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Community Unmuted – February 1, 2025

Episode Summary

In this lively episode of Community Unmuted, we kick things off with a fun question: What’s your favorite podcast right now? The team and community members share their top picks, from tech-focused shows to history deep dives. We also dive into some common tech challenges, including navigating the new Keyboard Commander settings in macOS Sequoia, managing Do Not Disturb on iPhone and BlindShell Classic 2, and dealing with email and notification settings.

Topics Covered

Favorite Podcasts

Marty: MacGeekGab

• Liz: Penny Forward
• Michael Babcock: History That Doesn't Suck
• Community favorites include This Week in Tech, Dr. Phil’s Fill in the Blanks, Hidden Brain, and Blind Tech with Desiree Renee.

Tech Troubles & Fixes

• Keyboard Commander Changes in macOS Sequoia
• Keyboard Commander is now called Option Key Commands under "Commands."
• Settings layout has changed, but all previous functionality is still there.

• Check out demos on AppleVis for guidance.

• Managing Notifications & Do Not Disturb on iPhone

• Customizing Focus settings for full control over notifications.

• Quickly activate Do Not Disturb via Siri or Control Center.

• Do Not Disturb on BlindShell Classic 2

• Feature is called Night Mode, found in sound profile settings.

• Allows scheduling for silent mode at specific times.

• Understanding Passkeys & Security Concerns

• Clarifying how passkeys work and when to use them.

• The importance of strong passwords and password managers for security.

• Email Issues & Fixes

• How to create a new folder in Outlook using Ctrl + Shift + E.
• Troubleshooting duplicate inboxes caused by Microsoft support.
• Managing automatic email deletion settings on different platforms.

BlindShell Classic 2 & App Accessibility

• Navigating email and web content when messages are cut off with ellipses.
• Using "Read More" or the Use Information from Text option to expand content.

Other Notable Discussions

• Concerns about phone security and public Wi-Fi auto-connections.
• Best practices: Turn off Wi-Fi & Personal Hotspot when out and about.
• Upgrading devices with caution—why backing up before an OS update is essential.
• The importance of having a personal password strategy—from using a password manager to memorization techniques.

Final Notes

Thanks to everyone who joined us for another engaging session! If you have questions, comments, or topics you'd like covered, email us at [email protected]. Don't forget to check out all the latest episodes and exclusive Club Unmute content at unmute.show.

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