Dave Hamilton, Pilot Pete & Adam ChristiansonEducation, Technology, News
Dave Hamilton, Pilot Pete & Adam ChristiansonEducation, Technology, News
Dave Hamilton, Pilot Pete & Adam ChristiansonEducation, Technology, News
Dave Hamilton, Pilot Pete & Adam ChristiansonEducation, Technology, News

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Apple Tips, Tricks, and Troubleshooting for Mac, iPhone, and iPad Users

  • Treat Your TV Like a Monitor — Mac Geek Gab 1118
    You kick off this episode with a rapid-fire blast of Quick Tips that sharpen how you use your Mac, iPhone, and apps every day. You learn how to tame iOS typing quirks, get the most out of dictation in ChatGPT’s Mac app, clean up Safari’s sidebar,
  • Call Haptics, Photo GeoData Warnings, and Space-Saving iPhone Tricks — Mac Geek Gab 1117
    You kick off this week’s episode on D. B. Cooper Day with a rapid-fire mix of fresh iOS 26 tricks and Mac power-moves. You learn how iOS 26’s haptic call alerts work, how Alfred can shut down your Mac faster than any menu,
  • iOS 26 Hidden Gems, Gift Guide Favorites, and the Return of Your Old Nest Thermostat — Mac Geek Gab 1116
    You kick off with a blast of rapid-fire tips: instantly saving PDFs from Google Docs, digging photos out of Messages, moving your playlists into Apple Music with iOS 26, tightening up your Digital ID setup, wrangling mail right inside a message,
  • Don’t Not Undo That! — Mac Geek Gab 1115
    This week on Mac Geek Gab, you, Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton dive headfirst into a whirlwind of Quick Tips and real-world Apple wisdom. You’ll learn how to clean up those pesky “recovered” Messages folders,
  • Innovation or Irritation? UX Crimes and Misdemeanors — Mac Geek Gab 1114
    In Mac Geek Gab 1114, you’ll uncover a ton of real-world Apple wisdom — from mastering Apple TV’s hidden control center to supercharging your Mac keyboard shortcuts. Learn how to re-enable Low Data Mode on your new iPhone,
  • Polka On a Flatbed — Mac Geek Gab 1113
    This week, you roll right into another round of Quick Tips, laughs, and lessons learned with Dave, Pilot Pete, and Adam! From macOS Tahoe’s alphabetized Settings to Spotlight searching everything—including those hidden menus—you’ll uncover new tricks t...
  • Do Your Homework and Don’t Get Caught — Mac Geek Gab 1112
    This week, you’re diving deep into a treasure trove of quick tips and practical geekery with Dave, Pilot Pete, and Adam! From setting iOS call-back reminders to connecting keyboards to your iPhone or iPad, you’ll learn how to make Apple’s ecosystem wor...
  • This One Goes To The Eleventh Dimension — Mac Geek Gab 1111
    You’ll come out smarter — and maybe even safer — after this week’s Mac Geek Gab with Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, Dave Hamilton, and a triumphant return from John F. Braun. From unlocking hidden gems in iOS 26’s Health app and securing your Mint Mobi...
  • We Don’t Personality Shame — Mac Geek Gab 1110
    This week on Mac Geek Gab, you’re climbing to new heights—literally and geekily—with Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton. With big, 6,000-foot energy, you’ll inhale knowledge (not bear spray!) with Quick Tips like disabling auto-return to ...
  • It’s a Clear Case of Lying — Mac Geek Gab 1109
    Pete and Dave admit they couldn’t resist ordering new iPhones—though Adam stayed strong—but the catch is they haven’t even received them yet. That doesn’t stop the crew from diving into the best ways to buy and sell your old gear,
  • CarPlay Widgets, eSIM Swaps, Photo Preservation & AI Assisted Living — Mac Geek Gab 1108
    You kick things off with a stack of Quick Tips that make your Apple gear feel smarter. From getting a free year of Perplexity Pro, to turning on CarPlay widgets in iOS 26, to using ChatGPT itself to search for Mac Geek Gab answers (like which dash cam ...
  • Don’t Mess With The Sacred Timeline — Mac Geek Gab 1107
    This week’s Mac Geek Gab kicks off with quick tips you’ll actually use: from setting custom backgrounds in iOS 26 Messages to automating iPhone restarts with Shortcuts, spotting hidden savings on AppleTV+, and even using freezer bags to tame cable chao...
  • Apple Keynote Reactions: Always On for Everyone! – Mac Geek Gab 1106
    You dive right into the Apple event fallout with Pilot Pete, Adam, and Dave weighing their wish lists against reality. The iPhone 17 shines with its blistering 3000-nit display, always-on ProMotion, liquid-cooling in the Pro models,
  • Your Computer May Decide For You — Mac Geek Gab 1105
    This week’s Mac Geek Gab is packed with quick tips and clever workarounds you can actually use. You’ll learn how to silence your partner’s alarm with Siri, calm down watchOS 26’s Liquid Glass by reducing transparency,
  • Don’t Forget TOTO! – Mac Geek Gab 1104
    Learn how to use hyphens for strike-through in Messages, schedule a Mac restart, and even tell Siri or Alexa to run one-time automations. Master plus-addressing in iCloud Mail for cleaner inboxes and privacy with Hide My Email,
  • Hey ChatGPT: Are You Sure? — Mac Geek Gab 1103
    This week’s Mac Geek Gab with Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton packs in quick tips, clever hacks, and gear finds to level up your Apple life. You’ll learn how to instantly turn screenshots into PDFs, scan docs like a pro,
  • Mirrors are Wi-Fi’s Mortal Enemy – Mac Geek Gab 1102
    Mirrors killing your Wi-Fi? You’re not imagining it. This week on Mac Geek Gab 1102, you’ll learn how metal surfaces sabotage your signal…and what to do about it. From smarter ways to manage your Apple Watch unlocks (hint: avoid accidental calls) to cl...
  • Life’s Too Short to Deal With Bad Cables — Mac Geek Gab 1101
    You’ll pick up quick wins this week with smart Mac tips you can use right now. Color-code your USB and Thunderbolt cables so you always grab the right one, and stash them in mesh zipper pouches or a travel organizer so you’re never digging for the righ...
  • It’s All About Learning How To Fish — Mac Geek Gab 1100
    You’re diving into Mac Geek Gab 1100, where quick tips flow faster than USB-C power. Learn how dragging files into a blank Finder space automatically creates folders, and why AppleCare One’s $20/month plan might be worth a look.
  • Stump The Geeks Live from Macstock 2025 – Mac Geek Gab 1099
    Recorded LIVE at Macstock 2025, this episode of Mac Geek Gab is a true “Stump The Geeks” showdown! With zero prep and a crowd full of curveballs, Dave, Pete, and Adam tackled real-time questions and Quick Tips on the fly.