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Mac Geek Gab — Apple Tips, Tricks, and Troubleshooting

Mac Geek Gab — Apple Tips, Tricks, and Troubleshooting

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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 Politique et gouvernement
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  • Emphatically Kind Requests

    Emphatically Kind Requests
    Oct 12 2026
    Customize your Finder icons for instant recognition, stretch your Apple Watch battery on long workouts with Low Power Mode, and jump months back in your Messages history with a single tap. You’ll also learn how to force macOS 27 to download from Terminal when Software Update won’t show it, and how to run separate Claude Desktop apps for work and home. Then your two geeks and a pilot tackle whether you can migrate to a new iPhone from an iOS beta, whether you need Mail.app running to feed Apple Intelligence, and the one Search setting that might be keeping Siri from your data. The big revelation is that you can now ask Siri why something failed, and she might actually tell you. No yelling required, though an emphatically kind request helps. You’ll get the best ways to connect to your Synology DiskStation without certificate warnings, and find out why Apple Watch battery service may get you a whole new watch, possibly with blood oxygen intact. Cool Stuff Found brings SetShot for tracking macOS settings changes, Marked QL for previewing Markdown in Quick Look, a folding case for iPhone Duo, and news that Apple will replace the Duo’s screen layer when the crease shows up. Press play, ask better questions, and Don’t Get Caught! 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1163 for Monday, October 12th, 2026 October 12th: National Gumbo DayMGG Monthly Giveaway – Win a MGG T-Shirt!The MGG Merch Store is Live! Quick Tips 00:00:01 Pilot Pete-QT-Customize macOS Finder icons00:03:37 Jonathan-QT-Put your Apple Watch in Low Power Mode during extended workout sessions00:06:00 PilotPete-QT-Getting to earlier messages quickly00:09:14 NASANut-Try the Terminal if you can’t see macOS 27 in Software Update softwareupdate –list-full-installerssoftwareupdate –fetch-full-installer –full-installer-version 27.0.1Dash for macOS 00:16:32 PorthosJon-QT-Run multiple Claude Desktop Apps for work/home For a second account I have it running `open -n -a “Claude” –args –user-data-dir=”$HOME/.claude-instances/work”` Sponsors 00:20:50 SPONSOR: CleanMyMac. Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use our code MACGEEK for 20% off at https://clnmy.com/MACGEEK00:22:06 SPONSOR: Proton VPN. Unlike most VPNs, Proton is backed by strong European privacy laws, and, right now, Proton VPN is offering our listeners 70% off a two year plan when you go to https://ProtonVPN.com/MGG Your Questions Answered – feedback@macgeekgab.com 00:23:41 Terry-Can I migrate from a phone running an iOS beta?00:27:48 Are Pete and Dave still getting iPhone Duo?00:29:14 Barry-Should I be running Mail.app to take advantage of Apple Intelligence? hybridsearchd high CPU usage is often triggered by Smart Mailboxes using “Entire Message” criteria 00:35:21 Robb-DGC-Make sure Siri can see your apps’ data00:37:22 Siri Can Answer Tech Support Questions About Your Mac Try asking “Why did that fail?” and it might just tell you! Sponsors 00:45:51 SPONSOR: Shopify. If you’re ready to stop putting off your business and start selling, sign up for your free trial and start selling today at https://Shopify.com/MGG00:46:58 SPONSOR: Origin is endpoint AI observability. See what a trace looks like at https://originhq.com/macgeekgab MOAR Questions Answered and Tips shared – feedback@macgeekgab.com 00:48:13 NASANut-How do you connect to your DiskStations? MariusHosting.com 00:55:32 James-1161-Apple replaced our Apple Watches when we repaired our batteries00:57:35 Martin-1161-Apple Watch warranty replacements might display O2 Cool Stuff Found 00:58:48 Andrew-CSF-SetShot to track macOS Settings Changes01:01:59 Allison-CSF-Marked QL QuickLook plugin (in Setapp, too) Marked 3 01:05:47 Terry-CSF-Limitless iPhone Duo Case01:10:12 Apple will replace Duo folding screen 01:12:23 MGG 1163 Outtro MGG Monthly GiveawayBandwidth Provided by CacheFlyPilot 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 iOS appMac 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 h et 18 min
  • Chromations or Aberrations or a Sheen – Mac Geek Gab 1162

    Chromations or Aberrations or a Sheen – Mac Geek Gab 1162
    Oct 5 2026
    Kick off Mac Geek Gab 1162 with a stack of quick tips. You’ll stop your iPhone’s Camera Control from firing on every accidental squeeze, flip the Mac app switcher into reverse without lifting a finger, and ask Safari to describe an extension and build it for you. You’ll snooze your alarm with S-Lady and get (a little) relief from macOS 27’s hybridsearchd CPU hog. You’ll also borrow a brilliant Shortcuts automation that swaps eSIMs the moment your plane leaves the gate. Then you’ll add your kids’ vital details to your own Medical ID, bring back every closed tab with Command-Shift-T, share contacts despite Apple’s Family Sharing limits, and learn why a quarterly check of your firewall, privacy, and notification settings keeps you from getting blindsided. Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton also dig into the iPhone 18 Pro color controversy to find out whether it’s chromations, aberrations, or just a sheen. Then your questions get answered. You’ll fix macOS 27 Golden Gate headaches like broken login items, a Hazel that’s gone on strike, and a Spotlight index that needs a fresh start. You’ll turn your Apple Health data into a readable report your doctor can actually use, and you’ll learn how to make your AirPods Pro work as real hearing protection at your next concert. Finally, you’ll find the best path to building Shortcuts, whether that’s a trusted field guide or letting AI write one for you. Press play, tune up your settings, and whatever you do, Don’t Get Caught! 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1162 for Monday, October 5th, 2026 October 5th: National Do Something Nice DayMGG Monthly Giveaway – Win a MGG T-Shirt!The MGG Merch Store is Live!MGG Monthly Giveaway Quick Tips 00:00:01 Todd-QT-Set Double Click to open the camera app Nomad Traditional Leather Case 00:06:26 Paul-QT-Cmd+Shift+Back-Tick AppSwitch in Right to Left Direction00:09:13 Stephen-QT-Hey Safari, Describe an Extension Produce four sliders to adjust the brightness (50-200%), contrast (50-200%), saturation (0-200%) and hue of all images. Label sliders B, C, S, H. Include a minimize button labelled -. Put the panel half way up the window. Include a reset button to return values to 100, 100, 100 and 0. Minimise after 10 seconds since last use. Reduce empty space in panel. When minimized only show standard brightness and contrast icons (black and white versions) side-by-side. Tap on those to restore panel. Save the values. 00:12:22 macOS 27 (developer beta 2) begins to resolve hybridsearchd high CPU usage00:13:21 Adam-QT-Hey S-Lady, Snooze!00:16:21 Kevin-QT-Shortcuts to Travel By – Switching eSim Networks seamlessly! Sponsors 00:20:18 SPONSOR: Eleven Labs: ElevenAgents can help build experiences that your customers will actually love. If you handle customer interactions, you can start with a demo at elevenlabs.io/MGG00:22:06 SPONSOR: Hims is changing men’s healthcare by providing convenient, quality care, 100% online. Start your free online visit today at https://Hims.com/MGG. MOAR Quick Tips 00:23:34 Marcelo-QT-Add your children’s details to your own iPhone’s Medical ID00:26:22 Jeff-QT-Cmd+Shift+T to reopen multiple closed browser tabs History > Reopen Last Closed [Window|Tab] 00:28:25 Andrew-QT-Check and confirm your presumed system settings00:32:32 Managing Notifications Settings00:37:05 SarasotaSteve-QT-Sharing Contacts in spite of Apple Restrictions00:40:50 iPhone 18 Pro Color Controversy Sponsors 00:46:43 SPONSOR: Origin is endpoint AI observability. See what a trace looks like at https://originhq.com/macgeekgab00:48:02 SPONSOR: Gusto. Get three months free when you run your first payroll when you start at https://gusto.com/MGG Your Questions Answered – feedback@macgeekgab.com 00:49:20 Jeremy-GoldenGate Woes Call for Help sudo mdutil -a -EBartender for macOS 27 00:58:23 Michael-How to Share iOS Health App Data with Medical Professionals? Vitalina app 01:04:37 Rob-Airpods Pro Hearing Protection Provided?01:13:05 Mark-?-Best method to build a shortcut? MacSparky’s Shortcuts Field Guide 01:19:55 MGG 1162 Outtro MGG Monthly GiveawayBandwidth Provided by CacheFlyPilot 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 iOS appMac 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 h et 22 min
  • Naked In Public

    Naked In Public
    Sep 28 2026
    Kick off Mac Geek Gab 1161 with a round of Quick Tips: flip through browser tabs with Command-Shift-[ and ], kill your iPhone flashlight with one tap, and learn iOS 27’s new swipe-down layout, where notifications, Siri, and Control Center each get their own corner. You’ll also bring CarPlay widgets back into your life, compare the apps on all your Macs with one Terminal command (and a little AI help), and find the Identity Documents collection hiding in iOS 27 Photos. Then Don’t Get Caught by SIM protection blocking your new iPhone setup, a watch battery “replacement” that quietly swaps your Apple Watch and takes blood oxygen readings with it, or a GPS-only Apple Watch that can’t call for help when you need it most. Next, your two geeks and a pilot figure out why iCloud Drive won’t keep your files local, share how they juggle iCloud, Dropbox, Google Drive, and Synology Drive, and help a caregiver limit an iPhone’s outgoing calls to a trusted few. You’ll get the right way to speed test your internet from your router, a fix for Siri AI that won’t leave, and an update on hybridsearchd eating your Mac’s CPU in macOS 27. Stick around for Cool Stuff Found, where Adam finally ends years of naked-iPhone with a screen protector (and a dose of shame) that goes on perfectly every time. Press play and get your answers before your gear gets you! 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1161 for Monday, September 28th, 2026 September 28th: National Family DayMGG Monthly Giveaway – Win a license to SuperDuper! 4The MGG Merch Store is Live! Quick Tips 00:00:01 Todd-QT-1160-use Command-Shift-[ to switch between browser tabs00:04:45 Martin-QT-Turn off the Flashlight with a quick tap of the icon00:07:37 Dr. Dream-QT-iOS 27 Swipe Down has a third option now00:08:47 Andrew-QT-Use CarPlay Widgets again in iOS 2700:13:08 Andrew-QT-Compare apps on all your Macs ls /Applications > ~/Desktop/apps-list.txt 00:17:51 Manhattan Glen-QT-iOS 27 Photos has Identity Documents00:21:50 Genius Scan to scan things Sponsors 00:23:38 SPONSOR: Hostinger. Hostinger builds your vision step by step. Create your website today. Go to https://Hostinger.com/MGG and use code MGG for 10% off now00:25:01 SPONSOR: BBEdit, the power tool for text from Bare Bones Software at https://barebones.com … now with integrated Notebooks and extended language support. Don’t Get Caught 00:26:14 Bill-DGC-Disable SIM Lock/Protection before transferring to your new iPhone00:28:27 Brian-1159-Replacing the battery might replace your Apple Watch…and lose features00:34:42 Doug-DGC-Carefully Consider a GPS-only Apple Watch Your Questions Answered – feedback@macgeekgab.com 00:35:47 Joe-Why is iCloud Drive not syncing down all of my files? Cirrus & Bailiff from Eclectic LightDropboxOneDriveGoogle DriveSynology DriveResilio Sync 00:45:38 HiFiGMan-How do I limit outgoing calls to only certain people? Sponsors 00:55:52 SPONSOR: Origin is endpoint AI observability. See what a trace looks like at https://originhq.com/macgeekgab00:57:18 SPONSOR: Private Internet Access VPN – Save 82% off your VPN service PLUS four free months with a two-year plan at https://PIAVPN.com/mgg. Follow-Ups 00:58:40 Andrew-1160-Use your router’s speed test app Netgear OrbiEeroUniFi Cloud Gateway Max 01:01:19 Larry-Siri AI hangs around too long01:04:50 More about hybridsearchd CPU usage in macOS 27 Cool Stuff Found 01:10:00 ATC-CSF- Spigen GLAS.tR EZ Fit – Screen protector AILUN iPhone Screen Protectors 01:21:18 MGG 1161 Outtro MGG Monthly GiveawayBandwidth Provided by CacheFlyPilot 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 iOS appMac 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 h et 23 min
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