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From CES Unveiled  in Las Vegas,  Armin Meyer , COO and Founder for heat it , delivers an update on the newest version of their heat-oriented bug-bite treatment device that is iPhone 15-compatible. Approved by the FDA, heat it really works, as Chuck explains.  Show Notes: heat it - Smartphone-Powered Insect Bite Healer - Chemical-Free Relief from Itching & Pain just with Concentrated Heat - for Ap...

From  CES Unveiled  in Las Vegas,  Michael Okoye , CEO of The ADAM App , explains how their app helps you manage what happens to, and who has access to, your digital assets after your death through a unique time-delayed double-key system that you control. Show Notes: Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon       http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donat...

Why does an Android user decide to make the leap to iPhone? The MacVoices Live! panel of  Chuck Joiner ,  David Ginsburg , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea ,  Eric Bolden ,  Jeff Gamet ,  Mark Fuccio and  Web Bixby engage in a good-natured interrogation of James Baraniak , a recent convert. The discussion covers what persuaded James to made the switch, the easy spots and rough spots of the transiti...

The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner ,  David Ginsburg ,  Eric Bolden ,  Web Bixby ,  Jeff Gamet ,  Ben Roethig , and  Jim Rea  look at the implications for Apple Watch repairs and the import ban, and why this will be the last time we talk about Beeper (we hope).  This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available all Patrons of MacVoices. Sign up at Patreon.com/macvoice...

The MacVoices Live! panel considers the most important tech story of the year. Chuck Joiner ,  David Ginsburg ,  Eric Bolden ,  Web Bixby , Jeff Gamet ,  Ben Roethig , and Jim Rea look at the past and future of AI and Large Language Models.  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 infor...

A major car manufacturer is moving away from digital touch screens and back to analog for various functions. Chuck Joiner ,  David Ginsburg ,  Eric Bolden ,  Web Bixby ,  Brittany Smith , Jeff Gamet ,  Ben Roethig , and  Jim Rea  discuss how this relates to Apple's CarPlay ambitions and how other car manufacturers are addressing the integration of entertainment and vehicle controls. Panel members...

Microsoft announces the sunsetting of their HoloLens Mixed Reality Headset just as Apple readies the Vision Pro. Strange timing?  Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Brittany Smith, Jeff Gamet, Ben Roethig, and Jim Rea  dive in with their thoughts on why and why not, and what the Vision Pro needs to succeed.  Take Control Books : The Answers You Need Now, From Leading Experts.  ...

The GatorGrip stand for tablets and iPhones make a great addition to your iPhone or iPad. Find out how these minimalist stands function in both portrait and landscape modes, take up no room, and represent a simple solution that makes your device more usable.  Show Notes: Links: GatorGrip web site GatorGrip Phone Stand on Amazon GatorGrip Tablet Stand on Amazon Support:      Become a MacVoices Patr...

To wrap up the MacVoices Live! holiday party, Chuck Joiner ,  David Ginsburg ,  Brian Flanigan-Arthurs ,  Jeff Gamet ,  Ben Roethig ,  Jim Rea , and  Brittany Smith critique a company claiming to eavesdrop on phone conversations, condemning the invasion of privacy and the gathering conversation keywords for targeted marketing. Flipboard and Threads moving to the Fediverse, Threads' growth with ove...

The MacVoices Live! holiday party rolls on as the panel discusses Apple's recent test flight data loss and whether it is a significant event given that the data was 10 years old. Shifting focus, Chuck Joiner ,  David Ginsburg ,  Brian Flanigan-Arthurs ,  Jeff Gamet ,  Ben Roethig ,  Jim Rea , and  Brittany Smith discuss the termination of Adobe's deal with Figma and their fine for difficult-to-can...

As part of the MacVoices Live! holiday party,  Chuck Joiner ,  David Ginsburg ,  Brian Flanigan-Arthurs ,  Jeff Gamet ,  Ben Roethig ,  Jim Rea , and  Brittany Smith discuss the Apple Watch situation. Apple's rare acknowledgment sparks speculation on sales strategy and complicates those looking to purchase the device for the holidays. The panel also reviews the developments in the messaging encryp...

In the final Update for 2023, host Chuck Joiner offers his appreciation for everyone who participates in MacVoices from both sides of the camera and mic, talks about what was accomplished in 2023 and some of what is to come in 2024, reviews the Holiday Gift Guides, and finishes up with the Support Report. Show Notes: Links: MacVoices Holiday Gift Guides Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on P...

The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg , Eric Bolden , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs , Ben Roethig , Jeff Gamet , Jim Rea , Mark Fuccio , and Guy Serle scrutinizes Tidal's surprising solid revenue and profi resilience despite a 10% staff layoff. The conversation then to Spotify's sustainability and Amex's perception of Apple Card's lacking premium appeal.  This edition of MacVoices is...

This MacVoices Live! discussion spotlights Apple's latest stolen device protection measures and why you should adopt them. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg , Eric Bolden , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs , Ben Roethig , Jeff Gamet , Jim Rea , Mark Fuccio , and Guy Serle underscore the importance of smartphone security in public spaces and Face ID. The panel also touches on how FineWoven is holding up after a r...

The MacVoices Live! panel discusses the controversy surrounding Beeper, questioning whether it's a case of innovation or something less above-board. The back-and-forth between Beeper and Apple results in concerns about the security implications of giving out Apple IDs. The discussion shifts to the broader topic of politicians, particularly Elizabeth Warren, making statements about technology witho...

Chuck Joiner ,  Dave Ginsburg ,  Jim Rea ,  Eric Bolden ,  Jeff Gamet , Ben Roethig , Mark Fuccio , and  Web Bixby discuss KISS's future through digital avatars, with panelists expressing opinions about this version of digital immortality. . Financial opportunities and concerns about avatar ownership and technological advancements in entertainment are discussed. They also compare Spotify to Netfli...

The MacVoices Live! panel of  Chuck Joiner ,  Dave Ginsburg ,  Jim Rea ,  Eric Bolden ,  Jeff Gamet , Ben Roethig , Mark Fuccio , and  Web Bixby  highlights privacy concerns with Plex, QR codes, and the 23andMe hack. Plex's mistake in sharing viewing summaries without consent is discussed. The conversation touches on QR code risks, cautioning against blind scanning, and the 23andMe hack, emphasizi...

Chuck Joiner ,  Dave Ginsburg ,  Jim Rea ,  Eric Bolden ,  Jeff Gamet , Ben Roethig , Mark Fuccio , and  Web Bixby look at the latest objective evidence that running Macs can save money over other options, and consider the question of whether you own your digital media, or whether you just think you do.  MacVoices is supported by Incogni. Don't let companies exploit your personal information. It's...

Kirk McElhearn and host  Chuck Joiner  wrap up MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #6 with gifts that include video gear, a lifestyle product, a productivity product, and something just plain fun. (Part 2)  MacVoices is supported by Incogni . Don't let companies exploit your personal information. It's risk- free with Incogni's 30-day money back guarantee! http://incogni.com/macvoices Show Notes: Chapters...

Kirk McElhearn and host  Chuck Joiner deliver the first part of MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #6 as the holiday starts to close in on us. From productivity to protection devices, find something that suits the tech person on your list. (Part 1)  [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV23310.mp3[/embed] MacVoices is supported by Incogni. Don't let companies exploit your personal information. I...

In this MacVoices Briefing, Chuck outlines his experience with the  Shokz OpenComm2 Open-Ear Bone Conduction Headphones . An over of features and controls, fit, sound quality both for the user and those engaging with them, and use cases are included.  Show Notes: Chapters: 0:00:00 Introduction and Overview of Shokz OpenComm2 Headphones 0:01:08 Features and Design of the Shokz OpenComm2 Headphones...

Chuck provides a briefing on the function and benefits of the OWC Drive Doc k 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 Dock and its capabilities 0:00:27 Overview of the controls and...

The MacVoices Live! panel discusses the results of one panel member's real-world showdown between Apple Maps and Google Waze, discussing their strengths and use cases. Chuck Joiner ,  David Ginsburg ,  Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby ,  Ben Roethig ,  Eric Bolden ,  Mark Fuccio , and  Jim Rea  explore the role of AI in mapping and navigation, highlighting its accuracy and efficiency. Our convers...

The panel of Chuck Joiner ,  David Ginsburg ,  Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby ,  Ben Roethig ,  Eric Bolden ,  Mark Fuccio , and  Jim Rea  finish comments over the Apple-Goldman Sachs drama, look at the NameDrop misinformation campaign, Google Drive files loss, and a favorable change in Safari. (Part 2) MacVoices is supported by Incogni. Don't let companies exploit your personal information. It...

The MacVoices Live! panel took on breaking news on why Apple decided to pull the plug on the Apple Card relationship with Goldman Sachs, who would be a likely successor, and what the implications are for consumers.  Chuck Joiner ,  David Ginsburg ,  Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby ,  Ben Roethig ,  Eric Bolden ,  Mark Fuccio , and  Jim Rea weigh in. (Part 1) MacVoices is supported by Incogni. Do...