Here’s a quick tip from Mac Geek Gab 888 on how to use Siri to assign your contacts’ nicknames and relationships.
Dave Hamilton
Dave Hamilton co-founded both The Mac Observer and <a href="https://www.backbeatmedia.com" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank">BackBeat Media</a>, and he is producer and co-host of the <a href="https://www.macgeekgab.com" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank">Mac Geek Gab Podcast</a>. He has worked in the computer industry since the early 1990s, doing time as a consultant, trainer, network engineer, webmaster, and programmer. He has worked on the Mac, all the various Windows flavors, BeOS, a few brands of Unix, and it is rumored he once saw an OS/2 machine in action. Before that he ran some of the earliest Bulletin Board Systems, but most of the charges have since been dropped, and not even the FBI requests that he check in more than twice a year. Dave's reachable for paid consulting at <a href="https://www.davethenerd.com" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">DaveTheNerd.com</a> and you can find links to him on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+ here, too.
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The Best Terminal Command Explainer Tool: TLDR
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
Looking for a third-party AirTag? Check Out Chipolo One Spot from Mac Geek Gab 888.
Is Your VPN Leaking Your IP Address?
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
Here’s a guide to surge protecting your network from Mac Geek Gab 887.
Geeks Scheming about Apple's California Streaming — Mac Geek Gab 890
Apple announced new iPhones, iPads, Fitness+ features, Watches, and more on Tuesday, and your two favorite geeks are here to share their reactions. On top of that, listen for Dave’s pre-review of iOS 15 for you and John, as well as advice on how to approach next week’s upgrade. Press play and enjoy learning five new things!
Do AirTags Interfere With Planes?
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
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
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.
Regurgitate, Reiterate, and Recurse — Mac Geek Gab 889
Starting with some of the best Quick Tips we’ve ever shared, your two favorite geeks roar through topics including measuring current, USB-C Flash Drives, solving Mail issues on iPhone, dissecting local storage usage, and much more. Press play and learn five new things with Dave and John.
Make Siri Your Personal Assistant
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
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
Here’s cool stuff found from Mac Geek Gab 887 on an awesome dropbox alternative. Download Maestral Here: https://maestral.app
Power Usage and iPhone Terminal — Mac Geek Gab 888
Today is full of Cool Stuff Found, tips, and questions, with focuses on your charging and power usage as well as seeing behind the scenes of your iPhone. Of course, there’s always more with your two favorite geeks, including third-party AirTags, migrating email, and maintaining your Mac! Press play and join John and Dave in learning at least five new things!
Use Amphetamine To Keep Your Mac Awake!
Want your Mac to stay awake? Have you tried Amphetamine for your Mac? Learn more in Mac Geek Gab 887.
AirTags For Your Dog!
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.
Is It Safe To Download Synology's DSM 7.0? A Synology Update
Is It Safe To Download Synology’s DSM 7.0? A DSM 7 Update from Mac Geek Gab 886.
To Buy Or Not To Buy An M1 Mac?
Wondering if you should buy an M1 Mac now or wait? Find out more in Mac Geek Gab 886, then maybe you’ll decide to buy a Refurbished Mac Here.
A Siri Hack You Need To Know
Did you know you can use Siri to send your voice messages hands-free? Find out how in this mini-segment from Mac Geek Gab 886.
Remembering The Hokey Pokey — Mac Geek Gab 887
How much Cool Stuff Found can your Two Favorite Geeks share? You’re about to find out! Listen as John and Dave share all of your (and their) Cool Stuff Found, PLUS answering a slew of your networking and networking-related questions. Good stuff this week, folks, and it’s all because of you. Press play, listen, and enjoy learning five new things!
Optimize Your iPhone Battery Life
Want Low Power Mode to stay on to save battery even after 80% charge? Check out this Low Power Mode Shortcut from Mac Geek Gab 885.
Apple TV Hacks You Should Know
Learn about auto-play, minimizing credits, fast-fast forward, and more in this mini-segment from Mac Geek Gab 885. This Apple Discussion has even more details.
Get Data Easily While Traveling Using An eSIM!
While traveling, use your eSIM for mobile data! Find out how in this Mac Geek Gab 885 Mini-Segment.