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MacVoices #26275: Live! – Removing Apple Intelligence, iPhone 18 vs. AT&T, More iCloud Email Addresses

MacVoices #26275: Live! – Removing Apple Intelligence, iPhone 18 vs. AT&T, More iCloud Email Addresses

Oct 9, 2026 |

The risks and rewards of removing Apple Intelligence to reclaim storage storage space space are debated, along with some experiences of performance problems following macOS upgrades. They investigate reports of iPhone 18 Pro Max failures on AT&T, debating whether hardware, software, or carrier networks are responsible. The conversation concludes with new, expanded iCloud+ email alias options, custom domains, and the advantages of owning a personal domain. 

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MacVoices #26274: TV+ Talk – Apple TV’s Winning Strategy: Quality Over Quantity, iPhone Duo, and Holiday Programming

MacVoices #26274: TV+ Talk – Apple TV’s Winning Strategy: Quality Over Quantity, iPhone Duo, and Holiday Programming

Oct 8, 2026 |

In a slight detour from their regular topics Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner discuss the iPhone 18 Pro, the upcoming iPhone Duo experience, and the challenges of managing Apple subscriptions. Turning back to television, they explore Apple’s new London music venue, upcoming holiday programming featuring Snoopy and Peanuts, and research revealing Apple’s emphasis on scripted entertainment. The discussion examines how Apple’s quality-focused streaming strategy distinguishes it from competitors like Netflix, Disney+, and HBO Max with plenty of examples. 

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MacVoices #26273: Live! – Remembering Steve Jobs, John Ternus and Design, Choosing iPhone Duo

MacVoices #26273: Live! – Remembering Steve Jobs, John Ternus and Design, Choosing iPhone Duo

Oct 7, 2026 |

After Day 1, the panel compares Amazon Prime Day deals and strategies for separating real bargains from inflated discounts. On a more serious note, they reflect on the 15th anniversary of Steve Jobs’ death. John Ternus’ increased focus on design and what it could mean for Apple’s future, and the the iPhone Duo’s replaceable display layer and other improvements designed to address traditional foldable-phone weaknesses wrap up the session. 

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MacVoices #26272: Briefing – The Twelve South AirFly Drive Wireless CarPlay Adapter

MacVoices #26272: Briefing – The Twelve South AirFly Drive Wireless CarPlay Adapter

Oct 6, 2026 |

The Twelve South AirFly Drive Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto Adapter makes wired CarPlay wireless without the reliability problems common to other adapters. Setup is simple, connections occur within seconds, and extensive driving produced no dropped connections. Voice calls, apps, vehicle controls, and two-phone pairing all work seamlessly, making it a compact and affordable CarPlay upgrade. 

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MacVoices #26271: Live! – More Streaming Price Hikes, CoPilot Desperately Rebrands

MacVoices #26271: Live! – More Streaming Price Hikes, CoPilot Desperately Rebrands

Oct 5, 2026 |

It is happening again: Disney+ and Hulu are raising prices on their streaming services prices, inspiring the panel to discuss  strategies for managing streaming costs, and free content alternatives. The conversation then turns to Microsoft dropping Copilot+ branding from new Surface PCs, Copilot’s lacking enterprise presence, reports of human review of CoPilot user photos, and broader concerns about how Microsoft and Meta approach privacy.

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MacVoices #26270: Live! – Apple’s AI Photo Editing, Rosetta’s End, Apple Watch Pairing

MacVoices #26270: Live! – Apple’s AI Photo Editing, Rosetta’s End, Apple Watch Pairing

Oct 2, 2026 |

Whether Apple Watch can pair with multiple iPhones, the storage demands of Apple Intelligence, and preparing Macs for the end of Rosetta support kick off this discussion. Other topics include whether expensive phones need cases, AI photo editing versus Photoshop, Pixelmator Pro as an Adobe alternative, and what Adobe’s acquisition of Topaz Labs means for  users. 

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MacVoices #26269: MacVoices Update 2026-09

MacVoices #26269: MacVoices Update 2026-09

Oct 1, 2026 |

https://youtu.be/7v929_rURWs September brought a return to a more normal schedule for TV+ Talk,, a new Foreshadowing Tech exploring science fiction’s influence on real-world communication devices, and several website improvements. Chuck highlights new subscription,...

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MacVoices #26266: Live! – Siri Gets Smarter, Tim Cook’s New Role, Woz’s Merch Store

MacVoices #26266: Live! – Siri Gets Smarter, Tim Cook’s New Role, Woz’s Merch Store

Sep 28, 2026 |

The panel explores first impressions of Siri AI, from image searches, weather, news, and Vision Pro visual recognition to unexpected limitations involving apps and personal context. The discussion also covers Steve Jobs and Apple Store history, Steve Wozniak’s new merchandise venture, Apple’s wearable market strength, GM’s continuing retreat from CarPlay, and Tim Cook’s expanding diplomatic role. 

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MacVoices #26265: Live! – Apple Vision Pro’s Future, iPhone Battery Limits, and RAID 6

MacVoices #26265: Live! – Apple Vision Pro’s Future, iPhone Battery Limits, and RAID 6

Sep 25, 2026 |

Apple’s record stock performance leads into a discussion of Vision Pro and John Ternus’ explanation of its long-term potential. The MacVoices Live! panel considers spatial computing’s growing role in medicine, productivity, and professional workflows, along with whether the technology is ready for broader adoption. They also examine iPhone battery shipping limits, SoftRAID 9’s support of RAID 6, and local versus cloud storage.

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MacVoices #26264: Live! – Smart TV Privacy, Copilot Frustrations, Star Trek’s Tech Legacy

MacVoices #26264: Live! – Smart TV Privacy, Copilot Frustrations, Star Trek’s Tech Legacy

Sep 24, 2026 |

A discussion of smart TV privacy examines reports of LG televisions collecting viewing data, whether TVs should ever be connected to the internet, and when firmware updates are worthwhile. The MacVoices Live! panel also considers hotel TV privacy, Microsoft’s increasingly pervasive Copilot strategy and organizational changes, and the enduring influence of Star Trek technology on real-world innovation.

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