Mac Geek Gab — Apple Tips, Tricks, and Troubleshooting

Don’t Exposé Your Mac's Hidden Features

Jul 29, 2024

Discover handy Mac tips like command-clicking the Dock to find apps quicker. Explore the mysteries of disk space management and the surprising roles of APFS snapshots. Uncover some entertaining anecdotes about Siri and tech mishaps while brainstorming solutions for Apple’s trade-in concerns. Dive into the best portable Bluetooth speakers for your travels and get the lowdown on top Wi-Fi 6E mesh systems. Plus, learn cool app alternatives to spruce up your digital life while having a few laughs along the way!

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Tech Talks and Timers

02:04 • 10min

Mastering macOS Navigation

12:13 • 13min

Exploring Mac Call Features and Email Solutions

25:32 • 4min

Understanding Mac Disk Space Management

29:45 • 6min

Managing Storage and RAM for Optimal Performance on Macs

36:07 • 5min

Searching for the Perfect Bluetooth Speaker for a Camper Van

41:36 • 2min

Exploring JBL's Portable Speakers

43:21 • 6min

Tech Talk: Speakers and Wi-Fi Solutions

48:57 • 9min

Gratitude for Listener Contributions

57:45 • 3min

Tech and Travel: Fun Features for Mac Users

01:00:17 • 10min

App Alternatives and Personal Moments

01:10:11 • 7min

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Dive into this week’s Mac Geek Gab with Dave Hamilton, Pilot Pete, and Adam Christianson as they share invaluable quick tips and answer your burning questions. Discover how to command-click your Dock icon or use Siri for timer math to streamline your workflow. Got a tech issue? It might be cosmic karma or solar flares at play! If you’re not satisfied with Apple’s trade-in assessment, listener Badger advises taking it to an Apple Store—justice matters over logic! Plus, learn to disable wallpaper-click-hides-everything, one-handed map zoom on iPhone, and more. Remember, Don’t Get Caught without these tips!

As always, your questions were front and center. Wondering why your Mac’s free space didn’t grow after deleting files? Your three favorite geeks explain the mystery of APFS snapshots and recommend tools like CleanMyMac X and Carbon Copy Cloner. For those seeking the perfect portable Bluetooth speaker, the team shares their favorites, including the JBL Flip 6 and Go 3. Wi-Fi 6E mesh systems are also on the table, with top picks like Eero Pro 6E, Deco XE75 Pro, and Orbi Quad-Band 6E. Plus, cool stuff found this week includes Diptic for collages and Headway’s new CarPlay support. Tune in and Don’t Get Caught without your tech essentials!

00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1048 for Monday, July 29th, 2024
- July 29th: National Lasagna Day
Quick Tips
- 00:00:01 Jim-QT-Command-Click Dock Icon (and Spotlight Search) to Show in Finder
- 00:03:31 Jose-QT-Use Siri to do Timer Math for you
- 00:06:36 Are Karma or Solar Flares Causing Tech Issues?
- 00:10:00 Badger-QT-If you don’t agree with Apple’s trade-in reassessment, bring it into an Apple Store.
  - Justice Matters Over Logic!
- 00:13:08 Andrew-QT-Disable the Wallpaper-Click-Hides-Everything Option
- 00:16:01 Jim-QT-Hold Command in Spotlight Search Results to see WHERE a file resides
  - Exposé vs. Mission Control
  - Don’t Exposé Your Tips
- 00:20:53 rnDoug-QT-One-handed Map Zoom on iPhone
- 00:22:16 Mark M-QT-Mute the sound in Safari from the URL Bar
- 00:23:20 Phone calls ringing on your Mac…or not?
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Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared!
- 00:28:46 Adam-I Removed a Bunch of Files But My Free Space Didn’t Grow
- 00:37:59 Garry-1045-Eight is Not (always) Enough
- 00:41:35 Scott-What’s your favorite, portable Bluetooth Speaker that sounds good?
- 00:49:45 Chris (and many, many others)-QT-1047-Apple Watch Shuffle Mode Is Still There
- 00:51:23 Nick-Which Wi-Fi 6E Mesh should I get?
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Cool Stuff Found
- 01:00:35 RandyWalker-CSF-BananaBin: A Playful reminder that it’s time to empty your trash
  - ResEdit
- 01:01:44 QT-Use your hotel’s app to message for requests
- 01:05:34 CSF-Remote For Mac’s peer-to-peer mode
- 01:10:11 Enrico-CSF-Diptic for creating layouts and collages
- 01:10:53 CSF-Headway (in Setapp) now has CarPlay support
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