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MacVoices #26137: Road to Macstock – Chris Cooke

May 6, 2026 | Events

On The Road to MacStock, Chris Cooke returns as a speaker to discuss her upcoming presentation on inspiring others to read and how accessibility, reading technologies, and inclusive design all matter. Drawing from her experience teaching adults with vision loss, she explains how Apple’s accessibility features, Braille support, audiobooks, OCR, and customizable interfaces help people with visual, auditory, and learning challenges.

MacVoices #26136: Live! – More on Masimo v. Apple, The Enduring Power of the iPhone in the Age of AI

May 5, 2026 | MacVoices Live!

https://youtu.be/Y3rR59lXZT0 The MacVoices Live! panel reviews the latest on the evolving legal battle between Apple and Masimo, highlighting recent rulings favoring Apple while leaving key issues like blood oxygen features and damages unresolved. Chuck Joiner, David...

MacVoices #26134: Joe Kissell Takes Control of Apple Contacts (2)

May 4, 2026 | Take Control

https://youtu.be/lhNU6kVn1So Joe Kissell continues discussing Take Control of Apple Contacts, focusing on third-party app integration, outdated social media and messaging fields, and security concerns. He explains how apps can access contact data, why the Mac version...

MacVoices #26133: Joe Kissell Takes Control of Apple Contacts (1)

May 1, 2026 | Take Control

Joe Kissell discusses his brand new book, Take Control of Apple Contacts, explaining why a guide is needed despite the app’s app’s limitations. He outlines hidden features, confusing design choices, and workarounds for common frustrations like sharing contacts and managing duplicates. (1)

MacVoices #26132: MacVoices Update 2026-04

Apr 30, 2026 | Updates

The MacVoices Update for April 2026 reviews the week’s activity, including extensive coverage from NAB in Las Vegas and the growing accessibility of professional video tools. Chuck explains the temporary disruptions to live programming due to conflicting travel, outlines improvements to show notes and Patreon benefits, and thanks supporters.

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MacVoices #26110: David Pogue on 50 Years of Apple

Apr 1, 2026 | Interview

David Pogue discusses his new book, Apple: The First 50 Years, covering the inspiration behind it, the unusual format, and the research required to assemble its stories and images. The discussion explores Apple’s greatest turning points, quirky Steve Jobs anecdotes, unseen prototypes, and the company’s enduring mission. The conversation also looks at why Apple inspires such loyalty, scrutiny, and fascination across generations.

MacVoices #26109: MacVoices Update – 2026-03

Mar 31, 2026 | Updates

The March 2026 Update covers major changes across the show, including a new thumbnail system created with vibe coding, a move from Mailchimp to Kit for the Dispatch newsletter, and a new way to publish live show notes for viewers and patrons. Chuck also outlines schedule update, highlights the role of MacVoices Magazine, and thanks supporters whose contributions help keep everything moving forward.

MacVoices #26108: Kicking off The Road to Macstock with Mike Potter

Mar 30, 2026 | Events

The Road to MacStock Conference kicks off with organizer Mike Potter, previewing the biggest event yet as the conference marks its 10th in-person year. He outlines new additions including Ecamm’s Creator Camp, a Saturday troubleshooting super session, and another upcoming surprise announcement. The conversation also covers expanded 90-minute sessions, community interaction, pricing, lodging, and why this year’s gathering in Crystal Lake promises more learning and connection than ever.

MacVoices #26104: Live! – Apple’s Wise AI Play, Trifolds, Perplexity’s Computer, Claude x 2

Mar 24, 2026 | MacVoices Live!

https://youtu.be/hEAImkJfmPs Apple’s measured AI strategy is the topic of a compelling article by Horace Dediu, arguing that restraint and flexibility may prove smarter than heavy investment. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim...

MacVoices #26103: Live! – AirPods Pro Max, Neo Tear-Down, and MotionVFX Acquired

Mar 23, 2026 | MacVoices Live!

https://youtu.be/2AgYBuyMQys A surprise refresh of the AirPods Pro Max headphones sparks debate over features, pricing, and real-world usefulness compared to smaller alternatives. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Web...

MacVoices #26101: Live! – Hands-On With the MacBook Neo

Mar 19, 2026 | MacVoices Live!

Member of the MacVoices Live! panel dive into early hands-on impressions of the new MacBook Neo, highlighting its lightweight design, surprising performance, and emphasis on fun over raw power. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, and Jeff Gamet cover real-world workflows, battery life, portability, and compatibility, along with trade-offs like screen quality and speed limitations. Find out why the Neo is a hit with panel members, regardless of their use cases.

MacVoices #26100: Live! – ByteDance Apps, Cosmic Orange, Tim Sweeney’s Credibility, and Predictive Markets

Mar 18, 2026 | MacVoices Live!

The opening discussion centers on restrictions affecting ByteDance apps and what that means for users and updates. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs also explore Apple TV production strategies, industry tensions over AI policy, and the rise of “cosmic orange” as a tech trend. The panel also discusses the credibility Tim Sweeney in relation to the settlement with Google, as well as social media bans for teens and the continued expansion of predictive markets.

MacVoices #26098: Live! – Mac minis, iPods (Yes, iPods), and the New Tech Nostalgia

Mar 16, 2026 | MacVoices Live!

An update on the ongoing legal controversy surrounding tech leaker John Prosser kicks off this MacVoices Live!. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs look at Apple’s potential U.S. manufacturing of the Mac mini and what that could mean for production, tariffs, and supply chains. The group then dives into a wave of tech nostalgia, debating the reported resurgence of iPods and comparing it with renewed interest in film cameras, vinyl records, and other retro tech.

MacVoices #26097 – Live! – More Neo Analysis, Mac Studio Configuration Loss

Mar 13, 2026 | MacVoices Live!

The MacVoices panel continues their analysis of the MacBook Neo, pushing back against reviewers focused only on benchmarks rather than real-world usability. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Mark Fuccio, Web Bixby, and Eric Bolden discuss the machine’s intended audience, its value as an affordable entry into the Mac ecosystem, and its potential impact in education and retail markets. The conversation also examines Apple’s decision to remove a high-end Mac Studio configuration and what it might signal about supply constraints and product strategy.

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