Where The Gems Are Found — Mac Geek Gab 1016
Channel: Mac Geek Gab
Date: 29/12/2023

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!

Full Chapters with link at https://mgg.fm/1016

Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned:
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00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1016 for Monday, January 1st, 2024
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Quick Tips
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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! 
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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

01:03:21 Thanks to our CES 2024 Sponsors
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Cool Stuff Found
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01:05:08 CSF-Jackbox Games for a group (in person and remote!)
01:08:07 MGG Premium Listener Contribution Appreciation Moment
01:10:05 CSF-Free your Audible library with Libation, Prologue, and OpenAudible
01:14:32 Rod L-CSF-GL.iNet GL-MT3000 Wi-Fi 6 Travel Router with Tailscale Integration

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Full Chapters and Timestamps at https://mgg.fm/1016