Our conversation with Joe Kissell about his new title, Take Control of Solving Mac Problems , continues with his thoughts on recovery mode, the importance of RAM capacity, and more insights from the book. Joe also provides valuable guidance for effectively tackling Mac-related challenges in performance and speed. (Part 2) Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:40 Troubleshooting Techniques: Recovery Mode 03:57 RAM Recommendations 05:11 M-series Macs RAM Efficiency 10:35 Interview Insights: ...
Jul 03, 2024•29 min•Season 2024Ep. 24180
Joe Kissell discusses his new book on Mac problem-solving, Take Control of Solving Mac Problelms . He merges and updates elements from tis previous works into a comprehensive guide, emphasizing the importance of techniques like running Disk Utility and more. The evolution of Mac technology, impacts of SSDs and M-series processors, and tips for upgrading older Macs are highlighted. Joe offers some practical advice that anyone can do, even if they aren't technically oriented. (Part 1) Show Notes: ...
Jul 02, 2024•29 min•Season 2024Ep. 24179
The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, and Mark Fuccio look at the veracity and logic of reports that Apple's plans for the evolution of the Vision Pro have changed. Factors discussed included the source of the rumors, Apple's strategic planning, technical insights into chip sets and processing power, and more. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to MacVoices 03:02 Introductions and Aquat...
Jul 02, 2024•24 min•Season 2024Ep. 24178
The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo takes us back to Mike Potter, this time not as the organizer but as a presenter at the Friday workshop sessions. Mike will deliver an introduction to through his journey in using it to deliver Macstock content, and not just for it's streaming capabilities. He discusses the software's integration with Mac's native applications and highlight its various uses, and will shares insights and tips to help others maximize Ecamm Live's potential. Visit Macstock Co...
Jul 01, 2024•23 min•Season 2024Ep. 24177
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs discuss the Surgeon General's proposal for social media warning labels and their potential impact on online behavior. The discussion gets personal as panel members talk about some of their own challenges and the difficulty of breaking habits. We also share an amusing example of why you really need to understand where your text messages are stored and how they sync. Sh...
Jul 01, 2024•31 min•Season 2024Ep. 24176
The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo takes us to a conversation with someone we always learn from, Mike Schmitz of Practical PKM . Mike discusses his workshop that will focus on personal knowledge management, intentional living, and journaling for personal growth. He emphasizes translating complex concepts into practical applications, using vision and values for guidance, and the benefits of journaling with tools like Apple's Journal app. Transitioning to his Macstock presentation, Mike expl...
Jun 28, 2024•29 min•Season 2024Ep. 24175
The MacVoices Update for 2024-06 covers a very productive June series of shows, the new MacVoices Discord, why you should be paying attention to MacVoices Magazine, why you should attend Macstock Conference and Expo, and the month's Support Report. Visit Macstock Conference and Expo and use the MacVoices discount code MACVOICES to save $30 on your registration fee. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24174.mp3 Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvo...
Jun 28, 2024•8 min•Season 2024Ep. 24174
This Road to Macstock Conference and Expo session features another speaker who is not only presenting on the conference stage, but is also delivering one of the Friday workshops. Marty Jencius of the Vision ProFiles podcast discusses his workshop on AI, focusing on practical applications for enhancing work productivity. He emphasizes hands-on learning and aims to provide attendees with three "wow" moments using AI tools. His conference session, in contrast, will focus on helping others find thei...
Jun 28, 2024•25 min•Season 2024Ep. 24173
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs have thoughts on the controversies surrounding Adobe, including user ownership issues and legal actions over subscription practices. Panel members comment on personal experiences with Adobe service pricing and subscription confusion. The discussion turns to privacy-related news, including Sonos' recent change in terms of service, Microsoft's decision to p...
Jun 27, 2024•29 min•Season 2024Ep. 24172
Next up on The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo is a conversation with Kirschen Seah of Free Range Coder about her presentation that will focus on taking your home automation to the next level. How standards like Matter and Thread are improving compatibility with the smart home device universe will be a key aspect of the talk, along with integrating new smart home tools. Visit Macstock Conference and Expo and use Kirschen's discount code, FREERANGECODER, or the MacVoices discount code MACVOI...
Jun 26, 2024•18 min•Season 2024Ep. 24171
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs considered Apple bonds and their tax strategies as an investment alternative to Apple Stock (no investment advice intended!). Then, the MacVoices Live! panel express concerns about transparency and credibility in the software market, especially in light of recent ownership changes in apps like Bartender. The importance of trust and transparency in the tec...
Jun 25, 2024•19 min•Season 2024Ep. 24170
Jill McKinley joins The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo for the second time. Last year she brought a stick. This year, she will focus on the versatility of Notion beyond being "just" a database tool. Jill highlights its project management and productivity features and talks about how she uses it for task management, note-taking, and data organization across devices. Visit Macstock Conference and Expo and use Jill's discount code, SMALLSTEPS, or the MacVoices discount code MACVOICES to save ...
Jun 25, 2024•23 min•Season 2024Ep. 24169
In a financial-focused discussion, the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs try to make sense of the agreement between Apple and OpenIA for the latter's ChatGPT service as part of the upcoming releases of the operating systems, and the lack of money trading hands. The panel then looks to the announcement that Apple's Pay Later option is being discontinued, and at wha...
Jun 24, 2024•29 min•Season 2024Ep. 24168
Another brand new stop on The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo is a conversation with Michael D.J. Eisenberg, The Tech-Savvy Lawyer . Michael discusses about how he became a dedicated Mac user, and how his talk will on insights into using artificial intelligence for automation tools like Hazel, AppleScript, TextExpander, and Microsoft Word. He also offers a tip or two from another passion: coffee. Visit Macstock Conference and Expo and use Michael's discount code, TECHSAVVYLAWYER, or the Mac...
Jun 24, 2024•27 min•Season 2024Ep. 24167
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Brian Flanigan-Arthur take a MacVoices Live! look at a fabricated interview that had Sony apologizing and Ticketmaster's data breach that they seem to be silent on. We wrap up with a discussion of email as social media, audience database management, and the ease of using email for personal interactions in a collaboration software world. This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Magazine , our free magazine on Flipb...
Jun 22, 2024•35 min•Season 2024Ep. 24166
Next up on The Road to Macstock Conference and Exp o is our first with both a Macstock speaker and workshop presenter. Allison Sheridan of The Nosillacast discusses her workshop that will focus on "tiny Mac tips" and her interpretation of the Macstock's "Level Up" theme for the event that will inform her conference session. Allison also shares insights into her other projects like the Programming by Stealth podcast. Visit Macstock Conference and Expo and use Allison's discount code, PODFEET, or ...
Jun 21, 2024•36 min•Season 2024Ep. 24165
The MacVoices Live! panel looks at Sam Altman and OpenAI's recent activities, including their deal with Apple and interest from Microsoft. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs explore Altman's role in AI development and analyze Microsoft's investment in OpenAI. The conversation also covers Spotify's pricing strategies and security issues with Microsoft's Recall feature. Just for fun, we touch on past software products, consumer trends in ...
Jun 20, 2024•27 min•Season 2024Ep. 24164
On The Road to Macstock Conference and Exp o , Brett Terpstra shares some insights about his session on email management strategies. Brett emphasizes the enduring significance of email and will provide tips for efficient organization without complex scripting. While he will focus on what can be done within a given email client, there will also be mentions of third-party tools to assist.. Brett also discusses his projects, such as Bunch and nvUltra, along with his hobby of crafting demotivational...
Jun 20, 2024•24 min•Season 2024Ep. 24163
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs take on a range of topics, from AirTag's successful tool recovery to Google's privacy issues and Microsoft's AI integration. We explore the pros and cons of AI advancements, while considering privacy, job security, and the broader impact of AI in daily life. We look at the automation trend in industries like fast-food chains and supermarkets and the importance of striking a balance between AI utilizati...
Jun 19, 2024•40 min•Season 2024Ep. 24162
David Ginsburg of InTouch with iOS discusses his presentation at the upcoming Macstock Conference and Expo , emphasizing networking and community among Apple and tech enthusiasts. David previews his presentation on Apple services, covering Apple One, iCloud, Apple TV+, Apple Music, Apple News, Apple Arcade, Apple Card, and Apple Care, to name more than a few. He outlines Apple services from various perspectives and tease surprises for the event to engage the audience. The importance of services ...
Jun 19, 2024•15 min•Season 2024Ep. 24161
To wrap up our NAB 2024 coverage, we talked to Glen Mulcahy about his many activities - collaborations with Tilta and LumaTouch , as well as his training work at the CNN Academy preparing journalists for election coverage using mobile technology.He emphasized the need for responsible journalism in the digital era, particularly in combating disinformation and AI manipulation during significant election years. The conversation explores AI-driven disinformation campaigns and ethical dilemmas in lev...
Jun 18, 2024•13 min•Season 2024Ep. 24160
Our next stop on The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo is a conversation with Dave Hamilton of Mac Geek Gab . Dave will be giving attendees a look behind the curtain at his podcast workflow emphasizing efficiency and leveraging technology for productivity. Dave and Chuck both underscore the welcoming atmosphere, networking opportunities, and learning experiences at Macstock. Visit Macstock Conference and Expo and use Dave's discount code MACGEEKGAB or the MacVoices discount code MACVOICES to ...
Jun 18, 2024•43 min•Season 2024Ep. 24159
At NAB in Las Vegas, Michael Shabun, Vice President, Business Development & Marketing at Insta360 North America talks to us shortly after the announcement of the new Insta360 X4 . This feature-packed action camera boasts 8K resolution and an AI 5NM chip for in-camera image processing. It bridges the gap between 360-degree cameras and traditional single-lens cameras, providing commercial-grade quality. Edit the results with their mobile app for seamless footage reframing, empowering users wit...
Jun 17, 2024•6 min•Season 2024Ep. 24158
Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner review the Apple TV+ announcements at Apple Worldwide Developer Conference keynote, focusing on the service's quality-driven strategy and user interface compared to other streaming services. Shows present and future, including Loot , Shrinking , Franklin , and Manhunt were discussed, and a shift towards situational comedies explored. All this content leads to the need for an effective time management plan to watch. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:18 TV Plus Talk with Ch...
Jun 14, 2024•36 min•Season 2024Ep. 24157
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Guy Serle, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Kelly Guimont, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs examine the efforts by Humane Pin to sell the company for substantial amounts of money, and how that reflects on the company's founding, investor motivations, and wearable technology interests. To wrap up, the panel looks at Microsoft's Recall and concerns surrounding privacy and data security, comparing it to other monitoring apps and highlighting potential risks. ...
Jun 14, 2024•34 min•Season 2024Ep. 24156
Our trip down the Road to Macstock Conference and Expo takes us to first-time presenter Brian Flanigan-Arthurs. His unique presentation will discuss navigating sports content in the Apple ecosystem as a cord-cutter. The challenges and advantages of accessing sports content without traditional cable subscriptions, the changing landscape of sports streaming, and the complexities of in-market and out-of-market teams. The delivery of live sports coverage is evolving; Brian's session will help guide ...
Jun 13, 2024•22 min•Season 2024Ep. 24155
At NAB in Las Vegas, Melanie Kubasik, Sales Director for iStorage , discussed their options for securely storing your data whether it is on the desktop or on one of their portable devices. Their solutions encrypt the data on their device, accessible by entering in a numeric code. For the enterprise, the device can have both a user and an administrator password. If the password is entered incorrectly too often, the device securely deletes the data. Melanie talks about the form factors and colors ...
Jun 13, 2024•10 min•Season 2024Ep. 24154
The MacVoices Panel provided their thoughts, opinions, and favorite features on Apple's WWDC keynote announcements in a full-length session that saw panel members coming and going due to schedule commitments. From why we loved the opening skit to the positive reaction as indicated by the Apple stock price, operating system updates to the much anticipated AI (Apple Intelligence) announcements, the panel gave high marks to what some analysts felt would be the most important WWDC keynote in years (...
Jun 12, 2024•1 hr 35 min•Season 2024Ep. 24153
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Guy Serle, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Kelly Guimont, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs examine Spotify's discontinuation of their car device, sparking controversy over sustainability and efforts by users to keep the device functioning, The conversation shifts to Samsung's repair shop policies and the controversy it has sparked. Legal concerns, consumer rights, and Samsung's marketing strategies are explored, with skepticism about their practices, and ...
Jun 11, 2024•29 min•Season 2024Ep. 24152
The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Guy Serle, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Kelly Guimont, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs discuss the rise of the Apple News' importance to a variety of audiences. From being a great way to obtain curated news and access to magazines to growing part of Appel's Services revenue stream to a possible savior for some online publications in the fight to obtain readers and generate revenue of their own, Apple News is no longer bein...
Jun 10, 2024•35 min•Season 2024Ep. 24151
