Apple’s macOS Mojave is the most interesting, capable and stable release in years. John offers up his observations.
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Mojave, Inexpensive Tech, Dual SIMs, and More – Mac Geek Gab 728
Don’t get caught, folks. That’s what we say, and that’s what we mean. This week that takes shape with advice about when to install macOS Mojave, finding the right place(s) to buy inexpensive tech, and extending your Wi-Fi network the right – and fun – ways. Oh, and there’s more, too. You’ll just have to listen, OK?
watchOS 5: New Notifications Options and "Deliver Quietly" for Apple Watch
Within watchOS 5, there’s a handy way you can control notifications by app—and have those changes reflected on your iPhone, too. Today’s Quick Tip is all about just how you’ll use this brand-new feature!
Memoji Fun, Siri Shortcuts and Suggestions, Password Ease - ACM 480
In this episode, Bryan Chaffin and Jeff Gamet talk about the fun they’re having with Memoji in iOS 12. They also talk about Siri Shortcuts and Siri Suggestions, and just how cool it is that iOS 12 can integrate y our password manager at the system level.
5 iOS 12 AR Apps to Test Your New Camera
If you’ve purchased an iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, or iPhone XR, we’ve roundup up some iOS 12 AR apps to test that new camera.
5 Pre-Made Siri Shortcuts To Help You Get Started
Andrew has a bunch of Shortcuts that he’s been using since Workflow, and he shares his 5 favorite pre-made Siri Shortcuts to use in iOS 12.
iOS 12.1 Beta Code Hints New iPads this Fall
Apple’s iOS 12.1 beta code has clues pointing to a fall release for new iPad Pro models with Face ID support instead of Touch ID.
iOS 12.1 Developer Beta 1 Brings Back Group FaceTime
iOS 12.1 developer beta 1 is out and it includes Group FaceTime, which had been pulled out before the official iOS 12 release.
What the Surge in Apple Watch Popularity Says About Our Culture
The Apple Watch Series 4 appears to have tapped into an emerging cultural theme. And it will accelerate. John explains the significance.
iOS 12 and Mojave Upgrade Thoughts, Cloud Storage, and Adapting Thunderbolt – Mac Geek Gab 727
iOS 12 is out, folks, and John and Dave have some experience with it that they’re happy to share. Of course, they take your questions, too, including those about your upcoming Mojave migration. Don’t miss this one, folks!
AirPower on the Fast Track to Failure
A new report says AirPower wireless charging pad is plagued with so many problems that Apple may scrap the product.
Skip the Dongle, Learn about Cruft! – Mac Geek Gab 726
It’s time to fully embrace the USB-C interface, folks, at least according to listener Zack. Todd helps us understand Cruft, Phil needs to know about storing IDs when traveling, Felix is curious about storing archives, and that’s just the half of it. You’ll have to listen to hear Dave Hamilton and John F. Braun talk all about this and more!
The Flying AirSelfie 2 Camera Takes Your Selfies to New Heights
It’s technically not a drone because it isn’t able to fly by itself. But that doesn’t stop it from being a neat little gadget.
Reminder: Apple Battery Replacement Program Ends in December
Certain models of the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6s had issues with the battery. Apple started a battery replacement program last year ending soon.
CPU Throttling on Older Macs – Mac Geek Gab 723
It’s not just newer Macs that suffer from CPU throttling, it happens on older Macs, too, and a firmware update is not the easy fix. Keychains, Photo Sorting, Battery management tips, and doing the Public Wi-Fi Dance are just some of the other topics covered.
New MacBook, iPad Pro, and AirPower Coming in September
Apple is set to introduce a new entry level MacBook in September, along with an iPad Pro refresh, and the AirPower wireless charging pad.
Apple Says Customer Data Wasn't Compromised in Teen Hacking Case
The teenager from Melbourne, Australia, who hacked in to Apple’s servers didn’t compromise any personal data, according to the iPhone and Mac maker.
Twitter Just Killed Key Features in Third-party Client Apps
Twitter is turning off the APIs for key features on August 16th, essentially hobbling all client apps except its own.
Japan Apple Store in Kyoto Opening on August 25
On August 25 Apple is opening an Apple Store in Kyoto, Japan. It will be the company’s 504th location worldwide and its ninth Japan Apple Store.
Here's How to Stop Google from Tracking Your Location
Google loves collecting as much data on our activities as it can, and that includes your location—even if you thought you disabled the “feature.” Here’s how to really stop Google from logging where you are.
Cure The Beachball – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 722
The spinning beachball sucks. It sucks time away, and it sucks the life out of your computing experience. So let’s talk about at least one way to solve it. And let’s learn at least four other things along the way. Sound good? Great. Press play and you’re on the train.
Google Bug Hunter Wants Apple to Donate Unpaid Bug Bounty Money
He says that Apple works to patch iOS bugs, but doesn’t work to fix the underlying issues that contribute to these bugs
Apple, Verizon Team Up For an Apple Music Offer
Starting Thursday, August 16 both new and existing customers on a Verizon Unlimited plan can take advantage of this offer.
macOS: Changing How Mail Saves Attachments
Apple’s Mail program has a nifty way of handling certain attachment types, so if your Mac’s storage is at a premium, you can change how this works to save space. We’ve got the details in today’s Quick Tip!