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MacVoices #26265: Live! – Apple Vision Pro’s Future, iPhone Battery Limits, and RAID 6

MacVoices #26265: Live! – Apple Vision Pro’s Future, iPhone Battery Limits, and RAID 6

Apple’s record stock performance leads into a discussion of Vision Pro and John Ternus’ explanation of its long-term potential. The MacVoices Live! panel considers spatial computing’s growing role in medicine, productivity, and professional workflows, along with whether the technology is ready for broader adoption. They also examine iPhone battery shipping limits, SoftRAID 9’s support of RAID 6, and local versus cloud storage.

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MacVoices #26248: AI Development: Start Small, Learn Safely, Then Build Bigger with Adam Engst (3)

MacVoices #26248: AI Development: Start Small, Learn Safely, Then Build Bigger with Adam Engst (3)

Adam Engst explains why AI software development should be approached as an evolution, starting with safe, verifiable data analysis, advancing to simple scripts, and eventually building applications. He distinguishes programming from development, arguing that non-programmers can act as product managers who direct AI, demand security checks, define requirements, and create software tailored to problems existing apps do not solve. (3) 

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MacVoices #26236: Briefing – Buying A Travel Monitor

MacVoices #26236: Briefing – Buying A Travel Monitor

Portable travel monitors can transform productivity on the road by adding valuable screen space without much cost or bulk. Chuck’s Briefing compares 1080p and 4K options, discusses USB-C and HDMI connections, and power and battery considerations. Built-in audio, protective covers and stands, and why these minimalist monitors might not be just for travel are all part of why an inexpensive second display can make working with multiple apps far easier. 

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MacVoices #26203: MacVoices’ Macstock Checklist

MacVoices #26203: MacVoices’ Macstock Checklist

If you’re heading to Macstock Conference later this week, make sure you have everything you need to get the most out of this unique annual event. From the things you should do before you leave to the things that you need to have with you, the MacVoices’ Macstock Checklist will make sure you are ready for the year’s best Mac event. (Haven’t decided yet? On-site registration will be available!) 

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MacVoices #26202: Road to Macstock – The End of The Road with Mike Potter

MacVoices #26202: Road to Macstock – The End of The Road with Mike Potter

The Road to Macstock wraps up with organizer Mike Potter providing last-minute updates for attendees, including his Creator Camp session on why the Mac still matters and a weekend talk about giving old Macs new life. He explains the event’s themed schedule, hotel room situation, late registration options, and what to bring. Mike also teases this year’s T-shirt design details, talks about Macstock swag advice, and the value of curiosity, community, and conversation as a highlight of the event. 

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MacVoices #26196: Road to Macstock – Paula Marie Davis

MacVoices #26196: Road to Macstock – Paula Marie Davis

The Road to Macstock stops to talk to Paula Marie Davis, who previews her first Macstock appearance and the path that led her from longtime Mac user and wellness coach to launching Ditch the Dogma with Ecamm. She explains why creators need to care for the person running the tech stack, how conference inspiration can become post-event exhaustion, and how movement, time mapping, and small wellness practices can support energy, creativity, and follow-through. 

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MacVoices #26194: Road to Macstock – Marty Jencius

MacVoices #26194: Road to Macstock – Marty Jencius

Our next stop on the Road to Macstock is with Marty Jencius, who  previews his workshop on troubleshooting Apple devices through a highly interactive “open space” format. Rather than a lecture, Marty explains how attendees will form small groups around real questions, share expertise, move between discussions using the “law of two feet,” and create organic conversations. The result will be a flexible, collaborative experience that encourages learning, problem-solving, and new connections among the participants. 

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MacVoices #26187: Road to Macstock – Allison Sheridan

MacVoices #26187: Road to Macstock – Allison Sheridan

On the Road to Macstock, Allison Sheridan previews her session that features a hands-on spreadsheet workshop comparing Excel, Numbers, and Google Sheets. She explains practical skills like fill-down, fill-right, and possibly pivot tables, while stressing that the goal is not exhaustive training but confidence-building. Our conversation also touches on Copilot i relation to Excel, vibe coding, and why Macstock feels like coming home.

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MacVoices #26176: Flip The Script – Grant Belaire On Why MacPaw Is Taking A Practical Approach To AI

MacVoices #26176: Flip The Script – Grant Belaire On Why MacPaw Is Taking A Practical Approach To AI

At Flip The Script, Grant Belaire, Chief Marketing Officer for MacPaw, discusses how the company approaches AI, app discovery, and developer support through their trusted products like CleanMyMac, Setapp, Moonlock, and Clear. He explains why AI should be useful rather than forced, how Setapp balances customers and developers, and why long-term commitment matters in building successful app marketplaces. 

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