MacVoices #23294: MacVoices Live! - How Far Does "Right to Repair" Go; The Humane Pin (2)
Release Date: 11/26/2023
MacVoices #24247: Live! - EU Big Tech Agenda, Ferrari Security
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Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet analyze the European Union's increasing regulatory pressure on major tech firms, especially but not limited to Apple. Their advocacy for a more open iOS seems to be at the expense of users privacy in favor of…what? Fines? To wrap up, we discuss why every Ferrari owner should have at least on e pair of AirPods. This MacVoices is supported by Notion. Try Notion AI for free at . Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 EU's Tech Agenda and Apple's Dilemma 10:51 AirPods:...
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MacVoices #24246: Live! - Microsoft's Nuclear Reactor, Sam Altman On The AI Future
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Microsoft is behind bringing a nuclear reactor in Pennsylvania out of mothballs to help drive their AI initiatives.Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet have conflicting thoughts on the benefits and rationale behind this from a variety of perspectives. Along with that, they also have different opinions on a new essay by Sam Altman of OpenAI on the future of AI and what it can accomplish. MacVoices is supported by the new MacVoices Discord, our latest benefit for MacVoices Patrons....
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MacVoices #24245: Live! - iPhone Camera Comes In Fourth, Apple Budgets New Films
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Does the fact that a recent evaluation placing the iPhone 16 Pro Max camera in fourth place behind some competitors really matter? Dave Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet talk about having the camera as part of a phone that you want to use. as well as just how close the rankings were. The panel has thoughts on Oprah Winfrey buying back the rights to a documentary about her life and the effect of Apple putting a budget on future movie projects. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the...
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MacVoices #24244: Live! - Apple Isn't An OpenAI Investor, No More iMore
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The MacVoices Live! panel of Dave Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet look at why Apple has withdrawn its investment interests in OpenAI, and what it means for Apple Intelligence. The panel also looks at the loss of respected Apple news site , how long the content will be available, and why it happened. : The Answers You Need Now, From Leading Experts. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Opening Remarks 05:53 Apple Not Investing In OpenAI 12:03 iMore's Closure 20:35 The Future of Niche Sites 26:20 Closing Thoughts...
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MacVoices #24243: TV+ Talk - Oprah's Disappearing Documentary and Price Increases
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Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner discuss the latest Apple TV+ news, including Oprah Winfrey buying back the rights to her life story after the movie was made, how Apple’s decision on a limit on movie-making budgets will affect future programming, and the benefits and drawbacks of an ad-supported service tier. Show Notes: Chapters: Links: 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 , an examination of fake...
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MacVoices #24242: MacVoices Update - 2024-09
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In the 2024-09 Update, Chuck gives a brief update on the new MacVoices web site that includes a new blog option to provide information that just doesn’t fit in a full MacVoices show, as well as a way to schedule updates and more. The MacVoices Live! schedule is explained and the ad tracking subject tackled, along with support options and the monthly Support Report. Show Notes: Chapters: Links: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with Connect: ...
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MacVoices #24241: Live! - Target and CarPlay, InventoryWatch, Data Loss
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Target has a new curbside option that works with CarPlay. Is this the start of more businesses focusing on CarPlay as a method of consumer outreach? What is the best way to buy a new iPhone? Carrier or directly from Apple? Which Apple Store has what in stock? Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Web Bixby cover these topics as well as sharing a cautionary tale of hardware failure and data loss (unless you are smart enough to back up). MacVoices is supported by the new MacVoices Discord, our latest benefit for...
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MacVoices #24240: Live! - Apple Health Devices, Sequoia Experiences
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This MacVoices Live! session focused on two topics. The first was the FDA approval of Apple AirPods as OTC hearing aids, and the Apple Watch’s ability to diagnose sleep apnea. While neither will replace professional devices and services, they can open improved health to many. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Mark Fuccio, and Web Bixby share thoughts and experiences on the importance of these approvals. Then, the panel discusses their first experiences with macOS Sequoia and whether you should upgrade or wait. ...
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MacVoices #24239: Live! - Pre-Order Experiences and OS Upgrades
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The MacVoices Live! panel ordered new devices and things were smooth…mostly. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby discuss a Goldman Sachs fail as well as some other issues that cropped up. Apple Card may change back end providers and the panel looks at what that might mean for end users. Then, the conversation shifts to the recently released OS upgrades, who dove in and who decided to play it close to the chest. 1Password Extended Access Management Today’s MacVoices is supported by 1Password and their new 1Password...
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MacVoices #24238: Live! - Napoleon, A Smart Apple Watch Band, and EU Regulators
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby look at an extended cut of Napoleon and who wants a longer movie and look at a smart watch band that can give you hand gestures. The MacVoices Live! panel also considers a new move by the EU regulators and debate whether it is just the calm before the storm, and focus on yet another positive AirTag story. 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...
info_outlineThe second part of this MacVoices Live! conversation finds Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, and Jim Rea discussing:
- More on Microsoft’s OneDrive Misstep
- More Right to Repair discussion: hardware pairing and locks
- The Humane Pin - Who Will Buy It?
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Show Notes:
Chapters:
0:00:37 Microsoft OneDrive Discussion and Right to Repair Debate
0:01:36 OneDrive Problem Sparks Discussion in EV Forums
0:02:24 Microsoft vs Apple: Stability vs Ecosystem
0:04:38 Benefits of Using OneDrive and iCloud
0:13:37 Inconsistency between Apple and John Deere's repairability
0:16:09 The shift in car repairability and dependence on technology
0:18:15 Apple's lack of repairability and the ongoing debate
0:19:50 The diminishing repairability of old cars and Tesla's complexity
0:22:14 The potential benefits of right to repair for third-party shops
0:22:31 Apple's Limiting Repairs: Vindictive or Side Effect?
0:24:18 Limited Adoption Expected for the Humane Pin
0:24:55 Companion Device or Replacement for Phones?
0:25:46 Foldable Phones: Not for Everyone
0:34:41 Apple Watch: More than what they're claiming?
0:35:34 Accessibility and usefulness of the device
Links:
The right-to-repair movement is just getting started
https://www.theverge.com/23951200/right-to-repair-law-apple-ifixit-iphone
iOS 15.2 Fixes iPhone 13’s Face ID Repair Trap (and Improves Its Repair Score)
https://www.ifixit.com/News/56386/ios-15-2-fixes-iphone-13s-face-id-repair-trap-and-improves-its-repair-score
Humane officially launches the AI Pin, its OpenAI-powered wearable
https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/9/23953901/humane-ai-pin-launch-date-price-openai
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