by Devin | Feb 19, 2021 | Android, Gadgets, Hardware, OS, UI / UX
During the Pandemic, many of us have spent considerable time waiting on hold, even if we aren’t calling eBay. After upgrading to the Google Pixel 4a (5G), we were eager to test the Hold for Me feature. While it works well, it doesn’t work quite the way we...
by Devin | Dec 23, 2020 | Android, Gadgets, Google, Hardware, IoT, OS, Software, UI / UX
After nearly 60 days with the Chromecast with Google TV, we have some thoughts. It’s powered by Android, but branded as something else entirely. There are some things to celebrate and some head-scratchers. Let’s explore! Everything about Google’s new...
by Devin | Dec 17, 2020 | Apple, Bugs, Computers, macOS, OS, Software, UI / UX
As M1 ushers in a new generation of Mac users, there are likely to be some questions about macOS abandonware. Some are likely to be a bit confused about Apple’s abandoned applications. Despite dropping dashboard in Catalina, macOS Big Sur still hasn’t...
by Devin | Dec 16, 2020 | Apple, Bugs, Computers, Hardware, macOS, OS, Software, UI / UX
Apple’s recent graphics switching bugs in Big Sur have specifically affected the most expensive MacBook Pros it sells, including new 16″ configurations released in 2020. The latest update has made workarounds increasingly disruptive to the regular use of...
by Devin | Dec 5, 2020 | Apple, Bugs, Computers, Hardware, macOS, OS, Software, UI / UX
As I’ve used Big Sur, I have noticed Messages in the battery menu, “Using Significant Energy.” Today I discovered that Messages and potentially some other applications are occasionally activating the dGPU. I’ve also seen Automator flash to...
by Devin | Nov 13, 2020 | Apple, Computers, Hardware, macOS, OS, Software
I’ve been a Mac user since 2001, so I thought I’d take a moment to share my perspective on Apple’s recent processor transition. This addresses Apple’s next transition to its own, ARM-based silicon, and discusses how Apple has changed its...
