Mac Geek Gab — Apple Tips, Tricks, and Troubleshooting

Home Theater Geek Gab...and More!


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Our TVs have become more and more complex over the years, and more and more integrated with the rest of our computing lives. Listen as John and Dave talk about John’s new TV and what changes that inflicts upon his existing setup. That’s not all, though! Your two favorite geeks share some tips related to Siri, Migration Assistant, Protecting your USB ports, and more. Press play and enjoy learning at least five new things with the MGG family!

Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned:
  • 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 941 for Monday, August 15, 2022
    • The MGG Discord Server is Live!
    • The MGG Merch Store is Live!
    • Home Technology Enhancements
      • 00:02:02 John’s new TV – TCL 43” 4K Roku TV
        • VESA Mounts and Stands
        • Roku
        • Audio Return Channel ARC
        • Monoprice HDMI Breakout Box
        • Roku Streambar Pro
        • Atmos
        • AirPlay on RokuTV
        • 00:27:26 Andrew-939-Upgrade Cables to Solve HDMI Issues
          • HDMI Versions
          • HDMI Speeds
          • HDMI 2.1 Cables
          • YouTube TV
          • fuboTV
          • DirecTV Stream
          • 00:38:13 SmartHome Weather Stations?
            • AcuRite Weather Station
            • Sponsor
              • 00:41:23 SPONSOR: Helix Mattresses. Go take the Helix Quiz to find out which mattress is right for you, and then save up to $200 off your mattress plus get two free pillows at HelixSleep.com/mgg.
              • Quick Tips
                • 00:43:02 Craig-Check Alexa > Devices > Hunches if You’re Having Weird SmartHome Behavior
                • 00:47:30 Steve-Buy Refurbs from BackMarket
                  • …and WalMart
                  • 00:49:15 Phil-Start in the Terminal with “man man”
                  • Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared!
                    • 00:50:18 Alameda-Disable Siri’s Contacts Suggestions
                    • 00:53:29 Carlos-938-Migration Assistant Tip
                    • 00:57:47 Paul-939-Here’s What’s In My Charging Bag, Dad
                      • Anker 727 Charging Station
                      • 01:02:58 Eliot-QT-939-Use Low Power Mode when Traveling
                        • Dave’s Always-On Low Power Mode Shortcut
                        • 01:06:13 Eliot-939-Beware Public USB-A Ports?
                          • PortaPow USB Data Blocker
                          • Cool Stuff Found
                            • 01:09:55 Glenn-CSF-EasyFind and Security Spy
                            • 01:13:47 CSF-The Xebec Tri-Screen 2 for when you have no desk!
                            • 01:17:12 MGG 941
                              • Overcast’s Smart Speed
                              • Pilot Pete’s New Aviation Podcast: So There I Was
                              • Bandwidth Provided by CacheFly
                              • MGG Merch is Available!
                              • Mac Geek Gab YouTube Page
                              • Mac Geek Gab Live Calendar
                              • This Week’s MGG Premium Contributors
                              • MGG Apple Podcasts Reviews
                              • 224-888-GEEK
                              • The Mac Geek Gab iPhone app
                              • Active MGG Sponsors and Coupon Codes List
                              • BackBeat Media Podcast Network
                              • ...more
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