MacVoices #25312: Jeff Carlson Takes Control of Apple Watch (1)
Thinking of giving or getting an Apple Watch for the holidays? You need to hear Jeff Carlson discuss the new edition of Take Control of Apple Watch, Sixth Edition. Jeff talks about the latest Apple Watch lineup and watchOS 26 and deciding when an upgrade makes sense. He compares Series 10, Series 11, Ultra 3, and SE models, emphasizing real-world differences, longevity, and value. Evolving health features, everyday usability improvements, and subtle interface enhancements all go factor in that decision-making process.
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Due to a schedule conflict, MacVoices Live! will be dark on 2024-11-05, but will return on 2024-11-12 at the usual time, 8 PM ET, 5 PM PT.
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In Touch with iOS 330 – New Macs Which Will We Buy? iOS 18.1 Features The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave, he is joined by guest Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet. We start by analyzing Apple’s quarterly earnings, revealing a $95 billion revenue with a...
Essential Listening: The Checklist #397: Stormy Forecast and Security Updates
I have immense respect for pretty much everything Ken Ray does, and The Checklist by SecureMac is no different. Ken helps us keep up with the latest security threats and how to avoid them in simple, ease-to-use, easy-to understand language free from the techie talk (or at least as much as possible). This is a security podcast that anyone can understand and send along to less tech-inclined friends.
New Favorite Weather App: Looks Like Rain
There are lots of weather apps out there and I feel like I’ve tried them all.
I’m not a meteorologist, so I really don’t need all the information that so many apps want to display. No flashy graphics necessary. Simple is better. Just give me the day’s and week’s temperatures and chances of rain and I’m happy. That’s why Looks Like Rain by THINKBITZ has found a place on the Home Screen of my iPhone.
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MacVoices #25175: Road to Macstock – Marty and Will Jencius
In a first for both The Road to Macstock and Macstock Conference and Expo itself, Marty Jencius and his son Will Jencius team up for a father-son presentation on travel tech, inspired by their podcast Gear Up and Go. They share how tech frustrations while traveling sparked the idea, how two generations bring different perspectives to gear choices, and what attendees can expect from their interactive, audience-involving session.
MacVoices #25174: Live! – The App Store Saves Billions, iPad Repairs, and Apple’s Gaming Move
The MacVoices Live! panel discusses Apple’s claims of saving users billions through App Store fraud prevention, questioning the methods and statistics behind the figures. They explore the implications for developers, consumer safety, and legal battles like Epic. Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, and Jeff Gamet also cover the new self-repair option for iPads, skepticism over third-party repairs, and Apple’s acquisition of the game developer behind Sneaky Sasquatch—hinting at a potential new direction in Apple’s gaming strategy.
MacVoices #25173: Road to Macstock – Kirschen Seah
In this Road to Macstock Conference and Expo conversation we welcome longtime speaker Kirschen Seah to discuss her upcoming session, Passkeys Demystified. Kirschen explains the promise of passkeys as a more secure, user-friendly alternative to passwords, and why adoption has been slower than expected. She shares insights into how passkeys work using public key cryptography, addresses common concerns about biometric data, and outlines how password managers like Apple Keychain and 1Password integrate with the system. With real-world scenarios and practical examples, Kirschen aims to help attendees confidently adopt passkeys and understand the evolving standards behind them.
MacVoices #25172: Live! – Stolen iPhones, Living with AI, Ive and Altman
https://youtu.be/ntG1-jDIuOk Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, and Web Bixby discuss the black market for stolen iPhones, focusing on how...
MacVoices #25171: Road to Macstock – Mike Schmitz
Mike Schmitz returns to the Road to Macstock Conference and Expo to discuss his session, “Think Different: Using AI as Your Creative Copilot.” He explains how he uses AI not to automate the end product, but to enhance the early stages of the creative process—particularly brainstorming and idea generation. By reframing “hallucinations” as sparks of inspiration, Mike shares how large language models help overcome creative bottlenecks, reduce friction, and support consistency without sacrificing originality. He also highlights specific tools that allow independent creators to scale their reach more effectively and thoughtfully.
MacVoices #25169: A Developers’ Eye Perspective from MacPaw (1)
Senior Software Engineer Serhii Popov and Product Manager Pavlo Haidamak, both of MacPaw, offer an inside look at how CleanMyMac is built with user trust, transparency, and security at the forefront. They discuss how evolving regulations like GDPR and Apple’s system restrictions have changed the way software is developed, tested, and updated. The conversation explores balancing user control with ease of use, why informed permission requests matter, and how user feedback directly shapes product improvements. With examples from their own workflows and challenges, they highlight what it means to build responsible software in an age of heightened privacy concerns.0:09 Introduction to MacPaw’s Perspective (Part 1)
MacVoices #25168: NAB Show 2025 Wrap-Up with Terry Morgan and Caroline Scott of Luma Touch
We wrap up our NAB Show 2025 coverage with Terry Morgan and Caroline Scott of Luma Touch, who share insights on how AI is being integrated into video editing without stifling creativity. While AI offers efficiency, concerns remain about homogenized content and the loss of personal storytelling. They emphasize the importance of editorial choices that bring emotion and uniqueness, warning against over-reliance on AI-generated results.
MacVoices #25167: Road to Macstock Live! with Mike Potter
Conference organizer Mike Potter joins us for a special live Road to Macstock Conference and Expo update on the news at the one-month-and-counting mark. Updates include an extended hotel block, session updates, and community-focused surprises. He explains how the “hallway track” and casual meetups define the event’s spirit, while new tech upgrades promise smoother production. Attendees can expect workshops, evening mixers, and the return of the Mac Geek Gab live show—all fostering connection and creativity.
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