MacVoices #25093: Live! – Alexa+, Opera Integrations, Google’s Removal Tool
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet and Jim Rea discuss Amazon’s new AI-powered Alexa+, highlighting its conversational abilities and privacy concerns. Opera’s browser sidebar integrations with apps like Discord and Slack prompt debate about productivity versus distraction. Google’s updated tool for managing personal information sparks skepticism regarding its effectiveness and sincerity.
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In Touch with iOS 348 – Spatial Galleries & Apple’s Shiny New Gear
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave, he is joined by guest Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Dave and the crew kick off this episode with a lively discussion on Apple’s latest updates of iPad and Mac, discussing Vision Pro and Vision OS 2.4 beta 2, which introduces Apple Intelligence, writing tools, and Genmoji. They compare ChatGPT to Apple Intelligence and explore the new Spatial Gallery app. Marty shares his experience with the iPhone 16E, and the team dives into iOS.
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In Touch with iOS 346 – iPhone 16e Is Here and Apple Intelligence in Vision Pro
In Touch with iOS 346 – iPhone 16e Is Here and Apple Intelligence in Vision Pro The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave. He is joined by guests Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, and Marty Jencius.We dissect the new features of the iPhone 16E, including its competitive...
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'Illegal Cat Pictures' on The Mac Show on The British Tech Network This Week's Topics: Apple removes encryption features in UK iPhone 16e launch Episode's chat: https://britishtechnetwork.com/chat/view.php?dt=2025-02-21 Guests: Jeff Gamet, Dave Ginsburg, Chuck Joiner,...
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MacVoices #25092: More With Jim Rea On Software Development Past and Present (2)
Jim Rea continues reflecting on ProView’s 40-year journey, highlighting how personal computing and software development practices have evolved. He discusses the shift from fully graspable, simple systems to today’s complex technologies requiring specialized expertise. Jim emphasizes the ongoing necessity of human judgment in programming, even with advanced tools like LLMs and search engines. He explores the concept of “prompt engineering” and the enduring challenge of accurately defining project requirements, asserting the essential role humans will maintain in tech innovation. (Part 2)
MacVoices 25091: Jim Rea on ProVUE’s 40th Anniversary (1)
Jim Rea marks ProView’s 40th anniversary, reflecting on his journey from early CPM software to innovative RAM-based databases. He shares experiences with industry leaders, discusses his pioneering software like SuperView, and recalls adapting to early Macintosh programming challenges, emphasizing entrepreneurship and sustained relevance in tech. (1)
MacVoices #25090: Live! – Child Safety, Apple Watch on Ice, and Automatic Mac Updates
The MacVoices panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Jim Rea covers Apple’s new child safety tools, emphasizing parental control and user privacy by minimizing data collection. We also discuss NHL officials adopting Apple Watches with a custom app, enhancing game flow and safety. Lastly, the group addresses unexpected automatic MacOS updates, exploring user and enterprise approaches to managing software compatibility.
MacVoices #25089: Terri Morgan on New LumaFusion Features and the Joy of Editing
Terry Morgan, Co-Founder Principle Designer for LumaTouch discusses the significant new features in LumaFusion, particularly highlighting adjustment clips, enhanced keyframing, and increased track support in the latest update. Terry explains how these features streamline the editing process, providing editors with greater efficiency, flexibility, and creativity. She emphasizes how adjustment clips revolutionize the editing workflow by allowing complex, multi-layered edits with simplified controls. The conversation also touches on LumaFusion’s unique pricing structure, mobile editing on iPhone and iPad, and the satisfaction that comes from creative storytelling through video editing.
MacVoices #25088: Live! – New iPads, Apple vs. UK, iCloud Lawsuit Dismissed
The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Jim Rea discusses Apple’s newly announced iPad Air with M4 chip and the 11th-gen base iPad featuring an A16 processor, debating their value and audience appeal. They also explore Apple’s resistance to UK encryption backdoor demands, highlighting potential privacy implications. Finally, they cover Apple’s successful dismissal of an iCloud storage pricing lawsuit, affirming Apple’s right to set pricing despite criticism.
MacVoices #25087: Building Your Own Web Site with Brian Flanigan-Arthurs
Thinking that you might want or need your own web site? Brian Flanagan-Arthurs discusses the importance of owning a personal website. He shares his motivations, the risks of relying on social media, and his process of choosing a domain, software, and hosting. Brian details his experience with WordPress, the learning curve, and the benefits of controlling his online presence. Chuck and Brian emphasize adaptability, ongoing refinements, and the value of having a central hub for content and communication.
MacVoices #25086: Live! – Cheaper YouTube, Ad-Supported Office 365, A New Pantone Color
This MacVoices Live! discussion concludes with Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Mark Fuccio discussing YouTube’s rumored Premium Light tier, Microsoft testing an ad-supported Office 365 version, and Pantone naming a color after Drew Barrymore. The panel debates the value of YouTube Premium, subscription models, and Microsoft’s cloud push. They also discuss Kindle download restrictions and the impact of ad-supported services on user experience.
MacVoices #25085 – Live! – Arctic Surfing on Vision Pro, Photoshop on iPhone
Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Mark Fuccio explore the increasing frequency of immersive video content for Apple Vision Pro, highlighting a new Arctic Surfing experience. The panel discusses its effectiveness, the evolution of spatial video, and potential smart home integrations for deeper immersion. They also debate Adobe’s long-awaited Photoshop release for iPhone, weighing its professional utility, subscription model, and integration with Creative Cloud against existing mobile editing tools.
MacVoices #25084: Live! – Apple Invests In The US, Apple News+ Cooks, AI on the Vision Pro
Apple’s ongoing investments in U.S. manufacturing, enhancements to Apple News+, and Apple Intelligence on Vision Pro were the topics on this MacVoices Live!. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Mark Fucciol discussed Apple’s $500 billion commitment to U.S. facilities, clarifying that it aligns with long-term plans rather than a new shift. Apple News+’s new recipe and restaurant features were praised for adding value, while the iPhone 16e’s missing ultra-wideband and MagSafe raised concerns. Lastly, Vision Pro’s Apple Intelligence beta left panelists eager for more promised features in April.
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