The final Holiday Gift Guide segment wraps the year with standout practical picks: a portable Philips Hue Go smart lamp, TSA-friendly multi-tools (including an everyday-carry barrette), an Anker MagGo 3-in-1 charging station to reduce cable clutter, and Type It For Me 7 for fast text expansion. Travel gets attention too with a compact airplane phone mount for comfortable movie watching on cramped flights.
This MacVoices Live! discussion opens with public service announcements about expanded Anker power bank recalls and Microsoft Authenticator password support—critical updates for user safety and data integrity. The penel honors the late Tim Robertson, a pioneering voice in the Apple community and early podcaster. Then, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Jim Rea debate Apple’s new App Store structure in the EU, examining the implications of tiered developer models, regulatory pressure, and whether Apple’s tight control over its platform is justified or overdue for reform. The group also weighs contrasting views on Epic’s Tim Sweeney, the role of government oversight, and what Apple’s strategic shifts might mean for users and developers alike.
This MacVoices Live! discussion starts off with three essential public service announcements: a major recall of Anker PowerCore batteries, warnings about malicious unsubscribe links in emails, and serious privacy concerns surrounding Meta’s AI assistant. The panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, and Marty Jencius emphasizes the importance of staying alert to avoid real-world risks. Jim Ray then shares a developer-focused perspective on WWDC, highlighting SwiftUI upgrades, AI integration in Xcode, and Apple’s new foundation models. He also reflects on a week filled with events, developer camaraderie, and why WWDC 2025 might have been one of the best weeks of his life.
The second part of the fifth MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide for 2024 has picks for Apple Watch enthusiasts, TV watchers, readers…and even scuba divers. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Brittany Smith, and Jim Rea join Chuck Joiner make the choices and explain why they love them. (Part 2)
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)
After Amazon Prime Day, Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, David Ginsburg, Mike Potter, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Web Bixby share some of the items that tempted them, and those they purchased. A PC emulator for iOS has been approved on the App Store, and the panel debates its significance for running old software and vintage games on iOS devices. Exploring technical aspects of emulation, the cover performance considerations and compatibility with different operating systems. Speculating on Apple’s motivations for approval, the conversation concludes with a reflection on the uses of emulation for accessing old software, playing classic games, and the impact on user experiences.
Our annual MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide series kicks off with ideas of things to give or get from David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Mike T. Rose, and host Chuck Joiner. From affordable to expensive, practical to less practical, there is something for everyone…and we’re just...
Selecting a power bank to keep your devices charged while on the go is simple right? Only if you do a little homework. Chuck Joiner covers some of the things you should consider when evaluating the many options out there, shares some of his favorites, and provides...
At The Digital Experience by Pepcom in Las Vegas, we fought our way to a very busy Anker booth to talk to Fadumo Abdirahman about their newest products, including a new Thunderbolt dock, a USB docking station and monitor stand, and a travel charger designed to keep...
Mike Potter, Patrice Brend’amour and Jim Rea wrap up the second part of the seventh, and last, MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide for 2022. They share some terrific last-minute picks that can make you a holiday hero no matter how late you shop. (Part 2) This edition of...
The 2022 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide features picks from Kirk McElhearn and Wally Cherwinsi, and run from books to iPhone accessories, Mac, iOS and iPad software to AirTags, audio choices to connectivity. And some surprises as well. MacVoices is supported by Rocket...
The second part of MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #4 with Brittany Smith, Mike Schmitz, and Joe Kissell finishes up with tech picks, health picks, book picks, and even a game pick. (Part 2) MacVoices is supported by Rocket Money. Cancel unwanted subscriptions today at...
The second part of MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #3 finishes up with Frederick Van Johnson, Bart Busschots, and Kelly Guimont selecting more video gear, more cooking gear, a software title, and more. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by our...
The second MacVoices Gift Guide wraps up as Charles Edge and Jeff Butts make their final selections, discuss Alexa vs. Siri, and dogs and cats. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available to silver, gold, and platinum Patrons of...
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