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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.
Chuck provides a briefing on the function and benefits of the OWC Drive Dock from Other World Computing. Connection, operation, and some suggested use cases are included, as well as recommendations on drive naming and bare drive storage when not in use in the Drive Dock. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:00:00 Introduction to the OWC Drive […]
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The second part of this MacVoices Live! conversation finds Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, and Jim Rea discussing: More on Microsoft’s OneDrive Misstep More Right to Repair discussion: hardware pairing and locks The Humane Pin – Who Will Buy It? (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Magazine, our free magazine on Flipboard. […]
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This MacVoices Live! series starts of with an unexpected turn: A “poem” composed by ChatGPT and verbalized by Siri. The panel of Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Mark Fuccio, and Jim Rea then talk about not just the content, but also how many iterative queries it took to get the final product. Then, the group looks at […]
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Our discussion of the new Apple USB-C Pencil continues with David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Mark Fuccio, Kelly Guimont, and Brittany Smith The panel delves into the decision to sacrifice inductive charging for a lower price on the latest model and advise on which version to purchase based on individual needs. The panel also touches on confusion surrounding the […]
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This MacVoices Live! session starts out by recognizing the 18th anniversary of MacVoices and the genesis of the show. The topic quickly turns to the new USB-C Apple Pencil. David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Mark Fuccio, Kelly Guimont, and Brittany Smith reveal which Apple Pencil they have, whether they have an alternative to the official product, and what their […]
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The second part of our conversation with Larry O’Connor, Founder and CEO of Other World Computing (OWC), wraps up the confusion around Thunderbolt versions and hardware. Larry then looks at the opportunities for more creativity with the capabilities of iPhone 15, a new OWC utility that evaluates external drives for video use with it, and a […]
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Larry O’Connor, Founder and CEO of Other World Computing (OWC) discusses Apple’s new M3 chips, Thunderbolt 3 vs. Thunderbolt 4 and how the two relate. Thunderbolt designations can be confusing, and Larry helps us understand the differences and why we need to pay attention when selecting both computers and peripherals. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices […]
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We wrap up the MacVoices Live! analysis of Apple’s “Scary Fast” event by looking at a transition to smaller screens and using external displays for increased workspace efficiency. The panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Patrice Brend’amour, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Mark Fuccio, and Kelly Guimont. expresses satisfaction with the compactness and power of the 14-inch MacBook Pro and applauds the performance of […]
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Less than 24 hours after Apple’s “Scary Fast”, MacVoices Live! convened the panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Patrice Brend’amour, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Mark Fuccio and Kelly Guimont. The discussion starts with the presentation aspects of the event, then turns to the new iMac powered by an M3 processor and its consumers focus, returning to the iMac’s original […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, Web Bixby, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, and Guy Serle before digging into a “right to repair” announcement from The White House that involves Apple. They also touch on social media Pebble’s closure, X’s message posting fee test, and the declining luxury tech accessories market. Then, the hack of 23andMe and the […]
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Apple announced an unprecedented Monday afternoon/evening (U.S. time) event with the teaser “Scary Fast”. That sent the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, Web Bixby, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, and Guy Serle into a frenzy of speculation on what we might see announced. From new iMacs to the debut of the M3 chip, the panel discusses the […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, Guy Serle, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Mark Fuccio, and Web Bixby discuss recent purchases during the autumn Amazon shopping event, including security cameras, accessories, surge protectors, beach sandals, and upgraded Apple AirPod Pros. We also explore how an old iPad is holding up and highlight the value of trading in old devices. […]
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Selecting a power bank to keep your devices charged while on the go is simple right? Only if you do a little homework. Chuck Joiner covers some of the things you should consider when evaluating the many options out there, shares some of his favorites, and provides some safety tips. Show Notes: Links: myCharge Portable Charger (MagSafe)https://amzn.to/3Qm19RV […]
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This MacVoices Live! discussion continues as David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Mark Fuccio, Ben Roethig, Kelly Guimont, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, and Brittany Smith examine the disappointment with Apple’s FineWoven iPhone cases and explore alternative options in the market. We touch on standby mode, interactive widgets in iOS 17, and the features of the new iPhone, then wrap up with the benefits of upgrading through the […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Mark Fuccio, Ben Roethig, Kelly Guimont, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, and Brittany Smith start off this session by discussing their impressions of macOS Sonoma,and iOS 17 features. The benefits of interactive widgets and Live Voicemail are covered, then the discussion turns to absurd durability tests, cases, especially the new FineWoven options. (Part 1) This edition of […]
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Chuck Joiner shares the choices he has made to protect his very expensive Apple Gear with the goal of maintaining functionality as well as cosmetic appearance, maximizing sale or trade in values. Laptops, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch and even the Apple TV Remote are the subjects addressed. Show Notes: Links: UESWILL Compatible with MacBook […]
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, and Jeff Gamet continue a discussion of the controversy surrounding the USB-C charging case for AirPods Pro. Then the group reveals who and who doesn’t screen protectors for iPhones. Questions over the selection of Wyze security cameras, security issues surrounding Eufy cameras and video doorbells are asked and answered. This session concludes […]
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In the wake of the recent Apple hardware and system software updates, the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, and Jeff Gamet look at some of their experiences in making the upgrades, share a new scam that is laughable, and talk about the new AirPods Pro charging case. (Part 1) Today’s MacVoices is […]
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The MacVoices Live! 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 finish up their discussion of Apple’s Wanderlust event with some (for now) final conclusions. They highlight the iPhone 15 Pro’s hardware ray tracing and USB-C port, which offer great benefits for 3D work and accessory options, and debate […]
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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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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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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 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 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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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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? 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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, 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 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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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 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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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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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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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, 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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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 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, 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, 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 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, 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, 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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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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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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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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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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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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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, 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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? 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 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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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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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 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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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? 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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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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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, 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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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, 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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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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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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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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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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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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? 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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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 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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 discussion of the Apple “California Streaming” event wraps up as the panel continues to argue about who wants to make movies before moving on to the Apple Watch 7. Guy Serle, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Kelly Guimont, Andrew Orr, Mike Schmitz, and Brittany Smith discuss the dust resistance claim, express frustration with Apple’s position on watch face creation, and the […]
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Our MacVoices Live! look at Apple’s “California Dreaming” event continues with what many consider the major announcement: the iPhones 13. The panel of Mark Fuccio, Guy Serle, Frank Petrie, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Kelly Guimont, Andrew Orr, and Mike Schmitz discuss both pricing and configurations, environmental concerns, what the new cameras bring to the table, and start to cover who the cinematic features […]
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As the Apple “California streaming” event approaches, the MacVoices Live! panel of Kelly Guimont, David Ginsburg, Jay Miller,Warren Sklar, Jeff Gamet, Frank Petrie, Guy Serle, Jim Rea, and Brittany Smith talk about what we might see that would make them whip out their credit cards. Before that, host Chuck Joiner talks about a credit card hack and why more retailers implementing Apple Pay might […]
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Dan Keldsen, a co-founder at PlexiCam, combines an introduction to their device that holds your web cam with a discussion of the benefits and importance of developing your video conferencing skills. The PlexiCam holds both normal sized, dedicated webcams as well as the big, heavy DSLRs at exactly the right height to help you look your […]
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The MacVoices Live! discussion of pen(s), paper(s), concludes as the panel of Jeff Gamet, David Ginsburg, Mike Schmitz, Jim Rea, Jay Miller, Kelly Guimont, and Brittany Smith give more picks of those two productivity tools, identify a problem with Task Managers, and discuss why being happy is more important than being productive when it comes to creativity. (Part 3) Today’s MacVoices is […]
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Our MacVoices Live! discussion of the implications of relying on digital identification methods continues as Jeff Gamet, David Ginsburg, Jay Miller, Mike Schmitz, Brittany Smith, and Jim Rea consider the goods and bags, what has been done so far, and why it isn’t likely to occur anytime soon. The conversation then shifts to favorite writing tools and how they can fuel […]
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In this Briefing, Chuck talks about a piece of gear that you will never see, but that figures into the recording of just about every MacVoices episode: the Pro Co Short Stop Passive Mute Switch. This foot-controlled switch lets you silence your microphone at a moment’s notice without being distracted from the conversation and without […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Jay Miller, Jim Rea, Kelly Guimont, and Mark Fuccio go right off script from the beginning to talk about their monitor setups and end up providing some great information for those contemplating purchasing new, super-wide monitors, creating multiple monitor set-ups, and getting color precisely right…if you really need to. (Part 1) […]
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The Plugable USB-C 7-in-1 Hub with Ethernet provides a variety of ports and excellent performance for those wanting to expand their USB-C Mac’s connectivity. Chuck Joiner runs through the features, specs, and some real-world experience. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices Dispatch, our weekly newsletter that keeps you up-to-date on […]
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We finish up our discussion of streaming video interfaces before the MacVoices Live! panel of Andrew Orr, Jim Rea, Frank Petrie, Jeff Gamet, David Ginsburg, and Brittany Smith take on the topic of the Pegasus malware, why you probably aren’t a target, and how the media has mis-represented the iPhone/Android aspects of the story. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices […]
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The third and final part of our MacVoices Live! session with the MacinTech Mac User Group in Colorado, with Jeff Gamet and Apple Consultant Mark Stevenson focuses on why Mark bought a new M1 iMac and what he is telling his clients who are in the market for a new Mac. We wrap up by taking questions from […]
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The second part of our visit to the MacinTech Mac User Group in Colorado, with Jeff Gamet and Apple Consultant Mark Stevenson turns to a discussion of whether to buy high or low on the product scale, and the panel’s experiences with Apple’s AirTags. (Part 2) Today’s MacVoices is sponsored by Upstart. Fair and fast personal loans. Go […]
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MacVoices Live! takes a virtual trip to the MacinTech Mac User Group in Colorado, with Jeff Gamet and Apple Consultant Mark Stevenson to discuss what Apple gear to buy and what configurations are recommended. We start out sharing with what new Apple tech the panel has already invested in and what they are considering. (Part 1) Today’s […]
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On an open-mic edition of MacVoices Live!, the panel of David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Frank Petrie, Jim Rea, Warren Sklar, Jay Miller, and Kelly Guimont talk about what they acquired on Amazon Prime Day and why you might want to consider their purchases for yourself. (1) This edition of MacVoices is supported by you, our viewers and listeners. Find out about all […]
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In Part 2 of our conversation with Jeff Carlson about using a DSLR as a webcam to improve your online meeting appearances, we finish up the hardware discussions and get into tips and techniques that will make you look better on Zoom, Teams, Skype, and too other services. Jeff also provides some options if the DSLR […]
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Jeff Carlson is back once again to talk about how to look your best on your online meetings. This time, Jeff focuses on using your DSLR as your web cam. You would think it is simple, but there are some tricks and maybe a little hardware that you need to make it work. In the […]
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The final part of our WWDC Keynote discussion with the MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Kelly Guimont,, Frank Petrie, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, Brittany Smith, and Patrice Brend’amour wraps up by touching on Siri everywhere, security changes for lost devices, the AirTag separation alarm, device tracking with no power, and a different view on Apple and iPad Pro apps. (Part […]
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David Ginsburg, Kelly Guimont, Jay Miller, Frank Petrie, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, Brittany Smith, and Patrice Brend’amour take on more announcements from the WWDC Keynote in the third installment of our MacVoices Live! discussion. This time, we cover Live Text, SharePlay, and the AirPods new Conversation Boost. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices Dispatch, our […]
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The MacVoices panel of David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Kelly Guimont, Mike Schmitz, Jay Miller, Andrew Orr, and Jim Rea continue to dig deep into what they want and expect from the M1 iPad Pro? Does it deliver? Should it be expected to deliver at launch? Do we really want to replace our Macs with an iPad? (Part 2) Today’s MacVoices […]
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This MacVoices Live! session starts with asking the panel who got what new hardware but then turns to an at-times contentious discussion of iPadOS and software, what is missing, and what the panel wants. Is Apple doing what it needs to do with the iPad? Is it doing what the panel of David Ginsburg, Jay Miller, Jim Rea, Jeff […]
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Our conversation with Adam Engst of TidBITS and the Virginia Macintosh Users Group continued with more on the Apple’s M1 transition, touched on cybersecurity, and wrapped up by answering some questions from the group. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is sponsored by Smile, the makers of world-class software like PDFpen, PDFpen Pro, and TextExpander. Find out more at TextExpander.com/podcast and […]
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The Virginia Macintosh Users Group invited us to record a live conversation with Adam Engst of TidBITS at their May meeting. The topic was the M1 chip…what makes it special and what it means for the future of Apple and Apple users. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is sponsored by Smile, the makers of world-class […]
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The third and final topic that the MacVoices Live! panel of Jeff Gamet, David Ginsburg, Jay Miller, Jim Rea, Kelly Guimont, Mark Fuccio, and Brittany Smith took on was an unusual one: just how important are Apple’s AirPods? When introduced, they were dismissed by audiophiles and pundits alike. So how did they become yet another Apple phenomena? The panel explores the issue. […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Jeff Gamet, David Ginsburg, Jay Miller, Jim Rea, Kelly Guimont and Mark Fuccio take on a several different subjects in a recent session, starting with a different look at Apple’s financials what the messages between the messages are, and the introduction of the purple iPhone. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by […]
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Our discussion with Joe Kissell, the author of the fourth edition of Take Control of Backing Up Your Mac, continues with more examples of things that have changed in the world of backups. This time, Joe talks about what you can and can’t do with APFS snapshots, how to think about them, anda why they are a huge […]
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Our in-depth discussion/debate about running Mac apps on the M1 iPad with the panel of Brittany Smith, Jeff Gamet, David Ginsburg, Guy Serle, Jim Rea, Jay Miller, Andrew Orr, Frank Petrie, and Mark Fuccio wraps up with final thoughts, points, and desires. (Part 3) Today’s MacVoices is sponsored by Upstart. Fair and fast personal loans. Go to upstart.com/macvoices and find out how Upstart […]
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The second part of our MacVoices Live! discussion about running Mac apps on an iPad with Brittany Smith, Jeff Gamet, David Ginsburg, Guy Serle, Jim Rea, Jay Miller, Andrew Orr, Frank Petrie, and Mark Fuccio continues as the panel talks about the expectations of the new iPad Pro, how Apple is sending mixed signals about where it fits into the product matrix, and […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Brittany Smith, Jeff Gamet, David Ginsburg, Guy Serle, Jim Rea, Jay Miller, Andrew Orr, Frank Petrie, and Mark Fuccio looks at the question of whether you could, can, or should be able to run Mac apps on an iPad. The question is more complex than you think. The panel digs in to why they might to, what platform […]
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Our “Dear Apple…I Think You Should” discussion concludes as the last members of our panel provide their thoughts on Apple’s next moves. David Ginsburg, Kelly Guimont, Ken Ray, Frank Petrie, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, Jay Miller, and Brittany Smith cover more on personal projects, HomeKit, software quality, better podcasting tools, and more. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices […]
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Our MacVoices Live! review of Apple’s Spring Loaded event wraps up as the panel of Jeff Gamet, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Frank Petrie, Kelly Guimont, Brittany Smith, and Mark Fuccio react to the new Apple Card, Apple TV and Siri Remote, and ask questions about the new subscription podcast service. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices After Dark, […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Jeff Gamet, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Frank Petrie, Kelly Guimont, Brittany Smith, and new addition Mark Fuccio wrap up the examination of the new iPad Pro, then turn their attention to the new M1 iMac, with a stop along the way to comment on the new purple iPhone options. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported […]
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MacVoices Live! went online just hours after Apple wrapped up their intense Spring Loaded event where a host of new products were announced. In the first part of our analysis, the panel of Jeff Gamet, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Frank Petrie, Brittany Smith and Kelly Guimont go deep on the AirTags since they are the first new product that can be […]
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Our conversation with Glenn Fleishman wraps up with some comments by Glenn about two of his other recently updated books. Take Control of Your Apple ID is important for anyone who has an Apple account and wants to make the most of it. Take Control of Home Security Cameras has been updated with new information. Glenn shares […]
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The second part of our conversation with Glenn Fleishman wraps up our discussion of the M1 Macs, his new Take Control of Your M-Series Mac and what makes them different. Backups, especially online and Time Machine backups are more important than others. New startup and security options abound. Then, Glenn talks security for all Macs in […]
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Glenn Fleishman has been very busy with his Take Control titles, and we were able to get him to take a break just long enough to talk about his newest books and updates. In the first of a multi-part discussion, we dig in to Take Control of Your M-Series Mac. The new Apple M1 Macs […]
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Our MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Kelly Guimont, Guy Serle, Jim Rea, Frank Petrie, Brittany Smith, and Jay Miller wrap up our discussion of the Cult of Mac article, 45 ways Apple put a ding in the universe, by looking at the pace of innovation, AI, Siri, and the bottom line of personal computing. (Part 4) This edition of MacVoices is […]
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Our MacVoices Live! conversation about the items outlined in the Cult of Mac article, 45 ways Apple put a ding in the universe, continues with the panel of David Ginsburg, Kelly Guimont, Guy Serle, Jim Rea, Jay Miller, Frank Petrie and Brittany Smith. A contentious discussion of mobile computing and (of all things) the role VisiCalc played in introducing Apple to […]
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The second part of our MacVoices Live! discussion of the Cult of Mac, 45 ways Apple put a ding in the universe, hit the topics of health, the mouse, Apple Pay, USB, and got into a spirited discussion of mobile computing needs and wants. The panel of David Ginsburg, Kelly Guimont, Guy Serle , Jim Rea, Jay Miller, Frank Petrie and Brittany Smith weigh in. […]
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?? An article on Cult of Mac, 45 ways Apple put a ding in the universe, was the basis for a spirited MacVoices Live! discussion. The panel of David Ginsburg, Kelly Guimont, Guy Serle , Jim Rea, Jay Miller, and Frank Petrie take on topics that include the butterfly keyboard, iPods, the iPhone camera, and interface elements, selecting their favorites and debating the impact […]
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Sharon Cooksey of Kidde takes us through the latest features of their home smoke and Carbon Monoxide alarms that can be both hardwired as well as battery operated. Sharon talks about why our escape time from a fire has dropped in recent years, how their alarms communicate with each other to give you the time you […]
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Callum O’Hara is a Senior Engineer at iMendMacs, and joins us to give us a view from the independent Apple repair shop perspective. Callum talks about how he got into Apple device repair, the services they offer, and provides some advice for evaluating an independent repair shop when you need one. We also talk about their […]
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In the final part of our recent MacVoices Live! conversation, the panel takes a hard left turn to discuss Apple’s cancellation of the HomePod. The panel of Kelly Guimont, David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Frank Petrie, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, and Andrew Orr evaluate the HomePod and its competitors and speculate on successors. The discussion then transitioned to why all smart speakers are not […]
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My conversation with Kirk McElhearn about the demise of the Apple HomePod takes an unusual turn as we compare and contrast how we listen to music, use our libraries, and our streaming services. Those choices can, to some degree, inform our decisions about the smart speakers we listen to our music on, and the services we […]
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Apple has discontinued the HomePod smart speaker and Kirk McElhearn has some thoughts on how it fit, or didn’t fit into the market. Kirk covers both the Siri and the music aspects of the HomePod, why how people listen to music didn’t necessarily align to the HomePod’s capabilities, and suggests some alternatives for replacing that […]
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In Part 2 of this MacVoices Live! discussion, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Frank Petrie, Guy Serle, Kelly Guimont, Warren Sklar, Jeff Gamet, and Mark Fuccio wrap up our discussion of Steve Jobs’ influence and morph that into comments on Tim Cook’s successor. Then, the group looks at Warren Buffett’s relationship with Apple, stock buy-backs, and the G3-powered Mars Rover. What it takes to ready […]
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Our most recent MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Frank Petrie, Guy Serle, Kelly Guimont Warren Sklar, Jeff Gamet, and Mark Fuccio both brought their own topics and discussed some from the audience. In Part 1, we attempted to answer the question, “Where are the M1 iMacs” and also started a discussion of why, ten years after his death, we are […]
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The second part of our conversation about eGlass with Ji Shen, the CEO of HoverCam, Dr. Matt Anderson, the President and CEO of Learning Glass Solutions and a physics professor at San Diego State University, and Bailey Pierson, the Marketing Director for HoverCam shifted to the experiences they have had using it, and some of the more technical details. […]
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The creators of eGlass, a new tool that enhances and improves the teaching experience, join us to not only demo the product, but also to discuss how it changes the teaching and presentation experience into something much more personal for both online and in-person situations. Ji Shen, the CEO of HoverCam, Dr. Matt Anderson, the President and […]
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GoDonut Founder Nina Seyedabadi and Executive Administrator Faith Escobedo discuss the latest update to the GoDonut product line, the GoDonut 360. Bringing a “lazy susan” option to the GoDonut allows you to rotate your iPhone or iPad while in the GoDonut for better positioning for you or someone you want to share the screen with. Nina and Faith […]
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This MacVoices Briefing focuses on two iPhone cases from adidas, the Leopard Holographic Grip Case and the Trefoil Grip Case. Find out why the functional aspects of each might interest you, especially if you have trouble holding on to your iPhone. This edition of MacVoices is supported by our Patreon campaign members and our PayPal […]
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Not happy with your current iPhone car mount? The Kaistyle Magnetic Phone Car Mount may solve your problems. Find out what makes it different, how it works, and why it is a MacVoices pick. This MacVoices is supported by RemoteHQ, the better collaborative work platform. Get your free trial at RemoteHQ.co/MacVoices, then use the code “macvoices” for 3 […]
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We wrap up our look at some favorite productivity apps with our MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Kelly Guimont, Frank Petrie, Guy Serle, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet and Marina Epelman. More analog tools, apps, and hardware get added to this collection that can make you more productive. (Part 3 of 3) Today’s MacVoices is supported by Audible and their […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Kelly Guimont, Frank Petrie, Guy Serle, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet and Marina Epelman continue to reveal some of their favorites in Part 2 of our look at productivity tools. Hardware, software, audio, security, news, and more are all covered. (Part 2 of 3) Today’s MacVoices is supported by Audible and their special President’s Day Event! […]
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? The MacVoices Live! panel answered the question of “what are some of your favorite productivity tools for what you do” with a barrage that was wide and varied. Software, hardware, and services all took their turn. Some of the choices were no surprise, while others came out of left field from the panel of David […]
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Our informal discussion with Jim Tierney of Digital Anarchy touched on a variety fo subjects that included what it takes to upgrade video plug-ins to support the M1 Macs and Metal, the performance they are seeing out of the upgrade, and the issues of selling video plug-ins (or not) on the App Store. We also touch on […]
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At Virtual CES, we learned about WOODOO and their innovative products that merge wood with tech. Oliver Grange, Senior Vice President of Marketing & Communication, explains how it works, provides some specific use cases, and profiles several of their products. Being eco-friendly is a big part of WOODOO’s philosophy; Oliver discusses how that figures into all […]
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At Virtual CES 2021, we caught Paul Brown, VP of Marketing for Kew Labs, to talk about their wireless charging options that can turn almost any piece of furniture into a charging station. This edition of MacVoices is supported by our Patreon campaign members and our PayPal Donation members. If you find value in MacVoices, please […]
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Our discussion of Mac desktop hardware redesigns with the MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, Frank Petrie, Kelly Guimont, Jim Rea, and Brittany Smith wraps up with more Touch Bar, haptic feedback, cameras, Touch ID, and more. (Part 2 of 2) This edition of MacVoices is sponsored by Smile, the makers of world-class software like PDFpen, PDFpen Pro, […]
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The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, Frank Petrie, Kelly Guimont, Jim Rea, and Brittany Smith revisit the idea of Mac redesigns, this time focusing on desktop models. Do we need a redesign of the iMac? Does Qi charging or MagSafe charging have a place on a desktop Mac? Those are just some of the ideas that the […]
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One of the most interesting things that we came across at virtual CES 2021 was Noopl, a device that, in conjunction with your iPhone, provides directional hearing aid capabilities to your AirPods Pro. Tim Trine, CEO of Noopl demonstrates how it works, how you can choose to “steer” the amplification with your head or set it […]
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The second part of our MacVoices Live conversation with David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Kelly Guimont, Brittany Smith, and Mark Fuccio focused on the all the speculation and rumors that have been going around the web about potential/probable Macintosh redesigns. The group opted to focus on the laptop line, with discussions of ports, the Touch Bar, and MagSafe. This edition […]
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Speck introduced the new Presidio Clickflip locking AirPods Pro case at CES, and Brandi Licciardo gave us a quick run-through of the features that it offers. This edition of MacVoices is supported by our Patreon campaign members and our PayPal Donation members. If you find value in MacVoices, please consider helping sponsor the show, and our ongoing […]
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IOGEAR introduced some intriguing new products for gamers, some powerful new options for video streaming, and some gear that can help make working from home just a little easier. Marketing Manager Mike Volpe takes us through it all. This MacVoices is supported by RemoteHQ, the better collaborative work platform. Get your free trial at RemoteHQ.co/MacVoices, then use the code […]
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Our first MacVoices Live! discussion of CES 2021 wraps up as our panel of David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Guy Serle, Andrew Orr, Jeff Gamet, Frank Petrie, and Kelly Guimont continue with examinations of interesting products they found and new technologies that we may be seeing in the future. (Part 3 of 3) This MacVoices is supported by RemoteHQ, the better collaborative work platform. Get your […]
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Our discussion of CES 2021 continued with the panel of David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Guy Serle, Andrew Orr, Jeff Gamet, Frank Petrie, and Kelly Guimont as we get away from the higher-end tech, and start to examine products that are more likely to actually make it to market, and that you are more likely to buy. (Part 2 of 3) This MacVoices […]
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Jeff Carlson wraps up his look at the hits and misses of webcams with two more examples, an unintentional example of good and not-so-good audio, and thoughts on matching your needs and expectations with what is available in your laptop, in the dedicated webcam devices, and whether using an iPhone is for you. This edition […]
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Jeff Carlson recently took a look at several different webcams, and joins us to do a live demo with what are considered some of the best web cams on the market vs. an iPhone and webcam software. Jeff and Chuck discuss and debate the results from the photographer vs. average user perspectives, and note how […]
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CES is happening this week, but in the first-ever virtual format, so everyone is figuring out to do what we used to do in person. NextBase was our first stop for an informal conversation with Jeff Chuh, VP of Marketing, about what their focus has been, and an overview of their top-of-the-line dash cam, which […]
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