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Jul 17, 2023 • 1h 18min

That's Not Junk Mail, Apple

Opening with a hack about the Apple Watch weather app, hosts Dave Hamilton and Pilot Pete journey into diverse topics including naval aviation in Pensacola and how to navigate the tricky waters of Apple Mail’s spam filters. They exchange insights on Apple’s seemingly erratic spam filtering and propose potential solutions such as disabling the feature entirely or seeking mail hosts with robust spam filtering systems. A cautionary reminder: “Don’t get caught” with legitimate emails in your junk folder! The hosts continue with their deep dive into Apple’s ecosystem, discussing third-party alternatives to Finder like Forklift. Tackling listener queries, Pilot Pete and Dave share solutions on importing burst photos and tips for managing Finder tabs. The show is also punctuated with helpful tidbits such as the value of keyboard shortcuts on iPads and Macs alike, as well as using the Adaptive Transparency feature of AirPods Pro Gen 2 for hearing protection. As tech problems arise—such as MacBook Pros mysteriously disconnecting from the internet or wallpaper settings reverting to default—the hosts offer practical troubleshooting tips, emphasizing the importance of regularly checking settings and controls. The dynamic duo further delve into device management during power outages and offer advice on resetting the Apple TV remote. Wrapping up the episode, your two favorite geeks discuss recent events at Plex, potential storage solutions, and share personal anecdotes, reminding listeners to continually engage, explore, and “Don’t get caught” in tech snafus. Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 991 for Monday, July 17th, 2023 Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola The MGG Discord Server is Live! The MGG Merch Store is Live! Quick Tips 00:00:01 QT-Apple Watch Weather – Tap in the middle of the hourly “circle” to change from temp, to temp+precip, to precip percentage 00:02:52 MyFaceIsTooBig-QT-Follow Github Repositories for App Updates MacUpdater MGG Calendar MGG Discord 00:05:43 macOS Apple Mail catching too much spam 00:15:42 PCUnix-QT-Select Text Using the Keyboard…on both Mac and iPad 00:20:30 Chicago Tom-QT-Option-Click Sound Menu Bar to change input device Sponsors 00:21:28 SPONSOR: HOP WTR. No alcohol, calories, or sugar in this refreshing, hoppy-flavored beverage with mood-boosting benefits! Get 20% off your first purchase (and free shipping when you order 24 cans) at HOPWTR.com/MGG. 00:23:06 SPONSOR: BBEdit, the power tool for text from Bare Bones Software; now with integrated Notebooks and extended language support. 00:24:48 PODCASTS: Visit Twit.TV/Apple for Mac Break Weekly, iOS Today, Hands-On Mac and more! Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared! 00:25:54 Judy-How to Import a Stubborn Photo into Apple Photos? 00:29:09 KYEngineer-What does Show Tab Bar on the Mac’s Finder do? ForkLift PathFinder Setapp 00:34:22 Aron-Using AirPods Pro 2 Adaptive Transparency for hearing protection. 00:41:12 NedH-Mac Connects to Local Devices, but Not Internet. Why? 00:49:29 ManicBlogger-My Devices Keep Asking for my WiFi Password 00:52:06 Roger-How can I reboot my router when the Internet goes out? Keep Connect ConnectSense Router Rebooter Pass-thru Restarter (maybe?) – Probably not 00:58:15 Barb-My Apple TV Remote stopped working 01:03:25 Bypassing a Bad Wi-Fi Chip 01:09:44 Javier-Aerial ScreenSaver Filled Up My Apple TV 01:12:00 Pete’s Aurora Borealis Story 01:15:05 Mac Geek Gab 991 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
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Jul 10, 2023 • 1h 20min

If It Ain't Broke, Fix It 'Til It Is!

In this high-flying episode of Mac Geek Gab, Pilot Pete and Dave Hamilton unleash a treasure trove of quick Mac tips and tricks. They kick things off by zooming through system settings, with Pilot Pete navigating users on a shortcut to access them with the Option key. Not stopping there, the duo dive into accessibility customization, chat about the iPhone’s app icon wiggle-speed, and unleash the power of Siri on Macs – who knew typing to Siri could be so handy? But wait, “Don’t Get Caught” unprepared, as they segue into the savvy world of phone insurance, exploring self-insurance and credit card backup plans. The action doesn’t stop as they turn the Wi-Fi up to 11, discussing network upgrades, optimizing power levels, and channel selection. A hiccup with Time Machine backups on Synology NAS is thwarted with potential fixes. Phone in hand, they then globe-trot into mobile carriers and eSIMs, perfect for those Alaskan escapades. On the final descent, they spotlight the podcast-perfect Mackie DLZ Creator mixer, and before the landing gear comes down, they share gratitude for the community, plug Pilot Pete’s aviation-centric podcast “So There I Was”, and give a shoutout to Mac Stock. Strap in, because this episode takes you on a roller-coaster ride of Mac wisdom. Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 990 for Monday, July 10th, 2023 The MGG Discord Server is Live! The MGG Merch Store is Live! Quick Tips 00:00:01 PilotPete-QT-Option+[Keyboard Controls] Brings up System Settings for Brightness, Mission Control/Appearance, or Sound 00:02:52 Tony-QT-Take a Screenshot to Easily Zoom Everything on iPad or iPhone 00:05:22 Todd-QT-Get Your iPhone Apps to Wiggle Mode Faster! 00:06:56 Chicago Tom-QT-989-Use Siri on the Mac to Take a Quick Note…Silently, and without Stealing Focus 00:13:19 Matt-July 11-12 is Indie App Sales Day…Over 60 apps with discounts! 00:14:38 OldGuy-PSA-T-Mobile Autopayment Discount Only for Debit Cards now 00:20:34 Allison-PSA-Tailscale Breaks Keyboard in Sonoma Sponsors 00:21:48 SPONSOR: Zocdoc, the easiest way to find a great doctor and instantly book an appointment. Sign up for FREE at Zocdoc.com/MGG and download the app today. 00:23:33 SPONSOR: LinkedIn Jobs. Go to LinkedIn.com/MGG and post your first job for free! 00:25:10 SPONSOR: Notion Projects includes new, powerful ways to manage projects and leverage the power of their built-in AI features, too. For a limited time, try Notion Projects for free when by visiting Notion.com/MacGeekGab. Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared!  00:26:56 Gary – Why Can’t I Take a Screenshot of my Prime Video? 00:29:37 JTRay-How can I get more than 2TB of iCloud Storage? 00:32:34 Melissa-When Is It Time to Upgrade My Wi-Fi? TP-Link Deco 00:40:21 Jamie-Advice for Setting Up My Own Wi-Fi Mesh? eero Wi-Fi Explorer Cell Phone Signal Strength: *3001#12345#* Cool Cell Phone Codes 00:49:47 Rich-Repairing a Broken Time Machine Network Connection 00:56:12 Steve-“To Photos” or “Not to Photos” 01:00:59 Mark-What to do about Travel when Dropping from one of the big mobile carriers? eSIMdb.com PokeFi Cool Stuff Found 01:09:34 CSF-Mackie DLZ Creator 01:17:23 Mac Geek Gab 990 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
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Jul 3, 2023 • 1h 13min

Just Call It Touch-Touch

In this Mac Geek Gab episode, Dave Hamilton and Pilot Pete start with app permissions and then dive into the world of shortcuts, offering valuable resources like MacSparky’s field guide. Listener Ben contributes a shortcut for opening folders in the Finder, and the hosts discuss the magic of the option key and terminal shortcuts. They highlight advanced Mac OS command-line tools and share tips for activating Siri without a mouse. They urge listeners to experiment with Siri’s efficiencies across devices. A travel tip comes from a listener about manually adjusting the iPhone time when traveling, and they debunk the myth about phones causing flight disruptions. The hosts emphasize the need for system-wide clipboard managers and explore the usefulness of keyboard automation tools. Dave and Pete endorse training Apple’s filters to manage junk mail, stressing consistent efforts for efficiency. They recommend QR code scanner apps, share a unique QR code usage at a Dutch restaurant, and suggest attaching receipts to digital user manuals. They wrap up discussing Duck.com email service, CleanMyMac X, QuickTime Player for video editing, and encourage listener questions. Press play and enjoy! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 989 for Monday, July 3rd, 2023 CBDfx with Melatonin 00:04:10 Hangout on July 9th, 4pm EDT: SHORTCUTS. Come and share! MGG Calendar MGG Discord MacSparky’s Shortcuts Field Guide Quick Tips 00:00:01 QT-Go into Your Mac’s System Prefs/Settings > Privacy and check every category 00:05:45 Ben-QT-Command-Option-Click Dock Folder to Open in Finder Eighty Shades of Option Key 00:06:36 Chicago Tom-Run Shortcuts from the command line with “shortcuts run” 00:08:26 Lawyer Jeff-CSF-Advanced macOS Command-Line Tools 00:10:02 Chicago Tom-QT-Set a Keyboard Shortcut for Siri on your Mac 00:15:02 Martin-QT-Manually Change Your iPhone’s Time Zone 00:19:53 Ben-QT-Adjust iPhone and iPad Haptic Touch Speed Settings > Accessibility > Touch > Haptic Touch 00:22:10 Ben-QT-Relaunch Finder to Resolve Clipboard Failure killall pboard 00:23:37 Clipboard Managers Paste Clipboard Manager 00:27:59 Setup Shortcuts for your email addresses and phone numbers 00:29:35 QT Shift-Option-Command-v does a “Paste and Match Style” in MacOS 00:31:17 Grumpy-QT-988-Open Code Scanner in Safari and Add Model & Serial to Manuals in Notes Sponsors 00:34:45 SPONSOR: Hello Fresh. Skip trips to the grocery store and count on HelloFresh to make home cooking easy, fun, and affordable. Visit HelloFresh.com/MGG50 and use code MGG50 for 50% off plus free shipping. 00:36:13 PODCAST: The Jordan Harbinger Show. Jordan is a master interviewer, obsessed about audio quality, and focused on producing a great show that we think you’re going to love. Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared!  00:37:43 Larry-How do I manage iCloud Junk Mail? Manage Junk Mail for your iCloud Account SaneBox MailChimp ConvertKit 00:49:49 Kent-Google Results in Safari not what I expected on iPhone & iPad 00:53:22 CarPlay Speed Limits Follow Local Units instead of System Settings 00:59:25 Steve Hammond-How do I keep my Apple TV from repeatedly locking up? 01:01:41 Brent-Best Malware Scanner for Mac? Malwarebytes CCleaner Duck.com Email Cleaner CleanMyMac X 01:05:32 Gary Stitcher Going Away Aug 29th Gary-How to Stream (and not Download) Podcasts? Overcast 01:08:28 Chad – Overcast isn’t a video player 01:11:04 Mac Geek Gab 989 Outtro Hangout on July 9th, 4pm EDT: SHORTCUTS. Come and share! 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
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Jun 26, 2023 • 1h 22min

Watch Out For ConWare

Kicking off this week’s Mac Geek Gab, Dave Hamilton and Pilot Pete share a listener’s clever suggestion about storing receipts and user manuals in the Books app, a novel way to keep things organized and easily accessible. Your two favorite geeks then explore the little-known trick of shrinking the picture-in-picture screen on Microsoft Teams using a trackpad, as well as a hidden feature in iOS and iPadOS that brings text on a photo to life, simply by long-pressing on it. Dave and Pilot Pete also tackle troubleshooting tricks for Safari issues, spanning from the basics of uninstalling and reinstalling, to the more intricate reasons that may prevent a user from logging into websites or staying logged in. They ponder the likelihood of Safari being set to private browsing mode or having the “block all cookies” setting turned on, providing a comprehensive guide for the perplexed. The dynamic duo further discuss the intricacies of using eSIMs and physical SIMs, shedding light on the potential use of multiple active eSIMs across different iPhone models. Cool Stuff Found finds Dave and Pete sharing reviews of the Logitech G PowerPlay system for Qi-compatible mice and the Zenz Liberty, a versatile wireless charging pad that caters to a range of devices, including the Apple Watch. They further endorse the Eve Weather sensor as a dependable, Thread-connected weather station and the Brilliant smart home control system, which seamlessly integrates with HomeKit and devices like Sonos. Wrapping it up, Dave shares his recent experience with the iOttie Velox Mini MagSafe air vent mount, a handy gadget for the car that utilizes a MagSafe connector to charge phones on-the-go. They wholeheartedly recommend this device to their listeners for its practicality and convenience. Press play, enjoy, and Don’t Get Caught! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 988 for Monday, June 26th, 2023 The MGG Discord Server is Live! The MGG Merch Store is Live! Quick Tips 00:00:01 QT – Rebuild your inbox in Mail 00:03:20 The Brown M&M Litmus Tests 00:04:40 Mark – QT-Launch the iPhone’s QR Code Scanner with Control Center, Spotlight, or a Shortcut 00:06:45 If you Wait until you’re ready, you’ll never begin. 00:06:58 Tigg – QT- Use Books app to store User Manuals and Receipts 00:09:37 Jim-QT – Picture-in-Picture is Resizable with a Pinch 00:11:40 PCUnix-QT – Long-press on a Photo to get Safari’s “Show Text” option 00:14:14 PorthosJon – QT – Manually Install Rosetta 2 on Your New Mac Right Away softwareupdate –install-rosetta –agree-to-license 00:18:06 Tim – QT –Restart Your Apple TV Remote If Its Not Functioning Properly 00:20:43 What Else Have You Been Hiding From Us? 00:22:21 Cory-986 – PSA: Quick Videos are lower quality ​​Adrian Clark-QT – 986-Drag Left in iPhone Camera for Burst Mode 00:24:17 Paul-986 – Swipe Up-and-Down on iPhone Camera Shutter to Zoom Sponsors 00:25:57 SPONSOR: Notion Projects includes new, powerful ways to manage projects and leverage the power of their built-in AI features, too. For a limited time, try Notion Projects for free when by visiting Notion.com/MacGeekGab. 00:27:37 SPONSOR: Hello Fresh. Skip trips to the grocery store and count on HelloFresh to make home cooking easy, fun, and affordable. Visit HelloFresh.com/MGG16 and use code MGG16 for 16 free meals plus free shipping. 00:28:56 SPONSOR: Kolide – Kolide ensures only secure devices can access your cloud apps. It’s Zero Trust tailor-made for Okta. Book a demo today. Try Kolide Today at Kolide.com/MGG Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared!  00:30:20 Jim – What’s The Best Way to Upgrade my Wi-Fi Network? Eero Plume TP-Link Deco BE33000 Quad-Band WiFi 7 Mesh System (Deco BE95) 00:41:28 Terry – Can Safari be Stopped from Logging me Out 00:49:41 GoForTech – How to stop scam Pop-Up Notifications? Beware of Conware! 00:54:14 Todd – Can I Use my Phone as a Hotspot with an eSIM? 00:57:26 eSIM advice eSIMdb 01:04:35 Steve – Hot Mac and SMC Reset Question Cool Stuff Found 01:08:10 Jon-CSF – Get a Qi Mouse with the Logitech G PowerPlay System 01:09:19 CSF – Zens Liberty – 16 coil wireless charger (clear glass or black) 01:11:31 PCUnix-CSF – Motion Sensing Stick-on Lights for Closets and Cabinets YeeLight 01:13:21 CSF – Eve Weather – HomeKit Outdoor Weather Sensor (and tracker) 01:14:28 Jon-CSF – Brilliant Smart Home Controls and Switches 01:17:48 CSF – iOttie Velox Mini MagSafe Air Vent Mount for Car 01:20:05 Mac Geek Gab 988 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
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Jun 19, 2023 • 1h 23min

Unexpected Ripple Effects

Hey there, fellow tech enthusiast! Dave and Pete kicked things off by discussing some neat ideas to keep you organized. They talked about the power of creating a dedicated Notes folder, where you can jot down important information or even take pictures of where you’ve placed items. It’s like having a digital memory to rely on when you need it most! If you’re an iPhone user, you’re in for a treat. The dynamic duo shared some handy messaging tips that will make your life easier. They talked about merging contact threads to keep your conversations streamlined and avoid any confusion. Plus, they highlighted the importance of not setting a default voice number to prevent any hiccups with sending and receiving texts. It’s all about ensuring smooth communication in the digital realm. But it doesn’t stop there! Dave and Pete also emphasized the ripple effects of our tech decisions. They encouraged listeners to leverage keyboard shortcuts and custom menu shortcuts to supercharge their workflow. And for those drowning in emails (we’ve all been there), they offered some fantastic advice on navigating and managing them efficiently. Trust me, you’ll be thanking them when your inbox feels less overwhelming! When it comes to troubleshooting Apple devices, these geeks have got you covered. They discussed practical solutions like restarting your Mac and even reinstalling the operating system if necessary. It’s all about keeping your tech running smoothly and avoiding unnecessary headaches. But hold on, the conversation didn’t stop at tech alone! Dave and Pete shared their wisdom on other intriguing topics, such as online security. They highlighted the importance of using VPNs like PIA (Private Internet Access) to safeguard your online privacy. And hey, did you ever think you’d hear them talking about harmony and theory classes for singing? These guys surprise us every time! They also dove into battery management tips for Mac laptops, helping you get the most out of your device’s power. And brace yourself for one last gem: the Ultimate Vocal Remover. It’s an open-source audio editing software that can isolate vocals and preserve reverb, perfect for karaoke lovers or those looking to learn harmony parts. It’s amazing what you can do with technology these days! So, MGG family, we encourage you to press play on the latest episode of Mac Geek Gab. Dave and Pilot Pete will undoubtedly deliver a wealth of knowledge, and you’re guaranteed to learn at least five new things that will make your tech life more awesome. Happy listening…and Don’t Get Caught! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 987 for Monday, June 19th, 2023 PCUnix-QT-Create a “Where did I put it?” folder in Notes The MGG Discord Server is Live! The MGG Merch Store is Live! Quick Tips 00:03:35 Robb-QT-Merge Contacts to Retain History 00:10:33 Neal-QT-Click the PDF icon in Mac Print dialog to Save as PDF (2nd half) MacSparky says – Create keyboard shortcut Option-Semicolon gets you Ellipses… 00:14:58 Larry-QT-Verizon did a “network sync” to fix SMS issues 00:18:47 You Can Share Your iPhone/iPad Directly in Zoom 00:20:45 Dimming Your Screen…and Getting It Back 00:25:46 Rod L-QT-Enable Voice Isolation when calling from iPhone Vacuum Pack bags for travel 00:29:05 Saurabh-QT-Add Command-key to jump to top or bottom of Mac Mail lists Option arrow to jump to different emails in a thread 00:34:27 Pensacola Craig-QT-Option-Click the Apple Logo for System Information report 00:35:20 Louis-986–iFramix Pricing Correction: US$39 Sponsors 00:36:38  SPONSOR: Private Internet Access VPN – Save 82% off your VPN service PLUS four free months with a two-year plan at PIAVPN.com/mgg. 00:38:15 SPONSOR: Kolide – Kolide ensures only secure devices can access your cloud apps. It’s Zero Trust tailor-made for Okta. Book a demo today. Try Kolide Today at Kolide.com/MGG Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared!  00:39:34 Paul creating Calendar Events on iPhone without errors 00:43:49 Steve-Keeping Network Drives Mounted Keyboard Maestro AutoMounter 00:46:58 Jim-Setting a Timer on iCloud Keychain’s Password Unlock 00:48:40 Gary iMessage Crashing in Ventura – Ventura Messages Quit(s) Unexpectedly OnyX 00:54:52 Saurabh-How to Make Phone Calls Without a SIM? Skype to Phone Calls MySudo Google Voice Cool Stuff Found 01:00:41 CSF-Smartish Cable Wrangler (and “Bigger”) and Crown Joule 01:03:26 Aron-CSF-Ultimate Vocal Remover for splitting vocals from instruments “Botched Amalgamations” by FLING 01:13:43 Neal-CSF-Eufy SmartTrack Card for FindMy in your Wallet 01:14:58 Joe-CSF-AlDente for Enhanced Battery Management (a revisit to 859, where the same Joe originally CSFed this!) Mac Geek Gab 987 Outré Bandwidth Provided by CacheFly Follow us on Mastodon Mac Geek Gab on Mastodon Dave Hamilton on Mastodon Pilot Pete 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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Jun 12, 2023 • 1h 17min

Just Use Your Nose

In this episode, your two favorite geeks share some incredible quick tips, cool stuff found, and answer burning questions from the Mac geek community. So, fasten your seatbelts and join us as we dive into the world of Mac tips and tricks. Remember, as Dave and Pilot Pete always say, “Don’t Get Caught” without the latest knowledge! Quick Tips The show kicked off with an array of quick tips to supercharge your Mac experience. Here are some highlights: Hold iPhone Shutter for Quick Video, Slide Right to Lock Video Recording – Jeff revealed a time-saving tip for iPhone users. By holding the shutter button, you can instantly start recording a video. Sliding right locks the video recording, ensuring you don’t accidentally stop capturing those precious moments. Trigger-then-drag iPhone Volume Gauge to Fine-Tune – James shared a nifty trick to fine-tune your iPhone volume. After triggering the volume control, simply drag your finger up or down on the gauge for precise adjustments. macOS Ventura’s Image Capture includes OCR to PDF – Bill enlightened the audience about a powerful feature in macOS Ventura’s Image Capture. It allows you to convert images to searchable PDFs using OCR (optical character recognition) technology. Say goodbye to manual data entry! Tapback from Notification Center – JamCycler showcased a time-saving gem for iPhone users. Now you can quickly send Tapbacks, those expressive little reactions, directly from the Notification Center. Function-key equivalents for Home and End Keys – Bill shared a useful tip for keyboard warriors. You can replicate the functionality of the Home and End keys on a Mac keyboard using function-key equivalents. Use Creation Dates to Help Find Related Materials – Josh unveiled a clever way to organize your digital clutter. By leveraging creation dates, you can easily locate related files and materials, streamlining your workflow. Immediately Delete Unwanted Screen Recording on iPhone – JamCycler empowered iPhone users with a quick tip to reclaim storage space. Now, you can instantly delete unwanted screen recordings, ensuring your device stays clutter-free. Cool Stuff Found Dave and Pete never disappoint when it comes to unearthing the coolest stuff for Mac enthusiasts. Here are some of their exciting finds: iOS 17 Public Beta App Compatibility Chart – Adrian shared a valuable resource for those eager to explore the upcoming iOS 17 beta. The iOS 17 Public Beta App Compatibility Chart helps you ensure your favorite apps will run smoothly on the new operating system. Thermacell LIV Mosquito Prevention System – Stay bite-free this summer with the Thermacell LIV Mosquito Prevention System, shared by CSFR. It’s a must-have gadget for outdoor enthusiasts. Play to Track Your “Watch Later” Lists – David introduced “Play,” a fantastic tool for organizing your “Watch Later” lists across various platforms. Never miss out on your favorite content again. Number Shield for Pattern-Based Call-Blocking – Lee brought attention to Number Shield, a powerful call-blocking solution based on patterns. Say goodbye to unwanted calls and spam with this handy app. Keyboard Clean Tool Free! – Pete shared a cool free tool, Keyboard Clean, perfect for keeping your Mac’s keyboard tidy and grime-free. Remember, a clean keyboard is a happy keyboard! Notion Boost Browser Extension – Ral605 uncovered the Notion Boost browser extension, a handy add-on that enhances your productivity within Notion, the popular note-taking and task management app. Shottr: Better Screen Capture Tool! – CSFR highlighted Shottr, a fantastic screen capture tool that elevates your screenshot game to the next level. Say goodbye to clunky and limited screenshot options! Conclusion That wraps up the highlights from Mac Geek Gab 986. Dave Hamilton and Pilot Pete share invaluable quick tips, cool discoveries, and expert insights to take your Mac experience to new heights. Remember to subscribe to future episodes for more exciting updates and cutting-edge tech advice. Until then, keep exploring, learning, and as Dave and Pete say, “Don’t Get Caught” without the latest Mac geekery! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 986 for Monday, June 12th, 2023 The MGG Discord Server is Live! The MGG Merch Store is Live! Quick Tips 00:00:01 Jeff-QT-Hold iPhone Shutter for Quick Video, Slide Right to Lock Video Recording 00:03:38 James-QT-Trigger-then-drag iPhone Volume Gauge to Fine-Tune 00:05:43 Bill-QT-macOS Ventura’s Image Capture includes OCR to PDF 00:06:47 JamCycler-QT-Tapback from Notification Center 00:08:30 Bill-QT-Function-key equivalents for Home and End Keys MacBook Keys for the Home & End keys found on Apple Extended Keyboard: Home: Fn + Left arrow End: Fn + Right arrow Excel (For Apple Extended Keyboard and for MacBook keyboard) Home or Fn + Left arrow: Move to 1st column of current row Control + Home or Control + Fn + Left arrow: Move to top left cell of the sheet Control + End or Fn + Control + Right arrow: Move to the last cell in use on the sheet 00:10:15 Josh-QT-Use Creation Dates to Help Find Related Materials 00:14:11 Zulu Time…And Where It Comes From! 00:16:51 JamCycler-QT-Immediately Delete Unwanted Screen Recording on iPhone 00:18:54 Barry’s Midwest Mac Barbecue 00:20:47 PCUnix-984–iCloud Auto-removes Junk Mail after 30 days Quick-Hit Cool Stuff Found 00:24:02 Adrian-CSF-iOS 17 Public Beta App Compatibility Chart RoaringApp Compatibility Table 00:29:05 CSFR-Thermacell LIV Mosquito Prevention System Sponsors 00:30:56 SPONSOR: CleanMyMac X is an all-in-one utility that can help all of us in the Mac Geek Gab community keep our Macs clean and safe. Get 5% off CleanMyMac X today (and for two weeks only!) at MacPaw.app/macgeekgab. 00:32:14 SPONSOR: Notion Projects includes new, powerful ways to manage projects and leverage the power of their built-in AI features, too. For a limited time, try Notion Projects for free when by visiting Notion.com/MacGeekGab. 00:33:53 SPONSOR: BBEdit, the power tool for text from Bare Bones Software; now with integrated Notebooks and extended language support. Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared! 00:35:03 PCUnix-985-What’s the difference between Safari Profiles and Tab Groups? Cool Stuff Found 00:39:39 David-CSF-Play to track your “Watch Later” lists 00:41:52 Lee-CSF-Number Shield for Pattern-Based Call-Blocking 00:44:56 CSF-Pete-Keyboard Clean Tool Free! (Patrick in MGG 940) 00:47:37 ral605-CSF-Notion Boost browser extension 00:48:35 CSFR-972–Shottr Better Screen Capture Tool! (porthosjon in 972) 00:51:56 Ben-CSF-Claquette to Create and Capture Videos and GIFs (also Permute!) 00:52:49 AndrewWoodward-CSF-Screenflick for Screen Captures with Video and System Audio 00:53:58 Jeepster8675309-CSF-Turbo Boost Switcher Pro‘s AutoMode for Controlling Fan Noise 00:56:07 ral605-CSF-KABCON Tablet Stand for traveling with Portable Monitors 00:57:59 Dom Bettinelli-CSF-Anker EverFrost Powered Cooler 01:00:02 BlockTek-CSF-iFramix to bring old iPads back to life as the guts for your frame 01:02:52 Downloading Messages from The Cloud 01:05:33 PorthosJon-CSF-SlackGPT for using ChatGPT inside of Slack Jetpack for WordPress includes AI 01:07:29 ral605-CSF-ChatGPT Shared Links. (here’s one for this episode of MGG) 01:09:28 CSF-AirCard from Rolling Square 01:10:47 Mac Geek Gab 986 Outtro Bandwidth Provided by CacheFly Follow us on Mastodon Mac Geek Gab on Mastodon Dave Hamilton on Mastodon Pilot Pete 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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Jun 6, 2023 • 1h 14min

We Truly Live in a World of Wonder

Jeff Gamet joins Pilot Pete and Dave Hamilton to talk about Apple’s WWDC announcements including the new 15″ MacBook Air, the Apple Silicon Mac Pro, iOS 17, iPadOS 17, macOS Sonoma and, of course, Apple’s new spatial computing headset: The Apple Vision Pro. Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 985 for later-in-the-day on Monday, June 5th, 2023 Apple’s WWDC23 Keynote: We Truly Live In a World Of Wonder 00:03:05 New Macs MacBook Air 15” – $1299+ Compare with other MacBooks Air Mac Studio with M2 Max & Ultra – $1699+ Apple Silicon Mac Pro – $6999+ 00:13:22 macOS Sonoma Safari Profiles and Web Apps Share Passwords and Passkeys with a group using iCloud Keychain Sherlocked! Video Conferences Presenter Overlays Desktop Widgets (again!) 00:26:27 Apple Vision Pro: spatial computing headset – $3499 (announced) 00:40:45 iOS 17 Messages Search Filters 00:43:06 Where was AI? There’s no more Ted Lasso 00:52:05 More iOS 17, iPadOS 17, watchOS 10 Contact Cards Live Voicemail Journal app StandBy Use iPhone to Locate Apple TV Remote Mental Health Tracking/InsightsInteractive Widgets Multiple Timers 01:03:00 What else wasn’t mentioned in the keynote? 01:11:28 Mac Geek Gab 985 Outtro <https://mgg.fm/985> Find Jeff Gamet on Mastodon and Instagram; MacVoices Live, In Touch With iOS, The Big Show & The Mac Show, The Context Machine Bandwidth Provided by CacheFly 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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Jun 5, 2023 • 1h 20min

Sit On Your Hands

In this episode Dave Hamilton and Pilot Pete bring you a treasure trove of quick tips, insights, cool stuff found, troubleshooting mistakes, and expert advice. So, fasten your seatbelts and get ready for a mind-blowing Apple journey. As we always say, “Don’t Get Caught” without the latest tech knowledge! Quick Tips for the Savvy Mac User: Disable “Ask Before Running” on Personal Automation Shortcuts (QT-Disable “Ask Before Running” on Personal Automation Shortcuts): Learn how to streamline your workflow and eliminate unnecessary prompts. Use Shortcuts to Re-engage Your iPhone Alarm (Chicago Tom-QT-Use Shortcuts to Re-engage your iPhone alarm): Discover how to make sure your alarm wakes you up when you need it most. Unleashing the Power of Shortcuts In this segment, PorthosJon shares an insightful tip (983-Use Shortcuts to Replace Leading Spaces before Punctuation) that will save you time and effort when working with text. Furthermore, Gary reveals eight fixes for unejectable drives on your Mac (QT-8 Fixes for unejectable drives on your Mac), ensuring a smooth experience when handling external storage devices. CeeDub559 discusses mobile data usage tracking and resetting (981-Mobile Data Usage Tracking and Resetting), allowing you to manage your data consumption effectively. Quick-Hit Cool Stuff Found: Plex ATMOS on Apple TV with Infuse (Zack-CSF-968-Use Infuse to get Plex ATMOS on Apple TV): Elevate your audio experience by integrating Plex and Infuse. Explore the Dimensions of Many Items with Dimensions.com (Pensacola Craig-CSF-Dimensions.com Shows Dimensions of Many Items): Get accurate measurements for various objects with just a few clicks. Download iCloud Photo Library with Docker-iCloudPD (stevehammond-CSF-Use Docker-iCloudPD to Download iCloud Photo Library): Simplify the process of downloading your iCloud Photo Library using Docker-iCloudPD. Bruce presents SystemName (CSF-983-SystemName for Changing/Managing Your Mac’s Network Name), an essential tool for managing your Mac’s network name effortlessly. Mistakes We ALL Make: Troubleshooting and Supporting with Assumptions Pilot Pete shares his exciting experience with his new Mac, offering insights and recommendations for fellow Mac enthusiasts. Dave and Pilot Pete discuss common mistakes when troubleshooting and supporting computer-related issues. Remember, it’s crucial not to assume knowledge when providing assistance. Sit on your hands and listen carefully before jumping to conclusions! Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared! Barry seeks guidance on auto-deleting iCloud junk mail, and the hosts suggest SmallCubed Mailsuite as a helpful tool. Mark raises the issue of Mac restarts due to problems and receives advice on using TechTool Pro and resetting NVRAM and SMC. KYEngineer inquires about porting a landline to an iPhone, and the hosts recommend using a T-Mobile SIM and for a seamless transition to Google Voice if that’s your preference. Rob clarifies the proper use of the “umount” command when removing drives from /Volumes. Drewski seeks assistance with MDS-related CPU usage, and the hosts shed light on the meaning of MDS (metadata server). Cool Stuff Found: Additional Discoveries Discover how to migrate from Twitter to Mastodon using Fedifinder and explore the benefits of Mona and Ivory as clients. Also, learn how Topiary helps you prune inactive followings. Don’t forget to join Mac Geek Gab on Mastodon and follow hosts Dave Hamilton and Pilot Pete for more exciting Mac content! Conclusion In this captivating episode of Mac Geek Gab, Dave Hamilton and Pilot Pete have covered a wide range of topics, including quick tips, cool stuff found, troubleshooting mistakes, and expert advice. They’ve shared valuable insights to help you unleash the full potential of your Mac and avoid common pitfalls. Remember, “Don’t Get Caught” without this essential Apple knowledge! Tune in to Mac Geek Gab for your regular dose of Mac goodness and stay ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving world of technology. Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 984 for Monday, June 5th, 2023 The MGG Discord Server is Live! The MGG Merch Store is Live! Quick Tips 00:00:01 QT-Disable “Ask Before Running” on Personal Automation Shortcuts 00:02:43 Chicago Tom-QT-Use Shortcuts to Re-engage your iPhone alarm Mac OS Ken 00:10:29 PorthosJon-983–Use Shortcuts to Replace Leading Spaces before Punctuation 00:14:35 Gary-QT-8 Fixes for unejectable drives on your Mac 00:15:27 CeeDub559-981-Mobile Data Usage Tracking and Resetting Sponsors 00:18:05 SPONSOR: Zocdoc, the easiest way to find a great doctor and instantly book an appointment. Sign up for FREE at Zocdoc.com/MGG and download the app today. 00:19:41 SPONSOR: Kolide – Kolide ensures only secure devices can access your cloud apps. It’s Zero Trust tailor-made for Okta. Book a demo today. Try Kolide Today at Kolide.com/MGG 00:20:50 PODCAST: The Jordan Harbinger Show. Jordan is a master interviewer, obsessed about audio quality, and focused on producing a great show that we think you’re going to love. Quick-Hit Cool Stuff Found 00:21:51 Zack-CSF-968-Use Infuse to get Plex ATMOS on Apple TV 00:23:47 Pensacola Craig-CSF-Dimensions.com Shows Dimensions of Many Items 00:25:03 stevehammond-CSF-Use Docker-iCloudPD to Download iCloud Photo Library…instructions for Synology 00:27:06 What is Docker? Here We Are In This Rabbit Hole 00:30:48 Bruce-CSF-983–SystemName for Changing/Managing Your Mac’s Network Name 00:31:55 Pete’s New Mac Mistakes we ALL make: Troubleshooting/Supporting while assuming knowledge Sit On Your Hands Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared! 00:39:31 Barry-Auto-Deleting iCloud Junk Mail SmallCubed Mailsuite 00:43:42 Mark “Mac Restarts Because of a Problem” – vague but true! Oraculous TechTool Pro Reset NVRAM on Mac Reset SMC on Mac 00:49:24 KYEngineer-Porting my Landline to iPhone (or elsewhere) T-Mobile SIM Obi200 Maybe no Definitely 00:53:55 Rob-983-umount DOES properly remove from /Volumes 00:55:37 Drewski MDS Gone Wild – Pegging CPU What does MDS stand for related to spotlight? (metadata server) Cool Stuff Found 01:02:39 Using Fedifinder to migrate from Twitter to Mastodon. And Mona and Ivory as Clients! And Topiary to prune inactive followings… Mac Geek Gab on Mastodon Dave on Mastodon Pilot Pete on Mastodon 01:12:32 CSF-Audio Hijack 4.2 adds Speech Denoise, Parametric EQ, and FIR filter… and download free IR files from Waves Krisp Auphonic 01:17:25 Mac Geek Gab 984 Outro Bandwidth Provided by CacheFly 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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May 29, 2023 • 1h 17min

Mail Doesn’t Get The Hint

Welcome back, Mac Geeks! In this episode of Mac Geek Gab, your go-to podcast for all things Mac, our hosts Dave Hamilton, John F. Braun, and Pilot Pete dive deep into the digital waters of Apple’s ecosystem, covering everything from Quick Tips to solving your burning questions. So, strap in and Don’t Get Caught in the whirlwind of tech unaware! Quick Tips to Streamline Your Apple Experience After our usual friendly banter, we kick off the show with a series of Quick Tips that can completely transform the way you interact with your Mac and other Apple devices: Press-and-hold on your iPhone to prioritize an app update. No more waiting for that crucial app to finally update! Learn how to set default scrolling options on your Mac, thanks to listener Bill. This will certainly smooth your navigation experience. Patrick shares a handy tip on using multiple search/filter terms in Mail. Don’t let your inbox overwhelm you! Avoiding Hidden Dangers: Keeping Your AirPods Safe It’s crucial to remember that hiding your AirPods inside RFID protected places isn’t the best idea. Why? Tune in at 00:16:17 to find out! Making the Most of Your Apple Watch and iPhone We delve into how you can run multiple timers on your Apple Watch and discuss the peculiar fact that the iPhone can’t do this just yet. PCUnix shares a nifty trick to force your iPhone to unlock your Watch, while Scott enlightens us with a shortcut to allow or disallow unknown callers using Siri. We also explore the latest features introduced in iOS 16.5 and macOS 13.4, such as Siri commands for screen recordings and a solution to the slow Bluetooth issue. Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared The most rewarding part of hosting Mac Geek Gab is answering your questions and sharing your tips. In this episode, we tackle several intriguing topics: Michael’s query about receiving notifications on both his Phone and Watch. Nick’s question about replacing leading spaces before punctuation. We delve into the utility of Rocket Typist and TextExpander in this context. HarveyH’s uncertainty about changing a drive’s name in Finder. InfamousJohnnyB’s issue about unmounting specific volumes for specific users. And Gordon’s struggle with the Fontbook App when attempting to make collections. Cool Stuff Found: Enhance Your Mac Life We wrap up the episode with some of the coolest finds, including a smart plug power strip compatible with HomeKit and Alexa, an Aura Frame for displaying and sharing photos, and Ventura’s AUSoundIsolation Plugin to magically remove background noise. In the end, though Mail Doesn’t Get The Hint, you can stay ahead of the curve with Mac Geek Gab, ensuring you Don’t Get Caught unprepared in this rapidly evolving tech world. So, tune in to this episode and elevate your Apple ecosystem experience today! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 983 for Monday, May 29th, 2023 The MGG Discord Server is Live! The MGG Merch Store is Live! 00:02:45 MGG Evolves! Twitterific MacStock Conference Quick Tips 00:00:01 QT-Press-and-hold on iPhone to Prioritize Download for App Updates, too 00:08:40 Bill-QT-982-Setting Default Scrolling Options on the Mac 00:10:24 Patrick-QT-Use Multiple Search/Filter Terms in Mail Mail Doesn’t Get The Hint Find Any File 00:16:17 jkerns-QT-Don’t Hide Your AirPods Inside RFID Protected Places 00:22:13 QT-Run Multiple Timers on Apple Watch, but not iPhone 00:23:35 PCUnix-QT-Launch Watch app to Force iPhone to Unlock Watch 00:24:40 Scott QT – Shortcut to Allow / Disallow unknown callers with Siri Verizon Call Filter 00:27:01 QT-iOS 16.5 adds Siri commands for screen recordings 00:27:38 QT-macOS 13.4 Solves Slow Bluetooth Issue Sponsors 00:28:12 SPONSOR: Shady Rays. What’s better than getting one pair of Shady Rays and not worrying if you break or lose them? Getting two! Go to ShadyRays.com/mgg and use code mgg and for a limited time, when you buy one pair of Shady Rays, you’ll get a second pair FREE. 00:30:11 SPONSOR: Notion. With whatever you’re working on, Notion AI lets you skip to the good part. Save time and write faster by letting Notion AI handle the brainstorm and first draft. For a limited time, try Notion AI for free when by visiting Notion.com/MacGeekGab. Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared! 00:32:13 Michael-Notifications on Both Phone and Watch? Settings > Sounds & Haptics > Prominent 00:39:12 Using ChatGPT to write Ad Scripts! 00:40:34 Nick – Replace Leading Spaces Before Punctuation Rocket Typist TextExpander Setapp 00:45:17 HarveyH-How to Change Drive’s name in Finder? umount unix command 00:48:51 Ventura: Sharing > Local Host Name 00:53:59 InfamousJohnnyB-How to Unmount Specific Volumes for Specific Users? 00:56:48 Gordon – Fontbook App – not able to make collections [home] > Library > FontCollections Cool Stuff Found 01:01:38 PorthosJon-CSF-Meross Smart Plug Power Strip for HomeKit, Alexa, More 01:03:40 Patrick-CSF Aura Frame for Displaying and Sharing Photos Skylight Frame 01:07:07 CSF-AUSoundIsolation Plugin to remove background noise SoundSource iZotope RX Voice De-Noise 01:15:22 Mac Geek Gab 983 Outtro Bandwidth Provided by CacheFly 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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May 22, 2023 • 1h 28min

Navigating Hotel Notes-ifornia

In this episode, hosts Dave Hamilton, John F. Braun, and Pilot Pete kicked off with listener Dan’s quick tip on how to select groups of photos on iPhone rapidly. Dan discovered that swiping from left to right, starting from the first desired photo and scrolling downwards without lifting your finger, allows you to select multiple photos in subsequent rows. This efficient method helps you add numerous photos to a shared album swiftly. As always, the hosts continued to share their cool finds and answer listener queries. They emphasized the magic of the ‘Option’ key in Finder that can unfold all ‘Get Info’ details. When you’re looking at the Get Info screen and all the triangles are twisted closed, hold down the Option key while opening one of them; they will all open simultaneously. This also applies when you’re in the Finder itself. Option clicking can either twist them all open or closed at once. In addition, the Option key can be utilized in several other handy ways. For instance, holding down the option key and clicking the keyboard brightness key opens up the monitor system preference. Similarly, if you option click the volume up or down button on your keyboard, it will open up the sound system preference. The hosts were particularly impressed by a feature they discovered this week. When using a scroll bar, instead of trying to grab and drag the little handle, you can option click anywhere in that scroll bar, and it will jump the scroll point to that point. This feature can be a game-changer when navigating through long documents or web pages, making scrolling a breeze. In this episode, Pilot Pete brought an intriguing eSIM tip to the table. One of the listeners, Joao, shared his experience about buying an eSIM in China, which helped him bypass most VPN restrictions. This came handy while traveling, as it solved the Regional Data issue. Add to this some fantastic discussion about Passkeys as well as your questions answered, and it’s action-packed! Stay tuned for more insightful tips, tricks, and tech tidbits in the upcoming episodes. Don’t forget to sign up here to get shownotes delivered to your inbox every week. Remember, “Don’t Get Caught” without the latest tech wisdom from your favorite Mac geeks! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 982 for Monday, May 22nd, 2023 The MGG Discord Server is Live! The MGG Merch Store is Live! Quick Tips 00:00:01 Dan-QT-Quickly Selecting Groups of Photos on iPhone 00:03:37 QT-Use the Option key in Finder to Unfold all Get Info details Mac Keyboard Shortcuts 00:07:29 Joao QT bought eSim in China to get by most VPN restrictions -> Follow Up Regional Data is Cheaper! eSIMdb PokeFi 00:09:58 Managing Cellular Data 00:13:10 Apple Human Interface Guidelines Binders 00:14:40 Sacha-QT-980-Tell ChatGPT Which Language to Use 00:16:20 CSF-ChatGPT’s Plugins are now in Beta for many paid users Sponsors 00:21:57 SPONSOR: Kolide – Kolide ensures only secure devices can access your cloud apps. It’s Zero Trust tailor-made for Okta. Book a demo today. Try Kolide Today at Kolide.com/MGG 00:23:11 SPONSOR: Shady Rays. What’s better than getting one pair of Shady Rays and not worrying if you break or lose them? Getting two! Go to ShadyRays.com/mgg and use code mgg and for a limited time, when you buy one pair of Shady Rays, you’ll get a second pair FREE. 00:24:44 ChatGPT AI Usage Navigating Through Hotel Notesifornia Cool Stuff Found 00:27:44 Greg-CSF Map Redirect for Map Links and Opener to make iPhone links open in apps of your choosing 00:29:35 Ben-CSF-Unlox.it (formerly MacID) to unlock Mac with Trackpad tap, face, and more 00:30:31 Tom-CSF-981–Exporter to Export from Notes Attachments 00:33:13 ral605-CSF-Anker 525 Charging Station with 2 USB-C, 2-USB-A and 3 AC outlets 00:38:46 David Kloempken-CSF-CoverageMap.com – A Community-Sourced Cell Coverage/Speed Map (submit your own…if you dare!) Or use OpenSignal. T-Mobile 5G For The Home Starlink Roam for RVs 00:47:18 CSF-Viable and Liviable for virtualizing macOS and Linux from Howard Oakley Sponsors 00:48:29 SPONSOR: Hello Fresh. Skip trips to the grocery store and count on HelloFresh to make home cooking easy, fun, and affordable. Visit HelloFresh.com/MGG16 and use code MGG16 for 16 free meals plus free shipping. 00:50:10 PODCAST: The 5 AM Miracle. Every Monday morning, The 5 AM Miracle is here to help you dominate your day before breakfast, create powerful lifelong habits, and tackle your grandest goals with extraordinary energy. Passkeys 00:51:17 Allison-Passkeys (Currently) Require iCloud Keychain Paul Conaway-1Password will support passkeys in the version coming June 6th 00:54:55 Kyle-980-Passkey Cross-Device Cross-Platform Meet Passkeys at WWDC 00:56:32 Todd-Passcode Security Reminder Settings > Face ID & Passcode > Change Passcode > Passcode Options Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared! 01:04:18 Gary-Low Battery Alert on iPhone 01:09:28 Jeff-GC-Q How to Make an iPhone Email Signature with an Image -> Follow Up It Remains a Challenge 01:13:48 Bill-Choosing a Thunderbolt Dock OWC Thunderbolt Dock Caldigit Thunderbolt Station 4 01:24:20 Mac Geek Gab 982 Outtro Bandwidth Provided by CacheFly 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 Birds Aren’t Real 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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