MacVoices: Recent Episodes
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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.
The MacVoices Live! panel discusses Apple’s claims of saving users billions through App Store fraud prevention, questioning the methods and statistics behind the figures. They explore the implications for developers, consumer safety, and legal battles like Epic. Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, and Jeff Gamet also cover the new self-repair option for iPads, skepticism over third-party repairs, and Apple’s acquisition of the game developer behind Sneaky Sasquatch—hinting at a potential new direction in Apple’s gaming strategy.
In this Road to Macstock Conference and Expo conversation we welcome longtime speaker Kirschen Seah to discuss her upcoming session, Passkeys Demystified. Kirschen explains the promise of passkeys as a more secure, user-friendly alternative to passwords, and why adoption has been slower than expected. She shares insights into how passkeys work using public key cryptography, addresses common concerns about biometric data, and outlines how password managers like Apple Keychain and 1Password integrate with the system. With real-world scenarios and practical examples, Kirschen aims to help attendees confidently adopt passkeys and understand the evolving standards behind them.
Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, and Web Bixby discuss the black market for stolen iPhones, focusing on how even locked devices are shipped overseas and dismantled for parts—a revelation that challenges assumptions about smartphone security. The conversation then turns to Neal Stephenson’s thought-provoking ideas on coexisting with artificial […]
Mike Schmitz returns to the Road to Macstock Conference and Expo to discuss his session, “Think Different: Using AI as Your Creative Copilot.” He explains how he uses AI not to automate the end product, but to enhance the early stages of the creative process—particularly brainstorming and idea generation. By reframing “hallucinations” as sparks of inspiration, Mike shares how large language models help overcome creative bottlenecks, reduce friction, and support consistency without sacrificing originality. He also highlights specific tools that allow independent creators to scale their reach more effectively and thoughtfully.
Our conversation with MacPaw’s Senior Software Engineer Serhii Popov and Product Manager Pavlo Haidamak continues to explore the intersection of product development, ethical data practices, and user trust. The team shares their experience building CleanMyMac and Setapp, emphasizing the importance of transparency, responsible data handling, and thoughtful feature design—like their decision to bring back the Space Lens module after unexpected user outcry. With real-world examples, they unpack how customer feedback and cultural perspectives inform their work, and why they believe developers should treat users as collaborators—not data sources.
Senior Software Engineer Serhii Popov and Product Manager Pavlo Haidamak, both of MacPaw, offer an inside look at how CleanMyMac is built with user trust, transparency, and security at the forefront. They discuss how evolving regulations like GDPR and Apple’s system restrictions have changed the way software is developed, tested, and updated. The conversation explores balancing user control with ease of use, why informed permission requests matter, and how user feedback directly shapes product improvements. With examples from their own workflows and challenges, they highlight what it means to build responsible software in an age of heightened privacy concerns.0:09 Introduction to MacPaw's Perspective (Part 1)
We wrap up our NAB Show 2025 coverage with Terry Morgan and Caroline Scott of Luma Touch, who share insights on how AI is being integrated into video editing without stifling creativity. While AI offers efficiency, concerns remain about homogenized content and the loss of personal storytelling. They emphasize the importance of editorial choices that bring emotion and uniqueness, warning against over-reliance on AI-generated results.
Conference organizer Mike Potter joins us for a special live Road to Macstock Conference and Expo update on the news at the one-month-and-counting mark. Updates include an extended hotel block, session updates, and community-focused surprises. He explains how the “hallway track” and casual meetups define the event’s spirit, while new tech upgrades promise smoother production. Attendees can expect workshops, evening mixers, and the return of the Mac Geek Gab live show—all fostering connection and creativity.
In the final installment of the MacVoices Live! WWDC 2025 coverage, the panel explores Apple’s latest innovations across Maps, Apple Music, live translation, and Vision Pro. Discussions include the practical benefits of pinned playlists and AutoMix, personalized navigation in Maps, and the long-awaited shared spatial experiences in Vision Pro. Chuck Joiner, Brittany Smith,Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs also touch on translation through AirPods, Continuity upgrades, and new input options for Vision Pro like styluses and VR controllers.
In part two of the WWDC 2025 keynote discussion, the MacVoices Live! panel dives deeper into hands-on impressions of Apple’s latest OS betas and features. Highlights include the enthusiasm around call screening and hold assist, improvements to multitasking and UI unification, and Apple Watch additions like Workout Buddy and wrist flick gestures. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsbug, Brittany Smith, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs also examine a new focus on gaming, privacy-focused on-device AI, and new Shortcuts automations on the Mac. (Part 2)
The MacVoices Live! panel took on the task of analyzing Apple’s WWDC 2025 keynote, focusing on meaningful updates across iPadOS, Vision Pro, macOS, and iOS. Discussions included the new Liquid Glass interface, cross-platform consistency, and practical enhancements driven by Apple Intelligence. Panelists Chuck Joiner, David Ginsbug, Brittany Smith, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs debated the usefulness of iPad improvements, praised the Preview app’s arrival on more devices, and examined accessibility implications. Before all that, the group paid tribute to Bill Atkinson, recognizing his pivotal role in Apple’s legacy.
At NAB Show 2025, Mario Ponce, Senior Specialist, Market Development for Shure showcases two innovative microphones: the MoveMic 88+, a wireless stereo condenser mic with selectable polar patterns and app-based control, and the MV7i, a dynamic mic that doubles as an audio interface with onboard DSP and dual mic capability. Both are designed for mobile creators and podcasters, offering versatility, portability, and pro-grade sound in compact form factors.
A Georgia hospital showcases Apple technology in patient care, using iPads, iMacs, and Apple Watches to improve access, security, and communication. The panel of Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, and Web Bixby also discusses potential impacts of cuts to audiobook and e-book lending programs in U.S. libraries due to federal funding changes, highlighting concerns about access for rural communities, students, and those who rely on digital formats.
On The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo Allison Sheridan previews both her workshop and her session. Her main talk focuses on how everyone has something valuable to contribute, while her workshop explores the advanced capabilities of Apple Photos on the Mac. Both sessions reflect her passion for empowering others through technology and developing community.
As WWDC approaches, MacVoices Live! panelists Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden and Jeff Gamet discuss Apple’s surprising decision to skip John Gruber’s Talk Show for the first time in a decade. They debate whether it’s retaliation for past criticism, a desire for tighter message control, or a signal of reduced event value. Opinions vary on the implications for both Apple and Gruber, while speculation builds over WWDC’s keynote length, AI announcements, and Apple’s overall messaging strategy.
Katie Fawkes and Doc Rock from Ecamm join The Road to Macstock Conference & Expo to discuss how video has become essential in both personal and professional life. They share their excitement about sponsoring and presenting at Macstock, offering hands-on demos, conversations, and practical advice. From remote church services to family memorials, they highlight how easy it is to create meaningful content with tools like Ecamm, and why video is now accessible to everyone—no tech background required.
On the NAB Show floor in Las Vegas Resilio Chief Marketing Officer Adam Kranitz introduces Resilio Active Everywhere, a powerful tool that helps creative teams move large video and media files quickly and securely. Whether working from home, in the field, or across multiple studios, Resilio ensures smooth, fast sharing without delays. It’s built to handle big projects while keeping things simple, secure, and compatible with your existing setup.
Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, and Web Bixby evaluate a report ranking Apple Pay fifth among global payment methods, questioning its methodology and the omission of key usage metrics. They also explore Apple’s upcoming $300M Formula 1 film release, noting its IMAX expansion and apparent shift in Apple’s theatrical distribution policy. Conversations range from payment habits to movie production.
This Road to Macstock Conference and Expo has a familiar face: David Ginsburg has been a consistent presence at Macstock since the conference started up. Dave previews his presentation on Apple screen capture tools, highlighting apps like Snagit, Camtasia, and CleanShot X with an emphasis on practical use cases, cross-platform support, and integration with video workflows.
At NAB Show in Las Vegas, Casper Hanney, the Founder of Ghost Kits introduces a hybrid Wi-Fi router and cellular hotspot designed for camera-to-cloud workflows. Compatible with any Wi-Fi-enabled camera or device, Ghost Kits ensures seamless cloud uploads—even in remote areas—by automatically switching networks. With flexible data plans, 6–12 hour battery life, and pre-orders now open, it’s a versatile tool for modern video production.
The panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Mark Fuccio, and Brittany Smith discusses Audible’s rollout of AI-generated audiobook narration, debating its impact on accessibility, job displacement, and listener experience. They also explore Amazon and Netflix’s use of AI in advertising, increasing interruptions during streaming. A warning is issued about Meta requiring users to re-opt-out of AI data use, and the group closes with insights on evolving media habits and tech frustrations.
The May 2025 MacVoices Update touches on some MacVoices Live! show feedback and how it fits in with the show’s objectives and why you should attend Macstock Conference and Expo. How the show schedule has been evolving and the month’s Support Report concludes the update.
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Mark Fuccio, and Brittany Smith break down Adobe’s new Creative Cloud Pro subscription, which lowers the monthly price by excluding generative AI features. They compare its value for individuals and enterprise users, discuss Adobe’s long-term strategy, and weigh the pros and cons of subscription models. The conversation shifts to Elgato’s introduction of a virtual Stream Deck, its limitations, and how tools like Keyboard Maestro can automate tasks and streamline workflows—no hardware required.
On this stop on The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo we pick up a first time speaker for the event. Chris Cook shares her journey as a blind tech instructor and advocate for accessibility, and previews her talk on empowering blind and low vision Mac users through a range of inclusive software tools. Chris emphasizes how accessible technology benefits everyone and encourages greater awareness and proactive approaches to digital inclusion.
At NAB Show in Las Vegas, Co-Founder and COO Marcelo Moyano and CBO Sandra Dever from StreamVoodoo introduce Voodoo Spatial, a tool that enables live streaming and playback of spatial video from iPhone 15 Pro to Apple Vision Pro. Their solution emphasizes high quality, ease of use, and accessibility, allowing users to experience immersive video across devices. The discussion highlights spatial video’s creative potential, production techniques, and cross-platform compatibility.
The MacVoices panel dives into the latest developments in the ongoing Epic vs. Apple legal dispute, and even had a little breaking news at recording time. The discussion then shifts to Apple’s updated Sports app and its personalized newsletter, highlighting user experiences and subscription quirks. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, and Mark Fuccio also review a RevenueCat study suggesting that allowing web-based purchases may hurt conversion rates. A broader conversation explores trust, convenience, and security in choosing between App Store and third-party purchases across both macOS and iOS platforms.
The latest Road to Macstock Conference and Expo digs into AI and a presentation by Marty Jencius that will that focuses on Apple Intelligence and the practical integration of AI in education and productivity workflows. Drawing from his experience as an educator and technologist, Marty discusses how AI tools like ChatGPT can be tailored for better, safer results by feeding them curated, domain-specific content. He emphasizes the shift from one-off prompts to ongoing dialogue with AIs and highlights the importance of adapting teaching models to incorporate these evolving tools.
At NAB Show in Las Vegas, Jim Tierney, Chief Executive Anarchist of Digital Anarchy joins Chuck to debut “Effit,” a Premiere Pro plugin that uses transcription to auto-bleep profanity in video and caption files. He also shares updates to Flickr Free and Beauty Box, discussing the benefits and limitations of AI in professional video workflows. While AI is improving, Jim emphasizes it’s still a tool—not a replacement—for skilled human work.
Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner explore new Apple TV+ content, including a long-awaited Peanuts musical, the Brad Pitt-led F1 film, and culinary docuseries Knife Edge. They reflect on the emotional arc of Shrinking Season 2, the ending of Mythic Quest, and what’s next for Foundation. Charlotte also announces her upcoming book, Streaming Wars, examining the evolution of modern entertainment.
On The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo, Brittany Smith previews her workshop on simplifying social media posting through automation. She explains practical ways to streamline workflows using tools like Keyboard Maestro, combining personalization with efficiency while reducing distractions and technical fear. The conversation highlights adaptable strategies for customizing content across platforms without requiring coding skills.
At NAB Show 2025, Shubh Jagani, Head of Enterprise Product for OpusClip, introduces Opus Search, a powerful tool that analyzes creators’ entire content archives, connects them to current trends, and makes everything searchable and monetizable. Designed for enterprise-level creators, it automates discovery, reframing, captioning, and scheduling—turning old content into fresh revenue opportunities.
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet engage in a lively, unscripted conversation, looking at how Apple user groups have evolved over time. Once central to learning and community-building, these groups now face new challenges—from shifting tech habits to digital alternatives like Zoom, Discord, and online meetups. The panel shares personal experiences, celebrates the value these groups brought, and explores how the spirit of community can still thrive in modern formats.
In a wide-ranging discussion, the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet explores the implications of newly elected Pope Leo XIV wearing an Apple Watch and his comments on AI as a societal challenge. The conversation shifts to SoundCloud’s updated terms allowing AI training on user content, raising ethical concerns about creator rights and compensation. They also unpack the cultural ripple effect of Grand Theft Auto VI’s delayed release and discuss how both religion and entertainment are being reshaped by evolving technology.
At NAB Show 2025, Thomas Ribreau, Chief Product Officer and Co-Founder for Cyme demos the features of Peakto, a local AI-powered media asset management tool. Peekto allows users to search video and photo content by text, metadata, facial recognition, and timeline. It integrates with tools like Final Cut and Adobe Premiere, supports secure local and remote sharing, and offers collaborative editing—all without cloud dependency.
The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo takes us to first-time speaker Mike Burke, who discusses his presentation on “digital mise en place”—a method for organizing digital workflows before beginning creative tasks. Inspired by both culinary prep and The Checklist Manifesto by Atul Gawande , Mike outlines how he will share thoughts on structured folder systems and automation tools like Keyboard Maestro to improve productivity and aid future collaboration.
The panel explores the enhanced AirTag sharing feature reinforcing Apple’s privacy-first approach while maintaining functionality. The conversation shifts to the growing dissatisfaction with Google Search, driven by irrelevant results and ad saturation. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet discuss how tools like ChatGPT, DuckDuckGo, and Copilot are changing the way users search for information, with an emphasis on smarter querying and better results. They reflect on how search habits have evolved in an age of information overload, where the real skill is knowing how—and where—to look.
This MacVoices Live! discussion starts with Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet examining another piece of app store legislation, questioning its logic, potential impact, and the recurring influence of major players like Epic and Spotify. They explore the rumor of iPhone 17 price increases, debating whether tariffs, manufacturing shifts, or strategic messaging are driving the narrative. Wrapping up, the panel provide a PSA on Apple’s shift away from legacy HomeKit architecture in iOS 19, including what users should check to stay compatible.
The Road to Macstock Conference & Expo finds its way to Brian Flanagan-Arthurs, who will present “Automate, But Don’t Take Shortcuts,” focusing on accessible, time-saving automation tools built into Apple devices. He will focus on simple automations, routines, and smart device usage that reclaim time and support better learning, productivity, and health—without overwhelming complexity. The session will also explore how automation and AI shape education and the future workplace.
At NAB Show 2025, MapCreator showcased powerful new integrations that bring live data and map creation directly into newsroom systems like EPS and Adobe. Features include wildfire tracking, real-time updates, and customizable locator maps. CEO Robbert Klaver discusses how the new personal plan opens access to individual creators, making broadcast-quality mapping more accessible for YouTubers and small teams.
The panel analyzes Tim Cook’s recent comments on Siri and Apple Intelligence from the latest earnings call, debating whether Apple overpromised on AI capabilities. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet also revisit Apple’s discontinued router line and the likelihood of a comeback in today’s competitive market. The episode wraps with a discussion about Duolingo’s decision to replace human content creators with AI, exploring both the potential educational value and the broader implications for language learning and job displacement.
At NAB Show 2025, Insta360 showcases the Connect, a smart all-in-one conference camera with dual 4K lenses, AI-powered speaker tracking, whiteboard enhancement, gallery view, and advanced audio capabilities. Designed for simplicity, it supports major platforms like Zoom and Teams, requires no extra hardware, and prioritizes privacy by recording nothing internally. Qibiao Liu, Industry Business Development Manager for Insta360 delivers the impressive demo.
On The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo Brett Terpstra previews his upcoming talk on Mastodon, highlighting its benefits over traditional social media platforms. He provides some thoughts on how to choose the right server, migrate accounts, and even host your own instance for better control. The session aims to guide users through Mastodon’s structure and community, helping them get the most out of the platform while eliminating confusion. Brett also shares why he’s left most other platforms behind in favor of Mastodon and Facebook.
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet continue the of discussion the latest developments in the Epic vs. Apple legal battle. Adding to the court order is a recent interview with Epic CEO Tim Sweeney and his portrayal of his company as a defender of developers and seemingly contradictory statements about Apple vs. Epic’s ambitions. and scrutinizes his recent interview. Thoughts on whether average users will even notice the changes and what comes next are topped off by Meta’s entry into the platform power debate.
The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet analyze the latest developments in the Epic vs. Apple lawsuit, focusing on Judge Gonzalez’s criticism of Apple’s failure to enable alternate payment options in good faith. Allegations of perjury against an Apple executive and the company’s strategic missteps take center stage. The group debates Apple’s App Store fee structure, the role of government oversight, and whether developers will embrace the new rules or remain cautious.
On the show floor at NAB we got to connect with our old friend Oliver Breidenbach, CEO of Boinx Software and mimoLive. Oliver catches us up on what’s new in mimoLive, including Zoom integration and a new free evaluation license ideal for creators, educators, and mobile journalists. The platform now offers advanced video compositing, flexible formats, and real-time remote production capabilities. Updates to other Boinx products like FotoMagico also continue under a subscription model for rapid innovation.
The MacVoices Live! panel critiques Roku’s intrusive ad tactics, including pop-ups during device startup, and debates the value of a cheaper Apple Vision Pro. Concerns over marketing overload, branding fatigue, and the role of eye-display tech in mixed reality are explored. Humor, frustration, and insights collide as Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet group weighs tech advancement against user experience and consumer respect.
At NAB Show 2025, we connected with Terri Morgan, Co-Founder and Principle Designer and Caroline Scott, Content Creation Specialist, both from Luma Touch. Terry and Caroline about the joy and accessibility of mobile video editing using LumaFusion. Caroline shares her journey from broadcast journalism to training global storytellers. They discuss vertical video, evolving storytelling formats, and the creative freedom modern tools offer, making professional editing more approachable than ever.
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, and Jim Rea explore the new Beats Pill speaker color exclusives at Target and Walmart, consider the value of paying for Apple Intelligence, and critique Siri’s limitations. Discussions turn to competing AI tools like Perplexity, ChatGPT, and Microsoft Copilot, comparing user experiences and privacy concerns. Apple’s privacy-first approach is praised, but its AI progress is a concern when viewed against its competition.
A panel member's story highlights how the Apple Watch detected AFib, potentially saving a life and gaining medical validation. The panel then discusses Tim Cook’s role in securing tariff exemptions, raising ethical questions around corporate influence. EU fines against Apple also come under scrutiny by the panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, and Jim Rea, with debate over fairness, enforcement, and political motivation. Multiple perspectives explore the intersection of tech, policy, and accountability.
At NAB Show 2025, OBSBOT showcased the upgraded Tail 2 camera, featuring 5x optical and 12x total zoom, improved AI tracking, integrated I/O ports, and a rotating lens for full-resolution vertical video. It offers 4K60 video, six-hour battery life, and NDI support, making it a powerful all-in-one solution for mobile and studio streaming.
The MacVoices Live! panel discusses Blue Sky’s new checkmark system, the relevance of verification, and an iCloud lawsuit involving lost data due to advanced data protection. They highlight hidden Apple Easter eggs, debate Google’s reversal on cookie deprecation, and cover Vision Pro rumors. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, and Marty Jencius also touch on cybersecurity practices and updates on upcoming tech events and projects.
The April 2025 update highlights new content from the NAB Show and recognition as a top computer podcast by MillionPodcasts. Upcoming plans include the Road to Macstock event and possible reductions in presence on lesser-used social media platforms.
At NAB Show 2025, Saramonic introduced the Ultra 2.4 GHz wireless audio system, featuring 32-bit float recording, time code synchronization, IPX5 water resistance, and wide device compatibility. The Ultra offers exceptional range, direct app and touchscreen control, and camera presets, and optional Sony MI Shoe support for seamless digital audio. Joe Nassar, USA Brand Marketing Manager for Saramonic, delivers the tour.
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, and Web Bixby discuss discuss Meta blocking Apple Intelligence on iOS apps, raising concerns about AI platform restrictions and user privacy. The panel examines Google’s repeated monopoly rulings, its dominance in ad tech, and AI partnerships. Synology’s new policy requiring branded drives for high-end NAS devices sparks debate over user choice, costs, and alternatives.
The panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, and Eric Bolden discuss Tim Cook’s strategic influence in securing tariff exemptions, highlighting his low-key leadership style focused on Apple’s interests. They explore updates to Apple’s Sports app, praising its clean interface and new sharing features. The conversation shifts to Meta’s redaction failure in a legal case, questioning whether it was incompetence or intentional, and emphasizing the importance of proper document security.
At NAB Show 2025, Donovan Davis, Product Specialist for Osmo for DJI showcases the Osmo Mobile 7 gamble with a new tracking module that works with any app, built-in tripod, lighting controls, and 10-hour battery life. The DJI Mic Mini offers compact wireless audio with Bluetooth and receiver options. The RS-4 Mini gimbal supports both smartphones and mirrorless cameras, featuring customizable controls, gesture tracking, and 13-hour battery life.
Apple TV+ earns two Peabody nominations for powerful documentaries “Bread and Roses” and “The Last of the Sea Women,” but hosts Chuck Joiner and Charlotte Henry express frustration over Apple’s poor promotion of its content. They praise Apple’s overall documentary quality yet note how many shows go under the radar. The conversation also covers the wrap of “Severance” season two, the final season of “Mythic Quest,” and news of a controversial season four of “Ted Lasso.”
The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, and Web Bixby explores the implications of Shutterstock licensing its content for AI avatar training, raising concerns about usage rights and fair compensation for contributors. They discuss ChatGPT’s new memory feature, privacy in AI-based healthcare, and how evolving tech impacts user consent. The episode also touches on image sharpening tools and a security risk, unusual pricing models, and the re-introduction of Microsoft’s data recall feature.
A mix of national security, tech glitches, and policy debates drives this discussion with Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, and Web Bixby, starting with a case where iPhone contact merging was blamed for a classified information leak. The group questions the logic behind that defense and dives into how apps like Signal and iOS handle contact data. Additional topics include Apple Store sales surges tied to tariff fears, the UK’s encryption fight with Apple, and Zuckerberg’s testimony in Meta’s antitrust trial.
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius and Web Bixby discuss the rise of AI-powered virtual companions and their potential roles in therapy and social interaction, especially via Apple Vision Pro. They explore concerns around emotional dependency and AI hallucination risks. Also covered is a new immersive video utility for Vision Pro content creators and a $5B lawsuit over digital book licensing, highlighting ownership confusion of digital media.
In Las Vegas we sat down with Karen Chupka, EVP of Global Connections and Events of NAB Show to discuss the global scope, educational value, and rapid evolution of the event. From hands-on training to cutting-edge tech like AI and cloud virtualization, NAB Show supports storytellers at every level. With 60,000 attendees and diverse industry representation, NAB continues to adapt to trends shaping the future of media creation and distribution.
The MacVoices Live! panel explores Apple’s new on-device approach to training Apple Intelligence, emphasizing privacy by keeping analysis on-device. They contrast this with data-hungry models from other companies and discuss whether Apple’s method can catch up in functionality while maintaining its core values. Reactions range from hopeful curiosity to cautious skepticism about its future impact. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius and Web Bixby also react to Mythic Quest’s cancellation, praising Apple’s rare decision to allow a reshot finale for proper closure.
At NAB Show 2025, Rob Walch of Libsyn discusses podcasting trends, gear updates, and Libsyn’s new faith-based ad channel. He shares insights on monetization strategies, true crime’s continued rise, and upcoming platform features for creators.
The MacVoices Live! panel discusses the fallout from 23andMe’s bankruptcy and data concerns, Discord’s controversial ad rollout, and the implications of AI-powered Amazon Alexa+. Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Jim Rea also explore the importance of controlling your digital footprint, redacting social content, and how companies handle user data as well as why social platforms’ user experiences matter more than ever.
A six-year criminal case is cracked thanks to data recovered from a SIM card in an iPad found in the Thames. Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Jim Rea dive into that story before looking at Severance Season 2, its layered storytelling, and expectations for Season 3. Other […]
GM’s crackdown on an aftermarket CarPlay retrofit sparks another discussion over customer choice, data ownership, and the broader right-to-repair movement. Panelists Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Jim Rea criticize GM’s control over vehicle customization and note rising EV sales despite backlash. The conversation also briefly looks ahead […]
The MacVoices Live! panel of Dave Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Jim Rea discuss the controversial book Careless People by Sarah Wynn-Williams, detailing internal issues at Facebook and the Streisand effect of its attempted suppression. Other topics include Apple’s patent victory, changes to the Apple Card network, and the new lossless audio feature exclusive to USB-C AirPods Max. A unique magnetic charging stand for headphones also gets a shout-out.
Chuck ditched his old malfunctioning iPad mini case for a sleek new Speck Balance Folio case. He reviews what was so bad about the old case and why this new case offers so much more. From a bold color choice to an Apple Pencil holder, a secure latch to camera protection, the Speck Balance Folio offers a great feature/cost balance.
Amazon is shifting away away from on-device processing for Alexa, both raising and re-igniting privacy concerns. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flaingan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Jim Rea explore tools for deleting old social media posts in light of changing norms and AI training risks. Other topics include AI tools refusing to assist programmers, content ownership in the digital age, and Sonos dropping plans for a streaming box. Privacy, control, and tech ethics take center stage in a wide-ranging conversation.
Should the Apple Vision Pro qualify as a wearable? Chuck Joiner, Brittany Smith, David Ginsburg, Brian Flaingan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Mark Fuccio, Web Bixby, and Jim Rea debate the issue, with most agreeing it does, though it’s unlike traditional wearables such as the Apple Watch. They also discuss Sonos canceling its rumored TV streaming box, viewing it as a smart move in a crowded market. Ideas are shared about how Sonos could better integrate home audio and video without competing directly with Apple or Roku, and some of the challenges of setting up a home theater.
Chuck Joiner, Brittany Smith, David Ginsburg, Brian Flaingan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Mark Fuccio, Web Bixby, and Jim Rea explore the significance of end-to-end encryption for RCS messaging on iPhone, bringing secure communication to more users without extra effort. They also review the immersive Metallica concert experience on Apple Vision Pro, praising its production quality and spatial video evolution. Finally, they react with approval and enthusiasm to the surprise announcement of a new season of Ted Lasso, focusing on a women’s football team.
An all-hands-on-deck MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, Brittany Smith, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Mark Fuccio, Web Bixby and Jim Rea discusses Apple’s transparency with Apple Intelligence data reports, controversy over the UK’s secret iCloud access order, and skepticism around a new Apple Maps partner app. Concerns are raised about privacy, third-party data collection, and user trust. The group also explores how Apple is handling AI differently from competitors and continues improving Maps despite early setbacks.
Utah’s new law requiring app store age verification sparks debate about privacy, effectiveness, and youth circumvention tactics. Panelists Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby discuss on-device versus external data handling, parental controls, and implications for user privacy. They also discuss Apple’s immersive Vision Pro Metallica concert experience and explore whether the quality and versatility of virtual reality justifies its premium cost.
The MacVoices Update for 2025-03 features updates on the MacVoices Live! schedule update both past and future, a response to two contradicting emails, and a note about MacVoices Magazine. The update wraps with the monthly support and what our Patreon subscribers are more important and appreciated than ever.
The MacVoices Live! panel explores Sesame's AI voice assistant, highlighting its realism and conversational depth, and discusses a razor brand's surprising use of OnlyFans after being shadowbanned on TikTok. The conversation with Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby also touches on marketing strategies, and the evolving reputations of content platforms like OnlyFans and Reddit.
The panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby discusses Apple’s patent victory protecting Apple Watch, the discontinuation of space gray Macs, and the implications of Apple Silicon upgrades. They explore 1Password's new location-based features, the practicality of high-end Macs, and share excitement over the revival of Digg.
This MacVoices Live! panel delivers their reactions to Apple’s latest hardware, including the Mac Studio and MacBook Air with M4 chips, and debates the implications of Apple Intelligence delays. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby discuss AI integration, Siri improvements, and compare Apple’s contextual approach to other generative AI tools. There's also a exploration of creative uses for AI-generated content, who is using it, and what for.
Our conversation with Marty Jencius of ThePodTalk.net continues as he shares his podcasting workflow, editing strategies, distribution approaches, and outlines how he leverages AI and automation tools for promotion. He details his experiences with Spotify, CoScheduler, and podcast website management. Marty also highlights his diverse portfolio of shows and encourages aspiring podcasters. (Part 2)
Marty Jencius is a podcasting machine, with five currently active podcasts listed on his web site, ThePodTalk.net. We cover his deep passion for podcasting, from his early radio background to producing multiple shows today. Tools, workflows, and the evolution from audio to video production are discussed with real-world examples. Marty shares insights on gear, editing techniques, and software that streamline the process. His enthusiasm highlights podcasting’s creative appeal and accessibility for anyone interested in getting started.
The MacVoices Live! panel discusses Microsoft’s shutdown of Skype and the transition to Teams, reflecting on Skype’s decline from a once-reliable communication tool to an obsolete platform. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet and Jim Rea highlight challenges for non-tech users, alternatives like Zoom and FaceTime, and share personal anecdotes. The conversation also touches on the rise of AI apps, including Microsoft Copilot and Meta’s upcoming competitor, and whether they represent the next step in wide-spread adoption of LLMs.
Mike Potter, the organizer of Macstock Conference and Expo, kicks off our annual “Road to Macstock” series with information on this year’s event. Mike outlines this year’s theme, “Share,” as well as new integrating longer interactive workshops throughout the weekend. Additionally, Ecamm is announced as a significant partner, offering a dedicated demo room and a special workshop. Early bird registration (expiring soon!), venue information, and community aspects of the conference are also explored.
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet and Jim Rea discuss Amazon's new AI-powered Alexa+, highlighting its conversational abilities and privacy concerns. Opera's browser sidebar integrations with apps like Discord and Slack prompt debate about productivity versus distraction. Google's updated tool for managing personal information sparks skepticism regarding its effectiveness and sincerity.
Jim Rea continues reflecting on ProView’s 40-year journey, highlighting how personal computing and software development practices have evolved. He discusses the shift from fully graspable, simple systems to today’s complex technologies requiring specialized expertise. Jim emphasizes the ongoing necessity of human judgment in programming, even with advanced tools like LLMs and search engines. He explores the concept of "prompt engineering" and the enduring challenge of accurately defining project requirements, asserting the essential role humans will maintain in tech innovation. (Part 2)
Jim Rea marks ProView's 40th anniversary, reflecting on his journey from early CPM software to innovative RAM-based databases. He shares experiences with industry leaders, discusses his pioneering software like SuperView, and recalls adapting to early Macintosh programming challenges, emphasizing entrepreneurship and sustained relevance in tech. (1)
The MacVoices panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Jim Rea covers Apple's new child safety tools, emphasizing parental control and user privacy by minimizing data collection. We also discuss NHL officials adopting Apple Watches with a custom app, enhancing game flow and safety. Lastly, the group addresses unexpected automatic MacOS updates, exploring user and enterprise approaches to managing software compatibility.
Terry Morgan, Co-Founder Principle Designer for LumaTouch discusses the significant new features in LumaFusion, particularly highlighting adjustment clips, enhanced keyframing, and increased track support in the latest update. Terry explains how these features streamline the editing process, providing editors with greater efficiency, flexibility, and creativity. She emphasizes how adjustment clips revolutionize the editing workflow by allowing complex, multi-layered edits with simplified controls. The conversation also touches on LumaFusion’s unique pricing structure, mobile editing on iPhone and iPad, and the satisfaction that comes from creative storytelling through video editing.
The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Jim Rea discusses Apple’s newly announced iPad Air with M4 chip and the 11th-gen base iPad featuring an A16 processor, debating their value and audience appeal. They also explore Apple’s resistance to UK encryption backdoor demands, highlighting potential privacy implications. Finally, they cover Apple’s successful dismissal of an iCloud storage pricing lawsuit, affirming Apple’s right to set pricing despite criticism.
Thinking that you might want or need your own web site? Brian Flanagan-Arthurs discusses the importance of owning a personal website. He shares his motivations, the risks of relying on social media, and his process of choosing a domain, software, and hosting. Brian details his experience with WordPress, the learning curve, and the benefits of controlling his online presence. Chuck and Brian emphasize adaptability, ongoing refinements, and the value of having a central hub for content and communication.
This MacVoices Live! discussion concludes with Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Mark Fuccio discussing YouTube’s rumored Premium Light tier, Microsoft testing an ad-supported Office 365 version, and Pantone naming a color after Drew Barrymore. The panel debates the value of YouTube Premium, subscription models, and Microsoft’s cloud push. They also discuss Kindle download restrictions and the impact of ad-supported services on user experience.
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Mark Fuccio explore the increasing frequency of immersive video content for Apple Vision Pro, highlighting a new Arctic Surfing experience. The panel discusses its effectiveness, the evolution of spatial video, and potential smart home integrations for deeper immersion. They also debate Adobe’s long-awaited Photoshop release for iPhone, weighing its professional utility, subscription model, and integration with Creative Cloud against existing mobile editing tools.
Apple’s ongoing investments in U.S. manufacturing, enhancements to Apple News+, and Apple Intelligence on Vision Pro were the topics on this MacVoices Live!. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Mark Fucciol discussed Apple’s $500 billion commitment to U.S. facilities, clarifying that it aligns with long-term plans rather than a new shift. Apple News+’s new recipe and restaurant features were praised for adding value, while the iPhone 16e’s missing ultra-wideband and MagSafe raised concerns. Lastly, Vision Pro’s Apple Intelligence beta left panelists eager for more promised features in April.
Apple’s response to the UK government’s demand for an iCloud backdoor is the topic of discussion on this episode of MacVoices Live!. The panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Mark Fuccio examine Apple’s decision to remove end-to-end encryption for iCloud backups in the UK, analyzing whether it was a strategic move to avoid compliance or a broader privacy concern. The implications of government access to user data, the role of Advanced Data Protection (ADP), and whether UK citizens are aware of or reacting to these changes are all at issue. The conversation also highlights how encryption complexities often leave average users vulnerable due to lack of awareness or technical expertise.
In the MacVoices Update for February 2025, Chuck recaps the CES coverage, highlighting 51 interviews and the importance of speaking directly with product creators. He shares updates on MacVoices Live, emphasizing its non-partisan approach to tech commentary and reminds listeners of the many ways to access MacVoices content. Chuck also covers MacVoices Magazine, a curated Flipboard collection of Apple-related tips. The Update wraps with the Support Report and an extra thank you to our Patreon supporters.
Chuck Joiner and Norbert Frassa wrap up the MacVoices coverage of CES 2025. Chuck highlights the 51 interviews conducted during the event, discussing the challenges of navigating the show floor, press events, and exhibitor booths. Norbert, usually behind the camera, shares insights into the gear used for interviews, as well as the strategies for managing audio and video quality amid the chaos of CES. The discussion provides a behind-the-scenes look at the planning and effort required, including pre-show research, strategic scheduling, and on-the-ground adaptability.
The more things change, the more they stay the same. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, and Jim Rea discuss the return of Apple to advertising on X and why it makes sense. TikTok is back in the App Store which may or may not make sense depending on the interpretation of the law. As a bit of a jump on spring cleaning, the panel also looks at ways to manage your subscriptions to save a little money, and wraps by celebrating a special anniversary for a panel member.
There was some pushback on the demands the UK was making on Apple, but it ended up not being enough. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, and Jim Rea continue to follow this story as it develops. Then, the panel took a long, hard look at the reasons and motivations behind […]
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, and Jim Rea drew some unexpected conclusions about Netflix’ decision not to have their content listed on Apple TV as this edition of MacVoices Live! kicked off. The panel also looks at the Vision Pro getting Apple Intelligence (and why it has already had aspects of it), and why you might want to add Advanced Data Protection to your iCloud account.
The UK has demanded a backdoor to iCloud that could affect Apple users worldwide…and Apple can’t talk about it. DeepSeek is sending information to ByteDance-controlled servers. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jeff Butts, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig, Web Bixby, and Eric Bolden dig in to both of these security-related topics and why they should matter to you. The panel also covers a recommendation about what not to do with your passwords.
In Eureka Park at CES in Las Vegas, PhoneCam was showing off their body cam-like device that can offer video and communications for safety and security. Applicable in a variety of situations, Wouter Konigs, Founder & CTO, explains the concept, how they utilize the phone for features like AI, GPS, connectivity, and more, and why they expect to have iPhone support soon. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV25076.mp3Show Notes:Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPalConnect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jeff Butts, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig, Web Bixby, and Eric Bolden look at the new model of Beats earphones and what they have that AirPods don’t (yet) and a surprise announcement that you can now combine your Apple accounts albeit with a number of requirements. Just for fun, the panel also considers a report that it is increasingly popular for some users to wear their Apple Watch on their ankle, and why one would want to.
Robotics are becoming both more accepted and advanced in a variety of areas, especially companionship for all ages. At CES in Las Vegas, Lisha Qui, Head of International Marketing for Elephant Robotics, showed off some of their robotic pets. metaCat, metaDog, and metaPanda were all on display and the crowed was interacting with the just like real pets. Lisha explains how their deep learning AI training creates realistic head and tail movements, its use of USB charging vs. batteries, and their choice of pet models.
Joe Kissell is back with a new Take Control title that is just a little different. Mac Basics. Joe starts out by discussing why this book is needed, and some of the challenges of creating a basic book on such a mature and complex topic. Starting out with the physical characteristics, then going through what the user sees first, Joe discusses how he tries to touch on everything without the details becoming burdensome. (Part 1)
A new social media app has been launched by the Twitterific team. Tapestry combines Blue Sky, Mastodon, RSS, and YouTube feeds on your iOS device. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Guy Serle, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby discuss the implications of this app given its pedigree. We also look at an Office 365 price increase at the same time it drops a free VPN service, and its subscription model. Microsoft is also bringing DeepSeek to its Copilot service while, at the same time, DeepSeek was dropped from the Italian App Store.
In Eureka Park at CES in Las Vegas we talked to Lea Milovich, CEO and Co-Founder of Flowbeams, a Dutch start-up that has developed a needle-free injection technology. Lea talked about the incredible number of needles in use each day and how their option could reduce or eliminate that waste, not to mention improving the experience for everything from vaccines to tattoos. If you hate needles, you need to see this interview.
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Guy Serle, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby re-look at bootable backups because one cloning software developer says the new version of the macOS has fixed a bug and that they work…sort of. The panel looks at a change in purchasing AppleCare that you need to be aware of, and how Apple TV+ and Godzilla got some respect at a recent awards event.
In the WearableDevices booth at CES we got to see the new Mudra Band that provides gesture control via Bluetooth and brain-computer synchronicity. Ariel Amar, Product Specialist, shows us how it works, the kinds of control that you can achieve, and the devices it can control.
At CES in Las Vegas, Piyou (Ray) Cheng, Product Line Manager for Shokz, introduced their OpenMeet headphones that were inspired by the work-from-home trend. Much easier to wear for extended periods of time because of both the bone conduction aspect as well as the extremely light weight, they are perfect for being able to hear what is going on around you while participating in online meetings on an extended basis.
At CES in Las Vegas, the STM Goods booth had a line wrapped around it, as usual, for their legendary skateboard give-away. Jim Williams, UK and European Sales, talked a bit about this year’s design before updating us on the new MagSafe version of their ChargeTree charger for your Apple Devices, and introducing us to […]
The MacVoices Live! panel discusses Apple having 18 years at the top spot in a satisfaction survey and a new Apple Music promotion tiled to the Super Bowl. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Guy Serle, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby also look at how and why an unwanted app showed up in the EU app store and who gets the credit or blame, and yet another innovative promotion for the Apple TV+ show, Severance.
At CES in Las Vegas, Dr. Robert Dick was in the Buddie booth to discuss their project that will bring contact access to ChatGPT via their earbuds. You can imagine how that could change things. Dr. Dick talks about how it will work, privacy issues, and their Kickstarter campaign.
At CES in Las Vegas we stopped at the booth of first-time exhibitor MacPaw to talk to Garrett Krivicich, Head of Global PR about their new move into the enterprise market with CleanMyMac Business. Delivering remote Mac maintenance such as device cleaning, malware protection, and more, it simplifies keeping your company’s Macs delivering optimum performance while being protected from the bad guys. Garrett also gives us an introduction to Eney, their new smart assistant LLM that will operate on-device and integrate with a variety of third-party apps.
One thing that affects everyone is the weather. MyRadar has emerged as one of the best options for current weather information.. On the show floor at CES in Las Vegas, we talked to Michael Linden, Director of Video & Social Media Content/Meteorologist about their increased focus on getting that information, especially local information, on an immediate […]
Host Chuck Joiner shares the lessons from a scam story, then the panel of David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Guy Serle, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby join in a discussion of the just-released Invites app by Apple. What are the benefits of operating inside the Apple ecosystem? How does it play with Android users? Wrapping up the conversation is a look at the recent quarterly Apple earnings call and what the results say about the past and the future.
At CES in Las Vegas we got our annual update from Jane Stephenson, Marketing Director for what3words about how their location system continues to evolve and how the usage continues to spread. ??If your local emergency services aren’t supporting what3words yet, show them this interview and suggest that they do. Both implementation and understanding how it works are simple, and could save critical minutes or even seconds when responding to a call. Jane demoed a new app that they have partnered with and reviewed recent success stories that illustrate the power of what3words’ ability to identify a location to within a few feet in an easy-to-understand way.
Every year Nextbase introduces something new and value-added to the dashcam market, which is why they are a permanent stop for MacVoices at CES in Las Vegas. This time, Jeff Chuh Senior Vice President of Marketing introduced their new Piqo model that brings many of their advanced features to a consumer-friendly price point. Nextbase isn’t just focusing on safety and security, but also introducing a more fun and functional aspect by allowing optional overlays to the recordings to display telemetry, speedometers, and more. Jeff gives us a demo.
Our last stop at the ShowStoppers event at CES in Las Vegas was one we look forward to every year. Larry O’Connor, Founder and CEO of Other World Computing (OWC) talked about all things Thunderbolt 5. OWC just introduced their new Thunderbolt 5 cable capable of 40 GB data transfer and has complete backward compatibility with earlier versions of Thunderbolt. Larry gave us an education about why the order and types of devices could actually slow them down in pre-Thunderbolt 5 configurations, and how to avoid the problem with their recently-released Thunderbolt 5 hub.
At ShowStoppers at CES in Las Vegas we caught up with Jeff Gadway, Senior Vice President of Product Marketing for Clicks Technology. Last year their Clicks keyboard for the iPhone had just been released and created a lot of discussion. This year, the concept has proven itself with various audiences and use cases. Jeff talks about how and why it has been adopted by their users, how it improves accessibility, and the range of iPhone models they now support. We also cover the improvements to Clicks that include built-in MagSafe, a data pass-through mode that makes it CarPlay compatible, a redesigned keyboard, and some great support for Shortcuts.
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet discuss the “forever chemicals” (PFAS) lawsuit against Apple for their watch bands, and look at how, if you drive a Subaru, someone may know where you are going and where you have been. Some speculation on why some organizations may not be on Bluesky (yet) and the end of the MiniDisc and what industries it matters to finish off the conversation.
The PLAUD table at ShowStoppers at CES in Las Vegas was tough to get to because of the interested crowds…and it shows in our interview with Elina Tsao, Head of Brand Center. People keep sticking their heads into our shot as Elina explained how their PLAUD NOTE and NotePin capture the audio of your conversations, then transcribes it and even summarizes it via AI. Both feature a generous free package of time, encrypted communication with AI in the cloud, and a very specific activation to help make others around you comfortable with when they are and are not being recorded.
At ShowStoppers at CES in Las Vegas, Violet Chen, Founder and CEO of TopJob, introduced us to their new line of work-from-home furniture. Driven by pandemic-era dissatisfaction with how office furniture didn’t really fit into many home environments, TopJob has chairs and desks that not only look good in the home, but that address ergonomic concerns with comfort and style.
This MacVoices Live! session finds the panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet discussing improvements to Apple’s Sports app, who will be affected by the recent changes to in-app purchase APIs, and why only Tim Cook could pull off a promo cameo for the second season of Severance.
The last thing you would expect to find at ShowStoppers at CES in Las Vegas was a garden, but that’s exactly what Gardyn was showing. Chief Experience Officer Nicolas Chikhani explained how their hydroponic system that includes cameras and lights lets you grow plants, flowers, and vegetables in a small, vertical arrangement with minimal effort. Even better, Kelby AI monitors your plants constantly and provides details on what needs to be done to keep things healthy and growing. Maintenance is minimized and enjoyment is maximized.
From ShowStoppers at CES in Las Vegas we got to discuss some new speakers from Kanto with Brett Smalley, Director of Marketing. REN is a powerful speaker with a variety of inputs including one that sets it apart: HDMI ARC, making it ideal for home theater uses. UKI is more of a desktop speaker that can deliver an excellent experience while you are working. Both feature a very modern, industrial design and striking colors that make them stand out from both more traditional speaker design as well as the competition.
At ShowStoppers at CES in Las Vegas, Santiago Puerta, Sales Manager, Smart Projection for Leica. was demonstrating an impressive projector that delivers an amazing picture at sizes from 65-inches to 300-inches. Crisp, sharp, and with automatic keystoning that allows placement of the projector almost anywhere, it would be at home in your living room or a large conference room. Santiago talks about how they achieve the picture, the stand options, the input options, and more.
In the ShiftCam suite at The Bellagio in Las Vegas, Chris Herbert gave us a look at both new products, products that are on the market, and some new items coming later this year. New additions to the SnapSeries that include the a selfie-stick/tripod, light and phone grip complete an ecosystem that puts powerful video production with lots of options in an easy-to-travel-with package. The PLANK is a very small SSD that plugs directly into your iPhone for recording, and a complete set of professional-level lenses and filters that fit with their iPhone cases put a full cinematographer’s tool kit in an extremely small, affordable package.
In the French Pavilion in Eureka Park at CES, EPSEED was showing their device that focuses on making remote work more secure. Kélian Bailet, Co-Founder and President, explained how they separate the work and personal systems to achieve corporate security, as well as why he is looking forward to it coming to the Mac platform.
High profile examples of deep fakes have been in the news, especially in the last year or so during the U.S presidential election, but there are more disturbing aspects to the problem. At CES in Las Vegas in the Netherlands pavilion in Eureka Park, we discussed the problem with Julia Jakimenko, Founder and CEO of […]
The MacVoices Update for January 2025 covers some questions about how MacVoices approaches and covers CES, as well as a blog post on the subject. Chuck also reminds you about what you need to do to assure you receive all the episodes if you subscribe in a podcatcher, and delivers the month’s Support Report. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV25044.mp3 […]
If you are a commuter or are prone to losing your AirPods, Artronic Designs has you covered. In Eureka Park at CES in Las Vegas we talked to Co-Founder Renaud Anjoran about their Komutr earbuds that fit in an amazingly slim case that attaches magnetically to your iPhone and makes them hard to lose.. Designed as a supplement, not a replacement,, they feature active noise cancelling and USB-C and wireless charging to fit in with any lifestyle where losing your AirPods is a possibility.
MacVoices Live! digs deep into the many questions surrounding the sudden rise of DeepSeek, a large language model that allegedly was trained at a fraction of the cost of what the “big LLMs” have required. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet have conflicting thoughts, opinions, and concerns over the what’s, hows’s, as well as whether it represents yet another threat to both the individual and U.S. security.
In Eureka Park at CES in Las Vegas Dhaval Patel, the Founder and CEO of Lotus showed us a different kind of accessibility device with their smart ring that gives you control over lights with no wiring, no apps, and no WiFi. Dhaval discusses the many use cases for travel, convenience, and for those with […]
EZCast was showing off a new, expanded way to share your video to multiple screens at CES in Las Vegas. Elroy (Ting Yun) Hsiung,, Assistant Sales Manager, showed off a USB-C-based dongle transmitter that can send your the video from your device to up to four separate receivers. With line-of-sight support now and multi-room coming […]
This MacVoices Live! session wraps up with Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Marty Jencius considering an encouraging reason a UK lawsuit was dismissed, how Microsoft didn’t completely correct their mis-direction, and how police in Colorado are using AirTags to address a pervasive car theft problem. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV25039.mp3 This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices […]
After an initial conversation at a CES showcase we visited the eSight booth on the show floor to talk to Roland Mattern, Director of Sales for Gentex, about how their electronic eyewear can be life-changing for people with macular degeneration and other vision conditions. Roland explains the kinds of improvements can be achieved, battery life and other practical considerations, and how to get access.
At CES in Las Vegas, we got a taste of barbecue tech at the Brisk It booth. Product Manager Sam Ferguson showed off their newest and most affordable pellet grill, the Zelos 450. What makes it so interesting is their Vera AI that can take care of everything from suggesting recipes to controlling the cooking process, even if you are still on the golf course or just relaxing. Vera can even “look” at a piece of meat and ingredients (via photo) in the grocery store and give you both ideas on how to prepare it as well as how long it will take.
The MacVoices Live! team of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Marty Jencius have in-depth discussions about Netflix increasing their prices following recent high-profile streaming successes. How does their value proposition stack up against other option? Then, another statement that Goldman Sachs wants to terminate their Apple Card relationship sparks commentary from the panel. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV25036.mp3 […]
We first met Marc Tuinier, the "Chief Pen Salesman” of Nuwa two years ago when their Nuwa Pen was more of an idea than a product. Two years later Nuwa had a product that is almost ready to ship and a booth on the show floor at CES in Las Vegas. Nuwa Pen lets you write on any piece of paper and capture what you wrote wirelessly and digitally to your iPhone, effectively giving you two copies. Marc shows us how it works, how their handwriting recognition can make the digital copy into text, and why nothing quite completely replaces analog writing.
On the show floor at CES in Las Vegas we had a chance to talk with Paul Tan, Chief Operating Officer for Keychron, about their customizable keyboards. Keychron won a CES Innovation Award for their new magnetic model that makes every key potentially customizable, Paul explains why that can make a huge difference in your productivity.
The MacVoices Live! crew addresses a potential security issue if you redact PDFs and are expecting the information to be actually gone. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Marty Jencius also look at some unusual Apple TV+ promotions for the long-awaited second season of Severance.
At Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas we found about the latest from ecobee and how their products work together in a synergistic fashion. Karthiga Vezhavendan, Senior Product Engineer andBrendan Coady, Staff Product Manager talk about their new, value-oriented thermostat option as well as how that, along with their video doorbell and door sensors integrate to deliver superior performance over stand-along options.
AUKEY was showing off a table full of new products at Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas that ranged from a Find My-compatible credit card-size tracker that lasts up to six months on a charge to a variety of device charging options, including one that charge pretty much everything you have all at once. David Wu, David Wu, Vice President, Head of AUKEY BU, walks us through the feature sets and benefits of each.
Snology always seems to have something new coming for both the more and less technical users. At Pepcom and CES in Las Vegas, Christopher Michio Imanaka, Field & Alliance Marketing showed us the new C2 Cloud cameras that brings private, local video surveillance options to their line. Chris not only answers questions over the security of the video captured, but also introduces to a new Synology BeeStation with upgraded storage.
At Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, Xebec was showing off the latest version of their mobile multi-panel productivity set-up. Zach Hamster, Head of Marketing and Growth, took us through the options that can add 2 screens to your laptop. Configurable in portrait or landscape orientation. Other options can include a phone holder as one of those screens or a light to improve your video conferencing. All that in a compact, portable package that is quick to set-up and easy to carry.
At CES in Las Vegas we first met Aleksander Alski, USA & Canada Country Manager for Vasco at a showcase, then caught up with him at Pepcom to give us an on-camera demo of their translation device that can not only do two-say translations, text and audio, but learns your voice so that what others hear is you, not an artificial voice. Alexander talks about how it accomplishes all that, and when and how you can benefit.
Another year at Pepcom and CES in Las Vegas, another year to see what new innovation Ohsnap has come up with. Founder and CEO Dale Backus shows off the MCON, a MagSafe portable game controller that attaches to your iPhone and converts it to a gaming device with a properly angled screen with fold-out grips, joysticks, and buttons that delivers a full-on gaming experience. Available as a Kickstarter project now and shipping later this year, it looks to be another great addition to the Ohsnap line.
At the Flic table at Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, Laura Ruiz Asenjo demonstrated how their new Flic Duo smart button can not only control your home automation devices, but can also have accessibility and safety uses. Integrated with Apple HomeKit and Matter, and can soon be preordered at a discount.
At Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, Una Besirevic, PR & Marketing Manager for Rolling Square, showed us both new and upgraded products that included new cables that have multiple connection options, upgraded Find My devices, and a new GaN charger. Then, Una introduces us to their sister company, Natura Umana, Their HumanPods earbuds are designed to interface with a host of “AI persons" and put them at your fingertips.
At Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, we learning about the new and expanding products offered by Speck. Taylor Emberton show off their new iPhone cases that wrap the design around the edges, the latest addition to their ClickLock line of MagSafe securely-attached accessories, and the GEMTONES earbuds and GEMTONES Infinity speakers.
The MacVoices Live! panel looks briefly at the latest country getting into the “let’s fine big tech companies) game, and whether there is motive other than the stated one. Then, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jeff Butts, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, and Jim Rea consider the impact of the iPhone on its 18th birthday, how it has affected their lives and how it continues to impact our daily activities.
At Pepcom and CES in Las Vegas, we got the latest information on best-in-class home detectors from Stephanie Berzinski, Senior Manager for External Communications with Kidde. Featuring both a new combination smoke and carbon monoxide detector and a smart smoke detector, Kidde’s latest solutions have Ring technology integrated so that you can receive notifications of […]
In Las Vegas at the Pepcom event for CES, Vicky Yang, Brand Marketing Director for MOFT, showed us their latest products that include an iPhone wallet and stand with Find My that stays charged for 4 - 6 months, a new iPad folio that provides seven different folding configurations, and a MagSafe accessory that incorporates a notebook for your analog input.
The MacVoices Live! panel provides a warning about text message phishing, condemn Microsoft’s dirty tricks with Bing, and discuss a new entertainment app for Apple Vision Pro. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jeff Butts, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, and Jim Rea also discuss the Sonos situation and (another) data breach.
At Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, our first stop was to talk to Steve McGowan, Co-Founder and CEO of Matias, to talk about their latest keyboard solutions. Steve shows us their new Sculpted Ergonomic Rechargeable Keyboard that comes in both Mac and PC models and the security Matias offers in their wireless keyboard connectivity. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV25019.mp3 […]
At CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, Andrew Corkill, Vice President, Global Marketing & Ecommerce for Targus walked us through the features of a very impressive looking business backpack with an adjustable interior space and laptop drop protection. Andrew also gave us a look at their upcoming Thunderbolt 5 dock before turning things over to Barry […]
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jeff Butts, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, and Jim Rea discuss the on-again-off-again-on-again state of the TikTok ban, capturing the uncertainty and varying perspectives surrounding the situation. From the implications for content creators who depend on the platform to the ownership of influential social media outlets, the panel looks at where things are and where they […]
At CES Unveiled, we corrected a mistake from last year by talking to Matthew Ungar, Social and Community Manager for Govee to get the information on their latest products. Matthew showed us a new speaker with Govee lighting capabilities and JBL sound components, the Pixel Light that puts images and information on a pixel light […]
Our second visit with Skyted in as many years at CES Unveiled features an update from Founder and CEO Stephene HERSEN on the newest version of their headset that keeps your private conversations private, even if you are in public. Chuck received a demo that yielded impressive results. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV25015.mp3 Show Notes: Support: Become […]
This MacVoices Live! starts off with some commentary by Chuck Joiner on what he saw and what happened at CES 2025. Those included an affirmation of Apple’s focus on privacy as well as a misstep by Dell that resulted in a less-than-ideal press conference. The panel of David Ginsburg, Jeff Butts, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, and Jim Rea look at […]
At CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, Ohto Pentikäinen, Co-Founder and CEO of Doublepoint, tells us about WowMouse, a utility that gives you point and click control of your iPhone, Mac and smart home devices from your Apple Watch. Ohto outlines why it is free for users, some of the other options it offers, and how […]
At CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, Lianuan (Ben) Yu, the Founder & CEO of Monar, covers the feature of their “canvas speaker” that not only can play your favorite music, is also entertainment for your eyes. Monar can display song lyrics, over 50,000 classic art images, and your own photos. It can even create art […]
At Unveiled, the first event of the week at CES in Las Vegas, LiquidView was displaying a window that is a display…or a display that is a window. Dr. Evan Kletter, VP of Health Evidence, talked us through the specifications, the quality of their content and the health benefits of looking out at a beautiful scene, […]
At CES Unveiled in Las Vegas we talked to Wei-Li (Summer) Chen of Overseas Business Development for FREE Bionics. She was wearing their device that can assist those who have suffered a leg, knee, or hip injury during convalescence. The status of FDA approval, the target audience, and when you can expect it are all […]
On the floor at CES Unveiled, David Hogan, Vice President & General Manager of ELEHEAR provided an introduction to their earbuds that can not only diagnose and alleviate some hearing loss, but also act as an in-ear AI translator via their app. With a variety of options and capabilities, ELEHEAR is a great way to […]
We caught up with Franci Zidar, CEO of Bird Buddy at CES Unveiled to discuss the crowdfunding success of their product AI powered bird feeder that that identifies birds as they visit. That has led to both a new company, Wonder, as well as new products that has led to both a new company, Wonder, […]
At CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, our first stop was to talk to Alex Cammarano, Senior Managing Director of FlowStop, about their inflatable device that can help protect your home or office building from flooding. Alex demonstrates its ease of use, strength, and portability. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV25007.mp3 Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on […]
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Patrice Brend’amour debate the benefits of the Apple TV+ free weekend, and then continue with some disagreements on whether the EU’s interoperability demands’ benefits are worth the privacy and security risks. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV25006.mp3 This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by our Patreon supporters. Get access […]
The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Patrice Brend’amour look at how the loss of bootable backups impacts user convenience as well as security. Netflix was successful with Christmas day football, but does that make them a viable sports streamer? http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV25005.mp3 MacVoices is supported by Take Control […]
Reacting to some recent security developments, The FBI is recommending utilizing encrypted chat programs like Apple’s Messages. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Mark Fuccio discuss how and why this change of position affects users, especially those who cross platforms, and why the FBI’s position is inconsistently consistent. Then, an iCloud discussion breaks out among the panel based on the dismissal of a lawsuit.
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, and Web Bixby represent both Apple Vision Pro owners and those still waiting to get one discuss the possibility of third-party controllers for the device, Options and uses that include productivity, gaming, and media consumption could all be changed with the addition of hardware controllers…but would it be a good idea?
The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, and Web Bixby have some disagreements over a recent study by the Drucker Institute that proclaimed Apple the best-managed company in the United States. The methodology of how such a determination can be made,Tim Cook’s management strategies, the impact of product rollouts like the Mac mini are all part of the discussion.
The implications of Pat Gelsinger stepping down as Chairman of Intel are discussed and debated by the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, and Mark Fuccio. Will his successor be able to bring Intel back from the brink? Will the company need to divest itself of some divisions to survive? Where does Intel stand in an environment where nanometer processes and AI chip demands are the norm?
The MacVoices Update for 2024-12 ends up being the last show of the year. Chuck looks back on the month’s shows, talks about the upcoming MacVoices publication and live schedules, and adds some New Year’s resolutions before delivering the Support Report.
In the last edition of TV+ Talk for 2024, Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner reveal some of their favorite Apple TV+ shows of the year, and discuss the successes of the streamer, and some areas where they could do better going forward.
In an investment-focused episode, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, and Mark Fuccio discuss how football star Rob Gronkowski (Gronk) made an Apple investment we all wish we had, and the surprising source of the advice. The discussion then turns to the Apple Card, Apple Savings Account, how the interest rates stack up against the competition, and whether the ease and speed of access constitute a competitive advantage.
The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, and Mark Fuccio look at a new option that may get around GM’s anti-CarPlay stance, and what it means for customers, then share some of the items that were on the “buy” list for the Black Friday schedule.
The MacVoices Live! Holiday Party rolls on with discussions about an Australian age limit for social media, the return of a controversial Microsoft feature, a big benchmark for Bitcoin, and a software sale of note that runs well into the New Year. The panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flaningan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Jim Rea (and Brittany Smith, who couldn’t stay for this part) wish you and yours the very best of holidays!
Our MacVoices Live! holiday party features discussions on the Silo two-season renewal, AirTags and travel, and Apple Vision Pro as “Innovation of the Year” award from Popular Mechanics. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flaningan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Brittany Smith, and Jim Rea also look at the Apple Store winners as well as user privacy issues.
Our conversation with Kirk McElhearn, the author of the new Take Control of Apple Media Apps, continues with explorations of Apple’s Books and Music apps from an audiobook perspective. The advantage of using Audible’s app are covers, particularly if using the Apple Watch. Kirk also discusses the Apple Music Classical app, Siri’s limitations with music command, and more. (Part 2)
The latest Take Control Books release comes from Kirk McElhearn. Take Control of Apple Media Apps covers Apple Music and Podcasts as well as The Apple TV and Books apps. Kirk talks about the evolution of this book and how an understanding of their similarities and the near-complete feature parity can help you get more out of them. Usability, rather than continuous feature introduction, has resulted in mature (in a good way) apps that let you use their content intuitively. The Apple TV app gets special attention in the discussion. (Part 1)
The Department of Justice's proposal for Google to divest Chrome generates a debate on the pros, cons, and likelihood of that ever happening between Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Jim Rea. The panel contrasts the implications for America's tech leadership and navigates the nuances of monopoly versus competition. Finally, Microsoft has a new small computer that looks suspiciously like one of our Apple favorites…but charges a subscription to make to work. Worth the money? What do you think?
David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Jim Rea debate a U.S. senator’s most recent tech assault, this time on the entity that controls the dot-com domains. Then, we get in the holiday spirit (or not) by discussing the furor over Coca-Cola’s AI-generated holiday ads, whether it is justified, and the factors driving the controversy.
The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Jim Rea praise Tim Cook’s political acumen and discuss how other CEOs are trying to copy it. The discussion turns to Drake’s allegations of favoritism and why they seem unlikely, and then to an update on MacBook Pro speaker repairs and what you need to know.
The sixth 2024 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide wraps up with bag picks, tool picks, tech picks, and more. Kelly Guimont, Ben Roethig, Kirk McElhearn, and Chuck Joiner do the picking, you do the shopping. (Part 2)
Our next 2024 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide features picks from Kelly Guimont, Ben Roethig, Kirk McElhearn, and Chuck Joiner, and include games and gaming gear, outdoor-use products, and more. (Part 1)
The second part of the fifth MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide for 2024 has picks for Apple Watch enthusiasts, TV watchers, readers…and even scuba divers. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Brittany Smith, and Jim Rea join Chuck Joiner make the choices and explain why they love them. (Part 2)
Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Brittany Smith, and Jim Rea join Chuck Joiner for MacVoices 2024 Holiday Gift Guide #5. Gift picks ranged from practical to, “I didn’t know that even existed!” See what surprises could be in store for holiday gift giving or getting. (Part 1)
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby consider Bluesky's growth in the reported exodus from X and what it says about how people are using social media at this point in time. The panel also discuss at the possibilities for TikTok under the incoming Trump administration, and look at what Sam Bankman-Fried and Godzilla have in common.
The MacVoices Live! panel looks at who the reports of the M4 chip’s problems with virtualization affect and why. Microsoft is in the crosshairs of a new FTC look into Microsoft’s business practices, and Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby share some of their experiences with products that are the focus of the investigation. Then we transition into a discussion of Mobile Device Management by both Apple and Microsoft and what they mean if you are using a machine owned by your employer.
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby look at the unannounced feature that reboots iPhones after an extended period of inactivity, how they view it, and how law enforcement is seeing it. In the same vein, we look at what Apple is giving in the form of an also-unannounced improvement to their laptop screens, the new version of Final Cut, and new games for Apple Arcade. Apple is also taking away some features from and what Apple is taking away some legacy machines in terms of support and repair options. The panel digs through all of that and more.
The fourth MacVoices 2024 Holiday Gift Guide concludes with more picks from ”Pilot Pete” Harmon, Patrice Brend’Amour, and Chuck Joiner that involve clothing, computer hardware, a travel pick, and some leisure time items. (Part 2)
”Pilot Pete” Harmon, Patrice Brend’Amour, and Chuck Joiner kick off the first part of MacVoices 2024 Holiday Gift Guide #4 with a wide range of picks, from expensive to stocking stuffers, books to audio, and more. (Part 1)
This two-part Vision Pro Focus looks at more of the first things you should do with your new Apple Vision Pro. Some highlights of the discussion with Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, and Chuck Joiner include an immersive meditation app, virtual travel using the AVP, and some favorite games.. Video editing options, a “social virtual card game” and immersive sports content round out the list.
This episode of Vision Pro Focus, our project in conjunction with Vision Pro Files, features a discussion of "The First 10 Things You Should Do With Your Apple Vision Pro.” Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, and MacVoices host Chuck Joiner start off with some of the basics and why they are so influential to future AVP experiences both recreational and productive. Then we dig into some of those options in both categories that should among your first explorations. (Part 1)
The November 2024 MacVoices Update arrives a day late due to the holidays, and covers a variety of topics. Chuck talks about a new feature being tried out on the MacVoices web site, the many different ways to access the annual MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide picks, and an explanation of some schedule juggling. We wrap with a reminder about MacVoices Magazine, the Support Report, and why we structure the name recognition of our Patrons the way we do.
The second half of the 2024 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #3 got a little crazy as Rosemary Orchard and Jeff Gamet took off on a side discussion about various options for one of Jeff’s picks, while David Ginsburg and Chuck Joiner stuck with the regular format. All told, a good time was had with a whole both laughs and great gift picks. (Part 2)
Our third 2024 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide features picks from Rosemary Orchard, Jeff Gamet, David Ginsburg, and Chuck Joiner. Some unusual non-tech picks are included, as well as several practical items that everyone should consider. (Part 1)
Mark Fuccio, Wally Cherwinski, and host Chuck Joiner finish off the second part of MacVoices 2024 Holiday Gift Guide with small picks, big picks, iPhone picks, audio picks, and more. (Part 2)
MacVoices 2024 Holiday Gift Guide #2 features picks and commentary by Mark Fuccio, Wally Cherwinski, and host Chuck Joiner. Some obvious picks, some surprises, and all great ideas. (Part 1)
Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, and Eric Bolden wrap up a MacVoices Live! discussion by looking at GM going all-in against CarPlay in favor of their own vehicle information/entertainment system and claiming the will achieve better integration. The conversation transitioned to a broader look at vehicle operating systems, as well as some of the fines that are being levied by other countries, whether they fit the offense, and if there was an offense at all.
Mike Schmitz, Bart Busschots, Marty Jencius, and host Chuck Joiner finish up the first MacVoices Gift Guide of 2024 with picks that go from apparel to hardware and software. (Part 2)
Our annual holiday gift guide series kicks off with picks from Mike Schmitz, Bart Busschots, Marty Jencius, and host Chuck Joiner, covering categories from audio to coffee and beyond. (Part 1)
The tech industry is a dynamic business segment. Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, and Eric Bolden discuss Apple’s acquisition of Pixelmator and how it might affect both Apple-branded offerings as well as the legacy application. Then, layoffs at both Tidal and Dropbox are in the cross hairs. Tidal has been all but left out of the streaming music conversation, and Dropbox seems to have fumbled as they tried to diversify. The panel members have thoughts on both.
Jeff Carlson, the author of Take Control of Apple Watch, 5th edition, continues the discussion of some of the new capabilities of the latest Apple Watch and watchOS 11. The innovative check-in tool in Messages for notifying loved ones of safe arrivals, the benefits of the ultra-wideband chip for finding misplaced phones and the new offline Translate app for seamless communication while traveling highlight a discussion of those features.
Jeff Carlson has updated Take Control of Apple Watch to the 5th edition to cover Apple Watch 10, Apple Watch Ultra, and watchOS 11. The first part of our conversation covers his approach to the update and the contstant evolution of Apple’s products. Jeff shares insights on major updates, such as the enhanced Smart Stack widget and live activities integration, as well as advancements in health tracking, workout management, and notifications that streamline the user experience.
The idea of an Apple Vision Pro has been talked about as a way to make the device more affordable. Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, and Eric Bolden consider the implications of inking the Vision Pro to the iPhone for power and processing and how that would impact the user experience. Whether that would actually result in a significant cost savings is called into question, and the use cases it would and wouldn’t impact are discussed.
The discussion with Jeff Gamet on a recent edition of The Mac Show on The British Tech Network finishes off thoughts on the smart assistants we use before turning to why one of us uses Clipboard Managers extensively and one hasn’t found a reason to do so, in spite of the fact that he has one installed.
In a one-on-one conversation from a recent edition of The Mac Show on The British Tech Network, Jeff Gamet and Chuck Joiner talked about smart assistants. The differences in purposes, capabilities, and responsiveness are discussed, along with notification abuse and which devices they each use. (Part 1)
A bonus-sized MacVoices discussion resulted from a virtual visit to the Long Island Macintosh User Group. As with most user group discussions, we start out in one direction and then let the questions and conversation dictate what we cover. The starting point this time was the iPhone 16 and things went from there.
The Internet Archive, its importance, and a recent DDoS attack on it start off a MacVoices Live! discussion with Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Eric Bolden. The panel also gets a chuckle over the UK adopting a USB-C charging standard, and cover some of the little-knowing LLMs that are more specialized than the ones you might be familiar with.
MacVoices Live! covers several recent shifts in major tech platforms, starting with the mass migration of users from X to Blue Sky and its implications for social media competition. The panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Martty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Eric Bolden discuss the challenges Sonos faces regarding device connectivity and user experience as well as Squarespace's $7.2 billion acquisition, the internal turmoil within WordPress under Automatic, and the possible effect on the web site building industry.
MacVoices Live! panel members Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Martty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Eric Bolden have differing use cases for Apple’s new set list feature in Music, at least a couple of which will surprise you. We also debate the importance of celebrity endorsements through the new Beats Pill, cover the reported increase in iPhone sales in Russia, and an Irish seizure of counterfeit Apple products.
Apple Pay turned 10 recently and the MacVoices Live! panel discussed its transformation and influence in mobile payments since its launch. Then, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Martty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Eric Bolden detour into political territory, examining a political narrative surrounding a rumored phone call between Tim Cook and Donald Trump related to EU regulations. The conversation focused on the need for both skeptical and mixed media coverage.
The 2024-10 MacVoices Update arrives a day late with a good reason. Chuck explains why before discussing the month’s progress on the new web site and blog, goes over the changes that have come to Patreon, and delivers the Support Report.
The MacVoices panel discusses the changes Adobe made to Fresco, apparently to go after the tablet drawing app market that Procreate dominates. How do the two compare, and how with their respective business models fare? Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Web Bixby have thoughts before they report on Sonos’ improvements, and laugh their way through the cell carriers’ assertion that locking phones is good for you.
Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Web Bixby turn their attention to the newly announced M4 iPad. Who will be buying it, the secondary monitor support, and how it will change as Apple Intelligence rolls out are all considered. The panel also looks at a new Apple Card promotion and whether Apple or Goldman Sachs is funding it, as well as the roll that Apple TV+ seems to be on.
During a week of Apple announcements, the MacVoice Live! panel took a look at the first two Mac upgrades. Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Web Bixby look at the new Mac Mini with the M4 and M4 Pro chips, and the performance boost they offer in a new, compact form factor. Design quirks, multiple monitor support, and Thunderbolt 5 are part of the discussion, as is the question over whether this should be considered a “prosumer” machine.
Our multi-part conversation with Take Control author Glenn Fleishman concludes with discussions of Take Control of Securing Your Apple Devices, Take Control of Find My and AirTags, and Take Control of FaceTime and Messages. Glenn points out some lesser-known features such as Lockdown Mode and Private Wi-Fi Address, talks about using GateKeeper effectively, and explains some new features in FaceTime and Messages that improve the user experience. (Part 3)
Glenn Fleishman goes in depth on the title subject of his Keep Safe Using Mobile Tech. We talk about how to secure Apple devices amid all the changes and updates to operating systems, along with features such as car crash detection, fall detection, emergency SOS, and the Check-In function, Glenn emphasizes the need for individuals to understand and customize their device settings for optimal protection from both misadventure as well as theft. (Part 2)
In the first part of a wide-ranging conversation with author Glenn Fleishman, we touch on his participation in the Shift Happens book project, his latest project, How Comics Were Made, and his Take Control of Your Apple Account. Along the way we looked back at the surprising origins of a peripheral we all use, the challenges of the early printing industry, and got some thoughts on what you can and can’t do in your account interactions with Apple.
Two topics dominate this MacVoices Live! discussion. Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jim Reat, and Mark Fuccio look at the ongoing soap opera that is the Wordpress/WP Engine feud that now has some employees heading for less combative pastures. Then, the panel consider the latest efforts by Sonos to gain back their customers trust…and why it is an uphill climb.
Our conversation with Diane Hamilton, Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Binary Formations continues with how they are implementing machine learning integration in Under My Roof, particularly object recognition, and the support resources available for users. Diane also shares insights on the transition to a subscription model, data ownership and privacy through iCloud integration. (Part 2)
Diane Hamilton, Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Binary Formations, discusses the evolution of Under My Roof. Originally designed for home inventories, the app has transformed into a comprehensive tool for managing all aspects of homeownership, including maintenance schedules and household supplies. Useful for both day-to-day activities as well as in times of disaster, Under My Roof uses iCloud for secure storage of your data. Diane explains user-friendly mechanisms like receipt uploads and strong syncing capabilities across devices as part of the initial implementation. (Part 1)
Microsoft wants to provide “AI emotional support?” Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Mark Fuccio look at their plans for user experience and approach, as well as the decision to kill off their headset without a replacement product announced.
We wrap up our conversation with Mike Schmitz about how his latest project, LifeHQ, organizes your projects, to-dos, and your life (hence the name). Mike explains some of the key concepts behind his system, how it integrates with apps that you already are using, and the modularity of his approach. Best of all, you can adopt features as your needs and time dictate, rather than have to learn everything all at once. (Part 2)
Mike Schmitz has been working on his new project, LifeHQ, for a long time. Built on Obsidian, LifeHQ is, “Everything You Need to Run Your Whole Life.” Mike explains his combination of personal knowledge management (PKM) and productivity enhancement and how it turns items like notes and journaling into actionable insights. Inspired by Mike’s productivity projects and studies, LifeHQ brings it all in one place. (Part 1)
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Mark Fuccio discuss how and why YouTube succeeded in having a Vision Pro app from the App Store when they don’t have one, and what an Apple TV+ success story means for how future content will be released. Along they way the panel shares some of their Prime Day picks and why they made them.
Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner use this edition of TV+ Talk to discuss the surprising agreement between Amazon and Apple that will put Apple TV+ on Amazon Prime Video. Are there winners and losers in this development, and what affect will it have on how you sign up for the service? What are the financial arrangements between the two streaming players? Charlotte and Chuck also talk about the new movie that was shot with the Apple Vision Pro in mind and why one of them isn’t interested in seeing it.
The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Mark Fuccio consider New York Mayor Eric Adams forgetfulness when it comes to his iPhone password, and the use cases for Apple’s newest AI model.
Our conversation with Jason Snell about the 4th edition of Take Control of Photos for Take Control Books wraps up with a look at the power of the Photos app for users of all skill levels. Enhancements such as Photographic styles change the game by providing more post-capture options than ever before. Jason also covers getting more out of our photos by printing or making custom books and projects, and how that has become more of a focus in the latest version of Photos. (Part 2)
Jason Snell has released the 4th edition of Take Control of Photos for Take Control Books to cover the most recent updates to the Photos app on all of Apple’s operating systems. Jason explains why Photos has undergone more of a redesign than an upgrade, utilizing machine learning to help you do more than ever before with your photos. Also more unified than ever is the interface across Mac, iPhone, and iPad which helps in overcoming the resistance to adopting new features. Jason touches on how the improved search capabilities and customizable collections enhance the user experience and utilization of photos.
John Brayton of Golden Hill Software has released a Mac version of his popular RSS reader, Unread. Available on iOS and iPad OS already, John explains why he felt it was time to fill out the collection for the desktop, citing the changing ways we work and interact online, the changes in social media and how people get their news, and the thought processes behind his pricing decisions.
Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet analyze the European Union’s increasing regulatory pressure on major tech firms, especially but not limited to Apple. Their advocacy for a more open iOS seems to be at the expense of users privacy in favor of…what? Fines? To wrap up, we discuss why every Ferrari owner should […]
Microsoft is behind bringing a nuclear reactor in Pennsylvania out of mothballs to help drive their AI initiatives .Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet have conflicting thoughts on the benefits and rationale behind this from a variety of perspectives. Along with that, they also have different opinions on a new essay by […]
Does the fact that a recent evaluation placing the iPhone 16 Pro Max camera in fourth place behind some competitors really matter? Dave Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet talk about having the camera as part of a phone that you want to use. as well as just how close the rankings were. The panel has thoughts on Oprah Winfrey buying back the rights to a documentary about her life and the effect of Apple putting a budget on future movie projects.
The MacVoices Live! panel of Dave Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet look at why Apple has withdrawn its investment interests in OpenAI, and what it means for Apple Intelligence. The panel also looks at the loss of respected Apple news site iMore, how long the content will be available, and why it happened.
Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner discuss the latest Apple TV+ news, including Oprah Winfrey buying back the rights to her life story after the movie was made, how Apple’s decision on a limit on movie-making budgets will affect future programming, and the benefits and drawbacks of an ad-supported service tier. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24243.mp3 Show Notes: Chapters: Links: Guests: Charlotte […]
In the 2024-09 Update, Chuck gives a brief update on the new MacVoices web site that includes a new blog option to provide information that just doesn’t fit in a full MacVoices show, as well as a way to schedule updates and more. The MacVoices Live! schedule is explained and the ad tracking subject tackled, along with support options and the monthly Support Report.
Target has a new curbside option that works with CarPlay. Is this the start of more businesses focusing on CarPlay as a method of consumer outreach? What is the best way to buy a new iPhone? Carrier or directly from Apple? Which Apple Store has what in stock? Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Web Bixby cover these topics as well as sharing a cautionary tale of hardware failure and data loss (unless you are smart enough to back up). http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24241.mp3MacVoices DiscordMacVoices is supported by the new MacVoices Discord, our latest benefit for MacVoices Patrons. Sign up, get access, and jin the conversations at Patreon.com/macvoices.Show Notes:Chapters:00:00 Target's New CarPlay Feature10:55 AI and Messaging Innovations11:35 iPhone Delivery Date Delays21:54 Updates on Drobo and Storage Solutions26:34 Final Thoughts and ConnectionsLinks:Target Now Offers Curbside Pickup for Orders Through CarPlayhttps://www.mactrast.com/2024/09/target-now-offers-curbside-pickup-for-orders-through-carplay/iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max Shipping Estimates Extending Into Octoberhttps://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/13/iphone-16-pro-max-now-shipping-in-october/InventoryWatchhttps://inventorywatch.app/Guests:Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @brian8944@mastodon.cloud.Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @jgamet@mastodon.social on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet.David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @daveg65@mastodon.cloud.Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession ‘firsts,’ including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC).Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He’s been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim@techhub.social on Mastodon.Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? 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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Web Bixby cover these topics as well as sharing a cautionary tale of hardware failure and data loss (unless you are smart enough to back up).
This MacVoices Live! session focused on two topics. The first was the FDA approval of Apple AirPods as OTC hearing aids, and the Apple Watch’s ability to diagnose sleep apnea. While neither will replace professional devices and services, they can open improved health to many. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, […]
The MacVoices Live! panel ordered new devices and things were smooth…mostly. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby discuss a Goldman Sachs fail as well as some other issues that cropped up. Apple Card may change back end providers and the panel looks at what that might mean for end users. Then, the conversation shifts to the recently released OS upgrades, who dove in and who decided to play it close to the chest.
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby look at an extended cut of Napoleon and who wants a longer movie and look at a smart watch band that can give you hand gestures. The MacVoices Live! panel also considers a new move by the EU regulators and debate whether it is just the calm before the storm, and focus on yet another positive AirTag story.
MacVoices has a brand new, rebuilt-from-the-ground up. This Briefing walks you through both new and relocated features and highlights accessibility to all of our assets, communication channels, and social media presences. Not sure where something is? This tour will make sure you are getting the most out of MacVoices.
Would you pay for a better virtual assistant? Amazon seems to think so, with reports of a superior AI-oriented Alexa is coming. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby look at whether this is a good idea, sparking a broader discussion of AI andsmart assistant satisfaction and expectations. They then turn their attention to yet another allegation against Apple by Spotify, and speculate on who might buy them and why.
The MacVoices Live! panel discusses Citibank's prediction of Apple as the top AI stock pick for 2025 amidst market fluctuations and analyze Intel's struggles, highlighting Apple's growing competitive edge with their M-series chips. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby also review Canva's decision to raise prices by up to 300% for new AI features, Microsoft’s complaints about gaming that sound vaguely familiar, and more.
This Vision Pro Focus episode wraps up as Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, and Chuck Joiner consider how gaming on the Apple Vision Pro differs from other “immersive” gaming and interactive experiences. They look at both new and classic titles, discuss the role of third-party controllers in enhancing the gameplay, and tackle a different category of entertainment that focus on personal expression and collaboration. The session wraps up with the possibilites for great viewer engagement in live sports broadcasts.
Eric Bolden and Marty Jencius of Vision ProFiles and host Chuck Joiner take on the topic of entertainment on the Apple Vision Pro. Classifying entertainment experiences into passive (movies) vs.interactive (games), we consider what works best for which audiences, consider the educational aspects of AVP entertainment and the ability to personalize viewing environments. (Part 1) http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24233.mp3 […]
The MacVoices Live! panel concludes the discussion of Apple’s Glowtime event and the product announcements with a deep dive into Apple Intelligence expectations, environmental concerns, and use cases. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Patrice Brend’amour also discuss the live events of the past vs. the pre-recorded ones of the present, how the presenters and presentations themselves have evolved, and who these events are really for.
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Patrice Brend’amour turn their attention to the iPhone 16 portion of Apple’s Glowtime event, who will be upgrading and who will be waiting. New camera features, storage options and of course, iPhone 16 vs. iPhone 16 Pro Mac all affected the decision-making process. The panel then transitioned into comments on the event itself, its intended audience, and how Apple Intelligence will be rolled out.
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, and Patrice Brend’amour continue the discussion of Apple’s Glowtime event by finishing up on the Apple Watch before moving on to the new Apple AirPod models and how they change the product line-up. The implications of the new hearing aid feature and Apple’s focus on […]
A bonus-sized MacVoices Live! panel assembled to discuss Apple’s Glowtime event, the announcements, and who is buying what. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, and Patrice Brend’amour start with the Apple Watch announcements. They outline their purchase decisions while clarifying confusion on which Apple Watch has the largest screen, cover some of the health metrics, and debate the blood oxygen sensor’s presence in U.S.-bound watches. (Part 1)
In another catch-up with a company we met at NAB show, Abe Feinberg, Co-Founder and CEO of The Prismatic Company, gives us an update on their LightWeave series of apps that can help you build and update quality video content at scale. Abe talks about the betas that are available by request, their upcoming visit to IBC, and how their text-to-video engine creates from the very first sentence.
The second part of our conversation with Joe Kissell, who’s newest book is Take Control of Sequoia, shifts to his assessments of Apple Intelligence in the upcoming macOS, as well as some thoughts on the general state of large language models and their uses. Joe draws on some personal examples as he analyzes what Apple Intelligence may mean for all of us.
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, and Web Bixby discuss how smart watch use has spread, with the Apple Watch leading the pack. The panel debates the implications of Meta apparently throwing in the towel on competing with the Apple Vision Pro, and the wisdom of Microsoft sending its recall feature out to testers again. Threads is testing expiring posts, leading the panel to contrast one company wanting to capture everything you do on your computer, and another wanting to let you put a time limit on social posts. But will they really disappear?
Terri Morgan, Co-Founder and Principle Designer and Chris Demiris, Co-Founder and Principal Engineer of Luma Touch are back to discuss two new features to LumaFusion: Speed Ramping and Enhance Keyframing. They explain why speed ramping was their most requested feature, and how they have improved the process of keyframing. The discussion also touches on grids, an adjustable […]
The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, and Web Bixby discuss the implications of Apple CFO Luca Maestri’s departure and what, if anything, it means for the company. Then, a debate ensues over an article claiming that Apple podcasts are loosing market share to YouTube and Spotify, The differences between aggregation and […]
The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, and Web Bixby discuss the implications of Apple CFO Luca Maestri’s departure and what, if anything, it means for the company. Then, a debate ensues over an article claiming that Apple podcasts are loosing market share to YouTube and Spotify, The differences between aggregation and […]
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Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner discuss the anticipated return of "Ted Lasso" and the implications of confirmed cast members, alongside the uncertainty of Jason Sudeikis's role. The hosts also delve into other Apple TV+ content, praising "Dark Matter” as one of Chuck’s new favorites and highlighting the upcoming return of "Slow Horses,” a show Charlotte and Chuck can agree on. The show concludes with some news about the future of TV+ Talk on both MacVoices and The Addition.
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The MacVoices Update for 2024-08 includes information on some of the schedule disruptions for MacVoices Live! in August, and covers a new partnership between MacVoices and another podcast. One last teaser before something new and this month’s Support Report are all included.
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Epic Games' recent grant to support alternative app stores in the EU raises question of self-interest, conflicts of interest, or whether this represents a genuine push for innovation. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Mark Fuccio, and Web Bixby look at a laughable claim by Google comparing their user privacy focus with Apple’s consider the potential impacts on Apple and the app ecosystem. The panel also discusses new EU regulations requiring developers to disclose personal information, exploring the implications for developer privacy.
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Mark Fuccio, and Web Bixby look at a laughable claim by Google comparing their user privacy focus with Apple’s. There seems to be a bit of a backlash against AI, based on Procreate's rejection of AI in favor of traditional art and Halide's new app on raw photography without the benefit of on-iPhone processing. Finally, the panel considers layoffs at GM and Sonos and the implications on their struggles with software development and user experience.
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The MacVoices Live! panel looks at the web accessibility for Apple Podcasts, which enhances distribution for creators. We also explore enhancements to the Apple Sports app, now featuring NFL and college football scores with a focus on user experience through a cleaner interface and reduced advertisements. Lastly, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Mark Fuccio, and Web Bixby […]
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Charlotte Henry of The Addition joins us to explain how the iPhone will soon play a critical role in English football (soccer for those of us in the U.S.). Not only could that role affect the experience of those attending, but also of the game itself from a officiating perspective. All that from the same […]
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Did you know that Microsoft knows about software vulnerabilities in their Mac software and decided not to patch them? Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Mark Fuccio and Web Bixby talk about how some are locked in to Office365 in spite of the risks. The panel also looks at Apple’s decision to scale back screen recording notifications in the upcoming OS release, and whether the dial needs to be turned off even further.
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In a short MacVoices Briefing, Chuck relates how the small investment in a screen protector saved him from a costly iPhone screen repair, and why you should consider on for at least your phone and Apple Watch. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24125.mp3 Show Notes: Links: amFilm Easiest Installation OneTouch for iPhone 15 Pro Max Screen Protector 2 Pack – […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, and Eric Bolden put cybersecurity first in a discussion about why a surprisingly high percentage of those warned of password vulnerabilities simply ignore the notice, or are unaware of what to do. They also look at a hacker who demonstrated a laughable […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel revisit the question of Samsung’s “imitation" of Apple’s designs with a surprise entry into the discussion. The also consider Tim Sweeney’s latest attack on Apple and why it hurts his credibility, and a data breach of nearly three billion (with a “B”) individuals information. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, and Eric Bolden use that as an intro to a conversation about biometric data privacy, data security, and adequate sanctions against those who do not protect customers data.
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, and Eric Bolden go in deep on a new J.D. Power on customer satisfaction the their in-car entertainment options. While CarPlay got CarPlay is still at the top of the heap, and the options developed by the auto manufactures are at the bottom. So why are some, notably GM, refusing to include CarPlay moving forward? The panel tries to make sense of it all.
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At the start of this MacVoices Live! session we pay tribute to Susan Wojcicki, former CEO of YouTube, discussing her pivotal role in shaping online media. Then, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, and Eric Bolden then shift to a report on trends in iPad sales indicating a rise in demand for the higher-end iPad Pro at the expense of the iPad Air and Mini, reflecting a consumer shift towards premium devices.
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The conversation about software subscriptions with Jeff Gamet, Dave Ginsburg, and Patrice Brend’amour on The Mac Show on The British Tech Network with an analysis of application usage and subscriptions on iOS vs. macOS. Alternatives to subscription software are considered including open-source software and Setapp’s model for app access, and the option of micropayments.
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In the first part of a cross-post from The Mac Show on The British Tech Network, Jeff Gamet, Dave Ginsburg, and Patrice Brend’amour discuss the shift from one-time purchases to subscription software models, examining both the benefits and challenges this brings for developers and users alike. Predictable revenue streams that subscriptions offer developers for continuous improvements are weighed against user […]
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This MacVoices Briefing summarizes Chuck’s experience with the BIGASUO 15.6 Portable Monitor, an option for taking your dual-screen productivity experience on the road. With a smart cover included, three screen modes, and two connectivity options, the BIGASUO is worth a look if you are in the market for a portable monitor.
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Jeff Gamet and Chuck Joiner continue their discussion of wearables on The Mac Show on The British Tech Network, turning to smart glasses and smart clothes. Issues that crop up include power usage and privacy concerns over potentially intimate tracking, privacy, and data collection. They touch on the past Apple-Nike collaboration, and debate the accuracy of step counts in wearables. Other possible issues include kinetic charging, extra batter power, and more. (Part 2)
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In a cross-post from The Mac Show on The British Tech Network, Interim host Jeff Gamet and Chuck Joiner delved into the rapidly evolving topic of Apple wearables, particularly exploring the hypothetical concept of an Apple ring. Jeff and Chuck speculated on the potential design and functionalities of such a device, envisioning its role in health monitoring and device control. The challenges of charging a smart ring, thoughts from Chat Room participant Magic Man about enhancing AirPods, and introducing an AI controller pendant were part of the discussion before touching on the part geolocation capabilities play in wearables. (Part 1)
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Meta's stance on AI access in the EU seems strangely familiar. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby compare it to Apple’s “wait-and-see” strategy with some of its challenges across the pond. We also look at the practice of training AI using scraped data from an ethical standpoint, consider how educators are using the whole AI situation, and highlight a new Apple resources for social engineering education.
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This time, the MacVoices Live! pane looks at Apple's continued dominance in the smart personal audio market, despite a reported slight sales decline. We explore the evolution of wireless earbuds, with Apple leading in design and functionality. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea and Web Bixby discuss how their own usage patterns vary from sticking to Safari to exploring Chrome and Edge for compatibility needs. Privacy features, emphasized by Apple and Firefox, drive a debate on clarity in privacy policies. Then, Meta's emulation of Apple's Vision Pro features sparks discussions on user experience and tech market impact.
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Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Dave Ginsburg, Mike Potter, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby disagree on the Samsung's Galaxy Watch Ultra's resemblance to Apple's design, address the recent Squarespace security breach, and highlight platform developers' role in ensuring user safety. The panel wraps up with a broader discussion of security on a variety of platforms.
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Co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner discuss Apple TV+ negotiating more Hollywood film licenses, debating the balance between original content and variety. They explore the potential introduction of ads to enhance revenue and consider incorporating non-Apple content on the platform.
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In this episode of MacVoices, Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, David Ginsburg, Mike Potter, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby cover a data breach involving AT&T's call logs, discussing the implications for privacy and security, including the ethics of ransomware payments and highlighting the importance of data protection and backups. The panel also touches on how a U.S. Appeals Court decision impacts the future of net neutrality and lawmakers' understanding of the issue.
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Vision Pro Focus is a new series produced as a partnership between MacVoices and the Vision ProFiles Podcast. In the first episode, co-hosts Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, and Eric Bolden discuss the surprising topic of social interaction using the Apple Vision Pro. Mary and Eric discuss the environment created by inSpaze, how it functions, and the social interactions that are occurring there as everyone gets familiar with the new concept of spatial computing.
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The MacVoices Update for 2024-07 covers the doubling up of new content and the “Road to Macstock” series and why you should care about Macstock even if you didn’t attend. A couple new items for MacVoices are teased, some updates on scheduling, and the month’s Support Report conclude the update.
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After Amazon Prime Day, Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, David Ginsburg, Mike Potter, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Web Bixby share some of the items that tempted them, and those they purchased. A PC emulator for iOS has been approved on the App Store, and the panel debates its significance for running old software and vintage games on iOS devices. Exploring technical aspects of emulation, the cover performance considerations and compatibility with different operating systems. Speculating on Apple's motivations for approval, the conversation concludes with a reflection on the uses of emulation for accessing old software, playing classic games, and the impact on user experiences.
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President Biden's withdrawal from the presidential race sparked discussions on the state of social media, particularly X (formerly Twitter). The panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, and Jim Rea look at use of social media to deliver messages directly, bypassing traditional media filters. The conversation also covered Google's discontinuation of its URL shortener, reflecting on adapting to tech changes, humorously blending insights on tech, politics, and media intersections. Oh yes, and iPhones are still secure if the OS is kept up-to-date.
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The MacVoices Live! panel dives into the CrowdStrike incident, sharing personal experiences with system crashes caused by the system update to Windows.. Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby explore the technical aspects of the issue, highlighting the wide-ranging effects on industries like airlines and hospitals. The conversation turns to the inevitable questions of accountability, legal implications, and the necessity for enhanced change management practices to avoid future crises.
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, James Baraniak, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Mark Fuccio, Eric Bolden, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, and Web Bixby look at why Sigma’s interface generation tool so perfectly copied Apple’s app, and the questions it raises about AI training, intellectual property boundaries and corporate responsibility in AI use. On a more humorous note (since it had a happy ending), we talk about how a HomePod alerted a family to a kitchen fire started by their dog.
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A number of tech stories are on the slate for this MacVoices Live! panel. We start off looking at Microsoft’s ban on Android phones in China and cybersecurity implications. Next, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, James Baraniak, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Mark Fuccio, Eric Bolden, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, and Web Bixby analyze the […]
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Lessons in security and privacy that can be learned from the recent security determinations surrounding the much-maligned Rabbit are highlighted by Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Web Bixby, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, and Guy Serle. So many were so anxious to try what was the latest device that they didn’t look before they left. The MacVoices Live! panel dig into how it happened and why it shouldn’t be a surprise. To wrap up, we try to figure out what is behind Motorola’s entry into the Bluetooth tracker market.
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The MacVoices Live! panel looks at the EU's scrutiny of Meta's pay or consent model, pondering potential fines and implications for the tech industry. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Web Bixby, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, and Mark Fuccio also analyze Ticketmaster's data breach notifications, reflecting on electronic ticketing security. Shifting focus to the U.S. Treasury's crypto tax rules, we explore the impact on market legitimacy and illicit activities. The conversation extends to the EU tech landscape, highlighting companies like Siemens and Accenture, and the EU's stance on American tech giants. Various tangents include digital transactions, converting crypto gains, and financial analogies in modern markets.
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The 2024 version of Macstock Conference and Expo is in the books, and a majority of the MacVoices Live! panel were in attendance. Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, David Ginsburg, Mike Potter, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby look back at the weekend’s events and some of their favorite aspects and presentations. If you didn’t make it, find out how you can still benefit from the year’s best Apple user event.
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How long should a HomePod last? Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Web Bixby, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, and Mark Fuccio discuss the lifespan of Apple’s smart speaker along with other hardware, and how it could be maximized. The conversation also includes how Mastodon is trying to become the journalists social media platform of choice, why X is still arguably the best platform for news, and how that could change.
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Catching up on some MacVoices discussions, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Web Bixby, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, and Mark Fuccio cover Apple’s stock reaching a record high, Phil Schiller’s involvement with OpenAI, and the strong presence of iPads in the tech market. The conversation also delves into a new Beats Pill speaker, enhanced with better sound […]
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Dell employees surprised their management by deciding, in large numbers, to live with the disincentives put in place to encourage their return to the office. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, and Mark Fuccio discuss the implications for the company, as well as the larger world of work. Next, they answer the […]
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Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner discuss the impending release of the Apple Vision Pro in the U.K. before turning their attention to some of the upcoming releases on Apple TV+ and Apple’s approach to programming. They analyze the future of media consumption and the diverse content offerings on the Apple TV+, spanning genres from dramas to sports. […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, James Baraniak, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Mark Fuccio, Eric Bolden, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, and Web Bixby has an emotional reaction to the return of The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) under a new owner. The domain was acquired and transformed into an AI-re-written site. […]
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As the big event approaches, we wrap up this year’s Road to Macstock Conference and Expo series with one more visit by organizer Mike Potter to get the last minute information on sponsors, last-minute registrations, walk-in policies, and more. See you there! Visit Macstock Conference and Expo and use the MacVoices discount code MACVOICES to save $30 on […]
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Our next stop on The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo is with Kelly Guimont who talks about value of the “hallway track” at conferences for fostering meaningful connections among attendees. Then, she previews her presentation on enhancing attention and focus through doodling and note-taking. The conversation touches on the science behind memory retention related to […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, and Mark Fuccio take a MacVoices Live! look at Amazon’s potential plan to charge for its AI assistant, Alexa, and its implications. The discussion also touches on the US ban on Kaspersky software due to security concerns, lack of transparency, and AI companies scraping websites despite privacy […]
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The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo is getting short, but we’re not done yet. Jeff Gamet of The Context Machine (among other projects) talks about how his presentation will approach to smart home automation, and why it probably won’t start where you think it will. He will also share his best tip for taking on the automation challenge. […]
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First off, Apple and the EU clash over withheld features due to the DMA, sparking debate on Apple’s motives and implications for their EU relations. Then, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, and Mark Fuccio look at a reason for the discontinuation of Apple Card’s buy now, pay later feature. Finally, the panel members […]
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Our conversation with Joe Kissell about his new title, Take Control of Solving Mac Problems, continues with his thoughts on recovery mode, the importance of RAM capacity, and more insights from the book. Joe also provides valuable guidance for effectively tackling Mac-related challenges in performance and speed. (Part 2) http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24180.mp3 Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Introduction00:40 Troubleshooting Techniques: Recovery […]
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Joe Kissell discusses his new book on Mac problem-solving, Take Control of Solving Mac Problems. He merges and updates elements from tis previous works into a comprehensive guide, emphasizing the importance of techniques like running Disk Utility and more. The evolution of Mac technology, impacts of SSDs and M-series processors, and tips for upgrading older […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, and Mark Fuccio look at the veracity and logic of reports that Apple’s plans for the evolution of the Vision Pro have changed. Factors discussed included the source of the rumors, Apple’s strategic planning, technical insights into chip sets and processing power, and more. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24178.mp3 […]
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The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo takes us back to Mike Potter, this time not as the organizer but as a presenter at the Friday workshop sessions. Mike will deliver an introduction to through his journey in using it to deliver Macstock content, and not just for it’s streaming capabilities. He discusses the software’s integration with […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs discuss the Surgeon General’s proposal for social media warning labels and their potential impact on online behavior. The discussion gets personal as panel members talk about some of their own challenges and the difficulty of breaking habits. We also share an amusing example of why […]
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The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo takes us to a conversation with someone we always learn from, Mike Schmitz of Practical PKM. Mike discusses his workshop that will focus on personal knowledge management, intentional living, and journaling for personal growth. He emphasizes translating complex concepts into practical applications, using vision and values for guidance, and […]
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The MacVoices Update for 2024-06 covers a very productive June series of shows, the new MacVoices Discord, why you should be paying attention to MacVoices Magazine, why you should attend Macstock Conference and Expo, and the month’s Support Report. Visit Macstock Conference and Expo and use the MacVoices discount code MACVOICES to save $30 on your […]
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This Road to Macstock Conference and Expo session features another speaker who is not only presenting on the conference stage, but is also delivering one of the Friday workshops. Marty Jencius of the Vision ProFiles podcast discusses his workshop on AI, focusing on practical applications for enhancing work productivity. He emphasizes hands-on learning and aims to provide attendees […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs have thoughts on the controversies surrounding Adobe, including user ownership issues and legal actions over subscription practices. Panel members comment on personal experiences with Adobe service pricing and subscription confusion. The discussion turns to privacy-related news, including Sonos’ recent change in terms of service, […]
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Next up on The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo is a conversation with Kirschen Seah of Free Range Coder about her presentation that will focus on taking your home automation to the next level. How standards like Matter and Thread are improving compatibility with the smart home device universe will be a key aspect […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs considered Apple bonds and their tax strategies as an investment alternative to Apple Stock (no investment advice intended!). Then, the MacVoices Live! panel express concerns about transparency and credibility in the software market, especially in light of recent ownership changes in apps like Bartender. […]
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Jill McKinley joins The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo for the second time. Last year she brought a stick. This year, she will focus on the versatility of Notion beyond being “just” a database tool. Jill highlights its project management and productivity features and talks about how she uses it for task management, note-taking, and […]
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In a financial-focused discussion, the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs try to make sense of the agreement between Apple and OpenIA for the latter’s ChatGPT service as part of the upcoming releases of the operating systems, and the lack of money trading hands. The panel […]
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Another brand new stop on The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo is a conversation with Michael D.J. Eisenberg, The Tech-Savvy Lawyer. Michael discusses about how he became a dedicated Mac user, and how his talk will on insights into using artificial intelligence for automation tools like Hazel, AppleScript, TextExpander, and Microsoft Word. He also offers a tip […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs take a MacVoices Live! look at a fabricated interview that had Sony apologizing and Ticketmaster’s data breach that they seem to be silent on. We wrap up with a discussion of email as social media, audience database management, and the ease of using email for personal interactions in […]
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Next up on The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo is our first with both a Macstock speaker and workshop presenter. Allison Sheridan of The Nosillacast discusses her workshop that will focus on “tiny Mac tips” and her interpretation of the Macstock’s “Level Up” theme for the event that will inform her conference session. Allison also shares […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel looks at Sam Altman and OpenAI’s recent activities, including their deal with Apple and interest from Microsoft. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs explore Altman’s role in AI development and analyze Microsoft’s investment in OpenAI. The conversation also covers Spotify’s pricing strategies and security issues with Microsoft’s Recall feature. […]
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On The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo, Brett Terpstra shares some insights about his session on email management strategies. Brett emphasizes the enduring significance of email and will provide tips for efficient organization without complex scripting. While he will focus on what can be done within a given email client, there will also be mentions […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs take on a range of topics, from AirTag’s successful tool recovery to Google’s privacy issues and Microsoft’s AI integration. We explore the pros and cons of AI advancements, while considering privacy, job security, and the broader impact of AI in daily life. We look at the automation […]
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David Ginsburg of InTouch with iOS discusses his presentation at the upcoming Macstock Conference and Expo, emphasizing networking and community among Apple and tech enthusiasts. David previews his presentation on Apple services, covering Apple One, iCloud, Apple TV+, Apple Music, Apple News, Apple Arcade, Apple Card, and Apple Care, to name more than a few. […]
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To wrap up our NAB 2024 coverage, we talked to Glen Mulcahy about his many activities – collaborations with Tilta and LumaTouch, as well as his training work at the CNN Academy preparing journalists for election coverage using mobile technology.He emphasized the need for responsible journalism in the digital era, particularly in combating disinformation and AI manipulation […]
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Our next stop on The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo is a conversation with Dave Hamilton of Mac Geek Gab. Dave will be giving attendees a look behind the curtain at his podcast workflow emphasizing efficiency and leveraging technology for productivity. Dave and Chuck both underscore the welcoming atmosphere, networking opportunities, and learning experiences at Macstock. Visit […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, Michael Shabun, Vice President, Business Development & Marketing at Insta360 North America talks to us shortly after the announcement of the new Insta360 X4. This feature-packed action camera boasts 8K resolution and an AI 5NM chip for in-camera image processing. It bridges the gap between 360-degree cameras and traditional single-lens […]
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Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner review the Apple TV+ announcements at Apple Worldwide Developer Conference keynote, focusing on the service’s quality-driven strategy and user interface compared to other streaming services. Shows present and future, including Loot, Shrinking, Franklin, and Manhunt were discussed, and a shift towards situational comedies explored. All this content leads to the […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Guy Serle, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Kelly Guimont, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs examine the efforts by Humane Pin to sell the company for substantial amounts of money, and how that reflects on the company’s founding, investor motivations, and wearable technology interests. To wrap up, the panel looks at Microsoft’s Recall and concerns surrounding privacy and data security, […]
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Our trip down the Road to Macstock Conference and Expo takes us to first-time presenter Brian Flanigan-Arthurs. His unique presentation will discuss navigating sports content in the Apple ecosystem as a cord-cutter. The challenges and advantages of accessing sports content without traditional cable subscriptions, the changing landscape of sports streaming, and the complexities of in-market and […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, Melanie Kubasik, Sales Director for iStorage, discussed their options for securely storing your data whether it is on the desktop or on one of their portable devices. Their solutions encrypt the data on their device, accessible by entering in a numeric code. For the enterprise, the device can have both a user and an administrator password. If the password is entered incorrectly too often, the device securely deletes the data. Melanie talks about the form factors and colors available, how the security engages for the portable models, and demonstrates how the access process works.
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The MacVoices Panel provided their thoughts, opinions, and favorite features on Apple’s WWDC keynote announcements in a full-length session that saw panel members coming and going due to schedule commitments. From why we loved the opening skit to the positive reaction as indicated by the Apple stock price, operating system updates to the much anticipated […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Guy Serle, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Kelly Guimont, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs discuss the rise of the Apple News’ importance to a variety of audiences. From being a great way to obtain curated news and access to magazines to growing part of Appel’s Services revenue stream to a possible savior for some online publications in the fight to obtain readers and generate revenue of their own, Apple News is no longer being overlooked.
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Guy Serle, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Kelly Guimont, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs discuss the rise of the Apple News’ importance to a variety of audiences. From being a great way to obtain curated news and access to magazines to growing part of Appel’s Services revenue stream to a possible savior for some online publications in the fight to obtain readers and generate revenue of their own, Apple News is no longer being overlooked.
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The biggest event inside Macstock Conference and Expo is the annual Macstock Film Festival, organized and hosted by Wally Cherwinski. An accomplished videographer in his own right, Wally shares his thoughts on why you (yes, you!) should be creating a submission and joining in the fun. No prizes, no judging and no pressure mean that anyone can be part of the Festival. Wally provides some tips on how to approach a subject, creating something from content you already have, and the emotional impact of preserving memories through video.
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From NAB in Las Vegas, a chance meeting with Norigin Media CEO Ajey Anand led to a great discussion about how they develop user experience TV apps for various platforms. Norigin collaborate with broadcasters to deliver content on smart TVs, highlighting challenges in aligning with different tech giants’ UI/UX visions. Ajey emphasizes adaptability in the evolving TV streaming […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, Brennan Murphy, Marketing & Video Manager for SnapStream, explains how their service shift from on-premises to cloud-based, providing real-time clipping and TV access. SnapStream, originally used by The Daily Show, acts as a DVR for users to record and clip cable content conveniently. The platform’s AI features enable quick searches through closed […]
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Our conversation with Joe Kissell about the 5th edition of his Take Control of Your Online Privacy continues with a focus on smart devices and the data they are collecting. Joe advises against oversharing on social media and implementing steps like using alternative search engines, email, and VPNs to bolster privacy, as well as adjustments to […]
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Joe Kissell shares insights on online privacy in his book, Take Control of Your Online Privacy, 5th Edition, stressing the importance of staying informed on privacy issues amidst evolving technology threats. He focuses on practical high and medium priority privacy concerns for everyday individuals, advising prioritization based on individual risk profiles. Emphasizing the impact of advertisers collecting extensive personal data, Joe provides tips on data sharing. He cautions against oversharing personal information online and offers steps to enhance online privacy highlighting the need to be proactive in understanding and addressing online privacy risks. (Part 1)
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From NAB in Las Vegas, Laura Davidson, Senior Market Development Manager for Shure demonstrated the MoveMic, a direct-to-phone wireless lavalier microphone with noise reduction and high pass filters, available in different kits. Laura also shows us the capabilities of the Shure MV7+ microphone, featuring USB-C and XLR outputs, auto level mode, denoiser, popper stopper, high […]
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In the Atomos booth at NAB in Las Vegas, Shaki Prasanna, Creative Collaboration Director, explained how their Ninja Phone product transforms an iPhone into a high-quality monitor and recorder with the features of the traditional Ninja devices. The device enhances functionality by providing input/output connections for ProRes or H.265 recording directly onto the iPhone. While not intended to replace professional recording devices, Ninja Phone offers convenience for shooting, editing, and publishing content to social media. Shaki highlighted its versatility with accessories, various recording formats, and advanced features while maintaining user-friendliness.
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, and Web Bixby take on a variety of topics, including OpenAI releasing a ChatGPT app for Mac, potential successors to Tim Cook at Apple and Apple securing the supply of TSMC's two nanometer chips. On a broader topic basis, the panel looks at the U.S. House passing the Ticket Act, and the new SEC requirement for institutions to disclose security incidents within 30 days. Finally those lucky few panelists discussed their experiences with the new iPads, focusing on features like the OLED screen, Apple Pencil functionality, and performance.
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The big announcement in the MacVoices Update for May, 2024 is the opening of the new MacVoices Discord. Chuck covers the what’s, why’s, and how’s of the Discord and how to access it. He also asks for your help in spreading the MacVoices word, talks about the ongoing release of NAB interviews, and invites you […]
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An Apple Pencil shadow? We look at why it makes sense. Then, Scarlett Johansson’s legal battle with OpenAI over the use of her voice in an AI assistant is explored by the MacVoices Live! panel. The discussion examines OpenAI’s alleged voice imitation attempts after Johansson refused to license her voice. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Guy […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, we connected with Doc Rock, Community Manager for Ecamm Network and Eden Liu, Customer Service Manager and EP of Camo Livestreams, for Reincubate/Camo, in a conversation focused on the importance of diverse representation in the tech industry. They shared insights on breaking stereotypes and encouraging more women, especially minorities, to pursue careers in […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, Liza Kraff, Head of Customer Success for Scenery, walks us through their all-in-one solution for collaborative video editing. Scenery addresses industry pain points by providing intuitive features for seamless asset management, editing, and review processes. Liza showcases AI-driven quick cuts and platform-specific customization during the demo, highlighting real-time editing and collaboration […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, and Marty Jencius try to make sense of the furor over Apple’s “Crush” ad…and fail. Apple reportedly stopped $7 billion worh of fraudulent transactions over a four year period, not to mention deleting a staggering number of bad actor accounts. The panel discusses the […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, we caught up with Software Engineer Taylor Pearce for Skyglass, who discussed virtual production app for iOS that offers 100 virtual environments through Unreal Engine, allowing users to easily create a range of videos. While using a green or blue screen is recommended, Skyglass includes an effective background remover, and the […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, Joe Nassar, USA Brand Marketing Manager for Saramonic, showcases their latest products including the upgraded BlinkMe U2 series for mobile content creation and the versatile Blink 500 Pro X B2R with lavaliers and onboard recording. Saramonic’s products cater to creators of all levels with user-friendly features and innovative technology. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24136.mp3 […]
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From NAB in Las Vegas, we get an update on the latest tools focused on a video production workflow from Other World Computing Founder and CEO Larry O’Connor. Larry highlights the Electron’s 4 TB capacity, the speed of Thunderblade X8, and the versatility of the CFexpress A memory cards, emphasizing customer feedback in product development. The Envoy […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, Jason Jiang, the Founder of TopDirector, showed off his hardware and software-based NDI video workflow for iOS. With 2 iPhones, a Mac, and an iPad, TopDirector can connect it all together using NDI, switch between them, and give you a fully-featured live production set-up. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24134.mp3 Show Notes: Chapters: 00:02 Introduction to […]
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From NAB in Las Vegas, Rob Walch, Vice President of Podcaster Relations for Libsyn, talks about the state and evolution of podcasting, including the significance of word-of-mouth marketing. We cover the advertising options open to podcasters, and ad placement within podcasts from both the effectiveness and listener engagement perspectives. Rob introduces Libsyn Ads for programmatic ad […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, Driscoll Bowlby, Technical Sales for Techflex, profiles a few of their products that make cable organization a breeze. F6, a split-wrappable solution, easily applied, removed or added to. FlexoWrap offers a Velcro closure as an alternative. Available in multiple colors and made of durable yet lightweight PET material braided for strength, Techflex […]
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On the show floor at NAB in Las Vegas, Mathias Näslund, a professional filmmaker and Co-Founder and CEO of CRDBAG, discusses their unique system designed for professional gear, which includes pouches in various sizes with velcro strips and hooks for easy organization. Included in their system are predefined title patches and color coding for easy […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, Nilay Patel, Co-Founder and Vice President, Sales for Backblaze discusses their cloud storage services and backup solutions that have expanded to cater to the evolving needs of its customers. Backblaze differentiates itself by focusing on integrating with customer workflows to improve ease of use and productivity. Nilay provides some examples […]
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At NAB Show in Las Vegas, we received an update on Mapcreator from Managing partner Magdalena (Maggie) Muhr-Manilal. Maggie covers the new Locator Map version for easy map creation with GPS coordinates or zip codes. The tool allows exporting stills in PNG or SVG and features the Mapcreator Suite for interactive maps. They offer customization […]
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The second part of our Briefing on the Wacom One 13” Touch Tablet begins with a discussion of styluses and how they affect tablet performance. Jeff Gamet shares his experiences with sensitivity, feel, battery charging, and build quality. We look at how the Wacom One compares with other products in the tablet line from Wacom […]
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To properly evaluate the Wacom One 13” Touch Tablet, Jeff Gamet joins this Briefing as someone who holds an expert status in creating art with tablets of all descriptions. What started as a normal Briefing turned into a deep discussion of tablets vs. iPads and matching the users needs to the device. The Wacom One perfect […]
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Our annual ‘Road to Macstock‘ series kicks off as organizer Mike Potter talks about the changes to this year’s must-attend Apple event. Some of those changes include a new venue where everything is one place (conference, lodging and food) as well as a third day of workshops, new speakers, and more. Mike also talks about the sessions […]
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This MacVoices session covers a lot of ground. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs touch on the challenges of Passkeys adoption, expressing skepticism about their feasibility due to compatibility issues and system fragmentation. Next, more on the John Stewart/Apple break-up and Spotify’s rumored decision to charge for lossless music vs Apple’s approach. The […]
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We dig deep into the evolution of the iPad as part of the introduction of the M4 iPad. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Mark Fuccio, and Eric Bolden explore the necessity for iPadOS to differentiate from iOS, emphasizing improved file management and cross-application capabilities. The conversation extends to geek expectations, market demands, and Apple’s innovation […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Mark Fuccio, and Eric Bolden fell into a debate over whether macOS should run on the new iPads, discussing the compatibility of the Apple Pencil Pro and engineering challenges in adapting features. They explore merging macOS with iPadOS, considering the advantages of a unified device but noting the limitations […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel convened just hours after Apple’s ‘Let Loose’ event to discuss the new crop of iPads, including an M4 version, as well as a new Apple Pencil. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Mark Fuccio, and Eric Bolden talk about who is buying what, the M4’s iPad premier, nano-texture glass, and more. (Part […]
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Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Eric Bolden consider the issue with iPhone alarms not riniging for some users and Apple’s response. The panel then looks at the cybersecurity challenges faced by governments using Microsoft products because of the history of security breaches targeting Microsoft systems, and the necessity for enhanced security measures in our technology-driven […]
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This MacVoices Live! session starts out as we remember Charles Edge’s contributions to the Mac community. Two members of the MacVoices Live! panel have started a new Apple Vision Pro podcast; they talk about why, and what they have planned. Then, the full panel of Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Eric Bolden speculate on what we […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, Shubh Jagani, Head of Enterprise Product for OpusClip, outlines how their platform automatically generates short clips from long-form video content for social media. OpusClip uses AI to select impactful moments, offers web-based editing tools for customization, and supports various video formats. The platform includes graphic design elements, a scheduler for social […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, and Mark Fuccio delves into the challenges of installing third-party app stores and game emulators on iPhones. We discuss the complexities and friction involved, touching on jailbreaking and the accessibility of apps through these stores. The recent allowance of game emulators on […]
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Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner analyze the impact of Apple TV+ in the streaming market, discussing viewer fatigue, effective marketing strategies, and the significance of exclusive content. They explore changing audience preferences, show cancellations on streaming services, and the potential shift of the movie industry towards streaming platforms. The conversation concludes by recognizing the progress […]
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Marty Jencius and Eric Bolden have started a new podcast, Vision ProFiles, to focus on Apple’s latest product. Eric and Marty discuss their experiences with the Vision Pro headset and their plans for the podcast, aiming to cover news, issues, apps, and have guests share their insights. They highlight the personalized and immersive experiences Vision Pro […]
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In the April 2024 Update, Chuck talks about a busy April schedule that resulted in some programming changes, how and when the rest of the NAB interviews will be available, and hints at some changes coming to MacVoices. The Update wraps up with the Support Report and a reminder about Macstock Conference and Expo. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24115.mp3 […]
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Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, and Mark Fuccio explore the implications of Roku’s increased TV advertising and their new add display method, The MacVoices Live! panel looks at the acquisition of Beeper by Automattic and why it makes sense, and discuss regulatory scrutiny on tech giants like WhatsApp. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24114.mp3 This edition […]
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At NAB Show in Las Vegas, we caught up with the Krotos crew who produced the most interesting software we saw last year. This year, they have expanded and improved on your ability to make your own custom sounds for your projects. Orfeas Boteas, Founder and CEO talks about how the company started, and Matthew Collings, Head […]
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At NAB Show in Las Vegas, Jim Tierney, Chief Executive Anarchist at Digital Anarchy, demonstrated the latest addition to their Beauty Box software. This time, Beauty Box adds the ability to whiten teeth in your video. Jim also introduces the concept of “digital makeup”, provides some thoughts on the state of AI in video production, and why […]
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Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, and Mark Fuccio discuss the potential collaboration between Sam Altman and Jony Ive for an AI-powered personal device, possibly backed by Lauren Powell Jobs, assessing the impact of Ive’s design expertise. The conversation then turns to the Voice Dream Reader subscription model controversy, sparking a debate on ethical […]
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Our conversation with documentary filmmaker David Greelish about his new documentary on one of Apple’s “failures”, Before Macintosh: The Apple Lisa. The discussion into the evolution of personal computing and Lisa’s part in it, why the Apple Vision Pro and the Lisa may share a place in Apple’s legacy going forward, and the impact of […]
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Documentary filmmaker David Greelish shares the story of how his latest effort, Before Macintosh: The Apple Lisa, was rooted in his passion for Apple tech that dates back to his college days. He discusses the evolution of consumer preferences from functionality to design in selecting computers. The conversation explores the significance of Apple’s failures like […]
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At NAB Show in Las Vegas, The Prismatic Company’s Co-Founder and CEO Abe Feinberg and Chief Technology Officer Matthew Feinberg explain how their new LightWeve platform generates videos from text input, and their three apps will focus on three different use cases. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24108.mp3 Show Notes: Chapters: 01:49 Exploring the Lightweave Platform04:50 Video Creation Process and Features10:39 […]
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At NAB Show in Las Vegas, we caught up with Terri Morgan and Chris Demiris of Luma Touch to discuss the latest new features of LumaFusion, some new ones coming shortly, as well as their thoughts on AI in a video production workflow. https://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV240107.mp3 Show Notes: Chapters: 00:46 Exciting 5.0 Release Features02:06 Upcoming Features: Adjustment Layers and More Tracks03:05 […]
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In the second part of our bonus MacVoices After Dark session, the conversation with Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, and Mark Fuccio delves into online debates, the impact of social media echo chambers, and specific comments in discussions. The panel discuss Apple’s practices regarding parts pairing and right to repair […]
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This special MacVoices After Dark show is not only a taste of what our Patreon supporters but also supplements some of the topics covered in recent MacVoices episodes. Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, and Guy Serle cover topics from birdwatching to repair laws impacting tech giants. They tackle challenges faced by tech companies, […]
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Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, and Guy Serle discuss the Sam Bankman-Fried saga and his recent sentencing, along with how he has been portrayed by the media and journalists. This MacVoices Live! session concludes with comments on Microsoft’s motivations for unbundling of Teams and Office. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24104.mp3 Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Introduction07:37 Exploring SBF’s […]
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Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, and Guy Serle examine and critique a new app store model that will debut as a result of the EU’s requirements, and take a look at whether Oregon’s new Right To Repair law will have a significant impact on Apple…or anything, for that matter. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24103.mp3 This edition of MacVoices […]
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Our conversation with Jeff Carlson about his new Take Control of iPhone Photography from Take Control Books continues with topics that range from digital zoom to Macro Mode to low light capabilities, and what else you will learn in his book. (Part 2) http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24102.mp3 This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices After Dark. What happens before […]
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Jeff Carlson and Take Control have published the brand new Take Control of iPhone Photography for those who want to get even more out of the amazing cameras built into their iPhones. Jeff explains how just a little effort and a little knowledge of some of the lesser-known settings can enhance your photographic results dramatically. (Part 1) http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24101.mp3 Today’s […]
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MacVoices Live! takes a financial turn as Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, and Guy Serle look at the meaning of an adjustment to the Apple Savings Account interest rate, and how the DOJ’s claim that Apple’s share repurchases supports their antitrust allegations falls apart. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24100.mp3 Today’s MacVoices is supported by Backblaze. MacVoices listeners get a […]
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Another week, another hack. The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, and Guy Serle discuss AT&T’s loss of customer data that has a bit of history to it, as well as a request from India to unlock an iPhone of a political figure. (Spoiler: they said no.) Today’s MacVoices is supported […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby, Mark Fuccio, and Jeff Gamet conclude a MacVoices Live! conversation about how Apple’s App Store fee critics are charging pretty much the same thing for similar services. That led to a debate over how free apps on the App Store fit into the equation, the costs of hosting, and more…and […]
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The MacVoices Live! crew of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby, Mark Fuccio, and Jeff Gamet have a few thoughts on China’s banning of Intel and AMD chips in government computers, and the way Microsoft “acquired” the Inflection team. A simple hiring, or a dodge around the regulators? http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24097.mp3 This edition of MacVoices is supported by […]
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The MacVoices Live! discussion of the DOJ’s action against Apple continues as Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby, Mark Fuccio, and Jeff Gamet examine some of the more unusual aspects of the pleadings, what Apple’s response will be, and how the media is addressing the developments. (Part 2) http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24096.mp3 This edition of MacVoices is brought to […]
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MacVoices Live! digs into the DOJ action against Apple to try to understand what is behind it. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby, Mark Fuccio, and Jeff Gamet consider the made-up categories of the iPhone market, the questionable quality of the complaint as a competent legal document, and more. The panel considers a unique theory, the […]
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Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and David Ginsburg wrap up a MacVoices Live! discussion by talking about the latest report on switching to the Mac, as well as what might be behind LinkedIn’s announcement that they are adding gaming to their platform. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24094.mp3 This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices After Dark. What happens […]
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Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner celebrate a year of the TV+ Talk collaboration by looking at how Apple TV+ has evolved since its beginnings, their original content moving to other services, a recent article citing the quality of the service, and more. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24093.mp3 Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 TV Plus Talk Anniversary Reflections01:46 Apple TV+ Quality Recognition01:58 Apple […]
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The 2024-03 MacVoices Update includes an explanation of why there are monthly updates, an evolution of MacVoices Live! for our non-live listeners and viewers, why MacVoices Magazine is picking up steam again, and the monthly Support Report. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24092.mp3 Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this […]
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The privacy theme rolls on as Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and David Ginsburg look at the almost unbelievable Terms of Service in the most recent Roku update and how it applies to which Roku device/channel/app. Then, the MacVoices panel delivers some initial thoughts on what appears to be a relationship between Apple and Google […]
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Our privacy theme continues as the MacVoices Live! panel looks at HP’s new option to rent a printer. Is that a good idea given the seemingly onerous contract terms, let alone the possible privacy concerns over an always-connected-to-the-Internet printer? Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and David Ginsburg look at everything from cancellation requirements to minimum […]
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https://youtu.be/ur163KELYnY Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, and Jim Rea discuss the hacking of a panel member’s Instagram account, along with what appeared to be an attack on his Facebook account. They discuss scams, other personal experiences with compromises, and a couple information pieces that caught their attention. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24089.mp3 This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices […]
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This MacVoices Briefing focuses on the Memory Card Case by JJC, a secure, durable, safe place to organize and store your SD and MicroSD memory cards that are used in cameras, video cameras, home security gear, and the like. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24088.mp3 Show Notes: Links: 36 Slots Memory Card Case Water-Resistant Anti-Shock Memory Card Wallet for 24 […]
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Car companies are capturing your driving data and selling it to insurance companies…and who knows who else. David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Mark Fuccio, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Brittany Smith discuss yet another invisible way that data about you is being monetized and sold, potentially at your expense. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24087.mp3 This edition of MacVoices […]
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While MacVoices Live! doesn’t engage in political discussions, how tech is being used as a political communications tool has become a controversial topic. The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Mark Fuccio, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, and Web Bixby take a look at a real-world test case of AI chatbot use in an American […]
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David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Mark Fuccio, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, and Web Bixby discuss the social media controversy over Princess of Wales Kate Middleton’s edited photo. The MacVoices Live! panel looks at the issue of disclosure of editing, whether that should be a presumption with all photos in the media, and how the media (tech and non-tech) […]
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The struggle between the EU and Apple continues as the EU keeps changing their mind as to what will satisfy them. This time, Apple has announced the availability of a direct download from developers’ web sites. The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Mark Fuccio, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, and Web Bixby discusses and debates this […]
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Because they just can’t ignore it, the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Web Bixby consider the fines the fines the EU is imposing on Apple, and why the amount seems a little out of bounds. Elon Musk is suing OpenAI over an unusual issue, and is also trying […]
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A new M3 MacBook Air has debuted, so the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Mark Fuccio discuss its capabilities, who might want to upgrade, and some confusion surrounding how many monitors can be driven by which laptops. The panel also looks at a new lawsuit against Apple about the […]
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If you haven’t done so yet, the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Mark Fuccio discuss why you should. One panel members just did the demo, several others already have, and two panel members have already bought one. Issues and questions addressed include comfort and fit, weight, the audio […]
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In the Aukey booth at CES in Las Vegas, Marketing Executive Tommy Guo gave us a detailed tour of the many devices introduced or upgraded for 2024. Tommy showed off their extensive line of charging solutions that will keep all your Apple devices going. Aukey’s MagSafe chargers come at every power deliver level for anywhere you […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Ben Roethig, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, and Jim Rea finish off a session discussing reports of cracks in the Apple Vision Pro, the click-bait articles about the costs of parts for the device. They also touch on the iPhone taking 7 of 10 top spots in […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, we talked to Dr. Lorenzo Maria Bonelli of Rolling Square as they showed off their latest products that are available and some that are coming later this year. They include a laptop charger that you sit your laptop on rather than plugging it in and tracker cards for your wallet […]
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Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Ben Roethig, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, and Jim Rea discuss and debate Apple’s new Sports app. Is it just the beginning, or too little too late? Will Apple TV+ and other streaming services, along with betting, make it a go-to for sports information and programming identification? http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24077.mp3 Today’s MacVoices is […]
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From CES in Las Vegas, Michael Shabun, Vice President of Marketing for North America for Insta360, walked us through some of the impressive features of the Insta360 Ace Pro, their 8K action camera. Notable on that list are a flip-up touch screen that makes control from front or back easy, hand gesture controls for no-hands operation, industry-leading low-light […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel discussion with the monster panel of Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Ben Roethig, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, Jim Rea, and Mark Fuccio starts out with the cancellation of Project Titan, aka “Apple Car” in spite of the fact that it was never officially announced. The conversation takes a surprising turn into the state […]
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Weldon Dodd, Senior Vice President of Kandji, joins us to discuss why mobile device management (MDM) has become so important in the enterprise, and their new partnership with ServiceNow. Weldon covers why Kandji is an Apple-focused MDM provide and this partnership that will help streamline how their team interacts with IT departments as well as […]
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In Eureka Park at CES in Las Vegas, Leafi was demonstrating a simple-to-install device to give your blinds remote control. Michelle Blaho-Melo, Marketing Specialist, helps us understand how they work, some of the capabilities provided by their compatibility with Alexa and Google Home, and more. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24073.mp3 Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon […]
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The MacVoices Live! session wraps up as Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Mark Fuccio touch on Joe Rogan’s new deal with Spotify that is surprisingly non-exclusive, Bluesky’s latest move to improve the use of their social network, and the New York Times lawsuit against OpenAI over large language model training and copyright. […]
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The February 2024 MacVoices Update features more information about how we cover CES and why which interviews get published when, and the the ebb and flow of articles in MacVoices Magazine. We also touch on the continuing podcast sponsorship drought and deliver this month’s Support Report. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24071.mp3 Show Notes: Links: MacVoices Magazine MacVoices on Patreon […]
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In the Chipolo booth at CES in Las Vegas, Chief Marketing Officer Nika Kramzar talks about both their latest tracking devices that are targeted at Android users, as well as the story behind their “Perfectly Imperfect” trackers, how they cut down on scrapping rejected cases while benefiting some favorite charities. (The most clever and innovative marketing campaign that we saw […]
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This MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Mark Fuccio discuss Mark Zuckerberg’s reaction to the Apple Vision Pro and his comments on Apple fans and a new vulnerability in QNAP’s products that users need to be aware of. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24069.mp3 This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the […]
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From Eureka Park at CES in Las Vegas, we learned about an iPhone-based tool that will let you get started with the creation of your own avatar. Titus Leistner, Chief Technology Officer for copresence, talks about the ease of use and capabilities of their iPhone app, what the next step is, and who they are hoping to work […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Mark Fuccio, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs engage in a MacVoices Live! discussion about the radically conflicting reports of Apple Vision Pro returns, the media properties that seemed to be looking for a story that wasn’t, and what the realities were. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24067.mp3 This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices […]
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After a week off, the members of the MacVoices Live! panel who purchased an Apple Vision Pro share their updated experiences, and others who have completed the demo chimed in with their impressions. The discussion by Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Mark Fuccio includes using the Apple Vision Pro on an plane, how one […]
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In Eureka Park at CES in Las Vegas, we caught up with the makers of the GoDonut, who introduced the new GatorGrip, a simple but very useful and effective iPad or iPhone stand. David Kelly talks about how it is made, how it orients for portrait or landscape modes, and why the material it is made of […]
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From CES in Las Vegas, our conversation with Head of Marketing for Flic, Per-Gustaf Hedberg focused how their latest, the Flic Twist gives you a wireless dial-type control for your smart home devices. Don’t just turn the lights or music on or off…control the brightness or volume as well. The Flic Hub Mini connects it all together if […]
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From CES in Las Vegas, during our our annual visit to Ohsnap, Industrial Designer James Stone showed off the newest iteration of their iPhone grip, the Snap 4 Luxe. James shows off both the grip stand features, as well as the fact that the MagSafe feature doesn’t interfere with charging, but opens up the use of other MagSafe […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, we got to see a different kind of smart home device controller when Gerry Koser, Business Development Manager for Linxura, gave us a briefing on their hardware device that lets you control up to 52 of your devices in an easy-to-understand, easy-to-use hockey puck-size and shape that fits in the palm […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, we learned about the latest keyboard and mouse options from Matias from Co-Founder and CEO Steve McGowan. As everything moves to USB connectivity, Matias has improved on the USB-C dongle by making it even smaller and less obtrusive, and then built it into their newest keyboards and mice, including a new ergonomic model that fills […]
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In the Sway Premium Audio suite at CES in Las Vegas, Chris Pusateri walked us through a few models in the broad range of their speaker products including a portable karaoke speaker, magnetic iPhone speaker, and different models of waterproof speakers. We also discussed the advantages of using a competitively priced speaker for various use situations. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24060.mp3 Show Notes: […]
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Outside at CES in Las Vegas we had a chilly conversation with Lisa Mathis, Head of Marketing, North America for SOUNDBOKS. Representing themselves as the best “speaker brand you haven’t heard of yet”, Lisa explained their origins at a music festival and how they are now coming to the U.S. Unlike some larger concert speakers ( 126 […]
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In the Spigen suite at CES in Las Vegas, Samuel Han, Specialist, Retail Enterprise Development, showed us some of their latest products that include a new gaming keyboard, GaN power products, and new iPhone cases that range from stylish to practical, and more. Show Notes: Links: ArcPlay Real Dual 8K Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Spigen GaN III 652 65W 2 Ports […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, we talked to Andrea Tellatin, Co-Founder and CEO of Twinkly, about the latest additions to their many options for addressable lights. Best known for their holiday options, they are introducing a broader range of options at accessible price points for a wider range of uses. Andrea shows off the new Candies string lights […]
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At Showstoppers at CES in Las Vegas, Wacom introduced the new Wacom Bridge, a solution for artists who work remotely or away from their desks. With Wacom Bridge, they don’t need to lug heavy laptops or travel with the files. Arvind Arumbakkam, Technology & Industry Partnerships, talks about how their system eliminates the lag typical […]
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In Las Vegas at Showstoppers at CES, we saw and heard a demo of the technology behind the Mirai speaker from SoundFun that was more than surprising. Kai Kitayama talked us through the demo that provided a wider and longer field of sound than you would expect, and how it can enhance the dialog from […]
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At Showstoppers at CES, we talked to Jeff Gadway, Senior Vice President of Clicks Technology about not only their keyboard case for the iPhone, but also about the strong emotional product the release of their product elicited from some users. Jeff covers the thinking behind why Steve Jobs was right about the iPhone, but why also why the time is […]
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At Showstoppers at CES in Las Vegas, we learned about the latest edition of the Unistellar telescope that makes astronomy even easier and more automatic. CEO Laurent Marfisi took us through the new features, the eyepiece option, and more. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a […]
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At Showstoppers at CES in Las Vegas, ViXion gave us a look at their autofocus eyewear. Takuya Nonaka, Senior Manager, Corporate Planning explained the tech behind their innovation, the roadmap for development, and why they are looking for partners in the U.S. Chuck tried them on and was blown away by how well they function. Show Notes: Support: […]
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At Showstoppers at CES, Andrew Federici, the Founder of Mousetrap, explained their new take on an ergonomic pointing device that has a distinctive look and feel. Andrew gives us the backstory on the team that designed it, why some of the design choices were, made, and the good news is that it can accommodate left-handers. Show Notes: Support: […]
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In this edition of TV+ Talk, Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner look at the strategies streaming services, Apple TV+ in particular, are using in choosing their programming. Sports, original content, major video franchises, and back catalogs are all in the mix as our viewing options and habits evolve. With only so much time to watch and so many […]
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Topics included in the third and final part of our MacVoices Live! discussion about first impressions of the Apple Vision Pro include third party productivity apps, use cases, the demo experience, and comparisons to other Apple product launches. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanagan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, and Eric Bolden conclude with optimism about the future of the […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, we made our annual stop to see what STM Goods has added to their already outstanding line of tech gear. Tracy Smith, ChiefBrand Officer/Chief Marketing Officer, introduces us to the new BagPack that gives you a collapsable-yet-protective backpack when you need it, the Focus Collection of iPhone cases that do more than just protect […]
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The second part of our MacVoices Live! discussion about the Apple Vision Pro fins the panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanagan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, and Eric Bolden talking about keyboard experience, using the device with the Mac, and audio options and performance. Accessibility, single loop vs. over-the-head straps, weight considerations, productivity, and even comparisons to Meta’s […]
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From CES in Las Vegas, we checked out the new Open Swim Pro bone conduction headphones from Shokz that are designed for swimming. Product Manager Fay Fu explains why this model has a built-in music player to keep you rocking even under water. Show Notes: Support: Open Swim headphones Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon […]
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With only a few days of Apple Vision Pro under their belts, the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanagan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, and Eric Bolden discuss the first experiences with two panel members who made the leap. Topics covered in this part of the discussion include interacting in Zoom and Teams, setting up […]
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From CES in Las Vegas, we discussed the latest and greatest from Nextbase, the iQ 4G, 4K Dash Cam. Features like Roadwatch AI and Witness Mode and all the recording capabilities are outlined by Sam Lewis, Lead Software Engineer, along with the upcoming Guardian. Sam also discusses how Nextbase not only offers this high-end model, but […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, we received an update on what3words from Frankie Cowan, Senior PR Manager. Frankie covers what what3words is and how it works, then discusses how awareness has been increasing as different companies and emergency services recognize the benefits of utilizing their precise location method. She shares some success stories with car companies, some […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, we came across Mudra by Wearable Devices Ltd, an Apple Watch band that translates neural signs into digital actions. Barry Kaplan, Executive Vice President of Wearable Devices LTD, the makers of Mudra, explains how that gives you gesture control of your Apple devices in Minority Report fashion, how he thinks that type of interface will develop, […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, we found out that MyRadar, already a MacVoices favorite on my iPhone, is coming to CarPlay. Michael Linden, Director of Video & Social Media Content/Meteorologist, talks about that, how MyRadar is leveraging their weather data both past, present, and future, and more. Show Notes: Links: MyRadar in the App Store Support: […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, ShiftCam showed off a series of new products that turn your iPhone into a fully-featured video production tool. Founder and CEO Benson KL Chiu talks about how their ProGrip and SnapGrip are enhanced by the new SnapLight and series of lenses that range from wide angle to anamorphic. To carry it all, ShiftCam […]
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In the Catalyst suite at CES in Las Vegas, Founder and CEO June Lai discusses the latest addition to their line of cases and accessories. They include a new dog collar with an AirTag case that your dog can’t destroy, colorful lanyards that fit right in with their iPhone cases, a lanyard that floats with an iPhone attached […]
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? At CES in Las Vegas, we had an impressive introduction to the Oclean line of sonic toothbrushes and oral care accessories. Mark Honeycutt takes us through the available product line that features an on-device screen, as well as the upcoming X Ultra, the industry’s first WiFi toothbrush that stores your brushing information in the cloud, bone conduction messages […]
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From Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, we got a look at a new cooking “tool” from Meater. Keye Chen, who handles Content Creation, Logistics, Office Management, Product Testing and Sales talks about how the latest iteration of their meat thermometer works, the surprisingly long battery life, the unusual charging mechanism, and how their app interacts with […]
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From Pepcom in Las Vegas, we got the latest on the state-of-the-art over-the-air tuner and digital recorder from Tablo. Grant Hall, CEO and Founder of Nuvyyo Inc. (the maker of Tablo) explains the features and enhancements that go beyond just OTA programming, and the benefits of not having to have the device directly connected to your router. Show Notes: Support: […]
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At Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, Larry O’Connor, Founder and CEO of Other World Computing, discuses the latest from OWC, the Thunderblade X8, an 8-SSD array with capacity of up to 32 TB and features the option for RAID 5. We also talk about the prosumer-level Envoy series and what all of the devices add to your productivity. […]
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At Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, Tuomas Lonka, Global Brand & Marketing Director for Urbanista, introduces us to their “light-powered audio” products. They include solar-cell powered headphones that work with both indoor and outdoor light, as well as a set of true wireless earbuds that feature a solar-charging case. The latest addition is the Malibu, a solar-powered, IP67 […]
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At Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, we heard about the latest products in the Kensington line from Lisa Schuiteboer-Shuler Global Marketing – Manager, Product Marketing. Lisa covered their new backpacks and messenger bags, laptop privacy screen, lock, keyboard, and docks, including a Thunderbolt 5 dock. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Norbert Frassa, Eric Bolden, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, and Web Bixby continue their MacVoices Live! discussion of what would a successful launch of the Apple Vision Pro look like. The conversation turns to developer challenges and the possibilities for app development. How the Vision Pro might compare to the success stories that are the Apple […]
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At Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, we learned about the latest backup option from Synology. Logan Taylor, Marketing Specialist showed us the new BeeStation, a single-drive device that can be set up in just a few clicks and a scanned QR code. and is perfect for the non-tech user. Boasting web access and a capacity of 1 TB, […]
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At Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, Marijn van der Wal, CEO of DEN Smarthome demos their very different on the smart lock. The DEN SmartStrike leaves your external hardware intact, and instead puts the automation in the strike. Marijn explains how it works, the degree of control it provides, and the installation requirements. Show Notes: Support: […]
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At Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, Chris McCloud of Scosche walked us through their newest hard releases that include a magnetic USB cable that coils neatly, power delivery products of various wattages for a variety of devices, a dash mount that has flexible mounting and cable management options, a new version of their modular […]
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As the delivery of the first Apple Vision Pros approach, the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Norbert Frassa, Eric Bolden, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, and Web Bixby discuss what would define a successful launch for Apple’s new spatial computing device. (1) Take Control Books: The Answers You Need Now, From Leading Experts. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:00:00 […]
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The January 2024 MacVoices Update features commentary on the release schedule of videos from CES, episode-specific artwork, the challenges with sponsors, and the month’s Support Report. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: […]
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At Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, Hagan Kappler, Co-Founder and CEO of Daisy explained how their company helps consumers with technology in their homes. From purchasing and installation to maintenance, repairs and training, Daisy can help if your tech is just a bit beyond you. Whether you buy through them or already have products you need help with, […]
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At Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, MOFT showed off very colorful MagSafe tripod stand for your iPhone for video conferencing as well as casual viewing, a combination MagSafe stand and wallet, as well as minimalist origami-inspired iPad and laptop stands and sleeves. Vicky Yang, Brand Marketing Director, gives us the tour. Show Notes: Support: Become a […]
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At Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, Jabra picked up an innovation award for their Elite 8 Active earbuds, “the world’s toughest earbuds”. Michelle Ritz, Product Marketing Manager, North America gave us the details on just how waterproof and dustproof they are, and how they stay in your ear no matter how active you are. Not just the earbuds […]
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The second part of our MacVoices Live! CES wrap up show has Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Norbert Frassa, Eric Bolden, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, and Web Bixby continuing the discussion of what was announced, the focus of the show, and why you should attend if you get the chance. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices […]
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From Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, Joshua Gunn, Vice President of Sales for DREO, introduced ChefMaker, their solution to turn anyone into a chef. Josh explained how the on-screen instructions tell you exactly what to do no matter what you are cooking, how it achieves the exact degree of doneness you want, and why the interface looks like your iPhone. […]
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At Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, we got a look at the brand new line of Qi2 products from Satechi from Chris Martinez, VP, Global Sales & Marketing. From travel and desktop docks and charging options to additions to their magnetic phone wallets and keyboard lines, Satechi offers something for every use case. Show Notes: Support: Become […]
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From CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, Targus had a table full of innovative new products. Andrew Corkill, Vice President, Global Marketing & eCommerce, showed us out with new eco-friendly backpacks and cases, an innovative mouse that changes to accommodate both right- and left-handed users, an Innovation Award-winning dock for the enterprise, a dock that doubles as a KVM switch, […]
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At Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, Marijn van der Wal, CEO of DEN Smarthome demos their very different on the smart lock. The DEN SmartStrike leaves your external hardware intact, and instead puts the automation in the strike. Marijn explains how it works, the degree of control it provides, and the installation requirements. Show Notes: Support: […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Norbert Frassa, Eric Bolden, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, and Web Bixby talk about what Chuck and Norbert saw and who they talked to at CES, and what the rest of the panel observed from a distance. (Part 1) Take Control Books: The Answers You Need Now, From Leading Experts. Show […]
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From CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, the focus shifted to an 8K panoramic camera that is being introduced by Kandao Technology. Jasmine Lin, Global Marketing Manager, discussed the feature set, including streaming capabilities, that users can expect when it ships later this year. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices […]
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Skyted announced their Kickstarter at CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, and Gaunthier Daridon walked us through the engineering and feature set of their device that lets you talk privately whether you are in a crowd, on a plane, or anywhere that noise or privacy is a problem. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on […]
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From CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, Techlok President and Co-Founder Ryan Angott demonstrates Laplok, a security device that features biometrics to make sure the laptop you put on a table or desk stays there. Ryan discusses the features, use cases, and flexibility of the product. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices […]
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At CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, we learned about double-Innovation Award winner Nation A, who provide motion files for use in Roblox. Joahyung Kim (Noah) helps us understand how it works and how to implement their extensive library of motions and movements for Roblox avatars. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices […]
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Only hours after Apple’s Wonderlust Event wrapped up, a MacVoices Live! super panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Patrice Brend’Amour,Jim Rea, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Mark Fuccio, Kelly Guimont, Ben Roethig, and Guy Serle started a lively conversation that kicked off with the Apple Watch. Thoughts on upgrading to the Series 9 and the newly introduced Apple Watch Ultra, the appeal of new […]
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This MacVoices Briefing focuses on the STM Goods Dux Backpack, a versatile option for remote workers and frequent travelers. With its side-loading design and ample 31-liter capacity, it offers easy access and redundancy. The “Foam Fortress” compartment provides 360-degree protection, while padded straps and back channels ensure a comfortable carrying experience. This edition of MacVoices […]
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In the second part of our conversation with Jeff Carlson, author of Take Control of Your Digital Photos, 3rd Edition, we talk more about tools to organize your digital photos. While there is no universal solution, and each individual’s situation is unique, Jeff shares valuable tips and hints for handling photos, Then we shift to workflows […]
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Jeff Carlson, author of Take Control of Your Digital Photos, 3rd Edition discusses the growing challenge of managing the increasing volume of digital photos, primarily stemming from smartphones and other devices. The conversation explores the lack of time for photo organization and the need for efficient strategies to process and edit photos. Jeff also introduces […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Brittany Smith, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, and Mark Fuccio delve into reports of AirPods Max encountering condensation issues, with some panel members questioning the credibility of these claims, particularly in the context of exercise. They discuss the practicality of using AirPods Max compared to other over-the-ear headphones then transition to the topic of […]
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In this MacVoices Live! conversation, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Brittany Smith, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, and Mark Fuccio finish off the discussion of UK tech legislation then explore the intricate realm of music rights and licensing in television shows, emphasizing the significance of restoring the original music and how it contributes to a more immersive viewing experience. Additionally, […]
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This MacVoices Live! session starts out with what appears to be hostility towards technology and security in the United Kingdom, access to encrypted data, and the intersection of politics with technology. They explore the benefits of an offline mode for Apple Maps. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Brittany Smith, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, and Mark Fuccio also cover the significance of […]
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Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner team up for another edition of TV+ Talk. From the return of “Invasion” to the eerie description of “The Changeling,” they discuss how Apple TV+ navigates the delicate balance between mature content and the platform’s family-friendly image. Anticipation runs high for Season 3 of “The Morning Show”, with insights into intriguing trailers and […]
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The MacVoices Live! of panel Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs finishes off this session with two topics: the preservation of family photos and the security of Ford vehicles. The importance of safeguarding legacy photos in a time of multiple natural disasters is stressed, along with some recommendations for scanning and archiving in […]
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This MacVoices Live! session continues the discussion of the new UK rules regarding Apple’s App Store and their impact on app purchases and security. The group endorses Setapp for installing apps on Macs but question comfort in installing apps outside the App Store. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs compare the difference between […]
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This MacVoices Live! session starts out with an usual discussion of Panorama’s database program. Then, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Mark Fuccio consider SanDisk’s lack of response to reported issues with their SSDs, and advise backups and alternatives. They highlight Western Digital’s history of silence in face of customer problems. Then, the dispute between Epic […]
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The August 2023 MacVoices Update features some of the updates to the show that are being enabled by large language model resources, and how they are adding value. Chuck Joiner reviews the MacVoices Social Media Survey – 2023 and what the results indicate about who’s using what. The session wraps up with the monthly Support […]
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In the second part of our conversation with Joe Kissell about Take Control of Your Paperless Office, 4th edition, Joe talks about how Apple’s Live Text feature allows dynamic text interaction within images, and sheds some light on the intricacies of software recommendations for going paperless. He guides us through the shifting landscape of digital document management, security concerns […]
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Our conversation with Joe Kissell about his new Take Control of Your Paperless Office, 4th edition starts off with how much have changed since the last edition, the accessibility of OCR technology, and how it has become easier to use. Scanner manufacturers now offer built-in OCR software, eliminating the need for extra apps. We also highlight the improved affordability and […]
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? The MacVoices Live! panel takes another look at the desirability and function of foldable phones after some close encounters. Chuck Joiner, Guy Serle, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Kelly Guimont, Web Bixby, and Mark Fuccio share their experiences and initial impressions, highlighting the challenges of weight and app compatibility. They also touch on Samsung’s struggle to differentiate itself from other Android […]
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Chuck Joiner, Guy Serle, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Kelly Guimont, Web Bixby, and Mark Fuccio finish off a conversation about computer generated images and graphics in this MacVoices Live! session. Concerns about the quality and repetitiveness of generated content are raised, as well as the importance of unique perspectives and ideas. The role of historians, librarians, and copyright issues in preserving […]
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This MacVoices Live! episode considered the implications of AI-generated art and graphics with one recent real-world example. Chuck Joiner, Guy Serle, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Kelly Guimont, Web Bixby, and Mark Fuccio discuss the implications of AI in entertainment, especially in light of the writers strike, privacy concerns, and the need for ethical and practical considerations for all involved parties (Part […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel concludes an abbreviated session with more recommendations of TV and movies to help you fill both the summer lull and the duration of the writer’s strike. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Brittany Smith go from sports and documentaries to Star Wars and beyond, and the chat room chimes in […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, and Web Bixby do something a little different in this MacVoices Live! session. With slow tech news and the writer’s strike in full swing, the panel provides some suggestions on shows and movies they have enjoy and can recommend to fill the gaps…and there are definitely some surprises. Today’s MacVoices […]
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In this Select Tech episode, Chuck Joiner discusses OpenIn, an “advanced link handler” that gives you the option to open web, mail, or call links in the app of their choice. Some real-world examples of why this is beneficial, how to configure OpenIn, and how the same capabilities can be applied to different file types is […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel concludes this session with a look at the impact of price increases on popular streaming services like Spotify, YouTube, and Peacock. As Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Mike Potter, Ben Roethig, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, and Web Bixby delve into the effects of rising prices on consumer decisions, they also explore the shifting landscape of streaming services cutting […]
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Next up, the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Mike Potter, Ben Roethig, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Mark Fuccio discusses recent changes in social networks, including Twitter’s rebranding and the YouTube premium price increase. Speculations about the feasibility of turning Twitter into a financial institution are explored. The panel also shares mixed opinions on the value proposition […]
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We wrap up the recent Macstock Conference and Expo, thanking attendees and highlighting the great speakers and films showcased at the conference. The panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Mike Potter, Ben Roethig, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Mark Fuccio discuss the presentations, successful live streaming, and the immersive setup for audience interaction. The Digital Pass to access recorded content […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel contemplates the downfall of Evernote and the decline of Meta’s Threads app. We share our experiences with Evernote’s loss of appeal and explore alternative note-taking apps like Apple Notes and OneNote. The layoffs at Evernote and the size of its remaining user base are speculated upon. Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Web […]
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In this MacVocies Live! session, Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Mark Fuccio discuss the convergence of iOS and Mac OS, exploring the challenges and benefits. We also touch on recent UI changes, concerns about compromising the Mac user experience, and the balance between security and usability. We also question the credibility of reported Apple Music […]
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This MacVoices Live! session kicks off as Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Mark Fuccio look at how Apple Maps has improved, and how it measures up against its main competitor, Google Maps.The panel compare the two from interface, personal experience, privacy, and preference viewpoints. The panel then starts a conversation about whether convergence […]
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This discussion on The Mac Show on The British Tech Network covered developers’ relationship with Apple. It was so good that I asked BTN boss Ewen Rankin if I could drop it into the MacVoices feed, and he agreed. Enjoy this thoughtful, and fun, discussion with host Jeff Gamet, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, and Patrice Brend’Amour. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV23207.mp3[/embed Show Notes: Guests: Patrice Brend’amour is […]
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In this episode of TV+ Talk, Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner discuss topics such Lionel Messi’s arrival in Miami, Apple TV’s promotion of him, and the revenue-sharing agreement. We also touch on The Morning Show’s return and the portrayal of COVID-19 in TV shows. Then we cover shows one or both of us need to catch up […]
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In the final part of this MacVoices Live! session, the panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet and Web Bixby discuss Goldman Sachs’ reported $1 billion loss on Apple Card. We speculate on other factors like changing interest rates and their foray into the consumer loan business as possible explanations. Just for fun, we consider the idea of […]
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This MacVoices Live! panel continue their examination of the birth and rapid evolution of Meta’s Threads. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet and Web Bixby consider the timing of the launch, whether it met the “minimum viable product” test, and whether litigation against Meta would be successful. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by our […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, and Web Bixby went shopping on Amazon Prime Day (who didn’t), and reveal their purchases both tech and non-tech. That led to some discussion of hardware choices past and present, and what effect participating in the annual shopping event has on data collection. This part of the […]
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In the July 2023 MacVoices Update, Chuck asks for your assistance by participating in the MacVoices Social Media Survey 2023, explains why MacVoices went dark for a few days, and mentions why Macstock’s digital pass should be in your future. The Update wraps with some new social media presences and the month’s Support Report. Show Notes: Links: […]
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This MacVoices Live! session wraps with Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanagan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Brittany Smith, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, Kelly Guimont and Mark Fuccio discussing repurposing old iMacs as monitors, Apple’s keynote video editing techniques, the ongoing situation at Reddit, and the release of the pilot episode of Apple TV+ show Silo on Twitter. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported by […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanagan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Brittany Smith, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, Kelly Guimont, and Mark Fuccio discuss the rumors of a 30-inch iMac release by Apple. Our panelists express skepticism about the usage survey data and question its relevance amid the transition to Apple Silicon. The feasibility of a larger iMac is examined, with concerns about usability and price point. (2) This […]
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An extra large MacVoices Live panel that featured Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanagan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Brittany Smith, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, Kelly Guimont and Mark Fussio look at Apple’s impact on the stock market as its stock price approaches $3 trillion. The recent release of the Vision Pro and other announcements have contributed to this growth. Despite the stock market’s unpredictability, there is […]
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Ben Roethig believes the iPad has evolved to be more like a Mac, with mouse and keyboard support, and that that evolution should include the macOS. We debate the benefits and challenges of a touch interface on the Mac, and the future of traditional laptops. How a unified operating system could preserve device strengths while […]
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We conclude our wrap-up conversation with Mike Potter as the final entry in the 2023 Road to Macstock as Mike explains how the virtual ticket works, why it is combined with the digital pass for this year only, and all the details you need to take advantage of the conference even if you can’t be there inn […]
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Our annual Road to Macstock wraps up with a conversation with organizer Mike Potter about the move to a new, intimate venue and the introduction of a virtual pass for live streaming. Mike runs down the list of presenters, what they will be talking about, and why he is extra excited for this year’s conference. (Part 1) This edition […]
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In the second part of our discussion with Joe Kissell about Take Control of Your Digital Legacy, Second Edition, Joe talks about the importance of designating a trusted digital executor and consulting professionals for handling digital assets. We recover the risks of relying on third-party services and the need for a backup plan. Practical tips include writing your […]
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Joe Kissel’s latest effort is an important one. Take Control of Your Digital Legacy, Second Edition outlines the importance of preserving digital assets and navigating account access policies after your death. Joe emphasized the need for up-to-date information on managing digital legacies and highlighted challenges with companies like Google and Apple. He recommends strategies for protecting personal […]
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? The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo is approaching an end as we talk to Dave Hamilton about the Mac Geek Gab Caucus session at Macstock and the format it will take. We also cover what Dave will present in his Synology Disk Station presentation and how you can submit questions and ideas for that session. This […]
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In Part 2 of our conversation about Adobe Lightroom: A Complete Course and Compendium of Features author Jeff Carlson explores the usability of Lightroom’s features for landscape photography and the masking feature,which allows for precise adjustments without affecting the rest of the image. The importance of understanding Lightroom’s capabilities is emphasized, and the Jeff explains how this book aims […]
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Jeff Carlson joins us to discuss his new book, Adobe Lightroom: A Complete Course and Compendium of Features. The book is divided into a course section and a compendium section, offering practical exercises and advanced features explanations. Jeff addresses the confusion around Lightroom’s different versions and highlight Lightroom Classic’s extensive capabilities. He also explores Lightroom’s AI-based masking […]
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In the final part of this MacVoices Live! session, Chuck Joiner, Jim Rea, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby, Mark Fuccio and Eric Bolden discuss Google’s surprising decision to exit the domain name registration business. They delve into the reasons behind this move and speculate on Google’s motives, considering the competition and low margins in the domain business. The panel […]
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This MacVoices Live! session continues as we explore the conflicts within Reddit, risks of mailing checks, and a security breach with Western Digital’s My Cloud service. Chuck Joiner, Jim Rea, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby, Mark Fuccio, and Eric Bolden challenge the concept of the “Apple tax” and talk about Google’s exit from domain name registration. (Part 2) This MacVoices […]
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This MacVoices Live! session starts off with a discussion of the impact of Apple’s API restrictions on third-party applications, particularly in relation to mail plug-ins in Sonoma. Chuck Joiner, Jim Rea, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs and Web Bixby explore the importance of having a backup plan and the challenges faced by developers when APIs lack functionality. We also cover […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, Eric Bolden, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, and Brian Flanagan-Arthurs finish up this MacVoices Live! discussion with more on Reddit, a conversation about the limits of ChatGPT, and a caution about how we think of “large language models” versus “AI”. (Part 3) This MacVoices is supported by HelloFresh, America’s #1 Meal Kit. Visit HelloFresh.com/macvoices50 and […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, Eric Bolden, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, and Brian Flanagan-Arthurs discuss privacy concerns with Apple’s Vision Pro and compare it to Google Glass. and explore the rudeness associated with wearable cameras and the potential benefits of wearable technology. The discussion includes Apple’s focus on augmented reality (AR), their acquisition of […]
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A MacVoices Live! discussion with Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, Eric Bolden, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, and Brian Flanagan-Arthurs starts off with an examination of the Mastodon client named Mona, highlighting its performance and user-friendly interface. They also talk about the trend of companies creating private instances on social media […]
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In this edition of TV+ Talk, Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner explore Apple TV+’s impact on live sports and their recent ventures into sports broadcasting, highlighting their MLB coverage and the 10-year MLS deal. Apple’s extra charge for sports channels and its potential impact on streaming services and how Lionel Messi’s upcoming participation in the Leagues Cup game […]
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In the 2023-06 Update, Chuck talks about Macstock Conference and Expo and The Road to Macstock, Take Control author interviews, and the studio/office refresh. The use of large language models has made its way into MacVoices’ production, and Chuck covers the goods and the bads of these new tools as the experiment continues. Finally, why […]
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? Our next conversation on The Road to Macstock we speak with Dr. Marty Jenicus, a new speaker at Macstock, about the use of AI in learning. Marty explains how AI can be utilized to create personalized learning schedules and resources for specific skills. We discuss the importance of educators embracing AI tools and the […]
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This Road to Macstock conversation is with Kirschen Seah, a returning presenter at the conference. Kirshen shares her expertise on shortcuts, demonstrating their functionalities and how third-party apps enhance their capabilities. We discuss integrating HomeKit devices, provide simple examples, and highlight the practicality and usefulness of shortcuts. Her goal will be to inspire viewers to explore shortcuts and […]
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Our conversation with Joe Kissell, author of Take Control of Your Passwords continues as we delve into the world of passkeys, exploring their functionality, multiple account scenarios, and workarounds for crossing over between different ecosystems. Joe also provides insights into the importance of mobile device security, offering tips for setting longer and more secure alphanumeric passcodes. (Part […]
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Joe Kissell is back to discuss his latest book, Take Control of Your Passwords. First up is the ever-increasing importance of password hygiene in our digital age as passwords remain an easy target for hackers. We delved into Passkeys, a more secure alternative to traditional passwords, and the recent developments in their adoption, including support […]
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This MacVoices Live! session concludes with thoughts on France’s pursuit of Microsoft and how Meta’s approach to local law compliance differs from Apple’s. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanagan-Arthurs, and Guy Serle also predict the consolidation of streaming services and discuss the NFL’s tight control over its events […]
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In the second part of this MacVoices Live! session, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanagan-Arthurs, and Guy Serle discuss Apple TV+ and its various hit shows. They begin by reviewing and appreciating the show Silo for its writing, performances, and overall success. They also cover Shrinking, Sharper, and […]
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In the first part of this MacVoices Live!, host Chuck Joiner starts by explaining the questionable quality of his audio due to a fusion drive death. David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Jim Ray, Ben Roethig, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanagan-Arthurs, and Guy Serle discuss the launch of the Apple Music Classical streaming service on Android […]
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Next up on The Road to Macstock is something different. Wally Cherwinski explains how any attendee can be part of the conference by participating in the Macstock Film Festival. The subject can be something you care about, an activity you like to engage in, or something totally unique. Wally provides some suggestions and inspiration, and how to […]
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Our conversation with Rachel Schmitz on The Road to Macstock outlines her unique approach to the conference’s topic of “Learn”. How living with a geek “rubs off”, lessons from how she and husband Mike Schmitz are raising their family in an intentional way, with different approaches to learning and creativity, and more are all part of a different kind […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, and Guy Serle conclude this MacVoices Live! session with a look at a new investigation into Apple in France, the largest fine ever levied against Facebook in the EU, and why Montana’s legislation to ban TikTok was so ill-conceived. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. […]
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The MacVoices Live! discussion turns to Apple’s recent App Store purge of outdated files. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, and Guy Serle discuss the logic behind it, and why more than just old files are no more. Resistance to Apple Pay has some panel members fired up, and Warren Buffet’s divestiture of TSMC stock concerned. (Part 2) […]
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This MacVoices Live! panel starts out with Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, and Guy Serle mourning the final closing of the door on Drobo. An innovator in mass storage devices that were flexible and reliable, Drobo was ahead of its time. The panel contemplates what happened, from the expansion of cloud storage to business practices, as well […]
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Mike Schmitz is our next speaker interview on The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo. Our discussions with Mike are always thought-provoking, and this one is no less so. Mike explains how his session will focus on Personal Knowledge Management (PKM) which may sound imposing, but is a process that anyone can put into practice to […]
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Our conversation with Jeff Carlson, the author of Take Control of Managing Your Files from Take Control Books, continues with more on the upsides and downsides of using online file storage services like Dropbox and iCloud, especially in relation to backups. Your files might be included on your backup and they might not. (Part 2) […]
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Jeff Carlson, the author of Take Control of Managing Your Files from Take Control Books, talks about the second edition of his guide to organizing, manipulating, and using your files on Mac, iPhone, and iPad. We start out discussing what is new in the book, why it now discusses collaboration in relation to file management, […]
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Our Road to Macstock series continues in a conversation with Jill McKlnley, a first-time presenter at the conference. Jill will be talking about “Using Your Sticks”, her metaphor for being more productive with your Apple tech. Jill should know: she talks about her journey from Windows user to podcast listener to switcher ad podcast producer. Her perspective on […]
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The second part of our 2023 WWDC Keynote discussion occurred during our regular MacVoices Live! show a day after the event. This time, with a little more time to research and contemplate, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Kelly Guimont, Web Bixby, and Brittany Smith continue to examine the hardware and software announcements, and what they mean […]
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Just hours after Apple wrapped up the 2023 WWDC Keynote and State of the Union Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Mark Fuccio, Kelly Guimont, Brian Flanagan-Arthurs, and Jim Rea shared their reactions in the first of a special 2-part MacVoices Live! session that is being recorded over two nights. In this first part, the panel discussed the new Mac Pro, […]
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This MacVoices Live! panel wraps up with the panel’s thoughts on a report that tipping could soon become a thing at Apple Stores. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, and Jim Rea have some strong, and sometimes conflicting, opinions on tipping in general, and in this instance in particular. Then, completely off-topic, Elon Musk’s Boring Company’s approval […]
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The discussion of the arrival of Final Cut and Logic for the iPad continues as Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, and Jim Rea discuss the reasons behind the timing of the release, the hardware requirements, and more. The unfortunate demise of keyboard maker Brydge and whether corporate mismanagement or the absence of a market, or both, […]
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The MacVoices Live! session starts out with two personal AirTag tracking stories from panel members, and a new Spams and Scams segment that might be something you are seeing. Then, the panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, and Jim Rea take a hard look at Apple’s announcement of Final Cut and Logic coming to the iPad. (Part […]
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Our latest Road to Macstock conversation is with cognitive neuroscientist and productivity coach Brittany Smith, who will be making her first appearance at the conference. Brittany will be taking a different approach to the topic of “Learn”, and discussing where and how we expend our mental energy to achieve the best results. She gives us a small look […]
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In the May 2023 Update, Chuck explains a slight change of appearance to MacVoices that was driven by circumstances both voluntary and involuntary, and a lesson learned. The conclusion of interviews from NAB, the return of “The Road to Macstock”, and the month’s support report round out the Update. Show Notes: Links: Guests: Support: […]
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If you’re confused by Matter and what it means for your home automation, Nathan Dyck , Chief Product Officer for Nanoleaf helps us understand how it works. What it is in relation to Thread, how it works with HomeKit, and how devices you already will (or might not) work with these new technologies. Why all this creates differentiation issues for […]
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On the latest edition of TV+ Talk, co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner finish off a discussion of Shrinking that started last show and inevitably touch on Ted Lasso. Then they dive deep on Killers off the Flower Moon…where and how it is being distributed, and what that says about Apple TV+’s approach to getting the most out of […]
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How some are, and some are not, leaning in to what ChatGPT offers wrap up this MacVoices Live! panel. From music to screenwriters to the rest of us, the panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Mark Fuccio, and Eric Bolden has differing views on what is and isn’t desirable. Speaking of differing views, Hallmark movies are […]
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Have you been hesitating to join Mastodon because of the confusing nature of its federated model? Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Mark Fuccio, and Eric Bolden consider the new option that provides a default instance to ease the process. The seizure of a shipment of counterfeit AirPods and what jobs are already being impacted by ChatGPT round […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel takes a look at reports that Safari is still in there pitching as a top browser, though there is disagreement over exactly where it stands against the competition. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Mark Fuccio and Eric Bolden discuss their choices on both desktop and mobile, and debate the use of Safari on […]
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Our next stop on the Road to Macstock Conference & Expo is a conversation with Allison Sheridan. We start out reviewing how a previous Road to Macstock session resulted in a change to Allison’s topic before trying to figure out what she will present this year. Along the way ideas were proposed, discussed, and rejected. She finally decided […]
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David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanagan-Arthurs, Mike Potter, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, and Jim Rea finish off this MacVoices Live! session with a discussion of Apple’s financial services efforts. They include the newly launched Apple Pay Later, a high-yield savings account, and the ever expanding Apple Pay. How the ease of use and integration with Apple’s ecosystem make them all attractive options in […]
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Next on the agenda for the MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanagan-Arthurs, Mike Potter, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Mark Fuccio, and Jim Rea are some questions and answers about enjoying lossless music that include both hardware and services choices by panel members. The discussion turns from audio to video, and the reasons you may want to purchase DVDs or Blu-ray copies […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanagan-Arthurs, Mike Potter, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Mark Fuccio, and Jim Rea provide thoughts on the most recent loss by Epic Games in their war against Apple and what it means going forward. Then panel also has thoughts on Spotify’s appeal to the Biden administration and who pays how much to artists for music […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, we caught up with Studiobox, and there was a lot to catch up on. Co-Founder Ian Smith explains how they are expanding from just a production company to include a SAS option. They can still be hired to run the Studiobox-based production, but you can also do your own production. Soon, as the SAS […]
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In a very bright GVM booth at NAB in Las Vegas, Brand Director Yuhang Liu talks about their options, how they can be controlled, and why their tube lights aren’t limited to just static illumination or even just one color at a time. Kolide ensures only secure devices can access your cloud apps. It’s Zero Trust tailor-made for […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, Michael Kummer, Managing Director for AnyClip, discusses how AI is affecting video production, and how it is implemented in their service. By uploading your video to AnyClip, you get transcriptions and keywords allowing you to find anything in any clip for future reference and use. By hosting the video, you can play that specific […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, Rob Walsh, Vice President of Podcaster Relations for Libsyn, provides an update on the growth of their company and their services. Those services now include programatic advertising, the Libsyn Connect recording option, Libsyn Studio where you can build your podcast, and more. Rob and Chuck also talk about advertising’s response to podcasting and what, exactly, […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, Alessandro Mastroianni, Prodoct Expert for Krotos gave us a demo of how their software lets you not only create your own sound effects, but also design and customize them using an intuitive interface. Once you’re happy with your sound, drag them directly to the timeline of your NLE. This edition of MacVoices is brought […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, we talked to Magdalena Muhr-Manilal, Managing Partner at Mapcreator about how their “Best of Show” nominee product delivers detailed maps of all kinds for broadcast, and how they can be customized by the user. You have probably seen their maps on your local news and didn’t know it. This edition of MacVoices […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, we learned about how Riverside provides high quality results for recording video podcasts with remote partners or guests, no matter what the bandwidth. Noah Mosquin discusses how it all works, even if your session gets interrupted by an internet outage. This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available all Patrons of […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, we got an extensive tour of the many options for wireless mobile microphone solutions from Saramonic. Joe Nassar, USA Brand Marketing Manager, outlines models that have multiple transmitters, connect to your phone via Lightning or USB-C, models can be used in a wireless lavalier style, with clips or magnets, and even an […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, the Other World Computing booth was demonstrating a variety of hardware and software options to improve your video production workflow. Sam Mestman, Head of Marketing, showed us some options that turn your iPad into a powerful mobile video editing workstation. Then, OWC Founder and CEO Larry O’Connor and Farshid Tabrizi, Senior VP of Flash Memory & […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, Nick Mattingly, Co-Founder and CEO of Switcher Studio catches us up with their offerings that now go far beyond the basic switching of old. Support for non-iOS devices, the ability invite guests, and even support for HDMI sources that are not Wifi-enabled are just the start. Shopping, in in-app video editor, Accsoon SeeMo Integration, and […]
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In the Digital Anarchy booth on the show floor at NAB, Chief Digital Anarchist Jim Tierney shows off their latest addition to your favorite NLE. With Data Storyteller, you can build animated visualizations of your data inside Premier, After Effects, and Final Cut. With support for the usual bar, line and scatter charts as well as geographic data plotting, […]
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At a very crowded, busy Insta360 booth at NAB, VP of Marketing for North America Michael Shabun gave us the rundown on the Flow, an AI tracking stabilizer that makes your iPhone an even more powerful video creation tool. From the magnetic connection that gets you ready to go in seconds, to the full control of both the stabilizer […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, Ben Nowak, CEO for Cinamaker, gives us a demo of their latest enhancements that include multiple high quality video streams through Zoom for video creation, video conferencing, and live streaming. Integrating all types of cameras – iPhones, DSLRs, web cams – increases the versatility of the options to address a creators needs at any […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, our annual visit with Yev Pusin, Senior Marketing Director for Backblaze, focused on how they have gone beyond being just a backup solution. By integrating their services into your workflows, you can make better use of your assets and resources. Kolide ensures only secure devices can access your cloud apps. It’s Zero Trust tailor-made […]
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At NAB, we met Josh Davies of Artlist in person for the first time to discuss how his company FXhome (the makers of HitFilm) became part of the larger organization. That has expanded the options for their users that include music, video clips that are organized using a story metaphor, and much more. Josh also offered […]
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At NAB, we had an interesting discussion with Glen Mulcahy, the Managing Director of Mojofest, about the development of mobile journalism (mojo). How news stories and more get from happening to you has changed a great deal over the years. Glenn talks about those changes, how the iPhone has made things previously impossible a common event, […]
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On this edition of TV+Talk, co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner review Brett Goldstein’s appearance at NAB Show, then discuss their thoughts on the Apple TV+ show Shrinking and the Tetris movie. Show Notes: Links: Charlotte Henry is a media junkie, covering how Apple is not just a revolutionary tech firm, but a revolutionary media firm. She is based […]
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At NAB Show in Las Vegas, Mick Reed, Founder and CEO of MiMojo outlined the challenges of mobile journalists in filing quality video on a timely basis, and how their service facilitates the process. Mick also talks about how a particularly difficult situation was the genesis of MiMojo. This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices After […]
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At NAB Show in Las Vegas, we learned about a new capability for Filmic Pro: LUT (Look Up Table) support. Luke Vander Pol, Manager, Quality and Product Delivery, tales about how this will improve the already amazingly powerful and versatile iOS video app so that it is even more in line with professional video workflows. This […]
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At NAB Show in Las Vegas, Chris Demiris, Co-Founder and Principal Engineer and Terri Morgan, Co-Founder and Principle Designer from Luma Touch talk about the latest and just-released feature of LumaFusion, multi-camera editing on your iPad. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices Dispatch, our weekly newsletter that keeps you up-to-date on any and […]
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The April MacVoices Update includes a welcome to a new MacVoices Live! panel member and a note about a return to normalcy for the MacVoices Live! schedule. Some comments on past and future Briefings and Macstock Conference & Expo finish off what you need to know this month about the show. Show Notes: Links: […]
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Our next stop on The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo is with David Ginsburg. David will be taking on the topic of “Demystifying Cloud Services” educating the attendees about the many and varied aspects of the subject. From simple backups to sophisticated collaboration, David explains why cloud services are much more than you might imagine. This […]
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This MacVoices Live! panel concludes as Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, and Jeff Gamet look at recent more recent Spotify misses and whether AI development should, or even can be, paused. A new music video service with a twist, and Twitter’s latest move finish things up the session. (Part 5) This edition of MacVoices is supported by […]
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The discussion of generative AI images continues with some examples of the origins off photo manipulation. Then, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, and Jeff Gamet take a look at Google’s track record with creating, managing, and cancelling services…and you might be surprised at what has come and gone. (Part 4) Kolide ensures only secure devices can […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, and Jeff Gamet finish up the MacVoices Live! examination of GM’s decision not to support CarPlay in favor of Google before turning their attention to a fake photo of the Pope that highlights why we need to be more critical in out assessments than ever. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices […]
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Next up for the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, and Jeff Gamet is a deep dive into reasons behind GM’s announcement that they will partner with Google and abandon CarPlay in their all-electric vehicles. Will the car-buying public stand for this? (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Zocdoc. Find and […]
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After being off a week, the MacVoices panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, and Jeff Gamet catch up on a number of interesting developments starting out with why the expected deletion blue checkmarks on Twitter didn’t happen. A bit more concerning is an examination of a blog post outlining carrier forced wi-fi offloading – what […]
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The Road to Macstock Conference & Expo makes a stop to talk to presenter Jeff Gamet about his presentation on digital audio. Sure, you can just push “Play” in the Music app on your Mac or iPhone, but where’s the fun in that? Jeff tells us how he will help you get the most out of your music, whatever […]
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This MacVoices Briefing covers the ChargeTree Go mobile charging dock from STM Goods. Ideal for both desktop and travel use, the ChargeTree Go can accommodate your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods (with a charging case). Show Notes: Links: ChargeTree Go on the STM Goods Web Site ChargeTree Go on Amazon Support: Become a MacVoices Patron […]
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The Road to Macstock Conference & Expo continues in a conversation about The Midwest Mac BBQ and Wine Event. Organizer Barry Fulk talks about the return of the Macstock-adjacent event, its evolution, and how it will be structured this year. Barry needs some notice if you plan to attend, so find out what to expect and […]
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In this MacVoices Briefing, Chuck provides information on several podcast episodes from other shows that will inform your thinking about generative AI tools. Where we are, where we are going, and the ways you should be thinking about them are informed by three very different podcasts and from very different perspectives. Kolide ensures only secure […]
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This extended MacVoices Live! conversation wraps up with more on Twitter’s changing policies regarding identity verification, who gets recommended, who doesn’t, and why. To no one’s surprise, Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Dave Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Web Bixby, and Jeff Gamet all have some strong opinions. (Part 4) This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices Dispatch, our weekly […]
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The conversation with Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Dave Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Web Bixby, and Jeff Gamet turns to the panel’s experiences with the newest versions of operating systems for most of Apple’s product line. The MacVoices Live! discussion then turns to some of the newest changes to Twitter’s policies regarding identity verification. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported […]
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The conversation with Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Dave Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Web Bixby, and Jeff Gamet turns to the panel’s experiences with the newest versions of operating systems for most of Apple’s product line. The MacVoices Live! discussion then turns to some of the newest changes to Twitter’s policies regarding identity verification. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Dave Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Web Bixby, and Jeff Gamet shifts the discussion to the use of ChatGPT and related technologies in education. How these disruptive options are being received, one experiment that is being conducted, and how they actually might benefit approaches to education are examined. Then, the conversation turns to where […]
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An intense MacVoices Live! discussion with Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Dave Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Web Bixby, and Jeff Gamet starts with recognition of the contributions of Gordon Moore to the tech industry. Who is Apple’s new “buy now, pay later” option for, and is a good idea? With the rush to artificial intelligence, do you know what you should? (Part 1) […]
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We wrap up our first Road to Macstock show of 2023 as Macstock Conference & Expo organizer Mike Potter gives us the low-down on how to attend, where to stay, and more of the events that will make up this year’s event. (Part 2) This MacVoices is supported by HelloFresh, America’s #1 Meal Kit. Visit HelloFresh.com/macvoices50 and use code […]
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Our annual Road to Macstock series kicks off with Macstock Conference & Expo organizer Mike Potter detailing this year’s event. How this year’s event is shaping up with peakers, the Macstock Film Festival and more start off our conversation. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available all Patrons of MacVoices. Sign up at […]
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In the March 2023 MacVoices Update, Chuck explains how he corrected a long-standing missing capability on the MacVoices web site, talks about the new TV+ Talk “show in a show” on MacVoices and The Addition, welcomes Kyle Swager to the MacVoices Live! panel, and delivers the March Support Report. Show Notes: Support: Become […]
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The panel of Chuck Joiner, Web Bixby, David Ginsburg, Kyle Swager, Guy Serle, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, and Ben Roethig provides a weather report before digging into the last part of a MacVoices Live! discussion that includes how spam on all platforms is getting smarter and more aggressive. and the services used to combat it. There’s a war going on that […]
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The MacVoices Live! conversation over a Russian ban on iPhones has the panel of Chuck Joiner, Web Bixby, David Ginsburg, Kyle Swager, Guy Serle, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, and Ben Roethig contemplating the motives and long term implications, as well as discussing what alternatives might be put to use. A visit by the cast of Ted Lasso to the White House, and the […]
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This MacVoices Live! panel starts off with Chuck Joiner, Web Bixby, David Ginsburg, new panelist Kyle Swager, Guy Serle, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, and Ben Roethig deciding whether Belkin’s decision not to support the Matter protocol for smart devices is meaningful. The cast of “Ted Lasso” visiting the White House was definitely meaningful to many, and the FCC taking steps to cut […]
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Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner have teamed up to produce a new “show within a show”. TV+Talk will be delivered through both the MacVoices channels, and those of Charlotte’s The Addition. In the first show, Charlotte and Chuck discuss the genesis of the project, their different perspectives on Apple TV+ shows, and how the first two […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, and Jim Rea had more thoughts on the use of ChatGPT and other generative AIs and where they are appropriately used (as if that’s going to stop inappropriate use). Samsung’s questionable claims of great moon images as evidence of their phone’s photographic capabilities, Google’s magic eraser […]
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In the second part of this MacVoices Live! discussion, Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, and Jim Rea spend a little more time examining the Silicon Valley Bank situation and what it means for the tech industry. Then, the news that Grammerly will be included ChatGPT as part of their service sparks a discussion of the appropriate use […]
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The latest MacVoices Live! panel starts off sharing some “Spam and Scams” stories that they have experienced and that might be coming to a device near you. Then, Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, and Jim Rea talk about why they might use Apple’s new virtual personal shopping option before digging into the current state of the […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel finishes up our conversation about developer support and how Apple appears to be going beyond their usual policies in supporting Twitter Client developers due to the changes in Twitter’s policies. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, and Kelly Guimont look at from all the angles, including why Elon Musk is doing […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, and Kelly Guimont take a look at a couple hot topics. The Apple community has rallied behind the idea of not asking for refunds on Twitter client subscriptions from some high-profile developers, but seem equally comfortable avoiding paywalls. The debate/discussion over the rationale behind these seemingly conflicting attitudes […]
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This MacVoices Live! session kicks off with reactions to the new, yellow iPhone by Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, and Kelly Guimont. Who it will appeal to and how it will sell? The panel then takes a look at the surprising difficulty of sharing your favorite podcast. What you need to do and what […]
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This MacVoices Live! session finishes off a discussion of Spotify’s failure to deliver on a lossless music service, and whether that is part of a trend. The panel of David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Brittany Smith, and Jim Rea wrap the session with their thoughts on Apple ordering all the 3-nanometer chips that TSMC can make. How far ahead […]
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The discussion of the why’s and how’s of iMessage on Windows wraps up with lots of questions still on the table. The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Brittany Smith, and Jim Rea then examine how Microsoft is implementing ChatGPT in many of their apps, praise from a government agency for Apple over their security […]
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? The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, new panelist Ben Roethig, Patreon supporter Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Brittany Smith, and Jim Rea taking on the big and small questions about iMessage coming to Windows. Exactly how it works under the hood, the missing features to why Windows users want are all questions asked and answered…and asked again. (Part 1) Kolide […]
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Our MacVoices panel draws some interesting comparisons between the Bing meltdown, the use of ChatGPT, Tesla, and Starling satellites. Chuck Joine, David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby compare and contrast and debate the benefits and disadvantages of legislative oversight. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Magazine, our free magazine on Flipboard. Updated […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby continue their examination of Spotify’s efforts in podcasting, and compare notes on commercial efforts vs. passion projects in the space. Then, the discussion turns to one user’s recent AI-Bing interaction and the meltdown and threats that resulted. (Part 2) Kolide ensures only secure devices can access your […]
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To start off this MacVoices Live! session, Chuck Joiner relates a personal story of outstanding Apple support. Then, David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby dig into Spotify’s unsuccessful attempt to corner the podcast market, how much damage it did to that market, and to Spotify. Is podcasting really in decline, or is it just more […]
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This MacVoices Live! panel (finally) wraps up our App Store debate, then turn to a series of stories. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby discuss Microsoft’s sort-of but not really, confusing retirement of Teams Free, how CloudFlare is getting into the Mastodon business, and an eye-witness account of Apple’s Super Bowl half-time show. (Part 3) […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby continue a spirited debate about the state of the App Store, whether it constitutes a monopoly, and by who’s definition. Finding apps in the App Store vs. a Google search, discoverability, and what an Apple search engine cold mean for it all factor into the discussion. (Part […]
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This MacVoices Live! panel starts off by looking at a report that compares Apple Services revenue to some other high-profile companies. The panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby transition that into a discussion of whether the App Store is a monopoly, and what it means for users and developers. (Part 1) Kolide […]
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Joe Kissell finishes our discussion of the 9th edition of Take Control of iCloud with some updates on iCloud for windows, and details on one feature of iCloud, what can happen and why, and what you need to be VERY careful with it. (Part 2) MacVoices is supported by Rocket Money. Cancel unwanted subscriptions today at RocketMoney.com/macvoices. Kolide ensures […]
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Joe Kissell has just updated Take Control of iCloud to the 9th edition, more than another Take Control book. Joe discusses the upsides and downsides of end-to-end encryption via Apple’s Advanced Data Protection, and what it means for older devices. iCloud is integrated in with many Apple services. We also look at moving between different country versions […]
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In the MacVoices 2023-02 Update, Chuck solicits opinions on the MacVoices CES coverage, discusses the timed releases of MacVoices Live! shows, and announces an “open mic” night. The update wraps with some notes on MacVoices Magazine, and the month’s Support Report. Show Notes: Links: MacVoices Magazine Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon […]
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This MacVoices Live! discussion wraps up our Mastodon discussion then crosses over into a variety of short topics. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Eric Bolden talk about why Instagram works as a social network, whether Keynote is causing Bluetooth problems for one panel member, what the iPhone Ultra could be, and why Apple Pencil support for […]
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Our MacVoices Live! conversation about ChatGPT and Bing continues as Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Eric Bolden examine how and why ChatGPT, with and without Bing, is being used, how accurate it is, and what to know before you depend on it. The panel then discusses the ups and downs of Mastodon, why which instance you decide […]
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In another catch-up version of MacVoices Live!, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Eric Bolden discuss the integration of ChatGPT and Microsoft’s Bing search engine, and concerns over the credibility that ChatGPT commands because of its “confident” presentation of results. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices Dispatch, our weekly newsletter that keeps […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, Web Bixby, David Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Eric Bolden, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Guy Serle finish up a conversation about how the Twitter situation is affecting how users are getting their information and interaction online. The session wraps up with some thoughts on the recent Spotify layoffs, and the […]
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Chuck Joiner, Web Bixby, David Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Eric Bolden, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Guy Serle continue their discussion of lessons to be learned from the Twitter situation. They range from why you shouldn’t build a business on a social media platform and missing posts on Twitter to taking control of your own […]
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In a catch-up edition of MacVoices Live!, the panel of Chuck Joiner, Web Bixby, David Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Eric Bolden, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Guy Serle provides their very first impressions of the second edition of the full-size HomePod and begin a discussion of the lessons to be learned from the Twitter situation. (Part […]
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Eric Bolden and Jeff Gamet wrap up our discussion of Mastodon clients with more information on what they have been using, and recommendations for those just logging in for the first time. Included are some thoughts on how to select an instance to join, what to look for, and why. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is […]
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Eric Bolden and Jeff Gamet continue to review their research into the current crop of Mastodon clients, a crop that seems to change almost daily. What they think of the feature sets of the different clients and how they are evolving, and which ones are the best candidates for you to try on both iOS and Mac […]
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? Eric Bolden and Jeff Gamet have been experimenting with the various third-party apps for Mastodon. It is an area that is constantly and rapidly evolving, and that can be a bit confusing at times. In the first part of our conversation, they share how they use social media and what features are important to them […]
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Our conversation with Joe Kissell, author of the sixth edition of Take Control of 1Password, continues with some of the features that the new version makes possible. They include a great feature for security-minded travelers who cross borders, the secure sharing of passwords, and SSH keys. We discuss the many ways 1Password keeps your data safe, why […]
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Joe Kissell has updated Take Control of 1Password to the sixth edition, and our conversation about the new edition starts off helping you understand how and why the move to the Electron version of the app has caused so much controversy. If you think that is a bad thing, you need hear why Joe feels […]
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The MacVoices Briefing on the TravelMike by SpeechWare includes summaries of its size, its many configuration options, and sample recording using its different settings and in different environments. This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Magazine, our free magazine on Flipboard. Updated daily with the best articles on the web to help you do more with your […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Norbert Frassa, Guy Serle, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Brittany Smith and Mark Fuccio finish off the MacVoices Live! discussion of what Apple’s plan to use AI to narrate audiobooks will do to that market. The panel’s stated preferences on human vs. AI, and how at least two of the members are already using automated narration. (Part 3) MacVoices […]
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Our CES wrap-up prompted a passionate discussion of what expectations we should have for products exhibited. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Norbert Frassa, Guy Serle, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Brittany Smith and Mark Fuccio debate what fits the mold and why. Next, the panel considers the fact that Apple will soon be using AI to create audiobooks that don’t have or might not get […]
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In a catch-up edition of MacVoices Live! recorded in the week after CES, the panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Norbert Frassa, Guy Serle, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Brittany Smith, and Mark Fuccio relate some travel stories and expo impressions. Trends, eye-catching products and more are included in the discussion. (Part 1) MacVoices is supported by Rocket Money. Cancel unwanted subscriptions today at […]
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EZQuest was at CES, but we couldn’t make the schedules match, so we caught up with Director of Sales Les Luzar to talk about their line of connectivity options, how work-from-home has affected their market, and why GaN has become so important. MacVoices is supported by Rocket Money. Cancel unwanted subscriptions today at RocketMoney.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Links: EZQuest […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, Ron Phelan, Product Lead for Yobe, discusses their technology that separates speech from the noisiest background to produce audio that is clearly understandable. Ron talks about how it can differentiate between speakers with minimal training and some of the use cases this can address. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Kolide. […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, The focus of the smart photo frame from Familink is simplicity. Alex Le Goff, Chief Technology Officer and Co-Founder explained how, using 4G connectivity, a photo taken anywhere can be only seconds away from it appearing in the frame (and did exactly that during the interview). Alex discussed the costs of the […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, Ohsnap was back with a new phone grip that can be applied to any cas and is super-thin when not in use. It provides a secure grip when in use, and doesn’t interfere with MagSafe charging. Founder and CEO Dale Backus explains how it can be moved from phone to phone […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, Power1 introduced a new product category, combining AirPod, iPhone, and MagSafe charging into a convenient device that can be used with any MagSafe-compatible case or with just the iPhone itself. John Merenda shows us the options, and give pre-order information. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Kolide. Kolide is a fleet […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, Nevine Ishak and Susan Armstrong of Soundskrit provided both an explanation and an impressive demonstration of exactly how directional and how effective their new microphone. And is tiny! This edition of MacVoices is supported by Kolide. Kolide is a fleet visibility solution for Mac, Windows, and Linux that can help you securely […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, Laura Ragazzi, PR & Influencer Marketing Manager for Rolling Square explains how their products are not only focused on getting the job done, but also on being responsible from a sustainability standpoint. They include a card-sized tracker, a cable that boasts all the modern connections that is also extra durable, and battery […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, we received a tour of the newest offerings from Zens by CEO Johan Plasmans. They include a new 4-in-1 charging doc, a modular dock that allows you to pick what additions you want to make, and a compact travel charger for your iPhone and Apple Watch. This edition of MacVoices is supported […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, Matias surprised everyone by introducing mice to match their product lines. Steve McGowan, Chief Operating Officer and Co-Founder, explains why they introduced this line, and how customer demand influenced the their new keyboards. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Kolide. Kolide is a fleet visibility solution for Mac, Windows, and Linux […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, Car Mate by Razo was displaying their d’Action360 Dash Cam that not only sees in front and behind your car, but all around it as well. Scott Luk talked about the set-up, resolution, and how it achieves the view with only three cameras. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Kolide. Kolide […]
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In the January 2023 Update, Chuck talks about what you have been seeing and why in the extensive MacVoices coverage of CES (and it isn’t over yet). Some ideas of what’s coming up next and the month’s Support Report wrap things up. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, we found out how the Shokz OpenComm UC bone conduction headset that was recommended in our Holiday Gift Guide came to be. Fay Fu explained how it was inspired by truckers and then adopted during the pandemic by those who needed to spend extended time on phone or zoom calls. We also talked […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, Brian Staller of Amp Genie shows us how their product can be set up to add voice control or app control to your legacy gear. Amp Genie listens for the music, turns on your receiver and sets the correct input and volume. Brian demos how quickly it responds, how it works with your favorite […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, we found What3Words in the Automotive Pavilion. PR Manager Frankie Cowan explained why they were there, and how their service lets you pinpoint your location down to a 3-meter square using a three-word combination. And that’s anywhere in the world: What3Words has it all mapped out, supports a variety of languages, has an […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, we caught up on some of STM‘s newest products that include a new side-loading backpack that can accommodate a laptop up to 17”, and a compact travel charger that can that can take care of your iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch. Ethan Nyholm, Founder and Owner, covers it all. This […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, we found out about the newest innovations from Bryn Booker, Head of Marketing for Nextbase. Already known for their feature-rich line of dash cams, Nextbase is taking things to the next level with their upcoming IQ models. Featuring 4G LTE connectivity, voice commands, a new Witness Mode, and much more. Bryn takes us […]
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At ShowStoppers at CES in Las Vegas, Dr. Chris Burrow, Chief Medical Officer and Executive Vice President of Humetrix discusses the importance of medication tracking and how their WhatMeds app takes it a step beyond other options by accessing the largest database of drug prescriptions in the U.S. This edition of MacVoices is supported by […]
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At ShowStoppers at CES in Las Vegas, Levi Tan and Isabele Sin of Vena talk about how their their iPhone wallet cases offer extra protection for your cash and cards while providing the convenience of not carrying a wallet. Their latest addition to the product line is a clever implementation of a secure wallet and MagSafe that is the […]
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At ShowStoppers at CES in Las Vegas, Senior Communications and Program Specialist for Yubico Katelyn Martin covers the YubiKey, a hardware key that secures your protect access to your computer and more. Katelyn addresses how they deal with the issue of lost keys and what you can do to protect yourself. This edition of MacVoices is […]
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At ShowStoppers at CES in Las Vegas, TiVo announced that they will be building in their own operating system to some brands of TVs later this year. John McDaniel, VP of Global Business, talks about how it is the next evolution of TiVo, what it will offer, and how it will be able to search out […]
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At ShowStoppers at CES in Las Vegas, Leia offers a host of applications that integrate their 3D Lightfield technology to deliver a genuine 3D experience. Nima Zeighami, Director of Product, explains how you can experience 3D video chats, take your iPhone photos to the 3D level, and more. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Zocdoc. Find local […]
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At ShowStoppers at CES in Las Vegas, Unistellar was showing off an advanced, smart telescope that connects to your iPad rather than squinting through an eyepiece. CEO Laurent Marfisi told us about the feature set, how it automatically calibrates to the part of the sky visible to you, and why you can get great images, even if you are […]
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At ShowStoppers at CES in Las Vegas, Ivan Kutanin, CEO of Skylum Software, discusses how Luminar Neo gives you the best of both wolds: one-click automatic improvements to your software, or the option of making those adjustments yourself to your own tastes and preferences. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Zocdoc. Find local doctors who […]
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At ShowStoppers in Las Vegas, Chris McCloud gave us a tour of just a few of the new products from Scosche, including innovative charging options for your Apple devices for an individual or the whole family, and even a MagSafe-equipped water bottle. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Zocdoc. Find local doctors who take your insurance […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, Edge Sound Research seemed to be hosting a party booth with couches and music. What became evident when we talked to Co-Founder and CEO Valtteri Salomaki was that the couches were there to allow visitors to experience their technology that lets you feel the various frequencies of sound. Not just deep base or […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, Keith DiMartino, Business Development Manager for RememberStuff provided a detailed briefing on some of the many functions and capabilities of their app that is designed for both dementia patients and their caregivers. From customizable puzzles to patient activity tracking, RemberStuff provides many customization options the ultimately benefit the patient. This edition of […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, a work-from-home device was introduced by OnAir. Able to sync with your Outlook or Google Calendar, or be triggered manually, it displays in indicator light showing your availability. Founder and CEO Eric Shuss explains how it grew out of a personal need, and why it was inspired by his time in […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, we experienced the heat it device that attaches to your iPhone and uses USB-generated heat to relieve the itch from insect bites. CEO and Co-Founder Lucas Liedtke covered its origins, how it is an FDA-approved medical device already approved and on sale in the U.S., and exactly how much heat it generates. […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, James McDonald, Director of Sales for North Alera of Golfzon discussed the capabilities and feature set of their commercial golf swing analyzer. Not only does it give you important stats about your swing, but also allows you to play a virtual round with friends. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Zocdoc. […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, we tried out a full-swing golf simulator from Phigolf that uses your iPhone or iPad to let you play a variety of courses. Manager Kim Nayoung showed us how to use the swing stick, and explained how it can be played on your iDevice or projected to a TV screen for […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, Cell Gel Mounts was demonstrating their solution for mounting your iPhone, and almost anything else, on any surface. President Jason Truda explains how their mounting pads adhere to any surface, including painted, porous, and textured by use of microscopic suction cups. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices Dispatch, our […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, we caught up with Maria Campo, Marketing Manager for Flic, who introduced the Flic Twist, their latest release. The Flic Twist gives you even more control over even more of smart home device by, literally dialing them in. This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available to silver, gold, […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, AirPods got a touch of style from RockMax with their easy-to-apply AirPod art skins. Sales Manager Rock Bear covers their wide variety of designs and how they can both express your personal style as well as differentiate them from other AirPods in the family. This edition of MacVoices is supported by […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, Victor Chor, Founder of InfinaCore discussed what makes their P4 charger different (hint: magnets), and demonstrated how their WallyGrip makes sharing your contacts both wireless and touchless. This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices After Dark. What happens before and after the shows is uncensored, on-topic, off-topic, and always off the […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, we talked to Hsin Cynthia Chen, Sales Manager for EZCast about how their device can wirelessly cast any HDMI signal to a separate screen, even if it is in another room. This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available to silver, gold, and platinum Patrons of MacVoices. Sign up […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, ZoopLoop Co-Founder Sheri Selling shares the story of how their product was developed to solve their own problem. ZoopLoop makes sure your Apple Pencil can’t get lost or misplaced by tethering it to your iPad or case. Simple but effective. This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available to silver, gold, […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, the latest from GoDonut is an iPhone stand that is a smaller version of their original that could go on your keychain. Gideon Alonzo covers its weight, durability, usability. With or without a case, in portrait or landscape orientation, GoDonut improves the usability of your iPhone by keeping it at the perfect […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, Twinkly takes their innovative lighting options to another level, introducing panels, new software that can match their lights to your screen, and support for Gamers. CEO Andrea Tellatin provides the details. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices Dispatch, our weekly newsletter that keeps you up-to-date on any and […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, Chipolo celebrated their 10th year in business while showing off their line of device trackers that offer various form factors and feature sets. Adja Kopusar, Marketing Assistant, covers those features and how their network functions. This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices After Dark. What happens before and after the shows is […]
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At The Digital Experience by Pepcom in Las Vegas, OWC introduced a new Thunderbolt Dock that features a built-in power supply. GaN makes it possible, and Founder and CEO Larry O’Connor talks about the benefits, the popularity of the dock, and how it gives you full power and connectivity on the go. This edition of MacVoices is brought to […]
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At The Digital Experience by Pepcom in Las Vegas, Synology was showing the latest edition to their line of network-attached storage (NAS) solutions. Steph Clayton, Product Marketing Manager, described the feature set of the new DS723+ and its new connectivity options. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Kolide. Kolide is a fleet visibility solution for Mac, Windows, and […]
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At The Digital Experience by Pepcom in Las Vegas, we fought our way to a very busy Anker booth to talk to Fadumo Abdirahman about their newest products, including a new Thunderbolt dock, a USB docking station and monitor stand, and a travel charger designed to keep all your Apple devices powered up and ready to go. This edition of […]
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At The Digital Experience by Pepcom in Las Vegas, Plugable introduced new docks that expand the connection options for your computer for both multiple screens and other devices. Bernie Thompson, Founder and CTO, walks us through the options at various price points. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Kolide. Kolide is a fleet visibility solution for Mac, […]
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At The Digital Experience by Pepcom in Las Vegas, cooking and tech combined in Typhur, a connected sous vide cooking device that not only provides a better, quieter experience, but also helps guide you to achieve the results you want. Stacy Liu, Head of Marketing, covers the feature set. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Kolide. […]
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At The Digital Experience by Pepcom in Las Vegas, we found out about a new secure, attractive way to secure your valuables. TROVA Co-Founder/CEO Scott Loeppert covers the ways its smart box secures and monitors whatever you put inside, as well as the ability to charge the contents if applicable. This edition of MacVoices is […]
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At The Digital Experience by Pepcom in Las Vegas, we learn a little about how Luminar Technologies’ LIDAR can help autonomous driving by seeing what’s around the vehicle…even some items that can’t be seen by the naked eye. Cara Walker, Corporate Communications explains. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Kolide. Kolide is a fleet visibility solution […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, Mark Fuccio, Guy Serle and special guest Brad Meyer take an extended look at Apple’s announcements of new M2-based MacBook Pros and macMinis. Price, power, availability, and the unusual way the announcements were communicated all get reviewed. Find out why […]
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At The Digital Experience by Pepcom in Las Vegas, Chelsea Fanning, Senior Copy Writer for iOttie, tells us how their new cooling iPhone magnetic dash mount cools your phone, which improves battery efficiency and battery life. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Kolide. Kolide is a fleet visibility solution for Mac, Windows, and Linux that […]
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At The Digital Experience by Pepcom in Las Vegas, Alex Levine, CEO and Co-Founder of Xebec, talks about their CES announcements that include a solution that provides two extension screens to a laptop, effectively creating a three-screen workspace. Alex demonstrates how it works on your Mac laptop, allowing you to work more productively from anywhere. This […]
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At The Digital Experience by Pepcom in Las Vegas, IOGEAR had a number of different products to facilitate sharing multiple Macs with input devices. Marco Ordaz, Technical Support Gaming Specialist, showed off the KVM switches, docks, and keyboards that can tie everything together and switch between them easily. MacVoices is supported by Rocket Money. Cancel unwanted subscriptions […]
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At The Digital Experience by Pepcom in Las Vegas, Elin Zhao, Product Marketing for TP-Link talks about the many smart home products they introduced at CES, including Matter devices. Then, Bobby Lee, Product Marketing Manager talks about their new WiFi 7 Mesh system that can achieve gigabit speeds wirelessly. MacVoices is supported by Rocket Money. Cancel unwanted […]
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At The Digital Experience by Pepcom in Las Vegas, Chris Herbert of Catalyst shows off their new cases for the latest versions of AirPods to protect and show off your AirPods, new waterproof cases for the iPhones 14, and a revised case model that enhances drop protection. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Kolide. Kolide is […]
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At The Digital Experience by Pepcom in Las Vegas, Lloyd Klarke, Consumer Product Management for Roku, talks about their announcement that they will start building actual televisions, not just set-top boxes. Lloyd discusses the advantages, price and availability, and what the focus will be on the new screens. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Kolide. […]
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At The Digital Experience by Pepcom in Las Vegas, Chris Bainter, VP Strategic Business Development for FLIR, gave us the rundown on the FLIR ONE EDGE PRO, their latest thermal camera that turns your iPhone into an industry-grade thermography device. Chris explains how this model delivers more flexibility for difficult-to-reach locations as well as why the […]
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At The Digital Experience by Pepcom in Las Vegas, Rafi Khusro, Director of Customer Experience for Kensington, walked us through just a few of the many updates and new products they introduced at the show. Categories included locks for device security, docks for connectivity, trackballs, a mechanical keyboard, and more. This edition of MacVoices is supported […]
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At CES Unveiled in Las Vegans, the Founder and CEO of Displace, Balaji Krishnan, explains the many features of their wireless TV. Those include built-in batteries so no power cord, a unique mounting backing that allows the TV to be placed on any wall with no extra hardware, built-in handles for easy movement, and the ability […]
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At CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, Valencell showed off a blood pressure sensor that didn’t involve the usual cuff. Mark Felice, VP-Business Development & Licensing, explained how it works, why accuracy is important when trying to obtain FDA approval, and demonstrated the device on himself. MacVoices is supported by Rocket Money. Cancel unwanted subscriptions today at RocketMoney.com/macvoices. Show Notes: […]
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At CES in Las Vegas, the Industrial Technology Research Institute was showing off a shirt with built-in sensors that provides haptic feedback during video games so that you feel the kicks and punches. Dr. Hong-Dun Lin shows how the force of the impacts can be adjusted, and how the controller can be removed for washing. MacVoices is supported by Rocket […]
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From CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, Dr. Jules Hammond of Bioenzymatic Fuel Cells (BeFC) shows off a paper battery that will be used in medical applications. Because it uses industry standard enzymes to create electricity, it is environmentally sound and has unique applications. MacVoices is supported by Rocket Money. Cancel unwanted subscriptions today at RocketMoney.com/macvoices. Show Notes: […]
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On the floor at CES Unveiled, Gimmy Chu, Co-Founder and CEO of Nanoleaf, shows off the latest addition to their innovative lighting line of products. Black triangles, smart assistant support through Matter, new lighting controls, and more. MacVoices is supported by Rocket Money. Cancel unwanted subscriptions today at RocketMoney.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron […]
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At CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, Bird Buddy introduced new features to their connected bird feeder that not only lets you capture photos and videos of the birds in your yard, but identifies them as well. Kyle Buzzard, CHO (Hardware) explains the benefits, and how their product also is helping monitor migrations and more. MacVoices is supported by Rocket Money. […]
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At CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, we learned about GolfBoy, an iPhone app by Qoncept that can analyze your golf swing from from drives to putts. Yusuke Omori shows us how it takes the place of more expensive, dedicated devices. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices Dispatch, our weekly newsletter that keeps […]
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From CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, we get a look at some iPhone chargers designed with more than just power in mind. Deena Ghazarian of Einova shows off their line of Italian marble phone chargers that look great in any environment and keep your phone charged in spite of the camera bump. This edition of MacVoices is brought […]
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At CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, Takanao Shimakura, Software Engineer for Loovic, explains how their new product helps guide you handsfree using both voice and vibration, receiving navigation from your iPhone. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices Dispatch, our weekly newsletter that keeps you up-to-date on any and all MacVoices-related information. […]
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At CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, Hyper introduced a new backpack that sports integrated FindMy, a battery compartment and routing that allows you to charge all your devices while inside, and superior protection for those devices. Barry Miller, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Hyper, gives us the tour. This edition of MacVoices is brought […]
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At CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, Nuwapen CEO Marc Tuinier explains how their product tracks and captures what you write, no matter where you are, with or without Mac or iPhone. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices Dispatch, our weekly newsletter that keeps you up-to-date on any and all MacVoices-related […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, Mark Fuccio, and Web Bixby finish off their discussion of the current state of the concepts known as the metaverse, augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR). Does what we have already constitute an early version of the metaverse, or will it be more immersive? Is Mark Zuckerberg’s version something we […]
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The next section of this catch-up edition of MacVoices Live! starts off with some discussion of the LastPass hack, and quickly morphs into a general discussion of password managers. Find out about the different approaches LastPass and 1Password take, the different approaches LastPass and 1Password take to securing your passwords, and what the future of […]
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In a catch-up MacVoices Live! session, the panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, Mark Fuccio, and Web Bixby discuss the purchase of Nitro Software by KKR and what it could mean for the future of PDFpen. How viable the alternatives, including Apple’s own Preview, are, the implications of PDFpen going subscription and more are all […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brittany Smith, Jeff Gamet, Mark Fuccio, Andrew Orr, and Jim Rea continue to discuss the use (or lack) of app clips and why they seem to have disappeared from the user landscape. Do QR codes represent a convenience or a threat vector or both? The panel doesn’t agree on the latter point, […]
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The discussion over the percentage of iPhones that get upgraded to the latest version, and why that is important, continues with Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brittany Smith, Jeff Gamet, Mark Fuccio, Andrew Orr, and Jim Rea. It isn’t just customers who make that decision; there are aspects of developers’ support of new system software version that you may not be aware […]
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We look at how iPhones are sold, and whether that is a problem or a benefit to Apple with the panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brittany Smith, Jeff Gamet, Mark Fuccio, Andrew Orr, and Jim Rea. Where does the panel buy their iPhones? Where do YOU buy YOUR iPhone? The discussion then turns to The iPhone iOS 16 upgrade percentage: it is […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, and Jim Rea pick even more of their favorite hardware products that help them get things done. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Kolide. Kolide is a fleet visibility solution for Mac, Windows, and Linux that can help you securely scale your business. Learn […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, and Jim Rea finish off a discussion of the LastPass hack and the resulting PR nightmare that they created for themselves. The MacVoices Live! panel have some strong opinions on both the timeliness and the timing of LastPass’s notifications. The panel then turns to a more fun task: naming some of their […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel kicks off this session with a discussion of the potential liabilities and issues associated with spinning up your own Mastodon server. If you open it to other users, you could also be opening yourself to a variety of potential problems, legal and otherwise. Moving your identity and your content from servers […]
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To help prepare you for 2023, Chuck explains why the Morning Brew series of newsletters are among his favorite information sources, and why you should consider subscribing. Free, focused, and useful, pick the ones that suit your needs and interests. This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Magazine, our free magazine on Flipboard. Updated […]
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In the final MacVoices Update for 2022, Chuck wishes everyone a continued happy holiday season, outlines the publication schedule for the first week of 2023, and reminds everyone about the MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide. The Update wraps with the year’s final Support Report. Show Notes: Links: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy […]
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Charlotte Henry of The Addition helps give us some perspective on the year in Apple media, including their bid for the NFL Sunday Ticket. We dig into some of the challenges to watching live sports streams, and how sports is infiltrating streaming…or is it the other way around? AppleTV+ might not have a huge sports presence (yet), […]
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Our MacVoices Live! holiday party discussion of some of the most important apps as selected by panel members Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, and Mark Fuccio wraps up, but it seemed like the group didn’t want to let the discussion end. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices Dispatch, […]
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The MacVoices Live! holiday party continues as Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, and Mark Fuccio name more of their most important apps and why these selected them. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices After Dark, our newest benefit for all Patreon supporters. Uncensored, off-topic, and always off the wall. Show Notes: […]
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What started as an informal virtual holiday get-together evolved into an enthusiastic discussion of the most important apps used by our panel members. Along the way, we covered the anniversary of Apple’s purchase of NeXT, two business books that are dated but provide interesting perspectives, and even more apps. Grab your favorite beverage and join […]
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Mike Potter, Patrice Brend’amour and Jim Rea wrap up the second part of the seventh, and last, MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide for 2022. They share some terrific last-minute picks that can make you a holiday hero no matter how late you shop. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by our Patreon supporters. Get access […]
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Gift picks from Mike Potter, Patrice Brend’amour, and Jim Rea are shared in the seventh and final MacVoices 2022 Holiday Gift Guide, but that makes them no less interesting, useful, or off-beat than their predecessors. Picks include books, Apple Watch gear, connectivity options, and more. (Part 1) MacVoices is supported by Rocket Money. Cancel unwanted subscriptions today at […]
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The 2022 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide features picks from Kirk McElhearn and Wally Cherwinsi, and run from books to iPhone accessories, Mac, iOS and iPad software to AirTags, audio choices to connectivity. And some surprises as well. MacVoices is supported by Rocket Money. Cancel unwanted subscriptions today at RocketMoney.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Links: Kirk McElhearn’s Picks: My Window – David […]
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This MacVoices Live! panel finishes off a discussion of the options you have for adding CarPlay to your vehicle, regardless of age, and why you would want to. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, and Kelly Guimont share personal their personal experiences. (Part 3) MacVoices is supported by Rocket Money. Cancel unwanted subscriptions today at RocketMoney.com/macvoices. Show […]
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In the second part of this MacVoices Live! discussion, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, and Kelly Guimont look at the how’s and why’s of Russian code in apps used by the U.S. Army, and maybe in your apps as well. The vulnerabilities of Microsoft Office apps came as a surprise to at least one panel […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, and Kelly Guimont deliver a PSA about why quitting Twitter isn’t a good idea. The panel looks at a hefty fine levied against Google, what it means for your privacy (if anything), and whether turning off information tracking with Apple really means that it is completely […]
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Our “About An Hour With Jeff Carlson on Apple Watch” has the author of Take Control of Apple Watch discussing Apple Pay and Apple Watch, the inevitable watch bands, and what he does pretty much every day on his watch. Jeff also discusses watch face customization and some of the options available. (Part 2) This edition […]
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Recently, on a special Take Control Books / MacVoices live event on YouTube, we spent “About An Hour” with Jeff Carlson, the author of Take Control of Apple Watch, taking questions from the audience and discussing the focus of his book. Jeff discusses why he would tell anyone to buy an Apple Watch, how to choose between the cellular vs. […]
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Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner finish up their virtual visit to the Diablo Valley Mac User Group by discussing AirTags, why Apple drops some product segments, and privacy. They take questions, talk about keyboards, Apple resellers, and virtual meetings. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices After Dark, our newest benefit for all Patreon supporters. Uncensored, off-topic, […]
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Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner paid a virtual visit to the Diablo Valley Mac User Group, and the discussion was wide-ranging from start to finish. We started off talking about some changes at TidBITS, the challenges of covering Apple news and how it has changed through the years. Next, Adam discusses why his visit to an Apple Store after a […]
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Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Mark Fuccio, Web Bixby, and Jeff Gamet finish off an intense discussion of Alexa, Siri, and our expectations for voice assistant performance. The MacVoices Live! panel also touches on some new ISP regulations that are long overdue. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Become […]
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The MacVoices panel of Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Mark Fuccio, Web Bixby, and Jeff Gamet start the session by examining a report on the failure, and cost, of Amazon’s Alexa. The discussion evolves into an intense examination of voice assistants and how they do (or don’t) meet our expectations. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices […]
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Rosemary Orchard, Peter Cohen, and David Ginsburg finish off their picks for MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #5 with items for the home, items for hair, items for your iPad, and items to keep you organized. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Kolide. Kolide is a fleet visibility solution for Mac, Windows, and Linux that can help […]
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The holiday spirit rolls on with MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #5, featuring Rosemary Orchard, Peter Cohen, and David Ginsburg. The picks range from the expensive to the affordable, health to tech, comfort to power tools. (Yes, power tools.) (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Kolide. Kolide is a fleet visibility solution for Mac, Windows, and Linux […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel continues to discuss and debate social media alternatives to Twitter. Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, David Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Web Bixby, and Kelly Guimont also examine which social media properties are the most important ones, especially as each of the major players take turns being demonized by the tech press. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported […]
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Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Brittany Smith, Web Bixby, and Kelly Guimont discuss the Slingbox shut-down, how it affects cord-cutters, and some alternatives. Then, this MacVoices Live! panel talks about the migration to Twitter-alternative social media platforms, who is moving, and why. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices Dispatch, our weekly newsletter […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Brittany Smith, Web Bixby, and Kelly Guimont started of this session with an examination of the loss of Pantone color support that was part of Adobe Creative Cloud. Why it happened, how to get it back, and some work-arounds are all part of understanding that your legacy projects are not […]
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Our conversation with Rosemary Orchard, the author of Take Control of Shortcuts, Second Edition, continues with some examples of how Shortcuts has improved Reminders in macOS Ventura, and how to find what Shortcuts are available for what apps. Rosemary also shares some thoughts on Focus Modes’ integration with Shortcuts, and how Shortcuts does syncing right. (Part 2) […]
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Rosemary Orchard, the author of Take Control of Shortcuts, Second Edition, brings us up-to-date on one of the most powerful utilities that Apple provides She provides some concrete examples of why you should use Shortcuts, and gives examples of how Shortcuts support in Apple’s Notes has greatly expanded. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is supported […]
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Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner paid a virtual visit to the Apple CIDER Mac User Group in early November. Adam addressed the issues with Twitter (as they existed then), and talked about the new crop of iPads and who they are for. The benefits of a hands-on Apple Store shopping experience, questions from the audience and more were all […]
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The second part of MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #4 with Brittany Smith, Mike Schmitz, and Joe Kissell finishes up with tech picks, health picks, book picks, and even a game pick. (Part 2) MacVoices is supported by Rocket Money. Cancel unwanted subscriptions today at RocketMoney.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Links: Joe Kissell’s picks: Take Control of Untangling Connections by Glenn Fleishmanhttps://www.takecontrolbooks.com/untangling/ OWC […]
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The fourth MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide for 2022 features picks from Brittany Smith, Mike Schmitz, and Joe Kissell, and range from weather-related picks to power devices, audio to health related picks. (Part 1) MacVoices is supported by Rocket Money. Cancel unwanted subscriptions today at RocketMoney.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Links: Joe Kissell’s picks: Belkin iPhone Mount with MagSafehttps://www.apple.com/shop/product/HQ642ZM/A/belkin-iphone-mount-with-magsafe-for-mac-notebooks ICETrekkers Spikes Traction […]
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In the November 2022 MacVoices Update, Chuck outlines the publication schedule for MacVoices over the Thanksgiving Holiday and announces the next “About An Hour With” session, this time with Jeff Carlson, the author of Take Control of Apple Watch. Also included are some notes on the social media situation and the month’s Support Report. Show Notes: Support: […]
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? This MacVoices Live! conversation with Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Guy Serle, Web Bixby, and Brittany Smith concludes up with discussion of reports that the number of Comcast subscribers is flat or decreasing, and that rates are going up. The panel talks about frustrations, connectivity alternatives, and who they use. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported by […]
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This MacVoices Live! conversation with Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Guy Serle, Web Bixby, and Brittany Smith concludes up with discussion of reports that the number of Comcast subscribers is flat or decreasing, and that rates are going up. The panel talks about frustrations, connectivity alternatives, and who they use. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Zocdoc. […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, and Guy Serle discuss not only the state of Twitter, but what alternatives they would favor if Twitter goes away. Mastodon? Micro.Blog? See what the pros and cons are in this thoughtful discussion. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Kolide. Kolide is a fleet […]
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In the second part of our “About An Hour With Josh Centers” live event, Josh covers productivity challenges of iPad vs. MacBook and shares his screen to show off Home Screen customization. Questions from the audience chat, Focus modes, and Lock Screen security round to the show. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported […]
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In our first-ever “About An Hour With” live event on the MacVoices channel on YouTube, Josh Centers, the author of Take Control of iOS 16 and iPadOS 16, starts off with when and why to update to the new OS versions, the Home app and Matter, and changes with Apple Books. Josh also takes questions and […]
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The second part of MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #3 finishes up with Frederick Van Johnson, Bart Busschots, and Kelly Guimont selecting more video gear, more cooking gear, a software title, and more. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by our Patreon supporters. Get access to the MacVoices Slack and MacVoices After Dark by joining […]
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This edition of the MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide features picks by Frederick Van Johnson, Kelly Guimont, and Bart Busschots that range from cooking gear to video equipment, books to bags. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices After Dark, our newest benefit for all Patreon supporters. Uncensored, off-topic, and always off the wall. Show Notes: Links: Frederick Van […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Andrew Orr, and Kelly Guimont finish off this MacVoices Live! discussion of how some individuals approach working from home, and how that affects both productivity and the willingness of employers to offer the option. Then, we touch on the price increases that Apple recently announced for Apple Music, Apple TV+ […]
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The discussion of the Meta/Microsoft partnership for virtual workspaces morphed into a heated discussion about workplace behavior both physical and online. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Andrew Orr, and Kelly Guimont debated how some of those behaviors are affecting productivity and the willingness of employers to offer WFH options…and the members of the panel didn’t always agree. […]
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This MacVoices Live! session starts out with the panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Andrew Orr, and Kelly Guimont examining Best Buy’s Mac Upgrade Program. Who is it for and does it make sense from productivity and financial standpoints? Then, we start a discussion of the reported cooperation between Meta and Microsoft for the future […]
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The second MacVoices Gift Guide wraps up as Charles Edge and Jeff Butts make their final selections, discuss Alexa vs. Siri, and dogs and cats. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available to silver, gold, and platinum Patrons of MacVoices. Sign up at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Links: 2022 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide – […]
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The second MacVoices Gift Guide wraps up as Charles Edge and Jeff Butts make their final selections, discuss Alexa vs. Siri, and dogs and cats. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available to silver, gold, and platinum Patrons of MacVoices. Sign up at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Links: 2022 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide – […]
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Our second MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide features author and podcaster Charles Edge, and Jeff Butts of The Mac Observer, and a whole lot of great gift picks. Some on-point, some very much off. In addition to picking gifts, the panel also discusses the practicality of 3D printers. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is supported by NordVPN. Get secure […]
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Our second MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide features author and podcaster Charles Edge, and Jeff Butts of The Mac Observer, and a whole lot of great gift picks. Some on-point, some very much off. In addition to picking gifts, the panel also discusses the practicality of 3D printers. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is supported by NordVPN. Get secure […]
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Our conversation with Jeff Carlson about his new edition of Take Control of Apple Watch continues with a discussion of the discoverability of features and controls on the Apple Watch and in the Watch app, what can you do Siri and the Apple Watch, and why it helps to have a guide to everything the Apple Watch […]
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Our conversation with Jeff Carlson about his new edition of Take Control of Apple Watch continues with a discussion of the discoverability of features and controls on the Apple Watch and in the Watch app, what can you do Siri and the Apple Watch, and why it helps to have a guide to everything the Apple Watch […]
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Jeff Carlson has updated his Take Control of Apple Watch to the third edition, covering the Apple Watch Series 8 and Apple Watch Ultra. We start with the general question of how important is an Apple Watch in today’s world for a variety of reasons and discuss the Backtrack feature and how it works, even if you […]
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Jeff Carlson has updated his Take Control of Apple Watch to the third edition, covering the Apple Watch Series 8 and Apple Watch Ultra. We start with the general question of how important is an Apple Watch in today’s world for a variety of reasons and discuss the Backtrack feature and how it works, even if you […]
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Jeff Carlson has updated his Take Control of Apple Watch to the third edition, covering the Apple Watch Series 8 and Apple Watch Ultra. We start with the general question of how important is an Apple Watch in today’s world for a variety of reasons and discuss the Backtrack feature and how it works, even if you […]
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The October 2022 MacVoices Update includes an announcement about a special event with Take Control author Josh Centers on November 2, a belated birthday announcement, and a note on some changes to the MacVoices web site. Chuck also covers advertising decisions for MacVoices, delivers the support report, and wraps up with a reminder about the MacVoices Holiday […]
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The October 2022 MacVoices Update includes an announcement about a special event with Take Control author Josh Centers on November 2, a belated birthday announcement, and a note on some changes to the MacVoices web site. Chuck also covers advertising decisions for MacVoices, delivers the support report, and wraps up with a reminder about the MacVoices Holiday […]
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The October 2022 MacVoices Update includes an announcement about a special event with Take Control author Josh Centers on November 2, a belated birthday announcement, and a note on some changes to the MacVoices web site. Chuck also covers advertising decisions for MacVoices, delivers the support report, and wraps up with a reminder about the MacVoices Holiday […]
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ADHD Coach, productivity coach, and MacVoices Live! panel member Brittany Smith talks about the inspiration and production for the videos on her YouTube channel, why that channel is so diverse, and her surprise video education background. Brittany explains how she conducts her coaching sessions, why almost everything that is good for those with ADHD are […]
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ADHD Coach, productivity coach, and MacVoices Live! panel member Brittany Smith talks about the inspiration and production for the videos on her YouTube channel, why that channel is so diverse, and her surprise video education background. Brittany explains how she conducts her coaching sessions, why almost everything that is good for those with ADHD are […]
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ADHD Coach, productivity coach, and MacVoices Live! panel member Brittany Smith talks about the inspiration and production for the videos on her YouTube channel, why that channel is so diverse, and her surprise video education background. Brittany explains how she conducts her coaching sessions, why almost everything that is good for those with ADHD are […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Warren Sklar, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, and Kelly Guimont finish off their thoughts on the new iPads and which Apple Pencil works with which iPad. The discussion wraps up with commentary on the newest revision to the Apple TV, and why Apple isn’t in the streaming stick game. (Part 3) This edition of […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Warren Sklar, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, and Kelly Guimont finish off their thoughts on the new iPads and which Apple Pencil works with which iPad. The discussion wraps up with commentary on the newest revision to the Apple TV, and why Apple isn’t in the streaming stick game. (Part 3) This edition of […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Warren Sklar, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, and Kelly Guimont finish off their thoughts on the new iPads and which Apple Pencil works with which iPad. The discussion wraps up with commentary on the newest revision to the Apple TV, and why Apple isn’t in the streaming stick game. (Part 3) This edition of […]
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The second part of our MacVoices Live! discussion with Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Warren Sklar, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, and Kelly Guimont digs deeper into the features of all the new iPads, from the basic model to the new M2 iPad Pro. We debate the pricing and place in the product line, the M2 chip, and the […]
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The second part of our MacVoices Live! discussion with Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Warren Sklar, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, and Kelly Guimont digs deeper into the features of all the new iPads, from the basic model to the new M2 iPad Pro. We debate the pricing and place in the product line, the M2 chip, and the […]
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The second part of our MacVoices Live! discussion with Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Warren Sklar, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, and Kelly Guimont digs deeper into the features of all the new iPads, from the basic model to the new M2 iPad Pro. We debate the pricing and place in the product line, the M2 chip, and the […]
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MacVoices Live! takes a look at the newest iteration of the iPads, what they offer, and what’s changed. Camera placement, the power of the M2 and more are included in the first part of the discussion with Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Warren Sklar, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, and Kelly Guimont. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices […]
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MacVoices Live! takes a look at the newest iteration of the iPads, what they offer, and what’s changed. Camera placement, the power of the M2 and more are included in the first part of the discussion with Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Warren Sklar, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, and Kelly Guimont. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices […]
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MacVoices Live! takes a look at the newest iteration of the iPads, what they offer, and what’s changed. Camera placement, the power of the M2 and more are included in the first part of the discussion with Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Warren Sklar, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, and Kelly Guimont. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices […]
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Our first MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide for 2022 finishes off as Jeff Gamet, Brett Terpstra, and Andrew Orr pick books, hardware, something to improve your mental health, and more. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Zocdoc. Find local doctors who take your insurance at Zocdoc.com/macvoices. Show Notes: 2022 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide – Master List […]
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Our first MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide for 2022 finishes off as Jeff Gamet, Brett Terpstra, and Andrew Orr pick books, hardware, something to improve your mental health, and more. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Zocdoc. Find local doctors who take your insurance at Zocdoc.com/macvoices. Show Notes: 2022 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide – Master List […]
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The annual MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide series is off to a great start with with picks from Jeff Gamet, Brett Terpstra, and Andrew Orr. Some were expected, some were a surprise. The panel delivers selections from Apple devices to book picks, power to a surprise Amazon choice. (Part 1) MacVoices is supported by Rocket Money. Cancel unwanted subscriptions today […]
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The annual MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide series is off to a great start with with picks from Jeff Gamet, Brett Terpstra, and Andrew Orr. Some were expected, some were a surprise. The panel delivers selections from Apple devices to book picks, power to a surprise Amazon choice. (Part 1) MacVoices is supported by Rocket Money. Cancel unwanted subscriptions today […]
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In the last part of this MacVoices Live discussion, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Andrew Orr, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, and Guy Serle look at the reports (and other conflicting reports) of global PC and Mac shipments, how accurate they are, and what to make of them. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported by NordVPN. Get secure […]
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In the last part of this MacVoices Live discussion, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Andrew Orr, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, and Guy Serle look at the reports (and other conflicting reports) of global PC and Mac shipments, how accurate they are, and what to make of them. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported by NordVPN. Get secure […]
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The AirTag/Lufthansa discussion wraps up as Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Andrew Orr, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, and Guy Serle share some final thoughts. The panel then discusses Airplane mode on the iPhone, what it does and doesn’t do, and why Bluetooth is never really turned off. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by NordVPN. Get […]
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The AirTag/Lufthansa discussion wraps up as Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Andrew Orr, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, and Guy Serle share some final thoughts. The panel then discusses Airplane mode on the iPhone, what it does and doesn’t do, and why Bluetooth is never really turned off. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by NordVPN. Get […]
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This MacVoices Live! panel starts off by looking at the change Apple made in how it refers to its laptops…or notebooks…whatever. What’s the logic behind it? Then, a surprisingly spirited discussion of the Apple AirTag/Lufthansa kicks off with the obvious questions: How could any airline let this story get so out of hand? Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric […]
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This MacVoices Live! panel starts off by looking at the change Apple made in how it refers to its laptops…or notebooks…whatever. What’s the logic behind it? Then, a surprisingly spirited discussion of the Apple AirTag/Lufthansa kicks off with the obvious questions: How could any airline let this story get so out of hand? Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Warren Sklar, Web Bixby, and Brittany Smith finish off the discussion about the Elon Musk/Twitter saga, touch on getting your news from the CARROT Weather app, and then dive into the EU legislation that will require consumer devices to use USB-C charging. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported by NordVPN. Get […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Warren Sklar, Web Bixby, and Brittany Smith finish off the discussion about the Elon Musk/Twitter saga, touch on getting your news from the CARROT Weather app, and then dive into the EU legislation that will require consumer devices to use USB-C charging. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported by NordVPN. Get […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel didn’t hold back when discussing the Adobe/Figma deal and what it might mean to the future of graphic and deisign collaboration. Neither were Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Warren Sklar, Web Bixby, and Brittany Smith bashful with their thoughts on the latest in the Elon Musk-buying-Twitter saga. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel didn’t hold back when discussing the Adobe/Figma deal and what it might mean to the future of graphic and deisign collaboration. Neither were Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Warren Sklar, Web Bixby, and Brittany Smith bashful with their thoughts on the latest in the Elon Musk-buying-Twitter saga. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Warren Sklar, and Web Bixby discuss what Figma is for those who don’t know, and why Adobe decided to purchase it for $20 billion. The MacVoices Live! panel covers the basics of the service, how it competes with Adobe, and how collaboration has become such a hot feature in almost any […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Warren Sklar, and Web Bixby discuss what Figma is for those who don’t know, and why Adobe decided to purchase it for $20 billion. The MacVoices Live! panel covers the basics of the service, how it competes with Adobe, and how collaboration has become such a hot feature in almost any […]
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This MacVoices Live! session wraps up as Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, and Warren Sklar continue their disagreement over the Apple Wallet app being able to be removed from the iPhone. That leads to a discussion of Apple Pay and other mobile payment platforms being available on competing platforms, and why that isn’t necessarily a good idea. The panel […]
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This MacVoices Live! session wraps up as Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, and Warren Sklar continue their disagreement over the Apple Wallet app being able to be removed from the iPhone. That leads to a discussion of Apple Pay and other mobile payment platforms being available on competing platforms, and why that isn’t necessarily a good idea. The panel […]
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This time, the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, and Warren Sklar shift gears with a report on the JAMF User Nation conference, their exclusive focus on the Apple market, and a notable customer who has abandoned Android and moved to JAMF-managed apple devices. Then, the first part of a heated debate about […]
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This time, the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, and Warren Sklar shift gears with a report on the JAMF User Nation conference, their exclusive focus on the Apple market, and a notable customer who has abandoned Android and moved to JAMF-managed apple devices. Then, the first part of a heated debate about […]
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Some of the MacVoices Live! panel members finally received their new hardware, and go in-depth on their experiences with both new features and the actual transition from older devices (sometimes much older) to Apple’s latest and greatest. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, and Warren Sklar discuss how well the transitions went, and how they varied. (Part […]
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Some of the MacVoices Live! panel members finally received their new hardware, and go in-depth on their experiences with both new features and the actual transition from older devices (sometimes much older) to Apple’s latest and greatest. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, and Warren Sklar discuss how well the transitions went, and how they varied. (Part […]
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FileMaker has announced that its database program will be free for individual users, but is that important? The MacVoices Live! panel of Dave Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Brittany Smith, Andrew Orr, Jeff Gamet, Patrice Brend’Amour, and Eric Bolden go deep on who will benefit, whether it is a threat to other database developers (including a member of the panel), and whether it […]
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FileMaker has announced that its database program will be free for individual users, but is that important? The MacVoices Live! panel of Dave Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Brittany Smith, Andrew Orr, Jeff Gamet, Patrice Brend’Amour, and Eric Bolden go deep on who will benefit, whether it is a threat to other database developers (including a member of the panel), and whether it […]
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The MacVoices Panel of Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Brittany Smith, Andrew Orr, Jeff Gamet, Patrice Brend’Amour, and Eric Bolden wrap up a discussion of iPhone photo sizes before revealing what new Apple products they purchased, what configurations they selected, and why. Next up was an in-depth discussion of the cycle tracking capabilities of the latest Apple Watch. (Part 2) […]
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The MacVoices Panel of Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Brittany Smith, Andrew Orr, Jeff Gamet, Patrice Brend’Amour, and Eric Bolden wrap up a discussion of iPhone photo sizes before revealing what new Apple products they purchased, what configurations they selected, and why. Next up was an in-depth discussion of the cycle tracking capabilities of the latest Apple Watch. (Part 2) […]
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This MacVoices Live! discussion starts off how the Apple Watch Ultra’s satellite option and what it will cost if one has to use it. That leads to an examination of the evolution of satellite networks for not just emergency services, but also phone and data use. Next, Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, Andrew Orr, […]
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This MacVoices Live! discussion starts off how the Apple Watch Ultra’s satellite option and what it will cost if one has to use it. That leads to an examination of the evolution of satellite networks for not just emergency services, but also phone and data use. Next, Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, Andrew Orr, […]
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Charlotte Henry of The Addition helps us understand the implications of the Apple Music-Super Bowl halftime show deal, not just from the the promotional value aspect, but also from the leverage it may give Apple in negotiating for other NFL options. One performer is (allegedly) confirmed…who else might we see, and who is that halftime show for, anyway? […]
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Charlotte Henry of The Addition helps us understand the implications of the Apple Music-Super Bowl halftime show deal, not just from the the promotional value aspect, but also from the leverage it may give Apple in negotiating for other NFL options. One performer is (allegedly) confirmed…who else might we see, and who is that halftime show for, anyway? […]
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David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Warren Sklar, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, and Brittany Smith finish off this MacVoices Live! conversation the end of the software update publicity discussion, taking a look at Warren Buffett buying into Apple in an even bigger way, and covering why YouTube getting into podcasts, even in a simple fashion, is a pretty big deal. (Part 3) […]
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David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Warren Sklar, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, and Brittany Smith finish off this MacVoices Live! conversation the end of the software update publicity discussion, taking a look at Warren Buffett buying into Apple in an even bigger way, and covering why YouTube getting into podcasts, even in a simple fashion, is a pretty big deal. (Part 3) […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Warren Sklar, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, and Brittany Smith wraps up their heated Google Photos debate before catching up on a number of other items, including flesh-tone Beats Fit Pro earphones, discussing why Apple’s prompt response to security is a good thing (contrary to what some headlines would have you believe), […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Warren Sklar, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, and Brittany Smith wraps up their heated Google Photos debate before catching up on a number of other items, including flesh-tone Beats Fit Pro earphones, discussing why Apple’s prompt response to security is a good thing (contrary to what some headlines would have you believe), […]
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In a catch-up edition of MacVoices Live!, the panel of David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Warren Sklar, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, and Brittany Smith discuss things that your iPhone has replaced, as well as functions, services, and activities that it has facilitated or enabled. Then, a debate over how Google handled a violation of their CSAM guidelines and the resulting denial […]
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In a catch-up edition of MacVoices Live!, the panel of David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Warren Sklar, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, and Brittany Smith discuss things that your iPhone has replaced, as well as functions, services, and activities that it has facilitated or enabled. Then, a debate over how Google handled a violation of their CSAM guidelines and the resulting denial […]
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In the September Update, Chuck’s solicits feedback on a possible new MacVoices connection, guests, likes, and dislikes, and delivers the month’s Support Report. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: […]
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In the September Update, Chuck’s solicits feedback on a possible new MacVoices connection, guests, likes, and dislikes, and delivers the month’s Support Report. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: […]
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As we wrap up our look at the iPhones 14 and iOS 16, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Patrice Brend’Amour, and Mark Fuccio zoom out to 30,000 feet to talk about how the new hardware and software advance the Apple ecosystem for user interaction, information delivery, and overall usefulness. (Part 3) This edition […]
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As we wrap up our look at the iPhones 14 and iOS 16, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Patrice Brend’Amour, and Mark Fuccio zoom out to 30,000 feet to talk about how the new hardware and software advance the Apple ecosystem for user interaction, information delivery, and overall usefulness. (Part 3) This edition […]
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Our MacVoices Live! conversation about Apple’s latest announcements continues as the panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Patrice Brend’Amour, and Mark Fuccio discuss the Dynamic Island, what it currently does, and what it will do once developers have a chance to integrate it into their apps. Overall performance of the iPhone 14, […]
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Our MacVoices Live! conversation about Apple’s latest announcements continues as the panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Patrice Brend’Amour, and Mark Fuccio discuss the Dynamic Island, what it currently does, and what it will do once developers have a chance to integrate it into their apps. Overall performance of the iPhone 14, […]
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Who got new Apple gear and new software? Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Patrice Brend’Amour, and Mark Fuccio have a MacVoices Live! discussion about their first experiences with both iPhones 14 and iOS 16. Initial bugs, favorite features and the Dynamic Island all go under the microscope. (Part 1) MacVoices is supported by Rocket Money. […]
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Who got new Apple gear and new software? Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Patrice Brend’Amour, and Mark Fuccio have a MacVoices Live! discussion about their first experiences with both iPhones 14 and iOS 16. Initial bugs, favorite features and the Dynamic Island all go under the microscope. (Part 1) MacVoices is supported by Rocket Money. […]
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Are you among new iPhone owners, or have one on order? Contemplating a new purchase? In this episode of Select Tech, Chuck identifies some essential gear choices to help protect your new device, and get the most out of it. Characteristics of cases, easy-to-install screen protectors, and various options for portable power are included. MacVoices […]
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Are you among new iPhone owners, or have one on order? Contemplating a new purchase? In this episode of Select Tech, Chuck identifies some essential gear choices to help protect your new device, and get the most out of it. Characteristics of cases, easy-to-install screen protectors, and various options for portable power are included. MacVoices […]
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Josh Centers has published Take Control of iOS 16 and iPadOS 16 for Take Control Books, just in time for you to find out all about the new versions of Apple’s mobile operating systems. Josh talks about some of the bugs that have cropped up since the release, such as the “vibrating camera” issue with the new iPhones 14, […]
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Josh Centers has published Take Control of iOS 16 and iPadOS 16 for Take Control Books, just in time for you to find out all about the new versions of Apple’s mobile operating systems. Josh talks about some of the bugs that have cropped up since the release, such as the “vibrating camera” issue with the new iPhones 14, […]
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The Los Angeles Creative Pro User Group is back after a pandemic-induced hiatus, and Mike Horton has everything you need to know about the return. Mike talks about what precautions are in place to protect attendees, and why some of those are beyond his control. We also talk about the scheduled presentations that include cloud-based editing, […]
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The Los Angeles Creative Pro User Group is back after a pandemic-induced hiatus, and Mike Horton has everything you need to know about the return. Mike talks about what precautions are in place to protect attendees, and why some of those are beyond his control. We also talk about the scheduled presentations that include cloud-based editing, […]
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? Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner wrap up their virtual visit to the Long Island Macintosh Users Group audience with a question and answer session that spanned topics from Apple’s “Far Out” event to AR, VR, and beyond. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Rogue Amoeba. Audio tools for everyone. Visit MacAudio.com to take 20% off […]
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? Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner wrap up their virtual visit to the Long Island Macintosh Users Group audience with a question and answer session that spanned topics from Apple’s “Far Out” event to AR, VR, and beyond. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Rogue Amoeba. Audio tools for everyone. Visit MacAudio.com to take 20% off […]
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Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner continue their discussion in front of a virtual Long Island Macintosh Users Group audience about the “Far Out” announcements. The discussion picks up in the middle of the Apple Watch part of the conversation. Apple Watch Series 8 or Apple Watch Ultra? Who is the Ultra for? Who is it competing with? Adam […]
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Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner continue their discussion in front of a virtual Long Island Macintosh Users Group audience about the “Far Out” announcements. The discussion picks up in the middle of the Apple Watch part of the conversation. Apple Watch Series 8 or Apple Watch Ultra? Who is the Ultra for? Who is it competing with? Adam […]
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Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner made a virtual visit to the Long Island Macintosh Users Group just a few days after Apple’s “Far Out” event to review and analyze the announcements. Adam talks about why people upgrade based on “change my life” features, reveals what he thinks was the most important announcements, and delivers his thoughts on Dynamic Island. […]
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Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner made a virtual visit to the Long Island Macintosh Users Group just a few days after Apple’s “Far Out” event to review and analyze the announcements. Adam talks about why people upgrade based on “change my life” features, reveals what he thinks was the most important announcements, and delivers his thoughts on Dynamic Island. […]
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? Joe Kissell continues the discussion of the next version of macOS and his new Take Control book, Take Control of Ventura. Joe covers some of the features he likes, some of the ones he is passing on, why upgrading to Ventura isn’t the major event that some past upgrades have been. Joe also outlines how […]
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? Joe Kissell continues the discussion of the next version of macOS and his new Take Control book, Take Control of Ventura. Joe covers some of the features he likes, some of the ones he is passing on, why upgrading to Ventura isn’t the major event that some past upgrades have been. Joe also outlines how […]
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Joe Kissell is back to talk about this latest Take Control book, Take Control of Ventura. Joe provides his thoughts on the upcoming version of macOS, why it won’t be as big as change as some past versions, and what you need to look out for when you do the upgrade. (Part 1) This edition of […]
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Joe Kissell is back to talk about this latest Take Control book, Take Control of Ventura. Joe provides his thoughts on the upcoming version of macOS, why it won’t be as big as change as some past versions, and what you need to look out for when you do the upgrade. (Part 1) This edition of […]
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An extra-large MacVoices Live! panel finishes up an extra-long session discussing the announcements from Apple’s “Far Out” event. This time, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Derek Miley, Brittany Smith, Web Bixby, Kelly Guimont, Patrice Brend’Amour, and Andrew Orr cover the audio and non-audio features of the new version of AirPods Pro, debate whether all the ports will ever be removed from the iPhone, and why it […]
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An extra-large MacVoices Live! panel finishes up an extra-long session discussing the announcements from Apple’s “Far Out” event. This time, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Derek Miley, Brittany Smith, Web Bixby, Kelly Guimont, Patrice Brend’Amour, and Andrew Orr cover the audio and non-audio features of the new version of AirPods Pro, debate whether all the ports will ever be removed from the iPhone, and why it […]
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The discussion of Apple’s “Far Out” event announcements continued as Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Derek Miley, Brittany Smith, Web Bixby, Kelly Guimont, Patrice Brend’Amour, and Andrew Orr finished up with some final thoughts on the iPhones 14, then turned their attention to the Apple Watch Series 8 and Apple Watch Ultra. Who are they for, who will buy them, and what are the important […]
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The discussion of Apple’s “Far Out” event announcements continued as Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Derek Miley, Brittany Smith, Web Bixby, Kelly Guimont, Patrice Brend’Amour, and Andrew Orr finished up with some final thoughts on the iPhones 14, then turned their attention to the Apple Watch Series 8 and Apple Watch Ultra. Who are they for, who will buy them, and what are the important […]
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Hours after Apple’s “Far Out” event wrapped, a mega-panel convened on MacVoices Live! to discuss and debate the announcements. The iPhone 14 and its variations were up first as Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Derek Miley, Brittany Smith, Web Bixby, Kelly Guimont, Patrice Brend’Amour, and Andrew Orr dug deep into the iPhone 14, with the A16 Bionic Chip, Display Island, and improved camera and […]
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Hours after Apple’s “Far Out” event wrapped, a mega-panel convened on MacVoices Live! to discuss and debate the announcements. The iPhone 14 and its variations were up first as Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Derek Miley, Brittany Smith, Web Bixby, Kelly Guimont, Patrice Brend’Amour, and Andrew Orr dug deep into the iPhone 14, with the A16 Bionic Chip, Display Island, and improved camera and […]
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This MacVoices Briefing focuses on the framed technology display pieces from GRID Studios. Chuck reviews the sample iPhone X frame as an example of how the GRID shows off the components of a device in an attractive presentation for any Apple or technology enthusiast. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Kolide. Get important, timely, […]
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This MacVoices Briefing focuses on the framed technology display pieces from GRID Studios. Chuck reviews the sample iPhone X frame as an example of how the GRID shows off the components of a device in an attractive presentation for any Apple or technology enthusiast. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Kolide. Get important, timely, […]
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This MacVoices Live! session concludes as the group talks more about cloud data storage, remote work and cloud-stored information security. Then, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Web Bixby, Guy Serle, Andrew Orr, and Eric Bolden circle back to next week’s “Far Out” event, and what we hope to see in the next Apple Watch. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel continues a discussion of cloud-stored data security following the hack of a password management software company and an inquiry from a MacVoices Patron. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Web Bixby, Guy Serle, Andrew Orr, and Eric Bolden cover their uses and faith in services like iCloud, Dropbox, and how work-from-home has complicated the security of data. (Part […]
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In anticipation of Apple’s “Far Out” event, the MacVoices Live! panel of host Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Web Bixby, Guy Serle, Andrew Orr, and Eric Bolden discuss what would encourage them to upgrade to the iPhone 14. From the expected camera improvements to a completely radical use case favored by one panel member, to the rumored satellite phone. (Part 1) This edition […]
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In the August Update, Chuck discusses the evolution of MacVoices, asks viewers and listeners for feedback on guests, floats the idea of a MacVoices Discord, and delivers the month’s Support Report. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: […]
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This MacVoices Live! panel wraps up with Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Guy Serle digging deep into the possibility of Apple adding more ads to their services, and why that type of ad placement is different and preferable to the ad tracking that so many other sites and services do. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Warren Sklar, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Guy Serle continue a MacVoices Live! discussion of revolutionary products before turning their attention to the unusual reason an iPad is being sent to the Moon and what it says about digital assistants. Then, the predictions that Apple will be increasing both the presence of ads in their services […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Warren Sklar, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Guy Serle look at the question of foldable phones: who wants one, what benefits would they have, and what configuration options there might be. That discussion transitioned to a debate over revolutionary products and whether this could be one. (Part 1) This edition of […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet and special guests Web Bixby and Eric Bolden finish up this session with a surprising topic: Microsoft Teams! The fact that, after 2 years, Microsoft has finally released an M1-native version. Whether this actually improves the Teams experience, the option of dedicated Teams boxes why your company […]
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Next up for this MacVoices Live! panel is a discussion of games on Netflix (surprise!), whether there will be or should be a Mac mini redesign, and how the Mac Studio fits into that picture. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet and special guests Web Bixby and Eric Bolden take on those topics, and each other. (Part 2) This […]
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This MacVoices Live! panel starts out with a personal story by host Chuck Joiner about how an Apple Watch sent a fall notice that hit close to home. Then, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea and special guests Web Bixby and Eric Bolden follow up with comments about the medial ID features on the iPhone, and renewed discussion about Windows emulation on […]
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This MacVoices Briefing covers the Anker PowerConf C200 Webcam. Featuring a 2K resolution, stereo noise-cancelling mics, and adjustable fields of view, the PowerConf offers some terrific features at a price that makes it easy to upgrade your video conference presence for business or personal use. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the […]
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A “sister” show to MacVoices is The Mac Show on The British Tech Network. Many, but not all, of the same faces, and different perspectives on some topics. This is a sample show recorded earlier this month that I wanted to give you a taste of another terrific Apple-oriented podcast. The panel delivers on of the “Summer […]
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In the final segment of this MacVoices Live! discussion, Chuck Joiner, Jim Rea, David Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Mark Fuccio, and Jeff Gamet dig deeper into the encryption and mobile device management aspects of the lost Secret Service messages, and whether text messages are only stored on your iPhone. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices After Dark, our […]
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Chuck Joiner, Jim Rea, David Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Mark Fuccio, and Jeff Gamet continue their discussion of Apple Pay and who is making money from it. Then, things get a little intense as the MacVoices Live! panel considers the reports that the Secret Service lost important messages, allegedly due to Apple’s encryption. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, Jim Rea, David Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Mark Fuccio, and Jeff Gamet take a look at the cancellation of Spotify’s Car Thing, and whether it is a symptom of what seems to be their “quick hit” mentality. The discussion then turns to Apple Pay, and a claim that they are overcharging the banks and credit […]
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In this edition of Select Tech, Chuck talks about two apps that will help you “read” more, regardless of what format your content is in. Want to listen to an audiobook or podcast faster? Overcast should be your first choice, for four key reasons. Need to have a web article or lengthy document read to you? Voice Dream Reader is the application […]
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Some final thoughts by the MacVoices Live! panel on virtualization are offered by Chuck Joiner, Jeff Butts, David Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Andrew Orr, as the discussion turns to the availability of an ARM-based version of Windows, how to get it, and how to install it. The chat room, again, offers input in use cases and the […]
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Our discussion of the revenue earned by Apple in games, and why it is so surprising, continues with Chuck Joiner, Jeff Butts, David Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Andrew Orr. Then, the MacVocies Live! panel focuses on whether the power of the M series-based laptops is being overlooked by those who create all of those “best laptop” lists that are […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, Jeff Butts, David Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Andrew Orr start off with a report on Macstock Conference & Expo by those who were able to attend, and covered how, even if you weren’t there, you will be able to benefit from the presentations. The group’s attention turned to the surprising amount […]
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Need some summer reading that is actually useful? Get away from those trashy novels that waste your time, and check out this MacVoices Briefing about to entertaining and informative books: After Steve: How Apple Became a Trillion-Dollar Company and Lost its Soul by Trip Mickle and This Is How They Tell Me the World Ends: […]
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This MacVoices Live! panel wraps up as Chuck Joiner, Mark Fuccio, Dave Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Brittany Smith share both their experiences with the butterfly keyboard issues and their reactions to the class action settlement. Was this a case of design over function? See what the group thinks. (Part 3) Kolide is an endpoint security solution for teams that […]
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Chuck Joiner, Mark Fuccio, Dave Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Brittany Smith finish their in-depth discussion of tech and travel. Yes, they offer some gear recommendations, but talk more about how they have trimmed down what they travel with (because they could), some hotel experiences, and engage the age-old debate of lasts vs. iPads. (Part 2) Kolide is an endpoint […]
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This MacVoices Live! discussion starts off with a suggestion from the Chat Room, to discuss the changes in the gear that we travel with. From the actual gear choices to the challenges of hotels, the panel of Chuck Joiner, Mark Fuccio, Dave Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Brittany Smith share experiences and recommendations. (Part 1) Kolide is an endpoint […]
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This MacVoices Briefing focuses on the important aspects of the Sonos Roam, a fully featured wireless speaker that boasts features such as Sonos Voice Control, Amazon Alexa, and Google Play. Chuck tells you why it is one of his favorite wireless speakers. Show Notes: Links: Sonos Roam on Amazon Sonos Roam on Sonos.com Support: Become a […]
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This MacVoices Live! discussion concludes with more on the Kantar designation of Apple as the world’s most valuable brand. The panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jay Miller, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Mark Fuccio, and Andrew Orr debate the methodology, but not the result, of that designation and how such designations are used in business. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is […]
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The discussion over Apple’s customer repair options for the iPhone was intense as Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jay Miller, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Mark Fuccio debated the pros and cons, and how it is being covered by the media in general, and one article in particular. Then, the group turned their attention to the 15th anniversary of the iPhone […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jay Miller, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Mark Fuccio start off discussing the recent vote by an Apple Store’s employees to unionize, Apple’s response, and what it means for all parties. Then, an article in the New York Times about the do-it-yourself iPhone repair option offered by Apple raised some blood pressures. […]
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In the July 2022 Update, Chuck talks about why he missed Macstock, delivers the monthly Support Report, and reminds viewers of MacVoices Magazine. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, Jim Rea, David Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, and Mark Fuccio wraps up our conversation about the health capabilities of the Apple Watch and what they can mean for you, and consider the problem of Internet Explorer and what it says about corporate management priorities and corporate IT. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is […]
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Chuck Joiner, Jim Rea, David Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, and Mark Fuccio finished up a discussion of how tech companies alienate their customers and then are surprised by the results in this edition…such as what Netflix is doing now. Then, this MacVoices Live! panel discusses a panel member’s doctor’s comments about the Apple Watch as a health device. (Part 2) […]
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This MacVoices Live! discussion with Chuck Joiner, Jim Rea, David Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, and Mark Fuccio starts out with thoughts on a postcard that some of the panel members received from Brave stressing their focus on privacy. The conversation then shifts to some obvious missteps by tech companies which alienate their customers, and why they happen. (Part 1) This […]
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“The Road to Macstock” wraps up in a conversation with Jay Miller, who will present something completely new: the importance of developer relations. Jay explains how this will fit into the Macstock agenda, from both the philosophical as well as the “nuts and bolts” perspectives. This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices After Dark, our […]
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“The Road to Macstock” takes an unexpected turn to Brett Terpstra, who will host two different speaker panel discussions at the event. Brett tells us how these panels will work and why they embody one of the best things about Macstock. Brett also shares a couple of tips about working from home. This edition of MacVoices is […]
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This MacVoices Live! session wraps up with more on the influence of Elon Musk, a look at Apple product shipments vs. their competition, and a debate over a failed iPad competitor. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Mark Fuccio, and Mike Potter have some conflicting opinions. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Mark Fuccio, and Mike Potter shift the discussion to the future of Drobo, Jony Ive and Apple going their separate ways, and the Elon Musk/Twitter conflict, which seems to be headed to court. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices Dispatch, our weekly newsletter […]
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MacVoices Live! was back after a one-week holiday hiatus with the panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Mark Fuccio, and Mike Potter. The group started out sharing their impressions (and purchases) from Amazon Prime Day, then turned to a review of the details and a last minute update on the upcoming Macstock Conference & Expo (Part 1) This […]
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“The Road to Macstock” runs through Pennsylvania in a conversation with Erin Dawson about music, Logic, and more. Erin will be demonstrating how to develop and enhance your own music creations for use with your video projects or just for fun. Whether you are experienced in music or just looking to start out, Erin will have something for […]
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“The Road to Macstock” takes us to Bryan Pearce, Solutions Developer and President of Deneb Corporation, for a discussion of databases. Brian’s presentation will focus on what can be done with FileMaker by Claris. This is especially compelling given the availability of FileMaker on all Apple productivity platforms, as well as a new product that is coming […]
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Our next stop on “The Road to Macstock” takes us to David Ginsburg, who took the theme of “Play” literally. David discusses how he will address the consumption of media, entertainment and otherwise, audio and video. You might think that this is obvious based on your own uses, but Dave has some other ideas about the […]
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Next on the “The Road to Macstock” is a conversation with Mike Schmitz, who will be talking about a “creativity flywheel”. Drawing on some recent developments in the field of productivity thinking, Mike will cover capturing, organizing, and accessing information that will help you be more creative. Find out what you can expect to learn in Mike’s session. […]
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We kick off our annual “Road to Macstock” series in a conversation with Macstock Conference & Expo organizer Mike Potter. We get the inevitable safety protocol discussion out of the way before digging into information about speakers, the schedule, and how it is all coming together. There will be some brand new topics never before addressed at […]
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Charlotte Henry of The Addition helps us make sense of Apple’s aggressive moves into live sports, especially the recent 10-year agreement with Major League Soccer. Exactly how it will play out, who will be able to watch how many matches, and whether we might see tiers or channels on Apple TV+ are all part of the conversation. […]
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The tone for our recent wide-ranging conversation with Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus was set early as Bob formally announced his retirement. Always outspoken, Bob explained why that means he will be leaving Texas, some of his plans for the coming year, and a couple of the services that will help him do it. We also spent some time looking […]
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In the second part of our conversation with David Sparks, we talk about the evolution of our software tools and how his legal education influences his approach to the many MarSparky projects. David also gives us a different perspective on the debate over whether the Mac and iPad are or even should come together. (Part 2) This […]
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We catch up with David Sparks to discuss a variety of topics, including his transition away from the practice of law and how MacSparkly.com has evolved and grown. Next, we touch on his new Shortcuts for Mac Field Guide, why shortcuts on the Mac got off to a rough start, and how it has improved in recent versions. (Part […]
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In the June Update, Chuck reviews the introduction of the Select Tech series, looks forward to both pre- and post- Macstock Conference & Expo shows, reviews some schedule changes for the next couple weeks, and delivers the monthly Support Report. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices […]
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The discussion surrounding USB-C vs. Lightning connectors for iPhone and iPad isn’t as clear cut as you might think. The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, Mike Schmitz, Dave Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Kelly Guimont, Mark Fuccio, and Frank Petrie cover the advantages and disadvantages of both, and why your use case might make the decision on which side of the […]
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The MacVoices panel of Chuck Joiner, Mike Schmitz, Dave Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Warren Sklar, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Kelly Guimont, Mark Fuccio, and Frank Petrie finally finish of the password debate, then focus their attention on a recent question over a class action legal fee. That led to a spirited discussion on the merits of such legal actions, before switching over to the start of a comparison […]
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This MacVoices Live! discussion starts out with a report and discussion on the other big event at WWDC, the annual State of the Union Address for developers. Chuck Joiner, Mike Schmitz, Dave Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Warren Sklar, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Kelly Guimont, Mark Fuccio, and Frank Petrie dig in to some of the new aspects, and presenters. The conversation then turns to what […]
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Our conversation with Terri Morgan, Co-Founder and Principle Designer and Chris Demiris, Co-Founder and Principal Engineer of LumaTouch wraps up with why LumaFusion should be considered a “professional app” for the iPad, and more on some of the upcoming features, including multi-cam editing. Yes, you can run LumaFusion on a Mac and Chris explains how, and we wrap with the team explaining […]
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We caught up with Terri Morgan, Co-Founder and Principle Designer and Chris Demiris, Co-Founder and Principal Engineer of LumaTouch to talk about why they decided not to attend NAB and their appearance in a WWDC video showing off Reference Mode in iPadOS. They also tease us with some of the new features coming in the 3.1 update (free as usual for […]
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In the second part of our conversation with Jeff Carlson about his new computational photography column, we take a hard look at some examples that go way beyond just making your photos look good. Jeff also covers some examples of how computational photography can help you do things that you might never be able to do […]
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Jeff Carlson has a new column at PopPhoto where he is covering computational photography. What is there to know beyond the iPhone? Quite a bit, actually. Jeff explains why computational photography is a real thing for not just taking but also editing photos as well as changing photo workflows. He shares some examples of each […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Andrew Orr, Mark Fuccio, and Frank Petrie wrap up this MacVoices Live! conversation by concluding a discussion of in-app account deletion requirements that Apple is expected to implement soon. That led into a conversation about abandoned accounts, and finished off with a conversation about a new tool for podcasters and anyone who does audio. […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Andrew Orr, Mark Fuccio, and Frank Petrie finish off a discussion of how podcasts have evolved, and answer a question about how they listen. Next up, Apple’s deadline for the inclusion of in-app account deletion is discussed, including why this has deadline has been extended before, why it might […]
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This MacVoices Live! panel starts out by commenting on Tim Cook being named to TIME’s list of the most influential people of 2022, and why this seemed to be a surprise to many. The panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Andrew Orr, Mark Fuccio, and Frank Petrie then turn their attention to speculating on what benefits any AR/VR […]
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In the first installment of MacVoices: Select Tech, Chuck explains what to expect from this new series, and starts off by covering the Anker PowerWave 2-In-1 Wireless Charging Stand and the White Noise app from TMSOFT. Show Notes: Links: White Noise Lite by TMSOFT Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices […]
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In his new update to Take Control of Your Digital Storage from Take Control Books, Jeff Carlson adds to our understanding of how our mass storage devices interact and perform with macOS Big Sur, and how that differs from previous versions of the system software. From Thunderbolt 4 and USB4 to managing APFS volumes and questions over the snapshots, […]
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Only hours after Tim Cook wrapped up the keynote address for WWDC 2022, on a special night, the MacVoices Panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Warren Sklar, Frank Petrie, Mark Fuccio, Brittany Smith, and Kelly Guimont connected to discuss and debate the hardware and software announcements. From the new M2-equipped Macs to the new Lock Screen coming in iOS 16, the […]
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Only hours after Tim Cook wrapped up the keynote address for WWDC 2022, on a special night, the MacVoices Panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Warren Sklar, Frank Petrie, Mark Fuccio, Brittany Smith, and Kelly Guimont connected to discuss and debate the hardware and software announcements. From the new M2-equilpped Macs to the new Lock Screen coming in iOS 16, the […]
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It is high school and college graduation season, so the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio Jeff Gamet, Warren Sklar, and Jim Rea share some of their hard-earned advice from their wide and varied careers. From experiences to work life balance, tech to non-tech, find out what the panel feels is most important for successful lives and […]
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It is high school and college graduation season, so the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio Jeff Gamet, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, and Brittany Smith share some of their hard-earned advice from their wide and varied careers. From experiences to work life balance, tech to non-tech, find out what the panel feels is most important for successful […]
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It is high school and college graduation season, so the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Warren Sklar, and Jim Rea share some of their hard-earned advice from their wide and varied careers. From experiences to work life balance, tech to non-tech, find out what the panel feels is most important for successful lives and […]
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This MacVoices Live! discussion starts of with Chuck’s apology to DuckDuckGo relating to a widely reported user tracking issue, then turns a wide variety of topics that include the Touch Bar vs. the Stream Deck, ads intruding on ad-free Apple Music playlists, and Twitter being fined. Next up, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Frank Petrie, Jeff […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Frank Petrie, and Guy Serle finish up this session by discussing how databases seem to have disappeared from the various office suites and why. One PC user’s conversation to the Mac because of the availability of a particular database program sparked the conversation. (Part 3) This edition of […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Frank Petrie, and Guy Serle continue the discussion of the challenges, benefits, and balances needed for returning to the office, something Apple and so many others are struggling with. Then, we look back on the iPod and what it meant to all of us in our personal tech journey. Music accessibility is the obvious […]
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The latest MacVoices Live! panel started off with Chuck’s latest Comcast adventure before turning to Apple’s alleged plans for ads and how it might play out. The panel of host Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Frank Petrie, and Guy Serle also start a conversation about the departure of a high-profile Apple employee who cited return-to-office mandates as the reason. […]
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In this MacVoices Briefing, Chuck talks about how the security landscape has changed when it comes to increases in ransomware attacks and the increasing frequency of Mac virus development, and why he has adopted not one but two different anti-virus, anti-malware solutions. This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available to silver, gold, […]
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We wrap up the podcast statistics and why they matter in this final part of a MacVoices Live! conversation with David Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Jeff Gamet, host Chuck Joiner,Jim Rea, and Guy Serle. Then, we discuss some AirTag adventures by the panel, touch on iOS ad blockers, and an example of domain name fraud and how to avoid it. (Part […]
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The debate over form over function continues and expands to Mac design vs. PC design as one panel member makes some controversial pronouncements…and is promptly abused for them. David Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Jeff Gamet, host Chuck Joiner,Jim Rea, and Guy Serle then turn to Facebook’s departure from the podcast market. Did anyone know they were there in the first place? Does […]
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? On the day that After Steve, a book by Tripp Mickle, was released, the MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Jeff Gamet, host Chuck Joiner, Jim Rea, and Guy Serle discussed some of the excerpts that were published online. Initial impressions from those excerpts led to a debate about from over function, and the effect Jony Ive’s departure may or may not […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet finally declared a truce in their Twitter debate and transitioned over to a discussion of podcast exclusivity. Some of the Spotify exclusive shows, including those produced by the Obamas, have left that platform, allegedly to reach a wider audience. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is […]
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The panel continues their discussion of Elon Musk buying Twitter, dancing dangerously close to politics, and evaluating who might stay and who might go if some of the projected changes are made. David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet debate Musk’s motivations, the possible results, financial and otherwise, and the effect of generational differences on social media […]
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A new MacVoices Live! panel takes on the purchase of Twitter by Elon Musk. Will the promise of some of the changes make the social media network more or less valuable? Just how much “free speech” will be tolerated? And what about the money? The panel of David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet weigh in. […]
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This MacVoices Live! panel wraps up with some discussion of a possible Apple challenger to the Echo Show and Google Nest Hub. Could a dedicated iPad be just as effective? Then, we have a little fun in follow-up to a previous discussion as the panel of Jeff Butts, David Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Jeff Gamet, Warren Sklar, Frank Petrie, and Jim Rea pick […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Jeff Butts, David Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Jeff Gamet, Warren Sklar, Frank Petrie, and Jim Rea continue the debate over AirTags and the idea that Apple should suspend their sale. Should Apple’s focus on privacy include not producing a tracker that can be abused? (Part 2) MacVoices is supported by Truebill. Get control of your subscriptions at TrueBill.com/macvoices. […]
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An article suggesting that Apple should top selling AirTags over stalking concerns sparked quite a debate, both on the MacVoices Slack, and with the panel of Jeff Butts, David Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Jeff Gamet, Warren Sklar, Frank Petrie, and Jim Rea. Find out why the possibility was viewed so differently by the group. (Part 1) MacVoices is supported by Truebill. Get control of […]
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In the May, 2022 Update, Chuck talks about wrapping up the MacVoices coverage of NAB, covers what to expect in the immediate future from the past MacVoices Live! shows, and hints at a new component of MacVoices. Also included are some notes on the MacVoices Blog and of course, the month’s Support Report. Show Notes: […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, we wrap up our coverage with a visit to the DeepBrain AI booth. Joe Murphy, Business Development Manager, talks about how their technology works, who is using it, and how it is much different than deep fakes. You may be seeing some of it on your television newscasts, especially if you are […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, axledit delivers a “pure” cloud video editing platform. CEO and CoFounder Sam Bogoch explains how they are different from other cloud editing platforms because they don’t require you to upload your video clips; only the editing is done in the Cloud. Sam talks about how you render, when you can upload, and […]
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From NAB in Las Vegas, Reggie Mitchell, Inside Sales Representative for Speechmatics, delivers an impressive demo of their speech recognition software. Using a proprietary engine, Speechmatics puts your words on screen fast, and then double checks for accuracy a few seconds later. Watch as Reggie’s entire presentation is transcribed as we talk. This edition of MacVoices is […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, we caught up with Matt Bach, Solutions Research & Development at Puget Systems, about how both Macs and PCs have their places in video production. Puget Systems works the PC side of the street, making custom boxes to meet their customer needs. Matt explains why their solutions are better in some cases, […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, we get the rundown on the wide variety of products that BirdDog introduced from Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer Eamon Drew. Some of those products had their genesis in the needs of BirdDog clients during the lockdown. Eamon discusses how they have partnered with Zoom to enhance the video conference experience. […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, Rick Smith, CEO of Broadcast Blinds, explains how the installation of their product in your studio, conference room, or even office will help you control the amount of natural light in your space, delivering a better environment for any video project. Whether it is broadcast TV or a Zoom conference, Rick explains […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, from the Frame.io booth, Chris Cohen, Chief Technology Officer for FiLMiC, discusses their new partnership with Frame.io. By integrating Frame.io’s capabilities in FiLMiC, filmmakers can easily distribute streaming proxy files to multiple stakeholders, accelerating and improving delivery. Chris explains what FiLMiC users need to do to take advantage of these new features. This […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, Skyglass offers professional virtual production capabilities for your iOS-based video projects. Ryan Burgoyne, Founder, explains the LiDAR scanner on your iPhone or iPad can be used to track your camera as you move in a virtual environment, and some of the options for those environments. We also e get a look at both […]
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At an undisclosed location near NAB in Las Vegas, we not only talked with Ben Nowak, Founder and CEO of Cinamaker, but also got a chance to see just how well their product works. While shooting various camera angles using Cinamaker and a variety of iPhones and iPads, Ben talked about the many new options they have added, including Zoom […]
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From the B&H Photo booth at NAB in Las Vegas, Curran Daly, Communications Manager for DJI, walks us through some of their latest products. Curran covers the new DJI Mic, the OM 5 iPhone Gimbal, the Mavic 3 drone, the new Action 2 action camera, and the Ronin 4D cinema camera and rig. Finally, the new DJI FPV drone system can help […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, Jim Tierney, Chief Anarchist of Digital Anarchy, updates us on their Transcriptive product and its search capabilities. Jim also touches on the use cases and improvements in some of their plug-ins, including why Flicker Free solves so many location shooting problems, how Beauty Box can make your subject look better, and more. This edition of MacVoices is […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, Elliott Enriquez, Client Success Manager for Showrunner Industries, explains how WritersRoom Pro takes the traditional corkboard-and-index-card method of story development can move into the future. With versioning, duplication, and versatile exporting, WritersRoom Pro improves and enhances the process of screenwriting. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Kolide. Meet compliance objectives […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, Gene Y. Cao, Director Of Operations at Insta360, walks us through some of their impressive line of camera products. They range from the Insta360 TITAN, an 11K resolution camera for cinematic VR to the Insta360 ONE RS, a modular action cam that can change lenses to improve resolution and change the orientation of […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, in the Studiobox booth, Co-Founder Max Ostrove explains how the lockdown inspired the creation of their product that puts a camera, mic, lights, and a Mac mini in a shipping case for remote production. All the subject has to do is plug in power and connect to the Internet. The Studiobox team does the […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, Yev Pusin, Director of Marketing for Backblaze, brings us up to date with all their services that help keep your data secure, and the news about their company. From individual online backup options to the industrial strength B2 Cloud Storage, Backblaze has what you need. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Kolide. […]
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From the show floor at NAB in Las Vegas, Alex Miller of B&H Photo introduces us to the SmallRig line of camera cages, handles, rigs, and accessories that are both high quality and affordable. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Kolide. Meet compliance objectives in a remote-first world without resorting to rigid device management. Try Kolide with all […]
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At NAB in Las Vegas, Other World Computing founder Larry O’Connor catches us up on how OWC covers the entire production process, from ingest to editing to storage. And not just supports the process, but enhances the process with both speed, reliability and security. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Kolide. Meet compliance objectives in a remote-first world […]
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From NAB in Las Vegas, Rob Walch, VP of Podcaster Relations and Rob Greenlee, VP, Content and Partnerships, talk about the many services that Libsyn offers to podcasters, from creation to hosting, advertising to monetization. They review the companies they have acquired that help enhance and deliver those services, and how affordable it can be to start your podcast. […]
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In the April 2022, Chuck thanks everyone for helping grow the show with social media activity, and explains the upcoming coverage of the NAB (National Association of Broadcasters) show from Las Vegas. He also shares a ride on The Loop, an outtake, and the month’s Support Report. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices […]
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This MacVoices Live! panel wraps up with discussions of YouTube’s video organization capabilities and why it can be a challenge to find things, and how Plex plugins might help, as well as give you a new way to watch. David Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Frank Petrie, Jeff Gamet, Andrew Orr, and Jim Rea talk about their experiences. […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Frank Petrie, Jeff Gamet, Andrew Orr and Jim Rea discusses web browsers, how Google is trying to control the internet, and where the new Duck Duck Go browser fits in. Then, the group covers the reports of more Macs than PCs shipping last quarter, and Plex dropping support for podcasts. (Part 2) […]
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Chuck’s first MacVoices Live! after being away found the panel gloating over their past behaviors before digging into the newest features of iMovie and why (for now) they are only on iOS and iPadOS. Then, the panel of David Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Frank Petrie, Jeff Gamet, Andrew Orr and Jim Rea go in-depth on the issue of sideloading, promoted by Tim […]
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David Ginsburg, Frank Petrie, Jeff Gamet, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, Kelly Guimont and Brittany Smith finish off this MacVoices Live! discussion by looking at the anniversary of a particular Mac Pro model, talk about the ability to run Classic Mac apps (especially games) in a browser window thanks to a new web site, and bringing Plex back into the discussion. (Part […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel delivers a detailed discussion of the Wyze’s decision not to upgrade the original version of their cameras, not reveal the security issues with them, and what it might mean to you when you pick up your next home security camera. David Ginsburg, Frank Petrie, Jeff Gamet, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, Kelly Guimont and Brittany Smith then […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Frank Petrie, Jeff Gamet, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, and Kelly Guimont soldier on while Chuck was away, discussing Apple’s official announcement that WWDC will be virtual with the exception of a small contingent in person at Apple Park. Find out who the group thinks will be invited, as well as their thoughts on […]
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Glenn Fleishman wraps up our discussion of his newest effort, Take Control of Untangling Connections for Take Control Books with discussions of Thunderbolt cables, USB-C compatibility, and more. Glenn also touches briefly on his Take Control of Your Apple ID, and why it is different from his other Take Control projects. (Part 2) MacVoices is supported by Truebill. Get control […]
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In his newest Take Control book, Take Control of Untangling Connections, Glenn Fleishman takes on the extremely challenging task of making sense of the many cable, connector, and function standards that you may run into. From the multiple variations of USB to DisplayPort and HDMI, Glenn gives us tips and tricks on what works best for […]
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The MacVoices Live! discussion of a potential Google Chrome takeover of the internet wraps up as David Ginsburg, Frank Petrie, Warren Sklar, Jeff Gamet, and Jim Rea discuss why Apple may be the only thing standing in the way. Then, the EU Digital Marketing Act, what it means for users, and what Apple’s reaction might be leads to a broad discussion […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Frank Petrie, Warren Sklar, Jeff Gamet, and Jim Rea discuss Apple’s “Best Picture” win at the Oscars and why it is important. That leads to a conversation about subscribing to and cancelling streaming services and the importance (or lack thereof) of back catalogs. Then, the panel starts to debate the issue of […]
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Guest Host David Ginsburg convened a MacVoices Live! panel while Chuck was traveling to challenge reports of Apple’s savings by not bundling chargers and earphones with iPhones. The panel of Frank Petrie, Warren Sklar, Jeff Gamet, and Jim Rea then evaluated a new Samsung monitor that looks to compete with Apple’s Studio Display, and Google’s Chrome browser reaching a significant […]
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As in-person conferences start to get back to normal, so do the events that accompany them. Dan and Katie Bérubé talk about the return of an NAB favorite. The SuperMeetUp is the return of the SuperMeet in a little different format more appropriate for the times. Dan and Katie talk about the new venue, the new […]
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Our conversation with Charlotte Henry about streaming sports concludes as we talk about blackouts, how Apple TV+ is starting to differentiate content based on geography due to rights holder issues, and the importance (or lack of) back catalogs to streaming services. Charlotte then introduces us to her new podcast, The Addition, and why the intersection of technology, […]
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Charlotte Henry helps us understand why Apple’s Oscar win is so important for its place in the entertainment industry. As if hit series weren’t enough, the Oscar is a stepping stone to even more credibility, bigger projects, and a confirmed place in the stream services race. Charlotte provides the perspective, then turns her attention to […]
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Kirk McElhearn has authored the second edition of Take Control of Audio Hijack for Take Control Books that covers the newest edition of Rogue Amoeba’s audio utility, version 4. Our discussion starts with some of the use cases that both Kirk and Chuck have encountered, including the benefits of Audio Hijack for podcasting and education. […]
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This is the second part of our sample MacVoices After Dark. The conversations before and after each MacVoices Live! show are completely spontaneous, so you never know what you will get, and that’s part of the fun. WARNING: unlike our regular shows, MVAD is uncensored, on- and off-topic, and the topics are always a surprise. […]
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We often reference MacVoices After Dark during the live shows and in the support spots. That makes us way overdue to give you a sample MacVoices After Dark. Find out what goes on before and after the MacVoices Live! sessions. WARNING: unlike our regular shows, MVAD is uncensored, on- and off-topic, and the topics are […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel finishes up this session with more picks of their non-tech podcasts. Guy Serle, David Ginsburg, Jeff Butts, Warren Sklar, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Kelly Guimont have some very interesting, off-beat picks, and the Chat Room chimed in with some of their own. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices Dispatch, our […]
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Guy Serle, David Ginsburg, Jeff Butts, Warren Sklar, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Kelly Guimont finish off the MacVoices Live! discussion of monitors before turning their attention to MacPaw’s SpyBuster software, and the amazingly heroic work they and so many other Apple developers are doing. That work isn’t just software related – it includes humanitarian efforts that go above and beyond. Then, […]
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A recent MacVoices Live! discussion started off with the revelation that the new Apple Studio Display has 64 GB of RAM and is running iOS. The obvious questions? Why? What can it do now? What might it be able to do in the future. The panel of Guy Serle, David Ginsburg, Jeff Butts, Warren Sklar, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Kelly Guimont […]
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Adam Engst is back to finish off our discussion of maps, map technology, and its obvious and not-so-obvious uses. Do you know what three words describe where you are at any given moment? We talk about some of the alternatives to location identification that are out there, but that haven’t quite caught on yet. (Part […]
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Adam Engst of TidBITS discusses some interesting use cases that the major map apps don’t address. If you are a runner, a walker or a hiker, Adam explains why the needs, and the solutions, are different, and picks some of his favorites.ways that he uses maps that many of us wouldn’t think about. (Part 1) […]
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Our MacVoices Live ! discussion of cord cutting with David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet wraps up with an examination of the local channels aspect of eliminating cable and some of the online options that might solve the issue. Streaming specialized sports, localized news and why it might not be all that it is cracked up […]
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The conversation about the new Universal Control feature in macOS continues as David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet discuss how they will use it, how it works, and why it may be a game-changer for at least one panel member. Then, the discussion turns to cord cutting as the group shares both experiences and tips that […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet discuss their experiences with all of the software updates that Apple released at once. While most things went smoothly, there were some bumps in the road. A new Siri voice was introduced which some are using and some are not, and the start of a […]
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Josh Centers has launched a new web site that all of us should consult at one time or another. Apple Buying Advice covers the major Apple product lines, and is being expanded as new products and revisions are released. Josh talks about the genesis of the site, digs deep into how he approaches recommendations, and the […]
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This month, Chuck talks a possible interruption to the MacVoices publication schedule, discusses User Group visits, delivers the Support Report, and reminds viewers and listeners of some of the other features of MacVoices. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation […]
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David Ginsburg, Jay Miller, Andrew Orr, Kelly Guimont, and Jim Rea finish off the MacVoices Live! discussion of the past, present, and future of Apple news reporting by covering how podcasting has changed the information delivery landscape. Anyone can now pick up a microphone and have a podcast. Anyone can turn on their camera and publish a YouTube channel. Both […]
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David Ginsburg, Jay Miller, Andrew Orr, Kelly Guimont, and Jim Rea continue the MacVoices Live! discussion of how Apple news coverage and commentary have changed…why it was different to start out with and why that difference continues right through today. How does the evolution change how the audience gets its Apple news, and how it is being delivered? How does that […]
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Our MacVoices Live conversation with David Ginsburg, Jay Miller, Andrew Orr, Kelly Guimont, and Jim Rea starts out by acknowledging the situation in Ukraine, and how it is affecting the Apple community through the friends and developers who live and work there. We then turn to the retirement of Apple journalism legend Jim Dalrymple. In looking at our individual […]
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In our quest to better appreciate black and white (monochrome) photograph, Kirk McElhearn both talks about and shows some revealing examples of his own work. They perfectly illustrate some of the points Kirk makes, and helps us understand why what we might feel is less is actually more. Get ready…you are going to want to experiment […]
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Kirk McElhearn takes on the task of helping us understand and appreciate the appeal of black and white (monochrome) photography. In the first part of our conversation, Kirk talks about being a monochrome photography enthusiast, shows off a special camera, and how a background in non-digital photography and developing helped him appreciate it. (Part 1) This […]
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? Our conversation with Adam Engst, Jeff Gamet, and the MacinTech User Group concludes with some of the other announcements from Apple’s “Peek Performance” event that included Apple TV+ programming, baseball, and how we would like to see the power of the M1 Ultra used. We also find out a bit more about hour hosts user group. MacVoices […]
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Our conversation with Adam Engst, Jeff Gamet, and the MacinTech User Group turned to the star announcements of Apple’s “Peek Performance” event, the M1 Ultra, the Mac Studio, and the Studio Display. The technical aspects of the announcements were touched upon, as was the question of who these products are for. (Part 2) MacVoices is supported by New […]
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On the same day that Apple held their “Peek Performance” event, Adam Engst, Jeff Gamet, and Chuck Joiner made a MacVoices virtual visit to the MacinTech User Group in Colorado. The conversation started out with the iPhone and iPad announcements. The iPhone SE has plenty of power, and raises the bar for the lower end phones. The […]
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Our MacVoices Live! discussion of the new Mac Studio, Studio Display, and the M1 Ultra wrap up with a conversation of the apparent change in design philosophy that this and some of the other more recent port additions seem to indicate. What could the Apple Silicon Mac Pro offer that the Mac Studio doesn’t? What […]
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The discussion of Apple’s ‘Peak Performance’ event continues as the MacVoices Live! panel of Mike T. Rose, David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Frank Petrie, Andrew Orr, Mark Fuccio, Guy Serle, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, and Kelly Guimont examine the power of the M1 Ultra, the design of the new Studio Display, and the utility of the new Mac Studio. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices […]
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Just hours after Apple’s Peak Performance event, the MacVoices Live! panel of Mike T. Rose, David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Frank Petrie, Andrew Orr, Mark Fuccio, Guy Serle, Jim Rea, and Brittany Smith got together to share their impressions of the announcements. We started off with the iPhone SE, and why it is an exciting upgrade, even if you are not in the market for it. Then, we take […]
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We all want privacy on the Internet, but does that include a right to anonymity? Charlotte Henry discusses the fallout around the revealing of the identities of the Bored Ape Yacht Club by Buzzfeed, and the journalistic considerations involved. We cover not only the responsibilities of the journalist, but also of her site, and the retributions […]
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Charlotte Henry joins us to talk about how the media approaches covering conflicts such as the war in Ukraine. Why are we talking about this on MacVoices? Find out as Charlotte discusses how social media and tech companies are responding, and why so much is still a work in progress. (Part 1) This edition of […]
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Our conversation with Jeff Carlson, the author of the new Adobe Photoshop Elements Visual Quickstart Guide, wraps up with an examination of some of the other capabilities of Adobe Photoshop Elements 2022 that are geared more helping you do more with your photos beyond the edits. Photo scrapbooking, typography, sky replacements, and much more are covered by Jeff, as […]
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? Jeff Carlson, the author of the new Adobe Photoshop Elements Visual Quickstart Guide, helps us understand who this version of Photoshop is for and what makes it different. Just because it isn’t the full, professional version doesn’t mean that it isn’t packing a whole lot of power. In part 1 of our conversation, Jeff explains how the […]
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Our MacVoices Live! panel concludes their conversation about products that we are hoping someone will make for us…and we are willing to pay for them. A debate about an iPhone-sized computer, macOS on the iPad, and an improvement we would like to see to Keynote are among the ideas the panel of David Ginsburg, Guy […]
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Our MacVoices Live! discussion with David Ginsburg, Guy Serle, Andrew Orr, Jim Rea, and Kelly Guimont continues as we did into the security of chat apps. Which one should you use, which ones should you avoid, and why you might not want to trust any of them with that really personal information. Then, we start to talk about products we […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Guy Serle, Andrew Orr, Jim Rea, and Kelly Guimont takes a look at the Super Bowl ads that had a tech bent, especially the crypto and Amazon Alexa ads. Were they effective? One of them took down the company’s server, and one of them seemed to be open to misinterpretation. Was […]
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More and more of our lives are moving to the cloud (or clouds), both at work and at home. Adam Engst of TidBITS discusses the pros and cons of the situation in an article on TidBITS and with us. Adam talks about his experiences with iCloud, Dropbox, Google Drive, Microsoft’s OneDrive and some others, and why […]
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In the February 2022 Update, Chuck reminds viewers and listeners about playlists on YouTube and Vimeo, subscriptions on both video services, and the importance of sharing MacVoices on social media. Sponsors are also important to MacVoices; he explains why you see the ones you do, and what you can do to help. The Update wraps […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, Brittany Smith, Jim Rea, Andrew Orr, Mark Fuccio, Kelly Guimont, Warren Sklar, and Jay Miller get even more intense in their evaluation of Apple’s announcement about accepting NFC payments on the iPhone. The panel strongly disagrees on whether this is a relevant development, and who will or won’t use it and why. (Part 3) […]
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Is Facebook doing a little too much posturing in the EU? Did Mark Zuckerberg really admit they can’t compete with Apple, blaming their issues on everyone else? David Ginsburg, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, Brittany Smith, Jim Rea, Andrew Orr, Mark Fuccio, Kelly Guimont, Warren Sklar, and Jay Miller finish up an examination of the latest controversial statements. Then a spirited discussion about Apple accepting payments […]
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The largest MacVoices Live! panel convened to take on a number of topics. First, inspired by an article by Derrick Story, Jeff Butts, David Ginsburg, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, Brittany Smith, Jim Rea, Andrew Orr, Mark Fuccio, Kelly Guimont, Warren Sklar, and Jay Miller look at the state of iPhone photography. How satisfied are we with the computational photography offered by the iPhone vs. a […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Jim Rea,, Jeff Gamet, and Brittany Smith wrap up a discussion of who’s right and wrong (if anyone) in the Spotify/Joe Rogan controversy. Then, quite by accident, the group covers whether we are buying, or just renting, or media when we “buy” online. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is brought to […]
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David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Mark Fuccio deal with a power outage for one panel member as they wrap up a conversation about Wordle, then turn their attention to the possibility of Apple allowing iPhones to accept NFC payments. What would it mean for Apple, their competitions, and for you? Then, this MacVoices Live! panel takes on the Spotify/Joe […]
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This MacVoices Live! session starts out with David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Mark Fuccio discussing the Amicus briefs filed in support of Epic’s position against Apple. Various State’s Attorneys General and Microsoft all piled on. What are the motivations, political or otherwise behind these briefs, and do they really make any difference? The panel digs in, then […]
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Our conversation with Joe Kissell about Take Control of iCloud, 8th Edition continues as Joe discusses some of the newer iCloud+ features that include Hide My Email, iCloud Private Relay, and using your own domain with the new iCloud features. Joe also has some strong feelings about the value of iCloud+, and why he’s looking forward to getting back […]
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Joe Kissell is back after a move to a new country with Take Control of iCloud, 8th Edition. There’s a whole lot new in iCloud; Joe takes us through some of the features that are popular but not necessarily well understood, including why all iCloud syncing isn’t the same, why you need to be aware of what happens […]
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We should have talked to Larry O’Connor of Other World Computing at CES, but we are correcting that now as he talks about the products that were released at the show, why you can daisy chain Thunderbolt docks but might not want to, and how Thunderbolt 4 improves on previous iterations. We also talk about the cable […]
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Aidan Fitzpatrick, CEO of Reincubate, shares the latest features and updates for Camo, an app that turns your iPhone into a high quality web cam. First, Aidan talks about what winning the Queen’s Award means for them, and the unusual right it gives them. Then, he goes on to demo some of the newest features, discuss […]
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David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, Warren Sklar,Kelly Guimont, and Brittany Smith finish up our discussion of our workspaces and some of our most essential gear in this MacVoices Live! discussion. Video and audio gear, charging stations, keyboards, and even desks for our remaining panel members are part of the conversation. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is brought […]
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Our discussion of workspaces, home offices, and productivity goes deep in the second part of a MacVoices Live! discussion with David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, Warren Sklar, Kelly Guimont, and Brittany Smith. From upgrades to office furnishings to desk choices ad more, the panel has some surprises in store. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel takes a look at Apple’s updated Personal Safety Guide and the new updates to it that have to do with AirTags. That, of course, prompted more discussion of how AirTags are being used in both good, bad, and unexpected ways. Then, we poll the panel of David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, Warren […]
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In this MacVoices Briefing, host Chuck Joiner discusses his transition to using MagSafe iPhone charging options, why he took so long to make the change, and why he wouldn’t go back. Find out what products he selected for each of the primary charging locations that assure that the iPhone will never not be charged, and […]
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In the second part of our conversation with crypto enthusiast Bryan Chaffin, we cover the differences in the “speed” of crypto and the number of transactions it can handle (and why that matters), what “staking” means in the crypto world, and how to move between fiat and crypto currencies. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by […]
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Crypto enthusiast Bryan Chaffin spends some time with us updating the world of crypto currencies. Crypto has been in the news lately, both from the use and return standpoints. Bryan helps us understand were crypto is at the moment, from acquiring and holding crypto to the various types of wallets and exchanges. We dig into the […]
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Before wrapping up the best products purchases of 2021, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, Jeff Gamet, Warren Sklar, Kelly Guimont and Mark Fuccio, get geeky to help a panel member find a solution to the problem of combining multiple computers to multiple monitors and keyboards for a home office. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Zocdoc. Find local […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of of David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, Jeff Gamet, Warren Sklar, Kelly Guimont and Mark Fuccio continue to share their picks for their best product purchases of 2021. From home office selections to wellness tech, there’s something for everyone. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Zocdoc. Find local doctors who take your insurance at Zocdoc.com/macvoices. […]
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Our MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, Jeff Gamet, Warren Sklar, and Kelly Guimont start off our discussion by following up on some of the New Year’s Objectives we previously set. Then, we start a conversation about our best tech purchases of 2021…things we use every day, things that help us do what we do. (Part 1) […]
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In the January 2022 Update, Chuck talks about two of the upcoming MacVoices Live! shows about to be released on the feeds, discusses access to the MacVoices Slack, and covers changes to some of the older RSS feeds. The Support Report wraps up the update. Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon […]
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Host Chuck Joiner shares his experiences with Apple’s powerful 16” MacBook Pro with the M1 Max chip. From purchase decisions to implementation to performance, Chuck offers some real-world experiences, identifies his only regret, and suggests some things to consider in determining whether the MacBook Pro is for you. MacVoices is supported by Truebill. Get control of […]
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If MacVoices had been able to go to CES, we would have had this conversation with Kyle Rand, Founder and CEO of Rendever, in person. Kyle explains how they are using VR to help address the isolation challenges that come with aging and the loss of mobility that is so common in that demographic. More than just providing […]
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Brian Ibbott of Coverville fame is about to launch the fourth season of America’s Next Top Podcaster, and wants you to be part of it. We talk about how you can make that happen, the time commitment involved, and their all-start panel of judges. Brian also explains how, even if you aren’t a contestant, that you can […]
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Brian McCollum, COO of eSight, explains how their medical device can help those with visual acuity issues, particularly macular degeneration. Two built in cameras help trick the brain into filling in what it normally couldn’t see. Brian walks us through it, and discusses the challenges they have in making both patients and physicians aware of this […]
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In a special, unscripted conversation from MacVoices After Dark, the panel of Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Kelly Guimont, Brittany Smith, and Andrew Orr discuss ways to make a Mac easier to use for a stroke patient. Hardware, software, system options, and more all made the list. This edition of MacVoices is sponsored by Smile, the makers of TextExpander for […]
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In an interview that should have taken place at CES, Christoph Fleischmann, founder and CEO of Arthur, introduces us to their virtual reality platform that is targeted at the enterprise market. We may not all be ready for this kind of immersive interaction next week, but it is coming. Christoph discusses how the rules are still being […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, Andrew Orr, and Kelly Guimont continues their debate over App Store scams and who has ultimate responsibility. Should Apple do more? What responsibility does the user have? Why do scam apps get overlooked by both? (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is sponsored by Smile, the makers […]
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Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, Andrew Orr, and Kelly Guimont wrap up a discussion of the past and tracking technology with a focus on Apple’s AirTags. Then, the panels discuss the iPhone at 15. How the iPhone, literally, changed the world, even for those who don’t use one, and continues to do so as it evolves. We […]
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MacVoices Live! starts of 2022 with the panel talking about some New Year’s objectives (not resolutions), that include email management, delegating some tasks to be able to focus on others, and going paperless. Then, the panel of Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, and Andrew Orr turns their attention to the Brooks Nader story of AirTag tracking, and […]
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Our second CES Briefing runs through more announcements that are worthy of your attention. Featured are products from OWC, MOFT, Chipolo, Kensington, Anker, Samsung (no, not a TV or monitor), Twinkly, Satechi, and Speck. This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices After Dark, our newest benefit for all Patreon supporters. Uncensored, off-topic, and always […]
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Dave Hamilton and Bryan Chaffin, now formerly of The Mac Observer, share the story of how one of the web’s original Apple news web sites was recently sold. The co-founders talk about what has made TMO special, how the sale came about, and why they hope the new owners make it a bigger success than ever. Dave […]
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In a virtual appearance from the CES show floor, Nancy de Fays, Co-Founder of Line, shows off three new products. The LINE FRZR is a gaming cooling pad that pumps cold (very cold) air into the laptop, improving performance. The LINESTAND is a vertical charging dock with three pads that keeps your devices on the job while […]
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MacVoices is supported by Truebill. Get control of your subscriptions at TrueBill.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Links: Scosche Plugable WHOOSH! Shokz (formerly AfterShokz) HANDL Hyper Eve Targus JBL Autonomous 8R Tractor | John Deere Precision Ag (video) Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: […]
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Our discussion of what the MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Frank Petrie, Jeff Gamet, Patrice Brend’amour and Jim Rea expect and want to see in 2022 finishes up with more on the Windows-on-macOS debate, the need for Apple to continually release new hardware updates, and why the iPhone release schedule has become a requirement rather than an option. Some final […]
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The extended Siri discussion wraps up with a comparison to a very old (and fondly remembered) program. The next set of expectations and desires included why Apple needs to focus on a HomePod ecosystem or whether the existing iPhone/app is adequate, and how it has one key feature that may be an advantage or a […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Frank Petrie, Jeff Gamet, Patrice Brend’amour, and Jim Rea continued the discussion of Siri, comparing and contrasting its usefulness and accuracy to other smart home assistants. Drawing from science fiction, the group talked about what they would like Siri to be and whether that is or is not realistic. Is Siri good […]
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The last MacVoices Live! panel of 2021 got together to discuss expectations and desires when it came to Apple products in particular, and tech products in general. David Ginsburg, Frank Petrie, Jeff Gamet, Patrice Brend’amour and Jim Rea started off with why the Lightning interface should go away, then turned quickly to how Siri needs to improve. From implementation to […]
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We start 2022 the same way we finished up 2021: by looking at some of the top Apple and tech stories with Ken Ray of macOSKen. Ken and Chuck finish up a discussion of the rise of the metaverse concept, then turn to an in-depth discussion of why Apple TV+ is different than other streaming services, and […]
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Ken Ray of macOSKen helps us take a look at some of the top Apple and tech-related stories of 2021. Ken and Chuck start out with the obvious choice: COVID-19 and what it meant for Apple at all levels. Then, they each pick an “imaginary” product that impacted things this year. That discussion starts with Apple Car […]
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In the final Update for 2021, Chuck talks about his decision not to attend CES in person, and how that will affect this year’s CES coverage. Then, he expresses his appreciation to everyone associated with MacVoices in any fashion and reveals a new Patreon benefit and how it expands access to the MacVoices Slack. The […]
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Our MacVoices Live! Holiday Party wraps with the panel of David Ginsburg, Frank Petrie, Jeff Gamet, Kelly Guimont, Jim Rea, Mark Fuccio, and Brittany Smith sharing their tips and techniques for dealing with holiday tech support requests, and also talking about some of the traditions they and their families share. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Coinbase. For a limited […]
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The MacVoices Live! Holiday Party continues as David Ginsburg, Frank Petrie, Jeff Gamet, Kelly Guimont and Jim Rea are joined by Mark Fuccio and Brittany Smith to continue the discussion of digital identification and the intersection of privacy, convenience, and tracking. How much do we give up to get what want in the way of services, and how much inconvenience are […]
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As the holidays close in, the MacVoices Live! crew got together for an online holiday party. David Ginsburg, Frank Petrie, Jeff Gamet, Kelly Guimont and Jim Rea were the first to arrive, and a discussion that started with celebrity donuts quickly shifted to the announcement of support for digital drivers licenses, online tracking, and where the two might intersect. (Part 1) […]
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The second part of our 7th and final MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide for 2021 features the final picks from Rosemary Orchard, Frank Petrie, Bart Busschots, and Mike Potter. Music to education, organization to function, there are some great picks as we wrap up and head for the holidays. (Part 2) Today’s MacVoices is sponsored by Upstart. Fair and fast […]
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Our seventh and final MacVoices Holiday Gift Gide for 2021 kicks off with the virtual panel of Rosemary Orchard, Frank Petrie, Bart Busschots, and Mike Potter selecting picks that go from fun to practical, inexpensive to not-so-inexpensive-but-worth-it. (Part 1) Today’s MacVoices is sponsored by Upstart. Fair and fast personal loans. Go to upstart.com/macvoices and find out how Upstart can lower […]
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Josh Centers weighs in with a different kind of Gift Guide pick, sharing some of his personal tips and tricks for acquiring the much-sought-after PlayStation 5 and Xbox gaming consoles. Find out what Twitter accounts to follow, what YouTube alerts to set, how to avoid scams, and one of Josh’s tricks to help you get […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Frank Petrie, David Ginsburg, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, Warren Sklar, Kelly Guimont, and Mark Fuccio wrap the Log4Shell discussion, touch on Apple approaching a $3 trillion (with a “T”) market cap, and whether the analysts really get it. Finally, some interesting commentary on Elon Musk as Time’s Person of the Year concludes the session. […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel continues the discussion of Toyota implementing s remote-start subscription model, CarPlay, and self-driving vehicles. Then, Frank Petrie, David Ginsburg, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, Warren Sklar, Kelly Guimont, and Mark Fuccio turn their attention turns to the Log4Shell exploit, covering where it came from and what you can and can’t do about it. (Part 2) MacVoices is […]
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An extra-large MacVoices Live! panel of Frank Petrie, David Ginsburg, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, Warren Sklar, Kelly Guimont, and Mark Fuccio look hard at the tech-adjacent topic of Toyota implementing a subscription service for remote start on their vehicles. The panel examines the reasons behind the move, what options there might be, and the impact on a Toyota car-buying […]
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Terri Morgan and Chris Demiris of Luma Touch recently won the Apple’s prestigious “iPad App of the Year” award for iPad video editing app LumaFusion. They talk about what the award means to them, how they found out, and why they credit Apple for providing the tools to build an amazing app. Terri and Chris also talk about how the […]
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Gary Levitt, Co-Founder of Future Moments, is back to discuss the enhancements to MicSwap that allow private and secure collaboration on any audio project, and especially music projects. Gary explains why that security is so important, how they go about accomplishing it, and gets a little geeky in explaining how the system works. We also cover […]
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MacVoices Gift Guide #5 wraps up with more picks from Brittany Smith, Mike T. Rose, and David Ginsburg. Great gift ideas for the tech-inclined, and why our panelists selected them. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices After Dark, our newest benefit for all Patreon supporters. Uncensored, off-topic, and always off the wall. Show […]
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The MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #5 features gift ideas from Brittany Smith, Mike T. Rose, and David Ginsburg. From storage devices to wellness, audio and video, this one has something for everyone. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices Dispatch, our weekly newsletter that keeps you up-to-date on any and all MacVoices-related […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Mike T. Rose conclude the discussion on the importance of virtualization for the Mac, and then dig into the lawsuit by Apple against NSO Group that alleges Pegasus targeted Mac users. (Part 3) Today’s MacVoices is sponsored by Upstart. Fair and fast personal loans. Go to upstart.com/macvoices […]
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David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Mike T. Rose, and host Chuck Joiner continue the discussion of their Apple repair experiences in and out of Apple Stores. The panel then take on the questions and issues surrounding Microsoft, Qualcomm, and ARM, and what it means for running Windows in an virtual environment on an M1 Mac. (Part 2) Today’s MacVoices […]
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David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Mike T. Rose share their thoughts on the change in Apple’s repair policy: what’s behind it, who it is good for, and why it may not make a big difference to most users. The panel also shares their repair experiences in-Apple Store and direct. (Part 1) Today’s MacVoices is sponsored by […]
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The panel for our fourth gift guide, Peter Cohen, Jim Rea, and Wally Cherwinski, finish off their picks with picks that literary, electronic, Apple-oriented, and more. See which ones you will be giving as well as getting. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices After Dark, our newest benefit for all Patreon supporters. Uncensored, off-topic, […]
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Our fourth holiday gift guide features picks from Peter Cohen, Jim Rea, and Wally Cherwinski, as well as a special appearance by Ken Ray. The gifts range from practical to fun, gaming to video and photography. (Part 1) MacVoices is supported by quip. Better oral health made simple. Get your first refil free at getquip.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Guests: Wally […]
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Guests Charles Edge, Elle Newman, and Brett Terpstra wrap up our third holiday gift guide in a fun look at some unusual choices. (Part 2) MacVoices is supported by quip. Better oral health made simple. Get your first refill free at getquip.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Guests: Charles Edge has written 9 books and over 3,000 blog posts on technology, with a […]
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The third MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide features picks from our all-Minnesota panel of Charles Edge, Elle Newman, and Brett Terpstra. Get ready for some fun and some off-the-wall picks that are both tech and “tech-adjacent”. (Part 1) MacVoices is supported by quip. Better oral health made simple. Get your first refill free at getquip.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Guests: […]
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In the November, 2021 Update, Chuck answers some questions about the recording methods used for the various flavors of MacVoices, and why those methods yield different results. Our social media presences, gift guides, and the Support Report round out the Update. Show Notes: Links: Gift Guide Links: MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide (all picks) on the […]
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David Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Kelly Guimont, and Mark Fuccio finish up our MacVoices Live! discussion of Apple buying ads for apps in the App Store before turning their attention to the effects of app tracking. We finish up with some thoughts on why there seems to be so much bias against big companies…and big tech companies […]
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Our MacVoices Live! pane of David Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Kelly Guimont, and Mark Fuccio examine Amazon’s release of a Prime Video app. Is it for your benefit or theirs? Then the panel starts a discussion of the implications of Apple purchasing Google ads for apps in the app store. Who does it benefit? Is the practice just […]
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Our MacVoices Live! discussion with David Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Kelly Guimont, and Mark Fuccio starts off with supply chain comments, then quickly shifts to the security of using Apple Mail on the Apple Watch. Is this a real concern, Apple’s negligence, or just a clickbait headline. Find out what the panel’s conclusions are. (Part 1) This edition […]
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The MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #2 wraps up as Jeff Gamet, Mark Fuccio, and Mike Schmitz make their final picks, cost each other money, and agree on one pick at the end because they all already have it. (Part 2) MacVoices is supported by Truebill. Get control of your subscriptions at TrueBill.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Guests: Mark Fuccio is actively involved in […]
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Our MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #2 panel of Jeff Gamet, Mark Fuccio, and Mike Schmitz is full of varied picks and lots of fun. Themes are starting to develop in this year’s crop of gift ideas, and this panel helps establish those trends. See what they want to give, get…or maybe have picked up already for themselves. (Part […]
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Our MacVoices Live! panel shifts the discussion to the demand for Apple products, then looks at the many considerations when configuring your new MacBook Pro…or any new hardware. What is important? What is worth paying for? What are the factors, beyond price, that you should take into account? David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, and Mark Fuccio provide their […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, and Mark Fuccio discuss topics of current relevance to Apple, including supply chain constraints and how they affect buying decisions, the enterprise’ reactions to Apple’s latest products, and the recent drop in Apple hardware trade-in prices. (Part 1) Today’s MacVoices is sponsored by Upstart. Fair and fast personal […]
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The second part of our first 2021 Holiday Gift Guide wraps up as Kelly Guimont, Patrice Brend’amour, and Warren Sklar provide their final picks that are practical, fun, and surprising. (Part 1) Today’s MacVoices is sponsored by Upstart. Fair and fast personal loans. Go to upstart.com/macvoices and find out how Upstart can lower your monthly payments. Show Notes: […]
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Our 2021 Holiday Gift Guide series kicks off as Kelly Guimont, Patrice Brend’amour, and Warren Sklar deliver some tech and non-tech gift ideas. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices Dispatch, our weekly newsletter that keeps you up-to-date on any and all MacVoices-related information. Subscribe today and don’t miss a thing. Show […]
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The conclusion of our conversation with Jeff Carlson about Take Control of Apple Watch, Second Edition turns to the past and present evolution of Watch apps. How the sensors in the newer watches have enabled some of that evolution, how the incremental changes make a big difference in your use of the Apple Watch, and some reminders […]
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? Jeff Carlson has updated Take Control of Apple Watch to the second edition, to cover the latest hardware and software for Apple’s wearable. We talk about what’s new in Apple Watch 7 and watchOS 8, and how Apple’ has kept a significant number of the previous iterations of Apple Watch useful and relevant. (Part 1) This […]
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David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Andrew Orr, Mark Fuccio, and Brittany Smith finish up this MacVoices Live! discussion by outlining what Apple gear they have on order, and commenting on the challenges of some of the online conference services. Then, the discussion goes on the rails…railroad rails. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Coinbase. For a […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Andrew Orr is joined by Mark Fuccio and Brittany Smith The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Andrew Orr is joined by Mark Fuccio and Brittany Smith to answer listener questions about how we refer to our smart assistants. Why do we use nicknames such as “S-Lady” for Siri, “A-Lady” for Alexa, etc.. Do […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Andrew Orr take a hands-on look at the much-talked-about Apple polishing cloth, the newest version of the AirPods, and the Apple Watch 7. Is the cloth worth the money? Should you upgrade your AirPods? Do wrist tattoos still cause issues with the Apple Watch? Find out from those […]
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Jeff Carlson and Mason Marsh of Photocombobulate finish up a discussion of on-the-road workflows and talk about the benefits of being “in the moment” for photography and so many other things. We wrap the conversation with some lessons learned by Jeff and Mason that might be useful to you in your next project, whether it is a two-week photo journey, […]
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The hosts of Photocombobulate, Jeff Carlson and Mason Marsh discuss a recent two-week photo journey, and what it took to make it a success. We start out with where they went, the clothing they selected due to the conditions, and the hardware they took to make the most of the trip. How they stayed powered, how they stayed connected, […]
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Our conversation with Glenn Fleishman concludes with some of his thoughts from his new Take Control of Cryptocurrency, and who it is for: the investor or the speculator. Glenn also talks about some of his other latest activities, including a flong show-and-tell on YouTube. (Yes, flong). (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is sponsored by Smile, the […]
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Our conversation with Glenn Fleishman continues as we talk about the latest edition of Take Control of iOS & iPadOS Privacy and Security and the new Take Control of Securing Your Mac. Glenn discusses some of the new security features in macOS Monterey, updates to iCloud that includes email and web surfing security options, and the four different […]
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Glenn Fleishman is back to talk about some of the many Take Control books he updated and wrote during the pandemic lockdown. We start out with a review of all the titles, then settle in to Take Control of Find My and AirTags. Glenn explains the three different parts of the Find My service, makes sense of devices […]
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Michael E. Cohen, the tech and copy editor for Take Control of Numbers, 3ed Edition by Sharon Zardetto, discusses some of the newest features of Apple’s spreadsheet. We cover who Numbers is for, and why it excels (no pun intended) at presenting complex spreadsheet data in a visually pleasing, easier-to-understand format. From why colorization is so important […]
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In the MacVoices Update for October, Chuck talks about what the free MacVoices Magazine offers, especially as new hardware and software hits the streets, touches on the MacVoices Slack for MacVoices patrons, and delivers the month’s Support Report. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this […]
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Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus provides some more life advice as we wrap up a conversation that includes his career-long experiences with remote interactions, why brevity is such an important skill, especially now, and his thoughts on retirement. What Mac he is currently using (and loves), a hardware pick, and his evolving passion for woodworking. (Part 2) […]
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In a wide-ranging conversation, Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus provides some thoughts on how Apple has come through the pandemic, how augmented reality and virtual reality might affect our lives, and how business is evolving from both the human and tech standpoints. Bob also offers some advice to young people who are starting to enter the […]
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David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, and Kelly Guimont wrap up our coverage of the “Unleashed” event with a discussion of why it took so long for 1080p cameras to be included in Apple laptops, questions over the color matching between Apple product lines, and the new colors of the HomePod mini. We finish up discussing why […]
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The MacVoices Live! analysis of Apple’s “Unleashed” event with David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, and Kelly Guimont continues with conversations of HDMI 2.1 vs. 2.0, MagSafe and USB-C charging options. The panel also debates the much-publicized “notch” for the FaceTime camera, the location of ambient light sensors, and the inclusion of the 1080p camera in […]
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After a day of contemplation and review of the details available, the MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, and Kelly Guimont take on Apple’s “Unleashed” event. We start off with Chuck being corrected on one assumption about the Apple Music Voice Plan, mourn (more or less) the loss of the Touch Bar, […]
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Our conversation about Cybersecurity Awareness Month with the panel of David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Patrice Brend’amour, Brittany Smith, and Kelly Guimont wraps up as we discuss how your security and privacy practices can affect this around you, VPN use, and how to safely answer security questions. We also talk about how debit cards are different in the U.S. and elsewhere, […]
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Our MacVoice Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Patrice Brend’amour, Warren Sklar, Brittany Smith, and Kelly Guimont turn their attention to why Google is changing their position on embracing the native iOS interface elements. Then, we start a discussion of a number of different topics for Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Topics this time around include Mac software, why 2 factor […]
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This MacVoices Live! starts with a brief follow-up on last week’s Facebook discussion before diving in to anticipation over Apple’s “Unleashed” event. Find out what the panel of David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Patrice Brend’amour, Warren Sklar, Brittany Smith, and Kelly Guimont thinks about what hardware will and will not be announced, whether there is any significance to the selection of […]
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This MacVoices Live! discussion with David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, Warren Sklar, Mark Fuccio, Patrice Brend’Amour, Jay Miller, Brittany Smith, and Kelly Guimont shifts to a hot topic in the business world: bring your own device (BYOD) vs. choose your own device (CYOD). Which is better for you? Which is better for your employer? Is your personal device at risk if you […]
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Our MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, Warren Sklar, Mark Fuccio, Patrice Brend’Amour, Jay Miller, Brittany Smith, and Kelly Guimont conclude the discussion of Facebook’s most recent Congressional appearance and their tactics, then turn to the anniversary of Steve Job’s passing. You might be surprised at some of the observations of their thoughts and impressions. Find out which […]
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The MacVoices Live! super-panel of David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, Warren Sklar, Mark Fuccio, Patrice Brend’Amour, Jay Miller, Brittany Smith, and Kelly Guimont got a little hot under the collar discussing the effects of the Facebook whistleblower’s congressional testimony, and why this might be different than past investigations into the social network’s behavior. Can a whistleblower with documentation affect change where […]
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Our discussion with Alexander Embiricos, Co-Founder and CEO, and Dan Wood, Chief Programmer, of Remotion, continues with some of the “nuts and bolts” features of their remote working program, including screen sharing, security of audio and video conversations, and more. Then, we take a turn into company cultures how software can support those cultures, and which comes […]
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Alexander Embiricos, Co-Founder and CEO, and Dan Wood, Chief Programmer at Remotion, introduce us to a different kind of tool to apply to remote work. Alex goes into the pre-pandemic origins of Remotion, the need for “ambient awareness” for remote workers, and provides a demo. Dan goes into how Remotion takes its cues from the macOS […]
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This MacVoices Briefing reviews the pros and cons of the ProCase iPad Mini 6 Keyboard Case, a case designed specifically for the iPad mini 6. It adds a lightweight detachable keyboard option to your mobile computing at an affordable price for both. MacVoices Magazine, our free magazine on Flipboard. Updated daily with the best articles on […]
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Our conversation with David Ginsburg, Jay Miller, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Andrew Orr, Kelly Guimont, Brittany Smith, and Mike Schmitz about the iPad mini 6 concludes with more on the usefulness and power of the device, and why you should get one. The panel also comments on the status of Shortcuts, and why there may be concern as macOS Monterey approaches. (Part […]
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David Ginsburg, Jay Miller, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Andrew Orr, Kelly Guimont, Brittany Smith, and Mike Schmitz continue the discussion of new Apple hardware by wrapping up the iPhone 13, and moving on to the iPad mini 6 and why it just might be the perfect iPad for almost everyone. The panel also touches on MagSafe use and battery life. (Part 2) […]
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Some of the MacVoices Live! panel received new hardware this week, and shared their views and experiences. We start off with the new iPhone 13 and its variations, and observations from the panel of Brittany Smith, David Ginsburg, Jay Miller, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Andrew Orr, and Kelly Guimont. We also cover some free professional video, and way to hack LinkedIn to […]
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The last part of our MacVoices Live! discussion with David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Andrew Orr, Kelly Guimont, Jim Rea, and Brittany Smith continues our discussion of iOS 15 installation and stability experiences, and also talks about “security research” vs hacking Apple’s servers, where the line is, and what should happen if it is crossed. (Part 3) Today’s MacVoices is sponsored […]
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David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Warren Sklar, Andrew Orr, Kelly Guimont, and Jim Rea continued our MacVoices Live! discussion of password security before transitioning to a review of the new security measures of Apple Card, a discussion of the new subscription Marvel podcast, and start a conversation about iOS 15 implementation. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is sponsored by Smile, the […]
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Why are people still using the same passwords for difference services for web sites? The MacVoice Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Warren Sklar, Andrew Orr, Kelly Guimont, and Jim Rea attempt to answer that question, examining password managers and authentication apps along the way. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is sponsored by Smile, the makers of TextExpander for […]
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Host Chuck Joiner provides a monthly Update that includes news about the free Post Production World, access to MacVoices After Dark and the MacVoices Slack, and delivers the Support Report. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: […]
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We continue our conversation with Jay Miller about looking at tech companies through a social equity lens, and how their social efforts might affect consumer’s buying decisions. What happens when a company’s decision goes against your values…or mine? Does the company involved have an obligation to listen, or make a revision to a business decision? Should […]
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Jay Miller joins us to discuss his new podcast, Conduit, and how it delivers a different take on productivity. Not just content with sharing what they do, Jay and Kathy Campbell help listeners create their own challenges and celebrate the successes on the show. The conversation then turns to the question of holding our apps (and […]
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Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner wrap up their virtual visit to the Apple CIDER user group by touching on large monitors and M1 Macs, Adam’s thoughts on the integration of features across OSs and devices, and SharePlay. We have a little fun with a Zoom feature, and look at where the Apple Watch has been, were is, and […]
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Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner continue their visit to the Apple CIDER user group in Rochester NY with a broader discussion of privacy and technology before turning to the iPhone 13. Buying new, handing down lower models, and exploding batteries are all covered. Then, Mac repairs take center stage as everyone shares some of their experiences. […]
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In the midst of a thunderstorm, Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner make a virtual visit to the Apple CIDER user group in Rochester NY. In Part 1, we talk about weather apps, Apple’s support of classical music, and Adam’s project to combine multiple sets of speakers. We also dipped into the CSAM controversy and the implications of […]
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Our conversation with Gary Levitt, Co-Founder of Future Moments, continues with the story the genesis of their apps, how he and his partner found each other, and how they interact to bring the products to market. Gary also talks about their unusual pricing model that puts all of their apps within reach of anyone who […]
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Gary Levitt, Co-Founder of Future Moments, introduces us to their iOS and Mac Apps that enhance the audio portion of your mobile content creation. Gary walks us through the capabilities of their portfolio of apps that has something for everyone, regardless of whether you are creating video or audio projects. From emulating a variety of […]
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