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MacVoices #25085 – Live! – Arctic Surfing on Vision Pro, Photoshop on iPhone

Mar 5, 2025 | MacVoices Live!

Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Mark Fuccio explore the increasing frequency of immersive video content for Apple Vision Pro, highlighting a new Arctic Surfing experience. The panel discusses its effectiveness, the evolution of spatial video, and potential smart home integrations for deeper immersion. They also debate Adobe’s long-awaited Photoshop release for iPhone, weighing its professional utility, subscription model, and integration with Creative Cloud against existing mobile editing tools.

MacVoices #25084: Live! – Apple Invests In The US, Apple News+ Cooks, AI on the Vision Pro

Mar 4, 2025 | MacVoices Live!

Apple’s ongoing investments in U.S. manufacturing, enhancements to Apple News+, and Apple Intelligence on Vision Pro were the topics on this MacVoices Live!. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Mark Fucciol discussed Apple’s $500 billion commitment to U.S. facilities, clarifying that it aligns with long-term plans rather than a new shift. Apple News+’s new recipe and restaurant features were praised for adding value, while the iPhone 16e’s missing ultra-wideband and MagSafe raised concerns. Lastly, Vision Pro’s Apple Intelligence beta left panelists eager for more promised features in April.

MacVoices #25083: Live! – Apple Takes A Different Tack On UK iCloud Backdoor

Mar 3, 2025 | MacVoices Live!

Apple’s response to the UK government’s demand for an iCloud backdoor is the topic of discussion on this episode of MacVoices Live!. The panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Mark Fuccio examine Apple’s decision to remove end-to-end encryption for iCloud backups in the UK, analyzing whether it was a strategic move to avoid compliance or a broader privacy concern. The implications of government access to user data, the role of Advanced Data Protection (ADP), and whether UK citizens are aware of or reacting to these changes are all at issue. The conversation also highlights how encryption complexities often leave average users vulnerable due to lack of awareness or technical expertise.

MacVoices #25082: MacVoices Update – 2025-02

Feb 28, 2025 | Updates

In the MacVoices Update for February 2025, Chuck recaps the CES coverage, highlighting 51 interviews and the importance of speaking directly with product creators. He shares updates on MacVoices Live, emphasizing its non-partisan approach to tech commentary and reminds listeners of the many ways to access MacVoices content. Chuck also covers MacVoices Magazine, a curated Flipboard collection of Apple-related tips. The Update wraps with the Support Report and an extra thank you to our Patreon supporters.

MacVoices #25081: CES 2025 Wrap-Up with Norbert Frassa

Feb 27, 2025 | CES

Chuck Joiner and Norbert Frassa wrap up the MacVoices coverage of CES 2025. Chuck highlights the 51 interviews conducted during the event, discussing the challenges of navigating the show floor, press events, and exhibitor booths. Norbert, usually behind the camera, shares insights into the gear used for interviews, as well as the strategies for managing audio and video quality amid the chaos of CES. The discussion provides a behind-the-scenes look at the planning and effort required, including pre-show research, strategic scheduling, and on-the-ground adaptability.

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MacVoices #24163: Road to Macstock – Brett Terpstra of BrettTerpstra.com

Jun 20, 2024 | MacVoices Live!

On The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo, Brett Terpstra shares some insights about his session on email management strategies. Brett emphasizes the enduring significance of email and will provide tips for efficient organization without complex scripting. While he will focus on what can be done within a given email client, there will also be mentions of third-party tools to assist.. Brett also discusses his projects, such as Bunch and nvUltra, along with his hobby of crafting demotivational inspirations.

MacVoices #24162: An AirTag Success Story, Google Privacy, and a Pushy Copilot

Jun 19, 2024 | MacVoices Live!

Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs take on a range of topics, from AirTag’s successful tool recovery to Google’s privacy issues and Microsoft’s AI integration. We explore the pros and cons of AI advancements, while considering privacy, job security, and the broader impact of AI in daily life. We look at the automation trend in industries like fast-food chains and supermarkets and the importance of striking a balance between AI utilization for productivity gains and preserving human judgment and values in decision-making processes.

MacVoices #24161: Road to Macstock – David Ginsburg of In Touch with iOS

Jun 19, 2024 | Events

David Ginsburg of InTouch with iOS discusses his presentation at the upcoming Macstock Conference and Expo, emphasizing networking and community among Apple and tech enthusiasts. David previews his presentation on Apple services, covering Apple One, iCloud, Apple TV+, Apple Music, Apple News, Apple Arcade, Apple Card, and Apple Care, to name more than a few. He outlines Apple services from various perspectives and tease surprises for the event to engage the audience. The importance of services for Apple from the business perspective and the evolution of their offerings are also part of the discussion.

MacVoices #24160: NAB – Glen Mulcahy on Journalistic Responsibility and AI Manipulation of Information

Jun 18, 2024 | NAB

To wrap up our NAB 2024 coverage, we talked to Glen Mulcahy about his many activities – collaborations with Tilta and LumaTouch, as well as his training work at the CNN Academy preparing journalists for election coverage using mobile technology.He emphasized the need for responsible journalism in the digital era, particularly in combating disinformation and AI manipulation during significant election years. The conversation explores AI-driven disinformation campaigns and ethical dilemmas in leveraging social media algorithms, stressing the importance of proactive measures to safeguard against manipulation. Glenn also showed off a new modular rig from Tilta for mobile filmmaking that he provided input on.

MacVoices #24159: Road to Macstock – Dave Hamilton of Mac Geek Gab

Jun 18, 2024 | Events

Our next stop on The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo is a conversation with Dave Hamilton of Mac Geek Gab. Dave will be giving attendees a look behind the curtain at his podcast workflow emphasizing efficiency and leveraging technology for productivity. Dave and Chuck both underscore the welcoming atmosphere, networking opportunities, and learning experiences at Macstock.

MacVoices #24158: NAB – Insta360’s Ground-breaking X4 360-Degree 8K Action Cam

Jun 17, 2024 | NAB

At NAB in Las Vegas, Michael Shabun, Vice President, Business Development & Marketing at Insta360 North America talks to us shortly after the announcement of the new Insta360 X4. This feature-packed action camera boasts 8K resolution and an AI 5NM chip for in-camera image processing. It bridges the gap between 360-degree cameras and traditional single-lens cameras, providing commercial-grade quality. Edit the results with their mobile app for seamless footage reframing, empowering users with creative editing control using the phone’s gyroscope. The camera boasts improved battery life of up to 135 minutes and a host of other features.

MacVoices #24157: TV+ Talk – Apple TV+ Gets WWDC Keynote Time

Jun 14, 2024 | TV+ Talk

Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner review the Apple TV+ announcements at Apple Worldwide Developer Conference keynote, focusing on the service’s quality-driven strategy and user interface compared to other streaming services. Shows present and future, including Loot, Shrinking, Franklin, and Manhunt were discussed, and a shift towards situational comedies explored. All this content leads to the need for an effective time management plan to watch.

MacVoices #24156: MVL – Humane Pin Seeks A Buyer; Microsoft AI Screenshots

Jun 14, 2024 | MacVoices Live!

Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Guy Serle, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Kelly Guimont, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs examine the efforts by Humane Pin to sell the company for substantial amounts of money, and how that reflects on the company’s founding, investor motivations, and wearable technology interests. To wrap up, the panel looks at Microsoft’s Recall and concerns surrounding privacy and data security, comparing it to other monitoring apps and highlighting potential risks. Recall’s collection of personal information without user consent, our doubts about data security and user control and contrasting Microsoft’s Recall rollout with Apple’s practices conclude the discussion.

MacVoices #24155 – Road to Macstock – Brian Flanigan-Arthurs On Managing Streaming Sports

Jun 13, 2024 | Events

Our trip down the Road to Macstock Conference and Expo takes us to first-time presenter Brian Flanigan-Arthurs. His unique presentation will discuss navigating sports content in the Apple ecosystem as a cord-cutter. The challenges and advantages of accessing sports content without traditional cable subscriptions, the changing landscape of sports streaming, and the complexities of in-market and out-of-market teams. The delivery of live sports coverage is evolving; Brian’s session will help guide you through your strategy to watch what you want to watch.

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