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MacVoices #25318: 2025 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #8 (2)

Dec 19, 2025 | Gift Guides

The second part of our final 2025 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide delivers a mix of low-tech problem solvers and smart power picks. Kelly Guimont, Jim Rea, Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, and Kirk McElhearn select an interior windshield cleaner, a MagSafe ring mount for comfortable caseless use at home, and suction-based phone chargers/stands to keep devices charged and easy to find. The picks also include a USB-C rechargeable numeric pad, experience gifts like concert tickets, a rechargeable electric candle lighter, and a fun gaming recommendation. (Part 2)

MacVoices #25205: Live! – ICE Surveillance App Debate, TikTok Reboot, Bluetooth Messaging, and Napster’s Return

Jul 31, 2025 | MacVoices Live!

The panel dives into the controversy over an app used to track ICE agents, debating First Amendment rights, privacy, and potential misuse. Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Ben Roethig, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Mark Fuccio, David Ginsburg, and Web Bixby also explore TikTok’s possible Americanized version, Jack Dorsey’s new Bluetooth messaging app, and Napster’s surprising comeback with holographic avatars.

MacVoices #25122: NAB Show – Saramonic’s New Ultra Mic System

Apr 29, 2025 | NAB

At NAB Show 2025, Saramonic introduced the Ultra 2.4 GHz wireless audio system, featuring 32-bit float recording, time code synchronization, IPX5 water resistance, and wide device compatibility. The Ultra offers exceptional range, direct app and touchscreen control, and camera presets, and optional Sony MI Shoe support for seamless digital audio. Joe Nassar, USA Brand Marketing Manager for Saramonic, delivers the tour.

MacVoices #25119: NAB Show – DJI’s Latest Gimbles and Mic System

Apr 24, 2025 | Uncategorized

At NAB Show 2025, Donovan Davis, Product Specialist for Osmo for DJI showcases the Osmo Mobile 7 gamble with a new tracking module that works with any app, built-in tripod, lighting controls, and 10-hour battery life. The DJI Mic Mini offers compact wireless audio with Bluetooth and receiver options. The RS-4 Mini gimbal supports both smartphones and mirrorless cameras, featuring customizable controls, gesture tracking, and 13-hour battery life.

MacVoices #24078: CES – Rolling Square Shows Off Laptop Charger, New Wallet Trackers, More

Mar 8, 2024 | CES

https://youtu.be/zQAPYmeVz7U At CES in Las Vegas, we talked to Dr. Lorenzo Maria Bonelli of Rolling Square as they showed off their latest products that are available and some that are coming later this year. They include a laptop charger that you sit your laptop on...

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MacVoices #24040: CES – ShiftCam Has New Lights, Lenses, and Workflow Camera Bags

Feb 5, 2024 | CES

At CES in Las Vegas, ShiftCam showed off a series of new products that turn your iPhone into a fully-featured video production tool. Founder and CEO Benson KL Chiu talks about how their ProGrip and SnapGrip are enhanced by the new SnapLight and series of lenses that...

MacVoices #23090: MacVoices Live! – Mastodon, Instagram, iPhone Ultra, Pencil Support on iPhone (3)

Feb 27, 2023 | iPhone, MacVoices Live!, Web

https://youtu.be/DzJlcpxX5Mg This MacVoices Live! discussion wraps up our Mastodon discussion then crosses over into a variety of short topics. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Eric Bolden talk about why Instagram works as a...

MacVoices #23084: Choosing A Mastodon Client with Jeff Gamet and Eric Bolden (3)

Feb 17, 2023 | Software, Web

Eric Bolden and Jeff Gamet wrap up our discussion of Mastodon clients with more information on what they have been using, and recommendations for those just logging in for the first time. Included are some thoughts on how to select an instance to join, what to look...

MacVoices #23083: Choosing A Mastodon Client with Eric Bolden and Jeff Gamet (2)

Feb 16, 2023 | Software, Web

Eric Bolden and Jeff Gamet continue to review their research into the current crop of Mastodon clients, a crop that seems to change almost daily. What they think of the feature sets of the different clients and how they are evolving, and which ones are the best...

MacVoices #23082: Choosing A Mastodon Client with Jeff Gamet and Eric Bolden (1)

Feb 15, 2023 | Software, Web

? Eric Bolden and Jeff Gamet have been experimenting with the various third-party apps for Mastodon. It is an area that is constantly and rapidly evolving, and that can be a bit confusing at times. In the first part of our conversation, they share how they use social...

MacVoices #23037: CES – Chipolo’s Device Trackers Offer Different Form Factors and Features

Jan 20, 2023 | CES, Events, Hardware

At CES in Las Vegas, Chipolo celebrated their 10th year in business while showing off their line of device trackers that offer various form factors and feature sets. Adja Kopusar, Marketing Assistant, covers those features and how their network functions. This edition...

MacVoices #22213: MacVoices Live! – AirTags, AirPlane Mode, Satellite Communications (2)

Oct 19, 2022 | Hardware, iPhone, MacVoices Live!, Security/Privacy

The AirTag/Lufthansa discussion wraps up as Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Andrew Orr, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, and Guy Serle share some final thoughts. The panel then discusses Airplane mode on the iPhone, what it does and doesn’t...

MacVoices #22159: MacVoices Briefing – The Sonos Roam Wireless Speaker

Aug 1, 2022 | Audio/Music, Hardware, MacVoices Briefing

This MacVoices Briefing focuses on the important aspects of the Sonos Roam, a fully featured wireless speaker that boasts features such as Sonos Voice Control, Amazon Alexa, and Google Play. Chuck tells you why it is one of his favorite wireless speakers. Show Notes:...

MacVoices #21190: MacVoices Briefing – The ProCase iPad mini 6 Keyboard Case

Oct 8, 2021 | Briefings, Hardware, iPad

This MacVoices Briefing reviews the pros and cons of the ProCase iPad Mini 6 Keyboard Case, a case designed specifically for the iPad mini 6. It adds a lightweight detachable keyboard option to your mobile computing at an affordable price for both. MacVoices Magazine,...

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