Video Tip Archives

A Guide To The New iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Mini

1:58 PM EDT, Sep 19th, 2021 · Dave Hamilton & John F. Braun · Video Tip

Here are the highlights of the new iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Mini from the Apple Event.

Want to see more? Watch Mac Geek Gab 890

How To Type Numbers On iPhone ABC Keyboard

9:58 AM EDT, Sep 19th, 2021 · Dave Hamilton & John F. Braun · Video Tip

Here’s a Quick Tip from Mac Geek Gab 889 on how to easily type numbers on your iPhone without having to switch to the numbers keyboard.

What To Know About The New iPad Mini

1:58 PM EDT, Sep 18th, 2021 · Dave Hamilton & John F. Braun · Video Tip

Let’s talk about the new iPad Mini introduced at the September 14th Apple Event. Want to learn more? Find the full discussion in Mac Geek Gab 890.

iOS Quick Tip: Assign Contacts Nicknames With Siri

9:28 AM EDT, Sep 18th, 2021 · Dave Hamilton & John F. Braun · Video Tip

Here’s a quick tip from Mac Geek Gab 888 on how to use Siri to assign your contacts’ nicknames and relationships.

The Best Terminal Command Explainer Tool: TLDR

9:28 AM EDT, Sep 17th, 2021 · Dave Hamilton & John F. Braun · Video Tip

Want to understand more about your Mac’s terminal commands, or what the most popular uses are of a specific command? Check out TLDR from Mac Geek Gab 888.

An AirTag Alternative: Chipolo ONE Spot

10:28 AM EDT, Sep 16th, 2021 · Dave Hamilton & John F. Braun · Video Tip

Looking for a third-party AirTag? Check Out Chipolo One Spot from Mac Geek Gab 888.

Is Your VPN Leaking Your IP Address?

9:35 AM EDT, Sep 16th, 2021 · Dave Hamilton & John F. Braun · Video Tip

Learn how to do a DNS Leak Test to find out if your VPN is actually secure with this quick tip from Mac Geek Gab 888.

Then, test For leaks here: https://www.dnsleaktest.com.

The Ultimate Guide To Surge Protecting

9:30 AM EDT, Sep 15th, 2021 · Dave Hamilton & John F. Braun · Video Tip

Here’s a guide to surge protecting your network from Mac Geek Gab 887.

Do AirTags Interfere With Planes?

11:26 AM EDT, Sep 14th, 2021 · Dave Hamilton & John F. Braun · Video Tip

Ever wonder why you can’t use your phone on a plane, and if AirTags in your luggage could have the same effect? Watch this segment from Mac Geek Gab 888 to find out the answer.

Want To Know More? Check Out this article from Civil Beat.

The Rotor Riot Game Controller

9:30 AM EDT, Sep 14th, 2021 · Dave Hamilton & John F. Braun · Video Tip

Want to turn your iPhone into a game controller? Check out Rotor Riot’s game controller where you can do just that in this Cool Stuff Found from Mac Geek Gab 887.

How To Use Your iPad As A Second Screen

9:32 AM EDT, Sep 13th, 2021 · Dave Hamilton & John F. Braun · Video Tip

Here’s a travel tip from Mac Geek Gab 888 on how to use your iPad as a second screen with Sidecar.

Learn more direct from Apple, too.

Make Siri Your Personal Assistant

10:04 AM EDT, Sep 8th, 2021 · Dave Hamilton & John F. Braun · Video Tip

Use this Siri Hack to turn Siri into your personal assistant! Want to learn more? Check Out Mac Geek Gab 887.

Using Folder Actions To Keep Your Mac Organized

10:04 AM EDT, Sep 7th, 2021 · Dave Hamilton & John F. Braun · Video Tip

Did you know Folder Actions still exist for macOS? Find out how to use them to organize your Mac folders in this Quick Tip from Mac Geek Gab 887.

Maestral: A DropBox Alternative For Mac Users

2:04 PM EDT, Sep 6th, 2021 · Dave Hamilton & John F. Braun · Video Tip

Here’s cool stuff found from Mac Geek Gab 887 on an awesome dropbox alternative. Download Maestral Here: https://maestral.app

Use Amphetamine To Keep Your Mac Awake!

1:05 PM EDT, Sep 5th, 2021 · Dave Hamilton & John F. Braun · Video Tip

Want your Mac to stay awake? Have you tried Amphetamine for your Mac? Learn more in Mac Geek Gab 887.

AirTags For Your Dog!

10:19 AM EDT, Sep 2nd, 2021 · Dave Hamilton & John F. Braun · Video Tip

Have you tried AirTags for your pup? Learn more in this Mini-Segment from Mac Geek Gab 886. If you decide to do it, buy your dog’s AirTag Holder Here.