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Chuck Joiner talks with the most interesting and influential people in the Mac industry, as well as the individuals who are out there making it happen on the front lines of the global Apple community.
Tim Cook made headlines with his, “We’re capitalists” statement at the Apple Shareholders Meeting. That might seem like an obvious thing, but the term has been politicized, and can lead to wrong conclusion. The panel of Peter Cohen, Mark Fuccio, Kelly Guimont, and host Chuck Joiner take on the subject in a discussion that covers why Apple is a […]
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The tech world is going crazy over the first announcements of foldable phones…but should it? The panel of Mark Fuccio, Andrew Orr, Brett Terpstra, and host Chuck Joiner discuss and debate the potential designs of a foldable phone, the challenges it would present for developers, and why augmented reality might be a better alternative. Should Apple get into the […]
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Our holiday gift guide shows wrap up with a MacVoices Live that was part-holiday party and part-gift picks, with some off-the-track discussions and lots of laughs thrown in. Providing the holiday cheer were Paul Burry, Michael E. Cohen, David Ginsburg, Kelly Guimont, and host Chuck Joiner. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Opsgenie by […]
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Our seventh Holiday Gift Guide show brings together the panel of Dr. Robert Carter, Jeff Gamet, and host Chuck Joiner to deliver what might be the most diverse set of picks yet! Accessibility to sports, graphic novel to audio gear, this panel has something for everyone. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Opsgenie by Atlassian.Your next incident doesn’t […]
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The MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #6 features picks for kids, for grown up kids, and picks for pets. Automation, audio, photography, and videography are also in the mix by a panel that comes off the rails several times. Hear what Jackie Dove, Charles Edge, and host Chuck Joiner selected. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Opsgenie by Atlassian.Your […]
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Our latest gift guide covers picks that cover the traveler, the tinkerer, the geek, and the intellectual. Books to hardware, games to photo gear, some great new picks with themes are presented by Josh Centers, Mike Potter, and host Chuck Joiner. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Opsgenie by Atlassian.Your next incident doesn’t stand a […]
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? The fourth Holiday Gift Guide panel featured photo and video utilities, portable power options, stocking stuffers, and a special recommendation that could save you $500 on a piece of photography gear if you act quickly. These and many more recommendations come from the panel of David Ginsburg, Jean MacDonald, Frederick Van Johnson, and host Chuck Joiner. This […]
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Yet another terrific holiday gift guide show with Andrew Orr, Mike Schmitz, and host Chuck Joiner. Some practical, some fun, but all worth considering for someone else…or for yourself. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Opsgenie by Atlassian.Your next incident doesn’t stand a chance. Sign up for a free account and add up to five team […]
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The MacJury of Mark Fuccio, David Ginsburg, Andrew Orr, and host Chuck Joiner held court to discuss their reactions to the October 30, 2018 Apple Event in Brooklyn. The new MacBook Air, a (finally) refreshed Mac mini, new iPads and Apple Pencil, and more saw the light of day. Find out what the panel found exciting, entertaining, and […]
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Apple has an education-focused event coming up in Chicago, so it was perfect timing that The MacJury convened to discuss the topic of education from a tech perspective. Apple’s performance in the market, questions over Google’s entry and intentions with their push into school tech, and whether students need more or less security/privacy were all […]
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The MacJury panel of Michael E. Cohen, Mark Fuccio, and host Chuck Joiner braved a blizzard of Skype issues to discuss their first weekend with Apple’s new smart speaker, the HomePod. Starting with the first music played and preferred test tracks, the group discusses the HomePod’s sound and design, comparing it with other devices they have and […]
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Our final Holiday Gift Guide for 2017 features some large, expensive items, some small, affordable items, some apps, some altruistic options, and more than a few surprises and laughs. From speakers to running gear, Macs to training, the picks are delivered by Tonya Engst, Frederick Van Johnson, and host Chuck Joiner. Today’s MacVoices is sponsored by eero, the […]
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Our holiday gift guide series rolls on with more great product picks. This time, the panel of Shelly Brisbin, Jim Tanous, and host Chuck Joiner not only provide their selections, but also discuss the privacy implications of one gift, the affordability of a timely pick, and an adult twist on on a holiday tradition. This edition of MacVoices is […]
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? This edition of our holiday gift guide features gift ideas that range from home automation to pet tech, drone gear to storage devices, iOS apps to outdoor gear. The panel of Charles Edge, Jean MacDonald, Steve Sande, and host Chuck Joiner name the picks and makes sure they are all color-coordinated. This edition of MacVoices is supported by our […]
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Our second holiday gift guide show got crazier than the first, and that’s no small feat. The panel of Bart Busschots, Joe Kissell, Brett Terpstra, and host Chuck Joiner pick items that include stocking stuffers, apps for the exercise enthusiasts, productivity hardware and software, and more than a few off-beat selections that we bet you haven’t thought of […]
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The holiday shopping season is closing in on us fast. To help get you started and take some pressure off, the first of our Holiday gift guide shows is here! The suggestions range from Apple products to things not related at all to Apple, geeky to mainstream, and services to software. The panel of Jeff […]
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The iPhone X comes with lots of questions, features, and capabilities, and The MacJury considered them all. From the benefits Apple can reap with their upgrade program, to the many click-bait issues surrounding the new phone, the panel of Josh Centers, Michael E. Cohen, and host Chuck Joiner examine the evidence, including their own experiences. Animoji, […]
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The MacJury convened to discuss their experiences with the Apple Watch Series 3, and how it is holding up against their expectations. The ability to use the Apple Watch as a dedicated phone and the costs associated with them, Siri having a voice, and the superior battery life are among the benefits of the newest […]
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Shortly after things wrapped up at Apple’s September 12 event, The MacJury convened to provide some thoughts on the many announcements, and the event itself. The first event at the new Steve Jobs Theater delivered some interesting changes in the presentation style along with new products. The panel discusses the Apple Watch Series 3 and […]
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Thanks to a discussion on the MacVoices Facebook Group, the MacJury convened to discuss the options available to anyone who wants to do voice queries and control Internet of Things devices. The panel of Allison Hartley, Kelly Guimont, Neal Pann, and host Chuck Joiner take a real-life look at choosing between the Amazon Echo, Google Home, and Siri-enabeled […]
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After having an opportunity to work with the MacBook Pro with Touch Bar for a few months, the MacJury panel of Jeff Carlson, Dr. Robert Carter, and Jeff Gamet convened to discuss their experiences. The panel examines the many controversies surrounding this machine and determine any of them were justified, including the choice of only USB-C ports, the […]
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MacPaw has a new idea in software sales and distribution called Setapp. Described as a “Netflix for software”, Setapp gives you access to (right now) over sixty different software packages for a low monthly subscription price. MacPaw CEO Oleksandr Kosovan joined MacJury panel members Jeff Gamet, Brett Terpstra and host Chuck Joiner to discuss how Setapp benefits both […]
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The great tech gift ideas just keep flowing with options that range from audio to wearables, video to travel gear, and repair essentials to health devices. Picking all of these, suggesting music to enjoy, and delivering style tips (yes, style tips) are the panel of Chuck La Tournous, David Ginsburg, Joe Kissell, and host Chuck Joiner. This […]
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Thought all the great gift ideas were gone? You would be wrong. Picks range from stocking stuffers to some that won’t fit under the tree..or in the living room. Virtual reality, iOS apps, headphones and games are all picked by the panel of Barry Fulk, Jackie Dove, John Voorhees, and host Chuck Joiner. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you […]
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Still looking for gift ideas this holiday season? The MacJury continues with the great ideas for great products to give or to get. From the anticipated to the totally unexpected, from the practical to the extravagant, the panel of Garry “Gazmaz” Malpas, Josh Centers, Mike Schmitz and host Chuck Joiner pick the best and the most unusual gifts […]
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The latest edition of The MacJury’s Holiday Gift Guide features discussions of home automation options, gear to carry other gear in, and products from Minnesota. Yes, Minnesota. Giving the nod to a piece of gaming hardware, a Bluetooth tracker and even an Apple product are the panel of Charles Edge, Julio Ojeda-Zapata, and host Chuck Joiner. […]
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The third installment in the MacJury’s holiday gift guide series includes some stocking stuffers, some big ticket items, and, as usual, some unexpected gems. From music to fitness, backups to video production, and how to be popular late at night at tech conferences, the panel of Jean MacDonald, Bart Busschots and host Chuck Joiner deliver the […]
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The second holiday gift pick MacJury got together to select some of the best presents to give and to get for the geek in your life. There are many different kinds of geeks…video geeks, travel geeks, even cooking and yoga geeks. This show covers them all, with the panel of Brett Terpstra, Victor Cajiao, Ewen Rankin and […]
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The MacJury convened a special session to contemplate the long-term implications of several happenings within Apple in the last week or so. Topics of discussion included the report that Apple will discontinue the Airport series of wireless routers, the elimination of Sal Soghoian’s position, pro hardware and software support and the impact of Apple’s secrecy on […]
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The holiday season is officially here with the first of our annual MacJury holiday gift guide panels. From iOS apps to audio gear, Apple products to legos, over sixteen terrific great recommendations for products to give or get some from the panel of Dr. Robert Carter, Peter Cohen, Kelly Guimont and host Chuck Joiner. This edition […]
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Subscription software has been a hot topic, and promises to be a hotter topic in the future. The MacJury takes on the questions surrounding the matter, examining it from both the customer and developer perspectives. The panel shares their personal reactions to the various subscription models, what makes them acceptable or detrimental, and how they […]
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Members of The MacJury convened after having varied, but adequate, amounts of time with their new iPhone 7 models to talk about their impressions. Some of the topics you might expect were evaluations of the camera, home button, lack of headphone jack and the two new color options. What you wouldn’t expect are discussions of […]
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After a few hours to contemplate the evidence, The MacJury convened to analyze and examine the announcements of Apple’s "See You On The 7th" event. Discussing the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus, The Apple Watch Series 2, Apple Watch Nike+, new Beats headphones, new camera technology, the loss of the earphone jack, the introduction […]
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The MacJury addresses the topic of music streaming services with a discussion of what features would be included in their perfect streaming services. The importance of components such as catalog depth, playlist creation and sharing, curation, discovery, voice control/Siri integration, and social media inclusion are evaluated by the panel of Peter Cohen, John Voorhees, and […]
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The MacJury convened at the request of one of its members to discuss the question of whether Apple has lost its sense of urgency. Entered into evidence were the matters of the Mac Pro, Apple Watch Apple Pencil support in productivity apps, the Mac mini, iPhone feature sets and much more. Considering the matter were […]
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The MacJury takes on the topic of streaming music with a look at what services they use, how they use them. and why. Surprisingly, streaming isn’t the only answer to their music consumption. The panel of Jeff Gamet, Kelly Guimont, Ken Ray and host Chuck Joiner also discuss why they still buy CDs (and it […]
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Members of The MacJury spent the first weekend with the new 9.7-inch iPad Pro, and got together to discuss their impressions and how it stacks up against its larger brother, and against the previous iPad Air 2. Configurations, Apple Pen support and why it isn’t just for artists, the new speaker system, consumption device vs. […]
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The MacJury takes on the announcements made by Apple at their March event, discussing the importance of a lower price for the Apple Watch, the new iPhone SE, and the new 9.7" iPad Pro. The pros, cons, and what the evolution of these devices means is covered by the panel of Jackie Dove, John Martellaro, […]
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The first MacJury of 2016 takes on a broad topic: what Apple needs to do better. Do they pay too much attention to the analysts and Wall Street? Are they spreading themselves too thin? Making too many mistakes? Is iTunes indicative of the problem? The many criticisms that have been directed at Apple, and some […]
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In what may be the last Gift Guide show of 2015, the panel of Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Steve Sande and Chuck Joiner deliver a wide variety of ideas that range from free to expensive, simple to complex, practical to frivolous, with some distinct iPad and digital photos themes. This edition of MacVoices is sponsored […]
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The third Gift Guide MacJury of the 2015 season got together to share some laughs and holiday gift ideas. Themes developed, but were not limited to, pets, photos, music and practicality with the panel of Jackie Dove, Chuck La Tournous, Jean MacDonald and host Chuck Joiner.
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The second MacJury gift guide of 2015 brings you another versatile set of holiday gift ideas to give or get. Whether you're into tech or fashion, eating or sleeping, the panel of Shelly Brisbin, Kelly Guimont, Brett Terpstra and host Chuck Joiner have some great ideas for you.
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The MacJury convenes the first of its holiday gift guide panels to help you select the best, most unusual, most unique gifts this holiday season. Whether you’re buying for family, friends or yourself, there is something here that will interest you, as selected by the panel of Peter Cohen, David Ginsburg, Joe Kissell, and host […]
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The MacJury convened to discuss their first weekend using the new iPad Pro. Some of the topics discussed by the panel of Charles Edge, John Martellaro, Don McAllister and host Chuck Joiner include the buying experience, how big is big and how it affects the experience, audio capability, favorite updated apps and external accessories, and […]
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The MacJury panel takes a look at their first few days with the new Apple TV. From the new Siri Remote to bottom line performance, there is a lot to like about the new device, but a few challenges along the way. Launch and delivery issues, the initial set-up procedure, the new interface, the new […]
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The MacJury of Dave Hamilton, Don McAllister, Steve Sande and host Chuck Joiner spent the weekend working with the newest iPhones, and share their observations and experiences. 3D Touch, the 4K video option, Live Photos as well as carrier financing and selection, future plans for this phone and more all go into the panel’s analysis […]
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In a suddenly confusing world of zero percent financing, trade-ins and contracts, The MacJury tries to make some sense of the many ways that one can buy an iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus. Do you want to trade in your phone? Is having a new iPhone on launch day important to you? Should you […]
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The MacJury spent the first weekend with iOS 9 working with some of their favorite features, getting used to the many changes and update Apple made to their mobile operating system. Topics on the docket included upgrading, Siri, the Application Switcher, the new ad blocking software option, and many of the other new features and […]
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The MacJury takes a look at the state of home automation and the Internet of Things, discussing what they have, what they want and why. Siri, the Amazon Echo and other hardware devices are included as the panel of Shelly Brisbin, Bret Terpstra and host Chuck Joiner try to balance expectations with costs and privacy […]
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The MacJury convenes a special session to examine the value of the Mac, OS X, and why there is more to buying and evaluating your computer platform and purchases than cost. Security, stability and privacy are all in play, along with included software, learning curves and investment in an existing platform. Find out what the […]
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With rumors of new iPads flying and a probable September Apple event, The MacJury take a look at the current crop of iPads, and what they both want and need in the next iteration. The size of the iPad, comparing them with each other and with their Mac laptop and iPhone counterparts, the camera, the […]
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The MacJury takes on the issue of royalty payments for the first three, free, months of the soon-to-be-launched Apple Music service. Who were they negotiating with? Were they negotiating with the right people? Does Taylor Swift really speak for the artists, for the labels, or just for herself? Was their a bad guy in the […]
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This is a MacVoices Update for June 2015. There are a number of things I want to tell you about as MacVoices moves forward and progresses. It has been too long since I did a MacVoices update, so here we go. First, There is now a MacVoices Channel on Vimeo, starting with our 2015 content, […]
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The MacJury takes on the subject of media discovery by first looking at music streaming vs. ownership, and how each member finds new music. Whether this is generational or simply a preference, how social media figures into the equation, and a debate over who is and isn’t a tastemaker lead into the second part of […]
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After living with Apple Watch for a few weeks, The MacJury discusses their experiences with the watch bands, apps and interface of the device. Notifications, glances, health tracking, third party apps and more are debated by the panel of Josh Centers, Michael E. Cohen and host Chuck Joiner. This edition of MacVoices is sponsored by […]
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Apple’s announcements at their Spring Forward event were varied and many. The MacJury evaluated the evidence and deliberates on the reduce price of the Apple TV and the exclusive deal with HBO, the innovations in the new MacBook and who will benefit from them, and all aspects of the Apple Watch. Find out why questions […]
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To close out 2014 and kick start 2015, The MacJury takes on the topic of where Apple goes from here. Tech is ever-changing and Apple has to do the same to survive and thrive. Each of Apple’s products is evaluated, with judgements passed on what needs to change and evolve. Part 2 of this special […]
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To close out 2014 and kick start 2015, The MacJury takes on the topic of where Apple goes from here. Tech is ever-changing and Apple has to do the same to survive and thrive. Each of Apple’s products is evaluated, with judgements passed on what needs to change and evolve. Configurations that should be dropped, […]
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Our final Gift Guide MacJury convened to wrap up ideas for the holiday season, with an eye toward last-minute shopping and difficult-to-buy-for people on your list. From items that you can order online to non-tech items, a social statement, and mobile computing, a broad range of products was covered by the panel of Peter Cohen, […]
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The MacJury’s fourth holiday gift guide has a bit of a twist: the panel (except for the host, of course) are from Europe. Does that affect their picks, or are geeks the same the world over? Find out holiday gifts to give or get, from camera gear to batteries, earphones to books and more are […]
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A whole new MacJury convened for our third Holiday Gift Guide show to deliver even more unusual, off-beat and wonderful gifts that you might want to give or get. Batteries, iOS accessories, training, and perhaps the strangest gift ever suggested are among the recommendations made by the panel of John F. Braun, Michael E. Cohen, […]
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The MacJury’s second holiday gift guide panel did their best to one-up their predecessors. Did they do it? From wearable gear to the Internet of Things, audio equipment to home security and more, we have another great set of unusual and sometimes off-beat gift ideas from the panel of Melissa Holt, Joe Kissell, Steve Sande […]
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A new MacJury convened to dig deep into the motivations behind and impact of some of Apple’s newest offerings, including the 5K iMac, the iPad Air 2 and Apple Pay. Find out why the 5K iMac is inspiring both lust and jealousy. Why the iPad Air 2 excites some and is seen as incremental by […]
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With Apple’s October 2014 product announcements in the books, The MacJury convened to judge not only the hardware the software, but also the delivery of Tim Cook, Craig Federighi and others. Display resolution, price, power, cameras and more were on the list of evidence. Find out who thought the announcements were good enough to place […]
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MacVoices Magazine is live! Find out why the most recent addition to the MacVoices Group is a must-read, how it is delivered and why Flipboard was selected as the platform. Show Notes: Chuck Joiner is the producer and host of MacVoices. You can catch up with what he’s doing on Twitter, Facebook, Google+, App.net and […]
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Whether you got up early on Friday to stand in line or had it delivered to you, the iPhone 6 was the highlight of the weekend for many, including members of The MacJury. From the size of the iPhone 6 Plus, to the enhanced camera features, to the initial performance of iOS 8, the panel […]
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As the smoke clears from Apple’s announcements at the Flint Center, The MacJury discusses the iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, Apple Pay and Apple Watch. Is this what we were waiting for? What will it mean to what devices you carry and/or wear, what you do with them and how you will buy more? There […]
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With all the buzz, The MacJury convened to discuss what is most wanted and most needed in the next iteration of Apple’s iPhone. No rumors here, just a serious examination of what we can realistically expect to see, and what is most important. Screen size, battery life, weight, materials and even the need for a […]
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The MacJury convenes to look two new pieces of hardware: Apple’s new lower-cost iMac and the Amazon Fire Phone. Who is the target market and why is now the right time for Apple to introduce a new, entry-level iMac? Can they make money at it? Will it succeed (whatever that means in today’s market)? Will […]
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In the second part of a a marathon deliberation session, The MacJury looks whether justice was served by the Apple v. Samsung verdict, patents, mobile phone operating systems, and why you should never trust the salesman. The members of this special panel include Mark Fuccio, John Martellaro, Ken Ray and host Chuck Joiner. (Part 2 […]
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The MacJury is back to look at the motivations and implications of the much talked-about, probable, maybe, could-be acquisition of Beats Music by Apple. We take a stroll down the speculation lane, examining the best and worst-case scenarios of this possibility, what it could mean for Apple’s music services, headphone market presence and overall rating […]
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Everyone loves product picks, so we’re going to make that a more regular thing on The MacJury. From the great outdoors to the great indoors, from sound to video and all points in between, a compelling set of hardware selections are named and discussed by the panel of Peter Cohen, Chuck La Tournous, Rob Walch […]
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Our final holiday MacJury delivered great gift picks to give or get, ranging from the inexpensive to the expensive, expected to unexpected, and all points in between. If you’re still looking for ideas (and when weren’t you), there’s still time to order almost everything on the list provided by Josh Centers, Wally Cherwinski, Greg Scown […]
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Another MacJury convened to discuss yet another round of holiday gifts to give and to get. Once again, they range from the sort-of-expected to the completely off-the-wall, and who better to deliver both than the panel of Mark Fuccio, Jim M. Tanous and John C. Welch. This edition of MacVoices is sponsored by Squarespace. Go […]
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Deep in the middle of the holiday gift season, ideas for cool and unique gifts can become sparse. No need to resort to socks or sweaters, though. The third edition of our MacJury gift panels have added to the list of great products and services you can give the geek in your life. From unique […]
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The second of our MacJury holiday gift panels convened just in time for the big shopping weekend, and deliver some…unique…picks. You’ll be both entertained and informed as the picks fly back and forth between Nancy Gravley, Michael T. Rose, Steve Sande and host Chuck Joiner. This edition of MacVoices is sponsored by Squarespace. Go to […]
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Need some exciting, new and different gift ideas this holiday season? The MacJury is on the case with a list of gifts that runs the gamut from expensive to affordable, practical to extravagant, and all points in between. The first of our holiday gift guides is presented by the panel of Jeff Gamet, Jean MacDonald, […]
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Even though the new iPad mini with Retina didn’t enjoy a launch event or even a pre-launch announcement, some members of the MacJury were on the case, and got to spend the weekend with the newest iPad. Why they picked the iPad mini over the iPad Air (or didn’t), their buying experience, configuration, uses, cases […]
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Is the new MacBook Pro with Retina display really worth the money? That’s the latest question taken up by The MacJury, all who have opted to go pro with their laptops. Which configurations selected and why, some diverse experiences in migrating to the new machines, observations on performance, and what they are doing with all […]
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After spending a weekend with Apple’s new iPad Air, The MacJury convened to discuss their experiences. Buying, configuration choices, initial impressions of speed, camera improvements, size, charging and more are covered by the panel of Jeff Carlson, David Chartier and host Chuck Joiner. This edition of MacVoices is sponsored by Smile, the makers of the […]
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As the dust cleared from Apple’s October 22 event featuring the iPad Air, updates to the MacBook Pro and more, The MacJury convened to look at some of the larger issues surrounding those announcements. The effects of a fee-free Mavericks on adoption and software valuation, contrasting iPad and Microsoft Surface announcements, and the reaction to […]
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After a weekend when Apple sold 9 million iPhones, The MacJury convened to discuss their own experiences with the top-of-the-line, the iPhone 5s. Topics of discussion include the security the fingerprint scanner offers, the enhanced camera with slo-mo, the faster A6 chip, and of course, what color everyone wanted vs. what they got. Covering all […]
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After a long, hard day of journalistic effort, we corralled part of the TidBITS brain trust to analyze Apple’s announcement of the iPhone 5c and iPhone 5s. The topics ranged from the art-deco colors of the 5c to the A7 chip that powers the 5s. Along the way, the panel had strong opinions about slo-mo […]
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The MacJury starts out examining the debate between open and closed, and end up discussing the television programming options of the future. Along the way, a healthy debate between the benefits and costs of iOS vs. Android, whether there really is a “lock-in” for either program, and more are bantered about by Peter Cohen, Weldon […]
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A little while ago, we looked at what we want, need and expect to see for iOS at Apple’s World Wide Developers Conference. This time, we take a look at what our panel wants, needs and expects to see for the Mac OS. Whether the Mac OS is mature and has no where to go […]
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With WWDC just around the corner, The MacJury gets geeky in some places as it takes a look at the needs, wants and expectations for the next version of the iOS. Side loading of apps, sharing documents among apps and de-krufting iOS are part of the conversation. But it doesn’t stop there. Issues with the […]
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The MacJury starts with a unique, real-world example of iPhone accessibility before diving into the most recent tApple earnings call. Rather than just re-state what you’ve already heard, however, the jurors examine Apple’s supply chain and iMac announcement decisions, the pressure on their product release cycle, and how it all fits in to Apple’s longer-term […]
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The most recent MacJury debated the utilities of the Mailbox app mailbox and discussed the usefulness and longevity of RSS, especially as it relates to the soon-to-be gone Google Reader. Online identities, SEO and Kevin Lynch’s move from Adobe to Apple were part of the deliberations with Peter Cohen, Dori Smith, Brett Terpstra and host […]
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The MacJury recently convened to discuss the recent changes and updates to the software delivery and licensing models of Microsoft for Office and Adobe for the Creative Suite components. The benefits and challenges of software as a service in general, and in these two cases in particular, are examined, the pricing evaluated, and how users […]
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It was so much fun the first time, we decided to do it again. A second MacJury panel takes on the question of holiday gifts and delivers yet another eclectic and intriguing set of picks that include both tech and non-tech options. It isn’t too late to get some great gift picks from the panel […]
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With the holiday season in full swing, The MacJury takes a break from the serious topics to deliver a truly eclectic set of suggestions for those on your gift list. Whether a serious geek or with no tech interest at all, your gift-giving problems are solved by the panel of Melissa Davis, Weldon Dodd, Jeff […]
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After spending a weekend using and experimenting with the iPad mini, members of The MacJury gathered to discuss the size, screen, and camera of Apple’s newest tablet. Is the iPad mini just another tablet, or does it represent the future of the iPad line? Where does it shine, and where does it fall down? Is […]
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After the dust settled from Apple’s stunning round of product announcements, The MacJury convened to discuss, analyze and pass judgement on the newest iteration of the iPad, the new iPad mini, and the newly redesigned iMac and Mac mini. Testimony is taken on prices, sizes, feature sets and Fusion Drives by the panel of Tonya […]
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After spending a couple days with the bright, shiny new iPhone 5, members of The MacJury convened to share and compare experiences with each other and you. Discussing the new size and form factor, the new Lightning connector, the new EarPod headphones, the speed of the processor and how it affects real-world use, battery life, […]
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Members of the MacJury assembled virtually from some very different and unique locations under sometimes adverse circumstances to discuss and dissect the (almost) $1.5 billion verdict awarded to Apple in their patent suit against Samsung. Aspects of the verdict covered included the speed of the decision, the fact that Apple was not cited for any […]
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iPhone 5 anticipation is reaching fever pitch, and rumors are rampant. The MacJury attempts to introduce some sanity to the discourse by looking at what its members want to see in the next version of the iPhone, and what the device will need to complete, not just at introduction, but throughout its lifespan. Size, power, […]
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Members of The MacJury convened to compare notes and share their first impressions of the newest Mac OS, Mountain Lion, less than 48 hours after release. Their experiences demonstrate the importance of multiple backups when performing a major upgrade, even if the upgrade itself is flawless. The bumps in the road, application upgrades, favorite features, […]
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The MacJury waited 24 hours before convening to discuss the announcement of Microsoft’s Surface tablet. Call it a cooling off period. Or a priming-the-pump period. Whatever. This serious-but-fun discussion covers not only the Surface itself, with all of its unanswered questions, but also thoughts on the event itself, and why Microsoft made the choices they […]
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Less than an hour after Tim Cook wrapped up the keynote address for Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference 2012, The MacJury convened to discuss hardware and software announcements, their picks for the most useful or interesting, and some general discussion on the event. Get the scoop from the panel of Jean MacDonald, Ian Schray and host […]
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In the last few weeks, the options for cloud storage have exploded, but with minimal diversity. Are some options better than others? Who owns the data you upload to the cloud? How does each service perform? Who do you trust? These and other cloudy issues are pondered and discussed with humor, caution, and maybe a […]
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