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

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!

Tech experts Dave Hamilton and Pilot Pete discuss topics such as capturing full-page screenshots on iOS, rot...

Learn about setting timers with Siri on your Apple Watch, using emojis in folder names on the Notebook app, creating a separate email address for newsletters, setting up DuckDuckGo as your default search engine, erasing junk in Mail for all accounts, migrating Photos Library, Thunderbird Supernova mail client, Send Later feature, Canary Mail, AI assistant integrations, right-clicking on a trackpad, maximizing phone efficiency while traveling, migrating a large Photos Library, replacing Synology Disk Station with a Mac mini, learning tips and providing feedback, and excitement about a new phone and managing storage.

This week on Mac Geek Gab, Pilot Pete and Dave Hamilton share quick tips for iPhone camera features, Sonoma wallpaper settings, and editing ringtones on iOS 17. They answer listener questions about external SSDs, Bluetooth versions, and notifications. They also highlight useful tools like OnyX and Tresorit. Don't get caught off guard as you navigate the tech landscape with Mac Geek Gab!

This week's Mac Geek Gab covers cutting paper out of pictures and plopping it into Notes, new iPhone 15 battery optimization feature, tricks for new iPhone users, using tags versus folders in Notes, training iCloud's Junk Mail Filters, best multi-ended USB-C cables, making VPN apps possible on Apple TV with Tailscale, portable 1080P screens, wireless earbuds with interactive case screens

In this weeks Mac Geek Gab, Dave Hamilton and Pilot Pete jump straight into the tech jungle with a myriad of Apple tips and tricks. Starting with a listener’s CarPlay guidance to silence directions, they roll into watchOS 10 tweaks, including the revamped way of switching watch faces. Dennis Jurgensen shares insights about this change, while Doug introduces the ambient light-triggered night mode. With a nod to “talking nerdy”, your two favorite geeks touch upon Apple Watch’s battery capacities, its waterproof design, and the intricacies of migrating data, especially when it comes to authenticator apps and eSIMs. Their commitment to the audience shines as they delve into iOS 17 features, explore health data syncing, and dissect iCloud settings. But the tech talk doesn’t stop there. The episode dives deep into home networking, discussing data usage, mesh networks, and the quest for optimal Wi-Fi speeds. They offer router recommendations, troubleshooting pearls, and personal tales of Wi-Fi interference. With a hearty thanks to their loyal listeners and supporters, they underscore the importance of community engagement. And in the spirit of the show, Dave and Pete remind everyone, “Don’t Get Caught” unprepared in the rapidly evolving world of tech. Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1001 for Monday, September 25th, 2023 The MGG Discord Server is Live! The MGG Merch Store is Live! Quick Tips 00:00:01 Jeff-QT-Tap Next Turn in iOS 17 CarPlay to Toggle Voice Directions 00:02:21 Dan Bach the Math Jock-Fun Math with 1001 00:04:29 Tony-QT-Use Double-Tap on Older Watches 00:05:38 Dennis-QT-Long Press to Switch Watch Faces in watchOS 10 00:07:33 RnDoug-QT-watchOS 10’s “Modular Ultra” face has ambient-light triggered night mode 00:09:27 Ben-QT-Check your Watch’s Battery Capacity (because we keep them for a long time) Settings > Battery > Battery Health 00:10:31 Deborah – Waterproof Watches 00:13:30 MGG Hangouts 00:14:36 Gary-Backup and Restore your Authenticator Apps when Getting a new iPhone 00:17:30 Does an eSIM migrate to a new phone? 00:18:11 Jon-QT-Reactivate Facetime and iMessage after switching your SIM 00:19:09 CarPlay Fixes the “Alerts Only” vs. “Go” bug with sound 00:20:43 Andrew-QT-Long Press CarPlay’s AppBlock Icon for Siri Sponsors 00:21:34 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. New TiPhones, iOS 17, and Upgrading 00:23:35 PorthosJon-QT-1000-Use a Lightning to USB-C Cable to Migrate iPhones 00:27:11 Michael-Can I keep Health Data if I start from scratch with a new iPhone? 00:30:44 Makenz-How do I control iOS 17’s Featured Photos Lock Screen? 00:34:51 Bill-What Should I Do With My Old Physical SIM When I Upgrade to eSIM? Show Business 00:39:28 Thanks to our MGG Premium Members Fountain.fm Networking Questions Answered and Tips Shared! 00:43:11 Joe-How can I see my monthly bandwidth usage by device at home? Synology Routers eero Pro 6 DD-WRT LITFA 00:52:58 Craig-Will Older Devices Still Slow Down my Wi-Fi Network? 00:58:20 Scott-My Network Keeps Slowing Way Down 01:03:17 Which Mesh to Get? Plume UniFi Synology Mesh TP-Link Deco 01:09:41 Bob-Is My Wi-Fi Speed Confused? 01:15:27 LED Lights Interfering with Garage Door RF Signals Garage Door Opener LED Bulb 01:17:41 Mac Geek Gab 1001 Outtro Bandwidth Provided by CacheFly Follow us on Mastodon Mac Geek Gab on Mastodon Dave Hamilton on Mastodon Pilot Pete on Mastodon Mona for Mastodon (for Mac, iPhone, iPad) 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

In this 1000th episode, the hosts talk about iOS 17 features like offline map downloads and storage optimization. They also discuss Spotify users using Shazam with Apple Music, iOS 17 and CarPlay intricacies, Siri's limitations, and valuable electronics maintenance hacks. They highlight apps like Al Dente and iStat Menus, share discoveries like Zoom's new AI summarization feature and a fun smart wifi lamp. The hosts express gratitude for reaching 1000 episodes and encourage listeners to share the show.

Jeff Gamet joins Dave Hamilton today to dissect and share reactions to Apple’s iPhone and Apple Watch announcements at their Wonderlust event. Topics include the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro, the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2, changes to cables, thinner bezels, titanium, and more. Listen as your two favorite geeks for the week share whether or not they’re going to be buying any of this gear and, if so, which…and why. Press play, enjoy, and don’t get caught! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 999 for Tuesday, September 12th, 2023 00:02:13 Apple Wanderlust Event, 2023 00:03:34 Thinner Bezels on iPhone 15 00:08:42 iPhone 15 00:22:42 USB4 Cables work like Thunderbolt cables – Mac Geek Gab 996 00:27:01 iPhone 15 Pro 00:37:52 Will you be buying an iPhone this year and, if so, which one? Sponsors 00:40:38 SPONSOR: Private Internet Access VPN – Save 82% off your VPN service PLUS four free months with a two-year plan at PIAVPN.com/mgg. 00:42:31 SPONSOR: BBEdit, the power tool for text from Bare Bones Software; now with integrated Notebooks and extended language support. 00:44:22 iOS and iPadOS 17 & watchOS 10 Due on 9/18 macOS Sonoma due 9/26 Birkin Bag 00:47:00 Apple Watch S9 Eliza on Apple ][… on your Mac! Double-Tap: AssistiveTouch becomes tap gestures on watch 01:00:18 Apple Watch Ultra 2 01:02:39 Will you be buying an Apple Watch this year and, if so, which one? 01:08:22 AirPods Pro 2nd Gen (USB-C) iCloud+ adds 6TB and 12TB plans. 01:10:17 Mac Geek Gab 999 Outtro Bandwidth Provided by CacheFly Follow us on Mastodon Mac Geek Gab on Mastodon Dave Hamilton on Mastodon Pilot Pete on Mastodon Mona for Mastodon (for Mac, iPhone, iPad) 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

In this episode of Mac Geek Gab, Pilot Pete and Dave Hamilton take you on a tour of Cool Stuff Found and answers to pesky questions…with a little story time thrown in for good measure! Kicking off Cool Stuff Found, MarkM introduced a savvy shortcut, allowing users to harness the power of the Shazam widget on the Apple Watch to identify songs swiftly. Walter stepped into the limelight with his endorsement of ChronoAgent. This tool is a must-have for those keen on syncing Logic files between two Macs, be it locally or remotely. Andrew, not to be outdone, shone a light on NETGEAR LTE modems, providing users with a reliable solution for internet failover protection. TNPapa’s praise for ShareMouse resonated with listeners, especially for those eager to share their keyboard and mouse effortlessly between a Mac and PC. Meanwhile, Dave piqued interests with his discovery of a CarPlay app, offering real-time weather maps for drivers. He also captivated audiences with a memorable anecdote about Steve Jobs, who personally ensured the inclusion of Mac Geek Gab in the iTunes podcast directory during its initial phase. As the episode unfolds, Rosemary Orchard’s company, Snailed It, took center stage. The tech community will be thrilled to hear that they plan to honor the legacy of the late iOS developer Alex Hay. They pledge to continue the development of his essential Mac apps, ensuring his innovations live on. Jeepster then discussed the wonders of the OpenCore Legacy Patcher, a tool that breathes new life into older, unsupported Macs by allowing them to run new macOS versions. Dave returned to the spotlight with his recommendation of SODI’s adjustable MagSafe mount, an ingenious device for those wishing to use their iPhone as a Continuity Camera. Paul, an aficionado of the entertainment world, championed Callsheet, a platform that provides a deep dive into intricate movie and show details. And for the photography enthusiasts, Pete’s suggestion of the Aureday flexible tripod is a game-changer, transforming iPhones into versatile webcams. Answering your questions, Dave and Pete joined forces to provide crucial tips for the Mac community, offering insights on keyboard shortcuts and target disk mode. Their expertise was evident when they assisted Mr. Ed with extracting data from an older Mac. Kirit’s inquiry about integrating Xfinity’s Storm Ready Wi-Fi with personal routers led to a pivotal piece of advice: there are times where it makes sense to opt for a double NAT setup over bridge mode. Interestingly, it was highlighted that Sonos requires a Wi-Fi password to operate, a welcome requirement in today’s tech landscape. Pete, always vigilant about security, underscored the importance of disabling router default admin accounts. Lastly, Gary’s quest for an efficient way to scan QR codes on the Mac culminated in the recommendation of the QR Scan app. Tune into Mac Geek Gab for these insights and immerse yourself in the riveting world of tech! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 998 for Monday, September 4th, 2023 The MGG Discord Server is Live! The MGG Merch Store is Live! Cool Stuff Found 00:00:01 MarkM-CSF-997–Shazam Shortcut for Apple Watch 00:02:23 Walter-CSF-ChronoAgent to Auto-Sync Directly Between Two Macs, locally or remote 00:06:03 Andrew-CSF-NETGEAR 4G LTE Broadband Modems for Failover Protection – LM1300 (USA-only, $85) and LM1200 (USA, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, $150) 00:13:21 TNPapa-CSF-ShareMouse to Share Keyboard and Mouse with Multiple Computers (Cross platform!) 00:14:42 CSF-Car.Play Weather Navigation… finally! 00:18:00 Story Time: Steve Jobs approved Mac Geek Gab 00:25:24 Alex Hay’s Apps Will Be Supported and Developed by Snailed It (aka Rosemary Orchard’s Company) 00:26:59 Jeepster-CSF-Open Core Legacy Patcher to install new macOS on old Macs 00:30:05 CSF-SODI Continuity Camera MagSafe mount, very adjustable. And the Stouchi Mount, too! 00:34:24 Paul-CSF-Callsheet to figure out details for Movies and Shows 00:35:31 Pete’s Continuity Camera Mount: Aureday Flexible Tripod for Cell Phones. 00:37:25 Rod L-CSF-Microsoft Edge Split Screen with Two Simultaneously Active Tabs at once 00:38:40 Show Business Thanks to all of our Premium subscribers! Boostagram Thanks to Squigi for 2000 Sats! Fountain.fm 00:44:27 Thoughts on New OSes Siri Voice Change Watch UX Changes Podcast Swap 00:50:30 PODCAST: Midnight Burger is an audio drama about the adventures of a time-traveling, dimension-spanning diner. Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared!  00:51:40 Greg – How to Move to Top or Bottom of eMail List? 00:52:32 Mr. Ed – How to Get Data Off an Old Drive? Monoprice SATA to USB Cable iFixit Teardowns Target Disk Mode 00:57:44 Kirit-997-How to use Xfinity Storm-Ready Wi-Fi with my own router? 01:02:03 Sonos on a Password-Less Wi-Fi Network 01:05:03 The Importance of Disabling your “Admin” Account on your Router! 01:10:07 Gary – How to Scan a QR Code on the Mac? QRScan in Mac App Store iQR to Create QR Codes, too 01:12:34 Andrew-AppleTV Won’t Stay Connected Fixing Lost Connections with Apple TV 01:19:02 Mac Geek Gab 998 Outtro Bandwidth Provided by CacheFly Follow us on Mastodon Mac Geek Gab on Mastodon Dave Hamilton on Mastodon Pilot Pete on Mastodon Mona for Mastodon (for Mac, iPhone, iPad) 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! 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In this episode, the hosts share nifty Quick Tips for checking iPhone storage and tweaking Weather app's Location settings. They tackle listener questions on cleaning up Photos library, Siri's search history, and navigating old versions of Pages. They also discuss watchOS 10 user experience, compare live TV options, and highlight Flighty app and a new eSIM compatibility tool in the 'Cool Stuff Found' segment.