Doing The AirPod Nod

🌎Full Shownotes with Links at https://mgg.fm/1065 Ever wondered how to make your Mac work smarter, not harder? This episode is packed with tips and tricks to enhance your Apple experience. Dive into the world of Mac tips with Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton as they explore listener Andrew's Quick Tip on formatting text in Apple Messages. Discover how simple keyboard shortcuts can transform your messaging game, making it easier to bold, italicize, and underline text. The hosts also tackle a variety of listener questions, from troubleshooting message threads on your MacBook Pro to extending AppleCare coverage. Plus, they discuss the pros and cons of using a Mac Mini as a server versus a Synology NAS, offering insights into optimizing your tech setup. Don't miss out on the latest Cool Stuff Found, including a retro games coding advent calendar and a nifty action button shortcut for your iPhone. These finds are sure to spark your curiosity and enhance your tech toolkit. Ready to learn five new things and ensure you Don't Get Caught without the latest Mac knowledge? Click play and join the Mac Geek Gab community for an episode filled with insights and fun! 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1065 for Monday, November 25th, 2024 ============================================= November 25th: Shopping Reminder Day Police Code 10-65 - Armed Robbery In Progress / Net message assignment The MGG Merch Store is Live! MGG Monthly Giveaway - OWC Express 1M2 for November, 2024 Quick Tips ============================================= 00:00:01 AndrewWoodward-QT-Bold and Italicize text in iOS 18 and macOS 15 00:04:28 Tony-QT-Rejuvenate your Magic Mouse with all that hot air 00:06:45 Doctor Lee-QT-”AirPod Nod” and Siri reads 2FA Codes 00:08:37 Hearing Assistance with AirPods Pro gen2 00:11:31 Hearing Protection with AirPods Pro gen2 00:14:31 Todd-QT-Command-Shift-E to Export a Photo in Photos 00:16:17 Dan-QT-Change Accent Color and Using Notes for ToDo List Settings - Appearance - Accent Colors 00:19:14 Tony-QT-Use the new Context Key on Apple Keyboards System Preferences → Keyboard → Keyboard Shortcuts → Keyboard → Show contextual menu 00:22:40 John-QT-Enable Full Disk Access for Disk Utility to make Disk Images 00:26:25 NibsUK-QT-Set all day reminders for untimed to-dos Sponsors ============================================= 00:28:46 SPONSOR: 1Password Extended Access Management solves the problems traditional IAM and MDM can’t touch. 1password.com/mgg 00:30:03 SPONSOR: OWC - This Black Friday, OWC brings Mac users unbeatable savings of up to 85%.. Discover the deals at macsales.com 00:31:24 SPONSOR: Incogni – Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code MACGEEK at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: http://incogni.com/macgeek Show Business ============================================= 00:33:00 MGG International Reviews 2024-10-31 00:35:29 Advertising and Your Privacy 00:40:37 Pete signed up for Incogni 00:42:25 MGG Premium Listener Contribution Appreciation Moment Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared! ============================================= 00:44:40 Gary-How do I extend AppleCare+ as Month-to-Month Review Your AppleCare+ Subscriptions 00:52:23 Joe-Mac mini vs. Synology DiskStation? OWC Mercury Elite Pro Quad OWC Thunderbay 4 Mini ownCloud 01:02:33 Mike-One Messages thread is read-only on my Mac Cool Stuff Found ============================================= 01:08:33 RandyWalker-CSF-Redact Privacy mass deletes your digital footprints 01:09:25 SccrHallways-CSF-Retro Games Coding Advent Calendar 01:11:30 PorthosJon-CSF-Baseus Nomos 8-in-1 Charging Station with MagSafe & AC Outlets 01:13:04 James-CSF-Action Button Shortcut with follow-on inputs 01:15:34 Grumpy (Mike)-1065-The BerylAX supports TailScale with an exit node 01:20:21 MGG 1065 Outtro ============================================= MGG Monthly Giveaway - OWC’s Express 1M2 SSD Enclosure for November, 2024