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MacVoices #24261: Glenn Fleishman On Keeping Safe Using Mobile Tech (2)

MacVoices #24261: Glenn Fleishman On Keeping Safe Using Mobile Tech (2)

Oct 28, 2024 |

Glenn Fleishman goes in depth on the title subject of his Keep Safe Using Mobile Tech. We talk about how to secure Apple devices amid all the changes and updates to operating systems, along with features such as car crash detection, fall detection, emergency SOS, and the Check-In function, Glenn emphasizes the need for individuals to understand and customize their device settings for optimal protection from both misadventure as well as theft. (Part 2) 

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MacVoices #24260: Keyboards, Comics, and Taking Control of Your Apple Account with Glenn Fleishman (1)

MacVoices #24260: Keyboards, Comics, and Taking Control of Your Apple Account with Glenn Fleishman (1)

Oct 25, 2024 |

In the first part of a wide-ranging conversation with author Glenn Fleishman, we touch on his participation in the Shift Happens book project, his latest project, How Comics Were Made, and his Take Control of Your Apple Account. Along the way we looked back at the surprising origins of a peripheral we all use, the challenges of the early printing industry, and got some thoughts on what you can and can’t do in your account interactions with Apple.

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MacVoices #24250: More With Jason Snell on ‘Take Control of Photos’ (2)

MacVoices #24250: More With Jason Snell on ‘Take Control of Photos’ (2)

Oct 10, 2024 |

Our conversation with  Jason Snell about the 4th edition of Take Control of Photos for Take Control Books wraps up with a look at the power of the Photos app for users of all skill levels. Enhancements such as Photographic styles change the game by providing more post-capture options than ever before. Jason also covers getting more out of our photos by printing or making custom books and projects, and how that has become more of a focus in the latest version of Photos. (Part 2)

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MacVoices #24249: Jason Snell Takes Control of Photos (1)

MacVoices #24249: Jason Snell Takes Control of Photos (1)

Oct 9, 2024 |

Jason Snell has released the 4th edition of Take Control of Photos for Take Control Books to cover the  most recent updates to the Photos app on all of Apple’s operating systems. Jason explains why Photos has undergone more of a redesign than an upgrade, utilizing machine learning to help you do more than ever before with your photos. Also more unified than ever is the interface across Mac, iPhone, and iPad which helps in overcoming the resistance to adopting new features. Jason touches on how the improved search capabilities and  customizable collections enhance the user experience and utilization of photos. 

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MacVoices #24227: More With Joe Kissell On Taking Control Of Sequoia (2)

MacVoices #24227: More With Joe Kissell On Taking Control Of Sequoia (2)

Sep 9, 2024 |

The second part of our conversation with Joe Kissell, who’s newest book is Take Control of Sequoia, shifts to his assessments of Apple Intelligence in the upcoming macOS, as well as some thoughts on the general state of large language models and their uses. Joe draws on some personal examples as he analyzes what Apple Intelligence may mean for all of us. 

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MacVoices #24146: Joe Kissell Takes Control of Your Online Privacy (1)

MacVoices #24146: Joe Kissell Takes Control of Your Online Privacy (1)

Jun 5, 2024 |

Joe Kissell shares insights on online privacy in his book, Take Control of Your Online Privacy, 5th Edition, stressing the importance of staying informed on privacy issues amidst evolving technology threats. He focuses on practical high and medium priority privacy concerns for everyday individuals, advising prioritization based on individual risk profiles. Emphasizing the impact of advertisers collecting extensive personal data, Joe provides tips on data sharing. He cautions against oversharing personal information online and offers steps to enhance online privacy highlighting the need to be proactive in understanding and addressing online privacy risks. (Part 1)

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