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This MacVoices Live! session wraps up as Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, and Warren Sklar continue their disagreement over the Apple Wallet app being able to be removed from the iPhone. That leads to a discussion of Apple Pay and other mobile payment platforms being available on competing platforms, and why that isn’t necessarily a good idea. The panel wraps up covering the announcement that Spotify is getting into audiobooks and how they are trying to differentiate the offering. (Part 3)  This edition of MacVoices is supported by NordVPN. Get secure and private access to the Internet with a special deal at NordVPN.com/macvoices. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Kolide. Kolide is a fleet visibility solution for Mac, Windows, and Linux that can help you securely scale your business. Learn more here. Show Notes: Links: Spotify dives into audiobooks with a library of over 300,000 titleshttps://www.engadget.com/spotify-audiobooks-us-130051256.html Spotify’s Audiobook Pricing Puts it in the

This time, the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, and Warren Sklar shift gears with a report on the JAMF User Nation conference, their exclusive focus on the Apple market, and a notable customer who has abandoned Android and moved to JAMF-managed apple devices. Then, the first part of a heated debate about Apple allowing the Apple Wallet app to be removed from the iPhone in iOS 16. Is it Apple being targeted with unreasonable requirements, or are they appeasing their detractors before the requirement becomes reality? (Part 2)  [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV22208.mp3[/embed] This edition of MacVoices is supported by NordVPN. Get secure and private access to the Internet with a special deal at NordVPN.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Links: JAMF User Nation Conference (JNUC) iOS 16.1 to let users delete Wallet app amid antitrust concerns over Apple Pay [U: Confirmed] Guests: Mark Fuccio is actively involved in high tech startup companies, both as a princi

Some of the MacVoices Live! panel members finally received their new hardware, and go in-depth on their experiences with both new features and the actual transition from older devices (sometimes much older) to Apple’s latest and greatest. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, and Warren Sklar discuss how well the transitions went, and how they varied. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is supported by NordVPN. Get secure and private access to the Internet with a special deal at NordVPN.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Guests: Mark Fuccio is actively involved in high tech startup companies, both as a principle at piqsure.com, or as a marketing advisor through his consulting practice Tactics Sells High Tech, Inc. Mark was a proud investor in Microsoft from the mid-1990's selling in mid 2000, and hopes one day that MSFT will be again an attractive investment. You can contact Mark through Twitter on LinkedIn. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all thi

FileMaker has announced that its database program will be free for individual users, but is that important? The MacVoices Live! panel of Dave Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Brittany Smith, Andrew Orr, Jeff Gamet, Patrice Brend’Amour, and Eric Bolden go deep on who will benefit, whether it is a threat to other database developers (including a member of the panel), and whether it means anything for the end user. (Part 3)  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: Links: Claris’s Plans for FileMaker Bode Well for Individual Usershttps://tidbits.com/2022/08/23/clariss-plans-for-filemaker-bode-well-for-individual-users/ AirTable Panorama X by ProVue Zapier Guests: Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter by email at embolden@mac.com, and on his blog, Trending At Wor

The MacVoices Panel of Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Brittany Smith, Andrew Orr, Jeff Gamet, Patrice Brend’Amour, and Eric Bolden wrap up a discussion of iPhone photo sizes before revealing what new Apple products they purchased, what configurations they selected, and why. Next up was an in-depth discussion of the cycle tracking capabilities of the latest Apple Watch. (Part 2)  [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV22204.mp3[/embed] This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available to silver, gold, and platinum Patrons of MacVoices. Sign up at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Links: iPhone 14 Pro's 48-Megapixel ProRAW Photos Take Up to Three Times More Storage Than 12-Megapixel Shotshttps://www.macrumors.com/2022/09/09/iphone-14-pro-48mp-photo-size/ Apple Watch Series 7 vs. Apple Watch Series 8 Buyer's Guide: Should You Upgrade?https://www.macrumors.com/guide/apple-watch-series-7-vs-series-8/ Guests: Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a

This MacVoices Live! discussion starts off how the Apple Watch Ultra’s satellite option and what it will cost if one has to use it. That leads to an examination of the evolution of satellite networks for not just emergency services, but also phone and data use. Next, Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea>

Charlotte Henry of The Addition helps us understand the implications of the Apple Music-Super Bowl halftime show deal, not just from the the promotional value aspect, but also from the leverage it may give Apple in negotiating for other NFL options. One performer is (allegedly) confirmed…who else might we see, and who is that halftime show for, anyway?  This edition of MacVoices is supported by Kolide. Kolide is a fleet visibility solution for Mac, Windows, and Linux that can help you securely scale your business. Learn more here. Show Notes: Guests: Charlotte Henry is a media junkie, covering how Apple is not just a revolutionary tech firm, but a revolutionary media firm. She is based in London, writes and broadcasts for various outlets, and is the author of Not Buying It, an examination of fake news. You can find her on her podcast, in her The Addition newsletter on sub stack, and on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon     http://patreon.com/macvoices  

David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Warren Sklar, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, and Brittany Smith finish off this MacVoices Live! conversation the end of the software update publicity discussion, taking a look at Warren Buffett buying into Apple in an even bigger way, and covering why YouTube getting into podcasts, even in a simple fashion, is a pretty big deal. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Kolide. Kolide is a fleet visibility solution for Mac, Windows, and Linux that can help you securely scale your business. Learn more here.   Show Notes: Links: Apple security flaw may allow hackers full control of devices, company warnshttps://mashable.com/article/apple-security-flaw-hackers Berkshire Hathaway Bought Apple, Chevron Stock, Sold GM, Verizonhttps://www.barrons.com/articles/warren-buffett-berkshire-hathaway-apple-gm-stock-51660598156 YouTube․com/podcasts goes live as simple ‘Explore’ pagehttps://9to5google.com/2022/08/21/youtube-podcasts-explore/ Guests: Mark Fuccio is actively involv

The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Warren Sklar, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, and Brittany Smith wraps up their heated Google Photos debate before catching up on a number of other items, including flesh-tone Beats Fit Pro earphones, discussing why Apple’s prompt response to security is a good thing (contrary to what some headlines would have you believe), and deep dive into the state of some of Apple’s development tools. (Part 2)  This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices After Dark, our newest benefit for all Patreon supporters. Uncensored, off-topic, and always off the wall. Show Notes: Links: Kim Kardashian's special edition Beats Fit Pro are already sold outhttps://www.imore.com/apple/kim-kardashians-special-edition-beats-fit-pro-are-already-sold-out Apple’s use of AppKit, Mac Catalyst and SwiftUI in macOShttps://blog.timac.org/2022/0818-state-of-appkit-catalyst-swiftui-mac/ Apple security flaw may allow hackers full control of devices, company warnshttps://masha

In a catch-up edition of MacVoices Live!, the panel of David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Warren Sklar, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, and Brittany Smith discuss things that your iPhone has replaced, as well as functions, services, and activities that it has facilitated or enabled. Then, a debate over how Google handled a violation of their CSAM guidelines and the resulting denial of services to a user draws both disagreements and fire. (Part 1)  This edition of MacVoices is supported by Zocdoc. Find local doctors who take your insurance at Zocdoc.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Links: 101 Things your iPhone has replacedhttps://www.imore.com/iphone/things-iphone-replaced Google’s AI Mistakes Medical Pictures for Child Abuse, Exposes Silicon Valley’s Broken Review Systemhttps://appuals.com/dads-google-toddlers-pictures/ Guests: Mark Fuccio is actively involved in high tech startup companies, both as a principle at piqsure.com, or as a marketing advisor through his consulting practice Tactics Sells High Tech, Inc.

In the September Update, Chuck’s solicits feedback on a possible new MacVoices connection, guests, likes, and dislikes, and delivers the month’s 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      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 podcatcher:      Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

As we wrap up our look at the iPhones 14 and iOS 16, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Patrice Brend’Amour, and Mark Fuccio zoom out to 30,000 feet to talk about how the new hardware and software advance the Apple ecosystem for user interaction, information delivery, and overall usefulness. (Part 3)  [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV22197.mp3[/embed] This edition of MacVoices is supported by Zocdoc. Find local doctors who take your insurance at Zocdoc.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter by email at embolden@mac.com, and on his blog, Trending At Work. Patrice Brend’amour is the creator, advocate and Product Manager of a global healthcare software initiat

Our MacVoices Live! conversation about Apple's latest announcements continues as the panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Patrice Brend’Amour, and Mark Fuccio discuss the Dynamic Island, what it currently does, and what it will do once developers have a chance to integrate it into their apps. Overall performance of the iPhone 14, the camera improvements, the Lock Screen widgets are all up for discussion. (Part 2)  This edition of MacVoices is supported by Zocdoc. Find local doctors who take your insurance at Zocdoc.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter by email at embolden@mac.com, and on his blog, Trending At Work. Patrice Brend’amour is the creator, advocate a

Who got new Apple gear and new software? Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Warren Sklar, Jim Rea, Patrice Brend’Amour, and Mark Fuccio have a MacVoices Live! discussion about their first experiences with both iPhones 14 and iOS 16. Initial bugs, favorite features and the Dynamic Island all go under the microscope. (Part 1) [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV22195.mp3[/embed] MacVoices is supported by Rocket Money. Cancel unwanted subscriptions today at RocketMoney.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter by email at embolden@mac.com, and on his blog, Trending At Work. Patrice Brend’amour is the creator, advocate and Product Manager of a global healthcare software initiative, which

Are you among new iPhone owners, or have one on order? Contemplating a new purchase? In this episode of Select Tech, Chuck identifies some essential gear choices to help protect your new device, and get the most out of it. Characteristics of cases, easy-to-install screen protectors, and various options for portable power are included.  [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV22194.mp3[/embed] MacVoices is supported by Rocket Money. Cancel unwanted subscriptions today at RocketMoney.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Links: amFilm OneTouch Compatible with iPhone 14 Pro Max (6.7") 2022 Tempered Glass Screen Protector, Dynamic Island Compatible- with Easy Installation Kit, Full Coverage Case Friendly (2-Pack):https://amzn.to/3R4IwQH Spigen Tough Armor (MagFit) Compatible with MagSafe Designed for iPhone 14 Pro Max Case:https://amzn.to/3RikrpL Catalyst Influence Case for iPhone 14 Pro Max, Fingerprint Resistant, Durable, Drop Proof, Easy to Clean, Easy to Install, Easy to Holdhttps://amzn.to/3BC4Z1z Catalys

Josh Centers has published Take Control of iOS 16 and iPadOS 16 for Take Control Books, just in time for you to find out all about the new versions of Apple’s mobile operating systems. Josh talks about some of the bugs that have cropped up since the release, such as the “vibrating camera” issue with the new iPhones 14, the “copy and paste bug” that potentially affects all iOS 16 installs, and more. Some of the new features are among Josh’s favorites, and he talks about lock screen customization, focus modes, and more. Josh also explains why this version of his iOS books contains a Basics section by popular demand.  This edition of MacVoices is supported by Rogue Amoeba. Audio tools for everyone. Visit MacAudio.com to take 20% off orders for the month of September. MacVoices is supported by Rocket Money. Cancel unwanted subscriptions today at RocketMoney.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Guests: Josh Centers is the Managing Editor of TidBITS and the publisher of Apple Buying Advice. He's also an occasional contri

The Los Angeles Creative Pro User Group is back after a pandemic-induced hiatus, and Mike Horton has everything you need to know about the return. Mike talks about what precautions are in place to protect attendees, and why some of those are beyond his control. We also talk about the scheduled presentations that include cloud-based editing, editing education, and more. Oh yes, and a raffle. In-person networking has been a hallmark of LACPUG meetings; Mike talks about why this is still the case, and how it can benefit attendees now more than ever. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Rogue Amoeba. Audio tools for everyone. Visit MacAudio.com to take 20% off orders for the month of September. Show Notes: Links: The Los Angeles Creative Pro User Group Guests:Michael Horton is the head and founder of the Los Angeles Final Cut Pro UserGroup (lafcpug). Follow him on Facebook and Twitter. Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon     http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-t

Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner wrap up their virtual visit to the Long Island Macintosh Users Group audience with a question and answer session that spanned topics from Apple’s “Far Out” event to AR, VR, and beyond. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported by Rogue Amoeba. Audio tools for everyone. Visit MacAudio.com to take 20% off orders for the month of September. Show Notes: Guests: Adam C. Engst is the publisher of TidBITS and the TidBITS Content Network. He has written numerous books, including the best-selling Internet Starter Kit series, and many magazine articles - thanks to Contributing Editor positions at MacUser, MacWEEK, and now Macworld. His innovations include the creation of the first advertising program to support an Internet publication in 1992, the first flat-rate accounts for graphical Internet access in 1993, and the Take Control electronic book series. His awards include the MDJ Power 25 ranking as the most influential person in the Macintosh industry outside of Apple every year si

Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner continue their discussion in front of a virtual  Long Island Macintosh Users Group audience about the “Far Out” announcements. The discussion picks up in the middle of the Apple Watch part of the conversation. Apple Watch Series 8 or Apple Watch Ultra? Who is the Ultra for? Who is it competing with? Adam also talks about the new AirPods Pro, and starts a Q&A session with the audience. (Part 2)  [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV22190.mp3[/embed]   This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices After Dark, our newest benefit for all Patreon supporters. Uncensored, off-topic, and always off the wall. Show Notes: Guests: Adam C. Engst is the publisher of TidBITS and the TidBITS Content Network. He has written numerous books, including the best-selling Internet Starter Kit series, and many magazine articles - thanks to Contributing Editor positions at MacUser, MacWEEK, and now Macworld. His innovations include the creation of the first advertising program to su

Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner made a virtual visit to the Long Island Macintosh Users Group just a few days after Apple’s “Far Out” event to review and analyze the announcements. Adam talks about why people upgrade based on “change my life” features, reveals what he thinks was the most important announcements, and delivers his thoughts on Dynamic Island. We also talked about the new 48-megapixel camera for the iPhone 14 Pro models, SIM trays, the lack of USB-C, Crash Detection on the iPhone, and more. (Part 1)  MacVoices Magazine, our free magazine on Flipboard. Updated daily with the best articles on the web to help you do more with your Apple, access MacVoices Magazine content on Flipboard, on the web, or in your favorite RSS reader. Show Notes: Guests: Adam C. Engst is the publisher of TidBITS and the TidBITS Content Network. He has written numerous books, including the best-selling Internet Starter Kit series, and many magazine articles - thanks to Contributing Editor positions at MacUser, MacWEEK, and no