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Based in Los Angeles, Goodman Consulting is an Apple product consulting firm specializing in Mac, iPhone, iPad, and FileMaker Pro. Since 1987, we have provided consulting, training and custom software services to individuals and small businesses that don't have in-house IT support. We also specialize in helping IT departments of larger businesses and enterprise organizations that might need an extra bit of help. For the last few decades, other IT consultants around the country have called upon us to help them when they're in over their head.

We provide expert services for:

macOS setup, computer administration, upgrades, networking, PC migration to Apple products, remote access, and more
Mac, Pad and iPhone deployment by Apple certified consultants
Computer Training by Apple certified trainers
Troubleshooting for macOS, iOS and iPadOS as well as integration into Windows networks
Computer pre-purchase consultation to make sure you get the right device that will last
FileMaker Pro database development and consultation by Claris certified consultants

We listen to you and work with you to simplify your business and develop tools that will allow you to streamline your workflow. As Expert-level certified Claris FileMaker Pro developers, we can develop custom software for your organization when an "off the shelf" software product is not available to fit your database and project management needs.

We work very closely with Apple and Claris and their products to provide state-of-the-art solutions that take advantage of cutting-edge technologies. We’ve been part of Apple’s consulting program (now the Apple Partner Network) longer than any consulting firm in the world and we are one of a handful of firms nationwide that are certified in all versions of macOS going back to when Apple started certifying in 2001. We are also known for training "techies" in addition to consumers and end users.

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Subject: Important Security Reminder – Phishing Attacks Are Increasing

Phishing attempts are becoming more aggressive and far more sophisticated across all computer platforms — including the Mac. For many years, Mac users were less frequently targeted, but that has changed. Demand for Macs has grown despite overall declining PC sales in the last few years and the scammers know this. Today’s “bad guys” are specifically designing attacks aimed at macOS users. Because of the very high level of security baked into macOS and iOS/iPadOS, social engineering, including “phishing”, has been the leading method of attacking Apple’s customers.

Annoyed by Spam Callers? Screen Them Out!

If you get lots of spam phone calls, Apple had previously provided a way to silence unknown callers so they go straight to voicemail. But, what if you’re waiting for an important call and you don’t know the number they will be calling from like a doctor’s office, an airline, or a delivery service? Your iPhone can now screen out the bad guys and still allow welcome calls to come through.

New Windowing Feature on iPadOS 26

Although window control doesn’t turn an iPad into a MacBook Pro (and it shouldn’t), it’s a welcome new feature, especially if you’d like to use multiple apps simultaneously or side-by-side.

Apple Unveils New iPhone 17 Lineup, Updated Apple Watches, and AirPods Pro 3

Apple’s September harvest brings the new iPhone 17 lineup and the iPhone Air, three new Apple Watch models, and the AirPods Pro 3, plus release dates for iOS 26 and macOS 26 Tahoe. Get the details and our upgrade advice.