Can You Spatchcock a Jackalope? — Mac Geek Gab 1060 episode image

Can You Spatchcock a Jackalope? — Mac Geek Gab 1060

Ever wondered how to make your reminders more organized? This episode kicks off with a Quick Tip from listener Joe, revealing a nifty trick to indent items in your iOS notes. Just slide an entry to the right, tap the indent area, and voilà—your list is now neatly structured! In this episode, Adam, Pete, and Dave dive into a variety of tech tips and discussions. From troubleshooting AirPlay 2 issues by reserving IP addresses to Read more…

MGG 1059 episode image

Malicious Mischief…and Cool Stuff Found — Mac Geek Gab 1059

Get ready for an episode packed with tech treasures and troubleshooting tips! Join hosts Dave Hamilton, Adam Christianson, and Pilot Pete as they dive into the latest “Cool Stuff Found”—from the handy Itsycal calendar app for your Mac menu bar to the innovative Zen Browser, a new Firefox-based browser. Discover Spot Hero for finding parking spots, the Jackery solar generator for your power needs, and Flight Board for up-to-the-minute flight information. Plus, learn how the Read more…

Flashlight Tweaks, iPad Tips, Drive Fixes, and More – Mac Geek Gab 1058 episode image

Flashlight Tweaks, iPad Tips, Drive Fixes, and More – Mac Geek Gab 1058

Are you the go-to tech support for your family? Tired of dealing with 100+ open Safari tabs on your relatives’ iPhones? We’ve got a Quick Tip that will save you time and sanity. Learn how to close all those tabs in one swift move and keep your family’s devices running smoothly. In this episode, Adam Christianson, Dave Hamilton, and Pilot Pete dive into practical tips for managing your Apple devices, like using the new flashlight Read more…

It's Not a Problem...Until It Is — Mac Geek Gab 1057 episode image

It’s Not a Problem…Until It Is — Mac Geek Gab 1057

In the ever-evolving world of technology, staying updated with the latest features can be both exciting and overwhelming. Apple’s latest operating systems—iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS, and watchOS—are packed with hidden gems that can enhance your user experience. In this episode of Mac Geek Gab, hosts Dave Hamilton, Adam Christianson, and Pilot Pete dive into some of these lesser-known features, offering practical tips and insights to help you make the most of your Apple devices. Read more…

Beware Alert Blindness — Mac Geek Gab 1056 episode image

Beware Alert Blindness — Mac Geek Gab 1056

In this week’s Mac Geek Gab, Dave, Pilot Pete, and Adam Christianson drop some seriously useful Quick Tips to enhance your Apple experience. From safeguarding your Venmo transactions to mastering Mac keyboard symbols via the Emoji keyboard, you’ll find yourself armed with powerful tricks. Perry’s tip on using Shazam to get music info from Apple Music or Spotify is a game-changer, and JMM’s hack to automate your Bluetooth Mac lock with BetterTouchTool is pure genius. Read more…

Downloads In The Cloud — Mac Geek Gab 1055 episode image

Downloads In The Cloud — Mac Geek Gab 1055

The tips start flowing fast, like using Pages’ Presenter Mode for presentations, multi-finger select on iPhone, and disabling 1Password’s auto-login on specific items. Adam Christianson and Dave Hamilton also explore the importance of keeping eero Plus security settings active after updates and highlight iOS 18’s new “Pinned Collections” feature for favorite photos. For the more tech-savvy, the discussion digs into the mystery of download folder chaos with tips from John, Jeff, and Kirit, suggesting ways Read more…

The Keynote For The Rest of Us — Mac Geek Gab 1054 episode image

The Keynote For The Rest of Us — Mac Geek Gab 1054

This week’s Mac Geek Gab dives into Apple’s Glowtime event, with Jeff Gamet, Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton debating their next Apple purchases. Everyone’s eyeing the iPhone 16 Pro, but there’s a tug-of-war between the Pro and the regular iPhone 16. With new features like the camera control button and iOS 18’s Apple Intelligence Summaries, they weigh the pros and cons. AirPods Pro Gen 2 get serious attention too, with their hearing aid Read more…

Master Focus Modes, Action Button Tricks, and Screenshot Management — Mac Geek Gab 1053 episode image

Master Focus Modes, Action Button Tricks, and Screenshot Management — Mac Geek Gab 1053

Get ready to level up your Mac game! In this week’s Mac Geek Gab, Dave Hamilton, Pilot Pete, and Adam Christianson dive into quick tips that’ll have you mastering shortcuts like a pro. From rotating photos directly in Finder with Command-L and Command-R to creating custom action buttons for screenshotting and emailing in one swift move, you’re set to save time and simplify your workflow. Plus, learn how to pause media playback the moment you Read more…

Cool Stuff Found: Tools and Gadgets to Keep You Geeked Out — Mac Geek Gab 1052 episode image

Cool Stuff Found: Tools and Gadgets to Keep You Geeked Out — Mac Geek Gab 1052

This week’s Mac Geek Gab is a goldmine of cool stuff found, perfect for every Mac user and tech enthusiast. Dive into tools like the Mac Media Key Forwarder to keep your play/pause controls in check, MacWhisper’s latest updates, and iStat Menus 7 for ultimate system monitoring. Whether you’re compressing PDFs with Lightweight PDF, substituting TextExpander with TypeItForMe, or managing your VPN with Public IP, these tips will keep your Mac running smoothly. Plus, for Read more…

Important Tidbits of Now Useless Information (and Some Useful Ones, Too!) — Mac Geek Gab 1051 episode image

Important Tidbits of Now Useless Information (and Some Useful Ones, Too!) — Mac Geek Gab 1051

In this week’s Mac Geek Gab, you’re diving deep into the world of Mac tips and tricks with Dave Hamilton, Pilot Pete, and Adam Christianson. From the best screen capture tools to mastering macOS reinstallation, you’ll get insights on how to streamline your Mac experience. Learn how to keep screenshots organized, manage HDR on your iPhone, and discover handy utilities like Shottr and OnyX that can make your workflow smoother. Plus, if you’re worried about Read more…