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The panel discusses Apple’s move to allow third-party AirDrop alternatives, raising questions about security and EU regulations. Concerns over webcam hacking and AI’s disturbing behavior in simulations follow, along with a look at Meta and Oakley’s AI smart glasses. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs share personal AI tool usage and question the real value of current wearable tech offerings.  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: 00:10 Introduction to MacVoices 00:28 AirDrop Alternatives Discussion 06:14 AI Self-Preservation Insights 08:22 Meta's AI Smart Glasses Announcement 13:33 Critique of Performance AI Glasses 17:03 Personal AI Usage and Preferences 20:00 ChatGPT and AI Comparisons 21:33 Closing Thoughts and Connections Links: iOS 26 to let third-party apps build their own AirDrop alt