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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner , David Ginsburg , Ben Roethig , Jeff Gamet and Web Bixby went shopping on Amazon Prime Day (who didn't), and reveal their purchases both tech and non-tech. That led to some discussion of hardware choices past and present, and what effect participating in the annual shopping event has on data collection. This part of the discussion concludes with observati...

In the July 2023 MacVoices Update, Chuck asks for your assistance by participating in the MacVoices Social Media Survey 2023 , explains why MacVoices went dark for a few days, and mentions why Macstock's digital pass should be in your future. The Update wraps with some new social media presences and the month's Support Report. Show Notes: Links: MacVoices Social Media Survey 2023 , Support:     Be...

This MacVoices Live! session wraps with Chuck Joiner ,  David Ginsburg ,  Brian  Flanagan-Arthurs ,  Eric Bolden ,  Brittany Smith ,  Guy Serle ,  Jeff Gamet ,  Web Bixby ,  Kelly Guimont and  Mark Fuccio   discussing repurposing old iMacs as monitors, Apple's keynote video editing techniques, the ongoing situation at Reddit, and the release of the pilot episode of Apple TV+ show Silo on Twitter....

Chuck Joiner , David Ginsburg , Brian Flanagan-Arthurs , Eric Bolden , Brittany Smith , Guy Serle , Jeff Gamet , Web Bixby , Kelly Guimont , and Mark Fuccio discuss the rumors of a 30-inch iMac release by Apple. Our panelists express skepticism about the usage survey data and question its relevance amid the transition to Apple Silicon. The feasibility  of a larger iMac is examined, with concerns a...

An extra large MacVoices Live panel that featured Chuck Joiner ,  David Ginsburg ,  Brian  Flanagan-Arthurs ,  Eric Bolden ,  Brittany Smith ,  Guy Serle ,  Jeff Gamet ,  Web Bixby ,  Kelly Guimont and  Mark Fussio look at Apple's impact on the stock market as its stock price approaches $3 trillion. The recent release of the Vision Pro and other announcements have contributed to this growth. Despi...

Ben Roethig believes the iPad has evolved to be more like a Mac, with mouse and keyboard support, and that that evolution should include the macOS. We debate the benefits and challenges of a touch interface on the Mac, and the future of traditional laptops. How a unified operating system could preserve device strengths while implementing simplicity is discussed with an eye toward security. [embed]...

We conclude our wrap-up conversation with Mike Potter as the final entry in the 2023 Road to Macstock as Mike explains how the virtual ticket works, why it is combined with the digital pass for this year only, and all the details you need to take advantage of the conference even if you can't be there inn person. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices Dispatch , our w...

Our annual Road to Macstock wraps up with a conversation with organizer Mike Potter about the move to a new, intimate venue and the introduction of a virtual pass for live streaming. Mike runs down the list of presenters, what they will be talking about, and why he is extra excited for this year's conference. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices After Dark . What happens be...

In the second part of our discussion with Joe Kissell about Take Control of Your Digital Legacy, Second Edition , Joe talks about the importance of designating a trusted digital executor and consulting professionals for handling digital assets. We recover the risks of relying on third-party services and the need for a backup plan. Practical tips include writing your own obituary and carefully mana...

Joe Kissell 's latest effort is an important one. Take Control of Your Digital Legacy, Second Edition outlines the importance of preserving digital assets and navigating account access policies after your death. Joe emphasized the need for up-to-date information on managing digital legacies and highlighted challenges with companies like Google and Apple. He recommends strategies for protecting per...

The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo is approaching an end as we talk to Dave Hamilton about the Mac Geek Gab Caucus session at Macstock and the format it will take. We also cover what Dave will present in his Synology Disk Station presentation and how you can submit questions and ideas for that session. This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Magazine , our free magazine on Flipbo...

In Part 2 of our conversation about   Adobe Lightroom: A Complete Course and Compendium of Features author Jeff Carlson explores the usability of Lightroom's features for landscape photography and the masking feature,which allows for precise adjustments without affecting the rest of the image. The importance of understanding Lightroom's capabilities is emphasized, and the Jeff explains how this bo...

Jeff Carlson joins us to discuss his new book, Adobe Lightroom: A Complete Course and Compendium of Features . The book is divided into a course section and a compendium section, offering practical exercises and advanced features explanations. Jeff addresses the confusion around Lightroom's different versions and highlight Lightroom Classic's extensive capabilities. He also explores Lightroom's AI...

In the final part of this MacVoices Live! session, Chuck Joiner , Jim Rea , David Ginsburg , Ben Roethig , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby , Mark Fuccio and Eric Bolden  discuss Google's surprising decision to exit the domain name registration business. They delve into the reasons behind this move and speculate on Google's motives, considering the competition and low margins in the domain busine...

This MacVoices Live! session continues as we explore the conflicts within Reddit, risks of mailing checks, and a security breach with Western Digital's My Cloud service. Chuck Joiner , Jim Rea , David Ginsburg , Ben Roethig , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby , Mark Fuccio , and Eric Bolden challenge the concept of the "Apple tax" and talk about Google's exit from domain name registration. (Part 2...

This MacVoices Live! session starts off with a discussion of the impact of Apple's API restrictions on third-party applications, particularly in relation to mail plug-ins in Sonoma. Chuck Joiner , Jim Rea , David Ginsburg , Ben Roethig , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs and Web Bixby explore the importance of having a backup plan and the challenges faced by developers when APIs lack functionality. We also c...

Chuck Joiner , David Ginsburg , Jim Rea , Brittany Smith , Eric Bolden , Ben Roethig , Jeff Gamet , Guy Serle , and Brian Flanagan-Arthurs finish up this MacVoices Live! discussion with more on Reddit, a conversation about the limits of ChatGPT, and a caution about how we think of "large language models" versus "AI". (Part 3) This MacVoices is supported by HelloFresh , America's #1 Meal Kit. Visit...

The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner , David Ginsburg , Jim Rea , Brittany Smith , Eric Bolden , Ben Roethig , Jeff Gamet , Guy Serle , and Brian Flanagan-Arthurs discuss privacy concerns with Apple's Vision Pro and compare it to Google Glass. and explore the rudeness associated with wearable cameras and the potential benefits of wearable technology. The discussion includes Apple's focus on a...

A MacVoices Live! discussion with Chuck Joiner , David Ginsburg , Jim Rea , Brittany Smith , Eric Bolden , Ben Roethig , Jeff Gamet , Guy Serle , and Brian Flanagan-Arthurs starts off with an examination of the Mastodon client named Mona , highlighting its performance and user-friendly interface. They also talk about the trend of companies creating private instances on social media platforms, touc...

In this edition of TV+ Talk, Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner explore Apple TV+'s impact on live sports and their recent ventures into sports broadcasting, highlighting their MLB coverage and the 10-year MLS deal. Apple's extra charge for sports channels and its potential impact on streaming services and how Lionel Messi's upcoming participation in the Leagues Cup game will affect subscriptions is...

In the 2023-06 Update, Chuck talks about Macstock Conference and Expo and The Road to Macstock, Take Control author interviews, and the studio/office refresh. The use of large language models has made its way into MacVoices' production, and Chuck covers the goods and the bads of these new tools as the experiment continues. Finally, why you need to make the move away from Stitcher, the July 4th Mac...

Our next conversation on The Road to Macstock we speak with Dr. Marty Jenicus , a new speaker at Macstock, about the use of AI in learning. Marty explains how AI can be utilized to create personalized learning schedules and resources for specific skills. We discuss the importance of educators embracing AI tools and the ethical responsibilities that come with it. The impact of AI on education and i...

This Road to Macstock conversation is with Kirschen Seah , a returning presenter at the conference. Kirshen shares her expertise on shortcuts, demonstrating their functionalities and how third-party apps enhance their capabilities. We discuss integrating HomeKit devices, provide simple examples, and highlight the practicality and usefulness of shortcuts. Her goal will be to inspire viewers to expl...

Joe Kissell is back to discuss his latest book, Take Control of Your Passwords . First up is the ever-increasing importance of password hygiene in our digital age as passwords remain an easy target for hackers. We delved into Passkeys, a more secure alternative to traditional passwords, and the recent developments in their adoption, including support from Microsoft, Google, and password managers....

On this MacVoices Live! session concludes with thoughts on France's pursuit of Microsoft and how Meta's approach to local law compliance differs from Apple's. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanagan-Arthurs , and Guy Serle also predict the consolidation of streaming services and discuss the NFL's tight control over its events and local...