Your geeks take you on a few mini Deep Dives (snorkels?) today, covering topics like Cord Cutting, Chargers, HomeKit (and HOOBS), Docker, Hard Drive Maintenance, and more. Dive in with John and Dave to learn at least five new things. And Don’t Get Caught!
Security Friday: Leaks, Phishing and Updates – TMO Daily Observations 2021-08-06
Andrew Orr joins host Kelly Guimont for Security Friday news and updates, including This Week in Data Leaks, and an update to a previous tip.
Thursdays with Bob: Keyboard and Security Updates – TMO Daily Observations 2021-08-05
Dr Mac joins Kelly to give an update on the ergonomic keyboard search, and plead the case for security updates.
Apple Store (Online) Updates – TMO Daily Observations 2021-08-04
Charlotte Henry and Bryan Chaffin join host Kelly Guimont to discuss the newly unveiled Apple (online) Store, and give some tips for finding gear.
VPN Features, Apple Pay Mechanics – TMO Daily Observations 2021-08-03
Bryan Chaffin and Andrew Orr join host Kelly Guimont to discuss VPN features and how exactly Apple Pay simultaneously works and keeps you secure.
Apple Fails to Buy Reese Witherspoon Media Company, Scarlett Johansson Sues Disney — Media+
Author and Six Colors writer Dan Moren returns to discuss Reese Witherspoon selling her Hello Sunshine media firm to someone other than Apple with host Charlotte Henry. They also ponder the implications of Scarlett Johansson suing Disney.
Elon Updates, Lasso is Legit – TMO Daily Observations 2021-08-02
Charlotte Henry and Bryan Chaffin join host Kelly Guimont to discuss the latest news (or not) from Elon Musk, and just how legit Ted Lasso’s football shows are.
Wi-Fi Connects But Doesn't Work – Mac Geek Gab 883
Ever have a scenario where everything seems right but nothing IS right? That’s what’s happening with several different MGG listeners this week, each for several different reasons. Listen as John and Dave dig into these questions — and more! — as they diligently work to ensure everyone learns at least five new things. Quick Tips, Cool Stuff Found, and more round out the episode to be sure of that!
Security Friday: Prototypes, VPNs, and Social Engineering – TMO Daily Observations 2021-07-30
Andrew Orr joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss Security Friday news and dig into social engineering hacks, with tips on how to avoid them.
The Top Products Apple Inexplicably Killed, with Jeff Gamet and John Kheit - ACM 552
Bryan Chaffin, Jeff Gamet, and John Kheit pick up part three of their series on Apple’s best features and products with a look back at the products Apple killed, including the best products that were inexplicably canceled.
Thursdays with Bob: Blue Light Specials – TMO Daily Observations 2021-07-29
Today Dr Mac drops by to chat with Kelly about some alternate places to shop for gear to go with your Apple hardware.
Earnings and Evolution – TMO Daily Observations 2021-07-28
Bryan Chaffin and Charlotte Henry join host Kelly Guimont to talk about Apple’s earnings report and how the landscape has changed.
Apple and Cars and New Shows – TMO Daily Observations 2021-07-27
Bryan Chaffin joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss a new interview with Phil Schiller, and some TV+ shows (one new, one returning).
'Ted Lasso' Season Two Special — Media+
Ted Lasso and the team are back, and so are Tom Merritt and Jeff Gamet. They discuss the season two opener, and what might be ahead, with host Charlotte Henry.
Apple and Live Events – TMO Daily Observations 2021-07-26
Charlotte Henry and Bryan Chaffin join host Kelly Guimont to discuss Apple’s return to the NAB show, and what shape this year’s iPhone event might take.
DIY Automation, CarPlay, RAID, and More! — Mac Geek Gab 882
Sometimes the easy way isn’t the fun way, and this week we’ve got lots of do-it-yourself solutions to share from all of you. Listen as John and Dave share your ideas about automation, launch agents, CarPlay, drive arrays and much more. Of course, it wouldn’t be MGG without your two favorite geeks sharing Quick Tips, Cool Stuff Found, and their answers to all your other questions, would it? Listen, learn five new things, and don’t get caught!
Security Friday: News and Pegasus – TMO Daily Observations 2021-07-23
Andrew Orr and Bryan Chaffin talk Security Friday news with host Kelly Guimont, then dig into the Pegasus story you’ve heard about this week.
Thursdays with Bob: Keyboards and Ergonomics – TMO Daily Observations 2021-07-22
Dr Mac joins Kelly to talk about keyboards and how you can find a comfortable one, the speeds you can achieve, and The Sound Of Productivity.
The State of the (WiFi) Union – TMO Daily Observations 2021-07-21
Dave Hamilton joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss the latest updates in the world of mesh Wi-Fi, and what is coming soon in case you’re shopping.
Rich Siegel Talks BBEdit – TMO Daily Observations 2021-07-20
Today, Rich Siegel of BareBones Software joins Kelly to talk about the newly released version 14 of BBEdit, and also a little bit about its history.
Apple TV+ Musical Schmigadoon! is Actually Good — Media+
Bryan Chaffin joins host Charlotte Henry to reflect on recent Emmy success for Apple TV+, and discuss why he was right about the new musical comedy ‘Schmigadoon!’.
Apple And (Physical) Activity – TMO Daily Observations 2021-07-19
Charlotte Henry joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss easy ways to kick off a fitness workout with your Watch, and some favorite Fitness+ features.
Cutting The Coax — Mac Geek Gab 881
Cool Stuff Found starts the day here, with things for printing webpages, controlling your trackpad/mouse, and organizing your life. Need a VPN at home? Your two favorite geeks have got you covered! Plus, the cable companies have priced it such that cutting the cord isn’t enough. Listen as Dave tells John — and all of you — what he’s learned. Press play and learn five new things!
Security Friday: News Old and New, and Future Updates – TMO Daily Observations 2021-07-16
Andrew Orr joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss updates to previous Security Friday news, and a couple of items coming to Firefox and iOS.