Mac Geek Gab — Apple Tips, Tricks, and Troubleshooting

Discover the intriguing features of iOS 26, including haptics for call alerts that enhance your phone experience. Learn how to shut down your Mac swiftly with Alfred shortcuts and synchronize files using Forklift. Explore convenient tips for managing your iPhone's media storage and the importance of metadata in photo sharing. Plus, get insights into using Tailscale for secure remote access and tips for handling children’s curious questions about Santa. It's a treasure trove of tech tricks!

You kick off with a blast of rapid-fire tips: instantly saving PDFs from Google Docs, digging photos out of Messages, moving your playlists into Apple Music with iOS 26, tightening up your Digital ID setup, wrangling mail right inside a message, and even retraining Siri when she goes off the […]

This week on Mac Geek Gab, you, Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton dive headfirst into a whirlwind of Quick Tips and real-world Apple wisdom. You’ll learn how to clean up those pesky “recovered” Messages folders, fine-tune your Apple TV profiles, and even adjust the contentious “Liquid Glass” effect […]

In Mac Geek Gab 1114, you’ll uncover a ton of real-world Apple wisdom — from mastering Apple TV’s hidden control center to supercharging your Mac keyboard shortcuts. Learn how to re-enable Low Data Mode on your new iPhone, control-click your way into Terminal, and even get an alphabetical list from […]

Discover quick tips for macOS, from alphabetized settings to efficient Spotlight searches. Learn how Apple and Google Maps enhance navigation with smart intersection awareness. Explore accessibility features, like eye control and full voice navigation on iOS and macOS. Get answers to listener questions about fixing calendar sync issues and managing Mail quirks. Plus, check out intriguing gear picks, including a handy vacuum and a smart door lock, all wrapped in a humorous story about polka on a flatbed!

Dive into a world of tech tips and tricks! Learn how to set call-back reminders and connect keyboards to your iOS devices. Discover why Numbers could be your Excel replacement and how to share spreadsheets with non-Mac users. Uncover new features in macOS Tahoe, like automatic encryption and SSH unlock. Improve your Zoom audio with smart EQ tools and find out about affordable tech gifts. Plus, get insights on upgrading to the latest Apple products and handling annoying bugs. Get ready to level up your tech game!

You’ll come out smarter — and maybe even safer — after this week’s Mac Geek Gab with Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, Dave Hamilton, and a triumphant return from John F. Braun. From unlocking hidden gems in iOS 26’s Health app and securing your Mint Mobile account with Number Lock to […]

Join the hosts as they unveil clever tips like disabling annoying app returns during workouts and speeding up iPhone transfers using a wired connection. Discover how to create printed photo books with cool third-party tools and save iPhone pics directly to SD cards. They also cover macOS 26’s new Markdown features in Notes and dive into Spotify’s lossless audio addition. Plus, learn about remote access tools to help family and laugh along with quirky features from Carrot Weather. No personality shaming here, just practical tech wisdom!

The hosts dive into the excitement of buying new iPhones while discussing optimal ways to sell old devices. Quick tips cover everything from setting a default calling app to utilizing Amazon's free photo storage. They explore the quirks of iCloud sync and troubleshoot issues like stubborn RCS messages. Listeners learn how to avoid roaming charges and the peculiarities of Apple’s clear case. Plus, there’s a fun twist on using AI for recipe creation and meal planning!

Explore a treasure trove of Quick Tips for maximizing your Apple devices, including enabling CarPlay widgets and capturing full-res video screenshots. Discover innovative tools like StockTrackr for Apple Store inventory and GoodSync for effortless backups. Learn how eSIM swapping works and tackle e-waste concerns while delving into AI's future impacts on assisted living. Uncover effective strategies for preserving family photos with smart backups and planning for legacy access. Practical hacks to save you time, money, and sanity abound!