Who are you and what do you do

Posted on March 13, 2017 by SGVAUG BlogMaster

At The Sweet Setup:

Every week we try to post a new interview with someone about what software they use on their Mac, iPhone, or iPad. We do these interviews because not only are they fun, but a glimpse into what tools someone uses and how they use those tools can spark our imagination and give us an idea or insight into how we can do things better.

Today’s victim, er, interviewee:

My name is Matthew Guay. I’m a content marketer at Zapier and, since we’re a fully remote team, I work from my home office in Bangkok, Thailand. I also write occasionally on my tech blog, Techinch.

You can catch Matthew’s complete story here: Matthew Guay’s Mac and iPhone setup.

“Back issues” can be found here: Sweet Setup Interviews.

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March 20th General Meeting

Posted on March 8, 2017 by SGVAUG BlogMaster

 

The History of Apple in Song

Sing along with M… arilyn

Join Marilyn Miller and her trusty Mac for a musical stroll down Apple memory lane. Accompanied by Mac, Marilyn will sing of momentous moments in the Apple saga, with witty songs penned by the irrepressible David Pogue. Guaranteed to bring a smile to your face!

Regular Features

Apps & Traps – Our essential monthly feature on interesting new products and services for iOS and OS X, brought to you by Dave Whitby.

appleSTEMs – Warren James presents interesting Apple science, technology, engineering, and math software.

appleCore – Everyone says that iOS and macOS are intuitive and easy to use. If you believe that, I’ve got a bridge to sell you. Although iOS and macOS are easy to use after you’ve learned how to use them, actually learning to use them can be a bit confusing. Often, basic things are not explained because it is assumed that you already know them. We all know that that’s not always the case. So now the SGVAUG presents an on-going series of short talks about the core elements of iOS and macOS so that soon, you’ll be able to tell everyone, “Of course iOS and macOS are intuitively obvious”.

Tonight’s appleCore will discuss how to organize your e-mail into folders and use rules to get your mail to the right place.

Apple News & Updates

Q&A

Our rewarding Monthly Prize Drawing includes a Newer Technologies NuStand Alloy desktop stand for Apple iPad, a WHOOSH! Tech Hygiene Screen Shine, a MyCharge AMP+ 6700 mHa external battery pack with 2 USB Ports (and a built-in wall plug to recharge the battery), and a $25.00 iTunes gift card. Don’t forget: members receive one free ticket for the drawing. Bring a guest and get another free ticket! Support our group and increase your chances of winning some goodies – drawing tickets are $1.00 each or six for $5.00. The odds are great that you can be a winner!

The meeting will be held in the Donald Wright Auditorium, at the Pasadena Public Library Main Branch at 7:00 p.m. Following the general meeting, we have our informal Meeting after the Meeting at Conrads, 861 E. Walnut St. (at the NW corner of Walnut and Lake).

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Were You at the Meeting Last Night?

Posted on February 7, 2017 by SGVAUG BlogMaster

If not, you missed out on some really cool stuff!

At Conrads, we touched on TV shows appearing on Amazon Prime; kittens playing football; and whether your washing machine might be listening to, and recording, your every word. And Gautam showed up…

That’s my story; I’m sticking to it!

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February 6th General Meeting

Posted on January 30, 2017 by SGVAUG BlogMaster

CES 2017

CES

All the things new and exciting in the tech world

The Consumer Electronics Show (CES), held annually in Las Vegas, Nevada, is one of the largest shows of its kind in the world. Come take a peek at a sample of the many items found on the show floor this year.

Regular Features

Apps & Traps – Our essential monthly feature on interesting new products and services for iOS and OS X, brought to you by Dave Whitby.

appleSTEMs – Warren James presents interesting Apple science, technology, engineering, and math software.

Apple News & Updates

Q&A

Our rewarding Monthly Prize Drawing includes a $25.00 iTunes gift card, a La Crosse Technology alarm clock with two USB charging ports, Creative Stereo headphones, a Matias MiniRizer, and a Bausch + Lomb Clens cleaning system for Apple products. Don’t forget: members receive one free ticket for the drawing. Bring a guest and get another free ticket! Support our group and increase your chances of winning some goodies – drawing tickets are $1.00 each or six for $5.00. The odds are great that you can be a winner!

The meeting will be held in the Donald Wright Auditorium, at the Pasadena Public Library Main Branch at 7:00 p.m. Following the general meeting, we have our informal Meeting after the Meeting at Conrads, 861 E. Walnut St. (at the NW corner of Walnut and Lake).

Graphic from Andrew Zima

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Were You at the Meeting Last Night?

Posted on January 10, 2017 by SGVAUG BlogMaster

If not, you can do your own new MacBook Pro research.

At Conrads, pets to the vet, drones in the air, fun with Alexa, and automated cars dominated the conversation.

That’s my story; I’m sticking to it!

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January 9th General Meeting

Posted on January 1, 2017 by SGVAUG BlogMaster

 

MacBook Pro Report

Good stuff to start out the year

Regular Features

Apps & Traps – Our essential monthly feature on interesting new products and services for iOS and OS X, brought to you by Dave Whitby.

appleSTEMs – Warren James presents interesting Apple science, technology, engineering, and math software.

Apple News & Updates

Q&A

Our rewarding Monthly Prize Drawing includes a $25.00 iTunes gift card and an Innergie Power Joy Plus 15W dual USB adapter. Don’t forget: members receive one free ticket for the drawing. Bring a guest and get another free ticket! Support our group and increase your chances of winning some goodies – drawing tickets are $1.00 each or six for $5.00. The odds are great that you can be a winner!

The meeting will be held in the Donald Wright Auditorium, at the Pasadena Public Library Main Branch at 7:00 p.m. Following the general meeting, we have our informal Meeting after the Meeting at Conrads, 861 E. Walnut St. (at the NW corner of Walnut and Lake).

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Were You at the Meeting Last Night?

Posted on December 20, 2016 by SGVAUG BlogMaster

If not, you must not be a party animal. The rest of us are, and a fine time was had!

At Conrads, swing-axle Jeeps, winter revenge in Chicago, Area 51, charging electronic devices by just walking, and Christmas carols (of course!) made their ways around the table.

That’s my story; I’m sticking to it!

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Who Are You and What Do You Do?

Posted on December 19, 2016 by SGVAUG BlogMaster

At The Sweet Setup:

In this series, we post a new interview with someone about what software they use on their Mac, iPhone, or iPad. We do these interviews because not only are they fun, but a glimpse into what tools someone uses and how they use those tools can spark our imagination and give us an idea or insight into how we can do things better.

Today’s victim, er, interviewee:

Hi! My name is Asier G. Morato and I’m the chief editor of El Imperdible, a lifestyle website from Spain that talks about shopping, culture, travel, and gastronomy. Its ’s a young and small business, so I need to stay on top of it all day.

In a typical day I write, shoot and edit photos, talk with our collaborators and sponsors, and keep an eye on the feedback of our readers. Sometimes I also take some freelance work as a ghostwriter for some companies that need help with their blogs.

You can catch Asier’s complete story here: Asier G. Morato’s iOS Setup.

“Back issues” can be found here: Sweet Setup Interviews.

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December 19th General Meeting

Posted on December 18, 2016 by SGVAUG BlogMaster

 

Holiday Party

Top o’ the season to ye!

The holidays are almost upon us and that means it’s time for Apple users to get together to share some holiday spirit and talk about our favorite computers, phones, and tablets. Plus, you’ll have a chance to win a shiny new Apple TV to add to your holiday gift collection.  

Join us on Monday, December 19th, for our last meeting of 2016. We’ll spend some time talking about new Apple hardware and software, we’ll warn you about new insecurities in a popular piece of software, we’ll share info about apps to delight scientific types and you’ll get some tips and be warned of some traps. Plus, we’re going to have a holiday party with all the things you’d expect – cookies, egg nog, and other delights – along with a special present for all our members who’ve paid up for 2017.  And on top of that, we’ll be having an expanded Holiday-sized drawing and a special drawing for an Apple TV. 

Sounds like a lot of fun so don’t miss it.  We’re looking forward to seeing you at our holiday party.

So have a Merry Christmas, Happy Chanukah, Joyous Kwanzaa, and a celebratory Solstice.

Regular Features

Apps & Traps – Our essential monthly feature on interesting new products and services for iOS and OS X, brought to you by Dave Whitby.

appleSTEMs – Warren James presents interesting Apple science, technology, engineering, and math software.

Apple News & Updates

Q&A

Our rewarding Monthly Prize Drawing includes two $25.00 iTunes gift cards, a ProHT notebook cooler pad, a Patriot Fuel+ 2000mAh mobile rechargeable battery, a Gear Head 5-in-1 SD card reader, a Hornettek 2000mAh portable battery, and a Rocksoul Magic Mouse for Mac. Don’t forget: members receive one free ticket for the drawing. Bring a guest and get another free ticket! Support our group and increase your chances of winning some goodies – drawing tickets are $1.00 each or six for $5.00. The odds are great that you can be a winner!

The meeting will be held in the Donald Wright Auditorium, at the Pasadena Public Library Main Branch at 7:00 p.m. Following the general meeting, we have our informal Meeting after the Meeting at Conrads, 861 E. Walnut St. (at the NW corner of Walnut and Lake).

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Were You at the Meeting Last Night?

Posted on November 22, 2016 by SGVAUG BlogMaster

If not, you’ll have a lot fewer temptations when you go Christmas shopping.

At Du-Par’s, the various Star Treks, Yiddish, Harlan Ellison’s novel, missions to Mars, Voyager, and the DSN came up.

That’s my story; I’m sticking to it!

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