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Mini’app’les Topic Meeting – September 19 – Notes & Links

September 20, 2023 by Pete Bockenhauer
The Backblaze logo with a pattern of question marks behind it.

Is Backblaze still the best cloud backup?

  • iOS 17 – Apple
  • iPadOS 17 – Apple
  • watchOS 10 – Apple
  • macOS Sonoma – Apple
  • iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus – Apple
  • iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max – Apple
  • Backblaze
  • Backblaze Product and Pricing Updates
  • IDrive Cloud Backup & Storage solutions for home and business
  • Backblaze B2 Pricing
  • Acronis Personal Cloud Backup Software
  • Arq Backup
  • Microsoft 365
  • Microsoft OneDrive
  • Google One
  • Google Workspace Individual
  • Google Workspace Business
Category: Meeting Notes & Links, Topic Meetings

Mini’app’les Topic Meeting, Tuesday September 19 at 6:00 p.m.

September 12, 2023 by Pete Bockenhauer
The Backblaze logo with a pattern of question marks behind it.

Is Backblaze still the best cloud backup?

*** Please note: This meeting will be both in-person and online. ***

Backblaze recently announced that they would be increasing their pricing (again) next month. Long considered the gold standard for online backup and the go-to option for pretty much anyone for a set it and forget it backup solution. But is the growing cost still worth it?

This month we will discuss other cloud backup options and compare them to Backblaze.

DATE

Tuesday, September 19

TIME

6:00 – 8:00 PM

IN-PERSON

Southdale Library (2nd Floor Conference Room)
7001 York Ave S, Edina, MN 55435
Google Maps / Apple Maps

ONLINE

Zoom conference room
Please email [email protected] to request the meeting link or RSVP on Meetup and it will become visible.

Category: Meeting Announcements, Topic Meetings

Mini’app’les Social and Q&A Meeting, Tuesday September 5 at 7:00 p.m.

August 29, 2023 by Pete Bockenhauer

Social and Q&A Meeting

Come join us for a virtual social and Q&A meeting! There is no set topic and you can come and go as you want. You can also bring any questions or problems you have that you’ve been wrestling with.

DATE

Tuesday, September 5

TIME

7:00 – 8:00 PM

ONLINE

Zoom conference room
Please email [email protected] to request the meeting link or RSVP on Meetup and it will become visible.

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Category: Meeting Announcements

Mini’app’les Topic Meeting – August 15 – Notes & Links

August 16, 2023 by Pete Bockenhauer
Several circles with iOS/macOS icons like Photos, Numbers, Messages, and Calendar. A Memoji of a man and woman.

iCloud Features and Alternatives

  • Apple – Support – System Status
  • Freeform on the App Store
  • Use Custom Email Domain with iCloud Mail – Apple Support
  • Advanced Data Protection for iCloud – Apple Support
  • Manage web access to your iCloud data – Apple Support
  • Manage your photo and video storage – Apple Support
  • Apple Books – Apple
  • EPUB 3.3
  • calibre – E-book management
  • Kindle Paperwhite, Oasis, Scribe & More E Readers | Amazon
  • Send To Kindle Landing Email Page
  • Kindle Store
  • Take Control Books – Expert Advice from Leading Tech Authors
  • Kobo eReaders
  • Libby App: Free ebooks & audiobooks from your library | by OverDrive
  • hoopla | streaming audiobooks, music, video & ebooks
  • Set up iCloud Drive – Apple Support
  • Access and manage your files in iCloud Drive – Apple Support
  • Google Drive – Personal Cloud Storage & File Sharing Platform
  • Microsoft OneDrive – Personal Cloud Storage
  • Dropbox.com
  • Box — Secure Cloud Content Management, Workflow, and Collaboration
  • Adobe Creative Cloud
  • SmugMug: Protect, Share, Store, and Sell Your Photos
  • Backblaze – The Best Unlimited Online Backup and Cloud Storage Services
  • Use iCloud to share and collaborate on files and folders – Apple Support
  • Use Notes on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch – Apple Support
  • Evernote – Note Taking App
  • Notesnook | Open source & zero knowledge private note taking app
  • Craft – Note Taking App
  • Set up iCloud Keychain – Apple Support
  • 1Password – Password Manager for Families, Businesses, Teams
  • What is Hide My Email? – Apple Support
  • Fastmail Masked Email
  • About iCloud Private Relay – Apple Support
  • AirTag – Apple
  • Chipolo – Find Your Everything
  • Why is my AirTag beeping? What each chime means | Tom’s Guide
  • iCloud+
  • Apple One
Category: Meeting Notes & Links, Topic Meetings

Mini’app’les Topic Meeting, Tuesday August 15 at 6:00 p.m.

August 3, 2023 by Pete Bockenhauer
Several circles with iOS/macOS icons like Photos, Numbers, Messages, and Calendar. A Memoji of a man and woman.

iCloud Features and Alternatives

*** Please note: This meeting will be both in-person and online. ***

iCloud is built into every Apple device. It keeps your photos, videos, notes, and more safe, automatically backed up, and available anywhere you go. With iCloud+, you get even more storage along with enhanced privacy features that protect you and your data.

However, there are many lesser known and even advanced features that you may not be using or know about. We will review some of these features that are available to you.

But maybe you’ve tried iCloud and you’ve found Apple’s offerings lacking in certain areas and have decided to look elsewhere for something more powerful or flexible to fit you better.

Let’s discuss some alternatives that you can either pair with iCloud or completely replace it.

DATE

Tuesday, August 15

TIME

6:00 – 8:00 PM

IN-PERSON

Southdale Library (2nd Floor Conference Room)
7001 York Ave S, Edina, MN 55435
Google Maps / Apple Maps

ONLINE

Zoom conference room
Please email [email protected] to request the meeting link or RSVP on Meetup and it will become visible.

Category: Meeting Announcements, Topic Meetings
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Welcome to the Minnesota Apple Computer Users’ Group based in the Twin Cities of metropolitan Minneapolis—St. Paul.

We’re a group of Apple users interested in sharing knowledge and experience with other Apple users and owners. Members vary from beginners to every day users to consultants. All ages are welcome. What we have in common is an interest and a desire to learn more about the Apple experience, regardless of focus. Within the group you’re bound to find someone with similar interests.

Come join us! There’s no obligation or cost to attend. Annual dues are very reasonable if you decide to join us.

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