GSE429 Cyber Savings

On episode 429 of Geekiest Show Ever, Melissa and Elisa share the deals they scored on tech and services with discounts you can use plus tips for how to enjoy new gadgets in your home. Be sure to check out our full show notes and click our affiliate links: https://www.geekiestshowever.com/gse429-cyber-savings/ 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 social media like Mastodon and Bluesky 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: https://www.TheMacMommy.com/ and find Elisa here: https://mastodon.social/@senseidai. 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. Please click Melissa’s affiliate link to enjoy the Setapp extended trial using themacmommy promo code.

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

Don’t forget to use Rakuten to get additional cash back when you shop! When you purchase a Setapp subscription, even a trial, you can take advantage of the cash back bonus from Rakuten, so be sure to have signed up for that first!

Click here for Melissa’s Rakuten referral link. Click here for Elisa’s Rakuten referral link.

Use this Mint Mobile referral link to get a credit on your new account.

1Password is still 50% off at the time we recorded this. The link in this article gets you to the special sale page: https://cybernews.com/best-password-managers/1password-review/black-friday-deals/

BIC 4-Color Original Retractable Ball Pens, Medium Point (1.0mm), 3-Count Pack, Retractable Ball Pen With Long-Lasting Ink (at the time of this post these are still under $6 for a 3-pack which make for a nice little nerdy stocking stuffer for those who still remember the “Original Apple Pencil”)

Let’s Mess Around with Light!

meross Smart LED Strip Lights Works with Apple HomeKit, 16.4ft WiFi RGB Strip, Compatible with Siri, Alexa&Google and SmartThings, App Control, Color Changing Led Strips for Bedroom, TV, Party     

Govee RGBIC LED Strip Lights, Smart LED Lights for Bedroom, Bluetooth LED Lights APP Control, DIY Multiple Colors on One Line, Color Changing LED Strip Lighting Music Sync, Christmas Decor, 16.4ft

Linkind Matter Smart RGBTW Bulb, WiFi Smart Light Bulbs, Work with Apple Home, Siri, Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings, Color Changing Light Bulbs Mood Light, Music Sync, A19 E26 60W, 2.4Ghz WiFi 6 Pack     

ECOELER Motion Sensor LED Disk Light, 16W 1000Lm, 3000K/4000K/5000K Selectable Motion Activated Light Fixture, Closet Light with Time Countdown for Indoor, Closet,Hallway, Stair     

YLXS 30-LED Motion Sensor Under Cabinet Lights, Magnetic Rechargeable Under Counter Closet Light, Wireless Night Light Bar Stick-On, 2-Pack, Cool White     

2nd time purchasing this centering TV mount: Mounting Dream UL Listed TV Wall Mount for Most 26-55 Inch TVs, Full Motion TV Mount with Perfect Center Design, Articulating Wall Mount TV Bracket Swivel and Tilt, Max VESA 400x400mm, Up to 77LBS

Capture That Elf on a Shelf in ACTION!

eufy Security Indoor Cam C210, Home Security Camera, 1080p Resolution 360° PTZ, Plug-in Security Indoor Camera with 2.4G Wi-Fi, Human/Motion AI, Night Vision, AI Tracking, HomeBase 3 Compatible

UYODM 2Pack Adhesive Metal Wall Mount Compatible with Eufy Security Solo Indoor Cam E220 & P24, No Drilling VHB Stick On or Screw Install, Two Ways Install Camera Mounting Bracket Get The Best View

2Pack Gutter Mount Compatible with eufy Security SoloCam S220/C210, eufyCam 2C/2C Pro, 3/S330, 2/2 Pro, 3C/S300, 360°Adjustable Weatherproof Mounting Bracket for Eufy Security Camera     

Check the Apple Security Updates page to see if your Apple gear is up to date.

A big thanks to MacPaw for the review licenses so we could evaluate this service for our listeners.

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GSE395 Catching Up

image of Apple Card, Apple Wallet app icon and interface with a Google Nest overlapping

On episode 395 of Geekiest Show Ever, Elisa and Melissa discuss tips for using Apple Wallet and shopping for smart thermostats. Did you know you can use your titanium Apple card as a screwdriver? Check out our full show notes here https://www.geekiestshowever.com/gse395-catching-up/ 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 Twitter for additional tips and conversation: https://twitter.com/GeekiestShow. We’d like to hear from you, so let us know which tech topics interest you most. Elisa can be found at https://twitter.com/elisapacelli1 and Melissa can be found at https://TheMacMommy.com/

Using Apple Wallet

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

Set up and use Savings in Apple Wallet

Requires iOS 16.4.1

Submit feedback request to add memos or notes to Apple Card transactions:

Money by Jumsoft

How do you correct location name pronunciation in Apple Maps?
Send us feedback if you’ve figured out how!

Here is a video about how to pronounce the names of roads in Tucson:

Smart Thermostats

The Privacy Risks of Your Smart Thermostat — by Tove Marks

Nest Thermostat review: Affordable, but less magical — Tom’s Guide

Apple HomeKit users can finally use the Nest Thermostat — but there’s a catch — Tom’s Guide

Connectivity Standards Alliance on Matter

“Matter smart home standard explained: Here’s why Google, Apple and Amazon are backing it” — Tom’s Guide

Considering a Google Nest? Click this link for compatibility.

Check your local electric company’s website to see what incentives they might offer for purchasing a smart thermostat.

Links

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Melissa uses PicFindr, a new app from Softorino, to find images for content fast.

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Melissa loves her eufy cameras. If you decide to purchase a eufy camera, use Melissa’s referral link: https://fbuy.io/eufyus/zp85rwa3

Thinking of switching to Mint Mobile? Use our refer-a-friend links: Elisa’s is http://fbuy.me/tSm4x and Melissa’s is http://fbuy.me/tRqgc

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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.

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GSE394 Improv Tom

On episode 394 of Geekiest Show Ever, Melissa is joined by Tom Schmidt and they catch up while Elisa is moving into her new home. They discuss settling in from their own recent moves, Tom’s new kitten, fun with improv, macOS Ventura, and Mastodon. Tom shares how he’s used ChatGPT to have some fun with writing. You’ll want to tune in and hear him read his script. Check out our full show notes here https://www.geekiestshowever.com/gse394-improv-tom/ 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 Twitter for additional tips and conversation: https://twitter.com/GeekiestShow. We’d like to hear from you, so let us know which tech topics interest you most. Elisa can be found at https://twitter.com/elisapacelli1 and Melissa can be found at https://TheMacMommy.com/ Episode art provided by Tom Schmidt.

Links

Check out Tom on Scenes From A Hat

Scened From A Hat S12E2 – When a mommy pig and a daddy pig are very much in love with each other

Scenes From A Hat S12E3 – Oh I always hate that I have to take the bottom row

Follow Tom on Mastodon: @tomdar2@mas.to

Follow Melissa @TheMacMommy@mastodon.cloud

Follow Elisa @senseidai@mstdn.social

Melissa uses PicFindr, a new app from Softorino, to find images for content fast.

Show Us Some Love

Melissa loves her eufy cameras. If you decide to purchase a eufy camera, use Melissa’s referral link: https://fbuy.io/eufyus/zp85rwa3

Thinking of switching to Mint Mobile? Use our refer-a-friend links: Elisa’s is http://fbuy.me/tSm4x and Melissa’s is http://fbuy.me/tRqgc

Do you like getting cash back on purchases? Use our Rakuten referral links: Melissa’s is https://www.rakuten.com/r/MELISS95892?eeid=28187 and Elisa’s is: https://www.rakuten.com/r/SENSEI13

Listen on Google Podcasts

Check the Apple Security Updates page to see if your Apple gear is up to date.

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.

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