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Bob "Dr. Mac" LeVitus  continues his discussion of being productive while working from home with an update on the training he provides at Working Smarter For Mac Users, some of the things that he is doing for himself, and two surprising pieces of gear that he uses to stay on track and focused. He also provides some discount offers for his products and outlines how you can get a free scholarship to...

Bob "Dr. Mac" LeVitus  has spent most of his career working from home, so what is new to many us is his normal. Bob tells us some of the challenges he faced early on, how he overcame them, and how he can help you overcome yours. He also covers some recommended activities to help you use your time at home effectively, and come out the better side with more training in something that interests you....

In the update for March 2020, Chuck talks about some changes to the MacVoices format, the new "MacVoices Thinking" benefit for Patreon supporters as well as an upcoming new benefit that is under construction. A review of all the MacVoices assets available to those under lockdown, the month's support report, and an urging to stay safe during these challenging times rounds out the update. [embed]htt...

In the second part of our discussion of new Apple hardware with  Peter Cohen , we turn to the inevitable question of whether the iPad can replace a Mac laptop, and if it can, should it? Peter has some thoughts, and then looks at the new MacBook Air, what might be the best general use laptop (or even Mac overall) for us all.   This edition of MacVoices is supported by LinkedIn Jobs . Find the right...

Apple's latest hardware releases go under the microscope in our discussion with  Peter Cohen . In Part 1, the discussion starts with Apple's timing in releasing these devices, then digs deep into the Mac mini, who it is for, and why it is a better value in some circumstances than other Macs. Then, Peter tells us why the new iPad Pro is a game changer for so many people, and the one place he doesn'...

Chuck offers five (plus a bonus) tips on how to look and sound better when conducting video conference calls. (And no, they won't cost you any money.)   This edition of MacVoices is supported by LinkedIn Jobs . Find the right person for your business today with LinkedIn Jobs. Visit LinkedIn.com/MacVoices to pay what you want and get the first $50 off. This edition of MacVoices is supported by...

In the second part of our conversation with  Glenn Fleishman , the author of  Take Control of Working from Home Temporarily ,  provides some times for being an effective participant in video and audio conferencing, the services involved, and some hardware that you might want to invest in. He also talks about methods of staying focused and being productive without being at the office. MacVoices is...

Glenn Fleishman has a brand new, very timely, and absolutely free title from   Take Control Books,  Take Control of Working from Home Temporarily .  He taps his experience as a work-from-home freelancer, as well as tips from others in the same situation, to help you adjust to the new working situation that you find yourself in. In this first part of the conversation, Glenn covers setting up your w...

In Part 2 of our conversation with  Oliver Breidenbach , CEO of  Boinx Software  talks about the new FotoMagico for iPad , and the features that make it one of the best photo experiences on that device. Oliver covers their pricing model and their thinking behind it, the iPad requirements to run it, and more. MacVoices is supported by MintMobile. Cut your wireless bill to $15/month at MintMobile.co...

Oliver Breidenbach, CEO of Boinx Software, delivers a preview of an in-development portable hardware streaming product that is based on their video production software, mimoLive. The benefits of that set-up, how the NDI output makes both this solution as well as others easier to set up when doing remote broadcasts, and the status of the mimiLive software you can buy now are all in Part 1 of our co...

Ken Ray of  MacOSKen   fame talks to us about the genesis of his newest show,  In A Few Minutes . He explains why it was tested behind a pay wall before making it public and discusses both the production model and the business model of the show. What In A Few Minutes will deliver going forward, what else is soon to be cooking in the Test Kitchen, and why Johnny Carson is good for podcasting are am...

Chuck outlines five pieces of hardware that he considers essential for the owners of any Mac laptop, from the brand new 16" MacBook Pro down to the MacBook Air, then includes two bonus picks as well. Find out what you should be buying. MacVoices is supported by MintMobile. Cut your wireless bill to $15/month at MintMobile.com/MACVOICES . This edition of MacVoices is supported by Linode , high perf...

Jim Tierney , Chief Executive Anarchist at  Digital Anarchy , is back to update us on the latest version of Transcriptive, the Adobe Premier plugin that delivers time-coded transcriptions. But that's just the start. Jim explains the use cases of the new web-based version that offers your clients the ability to edit the transcript, and therefore, edit the video. Jim discusses why paper editing isn'...

In the new edition of  Take Control of Apple TV ,  Josh Centers addresses the surprising topic of whether you need Apple's set-top box to enjoy the benefits of what it offers. Josh talks about the proliferation and quality of the Apple TV app on smart TVs and other devices, what came and went from the book, and why. How the Control Center may be better than the Siri Remote for controlling the Appl...

Glenn Fleishman  has a brand new book,  Take Control of Home Security Cameras , which goes way behind just buying one and connecting it. Glenn joins us to discuss the origin of the book, some of the factors you need to consider when selecting a camera, and what you can do if you've already got a camera in your home. He also discusses Apple HomeKit Secure Video and what it means for your privacy, a...

In this month's Update, Chuck reviews the status of listener support, asks for feedback on a new idea for Patrons, discusses where to watch the best quality video version of MacVoices, plugs Instagram, and delivers the Support Report. Show Notes: Chuck Joiner is the producer and host of MacVoices . You can catch up with what he's doing on Twitter , Facebook , and LinkedIn . Subscribe to the show:...

Joe Kissell  is back with a new edition of  Take Control of the Mac Command Line with Terminal , the third edition of this book that will help you get comfortable with one of the most mis-understood parts of macOS. Joe explains how Catalina made this new version necessary, and walks us through understanding what the Command Line is and what you can do there. Not sure what the Command Line, a shell...

Mark Fuccio and host  Chuck Joiner both recently pulled the trigger on new 16" MacBook Pros. The discuss how they made their purchases, what configurations they selected, and why. There were also the challenges of migration from their previous laptops, the hardware and software they bought because of the upgrade, and a few challenges along the way. Use their experiences to help you make your own t...

In this Briefing, Chuck reviews the myCharge Hub Turbo , a charger/battery/power bank that hits all the sweet spots that include power, connectivity, price, and convenience. MacVoices is supported by MintMobile. Cut your wireless bill to $15/month at MintMobile.com/MACVOICES . Show Notes: Chuck Joiner is the producer and host of MacVoices . You can catch up with what he's doing on Twitter , Facebo...

Paul Kafasis of Rogue Amoeba   helps us examine the subject of combining licenses for iOS and Mac apps. The development of Mac apps through Catalyst isn't quite as easy as Apple made out, especially if a developer wants to optimize for the Mac platform. Paul discusses the concept from the developer side, contemplating both pricing and the programming involved, what the motivations for both develop...

In this Briefing, Chuck talks about discovering that an Apple dongle can be upgraded to provide additional backward compatibility, and considers that fact in relation to an earlier MacVoices discussion about the obsolescence of our smart home devices. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Linode , high performance cloud hosting and virtual servers for everyone. To take $20 off your first order...

Mike Schmitz ' new course for   The Sweet Setup helps organize and develop your ideas and projects.  Mastering Mind Maps  teaches you how to capture your ideas in a mind map, and then turn them into actionable projects. Mike explains how the course is structured, why it is appropriate for Mac, iPad, and iPhone users, and how it uses one mind mapping app as an example, but can be applied to one of...

David Ginsburg  of In Touch With iOS  made his first trip to CES this year, and joins us to talk about his experiences, how his expectations lined up with reality, and whether he will be headed back next year. He also comments on the impact iOS 13 and iPhones 11 are making, and the pros and cons of combining Mac and iOS license purchases for both developers and end users. This edition of MacVoices...

Adam Engst discusses the state of iOS 13, iPadOS 13 and Catalina, why our smart assistants aren't smart enough (yet), and why he is so steamed up about your data being sold. From Netflix to subscriptions, paragliding to printing address labels, and after 1,500 issues of TidBITS , Adam has a lot to say. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Zapier . Easy automation for busy people. Go to Zapier...

Kirk McElhearn  and host  Chuck Joiner  dig into the  Sonos   smart speaker issue, looking at the past, present, and what we know about the future. They debate the issue of obsolescence in smart home devices and beyond, how manufacturers get paid to keep their tech current, and what you need consider when investing in gear that you plan to use for the indefinite future. This edition of MacVoices i...