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MacVoices #24188: TV+ Talk - What's On Apple TV+ with Charlotte Henry

Release Date: 07/12/2024

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...

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...

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!...

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...

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...

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) ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner discuss the impending release of the Apple Vision Pro in the U.K. before turning their attention to some of the upcoming releases on Apple TV+ and Apple’s approach to programming. They analyze the future of media consumption and the diverse content offerings on the Apple TV+, spanning genres from dramas to sports. The streaming market is competitive, and Apple’s strategy for the service is proving to appeal to a broad audience.

Show Notes:

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction
07:28 Apple Vision Pro in the UK
13:50 The Promotion Dilemma
15:19 Apple's Shift to Theaters
18:30 Big Stars in Apple Productions
23:31 Apple's Genre Success
26:14 Apple TV Plus Dive: Wide Range
29:18 Exciting Upcoming Shows
30:56 Sports Influence on Apple TV Plus
33:49 Where to Find Chuck and Charlotte

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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.