MacVoices Episodes
MacVoices #26020: Live! – AI Every Day, Slop Concerns, Tech Adoption Cycles and Learning Phases

MacVoices #26020: Live! – AI Every Day, Slop Concerns, Tech Adoption Cycles and Learning Phases

A wide-ranging discussion about how AI is becoming a seamless part of everyday software, often without users noticing. The panel weighs the benefits against the rise of “AI slop,” compares the current moment to earlier tech adoption cycles, and examines the business realities powering AI. The conversation also touches on social media fragmentation and a notable, ongoing tech legal battle.

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MacVoices #26019: Pepcom at CES – Stuff Manufacturing Is Bringing Silicone Production To The U.S.

MacVoices #26019: Pepcom at CES – Stuff Manufacturing Is Bringing Silicone Production To The U.S.

From Pepcom at CES in Las Vegas, Hans Dose, founder of Stuff Manufacturing, who shares how tariffs pushed him to open a U.S.-based silicone factory. Hans how using silicone results in faster production cycles, lower tooling costs, and better IP protection. Hans shows off a new patented MagSafe accessory and explains how his factory will support other brands with domestic manufacturing. 

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MacVoices #26017: CES Unveiled – Plaud’s Wearable AI Note-Taker Gains New Features

MacVoices #26017: CES Unveiled – Plaud’s Wearable AI Note-Taker Gains New Features

From CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, Stella Hall, Head of Americas Marketing for Plaud, talks about the rise of AI note-taking and the features of the NotePin S, their newest product. Stella explains how the device captures conversations on demand, highlights key moments, and quickly delivers structured summaries. The discussion also addresses privacy safeguards, encryption, compliance standards, and growing interest from many different user categories, particularly journalists, doctors, and sales professionals. 

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MacVoices #25294: Live! – A New Fiery PSA, Apple Loses A Big One, More Masimo vs. Apple

MacVoices #25294: Live! – A New Fiery PSA, Apple Loses A Big One, More Masimo vs. Apple

This episode starts with a public service warning about Belkin’s latest recall over potential fire hazards and how owners are getting refunds. The conversation then turns to Massimo’s major legal win against Apple over Apple Watch health-sensor patents, including the size of the judgment, the company’s broader medical business, licensing deals with other tech firms, and why aggressively protecting intellectual property is so central to their strategy.

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MacVoices #25293: Live! – Affinity’s Free Option, Tinder Wants Your Photos, and CoPilot’s Influencers

MacVoices #25293: Live! – Affinity’s Free Option, Tinder Wants Your Photos, and CoPilot’s Influencers

Affinity’s move to a permanently free model sparks discussion about Canva’s strategy and Adobe’s pricing, while Pantone introduces an AI-powered color generator. The panel examines privacy concerns around Tinder scanning photo libraries and Microsoft turning to influencers for Copilot. A mix of tech news, creative-tool insights, and humor rounds out the conversation.

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MacVoices #25291: MacVoices 2025 Holiday Gift Guide #2 (1)

MacVoices #25291: MacVoices 2025 Holiday Gift Guide #2 (1)

The second 2025 Holiday Gift Guide opens with standout recommendations ranging from a high-quality portable DAC and the Kindle Oasis to cable-management solutions, a Supergirl graphic novel, a Nespresso frother, and flexible VESA-mounted TV legs—smart gift ideas for tech fans and home-setup enthusiasts alike.

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MacVoices #25190: Live! – Gemini, Pluribus, and Meta’s Fraud Profits

MacVoices #25190: Live! – Gemini, Pluribus, and Meta’s Fraud Profits

This episode tackles reports that Apple may license Google’s Gemini AI for Siri, raising questions about privacy, accuracy, and Apple’s long-term AI roadmap. The panel also celebrates the new Apple TV sci-fi hit Pluribus and other standout series, then digs into alarming reports that a sizable slice of Meta’s ad revenue comes from scams and lightly enforced “borderline” ads.

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MacVoices #25287: MacVoices 2025 Holiday Gift Guide #1 (1)

MacVoices #25287: MacVoices 2025 Holiday Gift Guide #1 (1)

The panel launches the 2025 Holiday Gift Guide with a wide range of practical tech recommendations, including MagSafe wallets, AirTag money clips, AI tools, travel routers, power banks, and the latest JBL Flip speakers. A fast-moving, fun discussion full of gift ideas for travelers, Apple fans, and gadget lovers.

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