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MacVoices #26052: Showstoppers at CES – Birdbuddy Smart Bird Feeders Get Smarter

Feb 4, 2026 | CES

From CES 2026 at ShowStoppers in Las Vegas, Birdbuddy returns with major updates for smart birdwatching. Rhian Humphries, Senior PR Manager introduces Bird Buddy 2, featuring faster capture, an integrated solar panel, portrait or landscape viewing, expanded seed capacity, and AI recognition using both visuals and birdsong. For entry level users the new Bird Buddy 2 Mini brings the same core technology to a smaller, more affordable option.

MacVoices #26051: Live! – 25 years of Wikipedia and Where It Fits In An AI World

Feb 4, 2026 | MacVoices Live!

Wikipedia’s 25th anniversary sparked a discussion of its evolution as a research tool and how it compares with AI systems. The discussion by Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet explores academic attitudes toward Wikipedia, the need to teach responsible source verification, and how AI is reshaping classrooms and workplaces. The panel also debates whether AI truly boosts productivity and reacts to new ChatGPT subscription tiers that introduce ads.

MacVoices #26050: Showstoppers at CES – OWC’s New Cable and Creator Tools With More Storage

Feb 3, 2026 | CES

From CES 2026 and ShowStoppers in Las Vegas, OWC’s Founder and CEO Larry O’Connor spotlights new Thunderbolt 5 workflow gear for professionals. Highlights include the first certified 2-meter Thunderbolt 5 cable, massive-capacity ThunderBlade X12 storage up to 192TB, an 8TB bus-powered Envoy Ultra, a dock with dual 10G Ethernet plus 2.5G, and the new StudioSat hybrid NVMe/SATA solution with downstream Thunderbolt ports and USB-A.

MacVoices #26049: CES – Rolling Square Updates Hardware Products and Introduces A Camera

Feb 3, 2026 | CES

https://youtu.be/9O4xXh08PU4 In Las Vegas at CES 2026, Rolling Square showcases updates to its trackers, chargers, and modular cable system while debuting Await, a minimalist camera focused on intentional photography. Una Besirevic, Graphic & Marketing Designer; PR &...

MacVoices #26048: Live! – A Mobile App Store Shuts Down, Spotify Raises Prices, and AI and Art

Feb 3, 2026 | MacVoices Live!

This MacVoices Live! panel looks at the shutdown of a mobile app store experiment, Spotify’s latest price increase, and a wide-ranging debate over AI-generated music and art. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet consider a variety of factors for each, including user behavior, platform economics, artist compensation, and whether machine-generated content can truly be considered art, raising questions about creativity, intent, and how it all affects the future of media.

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MacVoices #26015: CES Unveiled – Fighting Email Overload with MAILVISTA

Jan 20, 2026 | CES

https://youtu.be/6KcIoJueIT8 At CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, Jessica Bay introduces MAILVISTA, a digital assistant designed to tame email overload. Jessica explains how the service organizes, prioritizes, and summarizes messages to highlight what truly matters. The...

MacVoices #26014: CES Unveiled – Skyted Keeps Private Conversations Private In Crowded Spaces

Jan 20, 2026 | CES

A CES Unveiled interview explores SkyTed’s newly available headset, a companion app that shows how far your voice carries, and a major aerospace partnership. The discussion highlights private communication in noisy environments and future plans for offices and call centers.

MacVoices #26013: CES Unveiled – Gesture-Based Control with Naqi Logix

Jan 20, 2026 | CES

A CES Unveiled discussion introduces Naqi, a wearable controller that enables hands-free input through subtle finger and hand movements. The conversation highlights accessibility benefits, productivity use cases, and how gesture-based control can complement traditional keyboards and pointing devices.

MacVoices #26012: CES Unveiled – Targus’ Voyager Backpack and Hyper’s Next USB 4 Enclosure

Jan 19, 2026 | CES

A CES Unveiled conversation explores new travel-ready gear from Targus and Hyper, including a modular backpack, portable docking stations for multi-display setups, and an innovative enclosure that boosts laptop storage, speed, and AI performance without replacing the computer.

MacVoices #26011: Live! – Apple’s Key Product Performance, Ford Supports CarPlay, and The Macalope Validates

Jan 19, 2026 | MacVoices Live!

data-driven discussion reviews Apple’s product performance across major categories, examines the impact of Apple silicon on Mac sales, and explores Ford’s decision to continue supporting CarPlay. Market metrics, consumer expectations, and light cultural reflections round out a thoughtful year-end conversation.

MacVoices #26010: CES Unveiled – HOVERAir Expands Its Line with a Waterproof Drone

Jan 16, 2026 | CES

https://youtu.be/tX4n-dSQYEc At CES Unveiled, HOVERAir showed off the Aqua, a first-of-its-kind self-flying action camera designed for use on land and water. Morgan Alexander outlined its waterproof design, 4K video, sub-250g weight, and unique snorkel mode that...

MacVoices #26009: CES Unveiled – Shure Updates the MV88 Mic for USB-C

Jan 16, 2026 | CES

Shure’s T unveils the new MV88 microphone at CES Unveiled 2026, highlighting its dual-capsule stereo design, USB-C support, and smart app controls. Built for iPhone and mobile creators, the rugged mic delivers clean, adjustable audio for podcasts, video, and field recording in almost any environment.

MacVoices #26008: Live! – Was Spotify’s Music Stolen or Archived?

Jan 15, 2026 | MacVoices Live!

Is Spotify archiving culture or exploiting it? This episode explores the ethics of music streaming, artist compensation, and global access to creative works. From libraries and licensing models to video game preservation, the panel debates how digital culture should be shared, protected, and passed on to future generations.

MacVoices #26007: CES Unveiled – Govee Shows Off AI-Driven Lighting and Smart Appliances

Jan 14, 2026 | CES

At CES Unveiled 2026, Matthew Ungar, Marketing Manager for Govee shows off the company’s newest smart lighting and home innovations. Highlights include LumaBlend Plus for richer color control, dynamic ceiling lights that mimic natural skies, an AI lighting assistant, and a nugget ice maker designed to bring restaurant-style convenience into the home.

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MacVoices #26052: Showstoppers at CES – Birdbuddy Smart Bird Feeders Get Smarter

MacVoices #26051: Live! – 25 years of Wikipedia and Where It Fits In An AI World

MacVoices #26050: Showstoppers at CES – OWC’s New Cable and Creator Tools With More Storage

MacVoices #26049: CES – Rolling Square Updates Hardware Products and Introduces A Camera

MacVoices #26048: Live! – A Mobile App Store Shuts Down, Spotify Raises Prices, and AI and Art

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MacVoices #26015: CES Unveiled – Fighting Email Overload with MAILVISTA

MacVoices #26014: CES Unveiled – Skyted Keeps Private Conversations Private In Crowded Spaces

MacVoices #26013: CES Unveiled – Gesture-Based Control with Naqi Logix

MacVoices #26012: CES Unveiled – Targus’ Voyager Backpack and Hyper’s Next USB 4 Enclosure

MacVoices #26011: Live! – Apple’s Key Product Performance, Ford Supports CarPlay, and The Macalope Validates

MacVoices #26010: CES Unveiled – HOVERAir Expands Its Line with a Waterproof Drone

MacVoices #26009: CES Unveiled – Shure Updates the MV88 Mic for USB-C

MacVoices #26008: Live! – Was Spotify’s Music Stolen or Archived?

MacVoices #26007: CES Unveiled – Govee Shows Off AI-Driven Lighting and Smart Appliances

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