MacVoices 25146: TV+ Talk - New Content and Strategy Developments at Apple TV+
Release Date: 05/26/2025
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Katie Fawkes and Doc Rock from join The Road to to discuss how video has become essential in both personal and professional life. They share their excitement about sponsoring and presenting at Macstock, offering hands-on demos, conversations, and practical advice. From remote church services to family memorials, they highlight how easy it is to create meaningful content with tools like Ecamm, and why video is now accessible to everyone—no tech background required. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:09 Introduction to MacVoices 02:33 The Road to MacStock 03:58 Event Insights and Experiences 04:05...
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On the NAB Show floor in Las Vegas Chief Marketing Officer Adam Kranitz introduces Resilio Active Everywhere, a powerful tool that helps creative teams move large video and media files quickly and securely. Whether working from home, in the field, or across multiple studios, Resilio ensures smooth, fast sharing without delays. It’s built to handle big projects while keeping things simple, secure, and compatible with your existing setup. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV25158.mp3 Show Notes: Chapters: 00:11 Introduction to Resilio at NAB Show 01:45 Resilio Active...
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Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, and Web Bixby evaluate a report ranking Apple Pay fifth among global payment methods, questioning its methodology and the omission of key usage metrics. They also explore Apple’s upcoming $300M Formula 1 film release, noting its IMAX expansion and apparent shift in Apple’s theatrical distribution policy. Conversations range from payment habits to movie production. MacVoices is supported by Insta360 and their new Insta360 X5 360° 8K camera. Get a free invisible selfie stick worth $24.99 at ...
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This Road to has a familiar face: David Ginsburg has been a consistent presence at Macstock since the conference started up. Dave previews his presentation on Apple screen capture tools, highlighting apps like Snagit, Camtasia, and CleanShot X with an emphasis on practical use cases, cross-platform support, and integration with video workflows. 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 PM...
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At NAB Show in Las Vegas, Casper Hanney, the Founder of introduces a hybrid Wi-Fi router and cellular hotspot designed for camera-to-cloud workflows. Compatible with any Wi-Fi-enabled camera or device, Ghost Kits ensures seamless cloud uploads—even in remote areas—by automatically switching networks. With flexible data plans, 6–12 hour battery life, and pre-orders now open, it’s a versatile tool for modern video production. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:07 Introduction to Ghost Kits 02:26 Device Features and Compatibility 03:32 Subscription and Data Plans 04:28 Battery Life and...
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The panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Mark Fuccio, and Brittany Smith discusses Audible’s rollout of AI-generated audiobook narration, debating its impact on accessibility, job displacement, and listener experience. They also explore Amazon and Netflix’s use of AI in advertising, increasing interruptions during streaming. A warning is issued about Meta requiring users to re-opt-out of AI data use, and the group closes with insights on evolving media habits and tech frustrations. ...
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The May 2025 MacVoices Update touches on some MacVoices Live! show feedback and how it fits in with the show’s objectives and why you should attend . How the show schedule has been evolving and the month’s Support Report concludes the update. Show Notes: Links: Save $50 with Chuck’s discount code: macvoices50 Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with Connect: Web: Twitter: ...
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Mark Fuccio, and Brittany Smith break down Adobe’s new Creative Cloud Pro subscription, which lowers the monthly price by excluding generative AI features. They compare its value for individuals and enterprise users, discuss Adobe’s long-term strategy, and weigh the pros and cons of subscription models. The conversation shifts to Elgato’s introduction of a virtual Stream Deck, its limitations, and how tools like Keyboard Maestro can automate tasks and streamline workflows—no hardware...
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On this stop on The Road to we pick up a first time speaker for the event. Chris Cooke shares her journey as a blind tech instructor and advocate for accessibility, and previews her talk on empowering blind and low vision Mac users through a range of inclusive software tools. Chris emphasizes how accessible technology benefits everyone and encourages greater awareness and proactive approaches to digital inclusion. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Notion, the best AI tool for work. Check it out at . Show Notes: Chapters: 00:07 Introduction to Macstock 01:11 Chris Cook's...
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At NAB Show in Las Vegas, Co-Founder and COO Marcelo Moyano and CBO Sandra Dever from introduce Voodoo Spatial, a tool that enables live streaming and playback of spatial video from iPhone 15 Pro to Apple Vision Pro. Their solution emphasizes high quality, ease of use, and accessibility, allowing users to experience immersive video across devices. The discussion highlights spatial video’s creative potential, production techniques, and cross-platform compatibility. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV25150.mp3 Show Notes: Chapters: 00:09 Introduction to NAB Show 01:15 The Vision Pro...
info_outlineCharlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner explore new Apple TV+ content, including a long-awaited Peanuts musical, the Brad Pitt-led F1 film, and culinary docuseries Knife Edge. They reflect on the emotional arc of Shrinking Season 2, the ending of Mythic Quest, and what’s next for Foundation. Charlotte also announces her upcoming book, Streaming Wars, examining the evolution of modern entertainment.
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Show Notes:
Chapters:
00:18 Welcome to TV+s Talk
01:18 New Peanuts Musical Announcement
04:42 Apple’s Strategy with Peanuts IP
07:19 Upcoming Apple TV+ Shows
09:59 F1 The Movie Overview
12:56 Apple’s Cinema Strategy
14:22 Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars
18:57 Discussion on Shrinking Series
30:00 Mythic Quest and Its Conclusion
33:28 Charlotte's New Book Announcement
Links:
Streaming Wars: How Getting Everything We Wanted Changed Entertainment Forever by Charlotte A. Henry
https://amzn.to/3YZPJZ9
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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