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MacVoices #26232: Briefing – Why David Pogue’s ‘Apple: The First 50 Years’ Is Worth Experiencing Twice

Aug 14, 2026 | Briefings

David Pogue’s authoring style turns Apple: The First 50 Years turns 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 #25107: MacVoices Briefing – The Speck Balance Folio iPad mini case

Apr 4, 2025 | Briefings

Chuck ditched his old malfunctioning iPad mini case for a sleek new Speck Balance Folio case. He reviews what was so bad about the old case and why this new case offers so much more. From a bold color choice to an Apple Pencil holder, a secure latch to camera protection, the Speck Balance Folio offers a great feature/cost balance.

MacVoices #24237: MacVoices Briefing – Touring The New MacVoices Web Site

Sep 23, 2024 | Briefings

MacVoices has a brand new, rebuilt-from-the-ground up. This Briefing walks you through both new and relocated features and highlights accessibility to all of our assets, communication channels, and social media presences. Not sure where something is? This tour will make sure you are getting the most out of MacVoices.

MacVoices #24215: MacVoices Briefing – The Case For Screen Protectors

Aug 21, 2024 | Briefings

In a short MacVoices Briefing, Chuck relates how the small investment in a screen protector saved him from a costly iPhone screen repair, and why you should consider on for at least your phone and Apple Watch.

MacVoices #24208: MacVoices Briefing – BIGASUO 15.6″ Portable Monitor

Aug 12, 2024 | Briefings

This MacVoices Briefing summarizes Chuck’s experience with the BIGASUO 15.6 Portable Monitor, an option for taking your dual-screen productivity experience on the road. With a smart cover included, three screen modes, and two connectivity options, the BIGASUO is worth a look if you are in the market for a portable monitor.

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MacVoices #24128: Briefing – More On The Wacom One 13″ Touch Tablet with Jeff Gamet (2)

May 16, 2024 | Briefings

https://youtu.be/5RiOlARcYO4 The second part of our Briefing on the Wacom One 13” Touch Tablet begins with a discussion of styluses and how they affect tablet performance. Jeff Gamet shares his experiences with sensitivity, feel, battery charging, and build quality....

MacVoices #24127: MacVoices Briefing on The Wacom One 13″ Touch Tablet with Jeff Gamet (1)

May 15, 2024 | Briefings

https://youtu.be/zNFzI_zge2g To properly evaluate the Wacom One 13” Touch Tablet, Jeff Gamet joins this Briefing as someone who holds an expert status in creating art with tablets of all descriptions. What started as a normal Briefing turned into a deep discussion of...

MacVoices #24088: Briefing – The Memory Card Case by JJC

Mar 22, 2024 | Briefings

https://youtu.be/rWs3duQJKYU This MacVoices Briefing focuses on the Memory Card Case by JJC, a secure, durable, safe place to organize and store your SD and MicroSD memory cards that are used in cameras, video cameras, home security gear, and the like....

MacVoices #24001: MacVoices Briefing – GatorGrip Phone and Tablet Stands

Jan 2, 2024 | Briefings

The GatorGrip stand for tablets and iPhones make a great addition to your iPhone or iPad. Find out how these minimalist stands function in both portrait and landscape modes, take up no room, and represent a simple solution that makes your device more usable. Show...

MacVoices #23308: MacVoices Briefing – The OWC Drive Dock

Dec 14, 2023 | Briefings, Hardware, MacVoices Briefing

Chuck provides a briefing on the function and benefits of the OWC Drive Dock from Other World Computing. Connection, operation, and some suggested use cases are included, as well as recommendations on drive naming and bare drive storage when not in use in the Drive...

MacVoices #23249: MacVoices Briefing – Protecting Your Gear

Oct 5, 2023 | Apple Watch, Briefings, Hardware, iPad, iPhone

Chuck Joiner shares the choices he has made to protect his very expensive Apple Gear with the goal of maintaining functionality as well as cosmetic appearance, maximizing sale or trade in values. Laptops, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch and even the Apple TV Remote are the...

MacVoices #23120: MacVoices Briefing – Getting Informed About Generative AI

Apr 10, 2023 | Briefings, Graphics/Photos, Software, Web

In this MacVoices Briefing, Chuck provides information on several podcast episodes from other shows that will inform your thinking about generative AI tools. Where we are, where we are going, and the ways you should be thinking about them are informed by three very...

MacVoices #22172: MacVoices Briefing – The Anker PowerConf C200 Webcam

Aug 19, 2022 | Audio/Music, Briefings, Hardware, Video, Web

This MacVoices Briefing covers the Anker PowerConf C200 Webcam. Featuring a 2K resolution, stereo noise-cancelling mics, and adjustable fields of view, the PowerConf offers some terrific features at a price that makes it easy to upgrade your video conference presence...

MacVoices #22115: MacVoices Briefing – Is It Time For Anti-Virus Software For Your Mac?

May 27, 2022 | Briefings, Security/Privacy, Software

In this MacVoices Briefing, Chuck talks about how the security landscape has changed when it comes to increases in ransomware attacks and the increasing frequency of Mac virus development, and why he has adopted not one but two different anti-virus, anti-malware...

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