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MacVoices #25266: Live! – Apple’s AI Vision Acquisition, Bug Bounties, and Teens and iPhones

Oct 22, 2025 | MacVoices Live!

Apple’s latest moves spark debate: a reported acquisition of Prompt.ai’s team/IP to bolster computer vision across Face ID, HomeKit, and a rumored home device; a headline-grabbing $2M bug bounty amid questions about payouts; and teen survey data showing iPhone’s dominance. The panel closes with Apple’s lawsuit against John Prosser over iOS 26 leaks and what ignoring a suit could mean.

MacVoices #25265: Live! – Why Apple TV+ Is Now Apple TV, and Why Clips Is No More

Oct 21, 2025 | MacVoices Live!

Apple’s latest changes spark debate as the panel examines the discontinuation of the Clips app and the rebranding of Apple TV+. They discuss why Clips never gained traction, Apple’s pattern of quietly ending niche apps, and the confusion caused by overlapping names across Apple’s hardware, software, and streaming services—all while comparing Apple’s strategy to broader industry trends.

MacVoices #25264: Live! – Another Power Bank Recall and Logitech Pushes Cancel On the Pop Smart Button

Oct 20, 2025 | MacVoices Live!

ESR recalls over 50,000 HaloLock power banks due to fire hazards, sparking debate over recurring battery failures and manufacturing quality. The panel also examines Logitech’s sudden decision to disable its PopSmart Button, exploring what it says about product obsolescence, smart home reliability, and consumer trust in connected tech.

MacVoices #25263: Celebrating 20 Years of MacVoices with Doug Adams of Doug’s Scripts

Oct 18, 2025 | Interview

https://youtu.be/U3gJg90Zedo Doug Adams of Doug’s AppleScripts was a guest on the very first episode of MacVoices and he’s back to help celebrate the 20th anniversary of the show. Doug looks at AppleScript’s enduring legacy, automation on the Mac, and his inventive...

MacVoices #25262: Live! – Sora and IP, What Are YOU Hiding, Instagram Reels, and Hulu Morphs

Oct 17, 2025 | MacVoices Live!

Discussion covers Sora’s deepfake and IP issues, the opt-out paradox, and privacy tactics like CV Dazzle. The crew unpacks Instagram’s push to Reels, Hulu’s absorption into Disney bundles, the end of TiVo DVRs, and what ATSC 3.0 may mean for over-the-air viewers.

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MacVoices #25229: Live! – Gemini and Siri, The FTC’s Encryption Demands, Y Combinator and Epic

Sep 3, 2025 | MacVoices Live!

Apple’s rumored partnership with Google’s Gemini AI to enhance Siri sparks debate over privacy, antitrust issues, and big tech alliances. The panel also examines the FTC’s encryption warnings, Y Combinator’s support of Epic in its App Store fight, and Meta’s alleged privacy violations, highlighting the complex challenges of balancing innovation, trust, and accountability.

MacVoices #25228: Live! – xAI Sues Apple and Apple Watch Secrets Stolen

Sep 2, 2025 | MacVoices Live!

This episode dives into Elon Musk’s XAI lawsuit against Apple and OpenAI, challenging App Store rankings and Siri partnerships. The panel debates whether Grok is being unfairly excluded and how app charts really work. Later, the discussion shifts to Apple Watch secrets allegedly stolen by an employee for Oppo, raising questions of corporate espionage and Apple’s ability to safeguard innovation.

MacVoices #25227: TV+ Talk – Son Heung-min Sells Shirts as Apple TV+ Prices Rise

Aug 29, 2025 | TV+ Talk

This episode explores Apple’s growing stake in sports streaming through MLS and the arrival of Son Heung-min, the success of the F1 movie at the box office, and uncertainty around Apple’s MLB deal. Chuck and Charlotte also analyze the latest Apple TV+ price hike, its position against rivals, and highlight upcoming fall shows including The Morning Show and Slow Horses.

MacVoices #25226: MacVoices Update – 2025-08

Aug 28, 2025 | Updates

August’s update covers new podcast picks on the blog, a packed month of live and After Dark sessions, and anticipation for Apple’s September 9 event with special live coverage. The monthly Support Report thanks Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze patrons, while Chuck encourages listener feedback and teases more projects coming this fall.

MacVoices #25225: Live! – Adobe’s PDF AI, Dia Browser Costs, and A Foldable Phone Test

Aug 28, 2025 | MacVoices Live!

Adobe introduces an AI tool for analyzing PDFs, prompting debate over its utility, security, and competition with academic research software. The team also explores DIA browser’s $20 subscription and how rising service costs echo streaming fatigue. They wrap with a humorous breakdown of foldable phone durability tests and what they reveal about hype, usability, and consumer expectations.

MacVoices #25224: Live! – Mixing Music, Filtering Searches, Choosing AI Models, Alexa Plus Woes

Aug 27, 2025 | MacVoices Live!

https://youtu.be/Mfv6JK-KnDI A wide-ranging MacVoices Live! panel discussion covers Apple’s upcoming AutoMix feature in Music, Spotify’s more granular playlist controls, and how DJs and party hosts might use transitions. The group debates Google’s new “preferred...

MacVoices #25223: Live! – Blood Oxygen Tracking Back On Apple Watch, Apple Card Satisfaction Slips

Aug 26, 2025 | MacVoices Live!

https://youtu.be/PHp921epPI4 Apple Watch users regain blood oxygen tracking via iPhone processing, while panelists debate its impact on Apple’s legal fight with Massimo. Security warnings about Plex servers and ESR power banks serve as public service announcements....

MacVoices #25222: Live! – A Falling iPhone, A Telescope Data Center, $1 ChatGPT, AOL Ends Dial-Up

Aug 25, 2025 | MacVoices Live!

An iPhone survives a dramatic fall from a plane, a Texas startup revolutionizes astronomy with hosted telescopes, and OpenAI shakes up AI adoption by offering ChatGPT Enterprise to the U.S. government for just $1. Plus, AOL officially retires its dial-up service, closing a chapter in internet history.

MacVoices #25221: Live! – John Prosser vs. Apple, Fintiv Lawsuits, and Apple’s First 50 Years

Aug 22, 2025 | MacVoices Live!

The panel examines John Prosser’s new iPhone leak video in the shadow of Apple’s lawsuit, the ongoing patent battles with Fintiv, and the rise of on-device AI tools for privacy. They also highlight David Pogue’s upcoming book chronicling Apple’s first 50 years and reflect on his legacy in the Mac community.

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