In the final MacVoices Update for 2022, Chuck wishes everyone a continued happy holiday season, outlines the publication schedule for the first week of 2023, and reminds everyone about the MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide . The Update wraps with the year's final Support Report. Show Notes: Links: 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/chuckjo...
Dec 29, 2022•6 min•Season 2022Ep. 22263
Charlotte Henry of The Addition helps give us some perspective on the year in Apple media, including their bid for the NFL Sunday Ticket. We dig into some of the challenges to watching live sports streams, and how sports is infiltrating streaming…or is it the other way around? AppleTV+ might not have a huge sports presence (yet), but it has a growing catalog and lots of star power. Charlotte discusses how that will serve them in 2023 and beyond, and what they might do better to improve their pre...
Dec 28, 2022•34 min•Season 2022Ep. 22262
The 2022 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide features picks from Kirk McElhearn and Wally Cherwinsi, and run from books to iPhone accessories, Mac, iOS and iPad software to AirTags, audio choices to connectivity. And some surprises as well. MacVoices is supported by Rocket Money. Cancel unwanted subscriptions today at RocketMoney.com/macvoices . Show Notes: Links: MacVoices 2022 Holiday Gift Guide - Master List on MacVoices site MacVoices 2022 Holiday Gift Guide on Flipboard (available on the web but b...
Dec 26, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Season 2022Ep. 22256
The MacVoices Live! holiday party continues as Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, and Mark Fuccio name more of their most important apps and why these selected them. (Part 2) MacVoices After Dark 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. http://patreon.com/macvoices Show Notes: Links: Panorama X XCode Mimestream Workona SnagIt Firefox TextExpa...
Dec 24, 2022•31 min•Season 2022Ep. 22261
The MacVoices Live! holiday party continues as Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, and Mark Fuccio name more of their most important apps and why these selected them. (Part 2) [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV22260.mp3[/embed] 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: Panorama X XCode Mimestream Workona SnagIt ...
Dec 24, 2022•33 min•Season 2022Ep. 22260
What started as an informal virtual holiday get-together evolved into an enthusiastic discussion of the most important apps used by our panel members. Along the way, we covered the anniversary of Apple's purchase of NeXT, two business books that are dated but provide interesting perspectives, and even more apps. Grab your favorite beverage and join Chuck Joiner, David ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, and Mark Fuccio in a bit of holiday cheer and tech.! (Part 1) [embed]http://...
Dec 23, 2022•40 min•Season 2022Ep. 22259
Mike Potter, Patrice Brend'amour and Jim Rea wrap up the second part of the seventh, and last, MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide for 2022. They share some terrific last-minute picks that can make you a holiday hero no matter how late you shop. (Part 2) [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV22258.mp3[/embed] 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 Patreon.com/macvoices . Show Notes: Link...
Dec 22, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 2022Ep. 22258
Gift picks from Mike Potter, Patrice Brend'amour, and Jim Rea are shared in the seventh and final MacVoices 2022 Holiday Gift Guide, but that makes them no less interesting, useful, or off-beat than their predecessors. Picks include books, Apple Watch gear, connectivity options, and more. (Part 1) [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV22257.mp3[/embed] MacVoices is supported by Rocket Money. Cancel unwanted subscriptions today at RocketMoney.com/macvoices . Show Notes: Links: MacVoices ...
Dec 21, 2022•47 min•Season 2022Ep. 22257
This MacVoices Live! panel finishes off a discussion of the options you have for adding CarPlay to your vehicle, regardless of age, and why you would want to. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, and Kelly Guimont share personal their personal experiences. (Part 3) MacVoices is supported by Rocket Money. Cancel unwanted subscriptions today at RocketMoney.com/macvoices . Show Notes: Links: US Army iOS App Found to Contain Code Developed in Russia https://w...
Dec 19, 2022•34 min•Season 2022Ep. 22255
In the second part of this MacVoices Live! discussion, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, and Kelly Guimont look at the how's and why's of Russian code in apps used by the U.S. Army, and maybe in your apps as well. The vulnerabilities of Microsoft Office apps came as a surprise to at least one panel member. The group then started a discussion about after-market CarPlay options and how to use them. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by ...
Dec 16, 2022•25 min•Season 2022Ep. 22254
The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, and Kelly Guimont deliver a PSA about why quitting Twitter isn't a good idea. The panel looks at a hefty fine levied against Google, what it means for your privacy (if anything), and whether turning off information tracking with Apple really means that it is completely off. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices After Dark , our newest benefit for all Patreon supporter...
Dec 15, 2022•36 min•Season 2022Ep. 22253
Our "About An Hour With Jeff Carlson on Apple Watch" has the author of Take Control of Apple Watch discussing Apple Pay and Apple Watch, the inevitable watch bands, and what he does pretty much every day on his watch. Jeff also discusses watch face customization and some of the options available. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available to silver, gold, and platinum Patrons of MacVoices. Sign up at Patreon.com/macvoices . Show Notes: Links: Ocean Apple Wa...
Dec 14, 2022•39 min•Season 2022Ep. 22252
Recently, on a special Take Control Books / MacVoices live event on YouTube, we spent "About An Hour" with Jeff Carlson, the author of Take Control of Apple Watch , taking questions from the audience and discussing the focus of his book. Jeff discusses why he would tell anyone to buy an Apple Watch, how to choose between the cellular vs. wifi models, and HomeKit and the Apple Watch. Jeff also shows off Apple Watch mirroring as he demonstrates features, as well as the effective use of Siri on App...
Dec 13, 2022•39 min•Season 2022Ep. 22251
Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner finish up their virtual visit to the Diablo Valley Mac User Group by discussing AirTags, why Apple drops some product segments, and privacy. They take questions, talk about keyboards, Apple resellers, and virtual meetings. (Part 2) 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: Contour Design RollerMouse Guest: Adam C. Engst is the publis...
Dec 12, 2022•36 min•Season 2022Ep. 22250
Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner paid a virtual visit to the Diablo Valley Mac User Group, and the discussion was wide-ranging from start to finish. We started off talking about some changes at TidBITS , the challenges of covering Apple news and how it has changed through the years. Next, Adam discusses why his visit to an Apple Store after a 3-year gap altered his impressions of some of Apple's products, including iMacs, Apple Watches, iPads, and iPad accessories. (Part 1) [embed]http://traffic.libs...
Dec 09, 2022•49 min•Season 2022Ep. 22249
Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Mark Fuccio, Web Bixby, and Jeff Gamet finish off an intense discussion of Alexa, Siri, and our expectations for voice assistant performance. The MacVoices Live! panel also touches on some new ISP regulations that are long overdue. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Become a Patreon supporter and get access at Patreon.com/macvoices . Show Notes: Links: Amazon Alexa is a "colossal failure," on pace to lose $1...
Dec 08, 2022•51 min•Season 2022Ep. 22248
The MacVoices panel of Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Mark Fuccio, Web Bixby, and Jeff Gamet start the session by examining a report on the failure, and cost, of Amazon's Alexa. The discussion evolves into an intense examination of voice assistants and how they do (or don't) meet our expectations. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Kolide. Kolide is a fleet visibility solution for Mac, Windows, and Linux that can help you securely scale your business. Learn m...
Dec 07, 2022•49 min•Season 2022Ep. 22247
Rosemary Orchard, Peter Cohen, and David Ginsburg finish off their picks for MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #5 with items for the home, items for hair, items for your iPad, and items to keep you organized. (Part 2) Kolide This edition of MacVoices is supported by Rosemary Orchard, Peter Cohen, and David Ginsburg finish off their picks for MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #5 with items for the home, items for hair, items for your iPad, and items to keep you organized. (Part 2) [embed]http://traffic.lib...
Dec 06, 2022•47 min•Season 2022Ep. 22246
The holiday spirit rolls on with MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #5, featuring Rosemary Orchard, Peter Cohen, and David Ginsburg. The picks range from the expensive to the affordable, health to tech, comfort to power tools. (Yes, power tools.) (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Kolide. Kolide is a fleet visibility solution for Mac, Windows, and Linux that can help you securely scale your business. Learn more here . Show Notes: Links: Rosemary Orchard's Picks: EOOUT 25pcs Mesh Zipper...
Dec 05, 2022•27 min•Season 2022Ep. 22245
The MacVoices Live! panel continues to discuss and debate social media alternatives to Twitter. Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, David Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Web Bixby, and Kelly Guimont also examine which social media properties are the most important ones, especially as each of the major players take turns being demonized by the tech press. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices After Dark , our newest benefit for all Patreon supporters. Uncensored, off-topic, and always off...
Dec 02, 2022•35 min•Season 2022Ep. 22244
Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Brittany Smith, Web Bixby, and Kelly Guimont discuss the Slingbox shut-down, how it affects cord-cutters, and some alternatives. Then, this MacVoices Live! panel talks about the migration to Twitter-alternative social media platforms, who is moving, and why. (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...
Dec 01, 2022•34 min•Season 2022Ep. 22243
The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Brittany Smith, Web Bixby, and Kelly Guimont started of this session with an examination of the loss of Pantone color support that was part of Adobe Creative Cloud. Why it happened, how to get it back, and some work-arounds are all part of understanding that your legacy projects are not lost. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Zocdoc. Find local doctors who take your insurance at Zocdoc.com/macvoi...
Nov 30, 2022•35 min•Season 2022Ep. 22242
Our conversation with Rosemary Orchard, the author of Take Control of Shortcuts, Second Edition , continues with some examples of how Shortcuts has improved Reminders in macOS Ventura, and how to find what Shortcuts are available for what apps. Rosemary also shares some thoughts on Focus Modes' integration with Shortcuts, and how Shortcuts does syncing right. (Part 2) [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV22241.mp3[/embed] This edition of MacVoices is supported by Zocdoc. Find local doc...
Nov 29, 2022•25 min•Season 2022Ep. 22241
Rosemary Orchard, the author of Take Control of Shortcuts, Second Edition , brings us up-to-date on one of the most powerful utilities that Apple provides She provides some concrete examples of why you should use Shortcuts, and gives examples of how Shortcuts support in Apple's Notes has greatly expanded. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Zocdoc. Find local doctors who take your insurance at Zocdoc.com/macvoices . Show Notes: Links: Rosemary Orchard is a nerd, automator, and cho...
Nov 27, 2022•21 min•Season 2022Ep. 22240
Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner paid a virtual visit to the Apple CIDER Mac User Group in early November. Adam addressed the issues with Twitter (as they existed then), and talked about the new crop of iPads and who they are for. The benefits of a hands-on Apple Store shopping experience, questions from the audience and more were all part of the Election Night conversation. MacVoices is supported by Rocket Money. Cancel unwanted subscriptions today at RocketMoney.com/macvoices . Show Notes: Guests: ...
Nov 25, 2022•1 hr 23 min•Season 2022Ep. 22239
The second part of MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #4 with Brittany Smith, Mike Schmitz, and Joe Kissell finishes up with tech picks, health picks, book picks, and even a game pick. (Part 2) [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV22238.mp3[/embed] MacVoices is supported by Rocket Money. Cancel unwanted subscriptions today at RocketMoney.com/macvoices . Show Notes: Links: Joe Kissell's picks: Take Control of Untangling Connections by Glenn Fleishman https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/untanglin...
Nov 23, 2022•35 min•Season 2022Ep. 22238
The fourth MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide for 2022 features picks from Brittany Smith, Mike Schmitz, and Joe Kissell, and range from weather-related picks to power devices, audio to health related picks. (Part 1) MacVoices is supported by Rocket Money. Cancel unwanted subscriptions today at RocketMoney.com/macvoices . Show Notes: Links: Joe Kissell's picks: Belkin iPhone Mount with MagSafe https://www.apple.com/shop/product/HQ642ZM/A/belkin-iphone-mount-with-magsafe-for-mac-notebooks ICETrekkers S...
Nov 22, 2022•28 min•Season 2022Ep. 22237
In the November 2022 MacVoices Update, Chuck outlines the publication schedule for MacVoices over the Thanksgiving Holiday and announces the next "About An Hour With" session, this time with Jeff Carlson, the author of Take Control of Apple Watch . Also included are some notes on the social media situation and the month's Support Report. 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: ht...
Nov 21, 2022•9 min•Season 2022Ep. 22236
This MacVoices Live! conversation with Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Guy Serle, and Brittany Smith concludes up with discussion of reports that the number of Comcast subscribers is flat or decreasing, and that rates are going up. The panel talks about frustrations, connectivity alternatives, and who they use. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Zocdoc. Find local doctors who take your insurance at Zocdoc.com/macvoices . Show Notes: Links: Comcast wants Intern...
Nov 17, 2022•35 min•Season 2022Ep. 22235
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Guy Serle and Brittany Smith finish up a conversation about the Twitter situation, and what we all want and need out of a social media network. A few comments about the quarterly Apple earnings call finish off this episode. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Zocdoc. Find local doctors who take your insurance at Zocdoc.com/macvoices . Show Notes: Links: Spring - Twitter client Guests: Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, fo...
Nov 17, 2022•32 min•Season 2022Ep. 22234
