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MacVoices #25118: TV+ Talk - TV+ Talk Is Back!

Release Date: 04/23/2025

MacVoices #25138: Live! - App Store Politics, iPhone Pricing Rumors, Smart Home Transitions

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The discussion starts with Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet examining another piece of app store legislation, questioning its logic, potential impact, and the recurring influence of major players like Epic and Spotify. They explore the rumor of iPhone 17 price increases, debating whether tariffs, manufacturing shifts, or strategic messaging are driving the narrative. Wrapping up, the panel provide a PSA on Apple’s shift away from legacy HomeKit architecture in iOS 19, including what users should check...

MacVoices #25137: Road to Macstock - Brian Flanigan-Arthurs

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The Road to finds its way to Brian Flanagan-Arthurs, who will present “Automate, But Don’t Take Shortcuts,” focusing on accessible, time-saving automation tools built into Apple devices. He will focus on simple automations, routines, and smart device usage that reclaim time and support better learning, productivity, and health—without overwhelming complexity. The session will also explore how automation and AI shape education and the future workplace. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:08 Introduction to Macstock 00:39 Brian's Return to Macstock 02:04 The Shift to Automation 04:08...

MacVoices #25136: NAB Show - Mapcreator's Real-Time Updates

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At NAB Show 2025, showcased powerful new integrations that bring live data and map creation directly into newsroom systems like EPS and Adobe. Features include wildfire tracking, real-time updates, and customizable locator maps. CEO Robbert Klaver discusses how the new personal plan opens access to individual creators, making broadcast-quality mapping more accessible for YouTubers and small teams. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV25136.mp3 Show Notes: Chapters: 00:10 NAB Show 2025 Overview 01:25 New Integrations for Mapcreator 03:29 Live Data and Wildfire Mapping 06:20 Accessibility...

MacVoices #25135: Live! - Tim Cook and Siri, AI Expectations

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The panel analyzes Tim Cook’s recent comments on Siri and Apple Intelligence from the latest earnings call, debating whether Apple overpromised on AI capabilities. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet also revisit Apple’s discontinued router line and the likelihood of a comeback in today’s competitive market. The episode wraps with a discussion about Duolingo’s decision to replace human content creators with AI, exploring both the potential educational value and the broader implications for language...

MacVoices #25134: NAB Show - Insta360's Connect Revolutionizes Hybrid Workspaces

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At NAB Show 2025, showcases the , a smart all-in-one conference camera with dual 4K lenses, AI-powered speaker tracking, whiteboard enhancement, gallery view, and advanced audio capabilities. Designed for simplicity, it supports major platforms like Zoom and Teams, requires no extra hardware, and prioritizes privacy by recording nothing internally. Qibiao Liu, Industry Business Development Manager for Insta360 delivers the impressive demo. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:08 Introduction to Insta360 02:32 Advanced Features Unveiled 04:11 Demonstrating Whiteboard Mode 07:52 Recording and Privacy...

MacVoices #25133: Road to Macstock - Brett Terpstra

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On The Road to Brett Terpstra previews his upcoming talk on Mastodon, highlighting its benefits over traditional social media platforms. He provides some thoughts on how to choose the right server, migrate accounts, and even host your own instance for better control. The session aims to guide users through Mastodon’s structure and community, helping them get the most out of the platform while eliminating confusion. Brett also shares why he’s left most other platforms behind in favor of Mastodon and Facebook. This edition of MacVoices is supported by . What happens before and after...

MacVoices #25132: Live! - Meta Piles On, Questioning Tim Sweeney's Thinking

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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet continue the of discussion the latest developments in the Epic vs. Apple legal battle. Adding to the court order is a recent interview with Epic CEO Tim Sweeney and his portrayal of his company as a defender of developers and seemingly contradictory statements about Apple vs. Epic’s ambitions, and scrutinizes his recent interview. Thoughts on whether average users will even notice the changes and what comes next are topped off by Meta’s entry into the platform...

MacVoices #25131: Live! - Implications of The Epic v. Apple Lawsuit Decision

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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet analyze the latest developments in the Epic vs. Apple lawsuit, focusing on Judge Gonzalez’s criticism of Apple’s failure to enable alternate payment options in good faith. Allegations of perjury against an Apple executive and the company’s strategic missteps take center stage. The group debates Apple’s App Store fee structure, the role of government oversight, and whether developers will embrace the new rules or remain cautious. MacVoices is supported by ...

MacVoices #25130: NAB - Oliver Breidenbach of Boinx Software and mimoLive

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On the show floor at NAB we got to connect with our old friend Oliver Breidenbach, CEO of and . Oliver catches us up on what’s new in mimoLive, including Zoom integration and a new free evaluation license ideal for creators, educators, and mobile journalists. The platform now offers advanced video compositing, flexible formats, and real-time remote production capabilities. Updates to other Boinx products like FotoMagico also continue under a subscription model for rapid innovation. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:07 NAB Show 2025 Introduction 00:43 Memo Live Updates 02:34 Creative...

MacVoices #25129: Live! - Roku's Aggressive Advertising, Implications of a Cheaper Vision Pro

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The MacVoices Live! panel critiques Roku’s intrusive ad tactics, including pop-ups during device startup, and debates the value of a cheaper Apple Vision Pro. Concerns over marketing overload, branding fatigue, and the role of eye-display tech in mixed reality are explored. Humor, frustration, and insights collide as Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet group weighs tech advancement against user experience and consumer respect. MacVoices is supported by Insta360 and their new Insta360 X5 360° 8K camera. Get a free invisible selfie...

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Apple TV+ earns two Peabody nominations for powerful documentaries “Bread and Roses” and “The Last of the Sea Women,” but hosts Chuck Joiner and Charlotte Henry express frustration over Apple’s poor promotion of its content. They praise Apple’s overall documentary quality yet note how many shows go under the radar. The conversation also covers the wrap of “Severance” season two, the final season of “Mythic Quest,” and news of a controversial season four of “Ted Lasso.”

Show Notes:

Chapters:

00:15 Welcome to TV Plus Talk
00:52 Apple’s Peabody Nominations
08:42 Apple’s Promotion Challenges
13:41 Severance Season Two Wrap-Up
15:04 Mythic Quest’s Final Season
20:01 Ending Shows on a High Note
21:23 The Gorge Recommendation
23:08 State of Apple TV Plus
28:44 Ted Lasso Season Four News
31:24 Wrapping Up and Future Plans

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.