Outside at CES in Las Vegas we had a chilly conversation with Lisa Mathis, Head of Marketing, North America for SOUNDBOKS . Representing themselves as the best "speaker brand you haven't heard of yet", Lisa explained their origins at a music festival and how they are now coming to the U.S. Unlike some larger concert speakers ( 126 dB maximum output), these are Bluetooth and can be connected together wirelessly, and run off swappable batteries, so placement and movement is simplified. The grills ...
Feb 16, 2024•6 min•Season 2024Ep. 24059
In the Spigen suite at CES in Las Vegas, Samuel Han, Specialist, Retail Enterprise Development, showed us some of their latest products that include a new gaming keyboard, GaN power products, and new iPhone cases that range from stylish to practical, and more. Show Notes: Links: ArcPlay Real Dual 8K Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Spigen GaN III 652 65W 2 Ports Compact Foldable Dual USB C Wall Charger Spigen Magnetic Style Armor MagFit Designed for iPhone 15 Pro Case Spigen Magnetic Ultra Hybrid MagF...
Feb 16, 2024•7 min•Season 2024Ep. 24058
At CES in Las Vegas, we talked to Andrea Tellatin, Co-Founder and CEO of Twinkly, about the latest additions to their many options for addressable lights. Best known for their holiday options, they are introducing a broader range of options at accessible price points for a wider range of uses. Andrea shows off the new Candies string lights and the Matrix Light Curtain as examples of their broader product range, both of which are customizable via the built-in addressable function. Show Notes: Lin...
Feb 15, 2024•9 min•Season 2024Ep. 24057
At Showstoppers at CES in Las Vegas, Wacom introduced the new Wacom Bridge, a solution for artists who work remotely or away from their desks. With Wacom Bridge, they don't need to lug heavy laptops or travel with the files. Arvind Arumbakkam, Technology & Industry Partnerships, talks about how their system eliminates the lag typical from the more mainstream remote work apps. Then, artist Sarajean Chung gives us a demo in the most challenging of environments: a CES exhibit hall. Show Notes:S...
Feb 15, 2024•8 min•Season 2024Ep. 24056
In Las Vegas at Showstoppers at CES, we saw and heard a demo of the technology behind the Miari speaker from SoundFun that was more than surprising. Kai Kitayama talked us through the demo that provided a wider and longer field of sound than you would expect, and how it can enhance the dialog from your TV. (Host's Note: Audio demos are always difficult in a conference environment, which made this one that much more impressive. Please understand that the in-person experience was truly impressive ...
Feb 14, 2024•6 min•Season 2024Ep. 24055
At Showstoppers at CES, we talked to Jeff Gadway, Senior Vice President of Clicks Technology about not only their keyboard case for the iPhone, but also about the strong emotional product the release of their product elicited from some users. Jeff covers the thinking behind why Steve Jobs was right about the iPhone, but why also why the time is right for a hardware iPhone keyboard case based on what we are doing with our phones now. Show Notes: Chapters: Links: Guests: Support: Become a MacVoice...
Feb 13, 2024•9 min•Season 2024Ep. 24054
At Showstoppers at CES in Las Vegas, we learned about the latest edition of the Unistellar telescope that makes astronomy even easier and more automatic. CEO Laurent Marfisi took us through the new features, the eyepiece option, and more. 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 Masto...
Feb 13, 2024•6 min•Season 2024Ep. 24053
At Showstoppers at CES in Las Vegas, ViXion gave us a look at their autofocus eyewear. Takuya Nonaka, Senior Manager, Corporate Planning explained the tech behind their innovation, the roadmap for development, and why they are looking for partners in the U.S. Chuck tried them on and was blown away by how well they function. 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...
Feb 13, 2024•5 min•Season 2024Ep. 24052
At Showstoppers at CES, Andrew Federici, the Founder of Mousetrap , explained their new take on an ergonomic pointing device that has a distinctive look and feel. Andrew gives us the backstory on the team that designed it, why some of the design choices were, made, and the good news is that it can accommodate left-handers. 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....
Feb 12, 2024•7 min•Season 2024Ep. 24051
In this edition of TV+ Talk, Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner look at the strategies streaming services, Apple TV+ in particular, are using in choosing their programming. Sports, original content, major video franchises, and back catalogs are all in the mix as our viewing options and habits evolve. With only so much time to watch and so many dollars to pay, how are (and should) viewers choose? Charlotte and Chuck discuss their decisions. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:00:18 New Year Greetings and Catch...
Feb 11, 2024•46 min•Season 2024Ep. 24050
Topics included in the third and final part of our MacVoices Live! discussion about first impressions of the Apple Vision Pro include third party productivity apps, use cases, the demo experience, and comparisons to other Apple product launches. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanagan-Arthurs , Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, and Eric Bolden conclude with optimism about the future of the device, and the fact that it will only get better. This edition of MacVoices is supporte...
Feb 10, 2024•35 min•Season 2024Ep. 24049
At CES in Las Vegas, we made our annual stop to see what STM Goods has added to their already outstanding line of tech gear. Tracy Smith, ChiefBrand Officer/Chief Marketing Officer, introduces us to the new BagPack that gives you a collapsable-yet-protective backpack when you need it, the Focus Collection of iPhone cases that do more than just protect your phone, and the ChargeTree Mag that charges three devices and collapses for travel. Show Notes: Links: STM Relax Sand MagSafe Case for iPhone ...
Feb 09, 2024•9 min•Season 2024Ep. 24048
From CES in Las Vegas, we checked out the new Open Swim Pro bone conduction headphones from Shokz that are designed for swimming. Product Manager Fay Fu explains why this model has a built-in music player to keep you rocking even under water. Show Notes: Support: Open Swim headphones 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...
Feb 08, 2024•7 min•Season 2024Ep. 24046
The second part of our MacVoices Live! discussion about the Apple Vision Pro fins the panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanagan-Arthurs , Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, and Eric Bolden talking about keyboard experience, using the device with the Mac, and audio options and performance. Accessibility, single loop vs. over-the-head straps, weight considerations, productivity, and even comparisons to Meta's headsets are included. (Part 2) Take Control Books : The Answers...
Feb 08, 2024•35 min•Season 2024Ep. 24047
With only a few days of Apple Vision Pro under their belts, the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanagan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, and Eric Bolden discuss the first experiences with two panel members who made the leap. Topics covered in this part of the discussion include interacting in Zoom and Teams, setting up your persona, the demo process, and the panoramic picture experience. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by...
Feb 08, 2024•33 min•Season 2024Ep. 24045
From CES in Las Vegas, we discussed the latest and greatest from Nextbase , the iQ 4G, 4K Dash Cam. Features like Roadwatch AI and Witness Mode and all the recording capabilities are outlined by Sam Lewis, Lead Software Engineer, along with the upcoming Guardian. Sam also discusses how Nextbase not only offers this high-end model, but quality dash cams for every budget, and how one incident can more than pay for the device. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon...
Feb 07, 2024•11 min•Season 2024Ep. 24044
At CES in Las Vegas, we received an update on what3words from Frankie Cowan, Senior PR Manager. Frankie covers what what3words is and how it works, then discusses how awareness has been increasing as different companies and emergency services recognize the benefits of utilizing their precise location method. She shares some success stories with car companies, some use cases, and encourages everyone to help spread the word. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon....
Feb 06, 2024•12 min•Season 2024Ep. 24043
At CES in Las Vegas, we came across Mudra by Wearable Devices Ltd, an Apple Watch band that translates neural signs into digital actions. Barry Kaplan, Executive Vice President of Wearable Devices LTD, the makers of Mudra, explains how that gives you gesture control of your Apple devices in Minority Report fashion, how he thinks that type of interface will develop, and how you can get their product right now. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices ...
Feb 06, 2024•15 min•Season 2024Ep. 24042
At CES in Las Vegas, we found out that MyRadar , already a MacVoices favorite on my iPhone, is coming to CarPlay. Michael Linden, Director of Video & Social Media Content/Meteorologist, talks about that, how MyRadar is leveraging their weather data both past, present, and future, and more. Show Notes: Links: MyRadar in the App Store Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoice...
Feb 05, 2024•8 min•Season 2024Ep. 24041
At CES in Las Vegas, ShiftCam showed off a series of new products that turn your iPhone into a fully-featured video production tool. Founder and CEO Benson KL Chiu talks about how their ProGrip and SnapGrip are enhanced by the new SnapLight and series of lenses that range from wide angle to anamorphic. To carry it all, ShiftCam introduced the new Workflow series of camera bags that are designed with iPhone photography and ShiftCam products in mind. Show Notes: Links: ShiftCam SnapGrip ShiftCam P...
Feb 05, 2024•19 min•Season 2024Ep. 24040
In the Catalyst suite at CES in Las Vegas, Founder and CEO June Lai discusses the latest addition to their line of cases and accessories. They include a new dog collar with an AirTag case that your dog can't destroy, colorful lanyards that fit right in with their iPhone cases, a lanyard that floats with an iPhone attached if it goes overboard, and AirPod cases. June talks about not just the form but also the protection afforded by all the products. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron ...
Feb 04, 2024•8 min•Season 2024Ep. 24039
At CES in Las Vegas, we had an impressive introduction to the Oclean line of sonic toothbrushes and oral care accessories. Mark Honeycutt takes us through the available product line that features an on-device screen, as well as the upcoming X Ultra, the industry's first WiFi toothbrush that stores your brushing information in the cloud, bone conduction messages during brushing and more. Best of all. Oclean's products integrate with the Apple Health app to give you even more information about you...
Feb 03, 2024•10 min•Season 2024Ep. 24038
From Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, we got a look at a new cooking "tool" from Meater . Keye Chen, who handles Content Creation, Logistics, Office Management, Product Testing and Sales talks about how the latest iteration of their meat thermometer works, the surprisingly long battery life, the unusual charging mechanism, and how their app interacts with it to give you a perfect meat result every time. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this ...
Feb 03, 2024•6 min•Season 2024Ep. 24037
From Pepcom in Las Vegas, we got the latest on the state-of-the-art over-the-air tuner and digital recorder from Tablo . Grant Hall, CEO and Founder of Nuvyyo Inc. (the maker of Tablo) explains the features and enhancements that go beyond just OTA programming, and the benefits of not having to have the device directly connected to your router. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: W...
Feb 02, 2024•6 min•Season 2024Ep. 24036
At Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, Larry O'Connor, Founder and CEO of Other World Computing , discuses the latest from OWC, the Thunderblade X8, an 8-SSD array with capacity of up to 32 TB and features the option for RAID 5. We also talk about the prosumer-level Envoy series and what all of the devices add to your productivity. 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...
Feb 01, 2024•10 min•Season 2024Ep. 24035
At Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, Tuomas Lonka, Global Brand & Marketing Director for Urbanista , introduces us to their "light-powered audio" products. They include solar-cell powered headphones that work with both indoor and outdoor light, as well as a set of true wireless earbuds that feature a solar-charging case. The latest addition is the Malibu, a solar-powered, IP67 rated, outdoor activity portable speaker. With the solar charging feature, you can achieve virtually unlimited play time. ...
Feb 01, 2024•5 min•Season 2024Ep. 24034
At Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, we heard about the latest products in the Kensington line from Lisa Schuiteboer-Shuler Global Marketing - Manager, Product Marketing. Lisa covered their new backpacks and messenger bags, laptop privacy screen, lock, keyboard, and docks, including a Thunderbolt 5 dock. 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.t...
Jan 31, 2024•5 min•Season 2024Ep. 24033
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Norbert Frassa, Eric Bolden, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, and Web Bixby continue their MacVoices Live! discussion of what would a successful launch of the Apple Vision Pro look like. The conversation turns to developer challenges and the possibilities for app development. How the Vision Pro might compare to the success stories that are the Apple Watch and iPad, whether the device really needs a "killer app" and more are examined. (Part 2) Take Contro...
Jan 31, 2024•27 min•Season 2024Ep. 24032
At Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, we learned about the latest backup option from Synology . Logan Taylor, Marketing Specialist showed us the new BeeStation, a single-drive device that can be set up in just a few clicks and a scanned QR code. and is perfect for the non-tech user. Boasting web access and a capacity of 1 TB, BeeStation is perfect for those needing easy and secure backup. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a o...
Jan 30, 2024•7 min•Season 2024Ep. 24031
At Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, Marijn van der Wal, CEO of DEN Smarthome demos their very different on the smart lock. The DEN SmartStrike leaves your external hardware intact, and instead puts the automation in the strike. Marijn explains how it works, the degree of control it provides, and the installation requirements. 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.co...
Jan 30, 2024•6 min•Season 2024Ep. 24030
