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Ever wondered why your iPhone's sound isn't as loud as you expect, or your AirPods seem capped? Mikah Sargent uncovers the hidden settings that could be hindering your listening experience. • Managing silent mode and status bar indicators on newer iPhones • Switching audio input sources, including iPhone mic and AirPods • Fine-tuning ringtone and alert volume controls for less disruption • "Change with buttons" explained: separation of media and alert volumes • Customizing haptic feedback and vibration settings for notifications • Setting default sounds for ringtones, texts, voicemail, and mail alerts • Keyboard feedback: toggling typing sounds and haptics preference • Differences between iPhone and iPad haptics (limitations on iPad) • Controlling speaker volume limits and effects on media playback • Understanding "Reduce Loud Sounds" to avoid abrupt audio spikes • Headphone safety: adjusting reduced loud audio upper limit for AirPods • Headphone usage notifications & protecting hearing over seven days • Managing USB audio accessory settings and privacy tracking Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

Ever wondered why your iPhone's sound isn't as loud as you expect, or your AirPods seem capped? Mikah Sargent uncovers the hidden settings that could be hindering your listening experience. Managing silent mode and status bar indicators on newer iPhones Switching audio input sources, including iPhone mic and AirPods Fine-tuning ringtone and alert volume controls for less disruption "Change with buttons" explained: separation of media and alert volumes Customizing haptic feedback and vibration settings for notifications Setting default sounds for ringtones, texts, voicemail, and mail alerts Keyboard feedback: toggling typing sounds and haptics preference Differences between iPhone and iPad haptics (limitations on iPad) Controlling speaker volume limits and effects on media playback Understanding "Reduce Loud Sounds" to avoid abrupt audio spikes Headphone safety: adjusting reduced loud audio upper limit for AirPods Headphone usage notifications & protecting hearing over seven days Managing USB audio accessory settings and privacy tracking Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

Ever wondered why your iPhone's sound isn't as loud as you expect, or your AirPods seem capped? Mikah Sargent uncovers the hidden settings that could be hindering your listening experience. Managing silent mode and status bar indicators on newer iPhones Switching audio input sources, including iPhone mic and AirPods Fine-tuning ringtone and alert volume controls for less disruption "Change with buttons" explained: separation of media and alert volumes Customizing haptic feedback and vibration settings for notifications Setting default sounds for ringtones, texts, voicemail, and mail alerts Keyboard feedback: toggling typing sounds and haptics preference Differences between iPhone and iPad haptics (limitations on iPad) Controlling speaker volume limits and effects on media playback Understanding "Reduce Loud Sounds" to avoid abrupt audio spikes Headphone safety: adjusting reduced loud audio upper limit for AirPods Headphone usage notifications & protecting hearing over seven days Managing USB audio accessory settings and privacy tracking Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

Ever wondered why your iPhone's sound isn't as loud as you expect, or your AirPods seem capped? Mikah Sargent uncovers the hidden settings that could be hindering your listening experience. Managing silent mode and status bar indicators on newer iPhones Switching audio input sources, including iPhone mic and AirPods Fine-tuning ringtone and alert volume controls for less disruption "Change with buttons" explained: separation of media and alert volumes Customizing haptic feedback and vibration settings for notifications Setting default sounds for ringtones, texts, voicemail, and mail alerts Keyboard feedback: toggling typing sounds and haptics preference Differences between iPhone and iPad haptics (limitations on iPad) Controlling speaker volume limits and effects on media playback Understanding "Reduce Loud Sounds" to avoid abrupt audio spikes Headphone safety: adjusting reduced loud audio upper limit for AirPods Headphone usage notifications & protecting hearing over seven days Managing USB audio accessory settings and privacy tracking Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

Ever wondered why your iPhone's sound isn't as loud as you expect, or your AirPods seem capped? Mikah Sargent uncovers the hidden settings that could be hindering your listening experience. Managing silent mode and status bar indicators on newer iPhones Switching audio input sources, including iPhone mic and AirPods Fine-tuning ringtone and alert volume controls for less disruption "Change with buttons" explained: separation of media and alert volumes Customizing haptic feedback and vibration settings for notifications Setting default sounds for ringtones, texts, voicemail, and mail alerts Keyboard feedback: toggling typing sounds and haptics preference Differences between iPhone and iPad haptics (limitations on iPad) Controlling speaker volume limits and effects on media playback Understanding "Reduce Loud Sounds" to avoid abrupt audio spikes Headphone safety: adjusting reduced loud audio upper limit for AirPods Headphone usage notifications & protecting hearing over seven days Managing USB audio accessory settings and privacy tracking Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

Control your iPhone just by looking at it. Mikah Sargent dives into the eye-tracking (and head tracking) feature on iOS, showing how it contributes to accessibility and reimagines device interaction. How to set up and use iOS eye tracking controls Eye tracking customization: smoothing, snap to item, dwell control, and more Eye tracking training process and device positioning tips Accuracy challenges and retraining Head tracking as an alternative: facial gestures trigger iOS actions Head tracking menu navigation with expressions Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

Control your iPhone just by looking at it. Mikah Sargent dives into the eye-tracking (and head tracking) feature on iOS, showing how it contributes to accessibility and reimagines device interaction. How to set up and use iOS eye tracking controls Eye tracking customization: smoothing, snap to item, dwell control, and more Eye tracking training process and device positioning tips Accuracy challenges and retraining Head tracking as an alternative: facial gestures trigger iOS actions Head tracking menu navigation with expressions Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

Control your iPhone just by looking at it. Mikah Sargent dives into the eye-tracking (and head tracking) feature on iOS, showing how it contributes to accessibility and reimagines device interaction. How to set up and use iOS eye tracking controls Eye tracking customization: smoothing, snap to item, dwell control, and more Eye tracking training process and device positioning tips Accuracy challenges and retraining Head tracking as an alternative: facial gestures trigger iOS actions Head tracking menu navigation with expressions Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

Control your iPhone just by looking at it. Mikah Sargent dives into the eye-tracking (and head tracking) feature on iOS, showing how it contributes to accessibility and reimagines device interaction. How to set up and use iOS eye tracking controls Eye tracking customization: smoothing, snap to item, dwell control, and more Eye tracking training process and device positioning tips Accuracy challenges and retraining Head tracking as an alternative: facial gestures trigger iOS actions Head tracking menu navigation with expressions Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

Control your iPhone just by looking at it. Mikah Sargent dives into the eye-tracking (and head tracking) feature on iOS, showing how it contributes to accessibility and reimagines device interaction. How to set up and use iOS eye tracking controls Eye tracking customization: smoothing, snap to item, dwell control, and more Eye tracking training process and device positioning tips Accuracy challenges and retraining Head tracking as an alternative: facial gestures trigger iOS actions Head tracking menu navigation with expressions Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

Mac users, forget juggling third-party apps! Apple's macOS Tahoe finally gives you real control over your menu bar and Control Center. Check out how this long-awaited update could change the way you work every day. • Exploring new default transparent menu bar background visuals • Adjusting menu bar visibility and hiding options in System Settings • Toggling menu bar background effects for better personalization • Managing recent documents, apps, and servers through menu bar settings • Adding, removing, and arranging controls in menu bar and Control Center • Detailed walkthrough of menu bar settings like WiFi, Bluetooth, battery, Focus, and display • Granular app icon management—allow or deny permission to show in menu bar • Rearranging menu bar icons using command+drag • Quick reset options and comprehensive clock display tweaks for the menu bar Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

Mac users, forget juggling third-party apps! Apple's macOS Tahoe finally gives you real control over your menu bar and Control Center. Check out how this long-awaited update could change the way you work every day. Exploring new default transparent menu bar background visuals Adjusting menu bar visibility and hiding options in System Settings Toggling menu bar background effects for better personalization Managing recent documents, apps, and servers through menu bar settings Adding, removing, and arranging controls in menu bar and Control Center Detailed walkthrough of menu bar settings like WiFi, Bluetooth, battery, Focus, and display Granular app icon management—allow or deny permission to show in menu bar Rearranging menu bar icons using command+drag Quick reset options and comprehensive clock display tweaks for the menu bar Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

Mac users, forget juggling third-party apps! Apple's macOS Tahoe finally gives you real control over your menu bar and Control Center. Check out how this long-awaited update could change the way you work every day. • Exploring new default transparent menu bar background visuals • Adjusting menu bar visibility and hiding options in System Settings • Toggling menu bar background effects for better personalization • Managing recent documents, apps, and servers through menu bar settings • Adding, removing, and arranging controls in menu bar and Control Center • Detailed walkthrough of menu bar settings like WiFi, Bluetooth, battery, Focus, and display • Granular app icon management—allow or deny permission to show in menu bar • Rearranging menu bar icons using command+drag • Quick reset options and comprehensive clock display tweaks for the menu bar Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

Mac users, forget juggling third-party apps! Apple's macOS Tahoe finally gives you real control over your menu bar and Control Center. Check out how this long-awaited update could change the way you work every day. Exploring new default transparent menu bar background visuals Adjusting menu bar visibility and hiding options in System Settings Toggling menu bar background effects for better personalization Managing recent documents, apps, and servers through menu bar settings Adding, removing, and arranging controls in menu bar and Control Center Detailed walkthrough of menu bar settings like WiFi, Bluetooth, battery, Focus, and display Granular app icon management—allow or deny permission to show in menu bar Rearranging menu bar icons using command+drag Quick reset options and comprehensive clock display tweaks for the menu bar Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

Mac users, forget juggling third-party apps! Apple's macOS Tahoe finally gives you real control over your menu bar and Control Center. Check out how this long-awaited update could change the way you work every day. • Exploring new default transparent menu bar background visuals • Adjusting menu bar visibility and hiding options in System Settings • Toggling menu bar background effects for better personalization • Managing recent documents, apps, and servers through menu bar settings • Adding, removing, and arranging controls in menu bar and Control Center • Detailed walkthrough of menu bar settings like WiFi, Bluetooth, battery, Focus, and display • Granular app icon management—allow or deny permission to show in menu bar • Rearranging menu bar icons using command+drag • Quick reset options and comprehensive clock display tweaks for the menu bar Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

See how AirPods Pro team up with your iPhone to run a personal hearing test and tailor audio just for you. Get a firsthand look at a health tool you may not realize is sitting in your pocket. Step-by-step guide to starting hearing test and prepping devices Real-time noise detection and environment checks during test setup Fit adjustment guidance and sound tests for optimal AirPod positioning Tone pulses and interactive hearing assessment via iOS Health integration Saving and reviewing audiogram results in Health app after test completion AirPods tuning and hearing assistance recommendations based on test results Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

See how AirPods Pro team up with your iPhone to run a personal hearing test and tailor audio just for you. Get a firsthand look at a health tool you may not realize is sitting in your pocket. Step-by-step guide to starting hearing test and prepping devices Real-time noise detection and environment checks during test setup Fit adjustment guidance and sound tests for optimal AirPod positioning Tone pulses and interactive hearing assessment via iOS Health integration Saving and reviewing audiogram results in Health app after test completion AirPods tuning and hearing assistance recommendations based on test results Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

See how AirPods Pro team up with your iPhone to run a personal hearing test and tailor audio just for you. Get a firsthand look at a health tool you may not realize is sitting in your pocket. Step-by-step guide to starting hearing test and prepping devices Real-time noise detection and environment checks during test setup Fit adjustment guidance and sound tests for optimal AirPod positioning Tone pulses and interactive hearing assessment via iOS Health integration Saving and reviewing audiogram results in Health app after test completion AirPods tuning and hearing assistance recommendations based on test results Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

See how AirPods Pro team up with your iPhone to run a personal hearing test and tailor audio just for you. Get a firsthand look at a health tool you may not realize is sitting in your pocket. Step-by-step guide to starting hearing test and prepping devices Real-time noise detection and environment checks during test setup Fit adjustment guidance and sound tests for optimal AirPod positioning Tone pulses and interactive hearing assessment via iOS Health integration Saving and reviewing audiogram results in Health app after test completion AirPods tuning and hearing assistance recommendations based on test results Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

See how AirPods Pro team up with your iPhone to run a personal hearing test and tailor audio just for you. Get a firsthand look at a health tool you may not realize is sitting in your pocket. Step-by-step guide to starting hearing test and prepping devices Real-time noise detection and environment checks during test setup Fit adjustment guidance and sound tests for optimal AirPod positioning Tone pulses and interactive hearing assessment via iOS Health integration Saving and reviewing audiogram results in Health app after test completion AirPods tuning and hearing assistance recommendations based on test results Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

This episode demonstrates how Spotlight's new "actions" feature quietly transforms your workflow, adapting to the app you're using and what you copy, delivering shortcuts you never knew you needed. Discover how to create lightning-fast quick keys in Spotlight, letting you instantly send emails, print documents, or launch commands in your favorite apps. Spotlight actions get personal—suggestions adapt to your app usage Third-party apps feed custom actions into Spotlight Actions adapt to your current app like Photos & Notes Context-aware Spotlight pulls menu bar commands and clipboard data Quick Keys for Spotlight actions let you set up fast shortcuts Real-world examples: creating shortcuts for email, Finder, and printer tasks Spotlight actions connect workflows—print PDFs and automate simple actions Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

This episode demonstrates how Spotlight's new "actions" feature quietly transforms your workflow, adapting to the app you're using and what you copy, delivering shortcuts you never knew you needed. Discover how to create lightning-fast quick keys in Spotlight, letting you instantly send emails, print documents, or launch commands in your favorite apps. Spotlight actions get personal—suggestions adapt to your app usage Third-party apps feed custom actions into Spotlight Actions adapt to your current app like Photos & Notes Context-aware Spotlight pulls menu bar commands and clipboard data Quick Keys for Spotlight actions let you set up fast shortcuts Real-world examples: creating shortcuts for email, Finder, and printer tasks Spotlight actions connect workflows—print PDFs and automate simple actions Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

This episode demonstrates how Spotlight's new "actions" feature quietly transforms your workflow, adapting to the app you're using and what you copy, delivering shortcuts you never knew you needed. Discover how to create lightning-fast quick keys in Spotlight, letting you instantly send emails, print documents, or launch commands in your favorite apps. Spotlight actions get personal—suggestions adapt to your app usage Third-party apps feed custom actions into Spotlight Actions adapt to your current app like Photos & Notes Context-aware Spotlight pulls menu bar commands and clipboard data Quick Keys for Spotlight actions let you set up fast shortcuts Real-world examples: creating shortcuts for email, Finder, and printer tasks Spotlight actions connect workflows—print PDFs and automate simple actions Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

This episode demonstrates how Spotlight's new "actions" feature quietly transforms your workflow, adapting to the app you're using and what you copy, delivering shortcuts you never knew you needed. Discover how to create lightning-fast quick keys in Spotlight, letting you instantly send emails, print documents, or launch commands in your favorite apps. Spotlight actions get personal—suggestions adapt to your app usage Third-party apps feed custom actions into Spotlight Actions adapt to your current app like Photos & Notes Context-aware Spotlight pulls menu bar commands and clipboard data Quick Keys for Spotlight actions let you set up fast shortcuts Real-world examples: creating shortcuts for email, Finder, and printer tasks Spotlight actions connect workflows—print PDFs and automate simple actions Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

This episode demonstrates how Spotlight's new "actions" feature quietly transforms your workflow, adapting to the app you're using and what you copy, delivering shortcuts you never knew you needed. Discover how to create lightning-fast quick keys in Spotlight, letting you instantly send emails, print documents, or launch commands in your favorite apps. Spotlight actions get personal—suggestions adapt to your app usage Third-party apps feed custom actions into Spotlight Actions adapt to your current app like Photos & Notes Context-aware Spotlight pulls menu bar commands and clipboard data Quick Keys for Spotlight actions let you set up fast shortcuts Real-world examples: creating shortcuts for email, Finder, and printer tasks Spotlight actions connect workflows—print PDFs and automate simple actions Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

If you think Spotlight is just for searching, think again. Discover how its revamped browsing modes and new smart actions can change the way you interact with your Mac! Instantly access apps, files, actions, and even your clipboard history, all with a few keyboard shortcuts. Navigating Spotlight Search using menu, keyboard, and mouse shortcuts Categorized app browsing and launching, including iPhone mirroring integration File browsing in Spotlight with intelligent suggestions and advanced filtering Viewing files in grid or list mode, with previews and usage-based organization Accessing and customizing Spotlight Actions, with hundreds of shortcut possibilities Clipboard history now searchable and actionable within Spotlight, supports files and text Privacy controls for Clipboard search and management of sensitive data in Spotlight Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

If you think Spotlight is just for searching, think again. Discover how its revamped browsing modes and new smart actions can change the way you interact with your Mac! Instantly access apps, files, actions, and even your clipboard history, all with a few keyboard shortcuts. Navigating Spotlight Search using menu, keyboard, and mouse shortcuts Categorized app browsing and launching, including iPhone mirroring integration File browsing in Spotlight with intelligent suggestions and advanced filtering Viewing files in grid or list mode, with previews and usage-based organization Accessing and customizing Spotlight Actions, with hundreds of shortcut possibilities Clipboard history now searchable and actionable within Spotlight, supports files and text Privacy controls for Clipboard search and management of sensitive data in Spotlight Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

If you think Spotlight is just for searching, think again. Discover how its revamped browsing modes and new smart actions can change the way you interact with your Mac! Instantly access apps, files, actions, and even your clipboard history, all with a few keyboard shortcuts. Navigating Spotlight Search using menu, keyboard, and mouse shortcuts Categorized app browsing and launching, including iPhone mirroring integration File browsing in Spotlight with intelligent suggestions and advanced filtering Viewing files in grid or list mode, with previews and usage-based organization Accessing and customizing Spotlight Actions, with hundreds of shortcut possibilities Clipboard history now searchable and actionable within Spotlight, supports files and text Privacy controls for Clipboard search and management of sensitive data in Spotlight Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

If you think Spotlight is just for searching, think again. Discover how its revamped browsing modes and new smart actions can change the way you interact with your Mac! Instantly access apps, files, actions, and even your clipboard history, all with a few keyboard shortcuts. Navigating Spotlight Search using menu, keyboard, and mouse shortcuts Categorized app browsing and launching, including iPhone mirroring integration File browsing in Spotlight with intelligent suggestions and advanced filtering Viewing files in grid or list mode, with previews and usage-based organization Accessing and customizing Spotlight Actions, with hundreds of shortcut possibilities Clipboard history now searchable and actionable within Spotlight, supports files and text Privacy controls for Clipboard search and management of sensitive data in Spotlight Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

If you think Spotlight is just for searching, think again. Discover how its revamped browsing modes and new smart actions can change the way you interact with your Mac! Instantly access apps, files, actions, and even your clipboard history, all with a few keyboard shortcuts. Navigating Spotlight Search using menu, keyboard, and mouse shortcuts Categorized app browsing and launching, including iPhone mirroring integration File browsing in Spotlight with intelligent suggestions and advanced filtering Viewing files in grid or list mode, with previews and usage-based organization Accessing and customizing Spotlight Actions, with hundreds of shortcut possibilities Clipboard history now searchable and actionable within Spotlight, supports files and text Privacy controls for Clipboard search and management of sensitive data in Spotlight Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

Apple's Genmoji just got smarter, letting you combine emojis, add custom descriptions, and totally personalize your reactions on iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. Find out how this playful AI tweak might just change the way you text. • Apple Genmoji gets updated with new customization features • Demonstrating Genmoji creation and emoji combination in Messages app • Exploring uses of text descriptions to enhance Genmoji results • Mixing emoji and text for unique, personalized Genmoji • Adjusting Genmoji hairstyle and facial hair using Photos library people • Customizing Genmoji with expressive moods and emotions • Genmoji creativity yields odd and surprising results Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

Apple's Genmoji just got smarter, letting you combine emojis, add custom descriptions, and totally personalize your reactions on iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. Find out how this playful AI tweak might just change the way you text. Apple Genmoji gets updated with new customization features Demonstrating Genmoji creation and emoji combination in Messages app Exploring uses of text descriptions to enhance Genmoji results Mixing emoji and text for unique, personalized Genmoji Adjusting Genmoji hairstyle and facial hair using Photos library people Customizing Genmoji with expressive moods and emotions Genmoji creativity yields odd and surprising results Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

Apple's Genmoji just got smarter, letting you combine emojis, add custom descriptions, and totally personalize your reactions on iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. Find out how this playful AI tweak might just change the way you text. Apple Genmoji gets updated with new customization features Demonstrating Genmoji creation and emoji combination in Messages app Exploring uses of text descriptions to enhance Genmoji results Mixing emoji and text for unique, personalized Genmoji Adjusting Genmoji hairstyle and facial hair using Photos library people Customizing Genmoji with expressive moods and emotions Genmoji creativity yields odd and surprising results Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

Apple's Genmoji just got smarter, letting you combine emojis, add custom descriptions, and totally personalize your reactions on iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. Find out how this playful AI tweak might just change the way you text. Apple Genmoji gets updated with new customization features Demonstrating Genmoji creation and emoji combination in Messages app Exploring uses of text descriptions to enhance Genmoji results Mixing emoji and text for unique, personalized Genmoji Adjusting Genmoji hairstyle and facial hair using Photos library people Customizing Genmoji with expressive moods and emotions Genmoji creativity yields odd and surprising results Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

Apple's Genmoji just got smarter, letting you combine emojis, add custom descriptions, and totally personalize your reactions on iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. Find out how this playful AI tweak might just change the way you text. Apple Genmoji gets updated with new customization features Demonstrating Genmoji creation and emoji combination in Messages app Exploring uses of text descriptions to enhance Genmoji results Mixing emoji and text for unique, personalized Genmoji Adjusting Genmoji hairstyle and facial hair using Photos library people Customizing Genmoji with expressive moods and emotions Genmoji creativity yields odd and surprising results Host: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

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 Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

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 Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

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 Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

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 Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

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 Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

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 Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

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 Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

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 Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

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 Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

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 Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

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 Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

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 Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

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 Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

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 Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

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 Download or subscribe to Hands-On Apple at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-apple Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.