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MacVoices #24293: 2024 Holiday Gift Guide #5 (1)

Release Date: 12/10/2024

MacVoices #24301: Kirk McElhearn Takes Control of Apple Media Apps (2)

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Our conversation with Kirk McElhearn, the author of the new , continues with explorations of Apple’s Books and Music apps from an audiobook perspective. The advantage of using Audible’s app are covers, particularly if using the Apple Watch. Kirk also discusses the Apple Music Classical app, Siri’s limitations with music command, and more. (Part 2) MacVoices is supported by the . Great gift ideas to give and get from your MacVoices friends. Look for the shows in the feeds and on our and channels, and check out the master list on the link above. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:10...

MacVoices #24300: Kirk McElhearn Takes Control of Apple Media Apps (1)

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The latest Take Control Books release comes from Kirk McElhearn. covers Apple Music and Podcasts as well as The Apple TV and Books apps. Kirk talks about the evolution of this book and how an understanding of their similarities and the near-complete feature parity can help you get more out of them. Usability, rather than continuous feature introduction, has resulted in mature (in a good way) apps that let you use their content intuitively. The Apple TV app gets special attention in the discussion. (Part 1) MacVoices is supported by the . Great gift ideas to give and get...

MacVoices #24299: Live! - The DOJ and Google, Buying Tracking Data, Hardware Subscriptions

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The Department of Justice's proposal for Google to divest Chrome generates a debate on the pros, cons, and likelihood of that ever happening between Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Jim Rea. The panel contrasts the implications for America's tech leadership and navigates the nuances of monopoly versus competition. Finally, Microsoft has a new small computer that looks suspiciously like one of our Apple favorites…but charges a subscription to make to work. Worth the money? What...

MacVoices #24298: Live! - A Dot-com Monopoly and Coca-Cola's AI Holiday Ads

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David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Jim Rea debate a U.S. senator’s most recent tech assault, this time on the entity that controls the dot-com domains. Then, we get in the holiday spirit (or not) by discussing the furor over Coca-Cola’s AI-generated holiday ads, whether it is justified, and the factors driving the controversy. MacVoices is supported by the . Great gift ideas to give and get from your MacVoices friends. Look for the shows in the feeds and on our and channels, and check...

MacVoices Live #24297: Live! - Copying Tim Cook, Drake’s Accusations, and MacBook Pro Speaker Repairs

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The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Jim Rea praise Tim Cook’s political acumen and discuss how other CEOs are trying to copy it. The discussion turns to Drake’s allegations of favoritism and why they seem unlikely, and then to an update on MacBook Pro speaker repairs and what you need to know. MacVoices is supported by the . Great gift ideas to give and get from your MacVoices friends. Look for the shows in the feeds and on our and channels, and check out the master...

MacVoices #24295: 2024 Holiday Gift Guide #6 (1)

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Our next 2024 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide features picks from Kelly Guimont, Ben Roethig, Kirk McElhearn, and Chuck Joiner, and include games and gaming gear, outdoor-use products, and more. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices Dispatch, our weekly newsletter that keeps you up-to-date on any and all MacVoices-related information. today and don't miss a thing. Show Notes: Links: Kelly Guimont’s Picks: Cnoc TKO 1L Vesica Collapsible Bottle, 28mm HYDAWAY Collapsible Water Bottle - 17oz I Reusable Water Bottles with Flip Top Lid Thank...

MacVoices #24924: 2024 Holiday Gift Guide #5 (2)

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The second part of the fifth MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide for 2024 has picks for Apple Watch enthusiasts, TV watchers, readers…and even scuba divers. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Brittany Smith, and Jim Rea join Chuck Joiner make the choices and explain why they love them. (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: Links: Brian Flanigan-Arthurs’ Picks: omee 8 Pack Compatible with Apple-Watch-Ultra-Band 49mm 46mm...

MacVoices #24293: 2024 Holiday Gift Guide #5 (1)

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Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Brittany Smith, and Jim Rea join Chuck Joiner for MacVoices 2024 Holiday Gift Guide #5. Gift picks ranged from practical to, “I didn’t know that even existed!” See what surprises could be in store for holiday gift giving or getting. (Part 1) 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: Links: Brian Flanigan-Arthurs’ Picks: Ember cup - $150 (14oz) Ember Sliding Lid, Splash-Proof Ember Mug Lid...

MacVoices #24292: Live! - Bluesky Grows, TikTok and Trump, Apple TV+ News

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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby consider Bluesky's growth in the reported exodus from X and what it says about how people are using social media at this point in time. The panel also discuss at the possibilities for TikTok under the incoming Trump administration, and look at what Sam Bankman-Fried and Godzilla have in common. Today’s MacVoices is supported by 1Password and their new 1Password Extended Access Management. Security for the way we work today, Learn about the...

MacVoices #24291: Live - M4s and Virtualization, Investigating Microsoft, MDM

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The MacVoices Live! panel looks at who the reports of the M4 chip’s problems with virtualization affect and why. Microsoft is in the crosshairs of a new FTC look into Microsoft’s business practices, and Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby share some of their experiences with products that are the focus of the investigation. Then we transition into a discussion of Mobile Device Management by both Apple and Microsoft and what they mean if you are using a machine owned by...

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Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Brittany Smith, and Jim Rea join Chuck Joiner for MacVoices 2024 Holiday Gift Guide #5. Gift picks ranged from practical to, “I didn’t know that even existed!” See what surprises could be in store for holiday gift giving or getting. (Part 1)

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Show Notes:

Links:

Brian Flanigan-Arthurs’ Picks:

Ember cup - $150 (14oz)
https://amzn.to/41p8Opv

Ember Sliding Lid, Splash-Proof Ember Mug Lid Compatible with First and Second Generation Ember Mugs, 14 oz
https://amzn.to/4g38Bg1

Tempered Glass screen protector for iPhone 16 Pro
https://amzn.to/3ZJzss4

Brittany Smith’s Picks:

Magnetic Phone Tripod Mount Adapter with 1/4"-20 Hole Compatible with MagSafe for iPhone
https://amzn.to/3ZpE5Gm

Nearsighted Snorkel Gear, Nearsighted Dry Snorkel Mask Set for Adult Youth, Nearsighted Anti Fog Diving Mask with Detachable Camera Mount & Adjustable Strap for Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Freediving
https://amzn.to/4gsdq2C

Jim Rea’s Picks:

Waze Floor Lamp
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DYSBVQC

https://www.wyze.com/products/wyze-floor-lamp

BlueAnt Soundblade Under Monitor Soundbar
https://amzn.to/4g4cEsJ

MacVoices #24013: CES Unveiled – BlueAnt’s Soundblade Desktop Soundbar Sounds Great
https://macvoices.com/macvoices-24013-ces-unveiled-blueants-soundblade-desktop-soundbar-sounds-great/

Chuck Joiner’s Picks:

Echo Glow - Multicolor smart lamp
https://amzn.to/3Bkfc6W

STM Dux 30L Backpack
https://amzn.to/4in9v93

Guests:

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].

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.

Brittany Smith is a trained cognitive neuroscientist who provides ADD/ADHD, technology, and productivity coaching through her business, Devise and Conquer, along with companion video courses for folks with ADHD. She’s also the cofounder of The ADHD Guild, a community for nerdy folks with ADHD. She, herself, is a self-designated “well-rounded geek”. She can be found on Twitter as @addliberator, on Mastodon as @[email protected], and on YouTube with tech tips.

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