Show Notes Hosts: Marty and Chris Episode Summary: In this festive episode of MacChat, Marty and Chris dive into essential tech tips, holiday shopping ideas, and Mac-related must-haves. The discussion includes favorite keyboard shortcuts, tips for choosing the right Mac, and comprehensive backup strategies to safeguard your data. Whether you're shopping for a tech enthusiast or upgrading your setup, this episode is packed with valuable insights for Mac users. And hey, Michael popped in with a mid-episode dub to save the day on a shortcut correction. We like to think of him as our "audio-editing superhero" with impeccable timing! Topics Covered: Keyboard Shortcuts Unlocked: - Control-Option-F7: Cycle through time, battery level, and Wi-Fi signal strength. - VO-M-M: Quickly navigate the Mac menu bar. - VO-Shift-C: Copy the last spoken phrase to the clipboard. - VO-Shift-Z: Save the last spoken phrase as an audio file. Choosing the Right Mac for the Holidays: - Overview of the latest MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, Mac Mini, and iMac models. - Differences between M1, M2, and M4 chips. - Balancing portability, power, and budget. Backup Strategies: - Cloud-based solutions: iDrive, Carbonite, and Backblaze. - Comparing features, accessibility, and pricing. - Using Time Machine as an insurance policy for your Mac data. Holiday Stocking Stuffers: - Must-have accessories like USB-C cables, hard drives, and adapters. - Magnetic charging cables and USB-C tips. - Apple AirTags and Tile trackers for keeping tabs on your belongings. Links Mentioned: Mac Geek Gab – Listen to their episodes here! Listener Engagement: Share your favorite keyboard shortcuts at feedback@unmute.show. Let us know your top holiday tech gifts or what’s in your stocking this year! Special Mention: Stay tuned for Braille tech insights with Chris on the first Thursday of every month in the Unmute Presents podcast feed. 🎙 Website: unmute.show 📧 Email: feedback@unmute.show Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/unmute-presents-on-acb-communi/edceda86-360e-40bd-8266-3fc1f54d7360 This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-431b7d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Unmute Podcast Network.