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MacVoices #25298: 2025 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #4 (1)

Release Date: 11/28/2025

MacVoices #26016: Live! - Social Media Warning Labels, Brain Gear, and the M4 Mac Mini.

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New York’s proposed warning labels for social media was the topic of a discussion questioning whether lawmakers understand the real drivers of addiction and the privacy cost of age verification. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Mark Fuccio and Jim Rea also cover shifts to “brain gear” wearables and the risks of sensitive data leaving the device. The group praises the M4 Mac mini for outsized performance, value, and flexibility—especially for multi-monitor setups as one of the highlights of 2025. The Antigravity A1 is the...

MacVoices #26015: CES Unveiled - Fighting Email Overload with MAILVISTA

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At CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, Jessica Bay introduces , a digital assistant designed to tame email overload. Jessica explains how the service organizes, prioritizes, and summarizes messages to highlight what truly matters. The discussion covers privacy safeguards, personalization through context and learning, current support for Gmail and Outlook, and an objective of reducing email stress. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with Connect: ...

MacVoices #26014: CES Unveiled - Skyted Keeps Private Conversations Private In Crowded Spaces

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A CES Unveiled interview with Thomas Guesdon, COO for , provided an update on their headset that is designed to enable quiet, confidential conversations in crowded spaces such as in a plane, introduces a new app that visualizes how far a user’s voice travels, and discusses a major aerospace partnership. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with Connect: Web: Twitter: ...

MacVoices #26013: CES Unveiled - Gesture-Based Control with Naqi Logix

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From CES Unveiled, a conversation with ' Head of AI Dr. Rodney Sappington introduces a set of earbuds designed to give users hands-free control of computers, tablets, and smart devices. He explains explores how subtle finger and hand movements translate into precise commands, accessibility and productivity use cases, and how Naqi’Logix' technology can complement traditional input methods in mobile, professional, and assistive scenarios. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon Enjoy this episode? Make a...

MacVoices #26012: CES Unveiled - Targus' Voyager Backpack and Hyper's Next USB 4 Enclosure

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From CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, ’ Vice President, Global Marketing & Ecommerce Andrew Corkill shows off a modular, expandable backpack designed for business trave for more than just tech, new portable docking stations that enable multi-display workflows on the road. Then, Gabi Iorio, Director of Global Marketing and Sales for , gave us a look at their award-winning Hyper enclosure that upgrades storage, speed, and even AI capabilities without replacing a laptop. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV26012.mp3 Show Notes: Links: HyperDrive Next USB4 M.2 PCIe Enclosure Targus...

MacVoices #26011: Live! - Apple’s Key Product Performance, Ford Supports CarPlay, and The Macalope Validates

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An evaluation of the performance of major Apple product categories over the past year is reviewed by the panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Mark Fuccio and Jim Rea, drawing on market data to assess claims of category leadership across iPhone, iPad, AirPods, Apple Watch, and Mac. The panel examines the impact of Apple silicon on Mac sales, contrasts Ford’s renewed support for CarPlay with GM’s strategy, and recognize a validation of this and past discussions from a noted Apple commentator. The Antigravity A1 is the...

MacVoices #26010: CES Unveiled - HOVERAir Expands Its Line with a Waterproof Drone

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At CES Unveiled, showed off the Aqua, a first-of-its-kind self-flying action camera designed for use on land and water. Morgan Alexander outlined its waterproof design, 4K video, sub-250g weight, and unique snorkel mode that records above and below the surface. Show Notes: Chapters: Links: HOVERAir on Amazon: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with Connect: Web: Twitter: ...

MacVoices #26009: CES Unveiled - Shure Updates the MV88 Mic for USB-C

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From CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, T Banks, Product Manager for , introduces the new MV88 microphone designed for iPhone and USB-C devices. Featuring a dual-capsule design to deliver adjustable stereo sound, app-controlled gain, auto-leveling, and real-time noise reduction the MV88 help creators capture clean audio anywhere. Show Notes: Links: Shure Mics on Amazon: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with Connect: Web: ...

MacVoices #26008: Live! - Was Spotify's Music Stolen or Archived?

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Spotify’s music catalog was recently “appropriated” by an unauthorized party. Was it theft or preservation? The conversation explores copyright, artist rights, and the idea of music as both art and information. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, and Jim Rea also look at libraries, global access, licensing models, and how digital archives and video games should be preserved for future generations. MacVoices is supported by CleanMyMac from MacPaw. Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use my code MACVOICES20 for 20% off at ....

MacVoices #26007: CES Unveiled - Govee Shows Off AI-Driven Lighting and Smart Appliances

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At CES Unveiled 2026, Matthew Ungar, Marketing Manager for shows off the company’s newest smart lighting and home innovations. Highlights include LumaBlend Plus for richer color control, dynamic ceiling lights that mimic natural skies, an AI lighting assistant, and a nugget ice maker designed to bring restaurant-style convenience into the home. Show Notes: Links: Govee Smart Ceiling Light GoveeLife Smart Ice Maker Countertop, Portable Ice Machine with Voice Control Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon Enjoy this...

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This 2025 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #4 features Norbert Frassa, Rosemary Orchard, Mike Schmitz, and Chuck Joiner sharing thoughtful tech gift ideas that range from a projection alarm clock, device decor, sleep tech, open-ear headsets, and much more. (Part 1)

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Show Notes:

Chapters:

[0:00] Holiday Gift Guide #4 introduction and Take Control Books promo
[0:41] Format of the gift guides and master pick lists overview
[2:07] Panel introductions: Norbert Frossa, Rosemary Orchard, Mike Schmitz
[3:06] Norbert’s first pick: projection alarm clock with ceiling and wall time
[5:34] Why projected time is so useful at home and in hotels
[7:17] Rosemary’s first pick: Festivitas decorative lights app for Mac and iOS
[8:43] Customizing lights, themes, and year-round holiday visuals
[9:31] Mike’s first pick: Anker Soundcore sleep earbuds for white noise
[10:59] Travel use, side sleeping comfort, and noise masking
[11:31] Chuck’s white noise clock app and sleep sound preferences
[13:09] Norbert’s second pick: Shokz OpenMeet UC open-ear headset
[13:31] Dual-device pairing, work-from-home calls, and battery life
[16:22] Rosemary’s second pick: Satechi USB-C lanyard and phone anchor
[19:32] Security, comfort, and power delivery limits for the lanyard cable
[21:06] Mike’s second pick: Rodecaster Video S HDMI and audio switcher
[23:52] Comparing to the larger Rodecaster Video and 1080p streaming use
[25:24] Chuck’s pick: OWC Thunderbolt hub and multi-dock setups
[27:37] Multiple hubs, workspaces, and the lure of more ports and Stream Decks
[29:21] Closing thanks, Patreon, and sponsor acknowledgments

Links:

Norbert Frassa:

Mesqool Projection Alarm Clock
https://amzn.to/48D3IJi

Shokz OpenMeet UC
https://amzn.to/4pyj47A

Rosemary Orchard:

Festivas App
https://mac.festivitas.app

Satechi OntheGo USB-C Lanyard Cable, 60W Fast Charging, 480Mbps Data Transfer, Built-in Crossbody Strap
https://amzn.to/48iBcLQ

Mike Schmitz:

Soundcore Sleep A20 by Anker Sleep Earbuds, 30dB High-Frequency Noise Reduction, Small Earplugs for Side Sleepers, 80H Playtime
https://amzn.to/4io1GjD

soundcore Sleep A30 by Anker Sleep Earbuds, Smart Active Noise Cancelling Sleep Headphones, Adaptive Snore-Masking System, Ultra-Comfort for Side Sleepers, 45H Playtime
https://amzn.to/4okbjB8

RodeVideo S
https://rode.com/en-us/products/rodecaster-video-s

Chuck Joiner:

White Noise App (full version)
https://www.tmsoft.com/white-noise/

OWC Thunderbolt Hub Docking Station
https://amzn.to/4pEl4eQ

Guests:

Norbert Frassa is a technology “man about town”. Follow him on Twitter and see what he’s up to.

Rosemary Orchard is a nerd, automator, and chocaholic. When she’s not making Shortcuts or podcasting about them, you’ll frequently find her discussing her love of iPads and other Apple technology on RosemaryOrchard.com, Automators, Nested Folders, The Sweet Setup, and ScreenCastsOnline. She is runs WhenWorks to help you schedule appointments more efficiently. Originally from the UK she now calls Vienna, Austria, home…until she returns to the U.K. Follow her on Twitter.

Mike Schmitz is a nerd and an independent creator who talks about the intersection of faith, productivity, and tech He’s a YouTuber, screencaster (ScreenCastsOnline), writer (The Sweet Setup), and co-hosts the Focused, Bookworm, and Intentional Family podcasts. Follow him on Twitter as _MikeSchmitz.