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episode 1025: The Egg & Chicken Problem
Dive into the latest Mac Geek Gab episode where Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton share the coolest Quick Tips and answer your burning questions, all while exploring the newest tech on the block. Discover how to leverage your Lock Screen widgets for instant app access, marvel at the Apple Vision Pro’s accessibility prowess, and get the scoop on smart switches for your most stubborn devices. Ever wondered about the secret predictors in Pixar movies or how to juggle multiple Safari windows with ease on your Vision Pro? They’ve got you covered. Plus, find out which AirPlay 2 receivers to consider, the smoothest transition away from Evernote, and whether one Thunderbolt hub can rule them all. And for those dual AirPods moments? Yes, you can share that movie experience seamlessly.
But that’s not all – the episode is packed with cool finds like a lens pen for keeping your gear spotless and Widgy for crafting widgets that satisfy even the deepest tech cravings. Whether you’re eyeing the Vision Pro, contemplating your note-taking app escape route, or plotting the perfect home tech setup, this episode is your go-to guide. Remember, in the fast-evolving world of tech, staying informed is key. So, tune in, soak up the wisdom, and as always, Don’t Get Caught unprepared in the digital age.
Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned:- 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1025 for Monday, February 19th, 2024
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- Quick Tips
- 00:00:01 Alex-QT-Use Lock Screen Widgets to Open Their Corresponding Apps
- How does TrueDepth Work?
- 00:07:19 Mark-QT-Apple Vision Pro Accessibility Features
- Equal Accessibility YouTube Channel
- 00:12:43 First Look at Vision Pro
- Meta Quest 3
- Quest supports Spatial Video
- 00:17:44 Dan-QT-1024-Use a smart switch to power cycle pesky devices
- WALL•E
- 00:20:00 Pixar movies predict what Apple is going to do
- 00:24:08 Terry-QT-1024–You CAN have multiple Safari Windows with Vision Pro.
- 00:26:40 Terry-QT-Leave a clock open in Vision Pro so you can always know the time
- 00:30:06 Bill-QT-Use OnyX to Humanly Read Terminal Man Pages
- 00:00:01 Alex-QT-Use Lock Screen Widgets to Open Their Corresponding Apps
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- Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared!
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- 00:43:43 Leofwin-How do I safely leave Evernote behind?
- Evernote Pricing
- Microsoft OneNote
- Synology NoteStation
- 00:49:48 Vision Pro and Apps and Pricing
- Loona for Vision Pro
- 00:58:02 James-Should I have one Thunderbolt hub or three?
- 01:08:12 Skylar-Can I pair two sets of AirPods to one iPad to watch a movie?
- 00:35:53 Mike-What AirPlay 2 Receivers Are Available?
- Cool Stuff Found
- 01:11:11 PorthosJon-CSF-Get a Lens Pen to clean Vision Pro lenses and more
- 01:17:59 rnDoug-CSF-1023-Widgy Lets you create widgets with super-nerdy info
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