679: New OS, Old Problems

In this episode of Command Control Power, the hosts discuss early experiences with the macOS 27 "Golden Gate" beta, noting it feels snappy and stable but breaks QuickBooks, leading one host to keep QuickBooks on a headless Mac mini running macOS 26. They cover upcoming Apple Intelligence features, including AI-assisted file renaming, Safari profiles and AI-suggested tab grouping, page-change notifications, and Apple Passwords' potential to automate password changes (which appears incomplete in testing). The conversation compares Apple Passwords with 1Password, explains passkeys with client-friendly metaphors and technical points, and notes issues caused by multiple password tools. They also review AirPods Pro 3 fit and changes, discuss hearing-aid functionality on AirPods Pro 2/3, and share troubleshooting tips for Splashtop permissions and an Apple Mail send bug tied to "check spelling before sending."

00:00 Show Kickoff

00:08 macOS Golden Gate Beta

01:47 Safari Tab Groups

06:18 Apple Intelligence Highlights

08:39 Passwords Auto Change

17:48 Passkeys Explained

24:01 Passkey Pitfalls

26:33 AirPods Pro 3 First Impressions

26:47 Better Fit Out of Box

27:07 Why Upgrade AirPods

28:08 Lost AirPod Find My

30:10 Sound Signature Debate

31:25 AirPods at Loud Venues

33:03 Hearing Aid Potential

37:00 Remote Setup iPhone Mirroring

42:08 Splashtop Permissions Trick

44:42 Fuzzy Mic Trend Rant

46:50 Apple Mail Send Bug Fix

49:17 Next Episode Teasers Wrap