Author: “Mac”

  • Should you Download MacOS Sonoma?

    With the new version of MacOS Sonoma around the corner it is time to consider upgrading to the new version. But is that a good idea? If you are a personal user with not a lot of critical processes then yes I would recommend that you download MacOS Sonoma right away as it has a…

  • When was the last time you used TimeMachine?

    In the fast-paced digital age, our lives are intertwined with technology, and for many, an iMac is an indispensable tool for work, creativity, and entertainment. As residents of Lithgow and Katoomba, ensuring the longevity of your iMac is crucial, especially considering the limited accessibility to Mac repairs in the region. One powerful tool that can…

  • When MacOS does something odd it is not a hacker

    As a Apple Software expert and an experienced tech support agent I encounter a client who often thinks they have been hacked because MacOS does something odd ,We are not talking about something where they are not able to be log into an account because the software has changed but because the Software is really…

  • Upgrading Macs Beyond the OS they are designed

    While I would Love a new Mac Pro with the Apple Silicon Ultra processors I have expensive hobbies like living indoors. So what happens if you have an old Macbook or iMac and need to have the software upgraded but the hardware will not take the new MacOS? You find someone like me to Upgrading…

  • You can call me “Mac”: How a computer guy got the nickname

    So throughout my life I have had a bunch of nicknames. Being a geek in high school as you can imagine many were not flattering at all. Some I only allow a few people to use. This is the story about how I got the nickname and you can call me “Mac” Working at Apple…

  • My iPhone 15 Predictions

    iPhone 15 is coming out next week .. To be clear all my sources from when I worked at Apple dried up years ago. I do spend a lot of times reading Apple Rumour Blogs and use my knowledge of the past Tech advancements and apply it to the rumours. Getting up EARLY So I…

  • Is Apple Switching to USB-C to take your Money ?

    Is Apple switching to USB-C just to take your Money? I do not think so.. here is why. I worked at Apple when they switched from the 30 pin adapter that came with the first iPhone to the now famous lighting connector. For a whole year everyone who came into the Apple Store would complain…

  • One Year of using my iPhone 14 Pro

    iPhone 14 Pro review after one year. I do not upgrade my phones as much as you would think. I am one of those techs that feel that as long as the phone does what I need it to do there is not a lot of reason to upgrade. I have never been one of…

  • Most Common Mac software

    Here is a list of the most commonly used Mac Software. I have been supporting Mac Software since 2005. Many bits of software was part of my job while I worked at apple. I am very good at receiving photos from the Apple Photos App. All of the above software I have taught many of…

  • Leura Macbook Repairs

    Hello there, tech-savvy seniors of Lithgow and Leura! It’s Kevin C Mason from MacMason Training and Repairs, your friendly neighborhood computer tech with a passion for Apple devices and over 20 years of experience helping seniors like you make the most of their Macs. Today, let’s dive into the world of Mac repairs and software…