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NSA Warns iPhone And Android Users—Disable Location Tracking / Thousands of Apps Hijacked

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 13:31:36 +0000

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https://www.wired.com/story/gravy-location-data-app-leak-rtb/

https://www.forbes.com/sites/zakdoffman/2025/01/16/nsa-warns-iphone-and-android-users-disable-location-tracking/

Airtagging Comteks/IFBs?

Sat, 25 May 2024 01:02:53 +0000

I recently worked a 4 day commercial and had 20 comteks on hand. We were using 16 (12 of them agency). There was a lot to shoot and we had 2-3 company moves per day. At the end of day one we had 2 comteks not come back. At the end of day 2 , another 2 went MIA. We were letting the producer know, but they didnt seem to be able to track them down. Producer wasnt worried about paying for new ones, but still I hate leaving without having all gear accounted for. On day 3 , a 5th comtek went missing, so at this point, its just absolutely ridiculous, and thats when I started thinking man... I need a system to keep track of these things. Im not sure how this would work but was brainstorming slapping an airtag on the comteks. In theory, this seems like it could solve many issues with locating "lost" comteks but I speculate that the airtag BT/wifi whatever it uses, would most likely interfere with the comtek audio .

Question: Has anyone ever tried this, or have any other ideas

I have numbered stickers on each comtek, so, for the key players, Director, Script, AD, etc I know which number I gave to them, but its the agency where things get messy as I cant keep track of what those children are doing

Installing Wave Agent on Mac OS Ventura

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 19:40:38 +0000

Hi all,

I have been trying to install Wave Agent on my Mac with the following results: This package is incompatible with this version of macOS. Has anyone encountered this, and is there a workaround or a newer version available somewhere? What comes up to install from Sound Devices seems to be dated 2014, which of course is long before the advent of Apple silicon chips.

The reason I would like to have Wave agent working is to split poly files into their mono components for simpler uploading.

Best regards,

Jim Rillie

Production Sound Mixer

Wisycom management on Mac

Sat, 03 Dec 2022 17:10:12 +0000

Hi, does someone use a management app on Mac for his Wisycom system?

So it got interesting. ARM based Macs!

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 19:17:44 +0000

I just watched today's Apple's "mass". Pretty interesting, the new processors are really efficient as expected. And they have even lowered prices a bit. Not surprised, as Intel prices their processors as they want holding a virtual monopoly.

Interesting times coming, especially with those so called "neural" units tailored for machine learning calculations.

Apple Offering Battery Replacement Discount on Older iPhones

Fri, 29 Dec 2017 05:25:24 +0000

After an outcry from iPhone users that Apple is slowing down older iPhones to prolong battery life, the Verge is reporting:

Apple says that batteries are “consumable components,” and is offering anyone with an iPhone 6 or later a battery replacement for $29 starting in late January through December 2018 — a discount of $50 from the usual replacement cost. Apple’s also promising to add features to iOS that provide more information about the battery health in early 2018, so that users are aware of when their batteries are no longer capable of supporting maximum phone performance.

Visit Apple’s website for more info:

https://www.apple.com/iphone-battery-and-performance/

This would be a great way to extend the useable life of older devices still in workflows.

Apple Bluetooth earphones sound problems

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 02:32:13 +0000

I'm using AirPods Pro and I've recently noticed that people often can't hear what I'm saying when I'm on a call. What is going on?

iPhone Silliness

Sun, 08 Dec 2013 05:20:45 +0000

I just love cracking myself up.

If you have a Siri-enabled iPhone, ask it "Who Let the Dogs Out?" Then sit back and laugh.

Is $130 for a headphone case a good deal?

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 17:41:12 +0000

AirPods Max Leather Cases

"The Airpods Max Leather Case by Pad & Quill offers luxury protection, great utility, and even includes a built-in stand for the headphones. The case has a 25 Year Leather Warranty and 30 Day Money Back Promise."

https://www.padandquill.com/airpods-max-case.html

Apple announces greatest ever headphone advertisement

Tue, 08 Dec 2020 18:42:26 +0000

$549, but that includes free engraving.

https://www.apple.com/airpods-max/

The advert is pretty cool, though.

Beats headphones

Sat, 31 May 2014 16:33:16 +0000

hi. I suppose Beats Headphones will be the new industry standard for sound recording after Apple bought the company.

New Mac Book Pro

Thu, 27 Oct 2016 21:58:33 +0000

I thought that I was going to be angry that they removed all the ports and just kept four usb-c's. But I am actually pretty pleased with the new MacBook pros. I think apple did a great job improving my favourite computer.

Ambient releases Clockit Timecode app for iPhone / iPad

Sun, 24 Oct 2010 02:23:26 +0000

It's free, works with their wireless timecode receivers (or any LTC timecode source). Looks good as a display for numbers on a cart, scripty, or other non-frame accurate timecode needs (I'm sure the software is solid, but limitation of latency of iPad screen refresh rate? Need to test...). There are some slate applications out there that charge a lot of money for this feature.

History of Unreleased Apple Products

Sat, 18 Aug 2018 20:15:32 +0000

HiQ battery > Magsafe 2

Thu, 09 Aug 2018 00:23:57 +0000

Anyone know if it would be possible to utilize my batteries from my audio rig to charge my laptop when I need extra juice on it in the field?

iPhone 7 mic

Fri, 09 Feb 2018 22:44:49 +0000

Has anyone tried any of the many external mics available for the iPhone 7 with the Lightning connector?

I found a very simple audio recording app called VoiceRecorder. I like the Old School interface that looks like a cassette recorder.

Do you have one that you use?

What the iPhone Would Look Like if it Had Been Created in 1987

Fri, 05 Jun 2015 23:00:19 +0000

What the iPhone Would Look Like if it Had Been Created in 1987

http://mentalfloss.com/article/64751/what-iphone-would-look-if-it-had-been-created-1987

Installing an SSD in Mac Mini.

Wed, 28 Dec 2016 21:10:24 +0000

I have a Mini 2011 that I want to update to an SSD. My first concern is, how easy is it to install an operating system to the new drive? This was recommended before migrating content from the old drive. Second, which have you used or would recommend, Crucial or OWC SSD?

Thanks in advance!

Apple eyes setting up Hollywood base at ‘Gone With the Wind’ studio: report

Fri, 01 Sep 2017 21:23:42 +0000

http://www.siliconbeat.com/2017/09/01/apple-eyes-setting-hollywood-base-gone-wind-studio-report

Any solution for Files backup with Ipad?

Thu, 16 Feb 2017 19:48:48 +0000

Hello,

does anyone using the Ipad for backing up daily files?

I will be using an Ipad as remote for the sound devices 688 on a feature, and I am looking for a solution to use the ipad to make my own files back up (from CF or SD card to HDD), to avoid bringing along my laptop computer.

I am new to Apple world and just got my IPad. So far I figured it is not possible but decided to post the question just in case ;-)

Thanks

Fred

Apple and 3.5mm jacks

Mon, 11 Jan 2016 15:14:31 +0000

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-35253398

Sound Location Notes App

Thu, 04 Sep 2014 14:58:31 +0000

Hey everybody, I´m trying to make a new app for iphone to log the sound reports. I know many of you use sound devices 788 or cantar and they have their on way. But if you are like me, working with smaller recorders (702), on smaller productions, you know there aren´t many options out there.

I found the Sound Report app not so helpful when you have small amount of time to be watching your iphone in middle of the shoots and start making notes. I would like to create something where you make as few touchs to the screen as possible. Allowing you to log your report quickly and easy.

I like to believe that these small details sometimes can make a lot easier our work.

So i thought it would be cool if you could contribute with your ideas to make a great app!

Quicken 2015 for Mac

Thu, 28 Aug 2014 20:56:56 +0000

http://www.quicken.com/mac

I'm pretty happy with Quicken 2007

I'll let someone else go first

MacBook Pro Late 2011 (and others) video fault

Tue, 24 Feb 2015 22:01:02 +0000

Apple has quietly admitted that there might be a problem with the video chips on 'a small percentage' of MacBook Pro models. Just a month too late for me, as mine crapped out during prep for a show and I had to go out and buy another one. Still, at least it looks as though I can get my old one fixed and sell it on.

Here's a link that gives some background info:

http://preview.tinyurl.com/k5vzbej

And here's the official Apple link:

http://www.apple.com/uk/support/macbookpro-videoissues/

Regards,

John

Report: Apple’s electric car to hit the road in 2019

Mon, 28 Sep 2015 10:42:06 +0000

http://www.macworld.com/article/2985155/car-tech/report-apples-electric-car-to-hit-the-road-in-2019-but-it-wont-be-driverless.html#tk.nl_mwbest