MacVoices

Ken Ray of  MacOSKen   fame talks to us about the genesis of his newest show,  In A Few Minutes . He explains why it was tested behind a pay wall before making it public and discusses both the production model and the business model of the show. What In A Few Minutes will deliver going forward, what else is soon to be cooking in the Test Kitchen, and why Johnny Carson is good for podcasting are am...

Chuck outlines five pieces of hardware that he considers essential for the owners of any Mac laptop, from the brand new 16" MacBook Pro down to the MacBook Air, then includes two bonus picks as well. Find out what you should be buying. MacVoices is supported by MintMobile. Cut your wireless bill to $15/month at MintMobile.com/MACVOICES . This edition of MacVoices is supported by Linode , high perf...

Jim Tierney , Chief Executive Anarchist at  Digital Anarchy , is back to update us on the latest version of Transcriptive, the Adobe Premier plugin that delivers time-coded transcriptions. But that's just the start. Jim explains the use cases of the new web-based version that offers your clients the ability to edit the transcript, and therefore, edit the video. Jim discusses why paper editing isn'...

In the new edition of  Take Control of Apple TV ,  Josh Centers addresses the surprising topic of whether you need Apple's set-top box to enjoy the benefits of what it offers. Josh talks about the proliferation and quality of the Apple TV app on smart TVs and other devices, what came and went from the book, and why. How the Control Center may be better than the Siri Remote for controlling the Appl...

Glenn Fleishman  has a brand new book,  Take Control of Home Security Cameras , which goes way behind just buying one and connecting it. Glenn joins us to discuss the origin of the book, some of the factors you need to consider when selecting a camera, and what you can do if you've already got a camera in your home. He also discusses Apple HomeKit Secure Video and what it means for your privacy, a...

In this month's Update, Chuck reviews the status of listener support, asks for feedback on a new idea for Patrons, discusses where to watch the best quality video version of MacVoices, plugs Instagram, and delivers the Support Report. Show Notes: Chuck Joiner is the producer and host of MacVoices . You can catch up with what he's doing on Twitter , Facebook , and LinkedIn . Subscribe to the show:...

Joe Kissell  is back with a new edition of  Take Control of the Mac Command Line with Terminal , the third edition of this book that will help you get comfortable with one of the most mis-understood parts of macOS. Joe explains how Catalina made this new version necessary, and walks us through understanding what the Command Line is and what you can do there. Not sure what the Command Line, a shell...

Mark Fuccio and host  Chuck Joiner both recently pulled the trigger on new 16" MacBook Pros. The discuss how they made their purchases, what configurations they selected, and why. There were also the challenges of migration from their previous laptops, the hardware and software they bought because of the upgrade, and a few challenges along the way. Use their experiences to help you make your own t...

In this Briefing, Chuck reviews the myCharge Hub Turbo , a charger/battery/power bank that hits all the sweet spots that include power, connectivity, price, and convenience. MacVoices is supported by MintMobile. Cut your wireless bill to $15/month at MintMobile.com/MACVOICES . Show Notes: Chuck Joiner is the producer and host of MacVoices . You can catch up with what he's doing on Twitter , Facebo...

Paul Kafasis of Rogue Amoeba   helps us examine the subject of combining licenses for iOS and Mac apps. The development of Mac apps through Catalyst isn't quite as easy as Apple made out, especially if a developer wants to optimize for the Mac platform. Paul discusses the concept from the developer side, contemplating both pricing and the programming involved, what the motivations for both develop...

In this Briefing, Chuck talks about discovering that an Apple dongle can be upgraded to provide additional backward compatibility, and considers that fact in relation to an earlier MacVoices discussion about the obsolescence of our smart home devices. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Linode , high performance cloud hosting and virtual servers for everyone. To take $20 off your first order...

Mike Schmitz ' new course for   The Sweet Setup helps organize and develop your ideas and projects.  Mastering Mind Maps  teaches you how to capture your ideas in a mind map, and then turn them into actionable projects. Mike explains how the course is structured, why it is appropriate for Mac, iPad, and iPhone users, and how it uses one mind mapping app as an example, but can be applied to one of...

David Ginsburg  of In Touch With iOS  made his first trip to CES this year, and joins us to talk about his experiences, how his expectations lined up with reality, and whether he will be headed back next year. He also comments on the impact iOS 13 and iPhones 11 are making, and the pros and cons of combining Mac and iOS license purchases for both developers and end users. This edition of MacVoices...

Adam Engst discusses the state of iOS 13, iPadOS 13 and Catalina, why our smart assistants aren't smart enough (yet), and why he is so steamed up about your data being sold. From Netflix to subscriptions, paragliding to printing address labels, and after 1,500 issues of TidBITS , Adam has a lot to say. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Zapier . Easy automation for busy people. Go to Zapier...

Kirk McElhearn  and host  Chuck Joiner  dig into the  Sonos   smart speaker issue, looking at the past, present, and what we know about the future. They debate the issue of obsolescence in smart home devices and beyond, how manufacturers get paid to keep their tech current, and what you need consider when investing in gear that you plan to use for the indefinite future. This edition of MacVoices i...

Apple's announcement of their quarterly results means we talk to  Mark Fuccio about yet another new record-setting quarter, the coverage Apple gets from the financial press, how the coronavirus is and may affect them in the future. We also dig into the Trillion Dollar Club and where its members do and don't compete, and what 5G will and won't do. [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV2008...

After completing 77 interviews from CES, this month's update is short. Chuck asks for your feedback, requests your thoughts on a possible new project, and reviews the Support Report. Show Notes: Chuck Joiner is the producer and host of MacVoices . You can catch up with what he's doing on Twitter , Facebook , and LinkedIn . Subscribe to the show: iTunes: - Audio in iTunes - Video in iTunes  - HD Vi...

MacVoices #20079: Jeff Gamet On Apple TV+, Streaming Video, and Evaluating Apple Jeff Gamet gets us back on a regular schedule with a discussion that starts with how Apple is being evaluated and his experience with Apple TV+. Other topics covered include what is missing in the streaming video space, Jeff's new MacBook Pro 16", and the possibility of a new podcast. LinkedIn This edition of MacVoice...

We wrap up or CES coverage after seventy-seven individual interviews. Chuck and Cameraman/Sherpa/Show Floor Samurai Norbert Frassa  review some of the highlights of the show, a few of their favorite interviews, and offer some suggestions for CES exhibitors to get more out of their time at and after the show. This edition of MacVoices is supported by LInkedIn Jobs . Find the right person for your b...

At CES in Las Vegas,  Cindy Kuo , Global Marketing Director for Amaryllo , told us about their two CES Innovation Awards, their voice-controlled security camera, another security camera that integrates with your home lighting, and the fact that their cameras feature 256-bit encryption. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Linode , high performance cloud hosting and virtual servers for everyon...

At CES in Las Vegas, Aryal Smith , Marketing Director for AfterShokz , told us about their latest bone conduction headphone model, Aeropex. The new model is their lightest yet, with enhanced audio and an IP67 waterproof rating. Find out why this may be the open-air headphone for you. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Linode , high performance cloud hosting and virtual servers for everyone....

At CES in Las Vegas, our annual visit with  Satechi gave us look at their extensive collection of accessories.  Austin Reitsch , Domestic Account Executive, walked us through a new of their latest products, including a charging pad, new keyboards, a Mac mini dock, a dual-HDMI USB-C adapter, and more. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Linode , high performance cloud hosting and virtual serv...

At CES in Las Vegas, one of our favorite new products was demonstrated by  Andrea Tellatin , CEO of  Twinkly . Their smart holiday lights can be wrapped around any object, 2D or 3D, and then programmed using their app with either pre-made designs or your own custom idea. Even better, you can feed any image or even video to the app to display on your tree or bushes or wherever you put the lights. A...

At CES in Las Vegas,  Brydge was showing off their keyboards for your iPads, but with something new. With iOS 13, iPads can now support trackpads, and Brydge has you covered.  April de Haan , Head of Marketing, shows off the new  products and discusses their availability. [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV20073.mp3[/embed] This edition of MacVoices is supported by Linode , high perfor...

At CES in Las Vegas, farm tech was on display in a big way in the  John Deere   booth.  Joel Hergenreter , Manager Program Management at John Deere Intelligent Solutions Group, talked about the sophistication of their equipment, what it can do, and how it makes their customers more efficient. Suddenly, self-driving cars seem a little less impressive. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Linod...