Where The Gems Are Found

Dive into this week’s Mac Geek Gab episode, where Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton uncover digital gems just for you. Starting with Quick Tips, Tony reveals how dragging from search results can add apps to your iPad and iPhone dock, while Andrew shares a geo-fencing trick to send your location to friends and family. Discover the art of delayed email sends with Bruce’s tip on customizing Mail.app, and laugh as Todd teaches Siri to do the laundry.

In tech talk, unravel the complexities of the Meross Garage Door Opener system, the innovative iSmartGate, and iOS 17.2’s new widgets and improved time entry features. But remember, when extending your AppleCare+ plan, Bruce’s advice is key: don’t get caught with a single option.

The conversation shifts to your burning questions. JP asks about the best Bluetooth speaker options for TV that won’t muffle dialogue, leading to insights on Sonos Trueplay, Mirai Speakers, and HomePods. Mike introduces the concept of Key Signing Parties for secure iMessage, while Harvey explores the limitations of the Journal app’s search function.

If you’re stepping into the smart home arena, Gene’s query about where to begin is a gold mine, highlighting LIFX Bulbs, Philips Hue, Meross Outlets, Nest Thermostats, and Schlage Smart Locks. And for a bit of fun, discover Jackbox Games for group entertainment, and learn how to liberate your Audible library with Libation, Prologue, and OpenAudible.

In this episode titled “Where The Gems Are Found,” you’re sure to unearth a trove of tech wisdom with your three favorite geeks. Press play and enjoy!

Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned:

• 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1016 for Monday, January 1st, 2024
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• Quick Tips
  • 00:00:01 Tony-QT-Drag from search results to add app to iPad and iPhone dock
  • 00:02:50 Andrew-QT-Send Location to Family n Friends via geo-fencing
    • MyQ is Broken with HomeKit
    • Meross Garage Door Opener System
    • iSmartGate
  • 00:12:15 Bruce-QT-Customize Delayed Email Sends in Mail.app (and Paul)
    • Also, Ben in our Discord created a script!
  • 00:15:05 Todd-QT-Siri Knows How to Do The Laundry
    • Merlin Bird ID
  • 00:17:57 Allan-QT-Set Mac Mail to send Plain Links
  • 00:21:27 Andrew-QT-iOS 17.2 Adds new Widgets to iPhone
    • AeroWeather
  • 00:23:37 LockTutor-QT-iOS 17.2 adds better time entry on iPhone
  • 00:24:41 Bruce-QT-Extend your “single option” multi-year AppleCare+ plan
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• Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared! 
  • 00:31:29 JP-Best BlueTooth Speaker Option for TV that Doesn’t Muffle Dialogue?
    • Sonos Trueplay
    • Mirai Speakers
    • HomePod
  • 00:46:26 Mike-Enable Contact Key Verification for more secure iMessage
    • Key Signing Parties
  • 00:49:37 Harvey Does Journal App have a Search Function? (short answer no)
  • 00:55:02 Gene-Where Should I Begin with Smart Home?
    • LIFX Bulbs
    • Philips Hue Bulbs
    • Meross Outlets
    • Nest Thermostat
    • Schlage Smart Locks
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  • Carbon Copy Cloner
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  • Kolide
• Cool Stuff Found
  • 01:05:08 CSF-Jackbox Games for a group (in person and remote!)
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