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At Pepcom at CES 2026 in Las Vegas, we heard about the latest and greatest home security hardware from Brett White, Global Public Relations Lead for Eufy . Highlights include a SmartLock with facial recognition, a 180-degree panoramic video doorbell, a solar-powered wall light camera with adjustable panels, and a slim SmartTrack accessory. We review Matter support, battery life, ease of installati...

From Pepcom at CES 2026, Satechi Product Manager Manny Garcia describes the features of the company’s most powerful docking station yet, built around Thunderbolt 5. Despite its compact size, the dock delivers up to 120Gbps bandwidth, supports 8K displays, provides up to 140W of host power, and includes a built-in SSD enclosure for storage expansion without sacrificing ports.  Show Notes: Support:...

From Pepcom at CES 2026, Ben Stainlay, Head of Product for Strapsicle , shows off an innovative iPad case designed to make holding and using an iPad easier and safer. Inspired by a real-world family accident, the product integrates adjustable hand straps into the case to improve comfort, reduce fatigue, and prevent drops. The discussion covers accessibility benefits, thoughtful design details, bui...

From Pepcom at CES 2026, Esteban Rojas of Ottocast explains how their products expand in-car display capabilities beyond traditional CarPlay. Ottocast introduces camera and dongle solutions that enable split-screen viewing, rear-seat monitoring, multiple user profiles, and standalone navigation.  Show Notes: Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon       http://patreon.com/macvoices    ...

From CES 2026 in Las Vegas at Pepcom, Alex Levine, CEO and Co-Founder of  Xebec , talks about their new Tri-Screen 3 portable monitor system. The updated design features larger 13.3-inch displays, a rugged aluminum build, and a single-cable connection for both Windows and Mac laptops. With improved stability for laptop use, fast deployment, and travel-ready durability, Tri-Screen 3 solves the mult...

The first live show of 2026 kicks off with CES reflections, a quick scam warning about fake Instagram reset emails, and highlights from the show floor. Chuck Joiner , David Ginsburg , Eric Bolden , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs , Jeff Gamet , Norbert Frassa , Marty Jencius , and Jim Rea discuss into LEGO’s new NFC “smart bricks” and why they won’t kill creativity. Chuck also shares impressions of Xreal d...

From Pepcom at CES 2026 in Las Vegas, Chuck talks with Stephon Narbury about Chamelo 's electronically tint-changing eyewear. The glasses and ski goggles shift from clear to dark in a fraction of a second, reducing glare and fog while adapting to changing light. Battery-powered for all-day use, the lineup also includes blue-light blocking and prismatic options aimed at sports and everyday wear.  S...

At CES 2026 Pepcom, Rescue Retriever introduces a pet safety system designed to help firefighters locate and save animals during house fires. Ryan Tussing and Rusty Tussing (Founder and CEO respectively) explain how the system combines a reflective window decal, a silent strobing smoke detector placed near where pets hide, and a collar-mounted FireTag (that also can hold an AirTag). Together, they...

At Pepcom during CES 2026, ShiftCam unveils a new ProRig system with more mounting points, stability, and a redesigned filter lineup for better cinematography. Founder and CEO Benson KL Chiu explains how their company is working to make mobile creation even better with options such as their Explore lens kits, including telephoto and macro options and Plank, a phone-first SSD line built for high-ba...

From Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, Chris McCloud of Scoche provides a quick tour of their new charging and mobility accessories. Highlights include a 25W MagicMount wireless charger, multi-device PowerVolt chargers, the Found It tracking line with RFID protection, and new colorful GoBat power banks with built-in plugs and readouts.  Show Notes: Links: Scosche MagicMount Charge Pro Qi2 Home/Office Ma...

The MacVoices Live! panel discusses how artificial intelligence has shifted from a destination into an invisible layer within everyday software. Rather than visiting separate tools, AI is now embedded in operating systems and apps, increasingly becoming a natural part of workflows. Chuck Joiner , David Ginsburg , Marty Jencius , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs , Web Bixby , Jeff Gamet , Mark Fuccio and Jim...

From Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, Hans Dose, founder of Stuff Manufacturing , who shares how tariffs pushed him to open a U.S.-based silicone factory. Hans how using silicone results in faster production cycles, lower tooling costs, and better IP protection. Hans shows off a new patented MagSafe accessory and explains how his factory will support other brands with domestic manufacturing.  Support:...

From a CES showcase, Wyzly Founder and CEO Adam Adler gives us an introduction to their iOS app that lets children earn screen time by completing educational questions. Designed to reduce parent-child conflict, Wyzly combines learning, motivation, and customizable parental controls in an approachable, easy-to-administrate package.  Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon       http://patreon...

From CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, Stella Hall, Head of Americas Marketing for Plaud , talks about the rise of AI note-taking and the features of the NotePin S, their newest product. Stella explains how the device captures conversations on demand, highlights key moments, and quickly delivers structured summaries. The discussion also addresses privacy safeguards, encryption, compliance standards, and...

New York’s proposed warning labels for social media was the topic of a discussion questioning whether lawmakers understand the real drivers of addiction and the privacy cost of age verification. Chuck Joiner , David Ginsburg , Marty Jencius , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs , Web Bixby , Jeff Gamet , Mark Fuccio and Jim Rea also cover shifts to “brain gear” wearables and the risks of sensitive data leaving...

At CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, Jessica Bay introduces MAILVISTA , a digital assistant designed to tame email overload. Jessica explains how the service organizes, prioritizes, and summarizes messages to highlight what truly matters. The discussion covers privacy safeguards, personalization through context and learning, current support for Gmail and Outlook, and an objective of reducing email stress...

A CES Unveiled interview with Thomas Guesdon, COO for Skyted , provided an update on their headset that is designed to enable quiet, confidential conversations in crowded spaces such as in a plane, introduces a new app that visualizes how far a user’s voice travels, and discusses a major aerospace partnership. Show Notes: Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon       http://patreon.com/...

From CES Unveiled, a conversation with Naqi Logix ' Head of AI Dr. Rodney Sappington introduces a set of earbuds designed to give users hands-free control of computers, tablets, and smart devices. He explains explores how subtle finger and hand movements translate into precise commands, accessibility and productivity use cases, and how Naqi’Logix' technology can complement traditional input method...

From CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, Targus ’ Vice President, Global Marketing & Ecommerce Andrew Corkill shows off a modular, expandable backpack designed for business trave for more than just techl, new portable docking stations that enable multi-display workflows on the road. Then, Gabi Iorio, Director of Global Marketing and Sales for Hyper , gave us a look at their award-winning Hyper enclosure th...

An evaluation of the performance of major Apple product categories over the past year is reviewed by the panel of Chuck Joiner , David Ginsburg , Marty Jencius , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs , Web Bixby , Jeff Gamet , Mark Fuccio and Jim Rea , drawing on market data to assess claims of category leadership across iPhone, iPad, AirPods, Apple Watch, and Mac. The panel examines the impact of Apple silicon...

At CES Unveiled, HOVERAir  showed off the Aqua, a first-of-its-kind self-flying action camera designed for use on land and water. Morgan Alexander outlined its waterproof design, 4K video, sub-250g weight, and unique snorkel mode that records above and below the surface.  Show Notes: Chapters: Links: HOVERAir on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4pHsFIU Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon    ...

From CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, T Banks , Product Manager for Shure , introduces the new MV88 microphone designed for iPhone and USB-C devices. Featuring a dual-capsule design to deliver adjustable stereo sound, app-controlled gain, auto-leveling, and real-time noise reduction the MV88 help creators capture clean audio anywhere.  Show Notes: Links: Shure Mics on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4qi2AkQ Sup...

Spotify’s music catalog was recently “appropriated” by an unauthorized party. Was it theft or preservation? The conversation explores copyright, artist rights, and the idea of music as both art and information. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, and Jim Rea also look at libraries, global access, licensing models, and how digital archives an...

At CES Unveiled 2026, Matthew Ungar, Marketing Manager for Govee shows off the company’s newest smart lighting and home innovations. Highlights include LumaBlend Plus for richer color control, dynamic ceiling lights that mimic natural skies, an AI lighting assistant, and a nugget ice maker designed to bring restaurant-style convenience into the home.  Show Notes: Links: Govee Smart Ceiling Light h...

At CES Unveiled 2026 in Las Vegas, Carrie Kessenich , Director of Brand Management for FeatherSnap talks about about their smart bird feeders that automatically captures photos and video of visiting birds. The system identifies species and delivers wildlife moments straight to your phone, turning backyard birdwatching into a modern, connected experience.  Show Notes: Links: FeatherSnap Smart Birdf...