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MacVoices Live! panel members Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Eric Bolden have differing use cases for Apple’s new set list feature in Music, at least a couple of which will surprise you. We also debate the importance of celebrity endorsements through the new Beats Pill, cover the reported increase in iPhone sales in Russia, and an Irish seizure of counterfeit Apple products.  This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available all Patrons of MacVoices. Sign up at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:07 Introduction to MacVoices 01:11 Apple Music Set Lists Discussion 07:46 Kim Kardashian's Beats Pill Collaboration 13:42 Russian Officials Buying iPhones 20:03 Counterfeit Apple Products Seizure Links: Apple Music now lets artists publish their concert set lists as playlists https://9to5mac.com/2024/10/17/apple-music-now-lets-artists-publish-their-concert-set-lists-as-playlists/ Apple teams up with Kim Kard

Apple Pay turned 10 recently and the MacVoices Live! panel discussed its transformation and influence in mobile payments since its launch. Then, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Martty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Eric Bolden detour into political territory, examining a political narrative surrounding a rumored phone call between Tim Cook and Donald Trump related to EU regulations. The conversation focused on the need for both skeptical and mixed media coverage.  This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices Dispatch, our weekly newsletter that keeps you up-to-date on any and all MacVoices-related information. Subscribe today and don't miss a thing. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:10 Welcome to MacVoices 05:03 Celebrating Apple Pay's 10th Anniversary 15:38 Apple and Politics: A Controversial Call Links: Apple Pay dominated the world in just ten years — but it has more work to do https://appleinsider.com/articles/24/10/17/apple-pay-dominated-the-world-in-just-ten-

The 2024-10 MacVoices Update arrives a day late with a good reason. Chuck explains why before discussing the month’s progress on the new web site and blog, goes over the changes that have come to Patreon, and delivers the Support Report.    Show Notes: Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect:      Web:      http://macvoices.com      Twitter:      http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner      http://www.twitter.com/macvoices      Mastodon:      https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner      Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner      MacVoices Page on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/      MacVoices Group on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice      LinkedIn:      https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/      Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes      Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podc

The MacVoices panel discusses the changes Adobe made to Fresco, apparently to go after the tablet drawing app market that Procreate dominates. How do the two compare, and how with their respective business models fare? Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Web Bixby have thoughts before they report on Sonos’ improvements, and laugh their way through the cell carriers’ assertion that locking phones is good for you.  This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices Dispatch, our weekly newsletter that keeps you up-to-date on any and all MacVoices-related information. Subscribe today and don't miss a thing. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:09 Introduction to MacVoices 07:40 Adobe vs. Procreate 10:58 Sonos Feature Restoration 12:22 Carriers Locking Phones 17:11 New iPhone Accessory 30:48 Conclusion and Wrap-Up Links: Bluesky’s upcoming premium plan won’t give paid users special treatment https://9to5mac.com/2024/10/25/apple-tv

Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Web Bixby turn their attention to the newly announced M4 iPad. Who will be buying it, the secondary monitor support, and how it will change as Apple Intelligence rolls out are all considered. The panel also looks at a new Apple Card promotion and whether Apple or Goldman Sachs is funding it, as well as the roll that Apple TV+ seems to be on.  This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Magazine, our free magazine on Flipboard. Updated daily with the best articles on the web to help you do more with your Apple gear and adjacent tech, access MacVoices Magazine content on Flipboard, on the web, or in your favorite RSS reader. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:11 Introduction to MacVoices 02:01 Discussing the M4 iMac 05:17 Power Needs and User Requirements 15:46 New Apple Card Promotion 22:22 Apple and Goldman Sachs Legal Issues 29:04 Apple TV Plus Success Stories 38:17 Massimo Lawsuit Update Lin

During a week of Apple announcements, the MacVoice Live! panel took a look at the first two Mac upgrades. Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Web Bixby look at the new Mac Mini with the M4 and M4 Pro chips, and the performance boost they offer in a new, compact form factor. Design quirks, multiple monitor support, and Thunderbolt 5 are part of the discussion, as is the question over whether this should be considered a “prosumer” machine.  This MacVoices is supported by Notion, the single AI tool that does it all. Try Notion AI for free at notion.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:08 Introduction to MacVoices Live 04:42 Halloween Costume Contest 05:01 New Mac Mini Announcement 07:02 Ordering Decisions 09:11 Mac Mini Specs Discussion 15:08 Power Button Placement 18:04 Webb's Dual Mac Mini Orders 19:24 The Mac Mini's Niche 22:10 Performance Upgrades 29:20 Thunderbolt 5 Overview 33:37 Apple Intelligence Integration Links: Ap

Our multi-part conversation with Take Control author Glenn Fleishman concludes with discussions of Take Control of Securing Your Apple Devices, Take Control of Find My and AirTags, and Take Control of FaceTime and Messages. Glenn points out some lesser-known features such as Lockdown Mode and Private Wi-Fi Address, talks about using GateKeeper effectively, and explains some new features in FaceTime and Messages that improve the user experience. (Part 3)  This MacVoices is supported by Notion, the single AI tool that does it all. Try Notion AI for free at notion.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:11 Introduction to Securing Apple Devices 02:19 Merging Security and Privacy Features 11:37 Understanding Find My Network and AirTags 15:37 Google’s Approach to Tracking Devices 17:22 Updates on Messaging and FaceTime Features 19:47 Enhancements in Phone Call Functionality 25:30 Exploring Undiscovered Features 27:16 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Links: Take Control of Securing Your Apple Devices Take Control of

Glenn Fleishman goes in depth on the title subject of his Keep Safe Using Mobile Tech. We talk about how to secure Apple devices amid all the changes and updates to operating systems, along with features such as car crash detection, fall detection, emergency SOS, and the Check-In function, Glenn emphasizes the need for individuals to understand and customize their device settings for optimal protection from both misadventure as well as theft. (Part 2) This MacVoices is supported by Notion. Try Notion AI for free at notion.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters :00:08 Introduction to Mobile Safety 02:21 Features for Physical Security 06:50 The Check-In Feature Explained 10:29 Addressing Safety Promotion Challenges 15:53 The Risks of Device Theft 21:26 Strategies Against Theft 22:36 Concluding Thoughts on Safety Links: Keeping Safe Using Mobile Tech by Glenn Fleishman Guests: Glenn Fleishman is a Seattle-based technology journalist and two-time winner on Jeopardy. He writes largely about where technology crosses

In the first part of a wide-ranging conversation with author Glenn Fleishman, we touch on his participation in the Shift Happens book project, his latest project, How Comics Were Made, and his Take Control of Your Apple Account. Along the way we looked back at the surprising origins of a peripheral we all use, the challenges of the early printing industry, and got some thoughts on what you can and can’t do in your account interactions with Apple.  This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices After Dark. What happens before and after the shows is uncensored, on-topic, off-topic, and always off the wall. Sign up as a MacVoices Patron and get access! http://patreon.com/macvoices Show Notes: Chapters: 00:10 Introduction to Glenn Fleischman 01:59 The History of Keyboards and Comics 09:56 Insights on Comics History 16:59 Exploring Take Control Books 17:23 Changing Your Apple Account Links: Shift Happens How Comics Were Made Take Control of Your Apple Account by Glenn Fleishman Guests: Glenn Fleishman is a S

Two topics dominate this MacVoices Live! discussion. Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jim Reat, and Mark Fuccio look at the ongoing soap opera that is the Wordpress/WP Engine feud that now has some employees heading for less combative pastures. Then, the panel consider the latest efforts by Sonos to gain back their customers trust…and why it is an uphill climb.  MacVoices is supported by the new MacVoices Discord, our latest benefit for MacVoices Patrons. Sign up, get access, and jin the conversations at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:09 Introduction to MacVoices 05:11 The WordPress Firefight 09:11 Sonos' Seven Promises 12:01 Sonos Customer Experience Concerns 15:36 Closing Thoughts and Farewells Links: 159 employees are leaving Automattic as CEO’s fight with WP Engine escalates https://techcrunch.com/2024/10/04/159-employees-are-leaving-automattic-as-ceos-fight-with-wp-engine-escalates/ Sonos makes seven promises, including boosted warranties; customers seem unimpressed  https://

Our conversation with Diane Hamilton, Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Binary Formations continues with how they are implementing machine learning integration in Under My Roof, particularly object recognition, and the support resources available for users. Diane also shares insights on the transition to a subscription model, data ownership and privacy through iCloud integration. (Part 2)  Today’s MacVoices is supported by 1Password and their new 1Password Extended Access Management. Security for the way we work today, Learn about the problems it solves at 1Password.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:10 Introduction to Under My Roof 03:00 Enhancing User Experience with Documentation 06:15 The Pricing Dilemma 12:15 Data Access and Privacy Concerns 18:21 Understanding the Product's Value 18:39 Resources for Learning More 22:34 Closing Thoughts and Future Engagement Links: BinaryFormations YouTube Channel Guests: Diane Hamilton is the Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Binary Formations, the makers of

Diane Hamilton, Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Binary Formations, discusses the evolution of Under My Roof. Originally designed for home inventories, the app has transformed into a comprehensive tool for managing all aspects of homeownership, including maintenance schedules and household supplies. Useful for both day-to-day activities as well as in times of disaster, Under My Roof uses iCloud for secure storage of your data. Diane explains user-friendly mechanisms like receipt uploads and strong syncing capabilities across devices as part of the initial implementation. (Part 1)  http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24257.mp3 Today’s MacVoices is supported by 1Password and their new 1Password Extended Access Management. Security for the way we work today, Learn about the problems it solves at 1Password.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:08 Introduction to Under My Roof 01:31 Evolution of Home Inventory 04:16 Household Supplies and Management 05:55 Enhancements for Insurance Claims 10:45 Warranti

Microsoft wants to provide “AI emotional support?” Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Mark Fuccio look at their plans for user experience and approach, as well as the decision to kill off their headset without a replacement product announced.  Today’s MacVoices is supported by 1Password and their new 1Password Extended Access Management. Security for the way we work today, Learn about the problems it solves at 1Password.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:10 AI Emotional Support, and Goodbye HoloLens 00:42 Microsoft's AI Copilot and Emotional Content 06:00 Google Notebook LLM: A Fascinating Tool 13:41 Microsoft’s HoloLens Discontinuation 16:53 1Password: Security for the Modern Workplace 18:20 The Future of AI and Hardware 27:18 Microsoft’s Position in the Market 29:47 Meta’s Ray-Ban Smart Glasses Review Links: Microsoft’s AI Boss Wants Copilot to Bring ‘Emotional Support’ to Windows and Office https://www.wired.com/story/mustafa-suleyman-interview-microso

We wrap up our conversation with Mike Schmitz about how his latest project, LifeHQ, organizes your projects, to-dos, and your life (hence the name). Mike explains some of the key concepts behind his system, how it integrates with apps that you already are using, and the modularity of his approach. Best of all, you can adopt features as your needs and time dictate, rather than have to learn everything all at once. (Part 2)  MacVoices Slack This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available all Patrons of MacVoices. Sign up at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:08 Introduction to LifeHQ with Mike Schmitz 01:10 The Concept of Hiring an App 04:35 Prioritization in a Business Setting 05:02 Project Management Tools Overview 08:41 Modular Approach to LifeHQ 11:14 Cohorts and Community Support 11:29 Time Investment in LifeHQ 16:19 Exporting Data from Obsidian 19:40 Collaboration with Obsidian Developers 21:59 Unique Approach of LifeHQ 23:25 How to Learn More About LifeHQ 24:33 Clos

Mike Schmitz has been working on his new project, LifeHQ, for a long time. Built on Obsidian, LifeHQ is, “Everything You Need to Run Your Whole Life.” Mike explains his combination of personal knowledge management (PKM) and productivity enhancement and how it turns items like notes and journaling into actionable insights. Inspired by Mike’s productivity projects and studies, LifeHQ brings it all in one place. (Part 1)  Today’s edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Live!, our weekly live panel discussion of what is going in the Apple space as well as the larger tech world, and how it is impacting you. Join us live at YouTube.com/MacVoicesTV at 8 PM Eastern 5 PM Pacific, or whatever time that is wherever you are and participate in the chat, or catch the edited and segmented versions of the show on the regular MacVoices channels and feeds. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:07 Welcome to MacVoices 04:02 The Birth of LifeHQ 11:04 Understanding Personal Knowledge Management 12:07 Getting Started with Obsidian 16:

Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Mark Fuccio discuss how and why YouTube succeeded in having a Vision Pro app from the App Store when they don’t have one, and what an Apple TV+ success story means for how future content will be released. Along they way the panel shares some of their Prime Day picks and why they made them.  http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24253.mp3 Take Control Books: The Answers You Need Now, From Leading Experts. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:07 A Vision Pro App Gets Killed 07:49 Prime Day Picks 18:23 Apple TV Plus Success Story Links: YouTube gets Apple Vision Pro app Juno kicked from App Store https://appleinsider.com/articles/24/10/01/youtube-gets-apple-vision-pro-app-juno-kicked-from-app-store Amazon Prime Day Deals  https://appleinsider.com/deals/amazon-prime-day eufy Security Indoor Cam E220, Pan & Tilt, Indoor Security Camera, 2K - 3 MP Wi-Fi Plug-in, Voice Assistant Compatibility, Night Vision, Motion Tracking, HomeBase 3 Co

Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner use this edition of TV+ Talk to discuss the surprising agreement between Amazon and Apple that will put Apple TV+ on Amazon Prime Video. Are there winners and losers in this development, and what affect will it have on how you sign up for the service? What are the financial arrangements between the two streaming players? Charlotte and Chuck also talk about the new movie that was shot with the Apple Vision Pro in mind and why one of them isn’t interested in seeing it.  Show Notes: Chapters: 00:09 Introduction to TV Plus Talk 01:45 Apple TV Plus on Prime Video 08:04 Apple's Strategy and User Benefits 18:26 The Future of Apple TV Plus 19:52 Immersive Films and Apple Vision Pro 26:36 Social Interaction and Technology 30:37 Conclusion and Where to Find Us Links: Amazon to Let Prime Members Subscribe to Apple TV+ Via Prime Video  https://uk.pcmag.com/video-streaming-services/154842/amazon-to-let-prime-members-subscribe-to-apple-tv-via-prime-video Apple debuts the first scripted f

The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Mark Fuccio consider New York Mayor Eric Adams forgetfulness when it comes to his iPhone password, and the use cases for Apple’s newest AI model.  MacVoices Slack This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack, available all Patrons of MacVoices. Sign up at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Mayor's Password Dilemma 08:25 Apple's Depth Pro: A New Era 18:31 Open Source Insights Links: Indicted NYC Mayor Adams Tells Investigators: ‘Sorry, I Forgot my iPhone’s Passcode!’ https://www.mactrast.com/2024/10/indicted-nyc-mayor-adams-tells-investigators-sorry-i-forgot-my-iphones-passcode/ Apple releases Depth Pro, an AI model that rewrites the rules of 3D vision https://venturebeat.com/ai/apple-releases-depth-pro-an-ai-model-that-rewrites-the-rules-of-3d-vision/ Guests: Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with h

Our conversation with  Jason Snell about the 4th edition of Take Control of Photos for Take Control Books wraps up with a look at the power of the Photos app for users of all skill levels. Enhancements such as Photographic styles change the game by providing more post-capture options than ever before. Jason also covers getting more out of our photos by printing or making custom books and projects, and how that has become more of a focus in the latest version of Photos. (Part 2) Notion: This MacVoices is supported by Notion. Try Notion AI for free at notion.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Photos Control 07:58 Exploring the Book's Approach to Photos 16:18 The Impact of Photographic Styles 20:50 Understanding Computational Photography 24:55 Jason's Broader Endeavors and Insights Links: Take Control Books Guests: Jason Snell  is the founder and editor of SixColors. He was the lead editor for Macworld for more than a decade. For a couple of years he also oversaw editorial operations for

Jason Snell has released the 4th edition of Take Control of Photos for Take Control Books to cover the  most recent updates to the Photos app on all of Apple’s operating systems. Jason explains why Photos has undergone more of a redesign than an upgrade, utilizing machine learning to help you do more than ever before with your photos. Also more unified than ever is the interface across Mac, iPhone, and iPad which helps in overcoming the resistance to adopting new features. Jason touches on how the improved search capabilities and  customizable collections enhance the user experience and utilization of photos.  Notion This MacVoices is supported by Notion. Try Notion AI for free at notion.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Photos with Jason Snell 02:36 Evolution of the Photos App 06:23 Best Platforms for Managing Photos 08:00 Changes in iOS and iPadOS 16:39 Apple's New Collections Feature 20:28 Communicating Updates Effectively 28:18 Utilizing Your Photo Library Links: Take Control Boo