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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jeff Butts, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, and Jim Rea discuss the on-again-off-again-on-again state of the TikTok ban, capturing the uncertainty and varying perspectives surrounding the situation. From the implications for content creators who depend on the platform to the ownership of influential social media outlets, the panel looks at where things are and where they might go. This MacVoices is supported by Notion. Work faster, write better, and think bigger. You can try Notion for free today at notion.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:08 The Ongoing TikTok Ban Saga 2:38 Perspectives on TikTok's Impact 10:11 User Reliance on Social Media Platforms 14:19 Exploring Alternatives to TikTok 20:30 Legislation and TikTok's Future 24:24 National Security Concerns 30:09 Balancing Tech and Politics Links: Reasons not to ban TikTok: Fans share their favorite viral videos in a last-ditch attempt to prove the platform's value https://www.fastcompany.com/91259524/tiktok-ban-reasons-not-to-users-best-videos-date-nears What Are the Alternatives to TikTok? https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/10/style/tiktok-ban-alternatives.html?unlocked_article_code=1.pU4.52QQ.Nz0bZzY36Bnx&smid=url-share As TikTok faces a US shutdown, here are some alternative apps to check out https://techcrunch.com/2025/01/13/as-tiktok-faces-a-us-shutdown-here-are-some-alternative-apps-to-check-out/ Public Law 118-50 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/COMPS-17758/uslm/COMPS-17758.xml What happens if TikTok is banned? Will app and data disappear? https://www.kget.com/national-news/what-happens-if-tiktok-is-banned-will-app-and-data-disappear/ Guests: Jeff Butts writes for XDA Develpers and groovyPost. Contact him on X as @clefmeister and on Instagram as @recoveringphoenix72. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @[email protected]. Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @[email protected] on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @[email protected]. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @[email protected] on Mastodon. 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 F

At CES Unveiled, we corrected a mistake from last year by talking to Matthew Ungar, Social and Community Manager for Govee to get the information on their latest products. Matthew showed us a new speaker with Govee lighting capabilities and JBL sound components, the Pixel Light that puts images and information on a pixel light panel, and Mini Panel lights that connect together to form whatever pattern you want, no matter what the surface size. 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

Our second visit with Skyted in as many years at CES Unveiled features an update from Founder and CEO Stephene HERSEN on the newest version of their headset that keeps your private conversations private, even if you are in public. Chuck received a demo that yielded impressive results. 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

This MacVoices Live! starts off with some commentary by Chuck Joiner on what he saw and what happened at CES 2025. Those included an affirmation of Apple's focus on privacy as well as a misstep by Dell that resulted in a less-than-ideal press conference. The panel of David Ginsburg, Jeff Butts, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, and Jim Rea look at some notable apps suffering from a different kind of private data leak. This MacVoices is supported by Notion. Work faster, write better, and think bigger. You can try Notion for free today at notion.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:06 Introduction to MacVoices 18:33 Dell's Naming Controversy at CES 24:35 Confusion for Consumers 28:14 Data Breach and Privacy Issues Links: Apple privacy exec lauds company initiatives, defends stance on encryption https://appleinsider.com/articles/20/01/08/apple-privacy-exec-lauds-company-initiatives-defends-stance-on-encryption Dell mocked at its own press launch for copying Apple's names https://9to5mac.com/2025/01/07/dell-mocked-at-its-own-press-launch-for-copying-apples-naming-convention/ Massive data breach exposes precise locations for users of popular apps https://9to5mac.com/2025/01/13/massive-data-breach-exposes-precise-locations-for-users-of-popular-apps/ Guests: Jeff Butts writes for XDA Develpers and groovyPost. Contact him on X as @clefmeister and on Instagram as @recoveringphoenix72. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @[email protected]. Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @[email protected] on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @[email protected]. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @[email protected] on Mastodon. Ben Roethig has been in the Apple Ecosystem since the System 7 Days. He is the a former Associate Editor with Geek Beat, Co-Founder of The Tech Hangout and Deconstruct and currently shares his thoughts on RoethigTech. Contact him on Twitter and Mastodon. 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook:

At CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, Ohto Pentikäinen, Co-Founder and CEO of Doublepoint, tells us about WowMouse, a utility that gives you point and click control of your iPhone, Mac and smart home devices from your Apple Watch. Ohto outlines why it is free for users, some of the other options it offers, and how to get it. 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

At CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, Lianuan (Ben) Yu, the Founder & CEO of Monar, covers the feature of their "canvas speaker" that not only can play your favorite music, is also entertainment for your eyes. Monar can display song lyrics, over 50,000 classic art images, and your own photos. It can even create art based on the music that you are playing. 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

At Unveiled, the first event of the week at CES in Las Vegas, LiquidView was displaying a window that is a display…or a display that is a window. Dr. Evan Kletter, VP of Health Evidence, talked us through the specifications, the quality of their content and the health benefits of looking out at a beautiful scene, even if it is't really just outside your window. Show Notes: Chapters: 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

At CES Unveiled in Las Vegas we talked to Wei-Li (Summer) Chen of Overseas Business Development for FREE Bionics. She was wearing their device that can assist those who have suffered a leg, knee, or hip injury during convalescence. The status of FDA approval, the target audience, and when you can expect it are all part of the conversation. Show Notes: Chapters: 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

On the floor at CES Unveiled, David Hogan, Vice President & General Manager of ELEHEAR provided an introduction to their earbuds that can not only diagnose and alleviate some hearing loss, but also act as an in-ear AI translator via their app. With a variety of options and capabilities, ELEHEAR is a great way to address hearing loss. 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

We caught up with Franci Zidar, CEO of Bird Buddy at CES Unveiled to discuss the crowdfunding success of their product AI powered bird feeder that that identifies birds as they visit. That has led to both a new company, Wonder, as well as new products that has led to both a new company, Wonder, as well as new products for your garden, Petal and Wonder Blocks. 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

At CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, our first stop was to talk to Alex Cammarano, Senior Managing Director of FlowStop, about their inflatable device that can help protect your home or office building from flooding. Alex demonstrates its ease of use, strength, and portability. 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Patrice Brend'amour debate the benefits of the Apple TV+ free weekend, and then continue with some disagreements on whether the EU's interoperability demands' benefits are worth the privacy and security risks. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by our Patreon supporters. Get access to the MacVoices Slack and MacVoices After Dark and help support the show by joining in at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:09 Introduction to Mac Voices Live 17:32 Apple TV Plus Free Weekend 27:59 EU Interoperability Laws and Privacy Risks 32:23 Closing Remarks and Support Information Links: Apple says EU interoperability laws pose severe privacy risks https://appleinsider.com/articles/24/12/19/apple-says-eu-interoperability-laws-pose-severe-privacy-risks Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at [email protected], on Mastodon at @[email protected], on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @[email protected]. Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @[email protected] on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @[email protected] Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @[email protected] on Mastodon. Patrice Brend'amour is the creator, advocate and Product Manager of a global healthcare software initiative, which is not only pushing the industry to provide user-centered solutions using the latest advances in UX and technology, but also advancing the sharing of medical information between healthcare providers across the world. She is also an avid podcaster, mainly in the technology space, as well as a maintainer and contributor to a number of open source projects. Everything she does can be linked to from The Patrice, You can follow her on Twitter, and engage with her on the podcast, Foodie Flashback. Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoic

The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Patrice Brend'amour look at how the loss of bootable backups impacts user convenience as well as security. Netflix was successful with Christmas day football, but does that make them a viable sports streamer? MacVoices is supported by Take Control Books: The Answers You Need Now, From Leading Experts. Start your library now. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:10 The Era of Bootable Backups 16:32 Netflix Joins the Sports Streaming Arena Links: It's Time to Move On from Bootable Backups - TidBITS https://tidbits.com/2024/12/23/its-time-to-move-on-from-bootable-backups/ Bootable backups have been deprecated for several years https://bombich.com/blog/2024/12/19/bootable-backups-have-been-deprecated-for-several-years acOS 15 Sequoia's Excessive Permissions Prompts Will Hurt Security https://tidbits.com/2024/08/12/macos-15-sequoias-excessive-permissions-prompts-will-hurt-security/ Netflix smashes records with NFL doubleheader on Christmas Day https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/43173264/netflix-smashes-records-nfl-doubleheader-christmas-day Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at [email protected], on Mastodon at @[email protected], on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @[email protected]. Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @[email protected] on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @[email protected] Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @[email protected] on Mastodon. Patrice Brend'amour is the creator, advocate and Product Manager of a global healthcare software initiative, which is not only pushing the industry to provide user-centered solutions using the latest advances in UX and technology, but also advancing the sharing of medical information between healthcare providers across the world. She is also an avid podcaster, mainly in the technology space, as well as a maintainer and contributor to a number of open source projects

Reacting to some recent security developments, The FBI is recommending utilizing encrypted chat programs like Apple's Messages. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Mark Fuccio discuss how and why this change of position affects users, especially those who cross platforms, and why the FBI's position is inconsistently consistent. Then, an iCloud discussion breaks out among the panel based on the dismissal of a lawsuit. MacVoices is supported by Notion. Work Faster, write better, think bigger with Notion. Learn more at notion.com/macvoices Show Notes: Chapters: 00:10 FBI Encryption and iCloud Debate 01:21 Encryption: A Double-Edged Sword 14:06 iCloud Lawsuit Dismissed 25:02 iCloud Backup and Transfer Insights 34:06 Buying Cars on Amazon Links: US Officials Recommend Encryption Apps Amid Chinese Telecom Hacking https://www.wired.com/story/encryption-apps-chinese-telecom-hacking-hydra-russia-exxon/ Apple dodges class action lawsuit over iCloud's 5GB free tier and more https://9to5mac.com/2024/12/06/apple-icloud-5gb-lawsuit-tossed/ Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at [email protected], on Mastodon at @[email protected], on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Mark Fuccio is actively involved in high tech startup companies, both as a principle at piqsure.com, or as a marketing advisor through his consulting practice Tactics Sells High Tech, Inc. Mark was a proud investor in Microsoft from the mid-1990's selling in mid 2000, and hopes one day that MSFT will be again an attractive investment. You can contact Mark through Twitter, LinkedIn, or on Mastodon. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @[email protected]. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @[email protected] on Mastodon. 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Mark Fuccio represent both Apple Vision Pro owners and those still waiting to get one discuss the possibility of third-party controllers for the device, Options and uses that include productivity, gaming, and media consumption could all be changed with the addition of hardware controllers…but would it be a good idea? MacVoices is supported by Notion. Work Faster, write better, think bigger with Notion. Learn more at notion.com/macvoices Show Notes: Chapters: 00:10 Introduction to Apple Vision Pro Controllers 06:41 The Debate on Gaming Control 08:10 Hand Controllers: A Developer's Perspective 10:05 Perspectives on Gaming with Vision Pro 15:28 Balancing Gaming and Unique Features 18:53 Expanding the Vision Pro User Base 22:43 The Future of Vision Pro and Gaming 26:28 Immersive Experiences and Potential 32:32 The Sphere Experience and Comparisons 34:20 Conclusion and Future Prospects Links: Apple has reportedly approached Sony to partner on Apple Vision Pro controllers https://appleinsider.com/articles/24/12/08/third-party-controllers-may-bring-more-games-to-apple-vision-pro Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at [email protected], on Mastodon at @[email protected], on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @[email protected]. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @[email protected] on Mastodon. 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, and Web Bixby have some disagreements over a recent study by the Drucker Institute that proclaimed Apple the best-managed company in the United States. The methodology of how such a determination can be made,Tim Cook's management strategies, the impact of product rollouts like the Mac mini are all part of the discussion. MacVoices is supported by Notion. Work Faster, write better, think bigger with Notion. Learn more at notion.com/macvoices Show Notes: Chapters: 0:11 Podcast Introduction 30:26 Apple: Best Managed Company Debate 30:36 Conclusion and Listener Engagement Links: Apple is the best-managed company in the US, ranking claims https://9to5mac.com/2024/12/09/apple-is-the-best-managed-company-in-the-us-ranking-claims/ Ranking America's Best Management Companies https://www.cgu.edu/news/2024/12/ranking-americas-best-management-companies/ 2024 Data Sources for the Drucker Institute's Company Rankings https://drucker.institute/2024-data-sources-for-the-drucker-institutes-company-rankings/ Data Questions https://drucker.institute/data-questions/ Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at [email protected], on Mastodon at @[email protected], on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @[email protected]. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @[email protected] on Mastodon. 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

The implications of Pat Gelsinger stepping down as Chairman of Intel are discussed and debated by the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, and Mark Fuccio. Will his successor be able to bring Intel back from the brink? Will the company need to divest itself of some divisions to survive? Where does Intel stand in an environment where nanometer processes and AI chip demands are the norm? MacVoices is supported by the 2024 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide. Great gift ideas to give and get from your MacVoices friends. Look for the shows in the feeds and on our YouTube and Vimeo channels, and check out the master list on the link above. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:10 Introduction to Intel's Leadership Change 16:39 Intel's Engineer Sentiments on Gelsinger 20:38 Looking Ahead in the Tech Landscape Links: Intel's CEO Pat Gelsinger has suddenly retired https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/intels-ceo-pat-gelsinger-has-suddenly-retired-151410215.html Guests: Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @[email protected]. Mark Fuccio is actively involved in high tech startup companies, both as a principle at piqsure.com, or as a marketing advisor through his consulting practice Tactics Sells High Tech, Inc. Mark was a proud investor in Microsoft from the mid-1990's selling in mid 2000, and hopes one day that MSFT will be again an attractive investment. You can contact Mark through Twitter, LinkedIn, or on Mastodon. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @[email protected]. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @[email protected] on Mastodon. Ben Roethig has been in the Apple Ecosystem since the System 7 Days. He is the a former Associate Editor with Geek Beat, Co-Founder of The Tech Hangout and Deconstruct and currently shares his thoughts on RoethigTech. Contact him on Twitter and Mastodon. 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

The MacVoices Update for 2024-12 ends up being the last show of the year. Chuck looks back on the month's shows, talks about the upcoming MacVoices publication and live schedules, and adds some New Year's resolutions before delivering the Support Report. Show Notes: Chapters: Links: MacVoices on Patreon 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

In the last edition of TV+ Talk for 2024, Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner reveal some of their favorite Apple TV+ shows of the year, and discuss the successes of the streamer, and some areas where they could do better going forward. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:04 Introduction to TV Plus Talk 01:04 Favorite Shows of 2024 03:17 Exploring Comedy on Apple TV+ 05:50 Comparing with Network TV Comedies 08:36 The Appeal of Shrinking 12:28 Anticipating 2025 Releases 15:56 New Spin-offs and Expansions 18:03 Concerns Over Quality and Quantity 21:27 Upcoming Apple TV+ Shows 23:58 Reflecting on Apple TV+ Journey 26:36 The Future of Live Sports 34:20 Jon Stewart's Controversy 38:38 Wrapping Up 2024 Guests: Charlotte Henry is a media junkie, covering how Apple is not just a revolutionary tech firm, but a revolutionary media firm. She is based in London, writes and broadcasts for various outlets, and is the author of Not Buying It, an examination of fake news. You can find her on her The Addition blog, her podcast, in her The Addition newsletter on substack, and on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

In an investment-focused episode, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, and Mark Fuccio discuss how football star Rob Gronkowski (Gronk) made an Apple investment we all wish we had, and the surprising source of the advice. The discussion then turns to the Apple Card, Apple Savings Account, how the interest rates stack up against the competition, and whether the ease and speed of access constitute a competitive advantage. Today's MacVoices is supported by 1Password and their new 1Password Extended Access Management. Security for the way we work today, Learn all about the problems it solves at 1Password.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:05 Gronk's Apple Investment 05:23 Apple Card Savings Rates 12:50 AirTags and Airline Experiences 25:30 Apple's Regulatory Challenges Links: NFL's Gronk calls Apple his best-ever investment https://appleinsider.com/articles/24/11/26/nfls-gronk-calls-apple-his-best-ever-investment Airline Told Passenger His Bag Was Lost, Even though His AirTag Said It Was Nearby https://www.mactrast.com/2024/11/airlines-told-passenger-his-bag-was-lost-even-though-his-airtag-said-it-was-nearby/#google_vignette Here's How the Apple Card Savings Account's Interest Rate Compares to Major Competitors https://www.macrumors.com/2024/11/27/apple-card-savings-rate-comparison/ Guests: Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @[email protected]. Mark Fuccio is actively involved in high tech startup companies, both as a principle at piqsure.com, or as a marketing advisor through his consulting practice Tactics Sells High Tech, Inc. Mark was a proud investor in Microsoft from the mid-1990's selling in mid 2000, and hopes one day that MSFT will be again an attractive investment. You can contact Mark through Twitter, LinkedIn, or on Mastodon. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @[email protected]. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @[email protected] on Mastodon. Ben Roethig has been in the Apple Ecosystem since the System 7 Days. He is the a former Associate Editor with Geek Beat, Co-Founder of The Tech Hangout and Deconstruct and currently shares his thoughts on RoethigTech. Contact him on Twitter and Mastodon. 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http

The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, and Mark Fuccio look at a new option that may get around GM's anti-CarPlay stance, and what it means for customers, then share some of the items that were on the "buy" list for the Black Friday schedule. Today's MacVoices is supported by 1Password and their new 1Password Extended Access Management. Security for the way we work today, Learn all about the problems it solves at 1Password.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:10 Welcome to MacVoices 11:26 GM's CarPlay Kit Discussion 16:51 Black Friday Purchases Confessions 27:46 Notable Purchases and Experiences Links: GM's mission to eliminate Android Auto and CarPlay has been thwarted by this clever third-party kit https://9to5google.com/2024/11/27/gm-android-auto-carplay-ev-kit OWC Gemini Thunderbolt Dock and Dual-Bay RAID External Storage Enclosure https://amzn.to/3BOeE9B NOCO Boost Plus GB40 1000A UltraSafe Car Battery Jump Starter, 12V Jump Starter Battery Pack https://amzn.to/49VaTf6 Amazon Fire TV 55" Omni Mini-LED Series, QLED 4K UHD smart TV, Dolby Vision IQ, Ambient Experience https://amzn.to/4iQ7VN0 SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless - Gaming Mouse https://amzn.to/4fvJMIB Beats Solo 4 - Wireless Bluetooth On-Ear Headphones https://amzn.to/4fGjhQJ Apple AirPods Max Wireless Over-Ear Headphones https://amzn.to/40ethLJ OWC Express 1M2 Portable NVMe Thunderbolt (USB-C) SSD USB4 Ultra Fast External SSD Drive with Aluminum Heat Sink Enclosure https://amzn.to/49RtOYh eufy Security by Anker SmartTrack Card https://amzn.to/4gRfl0D Aluratek Wireless CarPlay Adapter https://amzn.to/4gxU8cg BlueAnt Soundblade Under Monitor Soundbar https://amzn.to/4gwe0fQ MacVoices #24013: CES Unveiled – BlueAnt's Soundblade Desktop Soundbar Sounds Great https://macvoices.com/macvoices-24013-ces-unveiled-blueants-soundblade-desktop-soundbar-sounds-great/ Guests: Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @[email protected]. Mark Fuccio is actively involved in high tech startup companies, both as a principle at piqsure.com, or as a marketing advisor through his consulting practice Tactics Sells High Tech, Inc. Mark was a proud investor in Microsoft from the mid-1990's selling in mid 2000, and hopes one day that MSFT will be again an attractive investment. You can contact Mark through Twitter, LinkedIn, or on Mastodon. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @[email protected]. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @[email protected] on Mastodon. Ben Roethig has been in the Apple Ecosystem since the System 7 Days. He is the a former Associate Editor with Geek Beat, Co-Founder of The Tech Hangout and Deconstruct and currently shares his thoughts on RoethigTech. Contact him on Twitter and Mastodon. Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a

The MacVoices Live! Holiday Party rolls on with discussions about an Australian age limit for social media, the return of a controversial Microsoft feature, a big benchmark for Bitcoin, and a software sale of note that runs well into the New Year. The panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flaningan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Jim Rea (and Brittany Smith, who couldn't stay for this part) wish you and yours the very best of holidays! Today's MacVoices is supported by 1Password and their new 1Password Extended Access Management. Security for the way we work today, Learn all about the problems it solves at 1Password.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:11 Social Media Age Limits 07:08 Microsoft's Recall Feature 19:11 Bitcoin Boom 30:52 Holiday Software Sale Links: Australia bans social media for children under-16 https://www.fastcompany.com/91238287/australia-bans-social-media-children-under-16 UK internet watchdog gives social media companies three months to improve safety or face huge fines https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/uk-internet-watchdog-gives-social-media-companies-three-months-to-improve-safety-or-face-huge-fines-130018908.html Microsoft Recall screenshots credit cards and Social Security numbers, even with the "sensitive information" filter enabled https://www.tomshardware.com/software/windows/microsoft-recall-screenshots-credit-cards-and-social-security-numbers-even-with-the-sensitive-information-filter-enabled Bitcoin price breaks the $100,000 barrier for the first time https://www.engadget.com/computing/bitcoin-price-breaks-the-100000-barrier-for-the-first-time-042918884.html Winterfest: https://www.artisanalsoftwarefestival.com/ Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at [email protected], on Mastodon at @[email protected], on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @[email protected]. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @[email protected]. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @[email protected] on Mastodon. 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.inst

Our MacVoices Live! holiday party features discussions on the Silo two-season renewal, AirTags and travel, and Apple Vision Pro as "Innovation of the Year" award from Popular Mechanics. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flaningan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Brittany Smith, and Jim Rea also look at the Apple Store winners as well as user privacy issues. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24302.mp3 MacVoices is supported by the 2024 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide. Great gift ideas to give and get from your MacVoices friends. Look for the shows in the feeds and on our YouTube and Vimeo channels, and check out the master list on the link above. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:14 Opening Remarks 03:28 Holiday Greetings and Decorations 03:35 Guests Join the Festivities 05:02 Apple's Silo Renewal Announcement 12:35 Tracking Luggage with AirTags 17:23 Apple Vision Pro Innovation of the Year 19:59 Exploring Other Innovative Products 23:51 App Store Award Winners Discussion 27:00 Game of the Year and Thrasher 34:27 Competition in Headset Market 40:29 Google and Samsung Headset Insights 46:40 Privacy Concerns with Google Products 55:12 Looking Ahead to CES 2024 Links: Apple officially renews sci-fi drama Silo for two more seasons to close out the story https://9to5mac.com/2024/12/16/apple-tv-renews-silo-2/ United and Air Canada can now use Apple AirTags to track lost luggage https://techcrunch.com/2024/12/12/united-and-air-canada-can-now-use-apple-airtags-to-track-lost-luggage/ Apple Vision Pro Named 2024 'Innovation of the Year' https://www.macrumors.com/2024/12/11/vision-pro-named-innovation-of-the-year/ Apple Reveals iPhone App of the Year and More 2024 App Store Awards https://www.macrumors.com/2024/12/11/2024-app-store-award-winners/ Google and Samsung Android XR headset takes on Vision Pro https://www.cultofmac.com/news/google-and-samsung-android-xr-headset Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at [email protected], on Mastodon at @[email protected], on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @[email protected]. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @[email protected]. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @[email protected] on Mastodon. Brittany Smith is a trained cognitive neuroscientist who provides ADD/ADHD, technology, and productivity coaching through her business, Devise and Conquer, along with companion video courses for folks with ADHD. She's also the cofounder of The ADHD Guild, a community for nerdy folks with ADHD. She, herself, is a self-designated "well-rounded gee

Our conversation with Kirk McElhearn, the author of the new Take Control of Apple Media Apps, continues with explorations of Apple's Books and Music apps from an audiobook perspective. The advantage of using Audible's app are covers, particularly if using the Apple Watch. Kirk also discusses the Apple Music Classical app, Siri's limitations with music command, and more. (Part 2) MacVoices is supported by the 2024 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide. Great gift ideas to give and get from your MacVoices friends. Look for the shows in the feeds and on our YouTube and Vimeo channels, and check out the master list on the link above. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:10 Introduction to Apple Media Apps 00:36 Exploring the Books and Audiobooks App 03:12 The Apple Watch Experience 06:57 The New Apple Music Classical App 12:50 Jazz Music and Potential App Ideas 17:00 Comparing Apple Music and Spotify 18:09 Who Should Read This Book? 20:05 Understanding Apple Media for Everyone 23:50 Conclusion and Resources for More Information Links: Take Control of Apple Media Apps by Kirk McElhearn Guests: Kirk McElhearn writes about Macs, iPods, iTunes, books, music and more. He is a regular contributor to TidBITS, as well as several other web sites and magazines. He is an avid podcaster who's shows include The Next Track, The Committed, The Intego Mac Podcast, PhotoActive and The Zen of Everything. You can follow him on Twitter, and visit his personal web site, Kirkville. 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

The latest Take Control Books release comes from Kirk McElhearn. Take Control of Apple Media Apps covers Apple Music and Podcasts as well as The Apple TV and Books apps. Kirk talks about the evolution of this book and how an understanding of their similarities and the near-complete feature parity can help you get more out of them. Usability, rather than continuous feature introduction, has resulted in mature (in a good way) apps that let you use their content intuitively. The Apple TV app gets special attention in the discussion. (Part 1) MacVoices is supported by the 2024 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide. Great gift ideas to give and get from your MacVoices friends. Look for the shows in the feeds and on our YouTube and Vimeo channels, and check out the master list on the link above. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:09 Introduction to MacVoices 01:33 A New Take Control Book 02:39 Covering All Apple Devices 07:00 Advanced Features in Apple Apps 12:15 Stability vs. New Features 15:40 The TV App Experience 18:40 Apple's Media Apps as Stores 20:12 Keeping Media Libraries Efficient Links: Take Control of Apple Media Apps by Kirk McElhearn Guests: Kirk McElhearn writes about Macs, iPods, iTunes, books, music and more. He is a regular contributor to TidBITS, as well as several other web sites and magazines. He is an avid podcaster who's shows include The Next Track, The Committed, The Intego Mac Podcast, PhotoActive and The Zen of Everything. You can follow him on Twitter, and visit his personal web site, Kirkville. 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

The Department of Justice's proposal for Google to divest Chrome generates a debate on the pros, cons, and likelihood of that ever happening between Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Jim Rea. The panel contrasts the implications for America's tech leadership and navigates the nuances of monopoly versus competition. Finally, Microsoft has a new small computer that looks suspiciously like one of our Apple favorites…but charges a subscription to make to work. Worth the money? What do you think? MacVoices is supported by the 2024 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide. Great gift ideas to give and get from your MacVoices friends. Look for the shows in the feeds and on our YouTube and Vimeo channels, and check out the master list on the link above. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:03 The DOJ vs. Google 04:32 Google's Monopolistic Concerns 05:37 The Article's Credibility 17:38 Broader Implications of DOJ Proposals 18:28 Exploring the Verge Article 22:05 Likelihood of Breakup 22:44 Microsoft's Subscription Strategy 25:07 The Rise of Online-Only Devices 30:21 Evaluating Cost vs. Benefit 35:23 Thanksgiving Traditions and Reflections 47:08 Personal Thanksgiving Favorites Links: DOJ's staggering proposal would hurt consumers and America's global technological leadership https://blog.google/outreach-initiatives/public-policy/doj-search-remedies-nov-2024/ The DOJ wants to force Google to sell Chrome. What would a Google-less Chrome mean for your browser? https://news.northeastern.edu/2024/11/22/doj-chrome-google-breakup/ Chromium (web browser) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chromium_(web_browser) Google's Government Foes Are Aiming Too High https://www.wsj.com/tech/googles-government-foes-are-aiming-too-high-63ad5d43?mod=Searchresults_pos3&page=1 DOJ says Google must sell Chrome to crack open its search monopoly https://www.theverge.com/2024/11/20/24300617/doj-google-search-antitrust-chrome-breakup An investigation reveals how phone coordinates collected by US data broker Datastream expose the movements of US military and intelligence workers in Germany https://www.wired.com/story/phone-data-us-soldiers-spies-nuclear-germany/ 'Graykey' Tool Used by Law Enforcement Can Only Partially Unlock iOS 18 Devices https://www.macrumors.com/2024/11/19/graykey-ios-18-partial-unlock/ Microsoft announces Mac mini-sized PC, but it only works online https://9to5mac.com/2024/11/19/microsoft-mac-mini-desktop-pc/ Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at [email protected], on Mastodon at @[email protected], on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @[email protected]. Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @[email protected] on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @[email protected]. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circ

David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Jim Rea debate a U.S. senator's most recent tech assault, this time on the entity that controls the dot-com domains. Then, we get in the holiday spirit (or not) by discussing the furor over Coca-Cola's AI-generated holiday ads, whether it is justified, and the factors driving the controversy. MacVoices is supported by the 2024 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide. Great gift ideas to give and get from your MacVoices friends. Look for the shows in the feeds and on our YouTube and Vimeo channels, and check out the master list on the link above. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:06 Introduction to MacVoices 00:44 VeriSign's Monopoly Debate 08:01 The Role of AI in Advertising 16:15 Controversy Over Coca-Cola's AI Ads 19:01 Public Reaction and Implications 26:10 Closing Thoughts Links: Elizabeth Warren Calls for Crackdown on Internet 'Monopoly' You've Never Heard of https://www.wired.com/story/elizabeth-warren-calls-for-crackdown-verisign/ Can we all just calm down about Coke's AI holiday commercials? https://www.fastcompany.com/91232921/can-we-all-just-calm-down-about-cokes-ai-holiday-commercials Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at [email protected], on Mastodon at @[email protected], on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @[email protected]. Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @[email protected] on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @[email protected]. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @[email protected] on Mastodon. 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice

The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Jim Rea praise Tim Cook's political acumen and discuss how other CEOs are trying to copy it. The discussion turns to Drake's allegations of favoritism and why they seem unlikely, and then to an update on MacBook Pro speaker repairs and what you need to know. MacVoices is supported by the 2024 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide. Great gift ideas to give and get from your MacVoices friends. Look for the shows in the feeds and on our YouTube and Vimeo channels, and check out the master list on the link above. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:06 Introduction to MacVoices 04:11 Introducing the Panel 07:09 Tim Cook's Political Strategy 16:34 Drake's Accusations Against Apple 19:16 Legal Implications of Drake's Claims 23:51 Apple MacBook Pro Speaker Repairs 32:50 Closing Remarks and Support Information Links: Insta360 Link 2 Other CEOs want to copy Tim Cook's uber-simple Trump strategy https://9to5mac.com/2024/11/25/other-ceos-want-to-copy-tim-cooks-trump-strategy-and-it-couldnt-be-simpler/ Drake ropes Siri into his feud with rival Kendrick Lamar, for some reason https://appleinsider.com/articles/24/11/26/drake-ropes-siri-into-his-feud-with-rival-kendrick-lamar-for-some-reason Apple is changing how MacBook Pro speakers are replaced and it could make repairs cheaper https://www.engadget.com/computing/laptops/apple-is-changing-how-macbook-pro-speakers-are-replaced-and-it-could-make-repairs-cheaper-175356909.html Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at [email protected], on Mastodon at @[email protected], on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @[email protected]. Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @[email protected] on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @[email protected]. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @[email protected] on Mastodon. Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation

https://youtu.be/cG94yoA4Ybg The sixth 2024 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide wraps up with bag picks, tool picks, tech picks, and more. Kelly Guimont, Ben Roethig, Kirk McElhearn, and Chuck Joiner do the picking, you do the shopping. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Magazine, our free magazine on Flipboard. Updated daily with the best articles on the web to help you do more with your Apple gear and adjacent tech, access MacVoices Magazine content on Flipboard, on the web, or in your favorite RSS reader. Show Notes: Links: Kelly Guimont's Picks: Tom Bihn All-Fabric 3D Organizer Cube https://www.tombihn.com/products/3d-organizer-cube-fabric-mesh?variant=40577878343 Leatherman Custom Shop https://www.leatherman.com/customshop Leatherman Skeletool, 7-in-1 Lightweight, Minimalist Multi-tool https://amzn.to/41wubW7 Leatherman Micra, Keychain Multi-tool https://amzn.to/3OQVbb8 Ben Roethig's Picks: Beats Solo 4 - Wireless Bluetooth On-Ear Headphones https://amzn.to/4gxXuMg SetApp https://setapp.sjv.io/c/3470153/344537/5114 Kirk McElhearn's Picks: LEGO Architecture Notre-Dame de Paris Replica, Architectural Model Kit, Collectible Building https://amzn.to/3VECyef Oppenheimer - 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray + Digital https://amzn.to/3ZAyA7z Chuck Joiner's Picks: STM Saga Backpack for Laptop, 15" https://amzn.to/3ZPblrH OWC Drive Dock USB-C Dual Drive Bay Solution, USB 3.1 Gen 2 https://amzn.to/3OUqHoU Seagate BarraCuda 4TB Internal Hard Drive HDD – 3.5 Inch Sata 6 Gb/s 5400 RPM 256MB Cache https://amzn.to/3ZT8RZH Guests: Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. You can also hear her on The Aftershow with Mike Rose, and she still has more to say which she saves for Twitter and Mastodon. Ben Roethig has been in the Apple Ecosystem since the System 7 Days. He is the a former Associate Editor with Geek Beat, Co-Founder of The Tech Hangout and Deconstruct and currently shares his thoughts on RoethigTech. Contact him on Twitter and Mastodon. Kirk McElhearn writes about Macs, iPods, iTunes, books, music and more. He is a regular contributor to TidBITS, as well as several other web sites and magazines. He is an avid podcaster who's shows include The Next Track, The Committed, The Intego Mac Podcast, PhotoActive and The Zen of Everything. You can follow him on Twitter, and visit his personal web site, Kirkville. 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

Our next 2024 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide features picks from Kelly Guimont, Ben Roethig, Kirk McElhearn, and Chuck Joiner, and include games and gaming gear, outdoor-use products, and more. (Part 1) 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: Links: Kelly Guimont's Picks: Cnoc TKO 1L Vesica Collapsible Bottle, 28mm https://cnocoutdoors.com/products/tko-1l-28mm-vesica-collapsible-bottle HYDAWAY Collapsible Water Bottle - 17oz I Reusable Water Bottles with Flip Top Lid https://amzn.to/4gstCAM Thank Goodness You're Here https://thankgoodness.game/ NYXI WIZARD Switch Controller, Wizard switch controller with Hall Effect Joystick, Programmable, Mechanical Trigger, 6-Axis Gyro https://amzn.to/3ZMhBAK Ben Roethig's Picks: Logitech MX Anywhere 3S Compact Wireless Mouse https://amzn.to/4gstCAM Kirk McElhearn's Picks: Logitech MX Master 3S - Wireless Performance Mouse https://amzn.to/3VyFqcP The Long Dark https://www.thelongdark.com/ Chuck Joiner's Picks: ShiftCam SnapGrip - Mobile Phone Camera Grip with Wireless Shutter Button https://amzn.to/3BeW1vj YOREPEK 2 Layer Golf Trunk Organizer, Waterproof Car Golf Locker with Separate Ventilated Compartment for 2 Pair Shoes, Golf Trunk Storage for Balls, Tees, Clothes, Gloves https://amzn.to/4g6L5Pt Guests: Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. You can also hear her on The Aftershow with Mike Rose, and she still has more to say which she saves for Twitter and Mastodon. Ben Roethig has been in the Apple Ecosystem since the System 7 Days. He is the a former Associate Editor with Geek Beat, Co-Founder of The Tech Hangout and Deconstruct and currently shares his thoughts on RoethigTech. Contact him on Twitter and Mastodon. Kirk McElhearn writes about Macs, iPods, iTunes, books, music and more. He is a regular contributor to TidBITS, as well as several other web sites and magazines. He is an avid podcaster who's shows include The Next Track, The Committed, The Intego Mac Podcast, PhotoActive and The Zen of Everything. You can follow him on Twitter, and visit his personal web site, Kirkville. 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

The second part of the fifth MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide for 2024 has picks for Apple Watch enthusiasts, TV watchers, readers…and even scuba divers. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Brittany Smith, and Jim Rea join Chuck Joiner make the choices and explain why they love them. (Part 2) Today's MacVoices is supported by 1Password and their new 1Password Extended Access Management. Security for the way we work today, Learn about the problems it solves at 1Password.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Links: Brian Flanigan-Arthurs' Picks: omee 8 Pack Compatible with Apple-Watch-Ultra-Band 49mm 46mm 45mm 44mm for Men Women,Breathable Trail Loop+Alpine Loop+Ocean Band for Ultra 2/Ultra iWatch Serie 10 9 8 7 6 SE 5 4 3 2 1 https://amzn.to/4gqiG6Q Watch Band Storage Case for 32 Watch Straps, Watch Band Holder and Organizer Compatible with Apple Watch Bands and Other Accessories https://amzn.to/4glGjx8 Anker 332 USB-C Hub (5-in-1) with 4K HDMI Display, 5Gbps - and 2 5Gbps USB-A Data Ports https://amzn.to/3D1Ncpc Brittany Smith's Picks: Magnetic Phone Tripod Mount Adapter with 1/4"-20 Hole Compatible with MagSafe for iPhone https://amzn.to/3ZpE5Gm Nearsighted Snorkel Gear, Nearsighted Dry Snorkel Mask Set for Adult Youth, Nearsighted Anti Fog Diving Mask with Detachable Camera Mount & Adjustable Strap for Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Freediving https://amzn.to/4gsdq2C Crazy Aaron's Rose Gold Thinking Putty https://amzn.to/3ZjBcGY Carex Day-Light Classic Plus Bright Light Therapy Lamp - 10,000 LUX Light Therapy Lamp At 12 Inches, Sunlight Lamp, Daylight Lamp, Therapy Light For Low Energy Levels https://amzn.to/41wgUwq Jim Rea's Picks: CANARY Box Cutter [Non-Stick Fluorine Coating Blade] https://amzn.to/3VsKOhv Glocusent Book Light, 3-Color & 6-Brightness Reading Light, Bendable Neck Light, 80-hr Lasting Rechargeable Lamp https://amzn.to/41kTWZl Genesis GV60 https://www.genesis.com/us/en/gv60 Twinkly Lights https://amzn.to/3ZMEEeC Chuck Joiner's Picks: Tablo 4th Gen 2-Tuner Over-The-Air (OTA) DVR + 35-Mile Indoor TV Antenna https://amzn.to/3ZLamJd Simple Houseware Standing Coat and Hat Hanger Organizer https://amzn.to/3VBeKYL ORICO 5-Pack Hard Drive Carrying Case Protective Box for 3.5/2.5 Inch SSD HDD https://amzn.to/41w9NEn Guests: 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Brittany Smith, and Jim Rea join Chuck Joiner for MacVoices 2024 Holiday Gift Guide #5. Gift picks ranged from practical to, "I didn't know that even existed!" See what surprises could be in store for holiday gift giving or getting. (Part 1) Today's MacVoices is supported by 1Password and their new 1Password Extended Access Management. Security for the way we work today, Learn about the problems it solves at 1Password.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Links: Brian Flanigan-Arthurs' Picks: Ember cup - $150 (14oz) https://amzn.to/41p8Opv Ember Sliding Lid, Splash-Proof Ember Mug Lid Compatible with First and Second Generation Ember Mugs, 14 oz https://amzn.to/4g38Bg1 Tempered Glass screen protector for iPhone 16 Pro https://amzn.to/3ZJzss4 Brittany Smith's Picks: Magnetic Phone Tripod Mount Adapter with 1/4"-20 Hole Compatible with MagSafe for iPhone https://amzn.to/3ZpE5Gm Nearsighted Snorkel Gear, Nearsighted Dry Snorkel Mask Set for Adult Youth, Nearsighted Anti Fog Diving Mask with Detachable Camera Mount & Adjustable Strap for Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Freediving https://amzn.to/4gsdq2C Jim Rea's Picks: Waze Floor Lamp https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DYSBVQC https://www.wyze.com/products/wyze-floor-lamp BlueAnt Soundblade Under Monitor Soundbar https://amzn.to/4g4cEsJ MacVoices #24013: CES Unveiled – BlueAnt's Soundblade Desktop Soundbar Sounds Great https://macvoices.com/macvoices-24013-ces-unveiled-blueants-soundblade-desktop-soundbar-sounds-great/ Chuck Joiner's Picks: Echo Glow - Multicolor smart lamp https://amzn.to/3Bkfc6W STM Dux 30L Backpack https://amzn.to/4in9v93 Guests: Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @[email protected]. Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @[email protected] on Mastodon. Brittany Smith is a trained cognitive neuroscientist who provides ADD/ADHD, technology, and productivity coaching through her business, Devise and Conquer, along with companion video courses for folks with ADHD. She's also the cofounder of The ADHD Guild, a community for nerdy folks with ADHD. She, herself, is a self-designated "well-rounded geek". She can be found on Twitter as @addliberator, on Mastodon as @[email protected], and on YouTube with tech tips. 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby consider Bluesky's growth in the reported exodus from X and what it says about how people are using social media at this point in time. The panel also discuss at the possibilities for TikTok under the incoming Trump administration, and look at what Sam Bankman-Fried and Godzilla have in common. Today's MacVoices is supported by 1Password and their new 1Password Extended Access Management. Security for the way we work today, Learn about the problems it solves at 1Password.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:13 Introduction to MacVoices 01:23 Bluesky's Rapid Growth 17:40 Starter Packs and Social Media Strategies 19:59 Features and Limitations of Blue Sky 23:25 TikTok, Trump, and Social Media Politics 25:19 Congressional Concerns Over TikTok 26:40 Sam Bankman-Fried and Apple TV Adaptation 28:52 Monarch Legacy of Monsters and Godzilla 35:18 Closing Thoughts and Farewells Links: Bluesky hits 20 million users https://www.engadget.com/social-media/bluesky-hits-20-million-users-143920955.html Introducing Bluesky Starter Packs https://bsky.social/about/blog/06-26-2024-starter-packs Starter Packs https://blueskydirectory.com/starter-packs Stopping the TikTok ban is reportedly a Trump priority https://9to5mac.com/2024/11/12/stopping-the-tiktok-ban-is-reportedly-a-trump-priority/ Threads is bringing ads to your feeds very soon https://9to5mac.com/2024/11/13/threads-is-bringing-ads-to-your-feeds-very-soon/ Apple TV+ to adapt book about failed FXT founder Sam Bankman-Fried Apple TV+ to adapt book about failed FXT founder Sam Bankman-Fried https://appleworld.today/2024/11/apple-tv-to-adapt-book-about-failed-fxt-founder-sam-bankman-fried/ Filming underway for season two of Apple TV+ ˜Monarch: Legacy of Monsters" https://appleworld.today/2024/11/filming-underway-for-season-two-of-apple-tvs-monarch-legacy-of-monsters/ Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at [email protected], on Mastodon at @[email protected], on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @[email protected]. Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @[email protected] on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @[email protected]. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 198

The MacVoices Live! panel looks at who the reports of the M4 chip's problems with virtualization affect and why. Microsoft is in the crosshairs of a new FTC look into Microsoft's business practices, and Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby share some of their experiences with products that are the focus of the investigation. Then we transition into a discussion of Mobile Device Management by both Apple and Microsoft and what they mean if you are using a machine owned by your employer. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by our Patreon supporters. Support the show and get access to the MacVoices Slack and Discord aw well as MacVoices After Dark by joining in at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:05 Introduction to Mac Voices 04:47 Virtualization Challenges with M4 Chip 14:24 Microsoft and FTC Investigations 20:29 Mobile Device Management Insights Links: M4 Macs can't run virtual machines with older versions of macOS https://9to5mac.com/2024/11/18/m4-macs-virtual-machines-macos/ UK consumer rights group sues Apple for maintaining an 'unlawful' iCloud monopoly https://www.macrumors.com/2024/11/13/apple-releases-final-cut-pro-11-for-mac/ Microsoft May Face FTC Investigation Over Azure https://www.pcmag.com/news/microsoft-may-face-ftc-investigation-over-azure Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at [email protected], on Mastodon at @[email protected], on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @[email protected]. Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @[email protected] on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @[email protected]. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @[email protected] on Mastodon. 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/@chu

Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby look at the unannounced feature that reboots iPhones after an extended period of inactivity, how they view it, and how law enforcement is seeing it. In the same vein, we look at what Apple is giving in the form of an also-unannounced improvement to their laptop screens, the new version of Final Cut, and new games for Apple Arcade. Apple is also taking away some features from and what Apple is taking away some legacy machines in terms of support and repair options. The panel digs through all of that and more. This MacVoices is supported by Notion, the single AI tool that does it all. The new Notion AI is a single AI tool that does it all: search across Notion and other apps, generate docs in your own style, analyze PDFs and images, and chat with you about anything. Try Notion AI for free at notion.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:08 Introduction and Welcome 02:34 Group Check-In 04:28 Group Therapy Session 08:15 iOS 18.1 Inactivity Reboot 16:49 M4 MacBook Pro Features 18:20 Final Cut Pro 11 Updates 23:16 Apple Arcade Game Additions 26:42 Apple Takes Away Features 39:45 End of Butterfly Keyboard Repairs Links: Insta360 Link 2 https://amzn.to/4ipaOnA Apple quietly added 'Inactivity Reboot' in iOS 18.1 to safeguard a lost or stolen iPhone https://www.macworld.com/article/2518717/apple-quietly-added-inactivity-reboot-in-ios-18-1-to-safeguard-a-lost-or-stolen-iphone.html Researcher reverse engineers new iPhone security feature ‘Inactivity Reboot’ https://9to5mac.com/2024/11/18/reverse-engineers-iphone-inactivity-reboot/ Apple secretly included quantum dot tech in the M4 MacBook Pro's display https://www.engadget.com/computing/laptops/apple-secretly-included-quantum-dot-tech-in-the-m4-macbook-pros-display-173424130.html Apple Releases Final Cut Pro 11 for Mac https://www.macrumors.com/2024/11/13/apple-releases-final-cut-pro-11-for-mac/ Apple Arcade Is Getting 15 New Games https://lifehacker.com/entertainment/apple-arcade-is-getting-15-new-games Apple Dropping Support for iCloud Backups on iPhones and iPads Running iOS 8 and Earlier https://www.macrumors.com/2024/11/18/apple-icloud-backup-ios-9-minimum/ Apple Ending Support for Safari Bookmark Syncing on iOS 10 and Earlier https://www.macrumors.com/2024/11/19/apple-ending-safari-bookmark-syncing-below-ios-11/ Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at [email protected], on Mastodon at @[email protected], on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @[email protected]. Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @[email protected] on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @[email protected]. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies

The fourth MacVoices 2024 Holiday Gift Guide concludes with more picks from "Pilot Pete" Harmon, Patrice Brend'Amour, and Chuck Joiner that involve clothing, computer hardware, a travel pick, and some leisure time items. (Part 2) This MacVoices is supported by Notion, the single AI tool that does it all. The new Notion AI is a single AI tool that does it all: search across Notion and other apps, generate docs in your own style, analyze PDFs and images, and chat with you about anything. Try Notion AI for free at notion.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Links: Patrice Brend'amour's Picks: Fractal Design Node 804 - Black - Cube Compact Computer Case https://amzn.to/4eXJQkb Libro https://libro.fm/referral?rf_code=lfm552610 Pete Harmon's Picks: Alpha Heat Vest https://amzn.to/41gfje4 https://offer.buyalphaheatvest.com/ GL.iNet GL-MT3000 (Beryl AX) Portable Travel Router, Pocket-Sized Wi-Fi 6 Wireless Travel Gigabit Router https://amzn.to/3ZqxtHQ https://www.gl-inet.com/products/gl-mt3000/ Halfway around the World in 40 Days: From my daring Solo Flight in a small Propeller Plane over the Atlantic, the Pack Ice and the Desert https://amzn.to/41mHY1r So There I Was...Halfway Around the World in 40 Days Episode 105 https://sothereiwas.us/episode/105/ Chuck Joiner's Picks: amFilm Auto-Alignment OneTouch for iPhone 16 Pro Max (other sizes/models available) https://amzn.to/49gXzBr OWC ThunderBay 8 RAID 5 Edition 8-Bay External Drive w/Dual Thunderbolt 3 Ports, Includes SoftRAID XT https://amzn.to/4eY6Z63 Guests: Patrice Brend'amour is the creator, advocate and Product Manager of a global healthcare software initiative, which is not only pushing the industry to provide user-centered solutions using the latest advances in UX and technology, but also advancing the sharing of medical information between healthcare providers across the world. She is also an avid podcaster, mainly in the technology space, as well as a maintainer and contributor to a number of open source projects. Everything she does can be linked to from The Patrice, You can follow her on Twitter, and engage with her on the podcast, Foodie Flashback. "Pilot Pete" Harmon is a professional avaitor, co-host of MacGeek Gab and co-host of So There I Was. He can be reached on X as @PilotPete. 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

"Pilot Pete" Harmon, Patrice Brend'Amour, and Chuck Joiner kick off the first part of MacVoices 2024 Holiday Gift Guide #4 with a wide range of picks, from expensive to stocking stuffers, books to audio, and more. (Part 1) This MacVoices is supported by Notion, the single AI tool that does it all. The new Notion AI is a single AI tool that does it all: search across Notion and other apps, generate docs in your own style, analyze PDFs and images, and chat with you about anything. Try Notion AI for free at notion.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Links: Patrice Brend'amour's Picks: The Convergence Series by Craig Alanson (Audio recommended) https://amzn.to/3ZwUUAe Philips Hue Ensis Pendant Light https://www.philips-hue.com/en-us/p/hue-white-and-color-ambiance-ensis-pendant-light/046677588366 Pete Harmon's Picks: Aluratek Wireless Adapter for Apple CarPlay https://aluratek.com/collections/wireless-apple-carplay-android-auto/products/wireless-car-adapter-for-carplay Hey Dude Men's Wally Sox | Men's Shoes | Men's Lace Up Loafers https://amzn.to/3ZAvWQK HeyDude.com Chuck Joiner's Picks: Gator Frameworks Desktop Clamp-On Studio Monitor and Speaker Stand - Set of 2 https://amzn.to/3BdY5DF Pyle Speaker Stand Pair of Sound Play 1 and 3 Holder - Telescoping Height Adjustable from 26" - 52" Inch High Heavy Duty Three-point Triangle Base w/ Floor Spikes and 9" Square Platform https://amzn.to/3CP9udt Kasa Smart Plug Mini 15A, Apple HomeKit Supported, Smart Outlet Works with Siri, Alexa & Google Home https://amzn.to/3BmKUQK Guests: Patrice Brend'amour is the creator, advocate and Product Manager of a global healthcare software initiative, which is not only pushing the industry to provide user-centered solutions using the latest advances in UX and technology, but also advancing the sharing of medical information between healthcare providers across the world. She is also an avid podcaster, mainly in the technology space, as well as a maintainer and contributor to a number of open source projects. Everything she does can be linked to from The Patrice, You can follow her on Twitter, and engage with her on the podcast, Foodie Flashback. "Pilot Pete" Harmon is a professional avaitor, co-host of MacGeek Gab and co-host of So There I Was. He can be reached on X as @PilotPete. 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

This two-part Vision Pro Focus looks at more of the first things you should do with your new Apple Vision Pro. Some highlights of the discussion with Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, and Chuck Joiner include an immersive meditation app, virtual travel using the AVP, and some favorite games.. Video editing options, a "social virtual card game" and immersive sports content round out the list. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:03 Introduction to Apple Vision Pro 03:25 Immersive Travel with Spatial Station 09:03 Work vs. Play: Apps Discussion 10:01 Gaming Experience: Beat Punch 17:39 Social Card Games with Omnicards 26:07 Exploring the Photos App 31:42 Closing Thoughts and Future Prospects Guests: Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at [email protected], on Mastodon at @[email protected], on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

This episode of Vision Pro Focus, our project in conjunction with Vision Pro Files, features a discussion of "The First 10 Things You Should Do With Your Apple Vision Pro." Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, and MacVoices host Chuck Joiner start off with some of the basics and why they are so influential to future AVP experiences both recreational and productive. Then we dig into some of those options in both categories that should among your first explorations. (Part 1) Show Notes: Chapters: 0:05 Introduction to Vision Pro Focus 1:40 Setting Up Your Vision Pro 14:09 Getting Ready for Immersive Experiences 14:49 Immersive Video Adventures 18:13 The Power of a Secure Display 24:23 Exploring Social Interactions in Space 33:56 Conclusion and Next Steps Guests: Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at [email protected], on Mastodon at @[email protected], on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

The November 2024 MacVoices Update arrives a day late due to the holidays, and covers a variety of topics. Chuck talks about a new feature being tried out on the MacVoices web site, the many different ways to access the annual MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide picks, and an explanation of some schedule juggling. We wrap with a reminder about MacVoices Magazine, the Support Report, and why we structure the name recognition of our Patrons the way we do. Show Notes: Chapters: Links: MacVoices Archives: https://macvoices.com/archives-list/ MacVoices 2024 Holiday Gift Guide Picks (master list): https://macvoices.com/news/macvoices-holiday-gift-guide-2024/ MacVoices 2024 Holiday Gift Guide (Flipboard, RSS, and Web): https://flipboard.com/@chuckjoiner/2024-macvoices-holiday-gift-guide-9fju50s5y 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

The second half of the 2024 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #3 got a little crazy as Rosemary Orchard and Jeff Gamet took off on a side discussion about various options for one of Jeff's picks, while David Ginsburg and Chuck Joiner stuck with the regular format. All told, a good time was had with a whole both laughs and great gift picks. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices After Dark. What happens before and after the shows is uncensored, on-topic, off-topic, and always off the wall. Sign up as a MacVoices Patron and get access! http://patreon.com/macvoices Show Notes: Links: Rosemary Orchard's Picks: ULANZI TC001 Smart Pixel Clock - Social Media Counter - Digital Alarm Clock with Weather - Awtrix Simulator - Retro Pixel Art Scoreboard Pomodoro Clock Bedside Gaming Room & Office Decor https://amzn.to/4i6wCEs Blueforcer SONOFF Zigbee Smart USB Outlet, 5-22V DC Outlet Timer Smart Switch https://amzn.to/4i6wGUI SONOFF Micro 5V USB Smart WiFi Adaptor https://amzn.to/4i7Dwtl Mous for iPhone 16 Case MagSafe Compatible https://amzn.to/3ZiVa5 David Ginsburg's Picks: SUPERDANNY LED Desk Lamp for Office Home, Eye-Caring Desk Light with Adjustable Gooseneck, 12W Touch Control Dimmable Brightness, Architect Clamp Lamp https://amzn.to/413znR4 OWC 1TB Envoy Single Ultra Portable Aluminum Bus Powered 10G/s USB-C Thunderbolt Compatible External NVMe SSD Drive https://amzn.to/3V3H99C OWC Express 1M2 Portable NVMe Thunderbolt (USB-C) SSD USB4 Ultra Fast External SSD Drive with Aluminum Heat Sink Enclosure (Enclosure Only) https://amzn.to/4eNlABk Jeff Gamet's Picks: Audioengine A2 Bluetooth Speakers https://amzn.to/4i6x9WY Audioengine S6 210W Compact Powered Mini Subwoofer https://amzn.to/494e6sq Audioengine D1 32-bit Desktop DAC and Headphone Amp, Preamp https://amzn.to/499V7MX LEGO Icons Succulents Artificial Plant Set https://amzn.to/3Z77Zix PILOT Metropolitan Collection Fountain Pen, Black Barrel, Classic Design, Fine Nib, Black Ink https://www.amazon.com/Pilot-Metropolitan-Collection-Fountain-91111/dp/B00KRPFD96 PILOT Kakuno Fountain Pen, Clear Barrel, Fine Nib https://amzn.to/3V96FKB Keychron C2 104 Keys Full Size Wired Mechanical Keyboard https://amzn.to/4fMJ4ba Pilot Multi-Pen Body, Hi-Tec-C Coleto 500 https://amzn.to/3Z3tjFt Pilot, G2 Premium Gel Roller Pens, G2 Boost Pink Pack, The Colors of Optimism, 8 Pack Pouch, Fine Point 0.7 mm https://amzn.to/4g1Nzhr BIGiDESIGN Ti Arto EDC Titanium Pen - Machined Raw https://www.jetpens.com/BIGiDESIGN-Ti-Arto-EDC-Titanium-Pen-Machined-Raw/pd/24961 Platinum Fountain Pen, Preppy, Fine Nib, Pink https://amzn.to/49alQt2 TWSBI ECO Fountain Pen Black https://amzn.to/4ePLOTH PILOT Iroshizuku Bottled Fountain Pen Ink, Take-Sumi https://amzn.to/49amN4A PILOT Iroshizuku Bottled Fountain Pen Ink, Momiji, Autumn Leaves (Red) 50ml Bottle https://amzn.to/4g3iTwt Diamine Inkvent Calendar and 24 Inks https://amzn.to/3CILVDn Blue Pilot G2 Gel Ink Refill for Rolling Ball Pens, Bold Point 24 REFILLS https://amzn.to/4fFBiQh Chuck Joiner's Picks: OWC 5 Port Thunderbolt Hub https://amzn.to/4g17Eo5 Under Desk Cable Management Tray https://amzn.to/4fE0E0P Magnetic Torpedo Level, Spirit Level 3 Bubble Level Torpedo Magnetic Level Bubble Measuring Tool (6 inch) https://amzn.to/3ZmVIrB Guests: Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @[email protected] on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @[email protected]. Rosemary Orchard is a nerd, automator, and chocaholic. When she's not making Shortcuts or podcasting about them, you'll frequently find her discussing her love of iPads and other Apple technology on RosemaryOrchard.com, Automators, Nested Folders, The Sweet Setup, and ScreenCastsOnline. She is runs WhenWorks to help you schedule appointments more efficiently. Originally from the UK she now calls Vienna, Austria, home…until she returns to the U.K. Follow her on Twitter. 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/@ch

Our third 2024 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide features picks from Rosemary Orchard, Jeff Gamet, David Ginsburg, and Chuck Joiner. Some unusual non-tech picks are included, as well as several practical items that everyone should consider. (Part 1) http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24283.mp3 Today's MacVoices is supported by 1Password and their new 1Password Extended Access Management. Security for the way we work today, Learn about the problems it solves at 1Password.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Links: Rosemary Orchard's Picks: Belkin SoundForm Connect AirPlay 2 Adapter & Airplay 2 Receiver - Wireless Streaming for Apple Devices to Bluetooth Speakers - Optical & 3.5mm Speaker Inputs https://amzn.to/491LzDT Anker USB C Cable, 4 ft 2-in-1 USB C to USB C Cable 140W Max, Fast Charging for iPhone 16 Series, MacBook, iPad, and More https://amzn.to/3ZkDBSO David Ginsburg's Picks: 3 in 1 Charging Station for iPhone 16/15/14/13/12 Series, Travel Charger for Multiple Devices https://amzn.to/4921i5L Elgato Stream Deck +, Audio Mixer, Production Console and Studio Controller https://amzn.to/4g32tUN Jeff Gamet's Picks: ExcelMark Personalized Book Embosser https://amzn.to/3ZkG8MR SketchBox https://getsketchbox.com/ Chuck Joiner's Picks: Audioengine A5+ Wireless Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers https://amzn.to/4fJmSym Philips Hue Bloom White and Color Ambiance Smart Lamp, Works with Amazon Alexa, Apple Homekit and Google Assistant https://amzn.to/416DknV Guests: Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @[email protected] on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @[email protected]. Rosemary Orchard is a nerd, automator, and chocaholic. When she's not making Shortcuts or podcasting about them, you'll frequently find her discussing her love of iPads and other Apple technology on RosemaryOrchard.com, Automators, Nested Folders, The Sweet Setup, and ScreenCastsOnline. She is runs WhenWorks to help you schedule appointments more efficiently. Originally from the UK she now calls Vienna, Austria, home…until she returns to the U.K. Follow her on Twitter. 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

Mark Fuccio, Wally Cherwinski, and host Chuck Joiner finish off the second part of MacVoices 2024 Holiday Gift Guide with small picks, big picks, iPhone picks, audio picks, and more. (Part 2) Today's MacVoices is supported by 1Password and their new 1Password Extended Access Management. Security for the way we work today, Learn about the problems it solves at 1Password.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Links: Mark Fuccio's Picks: Victorinox Swiss Army Multi-Tool, Tinker Pocket Knife https://amzn.to/3AWTqG0 The Deep View https://www.thedeepview.co/ Wally Cherwinski's Picks: Yatchen Emily in Paris Phone Case for iPhone 16 Pro Max Cute 3D Vintage Camera Phone Case with Lanyard Adjustable Shoulder Strap https://amzn.to/3V9diMX elago iPhone cases https://amzn.to/4g3T1jU Ringke Hand Strap [Phone Wrist Strap] Designed for Camera Strap and Phone Strap https://amzn.to/4i51GV3 Chuck Joiner's Picks: JBL Flip 6 - Portable Bluetooth Speaker, powerful sound and deep bass, IPX7 waterproof, 12 hours of playtime, JBL PartyBoost for multiple speaker pairing https://amzn.to/413msP4 XANAD Hard Case Compatible with JBL FLIP 6 or FLIP 5 or FLIP 4 or FLIP Essential or Sono Roam 2/1 https://amzn.to/3AVFzzP ESR for MagSafe Car Mount Charger (HaloLock), 15W Magnetic Wireless Car Charger, for MagSafe Car Charger, Air Vent Phone Holder for iPhone https://amzn.to/4g1atWu Guests: 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

MacVoices 2024 Holiday Gift Guide #2 features picks and commentary by Mark Fuccio, Wally Cherwinski, and host Chuck Joiner. Some obvious picks, some surprises, and all great ideas. (Part 1) Today's MacVoices is supported by 1Password and their new 1Password Extended Access Management. Security for the way we work today, Learn about the problems it solves at 1Password.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Links: Mark Fuccio's Picks: M4 Mac mini https://amzn.to/4fyOp5A GardePro E6 Trail Camera WiFi 48MP 1296P Game Camera with No Glow Night Vision https://amzn.to/40YragK Amazon Basics AAA Alkaline High-Performance Batteries, 1.5 Volt, 10-Year Shelf Life, 100 count https://amzn.to/3Z0PcoL Wally Cherwinski's Picks: INIU for Magsafe Portable Charger, Small 10000mAh 20W PD Magnetic Power Bank, USB C in&Out Wireless Battery Pack Phone Charger https://amzn.to/3UZiMd1 JETech Case with Screen Protector for Apple Watch https://amzn.to/3AQmDT9 Chuck Joiner's Picks: Shure MV7+ Dynamic Microphone https://amzn.to/4fXVtsn Insta360 Link 2 - PTZ 4K Webcam for PC/Mac, 1/2" Sensor, AI Tracking, HDR, AI Noise-Canceling Mic https://amzn.to/3CTM6eM JBL Flip 6 - Portable Bluetooth Speaker, powerful sound and deep bass, IPX7 waterproof, 12 hours of playtime, JBL PartyBoost for multiple speaker pairing https://amzn.to/413msP4 Guests: Wally Cherwinski is a Videographer based in Ottawa, Canada. Originally trained as a scientist, he spent a portion of his career in research and teaching at the University of Cambridge, England while doubling as a freelance photographer and writer. Later, he joined Canada's National Research Council and spent many years managing communications for the Canadian Space Program. Mark Fuccio is actively involved in high tech startup companies, both as a principle at piqsure.com, or as a marketing advisor through his consulting practice Tactics Sells High Tech, Inc. Mark was a proud investor in Microsoft from the mid-1990's selling in mid 2000, and hopes one day that MSFT will be again an attractive investment. You can contact Mark through Twitter, LinkedIn, or on Mastodon. 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, and Eric Bolden wrap up a MacVoices Live! discussion by looking at GM going all-in against CarPlay in favor of their own vehicle information/entertainment system and claiming the will achieve better integration. The conversation transitioned to a broader look at vehicle operating systems, as well as some of the fines that are being levied by other countries, whether they fit the offense, and if there was an offense at all. 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: 00:10 Introduction to Mac Voices 03:59 GM's CarPlay Controversy 10:05 Understanding Android Automotive 14:26 Tesla's Infotainment Debate 22:37 The Future of CarPlay Add-Ons 24:10 Tech Companies Facing Colossal Fines 31:12 Wrap-Up and Goodbye Links: GM really wants you to believe you're better off without CarPlay - 9to5Mac https://9to5mac.com/2024/11/04/gm-carplay-software-decisions/ Nvidia will replace Intel on the Dow Jones Industrial Average in historic changing of the guard in chip sector https://fortune.com/2024/11/01/nvidia-stock-nvda-intel-intc-dow-jones-industrial-average-ai-chips/ Meta slapped with a $15 million fine by South Korea. Here's why https://www.fastcompany.com/91222990/meta-slapped-15-million-fine-south-korea-heres-why A Russian court hit Google with a fine larger than the world's GDP, stretching credulity https://www.businessinsider.com/google-hit-russia-fine-bigger-world-gdp-youtube-decillion-media-2024-10 Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at [email protected], on Mastodon at @[email protected], on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @[email protected]. Mark Fuccio is actively involved in high tech startup companies, both as a principle at piqsure.com, or as a marketing advisor through his consulting practice Tactics Sells High Tech, Inc. Mark was a proud investor in Microsoft from the mid-1990's selling in mid 2000, and hopes one day that MSFT will be again an attractive investment. You can contact Mark through Twitter, LinkedIn, or on Mastodon. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @[email protected]. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @[email protected] on Mastodon. Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://

Mike Schmitz, Bart Busschots, Marty Jencius, and host Chuck Joiner finish up the first MacVoices Gift Guide of 2024 with picks that go from apparel to hardware and software. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Magazine, our free magazine on Flipboard. Updated daily with the best articles on the web to help you do more with your Apple gear and adjacent tech, access MacVoices Magazine content on Flipboard, on the web, or in your favorite RSS reader. Show Notes: Links: Picks by Marty Jencius: Scottevest Pack Windbreaker https://amzn.to/3AV738B SCOTTeVEST Best Travel Vest for Men - 26 Hidden Pockets https://amzn.to/4fQpvOu SCOTTeVest EDC Jacket https://www.scottevest.com/products/edc-jacket-mens Workona project/tab organizer https://workona.com/ Picks by Mike Schmitz: Mode Sonnet Keyboard https://modedesigns.com/products/sonnet Co-Intelligence by Ethan Mollick https://amzn.to/4ftKgjv Picks by Bart Busschots: KU XIU Magnetic Wireless Charging Stand for iPad Pro https://amzn.to/3YVZuXl UGREEN 65W USB-C Charging Station https://amzn.to/3YWaXpV UGREEN Uno Charger 100W USB C Charger, Nexode 4-Port GaN Charger Compact Fast USB C Power Adapter https://amzn.to/4fM8fKq Picks by Chuck Joiner: Sunco 12 Pack 11W/65W Equivalent BR30 Indoor Area Recessed LED Flood Light, Dimmable 850 Lumens Selectable CCT 2700K/3000K/5000K https://amzn.to/3CDaOQR eufy Security Indoor Cam E220, Camera for home Security, Pan & Tilt, 2K https://amzn.to/3YUVaHW Guests: By day, Bart Busschots is a Linux sysadmin and Perl programmer, and a keen amateur photographer when ever he gets the time. Bart hosts and produces the Let's Talk podcast series - a monthly Apple show that takes a big-picture look at the last month in Apple news, and a monthly photography show focusing on the art and craft of photography. Every second week Bart is the guest for the Chit Chat Across the Pond segment on Allison Sheridan's NosillaCast. You can get links to everything Bart gets up including a link to his photography and his personal blog. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Mike Schmitz is an Apple fanboy, coffee snob, and productivity junkie who is intent on teaching people how to be more productive. His newest effort is He is the Executive Editor for The Sweet Setup, a site dedicated to reviewing and recommending the very best Mac and iOS apps, and is the creator of LifeHQ, where he teaches his personal approach to getting more done. Mike lives in Wisconsin with his wife and 4 crazy boys and is the author of Thou Shalt Hustle. He is also the co-host of the Bookworm podcast and (probably) spends too much time on Twitter. You can find all his projects on his personal web site, MikeSchmitz.com, including his new podcast with his wife Rachel at IntentionalFamily.fm. Follow him on Twitter as _MikeSchmitz. 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

Our annual holiday gift guide series kicks off with picks from Mike Schmitz, Bart Busschots, Marty Jencius, and host Chuck Joiner, covering categories from audio to coffee and beyond. (Part 1) http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24278.mp3 This MacVoices is supported by Notion, the single AI tool that does it all. Try Notion AI for free at notion.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Links: MacVoices 2024 Holiday Gift Guide - Master List MacVoices 2024 Holiday Gift Guide - Flipboard Picks by Marty Jencius: SHOKZ New OpenRun Pro 2 - Open-Ear, Bone Conduction Sport Headphones https://amzn.to/48THNMP SHOKZ OpenRun - Open-Ear Bluetooth Bone Conduction Sport Headphones https://amzn.to/4fRGqjL SHOKZ OpenMove - Open-Ear Bluetooth Sport Headphones https://amzn.to/4fNPZQR Aftershokz Aeropex - Open-Ear Bluetooth Bone Conduction Headphones https://amzn.to/3UWF3bL Ray-Ban | Meta Smart Glasses, Wayfarer https://amzn.to/3YT6X9G Meta Quest 3S https://www.meta.com/quest/quest-3s/ Apple Vision Pro https://www.apple.com/apple-vision-pro/ Picks by Mike Schmitz: Fellow Aiden Precision Coffee Maker https://amzn.to/3YVOnxs Fellow Prismo Attachment for AeroPress Coffee Maker - Reusable Metal Filter https://amzn.to/4hPtuwL Analogue 3d https://www.analogue.co/3d Picks by Bart Busschots: Rode PodMic Cardioid Dynamic Broadcast Microphone - XLR and USB https://amzn.to/3YWlql0 Rode PSA1+ Professional Studio Arm with Spring Damping and Cable Management https://amzn.to/4eF21uO Titanium Milanese Loop for AppleWatch Ultra https://amzn.to/3CpMUb9 Picks by Chuck Joiner: BIGASUO Portable Monitor, 15.6'' 1080P FHD Portable Monitor https://amzn.to/4fQjaTh ARZOPA Portable Monitor 15.6'' FHD 1080P - Ultra-Slim Portable Laptop Monitor with Kickstand https://amzn.to/3YNjoDQ LISEN Magsafe Wireless Power Bank for iPhone 16 Icemag Power Bank, 10000mah Built-in Cable Pack Power Bank Fast Charging 22.5W Portable Charger with Apple Watch Charger https://amzn.to/3Oa4F0X Guests: By day, Bart Busschots is a Linux sysadmin and Perl programmer, and a keen amateur photographer when ever he gets the time. Bart hosts and produces the Let's Talk podcast series - a monthly Apple show that takes a big-picture look at the last month in Apple news, and a monthly photography show focusing on the art and craft of photography. Every second week Bart is the guest for the Chit Chat Across the Pond segment on Allison Sheridan's NosillaCast. You can get links to everything Bart gets up including a link to his photography and his personal blog. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Mike Schmitz is an Apple fanboy, coffee snob, and productivity junkie who is intent on teaching people how to be more productive. His newest effort is He is the Executive Editor for The Sweet Setup, a site dedicated to reviewing and recommending the very best Mac and iOS apps, and is the creator of LifeHQ, where he teaches his personal approach to getting more done. Mike lives in Wisconsin with his wife and 4 crazy boys and is the author of Thou Shalt Hustle. He is also the co-host of the Bookworm podcast and (probably) spends too much time on Twitter. You can find all his projects on his personal web site, MikeSchmitz.com, including his new podcast with his wife Rachel at IntentionalFamily.fm. Follow him on Twitter as _MikeSchmitz. Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? 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The tech industry is a dynamic business segment. Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, and Eric Bolden discuss Apple's acquisition of Pixelmator and how it might affect both Apple-branded offerings as well as the legacy application. Then, layoffs at both Tidal and Dropbox are in the cross hairs. Tidal has been all but left out of the streaming music conversation, and Dropbox seems to have fumbled as they tried to diversify. The panel members have thoughts on both. This MacVoices is supported by Notion, the single AI tool that does it all. Try Notion AI for free at notion.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:10 Apple Acquires Pixelmator 04:10 Dark Sky's Future 7:58 Silo Season Two 10:57 Tidal's Layoffs 17:57 Dropbox's Challenges 28:07 The Future of Cloud Storage Links: Apple buys star app developer, Pixelmator https://www.applemust.com/apple-buy-star-app-developer-pixelmator/ Tidal, which is in dire need of some good marketing, lays off its entire product marketing team https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/music/tidal-which-is-in-dire-need-of-some-good-marketing-lays-off-its-entire-product-marketing-team-143045120.html Dropbox is laying off 20 percent of its workforce https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/dropbox-is-laying-off-20-percent-of-its-workforce-151023877.html Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at [email protected], on Mastodon at @[email protected], on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @[email protected]. Mark Fuccio is actively involved in high tech startup companies, both as a principle at piqsure.com, or as a marketing advisor through his consulting practice Tactics Sells High Tech, Inc. Mark was a proud investor in Microsoft from the mid-1990's selling in mid 2000, and hopes one day that MSFT will be again an attractive investment. You can contact Mark through Twitter, LinkedIn, or on Mastodon. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @[email protected]. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @[email protected] on Mastodon. 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chu

Jeff Carlson, the author of Take Control of Apple Watch, 5th edition, continues the discussion of some of the new capabilities of the latest Apple Watch and watchOS 11. The innovative check-in tool in Messages for notifying loved ones of safe arrivals, the benefits of the ultra-wideband chip for finding misplaced phones and the new offline Translate app for seamless communication while traveling highlight a discussion of those features. This MacVoices is supported by Notion, the single AI tool that does it all. Try Notion AI for free at notion.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:09 Introduction to Apple Watch Features 04:36 The New Check-In Feature 07:17 Apple's AI and Machine Learning 0 9:34 Ultra-Wideband Technology 13:24 Music and Speaker Enhancements 14:47 New Watch Faces and Features 19:37 The Translate App and Communication 23:20 Book Release and Pricie Links: Take Control of Apple Watch by Jeff Carlson Guests: Jeff Carlson is an author, photographer, and freelance writer. Among many other projects, he publishes the Smarter Image newsletter, which explores how computational photography, AI, and machine learning are fundamentally changing the art and science of photography. He's covered the personal technology field from Macs and PalmPilots to iPhones and mirrorless cameras, publishing in paper magazines, printed books, ebooks, and websites. He's also the co-host of the podcasts PhotoActive, writes for Take Control, has spoken at several conferences and events. He lives in Seattle, where, yes, it is just as gray and wet and coffee-infused as you think it is. 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

Jeff Carlson has updated Take Control of Apple Watch to the 5th edition to cover Apple Watch 10, Apple Watch Ultra, and watchOS 11. The first part of our conversation covers his approach to the update and the contstant evolution of Apple's products. Jeff shares insights on major updates, such as the enhanced Smart Stack widget and live activities integration, as well as advancements in health tracking, workout management, and notifications that streamline the user experience. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by our Patreon supporters. Get access to the MacVoices Slack, the MacVoices Discord, and MacVoices After Dark by joining in at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:07 Introduction to MacVoices 01:55 The Challenge of Updating 07:45 Understanding Apple Watch Changes 15:57 New Features in WatchOS 20:12 Hardware vs. Software Updates 24:18 Evolution of Health Tracking 31:07 Conclusion and Key Takeaways Links: Take Control of Apple Watch by Jeff Carlson Guests: Jeff Carlson is an author, photographer, and freelance writer. Among many other projects, he publishes the Smarter Image newsletter, which explores how computational photography, AI, and machine learning are fundamentally changing the art and science of photography. He's covered the personal technology field from Macs and PalmPilots to iPhones and mirrorless cameras, publishing in paper magazines, printed books, ebooks, and websites. He's also the co-host of the podcasts PhotoActive, writes for Take Control, has spoken at several conferences and events. He lives in Seattle, where, yes, it is just as gray and wet and coffee-infused as you think it is. 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: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss