vendredi 30 juin 2017

Happy Canada Day

Happy Canada Day ........... albeit 2 1/2 hours early. Paix, mes amis.

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Really dumb Apple Music question!

Anyone subscribe to Apple Music? I am just wondering how you like it. I have an Apple TV and one of the "channels" if you will is radio. It certainly covers my music needs, that and my iPod and iTunes. My thoughts are that my "radio" channel may go bye-byes, and one wonders about iTunes as well. So is Apple Music worth it and, will it be my only choice when Apple's smart speaker come to market.


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mercredi 28 juin 2017

Older Mac Mini does not like Open Office

I'm having trouble with the version of Word on my Mac Mini and several people have recommended Open Office.

However, my computer will not open it as it has an "unidentified developer" and the computer will only open apps from the App Store or "identified developers."

The Mini is about 7 years old and I made the error of installing Sierra on it several months ago.

Memory is 2GB.

Any suggestions, or is it a lost cause?

For the record, my version of Word has suddenly decided it wants my Secret Squirrel code number that I used to instal it ... 7 years ago. I have no clue what it is anymore and have so far been unable to find the paperwork, and would prefer not to pay Microsoft the fee they demand to give me a new one.


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Old Mac os

Hi

I just bought myself a new (for me) Mac mini. So I want to sell my old iMac (mid 2007). It has the 10.10 operating system on it and it could take the 10.11 os which would be nice to install so the computer would sell better. This computer will not upload the 10.12 os.

From where could I download the 10.11 os not currently available on the Apple website?

Thanks


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Files transfer

Hi

I just bought a used Mac mini (late 2014) with 8gb ram and 1to hd.
Is there a way, a software or a method to transfer the hd from the old iMac (mid 2007) to the new mini, apart from going to a Mac store and pay money?
I did use SuperDuper! to transfer the hd from the iMac to a wired hd, but it won't transfer this hd to the mini.

Thanks


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ehMac has become an embarassment to Canadians

Acidic vitriol overload.

Just a quick glance through here, and this place seems to have become a desert of posts of despicable evil negativity untruths and ugly nastiness. Overrun by radical right wing extremists overfed a diet of fake news.

If the tone of this place was anywhere near this bad long ago, I would never have participated in any way shape or form. I am sure any reasonable minded person would find the content of many of these threads extremely disgusting.

Way too much of the content here is extremely unreasonable as well sorely lacking in kindness and gentleness, much less anything positive.

This place has become an embarrassment to real Canadians, especially those that like using Apple products.


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Operation iPad

OK folks, I just might return to the world of Apple. While I really like my Thinkpads, I can't stand Apples current Macbook lineup and will never buy another one unless things really change in that product line.

I don't see Blackberry making the grade any time soon either. Tried to hold out for a Canadian product as long as I could.

I want to further minimize and increase portability. So I want opinions on the viability of running my entire digital and online world exclusively on an iPad and an iPhone. Better for traveling.

I think this is doable, but I want to make sure that I have not overlooked anything. I don't want to come to a point where I might feel that I needed a Thinkpad or any other PC because I could not do something on the iPad.

I have a first generation ipad mini. Don't use it much and think it is too small to replace a laptop.

Do I need an iPad Pro, or will an iPad be good enough?

Does anyone else here do this?

Your thoughts and opinions.


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A Gentle Thought for the Day

Let's be kind to one another as well. Paix, mes amis.

"The care of the Earth is our most ancient and most worthy, and after all, our most pleasing responsibility. To cherish what remains of it and to foster its renewal is our only hope." Wendell Berry


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mardi 27 juin 2017

Ransomware 27 June 2017 - Is it a concern?

The latest ransomware attck is making the news worldwide
Another big malware attack ripples across the world - Jun. 27, 2017

Is that a concern for Mac users?

What is the best way to protect against that?
Open no email attachments at all? Even ones from people you know?
That might be hard.
Backups - OK, but I don't do a back up every day.
Anything more specific?
I don't seem to be able to get much information how the hackers actually get access to the computer to lock up all files.

Any words of wisdom would be appreciated.


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Does WhatsApp still violate Canadian Privacy laws?

Per this and many other reports

WhatsApp violates privacy laws over phone numbers: report | Reuters

WhatsApp is violating Canadian and other countries privacy laws.

But those articles I saw were written years ago.

Has WhatsApp now changed their product to comply with Canadian privacy laws?
Anyone know?


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dimanche 25 juin 2017

Is the MacBook Air a dead man walking?

I bought my wife an iPad Pro as an anniversary gift. While using it she wondered if it might be better for me to buy a laptop when the time comes to replace my iPad....there is a lot of functionality missing with the iPad Pro. So I began looking at the MacBook and the Air. My thoughts are that, even though it seems to sell, the Air is done. The MacBook seems more "Air-like". Is the Air on the way out?


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vendredi 23 juin 2017

For Sale Airport Extreme Routers

I have 3 Airport Extreme Routers for sale. All are in excellent condition from a smoke free home. Pictures can be provided

1 - Apple Airport Extreme - 6th Generation - $160.00

2 - Apple Airport Extreme - 4th Generation (x2) - $40.00 each

All routers come with ethernet cables, power supplies and cables, and original packaging.

I will ship anywhere in Canada at buyers expense. PM for details


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Autofill always give old email

How do I delete an old email that keeps populating in a dropdown when I need to insert an email address (and I've used a new one for the past year)?

Depending on the site, I will get just the old email or both the new and old.


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jeudi 22 juin 2017

Mac mini upgrades?

Hi
The salesperson at my friendly Mac store told me there could be NO upgrades for the Mac mini and the Mac Pro tower, in the near and not so near future. She added that it is possible that Apple will end producing these products.

Any thoughts?


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mercredi 21 juin 2017

How to remove duplicate files on a Mac running 10.6

J have a MacBook pro running 10.6.8 that I want to upgrade to El Capitan.

But before doing that I want to delete all duplicate files on that Mac.

Two applications seem to be recommended for that
Gemini and dupeGuru
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Has anyone used either one of those?

I don't mind spending a few bucks but I want to be sure the app doesn't identify duplicates that aren't true duplicates.


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Stories about Steve



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mardi 20 juin 2017

RIP Bill Dana

Comedian Bill Dana, Who Played the Character Jose Jimenez, Dies at 92

I did like his character.

Bill Dana Dead: Jose Jimenez Creator Was 92 | Hollywood Reporter


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Apple Watch and ecobee set up

I was given an apple watch by a client as a gift.
i have it all set up - one app is giving me a headache - ecobee - AC and Heating app
has anyone successfully got it working?
i reached out to ecobee and they are giving me typical flow chart support - delete, reboot log out in etc

which i have and nothing the ecobee just sits there with loading icon


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lundi 19 juin 2017

Any data wiping app suggestion?

I am selling my Mac so I want to know if there is any tool or trick that can delete all my files from my computer permanently?

ANy help is appreciated.


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Move the six folders containing bookmarks to Favourites

How do I move the six folders containing bookmarks in a folder that shows, ‘Imported 20-6-16’, that’s showing in the Bookmarks sidebar for Safari, up to ‘Favourites’.

I’ve already tried this numerous times.
Get help using iCloud Bookmarks and Reading List
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And I’ve done numerous searches since yesterday, with no viable solution(s).

IOS 10.3.2 on iPad model MD510C/A

I wish it was as easy as it is on the iMacs.


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"Applications" folder in Dock randomly bounces?

Weird issue never seen before by me - the "apps" icon (Blue folder with the letter A on it) in the dock randomly bounces. I catch it in my peripheral vision, and by the time I actually move my eyes to look directly at it, it has stopped. Then it happens again a few minutes later.

Today's the first time I've ever seen this happen.

I am on a Late 2010 MBPro 17" running Mac OS Sierra with all the latest updates.

I am not running any hacks, everything is plain old stock. Yes I do have a few non-Apple apps like 1Password, VLC, WhatsApp, Dropbox, Calibre, Firefox, Opera etc., but nothing weird.

Googling does not help - all I see are solutions to some app's icon bouncing without launching (run permissions repair is the solution). My issue is the Apps icon itself. As usual, I eem to be the only person in the whole world ever to have faced this issue.

Any ideas on where I should start looking?

Thanks and cheers


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dimanche 18 juin 2017

Fitzgerald Collision

USS Fitzgerald: Missing US sailors found dead on board stricken destroyer after collision with cargo ship - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)

Why does no-one ask the obvious questions: How can a ship with radar that can spot a mosquito miss a cargo ship? Was the entire watch asleep? Engaged in illicit activities?

If a destroyer cannot spot a container ship more than twice its size, what chance does it have against a sub?


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Happy Father's Day everyone

To all the fathers and especially to our PM :)



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jeudi 15 juin 2017

Apple tv 5.

No immediate signs of Apple TV 5!


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Iphone 4-Running Android?

Hey Guys
So I am old... still using the old iphone 4!! solid champ..... I have read that android can be put on the phone? Just wondering how it runs? Anyone with any info on this? It may extend my phones life even further!!


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New Router Recommendation

Hey All,

I'm currently using a Airport Extreme (6th gen tower) with a couple of 5th gens for extenders as I live in a 120 year old home and walls are thick. The Airports are starting to show their age and I'm thinking of upgrading to a new router with more features (like the ability to block ads, malware and more at the router)

The Synology RT2600AC has caught my eye mainly because I have had a Synology NAS for 5 years and that thing is bulletproof and I'm also familiar with the software too. That being said I cannot find it for sale in Canada yet. Does any one have a suggestion on a good router setup?

Thanks


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lundi 12 juin 2017

What email client do you use?

Curious if anyone uses on other than mail.app, like spark, postbox, airmail, outlook, etc


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dimanche 11 juin 2017

Customer Printing Square Receipts - Detail disappears

I am wondering if anyone has experience as a customer, resolving the following issues with printing or saving "Square Receipts".

I make payments as a customer, using "Square". Then, I receive an email, of the Square Receipt. On screen, all the details of the 'Square" Receipt appear, however, the details disappear when I go to either save the receipt, or to print the receipt.

:confused:


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basic graphic design program suggestions

I want to create flyers, business cards, etc. I've used PowerPoint with a bit of success but it's acting funny today when I try to crop an image and ultimately it doesn't produce the best quality.

Lately I have been using Canva but it's got odd things about it and a biggie is that you can't fully justify text.

I don't know what to use. Is Pages a way to go? I've seen some reference to it being used for these kinds of creations. I have Word but you can't move things around without them affecting other elements (thus using PPTX). Is Pages better? Other suggestions? Some sort of Microsoft Publisher equivalent out there?

Can you get InDesign without CC? I don't want to have to be online to use it.

thanks.


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samedi 10 juin 2017

Disk Utility odd behaviour

On an iMac running OSX 10.9.5 Mavericks I sometimes run Disk Utility to check that all is well.

Usually the details look fine and at the bottom is a green message: “The volume Macintosh HD appears to be OK”

Sometimes however some tasks are checked more than once and this green message at the bottom is repeated up to nine times. Does this apparently erratic behaviour indicate a problem with Disk Utility?

I will be grateful for an explanation and if necessary for some remedial advice.


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iOS 11 networking feature - cool!

iOS 11 lets you scan a router’s QR code to quickly join a network


Apple has added yet another new feature to make configuring wireless networks on iOS even easier. As first noticed by u/EzDzO on Reddit, iOS 11 users will be able to use the native camera app to scan a router’s QR code and quickly get connected.

Built into iOS 11’s native camera is a QR code reader. The reader is built to support launching apps and websites after reading a valid code. When scanning a QR code attached to a router, iOS 11 offers to connect to that network with a banner notification. A tap on the notification begins the connection process.



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Samsung curved monitor....

Interesting product. I personally think the trend for 50" smart TVs that are curved is completely dumb (unless you live alone and never watch television with other human beings); but for a computer monitor, I imagine they'd be quite nice.

Here's a new one from Samsung, and the price looks pretty decent:


Samsung redefines widescreen monitor with curved model four feet wide, yours for $1500


Curved widescreen monitors are all the thing these days, and Samsung has just upped the stakes with a mega 49-inch wide HDR model aimed primarily at gamers. The company says that it’s the world’s largest widescreen monitor.

The Samsung CHG90 is the top end of a trio of new models just announced by the company: 27-, 32- and 49-inch QLED screens – which are LCD panels lit by LEDs

The two smaller models are Quad HD screens, offering the same 2560×1440 resolution as Apple’s now-discontinued 27-inch Thunderbolt Display. The 49-inch model is UHD: 3840×1080 – exactly the same as glueing two 1080p HD screens together side-by-side.

They offer HDMI and Mini DisplayPort inputs but lack USB-C, so you’ll need an adapter to use them with the latest MacBook Pro machines.



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RIP Adam West

Adam West, star of TV's 'Batman,' dies at 88

West acted in dozens of other films and television shows, from westerns to police dramas, but he might be best remembered for his role on the half-hour ad*ven*ture comedy that lasted just three seasons, from 1966 to 1968.


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vendredi 9 juin 2017

Problem printing an Adobe reader page

Hi
I have a brand new HP Officejet Pro printer connected by UBS to my mac 10.10.5 with 4gig of ram. The printer prints Word documents and does copies very well.

Unfortunately, it will not print an Adobe Reader document. Adobe reader is the latest version. The print waiting list has a note: "filter failure" (in French: échec de filter).

Anybody can help me solve this?

Thanks


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mercredi 7 juin 2017

cult of mac banned me because of my ad blocking lol

so the leftist leaning mac news site has banned me until i allow ads. LOL
never! - it is my internet and i wish not to be bombarded by useless ADs.

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Cool startup OS X install key combos

These are new to me... and my inner geek is delighted!

How to reinstall macOS when the startup volume was erased | Macworld
...another option: macOS Recovery over the Internet, which requires either a Mac model released in 2012 or later, or most 2010 and 2011 models with a firmware upgrade applied. There, the Mac reaches out over a Wi-Fi or ethernet connection to download the relatively modest Recovery software, which then bootstraps the download of the full macOS installer.

Apple says Internet-based Recovery should happen automatically on supported models, and you should see a spinning globe when that mode is invoked while the download occurs. However, if you have normal Recovery installed and it refuses to install macOS for some reason, you can manually invoke Internet Recovery.

While Command-R at startup always installs whatever the most recent version you installed on your Mac, holding down Command-Option-R brings down the very latest compatible version that can be installed. Apple also offers Shift-Command-Option-R, which installs the version of OS X or macOS with which your computer shipped, or the next oldest compatible system still available for download.

(Apple just changed this behavior with 10.12.4, but if you’re using Internet Recovery for a clean install on an erased drive, the new behavior should be active as it will be pulled from the version of Recovery that’s bootstrapped from Apple’s servers. The pre-10.12.4 option is simply Command-Option-R, but it acts like the new Shift-Command-Option-R, installing the shipped OS or the oldest compatible version.)

Apple recommends the Command-Option-R option as the only safe way to reinstall a Mac with El Capitan or earlier versions of macOS if you want to be sure your Apple ID doesn’t persist even after erasure.
(More info at: MacWorld)


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iPhone screen repair: Apple gives a little....

Apple finally realizes letting people fix their iPhone screens is all it’s cracked up to be

Cracking the screen on your iPhone is always a headache. Not only because cracks make it difficult to use your phone as a very expensive mirror, but also because Apple has made fixing those cracks a time-consuming nightmare that involves sitting in an Apple store for hours. Now, Reuters reports that butter-fingered iPhone users may be able to spend hours in a Best Buy instead.

Apple is finally letting other vendors fix their phones, giving authorized third-party repair stores access to their proprietary glass-fixing devices, called Horizon Machines. By the end of 2017, there will be 400 authorized third-party repair centers in 25 countries,


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lundi 5 juin 2017

Entourage 2008 to Outlook 2016

Help! - I am look for assistance migrating from Entourage 2008 to Outlook 2016 Mac. I am running OSX 10.10.5. The import on Outlook will not accept and .rtf or a .mbox!

Any assistance would be appreciated!


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Wwdc 2017

So far:

- iOS 11 announced, available this fall, public beta shortly
- macOS "High Sierra" (10.13) - available this fall, public beta end of June
- New iMacs, new MacBook Pros - "Kaby Lake" 7th-gen., CPU's, 15" models get updated graphics
- iMac Pro announced in Space Gray, starts at $4999 U.S. Up to 18-core Xenon processors (starts at a 8-core), AMD "Vega" graphics (up to 16GB VRAM), up to 128GB ECC memory, etc. Available December 2017.
- All new hardware has 50% faster SSD's.


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dimanche 4 juin 2017

ITunes problem on iPhone6

I use iTunes to play music/podcasts on my . Suddenly, it's taken to repeating the song and I can't figure out how to make it stop. There's a button for this on the version of iTunes I use in my http://ift.tt/2qS4a3c, but I can't find one in the iOS version. Suggestions appreciated.


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ITunes problem on iPhone6

I use iTunes to play music/podcasts on my iPhone 6. Suddenly, it's taken to repeating the song and I can't figure out how to make it stop. There's a button for this on the version of iTunes I use in my iMac, but I can't find one in the iOS version. Suggestions appreciated.


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MacBook Air or iPad speakers which are better.

Hello all,

For our wedding anniversary I would like to buy either an iPad Pro or a MacBook Air as a gift for my wife. She uses my current iPad for FaceTime and FB and she is leaning toward the MB Air but is wondering about sound quality of the speakers vs the iPad.

Thoughts...


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samedi 3 juin 2017

WANTED: 661-5968 Video Card

Hello,

I have a mid-2011 imac with a faulty graphics card. My serial number is C02J30THDHJQ and you can see the DHJQ is one of the known serial numbers that qualified for a free replacement within 4 years from the original purchase date. Sadly, that deadline has come and gone so I'm guessing I can no longer get the replacement covered. Is anyone parting out one of these machines that has a good video card yet? There are a few on eBay but it's borderline whether I'd make my money back if I have to pay more than $500 to maybe fix the machine. My goal is to get it running and then sell it as a working machine.

Any help appreciated.


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MacMini Server Upgrades - turbo charge

I bought a couple of Mac Mini Servers QC i7s - late 2012s..
upgraded the ram to 16GBs on both
and then to make the units fly - plus maximize the storage I installed a couple of Seagate firecudas.. 2x2TB each in each unit.
I am using them as servers - i did a soft raid level 1 - with a company called http://ift.tt/2dfjc7n
been using them for over 10 years, amazing product.

now these minis fly like they have SSDs..
firecuda - by Seagate - 5 yr warranty - hybrid SSD/HD - low voltage

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