From Power Failures to Plex: Tech Tips Galore
Mac Geek Gab — Your Questions Answered, Tips Shared, Troubleshooting Assistance
Shownotes Transcript
This week’s Mac Geek Gab is packed with smart strategies to optimize your Apple gear and tech setup. Want to control which iPhone Pro lenses your camera uses? Dive into Fusion Camera settings. Keep your network alive longer by putting your router on a dedicated UPS. Apple Silicon’s insane battery life keeps you going, while a quick double-tap in Apple Mail lets you switch views like a pro. Got a travel routine? Packing a universal remote and an Apple TV can make your trips way smoother. Plus, Apple finally lets you migrate purchases to a new Apple ID—because it’s about time.
Security and efficiency take center stage as Dave, Pete, and Adam explore Apple’s Activation Lock Request site, a free alternative to Keyboard Maestro, and a clever fix to stop your sister’s email from vanishing into the void. Find out why AA AirTag cases might not be the battery solution you’re looking for, and don’t get caught without AppleCare—check all your covered devices in one place. Whether it’s SharePlay, Plex Pass discounts, or leveling up your keyboard shortcuts, this episode is packed with smart, surprising, and satisfying solutions.
00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1077) for Monday, February 17th), 2025
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Quick Tips
00:00:01 RandyWalker-Go into Settings > Camera > Fusion Camera to control which lenses your iPhone Pro uses
00:03:09 Keeping your router and network gear on a separate UPS to keep them running longer
00:05:27 Doctor Lee-Use Accessibility to Trigger iPad Shortcuts with Keyboard
00:08:36 The benefits of Apple Silicon battery life
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MOAR Quick Tips
00:14:09 Darrin-QT-Double Tap Apple Mail Categories QUICKLY solves Category -v- List View!
00:16:56 Bob-QT-1074)-Put Feet on your Dock to keep it cool
00:18:11 Steve-Apple now allows purchases to be migrated to a new Apple ID)
About migrating Apple Account purchases between accounts)
00:29:54 PorthosJon-QT-Apple’s Activation Lock Request) web site
00:32:26 DJ MAC-QT-Bring an Apple TV) with you when you travel
Don’t Get Caught
00:39:30 Andy-DGC-CSF-Elevation Labs AirTag Cases) with AA Batts – Alkaline -v- Lithium
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Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared!
00:44:07 MACE-Why is all my sister’s mail being deleted?
00:49:05 Rob-How to see all your Apple Care device coverage Account.Apple.Com) -> Support.Apple.Com)
00:57:10 Matthew-Keep a small, cheap universal remote in your travel bag
00:58:27 Steve-What’s the actual resolution of a 5K Display?
Philips Creator Series 27E2f7901 27″ 4K display)
Viewsonic VP2788-5K 27″ display)
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01:06:46 P2-CSF-Plex Pass) Discounts Now
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01:14:37 Using SharePlay)…Gotta Try it!
01:16:42 RandyWalker-DeskPad) for sharing a smaller screen
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