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• camc said: I found that an encrypted backup is even better, in case you have to deal with ransomware attacks.Maybe it is worth taking in consideration units that offer snapshot duplications with complex encryption keys. I had to face a ransom…

  in NAS roundup: Best network attached storage options for Mac, iPhone, and iPad users Comment by mdirvin May 2018
• I just received an e-mail from B&H, mine has been shipped for delivery on 1/3/2018.  Specked with a 10 core, 2 TB SSD, 64 GIG, and Vega 64/16G video card.  So built to order have already arrived. Mike

  in iMac Pro arrives at Apple's retail stores Comment by mdirvin December 2017
• They have managed to get a few accounts by social engineering.  Both my wife and I have gotten several e-mails during the past month telling us there was suspicious activity on our iCloud accounts.  Of course there was a link there to click on the v…

  in Hackers attempt to extort Apple with threat to remotely wipe iPhones, iPads Comment by mdirvin March 2017
• I'm sure no one will never know what the issues were.  After the Snowden revelations  Apple has to be  very concerned with any vendor's networking equipment that is brought in. Apple has the right to purchase equipment from whomever they choose with…

  in Server firmware security incident in 2016 forced Apple to sever ties with vendor Super Mic... Comment by mdirvin February 2017
• Quote: Originally Posted by Marvin  I don't know why there has to be a library that manages the files at all. When you look at Spotlight, it is a database that indexes files as soon as they arrive on a drive but Spotlight itself never does an…

  in Leica, Apple working to fix Monochrom DNG bug that could erase Photos app library Comment by mdirvin May 2015
• "Stacked Rack from Mars", I never knew. I'll have to watch this.

  in HBO Now on Apple TV highlights hypocrisy in Apple's 'no porn' rules Comment by mdirvin April 2015
• "To bad it doesn't actually work. My iPad was stolen right out of my car at the metreon garage and it's been pending erasure since November. Pretty sure the thieves just jail broke it, or decided to never take it online, and I'm still shit out of lu…

  in Apple's Activation Lock drives iPhone thefts down 40% in San Francisco, 25% in New York Comment by mdirvin February 2015
• Quote: Originally Posted by fallenjt  how the hell your camera's specs fulfilled all requirements 2 years ago but now? It has some improved features that I want.  Since I have the funds why not??? Same with the iPhone, I had a 5S, before it …

  in Apple Watch predicted to account for 36% of company's revenue growth in 2015 Comment by mdirvin January 2015
• I'm not sure you can predict the future buying habits on the past. Remember film cameras, you would purchase a pro-body, and expect it to last many years somewhat like a quality watch. Now they are updated every few years, and cost a lot more. I …

  in Apple Watch predicted to account for 36% of company's revenue growth in 2015 Comment by mdirvin January 2015
• I have to admit I'm in a quandary on what to do.  After the announcement I decided to try LR.  I know how difficult change is for people, and that many times after the trauma of being forced to make a change they find out its really not that bad.  W…

  in Adobe announces Lightroom 5.7 with new Aperture and iPhoto importer tool, Black Friday subscription Comment by mdirvin November 2014
• Quote: Originally Posted by iLoveStuff    Is Apple being compelled to allow MCX apps in the app store if MCX is denying the use of Apple Pay with it's partners?      CurrentC isn't even a viable option at this point.  It was conceived in 2012, a…

  in MCX merchants restricted to CurrentC payment system, using Apple Pay incurs fines Comment by mdirvin October 2014