Mac Geek Gab — Your Questions Answered, Tips Shared, Troubleshooting Assistance

Dave Hamilton, Pilot Pete & Adam Christianson
Mac Geek Gab — Your Questions Answered, Tips Shared, Troubleshooting Assistance
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Answers to your tech questions for your Apple devices and beyond. Dave Hamilton, Adam Christianson, and Pilot Pete come together weekly to answer your questions and discuss things of interest to Apple and Mac geeks, presenting them in ways that are both entertaining and informative for the average listener.

  1. Keyboard Kung Fu & Wi-Fi Wonders

    HÁ 21 H

    Keyboard Kung Fu & Wi-Fi Wonders

    Are you struggling to manage your digital photo collection? Don’t get caught with disorganized memories! In this episode of Mac Geek Gab, Adam, Pete, and Dave dive into the world of photo organization and archiving. They discuss strategies for managing large photo libraries, including creating separate libraries for different life stages and using external storage solutions. You’ll learn about the pros and cons of various backup methods and how to balance cloud storage with local options. The episode also covers a range of Quick Tips, including adjusting screen brightness in smaller increments and scanning text directly into Apple Notes. Plus, discover Cool Stuff Found like the INET network scanner for identifying devices on your home network. The geeks share their experiences with hotel Wi-Fi woes and offer advice on troubleshooting connectivity issues while traveling. Ready to take control of your digital memories and boost your tech savvy? Listen to this episode of Mac Geek Gab for expert insights and practical tips to enhance your Mac experience. 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1073 for Monday, January 20th, 2025 January 20th: National Camcorder Day Police Code 10-73 – How do you copy / Smoke report / “Mental Person” You Decide! NF-Listener MGG Monthly Giveaway – Win an MGG Hat from our new merch store! Quick Tips 00:00:01 Chris-QT-Shift+Option allows for granular brightness and volume adjustments Shift+Volume silences the tick sounds Option+Volume (or Brightness) launches the Settings pane for that 00:05:26 Tony-QT-Delete and ReImport Keyboard Shortcuts by making local pList file. 00:07:14 Alex-QT-Scan Text into Notes Directly! Compressification of the workflow 00:09:36 Searching in Photos will find based upon text in photos 00:10:01 QT-Swipe left towards center of Dynamic Island on iPhone to get the original menu bar back BitterPillBand.com 00:13:31 John-QT-Silence Unknown Callers is a setting 00:14:31 Gary-QT-Scroll down then swipe up iPadOS Screenshot Don’t Get Caught 00:19:45 Harvey-DGC-Apps hidden with FaceID don’t work in CarPlay Sponsors 00:24:33 SPONSOR: Coda, the one Doc to rule them all. Bring your text and tables together! Sign up at Coda.io/mgg for FREE. 00:25:49 SPONSOR: Indochino. For all your 2025 plans, look your best in INDOCHINO. Visit Indochino.com and use code MGG to get 20% off any purchase of $499 or more. 00:27:12 SPONSOR: BBEdit, the power tool for text from Bare Bones Software; now with integrated Notebooks and extended language support. Show Business 00:28:46 MGG Premium Listener Contribution Appreciation Moment Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared! 00:31:15 Allison-Why do some Mail messages on my iPhone swipe right to delete, others archive? 00:35:38 How do you archive your email each year? MailSteward Spark Mail on iPhone Stream Deck for managing email shortcuts

    1h19min
  2. Circling the Wi-Fi Drain at CES 2025

    13 DE JAN.

    Circling the Wi-Fi Drain at CES 2025

    Don’t get caught wasting hours on lackluster tech! In this episode of Mac Geek Gab, Dave and Pete bring you the cream of the crop from CES 2025. They dive into the most exciting and innovative products they’ve discovered, saving you the hassle of navigating the overwhelming show floor. From a game-changing 5K Thunderbolt display at an unbeatable price to smart swim goggles with heads-up displays, they’ve got you covered. But that’s not all! The hosts also explore cutting-edge AR glasses, Wi-Fi 7 travel routers, and a robot vacuum that can pick up and sort your clutter. They even discuss some impressive audio gear, including open-ear headphones with active noise canceling and compact speakers that pack a surprising punch. Ready to discover the coolest tech of 2025? Don’t get caught out of the loop – tune in to this episode of Mac Geek Gab for all the details and insider insights from CES! 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1072 for Monday, January 13th, 2025 January 13th: National Sticker Day Police Code 10-72 – Report progress of fire / Gun involved / D.O.A. MGG Monthly Giveaway – Win an MGG T-Shirt from our new merch store! MGG CES 2025 Sponsors CCC Backup from Bombich The Omni Group Private Internet Access Roborock eero Cool Stuff Found from CES 00:02:03 Viewsonic 27” 5K Thunderbolt Display $799 00:04:43 Form 2 Swim Goggles $279 00:07:07 Even Realities G1 Smart Glasses $549 00:10:12 TP-Link’s WiFi worked TP-Link BE3600 Wi-Fi 7 Travel Router (TL-WR3602BE) 00:14:59 Captify.Glass – Eyeglasses that transcribe in real time – March 2025 00:17:32 CES Coverage Sponsor: Roborock Saros Z70 with the retractable arm 00:21:12 Nova AI Companion 00:25:41 CES Coverage Sponsor: The Omni Group 00:27:11 Brisk It Zelos-450 Smart Smoker Grill 00:30:46 Intake Breathing Strips 00:33:50 For Me Buds 00:37:36 CES Coverage Sponsor: CCC Backup from Bombich 00:39:09 Komutr Headphones – ANC – MagSafe – ½” 00:40:54 Lytmi Cozyfit 2 Pro ANC Open Ear Headphones 00:44:28 SoundCore AeroFit 2 over-ear  B/T Earbuds – nice sound.

    1h4min
  3. They Dissolve Like You’re Thanos

    6 DE JAN.

    They Dissolve Like You’re Thanos

    Dive into the latest Mac Geek Gab where Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton kick off 2025 with a bang. From pre-CES discoveries like the 1MORE S70 Open-Ear Wireless Earbuds to clever Quick Tips, you’ll find tools to supercharge your Apple experience. Learn how to search sites with a quick JavaScript snippet, move your Photos library to an external drive, and add Apple items like weather to your menu bar. Whether it’s taming Safari’s new “Hide Distracting Items” feature or syncing iCloud Photos in iOS 18, the crew has you covered with answers to your pressing tech questions. Don’t get caught unprepared for the unexpected! Struggling with Wi-Fi interference, managing multiple Apple Homes, or dimming Safari’s display? They tackle it all, even diving into quirky fixes like disabling external monitor signals with BetterDisplay Pro. Plus, Cool Stuff Found features gems like Obsidian for Markdown and Elevation Lab’s 10-Year AirTag Battery Case. Packed with wisdom, laughs, and actionable tips, this episode is your ticket to staying geeky and in control. 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1071 for Monday, January 6th, 2025 January 6th: National Take a Poet to Lunch Day Police Code 10-71 – Advise nature of fire / Shooting MGG Monthly Giveaway – Win an MGG T-Shirt from our new merch store! MGG CES 2025 Sponsors CCC Backup from Bombich The Omni Group Private Internet Access Roborock eero Pre-CES Audio-related Cool Stuff Found 00:05:08 Barry-CSF-Three Shower Speakers: Infinity X1, Shower Power Pro, and JBL Clip 00:8:03 CSF-1MORE S70 Open Ear Wireless Earbuds 00:10:59 CSF-Soundcore Sleep A10 Sleep Earbuds Quick Tips 00:00:01 David-QT-iOS 18.3 adds control for iCloud mail rules 00:13:16 Alex-QT-iOS 18 returns Volume Bar to Lock Screen playback widget 00:15:51 Phil-QT-Site Search JavaScript javascript:Qr=prompt(‘Search%20Site%20for’,”);if(Qr)location.href=’https://www.google.com/search?&q=site:’+encodeURIComponent(window.location.hostname)+’+’+escape(Qr) 00:18:55 Andrew-QT-Add Apple items, like weather, to your menu bar. 00:20:21 James-QT-1068-Remember you CAN move your Photos library to an external drive Sponsors 00:24:37 CES 2025 COVERAGE SPONSOR: Private Internet Access VPN – Save 82% off your VPN service PLUS four free months with a two-year plan at PIAVPN.com/mgg. Don’t Get Caught 00:26:44 David-DGC-Mail stored On My iPhone disappeared! Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared! 00:30:00 Emily-how do I see if my photos are all synced to iCloud in iOS 18? 00:36:21 Chris-iMac M1 with wifi issues

    1h23min
  4. Resolve to Trim Your Fat (Binaries)

    30/12/2024

    Resolve to Trim Your Fat (Binaries)

    Are you tired of fumbling with your Mac’s settings every time you need to move it? Discover how to keep your device powered on while relocating it in this episode of Mac Geek Gab! Dave, Adam, and Pete dive into the world of portable power solutions for Mac desktops. From battery packs to inverters, they explore various options to keep your iMac or Mac mini running during short moves. The hosts also share their experiences with different setups, including daisy-chaining batteries for extended power backup. But that’s not all! This episode is packed with Quick Tips, including using ChatGPT with screenshots, rotating images in Preview, and discovering hidden features in the iPhone’s Calculator app. The team also discusses AirPods Pro as concert earplugs and troubleshoots trackpad issues. Don’t miss the hosts’ insights on Wi-Fi network naming conventions. Ready to become a Mac power user and never get caught off guard? Tune in to this episode of Mac Geek Gab for all these tips and more! 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1070 for Monday, December 30th, 2024 December 30th: National Bacon Day Police Code 10-70 – Improperly Parked Vehicle MGG Monthly Giveaway – Marked 2 for December, 2024 MGG CES 2025 Sponsors CCC Backup from Bombich The Omni Group Private Internet Access Roborock eero Quick Tips 00:00:01 ChatGPT accepts (and successfully-parses) screenshots, you know. 00:03:54 Hold Option Key to Reverse Photo Rotation Direction 00:05:50 Shortcut to re-open recently closed tabs 00:07:42 Jeff-QT-Put the Calculator into Conversion Mode with one quick tap 00:13:18 What’s Your WiFi network named…and why? 00:16:47 QT Keyboard -v- Mouse Click to Undo Spelling Auto-Correct MacOS 00:20:56 Andy-QT-Sometimes powering off isn’t powering off and you need to create a resistance issue 00:23:46 Andrew-QT2fer-Getting Apple Podcasts App NOT to crash. Managing System Integrity Protection 00:36:36 Bob-QT-1068-Thinning out fat binaries with CleanMyMac They’re still fat binaries to me 00:39:46 Using Active earplugs in AirPods Pro 2 Catalyst AirPods Case Sponsors 00:53:47 CES 2025 COVERAGE SPONSOR: Private Internet Access VPN – Save 82% off your VPN service PLUS four free months with a two-year plan at PIAVPN.com/mgg. Show Business 00:55:52 MGG Premium Listener Contribution Appreciation Moment Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared! 00:57:13 derjazzmeister-Password Syncing Across OS’s (missing?) 01:01:02 Avraham-Battery Option for a Mini / iMac? CyberPower 450VA Battery UPS a href="https://www.amazon.

    1h19min
  5. Geeks, Gear, and Grievances

    23/12/2024

    Geeks, Gear, and Grievances

    Are you tired of struggling with your Mac’s settings and apps? Discover how to streamline your tech life with Mac Geek Gab’s latest episode! This week, Adam, Pete, and Dave dive into a treasure trove of Quick Tips and Cool Stuff Found. Learn how to take screenshots of your Applications folder for easy reference, and explore the power of markdown for creating timeless, portable documents. Don’t get caught without knowing how to use your iPhone’s action button effectively or how to prevent holiday music from skewing your listening recommendations. The episode also covers the benefits of using an external DAC for improved sound quality on your Mac, and the importance of a good base layer for staying warm in cold climates. Plus, get expert advice on transferring settings and apps to a new Mac, and learn why sometimes it’s better to just listen rather than troubleshoot. Don’t get caught missing out on these valuable insights – tune in now! Ready to level up your Mac knowledge and solve those tech headaches? Click to listen to Mac Geek Gab and become a true geek guru! 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1069 for Monday, December 23rd, 2024 December 23rd: National Christmas Movie Marathon Day (and Festivus) Police Code 10-69 – Clear to Copy Transmission? MGG Monthly Giveaway – Marked 2 for December, 2024 00:03:00 MGG Monthly Giveaway – Marked 2 for December, 2024 Markdown MacSparky Field Guide for Markdown Zamzar 00:09:16 MGG CES 2025 Sponsors CCC Backup from Bombich The Omni Group Private Internet Access Roborock eero 00:12:00 Next MGG Hangout on January 19th, 4pm EST The Randos We Know Quick Tips 00:00:01 Andrew-QT-Print a list of your Mac’s apps for future installation needs 00:13:42 Tony-QT-Turn Off Apple Music Listening History For the Holidays! 00:18:31 Andrew-QT-Enable Column View in iPad Files App 00:19:35 Andy-QT-When in doubt, try Safe Mode Don’t Get Caught 00:23:53 Dave-I deleted files…and recovered some with Disk Drill (also Available on SetApp) ChronoSync CCC Backup Arq Minio on Synology Marius Sponsors 00:31:30 SPONSOR: OWC’s new Thunderbolt 5 hub is available and ...

    1h14min
  6. A Flotilla of Tips...and More!

    16/12/2024

    A Flotilla of Tips...and More!

    Struggling to find what you need on a website? Discover a game-changing search trick that will save you time and frustration. This episode of Mac Geek Gab is packed with Quick Tips, Cool Stuff Found, and a whole lot of tech wisdom to keep you ahead of the curve. In this episode, you’ll learn how to use Google to search specific sites more effectively, ensuring you never miss the information you need. The hosts also dive into the quirks of Apple’s update lists and share a nifty Quick Tip to refresh your app updates on iOS and macOS. Plus, get insights into managing your Apple devices, from resetting HomePods to optimizing your Mac’s storage. But that’s not all! Adam, Pete, and Dave explore the world of smart lighting with Yeelight Cubes, discusses the benefits of channels DVR for cord-cutters, and even touches on the art of creating booklets. Whether you’re a tech novice or a seasoned pro, there’s something here for everyone. Ready to level up your tech game? Tune in now and remember, “Don’t Get Caught” without the latest tips and tricks from Mac Geek Gab! 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1068 for Monday, December 16th, 2024 December 16th: National Chocolate Covered Anything Day Police Code 10-68 – Dispatch Message MGG Monthly Giveaway – Marked 2 for December, 2024 MGG CES 2025 Sponsors CCC Backup from Bombich The Omni Group Private Internet Access MGG Monthly Giveaway – Marked 2 for December, 2024 Quick Tips 00:00:01 Fred-Searching a specific site for content 00:03:57 John-QT-Always refresh the App Store update lists Apple iWork Updates this week 00:08:30 Tony-QT-Keyboard Shortcut for Shortcuts on the Mac 00:10:29 Bill-QT-A new way of putting screenshots on Clipboard 00:12:46 OurStanley-1067-Update full iPads with your Mac 00:13:20 Andrew-1067-HomePods can be plugged in and restored, too 00:14:29 Sonos and software 00:18:46 feedback@macgeekgab.com 00:20:05 Todd-QT-Paste links onto text in iOS and macOS 00:22:12 Todd-QT-Create a RAM Disk on your Mac…today! RAMDisk 00:25:21 Todd-QT-Pause a workout on your Apple Watch with crown+side button Sponsors 00:26:21 SPONSOR: Private Internet Access VPN – Save 83% off your VPN service PLUS four free months with a two-year plan at PIAVPN.com/mgg. Show Business 00:28:27 MGG Premium Listener Contribution Appreciation Moment Cool Stuff Found 00:31:01 Gary CSF-Rokform Rugged iPhone Case 00:34:02 Pascal-CSF-1067–Grand Perspective instead of Space Lens a href="https://www.omnigroup.

    1h18min
  7. Nothing Can Go Wrong.

    09/12/2024

    Nothing Can Go Wrong.

    Discover how a simple setting on your iPhone could be quietly draining your battery. This episode kicks off with a Quick Tip on managing your personal hotspot settings to save power. Learn how to optimize your device and keep it running longer. Join the Adam, Pete, Dave, and the Mac Geek Gab crew as they explore a variety of tech tips and tricks designed to make your life easier. From managing your iPhone’s battery life to using Siri more effectively on your Mac, this episode is packed with insights that will help you learn at least five new things. Whether you’re a tech novice or a seasoned pro, there’s something here for everyone. Dive into a lively discussion about the quirks of email syncing across devices and the challenges of finding the right app for printing booklets. Plus, enjoy a nostalgic chat about old iPods and the surprising ways they’re still useful today. And don’t miss the Cool Stuff Found segment, where you’ll discover apps and tools that can enhance your tech experience. Ready to learn something new and avoid tech pitfalls? Tune in to Mac Geek Gab and make sure you “Don’t Get Caught” without the latest tech tips and tricks. Click to listen now! 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1067 for Monday, December 9th, 2024 Police Code 10-67 – Person calling for help / Notify The ME / Check Officer’s Well-being Windows 1067: Process terminated unexpectedly 00:04:21 December 9th: National Pastry Day Is a muffin a pastry? 00:06:17 MGG Monthly Giveaway – Marked 2 for December, 2024 And congrats to Bart Pfeffer for winning the OWC giveaway last month! Quick Tips 00:00:01 QT-Disable “Allow Others To Join” your iPhone’s Personal Hotspot to save battery 00:06:50 Tap Cmd Button Twice to Call Up Siri 00:07:42 Troy-QT-Add Your Favorite Control Center Items to macOS Menu Bar 00:09:05 Bill-QT-Pages’ “Save As” command now gets a permanent home 00:10:42 Reinstall iOS on your iPhone from your Mac 00:14:34 Kurt-QT-See specific forecasted temperature and precipitation in iPhone Weather app Sponsors 00:16:20 SPONSOR: 1Password Extended Access Management solves the problems traditional IAM and MDM can’t touch. 1password.com/mgg 00:17:41 SPONSOR: BBEdit, the power tool for text from Bare Bones Software; now with integrated Notebooks and extended language support. Don’t Get Caught 00:18:59 Allison-QT-Shared Family Passwords are only as secure as your least-secure family member 00:21:03 Kiwi Graham-DGC-CleanMyMac 5 doesn’t (yet?) have Space Lens DaisyDisk 00:24:49 Andrew-DGC-Recreating Web Apps after Nuke & Pave Dr. Calculator BZGApps Unite & Coherence 00:28:47 Gary-FBI Warns to stop using SMS and RCS WhatsApp Signal

    1h21min
  8. The Musketeer…and those other guys

    02/12/2024

    The Musketeer…and those other guys

    🌎Full chapters with links at https://mgg.fm/1066 Unlock the Hidden Power of Your Mac! Ever struggled with selecting text in columns? Discover a game-changing Quick Tip that lets you select rectangular blocks of text across multiple lines using the Option key. This trick works in BBEdit, TextEdit, Pages, Preview, and even Microsoft Word. It's been around for decades, but many are still in the dark! In this episode, Pete, Adam, and Dave dive into the world of iPhone and Mac tips and tricks, ensuring you learn at least five new things every time you tune in. From using ChatGPT with Siri to sharing passwords seamlessly with family, we've got you covered. Plus, learn how to disable those pesky .DS_Store files on network drives to keep your syncing smooth. But that's not all! We explore Cool Stuff Found like the Ringo water bottle with a MagSafe holder and discuss the latest updates in Logic Pro 11.1. Whether you're managing your Mac's kernel extensions or finding the best PDF editor, we've got insights to make your tech life easier. Ready to level up your Mac game? Tune in now and remember, "Don't Get Caught" without these essential tips! 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1066 for Monday, December 2nd, 2024 ============================================= December 2nd: World Computer Literacy Day (also National Skip School Day & National Bartender Appreciation Day, so…hey, Ferb! I know what we’re doing!) Police Code 10-66 - Notify The ME / Check Officer’s Well-being MGG Monthly Giveaway Quick Tips ============================================= 00:00:01 QT-Uncle Jamie-Select text 00:04:24 PCUnix-QT-Tell Siri to use ChatGPT 00:05:47 QT-PorthosJon-Disable .DS_Store on Network drives OnyX defaults write com.apple.desktopservices DSDontWriteNetworkStores -bool TRUE 00:08:46 PorthosJon-QT-Trick to remote control an iPhone Share your screen in FaceTime on your iPhone or iPad 00:11:50 Steve Hammond-QT-Mac App Store can install large apps on external drives 00:13:48 Richard-QT-Use Space bar in Freeform to pan around the canvas Pages and Numbers on the web Google Drive Microsoft Office LibreOffice Synology Office DS423+ 00:19:07 QT-PorthosJon-New Password app - sharing passwords iPhone and Mac Password Sharing 1Password Family Bitwarden (self-hosted) Sponsors ============================================= 00:24:34 SPONSOR: Coda, the one Doc to rule them all. Bring your text and tables together! Sign up at Coda.io/mgg for FREE. https://coda.io/mgg Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared! ============================================= 00:26:02 Larry-Which PDF Software do you use these days? Nitro PDF (formerly PDFPen, and now it’s in Setapp!) PDF Expert 00:34:40 LockTutor-Frequent kernel panics Join our MGG Discord System and kernel extensions in macOS Use OnyX to rebuild the KEXT Cache (kernel extension cache) 00:41:24 Eric-1062-Do I need to worry about using Migration Assistant when moving from Intel to Apple Silicon? 00:47:49 The grocery store made Adam’s Mom change her iCloud Password Reset with Apple Support app on a borrowed device Apple Account Password Reset 00:53:00 Dave’s Dad’s Google Mail Stopped Authenticating 01:01:11 Screen sharing with family members Cool Stuff Found ============================================= 01:03:31 PorthosJon-CSF-Ringo Water Bottle with MagSafe 01:06:30 CSF-Logic Pro 11.1 lets you reorder mixer channels and adds Quantec reverb 01:08:56 Bruce-CSF-1064-Open Core Legacy Patcher really does work! 01:12:56 Tony-CSF-1063-BetterSnap Tool to manage your windows

    1h17min
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Answers to your tech questions for your Apple devices and beyond. Dave Hamilton, Adam Christianson, and Pilot Pete come together weekly to answer your questions and discuss things of interest to Apple and Mac geeks, presenting them in ways that are both entertaining and informative for the average listener.

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