Dave Hamilton co-founded both The Mac Observer and <a href="https://www.backbeatmedia.com" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank">BackBeat Media</a>, and he is producer and co-host of the <a href="https://www.macgeekgab.com" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank">Mac Geek Gab Podcast</a>. He has worked in the computer industry since the early 1990s, doing time as a consultant, trainer, network engineer, webmaster, and programmer. He has worked on the Mac, all the various Windows flavors, BeOS, a few brands of Unix, and it is rumored he once saw an OS/2 machine in action. Before that he ran some of the earliest Bulletin Board Systems, but most of the charges have since been dropped, and not even the FBI requests that he check in more than twice a year. Dave's reachable for paid consulting at <a href="https://www.davethenerd.com" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">DaveTheNerd.com</a> and you can find links to him on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+ here, too.
Did you know about this hidden feature in your iPhone Photos App we discussed in Mac Geek Gab 882?
Scroll down in photo detail view to find your pictures categorized by People and Places! There is also a huge map that shows where you have taken all your pictures.
Ever have a scenario where everything seems right but nothing IS right? That’s what’s happening with several different MGG listeners this week, each for several different reasons. Listen as John and Dave dig into these questions — and more! — as they diligently work to ensure everyone learns at least five new things. Quick Tips, Cool Stuff Found, and more round out the episode to be sure of that!
In case you missed Mac Geek Gab 881, here’s a cool new accessory to check out: Ultimate Ear’s FITS. These are do-it-at-home, custom earbuds.
The Earthworks ICON Pro is a great microphone for gaming, broadcasting, and podcasting! Check out more in this video from Mac Geek Gab 881.
Watch This Segment From Cutting The Coax — Mac Geek Gab 881 To See What John and Dave Think About Youtube TV. Then let us know in the comments what you think!
Want to know more about REGEX? Check out this mini-segment from Mac Geek Gab 881 on REGEX101 to build, test, and debug your regex.
Here’s another awesome Cool Stuff Found from Mac Geek Gab 881: Use Document Finder to search for documents!
Did you know you can turn your flashlight on without unlocking your iPhone? Use Back Tap to turn on your flashlight, check it out in this segment from Mac Geek Gab 879.
Listener Jerry asked for the best free VPNs in Mac Geek Gab 879. We went through a few, including Free VPNs: Proton and ListVPN, and Paid VPNs: NordVPN and ExpressVPN.
Check out this potential fix for a crashing Spotlight on Your Apple Device from Mac Geek Gab 880.
Sometimes the easy way isn’t the fun way, and this week we’ve got lots of do-it-yourself solutions to share from all of you. Listen as John and Dave share your ideas about automation, launch agents, CarPlay, drive arrays and much more. Of course, it wouldn’t be MGG without your two favorite geeks sharing Quick Tips, Cool Stuff Found, and their answers to all your other questions, would it? Listen, learn five new things, and don’t get caught!
Have you heard of SteerMouse? Control Your Mouse and Trackpad Functionality. Want to learn more? Watch the full discussion in Mac Geek Gab 881.
Have You Heard Of T-Mobile’s Test Drive? Through the Network Test Drive app on iOS, you can test the T-Mobile network for free for up to 30 days or 30GB of LTE data, whichever comes first. You won’t leave your current carrier and you won’t lose your existing phone number. Listen to the video below and learn more here
Protect Your iPhone and its camera with the Speck Presidio Perfect Clear iPhone Case. This and more from Mac Geek Gab 879.
A Quick Tip from Mac Geek Gab 880: Scheduling Do Not Disturb can help re-enable it on macOS so you don’t forget.
Cool Stuff Found starts the day here, with things for printing webpages, controlling your trackpad/mouse, and organizing your life. Need a VPN at home? Your two favorite geeks have got you covered! Plus, the cable companies have priced it such that cutting the cord isn’t enough. Listen as Dave tells John — and all of you — what he’s learned. Press play and learn five new things!
Four Quick Tips that’ll change your life. We promise. And that’s only the first ten minutes of the episode! From there it’s on to Dave and John answering your questions about network settings, app launching, Time Machine, and more. Plus, lots of Cool Stuff Found AND a discussion about cutting the cord. Press play and join your two favorite geeks in learning at least five new things!
Here are two Quick Tips from Mac Geek Gab 879 (Out This Week) about Keeping A Clean Desktop for Presentations!
Also, Check Out Hidden Me, a Cool Stuff Found This Week.
It’s a hot one, folks, and we’re not talking about the weather! This episode is chock full of great Cool Stuff Found, answers to your questions, and more. Topics include free tools to keep your Mac running smoothly, a way to get free data on your phone, invoicing solutions for consultants, a quick way to activate your flashlight, free VPNs to use, and much, much more! Press play and enjoy learning five new things with John and Dave, your two favorite geeks!
Need to replace you Mac Charger? John and I discuss picking the right cable for you in this segment from Mac Geek Gab Episode 877.
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Here’s an awesome way to find where all your favorite movies and tv shows are streaming! Check out this mini-segment from Mac Geek Gab Episode 877 on TV TIME!
In this mini-segment from Mac Geek Gab Episode 877, John and I discuss one of our Favorite Quick Tips EVER!
The new macOS Monterey Beta includes a removal of the old Safari Tab Bar. Want the Tab Bar back? Check out this Quick Tip from Mac Geek Gab 878 to learn more! Find more info here, too.
Synology DSM 7.0 comes out Tuesday, but you’re going to want to watch this segment from Mac Geek Gab 878 before you decide to install. In fact, you might just want to wait a few weeks, but see what John and I have to say about it first, then make your decision.