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Dive into quick tips like using Command-Shift-V to paste without formatting, clicking on the desktop to clear windows and reveal Sonoma Desktop Widgets, and understanding the differences between created and edited dates in Notes. Learn about the upcoming RCS messaging for iPhone, not end-to-end encrypted, and the nuances of setting up primary contacts in macOS. Get your questions answered about USB-C ports, viewing photos in your library, and managing AppleID Family Sharing across international borders. Discover shortcuts for mirrored display mode, and explore options for USB volume control knobs from StreamDeck, YMOO, Vaydeer, and DROK.
The episode also delves into hardware recommendations, discussing the best 27″ monitors for retina-spoiled eyes, including LG Ultrafine, ViewSonic, and Philips Creator Series. In the ‘Cool Stuff Found’ segment, uncover the brilliance of the Viewsonic VX1655-4K-OLED screen and the efficiency of TextSniper for grabbing text. Learn about affordable offsite backup solutions like iDrive E2 for Synology HyperBackups and Arq Backup.
Remember, in the world of tech, it’s crucial to stay informed and innovative, so “Don’t Get Caught” unprepared!
Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned:
- 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1010 for Monday, November 20th, 2023
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- Welcoming Adam Christianson to the Show! (starting in December)
- Quick Tips
- 00:00:01 Joe-QT-1008-Paste without formatting with Command-Shift-V
- 00:08:22 Mark-QT-Click on the desktop to clear your windows and reveal your Sonoma Desktop Widgets
- 00:11:17 Jeepster-QT-Click The Date in a Note to See Created vs. Edited Dates
- 00:12:57 Neal-QT-Link to set up Touch ID -v- Password for sudo Command!
- Hardly Never
- 00:16:11 RCS Messaging comes to iPhone in 2024 (but it’s not end-to-end-encrypted)
- Finest of All Green Bubble Potatoes
- 00:25:22 Ben-QT-Edit Distribution Lists in macOS Contacts to set primary email, phone, and address
- Sponsors
- 00:27:54 SPONSOR: LinkedIn Jobs. Go to LinkedIn.com/MGG and post your first job for free!
- Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared!
- 00:29:30 Larry-Hub -v- USB-C Port. Which Is Faster?
- 00:37:11 Mark-Can I View Photos in my Photos Library Without Copying Them In?
- 00:43:20 Dan-Can I Do AppleID Family Sharing A cross Int’l Borders?
- VPN into Canadia
- 00:47:06 JOakley-How do I put my Mac into Mirrored Display mode with a keyboard shortcut?
- 00:49:43 Tony-Is There a USB Volume Control Knob? – 3 + StreamDeck
- 00:54:25 Rich W-What’s the best 27″ monitor for my Retina-spoiled eyes?
- LG Ultrafine 27” 5K (refurb)
- ViewSonic VP2768-4K 27″ sRGB Colour-Accurate Display
- Philips Creator Series 27” 4K UHD
- Cool Stuff Found
- 01:02:35 CSF-Viewsonic VX1655-4K-OLED 15.6” OLED Screen, Brilliantly-designed
- 01:07:27 Rod L-CSF-TextSniper for grabbing text without taking a screenshot
- 01:09:41 CSF-Use iDrive E2 for offsite Synology HyperBackups. $15/TB/Year
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