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MacVoices #26197: Road to Macstock – Pat Fauquet

Jun 30, 2026 | Events

Pat Fauquet is the next stop onThe Road to Macstock is a conversation about her session, “Pills, Processes, and Procedures,” explaining how Apple devices can help manage medications, appointments, research, and communication with doctors. Drawing from years of health challenges and tech experience, she highlights the Apple Watch, iPhone, iPad, and Mac as practical tools for personal advocacy, caregiving, and preparedness. This might be the most important session this year.

MacVoices #26171: Road to Macstock – Jeff Gamet

Jun 5, 2026 | Events

Jeff Gamet is the latest stop on the The Road to Macstock, revealing his workshop session focused on helping everyone create digital art from simple paper sketches. Jeff explains how attendees can use iPhone, iPad, Mac, Linea Sketch, Affinity, or other tools, while emphasizing creativity, play, low-pressure participation, and overcoming the belief that “I’m not an artist.”

MacVoices #26153: Road to Macstock – Jill McKinley

May 26, 2026 | Events

On the Road to Macstock, Jill McKinley previews her third year’s presentation, focused on making Apple devices support daily habits through Focus modes, shortcuts, customized screens, and intentional setup. She explains how iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch can work together to reduce distractions, surface useful tools, and help users shape technology around real life instead of default settings.

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Joe Kissell continues discussing Take Control of Apple Contacts, focusing on third-party app integration, outdated social media and messaging fields, and security concerns.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)

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MacVoices #26112: Live! – The Capabilities of the New Apple Business

Apr 3, 2026 | MacVoices Live!

The MacVoices Live! panel examines Apple’s new unified business platform, focusing on device management, email, calendars, directories, and small-business support. Chuck Joiner, Guy Serle, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby see it as a long-overdue effort to simplify Apple’s fragmented business tools, with possible benefits for schools and smaller organizations. While it won’t displace Microsoft in enterprise settings, it could strengthen Apple’s position in business, education, and mobile device management.

MacVoices #26096: Live! – The Appeal of the Mac Neo

Mar 12, 2026 | MacVoices Live!

The newly announced Macintosh Neo has met with surprising fervor from Apple fans and critics alike. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Mark Fuccio, Web Bixby, and Eric Bolden discuss the impact of the low-cost MacBook, and why some panelists ordered one (or more). The highlights include its affordability, potential uses in education, travel, and everyday computing. The group also examines early reactions, speculation about performance, color choices, and how the Neo could reshape the relationship between Macs and mid-range iPads.

MacVoices #26047: CES – STM’s Latest Bags, Cases, and Charging Options

Feb 2, 2026 | CES

On the show floor at CES Tracy Smith, Head of Marketing & Branding for STM Goods highlights their new designs for laptop backpacks, iPad cases and charging accessories. Tracy walks through updated DuxPack backpacks with limited-edition colorways, redesigned rugged iPad cases with improved magnets and stylus storage, and a sculptural vertical three-in-one wireless charger that blends functionality with modern design.

MacVoices #26034: Pepcom at CES – Twelve South’s Latest Stands, Chargers, and Accessories

Jan 28, 2026 | CES

From Pepcom at CES 2026, Andrew Green, Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer for Twelve South, gives us a tour of their latest offerings that are both functional and stylish. r visits the 12 South booth to explore new and updated accessories. Highlights include the a wall-mounted MagSafe charger, new stands for iPhone and iPad that enable flexible workstation setups at home or on the go, the AirFly Pro 2 Bluetooth transmitter for in-flight audio, and a new leather Valet tray that discreetly integrates wireless charging into a stylish home accessory.

MacVoices #26028: Pepcom at CES – Strapsicle Re-Defines How You Hold Your iPad

Jan 27, 2026 | CES

From Pepcom at CES 2026, Ben Stanley, Head of Product for Strapsicle, shows of an innovative iPad case designed to make holding and using an iPad easier and safer. Inspired by a real-world family accident, the product integrates adjustable hand straps into the case to improve comfort, reduce fatigue, and prevent drops. The discussion covers accessibility benefits, thoughtful design details, build quality, use cases, pricing, and availability.

MacVoices #26011: Live! – Apple’s Key Product Performance, Ford Supports CarPlay, and The Macalope Validates

Jan 19, 2026 | MacVoices Live!

data-driven discussion reviews Apple’s product performance across major categories, examines the impact of Apple silicon on Mac sales, and explores Ford’s decision to continue supporting CarPlay. Market metrics, consumer expectations, and light cultural reflections round out a thoughtful year-end conversation.

MacVoices #25308: Live! – In-Depth on iPads, ChromeBooks, and Low-Cost Macs

Dec 9, 2025 | MacVoices Live!

This episode dives into the debate over affordable computing for students and families, comparing Chromebooks, iPads, and the possibility of a new low-cost Mac from Apple. Educators and tech enthusiasts discuss performance, device lifespan, security, and management tools, asking how Apple can compete in price-sensitive school markets without sacrificing the user experience that defines its hardware.

MacVoices #25300 – MacVoices Update – 2025-11

Nov 30, 2025 | Updates

Chuck delivers the November 2025 update, highlighting ongoing Holiday Gift Guides, extra episodes in the feed, and an upcoming discussion on AI with a user group. He explains the push for shorter, more focused shows and promotes the MacVoices Flipboard magazines and how-to content, as well as the monthly Support Report.

MacVoices #25282: Going All In With Glenn Fleishman on Take Control, Liquid Glass, Public Betas (2)

Nov 12, 2025 | Take Control

Author Glenn Fleischman returns to discuss how he keeps Take Control books current, what Liquid Glass gets right (and wrong), and how public betas color expectations. We cover iOS safety tools like Check In, iPadOS windowed apps, and the iPhone 17 Pro’s camera vs. “Visual Intelligence,” plus why foldables still don’t convince him. Glenn also details the Phone app on iPad/Mac and shares his Six Colors column and print-history projects.

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