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Mac Geek Gab 1087 Live

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Mac Geek Gab Live Streams our recordings every week. Tune in, and feel free to chat in our Discord while you do! https://macgeekgab.com/discord

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Mac Geek Gab Live Streams our recordings every week. Tune in, and feel free to chat in our Discord while you do! https://macgeekgab.com/discord

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English


Episodes
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Fix Your Wi-Fi, Upgrade Your Podcast Rig, and Travel Smarter

4/28/2025
This week on Mac Geek Gab 1087, you get packed with Quick Tips to sharpen your workflow: send lyrics via text from Apple Music with a long press, use ChatGPT smarter for search, and master the magical Cmd-Opt-Shift-V paste for plain text. Discover how Hazel tames your Downloads folder, 1Password […]

Duration:01:19:14

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Embracing Schrödinger's Desktop

4/21/2025
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 […]

Duration:01:19:51

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Password Hygiene, Custom GPT Hacks, and Your Best Travel Battery

4/14/2025
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 […]

Duration:01:16:53

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macOS 15.4 Fixes, Smart Home Discounts, & AirPods Battery Tips

4/7/2025
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 […]

Duration:01:22:24

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Backups, Passwords, and Creedence Cryptex

3/31/2025
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 […]

Duration:01:19:04

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Don’t Get Caught: iCloud, VPNs, and the Future of AI

3/24/2025
This week, you’re loaded with Quick Tips to streamline your Apple life. You’ll learn how to nest Notes folders, edit Siri Reminders from your Lock Screen, and why your iPhone needs to stay locked for Continuity Camera magic. Discover how to whip up Wi-Fi QR codes with ease, subscribe to […]

Duration:01:29:00

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Green Bubbles Strike Back: RCS vs. SMS Smackdown!

3/17/2025
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 […]

Duration:01:16:53

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Reminders That Actually Work, CarPlay Hacks, and Why Siri Hates You

3/10/2025
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 […]

Duration:01:22:02

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Cool Stuff Found: Monitors, Dash Cams, AI Tools & More!

3/3/2025
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 […]

Duration:01:21:37

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Siri, I Want My T Back!

2/24/2025
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 […]

Duration:01:15:55

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From Power Failures to Plex: Tech Tips Galore

2/17/2025
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 […]

Duration:01:22:03

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From Garage Lights to Geeky Delights

2/10/2025
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 […]

Duration:01:19:55

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Time To Get Past 300 Baud – Mac Geek Gab 1075

2/4/2025
Are you tired of your smart home devices failing when your internet goes down? Don’t get caught unprepared! In this episode of Mac Geek Gab, Pete, Adam, and Dave dive into the world of home automation and network stability. They discuss strategies for keeping your smart home running smoothly, even […]

Duration:01:22:21

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Battery Battles, Font Fun, and Ad Blockers...Oh My!

1/27/2025
Are you tired of struggling with password management and battery life on your Mac? This week’s Mac Geek Gab has you covered! Discover how to streamline your password management experience by using the escape key to dismiss Apple’s autofill dialog and access your preferred password manager. Learn about the debate […]

Duration:01:18:51

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Keyboard Kung Fu & Wi-Fi Wonders

1/20/2025
Are you struggling to manage your digital photo collection? Don’t get caught with disorganized memories! In this episode of Mac Geek Gab, Adam, Pete, and Dave dive into the world of photo organization and archiving. They discuss strategies for managing large photo libraries, including creating separate libraries for different life […]

Duration:01:19:21

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Circling the Wi-Fi Drain at CES 2025

1/13/2025
Don’t get caught wasting hours on lackluster tech! In this episode of Mac Geek Gab, Dave and Pete bring you the cream of the crop from CES 2025. They dive into the most exciting and innovative products they’ve discovered, saving you the hassle of navigating the overwhelming show floor. From a […]

Duration:01:04:02

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They Dissolve Like You’re Thanos

1/6/2025
Dive into the latest Mac Geek Gab where Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton kick off 2025 with a bang. From pre-CES discoveries like the 1MORE S70 Open-Ear Wireless Earbuds to clever Quick Tips, you’ll find tools to supercharge your Apple experience. Learn how to search sites with a […]

Duration:01:23:02

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Resolve to Trim Your Fat (Binaries)

12/30/2024
Are you tired of fumbling with your Mac’s settings every time you need to move it? Discover how to keep your device powered on while relocating it in this episode of Mac Geek Gab! Dave, Adam, and Pete dive into the world of portable power solutions for Mac desktops. From […]

Duration:01:19:19

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Geeks, Gear, and Grievances

12/23/2024
Are you tired of struggling with your Mac’s settings and apps? Discover how to streamline your tech life with Mac Geek Gab’s latest episode! This week, Adam, Pete, and Dave dive into a treasure trove of Quick Tips and Cool Stuff Found. Learn how to take screenshots of your Applications […]

Duration:01:14:14

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A Flotilla of Tips...and More!

12/16/2024
Struggling to find what you need on a website? Discover a game-changing search trick that will save you time and frustration. This episode of Mac Geek Gab is packed with Quick Tips, Cool Stuff Found, and a whole lot of tech wisdom to keep you ahead of the curve. In […]

Duration:01:17:57