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In this episode we'll be looking at toys of an adult nature, an iPhone camera problem and faxing from the iPhone. We'll also be taking an in-depth look at some Finder alternatives. BackBites Zip Quick Look Plugin (mentioned by StargateJohn) Logmein (mentioned by Chris Dodds) ChatBites iPhone Faxing Microsoft airbrushes anti-Apple ad Palm Pre v. Apple Redux No photos on iPhone Phoneview Amazon and the Apple Extreme O2's adult toys Software Review Path Finder PathFinder - Back to My Mac Support Forklift Feedback & Comments Thanks again to everyone who provided us with feedback. With so much to learn, Jane wore out the 30 second rewind button on her iPhone! Competition Win a copy of Voila. Tell us what in your opinion, is the most useful feature of the software and what you'd use that feature for. Full details here Events The next MacBites Live event is on 30th July (20:00 BST) when we are discussing "How to be an Email Ninja - the secrets of Inbox Zero". For details

In this episode we have a PC acting as a Mac, an email rant, retrieving lost Tweets and we take a look at how to supercharge the Finder BackBites Thanks to Annette for pointing out Jing for screen capture Another tip from Annette is TeamViewer for screen sharing Mike's blog post on Outlook/iCal integration Mike's email problems Delicious Library removed from App Store - iPhoneTalk Delicious Library removed from App Store - Yahoo Delicious Library removed from App Store - YouTube ChatBites Free Twitter updates via O2 text Free Twitter updates via O2 text - O2 website Barry's lost Tweet - and how to retrieve it Mike's PC became a Mac iTunes Kills Palm Pre Sync - TUAW iTunes Kills Palm Pre Sync - Gizmodo iTunes Kills Palm Pre Sync - Businessweek iTunes Kills Palm Pre Sync - BBC Technology Apple sued in Mafia lawsuit claim iPhone to be available on other networks? Microsoft is the Number 1 brand in UK Retail battle between Apple and Microsoft How will Microsoft Stores differ from Apple

In this episode we'll be looking at routers, Gmail & screensharing. But it's not all technical - we review a great little converter application and Growl's on the Prowl BackBites Update on Mike's Calibrate problem Disabling conflict warnings during MobileMe synchronisation A QuickSilver User Guide ChatBites NWMUG Accessing Gmail via Apple Mail Accessing Gmail via Apple Mail iChat Screensharing Back to My Mac - supported routers Using and troubleshooting Back to My Mac in Mac OS X 10.5 It bongs on the hour Dragoman MacZot Software Review Growl Prowl Growl-enabled apps Feedback & Comments Thanks to all for your positive feedback Events 16 July 2009 at 20:00 BST - Getting audio and video on the web in Flash - http://macbites.co.uk/live. More information at http://www.digital-iq.co.uk

In this episode we discuss iPhone apps, router problems and take a look at iCal and other calendar-related applications that we use BackBites Grab - built into OSX - via Applications > Utilities folder ZapGrab Voila The Vista Snipping Tool ChatBites iChm Papertoss Microsoft's sick advert Dead router Airport Express Subscribe to the MacBites Live events Switcher's Corner and Software Review Sidekick from Starfish Software Sony Clie Agendus iCal MenuCalendarClock Today Timetable Calibrate Elaine explains how to use BusySync BusySync website How to get Outlook calendar appointments displayed in iCal Feedback & Comments Thanks to all for your positive feedback and the additional software suggestions Events NAPP - National Association of Photoshop Professionals - Facebook page Next MacBites Live event is 16th July at 20:00 BST - Getting video and a

In this episode we discuss the latest apps that we've installed on our iPhones (and some that we haven't) and take a look at a number of screen-capturing applications that we use. BackBites iPhone backup Find My Phone and Remote Wipe Mobile Allowance (iTunes link) ChatBites Documents To Go 1PasswordPro Flashdrive Air Sharing FileMagnet Actprinter (Jane73's review) Delicious Library Agendus Control AppleTV from iPhone/Touch iPhone case / screen protector -7 day shop Evernote Elaine's Copy and Paste problem in Evernote Switchers Corner and Software Review Paintbrush for OSX SnagIt Hypersnap The big red X in MS Word Vista Snipping Tool SnapzProX Skitch GrabUp TinyGrab LittleSnapper QuickSnapper InstantShot Layers Keyboard shortcuts in OSX for capturing screen Shift+Cmd+3 - captures entire screen and saves to Desktop Shift+Cmd+4 - captures selection and saves to Desktop Shift+Cmd+4 then spacebar, then click a window - captures selected window and saves to Desktop Shift+C

In this episode we discuss the iPhone 3 software update. How did the update go? What features do we like? We also discuss the new iPhone 3GS - even though we didn't buy, we still got our hands on one. Plus we have a good laugh at Microsoft's expense! BackBites Mike admits to checking his email and overnight Tweets as soon as he wakes up Elaine avoids needing to use Terminal to fix Safari Microsoft will be providing an IE8 CD with Windows 7 Microsoft Ten Grand Browser Advert (Safari version) Microsoft Ten Grand Browser Advert (Firefox version) Microsoft Ten Grand Browser Advert (Opera version) Microsoft Ten Grand Browser Advert (IE6 version) Microsoft Ten Grand Browser Advert (IE7 version) Microsoft Ten Grand Browser Advert (IE Mac version) IE8 blows the rest away IE8 blows the rest away - Wired magazine's response What's a browser? Office 10 the Movie Office 10 - The Movie - without the need for Silverlight Microsoft to give away AV software ChatBites TweetDeck for iPhone iPhone OS

In this episode we provide the fastest ever roundup of WWDC, discuss the position of tabs in Safari 4 and Google's new Quick Search Box. We take an in-depth look at a number of Clipboard extenders and even give Windows a couple of mentions! BackBites Thanks to LucieC for the comment about Big Ben. Does it bong on the hour? You'll have to listen to find out! MacBites Live - Big thanks all who joined us - you made WWDC even more enjoyable it was great to share it with you. Find out what Elaine was up to with HeartyDiamond in Didcot. The Fastest-Ever WWDC Roundup Laptop updates Safari 4 Snow Leopard iPhone OS 3.0 iPhone ChatBites iPhone iPhone iPhone O2 Spoil the upgrade party O2Fail Tabs on Safari 4 - vote now in our poll Web Snapper disaster averted for Elaine Saft 1Password IE not in Windows 7 Google Quick Search Box QuickSilver Launchbar Switcher's Corner & Software Review - Clipboard Extenders ClipMate (Windows) - developers site The Clipmate Story ShadowClipboard - on

Boo!! Rumours of our podcasting retirement were greatly exaggerated and yet again we're back ... see you can't get rid of us that easily. In this episode we let you know where we've been hiding as well as discussing Apple's changes to the One2One training programme, software prices, AppleCare, iPhone apps and headless chickens(!) Where have we been? Elaine's tech-enabled nightie Elaine on IMP iMac rebuilds and upgrades Virtual Machines - Parallels and VMWare Fusion Buying and upgrading a Mac Mini Toast in headless mode Burn iPhone Email 'n Walk BigBen - It bongs on the hour Mover - it didn't move me! The mysterious missing app - Mobile Allowance Get a Free summary of your remaining minutes - text BUNDLE to 21202 One-to-One One-to-One Apple remodeling 100 stores with larger Genius Bars Popularity of Apple's One-to-One Store Training Changes Confirmed Software Prices

In this episode we discussed Twitter, Macs, iPhones and Google Chrome, as well as looking forward to this weeks Apple event. It's your last chance to enter our competition to win some fantastic new software. BackBites Backup Disabler Big Clock FileMagnet "low on memory" message iPlayer/Adobe TV Router Issues ChatBites The Great Twitter Follower Fight Twitter explained by Jane Griffiths ScreenCastsOnline iPhone sticking keys iPhone Slow Synching 7 port powered USB hub from Maplin Getting screenshots off iPhone via iPhoto Browser Wars Reignited 2008 Version Ubiquity from Mozilla IE 8 Beta Privacy Mode Google Chrome Reviews http://google.com/chrome http://www.akbarsait.com/blog/index.cfm/2008/9/3/Google-Chrome-Is-My-Default-Browser http://www.scottberkun.com/blog/2008/googles-web-browser-chrome-early-review/ http://www.tgdaily.com/content/view/39181/140/ Goog

Mike was in London, Elaine was at home, but we still managed to get an episode recorded. In this episode Elaine talks about Cro-Mag Rally and other iPhone games whilst Mike at last uses his iPhone for more than Monkey Ball. Elaine rants again, this time about iPlayer and we have some fantastic new software to give away - for FREE. BackBites Mike's scanner - Fujitsu S510M The continuing saga of the AdobeTV/iPlayer Router crashing Elaine's NetGear GT845PN router configuration tips MobileMe - more free days from Apple ChatBites Twitter - Elaine and Mike battle for followers Mike installs Twinkle NWMUG Delicious bookmarks 3G USB modem iPhone cases Displaying you own number on the iPhone LaunchBar Mike gets QuickSilver to work The case of the missing iPlayer Play in High Quality button Apple's secret iPhone app blacklist iPhone Backup options iPhone MD Crash Reporter

Another Apple Store opening, more iPhone app reviews and how Elaine's digital world came crashing down. Plus Mike's new scanner and a great time-saving tip for iCal users and a money-saving tip from Elaine. The Opening of the Liverpool Apple Store MacBites were there! Getting up at 5:45 on a Saturday is not our idea of fun - but when a new Apple Store opens and a free T-shirt is on offer, well, you just have to do it Read Mike's Report BackBites Adobe TV - the saga continues and the issue now hits the BBC iPlayer. If you've been hit with the problem, here's more than a few links that might help: http://www.cableforum.co.uk/board/12/33635734-cable-modem-disconnects-when-iplayer-downloading.html http://forum.zensupport.co.uk/1/30998/ShowThread.aspx http://www.pcpro.co.uk/phpbb/viewtopic.php?p=1373666&sid=9c53ffde515126a9e1c29b830c97114d http://www.cableforum.co.uk/board/12/33635734-cable-modem-disconnects-when-iplayer-downloading.html http://tinyurl.com

iPhone iPhone iPhone - well having both bought 16GB iPhones, what else could we talk about in this episode? Join us as we relive our experiences of both the days leading up to the launch day and the launch day itself. Why did half the staff of a Chinese restaurant congregate around our table? Hear our rants (yes more rants) about getting a PAC number. Plus, we discuss apps and provide you with some really cool tips and tricks for getting the most out of your iPhone. BackBites AdobeTV - did the upgrade to 10.5.4 fix our router crash? Apple Store Liverpool - exclusive pic Buying the iPhone Will they or won't they (be selling the iPhone)? How many Apple Stores did Mike ring? Why do you want to leave Vodafone sir? Because I want an iPhone The early morning excitement and anticipation at The Apple Store, Trafford Centre Buying an iPhone - a rollercoaster ride! A 16GB iphone with every meal? Games Thanks to SamC Mike is now addicted to Super Monkey Ball Elaine's excitement bubble's over Make mine

In this episode, we discuss all things audio and Elaine rants about software activation. We also discuss Evernote, anti-virus software for the Mac and iPhone (iPhone iPhone) BackBites Quicksilver - Dave Verwer's solution to re-indexing problem - use Cmd + R to refresh the Quicksilver catalog ChatBites Mike swaps his envelope for Evernote Mikes photograph saga Super Monkey Ball AdobeTV crashed our router Switchers Corner and Software Review We discuss audio capturing, audio editing and audio converting and look at a number of applications that can be used to peform these tasks Capture:- Audio Hijack Pro and Tape Deck Editing:- Amadeus Pro, Sound Studio and Fission Capture and editing: WireTap Studio and Garageband Conversion: AudialHub SoundConverter - (and Elaine's rant) Comments and Feedback In response to GazMaz's audio question, we discuss anti-virus software for the Mac (and Windows) Events North West Mac User Group - next meeting - Thursday 10th July Geekup - Sheffield - 2nd July and Manch

In this episode, we review the new version of Firefox and Mike reveals how Bill Gates crashed his computer. We also discuss how to keep your Mac up to date and how to make sure your documents can be read in years to come. BackBites Spotlight as an application launcher Spotlight as a calculator Mike's Dock goes minimal ChatBites Firefox 3 creates a world record for downloads. Features include Personas and the AwesomeBar Opera has a new look too Elaine lists her 10 browsers - without the need for a script! The Fox Gets More Fire The future of Firefox - Fennec, Prism and Weave Bill Gates crashes Mike's browser (nothing new there then ;-) ) Downloading and troubleshooting Apple Updates Switchers Corner and Software Review Keeping track of the latest versions of all your installed applications MacUpdate and VersionTracker offer paid-for services AppFresh and Logicielmacupdate are free apps Elaine e

In this episode we reviewed the major announcements from the WWDC and discussed Application Management and App Switching ChatBites WWDC 2008 iPhone Snow Leopard OmniFocus GTD MobileMe BusySync Elaine's blog post on MobileMe Switchers Corner and Software Review QuickSilver Launchbar LiteSwitch Witch Elaine's blog post on app switching Events NWAG - Mission Control - Lightroom and Bridge

Surprise!! We're back will a shiny new design for our shownotes and lots of good stuff coming your way ;-) In this short ’getting back into the groove’ episode we discuss what we've been doing while missing in action from MacBites and the imminent WWDC, together with details of several exciting tech related local events coming in the next few weeks. ChatBites Munich58.co.uk Duncan Edwards Apple - one-to-one training Photoshop Express video demo WWDC Speakapedia Events NWMUG - Toast 9 NWAG - Mission Control - Lightroom and Bridge GeekUp

ChatBites MacBook Back to my Mac VMWare Fusion VMWare Disk Driver Private browsing Trackpad settings Toolbar Toggle MacBites Shortcuts Demise of Navigator Switchers Corner/Software Review PaintShopPro Portfolio iPhoto Adobe - Bridge, Elements, Lightroom Aperture FotoMagico Mike's FotoMagico Demo Slideshow Calendar Sharing BusySync Elaine's how-to for sharing calendars on a single Mac Screen Capture Additional features to built in screen capture in Leopard

ChatBites iCal Exchange Web Snapper SWF & FLV Player BusySync Adding Calendar Content to your Application Switchers Corner/Software Review Notepad WordPad NoteTabPro EditPadPro Acetext Powergrep RegExBuddy TextEdit TextWrangler BBEdit TextMate Screen Spanning Screen Spanning Doctor Bundles MacHeist MacSanta Order Tracking Tracking online orders

iPhone Special Experience the launch at The Trafford Centre Activation Synchronizing contacts and calendar iTunes - managing with only 8mg Making calls - sound quality Messaging using the keyboard Email Camera - verdict on the lowly spec'd camera Web apps directory Web Apps Directory UK Traffic News Connection speedtest Translation tool Talking phrasebook Jivetalk enables use of ichat and other chat clients for text chatting. Free to use for iphone and ipod touch users Accessories V-Moda Headphones Belkin Headphone Adapter Tips Saving multiple images as a PDF in Preview Using the Scrollball to control Spaces

Leopard Special - Part 2 Living with Leopard - One week in MikeT relates his experiences of the Leopard install. It's been said before but Backup Backup Backup and MikeT prefers SuperDuper So Mike any issues with the new Cat? All three of us our now running with Leopard We share some of our likes and dislikes. We'd all love a dual monitor setup - Leopard does too. Safari 3 - what's new? Transferring Mail Networking Airport Screen sharing Back to my Mac Other Features Spaces Time Machine The new Finder Preview Coverflow Quicklook Comments and Feedback So Gazmaz have we tempted you yet? Let us know how you get on What about everyone else? Upgraded yet? & how did it go? Next week - it's finally here - iPhone has landed