2023 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide

Dec 19, 2023

Six different panels contributed to the 2023 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide, including panel members:

  • David Ginsburg
  • Mike T. Rose
  • Jeff Gamet
  • Mike Schmitz
  • Rosemary Orchard
  • Joe Kissell
  • Brett Terpstra
  • Mark Fuccio
  • Patrice Brend’amour
  • Wally Cherwinski
  • Brian Flanigan-Arthurs
  • Bart Busschots
  • “Pilot Pete” Harmon
  • Charles Edge
  • Kelly Guimont
  • Kirk McElhearn
  • Chuck Joiner

David Ginsburg’s Picks:

Anker Power Bank, 24,000mAh Portable Charger 65W Battery Pack
https://amzn.to/47xfvWw

Sonos Move – Battery-Powered Smart Speaker
https://amzn.to/3SEyXwg

Sonos Move 2
https://amzn.to/3QKxe66

 

Jeff Gamet’s Picks:

The Mysteries Hardcover by Bill Watterson (Author), Bill Watterson and John Kascht (Illustrator) 
https://amzn.to/3QWiemC

Raspberry Pi 4 Model B 2019 Quad Core 64 Bit WiFi Bluetooth (4GB)
https://amzn.to/40Az1yW

Raspberry Pi 5
https://www.raspberrypi.com/products/raspberry-pi-5/

 

Mike T. Rose’s Picks:

Rothco Vintage Canvas Tech Bag 
https://amzn.to/47Ane6d

Rolling Square, inCharge XL, 6-in-1 Multi Charging Cable, 100W Ultra-Fast Charging Power, 6.5ft/2m, Summit Yellow 
https://amzn.to/46t2cWd

Rolling Square inCharge X Portable Keychain Charger Cable, 6-in-1 Multi Charging Cable with 100W Ultra-Fast Charging Power, Lava Black 
https://amzn.to/3sGS3XM

Rolling Square Aircard – Bluetooth Card Sized GPS Tracker with Business Card NFC/QR Code & Find My Network Compatibility – 2.2mm Super Thin
https://amzn.to/49yeHSZ

 

Chuck Joiner’s Picks:

Apple Watch Series 9 
https://amzn.to/3QY4bNG

Apple’s Crash Detection saves another life: mine 
https://appleinsider.com/articles/23/11/04/apples-crash-detection-saves-another-life-mine

Twinkly Strings App Controlled 157 Feet Smart Christmas Lights with 600 RGB LEDs and Green Wire for Indoor and Outdoor Decorative Lighting 
https://amzn.to/3ueqYfc

MacVoices #20074: CES – Twinkly Takes Holiday Lights to the Next Level
https://www.macvoices.com/macvoices-20074-ces-twinkly-takes-holiday-lights-to-the-next-level/

MacVoices #23038: CES – Twinkly Introduces Tiles, New Software, and Gamer Support
https://www.macvoices.com/macvoices-23038-ces-twinkly-introduces-tiles-new-software-and-gamer-support/

 

Rosemary Orchard’s Picks:

Mous Case for iPhone 15 Pro Max MagSafe Compatible – Limitless 5.0 – Speckled Black Fabric – Protective iPhone 15 Pro Max Case – Shockproof Phone Cover
https://amzn.to/3QAcNIO

Mous – Phone Lanyard Crossbody with Detachable Wrist Strap – Purple
https://amzn.to/3QIzUkm

MOFT MagSafe Wallet Stand for iPhone 15/14/13/12 Series MagSafe Compatible Phone Stand with 3 Viewing Angles
https://amzn.to/47fWFTR

 

Mike Schmitz’ Picks:

Opal Tadpole – 4K Webcam with a Clip, Built for Laptops. 4K Sensor, VisiMic Directional Microphones, Works on Mac, PC and Tablets
https://amzn.to/47xky9l

Getaway Packs
https://getaway.house/packs/

 

Joe Kissell’s Picks:

Loop Quiet Ear Plugs for Noise Reduction – Super Soft, Reusable Hearing Protection in Flexible Silicone for Sleep, Noise Sensitivity
https://amzn.to/49EhdXH

Loop Switch Ear Plugs
https://us.loopearplugs.com/products/switch?variant=45556674429161

Magic Spoon Cereal
https://magicspoon.com

Chuck Joiner’s Picks:

Insta360 Link – PTZ 4K Webcam with 1/2? Sensor, AI Tracking, Gesture Control, HDR, Noise-Canceling Microphones, Specialized Modes, Webcam for Laptop, Video Camera for Video Calls, Live Streaming
https://amzn.to/47ganGv

Desk Clamp Power Strip Individual Switches, JUNNUJ 6 Outlet 800J Surge Protector Clamp Desktop Removable Table Desk Mount Socket
https://amzn.to/47hCFjO

 

Brett Terpstra’s Picks:

ShiftCam SnapGrip – Mobile Battery Grip with Wireless Shutter Button – Magnetic Mount Snaps on to Any Phone – Built in Powerbank with Qi Wireless Charging – Tabletop Dock
https://amzn.to/46pFKgE

CapGrip II Smartphone Camera Grip Holder w Remote Control Shutter 1/4? Tripod Mount Phone Clip
https://amzn.to/3T1oyuT

Kasa Smart Plug Mini 15A, Apple HomeKit Supported, Smart Outlet Works with Siri, Alexa & Google Home, UL Certified, App Control, Scheduling, Timer, 2.4G WiFi Only, 4-Pack
https://amzn.to/3MGQQGH

Elgato Stream Deck Pedal – Hands-Free Studio Controller, 3 macro footswitches, trigger actions in apps and software
https://amzn.to/40DCL2J

Elgato USB-C Stream Deck +, Audio Mixer, Production Console and Studio Controller for Content Creators, Streaming, Gaming, with Customizable Touch Strip dials and LCD Keys
https://amzn.to/3ug3Nkx

 

Mark Fuccio’s Picks:

Flume 2 Smart Home Water Monitor & Water Leak Detector: Detect Water Leaks Before They Cause Damage. Monitor Your Water Use to Reduce Waste & Save Money. Installs in Minutes, No Plumbing Required
https://amzn.to/47elUWQ

SAMSUNG Type-C™ USB Flash Drive, 256GB, Transfers 4GB Files in 11 Secs w/Up to 400MB/s 3.13 Read Speeds, Compatible w/USB 3.0/2.0, Waterproof
https://amzn.to/3G8JV5r

 

Patrice Brend’amour’s Picks:

Western Digital 16TB WD Gold Enterprise Class Internal Hard Drive 
https://amzn.to/47euULD

Nanoleaf Essentials Matter Bluetooth & Thread Smart LED Lightstrip 200? Smarter Kit (5m) – RGB & Whites, Controller, App & Voice Control (Works with Apple Home, Google Home, Samsung SmartThings)
https://amzn.to/3sAOrqj


Chuck Joiner’s Picks:

Elgato Stream Deck XL – Advanced Studio Controller, 32 macro keys, trigger actions in apps and software
https://amzn.to/3SCHtfc

Smart Light Bulb, meross Smart WiFi LED Bulbs Compatible with Apple HomeKit, Siri, Alexa, Google Assistant and SmartThings, Dimmable E26 Multicolor 2700K-6500K RGBWW, 900 Lumens 60W Equivalent, 4 Pack
https://amzn.to/3syrWCz

Flame King YSNPQ810CGA Propane Torch Weed Burner with Integrated Lighter
https://amzn.to/40WD1dv

amFilm Easiest Installation OneTouch for iPhone 15 Pro Max [6.7 Inch] Screen Protector Tempered Glass + Camera Lens Protector, Auto-Alignment Tech, Bubble Free, Case Friendly, Anti-Scratch
https://amzn.to/3MMLk5L

amFilm (2 Pack for iPad Pro 12.9 (2022, 2021, 2020, 2018) Glass Screen Protector for iPad Pro 12.9 inch, Tempered Glass, Ultra Sensitive, Face ID and Apple Pencil Compatible
https://amzn.to/3ug7U0a

 

Bart Busschots’ Picks:

Twelve South TimePorter Wall Mount Display for Apple Watch Bands | Watch Band Holder Works with All Apple Watch Bands, Connect Several for Larger Collection Displays 
https://amzn.to/46hmrGd

Wahoo TICKR FIT Heart Rate Armband 
https://amzn.to/3ulybKz

 

Wally Cherwinski’s Picks:

Travel Power Strip – TROND 4 Outlets 4 USB Charger(2 USB C) with 3.3FT Wrapped Short Extension Cord Flat Plug, USB Portable Desktop Charging Station, Compact for Hotel Travel Cruise Essentials
https://amzn.to/3R62aiw

Dual Wireless Microphone for iPhone iPad, Professional Wireless Lavalier Microphone for Video Recording, Clip On Lapel Mic
https://amzn.to/3sEeddq

Brian Flanigan-Arthurs’ Picks:

Apple AirTag 4 Pack 
https://amzn.to/46mIjQj

Macstock Digital Pass
https://macstockconferenceandexpo.com/product/macstock-vii-digital-pass/

 

Chuck Joiner’s Picks:

Backblaze Online Backups

SetApp – Dozens of apps. One subscription.

 

Pete Harmon’s Picks:

RobinsBirdbrain Designs
https://robinsbirdbraindesigns.com/

The Angel of Christmas Paperback by Roger Blair Johnson 
https://amzn.to/3sYimJn

Charles Edge’s Picks:

WEEDO Tina2 3D Printers, Fully Assembled and Auto Leveling Mini 3D Printers for Kids and Beginners, Removable Plateform, Small Enclosed FDM 3D Printers
https://amzn.to/4803r05

MEATER Plus: Long Range Wireless Smart Meat Thermometer with Bluetooth Booster | for BBQ, Oven, Grill, Kitchen, Smoker, Rotisserie | iOS & Android App
https://amzn.to/4189uxj

Kelly Guimont’s Picks:

Ultralite Sacks
https://ultralitesacks.com/

humangear GoTubb 
https://amzn.to/3t2v0Hi

Waterfield Air Caddy 
https://www.sfbags.com/products/air-caddy


Chuck Joiner’s Picks:

OWC Thunderbolt Dual Displayport Adapter, Dual displays up to 4K @ 60Hz, Single display up to 8K @ 30Hz, 2 DisplayPort 1.4 ports, Compatible with Mac and PC Thunderbolt (USB-C) devices, cable included
https://amzn.to/47Dv7Id

Afterplug 2-Pocket Pouch for Laptop with Reusable Adhesive, for Portable External SSD 
https://amzn.to/3R0Xedo

USB C Extension Cable 1FT, Type C Extender Cord USB 3.1(10Gbps) Male to Female Right Angle Fast Charging Cable Compatible 
https://amzn.to/46H7LQP

 

Kirk McElhearn’s Picks:

Rode DS2 Mic Stand
https://amzn.to/41FKo9z

https://rode.com/en/accessories/stands-bars/ds2

Rode PodMic Cardioid Dynamic Broadcast Microphone 
https://amzn.to/3va4jkr

Logitech MX Master 3S – Wireless Performance Mouse 
https://amzn.to/3RrBwzj

Dyson Purifier Hot+Cool™ HP07 Air Purifier, Heater, and Fan 
https://amzn.to/3TqRWe0

Chuck Joiner’s Picks:

Rode Procaster Broadcast Dynamic Vocal Microphone
https://amzn.to/4ap1rAA

Catalyst Waterproof Special Edition Case for AirPods Pro (1st and 2nd Gen) Wireless and USB-C Charging Compatible
https://amzn.to/3NRNIbZ

STM MagArm – MagSafe Accessory – Mount iPhone on Laptop or Monitor
https://amzn.to/481FrKo