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MacVoices #25292: MacVoices 2025 Holiday Gift Guide #2 (2)

Release Date: 11/24/2025

MacVoices #25322: Kirk McElhearn Takes Control of Apple Media Apps (1)

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Kirk McElhern discusses the latest edition of , covering what’s new—and what isn’t—in Music, TV, Podcasts, and Books. He critiques the “Liquid Glass” look, notes small updates like AutoMix and pinned items, and argues the apps have reached maturity. The conversation includes accessibility issues, managing personal video libraries, and why Spotify’s appeal isn’t just playlists. (Part 1) MacVoices is supported by The Antigravity A1. Get off the ground like never before with the Antigravity A1. You have to see the results to believe them. Find out everything you need to...

MacVoices #25321: Live! - Implications of Apple's AI Talent Losses

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A wide-ranging discussion examines the implications of leadership changes and talent loss within Apple’s AI organization following delays to promised Siri features. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, and Jim Rea debate whether Apple’s struggles reflect internal turmoil, unrealistic timelines, or a deliberate partnering with external AI options. Privacy, on-device capabilities, and regulatory pressure all factor into a candid assessment of Apple’s AI strategy and credibility. MacVoices is...

MacVoices #25320: Live! - The MacVoices Live! Panel's Holiday Purchases

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In response to the inevitable shower of deals and special offers on Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and beyond, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, and Jim Rea share some of their holiday acquisitions and why the made them. The panel also covers “fake” discounts, deal fatigue, and why loyal customers often miss out while still celebrating the fun of finding genuinely useful gear. MacVoices is supported by The Antigravity A1. Get off the ground like never before with the Antigravity A1. You have to...

MacVoices #25319: 2025 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #8 (3)

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In the final segment of the 2025 Holiday Gift Guide, Kelly Guimont, Jim Rea, Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, and Kirk McElhearn out with bigger comfort and productivity picks: a portable lamp with battery power, a TSA-friendly Leatherman, along with a charging station, a long-running text utility, and a travel accessory for cramped flights. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported by , our free magazine on Flipboard. Updated daily with the best articles on the web to help you do more with your Apple gear and adjacent tech, access MacVoices Magazine content on , on the web,...

MacVoices #25318: 2025 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #8 (2)

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The second part of our final 2025 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide delivers a mix of low-tech problem solvers and smart power picks. Kelly Guimont, Jim Rea, Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, and Kirk McElhearn select an interior windshield cleaner, a MagSafe ring mount for comfortable caseless use at home, and suction-based phone chargers/stands to keep devices charged and easy to find. The picks also include a USB-C rechargeable numeric pad, experience gifts like concert tickets, a rechargeable electric candle lighter, and a fun gaming recommendation. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices...

MacVoices #25317: 2025 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #8 (1)

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Kelly Guimont, Jim Rea, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Kirk McElhearn and Chuck Joiner wrap up the 2025 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guides wraps up with “best of the rest” episodes, packed with practical picks and plenty of laughs. Highlights include keyboard travel cases, socks, portable power options, dictation software, a motorized TV mount, a light, and compact multi-port chargers. (Part 1) MacVoices is supported by The Antigravity A1. Get off the ground like never before with the Antigravity A1. You have to see the results to believe them. Find out everything you need to know to get...

MacVoices #25316: TV+ Talk - Year-End Apple TV Analysis & Favorite Shows

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Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner wrap up 2025 with a look at Apple TV’s momentum, awards recognition, and strategy. They preview upcoming releases like F1 and returning series Hijack and Tehran, debate sports rights and bundles, and share favorite picks including Slow Horses, Prime Target, The Morning Show season 4, the finale of Mythic Quest, and Foundation—arguing 2025 may be the service’s strongest year yet. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Year-end wrap and what’s ahead 01:03 F1 release and Hijack season return 01:53 AFI “best shows” list and Apple TV’s strategy 06:01...

MacVoices #25315: 2025 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #7 (2)

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The 2025 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide continues with Brittany Smith, Mike Potter, and Chuck Joiner making the picks. They include an affordable Bluetooth blood pressure monitor that syncs to Health, a whimsical LEGO gingerbread Star Wars piece, and a double recommendation of an Audible subscription and a book that covers Apple from a different angle. An app pick, a feline-oriented calendar, and a push to learn large language models responsibly finishes off this guide. (Part 2) MacVoices is supported by the 2025 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guides. Tech and more you want to give and get. Find...

MacVoices #25314: 2025 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #7 (1)

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The 2025 MacVoices Holiday Gift Gide #7 kicks off with Brittany Smith, Mike Potter, and Chuck Joiner sharing practical and fun picks. Highlights include a fandom-themed backpack, a powerful multi-port charger, compact multi-purpose cables, an iPhone mini alternative, an AI-powered webcam, and a tool for repurposing old Macs. (Part 1) MacVoices is supported by The Antigravity A1. Get off the ground like never before with the Antigravity A1. You have to see the results to believe them. Find out everything you need to know to get off the ground with Antigravity A1 — the world’s first 8K 360...

MacVoices #25313: Jeff Carlson Takes Control of Apple Watch (2)

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Jeff Carlson dives deeper into watchOS 26 changes as we continue our discussion about . From a redesigned Workout app and expanded customization to Workout Buddy’s friendly audio updates, Jeff covers some of the most interesting and important updates. He also points out new Control Center options, Smart Stack hints, Focus-based watch face switching, and Ultra 3 satellite support. (Part 2) MacVoices is supported by The Antigravity A1. Get off the ground like never before with the Antigravity A1. You have to see the results to believe them. Find out everything you need to know to get...

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The second part of 2025 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #2 features more product picks both useful and off-beat from Jeff Gamet, ”Pilot Pete” Harmon, and Chuck Joiner. (Part 2)

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Show Notes:

Chapters:

[0:00] Holiday Gift Guide part two intro
[0:40] Book nooks and LEGO bookshelf scenes
[5:11] Rechargeable magnetic hand warmers
[8:53] Compact iPhone and Apple Watch travel charger
[11:22] Incogni data privacy sponsor segment
[13:39] Beam Paints and Martha Mae art supplies
[20:03] Scosche PowerUp 2000 jump starter and power bank
[24:55] Why lithium batteries stay in the cabin on flights
[25:30] Adding caster wheels to wire shelving for mobile storage
[29:30] Gift guide wrap-up and emptying wallets
[30:11] Where to find Jeff online and on podcasts
[31:01] Where to find Pete and his aviation show

Links:

“Pilot Pete” Harmon:

Handy Heater Hand Warmers Ultra - Rechargeable & Cordless with 3 Heat Settings - Portable, Battery Powered, Lightweight - Up To 7 Hours of Run Time Per Warmer
https://amzn.to/47Zq8o9

Scosche PowerUp 2000 Portable Jump Starter / charger
https://amzn.to/485sFMi

Jeff Gamet:

Book Nook:

Tonecheer
https://amzn.to/4oQ2Cjp

MiniCity
https://amzn.to/4r9XtnH

LEGO Sherlock Holmes
https://www.lego.com/en-us/product sherlock-holmes-book-nook-10351

LEGO Hogwarts 99.99
https://www.lego.com/en-us/product/book-nook-hogwarts-express-76450

LEGO Lord of the Rings Balrog
https://www.lego.com/en-us/product/the-lord-of-the-rings-balrog-book-nook-10367

beampaints 13.00 https://www.beampaints.com/collections/reclaimed-cedar-palettes

Martha Mae Art Supplies
https://marthamae.info/

Chuck Joiner

Alex Tech 25ft - 1/4 inch Cord Protector Wire Loom Tubing Cable Sleeve Split Sleeving For USB Cable Power Cord Audio Video Cable
https://amzn.to/4pkbEF5

TAVR Universal Table Top TV Stand Mount for 27 30 32 37 40 43 47 50 55 60 65 Inch LCD LED Flat/Curved Screen TVs, Height Adjustable TV Legs, Strong TV Base Holds up to 88 lbs, Max VESA 800x500mm
https://amzn.to/4oawWUH

3 in 1 Magnetic Wireless for iPhone Charging Station: Foldable Portable Charger for iPhone 17-12 Pro Max & Apple Watch & AirPods
https://amzn.to/4reasVC

Caster Wheels, 3" Locking Swivel Stem Casters Set of 4, 3/8"-16 x 1 (Screw Diameter 3/8", Length 1") Rubber Casters with 360 Degree No Noise Wheels for Furniture
https://amzn.to/4pnK5L6

Guests:

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., @jgamet@mastodon.social on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet.

“Pilot Pete” Harmon is a professional avaitor, co-host of MacGeek Gab and co-host of So There I Was. He can be reached on X as @PilotPete.

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