BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Dans Tutorials - ECPv6.14.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Dans Tutorials X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://danstutorials.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Dans Tutorials REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230216T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230216T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20230126T033706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T022849Z UID:10000207-1676566800-1676570400@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:Safety Check\, Account Recovery\, and Legacy Contact Class DESCRIPTION:This class covered important topics related to Apple ID security and iPhone safety. Specifically\, I show how to setup up Account Recovery for your Apple ID\, including generating a Recovery Key and adding a Recovery Contact. \nIn the second part of the class\, I talked about setting up Legacy Contacts\, and why it’s important to set one up. In addition\, the class covered how to export iCloud Passwords in macOS Ventura. \nThe third part of the class focused on iPhone safety\, with a discussion of the Safety Check feature. I show how to review your Sharing and Privacy settings with Safety Check to ensure that their iPhone is secure and their personal information is protected. \nOverall\, this class was designed to provide practical tips and strategies for recovering your Apple ID if needed\, as well as securing and protecting personal information on your Apple devices. My goal was to have you leave with a better understanding of how to safeguard your Apple ID and iPhone\, and how to use the latest security features to stay safe and secure online. I hope it was/is helpful! \n\n\n \n\nChapters and Topics Covered: \n\n00:00 – Introduction\n02:16 – Apple ID and Account Recovery\n04:15 – Where do you setup Account Recovery?\n06:30 – Generate a Recovery Key for your Apple ID\n08:18 – Add a Recovery Contact for your Apple ID\n13:48 – What is a Legacy Contact and why set one up?\n17:15 – Where to setup a Legacy Contact for your Apple ID\n26:07 – Export iCloud Passwords in macOS Ventura\n27:26 – What is Safety Check on an iPhone?\n29:39 – Review your Sharing and Privacy Settings with Safety Check\n44:54 – Questions & Answers\n48:20 – A peek at my Ecamm Live Setup\n51:44 – Wrap Up URL:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/safety-check-account-recovery-and-legacy-contact-class/ LOCATION:Online Class CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://danstutorials.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/safety-Large-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230223T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230223T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20230126T031407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T022805Z UID:10000205-1677171600-1677175200@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:Ask Me Anything (AMA) Webinar DESCRIPTION:My Ask Me Anything (AMA) Webinars are a great place to learn more about your Apple devices! What is an Ask Me Anything? It’s a webinar where you can ask me anything. If you have a question about your Mac\, iPad\, iPhone\, Apple Watch\, or Apple TV – this is a great place to ask. When you register on the Early Bird Registration\, there will be a place where you can ask your question. I’ll try my best to answer it during the AMA Webinar. \nThe last AMA webinar covered a number of topics\, including disabling log-in item notifications\, speeding up iCloud note syncing\, Dock app movement\, saving screen brightness settings\, stopping the ‘Hide My Email’ suggestion\, Safari webpage notes\, purchasing more than 2TB on iCloud Drive\, removing archived emails\, and adding Live Photo Effects. \n\n\n \n\nTopics Covered include:\n00:00 – Introduction\n02:10 – How can I stop Log In Items Notifications?\n06:21 – Is there a way to speed up iCloud Syncing for Notes?\n10:55 – I can’t move an App on my Dock. Why?\n15:03 – How can I save the Screen Brightness Setting?\n18:23 – Can I stop the ‘Hide My Email’ Suggestion?\n23:20 – When I visit a webpage in Safari\, I see a note. Why?\n27:45 – iCloud Drive question. Can I purchase more than 2TB?\n49:40 – How do I remove Archived emails?\n51:05 – How do I add Live Photos Effects?\n57:08 – Wrap Up URL:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/ask-me-anything-ama-webinar-68/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://danstutorials.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/webinar-front-3.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230302T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230302T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20230126T155515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T022622Z UID:10000208-1677776400-1677780000@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:Collaborating Using Apple Apps Class DESCRIPTION:In this class on Collaboration with Apple Apps\, we learned how to work together with other people using Apple’s apps like Pages\, Keynote\, and Numbers. We also learned how to share things like Reminders and Notes. During the class\, we explored how to make and change documents together\, work on projects at the same time\, and even share folders in iCloud! My goal by the end of the class was to help gain knowledge on how to use Apple’s apps and services to work well with others. If you were able to attend\, I hope you enjoyed the class and found it informative! \n\n\n \n\nChapters and Topics:\n00:00:00 – Introduction\n00:00:39 – About Me\n00:01:53 – What Are We Going To Cover?\n00:03:56 – Which Apple Apps Can We Share and Collaborate With\n00:08:22 – What Are The Requirements For Sharing?\n00:10:43 – My Setup To Demo Apple Collaboration\n00:12:23 – How Basic Sharing Works with Apple Maps\n00:15:37 – How ETA Sharing Works with Apple Maps\n00:17:45 – Demo Of A Grocery List Being Shared In Apple Reminders\n00:21:32 – How Collaboration Works with Apple Numbers\n00:34:22 – How To Setup Sharing And Invite Others\n00:56:28 – How To Share A Folder In iCloud Drive\n01:01:52 – Wrap Up URL:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/collaborating-using-apple-apps-class/ LOCATION:Online Class CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://danstutorials.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/collaboration.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230309T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230309T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20230126T031836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T022429Z UID:10000206-1678381200-1678384800@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:Ask Me Anything (AMA) Webinar DESCRIPTION:My Ask Me Anything (AMA) Webinars are a great place to learn more about your Apple devices! What is an Ask Me Anything? It’s a webinar where you can ask me anything. If you have a question about your Mac\, iPad\, iPhone\, Apple Watch\, or Apple TV – this is a great place to ask. When you register on the Early Bird Registration\, there will be a place where you can ask your question. I’ll try my best to answer it during the AMA Webinar. \nThe webinar covered a range of topics\, from the software used for transcripts to the recent Wall Street Journal report on iPhone passcode vulnerabilities. Dan also shared his thoughts on POP vs IMAP and mail deletions\, as well as practical tips on getting rid of junk mail using SpamSieve. \n\n\n???? This AMA is for members only. Log in if your are member. Sign up to join. \n\nTopics included: \n00:00 – Introduction\n00:47 – What Software do I use for Transcripts?\n05:52 – Thoughts on WSJ Report on iPhone Passcodes Vulnerability\n20:33 – POP vs IMAP and Deletions of Mail\n27:21 – How do I get rid of Junk Mail?\n39:02 – SpamSieve and Junk Mail\n44:36 – I can’t Remove a contact from my Contacts App?\n51:40 – Afterglow\n57:07 – Wrap Up \nLinks for videos and software mentioned in the AMA: \nWall Street Journal Report on iPhone Passcode Vulnerability \nSpam Sieve to help reduce Junk Mail URL:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/ask-me-anything-ama-webinar-69/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://danstutorials.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/webinar-front-3.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230316T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230316T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20230311T165723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T022244Z UID:10000211-1678986000-1678989600@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:Mastering Safari's Reading Features: Enhance Your Reading Experience and Productivity DESCRIPTION:In this class\, I gave a rundown of Safari’s Reading features that are designed to make it easier for you to read articles and web pages. We checked out how these features work on the Mac\, iPad\, and iPhone. \nDuring the session\, we went over how to use Safari’s Reading List to save and organize articles\, and some cool tips and tricks to make your reading experience even better with Reading Mode. We also talked about ways to share articles with others using Apple’s features\, how to customize your Reading preferences\, and how to save web pages as PDFs for offline reading and archiving. We even discussed some common issues that you might run into with these features. \nIf you’re an Apple user looking to take your reading experience to the next level\, this class was perfect for you! \n Reading with Apple Devices Handout\n  URL:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/mastering-apples-reading-features-enhance-your-reading-experience-and-productivity/ LOCATION:Online Class CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://danstutorials.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Reading-Tips-Class.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230323T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230323T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20230224T204148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230323T183231Z UID:10000209-1679590800-1679594400@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:Ask Me Anything (AMA) Webinar DESCRIPTION:CANCELED due to me catching Covid. Sorry.\nMy Ask Me Anything (AMA) Webinars are a great place to learn more about your Apple devices! What is an Ask Me Anything? It’s a webinar where you can ask me anything. If you have a question about your Mac\, iPad\, iPhone\, Apple Watch\, or Apple TV – this is a great place to ask. When you register on the Early Bird Registration\, there will be a place where you can ask your question. I’ll try my best to answer it during the AMA Webinar. \nThis webinar is held live through Zoom. Can’t make it or if you missed something (I can cover a lot in a webinar)\, a recording of the event can be found below within 24 hours of the webinar. \n\nMeeting Schedule: \n\nLobby: Doors Open (Meeting is open) 15 minutes before. I call this the Lobby where we can mingle and greet each other. This portion is not recorded.\nEvent: The event starts at the top of the hour. I will sometimes have about 5 minutes of who I am for new guests before I start on the meeting topic. I try to spend about an hour on the topic. Sometimes this can go a bit longer\, but my goal is to keep it an hour.\nAfterglow: This is more mingling time after the meeting where we can cover different topics. Sometime this is relatively short\, and other times it can be a bit longer.\n\nCANCELED due to me catching Covid. Sorry. URL:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/ask-me-anything-ama-webinar-70/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://danstutorials.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/webinar-front-3.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230330T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230330T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20230312T200710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T191219Z UID:10000216-1680195600-1680199200@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:Unleashing the Power of ChatGPT: AI for Productivity and Creativity DESCRIPTION:In this class\, we explored ChatGPT\, an AI language model developed by OpenAI. We learned how it worked\, its benefits for customer service and content creation\, and how to integrate it into projects. Some examples were shown of how it could be used to look up information\, as well as write and rewrite copy. By the end\, the students had a better understanding of ChatGPT’s potential applications for businesses and individuals. \n Unleashing the Power of ChatGPT HandoutDownload the Handout\n\n\n\n \n\n“Well done\, Dan. Very informative.”\n“Good information\, Dan! Thank you.”\n“Very informative and very interesting thank you.”\n“EYE-OPENING!  Thanks.”\n“Very interesting. Thanks.” URL:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/unleashing-the-power-of-chatgpt-ai-for-productivity-and-creativity/ LOCATION:Online Class CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://danstutorials.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/chatgpt-class-2.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230406T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230406T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20230312T192716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T021748Z UID:10000214-1680800400-1680804000@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:Ask Me Anything (AMA) Webinar DESCRIPTION:The Ask Me Anything (AMA) Webinars are a great place to learn more about Apple devices! What is an Ask Me Anything? It was a webinar where you could ask anything. If you had a question about your Mac\, iPad\, iPhone\, Apple Watch\, or Apple TV – this was a great place to ask. When you registered on the Early Bird Registration\, there was a place where you could ask your question. Dan tried his best to answer it during the AMA Webinar. \nThe webinar was held live through Zoom. If you couldn’t make it or if you missed something (Dan could cover a lot in a webinar)\, a recording of the event could be found below within 24 hours of the webinar. \n\n\n???? This AMA is for members only. Log in if your are member. Sign up to join. \n\nTopics covered include: \n\n00:32 – Introduction\n01:07 – How to move Music Libraries (I fumbled through this)\n13:31 – How to move the Music Library Take 2\n28:19 – How to Change Screen Resolution Easily\n39:21 – How to connect Airpods to an Apple TV (another fumble)\n44:06 – Can I do anything about Spam?\n\nShow notes: \n\nSwitch Music Libraries on a Mac: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT210230\nConnecting Bluetooth devices (AirPods) to an Apple TV: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT205302\nAirTag Tracking: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212227\nSetting up AirTags: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT210973\nPSA: The Portland MUG General Meeting is this coming Monday\, April 10. The main presentation topic is Apple’s PREVIEW app. Go to this page if interested\, then ask for a free invite for this Zoom meeting: https://pmug.org/event/general-meeting-topic-tbd-april-10th-630-pm/ URL:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/ask-me-anything-ama-webinar-71/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://danstutorials.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/webinar-front-3.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230413T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230413T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20230312T185648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T142526Z UID:10000212-1681405200-1681408800@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:Safari Mastery: Tips and Tricks for Efficient Web Browsing with Safari on the Mac DESCRIPTION:Are you tired of feeling like you’re not getting the most out of your internet browsing experience on the Mac? Do you wish you could streamline your web browsing process and make it more efficient? Join my comprehensive class on how to use Safari\, Apple’s web browser\, like a pro with your Mac. \nIn this class\, we covered all the main features of Safari on the Mac\, as well as offered tips and tricks to make your web browsing experience more productive and enjoyable. \nWhether you’re new to using Safari or just looking to improve your skills\, this class is for you. I guide you through each step\, so you can get the most out of your browsing experience. You’ll come away with a better understanding of how to use Safari to its fullest potential and be able to browse the internet like a pro. \nSign up now for for this class and take the first step towards becoming a more efficient and effective internet user. \n\n\n \n\nTopics Covered:\n00:00:00 – Introduction\n00:01:41 – Presentation Outline\n00:04:15 – About Me\n00:05:57 – What is Safari and how it Differs from Chrome\n00:06:26 – The Different Types of Web Engines\n00:09:13 – How do they Differ\n00:16:05 – An Overview of Safari’s Interface on the Mac\n00:26:28 – A look at Tabs in Safari on the Mac\n00:32:05 – How to Manage Bookmarks in Safari on the Mac\n00:42:07 – A Closer look at Tab Groups in Safari on the Mac\n00:50:55 – How to View Safari’s Browser History\n00:53:43 – Reading Lists and Reader Mode\n00:57:23 – Autofill for Usernames and Passwords in Safari\n01:00:04 – Customize Safari’s Start Page\n01:02:16 – Safari’s Settings or Preferences\n01:11:15 – Installing and Managing Safari Extensions\n01:18:49 – How to Search a specific Web Page with Safari\n01:29:45 – Wrap Up URL:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/safari-mastery-tips-and-tricks-for-efficient-web-browsing/ LOCATION:Online Class CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://danstutorials.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/safari-class.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230420T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230420T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20230312T193741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T190617Z UID:10000215-1682010000-1682013600@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:Ask Me Anything (AMA) Webinar DESCRIPTION:During this Ask Me Anything (AMA) webinar\, I covered a variety of topics related to Apple devices. These included tips on how to remove apps and accounts like TikTok\, not just hide them\, and how to make the iPhone default to the numbers keyboard (you can’t). I also shared some suggestions for keeping up on app updates\, which can be overwhelming for many Apple device users. \nFurthermore\, I talked about the use of CleanMyMac X and Malwarebytes\, two popular software tools used for keeping Apple devices clean and free of malware. Additionally\, I addressed a common issue that many users encounter – how to keep iMessage in sync on all devices with the same Apple ID. \nAnother topic that we covered was how to show favorites in Safari’s start page\, which can be a useful feature for users who visit certain websites frequently. Additionally\, I provided some helpful guidance on how to test the cord to a MacBook Air to see if it is charging properly. \nTowards the end of the AMA\, I covered on whether it is safe to use a personal device to access inflight airline entertainment. To wrap things up\, I shared a fun tip on using emojis for text and then held an open Q&A session where attendees could ask any remaining questions they had. Overall\, this AMA webinar was a fantastic opportunity for Apple device users to learn more about their devices\, get answers to their burning questions\, and have a great time while doing it. \n\n\n \n\nChapters:\n00:00:00 – Introduction\n00:01:35 – How to remove\, not just hide\, apps like TikTok?\n00:07:05 – Can you make the iPhone default to the numbers keyboard?\n00:12:09 – Do you have a suggestion for keeping up on App updates?\n00:17:04 – Do you use CleanMyMac X and/or Malwarebytes?\n00:22:40 – How do I keep iMessage in sync on all devices with same Apple ID?\n00:31:13 – How can I show my Favorites in Safari’s Start Page?\n00:32:59 – How do I test the cord to my MacBook Air to see that it is charging?\n00:38:49 – Is it safe to access inflight airline entertainment?\n00:44:32 – Tip: Emoji’s for Text\n00:52:44 – Open Q&A\n01:17:39 – Wrap Up \n\nShow Notes and Links\n\nShow notes and links are available for members only. URL:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/ask-me-anything-ama-webinar-72/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://danstutorials.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/webinar-front-3.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230427T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230427T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20230312T191657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T222400Z UID:10000213-1682614800-1682618400@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:Safari Mastery: Tips and Tricks for Efficient Web Browsing on the iPad and iPhone DESCRIPTION:Are you tired of feeling like you’re not getting the most out of your internet browsing experience on the iPad or iPhone? Do you wish you could streamline your web browsing process and make it more efficient? Join my comprehensive class on how to use Safari\, Apple’s web browser\, like a pro with your iPad and iPhone.\n\nIn this class\, we’ll cover all the main features of Safari on the iPad and iPhone\, as well as offer tips and tricks to make your web browsing experience more productive and enjoyable.\n\nWhether you’re new to using Safari or just looking to improve your skills\, this class is for you. I’ll guide you through each step\, so you can get the most out of your browsing experience. You’ll come away with a better understanding of how to use Safari to its fullest potential and be able to browse the internet like a pro.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChapters (the list is long as we covered a lot):\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:00:00 – Introduction\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:00:36 – What We Are Going To Cover\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:01:55 – Comparing Safari’s Layout on the iPad & iPhone to the Mac\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:07:05 – Working with the Address Bar on the iPad\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:09:27 – Working with the Address Bar on the iPhone\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:11:17 – Dictate a Search Term to Safari\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:14:13 – Using the iPhone’s Keyboard as a Trackpad\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:18:12 – Move the Address Bar to the Top on the iPhone\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:21:33 – Questions on the Layout and Address Bar\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:22:53 – View Options for Safari on the iPad and iPhone\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:23:23 – Open Links in the Background Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:24:27 – Open Links in the Background on the iPad\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:25:55 – Open Links in the Background on the iPhone\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:26:54 – Set the Zoom Level of a Web Page\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:31:32 – How to Search a Web Page in Safari on the iPhone\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:34:36 – How to Search a Web Page in Safari on the iPad\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:35:36 – Desktop Class Browsing\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:39:09 – How to Download Files in Safari on the iPhone\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:41:18 – How to Download Files in Safari on the iPad\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:43:01 – Questions on Viewing Web Pages in Safari\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:44:18 – Reader Mode in Safari on the iPad\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:46:27 – Reader Mode in Safari on the iPhone\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:48:54 – What the Reading List is in Safari\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:51:56 – How the Reading List works on the iPad\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:53:13 – How the Reading List works on the iPhone\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:54:23 – How to Manage Bookmarks on the iPhone\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:55:47 – How to Manage Bookmarks on the iPad\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:56:34 – View your History in Safari on the iPad\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:57:23 – View your History in Safari on the iPhone\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:58:20 – Working with Tabs in Safari on the iPad\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 00:59:16 – Working with Tabs in Safari on the iPhone\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 01:00:34 – How to Close all your Tabs in Safari on the iPhone\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 01:01:52 – How to Close all your Tabs in Safari on the iPad\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 01:02:26 – Have Safari Close Tabs Automatically\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 01:03:26 – Working with Tab Groups in Safari on the iPad\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 01:06:02 – Working with Tab Groups in Safari on the iPhone\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 01:07:02 – Working with Private Windows in Safari on the iPad\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 01:08:12 – Working with Private Windows in Safari on the iPhone\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 01:09:43 – Open Multiple Windows with Safari on the iPad\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 01:11:43 – Separate Tab Bar vs. Compact Tab Bar in Safari on the iPad\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 01:13:33 – How to Customize the Safari’s Start Page on the iPad\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 01:14:24 – How to Customize the Safari’s Start Page on the iPhone\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 01:15:56 – A Look at Safari’s Settings on the iPad\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 01:20:33 – A Look at Safari’s Settings on the iPhone\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n 01:22:52 – Questions and Wrap Up URL:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/safari-mastery-tips-and-tricks-for-efficient-web-browsing-on-the-ipad-and-iphone/ LOCATION:Online Class CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://danstutorials.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/iphone-safari-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230504T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230504T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20230416T154057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T164553Z UID:10000217-1683219600-1683223200@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:Ask Me Anything (AMA) Webinar DESCRIPTION:This “Ask Me Anything” webinar on May 4 was a fun-filled\, informative session that covered a range of topics related to Apple devices and software. We started with the question of how to transfer an iPhoto library to Photos\, and then moved on to the ever-important topic of printer drivers on the Mac. The webinar also took a lighthearted approach to discussing the best password manager options available vs the easiest password manager. We also explored the world of passkeys and how they can help keep your accounts secure. \nSharing photo albums with friends and family was also on the agenda. And we ended with an open forum for participants to ask whatever questions came to mind\, resulting in a lively and engaging session for all. \nOverall\, the webinar was a great opportunity to learn and connect with fellow Apple enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n\nTopics Covered \n\n00:00 – Introduction\n00:13 – A look at my New Camera\n04:06 – How to Transfer or Import an iPhoto Library to Photos\n12:28 – What is the status of Printer Drivers on the Mac?\n19:48 – What is the bets/easiest Password Manager?\n24:16 – What are Passkeys?\n40:47 – How can I share Photo Albums?\n50:27 – Open Questions\n\nShow Notes and Links\n \nShow notes and links are available for members only. URL:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/ask-me-anything-ama-webinar-73/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://danstutorials.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/webinar-front-3.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230518T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230518T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20230505T135714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230519T155533Z UID:10000218-1684429200-1684432800@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:Ask Me Anything (AMA) Webinar DESCRIPTION:In this Ask Me Anything\, I discussed several topics related to Apple products\, including how to change the email address associated with an Apple ID\, how to add events to a calendar\, how to optimize and speed up a Mac\, how to transfer photos from an iPhone to a Mac\, and recommendations for antivirus software. The session ended with an open Q&A where I took open questions. I hope you find it helpful! \n \n \nOnly Members can View this replay of my AMA. Log in if you are member. Not a member? Sign up today! \n \nTopics Covered: \n\n00:00 – Introduction\n01:14 – How can you change the email address your Apple ID uses?\n06:51 – How to I add your Events to my Calendar?\n31:13 – How can I optimize or Speed up My Mac?\n43:13 – What is the Best Way to Transfer Photos from an iPhone to a Mac?\n48:20 – Can you Save Stage Manager Presets?\n53:07 – What Antivirus software do you recommend?\n54:19 – Open Q&A\n\nShow Notes \n\nLink to how to change your email address for your Apple ID\nClean My Mac Software\nHow to Reset your SMC\nHow to Reset your NVRAM (PRAM) URL:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/ask-me-anything-ama-webinar-74/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://danstutorials.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/webinar-front-3.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230608T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230608T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20230522T150908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T205608Z UID:10000220-1686243600-1686247200@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:Post-WWDC Webinar: Exploring the Latest Apple Updates and Advancements DESCRIPTION:During the presentation\, I covered some of my favorite features in the latest versions of Apple’s operating systems\, including iOS 17\, iPadOS 17\, and macOS Sonoma. For instance\, I highlighted the improved multitasking capabilities in iPadOS 17\, which allow users to work more efficiently and seamlessly across multiple apps. Additionally\, I discussed the the new Messages and Reminders features in iOS 17\, as well as some of my other favorite features. \nIn addition to these updates\, I also talked about Apple Vision Pro\, a powerful new tool for developers that allows them to create sophisticated computer vision applications using the latest machine learning techniques. I explained how this technology is different from other similar tools\, such as Oculus Quest\, and how it can be used to build innovative new products that solve real-world problems. \nOverall\, I was impressed by all the new updates and advancements that Apple has made. I look forward to seeing how these technologies will be used in the future to create even more amazing products and services. \n \n \nHelp support more videos and presentations like this. Sign up today! \n \nShow Notes \n\nmacOS Sonoma Preview\niPadOS 17 Preview\niOS 17 Preview\nwatchOS 10 Preview\nApple Pro Vision URL:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/wwdc-thoughts/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://danstutorials.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/even-a-dull-october-apple-event-is-worth-watching.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230727T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230727T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20230724T134622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T213637Z UID:10000221-1690477200-1690480800@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:Ask Me Anything (AMA) Webinar DESCRIPTION:Got Apple Tech Questions? Watch My Ask Me Anything from July 27\, 2023. These AMA\,s are where I answer your questions about Apple devices and software. In this last session on July 27th\, 2023\, we covered topics like troubleshooting Wi-Fi connectivity\, debugging Safari browser issues\, fixing iMessage syncing problems\, understanding VPNs on iPad\, and backing up photos with iCloud. Bring your Apple tech questions and I’ll share my tips for getting the most out of your iPhone\, iPad\, Mac and more. I look forward to seeing you at the next AMA! \n \n \n \n \nTopics Covered: \n\n00:00:00 – Introduction\n00:00:52 – Is it worth it to renew Backblaze?\n00:03:56 – How do I backup Photos in iCloud?\n00:16:11 – Disconnect Wi-Fi when I leave my house\n00:26:57 – Safari isn’t loading pages fully. Why?\n00:33:22 – My Messages aren’t syncing. Why?\n00:34:50 – I can’t delete an email in my Junk folder. Why?\n00:36:46 – I want my Messages to to my Phone only. How?\n00:40:06 – How Does VPN Work on an iPad?\n00:52:23 – What is Setapp?\n00:54:34 – General Q&A\n01:05:30 – Wrap Up\n\nSummary\nWritten by ai and may contain inaccuracies. \n\nAddressing Website Issues and Apple Announcement\nThe meeting started out with a discussion on Apple’s recent product announcement\, with a focus on the emphasis on artificial intelligence and the need for users to upgrade to access new features. Lastly\, they discussed the strategic implications of these changes and had a Q&A session on WWDC\, with Dan leading the discussion and encouraging support for his tutorial videos. \n\n\nApple Intelligence and AI Apps Discussion\nDan discussed Apple’s shift towards AI\, known as ‘Apple Intelligence’\, and its implications for app developers. He highlighted the integration of AI into the OS for improved processing and privacy protection\, and revealed Apple’s partnership with ChatGPT and potential future collaborations with Google and others. Due to the EU’s strict privacy laws\, Apple would not immediately roll out this feature in the EU. Dan also demonstrated the functionality of an AI app he uses\, which improves responses by understanding the user’s context and identity\, and explained a new technology that uses AI to provide expert assistance based on user profiles. The discussion also touched on the evolution of AI\, with a focus on neural networks\, and the potential for AI to learn users’ personal preferences to offer more relevant results. \n\n\nAI Integration and Apple’s Privacy Policy\nMichael and Dan discussed the integration of AI with Apple’s privacy policy. Dan clarified that Apple’s AI feature\, coming with their new iOS 18\, does not compromise user privacy as Apple is committed to keeping users’ data secure. He added that the new AI feature would not be available on older devices due to processing limitations\, and users would need an iPhone 15 Pro or newer to access it. Dan also compared Apple’s strategy with its previous focus on a single app\, like the iPhone\, and its impact on other app development. Lastly\, he mentioned the upcoming update to the mail program with AI features\, but noted that this feature would not be available until the fall. \n\n\nPivot Tables\, Categories\, and Safari Tips\nDan instructed Bob on how to use pivot tables\, specifically explaining how to categorize data effectively. He demonstrated how to add categories like age range and decade of birth for easier grouping and counting of individuals in each category. Michael and Paul provided input\, emphasizing the importance of understanding the age distribution. Additionally\, Dan shared a tip from his colleague\, Alyce\, about solving Safari’s issue with certain websites by turning off extensions before resorting to deleting the browser cache or history. The team also briefly discussed their preferences between Safari and Chrome. \n\n\nSafari vs Chrome Comparison and Testing Recommendations\nDan provided a detailed comparison between Safari and Google Chrome\, highlighting their respective strengths and weaknesses\, with a focus on performance\, battery usage\, and privacy. He suggested that users considering Chrome should explore alternatives like Edge for better efficiency and battery consumption. Ward expressed a concern about website developers not testing their sites on Safari\, prompting Dan to recommend testing websites across different browsers to avoid errors. The topic of Apple Pay versus Google Pay was left open for further discussion. \n\n\nAddressing Automatic Email Archiving Issue\nDan addressed an issue with emails being automatically archived instead of being deleted when marked as trash on Todd’s iPhone. He highlighted that this could be due to the settings of Todd’s email account and provided a detailed walkthrough on how to adjust these settings. Dan clarified the difference between archiving and deleting emails\, emphasizing that the former keeps the emails indefinitely while the latter removes them after 30 days. He also stressed that the archiving process happens on the email service provider’s server\, not on the user’s device or in iCloud. Finally\, he advised testing the settings by deleting an email to see whether it is archived or deleted as per the setup. \n\n\niPad Document Saving and Folder Management\nDan clarified to Kevin that on an iPad\, newly created documents are automatically saved in their respective app folders\, such as Pages\, Numbers\, or Microsoft Word. However\, users can move these files to other folders if needed\, using the Files app. This was a change implemented by Apple to allow users more control over their documents\, as opposed to the earlier approach where documents could only be saved within their respective app. Dan demonstrated this process using the Pages app and explained that initial document creation occurs through the app itself. \n\n\nTransferring Video Files to iPad and Storage\nKevin and Dan discussed the process of transferring video files from external drives to an iPad. Dan guided Kevin through the steps of accessing and downloading files from Dropbox to the iPad via the Files app\, making the process easier. They also discussed the organization of data storage on iPads\, with Dan explaining that the iPad’s internal storage functions as a separate hard drive while cloud services like iCloud\, Dropbox\, and Onedrive provide additional storage. Dan clarified that hidden files can’t be accessed directly on the iPad and suggested using a third-party app to view them. They also discussed the need for Kevin to have Dropbox installed on his iPad and logged in to access his files. \n\n\nSite Transfer and AirPods Troubleshooting \n\nDan shared his plan to transfer a site to a new server and expected the one-to-ones to be operational again in a couple of weeks after resolving current issues. There was a discussion about the occasional static noise issue with AirPods\, which Dan and Chrys both experienced. Dan suggested replacing the AirPods\, but no clear solution was found. He proposed troubleshooting methods including unpairing and re-pairing\, and restoring to factory settings. Bob brought up the importance of updating the AirPods’ firmware\, which Dan confirmed as crucial and could be done automatically via the Apple AirPods software. Dan committed to sharing a link to assist with checking for the latest firmware version. \n\n\n\nAI Resources for Pass Keys and Tutorials \n\nDan shared his method of utilizing AI to find various resources on pass keys\, including Apple’s support\, Fido\, The Verge\, Google Security\, and Microsoft Azure. He also emphasized that the best explanation of pass keys is subjective\, and he found The Verge and TechRadar to be useful sources. URL:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/ask-me-anything-ama-webinar-75/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://danstutorials.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/webinar-front-3.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230810T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230810T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20230728T191110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T200721Z UID:10000223-1691686800-1691690400@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:iOS 17 Sneak Peek: What's New for iPhone Users DESCRIPTION:Join me for an in-depth look at the new features coming in iOS 17 for iPhone. In this webinar\, you’ll learn how to take advantage of powerful customization options to showcase your personality when making calls\, how to find what you need faster with the new App Tray in Messages\, finely tune searches to find info quickly in Messages\, make widgets more useful with interactivity\, securely share passwords with trusted contacts\, tailor your web browsing experience with Safari User Profiles\, categorize your grocery lists with Sections\, connect your notes for deeper insights\, and more. If you want to get the most out of your iPhone when iOS 17 drops\, don’t miss this info-packed webinar on the latest and greatest features. \nChapters: \n00:00:00 – Introduction\n00:00:32 – My Thoughts on iOS 17\n00:02:11 – About Mea\n00:03:57 – Interactive Widgets\n00:08:10 – Standby Mode when in Landscape\n00:13:34 – Sections and Grocery Lists in Reminders\n00:29:45 – Link Notes and Better PDF Viewing in Notes\n00:42:01 – New App Tray and Better Search in Messages\n00:48:54 – Password Sharing\n00:57:52 – Safari Profiles\n01:05:18 – Mental Well Being in the Health App\n01:08:23 – Personalize our Contacts\n01:10:38 – Wrap Up URL:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/ios-17-sneak-peek-whats-new-for-iphone-users/ CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://danstutorials.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/740bc5fe-058d-4b52-bc07-b5cffbd8fbf6.jpg LOCATION:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/ios-17-sneak-peek-whats-new-for-iphone-users/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230817T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230817T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20230728T165658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T144829Z UID:10000222-1692291600-1692295200@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:Ask Me Anything Webinar DESCRIPTION:In this 1 hour Zoom session recorded on Thursday\, August 17th 2023\, I covered topics including iPad multitasking\, adding cards to the Wallet app\, removing contacts in Messages\, turning off Widgets in macOS\, understanding Calendar time zones\, clearing browsing history\, Apple Pencil compatibility\, using a Mac with a TV\, getting CarPlay set up\, and more. \nChapters: \n\n00:00 – Introduction and announcement of my next live event\n00:03 – Explaining the dock/multitasking bar on iPad\n00:10 – Steps for adding rewards/gift cards to the iOS Wallet\n00:16 – Removing unwanted contacts from the Messages app\n00:20 – Turning off Widgets on Mac desktops\n00:23 – How time zones work in Apple Calendar\n00:28 – Deleting cookies/browsing history on Apple devices\n00:34 – Compatibility of Apple Pencil with iPhone\n00:38 – Using a Mac with a TV via Zoom\n00:53 – Checking CarPlay compatibility with your vehicle\n01:01 – Wrap up and thanks\n\nLinks Mentioned: \n\nTinkerTool\nMacs Compatible with macOS Sonoma\nApple’s Accessibility Page\n\nThanks for joining and your questions! URL:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/ask-me-anything-webinar/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://danstutorials.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/webinar-front-3.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230907T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230907T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20230817T184753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T204723Z UID:10000224-1694106000-1694109600@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:Ask Me Anything Webinar DESCRIPTION:I recently hosted an interactive Ask Me Anything (AMA) webinar where I engaged with attendees and answered their questions on a variety of Apple-related topics. During the wide-ranging session\, I covered tips\, tricks\, and insights on using Apple devices and services\, expectations for upcoming products and events\, recommendations for troubleshooting common issues\, and responses to several attendee questions. Key highlights from the AMA include: \n\nHow to connect your iPhone to your car’s Bluetooth system to play music.\nTroubleshooting an older MacBook that was running low on storage space.\nA discussion of the email app Spark\, including its AI and automation features compared to Apple’s Mail app.\nTips for finding and merging duplicate contacts on an iPhone.\nExpectations for Apple’s upcoming product event\, particularly rumors about camera improvements to the iPhone 15 like 5-10x optical zoom.\nHow to set up text replacements on Mac\, iPad\, and iPhone to quickly insert emojis or commonly used phrases.\n\nI want to thank everyone for joining me – Thanks! URL:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/ask-me-anything-webinar-2/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://danstutorials.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/webinar-front-3.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230914T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230914T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20230908T145822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230915T214224Z UID:10000225-1694710800-1694714400@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:"Wonderlust" - A Wrap Up and Discussion on Apple's Latest Event DESCRIPTION:I recently held an online event covering Apple’s latest product announcements including the new Apple Watch Series 9 and iPhone 15 models. I shared my thoughts on the key details. This included the move to USB-C\, satellite connectivity for roadside assistance\, new camera upgrades with the 48MP Main camera\, and more. Whether you’re an Apple fan or just tech curious\, this presentation got you up to speed on everything Apple just announced. I also took questions during the presentation. \nTopics covered include: \n\nDiscussed the new Apple Watch Ultra model\, including the brighter display\, longer battery life\, and new Action button (10:00)\nCovered Apple’s increased focus on environmentally friendly manufacturing and materials\, like recycled aluminum and titanium (13:00)\nCompared the capabilities of the standard iPhone 15 models versus the Pro models (29:00)\nExplained the new smoother contoured edges on the iPhone 15 models (30:00)\nCovered Apple’s trade-in offers and carrier deals for the new iPhones (1:12:00)\nProvided tips on when it makes sense to upgrade based on if camera upgrades are important to you (1:14:00)\nDiscussed whether the new features are compelling enough for people to upgrade from older iPhone models (1:15:00) URL:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/wonderlust-a-wrap-up-of-apples-latest-event/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://danstutorials.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/wonderlust.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230921T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230921T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20230915T192027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230922T192642Z UID:10000226-1695315600-1695319200@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:Ask Me Anything Webinar DESCRIPTION:In this AMA or Ask Me Anything\, where I answer questions on various Apple hardware and software\, I covered blocking ads on iPad\, recommendations for free password manager apps similar to 1Password\, feelings on the future of AR/VR technology\, avoiding the fishbowl effect in photos\, transferring passwords from Passwords Plus to Keychain\, embedding YouTube video URLs in Pages\, an overview of Setapp apps\, and more. See if I answered any questions you have! \nTopics Covered in this AMA: \n\n00:00:00 – Introduction\n00:01:13 – What Are These AMA’s?\n00:02:31 – Is there a way to block ads on an iPad?\n00:12:29 – Have you tried any IR/AR glasses or goggles like Xreal?\n00:23:34 – PDF’s Download Automatically on my iPad Sometimes. Why?\n00:30:01 – Are there similar apps to 1 Password that are free?\n00:34:39 – Please talk about your feelings on future of vision pro-AR VR etc.\n00:38:05 – Do you have recommendations for Screenshot Apps?\n00:48:17 – How can I avoid the Fishbowl effect in Photos?\n00:52:16 – How do I move Passwords from Passwords Plus to Keychain?\n00:59:58 – How do you place the url of a music other YouTube-video? Part 1\n01:02:35 – What is the best PDF Editor for the Mac?\n01:04:45 – Can you use Calculations in Pages like in Numbers?\n01:05:45 – How do you place the url of a music other YouTube-video? Part 2\n01:09:54 – Play: Save Videos Watch Later App\n01:17:54 – A Look at Setapp Apps\n01:19:03 – My Favorite Setapp Apps\n01:27:20 – Hide My Email\n01:31:18 – Wrap Up\n\nAffiliate Link for Setapp: https://setapp.sjv.io/k0kMy3 URL:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/ask-me-anything-webinar-3/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://danstutorials.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/webinar-front-3.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230928T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230928T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20230922T205335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T201011Z UID:10000227-1695920400-1695924000@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:Take Control of Your Inbox: Why I Switched from Apple Mail to Spark Mail DESCRIPTION:Learn about Spark 3 Mail app in this video from a presentation I hosted where I took an in-depth look at the powerful features in Spark 3 for Mac\, iPad\, and iPhone. I have been using Spark Mail for several years now and it has helped me stay on top of my email. \nWhat we’d cover? I started out with an overview of Spark 3’s smart inbox for categorizing and unifying emails\, priority inbox\, email snoozing\, sender grouping\, and use of AI. We dove into customizing Spark’s home screen\, using email templates\, creating email links\, and a tour of Spark’s settings. I also compared Spark versions\, pricing\, and discussed how Spark can help achieve inbox zero. Throughout the video\, I answered common questions about Spark from the audience on topics like Gatekeeper\, archiving\, rules\, platform availability\, organizing mail\, setup on iPad\, folder syncing\, text size\, Setapp support\, and more. \nFind out how Spark Mail helps me stay on top of my email! \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nTopics and Questions: \n\n\n\n00:00 Introduction\n00:25 About Me\n01:07 What We are Going to Cover\n05:37 Gatekeeper for Emails from Unknown People\n09:44 Smart Inbox – Email Categorization\n13:24 Smart Inbox – Unified Inbox\n15:30 Priority Emails\n18:25 Hide Emails when Snoozed\n21:10 Group Emails from Same Sender\n23:54 Question: Gatekeeper\n26:52 Question: Archiving Mail in Spark 3\n28:26 Question: Does Spark have Rules?\n32:49 Question: Is Spark on the iPad and iPhone?\n33:32 Question: Organize by Date\n35:46 Question: How to Setup Spark on an iPad\n40:03 Question: Does it sync folders?\n45:59 Question: Can you change the size of the text in Spark?\n46:00 Spark’s Home Screen\n47:35 Set Home Screen and Snooze Schedules\n49:37 Spark Mail and Ai\n55:48 Question: Spark and Setapp\n57:57 Spark’s Command Center\n01:01:24 Mail Templates\n01:03:12 Create Links to an Email\n01:05:40 A Look at Spark’s Settings\n01:09:15 Spark Update Schedule\n01:09:26 Helps me get to Inbox Zero\n01:09:55 Question: Does Spark support On My Mac Folders?\n01:09:55 Question: Does Spark support On My Mac Folders?\n01:11:21 What I don’t like about Spark 3\n01:15:15 Spark ai vs Spark Classic vs Spark 3\n01:20:15 Differences between the Free vs Paid Version\n01:26:35 Question: What is Setapp?\n01:38:53 Wrap Up & Final Thoughts\n\n\n\n▶︎ Affiliate Link for Spark Mail through Setapp: If you’d like to try Spark 3 Mail and other Apple apps\, sign up through SetApp. They have over 200 apps available at a low cost and a 7 day free trial. I personally am a member. https://setapp.sjv.io/c/4817649/1808981/5114 URL:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/take-control-of-your-inbox-why-i-switched-from-apple-mail-to-spark-mail/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://danstutorials.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/sparkmail.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231005T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231005T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20230929T162836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231007T013133Z UID:10000228-1696525200-1696528800@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:Ask Me Anything Webinar DESCRIPTION:Join me for an exclusive Ask Me Anything (AMA) webinar on all things Apple! I’ll be answering your questions about Apple products and services. I’ll share tips and tricks for using your Apple devices to their full potential. \n\n\n \n \nChapters:\n\nChapter 1: Introduction (00:00 – 01:25)\nChapter 2: iPad Recommendations (01:25 – 06:20)\nChapter 3: Installing macOS on Older Macs (06:20 – 15:15)\nChapter 4: Ad Blockers in Safari (15:15 – 20:35)\nChapter 5: Safari Profiles (20:35 – 29:10)\nChapter 6: Compressing PDFs (29:10 – 55:15)\nChapter 7: Scanning Issues on Epson Scanners (55:15 – 1:16:10)\nChapter 8: Wrap Up (1:16:10 – 1:25:20)\n\n\nSummary of AMA\nThis AI-generated summary may contain inaccuracies. It is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered authoritative. Please consult the original presentation for accuracy.\n\n\n\nSoftware and App Solutions Discussion \n\nDan and Betty discussed their software and app usage\, with particular attention to Adobe Pro and its cost. Betty mentioned she had found a potential solution involving additional apps\, while Dan recommended a suite that includes Nitro Pro. They also discussed a recent issue with a registration field in an event Dan was organizing. Meanwhile\, Dan and Edward discussed Zoom’s new AI feature\, with Dan planning to test it during their meeting. \n\n\n\nElgato Setup and Q&A With Dan \n\nDan showcased and discussed his video setup which included Elgato products such as lights and a camera. He made adjustments to the setup based on the season and was planning to set up his camera soon. Edward suggested that Dan should share his setup in a future session\, which Dan agreed to do. Dan also mentioned that he has been gradually adding more elements to his setup and was satisfied with its current state. In addition\, he hosted an open question and answer session where he discussed various topics including how to install Mac OS on an older Mac\, replacing an iPad with iPad OS 17\, and the differences between different iPads. Dan also shared his recommendations based on users’ needs. \n\n\n\nComparing Apple’s iPads: Pro\, Air\, and Regular \nDan compared the different types of iPads offered by Apple\, focusing on the iPad Pro\, iPad Air\, and the iPad. He advised against purchasing the iPad Mini\, considering its size similar to the regular iPad\, but more expensive. He highlighted the differences in price\, size\, display\, and features\, such as the camera\, anti-reflective coating\, and the M1 chip\, between the iPad Air and the other models. Dan also discussed the home button location on the iPad and its impact on the display. \n\n\nExploring Open Core Legacy Patch for Older Macs \n\nDan presented his research on an open core legacy patch for older versions of Mac\, which could potentially enable the installation of macOS on older Macs that don’t support it. However\, he clarified that this solution isn’t suitable for all Mac models and advised users to consult a specific website for further instructions. There was also a discussion about software compatibility with newer operating systems\, with Dan noting that while Apple supports older versions of Mac OS\, their newer software often renders older machines obsolete. Bruce raised a question about running software from 20 years ago on a 64-bit Windows\, but Dan didn’t provide an answer\, leaving an open question about the compatibility of 64-bit and 32-bit Windows. \n\n\n\nOS Upgrade Compatibility and Security Concerns for Older Macs \n\nBruce and Dan discussed the potential compatibility issues that might arise from upgrading the operating system on older Mac devices. Dan emphasized the importance of keeping up with security updates despite potential issues with older systems. George raised concerns about the risks of going too far back with operating systems due to security vulnerabilities. Dan shared his experience with older devices and demonstrated the use of safari profiles on Mac. He also presented a new feature that involves a video he created for Chrome users\, showcasing a feature of Apple’s ICloud Passwords that works with Chrome-based browsers like Brave or Google Chrome. The feature involves a third-party extension made by Apple\, not a third party. There were no questions or comments from the attendees following Dan’s presentation. \n\n\n\niPhone 15 Pro: Protective Cases and USB Cables \n\nGeorge discussed his plans to purchase an iPhone 15 pro and sought recommendations for a protective case. Dan\, Tom\, and Chrys suggested various options\, with Dan favoring the Rhino Shield due to its slim design. George also inquired about a USB cable for car play\, sparking a discussion about the varying quality and labeling of USB cables\, with Dan emphasizing the importance of choosing a reputable brand. Bruce shared that he purchased a compatible USB cable on Amazon for his iPhone 15 pro. \n\n\n\nEmail Scam\, Phone Cases\, and Zoom Summaries \n\nDan and Janet discussed a problem Janet was having with a scam email appearing in her Hotmail Calendar without her subscription. Dan suggested several steps for Janet to try and delete the email. Tom shared a new series of phone cases called Mag Safe by Otterbox\, which Bruce confirmed he also had and found effective. The group discussed the use of Zoom’s summary feature\, with Dan enabling it for their meeting and planning to share the summary on his site. George brought up the question of the difference in features between computers and mobile devices\, to which Dan responded that he would provide an update on the summary feature at the end of the meeting. \n\n\n\nExploring Ad Blockers and PDF Compression Tools \n\nDan discussed his experiences with ad blockers and PDF compression tools. He expressed his preference for the PDF compression tool within Sudap\, mentioning its customizable compression profiles\, and his use of an ad blocker called Adlock\, which he found effective on his iPhone\, iPad\, and Mac. Dan also noted that mixed results were found with ad blockers\, encouraging others to share their experiences with ad blockers. \n\n\n\nReducing PDF File Sizes Discussed \n\nDan and Bruce discussed methods for reducing file sizes in PDFs. Dan demonstrated using Preview to compress a large 59MB PDF to 25MB\, and then a second time to 21MB. Bruce mentioned saving and exporting files\, and Dan clarified the process of using the option key to access the save as feature in Preview. The discussion concluded without a final resolution on how to further reduce the file size. \n\n\n\nFile Size Reduction Test Results \n\nDan and Bruce discussed the use of a program to reduce file size. They tested the program on a large image file\, with Dan using the ‘P.Df Squeezer’ tool to compress the file significantly. They also used the built-in preview app on a Mac to further reduce the file size. Finally\, they tested the compressed file on a large keynote file provided by Barry\, reducing its size from 50MB to 16.8MB. All participants expressed satisfaction with the results. \n\n\n\nOptimizing Keynote Files: Reduce and Compress \n\nDan provided advice to reduce file sizes in Keynote presentations. He highlighted the use of gradients and multiple colors\, which take up extra space and can make files larger. He demonstrated how to compress a file in Keynote\, and also explained that reducing file sizes might involve trimming large images or movies within the presentation. Chrys expressed concern about large Pdf files causing issues when sent via email\, and Dan suggested using Open and Preview as a solution. Barry was encouraged to try reducing his file sizes to under 10MB. \n\n\n\nSetting Up Safari Profiles for Personal and Work Life \n\nDan demonstrated how to set up profiles in Safari. He explained that profiles are useful for creating different accounts for different aspects of life\, such as personal and work. He further explained how to install updates for Safari\, including on older versions of Ventura. Dan also highlighted that with these profiles\, one can have different bookmarks and favorites for each specific area. \n\n\n\nLogging Into Multiple Site Accounts \n\nDan demonstrated how to log into the same site using different accounts\, which can be beneficial for troubleshooting or managing multiple accounts. He explained that this feature is particularly useful for website developers or anyone with multiple accounts. Chrys inquired about the possibility of using different profiles for different hobbies or interests\, but Dan didn’t see a significant advantage to this. Later\, Jerry had a question in the chat\, but the transcript doesn’t include the question or Dan’s response. \n\n\n\nEpson Printer Software Update Discussion \n\nDan\, Jerry\, and Roger discussed the update of software for Epsom printers and scanners from Macos. Dan advised Roger to download and install the latest drivers directly from Epson instead of the link from Apple. Chrys added that a change in software on a Mac often necessitates an update for the printer. Dan demonstrated a utility allowing users to scan documents using the built-in scanner in the Preview app on a Mac. He also mentioned that the Epsilon software has a driver that can be installed for a more comprehensive scanning experience. The team also discussed the potential of using this feature in future projects. \n\n\n\nApp Sharing and Trial Plans \n\nDan shared his experience with the Setup app and its potential benefits\, while also considering user suggestions such as trying Nitro for a 7-day trial. Dan also discussed his preference for the Busy Cal app over Fantastical due to its integrated reminders. He expressed his intention to share more about the Setup app next week. \n\n\n\n\nDisclaimer: This AI-generated summary may contain inaccuracies. It is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered authoritative. Please consult the original presentation for accuracy. \nLinks Mentioned:\n\nNitro App for Creating Forms on PDFs via Setapp (affiliate code)\nSetapp (affiliate code)\nOtterbox Pro max Case\nEpson Perfection v39 Drivers\nOpen Core Legacy Patch\nAdlock via Setapp (affiliate code) URL:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/ask-me-anything-webinar-4/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://danstutorials.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/webinar-front-3.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231012T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231012T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20231006T163252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T155120Z UID:10000229-1697130000-1697133600@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:The Setapp Advantage: Over 200 Apps\, One Subscription - An Online Presentation DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to get more out of your Mac\, iPad\, and iPhone? Join me for an informative online presentation exploring Setapp\, the game-changing app subscription service. In this session\, I’ll explain what Setapp is\, the subscription options available\, and how to seamlessly install and uninstall apps on your devices\, including your iPad and iPhone!. \nWe’ll also take a look at the Setapp library of over 200 hand-picked Mac and iOS apps covering productivity\, creativity\, utilities and more. I’ll showcase some of my favorite apps and demonstrate how they can optimize your workflow and boost productivity across all your Apple devices. \nWhether you’re new to Setapp or already a user looking to maximize its potential\, you’ll learn pro tips and tricks to streamline your experience. Discover how easy it is to install iOS apps right from your Mac through QR codes. \nUnlock the power of your Apple ecosystem with Setapp. Sign up now for this can’t-miss presentation that will help you get the most out of your Mac\, iPad\, and iPhone! \n \n \n \n \nChapters: \n\n00:00:00 – The Setapp Advantage: An Online Presentation\n00:00:14 – Who I Am\n00:01:15 – Disclaimer\n00:02:39 – What is Setapp?\n00:07:46 – Pricing Comparison for Apps I have Purchased\n00:18:40 – A look at the Setapp App\n00:22:05 – Install and Uninstall Apps on the Mac\n00:25:46 – Install and Uninstall Apps on the iPad & iPhone\n00:29:26 – Set Notifications\n00:31:06 – Questions\n00:48:59 – Favorite App: Mosaic\n00:52:04 – Favorite App: Bartender\n00:58:02 – Favorite App: CleanShot X\n01:00:07 – Favorite App: AdLock\n01:03:34 – Favorite App: Paste\n01:08:17 – Favorite App: GoodTask\n01:13:43 – Favorite App: Tripsy\n01:17:54 – Favorite App: Revive\n01:22:48 – Favorite App: Receipts\n01:24:39 – Favorite App: Typing Mind (Ai)\n01:29:33 – Free 7-Day Trial\n\nTry Setapp for free: https://setapp.sjv.io/k0kMy3 (affiliate link) URL:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/the-setapp-advantage-over-200-apps-one-subscription-an-online-presentation/ CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://danstutorials.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/setapp-Large.jpeg LOCATION:https://zoom.us/j/91536281137 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231019T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231019T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20231012T155857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T164955Z UID:10000230-1697734800-1697738400@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:Ask Me Anything Webinar DESCRIPTION:Watch my Ask Me Anything (AMA) webinar on all things Apple! I answered your questions about Apple products and services. I shared tips and tricks for using your Apple devices to their full potential. Questions were limited for this event\, so you had to register then to reserve your spot to post your question and receive the Zoom link. The webinar was recorded and is now available to watch on-demand. If you missed the live event\, you can still view the full webinar video online to hear all of the Q&A and see the tips I shared. \n \n \n \n \nChapters: \n\n00:00:00 – Introduction\n00:00:49 – Who I am\n00:02:12 – How do you like your iPhone 15?\n00:04:04 – How to Sync Messages with SMS\n00:14:32 – Enable Express VPN on the iPad?\n00:18:58 – Should Browser History be removed every month?\n00:25:09 – Should unrecognized Cookies be removed?\n00:28:25 – What is your favorite browser (Safari)? Why? Shortcomings?\n00:40:31 – Is Super Duper a good Backup Software?\n00:48:00 – Setting up a new iPhone? Any do’s or do nots?\n00:56:07 – How do I add Date Stamps to Photos?\n01:01:26 – Next Event: Behind the Scenes of my Setup\n\n  \nSummary of AMA\nThis AI-generated summary may contain inaccuracies. It is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered authoritative. Please consult the original presentation for accuracy. \nDan Shares Apple Tutorials\, iPhone 15 Impressions & Small Business \nDan\, who has been creating video tutorials for Apple software for about 10 years\, conducted an AMA session where he shared that he and his wife\, Susan G. Coleman\, run a small business from their home. He encouraged viewers to check out his tutorials on Youtube or his website. Dan also mentioned that he plans to do a behind-the-scenes video next week and will revisit a question about adding date stamps to photos at a later point. He discussed his initial impressions of the iPhone 15\, which he received a week prior. While he noted the phone’s 5 times optical zoom\, slightly improved from his iPhone 14’s 3 times optical zoom\, he found the difference not significant due to Apple’s improved camera technology across devices. Dan also appreciated the iPhone 15’s rounded edges and lighter feel\, but couldn’t provide more extensive feedback due to unfavorable weather and limited usage. \nSyncing Messages Across Apple’s Ecosystem and Android Devices \nDan discussed the syncing of messages across all devices\, especially between Apple’s ecosystem and SMS\, which is limited and doesn’t work well with Android devices. He explained the process of syncing the messages app across different Apple devices through enabling messages in the cloud in the settings app and ensuring that the messages app syncs with iCloud. Dan clarified that this synchronization would allow messages to be received on all linked devices\, including the iPad and Mac\, but noted that for messages to be received on these devices\, they must be sent to a phone number associated with them. He guided the team through the process of setting up their devices\, emphasizing the importance of certain settings such as message reception and text message forwarding. \nSMS Configurations and VPN Instructions \nDan emphasized the need for properly configuring new devices to receive messages\, particularly regarding SMS communications. He guided Bob on how to resolve an issue he had been experiencing\, where new devices were not appearing on the list or had the green check or slider turned off. Dan also provided Kevin with instructions on how to enable Express VPN on his iPad and windows computer for his travel. He demonstrated the use of the VPN app\, explaining its benefits and ease of use. Despite initial confusion\, Dan confirmed successful usage of ExpressVPN on his devices. \nClean My Mac: A RAM and File Management Solution \nDan provided an overview of the software ‘Clean My Mac’ by Mecp\, which he recommended for its ability to clear RAM and remove large files. He explained that the software also allows users to delete their web browsing history and manage extensions. Dan also mentioned that while the software is beneficial\, the user’s Mac already has built-in weekly and monthly schedules for maintenance tasks. \nHistory Management and Cookie Misconceptions \nDan discussed his approach to browsing history management\, stating that he only clears it when having problems and never on a monthly basis. He explained that deleting the history erases past visits that could be beneficial for revisiting later. Dan also addressed the topic of cookie removal\, suggesting it’s unnecessary as cookies are a standard part of web browsing and are critical for maintaining user identity across visits. He clarified that cookies are one-way streets\, with a website placing a cookie on the user’s computer to remember their login\, and the cookie cannot be shared with other websites or utilized to gather private information. Dan took control of the meeting by muting everyone to reduce background noise. He encouraged participants to interrupt him with questions or use the chat feature. Dan also discussed cookies\, stating they are not necessary to delete and he has never done so himself. \nSafari Preferred Over Chrome for Efficiency and Compatibility \nDan prefers Safari as his default browser due to its efficiency and compatibility with Mac devices. He appreciates its speed and battery-saving capabilities. However\, he acknowledges that Safari lacks the extensive range of extensions offered by Google Chrome. Despite this\, Dan uses Safari for most of his browsing needs\, and he uses Google Chrome only when necessary\, primarily for managing his YouTube channel. He also mentions the recent addition of profiles in Safari as an improvement. \nDan’s Gym Setup and Google Authentication Issues \nDan shared his recent experiences with setting up a new gym and some issues he encountered with Google authentication. He found that his ad blockers in Safari were causing a problem\, which was resolved by turning them off. Dan also discussed his preferred search engine\, noting that he often uses Google\, but also likes DuckDuckGo for its Bing-based results. He shared a tip for using Google as a fallback option when DuckDuckGo doesn’t deliver the desired results. Lastly\, he addressed a question about the viability of Super Duper as a backup software\, although the transcript doesn’t provide any conclusive information about this. \nBackup and Cloning Software Discussion \nDan and Ward discussed the use of backup and cloning software for their computers. Dan recommended Super Duper and Carbon Copy Cloner\, both of which he has used and found to be reliable. However\, Ward experienced issues with Super Duper not being able to access the backup drive at night\, which was eventually solved after some unidentified updates. Dan explained that Apple’s updates have made it increasingly difficult for these software companies to operate due to heightened security measures. Despite this\, both Super Duper and Carbon Copy Cloner are still effective tools for backing up and cloning data. \niPhone Transfer and App Advice \nDan and David discussed setting up a new iPhone\, with Dan advising that the quickest method involves using iCloud\, although this means some apps may not be immediately available. Dan recommended leaving the new and old iPhones next to each other for a faster transfer of data. George added that using a USB-C to Ethernet adapter can significantly speed up the process\, especially for larger files like apps. He also cautioned against using the ‘Erase and Restore’ feature in iMazing\, as it can erase email. David agreed to follow these steps overnight. \nPhone Simulation and Photo Timestamping \nDavid inquired about using two phones simultaneously before returning the old one to AT&T. Dan clarified that the old phone could not be used for calls after the Esim transfer to the new phone\, but it could be manually deleted. Dan instructed David to erase all content and settings from the old phone\, ready for return. Dan also provided a tutorial on how to add date stamps to photos using various apps on the iPad and iPhone\, with the key being the term “timestamp”. He recommended the app “Date Stamper”\, which allows users to select multiple photos\, customize their design and layout\, and add captions. For next week\, Dan plans to demonstrate how he manages to switch between different devices and software during his presentations using a foot pedal and special software. URL:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/ask-me-anything-webinar-5/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://danstutorials.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/webinar-front-3.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231026T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231026T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20231019T020845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T201432Z UID:10000231-1698339600-1698343200@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:Making Apple Tutorials: A Behind the Scenes Look at My Setup and Workflow DESCRIPTION:Get an inside look at my workflow for creating tutorial videos about Apple products. See how I use Ecamm Live to capture footage from multiple Macs\, iPads\, and other Apple devices. Learn how I edit with Final Cut Pro to produce my videos. I’ll give tips on lighting\, audio\, camera angles\, and more. Join me for this behind the scenes tour of my streaming and video editing setup for making tutorials with Apple software and hardware. \n \n \n \n \n  URL:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/making-apple-tutorials-a-behind-the-scenes-look-at-my-setup-and-workflow/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://danstutorials.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/make-apple-videos.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231102T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231102T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20231026T010644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T161549Z UID:10000232-1698944400-1698948000@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:Ask Me Anything Live - Nov 3\, 2023 DESCRIPTION:Join me for an exclusive Ask Me Anything (AMA) webinar on all things Apple! I’ll be answering your questions about Apple products and services. I’ll share tips and tricks for using your Apple devices to their full potential. Questions are limited for this event\, so be sure to register now to reserve your spot to post your question and receive the Zoom link. \n \n \n \n \n  \nTopics Covered in this AMA: \n\n00:00:00 – Introduction\n00:00:42 – Who I Am\n00:01:40 – How My AMA’s Work\n00:02:54 – Troubleshooting Synology NAS with Time Machine\n00:12:22 – Preview Crashes Intermittently. Suggestions?\n00:16:58 – Can I get Real Time Updates for my Steps on the iPhone?\n00:19:46 – Can I have the Sweeping Hand on my Apple Watch always Show?\n00:21:05 – App vs. Web. Is one better to use?\n00:26:50 – Folder Sorting on the Desktop\n00:29:37 – Import Signatures from the iPhone?\n00:33:41 – What are NFC Tags?\n00:42:41 – Import Signatures from an iPhone Part 2\n00:43:48 – Next Weeks Class: Favorite Apps\n00:44:27 – Open Questions\n01:03:16 – Wrap Up URL:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/ask-me-anything-webinar-6/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://danstutorials.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/ama-nov-3-2023.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231109T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231109T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20231102T155750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T200228Z UID:10000236-1699549200-1699552800@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:My Favorite Apps: A Presentation highlighting my Favorite Applications DESCRIPTION:Let’s explore some of my top app picks for boosting productivity\, creativity\, and fun! I’ll give you a tour of some really handy utilities\, genius time-saving tools\, and delightfully entertaining apps across a range of categories. From streamlining your workflow to pursuing your passions\, these diverse digital aids have something helpful and engaging to offer. So get ready to discover some new app gems that will make your life easier\, more inspired\, and full of enjoyment! \n \n \n \n \n\n00:00:00 – Introduction\n00:01:00 – Favorite Browser: Safari\n00:09:36 – Favorite Images\, Artwork\, & Presentations: Canva\n00:25:19 – Favorite Project Management: Notion\n00:32:44 – Favorite Alternative App Store: Setapp\n00:34:26 – Favorite Clipboard History: Paste\n00:36:42 – Favorite Menu Extra Manager: Bartender\n00:39:51 – Favorite Tasks and To Do’s: GoodTask\n00:45:10 – Favorite Mail App: Spark Mail\n00:53:14 – Favorite Photo Editing: Luminar Neo\n01:01:57 – Favorite Video Reading List: Play\n01:06:49 – Favorite Movie Editing: GoPro Quick\n01:11:26 – Open Questions 01:24:12 – Wrap Up URL:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/my-favorite-apps-a-presentation-highlighting-my-favorite-apps/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://danstutorials.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/xe21ofrpqvk.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231116T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231116T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20231102T153957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T194633Z UID:10000233-1700154000-1700157600@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:Ask Me Anything Webinar from Nov 16\, 2023 DESCRIPTION:Watch my Ask Me Anything session where I covered a wide range of topics related to Apple devices. In this informal Q&A\, I provided helpful tips\, tricks\, and advice for getting the most out of your iPhone\, iPad\, Mac\, and more. \nWe dove into troubleshooting automatic updates on the iPhone\, dealing with false virus alerts on the Mac\, I explained techniques for searching menus on the Mac\, using Disk Utility properly\, and speeding up older Macs. We also covered Time Machine backups\, what recovered messages are in Mail\, how to manage your favorite bookmarks in Safari\, and I showed how you’ll take Spatial videos on an iPhone 15. I ended by demoing Assistive Access features for accessibility. \nIt was an engaging virtual session packed with actionable tips to help improve Apple device skills and get more out of technology. \n \n \n \n \nNOTE: Sorry about the audio distortion throughout the video. \nChapters: \n\n00:00:00 – Introduction\n00:00:19 – Who I Am\n00:01:08 – Automatic Updates on the iPhone are not working\n00:05:43 – I keep getting Virus Alerts\, but I do not have any viruses.\n00:10:03 – Upgrade to an M3?\n00:13:12 – What is my upgrade Schedule for Devices?\n00:18:52 – What are recovered Messages in Mail on the Mac?\n00:22:01 – Tip: Search the Menus on a Mac\n00:23:59 – How to Favorite Bookmarks work in Safari?\n00:28:42 – Closing Tabs in Safari on the Mac vs iPad\n00:30:17 – What is the proper technique for using Disk Utility?\n00:37:40 – Why do my windows move off the screen in macOS Sonoma?\n00:39:52 – Tip: Use Hot Corners to Show the Desktop\n00:41:29 – How can I see what files I have in DropBox?\n00:43:29 – How can I speed up an older Mac?\n00:45:32 – Time Machine is Full. What can I do?\n00:51:25 – Tip: Exclude Folders from Time Machine Backups\n00:52:11 – Is there a Podcast Player for YouTube?\n00:56:45 – Does the Mac have Put Away?\n00:59:04 – Why do you use Claude.ai over ChatGPT?\n01:04:14 – Discussion on Siri\n01:12:21 – Recording Spatial Videos with an iPhone 15 Demo\n01:14:32 – Fun: RokBlok Turntable\n01:20:15 – Assistive Access Demo\n01:28:23 – Wrap Up URL:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/ask-me-anything-webinar-7/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://danstutorials.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/ama-nov-16-23.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231130T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231130T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20231102T154503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T194649Z UID:10000234-1701363600-1701367200@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:Ask Me Anything Webinar from November 30\, 2023 DESCRIPTION:Watch my Ask Me Anything session where I covered a wide range of topics related to Apple devices. In this informal Q&A\, I provided helpful tips\, tricks\, and advice for getting the most out of your iPhone\, iPad\, Mac\, and more. \n \n \n \n \nNOTE: I had the gains a little high on the mic so it is a bit distorted. Sorry about that! \nHere are some of the topics or questions I covered: \n\n00:00:00 – Introduction 00:02:47 – Is any Personal Information gathered with QR Codes?\n00:04:43 – How to Manage Storage Space on a Mac?\n00:18:09 – What do you Think of Tim Cook’s Leadership?\n00:21:26 – What’s the Difference between an iPhone 14 Pro Max and 15 Pro Max?\n00:28:38 – How do you Log Into iCloud on an Apple Watch?\n00:29:47 – Can I share my Apple Music with Family?\n00:33:54 – Can Pages and Numbers open Microsoft Documents?\n00:41:24 – How do you Share an Apple Watch Screen with Zoom?\n00:46:33 – Open Questions\n01:08:13 – Wrap Up URL:https://danstutorials.com/event-calendar/ask-me-anything-webinar-8/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://danstutorials.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/ama-nov-30-23.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231207T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231207T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192929 CREATED:20231102T161428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231208T195634Z UID:10000237-1701968400-1701972000@danstutorials.com SUMMARY:Reminders and Calendar: Working together in GoodTask DESCRIPTION:In this presentation I shared how I use the robust task management app GoodTask to organize my Apple Reminders and Calendar events. I highlighted key features of GoodTask including customizable task views\, deep Reminders integration\, and powerful options to tailor the interface and task parameters to each user’s preferences. I also explained key benefits I’ve noticed like improved task visibility leading to increased productivity. The presentation led to an engaging Q&A where attendees asked excellent questions about cross-device task management that showcased GoodTask’s extensive capabilities\, many of which I’m still working to leverage in my own workflows. While I couldn’t answer every question given the app’s vast customization and functions\, it was a worthwhile discussion into how GoodTask enriches task tracking across Apple devices. I hope you find it helpful! \nChapters: \n\n00:00 – Introduction\n01:36 – GoodTask Benefits\n02:25 – A Quick Look at Apple Reminders\n06:49 – A Quick Look at Apple Calendar\n08:00 – Calendar Focused Solutions – BusyCal and Fantastical\n09:45 – Task Focused Solution – GoodTask\n10:33 – GoodTask on the Mac\n12:49 – GoodTask on the iPad\n14:18 – GoodTask on the iPhone\n15:35 – Use the Reminders app for Simple Lists\n19:18 – Edit GoodTask Smart Lists\n20:46 – Create a New Smart List in GoodTask\n26:47 – GoodTask Downfall – Lots of Settings Options\n27:36 – Change the View of GoodTask Lists\n29:03 – Create Subtasks in GoodTask\n32:03 – GoodTask Templates\n33:03 – GoodTask Quick Actions\n37:39 – GoodTask Widgets\n41:21 – Question: GoodTask Durations\n44:53 – Rearranging Tasks in GoodTask\n49:40 – GoodTask Reviews\n50:18 – Search the GoodTask PDF with AI and PDF Pals\n57:44 – Wrap Up and Final Thoughts\n\nDownloads: \n\nDownload GoodTask from the Developer’s site\nDownload GoodTask from Setapp (along with over 240 other apps)\nDownload PDF Pals from Setapp (along with over 240 other apps)\n\n  DISCLAIMER: This video and description contains affiliate links\, which means that if you click on one of the product links\, I’ll receive a small commission. 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