Author: “Mac”

  • 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…

  • Revive Your iPhone 11: Quality Repairs at Great Prices

    Introduction: Hey there, fellow tech enthusiasts in the charming towns of Lithgow, Katoomba, and Blackheath! Are you scrolling through the stunning Blue Mountains landscape with your trusty iPhone 11 in hand, only to realize it’s in need of some TLC? Fret not! Welcome to MacMason Training and Repairs, your friendly neighbourhood tech wizards, ready to…

  • Mac software repair When its odd pull the plist

    I worked a long time at Apple in California as a Software specialist. My job was to investigate the odd cases. When I mean odd I mean the case that make the first two people at AppleCare scratch their heads. So I have some advice for those people who wan to do their own Mac…

  • Mac Repairs Blackheath

    Mac Repairs Blackheath? Want to drive to Penrith to get an appointment? I did not think so. We are located in Lithgow at 51 Main Street and we do Mac repairs. Now I am not talking about simple turn a screw and call yourself a Mac repair guy kind of repairs I am talking the…