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MacVoices #24222: TV+ Talk - More Ted Lasso, A Sci-Fi Pick, and More Of A Good Thing

Release Date: 08/30/2024

MacVoices #24251: Live! - The Mayor's Forgotten Password and Apple's Latest AI Model

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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Mark Fuccio consider New York Mayor Eric Adams forgetfulness when it comes to his iPhone password, and the use cases for Apple’s newest AI model. MacVoices Slack This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack, available all Patrons of MacVoices. Sign up at . Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Mayor's Password Dilemma 08:25 Apple's Depth Pro: A New Era 18:31 Open Source Insights Links: Indicted NYC Mayor Adams Tells...

MacVoices #24250: More With Jason Snell on 'Take Control of Photos' (2)

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Our conversation with Jason Snell about the 4th edition of for wraps up with a look at the power of the Photos app for users of all skill levels. Enhancements such as Photographic styles change the game by providing more post-capture options than ever before. Jason also covers getting more out of our photos by printing or making custom books and projects, and how that has become more of a focus in the latest version of Photos. (Part 2) Notion: This MacVoices is supported by Notion. Try Notion AI for free at . Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to...

MacVoices #24249: Jason Snell Takes Control of Photos (1)

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Jason Snell has released the 4th edition of for to cover the most recent updates to the Photos app on all of Apple’s operating systems. Jason explains why Photos has undergone more of a redesign than an upgrade, utilizing machine learning to help you do more than ever before with your photos. Also more unified than ever is the interface across Mac, iPhone, and iPad which helps in overcoming the resistance to adopting new features. Jason touches on how the improved search capabilities and customizable collections enhance the user experience and...

MacVoices #24248: Golden Hill Software's John Brayton Brings Unread To The Mac

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John Brayton of Golden Hill Software has released a Mac version of his popular RSS reader, Available on iOS and iPad OS already, John explains why he felt it was time to fill out the collection for the desktop, citing the changing ways we work and interact online, the changes in social media and how people get their news, and the thought processes behind his pricing decisions. This MacVoices is supported by Notion. Try Notion AI for free at . Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Unread RSS Reader 07:43 Development Journey of Unread 08:57 The Resurgence of RSS...

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:...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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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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 Jason Sudeikis and the Future
17:36 Dark Matter Season Two Announcement
19:27 Sci-Fi on Apple TV+
24:03 Quality Content on Apple TV+
28:19 TV Plus Talk Updates
29:43 Where to Find Us

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.