Mac Geek Gab — Apple Tips, Tricks, and Troubleshooting It's a Clear Case of Lying
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Sep 29, 2025 The hosts dive into the excitement of buying new iPhones while discussing optimal ways to sell old devices. Quick tips cover everything from setting a default calling app to utilizing Amazon's free photo storage. They explore the quirks of iCloud sync and troubleshoot issues like stubborn RCS messages. Listeners learn how to avoid roaming charges and the peculiarities of Apple’s clear case. Plus, there’s a fun twist on using AI for recipe creation and meal planning!
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Why They Broke Their 'No Upgrade' Resolutions
- Adam and Pilot Pete admit they ordered new iPhones despite initial hesitation and selling old devices to offset cost.
- Adam sold multiple handsets on eBay and used Gazelle for a cracked device to recoup a large portion of the upgrade cost.
Don't Reset A Phone Until You Have Payment
- When selling an iPhone, don’t erase it until you have cash in hand to prevent scammers running off with it.
- Offer to unlock or wipe remotely only after the buyer pays and you confirm receipt of funds.
Use Amazon Photos For Unlimited Photo Backups
- Amazon Prime offers unlimited full-resolution photo storage (video limited) and supports RAW files via Amazon Photos.
- Use the desktop uploader carefully as it can consume CPU when crawling internal and external drives.
