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App Rec: iPhoto for iOS

Jim — Thu, 16 May 2013 13:33:38 +0100

It makes sense that so many people are turning towards their iPhones as their primary cameras these days (and to a lesser extent their iPads and iPad minis). You have your phone with you all the time, and it has a better than decent camera. The built in Photos app on iOS gives you very basic editing options -- crop, rotate, fix red-eye and enhance -- but it doesn't allow the fine tune control you may actually want when fixing up those iPhone photos.

The case has a smart sleep/wake function, meaning that when the cover is closed the iPad goes to sleep andRead More...

New Keyboard Case: iLuv Professional Workstation

Mon, 13 May 2013 14:14:22 +0100

If you are a touch typist, the iPad's on screen keyboard can be a little frustrating -- the keys are well sized, but you can't rest your fingers on the home row and so may end up losing some words per minute. A bluetooth keyboard can be the perfect solution.

We're always on the lookout for good keyboard cases -- ones that have comfortaRead More...

You're Invited: SAVANT

Jim — Mon, 13 May 2013 14:07:52 +0100

Getting a handle on the seeming endless tangle of remotes electronics brings is a headache for even the most techy among us.

But Cape Mac Computers has you covered with SAVANT Systems. We’ll be hosting a seminar on taking control of your coffee table again with audio-visual control systems, as well as every aspect of smart home/smart office automation.

Photostream pushes photos that you've taken on one device to your other devices. "Push", in this case, simply means tRead More...

App Rec: Days - Your Visual Photo and GIF Diary

Jim — Thu, 09 May 2013 12:01:22 +0100

There are lots of photography apps for iOS out there -- from Apple's own iPhoto to the ever popular Instagram, no one's suffering from a dearth of choices. New photography apps have to offer something interesting to even make a ripple, and Days does that.

What is it
Days is an iPhone app (it will run on your iPad but not in full resolution). It's free Read More...

Spring Special: Upgrade Your HardDrive

Jim — Tue, 07 May 2013 14:26:26 +0100

Summer's the time of relaxation, of flip flops and the beach and invaluable memories that we use to tide us through winter. The rise of the smartphone and the tablet means that we have more means to document those moments than ever before -- is your computer's hard drive ready? Don't worry -- Cape Mac's got you covered!

New: Lifeproof Accessories

Jim — Sat, 04 May 2013 15:47:11 +0100

We've mentioned before that we're big fans of Lifeproof Cases, especially for Cape Codders who spend so much of their time on or near the water and sand. We've seen firsthand the results of an iPhone's accidental tip into the ocean, and we want to help people avoid that.

We've added a few accessories to our stock of Lifeproof products. The Lifejacket, available for the iPhone 4/4s, fits arRead More...

Tips & Tricks!

Jim — Fri, 03 May 2013 19:09:38 +0100

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App Recs: Streaming Video

Jim — Wed, 01 May 2013 14:37:29 +0100

More and more people are dropping expensive cable subscriptions as they move to a streaming setup. Even for those of us who aren't ready to cut cable ties just yet (sports & local news!), cutting back on the expensive cable packages and supplementing with streaming is pretty common. Today, we thought we'd talk about some of our favorite strRead More...

Classes are in Bloom

Jim — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 14:17:36 +0100

Spring is finally here. Over the past few weeks we've seen the forsythia and daffodils bloom and the temperatures gradually mellow to true spring 50s and 60s. And we suspect that just like us, you've all started to feel the burst of energy spring always brings. Why not channel some of it into expanding your knowledge of all things Mac?

We've expanded our training with new, expert staff. Check out our training page by clicking here to see some of the upcoming offerings, and bookmark thaRead More...

Back in stock: Bluetooth Speakers

Jim — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 14:57:38 +0100

We've always loved these speakers and we're so glad they're back in stock. They offer two channel sound in a single body (a distinct speaker is on either side of the body). The first time we gave them a go we were shocked at how good the quality was for a bluetooth speaker.

They're only $49.95 and they're in stock now. Come in and give them a listen to see just how gooRead More...

Tips & Tricks 9

Jim — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 16:17:11 +0100

We get a lot of questions on parental controls, so we thought we'd take a minute and explain how to set them up. Remember to sign up for our newsletter for more tips, tricks and special deals!

Product Spotlight: Magic Trackpad & Magic Mouse

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 13:24:21 +0100

Since the release of Lion, Apple's been working steadily to bring the gestures of iOS and Mac OS closer together. The same finger movements you use on your iPad or iPhone's screen (pinches, taps, swipes) now translate into similar functions on your laptop's trackpad, or the Magic Mouse and Magic Trackpad.

Most of us here use laptops almost all day long, so we have a certainRead More...

Mac App Rec: F.lux

Jim — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 12:54:32 +0100

Most of our app recs are focused around the iOS devices, but occasionally we'll find something on the Mac OS side of things that is worth passing along. One of these is a free little piece of software called f.lux, which you can find here.

There have been studies that say the blue light emitted by digital screens is bad for our sleep & may be keeping us up later (the makers of f.lux helpfully collected some links here). And we know how blinding it can be to look at a bright screen Read More...

Link Roundup

Jim — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 14:36:57 +0100

Every week, we bring you a link roundup of some of the excellent news, tips and tricks and how-to guides out there in the Mac blogosphere. This week's group:

1) From MacWorld, the 7 Best OS X Tricks You're Not Using. A few of these were new to us, including force quitting the application that you're already in. Very helpful!

2) Also from MacWorld's excellent At Work, a test of the eight most pervasive energy-saving techniques -- learn what does and doRead More...

Tips and Tricks: Airplay

Jim — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 17:09:52 +0100

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Twitter #music

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 14:20:54 +0100

Every time I teach an iPad class I ask if anyone uses Twitter. I'm almost always met with a resounding no. Until you use Twitter, it's hard to see the point of it -- 140 character updates? And what's with those those ubiquitous #hashtag symbols -- the ones that have started spreading to Facebook and elsewhere online? So I usually bite my tongue and don't try to convince everyone to use it. But with today's release of #music, I might have an extra tool in my pro-twitter arsenalRead More...

New in stock: iUSBport!

Jim — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 13:28:37 +0100

HyperDrive iUSBport

The missing USB port that should have been on your iPad, iPhone & iPod touch!

The Grip is available for the iPad with Retina Display (3rd and 4th geneRead More...