MacVoices

The second part of our conversation with Scott Morrison , Scott Little , and Beth Wall of MailMaven and  Joe Kissell  of Take Control Books ,  explores token-based search, a separate global search window, and smart mailboxes/rules with nested criteria. They explain how the conversation map tames complex threads, while a keyboard-first design speeds filing and actions, and detail a privacy-by-desig...

We kick off a special in-depth discussion with the development team from SmallCubed about of MailMaven , and new, "information rich" email client, and Joe Kissell , the author of both the MailMaven documentation as well as Take Control of MailMaven . "Chief spelunker and instigator"  Scott Morrison, "Programmer and back-end wizard" Scott Little , and "Websie and cat hearding"  Beth Wall  start off...

The MacVoices Live! panel discusses Apple's climb to the $4 trillion valuation, its ongoing dominance, and the company's resilience under Tim Cook. Chuck Joiner , Marty Jencius , Web Bixby , Jim Rea , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs , and Eric Bolden also examine Apple's UK App Store lawsuit and possible $2 billion penalty, plus privacy concerns over potential changes to App Tracking Transparency in Europe...

The Jon Prosser saga continues: missed deadlines, Apple pushing toward default judgment, and why Cupertino may "make an example" of John (citing Think Secret history), Chuck Joiner ,  David Ginsburg ,  Brian Flanigan-Arthurs ,  Marty Jencius ,  Jim Rea ,  Eric Bolden , Jeff Gamet , Guy Serle , and Web Bixby examine where it is going, then do an impromptu hands-on with OpenAI's new ChatGPT Atlas br...

Apple's growing focus on sports with new Apple Sports app updates and its upcoming F1 broadcasting deal is the focus of the MacVoices Live! session with Chuck Joiner ,  David Ginsburg ,  Brian Flanigan-Arthurs ,  Marty Jencius ,  Jim Rea ,  Eric Bolden , Jeff Gamet , Guy Serle , and Web Bixby. The panel examines the Vision Pro app's arrival on iPad, and reacts to Apple's tribute to Jane Goodall. ...

October marks 20 years of the show's conversations, insights, and Apple community connections. Chuck reflects on the milestone and previews November's holiday gift guides. He also discusses MacVoices Magazine as a source for curated Apple how-tos delivers the monthly Support Report.  http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV225272.mp3 Show Notes: Chapters: Links: MacVoices Celebrates 20 Years: A Le...

Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner unpack Apple's move to rebrand Apple TV+, its exclusive U.S. Formula 1 deal, and the larger implications for sports streaming. They explore the tie-in with the F1 movie, Apple's departure from MLB, and new bundling strategies with Peacock. Charlotte also previews her new book Streaming Wars , offering a big-picture look at how Apple and its rivals are redefining th...

Chuck relates his experience with the Rolling Square AirCard Pro —a slim, credit-card-sized Bluetooth tracker compatible with Apple's Find My network. With a rechargeable 12-month battery, Qi charging, and optional QR ID, it is an ideal compact Bluetooth tracker with a flat form factor.  Show Notes: Chapters: [0:00] Introduction and why a physical wallet is still essential [0:22] Losing the wallet...

Founder JOhn Rokos shares how MagSafe inspired OpenCase —an iPhone case with a recessed opening that locks MagSafe accessories in place to prevent sliding, improve charging/heat, and cut weight. He covers patenting, vetting manufacturers in China, yearly fit changes, testing with dummy phones, and building an open accessory ecosystem.  This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by our Patreon  su...

Apple's reported acquisition of Prompt.ai's team/IP drew thoughts from the MacVoices panel about what it could mean for computer vision across Face ID, HomeKit, a rumored HomePod with a screen, and even a home robot. Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, and Norbert Frassa debate Apple's new $2M bug bounty—promise vs. payout history—then note Piper Sandler da...

The MacVoices Live! reacts to Apple's decision to discontinue the Clips app and rename Apple TV+ simply to Apple TV. Chuck Joiner ,  Dave Ginsburg , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs , Jim Rea , Marty Jencius , and Norbert Frassa debate why Clips failed to gain traction, Apple's pattern of abandoning smaller software, and how confusing naming conventions blur the lines between Apple's hardware, apps, and str...

A MacVoices Live! discussion covers another major recall—this time ESR's HaloLock power banks over fire risks—and explores why power bank failures remain common despite reputable brands. Chuck Joiner ,  Dave Ginsburg , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs , Jim Rea , Marty Jencius , and Norbert Frassa also react to Logitech's sudden shutdown of its Pop Smart Button, raising questions about product obsolescence,...

Doug Adams  of  Doug's AppleScripts was a guest on the very first episode of MacVoices and he's back to help celebrate the 20th anniversary of the show. Doug looks at AppleScript's enduring legacy, automation on the Mac, and his inventive "bathroom music" project. Doug and Chuck discuss the evolution from CDs to streaming, Apple Music's scripting roots, and the changing ways people collect and exp...

The MacVoices Live! panel debates OpenAI's Sora—deepfakes, IP use, and "opt-out" controls that still require adding your likeness. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg , Web Bixby , Marty Jencius , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs , Jeff Gamet , Eric Bolden , and Jim Rea swap privacy tips, share scam/robocall concerns, and discuss Instagram shifting to Reels and what that means for attention and demographics. Final...

Epic's latest complaints about Apple's App Store rules spark frustration and humor among the panel, while Rivian's lack of CarPlay draws mockery from Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg , Web Bixby , Marty Jencius , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs , Jeff Gamet , Eric Bolden , and Jim Rea . The discussion shifts to growing concerns over Google's Gemini integration in Chrome and AI-driven search privacy. Finally, t...

Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner unpack the latest season of The Morning Show , exploring Apple TV+'s creative freedom, layered storylines, and standout performances. They discuss Apple's evolving tolerance for edgier content and the show's newsroom chaos. The announcement of Peanuts staying on Apple TV+ through 2030 represents an artistic and business win that strengthens Apple's family-friendly...

The MacVoices Live! panel discuss the Rivian CEO's claim that drivers will eventually appreciate cars without Apple CarPlay, sparking debate about automakers' push for control and subscription models. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg , Web Bixby , Marty Jencius , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs , Jeff Gamet , Eric Bolden , and Jim Rea explore consumer frustration over losing convenience and the rise of tech-ba...

The MacVoices Live! panel marks the anniversary of Steve Jobs' passing with memories, reflections, and some personal encounters on his impact. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg , Web Bixby , Marty Jencius , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs , Jeff Gamet , Eric Bolden , and Jim Rea talk about a recent warning about PayPal/Venmo scams after account linking, with debate over protections, Apple Pay safety, Zelle pitf...

The panel explores how M-series Macs—with huge unified memory and efficient silicon—are gaining traction for AI inference and on-device privacy, citing MacStadium use cases and enterprise angles like Copilot adoption. Chuck Joiner ,  David Ginsburg , Marty Jencius ,  Brian Flanigan-Arthurs ,  Eric Bolden ,  Guy Serle ,  Web Bixby ,  Jeff Gamet,   Jim Rea , and  Mark Fuccio contrast training vs. in...

Electronic Arts' $55 billion privatization sparks debate over the state of gaming. The panel examines EA's financial struggles, originality fatigue, and cinematic excess in modern titles. Chuck Joiner ,  David Ginsburg , Marty Jencius ,  Brian Flanigan-Arthurs ,  Eric Bolden ,  Guy Serle ,  Web Bixby ,  Jeff Gamet,   Jim Rea and  Mark Fuccio explore Saudi investment motives, shareholder pressures,...

The panel examines the controversy over "Tilly Norwood," an AI-generated actress, and what it means for Hollywood's future. Chuck Joiner ,  David Ginsburg , Marty Jencius ,  Brian Flanigan-Arthurs ,  Eric Bolden ,  Guy Serle ,  Web Bixby ,  Jeff Gamet,   Jim Rea , and Mark Fuccio  debate whether artificial performers threaten human creativity, explore ethical uses of AI to augment actors, and cons...

Bad Bunny has been announced as the headliner for Apple's Super Bowl Half Time Show, but the choice isn't without controversy.  Chuck Joiner ,  David Ginsburg , Marty Jencius ,  Brian Flanigan-Arthurs ,  Eric Bolden ,  Guy Serle ,  Web Bixby ,  Jeff Gamet,   Jim Rea , and  Mark Fuccio  share both thoughts and predictions, debate the evolution of half-time acts, and Apple's influence.  Today's MacV...

The panel covers Anchor's power bank recall over fire risks, debates iPhone durability and repairability, and reviews ExpressVPN's ad-supported "EventVPN." Chuck Joiner , Dave Ginsburg , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs , Jeff Gamet , Eric Bolden , Marty Jencius Jim Rea , and  Web Bixby also share travel safety tips for lithium-ion batteries, discuss Apple's design shift toward easier repairs, and joke abou...

The MacVoices Live! panel talks brand genericization ("AirPods" for all earbuds), a quirky AirPods Max fix, and first-week impressions of new Apple gear. Chuck Joiner , Dave Ginsburg , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs , Ben Roethig , Jeff Gamet , Eric Bolden , Marty Jencius Jim Rea , and  Web Bixby relate stories of iPhone 17 setup, camera zoom and landscape selfie tricks, store launch crowds, cases and scr...

The panel of Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby share how they use technology across personal and professional projects — from AI tools like Teams Copilot and MacWhisper to collaborative Google Slides and automation. One panel member discusses managing a massive listserv and combating spam research posts,...