Re: [sussex_mug] Met office forecast not obtainable

I get the same warning in Safari using “Search for a place” on the metoffice website. Paul Owen > On 22 May 2024, at 10:25, 'andrew lancaster' via Sussex Mac User Group > wrote: > > It’s only been happening today. It’s been fine always until today. I’ve no > idea what VPN software is but if

Re: [sussex_mug] Building Under Regulation [215.]

Thanks Stephen, that was indeed rather long. Paul Owen > On 13 Mar 2024, at 20:36, 'Stephen Watson' via Sussex Mac User Group > wrote: > > Hi peeps, > > A long but excellent article on the changes Apple have made to comply with > the new EU regulations written by a very perceptive big wig

Re: [sussex_mug] USB C monitor, iPad...

Hi Jason, In addition to Tony’s suggestion, you could try this book which has just been released, 2nd edition. Take Control of Untangling Connections. https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/untangling/ This guy knows his cables and USB C is not as straight forward as it seems at first, although

Re: [sussex_mug] Sidecar isn't appearing as an option

Hi Adam, Mine used to connect, but won’t now. Checking requirements I note that you must be using the same Apple ID using two-factor authorisation, I haven’t got around using the latter requirement yet, which is probably why mine doesn’t work at moment. Might this be your problem. Paul Owen

Re: [sussex_mug] WD My Cloud Home failure

Hi Philip, Internet addresses cannot accept spaces in the an IP address, to solve this they are automatically changed to %20 which, unless I forget, is the hex code for a space. So there is nothing wrong with this in an Internet or IP address. Try what it gives you and see what happens.

Re: [sussex_mug] Updates

Hi Alex, The only thing you might try first is running Apple Disk Utility, though I suspect the upgrade program might already run it as part of the upgrade process. Make sure your primary apps will run on Ventura. When you start the backup don’t be in a hurry, let it takes it’s time, could

Re: [sussex_mug] SD cards

Hi Jason, I use a 1TB one of these: https://uk.crucial.com/products/ssd/portable-ssds Reformatted for Apple, Together with SuperDuper, I use it to back up my HD after every day. Can get a little warm when backing-up, but barely warm when not. Not a good idea to use (any backup disk) it as

Re: [sussex_mug] Apple Watch and Find Items

Worked fine first time on my Apple Watch 4 with no extra setup procedures. Paul. > On 5 Oct 2022, at 22:44, 'Stephen Watson' via Sussex Mac User Group > wrote: > > Hi people, > > I’ve bought an Apple Watch SE and all works fine apart from Find Items. When > I launch it it says “Add items in

[sussex_mug] MS Office, special deal

These special deals turn up now and again. Last time I upgraded Office I used a deal like this for around this rice and it worked well. I used MacHeist many years ago, but take any necessary precautions. Any body else tried these Office deals? Paul Owen

[sussex_mug] Mac OS Ventura - supported Macs

This page gives all the supported devices for the upcoming Venture and iOS, 16 etc. I just about scrape by with all my devices, even my iPhone X which is a nice surprise. In general it appears any Mac built before 2017 will not be compatible. The list is different to which Macs supported

[sussex_mug] Snapshots and Time Machine Backups

Want to now the difference between a snapshot and a Time Machine backup file, plus what happened to all your empty disc space. this article explains (most) all: https://eclecticlight.co/2022/02/13/last-week-on-my-mac-still-struggling-with-snapshots/

[sussex_mug] "Fake HDMI 2.1"

You will recall I recently sent a link to explain the complexity of USB plugs and standards. I have now come across a similar article with the snappy title "When HDMI 2.1 Isn’t HDMI 2.1 – The Confusing World of the Standard, “Fake HDMI 2.1” and Likely Future Abuse” which can be found here:

[sussex_mug] All you ever wanted to know about USB, but were afraid to ask!

Who knew USB was such a tangle of plugs and standards. https://tidbits.com/2021/12/03/usbefuddled-untangling-the-rats-nest-of-usb-c-standards-and-cables/ Your weekend reading! Paul Owen. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Sussex Mac User Group"

Re: [sussex_mug] Thunderbolt drives?

Just to add to the confusion USB 4 is reportedly just around the corner: https://tidbits.com/2019/03/04/usb-3-2s-naming-convention-is-a-hot-mess-usb4-announced/ Paul Owen > On 9 Sep 2021, at 10:41, mac98aop wrote: > > Ah, I'm not quite sure I've kept up with what is USB-C and what is >

Re: [sussex_mug] Involuntary restarts running Big Sur

Nick, I’ve been having the same problem on Big-Sur using my 2019 Mac Mini. Really annoying. Seems to restart ‘cos it detects nothing happening (frozen), only happened twice while I was actually using it. Often occurs in middle of the night. Since the last Mac OS update (11.5.2), it seems to

Re: [sussex_mug] Archive

Hi Gilly, Try these instructions: https://faq.whatsapp.com/web/chats/how-to-archive-or-unarchive-a-chat-or-group This is for the Mac version, I assume iOS has similar instructions. Paul Owen > On 21 Aug 2021, at 11:37, Gillian Snoxall wrote: > > Morning Smuggers, > > I have discovered that

Re: [sussex_mug] Google Maps issue.

I object to Google harvesting any information they can find on me so always use Apple Maps. Paul Owen > On 1 Aug 2021, at 11:33, Derek Cross wrote: > > Good morning Smuggers > > I don’t know whether Google have changed access to their maps or I’ve > inadvertently done something (OS

Re: [sussex_mug] iPhone 11 not registering calls

I backup my iPhone to iCloud using my Apple ID, automatically, every day. If you don’t have a backup I suggest you need one. Do an extra backup, wipe the iPhone and then you can do a restore from the backup. Settings> (Your name, at top)> iCloud> iCloud Backup> move the toggle to on and

Re: [sussex_mug] loss of all sound settings on M1 Mac Mini

I use "Sound Source 5” (from Rogue Amoeba of Audio Hijack fame) which gives complete control over when and where sound inputs/outputs are used. Paul Owen > On 23 Jun 2021, at 18:24, 'Jason Davies' via Sussex Mac User Group > wrote: > > Hi Smuggers, > > This is an odd one. I have an M1 Mac

Re: [sussex_mug] loss of all sound settings on M1 Mac Mini

Hi Jason, In my Contacts the format is 077xx xx (with a space). Good luck. Paul Owen > On 23 Jun 2021, at 18:24, 'Jason Davies' via Sussex Mac User Group > wrote: > > Hi Smuggers, > > This is an odd one. I have an M1 Mac mini and far too many audio devices > connected, it seems. Eg

Re: [sussex_mug] Aperture migration

fun for those with >>>> iPads, here are two playful and joyful apps I’d really recommend- Frax and >>>> Uzu. Both are fantastically colourful, make great use of multitouch and >>>> can produce some remarkable results. Frax is very processor intensive so &g

Re: [sussex_mug] Aperture migration

Hi Jonathan, Further to Sam’s reply I would suggest you have a look at Affinity Photo for editing your photos as an alternative to Aperture, it does not manage a library of photos but is an excellent full featured photo editor. It’s made by a UK company, based in Nottingham, and it only costs

Re: [sussex_mug] Mac Mini USB Hub

You could try this one form OWC, Thunderbolt 3 Dock (14 Ports). I’ve had one for over a year and would highly recommend it. https://tinyurl.com/y62ewmue Paul Owen > On 1 Jan 2021, at 10:35, 'Phil Ward' via Sussex Mac User Group > wrote: > > Morning Smuggers.

Re: [sussex_mug] Taking a screen shot on an iPad Pro

Hi Gilly, This might be a good place to start: > I use my Apple Pencil for almost everything on my iPad instead of my finger, ‘cos I’m lazy and always look for the easy way. Paul Owen > On 18 Dec 2020, at

Re: [sussex_mug] 7 or 8 core GPU MacBook Air

I bought a MacBook Air with 8 cores. My logic was that I didn’t want a crippled M1 chip with only 7 cores. The 7 core is apparently manufactured as an 8 core but 1 core failed on testing and rather than throwing it away Apple sell it as a 7 core. That may not make any practical difference, but

Re: [sussex_mug] Messages suddenly not appearin on laptop

I read somewhere that many users are having similar problems on Big Sur. Also some printer problems. Check out the Apple communities website. Suggest you need to wait for next Big Sur update, 11.1 perhaps. Paul Owen > On 9 Dec 2020, at 12:10, nick_public1 via Sussex Mac User Group > wrote:

Re: [sussex_mug] Thunderbolt displqy has gone dark

I have a 27” Samsung display directly connected to my MacMini via HDMI, when the Mac has been asleep for a while it refuses to wakeup on its own until I push the settings switch on the display. The power light is always on. My second 27” display (Apple LCD, 10 years old) is connected via a T3

Re: [sussex_mug] M1 based Macs

Jason, Re your last bullet point. That puzzled me for a while too. On an Apple Silicone Mac, in Finder select Help in the menus and type ‘Recovery’ In the results click on the top option “Use Mac OS Recovery on a Mac with Apple silicon”, a whole new learning experience. On the other hand disk

Re: [sussex_mug] M1 based Macs

ng tempted, what the new M1 > MBAs are really like, > Cheers, Nick > >> On 3 Dec 2020, at 10:41, 'Paul R Owen' via Sussex Mac User Group >> mailto:smug@googlegroups.com>> wrote: >> >> This may be useful to someone. >> >> The difference betw

[sussex_mug] M1 based Macs

This may be useful to someone. The difference between Thunderbolt 3 ports on M1 macs and earlier models. Story (with image of device) available here: https://tidbits.com/2020/12/02/thunderbolt-improvements-in-the-m1-based-macs/

Re: [sussex_mug] Migration Assistant

I’ve just setup a new MacBook Air (M1) using Migration Assistant (migrated everything available) from a 5 year old MacBook Air, as far as I have tested all the serials numbers and other settings went across. Paul Owen > On 2 Dec 2020, at 09:17, 'Jason P. Davies' via Sussex Mac User Group >

Re: [sussex_mug] Multiple displays on an M1 mac

r £265.53 > which is cheaper than Megamac which is £289.99 > > Martin > > On Thu, 26 Nov 2020 at 10:48, 'Paul R Owen' via Sussex Mac User Group > mailto:smug@googlegroups.com>> wrote: > With all the chatter on here about multiple displays, I’ve just noticed that > MEGAMAC

Re: [sussex_mug] Multiple displays on an M1 mac

With all the chatter on here about multiple displays, I’ve just noticed that MEGAMAC are offering the "OWC Thunderblt 3 Dock (14 Ports)" for £58 off until 2/12. See here:

Re: [sussex_mug] Window Size on opening

a registered company in England & Wales, registration > number 8466597 > > This email is intended solely for the addressed recipients and may contain > privileged or confidential information. > > If you have received this email in error please notify the sender and delete >

[sussex_mug] Window Size on opening

Checking on the Apple Support pages i cannot find a solution. It seems that you can no longer change the size of a window so that it always opens to the size you left it at when you closed it. Unless you know different. This is so annoying, I waste so much time expanding new windows to the size

Re: [sussex_mug] 1Password or iCloud Keychain?

I understand there is a link to still purchase 1Password and avoid the subscription, you’ll have to hunt around for it or ask them. Paul Owen. > On 23 Oct 2020, at 15:58, mac98aop wrote: > > Hi all > > I've been with 1Password since v3. I now need to consider upgrading to the > paid v7, as

Re: [sussex_mug] Which thunderbolt 3 Dock to use with iMac?

Martin, I use one of these OWC docks, which I find excellent, https://tinyurl.com/y9qb6mh5 I wonder if this was the one your were looking at. It has a multitude of ports and connects to iMac via TB3. I have mentioned this one before on SMUG a few months ago.

Re: [sussex_mug] Advice please - selling my 2015 iMac and on buying 2nd monitor for my new iMac

At the cheaper end I bought a Samsung 28” 4K Ultra HD monitor for around £250 (Currys PC World) last year, Works well, connected via HDMI to my newish MacMini. I guess it depends what you want to use it for. However, my 10year old Apple LED Cinema Display looks just as good beside it! Paul

Re: [sussex_mug] wireless mic interference oddity

Hi Jason, Sorry, no solution, bit to avoid in the future suggest you invest in a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply). Also, do you have a surge protected on your mains supply. Personally I use APC units, these can serve both functions above and can also filter the Ethernet/phone line for

Re: [sussex_mug] Separating iTunes/App Store accounts

Hi Adam, I recently converted to a family account, there are only two of us now (kids have left home) but I decided it was worth it as our separate iCloud storage accounts were slowly growing for both of us and it seemed more sensible to pool our storage requirements in one account and only

Re: [sussex_mug] Lost contacts & Mail previous recipients

If you have another Apple device and all the Contacts are there, then the problem is with your Apple ID in Catalina. You need to make sure your MacBook is logged into your iCloud account (using your Apple ID). If no other Apple device (iPad, iPhone) then perhaps the above will give you a clue

Re: [sussex_mug] Managing Storage macOs and iCloud

I think the iCloud account covers all you devices that requires storage, including your daughters iMac account. Paul Owen > On 23 Aug 2020, at 13:42, mac98aop wrote: > > Me again > > I'm finding it increasingly tricky to manage all storage for our family > across all our devices. > > MacOS

[sussex_mug] Older models of ScanSnap scanners.

If anyone is still using an older model ScanSnap scanner, this article will be of use for compatibility with Catalina. https://tinyurl.com/y6d82rz6 Paul Owen -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Sussex Mac User Group"

Re: [sussex_mug] Connecting a MacBook to an Apple 27 inch Thunderbolt Display.

s intended solely for the addressed recipients and may contain > privileged or confidential information. > > If you have received this email in error please notify the sender and delete > the email immediately. > > >> On 23 Jun 2020, at 14:25, 'Paul R Owen' via Sussex Mac

Re: [sussex_mug] Connecting a MacBook to an Apple 27 inch Thunderbolt Display.

I tried the apple T3 to T2 Adapter on my Apple 27inch LED Cinema Display (for my new Mac Mini last year) and it did not work. The product page on the Apple website "https://tinyurl.com/y9glzpgn ” states: "Note: This adapter does not support DisplayPort displays

[sussex_mug] Fwd: Backblaze Hard Drive Stats Q1 2020

If your looking for a new hard drive (e.g. for your backup system) you might find the following link useful. Paul Owen

Re: [sussex_mug] How long has SMUG been going?

Hi Stephen, Interesting post. If you’d like to see Rosemary Orchard, have a look at the ZOOM video tutorial available from ScreencastsOnline.com which has just been released. She appears about half way through. She looks as good as her voice sounds! You can get a free trial of

Re: [sussex_mug] What happened in bed this morning!

Suggestions as to cause: Cat Dog Children Wife Do you sleep walk Paul Owen > On 8 Apr 2020, at 10:24, Derek Cross wrote: > > Good morning smugglers, > > This is not exactly a Mac issue but I’m intrigued and kind of worried about > this phenomena. > > I was in bed this morning reading my

Re: [sussex_mug] How long has SMUG been going?

Adam, Take a look at this eBook. Paul Owen > On 7 Apr 2020, at 21:47, mac98aop wrote: > > Nobody minds! > > London MUG is just, well, a little more London - events, socials, > membership... and I've never made it along. > > And in current

Re: [sussex_mug] How long has SMUG been going?

Hi Gilly, I’d forgotten at, thanks for reminding me. I still got a Christmas card from Allan, but not last year. Paul Owen > On 4 Apr 2020, at 15:08, Gillian Snoxall wrote: > > Paul, do you remember, about the same time, reminiscing with me about Hong > Kong? We discovered that we had a

Re: [sussex_mug] Voice recognition

Virginia, Here’s one person's experience, which may assist. > Paul Owen > On 2 Feb 2020, at 18:59, Virginia Routh wrote: > > So helpful, Catherine. Thank you. Sorting it

[sussex_mug] EyeTV and Catalina. Replacement for Dreamweaver?

I’ve been waiting for a software update for my EyeTV before considering updating to Catalina. It’s now arrived! If any one else relies on an EyeTV device on their Mac, the update works fine, at least in Mojave and they say Catalina. The upgrade is €25. I use my EyeTV almost all the time I’m on

Re: [sussex_mug] Catalina

Here’s one option to keep 32bit apps running in Catalina. Most advice I’ve seen from those in the know about upgrading to Catalina is wait. Paul Owen > On 18 Oct 2019, at 22:04, 'Philip

Re: [sussex_mug] Safari can't open the page

Andrew, Try taking out the ’s’ in "https://“ - works like that for me that way, but as Safari says the site is not ‘secure’ which is what the ’s’ is all about. As far as I understand it, the website manager (or ISP controlling the web server) hasn’t purchased and installed a certificate on

Re: [sussex_mug] Unclutter

Andrew, A Tips Tutorial (9min) for Unclutter has just been released by ScreenCastsOnline. If you are not a member you can get a free trial ScreenCastsOnline account.

Re: [sussex_mug] Unclutter

, > Derek > >> On 18 Aug 2019, at 11:32, 'Paul R Owen' via Sussex Mac User Group >> wrote: >> >> I agree with Stephen, >> >> Great idea, I bought it, but forget it's there! >> >> Autosaving the clipboard entries for future use is potentia

Re: [sussex_mug] Unclutter

I agree with Stephen, Great idea, I bought it, but forget it's there! Autosaving the clipboard entries for future use is potentially the best feature Paul Owen > On 17 Aug 2019, at 19:54, 'Stephen Watson' via Sussex Mac User Group > wrote: > > I’ve had it a while and the problem is that

Re: [sussex_mug] TalkTalk scam

I’ve been using Zen for some years now. They continue to come top of the Which recommended providers and I have nothing but praise for them. I pay £36 a month for the full works, including phone line, for an internet speed of 75 m/bps, (the fibre cabinet is close to me). Their support line is

Re: [sussex_mug] insomniac mac

Jason, I’ve had the same problem for many years with my Late 2008 MacPro. Sometimes it absolutely refuses to go to sleep, either automatically or by selecting the sleep option manually (I prefer to hold down Option + Command + Eject), and the only way to stop it churning away is shut it down.

Re: [sussex_mug] Mac information resources

I also subscribe to tidbits.com and have no hesitation in recommending them. I pay the same a Derick (you choose how much to pay). There are many discounts on software for specified titles. They have been reporting and reviewing all things Apple every week since around 1991. Paul Owen Sent

Re: [sussex_mug] Mac Book Pro with network socket

You can buy an adapter from Apple to add an Ethernet socket to a laptop that doesn’t have one, not sure about viability of doing this with the newest MacBooks with only one USB C socket. Paul Owen Sent from my iPhone > On 30 Apr 2019, at 16:13, 'Phil Ward' via Sussex Mac User Group >

[sussex_mug] UK Plug adapter recalled by Apple

See this webpage for information on the old style UK mains adapter plug, just announced, recall programme. Paul Owen -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Sussex Mac User Group" group.

Re: [sussex_mug] Using Pages for Mac - tips?!

Hi Adam, Try Take Control Books. I have bought loads of them over the years (since 2004!). Cost to download PDF etc. Is around £11.30. There is a free sample available before you buy, (click on the brown book logo). Hope you find this useful. Paul Owen Sent from my iPad > On 15 Mar 2019,

Re: [sussex_mug] Blue and white G3 Help

Derek, Just a thought, it might be easier to buy/borrow a disk enclosure, take the HD out of the Blue & White and put the HD in that and connect to your current Mac. That may solve the problem of the connection from the HD to the outside world bypassing the Blue and White. Unless someone can

Re: [sussex_mug] Why is my iMac's name constantly changing?

Paul Owen > On 12 Oct 2018, at 20:28, 'Phil Tomlinson' via Sussex Mac User Group > wrote: > > I gave my iMac a name (let's pretend it was Bruce) Recently I noticed that in > Finder that this name was being changed by the addition of a number in

Re: [sussex_mug] Transfer of files to a 'new' (i.e.. used Macbook Air from my old one.

Personally I would use Migration Assistant. Start with a clean install of Mac OS and leave behind all the rubbish you are likely to have accumulated over the years, you then get all your documents and settings from Migration Assistant. A restore from SuperDuper would overwrite everything

[sussex_mug] Who are you?

Dear All, I would find it immensely helpful if people sending message to the group include at least there first name at end of their message. At present the only way to find out who sent the message are is to wade your way through the Headers information. What do others think? Paul Owen

Re: [sussex_mug] Helping old Macs, stay in touch ;)

Hi Adam. If the photos haven’t synced on their own between two devices ‘Photos’ folders, then: Put the photos in a folder and zip them (right click - compress). Then try emailing the zip file to yourself using Mail and an iCloud.com ( or .mac or .me) email address(s). Apple handles the big

Re: [sussex_mug] Strange behaviour in Photos

Referring to note 5 on the referenced website (which mentions EEA), on a recent trip to Hamburg my wife had a free battery replacement for her iPhone6s which was out of AppleCare cover. Earlier this year i had a free battery replacement for my iPhone6 (several years old) in Brighton, it didn’t

[sussex_mug] Heat

My old faithful Apple Cinema Display 20” suddenly turned itself off yesterday mid-afternoon (I have two more displays connected to my MacPro (2008)). Fearing the worst I shut everything down and went and hid in a dark cupboard! This morning I carefully turned everything back an and MY APPLE

Re: [sussex_mug] iPhone battery trouble

My wife last weekend popped into the Apple Store in Hamburg (Germany) with the same trouble you are having. She has a 6S and because the serial number was in a certain range they replaced the battery free of charge. You need to make an appointment before you go, otherwise you’ll need two trips