Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Brittany Smith, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, and Mark Fuccio delve into reports of AirPods Max encountering condensation issues, with some panel members questioning the credibility of these claims, particularly in the context of exercise. They discuss the practicality of using AirPods Max compared to other over-the-ear headphones then transition to the topic of Apple's diversification and revenue streams through services, hi...
Sep 07, 2023•33 min•Season 2023Ep. 23229
In this MacVoices Live! conversation, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Brittany Smith, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, and Mark Fuccio finish off the discussion of UK tech legislation then explore the intricate realm of music rights and licensing in television shows, emphasizing the significance of restoring the original music and how it contributes to a more immersive viewing experience. Additionally, we delve into the possibility of utilizing AI technology t...
Sep 07, 2023•35 min•Season 2023Ep. 23228
This MacVoices Live! session starts out with what appears to be hostility towards technology and security in the United Kingdom, access to encrypted data, and the intersection of politics with technology. They explore the benefits of an offline mode for Apple Maps. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Brittany Smith, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, and Mark Fuccio also cover the significance of both digital and paper maps in the realm of navigation. (Part 1) Today...
Sep 05, 2023•34 min•Season 2023Ep. 23227
Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner team up for another edition of TV+ Talk. From the return of "Invasion" to the eerie description of "The Changeling," they discuss how Apple TV+ navigates the delicate balance between mature content and the platform's family-friendly image. Anticipation runs high for Season 3 of "The Morning Show", with insights into intriguing trailers and potential storylines. The discussion also delves into industry strikes, Apple's evolving services, and the excitement surroun...
Sep 01, 2023•36 min•Season 2023Ep. 23226
The MacVoices Live! of panel Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs finishes off this session with two topics: the preservation of family photos and the security of Ford vehicles. The importance of safeguarding legacy photos in a time of multiple natural disasters is stressed, along with some recommendations for scanning and archiving in the cloud. Using Ford's recent statement about a software vulnerability, the panel discuss concer...
Aug 31, 2023•29 min•Season 2023Ep. 23225
This MacVoices Live! session continues the discussion of the new UK rules regarding Apple's App Store and their impact on app purchases and security. The group endorses Setapp for installing apps on Macs but question comfort in installing apps outside the App Store. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs compare the difference between third-party apps on Mac and iOS, emphasizing the importance of sandboxing for security, and cover ch...
Aug 30, 2023•33 min•Season 2023Ep. 23224
This MacVoices Live! session starts out with an usual discussion of Panorama's database program. Then, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Mark Fuccio consider SanDisk's lack of response to reported issues with their SSDs, and advise backups and alternatives. They highlight Western Digital's history of silence in face of customer problems. Then, the dispute between Epic Games, Apple, and Google regarding in-game purchases and App Store guidelines is tak...
Aug 29, 2023•33 min
The August 2023 MacVoices Update features some of the updates to the show that are being enabled by large language model resources, and how they are adding value. Chuck Joiner reviews the MacVoices Social Media Survey - 2023 and what the results indicate about who's using what. The session wraps up with the monthly Support Report and the need to support your favorite podcast(s). Show Notes: Links: MacVoices on Patreon Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enj...
Aug 28, 2023•18 min•Season 2023Ep. 23222
In the second part of our conversation with Joe Kissell about Take Control of Your Paperless Office, 4th edition , Joe talks about how Apple's Live Text feature allows dynamic text interaction within images, and sheds some light on the intricacies of software recommendations for going paperless. He guides us through the shifting landscape of digital document management, security concerns tied to adopting cloud-based OCR and document management services, and paves the way for a more secure transi...
Aug 25, 2023•32 min•Season 2023Ep. 23221
Our conversation with Joe Kissell about his new Take Control of Your Paperless Office, 4th edition starts off with how much have changed since the last edition, the accessibility of OCR technology, and how it has become easier to use. Scanner manufacturers now offer built-in OCR software, eliminating the need for extra apps. We also highlight the improved affordability and accessibility of OCR software. Joe emphasizes the importance of exploring new hardware and software options to simplify work...
Aug 24, 2023•29 min•Season 2023Ep. 23220
The MacVoices Live! panel takes another look at the desirability and function of foldable phones after some close encounters. Chuck Joiner, Guy Serle, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Kelly Guimont, Web Bixby, and Mark Fuccio. They share their experiences and initial impressions, highlighting the challenges of weight and app compatibility. They also touch on Samsung's struggle to differentiate itself from other Android makers. The conversation wraps up with brief mentions rumors about u...
Aug 23, 2023•33 min•Season 2023Ep. 23219
Chuck Joiner, Guy Serle, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Kelly Guimont, Web Bixby, and Mark Fuccio finish off a conversation about computer generated images and graphics in this MacVoices Live! session. Concerns about the quality and repetitiveness of generated content are raised, as well as the importance of unique perspectives and ideas. The role of historians, librarians, and copyright issues in preserving accurate data is explored. The panel then delves into the recent changes to Z...
Aug 22, 2023•32 min•Season 2023Ep. 23218
This MacVoices Live! episode considered the implications of AI-generated art and graphics with one recent real-world example. Chuck Joiner, Guy Serle, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Kelly Guimont, Web Bixby, and Mark Fuccio discuss the implications of AI in entertainment, especially in light of the writers strike, privacy concerns, and the need for ethical and practical considerations for all involved parties (Part 1) [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV23217.mp3[/embed] Th...
Aug 21, 2023•36 min•Season 2023Ep. 23217
The MacVoices Live! panel concludes an abbreviated session with more recommendations of TV and movies to help you fill both the summer lull and the duration of the writer's strike. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Brittany Smith go from sports and documentaries to Star Wars and beyond, and the chat room chimes in as well. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices Dispatch, our weekly newsletter that...
Aug 18, 2023•37 min•Season 2023Ep. 23216
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, and Web Bixby do something a little different in this MacVoices Live! session. With slow tech news and the writer's strike in full swing, the panel provides some suggestions on shows and movies they have enjoy and can recommend to fill the gaps…and there are definitely some surprises. [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV23215.mp3[/embed] Today's MacVoices is supported by Factor. Visit FactorMeals.c...
Aug 17, 2023•37 min•Season 2023Ep. 23215
In this Select Tech episode, Chuck Joiner discusses OpenIn , an "advanced link handler" that gives you the option to open web, mail, or call links in the app of their choice. Some real-world examples of why this is beneficial, how to configure OpenIn, and how the same capabilities can be applied to different file types is explained. Today's edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Live!, our weekly live panel discussion of what is going in the Apple space as well as the larger tech world, ...
Aug 16, 2023•6 min•Season 2023Ep. 23214
The MacVoices Live! panel concludes this session with a look at the impact of price increases on popular streaming services like Spotify, YouTube, and Peacock. As Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Mike Potter, Ben Roethig, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, and Web Bixby delve into the effects of rising prices on consumer decisions, they also explore the shifting landscape of streaming services cutting ties with traditional cable providers. The conversation continues, touching on a wide r...
Aug 15, 2023•31 min•Season 2023Ep. 23213
Next up, the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Mike Potter, Ben Roethig, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Mark Fuccio discusses recent changes in social networks, including Twitter's rebranding and the YouTube premium price increase. Speculations about the feasibility of turning Twitter into a financial institution are explored. The panel also shares mixed opinions on the value proposition of YouTube premium, with some expressing frustration over ...
Aug 14, 2023•41 min•Season 2023Ep. 23212
We wrap up the recent Macstock Conference and Expo, thanking attendees and highlighting the great speakers and films showcased at the conference. The panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Mike Potter, Ben Roethig, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Mark Fuccio discuss the presentations, successful live streaming, and the immersive setup for audience interaction. The Digital Pass to access recorded content is still available, and those who attended congratulate Barry Fu...
Aug 11, 2023•39 min•Season 2023Ep. 23211
The MacVoices Live! panel contemplates the downfall of Evernote and the decline of Meta's Threads app. We share our experiences with Evernote's loss of appeal and explore alternative note-taking apps like Apple Notes and OneNote. The layoffs at Evernote and the size of its remaining user base are speculated upon. Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Mark Fuccio express disappointment in Threads' lack of a web app and discuss Instagram's data coll...
Aug 10, 2023•30 min•Season 2023Ep. 23210
In this MacVocies Live! session,Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Mark Fuccio discuss the convergence of iOS and Mac OS, exploring the challenges and benefits. We also touch on recent UI changes, concerns about compromising the Mac user experience, and the balance between security and usability. We also question the credibility of reported Apple Music and Apple TV+ user demographics. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices...
Aug 09, 2023•37 min•Season 2023Ep. 23209
This MacVoices Live! session kicks off as Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Mark Fuccio look at how Apple Maps has improved, and how it measures up against its main competitor, Google Maps.The panel compare the two from interface, personal experience, privacy, and preference viewpoints. The panel then starts a conversation about whether convergence of macOS and iOS is occurring. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is supported b...
Aug 08, 2023•34 min•Season 2023Ep. 23208
This discussion on The Mac Show on The British Tech Network covered developers' relationship with Apple. It was so good that I asked BTN boss Ewen Rankin if I could drop it into the MacVoices feed, and he agreed. Enjoy this thoughtful, and fun, discussion with host Jeff Gamet, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, and Patrice Brend'Amour. [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV23207.mp3[/embed Show Notes: Guests: Patrice Brend'amour is the creator, advocate and Product Manager of a global healthc...
Aug 07, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Season 2024Ep. 23207
In this episode of TV+ Talk, Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner discuss topics such Lionel Messi's arrival in Miami, Apple TV's promotion of him, and the revenue-sharing agreement. We also touch on The Morning Show's return and the portrayal of COVID-19 in TV shows. Then we cover shows one or both of us need to catch up on, including "Slow Horses" and "Hijacked", and share our thoughts on a notable Apple TV+ show's season finale. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:00:00 Introduction to TV Plus Talk0:00:20 Di...
Aug 04, 2023•42 min•Season 2023Ep. 23206
In the final part of this MacVoices Live! session, the panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet and Web Bixby discuss Goldman Sachs' reported $1 billion loss on Apple Card. We speculate on other factors like changing interest rates and their foray into the consumer loan business as possible explanations. Just for fun, we consider the idea of Apple potentially acquiring Goldman Sachs to expand into consumer finance. Regulatory challenges and the complexity of multinational o...
Aug 03, 2023•35 min•Season 2023Ep. 23205
This MacVoices Live! panel continue their examination of the birth and rapid evolution of Meta's Threads. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet and Web Bixby consider the timing of the launch, whether it met the "minimum viable product" test, and whether litigation against Meta would be successful. (Part 2) 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...
Aug 02, 2023•38 min•Season 2023Ep. 23204
The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet and Web Bixby went shopping on Amazon Prime Day (who didn't), and reveal their purchases both tech and non-tech. That led to some discussion of hardware choices past and present, and what effect participating in the annual shopping event has on data collection. This part of the discussion concludes with observations about the adoption rate of Threads. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Af...
Aug 01, 2023•37 min•Season 2023Ep. 23203
In the July 2023 MacVoices Update, Chuck asks for your assistance by participating in the MacVoices Social Media Survey 2023 , explains why MacVoices went dark for a few days, and mentions why Macstock's digital pass should be in your future. The Update wraps with some new social media presences and the month's Support Report. Show Notes: Links: MacVoices Social Media Survey 2023 , Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time dona...
Jul 31, 2023•8 min•Season 2023Ep. 23202
This MacVoices Live! session wraps with Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanagan-Arthurs , Eric Bolden, Brittany Smith, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, Kelly Guimont and Mark Fuccio discussing repurposing old iMacs as monitors, Apple's keynote video editing techniques, the ongoing situation at Reddit, and the release of the pilot episode of Apple TV+ show Silo on Twitter. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Magazine , our free magazine on Flipboard. Updated daily w...
Jul 28, 2023•34 min•Season 2023Ep. 23201
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanagan-Arthurs , Eric Bolden, Brittany Smith, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, Kelly Guimont, and Mark Fuccio discuss the rumors of a 30-inch iMac release by Apple. Our panelists express skepticism about the usage survey data and question its relevance amid the transition to Apple Silicon. The feasibility of a larger iMac is examined, with concerns about usability and price point. (2) This MacVoices is supported by Notion. Do your most efficient work with N...
Jul 27, 2023•38 min•Season 2023Ep. 23200
