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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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  • Mesh Networks, iCloud Bandwidth Fixes, and Must-Know Mac Tips

    Mesh Networks, iCloud Bandwidth Fixes, and Must-Know Mac Tips
    Apr 20 2026
    This week on Mac Geek Gab 1138, Pilot Pete, Adam, and Dave tackle your burning questions and deliver the tips that keep your tech humming. You’ll learn how to properly delete images from your iPhone, sort out mesh networking headaches with T-Mobile, and decide whether Updatest and HomeBrew belong in your app-updating toolkit (spoiler: brew install topgrade is a game-changer). Struggling with limited bandwidth? TripMode lets you pause iCloud downloads on demand. Plus, the crew digs into why Plex Remote Access suddenly quit working and how Claude Code can help you recompile apps on the fly. The quick tips are stacked this week: skip the remount dance by using Finder Sidebar for network shares, generate QR codes straight from your clipboard, and tap Show Highlights in Notes to track edits. Listener Dave’s keyboard shortcut (Left-Control + Left-Command + Right-Shift…and then power) will save your Mac from accidental restarts while cleaning the keyboard, and a Synology power supply swap might save your wallet. Don’t Get Caught slipping on the latest Apple Pay hack that drains accounts from locked iPhones, or blindsided by Backblaze now excluding iCloud Drive from backups. Round it out with tickIQ for tracking your mechanical watches, and you’ve got another solid episode in the books. 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1138 for Monday, April 20th, 2026 April 20th: National Pineapple Upside-Down Cake DayMGG Monthly Giveaway – Enter to win a Plex Pass for a YearCongrats to March’s SoundSource winners: Ian, Robert, and JeffThe MGG Merch Store is Live! Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared! 00:03:42 Gary-How do I delete images from my iPhone?00:09:05 Jim-Which Mesh setup will work with my home and TMobile?00:21:20 Ian-Is Updatest (and HomeBrew) good for updating apps?00:23:35 Using Claude Code to recompile apps brew upgradebrew install topgrade 00:29:05 GW-How to Pause an iCloud Download when bandwidth is limited? TripMode 00:38:02 Dr. Brad-Why did Plex Remote Access stop working Plex Support Forum – for Plex Media Server Sponsors 00:45:22 SPONSOR: CarGurus. Meet CarGurus Discover, a new search feature where you can look for vehicles based on the way you think—using your own words. No more being boxed in by filters. Check it out at https://cargurus.com/00:46:41 SPONSOR: OneSkin. Born from over a decade of longevity research, OneSkin’s OS-01 Peptide is proven to target the visible signs of aging, helping you unlock your healthiest skin now and as you age. Get 15% off OneSkin with the code MGG at https://www.oneskin.co/MGG #oneskinpod #ad00:48:19 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 https://Shopify.com/MGG Quick Tips 00:00:01 Jeff-QT-Instead of remounting network shares, just use the Finder Sidebar00:49:56 Peter-QT-Shortcut to create a QR Code from Clipboard Contents.00:51:51 QT-Show Highlights in Notes.app to see who edited the Note and when00:54:09 Dave-Use Left-Control, Left-Command, + Right-Shift to keep your Mac from accidentally restarting KeyboardCleanTool 00:57:50 JP-QT-Synology Power Supply May Be Cheaper Repair Option Don’t Get Caught 01:02:05 DGC-Can you steal $$ from a locked iPhone? This Apple Pay Hack Can Drain Your Account Without Unlocking Your iPhone 01:11:03 Paul-DGC-Backblaze now excludes iCloud Drive Cool Stuff Found 01:14:13 DLH-CSF-tickIQ to measure and track your mechanical watches 01:18:26 MGG 1138 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 20 min
  • Why Your AI App Matters, What's Draining Your iPad & How TSA Digital ID Works

    Why Your AI App Matters, What's Draining Your iPad & How TSA Digital ID Works
    Apr 13 2026
    You’ve got quick tips galore this week: if your iPad battery’s draining mysteriously, your Apple Pencil might be the culprit, so pop it off when you’re not using it. Want custom emoji? Now you can create your own. LaunchBar fans, there’s a slick way to jump straight into System Settings, and if you’re self-hosting Bitwarden, the guys walk you through adding a local server with Cloudflare Tunnels. Pilot Pete also breaks down getting your digital ID working at TSA — and makes a compelling case that it’s actually more secure than handing over your physical license — plus there’s a look at TSA’s new Touchless ID system. On the AI side, if agentic browsing still makes you nervous, Dave and Pete have practical advice for easing in, and they dig into why the app you use matters just as much as the LLM behind it — including a look at Claude’s upcoming Mythos model. You’ll hear how to tighten your AI agent’s security awareness (Don’t Get Caught slipping on that one), use Comet to become the ultimate “Reply Guy,” let your LLM tell you which apps are available in Setapp, and even have your chatbot generate QR codes . Wrapping up, there’s a fix for Mail not seeing updated Contacts Groups, a cost breakdown of building your own 2026 27-inch iMac, and an honest conversation about whether Plex is getting worse. Press play and enjoy learning at least five new things, folks! 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1137 for Monday, April 13th, 2026 April 13th: National Scrabble DayThe MGG Merch Store is Live!MGG Monthly Giveaway – Enter to win a Plex Pass for a year! Congrats to March’s SoundSource winners: Ian, Robert, and Jeff Quick Tips 00:00:01 Ian-QT-1136-Apple Pencil can drain an iPad battery00:03:37 PilotPete-QT-Create Your Own Emoji00:06:24 Ben-1136-CSF-Use LaunchBar to launch System Settings00:08:22 Adding a local Bitwarden server Cloudflare TunnelsCloudflare WorkersUplock app for Apple Passwords 00:21:39 PilotPete-QT- getting digital ID to work at TSA & why it’s likely more secure than your license00:25:59 TSA Touchless ID Sponsors 00:30:28 SPONSOR: CleanMyMac. Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use our code MACGEEK for 20% off at clnmy.com/MACGEEK00:32:01 SPONSOR: Pocket Hose. For a limited time, you can get a FREE pocket pivot and their 10-pattern sprayer with the purchase of ANY size Copper Head hose. Just text MGG to 64000. AI Side Quest 00:33:40 The Flora-Bama Club00:35:59 Andy-What can I do if I’m not yet comfortable with agentic browsing?00:41:20 Your AI app matters as much as the LLM00:45:08 What’s up with Claude’s new Mythos LLM?00:48:42 Jason-QT-Tighten Your AI Agent’s Security Awareness!00:51:32 Using Comet to help you be “Reply Guy”00:53:46 Todd-QT-Let your LLM tell you which apps you can get in Setapp00:55:49 Roy-QT-Let your chatbot create QR codes iQR for QR Codes Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared! 00:58:33 Joe-Why is Mail not seeing my updated Contacts Group?01:04:12 Brent-Cost breakdown of the 2026 27″ iMac01:06:16 Matt-Is Plex getting worse? If so, can it get better? EmbyJellyfin 01:19:31 MGG 1137 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
  • Healthier Than Doomscrolling

    Healthier Than Doomscrolling
    Apr 6 2026
    You get a rapid-fire run of Mac tips that actually make your daily workflow smoother instead of noisier. From finally being able to change your Gmail address and using Markdown to escape Apple Notes, to smarter ways to attach glass screen protectors, auto-mount network shares, prune that graveyard of old Bluetooth devices, and squeeze better battery life from your iPad Pro, this episode keeps you moving instead of doomscrolling. If you’re shopping monitors for a Mac mini, curious why Find My wants light, or looking to travel with the right iPhone car mount, you’ll walk away with practical, field-tested ideas you can apply immediately. Then you dive into a real-world warning shot: Adobe quietly touching your /etc/hosts file and what that means for taking control back on your own Mac so you Don’t Get Caught. You’ll also hear listener-vetted iPhone cases—from rugged bumpers and leather shells to newer clear cases that don’t yellow—so you can carry your iPhone with confidence and a bit more style. 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1136 for Monday, April 6th, 2026 April 6th: New Beer’s EveMGG Monthly Giveaway – Enter to win a Plex Pass for a YearCongrats to March’s SoundSource winners: Ian, Robert, and JeffThe MGG Merch Store is Live!00:03:01 Grappling With The Weather Quick Tips 00:00:01 QT-You can now change your Google/Gmail username00:04:47 Todd-QT-Use Markdown to migrate from Apple Notes Bear app’s instructions for migrating from Apple Notes 00:06:46 Clif-QT-Install Glass screen protectors in a steamy bathroom00:09:33 Chris Powers-QT-Connect (more) Reliably to Network Shares on Startup Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared! 00:13:38 Greg in NC-How do I bulk-clean-up my Bluetooth devices? ToothFairy for macOS 00:20:17 QT-Bluetooth name changes are saved on the Bluetooth device, not on your iPhone00:23:57 Randy Walker-How long should my iPad Pro 11″ M2 be able to hold a charge? CoconutBatteryLow Power ModeIs it iCloud Syncing? 00:30:02 Larry-Which 5K monitor for my new Mac mini? Refurb LG UltraFine 5K – $799ViewSonic VP2768-4k – $549ViewSonic VP2788-5K – $929Philips 4K UHD 27” – $499 (unavailable)BenQ PD2730S – $1,099KTC 5K 27” – $549LG 27UP850K-W 4K – $334 00:46:25 Joe-Why does Find My need light?00:48:09 Leveraging Claude Code00:50:08 Uncle Jamie-What iPhone car mount do you travel with? USB A to USB C AdaptersiPhone Dash-mount Cradle Sponsors 00:56:39 SPONSOR: Gusto. Get three months free when you run your first payroll when you start at gusto.com/MGG Don’t Get Caught 00:57:59 Adam-DGC-Adobe Messed with My /etc/hosts file…and yours, too! Your Favorite iPhone Cases 01:06:09 Chris-CSF-Incipio Duo iPhone Case01:07:17 NASANut-CSF-Spigen iPhone cases and screen protectors01:09:20 Clif-The new, cheap clear cases don’t yellow like they used to01:10:35 Dan-Wuwedo is a bumper/open case for $1301:12:40 Thad-CSF-Check out Bullstrap Leather Cases01:13:43 Todd-CSF-Nomad Leather Case and the case for screen protectors01:15:26 Tony-CSF-Fierre Shann Leather iPhone Cases01:17:18 CSF-Mujjo Leather iPhone Case 01:18:36 MGG 1136 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 21 min
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