Mac Geek Gab — Your Questions Answered, Tips Shared, Troubleshooting Assistance

Tackle syncing issues on iPhone’s Photos app and introduce a life-changing Conference Focus mode to streamline your digital life as Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton kick off this week’s Mac Geek Gab. They don’t stop there; they reveal how to free up disk space by removing specific log files, simplify photo attachments on Mac, and navigate Terminal’s Help menu like a pro with tools like tldr-pages and the Dash app. Remember, “Don’t Get Caught” unprepared in your digital life.

When it comes to addressing listener questions, your three favorite geeks don’t hold back. They delve into the nuances of Desktop & Documents syncing with iCloud, the necessity of iPhone backups, and even brainstorm a DIY proximity sensor for hotel rooms using Raspberry Pi for that extra peace of mind.

Video sharing solutions for private family moments get a spotlight, recommending platforms like YouTube, Vimeo, and Rumble. For the audiophiles, the discussion shifts to choosing the right external speakers for Macs, with nods to AudioEngine A2+ and HomePod Mini. Plus, they share cool finds like the Brane X smart speaker from SXSW and innovative tech for local network browsing and sound mixing, proving that when it comes to tech, staying curious and informed is key.

Press play and enjoy!

• 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1029 for Monday, March 18th, 2024
  • March 18: National Sloppy Joe Day (also Awkward Moments Day)
• Quick Tips
  • 00:00:01 PorthosJon-QT-Manually resume Photos Syncing on your iPhone
  • 00:04:39 Create yourself a Conference Focus mode
  • 00:13:25 rnDoug-QT-Remove specific /var/log files to free up disk space
  • 00:15:56 Ben & PorthosJon-QT-Attach Photos the Easier Way(s) on Your Mac
  • 00:17:34 MyFaceIsTooBig-QT-Use the Terminal’s Help menu to see (some) well-formatted man pages
    • brew install tldr
    • tldr-pages (for iPad and Mx Macs)
    • Dash app (in Setapp)
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• Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared!
  • 00:24:39 Michael-Do you use Desktop & Documents Syncing with iCloud?
    • ​​Hazel from Noodlesoft
  • 00:30:50 Andrew-Do I really need to backup my iPhone, though?
    • iMazing
  • 00:40:03 GC-Proximity sensor for hotel room so you know when housekeeping has come?
    • Beryl Travel Router
    • littleBits (Raspberry Pi)
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• More Questions!
  • 00:47:46 Michael-How can I privately share videos with my family and non-Apple friends?
    • YouTube
    • Vimeo
    • Rumble
    • PartySnapper from Boinx
  • 00:57:36 Tom-Which External Speakers Should I Use with My Mac?
    • AudioEngine A2+
    • HomePod Mini
• Cool Stuff Found
  • 01:04:51 CSF @ SXSW–Brane Audio Brane X smart speaker with tons of smooth low end
  • 01:07:52 2ShortPlanks-CSF-1027-Using Flame for Bonjour Browsing of Local Network
  • 01:11:00 CSF SoundDesk from LoudLab
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