Music - Original Mac Guy

Using Technology While Hiking and Backpacking

May 9, 2022March 17, 2022 by Jim Eagar

Reading Time: 6 minutesBut in recent years, especially since the advent of the smartphone, there has been an explosion of technology on the trail. Now there are tools for route-finding, for calling help in an emergency, for communicating without a cell signal, and for listening to music and reading.

My Favorite Deep Work Playlist

March 14, 2022 by Jim Eagar

Reading Time: < 1 minuteOver the years I’ve found listening to an appropriate playlist can enhance my experience of deep work at my computer, especially for writing.

My Impressions of AirPods Generation 3

May 9, 2022February 11, 2022 by Jim Eagar

Reading Time: 3 minutesWhen the new AirPods 3 came out, I read that they had a different design. Some reviewers indicated that they might be a better fit for some people. I decided to order a pair and see how they fit. Since Apple has a 14-day return policy, I could always return them if they didn’t fit better than my old ones.