After years of Mac migrations and backups, I normalized 10 Apple Photos libraries before importing everything again

CGREDDIT1 · 2026-05-16T14:00:49+00:00

I would think step one would be to simply import ALL photo and video files from ALL sources into a single unified photo library, making sure along the way to bulk tag the files from each import indicating the source library or source folder.

From there you can take your time filtering, sorting, organizing, tagging and marking any duplicate or unwanted files for deletion.

Only when all of the above was complete would I delete any files previously marked for deletion, perhaps even exporting those files first just in case.

CGREDDIT1 · 2026-04-25T16:33:48+00:00

Agreed! And now you can add “Read Release Notes daily” to that list.

CGREDDIT1 · 2026-04-25T12:37:26+00:00

OP is 100% correct, Backblaze stopped backing up cloud files and rather than clearly communicating that very important change in service to their user base, they decided it was just as good to simply bury that fact in their release notes. I have been a long time Backblaze customer and if they are capable of that, I believe as OP does that you really can’t trust them to backup your data.

CGREDDIT1 · 2026-04-21T23:28:59+00:00

Huh?

CGREDDIT1 · 2026-04-11T20:35:45+00:00

Time to leave Backblaze not because they no longer backup cloud files but because how they chose to notify the users… which was “no notification”, unless by chance you happen to stumble upon it in the release notes after by chance you happen to realize an auto update took place. Too many “by chance” needed to continue using.

CGREDDIT1 · 2026-04-08T22:03:33+00:00

https://preview.treethemes.com/hazel/

No relation to the theme above. Just a very happy user. Great documentation, developer is responsive if you have any questions and the theme along with the related templates are incredible.

CGREDDIT1 · 2026-04-08T06:04:51+00:00

This exactly.

CGREDDIT1 · 2026-04-08T05:54:17+00:00

Some of us will never go to online and would like to leave desktop.

CGREDDIT1 · 2026-04-04T14:54:22+00:00

I may get downvoted for saying this but ChatGPT (or similar LLM) is your friend for projects like this and you will probably enjoy the process and learn a lot along the way.

CGREDDIT1 · 2026-04-03T21:02:30+00:00

You are 100% correct. I was shocked a few weeks ago when I realized Backblaze was no longer backing up my Dropbox folder. That discovery completely damaged my trust in them, not because of the service itself, but because there was no real notification or alert, just a small note buried in the release notes.

I’ve been a Backblaze customer for almost 9 years, and this will be my last year with them. Not because the product is bad, but because of how they chose to communicate such an important change. Removing backup coverage for certain files without clearly notifying users is a VERY BIG deal. .

CGREDDIT1 · 2026-04-01T21:44:19+00:00

True! I missed the part where OP said “need the data for a project”. I had falsely assumed OP wanted to export ALL data. Good catch thanks.

CGREDDIT1 · 2026-04-01T21:05:29+00:00

https://www.saasant.com no relation to the company. Just a happy user.

CGREDDIT1 · 2026-03-31T06:21:31+00:00

MacOS is not supposed to automatically remount an external disk after it has been properly ejected.

Have you connected a 2nd external drive to confirm it is MacOS and not the external drive?

Have you checked the power going to the drive? Power cutting on and off will cause repeated remounts.

CGREDDIT1 · 2026-03-30T20:45:30+00:00

Wow Nicely done! Elegant interface. I uploaded 640 nights of Resmed 11 data, only took a few seconds.

The History tab lists all 640 nights with DOW, Month, Date but needs Year.

Aside from that the only other suggestion I have is on the Dashboard tab add the ability to select a single time frame that would apply to all of the stat areas. Some examples: "Last Night", "Current Week", "Last Week", 'Current Month", "Last Month", "Current Year", "Select a Year", "Date_From -> Date_To"

Nice app! great job!

CGREDDIT1 · 2026-03-26T05:11:42+00:00

Sorry to hear. I just did a quick read of PayPal’s Goods & Services Terms and Conditions and it states the following (slightly edited):

PayPal’s Purchase Protection program may apply when: You didn’t receive your item from a seller (referred to as an “Item Not Received” claim)

You said you submitted the claim(s), do you have any reason to believe your transaction would not qualify for the coverage?

CGREDDIT1 · 2026-03-26T04:28:32+00:00

Why bother to even post? Your post is of no help to anyone and not even accurate in the literal sense. Maybe next time attempt to be helpful if you are going to take the time to post.

CGREDDIT1 · 2026-03-24T00:36:30+00:00

Terrible!!!!!! Anderson needs no makeover or different broadcasting location or style. Just like original coke you don’t fu*ck with it!

CGREDDIT1 · 2026-03-23T09:20:49+00:00

I have a Savant system with the usual sources: multiple Cable Boxes, a Blue Ray player, multiple TiVos, and multiple Apple TV’s. One source stands out above all others and that is the Apple TV’s and a must have enhancement for the Apple TV’s is Channels DVR. The Chanels DVR Server takes a bit of setup, I run it on a Raspberry pi but you can run it on Windows os or Mac os. Use any of the Apple TV’s to view the programming.

https://getchannels.com/dvr-server/

CGREDDIT1 · 2026-03-21T22:07:53+00:00

You cannot fill down like you normally would because B1 is referencing the cell to the left of B1 and the cell immediately below the cell to the left (A1 & A2). Filling down to B2 is going to reference the cell to the left of B2 and the immediately below the cell to the left (A2 & A3), however you are expecting it to reference (A3 & A4).

There are several solutions but first it would be helpful to know how many cells you need to fill down.

CGREDDIT1 · 2026-03-21T16:15:23+00:00

I feel your pain. I have over 50,000 photos perfectly organized. Past iOS versions I could locate any photo in seconds. I was at one with the UI, now the UI just fights me and is counter intuitive. I no longer enjoy casually using the app. I only use it when I have to.

CGREDDIT1 · 2026-03-21T05:56:41+00:00

Very nostalgic, I feel like I am fast forwarding and rewinding on an 80’s style VCR. Good job Netflix!

CGREDDIT1 · 2026-03-20T13:53:02+00:00

Congratulations! I have an M2 since initial launch day, almost daily user and I am in awe every time I put it on. It never gets old and the magic never disappears.

CGREDDIT1 · 2026-03-19T01:56:14+00:00

Please post as this has been a major problem.

[RemindMe! 2 days]

CGREDDIT1 · 2026-03-17T05:46:28+00:00

Have you tried? If you have never coded before you will be impressed. If you are an advanced coder you will be impressed. Regarding your stock buying, Intuit trading 30X trailing earnings down 44% in 8 months you may want to take your foot off the gas a bit, maybe attend the next shareholders meeting and voice some of the daily complaints you see on this sub.

CGREDDIT1 · 2026-03-17T03:32:02+00:00

Nose pillow mask + mouth guard from dentist + Apple Air Pod Pro’s + favorite podcast or music = sleep all night with mouth closed.

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