The MacMost Newsletter: Issue #614
October 8, 2020
macOS Big Sur Course On the Way!
I've been working hard on a macOS Big Sur course. My plan is to release it on the same day Big Sur is released. And, of course, I'll do a limited-time sale for the first week or so. If you want to get an email notification when the course is ready, just click this link. 
With iPadOS 14 you can use an Apple Pencil to write anywhere you type. The writing will be converted to text in most cases so you can use your Apple Pencil as an alternative to the keyboard.
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You can use the free Apple Keynote app to make custom icons for your iPhone's Home Screen. You can use the shapes in Keynote and style them, or draw your own. Then use Shortcuts to place the icons on your Home Screen.
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A new feature of Keynote is the ability to embed a YouTube or Vimeo video right into a slide in your presentation. Then you can show the video without having to switch to a web browser.
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Check out the new Emoji characters coming soon to iOS 14.2 and macOS Big Sur. New Emoji will include a ninja, Mx Claus, a Dodo bird, the pinched fingers gesture and much more! Look for them later this month when iOS 14.2, iPadOS 14.2 and macOS Big Sur are released.
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There are many uses for your iPhone while camping, even if you don't have a connection. Be sure to protect your iPhone and bring along some additional power.
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Learn about what's expected at the new Apple event, how big tech is being scrutinized by the government, Windows Power Toys, New Emoji and more. Subscribe at iTunes...
I'm often asked about the software and gadgets I use to produce the MacMost videos and in my work as a developer. So I've compiled a list of the products I use and recommend. Check it out. -- Gary
MacMost is an ad-free user-supported website thanks to people like you! For as little as $1/month you can help and for $5/month you can become a member of Club MacMost where I share extra posts, tips, bits of video, and commentary. Club MacMost members also get 50% off all courses at the new MacMost Courses site. Here are the Club MacMost posts from this week: This Week In the MacMost Q&A Forum
- How Do I Import an m4a File Into Voice Memos?
- How Do I Send Text Messages With an iPad?
- How Can I Create a Geographic Triggered Notification?
- How Do I Quickly Store Received Emails Into Specific Mailbox or Mail Folders?
- How Can I Send and Receive Text Messages With My iPad?
- How Can I Block Messages Sent To Me?
- How Do I Instantly Dismiss Notifications From Keyboard or Even With a Mouse?
- How Sync Contacts & Calendar Among All Apple Devices?
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