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  1. RazorBackXX

    Understanding Folder Size Differences Between rsync Zsh & Finder on macOS

    Hey My Friends, I’m working on a Zsh-based script in the macOS terminal, and I’ve hit a roadblock while trying to obtain precise file sizes for folders. I’m seeing discrepancies between the size reported in Finder and the size calculated via terminal commands, and this is critical for my app...
  2. K

    Is there an Apple TV app that lets you locally store videos/photos to watch offline?

    I'm talking about an app that is like the "Files app" on iOS, or anything alike. I just have some videos that are on my MacBook that I would like to have stored on my Apple TV to watch them offline without any internet connection at all. I have the 4th Generation Apple TV. Is this possible? If...
  3. RazorBackXX

    Safari Browser not private by default anymore?

    hey fellas, I've never been more disappointed I always open my safari in private mode, all of Sonoma I did it all day long now on sequoia its gone along with the quick add to reading list. I went to options & there is no setting to make the default opening of safari go straight to private mode...
  4. K

    Image capture detecting multiple files for the same photo after updating to iOS 18?

    Hello, I updated my Mac to sequoia and my phone to iOS 18. When I import my photos off my phone using image capture it appears that there are a lot more files generated than normal. When I took a video on iOS 17 and the past version of macOS and tapped the white circle on my phone to take a...
  5. TopGuy1104

    All iPads Upgrade my iPad or hold off and upgrade my iPhone 1st?

    My Apple ecosystem currently contains an iPhone 13 and iPad Mini 6. I use my Mini at times to play games or watch shows but mostly, as a secondary device to my already powerful gaming laptop when i'm traveling, meaning its not used as often as my phone or my main gaming desktop at home which are...
  6. S

    Is it still worth picking up the old Cinema Display?

    I have a 2018 Mac mini and a 2022 MacBook Air and looking at getting an external display so I can put the Mac mini back to use. I don’t do graphic intensive work any longer so I don’t need the latest and greatest, just something that performs good. I’ve heard various things about people picking...
  7. S

    AirPrint on Canon Pixma Printer?

    Hello, I'm trying to figure out how to activate air print on a Canon PIXMA printer. I had a $150 Canon PIXMA printer before and as far as I remember I never had to activate anything on the printer. I simply clicked on print on my mac and searched for printers, found the device and that was...
  8. IslamAlOrabI

    Disk Shows Unknown Format After Partitioning in Linux

    I recently tried to create a new partition on my disk using Linux, but after the process, the disk now shows as an "Unknown Format." I’m unable to access any of the files on it. Has anyone encountered this issue before? Is there any way to recover the data or fix the format without losing...
  9. RazorBackXX

    Fixing finder Window

    Hey fellas i just want to fix my finder window i use command n all day long long to open new finder window and it keeps pressing the letters in where it gives part of the name then ... im sick of moving the side bar to the right just for it to reset. ive deleted the finder.plist twice reset the...
  10. T

    App beach balling when playing a video

    It started to happen when I updated my Mac to sequoia pb. Anyone else? Same thing happens no matter if I use lINA or Omini, or if I play a.mkv or .mp4
  11. S

    Running windows through Parallels Powerapps

    Hi all, I'm considering purchasing a high-end MacBook Pro for my accounting business. Most of the applications I use run directly in a web browser, so there's no significant difference between Mac and Windows for those. However, I also plan to use PowerApps, particularly Power BI, from time to...
  12. A

    Used 6 cycle M2 Max Macbook Pro or wait for M3 Max Used in Winter 2025

    I presently have a 2019 I9 Macbook Pro 32GB ram, 5500M 6GB GPU, 1TB SSD that is miserable to use. YouTube videos stutter when connected to my 3 4k/60hz displays. I program on it which is slightly more tolerable, but not the build times. I have the opportunity to buy a 6 battery cycle M2 Max...
  13. T

    Photos question

    Hello. i am a little confused with how to go about doing the following. If someone could help and tell me exactly what to do, that would be appreciated: 1.). I want to have all my pictures on my Mac—including those from my iPad and iPhone. 2.). I want to be able to get the pictures off of...
  14. J

    Will Mail.app continue to load emails/notifications if minimized by clicking either the red or yellow button (does make difference with red/yellow)?

    When minimized by clicking wither yellow/red button (still active on desktop), seems like mail.app does not load new messages or send notifications. Do you have to keep mail.app open present on desktop to load? Much appreciation for any replies/help!
  15. J

    Help Choosing Between iMac and Mac Mini 2 Pro

    Hello, I will use my system for 4k video editing, some photo editing, creating content for social media and that is all. Video editing is not at a very professional level, I will be using Final Cut Pro as video editing software (I am still learning Da Vinci Resolve, and not so good at it) So...
  16. CPmav

    MacBook Pro Mic Input Level Always High

    Hi everyone! I'm hoping to see if anyone else has had this problem. Last time I was on a FaceTime call on my Mac, the person I was speaking to mentioned it was hard to hear me because it sounded like I was on a plane. Switched to my iPhone and issue was gone. It seems like the internal mic is...
  17. K

    What do you think is a good approach to using iPhone app(LanguageKit: Daily Vocabulary) for iPad or do I need to make a separated design for iPad app?

    Hi Everyone, What do you think is a good approach to using the iPhone app (LanguageKit: Daily Vocabulary) on an iPad, or do I need to create a separate design for an iPad app? Also, what about an Apple Watch ⌚️ version? Please take a look and give me some advice and feedback if you have time...
  18. gregconquest

    How to copy files in Finder without copying to iCloud?

    How to copy files in Finder without copying to iCloud? When I try to copy files to move or paste them somewhere else on the same Mac, I almost always get a pop-up on my nearby Mac and iPad saying they're copying the file across the network. While this is convenient sometimes, it also slows my...
  19. M

    If you buy a used Mac that comes with fresh OS are you still wiping it?

    New 2012 Mac, come with Catalina and Sonoma. Looks like a solid machine. The seller put a fresh os on with the dual boot. Would there be any reason to be concerned? Would you just use it as is or do a fresh install?
  20. Daniel908

    Do you think that macOS 15 will support Intel-based Mac

    As WWDC 2024 draws closer, we already have possible leaked lists of supported devices for iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and watchOS 11. However, I wonder why there aren’t rumors about the compatibility of macOS 15. So, let’s speculate on which Mac computers will support the next major release. Do you think...