Organization for Artists on the Road to Macstock

Chuck Joiner once again treats us to a behind the scenes look at Macstock, it’s presenters, and sponsors in his special MacVoices video series, The Road to Macstock!

On The Road to MacstockDavid Sparks delivers a triple-duty interview as he explains how his session will help artists (and others) get organized and get distractions out of the way so they can get on with the business of creating art, and reveals that he has no idea what surprises the 500th episode of Mac Power Users will hold. Then, David takes things a step farther down the productivity path as we discuss his new MacSparky, and how it helps you learn and implement the power of the program in your own workflows.

source: http://www.macvoices.com/macvoices-19179-road-to-macstock-and-more-david-sparks-on-getting-artists-organized-keyboard-maestro-field-guide/

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Siri-fy Your Life on the Road to Macstock

Chuck Joiner once again treats us to a behind the scenes look at Macstock, it’s presenters, and sponsors in his special MacVoices video series, The Road to Macstock!

We get back on The Road to Macstock in a conversation with Rosemary Orchard about her session that will focus on getting more out of Siri. Siri is much more than just a voice assistant in your HomePod; Rose tells us what some of those things are, why it is easier than ever to tap the power of Siri using Shortcuts, and why you should never be afraid of trying anything with Siri. Functionality, security, and privacy are all better on Siri, and Rose tells us why.

source: http://www.macvoices.com/macvoices-19177-road-to-macstock-rosemary-orchard-on-getting-more-out-of-siri/

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2019 Digital Pass Now Available!

From the fantastic talks, to discovering new tips and tricks while chatting around the lunch table, to meeting up with great friends old and new, there’s nothing like being at Macstock in person! And we still have plenty of Weekend Passes available if you’d like to join us for Macstock 2019!

But if you REALLY wish you could make it to Macstock in person, but it’s just not going to work to attend for personal, professional, or other reasons, the Macstock Digital Pass is for you!

Available once again for 2019, the Digital Pass to Macstock is the best way to take part in Macstock Weekend if you can’t be there in person! The Digital Pass delivers video recordings of all morning sessions and all main stage Deeper Dive sessions to you after the weekend is over and all within just a few short weeks after Macstock ends! (plus maybe some exclusive bonuses we sprinkle in here and there) And you can watch it all from wherever your Mac or iPad takes you!

Like I said, it’s not quite the same as being there (and being at Macstock is pretty amazing), but it’s the next best thing to seeing all of this year’s wonderful speakers in person! If you’d like to learn more about Macstock 2019’s Digital Pass, check it out!

Macstock Swap 2019

Macstock Swap is Back!

Macstock Swap LogoDesigned as a place to help recycle your old, working, gear by delivering it into the hands of folks you know will treasure it as much as you once did, the Macstock Swap Trading Zone is a place for folks to drop off old Apple stuff and pick up new (to you) Apple stuff from others in trade!

Some examples of “stuff” might include: unwanted/unused hardware, software, or even your old Apple collectibles!

As you might expect, there will be a few simple rules we’ll ask everyone to follow:

  • Hardware must be complete and in working condition
  • iOS devices must have Find my iPhone disabled, signed out, and Erased
  • Devices with cables should be neatly bound (no rat’s nests!)
  • Software must run on a Mac and include all original discs & licenses
  • iPhone/iPad cases or screen protectors must fit current model devices.
  • Please: NO cables, NO speakers/headphones, NO Electronics Cases or bags (or similar)
  • No money is to change hands
  • No taking Guy’s podcasting equipment 🙂
  • If any of your “stuff” is left over at the end of Macstock Weekend, we ask that you please take it home again to recycle responsibly.

Help give your old hardware the new home it deserves at Macstock 2019!

5 Years Ago Today

Macstock 5 Years LogoFive years ago today we gathered for the very first time at Macstock 2015

…and 5 weeks from today we’ll be gathering once again for Macstock 2019 which is, without a doubt, one of the most exciting Macstock weekends ever!

Bringing together Apple fanatics just like you from over 8 countries around the globe, this year’s Macstock features two days of amazing talks by many of your favorite personalities from throughout the Apple community who will be sharing innovative new ways to accomplish tasks, save time, and express yourself creatively while getting the most from your Apple devices and apps.

But your 2-Day Weekend Pass brings you so much more than that, including:

> Tim & Guy’s MyMac Game Show brought to you exclusively by Macstock’s home town sponsor OWC!

> A recording of Mac Power Users episode 500 live from Macstock’s stage!

> 3 bonus sessions brought to you by Macstock’s Platinum Sponsor, OWC!

> The first ever Macstock Film Festival hosted by Wally Cherwinski!

iMac G4 Found at Macstock Swap> Looking to trade (or discover) “new” Apple hardware? Visit the Macstock Swap Trading Zone to see if you can find that Mac you’ve always wanted…like I did last year! >>>>>>

> Nerd Yoga sessions each morning to help you make it through two long days of Macstock!

> And don’t forget Barry’s Midwest Mac Mingle evening activities Saturday night including the return of Game Night!

There’s only ONE place you can find all that plus that fantastic community spirit that makes being an Apple user so special, and that’s at Macstock 2019!

See you there!
Mike