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Fuchs, Ian
Macnificent is a tech podcast, revolving around (or near) Apple. Each episode, Ian Fuchs discusses a topic (or set of topics) around the latest in the tech sphere. Sometimes there are guests, other times, not so much... it's a tech show.
On Episode 32, Chris and Ian recount their history with Apple, the products and experiences that shaped their love of the company, and some of Apple's more memorable moments.
The Topics iPod Classic
iPod Nano
Macintosh 2
Spectre Game for Macintosh
Original iPhone
1st Generation iPad
Apple LISA
Apple Bandai Pippin
Macintosh TV
iPod Shuffle, 3rd Gen
3rd Generation iPad
Apple 1984 Superbowl Commercial
Mac vs PC
Will Ferrel iPhone Commercial
The Original Switch Commercial
Original iPhone Commercial Campaign
iPad Air Your Verse Commercial
Apple 2013 Christmas Commercial
Apple 2014 Christmas Commercial
Something of the Week: Ian: Crazy Aaron's Thinking Putty
Chris: popSlate 2
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On Episode 31, Chris and Ian recap Apple's March 21st event, and discuss CareKit, iPhone SE, and choosing the right iPad Pro.
The Topics Watch Apple's March 21 Keynote
Apple vs FBI Officially Ends
Apple's Renewable Energy Efforts
LIAM Disassembles an iPhone
ResearchKit & CareKit
tvOS 9.2
New Woven Nylon Apple Watch Bands
iPhone SE
Why iPhone SE Matters for Business
iPad Pro 9.7"
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Something of the Week: Ian: Amazon Echo
Chris: CB Hardcase
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We give our predictions on Apple’s spring event, and share some wishful thinking on unlikely surprises. We also dive into voice commands, and why it can be so frustrating right now.
All the Great Topics Apple's March 21 Event
Ian's iPhone Loop Mock-up
iPhone SE Rumors
iPad Air 3/Pro 10" Rumors
Rumored Apple Watch Bands
Apple's Foray into TV Producing
Vital Signs as an Apple Music Promotion Tool
Apple Partners with Dubset Media Holdings
Deadmau5 Joins Beats1
Amazon Echo
Siri Apple TV Fail
iMom Short Film
Something of the Week Pad & Quill Lowry Cuff for 42mm Apple Watch
LEGO Marvel Avengers for Mac
WeMo Switch
QuickTip: Rounded Tips for an Easy Total by Ian Fuchs
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Chase Meusel returns to the show to discuss getting work done on a tablet, and we dive into the Apple TV - and other set-top boxes - position in the living room. We also discuss Apple's place in gaming, and how they could position Apple TV as a more dominant player in the gaming space. Finally, we scratch the surface of rumors Apple might be working on a virtual reality application, and what that might mean in the future.
The Topics Nextbit Robin - Cloud based Android phone
AirParrot
Reflector
Space Telescope for Apple TV
Amazon Fire Gary Busey Commercial
Giving Amazon Music a Fair Shot
Alto's Adventure for iOS, Apple TV
Oceanhorn for iOS, Apple TV
HBO Go vs HBO Now, Explained
Idle Thumbs Podcast
Firewatch
Amazon Sev-Zero
Apple TV vs. Other Streaming Boxes
Gene Munster on Apple & VR
View-Master VR Kit for iPhone - $29.95
"Hardcore Henry" trailer
Something of the Week: Ian: DayOne 2 for iOS - $4.99
Chase: Peach
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Post-Show Bonus Topic Star Wars Ring Theory
On Episode 28, Chris and Ian discuss Apple's latest earnings call, theories about the iPhone's potential loss of the headphone jack, and some of Apple's newest music apps. We also breakdown the latest in rumors about Apple Watch, iPad Air 3, and a possible 4-inch iPhone 5SE/6SE.
The Topics Zcast
Apple's Q1 2016 Earnings
Apple to remove headphone jack on iPhone 7
Record Breaking Holiday App Store Purchases
Side-loading Kodi on Apple TV
Updates to Apple Watch expected in March
iPhone 5SE rumored for March
Garageband gets a big update
Let's Talk iOS 119
Apple Unveils Music Memos
Something of the Week: Swipes
Wheel of Fort
Annoying Brain
WATCHe
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On Episode 27, we discuss some cool new changes coming to iOS 9.3 and break down some potential issues with the App Stores. Ian also dives into what you get in a $50 tablet.
The Topics The GIANT iPad Pro
Breaking up with Apple Music
The $50 Amazon Fire Tablet
Installing Google Play on Amazon Fire (Windows Only)
Apple releases betas iOS 9.3, tvOS 9.2, watchOS 2.2, and OS X 10.11.4 El Capitan
Authentic Weather App
iMore's Web-Based App Store
Something of the Week: Ian: Pigment for iOS
Chris: Alien Invasion Retro Game
Glenn: Blackstar by David Bowie
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We start thinking about new MacBooks and when they might arrive in 2016, rumors suggest iPhone 7 may ditch the headphone jack, and being tech support at holiday gatherings.
The Links New 13 and 15-inch MacBook Airs at WWDC 2016
Sonos Apple Music Support
iPhone 7 to lose 3.5mm headphone port
Backblaze Computer Backup
Sony bringing PS4 Remote Play to Mac and PC
Something of the Week: Ian: CheapCharts for iOS
Chris: Titan iPhone Cable and Titan Loop for iPhone
Glenn: AA for iOS
On Episode 25, Chris gets new Apple toys, follow up on Apple TV, thoughts on computing with the iPad Pro, and we answer some listener questions!
Topics and Links Apple Watches on CowBoom
New Apple Watch Dock
Bluelounge Kosta
Seinfeld - Mulva
Plex
Trivia Night
Movielect
Federico Viticci's iPad Pro Review
The Dalrymple Report with Jim Dalrymple and Merlin Mann
Something of the Week: Ian: iMaschine 2 - $4.99
Chris: SwannOne Smart Home Control Kit
Glenn: Tardisk Pear
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This week, Chris and Glenn are back in the hot seats, as we discuss the Apple TV, Streaming TV, Star Wars, Nintendo, and everyone's favorite fall holiday - Halloween!
The Topics upNext for the Apple TV
Magic Keyboard 2 with iPad
New Lightning powered Beats Pill
Yahoo streams the NFL
The Force Awakens trailer
Did Luke go to the Dark Side?
The Verge reports on “overwhelming 45 screen setup of new iPhone
Verizon upping the price for unlimited data customers
Clarification on Price increase for in-contract devices
Nintendo announces their first iOS game, not a lot of info yet, but this has sparked some great discussions in the past.
Halloween How To: Dress Like the ‘1984’ Macintosh Runner
Something of the Week: Ian: Productive for iPhone
Chris: the new Apple TV
Glenn: SuperGirl on CBS | Apple’s new Magic Accessories
On Episode 23 of Macnificent User Experience (UX) Researcher, Iowa State University Graduate student, and Ian's long time friend Chase Meusel sits in to discuss Back to the Future Day and the things we were promised in 2015, as well as new Magic accessories and that latest product line-up from Microsoft.
The Links Iowa State Human Computer Interaction Program
ISU Virtual Reality Applications Center
Future Day - What came true in 2015
Rift Coaster for Oculus
4D Film Experience
Merril Shoes
Nike Auto-lacing shoes
Accessible shoe lacing
Hello Internet Podcast
Magic Accessories
Chase's Split Keyboard
Microsoft 5-Button Intellimouse
Dvorak Keyboard Layout
Microsoft Surface Pro 4
Microsoft Surface Book
Microsoft Band 2
Microsoft's Internet Explorer commercial
Something of the Week: Chase: Hudways Glass
Ian: Anker Ultra Slim Compact Bluetooth Keyboard
Chase's Twitter
Chase's Website/Research
More FUD, Christmas comes early for one of us, taking a swim with your iPhone, and the skinny on winning the fitness game!
All the Links YiSpecter iOS Malware Apple’s response to YiSpector | The Loop
Apple has begun selling official Apple Watch lugs
Chris is a rat bastard with a new Apple TV
Amazon pulls the Apple TV because competition
The "nearly waterproof" iPhone 6S and 6S plus
Apple Watch and the Gamification of Health
Misfit Shine
Tim Cook emails employees on 4th anniversary of passing of Steve Jobs
Something of the Week: Ian: Tweetbot 4 - $4.99
Glenn: Adobe Photoshop Fix - Free
Chris: OnanOff Sound Cover for the iPad
This week, we 3D touch on the new iPhones, and discuss the success of the new device, look at how we backup and restore from our old phones, discuss our stance on Apple Music as it takes it’s first dip into our wallets, and are content blockers just corrupt politicians?
All The Links Content Blocker “Crystal” will whitelist some ads… for a price?
Backing up your iPhone to your Mac
Zane Lowe on Beats 1
Is Wi-Fi Assist Eating Your Data Donut?
Facebook Hoax
Simple Mac Exploit Bypasses OS X Gatekeeper Security
Something of the Week: Ian: Purify Content Blocker for iOS - $0.99
Glenn: AG Drive for iOS - $3.99
Chris: Echo PowerConnect 4000mAh portable charger. Around$44
This week, Glenn is back with us and discussing his thoughts on all the Apple things announced for the fall, we weigh the pros and cons of Apple TV gaming, and how mobile content blockers are shaking up the web.
The Topics iPad mini 4 is a tiny iPad Air 2 Facetime Android
Gaming on Apple TV?
Apple TV Games Must Sport Siri Remote
Ouya
watchOS 2 delayed, out now
Apple screws up iOS 9 update big time for many users
XcodeGhost iOS App Store “Hack”
Woman receives her rose gold iPhone 6S early, proceeds to benchmark and take photos & videos
Apple Rickrolls Apple Watch Support Page
Apple’s Previous iOS 7 Rickroll
Marco Arment Releases Peace content blocker
Marco Arment Pulls Peace from App Store
The Verge’s Fancy Javascript Trickery
MacStories subscriptions program
Somethings of the Week Glenn: Season 2 of Gotham
Chris: DataMan Next with Apple Watch Complications
Ian: Day One for iOS
In Episode 19, Chris Rauschnot is back with Ian and Mr. Hauk to discuss all the things Apple announced at the Sept. 9th "Hey Siri, Give Us A Hint" event. We break down all the little gems of Apple Watch, iPad Pro, iPhone 6S and 6S Plus, Apple's iPhone Upgrade Program, and the exciting new Apple TV.
All The Links Watch the Full Apple Keynote
watchOS 2
Apple adds Gold and Rose Gold to Apple Watch
Hermès Apple Watch Bands
New Apple Watch Sport Bands
Welcome to the family, iPad Pro
Apple Pencil
Logitech iPad Pro Keyboard
iPad Pro Smart Keyboard
iPhone 6S and 6S Plus
3D Touch
iPhone Upgrade Program
Siri learns your voice
Live Photos for iPhone 6S/6S Plus
New Apple TV
Documentation on 200MB App Limit
Siri Remote
SteelSeries Nimbus Controller
Apple TV Universal Search
This week, we discuss the last rounds of rumors before Apple's Sept. 9 event, from iPhone to iPad, Apple TV to Mac, and what Apple is bringing to the table for it's next round of devices. We also give our 2015/2016 Apple wish list, and discuss how Apple could transform both streaming video and gaming in one fell swoop.
All the Links Alleged rumor round-up
Force touch/3D Touch
iPhone Photographer Austin Mann on iPhone 6S Camera
App Store Gaming joins Twitter, brings hope to gaming on new Apple TV
Report: Gaming to be a Central Feature of New Apple TV
iPad to get Keyboard, Apple Watch to get affordable Gold
iPad Pro to start at 64GB
Never too early for an iPhone 7 Rumor…
Something of the Week DaisyDisk 4 – Find & Remove Those Large Files Eating Up Your Mac’s Hard Drive Space
Star Wars BB-8 Sphero
Editorial for iOS
On this week's episode, a pair of Chrises and Ian discuss Android Wear, various was of learning with Apple technology, Apple's September 9th event invitations, colorful iPhones, and what social media networks we use (and why).
All the Links Android Wear comes to iOS
Multiple Android Wear devices supported
Apple ending One-to-One program Sept. 28
Apple expands "Apple Camp" Summer Program to Year-Round
Tim Cook talks ConnectED on Good Morning America
Apple sends out Sept. 9th Invites
Apple TV price point between $149-$199
iPhone 6S alleged 16GB Packaging
Chris Rauschnot named on Cision "Top 50 Social Media Influencer" list
Something of the Week OWC Envoy Pro Mini 240GB SSD USB3.0 Memory Stick
Western Digital My Passport Ultra 1TB Drive
Fusechicken Titan Loop
Stand for Mac OS X
Pad & Quill Apple Watch Stand
Bonus Links Chris Rauschnot's Back-to-School Special Pt. 1
Chris Rauschnot on Mactrast.com
Chris Rauschnot on Twitter
In episode 16, we break down more rumors about upcoming the iPhone and iPad releases and discuss why we couldn't switch to Android. Glenn explains how he uses email aliases, Ian gives his thoughts on why Apple Stock being low might be a good thing, and Chris tells us about shopping in a pre-Amazon era.
All the links: Amazon says sayonara to Flash ads
iPad Pro production rumors and speculations
iPhone 6S bend test
Samsung's Galaxy Test Drive
Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge +/Note 5 Sales Figures
Tim Cooks Statement on Apple Stock
The 1975 Sears Catalog
Dress That Man - Clothing from the 70s
Something of the week: Puzlook+ Camera case
Hitman Absolution - Elite Edition
iRig Mic Studio Review
Quick apologies for the quality of the audio. Due to some unexpected recording issues, Ian's mic sounds like crap... we promise to do better next week.
In episode 15, we cover Twitter's updates to direct messaging, big changes at Google (including the death of Google+, Hangouts getting a dedicated web presence, and Google's new parent company), the latest in Apple rumors, and some thoughts on Apple's automotive project.
We also discuss Force Touch and how it might work on iOS devices, dig into what age is appropriate to give kids technology, and how our first technology experienced shaped our relationship with the technology of today.
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All the important links: Twitter lifts 140 Character DM limit
Google Hangouts goes solo
ABCDEFGOOGLE...Alphabet
YouTube frees itself from Google+
New Apple TV Rumors via BuzzFeed and 9to5Mac
Alleged iPhone 6S/6S Plus Force Touch Diplays
iOS Force Touch Function Speculations
Apple's Automotive Endeavors
Kids and Technology
Something of the week: Atomick Headphones by iDeaUSA
Red Bull Yellow
Square Cash for iOS
MemoriesCable on Indiegogo
Showgoers - Watch Netflix With Friends
Bacon Goulash Recipe (courtesy of Mrs. Hauk ) * Slice bacon into bite size pieces and fry. * Cook approx 1 pound of pasta (usually a little bit less). * Add thin sliced onions to bacon once it's almost done. * Cook until onions are done. Once pasta is done, drain and put back in the pot. * Put bacon/onions into pasta with a little grease and mix. * Large can of whole tomatoes - crush them by hand and then mix into pasta mix. * Add one can (14oz) tomato sauce. * Add salt, pepper, garlic powder, basil and oregano. * Cook for about 10 minutes after it starts bubbling. DONE!
We're back at it for Episode 14, and discussing many things. We get the details of Apple Watch sales at Best Buy and possible other retailers, and discuss how US mobile carriers are restructuring plans and contracts to get more out from your wallet.
Chris tells us about going back to the 70s, and we discuss how some popular services, like "Beats One" and cord cutting are throwing back to a less technology filled era. We touch on more cord cutting tips and tricks to get the most of a comcast-free life.
Glenn breaks down how the tech industry's obsession with rumor reporting can damage the industry reputation, and how consumers should be wary of rumors.
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All the important links: Apple Watch available at Best Buy
T-Mobile adds Apple Music to Music Freedom
Verizon kills subsidies, restructures data plans
Hipster Bluetooth Vintage Phone
Wired: Cutting the Cord
The Cord Cutter Experience
Myths about Cord Cutting
Diary of a Cord Cutter
How to Cut the Cord & Ditch Cable
PC Magazine's Ultimate Cord Cutters Guide
Sling TV
Something of the week: Hollywood Game Night for iOS, $0.99
Pronto Smart Remote, $49.99 at Best Buy - More info: getpronto.com
Glenn: Angry Birds 2
What can we say... 13 is an unlucky number, and we were struck by it... after several failed attempts to record, the Macnificent team decided that episode 13 was just not meant to be, and so we're opting to skip 13, and wanted to take the opportunity to thank you, our listeners, and let you know that we'll be back and working like a well-oiled stripper next week!
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In episode 12, Chris Rauschnot joins us on the show.
Chris is a Technology, Travel, Food, Automotive and Events Blogger. Chris has been writing about Las Vegas since early 2005, but had visited and lives in the city for many years before that. He was recently chosen as a judge for consumer electronics, wireless technology and mobile payment soltuions by The Wireless Association CTIA.
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Chris writes for MacTrast.com, The Huffington Post, and The Mac Wizard
Apple blocks beta testers from leaving reviews on beta software
Apple releases Beta 4 of iOS 9
Apple release Beta 4 of El Capitan
Apple's first streaming service acquisition - Lala
Apple being investigated for price fixing with Apple Music
Jim Dalrymple calls it quits on Apple Music
Dave Mark defends Apple Music
Jim Dalrymple follow-up on Apple Music
Oddworld: Stranger's Wrath
Apple's Q3 Earnings
MacWorld & Macalope comment on Apple earnings
Onavo Extend for iOS
Something of the Week: Southpaw
Ant-man
Paribus
ToDo Movies 4
How Glenn became an "AppleCare certified" entitled punk
Apple Care Plus (and other device insurance options)
Is Apple Care worth it?
New Horizons Satellite snaps pictures of Pluto
Amazon Prime Day
New iPods
Virtual Reality & Gaming
iTunes Podcasting hits 10-year anniversary
How people listen to Podcasts
Somethings of the Week: Things for: iPhone | iPad | Mac
Pixelmator for iOS
Goat Simulator
ScenePast: Movie & TV Location Time Travel
Hammonds: Pigs-n-Taters Chocolate
In episode 10, we discuss:
Arby's BLT Commercial
New iPhone Commercials: Hardware/Software, Loved
iOS Public Beta
Safari Desktop Site Easter Egg
iTunes 12.2 - Multiple Output
AirPlay to multiple speakers
Apple Music
Reports of refreshed iPods
Microsoft releases Office 2016 for Mac
Chris' something of the week: "For You" feature in Apple Music
Ian's something of the week: Vinyl Me, Please (use this link and get a FREE bonus record with your 1st month's subscription)
Glenn's something of the week: Showtime App for Apple TV, iOS, and with Hulu membership
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In Episode 9, the guys of Macnificent discuss Apple's newest service, Apple Music. We take a look at Beats 1, Apple Music Connect, and the music curation and DJ's of Beats 1 - Zane Lowe, Julie Adenuga, and Ebro Darden. We talk more about Apple Music. Ian talks about the experience of using an iPad as a computer replacement.
Somethings of the Week: * Waze * Dreaming with Jeff Bridges * Dark Sky Weather App
In Episode 8, the guys of Macnificent discuss why using beta software is a double-edge sword. We look at Apple's marketing. We talk more about Apple Music. Ian discusses using an iPad as a computer replacement.
Samsung's wireless charging ad
Shot on iPhone ads
Case-mate Sheer Glam Watch Band
Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream on Amazon
Somethings of the Week: * Jorno Mobile Keyboard for iOS, Mac, PC * BatteryBox - Powers MacBook and mobile devices * Transcend JetDrive for MacBook Pro * Kiwi for Gmail * Nomad Stand for Apple Watch
In Episode 7, Glenn is back and we talk James Bond, iPhone rumors, iPad speculation, Our iPhone home screens, and Apple Music.
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Glenn's Home Screen
Chris' Home Screen
Ian's Home Screen
Somethings of the week:
Ian: Jurassic Park 1, 2, and 3 (bundle). $19.99
Chris: Power (for iPhone/Apple Watch). $0.99
Glenn: Twelve South Cases & Covers
Bonus Something: James Bond, the Complete Set on iTunes. $99.99
From OS X 10.11, El Capitan to iOS 9, and watchOS 2 to Apple Music, Chris and Ian weigh in on some of the most important changes and announcements that came from WWDC 2015.
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In Episode 5, Glenn and Chris return to the show to talk about predictions for WWDC 2015 and possible future Apple products.
Newsify
Overcast
Hitman: Sniper
In episode 4, Rob Shoesmith (@shoesmith81 on Twitter) joins Ian, while Chris and Glenn are away, to discuss Apple's role in fitness, the future of technology, and (obviously) Apple Watch.
In episode three of Macnificent…
- Chris quizzes Ian and Glenn about some Apple Watch stuff
- We discuss Apple Watches fitness tracking
- The future of Beats Music under Apple's reign
Something of the Week Links:
- Camera Plus
- Click Wheel Keyboard
- Grim Fandango Remastered
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In episode two of Macnificent...
- Ian shares his initial impressions of the Apple Watch
- We fantasize about the next-gen Apple TV
- Glenn questions Apple's next move with iPad.
In the pilot episode of Magnificent:
- Ian, Glenn, and Chris discuss the Apple Watch preorders
- We talk about the new (more colorful) MacBook
- Apple releases iOS 8.3 & Yosemite 10.10.3
- Apple TV gains HBO Now
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