The Universe is Listening!

Adam Christianson joins Pilot Pete and Dave Hamilton this week to dive deep into a slew of Apple-centric topics. They kicked off with a series of Quick Tips, guiding users through optimizing cellular data settings, using keyboard shortcuts in Pages, and even the quirky tip of FaceTiming oneself. In a (literal!) blast from the past, Dave shared his recent lightning-related woes, resulting in a new Mac purchase and highlighting the often-overlooked importance of device backups, especially post technical snafus.

Cool Stuff Found began by explored the intricacies of hardwiring networks using MoCA technology, and the benefits of the BetterSnapTool for screen setups were extolled. Apple Music’s new Discovery Station was thrown into the spotlight, promising listeners a fresh musical journey. Adam wrapped things up with his take on the Belkin iPhone Mount, a MagSafe-compatible gem.

Press play and listen as your three favorite geeks help keep you informed, entertained, and sure you Don’t Get Caught!

Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned:

00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 995 for Monday, August 14th, 2023

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Quick Tips

00:00:01 QT-Settings > Cellular > Cellular Data Options > Data Mode > Low Data Mode

00:04:25 Ben-QT-Use Shift+Command+N To Insert New Page in Pages Page Layout docs

PopChar for Mac

00:08:01 Tony-QT-Freeform is now a Share Sheet option on iPhone

00:10:06 SteveHammond-QT-994-You can even FaceTime yourself

00:13:42 Jim-QT-Option-Click in Displays’ Resolution List to get More Options

00:16:09 Using Displays in Portrait Mode

Use Displays – “More Space” to temporarily get more screen real estate

00:22:19 QT – Call & Ask!

SiriusXM Pricing (check “Streaming Only”)

Private Parts

00:27:48 Jamie-QT-Use Accessibility to See Your Mac When the Screen is Sleeping

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Lightning Deals…A New Mac!

00:37:10 You Can DFU Revive a Mac! (just not Dave’s Mac)

Backups…Funny Timing

MacBook Air M2 now on Refurb – https://refurb.me

Double-Press-then-hold on Apple Silicon Power Button for Internet Restore