OS X Yosemite is Good to Go!
New Operating System for Macs
After having worked on OS X 10.10 Yosemite for the past few months we can honestly say that we like the new operating system. Instead of going into all the new features here, you can see what Apple has to say about it: https://www.apple.com/osx/
But... as with all new operating systems, there are some things to consider before upgrading:
Check Your Software
If you are moving from OS X Snow Leopard, keep in mind that things like AppleWorks, MS Office 2004, and certain older software programs will not work in OS X Yosemite. Check carefully with the software company's website on any business critical applications that you may use to ensure that they will function in OS X 10.10.
Check Your RAM
OS X Yosemite uses RAM more efficiently, but the more the better. If you have 2 GB of RAM consider upgrading to at least 4 GB for a better experience. You can stop by Crucial.com to see what upgrades are available. http://www.crucial.com
Check Your Backup
Only brave people upgrade without confirming that their backup is working. Double check that you have a good backup of your system before going to the App Store and downloading Yosemite.
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| Family Sharing on iOS 8 and OS X Yosemite
Mr. Rogers Told Us to Share
With iOS 8 for your iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch, along with OS X 10.10 Yosemite, Apple has announced a new service called Family Sharing over iCloud. It allows a family to share App and iTunes purchases between members. It also creates a shared calendar and Photo Stream.
You can initiate the setup right from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch under Settings -> iCloud. Remember that you will want the "Master Sharer" to be the person (parent) under whose iTunes Account most of the content is purchased.
For more information check out: http://www.apple.com/icloud/family-sharing/
For detailed instructions and Apple's FAQ, visit: https://www.apple.com/support/icloud/family-sharing/
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When to Upgrade Your iPad
Three Things to Ponder
Yeah, Apple came out with all these new shinny iPads, so many of us wonder if we should run down to the Apple Store and replace our aging iPad 2s. I've been asked this question many times in the past month, so here are three things to consider to see if you are do for an update.
1.) Do You Have An iPad 1?
If you do, you should upgrade. They don't run the current iOS 8 and were even out of date a year ago. If you have an iPad 1 (if no camera, it's an iPad 1) you should consider updating.
2.) Can you run all of your Apps?
If all the apps that you use run and run well on your iPad, then there's no real reason to update unless you want to. Even the iPad 2s can still run the current operating system. If the apps that you use run slowly or you are running out of space, then upgrading is a consideration.
3.) Is it cracked, broken, or loses charge?
The older the device gets, the less efficient the battery is. If you only get an hour or so out of a charge, or if it's cracked, chipped, or otherwise mangled, upgrading isn't a bad idea.
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