update, Boot Camp beta upgrade, and iLife Support 8.1. We also report on the lawsuit against Apple regarding the iPhone price cut. For our Quick Tip we show you how to remind yourself of appointments in iCal. We feature the Sesame Street podcast [...] (more...)

In MacMost episode 25 we talk about Starbucks’ free “song of the day”, Leopards iminent release, and we leave Bill Gates alone. In our quick tip segment we show how to hook up your camera without launching iPhoto. Podcast Salad takes a look at the Webb Alert podcast and we recommend Audio Hijack Pro in [...] (more...)

This week on MacMost episode 24, we give details of the new Logic software, UK iPhone carrier announcements, and speak to Rotten Johnny for his take on the iPhone coming to the UK. For our Quick Tip we show you how to make a slideshow of email photos. In our Podcast Salad segment we reintroduce [...] (more...)

This week on MacMost episode 23, we report on the iTunes 7.4.1 update, one million iPhones sold, and the $100 rebate offered to iPhone owners. Our Quick Tip is about Spotlight, Mac OSX Tiger’s powerful search engine. In our Podcast Salad segment Katie introduces you to Play Value from ON Networks. Our Must Bookmark is [...] (more...)

On this Special Edition of MacMost we share the announcements from the September 5th Apple Event. We detail the new line of iPods, which includes a new Nano, the iPod Classic, and the introduction of the iPod Touch. We give specs for the lower priced iPhone, and announce the new marriage of iTunes and Starbucks. [...] (more...)

This week on MacMost episode 21, we inform you that Ringo Starr’s solo work has been added to iTunes. We speculate that there may be iPod announcements on Sept. 5, and report on iPhone unlocking legal issues. Gary shows you how to unlock your iPhone. Our Quick Tip shows you how to set Text Edit [...] (more...)

In Episode 20 of the MacMost video podcast, we look at John Lennon coming to iTunes, EA games on the Mac, say goodbye to AppleWorks, and Gary disses iMovie 08. We give a quick tip on how to set browser font sizes. Katie Bevard introduces us to The Next Internet Millionaire podcast in our Podcast Salad [...] (more...)

This week on MacMost episode 19, Eve Park and Gary Rosenzweig recap the recent Apple special event announcements including new iMacs, new versions of iLife and iWork and updates to .Mac service, iTunes widgets, the addition of Voices vocal loops for GarageBand, and the introduction of Numbers, Apple’s new spreadsheet. Our Quick Tip shows you [...] (more...)

This week on MacMost, Eve Park delivers a special report on the August 7th Apple announcements. Steve Jobs invited the press the Apple’s Cupertino headquarters for an Apple Event, where they announced a new line of aluminum and glass iMacs and Mini upgrades in hardware. For software they showed off iLife ‘08, the overhaul of [...] (more...)

MacMost episode 17 is a Special Edition featuring our top 10 favorite downloadable applications for Macs. Starting with number ten, here they are: Flip4Mac, Graphic Converter, Audacity, Snapz Pro, Transmit, Omni Group Tools, Handbrake, Skype, Parallels, and TextWrangler. Be sure to go to macmost.com for more tips and tutorials throughout the week. Click To Play play_blip_movie_330013(); (more...)

This week on MacMost episode 16 we announce details of Apple and AT&T’s quarterly reports and report on the Duke University iPhone/Cisco incident. On the MacMost Shopping Network we feature the iPhone Shuffle. Our Quick Tip shows you how to prevent your iPod or iPhone from updating automatically. In our Podcast Salad segment, Katie Bevard [...] (more...)

This week on MacMost episode 15 we bring you iPhone news and much more. The iPhone has not yet been hacked, but one in three people surveyed say they plan to buy one. Also, 90% of iPhone owners surveyed said they are “extremely” or “very” happy with their new purchase. Macy’s will have new robotic [...] (more...)

This week on MacMost episode 14, we continue our extensive iPhone coverage with updated information about AT&T sales records, the iPhone locator feature, and parody another iPhone commercial. We also introduce you to several iPhone games exclusively created by MacMost for the iPhone. Our Quick Tip shows you how to make an On the Go [...] (more...)

This week during MacMost episode 13, we explore iPhone mania and report that iTunes is the #3 music retailer in the U.S. Our Quick Tip shows you how to use iTunes to listen to an internet radio station. This week’s tutorial shows you how to start an iTunes account, which you’ll need for your new [...] (more...)

This week during MacMost episode 12, we inform you that Apple has canceled all personal shopping appointments for June 29th and note the pre-release iPhone improvements. Our Quick Tip shows you how to rename color labels. This week’s tutorial shows you how to change keyboard shortcut assignments. We feature the Internet Movie Database as our [...] (more...)

MacMost Episode 11 MacMost News: WWDC 2007, Leapord Features, Safari For Windows Tip: Creating Folders Tutorial: How to make a Mail filter Must Download: Flip4Mac Click To Play play_blip_movie_269624(); (more...)

MacMost Episode 10 MacMost News: YouTube on AppleTV, iPhone Release June 29th, iTunes plus downloads, Steve Jobs and Bill Gates Meeting Tip: Personalized Photo Desktop Background Tutorial: How to download and install applications Review: G-Tech G-Raid External Hard Drive Podcast Peek: GeekGirl.TV Click To Play play_blip_movie_260043(); (more...)

MacMost Episode 9. MacMost News: StarCraft II, iPhone Stores, EMI Buyout, And The Engadget Hoax Tip: Text Services Tutorial: Disc Utility Must Download: Skype Click To Play play_blip_movie_243538(); (more...)

MacMost Episode 8. MacMost News: iPods and Pacemakers, iTunes Gets Wings, New MacBooks, and Apple Market ShareTip: Managing WidgetsTutorial: Address GroupsPodcast Peek: MoBuzzTV Click To Play play_blip_movie_235852(); (more...)

MacMost Episode 7. MacMost News: Apple Most Innovative Company, Banned iPods In Schools, iQuiz Maker, and Apple Going Green Tip: Opening Microsoft Word Docs Tutorial: The Dictionary Download: Google Earth Click To Play play_blip_movie_235852(); (more...)

MacMost Episode 6. MacMost News: Apple Stock up, American Idol Gives Back, iQuiz, and the George Foreman iGrillTip: stickiesTutorial: Ejecting stuck CDsDownload: Firefox Click To Play play_blip_movie_222463(); (more...)

MacMost News: Leopard Late, Final Cut Studio 2, Adobe CS3 Ships and Microsoft SilverlightTip: Tabbed Browsing in SafariTutorial: Slitting iTunes LibrariesPodcast: Tiki Bar TV Click To Play play_blip_movie_208429(); (more...)

MacMost Episode 4. MacMost News: 100 million iPods, Free iPods for students, and Big Biz Macs.Tip: Activate SpeechTutorial: Making Safari Bookmarks.Podcast: Goodnight Burbank Click To Play play_blip_movie_201152(); (more...)

MacMost Episode 3. MacMost News: Apple/EMI Deal, MLB on iTunes, and Office 2007.Tips: Reverse your screen colors, Zoom your screen.Tutorial: Making PDFs.Question: Burning a CDBookmark: Version Tracker.com Click To Play play_blip_movie_194785(); (more...)

MacMost News: Adobe CS3, IPods Are Helping Doctors, and Nike plus.Tips: Reset your iPod, resize the DockTutorials: Dock Folders, Contexual Menus.Question: Disabling fontsPodcast Peek: Rumor Girls. Click To Play play_blip_movie_188431(); (more...)

The first episode of MacMost. News: AppleTV arrives, gMail integration, school switches to Macs. Tutorials: Automatic iTunes playlists, FTP with Safari. Podcast Peek: GeekBrief TV. Click To Play play_blip_movie_181114(); (more...)