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

Like a Caveman!

Oct 30, 2023

Special guest Adam Christianson joins Dave Hamilton and Pilot Pete on this episode. They discuss quick tips like opening QR codes on iOS without a secondary device and mastering keyboard shortcuts for Finder. They also cover topics like Amazon ending IFTTT integration and creating videos from sequential Live Photos. In the gear front, they mention MagSafe PopSockets and the Sonos Move 2. Tune in for more tech insights!

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Quick takeaways

Ensure USB-C drives are properly ejected before Mac Mini goes to sleep to avoid damage.

Check energy saver settings and cables/connections to troubleshoot USB-C drive disconnecting issues.

Sonoma has improved Core Audio performance compared to Ventura, eliminating audio hiccups.

When transitioning to a new iPhone and Apple Watch, it's recommended to upgrade the phone first and unpair the old watch before pairing the new devices.

Alternatively, it's also fine to set up the new phone and then pair the new watch to it.

Deep dives

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Ben is experiencing issues with his USB-C drives not properly ejecting or unmounting when his Mac Mini M1 Pro Sonoma goes to sleep.

Introduction

2min

Weather, Email Clients, and Document Organization

18min

Keyboard Shortcuts and Auto Sync in Four Score App

19min

Classic monsters TV show, sponsored by Green Chef, and best cable for CarPlay

5min

Wireless Car Play Dongle

21min

Using Battery Packs and Accessories for Standby Mode on iOS

6min

Wireless charging stand, Apple watchbands holder, and the peanuts watch face

4min

Setting up a Simple Face

7min

Discussion on Apple event predictions and AirPods Pro charging

2min

Like a Caveman! — Mac Geek Gab 1006 episode image

You’ve got the latest tips and tricks from this week’s Mac Geek Gab 1006 with special guest Adam Christianson joining Dave Hamilton and Pilot Pete.

Dive into the efficiency realm with quick methods like opening QR codes on iOS without a secondary device and mastering keyboard shortcuts for Finder, dashes, and more. Get clued in on handy hints: Amazon’s departure from IFTTT integration, creating videos from sequential Live Photos, and making the most out of CarPlay cables.

On the gear front, don’t miss out on the MagSafe PopSockets with Wallet and Dave’s take on the Sonos Move 2. And always remember, “Don’t Get Caught” being less of a Mac geek. Dive into the know-now, and keep your tech game strong!

Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned:

00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1006 for Monday, October 30th, 2023
- The MGG Discord Server is Live!
- The MGG Merch Store is Live!
Quick Tips
- 00:00:01 Dan-QT-Open QR Codes on iOS Without Scanning from Another Device
- 00:03:02 Lawyer Jeff-QT-Sonoma Mail Links Attachments Back to their Messages
- 00:05:31 Spark’s Threads…and email in General
  - Thunderbird
- 00:11:13 QT-Save a link to your Google Drive “Starred” Folder
- 00:16:32 John-QT-Keyboard Shortcuts for Finder, Dashes, and More
- 00:21:59 Brian-QT-1005-Enable iCloud Syncing of forScore App
- 00:23:22 QT-Give Shared Libraries time to sync
  - When It Says It’s Syncing…Believe It!
- 00:28:34 PSA-Amazon is ending IFTTT integration on 10/31
- 00:29:47 Taha-QT-Create Video from Sequential Live Photos
- 00:34:36 Dale-QT-Swipe Down in iPhone Photos to Return to Gallery
- 00:36:54 Apple’s Scary Fast Event on Monday night
Sponsors
- 00:40:19 SPONSOR: Green Chef makes eating well easy with plans to fit every lifestyle. Go to GreenChef.com/60mgg and use code 60mgg to get 60% off plus free shipping.
Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared!
- 00:42:26 Paul-What’s the best CarPlay cable?
  - Coiled cables for USB-A to Lightning, USB-C to USB-C, and USB-A to USB-C
- 00:45:27 CarLink Kit Adapter
- 00:48:06 Ben-How do I avoid drive errors when my Mac sleeps?
  - OWC ClingOn Cable Lock
- 00:55:42 macOS Sonoma Fixes CoreAudio
- 00:59:30 Bill iPhone 15 or Apple watch first?
Cool Stuff Found
- 01:05:58 Tony-CSF-Portable Standby Mode with Battery Packs
  - MagSafe PopSockets with Wallet and Anker MagGo Black Battery Pack
  - Speck Presidio Perfect-Clear Grip with MagSafe and ClickLock
- 01:12:42 CSF from Pepcom–TimePorter from Twelve South – $29.99
- 01:13:53 Use the Peanuts Face on Apple Watch
- 01:17:22 CSF-Sonos Move 2
01:21:42 Mac Geek Gab 1006 Outtro
- Bandwidth Provided by CacheFly
- Follow us on Mastodon
- 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
- MGG Merch is Available!
- Mac Geek Gab YouTube Page
- Mac Geek Gab Live Calendar
- This Week’s MGG Premium Contributors
- MGG Apple Podcasts Reviews
- feedback@macgeekgab.com
- 224-888-GEEK
- The Mac Geek Gab iPhone app
- Active MGG Sponsors and Coupon Codes List
- BackBeat Media Podcast Network

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