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MacVoices #25234: Live – Apple’s ‘Awe Dropping’ Event Discussion (Part 1)

MacVoices #25234: Live – Apple’s ‘Awe Dropping’ Event Discussion (Part 1)

Sep 10, 2025 |

The panel breaks down Apple’s latest event, highlighting new AirPods with live translation, heart rate monitoring, better noise cancellation, and fitness tracking. They also explore updates to the Apple Watch lineup, including the affordable SE3 and the powerful Ultra 3. With insights on trade-ins, sleep tracking quirks, and upgrade choices, the group weighs which new devices are worth the investment.

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MacVoices #25233: Live! – TypePad Departs, MacSurfer Returns

MacVoices #25233: Live! – TypePad Departs, MacSurfer Returns

Sep 9, 2025 |

A PSA on TypePad’s shutdown leads to a bigger question: does a curated Apple-news hub still matter today? The panel explores MacSurfer’s beta return, comparing classic aggregation with modern RSS workflows (NetNewsWire, Feedly), topic vs site organization, search value, and daily cadence. Nostalgia meets practicality as they assess how curation shapes what we read—and what we might miss.

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MacVoices #25232: Live! – Replacing Facebook

MacVoices #25232: Live! – Replacing Facebook

Sep 8, 2025 |

The panel explores whether platforms like Discord, Reddit, Mastodon, or Blue Sky could realistically replace Facebook’s role in community groups. They weigh generational challenges, user adoption barriers, and compare these shifts to Zoom’s rapid rise during the pandemic. The discussion closes with predictions for Apple’s upcoming September event and reflections on privacy, usability, and platform loyalty.

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MacVoices #25231: The Macstock IX Digital Pass with Mike Potter

MacVoices #25231: The Macstock IX Digital Pass with Mike Potter

Sep 5, 2025 |

Mike Potter details the MacStock IX Digital Pass—three days of workshops and sessions captured with upgraded production, complete with slides and bonus moments. An early audio issue was fixed in post, and all content streams online for on-demand viewing. Attendees already have access; others can purchase the pass, download the schedule, and start watching. Plus: a teaser for MacStock X, July 10–12, 2026.

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MacVoices #25230: Live! – Intel Investment Debate and Bluesky’s Mississippi Exit

MacVoices #25230: Live! – Intel Investment Debate and Bluesky’s Mississippi Exit

Sep 4, 2025 |

The U.S. government’s $8.9 billion stake in Intel sparks debate over national security, bailouts, and political precedent. The panel also explores Intel’s struggles, the CHIPS Act, and global competition. In a separate discussion, Blue Sky’s decision to leave Mississippi highlights the growing clash between privacy concerns and strict age-verification laws in social media.

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MacVoices #25129: Live! – Roku’s Aggressive Advertising, Implications of a Cheaper Vision Pro

MacVoices #25129: Live! – Roku’s Aggressive Advertising, Implications of a Cheaper Vision Pro

May 7, 2025 |

The MacVoices Live! panel critiques Roku’s intrusive ad tactics, including pop-ups during device startup, and debates the value of a cheaper Apple Vision Pro. Concerns over marketing overload, branding fatigue, and the role of eye-display tech in mixed reality are explored. Humor, frustration, and insights collide as Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet group weighs tech advancement against user experience and consumer respect. 

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MacVoices #25128: NAB – Terri Morgan and Caroline Scott of Luma Touch

MacVoices #25128: NAB – Terri Morgan and Caroline Scott of Luma Touch

May 6, 2025 |

At NAB Show 2025, we connected with Terri Morgan, Co-Founder and Principle Designer and Caroline Scott, Content Creation Specialist, both from Luma Touch. Terry and Caroline about the joy and accessibility of mobile video editing using LumaFusion. Caroline shares her journey from broadcast journalism to training global storytellers. They discuss vertical video, evolving storytelling formats, and the creative freedom modern tools offer, making professional editing more approachable than ever. 

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MacVoices #25127: Live! – New Beats Pill Colors, Paying for Apple Intelligence, Open AI and Chrome, Perplexity vs. Siri

MacVoices #25127: Live! – New Beats Pill Colors, Paying for Apple Intelligence, Open AI and Chrome, Perplexity vs. Siri

May 5, 2025 |

Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, and Jim Rea explore the new Beats Pill speaker color exclusives at Target and Walmart, consider the value of paying for Apple Intelligence, and critique Siri’s limitations. Discussions turn to competing AI tools like Perplexity, ChatGPT, and Microsoft Copilot, comparing user experiences and privacy concerns. Apple’s privacy-first approach is praised, but its AI progress is a concern when viewed against its competition. 

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MacVoices #25126: Live! – Apple, The White House, Regulations, and Fines

MacVoices #25126: Live! – Apple, The White House, Regulations, and Fines

May 2, 2025 |

A panel member’s story highlights how the Apple Watch detected AFib, potentially saving a life and gaining medical validation. The panel then discusses Tim Cook’s role in securing tariff exemptions, raising ethical questions around corporate influence. EU fines against Apple also come under scrutiny by the panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, and Jim Rea, with debate over fairness, enforcement, and political motivation. Multiple perspectives explore the intersection of tech, policy, and accountability. 

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MacVoices #25125: NAB Show – OBSBOT Shows New Streaming Camera, The Tail 2

MacVoices #25125: NAB Show – OBSBOT Shows New Streaming Camera, The Tail 2

May 1, 2025 |

At NAB Show 2025, OBSBOT showcased the upgraded Tail 2 camera, featuring 5x optical and 12x total zoom, improved AI tracking, integrated I/O ports, and a rotating lens for full-resolution vertical video. It offers 4K60 video, six-hour battery life, and NDI support, making it a powerful all-in-one solution for mobile and studio streaming. 

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MacVoices #25124: Live! – Bluesky Checkmarks, iCloud Security, Easter Eggs, Google Cookies

MacVoices #25124: Live! – Bluesky Checkmarks, iCloud Security, Easter Eggs, Google Cookies

Apr 30, 2025 |

The MacVoices Live! panel discusses Blue Sky’s new checkmark system, the relevance of verification, and an iCloud lawsuit involving lost data due to advanced data protection. They highlight hidden Apple Easter eggs, debate Google’s reversal on cookie deprecation, and cover Vision Pro rumors. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, and Marty Jencius also touch on  cybersecurity practices and updates on upcoming tech events and projects. 

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MacVoices #25123: MacVoices Update 2025-04

MacVoices #25123: MacVoices Update 2025-04

Apr 29, 2025 |

The April 2025 update highlights new content from the NAB Show and recognition as a top computer podcast by MillionPodcasts. Upcoming plans include the Road to Macstock event and possible reductions in presence on lesser-used social media platforms.

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MacVoices #25122: NAB Show – Saramonic’s New Ultra Mic System

MacVoices #25122: NAB Show – Saramonic’s New Ultra Mic System

Apr 29, 2025 |

At NAB Show 2025, Saramonic introduced the Ultra 2.4 GHz wireless audio system, featuring 32-bit float recording, time code synchronization, IPX5 water resistance, and wide device compatibility. The Ultra offers exceptional range, direct app and touchscreen control, and camera presets, and optional Sony MI Shoe support for seamless digital audio. Joe Nassar, USA Brand Marketing Manager for Saramonic, delivers the tour.

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MacVoices #25121: Live! – Meta Vs. Apple Intelligence, Google Declared Monopoly…Again, Synology’s New Requirements

MacVoices #25121: Live! – Meta Vs. Apple Intelligence, Google Declared Monopoly…Again, Synology’s New Requirements

Apr 28, 2025 |

Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, and Web Bixby discuss discuss Meta blocking Apple Intelligence on iOS apps, raising concerns about AI platform restrictions and user privacy. The panel examines Google’s repeated monopoly rulings, its dominance in ad tech, and AI partnerships. Synology’s new policy requiring branded drives for high-end NAS devices sparks debate over user choice, costs, and alternatives. 

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