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Dave Hamilton

Dave Hamilton is a podcaster, a publisher, and a nerd who has spent the past three decades of his career educating thousands of computer users. In addition to Mac Geek Gab podcast (now in its 19th year!), Dave is co-host of Business Brain and Gig Gab, two other shows to check out! Dave is also the co-founder and CEO of BackBeat Media, a boutique network of podcasts and websites that represents fiercely-independent publishers, of which Dave considers himself one. He has been involved in online publishing since 1998, when he co-founded The Mac Observer, a popular Apple news site which was acquired in 2021. Technology isn't the only thing Dave's a nerd about: he's also a drummer, playing in Bitter Pill, Fling, and various other projects in and around the New Hampshire seacoast where he and his wife, Lisa, live and raised their two children. Dave's reachable for a limited amount of paid consulting at DaveTheNerd.com and you can find to him on Mastodon, Bluesky, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook, too!
Doing The AirPods Dance — Mac Geek Gab 1098 episode image

Doing The AirPods Dance — Mac Geek Gab 1098

You’re swimming in Quick Tips this week on Mac Geek Gab 1098! You’ll learn how to fix flaky Apple TV Wi-Fi, make your AirPods fit better (hint: flip ’em), and finally tame Hot Corners with a smart modifier key. Discover the secret to custom routes in Apple Maps on iOS Read more…

By Dave Hamilton, 43 minutesJuly 14, 2025 ago
Bring Your Own Dog — Mac Geek Gab 1097 episode image

Bring Your Own Dog — Mac Geek Gab 1097

You’re in for a fast-paced ride with Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton as they dive into power-user Quick Tips that’ll change your Apple game. From lightning-fast navigation in Notes to creating Spotify-style stations in Apple Music, and securing your Time Machine volumes inside encrypted APFS containers, this episode Read more…

By Dave Hamilton, 1 weekJuly 7, 2025 ago
He's Mr. Hundred and One! — Mac Geek Gab 1096 episode image

He’s Mr. Hundred and One! — Mac Geek Gab 1096

You’re about to level up your tech game with Quick Tips and Cool Stuff Found that’ll make you wonder how you ever lived without them. From keeping tabs on low AirPods battery via the Today view widget to renaming your Spaces for better Mac workflow, it’s all here. Discover magnetic Read more…

By Dave Hamilton, 2 weeksJune 30, 2025 ago
Is it appleOS 26? Or aquaOS 26? — Mac Geek Gab 1095 episode image

Is it appleOS 26? Or aquaOS 26? — Mac Geek Gab 1095

Ready to upgrade or migrate your Mac? You’ll learn the smartest way to do it from Adam’s shiny new M4 MacBook Pro to migration tips that help you avoid the dreaded cruft. Whether you’re going Mac-to-Mac over Thunderbolt or restoring from Time Machine, we’ve got you covered. Don’t forget those Read more…

By Dave Hamilton, 3 weeksJune 23, 2025 ago
My Zulu Converter is Offline — Mac Geek Gab 1094 episode image

My Zulu Converter is Offline — Mac Geek Gab 1094

You’re gonna love this jam-packed episode of Mac Geek Gab! Dive in with a barrage of Quick Tips, like turning your wonky circle sketches into perfect shapes, compressing image sizes with Mail and Squash, and even tricking Safari into showing you paywalled content. Your fellow geeks also bring sharp insights—from Read more…

By Dave Hamilton, 4 weeksJune 16, 2025 ago
Hello Again, Round-Rect! — Mac Geek Gab 1093

Hello Again, Round-Rect! — Mac Geek Gab 1093

In this week’s Mac Geek Gab, you, Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton dig deep into everything Apple announced for macOS 26 “Tahoe” and beyond. Get the scoop on which Macs make the cut, how Spotlight finally grows up into a proper launcher—with clipboard history—and why Shortcuts just became Read more…

By Dave Hamilton, 1 month ago
MGG...Jeopardy Style — Mac Geek Gab 1092 episode image

MGG…Jeopardy Style — Mac Geek Gab 1092

This week on Mac Geek Gab, you’ll learn how to outsmart your tech before it tries to outsmart you. Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton deliver a barrage of Quick Tips, including reviving dead notifications by force-quitting Notification Center, rethinking your Dock layout for remote desktops, and leveraging iOS’s Read more…

By Dave Hamilton, 1 monthJune 2, 2025 ago
Is That Foreboding or Foreshadowing? – Mac Geek Gab 1091 episode image

Is That Foreboding or Foreshadowing? – Mac Geek Gab 1091

Ever wished you could merge your Apple accounts or automate your lawn care? This week’s Mac Geek Gab has you covered! Discover how to finally merge your Apple accounts, combining your purchases and iCloud data seamlessly. Dave, Adam, and Pete dive into the long-awaited solution for those juggling multiple Apple Read more…

By Dave Hamilton, 2 monthsMay 26, 2025 ago
Tab-itis Is Real...and It's OK! — Mac Geek Gab 1090 episode image

Tab-itis Is Real…and It’s OK! — Mac Geek Gab 1090

Are you tired of struggling with Wi-Fi issues and tech frustrations? This episode of Mac Geek Gab has you covered with solutions to common problems and clever tips to enhance your tech experience. Dive into a world of Wi-Fi troubleshooting as the Pete, Adam, and Dave discuss solutions for UPS Read more…

By Dave Hamilton, 2 monthsMay 19, 2025 ago
iCloud Alter Egos, Dock Duplicates, and Synology's Shenanigans – Mac Geek Gab 1089 episode image

iCloud Alter Egos, Dock Duplicates, and Synology’s Shenanigans – Mac Geek Gab 1089

This week’s Mac Geek Gab is bursting with power-user gold, thanks to Dave, Pilot Pete, and Adam Christianson. You’ll learn how to command Time Machine from Terminal like a pro, tame your iCloud email identities, and even resize your Dock to fit your vibe. Quick Tips fly fast, from dragging Read more…

By Dave Hamilton, 2 monthsMay 12, 2025 ago

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