MacVoices
A bonus-sized MacVoices Live! panel assembled to discuss Apple’s Glowtime event, the announcements, and who is buying what. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, and Patrice Brend’amour start with the Apple Watch announcements. They outline their purchase decisions while clarifying confusion on which Apple Watch has the largest screen, cover some of the health metrics, and debate the blood oxygen sensor’s presence in U.S.-bound watches. (Part 1) 1Password...
info_outline MacVoices #24228: The Prismatic Company's Text-To-Video CapabilitiesMacVoices
In another catch-up with a company we met at NAB show, Abe Feinberg, Co-Founder and CEO of , gives us an update on their LightWeave series of apps that can help you build and update quality video content at scale. Abe talks about the betas that are available by request, their upcoming visit to IBC, and how their text-to-video engine creates from the very first sentence. 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 how it is impacting you. Join us live at ...
info_outline MacVoices #24227: More With Joe Kissell On Taking Control Of Sequoia (2)MacVoices
The second part of our conversation with Joe Kissell, who’s newest book is , shifts to his assessments of Apple Intelligence in the upcoming macOS, as well as some thoughts on the general state of large language models and their uses. Joe draws on some personal examples as he analyzes what Apple Intelligence may mean for all of us. 1Password Extended Access Management 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: 00:00...
info_outline MacVoices #24226: Joe Kissell Takes Control of Sequoia (1)MacVoices
Joe Kissell helps you get ready to take advantage of macOS Sequoia when it becomes available, doing the work of figuring out what is new so you don’t have to. In this discussion and in the new book, , Joe shares his impressions of some of the more reported-on features, and why every user will have to evaluate how they fit into their own workflows. (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 how it is impacting you. Join us live at at 8 PM Eastern 5...
info_outline MacVoices #24225: Live! - Smart Watch Saturation, Microsoft Reissues RecallMacVoices
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, and Web Bixby discuss how smart watch use has spread, with the Apple Watch leading the pack. The panel debates the implications of Meta apparently throwing in the towel on competing with the Apple Vision Pro, and the wisdom of Microsoft sending its recall feature out to testers again. Threads is testing expiring posts, leading the panel to contrast one company wanting to capture everything you do on your computer, and another wanting to let you put a time limit on...
info_outline MacVoices #24224: New LumaFusion Features with Terri Morgan and Chris DemirisMacVoices
Terri Morgan, Co-Founder and Principle Designer and Chris Demiris, Co-Founder and Principal Engineer of are back to discuss two new features to LumaFusion: Speed Ramping and Enhance Keyframing. They explain why speed ramping was their most requested feature, and how they have improved the process of keyframing. The discussion also touches on grids, an adjustable user interface, integrated access to training, and their pricing model. This edition of MacVoices is supported by . What happens before and after the shows is uncensored, on-topic, off-topic, and always off...
info_outline MacVoices #24223: Live! - Apple's CFO Steps Down and Is Apple Really Losing At The Podcast Game?MacVoices
The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, and Web Bixby discuss the implications of Apple CFO Luca Maestri's departure and what, if anything, it means for the company. Then, a debate ensues over an article claiming that Apple podcasts are loosing market share to YouTube and Spotify, The differences between aggregation and hosting, consumption trends among younger audiences, and the evolving definition of podcasts all cast doubt on the relevance, even if it is accurate. ...
info_outline MacVoices #24222: TV+ Talk - More Ted Lasso, A Sci-Fi Pick, and More Of A Good ThingMacVoices
Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner discuss the anticipated return of "Ted Lasso" and the implications of confirmed cast members, alongside the uncertainty of Jason Sudeikis's role. The hosts also delve into other Apple TV+ content, praising "Dark Matter” as one of Chuck’s new favorites and highlighting the upcoming return of "Slow Horses,” a show Charlotte and Chuck can agree on. The show concludes with some news about the future of TV+ Talk on both MacVoices and The Addition. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Ted Lasso Season Four News 01:16 Ted Lasso Character Discussion 10:25...
info_outline MacVoices #24221: MacVoices Update 2024-08MacVoices
The MacVoices Update for 2024-08 includes information on some of the schedule disruptions for MacVoices Live! in August, and covers a new partnership between MacVoices and another podcast. One last teaser before something new and this month’s Support Report are all included. Show Notes: Links: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with Connect: Web: Twitter: ...
info_outline MacVoices #24220: Live! - Epic's Grant For An Alternative App Store; Developer PrivacyMacVoices
Epic Games' recent grant to support alternative app stores in the EU raises question of self-interest, conflicts of interest, or whether this represents a genuine push for innovation. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Mark Fuccio, and Web Bixby look at a laughable claim by Google comparing their user privacy focus with Apple’s consider the potential impacts on Apple and the app ecosystem. The panel also discusses new EU regulations requiring developers to disclose personal information, exploring the...
info_outlineCo-hosts Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner discuss Apple TV+ negotiating more Hollywood film licenses, debating the balance between original content and variety. They explore the potential introduction of ads to enhance revenue and consider incorporating non-Apple content on the platform.
Show Notes:
Chapters:
00:12 Summer TV Preview
00:51 Apple's Hollywood Licensing Talks
01:49 The Paradox of Choice
02:16 Strategic Direction Debate
02:42 Embracing Originality vs. Hollywood
08:10 The Impact of Filmmaking Strategy
13:11 The Advertising Conundrum
15:36 Respectful Advertising Approach
16:30 Necessity of Embracing Advertising
18:05 Compelling Pitch for Advertisers
23:11 Diversifying Viewing Options
25:38 Long-Term Viability Assessment
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.
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