In this episode, your two favorite geeks share some incredible quick tips, cool stuff found, and answer burning questions from the Mac geek community. So, fasten your seatbelts and join us as we dive into the world of Mac tips and tricks. Remember, as Dave and Pilot Pete always say, “Don’t Get Caught” without the latest knowledge!
Quick Tips
The show kicked off with an array of quick tips to supercharge your Mac experience. Here are some highlights:

* Hold iPhone Shutter for Quick Video, Slide Right to Lock Video Recording – Jeff revealed a time-saving tip for iPhone users. By holding the shutter button, you can instantly start recording a video. Sliding right locks the video recording, ensuring you don’t accidentally stop capturing those precious moments.
* Trigger-then-drag iPhone Volume Gauge to Fine-Tune – James shared a nifty trick to fine-tune your iPhone volume. After triggering the volume control, simply drag your finger up or down on the gauge for precise adjustments.
* macOS Ventura’s Image Capture includes OCR to PDF – Bill enlightened the audience about a powerful feature in macOS Ventura’s Image Capture. It allows you to convert images to searchable PDFs using OCR (optical character recognition) technology. Say goodbye to manual data entry!
* Tapback from Notification Center – JamCycler showcased a time-saving gem for iPhone users. Now you can quickly send Tapbacks, those expressive little reactions, directly from the Notification Center.
* Function-key equivalents for Home and End Keys – Bill shared a useful tip for keyboard warriors. You can replicate the functionality of the Home and End keys on a Mac keyboard using function-key equivalents.
* Use Creation Dates to Help Find Related Materials – Josh unveiled a clever way to organize your digital clutter. By leveraging creation dates, you can easily locate related files and materials, streamlining your workflow.
* Immediately Delete Unwanted Screen Recording on iPhone – JamCycler empowered iPhone users with a quick tip to reclaim storage space. Now, you can instantly delete unwanted screen recordings, ensuring your device stays clutter-free.

Cool Stuff Found
Dave and Pete never disappoint when it comes to unearthing the coolest stuff for Mac enthusiasts. Here are some of their exciting finds:

* iOS 17 Public Beta App Compatibility Chart – Adrian shared a valuable resource for those eager to explore the upcoming iOS 17 beta. The iOS 17 Public Beta App Compatibility Chart helps you ensure your favorite apps will run smoothly on the new operating system.
* Thermacell LIV Mosquito Prevention System – Stay bite-free this summer with the Thermacell LIV Mosquito Prevention System, shared by CSFR. It’s a must-have gadget for outdoor enthusiasts.
* Play to Track Your “Watch Later” Lists – David introduced “Play,” a fantastic tool for organizing your “Watch Later” lists across various platforms. Never miss out on your favorite content again.
* Number Shield for Pattern-Based Call-Blocking – Lee brought attention to Number Shield, a powerful call-blocking solution based on patterns. Say goodbye to unwanted calls and spam with this handy app.
* Keyboard Clean Tool Free! – Pete shared a cool free tool, Keyboard Clean, perfect for keeping your Mac’s keyboard tidy and grime-free. Remember, a clean keyboard is a happy keyboard!
* Notion Boost Browser Extension – Ral605 uncovered the Notion Boost browser extension, a handy add-on that enhances your productivity within Notion, the popular note-taking and task management app.
* Shottr: Better Screen Capture Tool! – CSFR highlighted Shottr, a fantastic screen capture tool that elevates your screenshot game to the next level.