SLICES-16-09v2 - The Villages Apple User Group

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THE VILLAGES APPLE USER GROUP
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Thank You from our scholarship winner
Hi! This is Hannah Moody and I wanted to give you and the
rest of the Apple User Group a huge thanks.
I have settled into my dorm at FAU and was able to get my
first Apple computer, my MacBook Pro. Thank-you so much
for your generosity!
What’s Inside...
2 - Club Meetings & Dates
3 - Apple Support Groups
APPLE SLICES - SEPTEMBER 2016
EU hits Apple with $14.6 billion tax bill
From money.cnn.com:
Ireland must recover up to 13 billion euros ($14.6 billion)
in unpaid taxes from Apple, European officials said on
Tuesday.
The tax ruling is the biggest the European Union has ever
made regarding a single company, and it could spark a
huge transatlantic row over how Europe treats U.S.
companies.
4 - Club Photos
5 - Across The Board
6 - Favorite Websites
7 - iOS News
8 - MacOS News
9 - tvOS and watchOS
10 - Security News
11 - Potpourri
12 - Directory Assistance
Apple shares initially fell almost 3%, but then recovered
most of their losses. The company will appeal the
decision. It said the ruling upended the international tax
system and would damage jobs and investment in
Europe.
The European Commission, which administers EU law,
said the Irish government had granted illegal state aid to
Apple by helping the tech giant to artificially lower its tax
bill for more than 20 years.
Read Full Article Here...
Read Hannah’s Story Here...
Club Meetings & Dates
Meeting
TVAUG Club Meetings at Saddlebrook Rec Center
Day/Date
Time
Club Description
Monday
Focuses on the use of iOS with the
Sept. 12, 2016
iPhone and iPad.
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Includes a presentation.
APPLE iClub
www.AppleiClub.com
Second Monday of each month
APPLE 101 WORKSHOP
www.TVAUG.org
Third Tuesday of each month
APPLE HELP
www.TVAUG.org
Fourth Monday of each month
APPLE PLUS
GENERAL MEETING
www.TVAUG.org
Fourth Wednesday of each month
Presentation/ Program/Topic
Bob & Judy will be covering the new changes to macOS and
the trend towards the convergence of the different Apple
devices, allowing them to work better with one another.
Tuesday
Sept. 20, 2016
12:30 - 2:00 pm
A basics group geared to those new to the
Mac and Apple products.
Includes a presentation.
Shirley Land will be presenting her program on “Bookmarks”.
Plus Tom Bonanno will be covering “Safari 9 (El Capitan): Pin
frequently visited websites”.
Monday
Sept. 26 , 2016
6:30 - 8:30 pm
A non-structured HELP session where
users help other users
Members help members with any issues on all Apple devices.
Open to residents of The Villages and guests who have valid
Villages-issued guest passes.
Wednesday
Sept. 28, 2016
6:30 - 8:00 pm
A general meeting for all members
covering Club News and all things Apple.
Includes a presentation on a current topic.
Tony Crawford will covering the subject “Why do I need...
any of 24 mostly Apple products, services and apps?”
He will be getting feedback from the club. We hope!
The Villages Apple User Group (TVAUG) with over 1,300 members, helps both new and
experienced users get the most from their Macintosh computers and Apple iOS devices
(iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Apple TV, Apple Watch). The meetings have a social
atmosphere where members can network and connect with each other. TVAUG has several
meetings each month to provide help and information to members at any level. Other
nearby Support Meetings are also available at different locations.
Saddlebrook Recreation Center
3010 Saddlebrook Lane
The Villages, FL 32162
352-259-5377
Photo by Rich Gnaedinger
Check the meeting calendar above to choose the meeting(s) you plan to attend.
See you there!
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Other Nearby Support Groups
Check Locations Below
Meeting
Day/Date
Time
Club Description
Presentation/ Program/Topic
The Villages iPad Club
Tuesday
Sept. 6, 2016
1:30 pm
The group offers presentations that focus
on features and benefits of iPad, iPhone,
and iPod Touch.
The Villages iPad Club is led by Art Fenn. It is associated with
the Villages PC Computer and Technology clubs
Wednesday
Sept. 14, 2016
9:00 - noon
A non-structured help session where
Mac Users help Mac Users with any issues on all Apple
devices. Contact Tony Cottell, the “MUD man” for details.
(see Directory Assistance)
Friday
Sept. 16, 2016
9:00 - noon
A non-structured help session where
Mac Users help Mac Users with any issues on all Apple
devices. Contact Tony Cottell, the “MUD man” for details.
(see Directory Assistance)
Colony Cottage Recreation Center
First Tuesday of each month
MUD (Mac Users Drop In)
Paradise Regional Rec Center
Second Wednesday of each month
AUDI (Apple Users Drop In)
Paradise Regional Rec Center
Third Friday of each month
Saddlebrook Recreation Center
Colony Cottage Recreation Center
Paradise Regional Recreation Center
3010 Saddlebrook Lane
510 Colony Blvd.
1403 Paradise Dr.
(352) 259-5377
(352) 750-1935
(352) 753-0637
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Club Photos
Membership Meeting, Sign-ups
Meeting Winners!!
Paul Goda - Carole Martin
and Help Session
-----------------------WARNING!! Dex is playing with a
new filter app - Prisma
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Across The Board
The Villages Apple User Group Executive Board - 2016
President
Vice President
2nd Vice President
Dexston Reed
Webmaster
Bruce Mitchell
Membership Chairman
Had Oshry
We all know about the features of
FaceTime for audio and video calls to
friends and family who have Macs and
iPhones and iPads. But what if your
friend or brother-in-law bought an
Android phone? You could use Skype
and a few others but Google has a new
app for your iPhone called Google Duo.
It was available as of August 19 in the
App Store. You don’t need a Google
account to use it. The limitation is no
group calling like Skype. Google says
voice calling features are coming. Duo
works over your wifi network and the
interface is simple and clean. So you
might want to give it a try. The person
with the Android phone also needs to
install the software.
Here is some helpful information from
your membership chairman. Annual
membership dues are $10 per couple.
A user name and password are created
when first registering and that allows
access to the member section of our
website.
Apple will be unveiling its latest iPhone on
September 7, 2016. If you have never
watched the event you can go to twit.tv at
1p.m. to watch the proceedings.
If you have an Apple TV you can download
the app-TWIT and watch Leo LePort and
friends give you an analysis of the new
Apple iPhone. If you do not have an Apple
TV you can watch TWIT,TV on any Apple
device.
I have been fan for a number (too many to
remember) years of TWIT and find it to be
the most up to date program(s) on Apple
devices and software.
Two of the shows I watch religiously are IOS
Today and MacBreak Weekly. In addition
you can watch Security Now, Tech News
Today, Triangulation, Know How, The Tech
Guy, and so forth.
The new location for Slices can be
found at https://slices.tvaug.org or click
on the Slices logo on Page #1.
Video presentations of our meetings
can be found here.
This is a work in progress as we try to
improve the video quality.
The best way for members to renew
their membership is to use the online
process. That frees us up at meetings
to register new members and give out
pickups in a timely manner.
A lost name badge has a $2
replacement fee. New badges are
printed around 11 AM the day of the
meeting. If you are a new member
registering for the club after that time,
your name badge will be ready at the
following meeting. You must have your
member’s badge and it needs to be an
up-to-date membership to be eligible for
the Apple iTunes card drawing.
“Technology brings the excitement,
helps look into the future, and make us
brave enough to try to shape it.”
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Secretary
Treasurer
Mike Carr
Shirley Land
Okay, I sent you a direct link to this
issue of Slices, just like always. And I’ll
do it again next month!
So what’s all the fuss about signing in
to your personal page on the web site?
If Slices arrives through a direct link,
who needs to worry about usernames
and passwords? Well, for one thing,
when you log into your page and click
on Slices you can review the whole
year’s crop of newsletters. And there’s
even an archive where you can delve
into this club’s history a bit.
How will I know if my membership
expired? Refer to the colored “dot” on
your printed name badge to check the
month/year for renewal (Ex.: 09/16).
Can I pay my dues with cash or a
check? No. With nearly 1,400
members, paying dues online is much
more efficient than the old paper apps.
When you submit your online
membership app on tvaug.net, you pay
with PayPal, using either your PP
account or a personal credit card. Your
receipt will be emailed to you from PP.
And there’s a button to click to review
our meeting presentations, as well as a
bunch of videos to look at. Or you can
review your personal profile and bring it
up to date. Your personal page is
where you can sign up for Google
Group, probably the most valuable tool
we have to offer members.
“Oops! I paid twice. Now what?” If you
pressed the “Submit” button twice,
sending in a double payment, don’t
panic. Simply send me an email to let
me know. After I confirm, I will issue a
credit on your PayPal account, and you
will receive a confirmation email.
Yes, you’ll still get your Slices though a
direct link. But there’s a lot more service
waiting for you when you sign into your
personal page. Try it even if you don’t
need it right now. You’ll find a link to
directions and a video on the front page
of our website, tvaug.org.
Are you receiving emails from TVAUG
with meeting/membership information?
If you have multiple email addresses,
the one printed on your name badge is
the email we use to contact you.
Remember to update your information
on tvaug.net.
Favorite Websites for Apple Users
macworld.com
Macworld is your best source for all things Apple. We
give you the scoop on what’s new, what’s best and how
to make the most out of the products you love.
osxdaily.com
News, tips, software, reviews, and more for Mac OS X,
iPhone, iPad.
appleinsider.com
One of the Internet's premier sources of information
for all things Apple, catering to several million unique
visitors each month. Additionally, AppleInsider
features one of the most established Apple and
Macintosh forums communities, with over 100,000
members.
macmost.com
Video Tutorials, News and Insights for Apple Users
pcclassesonline.com
Free access to entire library of video tutorials for all
things Apple
macsales.com
Other World Computing
Get the best performance and extend the usefulness of
your Mac with OWC. High-quality meets highperformance with OWC Memory, OWC SSDs (we have
upgrades for Air and Retina too!), OWC Drives,
Thunderbolt drives and accessories, optical drives,
batteries and more. Protect and enhance iPhone, iPad,
and iPod with cases, headphones, screen protectors,
batteries, stands and more.
lynda.com
Lynda.com is a leading online learning company that
helps anyone learn business, software, technology
and creative skills to achieve personal and
professional goals. Excellent video tutorials by world
class instructors.
macrumors.com
MacRumors attracts a broad audience of both
consumers and professionals interested in the latest
technologies and products. We also boast an active
community focused on purchasing decisions and
technical aspects of the iPhone, iPod, iPad, and Mac
platforms.
apple.com/support
Learn about Apple products, view online manuals,
get the latest downloads, and more. Connect with
other Apple users, or get service, support, and
professional advice from Apple.
Do you have other favorites sites you use for news,
information and help with your Apple products?
If so, feel free to send them to Chuck Palmer and
we’ll share them with other members. Thanks!!
9to5mac.com
9to5mac is one of the largest websites tracking Apple
and Apple products.
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iOS News & Tips
10 Things You Didn’t Know Siri Could Do
Convert Currency in Spotlight Search for iOS
Siri keeps getting better and better. Here are some things that you may now know
Siri can help you with. For instance, you can get random numbers, create and
populate lists, get baseball statistics, set recurring events and more.
Spotlight Search for iOS now has the ability to perform currency calculations and
conversions using up to date exchange
rates.
This is a handy built-in feature for travelers
and it’s built right into the latest versions of
Spotlight for iOS on iPhone, iPad, or iPod
touch. To convert any currency, open
Spotlight from the Home Screen of iOS by
pulling down on an icon, then enter the
following syntax types, specifying the
currency to start with and to convert to.
For example:
• 1 USD to EUR
• 1 USD to GBP
• 500 CAD to USD
Watch Video Here...
6 surprising things you can do with your smartphone
These are just examples, as any major
world currency is supported for
conversions in iOS.
With more than 2 million apps in the Apple App Store, there are tons of things you
can do with your smartphone beyond making calls and texting. Here are some of
the most innovative apps that make your smartphone do things you’ve never
imagined.
Measure Your Heart Rate
Control Your Vehicle From Anywhere
Hunt For Treasure
Measure Height And Distance
Level Objects
See In The Dark
You can specify the three letter shorthand
for the currency or if you aren’t sure, you
can actually type out the entire currency
name as well. You can even “ASK Siri”. As long as the iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
is connected to the internet it will pull the most up to date exchange rates for the
currency conversion.
See how on komando.com here...
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MacOS News & Tips
Getting Out Of Your Comfort Zone on Your Mac
How to Use Apple Hardware Test to Diagnose Mac Problems
Most computer users get accustomed to how they use their computers. But OS X
includes many customizable settings that you may like better. Look at how you can
use a vertical dock, full screen apps, tap-to-click and sticky keys to alter your Mac
user experience.
One of the definitive ways for an average user to determine if their Mac has a
hardware problem is to run Apple Hardware Test or Apple Diagnostics, which is
what we’re going to show you how to do in this tutorial. Yes, most Mac users will
experience plenty of years of trouble-free computing, but sometimes hardware
problems can surface. Perhaps it’s a failing disk drive, bad memory, a GPU issue, a
motherboard problem, or a different hardware issue, there are a myriad of potential
hardware troubles that can surface, even if they are rare.
Watch Video on MacMost...
How to Take a Screen Shot On Your Mac
The good news is that Apple Hardware Test can check to see if there are indeed
hardware issues to look into, and you can run it yourself with just a little effort.
You can take simple screen shots on your Mac by learning just a few easy keyboard
shortcuts. You can grab the whole screen, just a section, or just a window. You can
also create a file with the screen shot, or copy it to the clipboard to use in another
app.
Note that Apple Hardware Test runs on Macs built in 2013 and before, whereas
newer Mac models will run Apple Diagnostics instead. The appearances are slightly
different as are the names, but the ability to test the hardware for problems is the
same regardless of how things look or what they are called. Testing Apple hardware
for troubles works the same on all Mac models, whether it’s an iMac, MacBook,
MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, Mac Mini, or Mac Pro, and the version of Mac OS or
Mac OS X on the computer does not matter.
Read Full Article on osxdaily.com...
Ed. Note: I use this so much I had to pass this little video on - chuck.
Watch Video on MacMost...
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tvOS and watchOS News
Where does the Apple TV go next?
More info about watchOS 3 -- coming this fall.
For as long as it’s been in existence, Apple TV has wanted to be something more
than what it is. Whether it was purchasing and renting movies, downloading games
and apps, or simply watching live programming, Apple’s digital media player has
always been a step or two behind its expectations.
The newest version of the watchOS operating system, watchOS 3, was
introduced at the Worldwide Developers Conference on June 13, 2016.
watchOS 3 is a significant update to the operating system, introducing new
apps, new watch faces, and impressive performance improvements.
According to Apple, "it's going to feel like a whole new watch."
Even as it’s
matured from a
Mac-reliant box to a
standalone
streaming dynamo,
there’s always
been a sense that
Apple TV’s
potential is greater
than its reality. And
while it may have
graduated from its
hobby status,
there’s still a sense
that it’s a secondary
device, something that adds value to the existing ecosystem but doesn’t really
stand on its own.
At least not yet. During Apple’s third-quarter earnings call last week, Tim Cook
teased a future for Apple TV beyond voice-controlled viewing and simplified signins: “You shouldn’t look at what’s there today and think we’ve done what we want to
do,” he said. "We’ve built a foundation that we think we can do something bigger off
of.” The message is clear:
After nearly 10 years in existence, Apple TV might finally be ready for its closeup.
Read Full Article on MacRumors Here
Read Full Article on MacWorld Daily here...
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Security News
Apple advises immediate update to
Why “ilovefreshsashimituna” is a
iOS 9.3.5 after discovery of Spyware
great password
*** IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ ***
Apple released an update to iOS 9 on Aug. 25th —
iOS 9.3.5—that patches multiple critical zero-day
vulnerabilities that have been shown to already
have been deployed, allegedly by governments to
target activists and dissidents, according to a
report from Citizen Lab and Lookout Security.
Apple turned around an update within 10 days from
when the company received Citizen Lab’s initial
report. The update is recommended immediately
for all iOS 9 devices.
When used together, the exploits allow someone to
hijack an iOS device and control or monitor it
remotely. Hijackers would have access to the
device’s camera and microphone, and could
capture audio calls even in otherwise end-to-end
secured apps like WhatsApp. They could also grab
stored images, tracking movements, and retrieve
files.
Read Full Article Here...
It's possible that you
have the wrong
impression about
hackers. They are
sometimes portrayed in
movies as nerdy
teenagers, hiding in their
parents' basements, trying to guess your passwords. That is
not typically how it is done.
Viruses, Worms and Spyware—Yikes!
A Look at Malware Terminology
When you read about computer security and
malware, the terminology can be dizzying. You may
feel that you've entered a world with some very
strange words whose meanings you can only guess
at. In order to help you understand malware, here's
a look at the most common terms used to describe
malicious software that can harm your computer and
mobile device, and threaten your security and
privacy.
These days it's more likely that dozens of hackers are
working together in an office building somewhere. They try
breaking into computer systems and ultimately take over your
computer, demanding a ransom to give it back. Or they could
try making a fast buck by selling your usernames and
passwords on the Black Market.
They use sophisticated computer systems to scan through
hundreds of thousands of passwords very quickly. These
computer systems are excellent at guessing passwords.
Until now, we've all been told that a good and secure
password requires at least eight or nine characters, using
both upper and lower case letters, a number or two, and a
few symbols. But not everyone adheres to those warnings
because it's difficult to remember a password made up of
gibberish.
Now for the good news: Researchers at Carnegie Mellon
University say that passphrases are just as good for your
online security as what we've been taught.
Read Full komando.com Article Here...
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Read on for a comprehensive look at malware
terminology, including viruses, worms, spyware,
and all the other dangers that threaten your Mac and
your data.
Read Full Intego.com Article Here...
Potpourri
Follow-up on June Snug pilot from its
Give Old iPhones and iPads a New Lease on
Have you checked out the deals and
CEO and Co-founder
Life
info on the Apple Users Group yet?
We had an article in the June issue of Slices about
a pilot for a new, personal safety app being offered
by Patronus (formerly BlueLight). Click here for a
description of the app. The following is an excerpt
from an email sent to us.
By Geoffrey A. Fowler (wsj.com)
Updated Aug. 10, 2016
This month's issue carries an article by Tom Piper of
the Apple User Group Advisory Board, who was a
featured presenter at MacStock 2016. Many people
miss getting together for Macworld, and MacStock
offers a way to connect with other Mac users and
fans.
“I wanted to share an update with you about how
Snug's pilot went! Thank you so much for including
the note about the pilot in your June 2016 issue of
Slices as we had multiple people join the pilot from
the newsletter.
“When asked how much more secure participants
felt after using Snug, 93% said they felt more
secure. 47% saying slightly more secure and 47%
saying much more secure.
When asked how likely they were to recommend
Snug (on 1-10 scale), 78% of respondents were
very likely to recommend (9 or 10 rating). 93%
would recommend.
With this great news, we decided to make Snug
publicly available. It's $9.99/month or $99/year for
the service.” - Preet Anand, CEO.
From their August 15th Bulletin:
Check out their Resources, Deals (with and without
codes) and News & Events sections here.
I’ve got a museum of old gadgets once destined to change
the world that now just look quaint. The original Apple iPhone
sits snuggled next to Teddy Ruxpin, the talking bear.
Many of us keep a dusty box or drawer of cast-away tech,
even if we don’t all treat them like antiques. These gadget
graveyards fill up because we upgrade our phones, on
average, once every 29 months and buy cheapy “disposable”
tablets and other gear without thinking twice.
So what if you could give that old smartphone or tablet a
second life? This week, I resurrected five old phones and
three tablets dating back to the Samsung Galaxy S3, the
iPhone 3Gs, and the first iPad. (Sorry, original iPhone, you’re
beyond saving.) With a few simple weekend projects, you
can awaken your tech Rip Van Winkles—and even save
some money.
Read Full Wall Street Journal Article...
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Directory Assistance
Title
Official Websites
Last Name
First Name
Email
Phone
Bonanno
Tom
Advisory Board & Helper
[email protected]
352.750.2200
c: 860.941.7015
Carr
Mike
Secretary
[email protected]
352.430.5512
Cottell
Tony
The ‘MUD’ man -- Advisory Board & Helper
[email protected]
352.775.2666
Crawford
Tony
[email protected]
c: 352.321.7845
Eberle
Don
50/50 Chairperson
[email protected]
352.750.4508
Feeney
Cyndi
[email protected]
c: 561.945.1818
Feldman
Mark
[email protected]
352. 301.4209
c: 407.409.3915
Fortlage
Carol
[email protected]
216.524.0439
c: 216.952.7747
TVAUG Website
www.TVAUG.org
Contact: Bruce Mitchell
Member Site
www.TVAUG.net
Contact: Had Oshry
The iOS Site
www.AppleiClub.com
Contact: Bob & Judy Voorneveld
MUD & AUDI
Contact: Tony Cottell
Paradise Rec Center
753-0637
Hellekson
Nancy
[email protected]
c: 352.460.2730
Kim
Erika
[email protected]
352.683.7948
Land
Shirley
Treasurer
[email protected]
352.259.9516
Martin
Carole
Apple Ambassador -- Advisory Board & Helper
[email protected]
352.205.6192
McNutt
JJ
Photographer -- Advisory Board & Helper
[email protected]
352.268.2953
Mitchell
Bruce
1st Vice President -- Webmaster
[email protected]
c:586.321.0960
Slices on TVAUG Website
Muhs
Ed
Vice President Emeritus - Advisory Board & Helper
[email protected]
c: 315.529.4198
https://www.slices.tvaug.org
Oshry
Had
2nd Vice President -- Membership Chairman
[email protected]
352.753.7237
Palmer
Chuck
Editor / Apple Slices
[email protected]
c: 302.584.2212
Reed
Dexston
President
[email protected]
352.751.7208
Reed
Judy
Membership Co-Chairman
[email protected]
352.751.7208
Todd
Joan
Program Chairperson -- Advisory Board & Helper
[email protected]
352.753.0939
Tribble
Sue
[email protected]
352.250.2236
Voorneveld
Bob & Judy
AppleiClub.com Advisory Board & Helper
[email protected]
352.259.3840
Williams
Ruth
[email protected]
352.323.4805
Winters
Tom
[email protected]
352.638.2863
Wood
Bob
[email protected]
352.750.3561
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The Villages iPad Club
Contact: Art Fenn
[email protected]
Contact: Bruce Mitchell
Contributions to Apple Slices
We encourage everyone to submit articles for
consideration for inclusion in your TVAUG
newsletter - Apple Slices.
Send articles to Chuck Palmer

SLICES-16-09v2 - The Villages Apple User Group

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