Mac Geek Gab — Apple Tips, Tricks, and Troubleshooting

iPhone Tricks, Gigabit Wi-Fi, and Life on 256GB

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May 5, 2025
Discover powerful iPhone tricks like drag-and-drop for effortless multitasking. Learn the ins and outs of upgrading your Wi-Fi for gigabit speeds, and get practical tips for optimizing NAS solutions. Struggling with just 256GB of storage? Get creative storage solutions to maximize your space. Plus, dive into cool tech finds like RockSteady speakers and eM Client for better email management. This week is packed with insights to take your tech game to the next level!
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Drag-and-Drop Contact Sharing on iPhone

  • Robb shared rediscovering drag-and-drop on iPhone to share a contact without saving the number.
  • He long-pressed the contact, switched apps, and dropped it into a message seamlessly.
ADVICE

Bypass Paywalls with News+ and Reader

  • Use Apple News Plus to bypass many paywalls by searching article headlines.
  • Try Reader Mode on local news sites which sometimes bypass paywalls effectively.
ADVICE

Fix Disappearing Desktop in Finder

  • Delete com.apple.finder.plist and restart Finder to fix disappearing Desktop in sidebar.
  • Uncheck Desktop under iCloud in Finder settings, then drag Desktop to Favorites to keep it from moving.
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