At Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, Chris McCloud of Scosche walked us through their newest hard releases that include a magnetic USB cable that coils neatly, power delivery products of various wattages for a variety of devices, a dash mount that has flexible mounting and cable management options, a new version of their modular charging station and even jumper cables with safety features. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a...
Jan 29, 2024•8 min•Season 2024Ep. 24029
As the delivery of the first Apple Vision Pros approach, the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Norbert Frassa, Eric Bolden, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, and Web Bixby discuss what would define a successful launch for Apple's new spatial computing device. (1) [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24028.mp3[/embed] Take Control Books : The Answers You Need Now, From Leading Experts. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:00:00 Setting the Stage for the Apple Vision P...
Jan 29, 2024•27 min•Season 2024Ep. 24028
The January 2024 MacVoices Update features commentary on the release schedule of videos from CES, episode-specific artwork, the challenges with sponsors, 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: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: ht...
Jan 28, 2024•11 min•Season 2024Ep. 24027
At Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, Hagan Kappler, Co-Founder and CEO of Daisy explained how their company helps consumers with technology in their homes. From purchasing and installation to maintenance, repairs and training, Daisy can help if your tech is just a bit beyond you. Whether you buy through them or already have products you need help with, Daisy will help you make the most of it. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Mak...
Jan 27, 2024•9 min•Season 2024Ep. 24026
At Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, MOFT showed off very colorful MagSafe tripod stand for your iPhone for video conferencing as well as casual viewing, a combination MagSafe stand and wallet, as well as minimalist origami-inspired iPad and laptop stands and sleeves. Vicky Yang, Brand Marketing Director, gives us the tour. 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 T...
Jan 27, 2024•10 min•Season 2024Ep. 24025
At Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, Jabra picked up an innovation award for their Elite 8 Active earbuds, "the world's toughest earbuds". Michelle Ritz, Product Marketing Manager, North America gave us the details on just how waterproof and dustproof they are, and how they stay in your ear no matter how active you are. Not just the earbuds though - their case is also designed to protect your earbuds in challenging environments. Michelle also teases why they will get even better later this year. Show ...
Jan 26, 2024•5 min•Season 2024Ep. 24024
The second part of our MacVoices Live! CES wrap up show has Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Norbert Frassa, Eric Bolden, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, and Web Bixby continuing the discussion of what was announced, the focus of the show, and why you should attend if you get the chance. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available all Patrons of MacVoices. Sign up at Patreon.com/macvoices . Show Notes: Chapters: 0:02:32 Smart Bidets and AI in the B...
Jan 25, 2024•26 min•Season 2024Ep. 24023
From Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, Joshua Gunn, Vice President of Sales for DREO , introduced ChefMaker, their solution to turn anyone into a chef. Josh explained how the on-screen instructions tell you exactly what to do no matter what you are cooking, how it achieves the exact degree of doneness you want, and why the interface looks like your iPhone. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Con...
Jan 25, 2024•6 min•Season 2024Ep. 24022
At Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, we got a look at the brand new line of Qi2 products from Satechi from Chris Martinez, VP, Global Sales & Marketing. From travel and desktop docks and charging options to additions to their magnetic phone wallets and keyboard lines, Satechi offers something for every use case. 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: ...
Jan 24, 2024•4 min•Season 2024Ep. 24021
From CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, Targus had a table full of innovative new products. Andrew Corkill, Vice President, Global Marketing & eCommerce, showed us out with new eco-friendly backpacks and cases, an innovative mouse that changes to accommodate both right- and left-handed users, an Innovation Award-winning dock for the enterprise, a dock that doubles as a KVM switch, and a brand new Thunderbolt 5 dock that will be out later this year. Then, Brandon McCool, Product Manager, Power and Ac...
Jan 24, 2024•15 min•Season 2024Ep. 24020
From CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, SEERGRILLS showed off their Perfecta grill that uses AI to cook your steak in 90 seconds, with a perfect sear as a bonus. Director Pawan Sudera demonstrated how it works, talked about just how hot it gets, and why even the edges of your protein are done to perfection. 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....
Jan 23, 2024•6 min•Season 2024Ep. 24019
The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Norbert Frassa, Eric Bolden, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, and Web Bixby talk about what Chuck and Norbert saw and who they talked to at CES, and what the rest of the panel observed from a distance. (Part 1) Take Control Books : The Answers You Need Now, From Leading Experts. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:00:00 Introduction and explanation of CES coverage plan 0:08:50 Attendance and Exhibitor Numbers at the Event 0:10:57 Pre-sho...
Jan 23, 2024•28 min•Season 2024Ep. 24018
From CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, the focus shifted to an 8K panoramic camera that is being introduced by Kandao Technology. Jasmine Lin, Global Marketing Manager, discussed the feature set, including streaming capabilities, that users can expect when it ships later this year. 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 h...
Jan 22, 2024•5 min•Season 2024Ep. 24017
Skyted announced their Kickstarter at CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, and Gaunthier Daridon walked us through the engineering and feature set of their device that lets you talk privately whether you are in a crowd, on a plane, or anywhere that noise or privacy is a problem. 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://...
Jan 22, 2024•6 min•Season 2024Ep. 24016
From CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, Techlok President and Co-Founder Ryan Angott demonstrates Laplok , a security device that features biometrics to make sure the laptop you put on a table or desk stays there. Ryan discusses the features, use cases, and flexibility of the product. 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...
Jan 19, 2024•7 min•Season 2024Ep. 24015
At CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, we learned about double-Innovation Award winner Nation A , who provide motion files for use in Roblox. Joahyung Kim (Noah) helps us understand how it works and how to implement their extensive library of motions and movements for Roblox avatars. 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 h...
Jan 19, 2024•5 min•Season 2024Ep. 24014
At CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, BlueAnt introduced Soundblade, an under-monitor sound bar that is designed to improve your desktop video experience. Head of Sales Michael Wallace talks about its modern look, the design aspects that deliver an appealing footprint, and of course, the sound. 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/c...
Jan 18, 2024•5 min•Season 2024Ep. 24013
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Mark Fuccio, Web Bixby, and special guest James Baraniak consider the lawsuit filed by The New York Times over using their articles to train ChatGPT. This isn't the first such lawsuit and isn't going to be the last. What constitutes "fair use" in a world filled with Large Language Models and developing AI? The panel digs in. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Coda, your all-in-one collaborative workspa...
Jan 18, 2024•34 min•Season 2024Ep. 24012
From CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, Ugreen was showing off a diverse and impressive line of NAS devices. Hernan Lopez, NAS Channel Business Development Manager, ran through the various models and their capabilities, including the fact that they do not require matching drive sizes. 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...
Jan 18, 2024•7 min•Season 2024Ep. 24011
At CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, Alexi Perrino, CEO of Jared , explains how their service helps educate and inform you on finances in general and yours in particular. Alexi covers what information they are asking for, the knds of advice they deliver, and how they secure it all. 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 h...
Jan 17, 2024•9 min•Season 2024Ep. 24010
The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Mark Fuccio Web Bixby and special switcher guest James Baraniak have some doubts about one of Masimo's latest claims in the Apple Watch dispute. A discussion about alternatives and pricing to Apple Watch-based pulse oximeters, patent disputes, and patent realities ensues. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Coda, your all-in-one collaborative workspace. Get started with Coda...
Jan 16, 2024•29 min•Season 2024Ep. 24009
From CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, Armin Meyer, COO and Founder for heat it , delivers an update on the newest version of their heat-oriented bug-bite treatment device that is iPhone 15-compatible. Approved by the FDA, heat it really works, as Chuck explains. Show Notes: heat it - Smartphone-Powered Insect Bite Healer - Chemical-Free Relief from Itching & Pain just with Concentrated Heat - for Apple iPhones (6s to 14) (Amazon) Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/mac...
Jan 16, 2024•6 min•Season 2024Ep. 24008
From CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, Michael Okoye, CEO of The ADAM App , explains how their app helps you manage what happens to, and who has access to, your digital assets after your death through a unique time-delayed double-key system that you control. 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/ma...
Jan 15, 2024•8 min•Season 2024Ep. 24007
Why does an Android user decide to make the leap to iPhone? The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Mark Fuccio and Web Bixby engage in a good-natured interrogation of James Baraniak, a recent convert. The discussion covers what persuaded James to made the switch, the easy spots and rough spots of the transition, and whether he sees any significant challenges in sticking with his decision. (Spoiler: he doesn't.) This ed...
Jan 14, 2024•38 min•Season 2024Ep. 24006
The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Ben Roethig, and Jim Rea look at the implications for Apple Watch repairs and the import ban, and why this will be the last time we talk about Beeper (we hope). This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available all Patrons of MacVoices. Sign up at Patreon.com/macvoices . Show Notes: Chapters: 0:00:00 Apple Watch availability and repair concerns 0:02:28 Introductions and holiday g...
Jan 14, 2024•33 min•Season 2024Ep. 24002
The MacVoices Live! panel considers the most important tech story of the year. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Ben Roethig, and Jim Rea look at the past and future of AI and Large Language Models. 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. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:00:00 The Top Tech Developments of 2023 ...
Jan 08, 2024•21 min•Season 2023Ep. 23005
A major car manufacturer is moving away from digital touch screens and back to analog for various functions. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Brittany Smith, Jeff Gamet, Ben Roethig, and Jim Rea discuss how this relates to Apple's CarPlay ambitions and how other car manufacturers are addressing the integration of entertainment and vehicle controls. Panel members share their experiences and preferences. Today's edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Live!, our weekly ...
Jan 05, 2024•22 min•Season 2024Ep. 24004
Microsoft announces the sunsetting of their HoloLens Mixed Reality Headset just as Apple readies the Vision Pro. Strange timing? Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Brittany Smith, Jeff Gamet, Ben Roethig, and Jim Rea dive in with their thoughts on why and why not, and what the Vision Pro needs to succeed. Take Control Books : The Answers You Need Now, From Leading Experts. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:00:00 Microsoft's Decision to Sunset Mixed Reality Headset 0:00:29 Windows Mixed ...
Jan 04, 2024•27 min•Season 2024Ep. 24003
The GatorGrip stand for tablets and iPhones make a great addition to your iPhone or iPad. Find out how these minimalist stands function in both portrait and landscape modes, take up no room, and represent a simple solution that makes your device more usable. Show Notes: Links: GatorGrip web site GatorGrip Phone Stand on Amazon GatorGrip Tablet Stand on Amazon Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connec...
Jan 01, 2024•5 min•Season 2024Ep. 24001
To wrap up the MacVoices Live! holiday party, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, and Brittany Smith critique a company claiming to eavesdrop on phone conversations, condemning the invasion of privacy and the gathering conversation keywords for targeted marketing. Flipboard and Threads moving to the Fediverse, Threads' growth with over 10 million users in six months and where they stand in relation to their competition are reviewed and preferen...
Dec 31, 2023•31 min•Season 2023Ep. 23321
