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Mints version 1.18 now shows floating-point numbers in hex

Did you know that, in 64-bit double floating-point format, the number pi is 4009 21FB 6000 0000? Now you can discover that, and reverse from hex to regular decimal, using Mints.

February 21, 2024 Macs, Technology

How to check quarantine, 64-bit, signature, and notarization for almost anything

Checking signatures, notarization, and 64-bit code on different items like apps, command tools, and Installer packages just got much simpler.

November 26, 2019 Macs, Technology

APPlayMIDI: a free 64-bit MIDI player

Are you missing QuickTime Player’s old ability to play MIDI files? Look no further – here’s a free replacement.

September 25, 2019 Macs, Technology

Using ArchiChect 1.2 to check for 32-bit code

This version can now open and check apps properly using its Open command, as well as by drag and drop. Essential to prepare for Catalina.

September 7, 2019 Macs, Technology, Updates

Last Week on My Mac: Prepare to upgrade

The Catalina upgrade promises to be the most complex for years, catering for loss of 32-bit support and its read-only file system. How are you planning to upgrade?

August 25, 2019 Macs, Technology

What is this ‘Compatibility Notification Data’ which Apple has just updated?

Part of Apple’s preparations for Catalina, this contains a list of major apps which are only 32-bit and will stop working when you upgrade to 10.15.

July 17, 2019 Macs, Technology

Will my app/tool/extension run on Catalina?

Confused as to what will and won’t run on macOS 10.15 Catalina? Here’s a clear guide for users from regular to advanced.

June 15, 2019 Macs, Technology

Next Week on My Mac: WWDC 2019

What’s coming at WWDC, and how will Apple profit handsomely from Marzipan even if it doesn’t help many developers?

June 2, 2019 Macs, Technology

ArchiChect version 1.1 has minor improvements

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It now checks its integrity against its signature when it opens, and offers an easy link to its product page from the Help menu.

May 24, 2019 Macs, Technology

32-bitCheck version 1.7 has minor improvements

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It now checks its integrity against its signature when it opens, and offers an easy link to its product page from the Help menu.

May 24, 2019 Macs, Technology

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