MacVoices

Apple's announcement of their quarterly results means we talk to  Mark Fuccio about yet another new record-setting quarter, the coverage Apple gets from the financial press, how the coronavirus is and may affect them in the future. We also dig into the Trillion Dollar Club and where its members do and don't compete, and what 5G will and won't do. [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV2008...

After completing 77 interviews from CES, this month's update is short. Chuck asks for your feedback, requests your thoughts on a possible new project, and reviews 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: iTunes: - Audio in iTunes - Video in iTunes  - HD Vi...

MacVoices #20079: Jeff Gamet On Apple TV+, Streaming Video, and Evaluating Apple Jeff Gamet gets us back on a regular schedule with a discussion that starts with how Apple is being evaluated and his experience with Apple TV+. Other topics covered include what is missing in the streaming video space, Jeff's new MacBook Pro 16", and the possibility of a new podcast. LinkedIn This edition of MacVoice...

We wrap up or CES coverage after seventy-seven individual interviews. Chuck and Cameraman/Sherpa/Show Floor Samurai Norbert Frassa  review some of the highlights of the show, a few of their favorite interviews, and offer some suggestions for CES exhibitors to get more out of their time at and after the show. This edition of MacVoices is supported by LInkedIn Jobs . Find the right person for your b...

At CES in Las Vegas,  Cindy Kuo , Global Marketing Director for Amaryllo , told us about their two CES Innovation Awards, their voice-controlled security camera, another security camera that integrates with your home lighting, and the fact that their cameras feature 256-bit encryption. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Linode , high performance cloud hosting and virtual servers for everyon...

At CES in Las Vegas, Aryal Smith , Marketing Director for AfterShokz , told us about their latest bone conduction headphone model, Aeropex. The new model is their lightest yet, with enhanced audio and an IP67 waterproof rating. Find out why this may be the open-air headphone for you. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Linode , high performance cloud hosting and virtual servers for everyone....

At CES in Las Vegas, our annual visit with  Satechi gave us look at their extensive collection of accessories.  Austin Reitsch , Domestic Account Executive, walked us through a new of their latest products, including a charging pad, new keyboards, a Mac mini dock, a dual-HDMI USB-C adapter, and more. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Linode , high performance cloud hosting and virtual serv...

At CES in Las Vegas, one of our favorite new products was demonstrated by  Andrea Tellatin , CEO of  Twinkly . Their smart holiday lights can be wrapped around any object, 2D or 3D, and then programmed using their app with either pre-made designs or your own custom idea. Even better, you can feed any image or even video to the app to display on your tree or bushes or wherever you put the lights. A...

At CES in Las Vegas,  Brydge was showing off their keyboards for your iPads, but with something new. With iOS 13, iPads can now support trackpads, and Brydge has you covered.  April de Haan , Head of Marketing, shows off the new  products and discusses their availability. [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV20073.mp3[/embed] This edition of MacVoices is supported by Linode , high perfor...

At CES in Las Vegas, farm tech was on display in a big way in the  John Deere   booth.  Joel Hergenreter , Manager Program Management at John Deere Intelligent Solutions Group, talked about the sophistication of their equipment, what it can do, and how it makes their customers more efficient. Suddenly, self-driving cars seem a little less impressive. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Linod...

At CES in Las Vegas, Greg Appelhof , President of AirSelfie , showed off their line of flying cameras that not only can be controlled by their app, but also by hand gestures.  Mark Ahern,  Business Development Specialist, demos those gestures, Greg talks about how they have made entry into their devices even more affordable, and we even find out what happens when the camera doesn't recognize you....

At CES in Las Vegas, we learned about a process that can make your phone or tablet waterproof.  Tom Fisher Solutions Engineering Director for  Favored Tech , explained how their coating can be applied by original equipment manufacturers, how it can be varied to improve the degree of water protection, and what cost it adds to the device. Seeing a phone running, connected to power and underwater, ma...

At CES in Las Vegas,  Scosche was showing off a wide variety of new products.  Augie Rodriguez , National Trainer for Scosche, talked about their new BaseLynx modular charging doc that can accommodate all of your Apple devices. Augiie also covered their new MagicMount iPhone vent mount for your car that features built-in wireless charging and an automatic gripping mechanism. This edition of MacVoi...

At CES in Las Vegas,  PowerVision was flying a drone through a shower of water.  Chris Leigh , Regional Sales Director, who was flying the drone, explained how it not only can fly during a heavy rain, but can take off and land from the water, and also has multi-function capabilities. It can convert to an AI video cam that has the same tracking capabilities in your had as it does in flight. Chris t...

At CES in Las Vegas,  Audio-Technica   was showing off a long list of new products.  Bob Peet , Marketing Manager - Home Audio, took us through just a few, including two sets of True Wireless earphones, new microphones that are perfect for the content creator, and "wood headphones" that look as good as they sound. Bob digs into some of the specifics of each to help you understand the value they re...

At CES in Las Vegas,  Flic was demonstrating their smart button that can not only do what the smart speakers do, but can do more.  Maria Campo , Marketing & Sales Admin, explains why you need to add their buttons to your smart home. Supporting Zappier and IFTTT along with existing systems, find out why it might be easier to push a button than shouting at a speaker to control your home. [embed]http...

At CES in Las Vegas, we saw lots of earphones, but nothing exactly like  Loop Earplugs . Co-Founder  Maarten Bodewes talks about how his personal experience led him to co-found the company, why you won't be embarrassed to wear their earplugs, and how they make sure you get the perfect fit to protect your hearing. This edition of MacVoices is sponsored by Smile , the makers of PDFpen   and PDFpenPr...

At CES in Las Vegas,  POW Audio was showing off a very different kind of audio device.  Evan O'Brien , VP of Marketing ,  demonstrated their collapsable speaker line that redefines the balance of portability and audio quality. A CES Innovation winner, they have speakers that float, that pair for stereo (even in the pool), and that have a place anywhere you need a speaker. This edition of MacVoices...

At CES in Las Vegas,  Eric Chen , CEO for bellus3D , explains show their new seven-camera rig can scan your head in three seconds, delivering improved resolution over their previous products, and the kinds of products that can be custom-fitted to you. Applications in sleep masks, dentistry, and eyesore are just a few of the examples of what this can mean for you. [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/m...

At CES in Las Vegas, STM introduced two new products that caught our eye. Head of Marketing & Branding Tracy Smith demonstrated the variation on their Dux case that introduces a "grip" for your iPad to improve the ergonomics of holding your it for extended periods of time, also functions as a stand, and facilitates use in industrial environments. Their Charge Tree does vertical rather than horizon...

At CES in Las Vegas, Eli MacKinnon , the Director of Communications for Insta360 , profiled their newest product that is modular, giving you amazing flexibility to turn it from a 4K action camera to a 360-degree camera, to a very capable standard camera. Eli also talks about how they partnered with Leica to have the best possible lens for the Insta360 One R. This edition of MacVoices is sponsored...

At CES in Las Vegas, we caught up with  Bryn Brooker , Head of Marketing for Nextbase , who gave us a rundown of just a few of their dash cam models that run from the basic up to their latest, a 4K dash cam that can capture up to 120 FPS and features "what3words". Bryn explains what that means and how it improves your safety, their modular approach to adding capabilities, their magnetic mounts, an...

At CES in Las Vegas, CEO and Artist Founder  Cyril Nardon of  ArtDesignPainting demonstrated their system of making a piece of art interactive from an information perspective, and how they capture and evaluate reactions to that art. 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...

At CES in Las Vegas, TrueDrive offers a low-cost driving monitoring and safety solution.  Patrick Bailey explains how it works, the kinds of information it delivers, and how it can restrict use of your phone automatically to help keep you safe. 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 o...

At CES in Las Vegas, we saw another option for controling not only your garage door, but also you're gates.  Ben Kurucso,  Co-Founder of Remootio , explained how their device works, where it stands with HomeKit, and how you can get one. 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 MacVoi...