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Oct 2, 2023

This week's Mac Geek Gab covers cutting paper out of pictures and plopping it into Notes, new iPhone 15 battery optimization feature, tricks for new iPhone users, using tags versus folders in Notes, training iCloud's Junk Mail Filters, best multi-ended USB-C cables, making VPN apps possible on Apple TV with Tailscale, portable 1080P screens, wireless earbuds with interactive case screens

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Quick takeaways

Using smart folders in the Notes app improves organization and makes it easier to find and categorize information.

Jelly Cuts allows users to write shortcuts as code, providing a more efficient and flexible way to create and execute shortcuts.

The JBL Tour Pro 2 and Poly Voyager Free 60+ UC wireless earbuds offer touch-screen cases that provide control over various features, and both earbuds offer superior sound quality compared to AirPods Pro.

Deep dives

VPN on Apple TV

Apple TV now supports VPN apps, allowing users to connect to different regions and access content from various streaming services.

Issues with message syncing across devices

01:40

The Pros and Cons of Regularly Changing Passwords

01:22

Introduction

2min

Upcoming Hangout Session on Email Clients and Service Providers

13min

Discussion on Bartender and iMessage Troubleshooting

2min

Apple Email Delivery and iMessage Syncing

6min

Remote app feature and Fastmail sponsorship

4min

Organizing Notes: Folders vs. Tags

8min

The Importance of Using Tags in Feedback Emails

12min

Discussing the Importance of 2FA and Recommending a Multi-Ended Cable

4min

Using VPNs to Access Streaming Content from Different Countries

22min

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The Difference Between 1080p and 4K Resolution

10min

11.

Reminiscing, Show Title, Gratitude, and Learning Together

2min

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In this week’s Mac Geek Gab, Pilot Pete and Dave Hamilton dive into a treasure trove of quick tips and solutions for Apple enthusiasts. Right off the bat, they explore quirky functionalities like cutting paper out of pictures and plopping it into Notes, crafting stickers with iOS 17, and utilizing the optimized charging mode in watchOS 10.

The duo also delves into the iPhone 15’s new 80% battery optimization feature, while also revealing how a simple battery replacement could rejuvenate an aging iPhone. The discussion transitions into handy tricks for new iPhone users, ensuring they “Don’t Get Caught” in a data drought by re-enabling Low Data Mode, and how updating to tvOS 17 allows your iPhone to locate your elusive Siri Remote.

The second half of the show is a deep dive into listener questions, where the hosts unravel the conundrum of using tags versus folders in Notes and training iCloud’s Junk Mail Filters to behave. They also navigate the maze of password management, debating the merit of frequent password changes.

Tech aficionados will appreciate the segment on the best multi-ended USB-C cables and a roundup of cool finds like the Jellycuts app for writing Shortcuts as code, making VPN apps a reality on Apple TV with Tailscale, and a review of portable, budget-friendly 1080P screens.

The episode wraps up with a look at wireless earbuds with interactive case screens, keeping listeners tuned in to the latest gadgets and gizmos in the Apple ecosystem.

Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned:

00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1002 for Monday, October 2nd, 2023
- The MGG Discord Server is Live!
- The MGG Merch Store is Live!
00:02:27 MGG Zoom Hangout on Sunday, 10/8, 7pm EDT: Let’s Talk Email Clients and Service Providers!
Quick Tips
- 00:00:01 Mac-QT-Cut Paper Out of Picture and Put it in Notes
- 00:05:06 Todd-QT-Make Stickers with iOS 17 and Store in a Stickers album
- 00:06:13 JT Ray-QT-watchOS 10’s Optimized Charging Mode for Some Models
- 00:07:15 DLH-iPhone 15 Battery Optimization Gets New 80% Option
  - AlDente
- 00:10:50 Aron-QT-Replace Your Battery for a Faster iPhone
- 00:12:45 QTs for Bartender
- 00:15:48 Larry-QT-iMessage Could Take Up To 24 Hours to Propagate on a New iPhone
- 00:18:46 QT-Re-enable Low Data Mode if you got a new iPhone (or a new eSIM)
- 00:20:24 QT-Update to tvOS 17 and your iPhone can Find your Siri Remote
Sponsors
- 00:23:34 SPONSOR: Fastmail, the email provider who puts your privacy first. Visit Fastmail.com/MGG for 10% off your first year
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Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared!
- 00:26:42 Jeepster-Are Tags or Folders better in Notes?
- 00:35:09 Bill-How to train iCloud’s Junk Mail Filters?
  - SaneBox
- 00:42:03 Allison – Changing Passwords Often might not be the best advice
  - Synology 2FA
- 00:47:47 William-Best USB-C Capable multi-ended cables?
  - Rolling Square inCharge XL
Show Business
- 00:51:36 Premium Thanks
Cool Stuff Found
- 00:54:04 CSF-Stephen Robles’ SuperMute Shortcut
  - ToolboxPro
- 00:57:31 Saurabh-CSF-Jellycuts to write Shortcuts as Code instead of Drag-and-Drop
- 01:00:02 Andrew-CSF-Tailscale for Apple TV – VPN Apps now Possible on AppleTV (also Rod L/PorthosJon)
- 01:07:49 Inexpensive, 15” 1080P Screens
  - INNOCN N1F PRO 1080p 15” Portable Screen ($114)
  - ViewSonic VA1655 ($112)
- Dave’s 4K Option
  - KYY 4K Screen ($220)
- 01:15:04 Wireless Earbuds Whose Cases Have Interactive Screens
  - JBL Tour Pro 2 ($250)
  - Poly VFREE 60+ UC ($295)
- 01:20:56 CSF-iHeartRadio to get your local game broad
01:21:50 Mac Geek Gab 1002 Outtro
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