MacVoices #25322: Kirk McElhearn Takes Control of Apple Media Apps (1)
Kirk McElhern discusses the latest edition of Take Control of Apple Media Apps, covering what’s new—and what isn’t—in Music, TV, Podcasts, and Books. He critiques the “Liquid Glass” look, notes small updates like AutoMix and pinned items, and argues the apps have reached maturity. The conversation includes accessibility issues, managing personal video libraries, and why Spotify’s appeal isn’t just playlists. (Part 1)
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