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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...
info_outline MacVoices #24250: More With Jason Snell on 'Take Control of Photos' (2)MacVoices
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...
info_outline MacVoices #24249: Jason Snell Takes Control of Photos (1)MacVoices
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...
info_outline MacVoices #24248: Golden Hill Software's John Brayton Brings Unread To The MacMacVoices
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...
info_outline MacVoices #24247: Live! - EU Big Tech Agenda, Ferrari SecurityMacVoices
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:...
info_outline MacVoices #24246: Live! - Microsoft's Nuclear Reactor, Sam Altman On The AI FutureMacVoices
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....
info_outline MacVoices #24245: Live! - iPhone Camera Comes In Fourth, Apple Budgets New FilmsMacVoices
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...
info_outline MacVoices #24244: Live! - Apple Isn't An OpenAI Investor, No More iMoreMacVoices
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...
info_outline MacVoices #24243: TV+ Talk - Oprah's Disappearing Documentary and Price IncreasesMacVoices
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...
info_outline MacVoices #24242: MacVoices Update - 2024-09MacVoices
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: ...
info_outlineA 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)
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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], on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Patrice Brend’amour is the creator, advocate and Product Manager of a global healthcare software initiative, which is not only pushing the industry to provide user-centered solutions using the latest advances in UX and technology, but also advancing the sharing of medical information between healthcare providers across the world. She is also an avid podcaster, mainly in the technology space, as well as a maintainer and contributor to a number of open source projects. Everything she does can be linked to from The Patrice, You can follow her on Twitter, and engage with her on the podcast, Foodie Flashback.
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].
Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @[email protected] on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet.
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].
Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession ‘firsts,’ including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC).
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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