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Pilot Pete

Pilot Pete started as a listener and quickly became an integral part of the show, offering real-time feedback and ensuring everything was fully explained. Over the years, his involvement increased substantially, and now he's a true anchor to the show in every form. In 2022 Pete started his own podcast for aviation enthusiasts, So There I Was. Listen as he and his co-host, Fig, come together and share stories from their own experiences as well as interviewing aviation luminaries. Once you start listening, you won't want to stop!
Embracing Schrödinger's Desktop — Mac Geek Gab 1086 episode image

Embracing Schrödinger’s Desktop — Mac Geek Gab 1086

You’ll walk away from this episode armed with rapid‑fire Quick Tips that shave precious seconds off your day: shuffle your iOS wallpaper for fresh vibes automatically, sling “>>” in Notes to summon recent docs, and force‑sync iCloud Photos when lag strikes. Dial down cellular burnout with Low Data Mode—yes, Mint Read more…

By Pilot Pete, 3 monthsApril 21, 2025 ago
Password Hygiene, Custom GPT Hacks, and Your Best Travel Battery — Mac Geek Gab 1085 episode image

Password Hygiene, Custom GPT Hacks, and Your Best Travel Battery — Mac Geek Gab 1085

This week’s Mac Geek Gab is your fast lane to smarter tech moves, featuring Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton steering you through the latest Quick Tips and listener Q&A. You’ll learn how to turn your car’s Source button into a play/pause controller, why stuffing your user manuals into Read more…

By Pilot Pete, 3 monthsApril 14, 2025 ago
macOS 15.4 Fixes, Smart Home Discounts, & AirPods Battery Tips – Mac Geek Gab 1084 episode image

macOS 15.4 Fixes, Smart Home Discounts, & AirPods Battery Tips – Mac Geek Gab 1084

You picked the right episode to level up your tech game. This week on Mac Geek Gab, you’ll pick up smart Quick Tips like telling your homeowners’ insurance about your smart devices for potential savings, using UK plugs on US airplanes for reliable power, and mastering note navigation on macOS Read more…

By Pilot Pete, 3 monthsApril 7, 2025 ago
Backups, Passwords, and Creedence Cryptex — Mac Geek Gab 1083 episode image

Backups, Passwords, and Creedence Cryptex — Mac Geek Gab 1083

You’re not really celebrating World Backup Day unless you’ve got Time Machine humming, Backblaze backing, and Synology syncing. In this week’s Mac Geek Gab, you, Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton dig deep into layered backup strategies with tools like Arq, Hazel, and iDrive e2—plus the always-timely reminder to Read more…

By Pilot Pete, 3 monthsMarch 31, 2025 ago
Green Bubbles Strike Back: RCS vs. SMS Smackdown! — Mac Geek Gab 1081 episode image

Green Bubbles Strike Back: RCS vs. SMS Smackdown! — Mac Geek Gab 1081

Tired of your hotel room feeling like a sterile box? Discover how to make it feel like home on the go! This week on Mac Geek Gab, Dave shares his travel tip for adding ambiance to hotel rooms using the JBL Pulse speaker. Learn how this lava lamp-like device can Read more…

By Pilot Pete, 4 monthsMarch 17, 2025 ago
Reminders That Actually Work, CarPlay Hacks, and Why Siri Hates You – Mac Geek Gab 1080 episode image

Reminders That Actually Work, CarPlay Hacks, and Why Siri Hates You – Mac Geek Gab 1080

SXSW is in full swing, and Dave is multitasking like a pro—grabbing his SXXpress passes mid-recording while keeping the geeky goodness rolling. Quick Tips flood in, from clicking your scroll wheel to copy text in Terminal to checking CPU usage per Safari tab in Activity Monitor. Need hands-free Siri? Just Read more…

By Pilot Pete, 4 monthsMarch 10, 2025 ago
Cool Stuff Found: Monitors, Dash Cams, AI Tools & More! – Mac Geek Gab 1079 episode image

Cool Stuff Found: Monitors, Dash Cams, AI Tools & More! – Mac Geek Gab 1079

This week’s Mac Geek Gab with Pilot Pete and Dave Hamilton is packed with Quick Tips and Cool Stuff Found to keep your tech life running smoothly. Discover hidden battery drains on your iPhone by sorting battery usage by time, then take ChatGPT customization to the next level—give it a Read more…

By Pilot Pete, 4 monthsMarch 3, 2025 ago
Siri, I Want My T Back! — Mac Geek Gab 1078 episode image

Siri, I Want My T Back! — Mac Geek Gab 1078

Ever wished you could customize your iPhone’s lock screen with your name? This week’s Mac Geek Gab has you covered! Discover how to add your name or custom text to your iPhone’s lock screen using a clever Focus mode trick. Pete, Adam, and Dave dive into a variety of Quick Read more…

By Pilot Pete, 5 monthsFebruary 24, 2025 ago
From Power Failures to Plex: Tech Tips Galore – Mac Geek Gab 1077 episode image

From Power Failures to Plex: Tech Tips Galore – Mac Geek Gab 1077

This week’s Mac Geek Gab is packed with smart strategies to optimize your Apple gear and tech setup. Want to control which iPhone Pro lenses your camera uses? Dive into Fusion Camera settings. Keep your network alive longer by putting your router on a dedicated UPS. Apple Silicon’s insane battery Read more…

By Pilot Pete, 5 monthsFebruary 17, 2025 ago
From Garage Lights to Geeky Delights – Mac Geek Gab 1076 episode image

From Garage Lights to Geeky Delights – Mac Geek Gab 1076

Are you tired of fumbling with your iPhone to undo actions? Discover a game-changing Quick Tip that will revolutionize your mobile experience! This episode of Mac Geek Gab is packed with time-saving hacks and tech insights. Learn how to undo on your iPhone without shaking, customize your Finder tabs, and Read more…

By Pilot Pete, 5 monthsFebruary 10, 2025 ago

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