MacVoices #23241: MacVoices Live! - More Social Media Evaluation (4)
Release Date: 09/25/2023
MacVoices #24262: Glenn Fleishman Takes Control of Securing Your Apple Devices, AirTags, and More (3)
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Our multi-part conversation with Take Control author Glenn Fleishman concludes with discussions of , , and . Glenn points out some lesser-known features such as Lockdown Mode and Private Wi-Fi Address, talks about using GateKeeper effectively, and explains some new features in FaceTime and Messages that improve the user experience. (Part 3) This MacVoices is supported by Notion, the single AI tool that does it all. Try Notion AI for free at . Show Notes: Chapters: 00:11 Introduction to Securing Apple Devices 02:19 Merging Security and Privacy Features 11:37 Understanding Find My...
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MacVoices #24261: Glenn Fleishman On Keeping Safe Using Mobile Tech (2)
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Glenn Fleishman goes in depth on the title subject of his . We talk about how to secure Apple devices amid all the changes and updates to operating systems, along with features such as car crash detection, fall detection, emergency SOS, and the Check-In function, Glenn emphasizes the need for individuals to understand and customize their device settings for optimal protection from both misadventure as well as theft. (Part 2) This MacVoices is supported by Notion. Try Notion AI for free at . Show Notes: Chapters :00:08 Introduction to Mobile Safety 02:21 Features for Physical Security 06:50...
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MacVoices #24260: Keyboards, Comics, and Taking Control of Your Apple Account with Glenn Fleishman (1)
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In the first part of a wide-ranging conversation with author Glenn Fleishman, we touch on his participation in the book project, his latest project, , and his . Along the way we looked back at the surprising origins of a peripheral we all use, the challenges of the early printing industry, and got some thoughts on what you can and can’t do in your account interactions with Apple. This edition of MacVoices is supported by . 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!...
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MacVoices #24259: Live! - Wordpress Controversies and Sonos Customer Confidence
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Two topics dominate this MacVoices Live! discussion. Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jim Reat, and Mark Fuccio look at the ongoing soap opera that is the Wordpress/WP Engine feud that now has some employees heading for less combative pastures. Then, the panel consider the latest efforts by Sonos to gain back their customers trust…and why it is an uphill climb. MacVoices is supported by the new MacVoices Discord, our latest benefit for MacVoices Patrons. Sign up, get access, and jin the conversations at Show Notes: Chapters: 00:09 Introduction...
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MacVoices #24258: More Home Organization with Under My Roof (2)
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Our conversation with Diane Hamilton, Co-Founder & Managing Partner of continues with how they are implementing machine learning integration in , particularly object recognition, and the support resources available for users. Diane also shares insights on the transition to a subscription model, data ownership and privacy through iCloud integration. (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 . Show Notes: Chapters: 00:10 Introduction to Under My...
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MacVoices #24257: Diane Hamilton On Organizing Your Home with Under My Roof (1)
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Diane Hamilton, Co-Founder & Managing Partner of , discusses the evolution of . Originally designed for home inventories, the app has transformed into a comprehensive tool for managing all aspects of homeownership, including maintenance schedules and household supplies. Useful for both day-to-day activities as well as in times of disaster, Under My Roof uses iCloud for secure storage of your data. Diane explains user-friendly mechanisms like receipt uploads and strong syncing capabilities across devices as part of the initial implementation. (Part 1) ...
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MacVoices #24256: Live! - AI Emotional Support, Good-Bye HoloLens
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Microsoft wants to provide “AI emotional support?” Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Mark Fuccio look at their plans for user experience and approach, as well as the decision to kill off their headset without a replacement product announced. 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 . Show Notes: Chapters: 00:10 AI Emotional Support, and Goodbye HoloLens 00:42 Microsoft's...
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MacVoices #24255: More with Mike Schmitz on LifeHQ (2)
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We wrap up our conversation with Mike Schmitz about how his latest project, , organizes your projects, to-dos, and your life (hence the name). Mike explains some of the key concepts behind his system, how it integrates with apps that you already are using, and the modularity of his approach. Best of all, you can adopt features as your needs and time dictate, rather than have to learn everything all at once. (Part 2) MacVoices Slack This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available all Patrons of MacVoices. Sign up at . Show Notes: Chapters: 00:08 Introduction...
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MacVoices #24254: Mike Schmitz Launches LifeHQ To Improve Your Productivity (1)
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Mike Schmitz has been working on his new project, , for a long time. Built on Obsidian, LifeHQ is, “Everything You Need to Run Your Whole Life.” Mike explains his combination of personal knowledge management (PKM) and productivity enhancement and how it turns items like notes and journaling into actionable insights. Inspired by Mike’s productivity projects and studies, LifeHQ brings it all in one place. (Part 1) Today’s edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Live!, our weekly live panel discussion of what is going in the Apple space as well as the larger tech world, and...
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MacVoices #24253: Live! - YouTube Kills An App, Apple TV+ Success Story
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Mark Fuccio discuss how and why YouTube succeeded in having a Vision Pro app from the App Store when they don’t have one, and what an Apple TV+ success story means for how future content will be released. Along they way the panel shares some of their Prime Day picks and why they made them. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24253.mp3 : The Answers You Need Now, From Leading Experts. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:07 A Vision Pro App Gets Killed 07:49 Prime Day Picks...
info_outlineThe discussion of usefulness and drawbacks of various social media platforms continues as we wrap up this MacVoices Live! session.Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, and Ben Roethig are joined by Brittany Smith as they explore the issue of privacy concerns and the need for centralized information sources, and how different platforms align with their needs and interests. (Part 4)
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Show Notes:
Chapters:
0:01:50 Interactions and community engagement on a different social network.
0:02:39 Instant Updates on Mastodon vs. Other Social Media Platforms
0:04:05 Different communities on social media for faster feedback.
0:05:18 Twitter for quick access to local weather reports.
0:07:15 New platforms emerging, messy transition in social media landscape.
0:09:50 Difficulty in recreating the appeal of Twitter on new platforms.
0:10:14 Matthew discusses chat room moderation practices
0:10:39 Disappointment with Political Commentary on Mastodon
0:12:04 Corporate entities prioritize openness for user acquisition
0:12:38 Federation Support: Bug or Feature?
0:16:13 Filtering and Customizing Feeds in Mastodon
0:19:10 The Local Feed vs. Following People
0:21:09 Exploring Different Social Media Platforms
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], and on his blog, Trending At Work.
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]
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.
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