Opening with a hack about the Apple Watch weather app, hosts Dave Hamilton and Pilot Pete journey into diverse topics including naval aviation in Pensacola and how to navigate the tricky waters of Apple Mail’s spam filters. They exchange insights on Apple’s seemingly erratic spam filtering and propose potential solutions such as disabling the feature entirely or seeking mail hosts with robust spam filtering systems. A cautionary reminder: “Don’t get caught” with legitimate emails in your junk folder! The hosts continue with their deep dive into Apple’s ecosystem, discussing third-party alternatives to Finder like Forklift.

Tackling listener queries, Pilot Pete and Dave share solutions on importing burst photos and tips for managing Finder tabs. The show is also punctuated with helpful tidbits such as the value of keyboard shortcuts on iPads and Macs alike, as well as using the Adaptive Transparency feature of AirPods Pro Gen 2 for hearing protection.

As tech problems arise—such as MacBook Pros mysteriously disconnecting from the internet or wallpaper settings reverting to default—the hosts offer practical troubleshooting tips, emphasizing the importance of regularly checking settings and controls. The dynamic duo further delve into device management during power outages and offer advice on resetting the Apple TV remote.

Wrapping up the episode, your two favorite geeks discuss recent events at Plex, potential storage solutions, and share personal anecdotes, reminding listeners to continually engage, explore, and “Don’t get caught” in tech snafus.

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  • 00:00:01 QT-Apple Watch Weather – Tap in the middle of the hourly “circle” to change from temp, to temp+precip, to precip percentage
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  • 00:05:43 macOS Apple Mail catching too much spam
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  • 00:34:22 Aron-Using AirPods Pro 2 Adaptive Transparency for hearing protection.
  • 00:41:12 NedH-Mac Connects to Local Devices, but Not Internet. Why?
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  • 01:03:25 Bypassing a Bad Wi-Fi Chip
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