Charlotte Henry helps us understand why Apple's Oscar win is so important for its place in the entertainment industry. As if hit series weren't enough, the Oscar is a stepping stone to even more credibility, bigger projects, and a confirmed place in the stream services race. Charlotte provides the perspective, then turns her attention to another Apple TV+ project, Friday night baseball. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Kolide. Get important, timely, and relevant security recomm...
Apr 12, 2022•28 min•Season 2022Ep. 22072
Kirk McElhearn has authored the second edition of Take Control of Audio Hijack for Take Control Books that covers the newest edition of Rogue Amoeba's audio utility, version 4. Our discussion starts with some of the use cases that both Kirk and Chuck have encountered, including the benefits of Audio Hijack for podcasting and education. Then, Kirk talks about the ease of getting started, some of the new features that make Audio Hijack even more valuable, and why it is perfect for anyone who wants...
Apr 11, 2022•29 min•Season 2022Ep. 22071
Guy Serle, David Ginsburg, Jeff Butts, Warren Sklar, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Kelly Guimont finish off the MacVoices Live! discussion of monitors before turning their attention to MacPaw's SpyBuster software, and the amazingly heroic work they and so many other Apple developers are doing. That work isn't just software related - it includes humanitarian efforts that go above and beyond. Then, for a little something different, the panel starts to pick some of their favorite non-tech podcasts. (Par...
Apr 05, 2022•33 min•Season 2022Ep. 22067
This is the second part of our sample MacVoices After Dark. The conversations before and after each MacVoices Live! show are completely spontaneous, so you never know what you will get, and that's part of the fun. WARNING: unlike our regular shows, MVAD is uncensored, on- and off-topic, and the topics are always a surprise. If you like what you hear and see, become Patron of MacVoices at any level and get access to each and every one! This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack...
Apr 01, 2022•23 min•Season 2022Ep. 22070
We often reference MacVoices After Dark during the live shows and in the support spots. That makes us way overdue to give you a sample MacVoices After Dark. Find out what goes on before and after the MacVoices Live! sessions. WARNING: unlike our regular shows, MVAD is uncensored, on- and off-topic, and the topics are always a surprise. If you like what you hear and see, become Patron of MacVoices at any level and get access to each and every one! This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by th...
Apr 01, 2022•23 min•Season 2022Ep. 22069
The MacVoices Live! panel finishes up this session with more picks of their non-tech podcasts. Guy Serle, David Ginsburg, Jeff Butts, Warren Sklar, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Kelly Guimont have some very interesting, off-beat picks, and the Chat Room chimed in with some of their own. (Part 3) 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 today and don't miss a thing. Sho...
Apr 01, 2022•31 min•Season 2022Ep. 22068
A recent MacVoices Live! discussion started off with the revelation that the new Apple Studio Display has 64 GB of RAM and is running iOS. The obvious questions? Why? What can it do now? What might it be able to do in the future. The panel of Guy Serle, David Ginsburg, Jeff Butts, Warren Sklar, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Kelly Guimont have plenty of thoughts. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices After Dark , available to all Patreon supporters. Uncensored, off-topic, and al...
Apr 01, 2022•34 min•Season 2022Ep. 22066
Adam Engst is back to finish off our discussion of maps, map technology, and its obvious and not-so-obvious uses. Do you know what three words describe where you are at any given moment? We talk about some of the alternatives to location identification that are out there, but that haven't quite caught on yet. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available to MacVoices patrons of all levels. Connect with MacVoices on a different level! Sign up at Patreon.com/mac...
Mar 26, 2022•32 min•Season 2022Ep. 22065
Adam Engst of TidBITS discusses some interesting use cases that the major map apps don't address. If you are a runner, a walker or a hiker, Adam explains why the needs, and the solutions, are different, and picks some of his favorites.ways that he uses maps that many of us wouldn't think about. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices After Dark , our newest benefit for all Patreon supporters. Uncensored, off-topic, and always off the wall. Show Notes: Links: MapMyRide MapMyR...
Mar 26, 2022•29 min•Season 2022Ep. 22064
Our MacVoices Live ! discussion of cord cutting with David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet wraps up with an examination of the local channels aspect of eliminating cable and some of the online options that might solve the issue. Streaming specialized sports, localized news and why it might not be all that it is cracked up to be, and severe weather alerts are all considerations before you make your decision. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Zocdoc. Find local doctors who t...
Mar 26, 2022•35 min•Season 2022Ep. 22063
The conversation about the new Universal Control feature in macOS continues as David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet discuss how they will use it, how it works, and why it may be a game-changer for at least one panel member. Then, the discussion turns to cord cutting as the group shares both experiences and tips that range from getting more out of your cable if you don't cut the cord, to the best way to remotely control all your devices. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is suppo...
Mar 26, 2022•35 min•Season 2022Ep. 22062
Josh Centers has launched a new web site that all of us should consult at one time or another. Apple Buying Advice covers the major Apple product lines, and is being expanded as new products and revisions are released. Josh talks about the genesis of the site, digs deep into how he approaches recommendations, and the variety of M1 Macs now available. We also cover his thoughts on the Mac Studio, the Studio Display and some of the other Apple product lines. [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclev...
Mar 25, 2022•42 min•Season 2022Ep. 22060
The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet discuss their experiences with all of the software updates that Apple released at once. While most things went smoothly, there were some bumps in the road. A new Siri voice was introduced which some are using and some are not, and the start of a deep discussion of Universal Control begins. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Zocdoc. Find local doctors who take your insurance at Zocdoc.com/macvoices ....
Mar 25, 2022•36 min•Season 2022Ep. 22061
This month, Chuck talks a possible interruption to the MacVoices publication schedule, discusses User Group visits, delivers the Support Report, and reminds viewers and listeners of some of the other features of MacVoices. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Facebook: http://www....
Mar 24, 2022•7 min•Season 2022Ep. 22059
David Ginsburg, Jay Miller, Andrew Orr, Kelly Guimont, and Jim Rea finish off the MacVoices Live! discussion of the past, present, and future of Apple news reporting by covering how podcasting has changed the information delivery landscape. Anyone can now pick up a microphone and have a podcast. Anyone can turn on their camera and publish a YouTube channel. Both potentially complete with journalists, especially tech journalists. How will that affect your consumption of Apple news? (Part 3) MacVo...
Mar 21, 2022•37 min•Season 2022Ep. 22058
David Ginsburg, Jay Miller, Andrew Orr, Kelly Guimont, and Jim Rea continue the MacVoices Live! discussion of how Apple news coverage and commentary have changed…why it was different to start out with and why that difference continues right through today. How does the evolution change how the audience gets its Apple news, and how it is being delivered? How does that affect a young journalists's aspirations? (Part 2) Truebill MacVoices is supported by Truebill. Get control of your subscriptions a...
Mar 21, 2022•34 min•Season 2022Ep. 22057
David Ginsburg, Jay Miller, Andrew Orr, Kelly Guimont, and Jim Rea finish off the MacVoices Live! discussion of the past, present, and future of Apple news reporting by covering how podcasting has changed the information delivery landscape. Anyone can now pick up a microphone and have a podcast. Anyone can turn on their camera and publish a YouTube channel. Both potentially complete with journalists, especially tech journalists. How will that affect your consumption of Apple news? (Part 3) MacVo...
Mar 21, 2022•34 min•Season 2022Ep. 22056
In our quest to better appreciate black and white (monochrome) photograph, Kirk McElhearn both talks about and shows some revealing examples of his own work. They perfectly illustrate some of the points Kirk makes, and helps us understand why what we might feel is less is actually more. Get ready…you are going to want to experiment with black and white photography yourself. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices Dispatch, our weekly newsletter that keeps you up-to-...
Mar 18, 2022•21 min•Season 2022Ep. 22055
Kirk McElhearn takes on the task of helping us understand and appreciate the appeal of black and white (monochrome) photography. In the first part of our conversation, Kirk talks about being a monochrome photography enthusiast, shows off a special camera, and how a background in non-digital photography and developing helped him appreciate it. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by our Patreon supporters. Get access to the MacVoices Slack and MacVoices After Dark by joining in at...
Mar 17, 2022•21 min•Season 2022Ep. 22054
Our conversation with Adam Engst, Jeff Gamet, and the MacinTech User Group concludes with some of the other announcements from Apple's "Peek Performance" event that included Apple TV+ programming, baseball, and how we would like to see the power of the M1 Ultra used. We also find out a bit more about hour hosts user group. MacVoices is supported by New Relic. Get access to the whole New Relic platform and 100GB of data free, forever – no credit card required! Sign up at NewRelic.com/macvoices . ...
Mar 16, 2022•37 min•Season 2022Ep. 22053
Our conversation with Adam Engst, Jeff Gamet, and the MacinTech User Group turned to the star announcements of Apple's "Peek Performance" event, the M1 Ultra, the Mac Studio, and the Studio Display. The technical aspects of the announcements were touched upon, as was the question of who these products are for. (Part 2) MacVoices is supported by New Relic. Get access to the whole New Relic platform and 100GB of data free, forever – no credit card required! Sign up at NewRelic.com/macvoices . MacV...
Mar 15, 2022•35 min•Season 2022Ep. 22052
On the same day that Apple held their "Peek Performance" event, Adam Engst, Jeff Gamet, and Chuck Joiner made a MacVoices virtual visit to the MacinTech User Group in Colorado. The conversation started out with the iPhone and iPad announcements. The iPhone SE has plenty of power, and raises the bar for the lower end phones. The new iPad Air narrows the gap with the iPad Pro series. Find out how the group felt about the improvements to both. (Part 1) MacVoices is supported by New Relic. Get acces...
Mar 14, 2022•32 min•Season 2022Ep. 22051
Our MacVoices Live! discussion of the new Mac Studio, Studio Display, and the M1 Ultra wrap up with a conversation of the apparent change in design philosophy that this and some of the other more recent port additions seem to indicate. What could the Apple Silicon Mac Pro offer that the Mac Studio doesn't? What does the current Mac Pro offer that the Mac Studio doesn't? The panel of Mike T. Rose, David Ginsburg, Frank Petrie, Andrew Orr, Mark Fuccio, Guy Serle, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, and Kelly...
Mar 11, 2022•33 min•Season 2022Ep. 22050
The discussion of Apple's 'Peak Performance' event continues as the MacVoices Live! panel of Mike T. Rose, David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Frank Petrie, Andrew Orr, Mark Fuccio, Guy Serle, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, and Kelly Guimont examine the power of the M1 Ultra, the design of the new Studio Display, and the utility of the new Mac Studio. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Headspace. Meditation made simple. Get one month of guided meditation free when you visit Headspace.com/MacVo...
Mar 10, 2022•34 min•Season 2022Ep. 22049
The discussion of Apple's 'Peak Performance' event continues as the MacVoices Live! panel of Mike T. Rose, David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Frank Petrie, Andrew Orr, Mark Fuccio, Guy Serle, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, and Kelly Guimont examine the power of the M1 Ultra, the design of the new Studio Display, and the utility of the new Mac Studio. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Headspace. Meditation made simple. Get one month of guided meditation free when you visit Headspace.com/MacVo...
Mar 10, 2022•34 min•Season 2022Ep. 22049
Just hours after Apple's Peak Performance event, the MacVoices Live! panel of Mike T. Rose, David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Frank Petrie, Andrew Orr, Mark Fuccio, Guy Serle, Jim Rea, and Brittany Smith got together to share their impressions of the announcements. We started off with the iPhone SE, and why it is an exciting upgrade, even if you are not in the market for it. Then, we take on the updates to the iPad Air, what the feature differences are between the iPad Air and the iPad Pro, and debate...
Mar 09, 2022•35 min•Season 2022Ep. 22048
We all want privacy on the Internet, but does that include a right to anonymity? Charlotte Henry discusses the fallout around the revealing of the identities of the Bored Ape Yacht Club by Buzzfeed, and the journalistic considerations involved. We cover not only the responsibilities of the journalist, but also of her site, and the retributions against both after the story ran. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Headspace. Meditation made simple. Get one month of guided meditation...
Mar 08, 2022•35 min•Season 2022Ep. 22047
Charlotte Henry joins us to talk about how the media approaches covering conflicts such as the war in Ukraine. Why are we talking about this on MacVoices? Find out as Charlotte discusses how social media and tech companies are responding, and why so much is still a work in progress. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Headspace. Meditation made simple. Get one month of guided meditation free when you visit Headspace.com/MacVoices . Show Notes: Links: Bored Apes, BuzzFeed and the B...
Mar 07, 2022•26 min•Season 2022Ep. 22046
Our conversation with Jeff Carlson, the author of the new Adobe Photoshop Elements Visual Quickstart Guide , wraps up with an examination of some of the other capabilities of Adobe Photoshop Elements 2022 that are geared more helping you do more with your photos beyond the edits. Photo scrapbooking, typography, sky replacements, and much more are covered by Jeff, as well as why you can't rely on YouTube for effective training. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by our Patreon s...
Mar 04, 2022•24 min•Season 2022Ep. 22045
Jeff Carlson, the author of the new Adobe Photoshop Elements Visual Quickstart Guide, helps us understand who this version of Photoshop is for and what makes it different. Just because it isn't the full, professional version doesn't mean that it isn't packing a whole lot of power. In part 1 of our conversation, Jeff explains how the guided edits feature can not only walk you through improving your photos, but helps you learn how it works, and provides the ability for customization of the effects...
Mar 03, 2022•23 min•Season 2022Ep. 22044