Episodes 849
Avg. Duration 1h 32m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.7 (1,301)
Since May 2009
Latest Episode May 2026

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Learn about getting the most from your Apple technology with focused topics and workflow guests. Creating Mac Power Users since 2009, one conversation at a time. Hosted by David Sparks and Stephen Robles.

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849: Surviving Your Camera Roll

May 17, 2026 1h 19m

David and Stephen take on the wide, messy world of Apple photo management, from pruning fifty-thousand-photo libraries to backing up iCloud Photos. They cover Shared Library trade-offs, the cleanup…

848: eReaders and Workflows with Jason Snell

May 10, 2026 1h 27m

Jason Snell joins the show to discuss the state of e-readers, why dedicated reading devices still beat the iPad, and whether Kindle or Kobo is the better ecosystem today. We also dive into libraries,…

847: Actually Useful AI Tools

May 03, 2026 1h 14m

David and Stephen take stock of where AI is actually useful right now. They cover dictation, browsers, agentic workflows, MCP, and Apple Intelligence, plus the real projects each runs today,…

846: State of Apple Watch 2026

Apr 26, 2026 1h 29m

After brief thoughts on John Ternus becoming Apple's next CEO, we dive into the current state of Apple Watch. We explore our setups, faces, complications, apps, and what we hope to see improve. This…

845: Intentional Technology with Patrick Rhone

Apr 19, 2026 1h 19m

Patrick Rhone returns. The gang discusses Apple Silicon rewriting the Mac upgrade cycle, the Apple Refurb Store, and minimalist phones. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Ecamm:…

844: Building the Ideal Apple Smart Home

Apr 12, 2026 1h 24m

A comprehensive look at the state of Apple Smart Home in 2026. David and Stephen share their setups, cover the latest standards, new devices of interest, helpful automations, and how to get started…

843: Bear and Glass Teaches Keyboard Control

Apr 05, 2026 1h 19m

Brett Terpstra and Christopher Gamblée-Wallendjack introduce Bear & Glass, their human-focused Mac automation consultancy. Brett shares his ultimate keyboard-driven workflow, previews Marked 3…

842: Bribing the Fiber Guy

Mar 29, 2026 1h 22m

Stephen and David dig into listener feedback on iCloud security, Dropbox alternatives, AI robot assistants, Apple Intelligence Shortcuts, Claude computer control, and more! This episode of Mac Power…

841: The Robot Assistant Field Guide

Mar 22, 2026 1h 23m

David walks through the AI robot assistant he built with Claude Cowork, from file management and email to invoicing and podcast production. Plus, why managed AI agents finally solve the memory and…

840: Finder is More Powerful Than You Think

Mar 15, 2026 1h 28m

We break down Finder workflows, Hazel automations, Alfred shortcuts, and the systems that keep us organized on macOS. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Ecamm: Powerful live streaming…

839: Fifty Years of Apple with David Pogue

Mar 08, 2026 1h 25m

Author and broadcaster David Pogue joins the Mac Power Users to talk about his new book, 50 Years of Apple, and his tech stack. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Things: A fresh new…

838: iPhone Setup Showdown

Mar 01, 2026 1h 25m

We break down our entire iPhone setups including Home Screens, widgets, Focus Modes, Control Center, Action Button, and more! Stephen may have inspired David on this one. This episode of Mac Power…

837: Menu Bar Mayhem

Feb 22, 2026 1h 35m

David and Stephen go deep on the Mac menu bar, comparing their contrasting philosophies and walk through their favorites. They also explore how macOS 26's multiple Control Centers are changing the…

836: Welcome, Stephen

Feb 15, 2026 1h 36m

David officially welcomes Stephen as co-host, exploring his background in music, podcasting, and his Mac setup. Then, rapid-fire questions, putting Stephen on the spot for some Apple hot takes! This…

835: Farewell, Stephen

Feb 08, 2026 1h 5m

David and Stephen celebrate the last seven years of Mac Power Users, reflecting on the topics, episodes, and community that make MPU so special. Then, Stephen Robles joins to accept the baton before…

834: I Am The Tardis

Feb 01, 2026 1h 13m

Stephen starts the episode with an announcement, then he and David revisit writing workflows, Keyboard Maestro, notifications, and more. At the end, the guys attempt to answer some questions as…

833: Chris Bailey and His Battle-Scarred M1

Jan 25, 2026 1h 25m

Chris Bailey shares his unconventional tech stack: TextEdit for writing, SimpleNote for tasks, and printing research on paper. He also tried using an iPad mini as his phone to create friction with…

832: All About Apple Weather

Jan 18, 2026 1h 22m

Subtitle: …and Apple Creator StudioAfter talking through the new Apple Creator Studio bundle, Stephen shares his notes with David after switching to the Apple Weather app for a month. This episode…

831: Revisiting Our Writing Workflows

Jan 11, 2026 1h 18m

From fancy pens to blank screens with a blinking cursor, there are more ways to write than ever. This week, the guys discuss several of them, weighing their pros and cons, and share how they get the…

830: iOS 26: Focus Modes & Notifications

Jan 04, 2026 1h 26m

Our phones are constantly vying for our attention. This week, David and Stephen discuss strategies for managing notifications and regaining control. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by:…

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