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MacVoices #24300: Kirk McElhearn Takes Control of Apple Media Apps (1)

The latest Take Control Books release comes from Kirk McElhearn. Take Control of Apple Media Apps covers Apple Music and Podcasts as well as The Apple TV and Books apps. Kirk talks about the evolution of this book and how an understanding of their similarities and the near-complete feature parity can help you get more out of them. Usability, rather than continuous feature introduction, has resulted in mature (in a good way) apps that let you use their content intuitively. The Apple TV app gets special attention in the discussion. (Part 1) 

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MacVoices #24291: Live – M4s and Virtualization, Investigating Microsoft, MDM

MacVoices #24291: Live – M4s and Virtualization, Investigating Microsoft, MDM

The MacVoices Live! panel looks at who the reports of the M4 chip’s problems with virtualization affect and why. Microsoft is in the crosshairs of a new FTC look into Microsoft’s business practices, and Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby share some of their experiences with products that are the focus of the investigation. Then we transition into a discussion of Mobile Device Management by both Apple and Microsoft and what they mean if you are using a machine owned by your employer. 

MacVoices #24290: Live! – iPhone Reboots, Apple Gives, Apple Takes

MacVoices #24290: Live! – iPhone Reboots, Apple Gives, Apple Takes

Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, and Web Bixby look at the unannounced feature that reboots iPhones after an extended period of inactivity, how they view it, and how law enforcement is seeing it. In the same vein, we look at what Apple is giving in the form of an also-unannounced improvement to their laptop screens, the new version of Final Cut, and new games for Apple Arcade. Apple is also taking away some features from  and what Apple is taking away some legacy machines in terms of support and repair options. The panel digs through all of that and more. 

MacVoices #24289: 2024 Holiday Gift Guide #4 (2)

MacVoices #24289: 2024 Holiday Gift Guide #4 (2)

The fourth MacVoices 2024 Holiday Gift Guide concludes with more picks from ”Pilot Pete” Harmon, Patrice Brend’Amour, and Chuck Joiner that involve clothing, computer hardware, a travel pick, and some leisure time items. (Part 2) 

MacVoices #24288: 2024 Holiday Gift Guide #4 (1)

MacVoices #24288: 2024 Holiday Gift Guide #4 (1)

”Pilot Pete” Harmon, Patrice Brend’Amour, and Chuck Joiner kick off the first part of MacVoices 2024 Holiday Gift Guide #4  with a wide range of picks, from expensive to stocking stuffers, books to audio, and more. (Part 1) 

MacVoices #24287: The First 10 Things You Should Do With Your Apple Vision Pro (2)

MacVoices #24287: The First 10 Things You Should Do With Your Apple Vision Pro (2)

This two-part Vision Pro Focus looks at more of the first things you should do with your new Apple Vision Pro. Some highlights of the discussion with Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, and Chuck Joiner include an immersive meditation app, virtual travel using the AVP, and some favorite games.. Video editing options, a “social virtual card game” and immersive sports content round out the list. 

MacVoices #24286: The First 10 Things You Should Do With Your Apple Vision Pro (1)

MacVoices #24286: The First 10 Things You Should Do With Your Apple Vision Pro (1)

This episode of Vision Pro Focus, our project in conjunction with Vision Pro Files, features a discussion of “The First 10 Things You Should Do With Your Apple Vision Pro.” Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, and MacVoices host Chuck Joiner start off with some of the basics and why they are so influential to future AVP experiences both recreational and productive. Then we dig into some of those options in both categories that should among your first explorations. (Part 1) 

MacVoices #24285: MacVoices Update 2024-11

MacVoices #24285: MacVoices Update 2024-11

The November 2024 MacVoices Update arrives a day late due to the holidays, and covers a variety of topics. Chuck talks about a new feature being tried out on the MacVoices web site, the many different ways to access the annual MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide picks, and an explanation of some schedule juggling. We wrap with a reminder about MacVoices Magazine, the Support Report, and why we structure the name recognition of our Patrons the way we do. 

MacVoices #24284: 2024 Holiday Gift Guide #3 (2)

MacVoices #24284: 2024 Holiday Gift Guide #3 (2)

The second half of the 2024 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #3 got a little crazy as  Rosemary Orchard and Jeff Gamet took off on a side discussion about various options for one of Jeff’s picks, while David Ginsburg and Chuck Joiner stuck with the regular format. All told, a good time was had with a whole both laughs and great gift picks. (Part 2) 

MacVoices #24283: 2024 Holiday Gift Guide #3 (1)

MacVoices #24283: 2024 Holiday Gift Guide #3 (1)

Our third 2024 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide features picks from Rosemary Orchard, Jeff Gamet, David Ginsburg, and Chuck Joiner. Some unusual non-tech picks are included, as well as several practical items that everyone should consider. (Part 1)

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Chuck Joiner, creator of MacVoices, has been producing original Apple, Macintosh, and tech-focused audio and video content since 2000. With expertise acquired through a background in insurance investigation, negotiation, and litigation management, Chuck’s curiosity-driven content aims to inform and entertain.

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