In Part 2 of our MacVoices Live! panel discussion on Apple's "One More Thing" event, the panel of David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Frank Petrie, Kelly Guimont, Guy Serle, Warren Sklar, Brittany Smith and Mike T. Rose cover the power of the M1 Macs, where they fit in a pro workflow, and whether they are the perfect machines to get the user base transition going. PC emulation is still up in the air, and the group has some thoughts on picking the right computer for the job, then starts a discussion of w...
Nov 12, 2020•39 min•Season 2020Ep. 20256
Hours after Apple's third event of Fall 2020, "One More Thing", the panel of David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Frank Petrie, Kelly Guimont, Guy Serle, Warren Sklar, Brittany Smith and Mike T. Rose got together on MacVoices Live! to discuss the new MacBook, MacBook Pro 13", and Mac mini that are based on the new M1 chip. In Part 1, the selection of the predominately consumer level Macs for the new chip, the timing of the release, and some initial reactions lead the conversation. This edition of MacVoic...
Nov 11, 2020•38 min•Season 2020Ep. 20255
The second part of our "Open Mic Night" on MacVoices saw the panel of David Ginsburg, Frank Petrie, and Kelly Guimont joined by Guy Serle, Mike T. Rose, and Brittany Smith to trade video recording tips, audio editing war stories, and the highly anticipated Apple Silicon Macs. Find out the different thinking that the panel tosses around when making their buying decisions for friends, family, and themselves. (Part 2 of 2) This edition of MacVoices is sponsored by SaneBox , the best way to take con...
Nov 10, 2020•45 min•Season 2020Ep. 20254
The most recent edition of MacVoices Live! was "Open Mic Night", and the panel took advantage of it to discuss a wide variety of topics, starting off with the iPhone 12. David Ginsburg, Frank Petrie, and Kelly Guimont covered their iPhone 12 buying plans, what gear they already have on order (or in hand) and what else might be on the shopping list. (Part 1 of 2) This edition of MacVoices is sponsored by SaneBox , the best way to take control of your out-of control-email. To get $25 credit when y...
Nov 09, 2020•35 min•Season 2020Ep. 20253
In the second part of our discussion with Josh Centers about the 1.3 version of his Take Control of Apple Home Automation , we get his take on the new interface changes to the Home app in iOS 14, and get a few more recommendations on what HomeKit devices to buy, and how to evaluate them. This edition of MacVoices is supported by our Patreon campaign members and our PayPal Donation members. If you find value in MacVoices, please consider helping sponsor the show, and our ongoing efforts to bring ...
Nov 06, 2020•23 min•Season 2020Ep. 20252
Josh Centers has updated his Take Control of Apple Home Automation to version 1.3, adding the latest information on making the most of your HomeKit-based devices. In the first part of our conversation Josh talks about updates to HomeKit Secure Video and the supported cameras, provides some guidance on what devices and what brands he likes and avoids, and explains his approach to writing about this topic. (Part 1 of 2) MacVoices Magazine , our free magazine on Flipboard, helps you do more with yo...
Nov 05, 2020•25 min•Season 2020Ep. 20251
The second part of our MacVoices Live! panel with featured guest Mike Schmitz, and a rambunctious panel of Jeff Gamet, David Ginsburg, Frank Patrie, Kelly Guimont, and Brittany Smith continue the discussion of productivity systems, why analog systems are so popular with the group, and how the iPad sometimes fits, sometimes doesn't. Why moving data between systems should be avoided, why computers can misdirect our efforts, and how Chuck finally re-took control of the conversation wrap up this inf...
Nov 04, 2020•39 min•Season 2020Ep. 20250
Mike Schmitz, our featured guest on a recent MacVoices Live!, surprised everyone when he said he trashed all his productivity systems and started over at the beginning of the pandemic. Mike, along with the panel of Jeff Gamet, David Ginsburg, Frank Patrie, Kelly Guimont and Brittany Smith, dug into the topic, discussing their own personal productivity tools and methods. Surprise: many of them are not digital! (Part 1 of 2) LinkedInJobs This edition of MacVoices is supported by LinkedIn Jobs. Fin...
Nov 03, 2020•37 min•Season 2020Ep. 20249
Just hours after the Apple 4th quarter earnings call, Mark Fuccio and host Chuck Joiner connected to discuss Apple's performance, the analysts reactions, and why some of it was surprising. Factors influencing Apple's performance, their messaging, and one item that seems to be largely overlooked by the tech press were on the agenda. [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/V20248.mp3[/embed] This edition of MacVoices is supported by LinkedIn Jobs. Find the right person for your business today...
Nov 02, 2020•34 min•Season 2020Ep. 20248
The second part of our MacVoices Live! discussion with featured guest Mike T. Rose and the panel of David Ginsburg, Frank Petrie, Mark Fuccio, and Brittany Smith continues with more about the DOJ action against Google and what it means for Apple, whether selecting a search engine is really what users want to do, and how the HomePod compares to Amazon and Google devices. MacVoices Magazine , our free magazine on Flipboard, helps you do more with your Apple tech. Show Notes: Guests: Michael T. Ros...
Oct 30, 2020•37 min•Season 2020Ep. 247
Featured guest Mike T. Rose joined the panel of David Ginsburg, Frank Petrie, Mark Fuccio, Warren Sklar, Brittany Smith, and Joe Russell for the first part of a MacVoices Live! discussion about 5G. Is it a driver of iPhone 12 purchases? Will it live up to the hype? Will it make a difference to you, me, or anyone? We also talk about buying and selling your iPhone vs Apple's upgrade plan, and start a conversation about the DOJ action against Google. (Part 1) [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclev...
Oct 29, 2020•37 min•Season 2020Ep. 20246
The third and final part of our virtual visit with Adam Engst of TidBITS , and the Apple CIDER user group gets into more questions and answers, with topics ranging from iPhone configurations, Tesla, sci-fi influencing tech design, AirPods vs. AirPods Pro, and why Adam thinks we will see another Apple event before the year is out. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Linode , high performance cloud hosting and virtual servers for everyone. Sign up for your free account and get $100 in credit...
Oct 28, 2020•39 min•Season 2020Ep. 20245
The second part of our conversation with Adam Engst of TidBITS , and the Apple CIDER user group of New York continued our discussion of 5G, got Adam's take on MagSafe, and touched on the charger/headphone debate from both the cost and the environmental perspectives. Design changes in the iPhone 12 and more audience questions round out the session. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Linode , high performance cloud hosting and virtual servers for everyone. Sign up for your free acc...
Oct 27, 2020•34 min•Season 2020Ep. 244
We make another Apple User Group virtual visit with Adam Engst of TidBITS , this time to Apple CIDER in New York. Adam and Chuck discuss the Apple product announcements that included the HomePod mini and four different flavors of iPhone 12, and start to examine the importance of the inclusion of 5G. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Linode , high performance cloud hosting and virtual servers for everyone. Sign up for your free account and get $100 in credit at Linode.com/macvoic...
Oct 26, 2020•38 min•Season 2020Ep. 20243
In Part 2 of our MacVoices Live! conversation with featured guest Peter Cohen and the panel of Jeff Gamet, David Ginsburg, and Brittany Smith, we continue to discuss the attacks on Apple about its app store policies, and talk about what it will take for a foldable phone to become popular. One panel member even dares to speculate on exactly what is needed for that to happen. (Part 2 of 2) [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV20242.mp3[/embed] This edition of MacVoices is sponsored by Sm...
Oct 24, 2020•33 min•Season 2020Ep. 242
After too long an absence, Peter Cohen joined us for a recent MacVoices Live!, along with Jeff Gamet, Mark Fuccio, David Ginsburg, and Brittany Smith. Peter social media posts are always thought-provoking, even if you don't agree with his position. He discusses the inspiration for his insights and provides some guidance on what not to do, then dissects the controversy stirred up (or not) by the Coalition for App Fairness . The panel looks at the group's agenda and intent, and the implications fo...
Oct 23, 2020•32 min•Season 2020Ep. 20241
In the second part of our discussion with Manton Reece and Jean MacDonald of Micro.blog and Jonathan Hays of Sunlit , their ability to make creating a podcast presence simple, how hosting works, and why they see it as a place to exercise your audio creativity as part of the Micro.blog. Manton and Jonathan discuss how the service handles your photos when they are uploaded, why it is perfect for sharing, and why it shouldn't be considered a backup or archive. This edition of MacVoices is sponsored...
Oct 21, 2020•25 min•Season 2020Ep. 240
Manton Reece and Jean MacDonald of Micro.blog and Jonathan Hays of Sunlit have joined forces to bring photo sharing to the Micro.blog service, and join us to talk about this new enhancement. In Part 1, Manton starts us off by discussing some of the newest features in the latest update to the social media/microblogging platform, and Jean explains why they haven't had to implement heavy-handed security to keep the service a pleasant one to use. Jonathan then explains how Sunlit integrates with Mic...
Oct 20, 2020•36 min•Season 2020Ep. 20239
In the October 2020 update, Chuck talks about MacVoices Live! and the length of MacVoices shows delivers the Support Report, and takes a few minutes to comment on the evolution of MacVoices on the fifteenth anniversary of the show. Show Notes: Links: MacVoices TV Legacy on YouTube MacVoices Archives (includes MacNotables, The MacJury, MacVoicesTV and MacVoices) Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Conn...
Oct 19, 2020•17 min•Season 2020Ep. 238
The third and final part of our discussion about Apple's "Hi, Speed" event with the panel of David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Kelly Guimont, Ken Ray, Brittany Smith, and Frederick Van Johnson touches on the cell carrier's motivations surrounding 5G, why Verizon was on stage, the $30 difference in iPhone prices, and what you need to know if you plan to move between carriers. MagSafe had some members excited, others not so much, but everyone is agrees we aren't done with Apple events for 2...
Oct 16, 2020•38 min•Season 2020Ep. 20237
Our All-Star panel of MacVoices Live!, David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Kelly Guimont, Ken Ray, Brittany Smith, Frederick Van Johnson, continued the discussion of Apple's "Hi, Speed" event, shifting over to the iPhone 12. Questions over who the audience is for which iPhone models, when it is time to upgrade, and whether the Pro version is appropriate for production work. We touch on the 5G capability, what the DSLR camera's place is in an iPhone world, how to decide what to get. [embed]h...
Oct 15, 2020•33 min•Season 2020Ep. 20236
An All-Star panel gathered to talk about Apple's "Hi, Speed" event as part of MacVoices Live!, David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Jeff GametKelly Guimont, Ken Ray, Brittany Smith, Frederick Van Johnson and host Chuck Joiner start the review with an extensive discussion of HomePod mini. Find out who will be ordering it on Day 1 and who is playing the wait-and-see game. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Linode , high performance cloud hosting and virtual servers for everyone. Sign up fo...
Oct 14, 2020•36 min•Season 2020Ep. 20235
The second part of our conversation with Jeff Carlson about the new edition of Take Control of Apple Watch , focuses on the new blood oxygen sensor capabilities, the benefits of the ability to share watch faces, and of course, the hand washing alerts. Jeff also picks two apps as examples of how the evolution of watchOS is bringing us new capabilities. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Linode , high performance cloud hosting and virtual servers for everyone. Sign up for your free account ...
Oct 13, 2020•28 min•Season 2020Ep. 20234
Jeff Carlson, Take Control Books ' resident Apple Watch expert, has updated Take Control of Apple Watch for both Apple Watch 6 and watchOS 7, and shares some new and important information. From sleep tracking and a more pleasant way to wake up using your Apple Watch to the many benefits of Family Setup. [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV20233.mp3[/embed] This edition of MacVoices is supported by Linode , high performance cloud hosting and virtual servers for everyone. Sign up for yo...
Oct 13, 2020•34 min•Season 2020Ep. 20223
Our MacVoices Live! Open Mic Night session with David Ginsburg, Frank Petrie, Kelly Guimont, Brittany Smith, and Guy Serle shifted to our reflections on the loss of guitar legend Eddie Van Halen, and then got serious about the conclusions drawn by the U.S. House Judiciary Antitrust Subcommittee about tech companies, including Apple. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Linode , high performance cloud hosting and virtual servers for everyone. Sign up for your free account and get $100 in cre...
Oct 12, 2020•37 min•Season 2020Ep. 20232
In the first part of this MacVoices Live!, the panel of David Ginsburg, Frank Petrie, Kelly Guimont, Brittany Smith, and Guy Serle talked about what Apple Stores are open before succumbing to the temptation to speculate on Apple's October 13 event. Much of the discussion centered on, of all things, the rumored HomePod mini. Find out why the group was so excited by the possibility, and where they see such a device fitting in to Apple's product line. (1) [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelte...
Oct 09, 2020•31 min•Season 2020Ep. 20231
Part 2 of our discussion with The Mac Observer's Daily Observations Podcast hosts Bryan Chaffin, Kelly Guimont, and John Martellaro about Apple's relationship and obligations to its competitors, investors, and users wraps up in this episode. More examples from other industries, and why they may or may not apply to the App Store and Apple's platform, the options competitors have, and why the legal, realistic, and idealistic positions don't, and probably can't, line up. This edition of MacVoices i...
Oct 08, 2020•30 min•Season 2020Ep. 20230
Some recent comments on The Mac Observer's Daily Observations Podcast led to this debate on Apple's relationship to its competitors with Bryan Chaffin, Kelly Guimont, and John Martellaro. In Part 1, we frame the question of whether Apple has obligations to its competitors to level the playing field when it comes to access to the iPhone as both a services platform and as a payment platform, and whether Apple's financial resources should be considered in answering the questions. This edition of Ma...
Oct 07, 2020•36 min•Season 2020Ep. 20229
Jim Tierney, the Chief Anarchist at Digital Anarchy , is back to announce the Transcriptive web site is now live and out of beta. Jim talks about why now is the time for Transcriptive to become available to everyone, how it works, and what results you can expect. That includes some tips on being realistic in those expectations, both from an audio recording quality perspective as well as from the transcription perspective. Transcriptive isn't just for video editors; Jim details how you can get us...
Oct 06, 2020•33 min•Season 2020Ep. 20228
Part 2 of our MacVoices Live! conversation with featured guest Brett Terpstra and the panel of David Ginsburg and Brittany Smith continues with more debate over subscription models, notifications of subscriptions, upgrades, and where SetApp fits into the picture. (Part 2 of 2) [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV20226.mp3[/embed] 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 pa...
Oct 05, 2020•36 min•Season 2020Ep. 20227
