The Road to Macstock takes us to Dave Hamilton, who previews his Macstock session, “From Curiosity to Capability,” which will focus on practical AI workflows anyone can use. Dave discusses how generative AI has changed coding, project management, proposals, productivity, and procrastination for him. The session will encourage experimentation as a way to get involved as AI tools rapidly evolve.
The MacVoices Live! panel covers a fake vendor site spreading malware, Apple’s new accessibility previews, and a hardware reorganization aimed at faster, more unified product development. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, and Marty Jencius also discuss Eyes Off for shoulder-surfing protection, Microsoft and Google reactions to the MacBook Neo, Google’s proposed AI laptop, and broader questions about AI becoming part of operating systems.
https://youtu.be/gL_lahl5tw8 At NAB Las Vegas, Madeleine Budd, Marketing Manager for Saramonic Audio, introduces the Air SE, a tiny dual wireless mobile microphone system with USB-C and optional Lightning receivers, and magnetic charging. No larger than a lipstick, it...
MacVoices Live! previews MacPaw’s WWDC “Flip the Script” developer event, then examines the growing backlash against school-issued screens in classrooms. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, and Web Bixby weigh digital skills, socialization, parental responsibility, accessibility, school support, and workforce readiness. They also consider Poppy, a proactive AI assistant, and the privacy concerns that come with giving any app deep access to personal data.
On the show floor at NAB in Las Vegas, Jim Tierney of Digital Anarchy discusses ShotNotes, a Premiere Pro panel that keeps project notes, time codes, links, timers, and collaboration details inside the edit instead of scattered across documents or sticky notes. He also previews Beauty Box Video AI development and explains where generative AI can help video pros, where traditional AI still shines, and why AI is useful but not a magic bullet.
A wide range of tech stories get the MacVoices treatment, starting with the quick sellout of the Steve Jobs commemorative coin and what strong MacBook Neo demand may say about Apple’s pricing, chip planning, and enterprise appeal. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet and Mark Fuccio also discuss Apple updates unexpectedly changing settings, a Canvas ransomware disruption affecting schools, Chrome’s hidden AI download, Google’s Liquid Glass similarities, Digg’s AI-focused return, and safer lithium coin batteries.
On the Road to Macstock, Jill McKinley previews her third year’s presentation, focused on making Apple devices support daily habits through Focus modes, shortcuts, customized screens, and intentional setup. She explains how iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch can work together to reduce distractions, surface useful tools, and help users shape technology around real life instead of default settings.
https://youtu.be/oy4gkHyDVcQ The MacVoices Live! panel examines backlash around Apple rumor reporting, especially Vision Pro speculation and the impact of click-driven headlines on developers and readers. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Brian...
At NAB 2026, Russell Pompea, Account Executive from Topaz Labs, discusses major advances in Topaz Video, including Starlight Precise 2.5 for restoring low-quality footage, SDR-to-HDR conversion, and Apple Silicon optimization. The conversation also covers Topaz’s photography tools, model customization, subscription pricing, local vs. cloud processing, and shared responsibility for cloud security.
MacPaw’s Maria Polishchuk, Head of Business Development and and Product Manager Pavlo Haidamak, discuss Setapp’s new expansion beyond its traditional subscription model. They explain new individual app purchases, developer subscription options, AI Gateway integration, app review standards, and support for indie and vibe-coded apps. The discussion covers developer challenges such as discovery, monetization, security, and how Setapp aims to help with those factors as well as giving customers more software choices.
Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner discuss Apple TV’s sports and awards momentum, from Lionel Messi’s expanding U.S. profile and Friday Night Baseball visibility to major BAFTA and Tony recognition. They also examine how awards influence viewer choices, upcoming Apple TV projects with John Travolta and James Marsden, and frustrations with subtitle handling in multilingual shows.
At NAB in Las Vegas, Chris McNamara, Senior Technical Marketing Specialist for Elgato gave us a tour of their latest tools for creators and broadcasters. That tour included new variations on the super-popular Stream, a new mic and XLR interface, a new touchscreen display, and more. If you’re doing production, you need to be aware of these products.
https://youtu.be/928Mog_u2OA An online furor over the upcoming Spider-Man movie brings the issue of AI companions to the fore, along with broader concerns about celebrity likenesses, trademarks, and legal protections. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brian...
The MacVoices Live! panel discuss privacy, AI, and digital trust, comparing Meta’s Instagram encryption rollback with Apple’s RCS encryption in Messages. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, and Jeff Gamet also examine an AI lawsuit involving a chatbot posing as a doctor, plus AI customer service, Apple Wallet, and user trust in technology.
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