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