Hands-On Apple (Audio)

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Hands-On Apple (Audio) episodes

February 26HOA 220: Managing Browser Tabs Across Apple Devices
Tired of losing your place online when moving between Apple devices? Hands-On Apple shows you how syncing Safari tabs can keep your workflow as smooth as your tech. Juggle dozens of tabs across Mac, iPhone, and iPad without missing a beat!
Setting up "Saved to iCloud" across Apple devices

Using Safari Tab Groups for task-specific browsing synchronization

Accessing and managing open Safari tabs with iCloud Tabs

Troubleshooting iCloud Tabs sync issues and solutions

Quick tips for customizing the Safari start page for cross-device workflow

Host: Mikah Sargent

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11 min
February 19HOA 219: Archiving & Exporting Webpages in Safari
Think saving webpages is just about hitting Print? Before you waste time on clunky printouts, learn how Safari's built-in options can actually preserve entire sites!
Export as PDF versus Print dialog

Saving web pages as images, HTML, or Safari web archive files

When to use PDF, HTML, PNG, or Web Archive for web page storage

File size differences and optimal formats for offline web saving

The best ways to keep web content on macOS

Host: Mikah Sargent

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12 min
February 12HOA 218: Critical HomeKit Update
The Home app just got a major overhaul, thanks to Matter compatibility and fresh features that are quietly transforming how Apple users control their homes. Mikah Sargent breaks down what you need to do, and why this update is bigger than you may think.
Why updating to the latest Apple Home version is required

How to prepare your devices and household for the update

Steps to manually update the Apple Home system

Overview of post-update Home app features and settings

Walkthrough of new Home app controls: activity, energy, hubs, security, and more

Matter accessories and updated connected services explained

Host: Mikah Sargent

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9 min
February 05HOA 217: Multitasking & Gestures on iPad
Your iPad can do a lot more than you think. Full Screen, Windowed, or Stage Manager—which multitasking style actually fits your workflow? Mikah Sargent breaks down the pros and cons so you can finally decide which iPad experience wins.
How to customize multitasking modes on your iPad

Using gestures for multitasking and productivity

Four/five-finger gestures: switch apps, go home, open app switcher

Three-finger gestures: undo, redo, copy, paste, quick notes, screenshots

Windowed apps explained: resizing, moving, multi-window setup

Stage Manager basics and how it differs from other modes

Host: Mikah Sargent

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7 min
January 29HOA 216: Audit Your Health Data Privacy
With ChatGPT now tapping into Apple Health, sharing your personal metrics is easier (and riskier) than ever. Find out how to quickly spot and stop unnecessary data sharing before your most sensitive info lands in unexpected hands.
Auditing apps accessing your Apple health data on iOS

Managing health data sharing with Apple's Fitness app

Customizing third-party app access to health info

Reviewing and limiting individual health data categories for third-party apps

Checking what data third-party apps have written to the Health app

Identifying and managing health data from uninstalled apps

Host: Mikah Sargent

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11 min
January 22HOA 215: Custom Pages Templates
Turns out, making slick, professional-looking Pages templates is way easier than you think. Find out the productivity trick Mikah Sargent wishes more Mac users knew.
Creating custom Pages templates for faster document design

Modifying existing Pages templates and saving personalized versions

Step-by-step guide to building a Pages template from scratch

Using placeholder text and media placeholders for flexible layouts

Managing, sharing, and deleting custom templates in Pages

Practical uses for templates—recipe cards, newsletters, business cards

Host: Mikah Sargent

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17 min
January 15 HOA 214: Continuity Features You May Have Missed
Ever wished your iPad or iPhone could just "talk" to your Mac the way you want? Mikah Sargent uncovers lesser-known Continuity tricks that could change how you work between your Mac, iPad, or iPhone.

• Requirements for Continuity: Accounts, Proximity, WiFi, and Bluetooth

• How to Use "Import from iPad/iPhone" on macOS

• Taking Photos on iPad and Instantly Importing to Mac

• Scanning Documents on iPad to Create PDFs on Mac

• Adding Sketches from iPad Directly into Mac Documents

• Using Apple Pencil or Touch for Sketches and Edits

• Live Document Editing from iPad/iPhone on Mac

• Real-Time Edits and Markup Sync Between iPad and Mac

• Using iPhone as a Mac Webcam and Importing Media Across Devices

Host: Mikah Sargent

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11 min
January 08HOA 213: Apple Health Checkup!
Think you know the Health app? Think again. This episode unpacks Apple's quiet rollout of powerful and important features, from crash detection to real-time medication reminders, that are quietly transforming the way you can track your wellbeing.
Dive into emergency SOS, medical ID, and safety alerts

Apple Watch-exclusive notifications: heart rate, crash, fall, and walking steadiness

Hypertension and blood pressure notifications arrive for Apple Watch users

Cardio fitness, ECG, and irregular rhythm alerts explained

Court drama and a workaround for Apple's blood oxygen feature

Monitoring vitals, hearing safety, and sleep apnea detection

AFib history versus irregular rhythm notifications

Health data trends and fresh health records notifications

Sleep tracking, wind down routines, and schedule-based alerts

Medication reminders with smart time zone adjustments

Mental wellbeing tracking with state-of-mind check-ins and depression/anxiety quizzes

Walking steadiness notifications and quick access to the checklist

Host: Mikah Sargent

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16 min
December 18, 2025HOA 212: iPad's Quick Notes: Time-Saver or Annoying Distraction?
Ever wonder why your iPad keeps popping up surprise notes every time you swipe from the corner? This episode breaks down the Quick Notes feature, why it keeps tripping up users, and the simple settings that put you back in control.
Activating Quick Notes with swipe gestures from screen corners

Quick Notes interface walkthrough: markup, multiple notes, screenshots, sharing

Using Quick Notes while multitasking—making fast notes during other activities

Quick Notes storage and organization in the Notes app

Apple Pencil integration with Quick Notes

How to disable or customize corner swipe gestures in iPadOS settings

Assigning screenshot function to corner swipes instead of Quick Notes

Universal app support for customized corner swipe gestures

Recurring accidental Quick Note activation and practical troubleshooting

Host: Mikah Sargent

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9 min
December 11, 2025HOA 211: Recover Shared Content in Messages
Tired of scrolling endlessly to find that one hilarious link or important document someone texted you months ago? Mikah Sargent reveals how a simple click unveils every photo, link, and document from your conversations, saving you time and sanity.
Quick access to shared content using the disclosure arrow on macOS

Sorting and previewing photos, videos, and shared media within message threads

Accessing and managing links and documents shared via Messages

Filtering content types like photos, videos, screenshots, and collaborations for faster retrieval

Practical tips for recovering past shared files in Messages

Host: Mikah Sargent

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11 min

About Hands-On Apple (Audio)

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Hands-On Apple explores and explains the Mac — and beyond! From clever Terminal commands to little-known iOS settings, Mikah Sargent shares all the best tips and tricks for your Mac, iPad, iPhone, and Apple Watch. You'll get all the details on Apple's apps and the best apps in the App Store, you'll learn about awesome accessories for your Apple devices, and you'll explore updates to Apple's operating systems — including iOS, macOS, iPadOS, and watchOS. Hands-On Apple is your one-stop shop for Apple know-how.

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