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The discussion of generative AI images continues with some examples of the origins off photo manipulation. Then, Chuck Joiner , David Ginsburg , Eric Bolden , Jim Rea , Ben Roethig , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs , and Jeff Gamet take a look at Google's track record with creating, managing, and cancelling services…and  you  might be surprised at what has come and gone. (Part 4) Kolide ensures only secure...

Chuck Joiner , David Ginsburg , Eric Bolden , Jim Rea , Ben Roethig , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs , and Jeff Gamet finish up the MacVoices Live! examination of GM's decision not to support CarPlay in favor of Google before turning their attention to a fake photo of the Pope that highlights why we need to be more critical in out assessments than ever. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Z...

Next up for the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner , David Ginsburg , Eric Bolden , Jim Rea , Ben Roethig , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs , and Jeff Gamet is a deep dive into reasons behind GM's announcement that they will partner with Google and abandon CarPlay in their all-electric vehicles. Will the car-buying public stand for this? (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Zocdoc . Find a...

After being off a week, the MacVoices panel of Chuck Joiner , David Ginsburg , Eric Bolden , Jim Rea , Ben Roethig , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs , and Jeff Gamet catch up on a number of interesting developments starting out with why the expected deletion blue checkmarks on Twitter didn't happen. A bit more concerning is an examination of a blog post outlining carrier forced wi-fi offloading - what it i...

The Road to Macstock Conference & Expo makes a stop to talk to presenter Jeff Gamet about his presentation on digital audio. Sure, you can just push "Play" in the Music app on your Mac or iPhone, but where's the fun in that? Jeff tells us how he will help you get the most out of your music, whatever your wants and needs are. Kolide ensures only secure devices can access your cloud apps. It's Zero...

This MacVoices Briefing covers the ChargeTree Go mobile charging dock from STM Goods . Ideal for both desktop and travel use, the ChargeTree Go can accommodate your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods (with a charging case). Show Notes: Links: ChargeTree Go on the STM Goods Web Site ChargeTree Go on Amazon Support:     Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon     http://patreon.com/macvoices     Enjoy th...

The Road to Macstock Conference & Expo continues in a conversation about The Midwest Mac BBQ and Wine Event . Organizer Barry Fulk talks about the return of the Macstock-adjacent event, its evolution, and how it will be structured this year. Barry needs some notice if you plan to attend, so find out what to expect and then join us for a weekend of camaraderie and and learning, starting here. Kolid...

In this MacVoices Briefing, Chuck provides information on several podcast episodes from other shows that will inform your thinking about generative AI tools. Where we are, where we are going, and the ways you should be thinking about them are informed by three very different podcasts and from very different perspectives. Kolide ensures only secure devices can access your cloud apps. It's Zero Trus...

This extended MacVoices Live! conversation wraps up with more on Twitter's changing policies regarding identity verification, who gets recommended, who doesn't, and why. To no one's surprise, Chuck Joiner , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs , Dave Ginsburg , Jim Rea , Ben Roethig , Web Bixby , and Jeff Gamet all have some strong opinions. (Part 4) This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices...

The conversation with Chuck Joiner , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs , Dave Ginsburg , Brittany Smith , Jim Rea , Ben Roethig , Web Bixby , and Jeff Gamet turns to the panel's experiences with the newest versions of operating systems for most of Apple's product line. The MacVoices Live! discussion then turns to some of the newest changes to Twitter's policies regarding identity verification. (Part 3) This...

The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs , Dave Ginsburg , Brittany Smith , Jim Rea , Ben Roethig , Web Bixby , and Jeff Gamet shifts the discussion to the use of ChatGPT and related technologies in education. How these disruptive options are being received, one experiment that is being conducted, and how they actually might benefit approaches to education are examined. T...

An intense MacVoices Live! discussion with Chuck Joiner , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs , Dave Ginsburg , Brittany Smith , Jim Rea , Ben Roethig , Web Bixby , and Jeff Gamet starts with recognition of the contributions of Gordon Moore to the tech industry. Who is Apple's new "buy now, pay later" option for, and is a good idea? With the rush to artificial intelligence, do you know what you should? (Part 1...

We wrap up our first Road to Macstock show of 2023 as Macstock Conference & Expo organizer Mike Potter gives us the low-down on how to attend, where to stay, and more of the events that will make up this year's event. (Part 2) This MacVoices is supported by HelloFresh , America's #1 Meal Kit. Visit HelloFresh.com/macvoices50 and use code "macvoices50" for 50% off, plus your first box ships free. K...

Our annual Road to Macstock series kicks off with Macstock Conference & Expo organizer Mike Potter detailing this year's event. How this year's event is shaping up with peakers, the Macstock Film Festival and more start off our conversation. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available all Patrons of MacVoices. Sign up at Patreon.com/macvoices . Show Notes: Mac...

In the March 2023 MacVoices Update, Chuck explains how he corrected a long-standing missing capability on the MacVoices web site, talks about the new TV+ Talk "show in a show" on MacVoices and The Addition, welcomes Kyle Swager to the MacVoices Live! panel, and delivers the March Support Report. Show Notes: Support:     Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon     http://patreon.com/macvoices     Enjo...

The panel of Chuck Joiner , Web Bixby , David Ginsburg , Kyle Swager , Guy Serle , Jim Rea , Jeff Gamet , Eric Bolden , Ben Roethig and Mark Fuccio provides a weather report before digging into the last part of a MacVoices Live! discussion that includes how spam on all platforms is getting smarter and more aggressive. and the services used to combat it. There's a war going on that you might not be...

The MacVoices Live! conversation over a Russian ban on iPhones has the panel of Chuck Joiner , Web Bixby , David Ginsburg , Kyle Swager , Guy Serle , Jim Rea , Jeff Gamet , Eric Bolden , and Ben Roethig contemplating the motives and long term implications, as well as discussing what alternatives might be put to use. A visit by the cast of Ted Lasso to the White House, and the recent FCC activity o...

This MacVoices Live! panel starts off with Chuck Joiner , Web Bixby , David Ginsburg , new panelist Kyle Swager , Guy Serle , Jim Rea , Jeff Gamet , Eric Bolden , and Ben Roethig deciding whether Belkin's decision not to support the Matter protocol for smart devices is meaningful. The cast of "Ted Lasso" visiting the White House was definitely meaningful to many, and the FCC taking steps to cut do...

Apple's presence as a media company is becoming more important, both to the company itself and to its audiences. That's why Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner have teamed up to produce a new "show within a show". TV+ Talk will be delivered through both the MacVoices channels and those of Charlotte's The Addition , and will focus on that presence. In the first installment, Charlotte and Chuck discuss...

The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner , Dave Ginsburg , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs , Ben Roethig , Jeff Gamet , Eric Bolden , and Jim Rea had more thoughts on the use of ChatGPT and other generative AIs and where they are appropriately used (as if that's going to stop inappropriate use). Samsung's questionable claims of great moon images as evidence of their phone's photographic capabilities, Goog...

In the second part of this MacVoices Live! discussion, Chuck Joiner , Dave Ginsburg , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs , Ben Roethig , Jeff Gamet , Eric Bolden , and Jim Rea spend a little more time examining the Silicon Valley Bank situation and what it means for the tech industry. Then, the news that Grammerly will be included  ChatGPT as part of their service sparks a discussion of the appropriate use of...

The latest MacVoices Live! panel starts off sharing some "Spam and Scams" stories that they have experienced and that might be coming to a device near you. Then, Chuck Joiner , Dave Ginsburg , Brian Flanigan-Arthurs , Ben Roethig , Jeff Gamet , Eric Bolden , and Jim Rea talk about why they might use Apple's new virtual personal shopping option before digging into the current state of the Silicon V...

The MacVoices Live! panel finishes up our conversation about developer support and how Apple appears to be going beyond their usual policies in supporting Twitter Client developers due to the changes in Twitter's policies. Chuck Joiner , David Ginsburg , Eric Bolden , Jeff Gamet , Web Bixby , Mark Fuccio , Jim Rea , and Kelly Guimont look at from all the angles, including why Elon Musk is doing wh...

Chuck Joiner , David Ginsburg , Eric Bolden , Jeff Gamet , Web Bixby , Mark Fuccio , Jim Rea , and Kelly Guimont take a look at a couple hot topics. The Apple community has rallied behind the idea of not asking for refunds on Twitter client subscriptions from some high-profile developers, but seem equally comfortable avoiding paywalls. The debate/discussion over the rationale behind these seemingl...

This MacVoices Live! session kicks off with reactions to the new, yellow iPhone by Chuck Joiner , David Ginsburg , Eric Bolden , Jeff Gamet , Web Bixby , Mark Fuccio , Jim Rea , and Kelly Guimont . Who it will appeal to and how it will sell? The panel then takes a look at the surprising difficulty of sharing your favorite podcast. What you need to do and what the podcast creator needs to do. (Part...