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From NAB 2026 in Las Vegas, Broadcast Blinds ' CEO Rick Smith reviews their expertise in controlling natural light for video production and introduces a new portable solution. Designed for mobile crews and prosumer creators, the unit uses layered gels and scrims to manage brightness and background exposure. Quick setup and adjustable light reduction make it practical for changing conditions, expan...

Apple quietly removed legacy Pages, Numbers, and Keynote apps, noting they remain accessible but hidden for compatibility reasons. The panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius and Jim Rea discusses the implications for new and existing users, then turn their attention to Apple Store closures, including a unionized location, weighing business realities against pub...

The MacVoices Live! panel jump from Microsoft Surface price hikes and AI likeness rights to Apple Music playlist creation, privacy concerns around LinkedIn, and secure enterprise alternatives from Proton. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius and Jim Rea revisit Neal Stephenson's metaverse vision and comment on Microsoft Copilot's "entertainment" framing that isn't alw...

MacVoices Live! returns after a brief hiatus to tackle Microsoft Surface price hikes andquestion whether the reporting around them was misleading, Chuck Joiner ,  David Ginsburg,   Guy Serle ,  Jeff Gamet , Marty Jencius and Jim Rea explore what Anthropic's shelved Mythos and Project Glasswing projects signal about AI security, coding, and enterprise use.  The conversation wraps with a recommendat...

MacVoices Live! returns after a brief hiatus to tackle Microsoft Surface price hikes andquestion whether the reporting around them was misleading, Chuck Joiner ,  David Ginsburg,   Guy Serle ,  Jeff Gamet , Marty Jencius and Jim Rea explore what Anthropic's shelved Mythos and Project Glasswing projects signal about AI security, coding, and enterprise use.  The conversation wraps with a recommendat...

Sumit Rai, Chief Product Officer, introduces us to elevate.io , a browser-based video editor built for team collaboration. He demonstrates a laundry list of impressive features, including real-time shared editing, reviewer feedback, cloud processing, proxy-based performance, stock media licensing, AI transcription, subtitle handling, and voice cleanup. Sumit also gives us a peek at their future tr...

Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner discuss Rory McIlroy's Masters win, what prestige sports rights could mean for Apple TV, and how strong Apple programming can still be hard to discover. They also look at Emmy recognition for Apple documentaries, the return of Dark Matter , debate whether Shrinking lost its balance of humor and drama, and praise Monarch for blending monster action with grounded cha...

Jeff Carlson discusses the pros and cons of third-party iPhone photography accessories, from grips and cages to ND filters and lenses. While these tools can enhance control, ergonomics, and video quality, they often add complexity that detracts from the iPhone's simplicity. He also highlights new iPhone features, including improved selfie cameras, AirPods as shutter triggers and microphones, and p...

Jeff Carlson discusses the challenges of writing the second edition of Take Control of iPhone Photography , and how changes in hardware and software affected the effort. From effort realistic screenshots to the practical challenges of Apple's shared libraries and camera controls, Jeff explains how useful features can also create confusion, why newer hardware settings matter, and how tools like dua...

Jeff Carlson discusses the second edition of Take Control of iPhone Photography , explaining how it helps users move beyond basic snapshots to more deliberate, higher-quality images. He highlights changes in Apple's camera app, new features in recent iOS versions, and the challenges of hidden controls. The part of the conversation emphasizes understanding settings, resolutions, and techniques to f...

In this Road to Macstock we caught up with  Kirschen Seah , a Macstock regular, who will focus on making the most of CarPlay as an essential iPhone companion in modern vehicles. The session will highlight setup, customization, and everyday use, from navigation and media to hands-free compliance. It will also explore wireless versus wired connections, cross-vehicle consistency, and third-party solu...

Digital privacy and the uneasy tradeoffs behind commercially available location data take center stage, sparked by reports that the FBI is buying Americans' data again. Chuck Joiner, Guy Serle, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby examine legal versus ethical lines, data brokers, and whether public movement should equal public information. The discuss...

The MacVoices Live! panel looks at a wave of new AI tools, from Meta's Manus agent and DuckDuckGo's reasoning models to WordPress features that can generate and publish content. The conversation weighs practical uses against privacy, quality, and abuse risks, especially with AI-generated web content. It also examines legal pressure on predictive markets, where regulation, insider knowledge, and ma...

This discussion centers on Apple's record Mac launch driven by the MacBook Neo, highlighting uncertainty in measuring first-time users. The panel of Chuck Joiner, Guy Serle, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby explores Apple's quiet but profitable AI revenue, a key App Store legal ruling reinforcing Apple's control over app listings, and the emergenc...

Brett Terpstra previews his Macstock Conference and Expo session focused on Markdown, explaining how it simplifies writing, publishing, and archiving content. He highlights its portability, ease of use, and growing relevance with AI tools. His presentation will covers Markdown editor, practical workflows from idea to publication, and new utilities that enhance productivity while reducing reliance...

Adobe paid $150M to settle a suit over confusing subscription cancellations. Chuck Joiner ,  David Ginsburg ,  Marty Jencius ,  Brian Flanigan-Arthurs ,, Jim Rea ,  Web Bixby ,  Eric Bolden , and  Jeff Gamet argue the company escaped with minimal real impact while keeping problematic practices. The discussion also includes to Google Fiber's uncertain future under private equity and likely price hi...

David Pogue discusses his new book, Apple: The First 50 Years , covering the inspiration behind it, the unusual format, and the research required to assemble its stories and images. The discussion explores Apple's greatest turning points, quirky Steve Jobs anecdotes, unseen prototypes, and the company's enduring mission. The conversation also looks at why Apple inspires such loyalty, scrutiny, and...

The March 2026 Update covers major changes across the show, including a new thumbnail system created with vibe coding, a move from Mailchimp to Kit for the Dispatch newsletter, and a new way to publish live show notes for viewers and patrons. Chuck also outlines schedule update, highlights the role of MacVoices Magazine, and thanks supporters whose contributions help keep everything moving forward...

The Road to MacStock Conference kicks off with organizer Mike Potter , previewing the biggest event yet as the conference marks its 10th in-person year. He outlines new additions including Ecamm's Creator Camp, a Saturday troubleshooting super session, and another upcoming surprise announcement. The conversation also covers expanded 90-minute sessions, community interaction, pricing, lodging, and...

Ken Ray, Mike Potter, and Chuck Joiner mark 20 years of podcasting by reflecting on how their shows began, how the medium evolved, and why they still love doing it. They share stories of improvised early gear, changing formats, audience connection, discoverability, and the friendships built along the way. The conversation also explores what defines a podcast, the value of audio, and why putting yo...

Canva's new Magic Layers AI tool  converts flat images into editable layers, simplifying design tasks like removing or modifying elements. The panel of C huck Joiner ,  David Ginsburg ,  Marty Jencius ,  Brian Flanigan-Arthurs ,  Jim Rea ,  Web Bixby ,  Eric Bolden , and  Jeff Gamet recognize the benefits of expanding creative access to non-designers and speeding workflows, but express concern aro...

Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner discuss why Apple TV+ still feels undervalued despite an expanding slate of films, kids programming, awards recognition, and sports success. They highlight Outcome , My Brother the Minotaur , Slow Horses, and F1 , examine how awards signal depth across genres, and explore how live sports, global stars, and the Sports app are helping broaden Apple TV's reach.  Show...

Apple's measured AI strategy is the topic of a compelling article by Horace Dediu, arguing that restraint and flexibility may prove smarter than heavy investment. Chuck Joiner ,  David Ginsburg ,  Marty Jencius ,  Brian Flanigan-Arthurs ,  Jim Rea ,  Web Bixby ,  Eric Bolden , and  Jeff Gamet discuss the conclusions before moving on to improvements in voice assistant reliability, the collapse of S...

A surprise refresh of the AirPods Pro Max headphones sparks debate over features, pricing, and real-world usefulness compared to smaller alternatives. Chuck Joiner ,  David Ginsburg ,  Marty Jencius ,  Brian Flanigan-Arthurs ,  Jim Rea ,  Web Bixby ,  Eric Bolden , and  Jeff Gamet also discuss the results of a  teardown of the MacBook Neot hat highlights improved repairability and growing communit...

The panel explores how users are moving data between AI platforms like Claude and ChatGPT to improve personalization and workflow efficiency. Chuck Joiner , David Ginsburg , Marty Jencius , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs , Jim Rea , Mark Fuccio , Web Bixby , and Eric Bolden examine evolving subscription options from Setapp, including à la carte pricing, react to the billion-dollar sale of internet tools l...