651: No Rest for the Techy as We Enter 2026

In this episode of Command Control Power, the hosts discuss their busy schedules at the end of 2025 and their plans for the holiday season. Topics include the impact of year-end client projects, managing office breaks, and balancing personal time during the holidays. The conversation shifts to a timely warning about iPhone security while traveling, prompted by an article from Tidbits Content Network. A fascinating client story is shared involving the recovery of an old iCloud account trapped behind forgotten credentials. Another highlight includes a successful repair story from the Rossman Group, addressing a client's dead MacBook Pro battery. The hosts wrap up by exploring intriguing tech topics such as blocking issues in email aliases and innovative VPN solutions for connection bonding. 00:00 Introduction and Year-End Reflections 00:37 Holiday Plans and Workload Management 03:09 New Year Greetings and Travel Stories 04:39 iPhone Security Concerns While Traveling 06:50 NFC and QR Code Scams 11:00 Client Stories and Apple Support Experiences 18:01 The MacBook Pro Charger Dilemma 18:20 Resetting the SMC and Battery Issues 18:39 Recurring Revenue and Client Needs 20:11 Repair Challenges and Solutions 22:07 The Rossman Group to the Rescue 26:41 Gmail Sent Mail Mystery 32:14 Speedify VPN and Connection Bonding 33:40 Conclusion and Listener Appreciation

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651: No Rest for the Techy as We Enter 2026 is an episode from Command Control Power: Apple Tech Support & Business Talk by PsiMac.

This episode is 37:53 long.

This episode was published on Jan 6, 2026.

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