Hands-On Apple (Video)

By TWiT

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... more

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Hands-On Apple (Video) episodes:

September 25, 2025HOA 201: Meet the New macOS Phone App
Apple created a dedicated phone app for macOS Tahoe, standing apart from FaceTime and bringing live voicemail transcripts, call screening, and real-time translation to your Mac.
Initial setup steps for using the new Phone app

Key settings and features: ringtones, call routing, and permissions

Hold Assist notifies when support hold time ends

Live Voicemail previews and real-time screening for incoming calls

Options for silencing and filtering unknown callers

Calling experience: dialing, FaceTime audio/video, and call options

In-call features: adding people, call recording, and live transcription

On-call live translation with language downloads and beta limitations

Managing call history, favorites, filtering, and blocked numbers

Host: Mikah Sargent

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12min
September 18, 2025HOA 200: New Messages Features in iOS 26
iOS 26 just dropped, and Hands-On Apple reveals the surprising new features you'll notice first, such as custom message backgrounds and built-in polls that change how you chat with friends. Get the scoop on the subtle details and settings that will likely impact how you use your phone every day.
Messages app gets refreshed info page and easier contact editing

Custom conversation backgrounds debut in Messages with photos and colors

Built-in polling feature launches for group decision-making in Messages

New message filtering, unknown sender screening, and notification controls explained

Conversation backgrounds, photo visibility, and contact photo options in Messages settings

Host: Mikah Sargent

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12min
September 11, 2025 HOA 199: Preordering the iPhone 17 Like a Pro
Apple just dropped the iPhone 17 lineup and Mikah Sargent walks you through a smart pre-order setup that could be the difference between snagging your dream device on day one or missing out. Find out the exact steps and tips to avoid the dreaded "sold out" message.

Host: Mikah Sargent

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9min
September 04, 2025 HOA 198: Deduplicate Pics in the Photos App!
Stop letting duplicate photos clog your Mac. Find out how the merging utility in Apple Photos can help you reclaim storage and sanity with just a few clicks. Mikah Sargent reveals the surprisingly powerful deduplication tool already built into macOS and what it gets right.

Host: Mikah Sargent

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8min
August 28, 2025HOA 197: The Ins & Outs of Camera Control
Think your iPhone 16's Camera Control is just another button? Mikah Sargent breaks down its secret shortcuts and customizable tricks that could change how you quickly snap photos in a pinch!
Step-by-step walkthrough of camera control actions and gestures

Deep dive into camera control's adjustable photo and video settings

Using camera control for quick app launches and photo captures

Switching between supported camera apps with camera control

Customizing activation methods and accidental launch prevention

Exploring camera control's accessibility and pressure sensitivity settings

Integrating camera control features into your everyday workflow

Host: Mikah Sargent

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16min
August 21, 2025HOA 196: Troubleshooting Universal Control & iPhone Mirroring
Don't let misbehaving Apple features derail your workflow. This episode explains the settings, strategies, and overlooked requirements that separate smooth users from the frustrated.
Common Universal Control issues: disconnects, lag, and connection failures

Universal Control requirements: hardware, Apple ID, iCloud, and keychain

Network setup tips for reliable Universal Control across devices

Fixing Universal Control with iCloud sign-out, restarts, and patience

Advanced Universal Control troubleshooting: deleting preference files and toggling settings

Resolving conflicts with display options, Stage Manager, Sidecar, and internet sharing

How to use USB connection to kickstart Universal Control

iPhone mirroring basics: behind-the-scenes tech and requirements

Fixing iPhone mirroring: ensure device compatibility, settings, and proximity

Step-by-step network troubleshooting for iPhone mirroring failures

Force quitting and resetting iPhone mirroring and device access

Diagnosing persistent issues with console logs and error messages

Mesh network quirks and system requirement confusion as common culprits

Host: Mikah Sargent

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29min
August 14, 2025HOA 195: Slow Mac Startup Speeds
Is your Mac taking forever to start up? Mikah Sargent reveals the hidden culprits slowing down your macOS boot times and walks through proven solutions to get your machine running like new again.
Login Items Management - How to identify and remove unnecessary apps that automatically launch at startup using System Settings - General - Login Items and Extensions

Terminal Commands for Advanced Users - Using "launchctl list" to view all startup processes and "launchctl remove" to eliminate problematic items from the command line

Hidden Launch Agents and Daemons - Navigating to /Library/LaunchAgents and /Library/LaunchDaemons through Finder to manually remove stubborn startup services

Spotlight Re-indexing Fix - Using Terminal command "sudo mdutil -E /" to rebuild corrupted Spotlight indexes that can cause system hangups

Cache Clearing Strategy - Removing cached files from ~/Library/Caches and /Library/Caches to free up system resources

Visual Effects Optimization - Disabling animations, transparency effects, and the genie effect in Accessibility settings to reduce graphics processing load

Stage Manager Performance - Why turning off Stage Manager can help improve startup times on older Macs

Host: Mikah Sargent

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20min
August 07, 2025HOA 194: Apple TV Color Balance
Mikah Sargent reveals a powerful but often overlooked calibration tool that automatically adjusts your TV's color balance for optimal picture quality. This step-by-step demonstration shows exactly how to access and use this game-changing feature that most Apple TV owners never know exists.
Accessing the Settings - Navigate to Settings > Video and Audio > Calibration > Color Balance

Prerequisites and Setup - Requires iPhone with Face ID, iOS 14.5 or later, and avoid vivid or dynamic picture modes during calibration

Step-by-Step Calibration Process - Detailed walkthrough of bringing iPhone close to TV, receiving notification, entering authentication code, and positioning phone against screen

Results and Implementation - Review of "original" vs "balanced" options and selecting the improved color profile for ongoing use

Limitations and Compatibility - Discussion of why this feature won't work with projector setups due to positioning constraints, but works with standard televisions

Host: Mikah Sargent

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7min
July 31, 2025HOA 193: Public Betas for iOS 26, iPadOS 26, & macOS Tahoe 26
Ready to get your hands on Apple's latest software before everyone else? This episode covers the complete process of enrolling in Apple's public beta program, from signing up to providing valuable feedback that shapes the future of Apple's operating systems.
Getting Started with Beta Enrollment - Navigate to beta.apple.com and sign up for the Apple Beta Software Program using your Apple ID, including agreeing to the terms that remind you this is pre-release software

Device Enrollment Process - Choose "enroll your iOS device" and follow the streamlined process for iOS 16.4 or later, which no longer requires downloading special configuration profiles like earlier versions

Finding Beta Updates in Settings - Access the new "Beta Updates" option under General > Software Update > Automatic Updates, where you'll see iOS 26 Public Beta options (developer betas won't appear unless you're a registered developer)

The Importance of Feedback Assistant - Learn about the dedicated app Apple installs for beta testers to report bugs, capture diagnostic files, and submit screenshots of issues you encounter

Quick Diagnostic Capture Trick - Use the volume up, volume down, side button combination for 1-1.5 seconds to instantly capture diagnostic files when you encounter problems, complete with haptic feedback confirmation

Beta Support Across All Platforms - The same enrollment process works for iPadOS, tvOS (though slightly more complex), and macOS Tahoe, with each platform getting its own enrollment path

Exiting the Beta Program - Turn off beta updates in Settings to stop receiving new beta versions and automatically return to public releases, or completely leave the program through the beta.apple.com unenroll page

Host: Mikah Sargent

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11min
July 24, 2025HOA 192: Locking & Hiding Apps
Mikah Sargent reveals the handy security features in iOS and iPadOS that let you lock and hide apps from prying eyes, whether you're lending your phone to a child or keeping sensitive information away from untrustworthy individuals.
App Locking vs. Hiding Overview - Mikah explains the key differences between locking apps (requires authentication but stays visible) and hiding apps (completely removes from home screen except in special hidden folder)

Important Limitations to Know - When apps are locked, their information won't appear in CarPlay, notifications, search results, or Siri suggestions, and the feature only works on the specific device where it's enabled

Family Sharing Restrictions - Children under 13 cannot lock or hide apps, while teens 13-17 can use the feature but parents can still see download history and Screen Time data

Apps That Cannot Be Locked - Built-in iOS apps like Calculator, Camera, Clock, Contacts, Find My, Maps, Shortcuts, and Settings are off-limits for locking (Screen Time or Guided Access recommended instead)

Step-by-Step App Locking Demo - Live demonstration using the Home app, showing how to tap and hold an app icon, select "Require Face ID" from the quick actions menu, and authenticate to enable the lock

How to Unlock Apps - Simple process of tapping and holding the locked app icon, choosing "Don't Require Face ID," and entering your passcode to remove the protection

App Hiding Requirements - Only third-party apps downloaded from the App Store can be hidden; built-in iOS apps and default web browsers cannot be hidden

Complete App Hiding Walkthrough - Detailed demonstration using the Annotable app, showing the "Hide and Require Face ID" option and explaining that hidden apps won't send notifications or alerts

Accessing Hidden Apps - Two methods revealed: through Settings > Apps > Hidden Apps, or by going to App Library, scrolling to the Hidden folder at the bottom, and authenticating with Face ID

Host: Mikah Sargent

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12min

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