Chuck Joiner talks with the most interesting and influential people in the Mac industry, as well as the individuals who are out there making it happen on the front lines of the global Mac community.
Ted Lasso returns with a new focus on women's football. Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner discuss the familiar characters in a fresh setting, and how the series has addresses issues such as team dynamics, injuries, finances, and the realities of the sport. Thoughts on the series renewed appeal, a teaser about Silo Season 3, and comments on Apple's expanding TV catalog, live sports and the iPhone Duo are included. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV26259.mp3 Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Ted Lasso, Women's Football, Silo, and Apple TV00:55 Apple's Latest Announcements01:17 The iPhone Duo and Watching Video on the Go03:27 The iPhone Duo's Price and Screen-Time Question04:29 Could the iPhone Duo Replace an iPad mini?05:36 Streaming and Traveling With the iPhone Duo07:00 The New AirPods Lineup08:30 AirPods Pro vs. the Standard AirPods10:28 Ted Lasso Returns11:11 First Impressions of the New Season12:33 Bringing Women's Football Into Ted Lasso12:57 ACL Injuries and the Realities of Women's Football14:09 Avoiding the Pitfalls of the New Storyline14:59 Men's vs. Women's Football and Media Attention15:48 Ted's Return From Kansas City17:18 The Opening Sequence and Ted's Post-Coaching Life21:20 Callbacks to Earlier Ted Lasso Seasons21:51 Why the New Season Works23:05 Can New Viewers Start With This Season?24:49 Moving Between Men's and Women's Football27:48 The Lasso Family Dynamic29:39 Portraying Women Players and Team Relationships31:21 Familiar Characters and Possible Cameos31:41 Silo Season 332:36 The Quality and Quantity of Apple TV Content32:59 Apple TV Adds Non-Original Movies34:16 Live Sports, Baseball, and MLS34:42 Baseball on Apple Vision Pro35:25 Wrapping Up 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. Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreonhttp://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web:http://macvoices.com Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoinerhttp://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon:https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook:http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook:http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook:http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunesVideo in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
The MacVoices Live! panel shares first impressions of iOS 27 and Apple's latest operating system updates, covering stability, performance, interface changes, Apple Pay, Weather, Vision Pro, and upgrade strategies. The discussion then turns to the new Apple Watch Live Rewind feature that will be coming later this year. How the assistive feature will work, its privacy safeguards, and accessibility benefits spark a debate that touches on, recording concerns, social implications, and whether controversy could threaten the feature's future. The panel includes Chuck Joiner, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, and Web Bixby. MacVoices is supported by CleanMyMac from MacPaw. Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use my code MACVOICES20 for 20% off at http://clnmy.com/MACVOICES Show Notes: Chapters: 00:24 Welcome and panel introductions 04:46 First experiences with iOS 27 and Apple's new OS releases 05:45 Apple Pay interface changes 06:39 New Weather app features 07:40 The case for waiting before major OS upgrades 08:05 Post-upgrade indexing and device temperature 09:24 iPhone 12 Pro performance after iOS 27 10:21 macOS 27 menu bar compatibility and audio improvements 11:40 Apple Watch 12 and other device upgrades 12:06 Vision Pro improvements and AppleCare One 13:50 SAI requirements and waiting-list experiences 15:09 CleanMyMac sponsor message 16:34 Apple Watch Live Rewind and the privacy controversy 18:25 How Live Rewind records, stores, and processes conversations 20:03 Big Tech and growing skepticism over personal privacy 21:19 Live Rewind and Apple Watch battery life 22:11 Transcription, security, and accessibility benefits 23:59 Practical uses for short conversation rewind 24:45 SAI filtering and sensitive information 26:28 Could recording concerns lead to smartwatch bans? 27:32 Questions about Live Rewind's real-world usefulness 30:21 Recording meetings and the rise of AI note takers 32:30 Will Live Rewind survive the controversy? Links: Here are the requirements to get Siri AI in iOS 27 - 9to5Mac https://9to5mac.com/2026/09/14/here-are-the-requirements-to-get-siri-ai-in-ios-27/ You Can't Use Apple Watch's Live Rewind Secretly, Apple Says https://www.macrumors.com/2026/09/10/apple-watch-live-rewind/ macOS Golden Gate: 10 Features to Try First https://www.macrumors.com/guide/macos-golden-gate-10-features-2/ Apple Explains What Happens to Conversations Siri Recap Hears https://www.macrumors.com/2026/09/10/apple-watch-siri-recap/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
Take Control Books Publisher Joe Kissell continues our discussion of the OS27 releases, exploring Apple's next-generation Siri and Apple Intelligence. Joe touches on including conversational context, on-screen awareness, cross-device continuity, and deeper access to personal information. He also explains where Apple's generative AI falls short at the moment, why Image Playground isn't up to his standards,, what users should expect from the new operating systems, and how Take Control's new books cover the changes. (Part 2) MacVoices is supported by CleanMyMac from MacPaw. Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use my code MACVOICES20 for 20% off at http://clnmy.com/MACVOICES Show Notes: Chapters: 02:21 Pricing, bundles, and what's inside the new books 03:14 Hardware and OS requirements for Siri and Apple Intelligence 04:30 Rewriting the Siri book from scratch 04:44 How the new Siri differs from the old Siri 05:03 Siri's improved answers and web knowledge 06:03 Siri gains awareness of what's on your screen 06:54 Accessing information in Mail, Messages, Contacts, and other apps 08:03 Testing Siri's knowledge with Star Trek 09:40 Ongoing Siri conversations and cross-device continuity 10:43 Apple Intelligence features beyond Siri 11:23 Apple Intelligence features Joe and Glenn don't recommend 13:22 Preparing for macOS Golden Gate, iOS 27, and iPadOS 27 15:26 Why Image Playground disappoints 16:24 Testing Image Playground's limitations 17:32 Problems with AI-generated image accuracy and geometry 19:35 Ethical concerns about AI-generated artwork 20:40 When Image Playground might still be useful 21:07 Take Control book availability and purchasing options 22:23 Book bundles and pricing 23:49 Waiting for the final OS releases instead of running betas 24:35 Joe's experience with the stability of Apple's betas 25:23 Preparing for the new releases and future book updates 26:07 Closing thoughts Links: Take Control of iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 by Glenn Fleishman https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/ios-27-ipados-27/ Take Control of Siri AI ad Apple Intelligence by Joe Kissell https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/siri-ai/ Take Control of Golden Gate by Joe Kissell https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/golden-gate/ Guests: Joe Kissell is the publisher of Take Control ebooks, as well as the author of over 60 books on a wide variety of tech topics. Keep up with him if you can on his personal site, JoeKissell.com, on Bluesky, and Mastodon. Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
Joe Kissell discusses a new approach to Take Control Books's coverage of Apple's latest operating systems, including separate books for macOS Golden Gate, iOS 27 and iPadOS 27, plus a cross-platform guide to Siri AI and Apple Intelligence. Joe explains the challenges of documenting changing betas, evaluates Apple's emphasis on polish and bug fixes, and examines Liquid Glass and lingering problems in Contacts. (Part 1) MacVoices is supported by CleanMyMac from MacPaw. Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use my code MACVOICES20 for 20% off at http://clnmy.com/MACVOICES Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Joe Kissell Takes Control of Apple's Latest Operating Systems 00:32 Welcome and Apple's New OS Releases 01:24 A Busy Summer for Take Control 03:34 Three New Take Control Books 03:52 Rethinking OS Coverage After WWDC 04:43 Siri AI and Apple Intelligence Take Center Stage 05:19 macOS Golden Gate, iOS 27, and iPadOS 27 06:17 Creating a Cross-Platform Siri AI and Apple Intelligence Book 07:54 Pre-Release Editions and the Update Process 09:23 Preparing Books for Apple's Final Releases 11:38 The Challenge of Constantly Changing Betas 12:40 Tracking Features Apple Barely Explained 14:01 Explaining What Apple Doesn't Document 16:03 Features That May Not Arrive at Launch 17:37 What Stands Out Before the Final Releases? 18:44 A Polishing Release Rather Than a Feature Release 20:19 Bug Fixes and Performance Improvements 20:44 What Apple's Liquid Glass Controls Really Do 22:19 Liquid Glass Cosmetic Improvements 23:11 Apple Contacts and Bugs That Still Haven't Been Fixed 25:09 Questions About Apple's Quality Control 25:59 Closing and Show Information Links: Take Control of iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 by Glenn Fleishman https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/ios-27-ipados-27/ Take Control of Siri AI ad Apple Intelligence by Joe Kissell https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/siri-ai/ Take Control of Golden Gate by Joe Kissell https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/golden-gate/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
Our discussion of Apple's "Surprise and Shine" event sparks discussion of the Apple Watch audio intelligence, privacy, health monitoring, battery life, and the Ultra's outdoor appeal. The MacVoices Live! panel also examines AirPods upgrades, the iPhone Duo's unusual form factor, Apple's evolving AI strategy C2 modem differences, and the significance of John Ternus taking a lead role in Apple's keynote presentation. (Part 2) Panel members include: Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, Web Bixby, and Jeff Gamet. MacVoices is supported by the new MacVoices Merch Store, featuring Comfort Colors t-shirts and sweatshirts, caps, mugs, stickers, and even more items coming. Check it out at store.macvoices.com. Chapters: 00:00 Apple Watch upgrades and audio intelligence 03:10 Privacy concerns around recording and rewind features 06:15 Battery life, health monitoring, and upgrade decisions 10:20 Apple Watch Series 12 colors, ceramic, and new features 13:15 Sound recognition and real-world usefulness 16:00 Apple Watch Ultra 4 and outdoor use cases 20:10 Health monitoring, cellular connectivity, and emergency benefits 24:05 AirPods 5 and noise cancellation 26:00 iPhone Duo name, availability, and delayed ordering 29:50 Apple Upgrade Program and financing changes 33:15 Apple's approach to AI and integrated intelligence 36:05 AirPods handoff and multiple-iPhone users 38:45 Cellular Apple Watches and carrier costs 41:15 Health testing and upcoming software features 43:15 John Ternus takes center stage in the keynote 45:30 Tim Cook, leadership transition, and "One More Thing" 47:25 The iPhone as the center of Apple's ecosystem 49:30 iPhone Duo multitasking and flexible form factor 51:20 C2 modem differences, privacy, speed, and efficiency 53:30 Final reactions and closing thoughts Links: Samsung Mocks iPhone Duo https://www.macrumors.com/2026/09/09/samsung-mocks-iphone-duo/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
Apple's 'Surprise and Shine' event sparks a lively debate over the new iPhone Duo and iPhone 18 Pro lineup. The panel weighs the Duo's foldable design, large display, durability, price, and potential to replace an iPad against the iPhone Pro Max's camera improvements. From immediate buying decisions to first-generation caution, everyone has a different take on Apple's latest hardware. (Part 1) Panel members include: Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, Web Bixby, and Jeff Gamet. This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Magazine, 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 Flipboard, on the web, or in your favorite RSS reader. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Apple's Surprise and Shine Event Reactions 01:15 Meet the Panel and Their Buying Plans 02:30 The iPhone Duo Takes Center Stage 03:15 Apple's Approach to the Foldable Phone 04:20 Trade-In Value Makes the Duo More Appealing 05:05 iPhone 18 Pro Max vs. iPhone Duo 06:10 Questions About Apple's New Modem 07:05 Are the Pro Max Improvements Compelling Enough? 08:00 Could the Duo Replace an iPad? 09:15 First-Generation Hardware Concerns 10:15 Hands-On Impressions of the Duo Display 11:10 iPhone 18 Pro Max Camera Improvements 12:00 The $2,000 Duo Buying Decision Links: Samsung Mocks iPhone Duo https://www.macrumors.com/2026/09/09/samsung-mocks-iphone-duo/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
The MacVoices Live! examines Apple's transition from Tim Cook to John Ternus, weighing Cook's legacy, Apple's dramatic financial growth, Vision Pro, and criticism of his tenure. They consider what Ternus' engineering background could mean for hardware and software, while discussing Phil Schiller, Eddie Cue, other executive changes, succession planning, and the importance of preserving institutional knowledge. The panel includes: Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, David Ginsburg, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, and Web Bixby. 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. Subscribe today and don't miss a thing. http://macvoices.com/newsletter Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Panel introductions and opening discussion 04:35 Tim Cook's final day and John Ternus takes over 05:15 Apple stock reacts to the leadership change 06:25 Cook and Ternus address Apple employees 07:55 Media assessments of Tim Cook's tenure 08:38 Debating Cook's wins, misses, and Vision Pro 10:30 Criticism of negative coverage of Cook's legacy 12:05 Cook's accomplishments and Apple's leadership transition 13:20 Apple products and the ecosystem under Cook 15:15 Journalism, criticism, and click-driven headlines 17:40 Vision Pro's long-term potential and Apple's financial growth 18:45 Comparing the leadership styles of Cook, Ternus, and Jobs 20:25 Apple's relationship with developers 21:25 Expectations for software and Vision Pro under Ternus 23:30 Why Ternus shouldn't be viewed only as a hardware executive 25:25 Phil Schiller hands responsibilities to Eddie Cue 27:20 Executive departures and Apple's changing leadership team 29:10 Institutional knowledge and keeping veteran executives involved 31:05 Apple's changing of the guard and board leadership 32:25 Closing thoughts and support Links: Community Letter from Tim https://www.apple.com/community-letter-from-tim/ Read John Ternus's full memo to Apple employees on his first day as CEO https://9to5mac.com/2026/09/01/read-new-apple-ceo-john-ternuss-full-memo-to-employees/ Tim Cook's Apple: his 10 biggest wins and misses https://www.theverge.com/tech/987043/tim-cook-biggest-wins-misses Farewell, Tim Cook: An era-defining CEO who hung on too long https://www.macworld.com/article/3218782/farewell-tim-cook-an-era-defining-ceo-who-hung-on-too-long.html Apple's Phil Schiller hands over App Store and Events to Eddy Cue https://thenextweb.com/news/phil-schiller-steps-down-app-store-events-dma-europe Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
The discussion of communication communication technologies continues as the panel of Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, and Marty Jencius make the jump from telegraphs and long-distance calls to texting, smartwatches, satellite connectivity, and possible implanted devices. How science fiction anticipated so many of today's modern communications questions such as convenience, safety, privacy, tracking, and social change wrap up this episode. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available all Patrons of MacVoices. Sign up at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 From Long-Distance Calls to Modern Communications 02:07 Why Text Messaging Changed How We Communicate 04:13 Voice-to-Text and Asynchronous Communication 06:09 Caller ID, Answering Machines, and Controlling Communications 08:00 The Apple Watch Walkie-Talkie Experiment 11:19 Apple Watch Communication as a Safety Feature 13:29 Satellite Communication Moves Into Everyday Devices 14:13 The Expanse and the All-in-One Communications Device 16:22 Could Communication Technology Be Implanted? 18:28 Privacy and the Risks of Being Universally Trackable 20:15 A Future Divide Between Connected and Anti-Tracking Communities 22:10 Luddites, Technology, and Maintaining Autonomy 23:39 Embedded vs. Implanted Technology 25:32 Social Media, Dopamine, and the Cost of Constant Connection 27:05 Closing Thoughts and Panelist Projects Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
As we approach the release of the newest iPhones, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, and Jeff Gamet look at how science fiction and popular culture imagined modern communication long before the technology existed. From early video-phone concepts and Dick Tracy to Star Trek, Get Smart, Space: 1999, and more, the panel examine fictional devices that anticipated smartphones, wearables, Bluetooth earbuds, video calls, authentication, mobile computing, and maybe even foreshadow what's coming next. (Part 1) Today's MacVoices is supported by TV+ Talk, our MacVoices series with Charlotte Henry focused on Apple TV+. From shows and other content to the business side there's always something to learn about apple's streaming service. Find it at the Categories listings on the web site or go directly to macvoices.com/category/tv-talk Show Notes: Chapters: 01:31 Introducing Jeff Gamet and Marty Jencius 02:47 Communication Devices and the Origins of Modern Tech 03:13 Early Cell Phones, The X-Files, and Mobile Communication 05:12 Car Phones, Batman, and The Magician 06:22 Communication Predictions from the 1800s and Early 1900s 07:28 E.M. Forster's Remarkably Prescient Connected World 09:08 Metropolis and Early Video Phones 09:59 Hugo Gernsback and Wireless Video Telephony 11:01 The Jetsons and Star Trek Video Phones 12:54 Forbidden Planet and Its Influence on Star Trek 14:45 Lost in Space and Early Visions of Future Technology 16:51 Which Came First: Fiction or Technology? 17:18 Get Smart's Shoe Phone and Wearable Technology 18:13 The Man from U.N.C.L.E. Pen Communicator 19:47 Space: 1999 and the Comlock 21:35 Why the Comlock Resembles the Modern iPhone 23:01 The iPhone vs. the Star Trek Tricorder 25:03 How Fiction Imagined Wearable Communication Devices 25:50 Babylon 5 and Hand-Mounted Communications 26:26 Total Recall and Embedded Communication Technology 27:28 AirPods and Uhura's Star Trek Earpiece 28:38 Why Fictional Communications Aren't Always Private 30:13 Speakerphones and Real-World Communication Etiquette 31:43 How Star Trek Inspired Motorola's First Handheld Cell Phone 34:05 Star Trek's Influence on Flip Phones and the Motorola Razr 34:49 From Simple Cell Phones to Multifunction Smartphones Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
This MacVoices Briefing compares the Insta360 Snap Selfie Screen with Light and SmallRig Phone Vlog Selfie Monitor, two solutions for framing shots while using an iPhone's best camera. Factors in choosing include MagSafe mounting, wired versus Wi-Fi connections, screen size, touch controls, lighting, battery life, compatibility, portability, pricing, and flexibility. Chuck talks about how to determine help which monitor is best for your different shooting needs, and how he solved the choice question. This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Magazine, 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 Flipboard, on the web, or in your favorite RSS reader. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:44 Introducing the Insta360 and SmallRig selfie monitors 00:54 The iPhone camera framing problem 01:22 Two different solutions for monitoring your shot 01:31 Insta360 Snap Selfie Screen setup and MagSafe connection 01:46 Screen mirroring and camera framing 02:01 Insta360 controls, lighting, and screen protection 02:27 SmallRig Phone Vlog Selfie Monitor 02:40 Wireless Wi-Fi connection and setup 03:04 Using the SmallRig monitor away from the iPhone 03:20 Comparing screen sizes and controls 03:46 Power sources and iPhone battery drain 04:16 SmallRig battery life and external power 04:42 iPhone compatibility differences 04:58 Weight comparison 05:09 Pricing for Insta360 and SmallRig 05:24 Which selfie monitor is better? 05:32 Comparing the advantages of each design 05:51 The final recommendation Links: Insta360 Snap Selfie Screen with Light - 4K Magnetic Selfie Monitor Screen for Selfie, Vlogging https://amzn.to/4cNirn1 SmallRig Phone Vlog Selfie Monitor https://amzn.to/3USK1J9 Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
Adam Engst explains why AI software development should be approached as an evolution, starting with safe, verifiable data analysis, advancing to simple scripts, and eventually building applications. He distinguishes programming from development, arguing that non-programmers can act as product managers who direct AI, demand security checks, define requirements, and create software tailored to problems existing apps do not solve. (3) 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. Subscribe today and don't miss a thing. Show Notes: Chapters: Links: Decades After HyperCard, AI Is Democratizing Development Again by Adam Engst in TidBITS SetShot by Adam Engst SetShot Tracks macOS Settings Changes - TidBITS Guests: Adam C. Engst is the publisher of TidBITS, one of the oldest and most respected Internet-based newsletters, distributed weekly to tens of thousands of readers. He has written numerous technical books, including the best-selling Internet Starter Kit series, and many magazine articles—thanks to Contributing Editor positions at MacUser, MacWEEK, and Macworld. His innovations include the creation of the first advertising program to support an Internet publication in 1992, the first flat-rate accounts for graphical Internet access in 1993 (with Northwest Nexus for Internet Starter Kit for Macintosh), and the highly successful Take Control electronic book series. In addition, he has collaborated on several educational videos on the Internet and has appeared on various internationally broadcast television and radio programs. His tireless support of the Macintosh community and commitment to helping individuals have resulted in numerous awards and recognition at the highest levels. In the annual MDJ Power 25 survey of industry insiders, he ranked as the second (2000), third (2001, 2002), fourth (2003), fifth (2004), and third (2005/2006) most influential person in the Macintosh industry. He has also been included on the MacTech 25 list of influential people in the Macintosh technical community for 2006 and 2007, and he was named one of MacDirectory's top ten visionaries. And how many industry figures can boast of being turned into an action figure? Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
Our conversation with Adam Engst continues with an exploration of how AI can help non-programmers build sophisticated software by following professional development practices. Adam explains using specifications, architecture documents, and AI-guided decisions to create reliable apps, then examines the approach his app, SetShot, takes to macOS settings, privacy, security, user feedback, Cloudflare, GitHub, and minimizing sensitive data collection. MacVoices is supported by Take Control Books. Expert advice from leading tech authors. Visit TakeControlBooks.com and start your library today. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Adam Engst on AI-assisted software development 00:11 Take Control Books 00:24 Learning to build software with AI 01:23 Professionalizing AI-assisted development 01:53 When a simple script doesn't need a specification 02:14 Why serious applications should start with a spec 02:55 Creating an architecture document with AI 03:31 Letting AI recommend technologies and explain tradeoffs 03:46 Why AI should ask one question at a time 04:07 Building an architecture through an AI interview 04:30 Maintaining architectural consistency as software evolves 05:03 How guardrails prevent bugs, performance, and security problems 05:35 Security and privacy considerations 05:55 Understanding SetShot's potential privacy concerns 06:05 How SetShot snapshots and compares macOS settings 06:35 Trusting software with access to computer data 06:58 SetShot's online knowledge base 07:39 Submitting unrecognized settings 08:10 Using Claude to create human-readable descriptions 08:38 Sending user feedback safely 09:06 Text replacements and potentially sensitive information 09:48 Minimizing the collection of personal information 10:11 Using Cloudflare Workers to protect user identity 10:41 Sending submissions to GitHub 11:05 What identifying information is actually transmitted 11:15 Addressing the perception of privacy risk 11:47 Understanding the scope of SetShot 12:13 Sensitive information in text replacements Links: Decades After HyperCard, AI Is Democratizing Development Again by Adam Engst in TidBITS SetShot by Adam Engst SetShot Tracks macOS Settings Changes - TidBITS Guests: Adam C. Engst is the publisher of TidBITS, one of the oldest and most respected Internet-based newsletters, distributed weekly to tens of thousands of readers. He has written numerous technical books, including the best-selling Internet Starter Kit series, and many magazine articles—thanks to Contributing Editor positions at MacUser, MacWEEK, and Macworld. His innovations include the creation of the first advertising program to support an Internet publication in 1992, the first flat-rate accounts for graphical Internet access in 1993 (with Northwest Nexus for Internet Starter Kit for Macintosh), and the highly successful Take Control electronic book series. In addition, he has collaborated on several educational videos on the Internet and has appeared on various internationally broadcast television and radio programs. His tireless support of the Macintosh community and commitment to helping individuals have resulted in numerous awards and recognition at the highest levels. In the annual MDJ Power 25 survey of industry insiders, he ranked as the second (2000), third (2001, 2002), fourth (2003), fifth (2004), and third (2005/2006) most influential person in the Macintosh industry. He has also been included on the MacTech 25 list of influential people in the Macintosh technical community for 2006 and 2007, and he was named one of MacDirectory's top ten visionaries. And how many industry figures can boast of being turned into an action figure? Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
Adam Engst looks back at HyperCard as an early tool that democratized software creation, then connects its legacy to today's AI-assisted development. He outlines how Claude helped turn an idea for tracking macOS setting changes into a working Mac app, SetShot. Adam discusses Xcode, GitHub, rapid iteration, and the value of visual feedback in his development process, and how AI lowers programming barriers without eliminating the need for thought, judgment, and effort. This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices After Dark. What happens before and after the shows is uncensored, on-topic, off-topic, and always off the wall. Sign up as a MacVoices Patron and get access! http://patreon.com/macvoices Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and the legacy of HyperCard 02:19 Adam Engst's experience with HyperCard 04:42 How HyperCard made programming accessible 06:46 HyperCard, TidBITS, and early digital publishing 11:40 How personal computers democratized development 12:04 Lowering programming barriers for people with ideas 12:58 Why software development still requires serious thought 13:20 The limitations of one-shot AI programming 16:15 Patience, thinking, and working effectively with AI 18:02 Introducing SetShot and Adam's programming experience 18:11 The problem that inspired SetShot 21:00 Using Claude to turn an idea into working software 23:40 Moving from scripts toward a Mac application 24:42 Setting up the development environment and Claude Code 24:55 What AI still can't do for you in Xcode 25:18 Starting the programming and rapid iteration Links: Decades After HyperCard, AI Is Democratizing Development Again by Adam Engst in TidBITS SetShot by Adam Engst SetShot Tracks macOS Settings Changes - TidBITS Guests: (From TidBITS) Adam C. Engst is the publisher of TidBITS, one of the oldest and most respected Internet-based newsletters, distributed weekly to tens of thousands of readers. He has written numerous technical books, including the best-selling Internet Starter Kit series, and many magazine articles—thanks to Contributing Editor positions at MacUser, MacWEEK, and Macworld. His innovations include the creation of the first advertising program to support an Internet publication in 1992, the first flat-rate accounts for graphical Internet access in 1993 (with Northwest Nexus for Internet Starter Kit for Macintosh), and the highly successful Take Control electronic book series. In addition, he has collaborated on several educational videos on the Internet and has appeared on various internationally broadcast television and radio programs. His tireless support of the Macintosh community and commitment to helping individuals have resulted in numerous awards and recognition at the highest levels. In the annual MDJ Power 25 survey of industry insiders, he ranked as the second (2000), third (2001, 2002), fourth (2003), fifth (2004), and third (2005/2006) most influential person in the Macintosh industry. He has also been included on the MacTech 25 list of influential people in the Macintosh technical community for 2006 and 2007, and he was named one of MacDirectory's top ten visionaries. And how many industry figures can boast of being turned into an action figure? Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
In the August 2026 MacVoices Update, Chuck outlines how a little time off slowed down some projects, reviews new episode artwork designed to better communicate each show's subject, discusses why feedback is so important to what you hear and see, and delivers the Support Report form the month. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
Flock cameras have ignited a debate over surveillance, privacy, data collection, and public resistance. The MacVoices panel weighs in on the debate. They also discuss the risks of government-sponsored cyberattacks carried out by private companies, growing opposition to data centers over power and infrastructure demands, and the regulatory challenges surrounding their expansion. The panel includes: Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by our Patreon supporters. Get access to the MacVoices Slack and MacVoices After Dark by joining in at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Flock Cameras, Cyber Mercenaries, and Data Center Pushback 00:29 The Growing Flock Camera Controversy 04:04 Returning to Flock Cameras and Public Awareness 05:57 Axon, Palantir, and Law Enforcement Technology 07:58 Surveillance Cameras Beyond the United States 11:53 Cameras Everywhere and Privacy Concerns 12:50 Private Companies Conducting Cyberattacks 14:50 Government Cyber Operations and Private Contractors 16:52 Data Center Development and Community Pushback 17:43 Data Center Moratoriums and Local Resistance 19:58 Lessons From Data Center Development in Texas 21:28 Power, Infrastructure, and the Costs of Data Centers 22:09 The Case For and Against Data Center Moratoriums 23:52 Exploring the MacWeek Archive 26:23 Panelist Wrap-Up and Closing Comments Links: The 'Flocklash' is getting louder—and more creative https://www.fastcompany.com/91594793/flock-backlash-camera-surveillance-protests-grow-louder White House recruits security firms to hack overseas cybercriminals https://arstechnica.com/security/2026/08/white-house-recruits-security-firms-to-hack-overseas-cybercriminals/ President Trump signs a memo letting the US government partner with private companies to conduct cyberattacks abroad against criminal groups targeting Americans https://www.techmeme.com/260813/p2#a260813p2 Gov. Josh Shapiro takes a hard line against 'predatory' data center developers in Pennsylvania https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2028-election/gov-josh-shapiro-executive-order-data-centers-pennsylvania-rcna593177 PBS station fears losing 50TB of data after being ghosted by cloud storage provider https://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2026/08/pbs-station-fears-losing-50tb-of-data-after-being-ghosted-by-cloud-storage-provider/ The best look into Apple's past comes from this 'MacWeek' archive https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/08/19/the-best-look-into-apples-past-comes-from-this-macweek-archive?utm_source=rss Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
Is CarPlay really a key factor in car buyers choices? At least one statistic supports that position, raising questions about automakers ignoring customer preferences. The panel also examines Gmail's upcoming changes, Apple's evolving iPhone purchasing strategy, and a troubling article about advertising and tracking on computer monitors and smart displays. The panel includes: Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius. MacVoices is supported by Take Control Books: The Answers You Need Now, From Leading Experts. Start your library today. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 CarPlay becomes a factor in choosing between Honda and GM EVs 00:55 Comparing Honda Prologue and GM EV sales 02:13 Honda moves away from CarPlay despite its sales advantage 03:25 Why CarPlay may matter to vehicle buyers 05:22 CarPlay, customer choice, and automaker data collection 06:35 The broader value of iPhone integration in the car 07:12 Planning trips with Apple Maps across devices 08:09 GM's infotainment strategy and Android Automotive 10:02 "No CarPlay, no car pay" and consumer demand 11:14 Apple's changing approach to iPhone purchasing 12:10 Gmail ending the "Send mail as" feature 13:37 How the panel manages multiple email accounts 14:17 Why marketers "ruin everything" 14:56 LG brings advertising and tracking to computer monitors 16:37 Could monitor apps become mandatory? 16:53 Smart monitors, smart TVs, and unwanted tracking 18:30 Why connect a computer monitor to the internet? 19:36 Monitor software, Windows, and Mac implications 20:11 Would cheaper hardware make advertising acceptable? 21:06 Compatibility problems with Macs, Linux, iPads, and phones Links: CarPlay the driving force deciding the choice between two nearly identical cars https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/08/20/carplay-the-driving-force-deciding-the-choice-between-two-nearly-identical-cars CIRP: Apple may be on to something by approaching their direct retail customers first https://appleworld.today/2026/08/cirp-apple-may-be-on-to-something-by-approaching-their-direct-retail-customers-first/ The Best Apps to Use After Gmail's 'Send As' Feature Goes Away | Lifehacker https://lifehacker.com/tech/gmail-ending-send-as-feature Marketers Ruin Everything – Gary Vaynerchuk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7MsgaKmq-0 Ads and tracking infiltrated TVs. Now they're coming for monitors. – Ars Technica https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2026/08/ads-and-tracking-infiltrated-tvs-now-theyre-coming-for-monitors/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
Apple's layoffs across Siri, AI, Vision Pro, and software teams sparks discussions about shifting priorities, institutional knowledge, and the future of spatial computing. The MacVoices Live! panel also debates the privacy implications of ChatGPT remembering Mac activity, the advantages of on-device AI, and Walmart's long-overdue decision to embrace Apple Pay and NFC payments. The panel includes: Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius Today's MacVoices is supported by TV+ Talk, our MacVoices series with Charlotte Henry focused on Apple TV+. From shows and other content to the business side there's always something to learn about apple's streaming service. Find it at the Categories listings on the web site or go directly to macvoices.com/category/tv-talk. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 M6 Mac mini and M5 Mac Studio introduction 00:26 Welcome and panel introduction 04:58 New Mac hardware announcements and first reactions 05:18 Who is buying the new Mac Studio? 05:24 Configuring a nearly $19,000 Mac Studio 06:27 M5 Ultra configurations and purchase decisions 07:46 Considering a Mac mini instead of a Mac Studio 08:45 Pricing an M6 Mac mini as the next Mac 12:56 M5 Ultra architecture and two-nanometer technology 13:45 Two nanometers equals about ten silicon atoms 15:35 Trade-ins and upgrading existing Macs 17:44 Apple's new keyboards enter the discussion 17:56 Keyboard glyphs replace text labels 18:08 Debating whether keyboard glyphs are an improvement Links: Apple reportedly lays off over 200 employees in is Siri, AI, and Vision Products groups https://appleworld.today/2026/08/apple-reportedly-lays-off-over-200-employees-in-is-siri-ai-and-vision-products-groups/ Apple purportedly lays off members of its VR development team https://appleworld.today/2026/08/apple-purportedly-lays-off-members-of-its-vr-development-team/ ChatGPT Can Now RememberChatGPT Can Now Remember Actions You Take on Your Mac https://lifehacker.com/tech/chatgpt-can-now-remember-actions-you-take-on-your-mac Walmart to Begin Accepting Apple Pay in U.S. Stores https://www.macrumors.com/2026/08/21/walmart-to-begin-accepting-apple-pay-in-us/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
Apple's new Mac mini and Mac Studio spark a discussion of the M6 and M5 Ultra chips and how they measure up in performance and upgrade decisions. The panel weighs Mac Studio trade-ins, Mac mini value, on-device AI and large language models, and Apple's increasingly powerful silicon. They also examine the move to 2-nanometer technology and debate Apple's redesigned keyboards and glyph-only modifier keys. The panel includes: Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius MacVoices is supported by the new MacVoices Merch Store, featuring Comfort Colors t-shirts and sweatshirts, caps, mugs, stickers, and even more items coming. Check it out at store.macvoices.com. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 New Mac mini and Mac Studio arrive 00:25 Welcome and catching up 05:03 Apple's new desktop hardware 05:18 Who is buying a new Mac? 06:30 Configuring an M5 Ultra Mac Studio 07:46 Mac mini versus Mac Studio 09:00 Mac pricing and configuration choices 09:36 On-device AI and large language models 11:02 Choosing M5 Ultra over M6 12:22 M6 and 2-nanometer chip technology 13:57 Putting nanometer scale in perspective 15:00 Trading in older Macs 17:25 Apple introduces redesigned keyboards 18:25 The debate over glyph-only keys 20:40 Learning Apple's modifier-key symbols 21:24 Lightning, USB-C, and wireless keyboards 22:00 Wrapping up the new hardware discussion Links: Apple announces updated Mac mini, here's everything new https://9to5mac.com/2026/08/25/apple-announces-new-mac-mini-heres-everything-new/ Apple unveils new Mac Studio with M5 Max and M5 Ultra https://9to5mac.com/2026/08/25/apple-unveils-next-generation-mac-studio-with-m5-max-and-m5-ultra/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
The OWC USB-C Quad HDMI 4K Display Adapter with DisplayLink lets a Mac drive four 4K monitors through a single USB-C connection. Chuck explains how it simplified his multi-display setup and bypasses native Mac display limitations using DisplayLink software. The adapter supports individual monitor resolutions and offers a straightforward path to a multi-monitor setup. This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Magazine, 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 Flipboard, on the web, or in your favorite RSS reader. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 OWC USB-C Quad HDMI 4K Display Adapter 00:49 Introducing the OWC Quad HDMI Adapter 01:39 Four 4K Displays on One USB-C Port 01:56 Simplifying a Multi-Monitor Setup 02:38 Installing and Using DisplayLink Software 03:41 Arranging Displays and Setting Resolutions 04:06 Expanding Beyond Native Mac Display Limits 04:48 Who Can Benefit From More Monitor Space 04:51 Pricing and Final Thoughts Links: OWC USB-C Quad HDMI 4K Display Adapter with DisplayLink https://amzn.to/4c97Y4U DisplayLink Manager https://www.synaptics.com/products/displaylink-graphics/downloads/macos Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
On-device AI takes center stage as the panel explores MacPaw's work with Liquid AI, personal assistants, and workplace restrictions. The conversation also discusses the panel's experiences with AI note-taking recording consent and privacy in both business and health care. The panel includes: Eric Bolden, Chuck Joiner, Dave Gisnburg, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Guy Serle. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by our Patreon supporters. Get access to the MacVoices Slack and MacVoices After Dark by joining in at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 MacPaw, Liquid AI, and On-Device Intelligence 01:55 AI as a Personal Assistant 02:21 Workplace Restrictions on AI Tools 03:02 Gemini and Enterprise AI 05:10 Separating Personal and Workplace AI 06:12 Setapp, AI Credits, and MacPaw's AI Preview 07:03 Why On-Device AI Matters 07:32 AI Access to Calendars, Email, and Files 09:47 AI Note-Taking and Privacy Concerns 10:31 Consent, Cloud Storage, and Personal Data 13:13 Recording Consent and State Laws 13:48 Proprietary Information, NDAs, and AI 15:00 One-Party Consent and Remote Conversations 15:34 Recording Notifications in Online Meetings 17:47 AI Recording and Consent in Healthcare 19:16 AI in Dentistry and Medical Care 19:44 Insurance and AI Medical Documentation 21:26 Hidden Cameras and Rental Privacy 23:56 Photographing the Perseid Meteor Shower with an iPhone 24:31 Self-Driving Vehicles, Jobs, and Road Safety 26:12 Black Hat, DEF CON, and Security Conferences 27:21 Closing Thoughts Links: MacPaw Partners with Liquid AI to Bring On-Device AI to Mac Users https://appleworld.today/2026/08/macpaw-partners-with-liquid-ai-to-bring-on-device-ai-to-mac-users/ Note-Taking Apps Are Violating User Privacy https://lifehacker.com/tech/ai-note-taking-apps-are-violating-user-privacy 6-in-1 Hidden Camera Detector: $30 https://www.dealnews.com/6-in-1-Hidden-Camera-Detector-for-30-free-shipping-w-Prime/21980524.html Here's how much personal data your favorite apps are collecting about you https://appleworld.today/2026/08/heres-how-much-personal-data-your-favorite-apps-are-collecting-about-you/ The Best Apps to Use After Gmail's 'Send As' Feature Goes Away https://lifehacker.com/tech/gmail-ending-send-as-feature Your iPhone can capture the Perseids meteor shower if you use the right tools https://appleinsider.com/inside/iphone/tips/your-iphone-can-capture-the-perseids-meteor-shower-if-you-use-the-right-tools The California Teamsters union is suing the state over self-driving trucks - Engadget https://www.engadget.com/2231699/california-teamsters-union-is-suing-the-state-over-self-driving-trucks/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
Apple Vision Pro's measurable impact in surgery leads a discussion of spatial computing in medicine, including shorter procedures, surgeon ergonomics, patient benefits, and equipment costs. The panel also explores CarPlay on pontoon boats, Apple Maps versus Waze, another delay in Apple's legal fight with Jon Prosser, and the difficult privacy compromises surrounding Siri and Apple Intelligence in China. The panel includes: Eric Bolden, Chuck Joiner, Dave Gisnburg, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Guy Serle. MacVoices is supported by CleanMyMac from MacPaw. Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use my code MACVOICES20 for 20% off at http://clnmy.com/MACVOICES Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Vision Pro speeds up surgery and improves ergonomics 00:59 Scientific evidence for Vision Pro in the operating room 02:14 How spatial displays can reduce strain on surgeons 04:09 Comparing Vision Pro with traditional surgical displays 05:18 Medical applications and the value of Vision Pro 06:25 Rethinking Vision Pro's price for professional applications 08:44 CarPlay and Android Auto arrive on pontoon boats 10:15 Could Apple Maps eventually navigate on the water? 12:03 Vision Pro or a pontoon boat: which would you buy? 14:17 How Siri and Apple Intelligence will work in China 14:54 Apple's obligations under Chinese regulations 16:01 AI restrictions, censorship, and regional requirements 17:01 The compromises required to do business in China 17:47 Privacy expectations across platforms and countries Links: Surgeons enthuse about what a great bargain Apple Vision Pro is https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/08/05/surgeons-enthuse-about-what-a-great-bargain-apple-vision-pro-is?utm_source=rss Apple Vision Pro Speeds Up Surgery by Almost 20% https://www.macrumors.com/2026/08/05/apple-vision-pro-speeds-up-surgery/ MasterCraft brings CarPlay and Android Auto to its pontoon boats - Engadget https://www.engadget.com/2230620/mastercraft-carplay-android-auto-boats/ Jon Prosser's baby forces extension to Apple's legal battle again https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/08/06/jon-prossers-baby-forces-extension-to-apples-legal-battle-again?utm_source=rss Apple reveals how Siri AI features work in China – likely without privacy https://9to5mac.com/2026/08/10/apple-reveals-how-siri-ai-features-work-in-china-likely-without-privacy-protections/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
A MacVoices' panel member's firsthand report from Black Hat explores the conference's enterprise security focus before the discussion turns to AI models escaping sandbox restrictions to complete assigned tasks. The panel discusses the OpenAI-Hugging Face hack, unintended AI behavior and the dangers of moving too fast. Can developers establish effective limits without sacrificing innovation or competitive advantage? The race for better AI continues. The panel includes: Eric Bolden, Chuck Joiner, Dave Gisnburg, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Guy Serle. MacVoices is supported by CleanMyMac from MacPaw. Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use my code MACVOICES20 for 20% off at http://clnmy.com/MACVOICES Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 A Black Hat Report, AI Security, and the Risks of Moving Too Fast 01:13 Welcome and panel introductions 06:46 Jeff's firsthand report from Black Hat 08:02 Black Hat vs. DEF CON 09:00 Enterprise security, 1Password, LEGO, and lock picking 11:23 Exploring the Black Hat show floor 12:23 How Black Hat and DEF CON overlap 14:26 Where to find Jeff's Black Hat interviews 15:43 OpenAI, Hugging Face, and an AI security incident 17:43 Questions about OpenAI's security practices 20:14 Could similar AI incidents already be happening? 21:28 When AI escapes its sandbox 22:13 The risks of moving fast and breaking things 24:12 AI security compared with the early Internet 26:18 Are AI systems becoming too efficient to contain? 28:23 The impossible task that pushed AI outside its constraints 30:30 Teaching AI what it must not do 33:13 Guardrails, regulation, and global competition 38:32 Closing thoughts Links: What Happened: OpenAI and HuggingFace https://thezvi.substack.com/p/what-happened-openai-and-huggingface Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
Portable travel monitors can transform productivity on the road by adding valuable screen space without much cost or bulk. Chuck's Briefing compares 1080p and 4K options, discusses USB-C and HDMI connections, and power and battery considerations. Built-in audio, protective covers and stands, and why these minimalist monitors might not be just for travel are all part of why an inexpensive second display can make working with multiple apps far easier. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Portable Travel Monitors and Productivity 01:08 Why Extra Screen Space Matters on the Road 01:42 Starting with an Affordable 1080p Monitor 02:21 Video and Audio Limitations 03:14 Pricing and Trying a Portable Display 03:58 Moving Up to a 4K Portable Monitor 04:49 Portable Monitors at Home and on the Road 05:42 Pricing and Choosing the Right Features 06:07 USB-C, HDMI, Power, and Battery Considerations 07:04 Portable Monitors for Gaming vs. Productivity 07:34 Covers, Stands, and Travel Setup 09:23 Using a Dedicated Stand at Home 09:43 How Multiple Displays Improve Productivity 10:33 Final Recommendations Links: MNN Portable Monitor 15.6inch FHD 1080P 60Hz USB C HDMI Gaming Ultra-Slim IPS Display w/Smart Cover & Speakers,HDR Plug&Play, External Monitor for Laptop PC Phone Mac (15.6" 1080P) https://amzn.to/4xINsjN MNN 4K Portable Monitor 15.6" 3840x2160 UHD USB-C HDMI Laptop Monitor, 100% Adobe RGB IPS Computer Gaming Display HDR w/Speakers & Smart Cover,for Laptop Xbox PS5 Switch PC Phone https://amzn.to/4gdt4Ab Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
The MacVoices Live! panel examines Microsoft's aggressive Copilot expansion, comparing its enterprise integration with ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini while contrasting corporate and academic AI adoption. AI's growing role in IT support, productivity, and Hollywood filmmaking, Apple's quieter AI strategy, and concerns over creativity versus automation are all on the agenda. The absurdity of some tech news has the panel looking at Russia's iPhone demands and a stolen Nicolas Cage film hard drive. Panel members include: Marty Jencius, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs. MacVoices is supported by CleanMyMac from MacPaw. Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use my code MACVOICES20 for 20% off at http://clnmy.com/MACVOICES Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Microsoft Copilot frustrations and the lingering Copilot vulnerability 08:12 Microsoft's AI super app and enterprise integration 19:03 Enterprise vs. education approaches to AI adoption 31:15 Apple's AI strategy compared to Microsoft's approach 37:56 AI's growing influence in Hollywood filmmaking 49:08 Creative storytelling, superhero franchises, and AI-generated entertainment 58:18 Russia's iPhone app demands and Apple's response 01:01:10 Netflix hard drive theft and Nicolas Cage discussion 01:05:42 Panelist projects, upcoming appearances, and closing remarks Links: Microsoft Copilot's 'Word worm' still works 144 days after disclosure https://thenextweb.com/news/microsoft-copilot-word-worm-prompt-injection-super-app Microsoft is merging its Copilots into one AI super app https://thenextweb.com/news/microsoft-copilot-super-app-nadella-consumer-enterprise 'Everyone Is Doing It': The Truth About AI in Hollywood https://www.wired.com/story/the-big-interview-podcast-matthew-belloni-puck/ EU announces new rules on AI transparency – Engadget https://www.engadget.com/2228894/eu-announces-new-rules-on-ai-transparency/ Anthropic says its AI models also hacked three organizations on their own – Engadget https://www.engadget.com/2227630/anthropic-ai-models-hacked-three-organizations-on-their-own/ The Kremlin Keeps Trying to Crack Down on Apple, Even Though They Don't Sell the iPhone There! https://www.mactrast.com/2026/08/the-kremlin-keeps-trying-to-crack-down-on-apple-even-though-they-dont-sell-the-iphone-there/ Man invested $45M in a Nicolas Cage movie. It got stolen off Netflix's desk. https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2026/07/man-invested-45m-in-a-nicolas-cage-movie-it-got-stolen-off-netflixs-desk/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
At Macstock, Mike Schmitz turns the tables and interviews Chuck Joiner about favorite memories from the event. They reflect on the gathering's beginnings after Macworld, the friendships formed and renewed each year, memorable moments and unexpected connections, and the inspiration attendees take home. The conversation celebrates the people who make the community special and looks ahead to Macstock 11. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by our Patreon supporters. Get access to the MacVoices Slack and MacVoices After Dark by joining in at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Mike Schmitz Takes Over the Interview 00:45 Favorite Macstock Memories 01:20 Filling the Gap Left by Macworld 02:05 Reuniting With Friends and the Apple Community 02:50 Why the People Are the Best Part of Macstock 03:35 Mike's First Experience With the Community 04:25 Mike Schmitz's Work and Evolution 05:30 More Memorable Macstock Moments 06:05 Friendships That Started at Macstock 06:55 Finding Inspiration and Recharging at the Event 07:30 Looking Ahead to Macstock 11 Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
The MacVoices Live! panel examines a class action lawsuit over Apple Photos facial recognition, debating whether on-device processing, user consent, and biometric privacy laws justify the legal action. The conversation moves to TV tracking alternatives after TV Time's shutdown, then shifts to Bending Spoons' acquisition of Airtable, exploring the company's growing portfolio, its business strategy, and the future of database tools in an era of AI-assisted coding development. Panel members include: Marty Jencius, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs. Apple Photos' facial features prompt a $32.5B class-action lawsuit https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/08/03/apple-photos-facial-features-prompt-a-325b-class-action-lawsuit?utm_source=rss Siri AI may require a paid subscription for heavy users – 9to5Mac https://9to5mac.com/2026/07/30/siri-ai-may-require-a-paid-subscription-for-heavy-users/ Bingers, a new TV-tracking app from the founder of TV Time, is now available to download | https://9to5mac.com/2026/08/04/bingers-a-new-tv-tracking-app-from-the-founder-of-tv-time-is-now-available-to-download/ Bending Spoons agrees to acquire Airtable in an all-cash deal valuing the US software company at $1.285B, set to close by 2026-end, its first post-IPO deal (Reuters) https://www.techmeme.com/260804/p11#a260804p11 Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Apple Photos facial recognition lawsuit introduced 03:20 On-device processing vs. cloud processing debate 08:15 Illinois biometric privacy law and user consent questions 13:10 Comparing Apple Photos with Facebook and Google Photos 18:00 TV Time replacement: Bingers introduced 20:15 Bending Spoons acquires Airtable 26:10 Airtable's role as a database platform 31:20 FileMaker, AI coding, and the future of database software 37:45 Bending Spoons' acquisition strategy and long-term goals 44:10 Vimeo, Meetup, Eventbrite, and the expanding software portfolio Links: Apple Photos' facial features prompt a $32.5B class-action lawsuit https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/08/03/apple-photos-facial-features-prompt-a-325b-class-action-lawsuit?utm_source=rss Siri AI may require a paid subscription for heavy users – 9to5Mac https://9to5mac.com/2026/07/30/siri-ai-may-require-a-paid-subscription-for-heavy-users/ Bingers, a new TV-tracking app from the founder of TV Time, is now available to download https://9to5mac.com/2026/08/04/bingers-a-new-tv-tracking-app-from-the-founder-of-tv-time-is-now-available-to-download/ Bending Spoons agrees to acquire Airtable in an all-cash deal valuing the US software company at $1.285B, set to close by 2026-end, its first post-IPO deal (Reuters) https://www.techmeme.com/260804/p11#a260804p11 Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
David Pogue's authoring style turns Apple: The First 50 Years from what could have been names and dates into a richly illustrated journey through Apple's successes, failures, products, personalities, and untold stories. The print edition combines rare photos with approachable narratives and clever sidebars, while David's audiobook narration, musical touches, and energetic performance add a different dimension to the story, making the audio edition a must-listen. Get both to have the full experience. MacVoices is supported by the new MacVoices Merch Store, featuring Comfort Colors t-shirts and sweatshirts, caps, mugs, stickers, and even more items coming. Check it out at store.macvoices.com. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Apple: The First 50 Years 01:00 Why the physical book is worth owning 01:40 Rare photos, prototypes, and private archives 02:20 David Pogue's approach to Apple history 03:15 Successes, failures, backstories, and personalities 04:10 How sidebars enhance the print edition 05:20 Why the audiobook is a different experience 06:05 David Pogue's narration and performance 06:50 Music, parody songs, and the audiobook presentation 07:35 Why the print and audio editions complement each other 08:20 Bringing the print sidebars into the audiobook 09:20 Final recommendation and where to find both editions Links: Apple: The First 50 Years by David Pogue (Hardcover) https://amzn.to/4xFqvy7 Apple: The First 50 Years by David Pogue (Audiobook via Audible) https://amzn.to/4xvhDLc Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
Apple's latest financial results drive a discussion about record iPhone, Mac, Services, subscription, and R&D numbers, along with the market's negative reaction and stock volatility. The MacVoices Live! panel also examines leadership changes under new CEO John Ternus, including the return of a retired engineering executive, before debating Apple's planned clipboard sharing between iPhones and Windows PCs, its implications for users, and whether it introduces meaningful security concerns. Panel members include: Marty Jencius, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs. This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Magazine, 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 Flipboard, on the web, or in your favorite RSS reader. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Introduction, Riverside updates, and panel introductions 04:20 Marty celebrates his 42nd wedding anniversary 07:30 Apple's quarterly earnings and Wall Street's reaction 15:10 Record iPhone, Mac, Services, subscriptions, and R&D spending 20:15 John Ternus' influence on the MacBook Neo 24:30 Apple brings a retired hardware executive back to the company 31:40 Organizational changes under Apple's new leadership 34:45 UK App Store steering rules and regulatory concerns 37:15 Apple brings clipboard sharing between iPhone and Windows PCs 43:15 Security, usability, and the future of cross-platform clipboard support Links: iPhone, Mac and Services revenue set new June quarter records https://appleworld.today/2026/07/iphone-mac-and-services-revenue-set-new-june-quarter-records/ Apple spent a record $11.73 billion in R&D during Q3 2026 – 9to5Mac https://9to5mac.com/2026/07/30/apple-spent-a-record-11-73-billion-in-rd-during-q3-2026/ Apple just hit 1.5 billion paid subscriptions from its user base – 9to5Mac https://9to5mac.com/2026/07/30/apple-just-hit-1-5-billion-paid-subscriptions-from-its-user-base/ Ternus's MacBook Neo pushes Mac sales to unexpected Q3 heights https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/07/30/ternuss-macbook-neo-pushes-mac-sales-to-unexpected-q3-heights?utm_source=rss Team Ternus drags retired vice president of hardware engineering back into Apple https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/08/03/team-ternus-drags-retired-vice-president-of-hardware-engineering-back-into-apple?utm_source=rss Apple Says UK App Store Steering Rules Would Be 'Highly Intrusive' https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/29/app-store-uk-rules-highly-intrusive/ Apple is finally making copy-paste work between iPhones and PCs https://www.macworld.com/article/3205820/apple-is-finally-making-copy-paste-work-between-iphones-and-pcs.html Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! 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Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss Apple's latest financial results drive a lively discussion about record iPhone, Mac, Services, subscription, and R&D numbers, along with the market's negative reaction and stock decline. The panel also examines leadership changes under new CEO John Ternus, including the return of a retired engineering executive, before debating Apple's planned clipboard sharing between iPhones and Windows PCs, its implications for users, and whether it introduces meaningful security concerns. SEO Keywords Apple, iPhone, Mac, earnings, subscriptions, R&D, JohnTernus, Windows, clipboard, security, AppStore, stock, engineering, Europe, revenue Possible Episode Titles 1. Apple's Strong Quarter Meets a Wall Street Reality Check 2. Record Revenue, New Leadership, and Apple's Windows Surprise 3. Why Apple's Stock Fell Despite Record Financial Results 4. John Ternus Reshapes Apple as Windows Integration Expands 5. Apple Earnings, Executive Changes, and the Windows Clipboard Debate Chapter Markers 00:00 Introduction, Riverside updates, and panel introductions 04:20 Marty celebrates his 42nd wedding anniversary 07:30 Apple's quarterly earnings and Wall Street's reaction 15:10 Record iPhone, Mac, Services, subscriptions, and R&D spending 20:15 John Ternus' influence on the MacBook Neo 24:30 Apple brings a retired hardware executive back to the company 31:40 Organizational changes under Apple's new leadership 34:45 UK App Store steering rules and regulatory concerns 37:15 Apple brings clipboard sharing between iPhone and Windows PCs 43:15 Security, usability, and the future of cross-platform clipboard support
The integration of Apple Maps in Ford's future electric vehicle platform generates discussions of the auto industry picking and choosing technology. The MacVoices Live! panel also examines security risks involving Claude Cowork and exposed shared chats, OpenAI's dispute with Hugging Face, and the hazards of autonomous AI tools. If that wasn't enough, selfie-based account recovery puts a new spin on the facial recognition. The panel includes: Chuck Joiner, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Mark Fuccio. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by our Patreon supporters. Get access to the MacVoices Slack and MacVoices After Dark by joining in at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Apple Maps integration in Ford's electric vehicle platform 03:10 Ford, CarPlay, battery data, and vehicle navigation 05:28 Claude Cowork escapes its Mac sandbox 08:31 Building trust before granting AI access 10:24 Claude shared chats appearing in search results 13:07 What was actually exposed through shared links 14:18 OpenAI, Hugging Face, and a $100 million compute demand 17:07 Using Chinese open models to investigate AI systems 20:13 Local models, Apple hardware, and infrastructure economics 23:08 Sandboxing outside models and security concerns 26:21 OpenAI's move-fast approach and emerging risks 28:23 Protecting proprietary AI models from replication 30:03 Google account recovery using a video selfie 32:14 Privacy desensitization and facial-data concerns 34:32 Facial authentication, passkeys, and spoofing risks 37:32 Masks, twins, voice cloning, and account security 39:18 TSA PreCheck, Clear, and biometric tradeoffs 42:23 Facebook verification through video selfies 44:16 Public photos, facial models, and loss of image control 47:11 Deepfakes, generated portraits, and digital identity 49:07 The uneven value people place on privacy 50:38 Closing comments and panel contact information Links: Claude Cowork escaped sandbox on Mac, had full access to all files https://9to5mac.com/2026/07/27/claude-cowork-escaped-sandbox-on-mac-gain-full-access-to-all-files/ Your Claude Chats May Have Been Exposed on Google https://lifehacker.com/tech/your-claude-chats-may-have-been-exposed-on-google Private Claude Chats Exposed in Google and Bing Search Results https://www.wired.com/story/private-claude-chats-exposed-in-google-and-bing-search-results/ Hugging Face wants $100mn of compute from OpenAI https://thenextweb.com/news/hugging-face-delangue-openai-100m-compute-traces-demand Forgot your Google password? Now you can log in with a selfie https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2026/07/google-now-lets-you-log-into-your-account-with-a-selfie/ Meta now has free verification for Facebook users, as long as they're willing to upload a video selfie https://www.fastcompany.com/91579402/facebook-free-verification-badge-meta-video-selfie-feature Facebook Verified is here, so you can tell if your new friend is really an AI https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/07/24/facebook-verified-is-here-so-you-can-tell-if-your-new-friend-is-really-an-ai Facebook announces face scanning to confirm you're a human - 9to5Mac https://9to5mac.com/2026/07/24/facebook-announces-face-scanning-to-confirm-youre-a-human/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
At Macstock, Alessandra White explains how blockchain can give creators greater control and permanence over their digital content. She discusses Hive, decentralized publishing, digital sovereignty, and ways creators can preserve posts and videos beyond centralized platforms. The conversation also examines blockchain's permanence, including the trade-off that published material cannot simply be deleted…ever. This MacVoices is supported by our new MacVoices series, Foreshadowing Tech, that examines the effect of media depictions of tech and tech culture on real-world tech, and how real-world has affected technology depictions in the media. Check it out at http://macvoices.com/foreshadowingtech. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 From Macstock with Alessandra White 00:32 Learning Blockchain Without the Jargon 01:13 Blockchain as Web3 01:40 Ownership and Digital Sovereignty 02:13 The Permanence of Blockchain Content 02:44 Video, YouTube, and Blockchain Storage 03:17 Using Hive for Creator Content 04:04 Preserving Content Beyond Centralized Platforms 04:35 Native Video Publishing with 3Speak 05:02 Alessandra's Plans for Her YouTube Channel 05:35 The Appeal of Censorship-Resistant Publishing 06:06 Where to Follow Alessandra White 06:32 Closing Thoughts from Macstock Links: Alessandra White's YouTube Channel http://youtube.com/AlessandraWhite Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
Do smart glasses need video recording to be relevant? The MacVoices Live! panel debate the importance of privacy, accessibility, navigation, object recognition, captions, and visual assistance as measures of usefulness. They examine the stigma created by existing smart glasses, the difference between processing and storing images and the public expectations around recording, detection apps, and hidden cameras. The panel includes: Chuck Joiner, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Mark Fuccio. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by our Patreon supporters. Get access to the MacVoices Slack and MacVoices After Dark by joining in at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Do Apple glasses need video recording? 02:08 Smart glasses as visual-assistance devices 03:37 The surveillance stigma created by existing products 04:26 Cameras, environmental processing, and privacy 05:53 Processing images without permanently recording them 07:31 Wearing smart glasses in theaters, meetings, and private spaces 09:03 Accessibility, captions, navigation, and low-vision assistance 10:32 Evaluating a product Apple has not yet announced 13:01 Apps that detect nearby smart glasses 13:59 How often people use cameras on their devices 15:14 Scanning documents and scrapbooks with an iPad 17:01 Comparing iPad, iPhone, and MacBook cameras 17:13 Smart-glasses detection apps and Bluetooth scanning 19:05 What should happen when recording glasses are detected? 19:40 Prescription lenses and expectations of privacy 21:03 Tiny cameras and unavoidable modern surveillance 21:59 Early sketches and prototypes of the Finder icon Links: Apple Glasses just won't be useful without video recording - 9to5Mac https://9to5mac.com/2026/07/27/apple-glasses-just-wont-be-useful-without-video-recording/ Antizuck Smart Glasses Scanner App - App Store https://apps.apple.com/us/app/antizuck-smart-glasses-scanner/id6785557805 Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
The MacVoices Panel tests a new live-production platform while discussing Apple's reported $5 trillion valuation, and the end of Tim Cook's earnings-call era. The pros and cons of Apple's new device upgrade and leasing program is the subject of intense debate over factors such as balloon payments, ownership, carrier lock-ins, AppleCare costs, convenience, and flexibility. Also covered was whether Apple's unified memory, privacy, and on-device processing could make it a quiet leader in personal AI. The panel includes: Chuck Joiner, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Mark Fuccio. 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. Subscribe today and don't miss a thing. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Testing a new live-production platform 00:44 Introducing the panel 03:52 Travel, Red Rocks, and undisclosed locations 04:42 Apple reaches a reported $5 trillion valuation 05:39 Apple earnings and Tim Cook's final earnings call 06:15 Apple's new device upgrade program 07:20 Balloon payments and end-of-lease ownership 09:03 Comparing smartphone and automobile leases 11:00 Convenience of the former iPhone Upgrade Program 13:08 Keeping, returning, or upgrading a leased device 15:03 Leasing Macs, iPads, and Apple Watches 16:36 Configuration costs and final buyout prices 17:05 AppleCare and carrier-locking concerns 18:14 Moving from AT&T to Mint Mobile 18:43 Is Apple already the quiet leader in AI? 19:00 Unified memory and on-device inference 19:31 Privacy, security, and personal AI Links: Apple Upgrade launches in the United States https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2026/07/apple-upgrade-launches-in-the-united-states/ Here's how to avoid being trapped in never-ending Apple Upgrade leases https://9to5mac.com/2026/07/28/heres-how-to-avoid-being-trapped-in-never-ending-apple-upgrade-leases/ From the AAPL community on Reddit: Apple is the king of AI, and nobody knows it https://www.reddit.com/r/AAPL/comments/1v5rpds/apple_is_the_king_of_ai_and_nobody_knows_it/ Apple Glasses just won't be useful without video recording - 9to5Mac https://9to5mac.com/2026/07/27/apple-glasses-just-wont-be-useful-without-video-recording/ Antizuck Smart Glasses Scanner App - App Store https://apps.apple.com/us/app/antizuck-smart-glasses-scanner/id6785557805 Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner catch up after a brief break to discuss the first looks at Silo Season 4, Neuromancer, and the return of Ted Lasso. The issue of adaptation versus original storytelling, speculation on Apple TV strategy are debated from the new leadership perspective. The hosts also share their expectations for upcoming releases. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Welcome back and catching up after a break 01:05 Macstock recap and community conversation 03:05 Silo Season 4 teaser and release timing 06:10 First impressions of the Neuromancer trailer 12:05 Adapting classic novels versus creating original series 18:10 Apple TV+ strategy under new leadership 24:30 Why Apple continues investing in premium storytelling 30:10 Ted Lasso Season 4 expectations and the women's team 36:20 Returning cast, story direction, and final thoughts 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. Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
The panel debates whether giving Claude controlled access to 1Password credentials is a practical automation feature or an unnecessary security risk, weighing trust, passkeys, vault isolation, and AI limitations. The conversation then shifts to the humor of waterproof phone holders and shower tech before wrapping with a discussion of how autonomous vehicles could reshape liability, trial law, and advertising, followed by the panel's sign-offs. The panel includes Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, and Jeff Gamet. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by our Patreon supporters. Get access to the MacVoices Slack and MacVoices After Dark by joining in at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 AI trust and autonomous vehicle liability 00:32 Claude gains access to 1Password credentials 01:02 Trusting AI agents with sensitive accounts 01:15 Limiting access to individual vault items 01:38 Secure credential handling for automation 02:41 Can Claude see the actual password? 02:58 Passkeys, certificates, and temporary authentication 03:55 Using a secondary vault for AI access 04:38 Waterproof shower phone holders 05:30 Waterproof notepads and working in the shower 06:03 Listening to podcasts while showering 07:21 Trial lawyers and autonomous vehicles 08:23 How self-driving cars could change liability 08:51 Could autonomous vehicles eliminate accidents? 09:23 The future of legal billboards and television ads 10:46 Closing the discussion Links: An AI just broke an 87-year-old maths problem, in a tweet sent during the World Cup final https://thenextweb.com/news/jacobian-conjecture-disproved-ai-fable-5 EU Orders Google to Give Rival AI Apps the Same Android Access as Geminihttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/16/eu-google-ai-apps-android-access/ You can now grant Claude access to your 1Password credentialshttps://www.engadget.com/2216405/1password-anthropic-claude-integration/ Waterproof Shower Phone Holder: $8.53https://amzn.to/4vITEqy Trial Lawyers Lobby Against Autonomous Vehicles https://marginalrevolution.com/marginalrevolution/2026/07/trial-lawyers-lobby-against-autonomous-vehicles.html Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
The panel explores Samsung's entry into the credit card market, why iPhone owners continue to resist switching to Android, and the growing influence of AI across technology and society. Discussion ranges from AI escaping coding sandboxes and solving long-standing mathematical problems to AI-generated music and the impact of European Union regulations on innovation, competition, consumer choice, and the future of technology. The panel includes Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, and Jeff Gamet. This MacVoices is supported by our new MacVoices series, Foreshadowing Tech, that examines the effect of media depictions of tech and tech culture on real-world tech, and how real-world has affected technology depictions in the media. Check it out at http://macvoices.com/foreshadowingtech Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Samsung enters fintech with a new Barclays credit card 06:20 Why iPhone users continue to resist switching to Android 16:10 AI in music and the debate over creativity and authenticity 24:10 AI escapes coding sandboxes and solves a decades-old math problem 34:15 EU pressure on Google, Gemini access, and the impact on innovation 46:45 Regulation, consumer choice, and differing U.S. versus EU philosophies 56:20 Closing thoughts and wrap-up Links: Seven years after Apple Card, Samsung leaps into fintech with its own credit card https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/07/21/seven-years-after-apple-card-samsung-leaps-into-fintech-with-its-own-credit-card Google is making no progress on switching iPhone users to Android https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/07/17/google-is-making-no-progress-on-switching-iphone-users-to-android Mick Jagger says AI is fine for musicians, as long as it does not sound like him https://thenextweb.com/news/mick-jagger-ai-music-rolling-stones Researchers escaped four top AI coding agents' sandboxes without ever breaking them https://thenextweb.com/news/ai-coding-agents-sandbox-escapes-pillar Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
Apple's plans for advertising in Apple Maps spark a lively discussion about whether limiting certain categories of ads creates a better user experience or puts Apple at a disadvantage against Google Maps. The MacVoices Live! panel examines the balance between relevance, discoverability, and business incentives before shifting to Apple's expanding Sports app and the company's increasingly visible commitment to sports content. The conversation concludes with a look at the remarkable growth in App Store submissions, exploring what 600,000 new apps might say about AI-assisted development, app quality, and Apple's review process. The panel includes Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, and Jeff Gamet. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV26223.mp3 This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available all Patrons of MacVoices. Sign up at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Apple Maps advertising policy limits certain ad categories 01:43 Google Maps vs. Apple Maps discoverability and business listings 06:49 Apple's broader advertising restrictions and user experience goals 08:01 Search results versus advertising in Apple Maps 11:01 Apple Sports expands with additional soccer leagues after the FIFA World Cup 13:35 How panelists use Apple Sports for scores, standings, and live updates16:51 The Savannah Bananas, Harlem Globetrotters, and wish-list sports coverage 18:02 British Open banter and sports knowledge on the panel 18:58 App Store submissions increase 30% to approximately 600,000 apps 19:36 AI-generated apps, App Store review, and the challenge of vetting hundreds of thousands of submissions Links: Apple Won't Allow These Ad Categories in the Maps Apphttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/15/apple-maps-ad-prohibitied-categories/ Apple Sports App Updated With Additional Soccer Leagues Following 2026 FIFA World Cuphttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/20/apple-sports-app-gets-more-soccer-leagues/ The number of new apps released in the App Store grew 30% to about 600,000 last year https://appleworld.today/2026/07/the-number-of-new-apps-released-in-the-app-store-grew-30-to-about-600000-last-year/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
The July MacVoices Update recaps a successful Macstock Conference, and highlights some changes inspired by the experience, including refreshed thumbnails, new streaming software and revised show notes. It also spotlights recent programming and the growing importance of MacVoices Magazine as the new OS versions are delivered. Chuck outlines some August scheduling issues, the new merchandise store, and offers thanks to Patreon supporters for making the shows possible. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and the July 2026 Update 00:30 Macstock recap and why next year's event matters 02:05 New thumbnails, graphics, and streaming improvements 03:15 Revised show notes and website enhancements 04:45 TV+ Talk, Foreshadowing Tech, and recent programming 05:50 The expanding role of MacVoices Magazine 06:55 August schedule and travel plans 07:25 Support Report and Patreon recognition 08:55 Patreon benefits, After Dark, Slack, and Discord 09:45 Merchandise store and appreciation for community support Links: MacVoices Magazine http://macvoices.com/magazine MacVoices Merc Store http://store.macvoices.com Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
At Macstock 2026, Max Mellman showed off his his iPhone app, I Love a Piano. Max explains how the app stands out through realistic haptic feedback, intuitive navigation, portrait and landscape support, and a design that encourages exploration instead of intimidation. Chuck and Max also discuss his inspiration, teaching career, future iPad support, and broader music education projects. 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. Subscribe today and don't miss a thing. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Macstock 2026 setting 01:00 Meeting Max Melman and his Macstock experience 03:05 The story behind Beloved Melody 04:25 Introducing I Love a Piano 06:15 What makes the app different from other piano apps 09:10 Experiencing the haptic keyboard firsthand 11:40 Portrait, landscape, and intuitive navigation 14:05 iPad support and future development 16:05 Pricing, availability, and App Store release 17:35 Teaching music and inspiring students through technology 20:10 Music education projects and closing thoughts Links: iLoveAPiano.app http://iLoveAPiano.app Scribe.band http://scribe.band Guests: Max Mellman's beloved melody (of my parents Belove and Mellman) is his software design studio. He is a veteran elementary music teacher, musician, arranger, and UI designer from New Jersey. I'm also the author of The Bagel Song and the creator of the app I Love a Piano. Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
The MacVoices Live! panel examines Apple's move from the iPhone Upgrade Program to a Klarna-backed leasing model, including the possibility of restricting leased devices after missed payments. The discussion explores how financing could soften the impact of rising iPhone prices, especially for premium and foldable models. They share personal experiences while debating ownership versus leasing, AppleCare implications, trade-in strategies, and changing consumer expectations around smartphone upgrades. The panel includes Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, and Jeff Gamet. Today's MacVoices is supported by TV+ Talk, our MacVoices series with Charlotte Henry focused on Apple TV+. From shows and other content to the business side there's always something to learn about apple's streaming service. Find it at the Categories listings on the web site or go directly to macvoices.com/category/tv-talk. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and panel introductions 03:57 Apple ends the iPhone Upgrade Program 07:42 Klarna leasing and financing compared to ownership 13:06 Missed payments and device restrictions in iOS 27 18:08 AppleCare, trade-ins, and keeping older devices 22:20 Leasing as a path to premium and foldable iPhones 26:10 Consumer habits, pricing, and the future of smartphone ownership Links: Apple winding down iPhone Upgrade Program: report https://9to5mac.com/2026/07/21/apple-winding-down-iphone-upgrade-program-report/ Apple to Launch 'Upgrade' Device Leasing Program With Klarna to Spur Sales https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-07-21/apple-to-launch-upgrade-device-leasing-program-with-klarna-to-spur-sales iOS 27 code suggests Apple could restrict leased devices after missed payments https://9to5mac.com/2026/07/21/ios-27-code-suggests-apple-could-restrict-leased-devices-after-missed-payments/ Apple winding down iPhone Upgrade Program: report https://9to5mac.com/2026/07/21/apple-winding-down-iphone-upgrade-program-report/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
Toby Schmitz was the youngest attendee at Macstock X, so his perspective on how the conference and the accompanying Ecamm Creator Camp gave him the confidence and practical guidance to begin his own YouTube channel, podcast, and livestream. He reflects on learning from a wide variety of sessions, the influence of his family of creators, and his plans to combine business, media production, and football content into an entrepreneurial future. MacVoices is supported by the new MacVoices Merch Store, featuring Comfort Colors t-shirts and sweatshirts, caps, mugs, stickers, and even more items coming. Check it out at store.macvoices.com. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Toby Schmitz and Macstock 00:50 Returning to Macstock with New Creative Goals 02:20 Ecamm Creator Camp and One-on-One Coaching 04:25 Lessons from Diverse Conference Sessions 07:00 Future Plans: Business, Media, and Football Content 09:15 Family Inspiration and Creative Influences 11:05 Why Now Is the Right Time to Start Creating 12:35 Closing Thoughts and Looking Ahead Guests: Toby Schmitz was the youngest attendee at Macstock X and Ecamm Creator Camp. Look for his YouTube channel coming soon. Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
Our conversation with Kirk McElhearn about his new Take Control of AirPods continues, exploring the advanced capabilities of AirPods beyond simple audio playback, explaining listening modes, Conversation Awareness, head gestures, and how the Apple ecosystem enhances the experience. He also discusses why AirPods perform poorly as phone microphones, examines rumors of camera-equipped AirPods, and reflects on technology searching for a purpose, from smart displays to the rise and fall of 3D TVs. 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 YouTube.com/MacVoicesTV at 8 PM Eastern 5 PM Pacific, or whatever time that is wherever you are and participate in the chat, or catch the edited and segmented versions of the show on the regular MacVoices channels and feeds. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 AirPods listening modes: Noise Cancellation, Transparency, and Adaptive Audio 07:02 Why Transparency Mode improves safety and everyday use 12:08 Conversation Awareness and head gesture controls 20:40 AirPods for phone calls: microphone quality and Bluetooth limitations 36:20 Rumors of camera-equipped AirPods and privacy concerns 45:43 Smart displays, AI, and products searching for a market 57:17 Lessons from Google Glass and the rise and fall of 3D television 71:55 Why learning AirPods' full feature set is worth the effort Links: Take Control of AirPods by Kirk McElhearn The Imperfect Loaf - Kirk's bread blog Guests: Kirk McElhearn writes about Apple hardware and software, books, music, and more. As a Senior Contributor to Macworld for more than 15 years, he wrote hundreds of articles, including the Ask the iTunes Guy column. He is a regular contributor to The Mac Security Blog, the Literature & Latte blog, where he writes about their writing app Scrivener, and TidBITS, as well as several other websites and magazines. He is co-host of several podcasts, including The Next Track, a podcast about how people listen to music today, and Write Now with Scrivener. Visit his website Kirkville. Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
Kirk McElhearn discusses his new guide to getting the most from Apple's AirPods, Take Control of AirPods for Take Control Books, explaining why the deceptively simple earbuds deserve a dedicated manual. The conversation explores hearing assistance, noise cancellation, audio quality, controls, battery management, charging options, Bluetooth limitations, and choosing the right model. Kirk offers tips that unlock features many owners never realize are available. 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. Subscribe today and don't miss a thing. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and why AirPods deserve a dedicated guide 02:00 Why AirPods are more capable than most users realize 04:15 AirPods as hearing assistance and accessibility tools 07:10 Hearing protection, EQ, and listening modes explained 09:45 Noise cancellation, transparency, and adaptive audio 12:30 Selecting the right AirPods model for your needs 15:00 Comfort, fit, and silicone tips versus open designs 18:00 Everyday use, travel, and environmental awareness 20:45 Lossless audio, Bluetooth limits, and audio quality myths 24:00 Battery life, charging, and long-term maintenance 27:15 Future AirPods features and closing thoughts Links: Take Control of AirPods by Kirk McElhearn Guests: Kirk McElhearn writes about Apple hardware and software, books, music, and more. As a Senior Contributor to Macworld for more than 15 years, he wrote hundreds of articles, including the Ask the iTunes Guy column. He is a regular contributor to The Mac Security Blog, the Literature & Latte blog, where he writes about their writing app Scrivener, and TidBITS, as well as several other websites and magazines. He is co-host of several podcasts, including The Next Track, a podcast about how people listen to music today, and Write Now with Scrivener. Visit his website Kirkville. Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
A spirited panel debates whether AI companies should surrender part of their ownership to a public wealth fund. The conversation examines distrust of AI, job displacement, data-center energy and water use, income versus wealth taxation, billionaire resentment, corporate political influence, and the dangers of government owning stakes in companies it also regulates. Panel members include: Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Web Bixby and Jeff Gamet. This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Magazine, 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 Flipboard, on the web, or in your favorite RSS reader. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Who Should Profit From the AI Revolution? 00:33 Should AI Companies Give Stock to the Public? 01:19 Public Resentment and Negative Sentiment Toward AI 02:16 Polling, Popular Ideas, and Practical Reality 03:14 AI Job Losses and Worker Retraining 03:53 Media Coverage, Doom Stories, and Clickbait 04:17 Data Centers, Energy Consumption, and Water Resources 05:04 Tax Reform and Perceptions of Unfairness 06:53 Income Taxes, Wealth Taxes, and Billionaires 10:25 Taxing Assets and Borrowing Against Wealth 12:08 Political Support for an AI Wealth Fund 14:00 The Risks of Government Ownership 16:17 Government Investment and Corporate Influence 17:19 Closing Thoughts and Panel Introductions 18:21 Merchandise, Podcasts, and Online Projects 23:13 Campaign Jokes and Panelist Connections 27:19 Virtual Backgrounds and Creative Experiments 30:20 Chat-Room Humor and Macstock Memories 32:35 Thanks to the Audience and Closing Remarks Links: Should AI companies be 'forced' to give half their stock to the public? Most Americans say yes https://www.fastcompany.com/91572561/ai-companies-forced-to-share-their-stock-with-public-poll Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
In a conversation at Macstock 2026, Adam Christianson reflects on retiring the MacCast, joining Mac Geek Gab, and starting the Debut Film Podcast with his daughter. He also explains how his views on AI have evolved, how ChatGPT and Claude support his programming work, why human oversight remains essential, and what AI may mean for entry-level developers and the future of technical careers. This MacVoices is supported by our new MacVoices series, Foreshadowing Tech, that examines the effect of media depictions of tech and tech culture on real-world tech, and how real-world has affected technology depictions in the media. Check it out at http://macvoices.com/foreshadowingtech. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Catching up with Adam Christianson at Macstock 00:44 Life after retiring the MacCast 01:02 Joining Mac Geek Gab 01:28 Leaving solo podcast production behind 02:41 Starting the Debut Film Podcast 03:15 Sharing a love of movies with his daughter 03:38 How AI changed the conversation 04:09 Moving from AI skepticism to regular use 04:35 Using ChatGPT, Claude, and Claude Code 05:02 Treating AI as an assistant 05:47 Trusting and reviewing AI-generated code 06:38 AI's impact on entry-level programmers 07:33 How new developers may need to adapt 08:06 Comparing AI with earlier technology shifts 09:23 Why embracing AI may be the best path 10:09 Using AI to expand creativity 10:37 Where to follow Adam's current work 11:26 Closing thoughts Guests: Adam Christianson was the host of the long-running MacCast podcast. He now is part of the Mac Geek Gab podcast team, and also has a podcast with his daughter, the Debut Film Podcast. Professionally, his a Senior Web Developer. Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
Cameras in airline seatback screens and increasingly sophisticated driver-monitoring systems spark a debate over safety, privacy, data access, and surveillance. The MacVoices Live! panel examines EU vehicle requirements, Tesla interior cameras, dash cams, accident evidence, connected devices, and whether consumers receive enough disclosure and control over technologies designed to watch them. Panel members include: Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, and Mark Fuccio. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by our Patreon supporters. Get access to the MacVoices Slack and MacVoices After Dark by joining in at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 The mysterious camera in an airline seatback screen 03:04 EU driver-monitoring camera requirements 05:42 Why consumers distrust unfamiliar cameras and sensors 09:01 Safety systems, driver fatigue, and data collection concerns 12:18 Tesla interior cameras and employee access controversies 15:06 Cameras as accident evidence and subpoenaed records 18:44 Driver-monitoring technology during long trips 21:17 Defeating attention-monitoring and autonomous-driving safeguards 23:35 Tesla cameras, disclosure, and Zoom integration 27:46 Ring cameras, connected devices, and security risks 32:31 Dash cams, privacy choices, and local storage 36:18 Creating standards for recordings and data access 40:24 Wearables as an alternative driver-alert system 43:30 Interior cameras for rideshare drivers and passengers 47:02 Security benefits versus potential misuse 50:05 Disabling cabin cameras and controlling what gets recorded Links: New EU rules put a driver-watching camera in every car https://thenextweb.com/news/eu-vehicle-safety-rules-gsr-phase-two Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
Apple's lawsuit accusing OpenAI of obtaining trade secrets through former employees raises questions about corporate ethics, recruitment practices, confidentiality agreements, and OpenAI's hardware ambitions. The panel considers the potential legal and financial consequences before examining Apple's plan to end support for encrypted HFS+ volumes and what users should do with older drives. Panel members include: Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, and Mark Fuccio. Today's MacVoices is supported by TV+ Talk, our MacVoices series with Charlotte Henry focused on Apple TV+. From shows and other content to the business side there's always something to learn about apple's streaming service. Find it at the Categories listings on the web site or go directly to macvoices.com/category/tvplustalk. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Apple challenges OpenAI over alleged trade secrets 01:00 Former Apple employees and recruitment allegations 02:00 OpenAI's finances, AI skepticism, and IPO risks 04:03 Evidence, corporate devices, and Apple's legal strategy 05:00 Recruitment culture and ethical concerns 06:13 How the case could reveal Apple's hardware plans 07:06 Possible legal exposure and the discovery process 08:00 AI talent wars and multimillion-dollar compensation 09:33 Confidentiality agreements after leaving Apple 11:14 Apple's shifting relationships with OpenAI and Google 12:06 John Ternus and speculation about Apple leadership 13:00 Apple silicon, neural engines, and possible M7 plans 14:36 Contractors, confidentiality, and additional legal risks 15:16 Jony Ive and potential collateral damage 17:01 macOS 28 and encrypted HFS+ support 18:00 Apple's long-term transition away from HFS+ 19:00 Preparing and transferring data from legacy drives 20:04 Microsoft support policies and software subscriptions 21:05 Clarifying Windows access to HFS+ drives Links: Apple Sues OpenAI for Stealing Trade Secrets to Build AI Hardware https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/10/apple-sues-openai/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
Google's $4.1 billion EU Android fine launches a debate over technology regulation, encryption backdoors, age verification, app-store mandates, and the political tension between the United States and Europe. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, and Marty Jencius also explore an unusual national time capsule, compares Evernote, Apple Notes, GoodNotes, Notion, and Notability, discusses vibe coding, and considers JustWatch as TV Time shuts down. MacVoices is supported by the new MacVoices Merch Store, featuring Comfort Colors t-shirts and sweatshirts, caps, mugs, stickers, and even more items coming. Check it out at store.macvoices.com. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Google, Apple, and the growing U.S.–EU technology divide 00:20 Google loses its final appeal over the Android fine 01:18 Political tension between the United States and Europe 03:07 Encryption backdoors and app-store mandates 04:52 Apple's European feature delays and regulatory pushback 05:27 Age verification, online identity, and technology policy 06:49 The lasting effects of poorly designed regulation 08:06 Technology inside the America 250 time capsule 09:15 The mystery of Lincoln's 3D-rendered hand 12:10 Evernote pricing and note-taking alternatives 13:02 Apple Notes, Notion, GoodNotes, and Notability 15:47 GoodNotes pricing, synchronization, and AI options 17:19 Vibe coding and creating personal software with AI 18:17 Natural-language Shortcuts and Safari extensions 19:16 TV Time announces its shutdown 20:23 Why users should financially support valued software 21:00 JustWatch features, pricing, and streaming filters 23:02 JustWatch on Apple TV and direct streaming links 24:11 Panel updates, travel plans, and closing comments Links: Google loses final appeal over record €4.1 billion EU Android fine https://thenextweb.com/news/google-loses-final-appeal-over-record-e4-1-billion-eu-android-fine My Software Engineer Friends Said: Stop Trying to Learn to Code. Do This Instead. - Asian Efficiency https://www.asianefficiency.com/technology/dont-learn-to-code/ Popular Show Tracking App TV Time Shutting Down on July 15 https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/02/show-tracking-app-tv-time-shutting-down/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
Apple leaks and rumor-driven reporting take center stage as the panel examines how constant predictions have diminished the excitement of new iPhone releases. The discussion with Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, and Marty Jencius also covers premature Siri-versus-Gemini comparisons, Apple's legal battles with Epic Games and John Prosser, Bending Spoons' growing technology portfolio, prediction-market manipulation, Spotify streaming fraud, and musicians' dissatisfaction with the service. MacVoices is supported by CleanMyMac from MacPaw. Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use my code MACVOICES20 for 20% off at http://clnmy.com/MACVOICES Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 iPhone leaks, Siri comparisons, and questionable predictions 00:32 How leaks have diminished iPhone season 01:29 The rumor industry's endless predictions 03:00 Apple rumors and prediction markets 03:20 The long history of Apple leaks 04:12 Supply-chain leaks and their consequences 05:41 An iPhone enters America's 250th anniversary time capsule 07:31 Lamborghini's interactive Vision Pro experience 08:33 Comparing an unfinished Siri with Gemini 12:38 Apple's latest development in the Epic Games case 13:54 John Prosser responds to Apple's leak lawsuit 15:29 Could Prosser become a witness for Apple? 17:02 Bending Spoons and its expanding technology portfolio 18:42 Vimeo, Evernote, WeTransfer, and AOL 21:22 Spotify streaming fraud and prediction markets 22:24 How micro-betting could conceal manipulation 24:26 Musicians express their frustration with Spotify Links: Apple leaks have sucked all the fun out of iPhone season https://www.macworld.com/article/3179652/apple-leaks-have-sucked-all-of-the-fun-out-of-of-iphone-season.html iPhone 17 Pro Max buried in America's 250th anniversary time capsule: to be opened in 2276 - 9to5Mac https://9to5mac.com/2026/07/04/iphone-17-pro-max-included-in-america-250-time-capsule/ Lamborghini launches Apple Vision Pro app with interactive full-size cars https://9to5mac.com/2026/07/07/lamborghini-launches-apple-vision-pro-app-with-interactive-full-size-cars/ I Compared Siri AI to Gemini on iPhone and There's a Clear Winner https://lifehacker.com/tech/i-compared-siri-ai-to-gemini-on-iphone Judge agrees to postpone deadlines as Apple seeks broader pause in Epic Games case https://9to5mac.com/2026/07/06/judge-agrees-to-postpone-deadlines-as-apple-seeks-broader-pause-in-epic-games-case/ YouTuber Jon Prosser Responds to Apple's Lawsuit Over iOS 26 Leaks https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/02/jon-prosser-responds-to-apple-leaks-lawsuit/ After $18B IPO, Bending Spoons founder says success comes from minimizing luck https://techcrunch.com/2026/07/01/after-18b-ipo-bending-spoons-founder-says-success-comes-from-minimizing-luck/ Spotify Confirms Streaming Fraud After Kalshi Trader Cries Foul https://www.wired.com/story/spotify-streaming-manipulation-prediction-markets-polymarket-kalshi/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
The panel is back from Macstock and share highlights and lessons from the conference, including creative experimentation, podcast strategy, video production, accessibility, health, digital legacy planning, and useful Mac tools. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, and Mark Fuccio reflect on the friendships and international community surrounding the event, the emotional impact of inclusive art activities, and how presenters inspired them to improve workflows, pursue projects, and think differently. MacVoices is supported by CleanMyMac from MacPaw. Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use my code MACVOICES20 for 20% off at http://clnmy.com/MACVOICES Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Macstock wrap-up and opening comments 01:31 Panel introductions and returning home 03:58 Lamps, plants, bookshelves, and video backgrounds 06:23 Conference humor and memorable moments 09:55 Community, friendships, and limited time together 12:14 Favorite presentations and key takeaways 13:14 Building deeper personal connections 14:09 Learning processes beyond individual applications 16:17 CleanMyMac sponsor message 17:14 Creativity, artistic practice, and experimentation 18:30 Accessible drawing creates an emotional breakthrough 20:46 Audience participation and creative engagement 22:03 Podcast strategy and future project ideas 22:35 Planning and protecting a digital legacy 23:25 Reflections on presenting at Macstock 24:00 Creator Camp, Ecamm, and production lessons 25:31 Captions, audiobooks, health, and practical tools 27:22 Useful Mac utilities and SpaceJump 29:27 Health challenges and caregiving lessons 31:25 Digital passes and archived presentations 32:04 Macstock 11 and plans to return 32:28 International attendance and community appreciation 33:18 Ecamm brings the event to a wider audience Links: Macstock Conference: https://macstockconference.com Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
Apple's stock rebounds after recent product price increases, prompting a discussion of customer loyalty, upgrade timing, refurbished options, and long-term confidence in the company. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, and Marty Jencius also examine why advanced Home features may require a 2TB iCloud+ plan, then debates Apple's rumored foldable iPhone, including price, form factor, cameras, usability, durability, and whether it can succeed within the Apple ecosystem. MacVoices is supported by CleanMyMac from MacPaw. Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use my code MACVOICES20 for 20% off at http://clnmy.com/MACVOICES Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Apple stock, iCloud requirements, and foldable iPhones 00:33 Introduction and panel greetings 04:09 Apple stock rebounds after product price increases 05:35 Investor reactions and confidence in Apple 07:23 How higher prices may affect upgrade decisions 09:07 Refurbished products and delaying Mac upgrades 10:10 AI voices and personalized assistant options 12:12 Current devices and future iPhone purchases 13:03 CleanMyMac sponsor message 14:35 Apple Intelligence and the 2TB iCloud+ requirement 16:03 Possible technical and financial reasons for the requirement 17:55 Video storage, HomeKit cameras, and Apple One 19:17 Apple reportedly increases foldable iPhone production 19:32 Panel reactions to an Apple foldable 21:31 Questions about screens, cameras, thickness, and usability 23:13 Foldable designs and Apple's potential market 24:25 Holding, durability, hinges, and screen creases 26:09 Closing Links: Apple's stock recovers after hit from unprecedented price hikes on products - 9to5Mac https://9to5mac.com/2026/07/02/apples-stock-recovers-after-hit-from-unprecedented-price-hikes-on-products/ Apple Intelligence features in the Home app will require an iCloud+ plan starting at 2TB https://appleworld.today/2026/07/apple-intelligence-features-in-the-home-app-will-require-an-icloud-plan-starting-at-2tb/ Apple Ramps Foldable iPhone 'Ultra' Production to 10 Million Units https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/02/apple-ramps-foldable-iphone-ultra-production-10m/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
A resource for checking Mac external-display support, Comcast's move away from NBCUniversal, Peacock's streaming and sports strategy, and whether broadband offers a stronger business model than media all started off this MacVoices Live! conversation. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Norbert Frassa, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby examine Apple Invites and question why so many Apple features launch with fanfare but receive little sustained development. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by our Patreon supporters. Get access to the MacVoices Slack and MacVoices After Dark by joining in at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:32 Checking Mac External Display Compatibility 01:48 Comcast and NBCUniversal Go Separate Ways 03:22 What the Split Could Mean for Peacock 05:39 Sports Programming and Streaming Subscriptions 07:00 Is Broadband a Better Business Than Media? 10:18 Apple Invites Receives an Update 11:22 Apple's Pattern of Launching and Neglecting Features 13:29 Why Apple Features Lose Support 16:06 Do New Backgrounds Really Improve Invites? 16:53 Panel Conclusions 17:52 Panelist Updates and Closing Comments 24:47 Upcoming Schedule and Final Thoughts Links: A Free Website to Determine How Many Monitors Your Mac Can Actually Support https://larryjordan.com/articles/a-free-utility-to-determine-how-many-monitors-your-mac-can-actually-support/ Comcast spins off NBCUniversal as it exits media entirely – Engadget https://www.engadget.com/2203860/comcast-spins-off-nbcuniversal-as-it-exits-media-entirely/ Apple updates its Invites app with new event backgrounds, more https://appleworld.today/2026/06/apple-updates-its-invites-app-with-new-event-backgrounds-more/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss
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