About this episode
Merlin Mann returns for his annual visit to Mac Power Users. We discuss hardware and software updates and if it's necessary to keep up the latest and greatest, Merlin's growing use of iOS over Mac OS, and kids and technology use. Thanks to MPU listener Jigar Talati for help with the shownotes this week! This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Smile Typing more with less effort using TextExpander on OS X and iOS makes you a Mac Power User. The Omni Group We're passionate about productivity for Mac, iPhone and iPad. lynda.com Learn software, business and creative skills. Automatic Drive smarter and safer with the Automatic car adapter – get 20% off, exclusive for listeners. Use coupon code: MACPOWER. Guest Starring: Merlin Mann Links and Show Notes: Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership Independent Writer, Speaker, and Broadcaster - Merlin Mann Merlin Mann (@hotdogsladies) | Twitter Roderick on the Line You Look Nice Today | A Journal of Emotional Hygiene 5by5 | Back to Work Mac Power Users #23: Workflows with Merlin Mann - Relay FM In our first "Workflows" episode we talk with Merlin Mann, or as David calls him, the "Hero of Nerds." Merlin discussed how he uses his Mac for his work and the applications he uses to be more productive. This extra long episode is packed with geeky goodness. Mac Power Users #46: Workflows with Merlin Mann II - Relay FM David and Katie sit down again with Merlin Mann. Merlin updates us on his workflows and his latest projects. Mac Power Users #91: Workflows with Merlin Mann III - Relay FM Merlin Mann joins Katie and David for the 2012 version of Merlin's workflow interviews. This year, Merlin explains some of his favorite iOS apps, Mac apps, and web services. Mac Power Users #132: Merlin Returns - Relay FM Returning for his annual appearance, Merlin Mann joins Katie and David to talk Evernote, GTD, iPad, Podcasting and his favorite Apps. Mac Power Users #183: Episode V: Merlin Strikes Back - Relay FM Merlin Mann returns to Mac Power Users for his annual visit. This year we dive deep into Merlin's new obsession with home automation and talk about what makes some apps stick while others never do. Pixelmator for iPad Mac App Store - Pixelmator Quicksilver — Mac OS X at your Fingertips Workflow | Powerful automation made simple. Workflow: Powerful Automation Made Simple on the App Store on iTunes Workflow Field Guide — MacSparky Mac Power Users #243: Workflow.app - Relay FM David and Katie dive deep into the new Workflow.app and discuss how it's a game changer for iOS Automation and provide sample workflows. GoodReader GoodReader on the App Store on iTunes Workflow Actions on Reddit Instapaper Drafts | Agile Tortoise Drafts 4 - Quickly Capture Notes, Share Anywhere! on the App Store on iTunes Editorial for iOS Editorial on the App Store on iTunes Contrast | Launch Center Pro Launch Center Pro on the App Store on iTunes nvALT - BrettTerpstra.com Marked 2 - Smarter tools for smarter writers Mac App Store - Marked 2 TextExpander: Mac Typing Shortcut Utility Write. App — An iOS plain text editing app that's not your editor or mother. Vesper. Collect your thoughts. Vesper on the App Store on iTunes TaskPaper — Simple to-do list software for Mac Mac App Store - TaskPaper Byword • Simple and efficient text editor for Mac, iPhone and iPad. Mac App Store - Byword Byword on the App Store on iTunes TextExpander Snippets — MacSparky App Extensions - Apple Developer 1Password Plex: Your media on all your devices Huffduffer Clips App: iOS 8 Clipboard Manager Clips - Copy and paste anywhere with widget and keyboard on the App Store on iTunes Clips Review: Actionable Clipboard Management for iOS 8 – MacStories Deliveries: a package tracker for iPhone, iPad, and Mac Deliveries: a package tracker on the App Store on iTunes Mac App Store - Deliveries: a package tracker Inquisitive - Relay FM New Tech City: Growing Up Digital: 3 Truths for the Adults - WNYC Mac Power Users #214: Tech in Education - Relay FM David and Katie discuss the use of technology in education including apps and workflows for both the student and teacher. Ad-free time! | Blocking ads, unblocking Netflix, Pandora, Hulu, BBC and more