In this week’s episode of Mac Geek Gab, Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton dive into the intricacies of tech life, ensuring you’re equipped with the nerdiest of tips to streamline your digital existence. From the revelation that the Vision Pro battery indicator’s shyness disappears with a little shake, to the lifesaving advice of embracing the UDP method for your iPhone’s safety, the trio has you covered.
They didn’t stop there; the discussion ventured into the practicality of adding company logos to your contacts and creating a dedicated “Appointments” contact card for all your reminder texts. Meanwhile, the realm of queries from the audience brought to light the perennial question of the necessity of backups, with iCloud hailed for its ease of use, and the best practices for managing your Mac’s Network Service Order to optimize speed.
Tips on handling accidental notification taps and strategic advice for replacing drives in Synology DiskStations were also on the table, ensuring your tech toolkit is nothing short of comprehensive.
But it’s not all work and no play; the episode also explores the lighter side of tech with cool finds like ‘Just The Recipe’ for clutter-free cooking, and innovative uses of MagSafe mounts in the kitchen, proving that technology can indeed be your sous-chef.
Whether you’re a seasoned tech aficionado or a curious newbie, this episode is packed with insights to elevate your digital savvy. And remember, in the fast-evolving tech landscape, staying informed is your best armor. So, don your geekiest gear and dive into this treasure trove of tips and tricks. After all, in the wise words of the Mac Geek Gab crew, “Don’t Get Caught” unprepared in the digital world.
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* 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1026 for Monday, February 26th, 2024
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Quick Tips
00:00:01 Mark M-QT-Vision Pro battery indicator only appears when battery is moved
00:02:52 More on Vision Pro Batteries
00:05:43 Rick-QT-Be aware of active search filters in Mail and other apps
00:07:09 David-QT-Remember the UDP method…it’ll save your bacon (and your iPhone) someday!
00:11:24 PorthosJon-QT-More Apple Vision Pro Tips
Waterfield Apple Vision Pro Shield Case
Lens Filter Pouch
00:19:04 Carsten-QT-Use Signal App for controlled sleep on sent messages
00:21:37 Ben-QT-Open and Close Finder Info Window with Command-I
00:24:44 Todd-QT-1024-Add Company Logos to Contacts, too
00:25:44 Andrew-QT-1024-Create an “Appointments” Contact Card for all appointment reminder Texts
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