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Remote Access: VNC, Tail Scale, and Screens Connect
The hosts discuss various methods of remotely accessing computers, including using VNC with Apple's screen sharing, Tail Scale VPN, and Screens Connect. They also mention a solution to the battery drain issue on the Apple Watch.
Step into the world of Mac Geek Gab’s latest episode with Pilot Pete and Dave Hamilton, where tech tips and tricks are just a swipe away. Discover the simple yet game-changing tip of swiping to delete digits in iPhone calculators, and elevate your MacOS messaging efficiency with the ‘⌘E’ shortcut – proving that hoping for the best is never the plan in tech! Enhance your Waze experience by setting the ideal re-route threshold and ensure your navigational prowess never falters with offline maps. This segment is a goldmine for those looking to streamline their digital life, so don’t get caught without these hacks!
In the next phase, the podcast delves into practical solutions for everyday tech challenges. Learn to merge hundreds of videos on your iPhone seamlessly with tools like iMovie and DaVinci Resolve. Unravel the mystery behind Siri’s selective announcements, and explore how to reclaim your Mac’s elusive disk space. For remote access enthusiasts, discover the potential of Tailscale and Screens Connect for connecting to Windows machines from afar.
This episode is packed with valuable insights for tech enthusiasts and casual users alike, ensuring you’re always one step ahead in the digital world. Remember, in the realm of technology, “Don’t Get Caught” unprepared!
Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned:
- 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1011 for Monday, November 27th, 2023
- Quick Tips
- 00:00:01 Ben-QT-Swipe Left (or Right!) to Delete Typed Digits in iPhone…and Calculator
- Muscly Memorable
- 00:04:07 QT-MacOS Edit Last Message -> ‘⌘E’ is Edit Last Message -v- right clicking and hoping! (Hope is NOT a plan) + more! (Look at edit menu)
- 00:09:17 Porthos Jon-QT-Set Waze’s Re-Route Threshold
- Trust The Nav
- 00:12:32 Download Offline Maps to Your iPhone
- 00:14:17 Jeepster-QT-Downgrade from Sonoma to Ventura with Time Machine’s Help
- 00:00:01 Ben-QT-Swipe Left (or Right!) to Delete Typed Digits in iPhone…and Calculator
- Sponsors
- 00:19:55 SPONSOR: Green Chef makes eating well easy with plans to fit every lifestyle. Go to https://greenchef.com/mgg250 and use code mgg250 to get $250 off these fantastic meal kits.
- Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared!
- 00:22:04 Phil-How do I stitch together 400 videos on my iPhone?
- Stitching together in iMovie
- DaVinci Resolve (available for free)
- 00:32:16 John-Why Won’t Siri Announce Calls & Texts on my iphone 15?
- Beware Unmuted Pinned iMessage Chats
- 00:40:06 I Block Myself Sometimes!
- 00:42:10 Steve-Why is Free Disk Space a Mystery on my Mac?
- 00:49:21 Larry-How do I connect to my (remote) Windows Machine?
- 00:55:19 Stephen-Do Complications Increase Apple Watch Battery Usage?
- 00:22:04 Phil-How do I stitch together 400 videos on my iPhone?
- Show Business
- 00:57:04 MGG Premium Listener Contribution Appreciation Moment
- Cool Stuff Found
- 01:01:56 Ian-CSF-1008-Use WiFiman or Polycam for 3D Room Mapping
- 01:02:50 Eliot-CSF-1008–RoomScan Pro LiDAR for room mapping ($9.99 for LiDAR subscription)
- 01:03:46 DoItForMe-1008-CSF-magicplan for mapping your house to use with Netspot (Robert)
- 01:04:22 Case-CSF-Scan to CAD for home mapping
- 01:10:00 Lew (in France)-CSF-NavToPhoto to Get Back to That Great Restaurant
- 01:13:02 Patrick-Use an iPad as an External HDMI Monitor with iOS 17
- 01:17:05 Ed-CSF-Use iPhone as a no-additional-cost StreamDeck
- 01:18:57 Mac Geek Gab 1011 Outtro
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- Pilot Pete’s Aviation Podcast: So There I Was (for Aviation Enthusiasts)
- Dave’s Business Brain (for Entrepreneurs) and Gig Gab (for Working Musicians) Podcasts
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