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. Despite the stock market's unpredictability, there is anticipation for strong financial results from Apple, especially in i...
Jul 26, 2023•35 min•Season 2023Ep. 23199
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]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV23198.mp3[/embed] This MacVoices is supported by Notion. Do ...
Jul 25, 2023•33 min•Season 2023Ep. 23198
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 weekly newsletter that keeps you up-to-date on any and all MacVoices-related information. Subscribe to...
Jul 19, 2023•17 min•Season 2023Ep. 23197
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 before and after the shows is uncensored, on-topic, off-topic, and always off the wall. Sign up as a M...
Jul 18, 2023•37 min•Season 2023Ep. 23196
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 managing passwords. Joe's book on digital legacy offers more detailed information and even a template yo...
Jul 17, 2023•33 min•Season 2023Ep. 23195
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 personal information and preserving content, such as using the Internet Archive and having a digital exe...
Jul 14, 2023•33 min•Season 2023Ep. 23194
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 Flipboard. Updated daily with the best articles on the web to help you do more with your Apple, access Mac...
Jul 13, 2023•25 min•Season 2023Ep. 23193
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 book aims to guide photographers in approaching their editing process differently. We also touch on Ligh...
Jul 12, 2023•32 min•Season 2023Ep. 23192
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-based masking and denoise features. (Part 1) [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV23191.m...
Jul 11, 2023•36 min•Season 2023Ep. 23191
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 business. The panel also explores Spotify's recent news and changes, including a fine for GDPR violations and th...
Jul 10, 2023•32 min•Season 2023Ep. 23190
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 is supported by Notion. Do your most efficient work with Notion Projects. You can try it ...
Jul 07, 2023•39 min•Season 2023Ep. 23189
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 cover alternative options for Gmail users and workarounds for using Apple Mail with Outlook. Other topics...
Jul 06, 2023•37 min•Season 2023Ep. 23188
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 HelloFresh.com/macvoices50 and use code macvoices50 for 50% off and free shipping! This MacVoices is support...
Jul 05, 2023•38 min•Season 2023Ep. 23187
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 augmented reality (AR), their acquisition of Mira, and the acquisition of Eve Systems by ABB. Also covered ar...
Jul 04, 2023•39 min•Season 2023Ep. 23186
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, touch on Mastodon's advertising potential, and how our expectations of social media platform behaviors have been...
Jul 03, 2023•30 min•Season 2023Ep. 23185
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 discussed. Netflix's entry into the live sports market, and whether it is legitimately interesting ...
Jun 30, 2023•44 min•Season 2023Ep. 23184
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 MacVoices Live! time off, and the Support Report round things out. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoi...
Jun 30, 2023•10 min
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 its broader implications are highlighted and will be included in Marty's presentation at the conferenc...
Jun 29, 2023•30 min•Season 2023Ep. 23182
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 explore shortcuts and unlock their potential benefits. Kolide ensures only secure devices can access your...
Jun 28, 2023•24 min•Season 2023Ep. 23181
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. Joe also also touched on the challenges of saving Passkeys in third-party tools and the ongoing work...
Jun 26, 2023•30 min•Season 2023Ep. 23179
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 commerce. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available all Patr...
Jun 23, 2023•45 min•Season 2023Ep. 23178
In the second part of this MacVoices Live! session, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanagan-Arthurs, and Guy Serle discuss Apple TV+ and its various hit shows. They begin by reviewing and appreciating the show Silo for its writing, performances, and overall success. They also cover Shrinking, Sharper, and how Apple TV+ has become a success in spite of a lack of promotion. Disney and Hulu merging and the impact of sports on the stream...
Jun 22, 2023•25 min•Season 2023Ep. 23177
In the first part of this MacVoices Live!, host Chuck Joiner starts by explaining the questionable quality of his audio due to a fusion drive death. David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Jim Ray, Ben Roethig, Webb Bixby, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanagan-Arthurs, and Guy Serle discuss the launch of the Apple Music Classical streaming service on Android but not on iPadOS and Mac.The conversation then shifts to discuss the discontinuation of My Photo Stream and options available for photo storage. The panel explo...
Jun 21, 2023•30 min•Season 2023Ep. 23176
Next up on The Road to Macstock is something different. Wally Cherwinski explains how any attendee can be part of the conference by participating in the Macstock Film Festival. The subject can be something you care about, an activity you like to engage in, or something totally unique. Wally provides some suggestions and inspiration, and how to submit your entry. This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Magazine , our free magazine on Flipboard. Updated daily with the best articles on ...
Jun 20, 2023•29 min•Season 2023Ep. 23175
Our conversation with Rachel Schmitz on The Road to Macstock outlines her unique approach to the conference's topic of "Learn". How living with a geek "rubs off", lessons from how she and husband Mike Schmitz are raising their family in an intentional way, with different approaches to learning and creativity, and more are all part of a different kind of discussion. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices Dispatch, our weekly newsletter that keeps you up-to-date on any and al...
Jun 19, 2023•36 min•Season 2023Ep. 23174
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, and Guy Serle conclude this MacVoices Live! session with a look at a new investigation into Apple in France, the largest fine ever levied against Facebook in the EU, and why Montana's legislation to ban TikTok was so ill-conceived. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available all Patrons of MacVoices. Sign up at Patreon.com/macvoices . Show Notes: Links: Apple hit with new investigation over 'dec...
Jun 16, 2023•37 min
The MacVoices Live! discussion turns to Apple's recent App Store purge of outdated files. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, and Guy Serle discuss the logic behind it, and why more than just old files are no more. Resistance to Apple Pay has some panel members fired up, and Warren Buffet's divestiture of TSMC stock concerned. (Part 2) 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 ...
Jun 15, 2023•39 min•Season 2023Ep. 23172
This MacVoices Live panel starts out with Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet and Guy Serle mourning the final closing of the door on Drobo. An innovator in mass storage devices that were flexible and reliable, Drobo was ahead of its time. The panel contemplates what happened, from the expansion of cloud storage to business practices, as well as what products might take its place for you. (Part 1) This MacVoices is supported by Notion. Do your most efficient work with ...
Jun 14, 2023•31 min•Season 2023Ep. 23171
Mike Schmitz is our next speaker interview on The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo . Our discussions with Mike are always thought-provoking, and this one is no less so. Mike explains how his session will focus on Personal Knowledge Management (PKM) which may sound imposing, but is a process that anyone can put into practice to organize and accomplish what they want and need to. This MacVoices is supported by Notion. Do your most efficient work with Notion Projects. You can try it for free to...
Jun 13, 2023•39 min•Season 2023Ep. 23170
Our conversation with Jeff Carlson, the author of Take Control of Managing Your Files from Take Control Books, continues with more on the upsides and downsides of using online file storage services like Dropbox and iCloud, especially in relation to backups. Your files might be included on your backup and they might not. (Part 2) [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV23169.mp3[/embed] This MacVoices is supported by Notion. Do your most efficient work with Notion Projects. You can try it ...
Jun 12, 2023•26 min•Season 2023Ep. 23169
