Query 46: A Party in Your Optical Drive

Stephen and Mikah answer listener questions for the final time on Query, and things get weird.</p> <h4>This episode of Query is sponsored by:</h4> <ul> <li><a href="http://pingdom.com/relayfm">Pingdom</a>: Start monitoring your websites and servers today. Use offer code QUERY to get 30% off.</li> <li><a href="https://awaytravel.com/query">Away</a>: Travel smarter with the suitcase that charges your phone. Get $20 off with the code ‘query’.</li> </ul> <h4>Links and Show Notes</h4> <h5><a href="https://www.relay.fm/clockwise" target="_blank">Clockwise - Relay FM</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://www.theincomparable.com/sim/" target="_blank">Somehow I Manage - a podcast from The Incomparable</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://www.relay.fm/connected" target="_blank">Connected - Relay FM</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://www.relay.fm/mpu" target="_blank">Mac Power Users - Relay FM</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://512pixels.net/gear/" target="_blank">The Gear I Use – 512 Pixels</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://dsc.cloud/ismh/IMG_3897.jpeg" target="_blank">Stephen's Desk</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://dsc.cloud/ismh/DSC00006.jpg" target="_blank">Stephen's Collection</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://www.relay.fm/liftoff/87" target="_blank">Liftoff #87: Apollo 8 - Relay FM</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mikahsargent/" target="_blank">Mikah D. Sargent (@mikahsargent) • Instagram photos and videos</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://www.instagram.com/stephenmhackett/" target="_blank">Stephen Hackett (@stephenmhackett) • Instagram photos and videos</a></h5>

00:56:03

Query 45: The Penultimate Query

Mikah talks about the benefits of the Hue Bridge, and walks through his desk setup before he and Stephen dive into iMessage syncing, Apple's Podcasts app and more.</p> <h4>This episode of Query is sponsored by:</h4> <ul> <li><a href="http://pingdom.com/relayfm">Pingdom</a>: Start monitoring your websites and servers today. Use offer code QUERY to get 30% off.</li> <li><a href="http://simplecontacts.com/query20">Simple Contacts</a>: Contact lens prescriptions from home: Use offer code QUERY20 for $20 off your first order of contact lenses</li> </ul> <h4>Links and Show Notes</h4> <a rel='payment' href='https://relayfm.memberful.com/checkout?plan=21917'>Support Query with a Relay FM Membership</a> <h5><a href="https://www2.meethue.com/en-us/products.starter-kits#filters=STARTER_KITS_SU&sliders=&support=&price=&priceBoxes=&page=&layout=12.subcategory.p-grid-icon" target="_blank">Hue products - Meethue | Philips Lighting</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://www2.meethue.com/en-us/p/hue-bridge/046677458478" target="_blank">Hue Bridge | Philips</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://www2.meethue.com/en-us/p/hue-dimmer-switch/046677473372" target="_blank">Hue Dimmer switch | Philips</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today/episodes/424?autostart=false" target="_blank">iOS Today 424 Smart Home Starter Kit</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://dsc.cloud/ismh/mikah-desk-3" target="_blank">Mikah's desk</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://flyingpapersoftware.com/" target="_blank">unDock- The Ultimate Eject Utility</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT208532" target="_blank">Keep all your messages in iCloud - Apple Support</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201079" target="_blank">Family purchases and payments - Apple Support</a></h5>

00:52:20

Query 44: Letting Thunderbolt Down

More on smart garage doors, then the differences between USB-C and Thunderbolt 3.</p> <h4>This episode of Query is sponsored by:</h4> <ul> <li><a href="http://pingdom.com/relayfm">Pingdom</a>: Start monitoring your websites and servers today. Use offer code QUERY to get 30% off.</li> </ul> <h4>Links and Show Notes</h4> <a rel='payment' href='https://relayfm.memberful.com/checkout?plan=21917'>Support Query with a Relay FM Membership</a> <h5><a href="https://twitter.com/jaredrdavis/status/1060200923333451776" target="_blank">Jared R Davis on Twitter</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://www.smartthings.com/" target="_blank">SmartThings. Add a little smartness to your things.</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://thunderbolttechnology.net/blog/difference-between-usb-c-and-thunderbolt-3" target="_blank">The Difference between USB-C and Thunderbolt 3</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://www.apple.com/thunderbolt/" target="_blank">Thunderbolt - Apple</a></h5>

00:28:03

Query 43: For an Eyesore, It’s Not Bad

There are new iPads and Macs out, so Mikah and Stephen dive in before talking about smart garage door openers, Screen Time and more.</p> <h4>This episode of Query is sponsored by:</h4> <ul> <li><a href="http://pingdom.com/relayfm">Pingdom</a>: Start monitoring your websites and servers today. Use offer code QUERY to get 30% off.</li> </ul> <h4>Links and Show Notes</h4> <a rel='payment' href='https://relayfm.memberful.com/checkout?plan=21917'>Support Query with a Relay FM Membership</a> <h5><a href="https://www.apple.com/shop/product/MUFG2AM/A/usb-c-to-sd-card-reader" target="_blank">USB-C to SD Card Reader - Apple</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://www.apple.com/shop/product/MU7E2AM/A/usb-c-to-35-mm-headphone-jack-adapter" target="_blank">Buy USB-C to 3.5 mm Headphone Jack Adapter - Apple</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://www.cultofmac.com/588024/ipad-pro-usb-c-hub-hyperdrive-video-headphone-sd/" target="_blank">USB-C hub for iPad Pro offers video, headphones, more ports | Cult of Mac</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FFSV1RY/" target="_blank">Amazon.com: USB-C & Headphone Adaptor</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://www.myq.com/apple-partnership" target="_blank">Apple HomeKit Automation Devices | MyQ</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://inthemoment.io/faq" target="_blank">Moment FAQ</a></h5>

00:35:02

Query 42: From Blue to Yellow and Back Again

Mikah and Stephen go through a few HomeKit questions, then pack their bags and go on the Speed Run.</p> <h4>This episode of Query is sponsored by:</h4> <ul> <li><a href="http://pingdom.com/relayfm">Pingdom</a>: Start monitoring your websites and servers today. Use offer code QUERY to get 30% off.</li> <li><a href="https://awaytravel.com/query">Away</a>: Travel smarter with the suitcase that charges your phone. Get $20 off with the code ‘query’.</li> </ul> <h4>Links and Show Notes</h4> <a rel='payment' href='https://relayfm.memberful.com/checkout?plan=21917'>Support Query with a Relay FM Membership</a> <h5><a href="https://labs.meethue.com/news/three-ways-to-get-more-out-of-your-motion-sensor" target="_blank">Philips Hue Labs | Test new Philips Hue features and scenes!</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XCCPB85/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=sl1&tag=512pixel-20&linkId=2cfa4c079044ca794da0854c28768ec9&language=en_US" target="_blank">Amazon.com: iClever Himbox Bluetooth Car Receiver, Wireless Hands-Free Car Kit with Built-in Mic, Dual USB Car Charger & Magnetic Base, Echo and Noise Reduction, Multi-Point Access, Support Siri, 3.5mm Aux Cable: Car Electronics</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H1PYNG6/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=sl1&tag=512pixel-20&linkId=ecee36c6d652ce98aec09695970d498e&language=en_US" target="_blank">Amazon.com: Charge Stream powerstation Wireless - Made for Qi-Enabled Smartphones, Tablets, and Other USB Devices (6,040mAh) - Black: Cell Phones & Accessories</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://www.pillpack.com/" target="_blank">PillPack - Pharmacy Simplified</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Charger-Anker-Premium-Desktop-Delivery/dp/B072K5ZJXF/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=sl1&tag=512pixel-20&linkId=32ae4bd62322c68ae6a641129ad7907c&language=en_US" target="_blank">Amazon.com: USB C Wall Charger, Anker Premium 60W 5-Port Desktop Charger with One 30W Power Delivery Port for iPhone XS/XS Max/XR/X/8/7/6/Plus, MacBook, Nexus 5X/6P, and 4 PowerIQ Ports for iPhone, iPad, and More: Cell Phones & Accessories</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00X5SP0HC/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&psc=1&linkCode=sl1&tag=512pixel-20&linkId=dd8066ee5ab7afa68e836d5d1bc8bbfe&language=en_US" target="_blank">Amazon.com: Portable Charger Anker PowerCore 20100mAh - Ultra High Capacity Power Bank with 4.8A Output, External Battery Pack for iPhone, iPad & Samsung Galaxy & More (White): Cell Phones & Accessories</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://www.caseyliss.com/2018/10/17/go-pack-2018" target="_blank">Go Pack, 2018 Edition — Liss is More</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://d.pr/i/xg5wmX" target="_blank">Example Photos Smart Album</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://macpaw.com/gemini" target="_blank">Gemini 2: The Best Duplicate File Finder for Mac. Smart selection and fast scan.</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://d.pr/i/aL5VGU" target="_blank">Mikah's Faces Directions</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201517" target="_blank">Move your Photos library to save space on your Mac - Apple Support</a></h5>

00:41:59

Query 41: The Power of the Smart Home

Mikah dives deep into HomeKit devices, automation and more while Stephen makes plans for additional home automation. </p> <h4>This episode of Query is sponsored by:</h4> <ul> <li><a href="http://pingdom.com/relayfm">Pingdom</a>: Start monitoring your websites and servers today. Use offer code QUERY to get 30% off.</li> <li><a href="http://simplecontacts.com/query20">Simple Contacts</a>: Contact lens prescriptions from home: Use offer code QUERY20 for $20 off your first order of contact lenses</li> </ul> <h4>Links and Show Notes</h4> <a rel='payment' href='https://relayfm.memberful.com/checkout?plan=21917'>Support Query with a Relay FM Membership</a> <h5><a href="https://www.apple.com/ios/home/" target="_blank">iOS - Home - Apple</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://www.imore.com/how-connect-non-homekit-devices-homekit-using-homebridge" target="_blank">How to connect incompatible accessories to HomeKit using Homebridge | iMore</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://nest.com/" target="_blank">Nest | Create a Connected Home</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://www2.meethue.com/en-us/products.starter-kits#filters=STARTER_KITS_SU&sliders=&support=&price=&priceBoxes=&page=&layout=12.subcategory.p-grid-icon" target="_blank">Hue products - Meethue | Philips Lighting</a></h5>

00:32:38

Query 40: Wild Shirts and Ski Masks

What's the difference between Screen Time and Downtime? Is Apple deleting movies from users' libraries? Those topics, plus homescreen arrangement, the iPhone XR and more.</p> <h4>This episode of Query is sponsored by:</h4> <ul> <li><a href="http://pingdom.com/relayfm">Pingdom</a>: Start monitoring your websites and servers today. Use offer code QUERY to get 30% off.</li> <li><a href="http://molekule.com/">Molekule</a>: The only air purifier that actually destroys pollutants. Use query for $75 off.</li> </ul> <h4>Links and Show Notes</h4> <a rel='payment' href='https://relayfm.memberful.com/checkout?plan=21917'>Support Query with a Relay FM Membership</a> <h5><a href="https://www.cnet.com/news/no-apple-didnt-delete-that-guys-movies-heres-what-really-happened/" target="_blank">No, Apple didn't delete that guy's movies. Here's what really happened - CNET</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://apple.stackexchange.com/questions/336824/screen-time-how-to-disable-downtime-limitations-in-safari" target="_blank">ios - Screen Time: how to disable Downtime limitations in Safari? - Ask Different</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://www.apple.com/iphone-xr/" target="_blank">iPhone XR - Apple</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://support.apple.com/apple-configurator" target="_blank">Apple Configurator - Official Apple Support</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://amzn.to/2Ifdp2W" target="_blank">Amazon.com: MicroBot Push (2nd Generation) - Wireless Robotic Button Pusher for Smart Home Automation (Platinum White): Home Improvement</a></h5>

00:28:12

Query 39: A Tractor Trailer Full of Cash

Today, Apple announced new iPhones and Apple Watches, so we dive into the details.</p> <h4>This episode of Query is sponsored by:</h4> <ul> <li><a href="http://pingdom.com/relayfm">Pingdom</a>: Start monitoring your websites and servers today. Use offer code QUERY to get 30% off.</li> </ul> <h4>Links and Show Notes</h4> <h5><a href="https://www.apple.com/watch/compare/" target="_blank">Apple Watch - Compare Models - Apple</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://512pixels.net/2018/09/apple-watch-series-4-slightly-larger-than-series-3/" target="_blank">Apple Watch Series 4 Slightly Larger Than Series 3 – 512 Pixels</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://twitter.com/neilcybart/status/1039953426510110720" target="_blank">Neil Cybart on Twitter: "Larger Apple Watch Series 3 (red dot) vs larger Series 4. New one is thinner to a degree that it’s noticeable.… "</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2018/09/redesigned-apple-watch-series-4-revolutionizes-communication-fitness-and-health/" target="_blank">Redesigned Apple Watch Series 4 revolutionizes communication, fitness and health - Apple</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://families.google.com/familylink/" target="_blank">Google Family Link - Home</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/12413/microsoft-account-what-is-family" target="_blank">What is Microsoft family?</a></h5>

00:53:15

Query 38: He Was Cared for by Animals

Which email service is right for kids? What's the best way to use Migration Assistant? How do you set a geofence in Reminders when your home doesn't have an address? All this and more this week!</p> <h4>Links and Show Notes</h4> <h5><a href="https://relayfm.memberful.com/checkout?plan=21917" target="_blank">Become a Query Member!</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://www.apple.com/family-sharing/" target="_blank">Family Sharing - Apple</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://families.google.com/families" target="_blank">Google Families</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://support.google.com/families/topic/7336641?hl=en&ref_topic=6149867" target="_blank">Google services & your child's Google Account - Google For Families Help</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204350" target="_blank">How to move your content to a new Mac - Apple Support</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://www.caseyliss.com/2016/7/2/new-mac-who-dis" target="_blank">Starting Anew on macOS — Liss is More</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://512pixels.net/projects/aqua-screenshot-library/" target="_blank">Aqua Screenshot Library – 512 Pixels</a></h5>

00:26:56

Query 37: The Answer is in Your Heart

Everyone's homescreen is different, and that's okay.</p> <h4>This episode of Query is sponsored by:</h4> <ul> <li><a href="http://pingdom.com/relayfm">Pingdom</a>: Start monitoring your websites and servers today. Use offer code QUERY to get 30% off.</li> <li><a href="http://molekule.com/">Molekule</a>: The only air purifier that actually destroys pollutants. Use query for $75 off.</li> </ul> <h4>Links and Show Notes</h4> <h5><a href="https://d.pr/i/tO9YRU" target="_blank">Stephen's Homescreen</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://d.pr/i/PWojsf" target="_blank">Stephen's Wallpaper</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://d.pr/i/ANxC12" target="_blank">Mikah's Homescreen</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://www.dropbox.com/sh/18y3p27agbibyul/AADObFhcwPA0iPbMCq9aDHB1a?dl=0" target="_blank">Mikah Wallpapers</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://unsplash.com/" target="_blank">Unsplash</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201834" target="_blank">Use your Mac notebook computer in closed-display mode with an external display - Apple Support</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LPdc7pDWPtg" target="_blank">The Titanium PowerBook G4 - YouTube</a></h5> <h5><a href="https://www.relay.fm/membership" target="_blank">Become a Relay FM Member!</a></h5>

00:41:25