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GSE427 In The iPad Air Tonight

November 5, 2024 | Melissa Davis

On episode 427 of Geekiest Show Ever, Melissa and Elisa discuss an app for organizing typefaces available in Setapp, a new iPad keyboard folio, the experience of upgrading to iPadOS 18.1, Apple Intelligence, and responsible password management. Do you have questions about what you heard in this episode? Send us your feedback. You can email us: podcast at geekiestshowever dot com. Follow us on Mastodon or Bluesky for conversation and tips. We’d like to hear from you, so let us know which tech topics interest you most. Find Melissa here and find Elisa here. Geekiest Show Ever is an independent publication and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. Products made by Apple mentioned in this podcast are a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. Episode artwork is by Melissa Davis.

References

Apple Accessibility

Roaring Apps – apps compatible with macOS 15

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GSE426 iUSB-C Clearly Now

October 21, 2024October 22, 2024 | Melissa Davis

On episode 426 of Geekiest Show Ever, Melissa tells Elisa all about her new tech toys and how she’s achieved USB-C zen in the purplest of ways. Elisa is knitting some amazing technicolor socks. Be sure to check out our full show notes for photos, links, and more detail. Do you have questions about what you heard in this episode? Send us your feedback. You can email us: podcast at geekiestshowever dot com. Follow us on Mastodon or Bluesky for conversation and tips. We’d like to hear from you, so let us know which tech topics interest you most. Find Melissa here and find Elisa here. Geekiest Show Ever is an independent publication and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. Products made by Apple mentioned in this podcast are a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. Episode artwork is by Melissa Davis.

Melissa’s Mobile Field Kit

Apple MacBook Air M3, Apple iPad Air M2, and Apple Pencil Pro were all upgraded with Apple’s Back to School promotion. Now her newly-minted college student has a sweet Apple MacBook Pro M1 Pro for classes and they both look forward to learning more about Procreate and Affinity apps on iPad together.

Everything now charges with USB-C and/or MagSafe. Yay for consistency!

Also pictured: Apple iPhone 15 Pro, Apple Watch Series 8, Apple AirPods Pro 2, Anker MagSafe Battery Pack, Anker Nano Pro USB-C Charger, PopSockets Phone Wallet, Memory Foam Tips for AirPods Pro, AirPods Pro Silicone Case, iPhone Case, MacBook Air Case, iPad Air Case

Elisa’s Technocolor Socks

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GSE425 Mish Mash

September 30, 2024October 1, 2024 | Melissa Davis

On episode 425 of Geekiest Show Ever, Elisa and Melissa discuss their travels and tech as they catch up after a break. Check out our full show notes for more details. Do you have questions about what you heard in this episode? Send us your feedback. You can email us: podcast at geekiestshowever dot com. Follow us on Mastodon for additional tips and conversation. We’d like to hear from you, so let us know which tech topics interest you most. Find Melissa here and find Elisa here. Geekiest Show Ever is an independent publication and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. Products made by Apple mentioned in this podcast are a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions.

Elisa shares updates about the Tripsy app. It’s one of many apps available in Setapp. Melissa has installed more smart plugs in her home. Evidently it just wasn’t quite smart enough.

When you’re ready to try it out Setapp, use Melissa’s promo code themacmommy and enjoy the 30-day extended trial! Clicking that link will take you directly to the site and it automatically enter the promo code for you.

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GSE424 Mary Jane’s Last Trip

September 1, 2024 | Melissa Davis

On episode 424 of Geekiest Show Ever, Elisa and Melissa review Tripsy from Setapp. Use Melissa’s special link with promo code for an extended free trial of Setapp! Check out our full show notes for more details. Do you have questions about what you heard in this episode? Send us your feedback. You can email us: podcast at geekiestshowever dot com. Follow us on Mastodon for additional tips and conversation. We’d like to hear from you, so let us know which tech topics interest you most. Find Melissa here and find Elisa here. Geekiest Show Ever is an independent publication and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. Products made by Apple mentioned in this podcast are a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. Images in this post are courtesy of Tripsy LLC from their Press Kit.

Topics Discussed & Apps Reviewed

Tripsy

Elisa and Melissa had a good time playing around with the Tripsy app. It’s one of many apps available in Setapp.

Listen to Elisa and Melissa talk about their experiences using Setapp so you can make an informed decision. When you’re ready to try it out, use Melissa’s promo code themacmommy and enjoy the 30-day extended trial! Clicking that link will take you directly to the site and it automatically enter the promo code for you.

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GSE423 Setapp

August 19, 2024 | Melissa Davis

On episode 423 of Geekiest Show Ever, Elisa and Melissa discuss Setapp and why it’s a good value. Use Melissa’s promo code for an extended free trial! Look for a special link in our full show notes. Do you have questions about what you heard in this episode? Send us your feedback. You can email us: podcast at geekiestshowever dot com. Follow us on Mastodon for additional tips and conversation. We’d like to hear from you, so let us know which tech topics interest you most. Find Melissa here and find Elisa here. Geekiest Show Ever is an independent publication and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. Products made by Apple mentioned in this podcast are a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions.

Topics Discussed & Apps Reviewed

Melissa used Scanner Pro to fax a document with ease and for a low cost. Check out Scanner Pro by Readdle.

Setapp

Melissa recommends Setapp because it’s now possible to find a combination of apps within Setapp that do the job better than a single subscription to one really expensive app and you’ll still end up paying less. If you’re a gig worker, small business, or freelancer, then you can most likely justify the annual cost for a subscription since you can probably find a set of apps to help you run your business. Ask your CPA, but the cost of the subscription is probably a business expense write-off. If you have college or high school students at home or you’re married to a teacher like Melissa is, then a Family subscription plan is a really great bargain for everyone. There are now over 250 apps for Mac and iOS included in one subscription that can be shared across four family members with four Macs and iOS devices.

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interface showing the Favorites feature as well as notifications about app updates

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GSE422 One for the Books

August 5, 2024August 6, 2024 | Melissa Davis

On episode 422 of Geekiest Show Ever, Melissa shares her software comparison Numbers spreadsheet with Elisa to discuss what she’s looking for in financial management software to help automate her small business tasks. This time she’s taking QuickBooks to the task. Is it a keeper or will she move on to the next one on her list? We have helpful links in our full show notes. Do you have questions about what you heard in this episode? Please send us your feedback. You can email us: podcast at geekiestshowever dot com. Follow us on Mastodon for additional tips and conversation. We’d like to hear from you, so let us know which tech topics interest you most. Find Melissa here and find Elisa here or here. Geekiest Show Ever is an independent publication and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. Products made by Apple mentioned in this podcast are a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions.

Topics Discussed & Apps Reviewed

Last episode, Melissa considered Fantastical to see if it could help her schedule clients, but it’s not as useful as Calendly. What’s your favorite online scheduling tool?

How to Put Your Driver’s License on Your Phone — Wired

Apple Wallet States List — Apple

Add your driver’s license or state ID to Apple Wallet — Apple

California prepares to launch support for adding your driving license to the Apple Wallet app — 9to5Mac

Hey solar geeks! We want to hear from you! Reach out to us and share your thoughts. Is solar really worth the up-front costs? What advice do you have for someone with an aging system on their rooftop?

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GSE421 Cruising and Cooking

June 30, 2024August 2, 2024 | Melissa Davis

On episode 421 of Geekiest Show Ever, Elisa and Melissa discuss cruise vacationing and apps for managing time and populating shopping lists. We have helpful links in our full show notes. Do you have questions about what you heard in this episode? Please send us your feedback. You can email us: podcast at geekiestshowever dot com. Follow us on Mastodon for additional tips and conversation. We’d like to hear from you, so let us know which tech topics interest you most. Find Melissa here and find Elisa here or here. Geekiest Show Ever is an independent publication and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. Products made by Apple mentioned in this podcast are a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions.

Topics Discussed & Apps Reviewed

Use the Visual Lookup feature in iOS Photos app to identify a spider right on your iPhone!

The Cicadas are Coming! Will there be a loud party where you live?

Readdle’s Calendars 5 is being sunset. There’s some good news for us Calendars 5 users, though. We have the option of a Lifetime purchase at a discounted rate.

Melissa is considering Fantastical to see if it could help her schedule clients efficiently.

Paprika 3

Melissa is having syncing issues within the Paprika 3 app between hers and her husband’s iPhones. It does sync, but it takes a long time and isn’t live.

For further reading, check out the Reddit for Paprika 3

Melissa will consider using AnyList to see if it has better Siri integration for managing shopping lists compared to Paprika 3, but then meal planning feature will cost extra ($15 annually) for a family to share. You still get quite a bit for free with AnyList.

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GSE420 Cards and Cams

June 13, 2024June 14, 2024 | Melissa Davis

On episode 420 of Geekiest Show Ever, Elisa and Melissa share tips for using credit card perks and Apple Card features. Melissa reviews car dash cams. We have helpful links in our full show notes. Do you have questions about what you heard in this episode? Please send us your feedback. You can email us: podcast at geekiestshowever dot com. Follow us on Mastodon for additional tips and conversation. We’d like to hear from you, so let us know which tech topics interest you most. Find Melissa here and find Elisa here or here. Geekiest Show Ever is an independent publication and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. Products made by Apple mentioned in this podcast are a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions.

Topics Discussed

Set up Apple Card Family and add a co-owner and participants

Review of 3 Channel Dash Cam by galphi

Melissa is listening to the audiobook Autism in Heels by Jennifer Cook O’Toole borrowed from the Pima County Public Library with the Libby app on Apple CarPlay

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Does Costco Have Scan and Go? A Retail Expert‘s In-Depth Look

GSE419 Summertime

June 2, 2024 | Melissa Davis

On episode 419 of Geekiest Show Ever, Elisa and Melissa share tips and discuss financial literacy topics as they prepare for summer break. We have helpful links in our full show notes. Do you have questions about what you heard in this episode? Please send us your feedback. You can email us: podcast at geekiestshowever dot com. Follow us on Mastodon for additional tips and conversation. We’d like to hear from you, so let us know which tech topics interest you most. Find Melissa here and find Elisa here or here. Geekiest Show Ever is an independent publication and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. Products made by Apple mentioned in this podcast are a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions.

Topics Discussed

What to do when your Apple Card expires

Using credit cards versus a checking account to autopay utility bills, subscriptions, and other credit cards balances

Teaching kids about financial literacy

Help your kids establish credit (possibly) by adding them on as authorized users of your credit card.

Should You Add Your Child to Your Credit Card as an Authorized User? — Experian

Why Adding a Child as an Authorized User Might Not Help Their Credit — nerdwallet

Can I Add My Child To My Credit Card? — Forbes Advisor

Set up Apple Card Family and add a co-owner and participants — Apple Card

Taking advantage of credit card perks

Costco vs Sam’s Club

Using credit cards is risky business

Digital finance management tips for helping our elders

Use a credential manager to keep track of which credit cards are being used for autopay for which bills.

It’s best to use a checking account for monthly utility bills.

Living Will – sort of

If I get hit by a bus plan

Get that will made!

Keep your credential manager sorted alphabetically and let loved ones know how to access it and where to look for instructions.

Use tags in 1Password to help sorting items related to autopay or paying bills.

Video streaming plans have revolving deals if you’re patient and diligent.

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