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Mac Geek Gab — Apple Tips, Tricks, and Troubleshooting

Mac Geek Gab — Apple Tips, Tricks, and Troubleshooting

Di: Dave Hamilton Pilot Pete & Adam Christianson
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 Get answers to your Apple tech questions every week! Dave Hamilton, Adam Christianson, and Pilot Pete share tips, tricks, and troubleshooting advice for your Mac, iPhone, iPad, and more — all delivered in a fun, friendly way that helps geeks and everyday users alike. Don’t Get Caught without your tech working right!The Mac Observer, Inc. 2026 Politica e governo
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  • CES 2026: Cool Stuff Found That Actually Matters

    CES 2026: Cool Stuff Found That Actually Matters
    Jan 12 2026
    You walk the CES 2026 floor with Pete and Dave and quickly realize this episode is about practical gear that earns its place in your life. You hear about clever headphones, smarter thermostats, compact travel tech, and simple photo organization that fixes real annoyances without overthinking them. The crew cuts through the hype, calling out what feels thoughtful versus what just looks flashy, so you can spot the difference between tools that solve problems and gadgets that will gather dust. Then things get broader and more futuristic without losing focus. You explore consumer health tech that is finally becoming accessible, modular controllers that rethink how you interact with devices, and open-ear audio that fits real-world use. Robots take over yards and floors, smart calendars and water sensors aim to reduce daily friction, and networking gear shrinks without giving up power. It is a fast tour of ideas that are close enough to touch, if not already shipping, with one consistent reminder guiding the whole conversation: stay curious, stay selective, and Don’t Get Caught chasing shiny things that do not actually improve your day. 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1124 for Monday, January 12th, 2026 January 12th: National Curried Chicken DayMGG Monthly Giveaway – Enter to win a copy of Ecamm Live or Carbon Copy Cloner 7!The MGG Merch Store is Live! MGG’s CES 2026 Sponsors: BusyCal (with code MACGEEK10)!EeroEcamm for Zoom integrationMacPawCCC Backup Cool Stuff Found at CES 2026 00:03:41 TDM Twist Headphones00:06:36 Eve Thermostat00:08:08 FotoStax – $25 for a 10-pack00:11:09 Targus Voyager EXP – $89.99 00:14:04 NOMATIC Travel Pack 00:15:52 Eloquens Email AI Autoresponder00:21:25 Consumer-focused Blood Glucose Monitors Abbott Lingo, Stelo by Dexcom, Isaac from PreEvent, Y-Brush Halo, Actxa Core Smart Ring Sponsors 00:27:27 SPONSOR: Copilot Money. Your money, beautifully organized, now across every device. For a limited-time, get 26% off your first year when you sign up at https://try.copilot.money/macgeekgab. Get two months free with code ‘macgeekgab’.00:28:49 SPONSOR: Shopify. In 2026, stop waiting and start selling with Shopify. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at Shopify.com/MGG00:30:25 SPONSOR: Gusto. Get three months free when you run your first payroll when you start at gusto.com/MGG MOAR Cool Stuff Found at CES 2026 00:31:33 Modue – Modular controllers for gamers, creators, and more00:35:00 Shokz OpenFit Pro Earbuds00:38:58 Robot Lawn Mowers Yarbo M-Series, Segway Navimow, Worx, Lymow 00:43:58 Robot Vacuums Eureka E10 Evo Plus – $299Eureka Z50 $799Roborock Saros Rover 00:51:13 Skylight Calendar 200:53:28 Droplet Smarthome Water Sensor from Hydrific00:58:04 TP-Link Aireal Digital in-app assistant01:00:31 TP-Link BE3600 Wi-Fi 7 Portable Travel Router TL-WR3602BE01:03:21 CubicScreen.com 01:06:22 MGG 1124 Outtro MGG Monthly GiveawayBandwidth Provided by CacheFlyMGG’s CES 2026 SponsorsPilot Pete’s Aviation Podcast: So There I Was (for Aviation Enthusiasts)The Debut Film Podcast – Adam’s new podcast!Dave’s Business Brain (for Entrepreneurs) and Gig Gab (for Working Musicians) PodcastsMGG Merch is Available!Mac Geek Gab YouTube PageMac Geek Gab Live CalendarThis Week’s MGG Premium ContributorsMGG Apple Podcasts Reviewsfeedback@macgeekgab.com224-888-GEEKActive MGG Sponsors and Coupon Codes ListBackBeat Media Podcast NetworkThe Mac Geek Gab iPhone appFollow us on MastodonMac Geek Gab on Mastodon Adam Christianson on MastodonDave Hamilton on MastodonPilot Pete on MastodonMona for Mastodon (for Mac, iPhone, iPad)Adam Christianson on X/Twitter
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    1 ora e 9 min
  • All Rhyme, No Reason, Just Tabs

    All Rhyme, No Reason, Just Tabs
    Jan 5 2026
    You kick off the year by tightening your Apple habits, starting with smart Quick Tips that actually stick. You build year-based music playlists for offline listening, flip on Airplane Mode when you’re out of service to save serious battery, and let the Health app handle reminders for meds and eye drops so nothing slips. You’re reminded of power-user staples like Cmd-Shift-5 for screenshots, learn how Google Sites can double as a surprisingly effective bookmark manager, and get clarity on when and how to disable VPNs properly, including on Apple TV for region-locked content. Along the way, you discover tools that reliably track Apple refurb inventory and dig into the oddly fascinating logic behind Safari’s tab close order. Then it’s time to not get caught. You hear why Time Machine now warns you when your backup drive is too small, why storing Notes “On My Device” can bite you later, and how increasing cloud storage often means increasing local storage, too. Listener questions keep things practical, from tracking a missing Apple TV remote to deciding when an iPad beats a laptop. A deep dive into strange Safari tab behavior brings it all home, followed by Cool Stuff Found that helps you update Macs more intelligently, evaluate startup risks, replicate Mac setups with Ansible, and even capture insights from podcasts using AI. It’s a fast, practical reset that helps you start the year sharper, safer, and a little more in control. 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1123 for Monday, January 5th, 2026 January 5th: National Whipped Cream DayMGG Monthly Giveaway – Enter to win a copy of Ecamm Live or Carbon Copy Cloner 7!The MGG Merch Store is Live!MGG’s CES 2026 Sponsors: BusyCal (with code MACGEEK10)!EeroEcamm for Zoom integrationMacPawCCC Backup Quick Tips 00:00:01 Joe-QT-Make Year-based Music playlists for offline listening00:04:44 John-QT-Use Airplane Mode to save your battery when you’re out of service00:06:53 Steve-QT-Use the iPhone Health app to remind you about medications, eye drops, and more! CES 2026 Sponsor: BusyCal (with code MACGEEK10)! 00:12:26 Avraham-QT-Remember to use Cmd-Shift-5 for Screenshots00:17:36 Andrew-QT-1115-Use Google Sites as your Bookmarks manager00:21:32 Jason-QT-1122-Shut off your VPN from within the app, not Settings00:23:03 Joe-QT-Use AppleTV VPN for region-locked content00:28:51 Ben-1121-Refurb Tracker reliably tracks Apple refurb inventory00:30:22 Ben-QT-There’s Logic to Safari Tabs Close Order…right? Don’t Get Caught 00:32:11 Doug-DGC-Time Machine now warns you if your drive is too small CES 2026 Sponsor: CCC BackupCES 2026 Sponsor: MacPaw 00:41:29 Jose-DGC-1104-Be aware if you’re storing Notes On My [Device]00:43:50 Doug-DGC-Increasing cloud storage means increasing local storage Reviews 00:46:37 Apv9-MGG Review-Absolutely Essential LIstening for Apple Users! Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared! 00:47:41 Skylar-Can I track my Apple TV remote?00:50:17 Which remote control do you use?00:53:27 Glenn-When do you reach for your iPad vs. your laptop? OmniOutliner 01:02:54 Juergen-Why the crazy tab behavior?01:09:20 CES 2026 Coverage SponsorsEeroEcamm for Zoom integration Cool Stuff Found 01:11:39 Steve-CSF-Latest for updating your Mac’s software SwitchGlass 01:13:01 Arvydas-CSF-MacPersistenceChecker to risk-score all your startup items01:14:17 Alan-CSF-1121-Use Ansible to replicate user preferences between Macs01:15:16 Dan-CSF-SnipD AI-powered Podcast app for capturing and learning from episodes 01:17:09 MGG 1123 Outtro MGG Monthly GiveawayBandwidth Provided by CacheFlyMGG’s CES 2026 SponsorsPilot Pete’s Aviation Podcast: So There I Was (for Aviation Enthusiasts)The Debut Film Podcast – Adam’s new podcast!Dave’s Business Brain (for Entrepreneurs) and Gig Gab (for Working Musicians) PodcastsMGG Merch is Available!Mac Geek Gab YouTube PageMac Geek Gab Live CalendarThis Week’s MGG Premium ContributorsMGG Apple Podcasts Reviewsfeedback@macgeekgab.com224-888-GEEKActive MGG Sponsors and Coupon Codes ListBackBeat Media Podcast Network
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    1 ora e 20 min
  • Hidden macOS 26 Features, Homebrew Upgrades, and VPN Gotchas

    Hidden macOS 26 Features, Homebrew Upgrades, and VPN Gotchas
    Dec 29 2025
    You dive straight into practical macOS and workflow wins, starting with macOS 26’s new ability to record video by window and moving quickly into keeping your Homebrew setup clean, current, and fast. You learn how simple display resolution tweaks can hide the MacBook notch or eliminate it entirely, and why audio problems like AirPods mic failures often come down to overlooked system behavior. Along the way, you’re reminded to stay alert to sneaky gotchas like expiring Tailscale devices, VPNs that never fully disconnect, and cables that quietly become the weakest link. Don’t Get Caught assuming the obvious is working as expected. Then it’s on to listener questions that hit real-world pain points: avoiding international cell charges even when using an eSIM, understanding why not all MVNOs are equal, and keeping vacation photos manageable by killing duplicates before they pile up. You dig into OS version mismatches, whether AI actually helps tech support when used correctly, and why asking AI to explain the “why” matters. Cool Stuff Found rounds things out with tools for sleep and stress tracking, app update management, USB speed visibility, smarter System Settings navigation, notch-aware utilities, nostalgic screen savers, and shortcut mastery. It’s a fast-moving episode packed with ways to tighten your setup, reduce friction, and stay one step ahead. Happy new year, y’all! See you in 2026! (don’t worry, that’s next week, right on schedule!) 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1122 for Monday, December 29th, 2025 December 29th: Still Need To Do DayMGG Monthly Giveaway – Enter to win a copy of OpenIn!The MGG Merch Store is Live!MGG’s CES 2026 Sponsors: BusyCal (with code MACGEEK10)!EeroEcammMacPawCCC Backup Quick Tips 00:00:01 Ben-QT-macOS 26 now adds video recording by window00:04:47 Pilot Pete-QT-Upgrade Your Homebrew Install! brew upgradebrew install topgradebrew install speedtest-cli 00:10:37 Michael-QT-1121-Use a different Display Resolution to hide the notch 00:11:39 Antony-CSF-1121–Say No To Notch to disable your MacBook’s Notch entirely Don’t Get Caught 00:12:23 Andrew-DGC-AirPods Mic Failure00:18:37 Chris-DGC-Be aware Tailscale device expiration00:21:02 Tom S-DGC-Your VPN might still be connected!00:23:48 Pilot Pete=DGC-Really! Try Different Cables Sponsors 00:29:14 SPONSOR: Copilot Money. Your money, beautifully organized, now across every device. For a limited-time, get 26% off your first year when you sign up at https://try.copilot.money/macgeekgab. Get two months free with code ‘macgeekgab’.00:30:45 SPONSOR: Gusto. Get three months free when you run your first payroll when you start at gusto.com/MGG Reviews 00:31:58 BobCleaver-MGG Review-Thanks for the excellent info Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared! 00:32:56 Greg-How to avoid International Charges on Cell Phone while Traveling eSIMdb for finding eSIMs 00:39:42 Not all MVNOs are created equal00:43:22 Robert-How do you manage your photos on vacation? Remove duplicate photos and videos on Mac 00:49:21 Todd-Any Issues with iOS 26 and Not macOS 26?00:53:42 Joe-Does AI make tech support’s job easier? Ask the AI to teach you WHY a proposed solution is good Cool Stuff Found 01:01:48 Bob-CSF-AutoSleep for sleep and stress tracking Heart Analyzer 01:04:20 Jeepster 8675309-CSF-Updatest for keeping your Mac’s apps up-to-date MacUpdater 01:08:26 Dan-CSM-USB Connection Information puts USB speeds in your menu bar01:09:40 Allison-CSM-Mind Map of System Settings01:11:51 CSF-AirNotch Pro Dual01:13:55 SccrHallways-CSF-Flying Toasters Screensaver is back!01:16:28 DJ Mac-CSF-CheatSheet to see all your keyboard shortcuts 01:17:54 MGG 1122 Outtro MGG Monthly GiveawayBandwidth Provided by CacheFlyMGG’s CES 2026 SponsorsPilot Pete’s Aviation Podcast: So There I Was (for Aviation Enthusiasts)The Debut Film Podcast – Adam’s new podcast!Dave’s Business Brain (for Entrepreneurs) and Gig Gab (for Working Musicians) PodcastsMGG Merch is Available!Mac Geek Gab YouTube PageMac Geek Gab Live CalendarThis Week’s MGG Premium ContributorsMGG Apple Podcasts Reviewsfeedback@macgeekgab.com224-888-GEEKActive MGG Sponsors and Coupon Codes ListBackBeat Media Podcast Network
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    1 ora e 21 min
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