Episode Details

You’re diving into Mac Geek Gab 1100, where quick tips flow faster than USB-C power. Learn how dragging files into a blank Finder space automatically creates folders, and why AppleCare One’s $20/month plan might be worth a look. You’ll get hacks for AirPods Pro as earplugs, scanning docs to a thumb drive, and managing your Mac’s noisy notification overload. Curious about how to bulk scan like a pro or fix TestFlight Apple ID merge issues? Adam, Pete, and Dave have you covered.

Things get deeper with listener questions—from phantom iMac reboots to the clever use of dry-erase markers when fixing hardware. You’ll also get practical ways to manage family passwords and discover why teaching someone to fish (figuratively, of course, though fish can be yummy, too!) beats fixing their tech woes every time. Cool Stuff Found includes compression tools, trackable flashlights, and ChromeOS Flex as a Mac revival trick. Don’t Get Caught missing this one—it’s packed with geeky gold.

• 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1100 for Monday, July 28th, 2025
  • July 28th: National Milk Chocolate Day
  • MGG Monthly Giveaway – Victrola Turntable
• Quick Tips
  • 00:00:01 David-QT-Drag files to a blank space and Finder creates a folder for you
  • 00:06:05 Gary-QT-Apple released a new AppleCare One plan for $20/month
    • Apple Support App
    • 9to5 Mac’s Article about AppleCare One