
Mac Geek Gab — Your Questions Answered, Tips Shared, Troubleshooting Assistance
Answers to your tech questions for your Apple devices and beyond. Dave Hamilton, Adam Christianson, and Pilot Pete come together weekly to answer your questions and discuss things of interest to Apple and Mac geeks, presenting them in ways that are both entertaining and informative for the average listener.
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Jul 15, 2024 • 1h 11min
Stump the Geeks: Live From Macstock 2024
Dive into the geeky goodness with Dave Hamilton, Pilot Pete, and Adam Christianson as they tackle your toughest tech queries live from Macstock 2024 in Mac Geek Gab 1046. Kicking off with Kelly’s iPhone password reset dilemma, the Geeks also unravel Lynda’s persistent iPad security errors and John F. Braun’s elusive iCloud sync issue. Adam shares his take on Generative AI, and the gang faces more stumping questions from the audience, including disappearing contacts and failing photo shares on iPads. Don’t get caught without your command key know-how for iPads as the Geeks offer solutions to every tech hiccup.
The episode heats up with discussions on opening links in Safari, mystery bags on stage, and creating malware shortcuts. Plus, get the scoop on using apps like ImageOptim and Squash for Mac to streamline your workflow. The Geeks’ Quick Tip on adding apps to your Finder Toolbar to shrink images is a game-changer. From practical tips to tackling tech challenges, this episode of Mac Geek Gab ensures you stay ahead of the curve and, most importantly, don’t get caught off guard.
Special thanks to Roger Harmon for engineering and mixing the audio live, and to Allison Sheridan for our fantastic cover image.
00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1046 for Monday, July 15th, 2024
July 15th: National Be a Dork Day
Flashbacks at Macstock
Stump The Geeks…Live!
Kelly – My iPhone keeps asking me to reset my password. Why?
Lynda – I’m getting a security error regularly on my iPad. What is it?
John F. Braun – Why won’t iCloud finish Syncing this one document…and which is it?
Cirrus
How does Adam Feel about Generative AI?
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Gary- Contacts are Disappearing
Photos on iPad Fails when Adding to a Share
Opening Links in Safari “A problem repeatedly occurred”
What else have you done recently?
Why were there Mystery Bags on the stage and what are they?
Pat – How do I use the command key with my iPad without a keyboard
Creating Malware Shortcuts
Quick Tip — Add an app to your Finder Toolbar to shrink images
ImageOptim
Squash for Mac
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Jul 8, 2024 • 1h 22min
The Fast and the Curious: Turbocharge Your Storage and RAM
In this episode of Mac Geek Gab, you’ll dive deep into the need for speed with answers to Carsten’s question of NVMe Gen 5 versus Gen 4. You’ll learn the differences between NVMe, M.2, and SATA, and get the lowdown on essential peripherals like the Satechi Mac mini-shaped USB hub, OWC ThunderBlade, HyperDrive Next Snap-On USB-C SSD Enclosure, and HyperDrive Next USB4 SSD Enclosure. With this knowledge, you can ensure your Mac setup runs at peak performance.
Terry’s question about whether 8GB of RAM is enough for a new Mac sparks a thorough discussion on the intricacies of swap versus real RAM, especially in the context of Apple’s Unified Memory architecture. Is more RAM always better, or does Apple’s innovative approach change the game? You’ll find out how to make the most of your Mac’s memory without overspending. Stay informed and Don’t Get Caught with insufficient RAM!
Starting the episode, you’ll discover a range of handy Quick Tips to optimize your Apple experience. From Dustin’s tip on printing a website in Reader Mode to Dom Bettinelli’s reminder to re-enable iCloud Photos, these tips are packed with practical advice. Marty shares how to mirror your Apple Watch, while Mark M helps you identify Apple Silicon vs. Intel from just the keyboard. Gary warns about battery drain issues linked to the 1969 date, and there’s a crucial reminder to be aware of your VPN kill switch. Tony’s advice on enabling Apple Watch Water Lock to avoid errant taps and the emergency trigger function adds another layer of utility.
These quick tips ensure you stay ahead of potential pitfalls and Don’t Get Caught off guard. Press play…and enjoy!
00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1045 for Monday, July 8th, 2024
July 8th: National Video Game Day
Quick Tips
00:00:01 Dustin-QT-Printing a Website in Reader Mode
00:02:04 Dom Bettinelli-QT-Don’t Forget to re-enable iCloud Photos
00:07:20 Marty-QT-Apple Watch Mirroring
00:11:09 Mark M-QT-Identify Apple Silicon vs. Intel just from keyboard
00:14:13 Gary-QT-Beware battery drain and the 1969 date issue
00:19:49 Be Aware of Your VPN Kill Switch
00:26:15 Tony-QT-Enable Apple Watch Water Lock to Keep Errant Taps from Disturbing your Workouts
00:28:51 Press and Hold Side Button on Apple Watch to Trigger an Emergency
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Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared!
00:32:41 Scott-Remote Mac Question
Setup Apple Remote Desktop
Apple’s TCP and UDP Ports
Remote Access to Unmanned Mac
Jump Desktop ($15)
LogMeIn
Screens and Screens Connect
AnyDesk
00:44:56 David-Should I leave apps running all the time?
Marco Arment’s Quitter
00:51:35 Carsten-The Need for Speed
Difference between NVMe Gen 5 vs Gen 4
NVMe vs. M.2 vs. SATA
Satechi Mac mini-shaped USB hub
OWC ThunderBlade
HyperDrive Next Snap-On USB-C SSD Enclosure
HyperDrive Next USB4 SSD Enclosure
01:04:16 Terry-Is 8GB Enough for a new Mac?
Swap vs. Real Ram…does it matter with Apple’s Unified Memory? Maybe not
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Jul 1, 2024 • 1h 17min
Practicing The Shrug Shoulders Salute
Join Dave, Pilot Pete, and Adam for quick tips on travel access to streaming services, Duck Duck Go Bangs, disabling Spotlight, ChatGPT, and avoiding junk data. Learn about Mac Photos, connecting ChatGPT to Siri, screen recording solutions, and SSD write speeds. Cool discoveries include using a 5K iMac as a monitor and iCloud Drive options. Stay ahead in tech with useful tips and insights!

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Jun 24, 2024 • 1h 26min
Don’t Inception The Cloud
Dive into Mac Geek Gab 1043 with Dave Hamilton, Pilot Pete, and Adam Christianson as they unleash a treasure trove of Quick Tips and answers to your burning questions. Discover how long-pressing a key on macOS unveils accents and special characters, adding Shazam to your Control Center for instant music ID, and leveraging your iPhone for scanning documents. The trio also dives into the Setapp vs. Bundle models, explores using a 5K iMac as an external display, and offers insights on using software and hardware for enhanced screen extension.
Tackle your backup concerns head-on with practical tips, such as using PowerPhotos for local photo backups and understanding Time Machine’s role in iCloud Photos Library backup. They discuss the safety of using Backblaze for iCloud Drive and how to recover data from a formatted SSD with tools like Disk Drill and Stellar for Mac. Get amped with Cool Stuff Found, featuring apps like CloudMounter and Cyberduck, and gadgets like the Tayasui Sketches app for Wacom users and high-end robovacs.
Remember, “Don’t Get Caught” unprepared—stay savvy with Mac Geek Gab!
00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1043 for Monday, June 24th, 2024
June 24: Midsummer
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Quick Tips
00:00:01 Dave-QT-On macOS, long-press a letter on your keyboard to see accents and special versions with numbers beneath!
PopChar
00:05:40 Uncle Jamie-QT-Add Shazam to Control Center
Gracenote Database of Songs
00:09:18 Adam-QT-Scanning on your iPhone instead of Taking a Photo
forScore
Documents by Readdle
00:16:35 CSF-CloudMounter
Cyberduck
Transmit
Forkflight
00:22:40 The Setapp vs. Bundle Models
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Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared!
00:29:28 Dan-Can I use my 5K iMac as an External Display?
Luna Display
00:35:40 Prof Josh-QT-Use Jump Desktop as an External Monitor
OWC Headless Dongle
macOS Screen Extension
Backup Questions Answered and Tips Shared!
00:46:27 Jeff-What’s the Simplest Way to Backup Local Photos?
PowerPhotos
00:53:02 Sandro-Does Time Machine back up my iCloud Photos Library?
00:54:49 John-Is it safe to use Backblaze to backup my iCloud Drive?
Don’t Put Your Dropbox Folder in your Desktop or Documents folder
00:58:31 Andrew-How to recover data from a formatted SSD?
Disk Drill
Stellar for Mac
Data Rescue
Show Business
01:04:25 MGG Premium Listener Contribution Appreciation Moment
Cool Stuff Found
01:07:42 Flying Pete’s Plane to Macstock!
Use MACGEEKGAB to get $30 off your registration for Macstock
01:09:43 Pete-CSF-Tayasui Sketches (for Mac or iPad or iOS)
Great when used with Wacom Wacom One 13 Touch Pen Display
01:12:27 Dave-CSF-Robovacs that Dave uses: Anker’s Eufy S1 Pro ($1,499…but it’ll come down) and Roborock QRevo ($769…or $899)
01:20:07 Adam-CSF-Have a Small Wins Bell
01:22:42 MGG 1043 Outtro
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Jun 17, 2024 • 1h 28min
Hey, 19!
Celebrate Mac Geek Gab’s 19th anniversary with Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton as they dive into quick tips, listener questions, and cool stuff found. The episode kicks off with a shoutout to World Tessellation Day and, of course, a a look forward to Mac Geek Gab beginning its twentieth year!
The Quick Tips segment is packed with gems like using the Google app to recognize a song you hum, dragging icons from Control Center to the Menubar, and a discussion about the new owners of Bartender. Learn about the importance of unplugging your office for some tech therapy, backing up cloud-stored files with CCC Backup, and setting up Apple Pay for developers on macOS 15. Keep the pace up by slowing down Mission Control with a terminal command and using your Apple Watch to identify circuits.
Dive deeper into listener questions with tips on configuring Safari’s “Open Links with Profile” list using Velja and Open In, and managing Time Machine on an existing external disk. Discover solutions for email archiving with Mail Steward, Google Workspace, and Mail Archiver X, and stop Maps from offering unwanted directions. In the Cool Stuff Found segment, check out the iOS 18 Beta App Compatibility Chart, Howard Oakley’s Mints, and the Pass2U Wallet for custom Apple Wallet passes.
Remember, with Mac Geek Gab’s 19 years of wisdom, “Don’t Get Caught” without the latest tech insights and tricks!
00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1042 for Monday, June 17th, 2024
00:03:29 Hey, 19!
June 17th: World Tesselation Day
Mac Geek Gab’s 19th Birthday!
First MGG
First MacCast (and Adam’s first post announcing the new podcast)
Quick Tips
00:00:01 Uncle Jamie-QT-Google App Can Recognize a Song you Hum
00:05:14 Mark M-QT-You can Drag Icons from Control Center to the Menubar
00:07:06 James-PSA-Bartender under new, mostly-silent, owners
00:13:18 Jedd-QT-I unplug everything in my office every six months…for therapy!
00:17:14 Grumpy-QT-CCC Backup has an option to back-up cloud-stored files like those on iCloud Drive
00:18:15 Chris-QT-Regarding the hassle of setting up ApplePay for developers
…and related: macOS Sequoia will allow iCloud Sign-ins when Virtualized
00:22:18 Jim-QT-Use your Apple Watch to Identify Circuits
00:24:51 PorthosJon-QT-Slow down Mission Control/Spaces’ switching speed with Terminal Command
defaults write com.apple.dock workspaces-edge-delay -float 2.0; killall Dock
00:30:22 JMM-PSA-iCloud Drive doesn’t back-up overwritten files
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Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared!
00:36:25 Don-How do I configure Safari’s “Open Links with Profile” list?
Velja
Open In
00:43:56 Rick-Can I Use Time Machine on an Existing External Disk?
00:48:50 Deborah-What about Adam’s Email Archive?
Mail Steward
Google Workspace
Mail Archiver X
00:59:21 Prof Josh-How do I stop Maps from offering me directions on where it thinks I want to go?
Tideline Public House
Cool Stuff Found
01:06:35 Adrian-CSF-iOS 18 Beta App Compatibility Chart
01:12:07 KiwiGraham-CSF-Mints from Howard Oakley
01:15:20 RandyWalker-CSF-Pass2U Wallet for putting your own passes/cards in Apple Wallet
01:20:19 MGG 1042 Outtro
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Jun 11, 2024 • 1h 26min
WWDC Keynote: AI is Fun, but Rush Was The Winner
Dive into this week’s Mac Geek Gab episode as Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton unpack the highlights from Apple’s WWDC Keynote. You’ll get the scoop on macOS Sequoia with its new iPhone mirroring feature and the much-anticipated password app coming to macOS. iOS 18 brings RCS support, satellite messaging, and the innovative “Send Later” feature in Messages. Plus, there’s the AI-based search and FaceTime’s remote control feature. You’ll also hear about watchOS 11’s new Vitals app and the exciting Double Tap API for developers.
Don’t miss out on iPadOS 18’s long-awaited calculator and visionOS 2’s new gestures and travel mode. The discussion also touches on Apple’s push into AI with Apple Intelligence and their Private Cloud Compute Model, plus Xcode 16’s Swift Assist, making development smoother than ever. Stay ahead of the tech curve and remember, Always Be Performing and Don’t Get Caught unprepared in the fast-paced world of Apple updates.
00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1041 for Monday, June 10th, 2024
June 10th: National Black Cow Day
00:03:30 Dolby Atmos
Sonos Beam 2
NVIDIA SHIELD Pro
00:06:15 macOS Sequoia
Safari is the new Internet Explorer
macOS iPhone Mirroring
Password app coming to macOS
00:19:10 iOS 18
TV Time
Messages in iOS 18
RCS Support
Messages Via Satellite
Send Later in Messages
FaceTime Remote Control in a Device
Offline Trail/Hiking
AllTrails
AI-based Search
00:37:43 Is Adam’s CPU slowing him down
00:38:58 watchOS 11
watchOS 11 Vitals App
Double Tap API for developers
00:44:53 iPadOS 18
iPadOS 18’s new Calculator
00:50:08 tvOS
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00:55:07 visionOS 2
New gestures
Mouse Support
Travel Mode (for Trains or Passenger Mode)
00:59:53 AI = Apple Intelligence
Apple Private Cloud Compute Model
01:11:10 Xcode 16
Swift Assist
01:22:54 MGG 1041 Outtro
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Jun 3, 2024 • 1h 27min
Form 1040-MGG for Your Itemized Tips
In this week’s Mac Geek Gab, dive into the latest Quick Tips and Cool Stuff Found that will keep your Mac life smooth and efficient. Time Machine gets a tweak with hourly, daily, and weekly options, while Zoom for Apple TV lets you disable Center Stage and manually control zoom and center. Learn about T-Mobile for international calls, using Google Voice, and the handy Digital Color Meter Mac app. Plus, find out how iCloud keeps backups of your contacts and fix that pesky Apple Pay double-click issue. The catchphrase “Don’t Get Caught” is your reminder to stay ahead of the curve with these essential tips.
Listeners’ questions bring even more insights. Ralph wants to know why file copies slow down, and John seeks tips for narrowing search results on the Mac. We discuss moving OneDrive or iCloud Drive to an external drive, explore smart plug replacements for Wemo, and setting light or speaker volumes to specific percentages. Discover the budget-friendly Onn TV Box for streaming and AirReceiver for Android or Chromecast. Don’t miss out on reviews of microphones and grill thermometers, too! As always, Mac Geek Gab is your go-to source for the best Mac tips and tricks – don’t get caught without us!
00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1040 for Monday, June 3rd, 2024
June 3rd: Repeat Day (RePete day?)
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Quick Tips
00:00:01 Joe-QT-Time Machine now has options for Hourly, Daily, and Weekly
00:03:19 TimeMachineEditor
00:05:48 QT-Zoom for Apple TV lets you disable Center Stage *and* then control zoom and center manually
Reincubate Camo
00:09:23 Lew-QT-CSF- T-Mobile for International Calls – AnonymSMS for Texts
Google Voice
Yoink
00:12:20 Todd-QT-Digital Color Meter Mac App
SIP (also part of Setapp)
00:16:15 QT-Use the eyedropper in Pages (an other apps) to set the color of your image/font
00:17:23 Mark-QT-iCloud Keeps Backups of your Contacts
00:19:55 Jeff-QT-Fixing Apple Pay Double Click -v- Touch issue.
Apple’s Apple Pay Test Site
00:23:18 HuskerDiver-QT-Apple TV Aerial Screensaver Will Show You Location Descriptions
You can also swipe on the remote to change Aerial locations
NVIDIA SHIELD
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Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared!
00:30:18 Ralph-Why do my file copies slow down to a crawl after a while?
00:41:25 John-QT and ?-Searches in Messages and Mail
FindAnyFile
Narrow Search Results on the Mac
00:51:08 Pete-Move OneDrive or iCloud Drive to an external drive in spite of macOS Limitations?
Will iCloud Drive Cross SymLinks? (answer: probably not)
TwelveSouth iMac Stands
01:01:57 Kim-Replacement for Wemo Switch?
iDevices Switches and Smart Plugs
LifX Bulbs
Meross HomeKit
Wyze
01:07:11 Set Lights (or speaker volume) to percentages
Cool Stuff Found
01:07:58 Joe-CSF-1024-The Onn TV Box is a $20 4K Android TV Streaming Box
01:08:57 Andrew Woodward-CSF-AirReceiver for Android or Chromecast lets you AirPlay to non-Apple devices ($2.99)
01:10:00 Bart-CSF-Reminders MenuBar
01:11:06 JT-CSF-512 Audio Tempest for only $35
Earthworks ETHOS
Dynamics vs. Condensers
01:18:31 CSF-MeatIt Plus Grill Thermometer
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May 27, 2024 • 1h 21min
Okay is a Four-Letter Word
Discover quick tips and tricks for Apple devices like rotating images in Preview, switching iPhone apps with the Home Bar. Learn about troubleshooting Mac connectivity, efficient command line management, and strategies for managing roaming charges and two-factor authentication. Get insights on optimizing network performance, screen sharing on iOS devices, and contributors to Mackecab Premium.

May 20, 2024 • 1h 23min
What Are We Watching?
In this week’s Mac Geek Gab episode, dive into what Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton are watching for National Streaming Day. From the intriguing documentary “STEVE! A Steve Martin Documentary” to intense dramas like “Breaking Bad” and “Better Call Saul,” the hosts cover a wide array of must-watch shows. They also recommend “Welcome to Wrexham,” “Everyone Stares: The Police Inside Out,” and “Acapulco” for a diverse viewing experience. Each host shares their personal favorites, providing listeners with a well-rounded list of binge-worthy content.
Maximize your tech efficiency with the latest Quick Tips, including how to swipe up in Apple Watch Workouts for real-time details and copying to the clipboard without formatting on iPhone. Learn essential Apple Watch battery-saving tricks and how to prepare your old Mac for resale. The hosts also answer pressing listener questions, like solving Apple Watch battery woes and re-indexing Spotlight.
Enhance your online safety with a primer about how Tailscale works, and get the scoop on cool new finds like DNSHistory and BandMatch. Tune in and remember, “Don’t Get Caught” without these essential tech tips and show recommendations!
00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1038 for Monday, May 20th, 2024
00:02:38 May 20: National Streaming Day –– What are we each watching?
Watch STEVE! A Steve Martin Documentary
Space Shuttle Columbia: The Final Flight
Tracker
Welcome to Wrexham
Everyone Stares: The Police Inside Out
Whiplash
Breaking Bad & Better Call Saul
Yellowstone & 1883 & 1923
Roadkill
Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip (and Sports Night)
Acapulco
Made Up Adventures of Dick Turpin
Quick Tips
00:00:01 Joe-QT-Swipe Up in Apple Watch Workouts to see Real-Time Details
00:20:30 Alex-QT-Copy To Clipboard WITHOUT Formatting on iPhone
00:22:30 Enable “Start Workout Reminders” on Apple Watch
00:23:12 Jim-QT-Disable Wake on Wrist Raise to Save Battery
00:26:29 Jonathan-Solving Apple Watch Battery Woes
Apple Watch iPhone App > General > Reset > Reset Sync Data
00:29:29 QT-What to do when selling an Old Mac
How to Download and Install macOS
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Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared!
00:34:50 William-Spotlight keeps failing and needing to be re-indexed…why?
00:40:11 Greg-How to Quickly Get to 1st eMail in iPadOS
00:41:10 Perry-Why is Mail Misidentifying Me?
MailMaven
00:49:54 Richard-What is Tailscale and Does It Protect Me while On Public Wi-Fi?
01:01:33 Rich-How to Watch TV from Overseas?
Channels
Channels FuboTV Project for NBC and others
01:03:32 Chris-My iPhone Autoplays with Bluetooth and CarPlay
Show Business
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Fountain.fm
Cool Stuff Found
01:11:27 Uncle Jamie-CSF-DNSHistory to find the old IP of an expired site
How and why to edit your /etc/hosts file
01:14:06 LawyerJeff-CSF-BandMatch for musicians to meet other musicians
01:15:51 Joe-CSF-Zotify to backup your Spotify music
01:19:17 CSF-SiriusXM Top 1000 Country and Classic Rock Channels
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May 13, 2024 • 1h 27min
Beware The Robocalypse
This podcast covers tips like using Option-Space in Finder for Quick Look, navigating tabs in Safari efficiently, optimizing Airtags as triggers, creating personalized wallpapers with AI, and discussing new Apple product updates. They also address correcting time settings, data migration tips, managing screen time with apps like 1Focus, and exploring tools for secure document sharing. The hosts delve into robot vacuum technology, debate using robot yard maintenance machines, and touch on the risks and benefits of automation.
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