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Old Mac GangHardware hopes and next learningChris, Peter, and Marty share a few tips, what hardware they would like to see come from Apple, and what their next tech learning will be. Macstockconferenceandexpo.comCode "PODTALK50" gets you 50$ off ThePodTalk.Net2025-05-0851 min
Gear Up and GoPacking List appsMarty and Will cover packing list apps to assist you putting together your travel gear, but start with Will’s extended stay in a hotel for work.Key Features of Packing List Apps:Customization:Many apps allow you to create custom lists based on your trip details, including location, dates, and activities. Automatic List Generation:Some apps can automatically generate packing lists based on your destination, weather, and planned activities. Categorization:Apps often organize items into categories (e.g., clothing, electronics, toiletries) for easy organization. ...2025-05-0535 min
Vision ProFilesHill Climb ImmersiveEric and Marty are joined by David Ginsburg of In Touch with iOS as we talk about Vision Pro Air rumors and share some great apps.This Week’s BetaVisionOS developer beta 2.5.4 - Developer Noteshttps://developer.apple.com/documentation/visionos-release-notes/visionos-2_5-release-notes Apple releases beta 4 for visionOS 2.5, watchOS 11.5, and tvOS 18.5Apple releases beta 4 for visionOS 2.5, watchOS 11.5, and tvOS 18.5 - 9to5MacNew Apple Vision Pro immersive video puts you in the passenger seat of a record- breaking rally car hill climbhtt...2025-04-2946 minGear Up and GoManaging hotel wifiWill is headed on another trip and he and Marty talk about how to manage hotel wifi safely.WebsitesIs Hotel Wi-Fi Safe? How To Stay Secure While Travelinghttps://www.aura.com/learn/is-hotel-wi-fi-safeStay Safe on Hotel WiFi: Best Practices for Data Protectionhttps://www.getroamify.com/blogs/stay-safe-on-hotel-wifi-best-practices-for-data-protection/How to use public Wi-Fi safely: 5 things to know before you connecthttps://www.zdnet.com/article/how-to-use-public-wi-fi-safely/ Protect your web browsing with iCloud Private Relay on iPhone2025-04-2840 minGear Up and GoAirport pickup tech triviaWill and Marty cut another ride home from the airport episode with back-and-forth trivia.ThePodtalk.NetMacstockconferenceandexpo.com "PODTALK50" gets you a 50$ discount2025-04-2232 minVision ProFilesI’ll take mine in Midnight BlueMarty and Eric talk about the extended rumors on Vision Pro 2+ along with new competitors and some great new appsBETASApple releases beta 3 for visionOS 2.5, tvOS 18.5, and morehttps://9to5mac.com/2025/04/21/apple-releases-beta-3-for-visionos-2-5-tvos-18-5-and-more/visionOS 2.5 Beta 3 Release Noteshttps://developer.apple.com/documentation/visionos-release-notes/visionos-2_5-release-notes PATENTApple's patent application that covers Facial Expression https://www.patentlyapple.com/2025/04/apples-patent-application-that-covers-facial-expression-creation-for-vision-pro-facetime-calls-surfaces-in-europe.html RUMORS ABOUT UPCOMING VISION HEADSETS...2025-04-2255 minGear Up and GoTech trivia in the carWill is taking another trip so that means a in the car recording. We do travel tech trivia during the ride. The PodTalk.NetMacstockconferenceandexpo.com Use "PODTALK50" for 50$ off registration2025-04-1449 minVision ProFilesApple Immersive Video UtilityMarty and Eric speak about betas, Apple’s new Immersive Video Utility, and Marty’s disdain for the YankeesThis Week’s BetavisionOs 2.5 Beta Out Nowhttps://www.macobserver.com/news/visionos-2-5-beta-out-now/Beta Release noteshttps://developer.apple.com/documentation/visionos-release-notes/visionos-2_5-release-notes PSA: Apple Intelligence for Vision Pro only available in US Englishhttps://9to5mac.com/2025/03/31/apple-intelligence-vision-pro-english/Apple's canceled Federation Square store lives on in Apple Vision Prohttps...2025-04-0855 minGear Up and GoHeadphones and EarbudsWill and Marty talk about headphones and earbuds for traveling situations. Things to Consider When Choosing Headphones/Earbuds for TravelNoise CancellationActive Noise Cancellation (ANC): Great for flights and loud environments.Passive Noise Isolation: Helps in lower-noise settings.Comfort & FitOver-ear vs. in-ear: Which is more comfortable for long periods?Do they come with different ear tip sizes or memory foam tips?PortabilityFoldable design or compact charging case.Space they take up in a carry-on or p...2025-04-071h 03Old Mac GangWelcome to Visual IntelligenceThe Old Mac Gang chat about the parts of Apple Intelligence that they use and enjoy.Apple - Apple Intelligencehttps://www.apple.com/apple-intelligenceApple Embraces Al on Pricey iPhones. Other Devices Will Have Al Toohttps://www.aarp.org/home-family/personal-technology/info-2024/apple-announces-ai.html How to get Apple Intelligencehttps://support.apple.com/en-us/121115iPhone 16 Bible for Seniors: The Ultimate Step-by-Step Guide with Tips, Tricks, and Apple Intelligence for iPhone 16, Plus, Pro, and Pro Max2025-04-0344 minGear Up and GoTravel stories on the ride homeMarty and Will record a show in the car coming back from the airport. Marty describes the tech he used and didn’t use on this trip. DJI Mic Minihttps://www.dji.com/mic-miniPlaud recording devicesPlaud.ai Simo Solis 5G hotspothttps://soliswifi.co/products/solis-5g-hotspot-power-bankThePodtalk.net2025-04-0147 minGear Up and GoVirtual Private Networks - VPNsMarty and Will talk about the usefulness of VPNs and their experiences with them.Security and Privacy Look for a strict no-logs policy and strong AES-256 encryption.Choose VPNs that support secure protocols like WireGuard or OpenVPN.Essential features: kill switch and DNS leak protection.Server Network A large number of servers across many countries ensures better access and speed.Make sure they have servers in regions relevant to your needs (e.g., US for Netflix).Speed and Performance Look for VPN...2025-03-2437 minGear Up and GoMobile Hotspot DevicesWill and Marty talk about mobile hotspot devices and how we’ve used them when traveling.Top 5 Portable wifi hotspotshttps://bestconsumerinsight.com/top-portable-wifi-hotspots/ Top 8 portable wifi hotspotshttps://www.monito.com/en/wiki/best-portable-wifi-hotspot-for-travel LEO Options Starlink, visat, onewebhttps://www.bestbuy.com/site/starlink-mini-kit-ac-dual-band-wi-fi-system-white/6589861.p Traveling Soon? Here's How to Get Secure, Free Wi-Fi Anywherehttps://www.cnet.com/home/internet/get-free-wifi-while-travelingMarty’s Solis 5G device (mentioned in episode)ht...2025-03-1647 min
Vision ProFilesWaiting longer for Apple IntelligenceMarty, Eric and Daniel chat about the latest beta release, unreliable rumors about VisionOS 3.0, and delays in Apple IntelligenceVision OS 2.4b3 (22O5221d ) out today! 2025-03-10https://www.macrumors.com/2025/03/10/apple-seeds-visionos-2-4-beta-3/What we know about it? Well, the macrumors article is an exact copy of the B2 release article!!!Some reddit users reporting improvements in rendering of spatial photosRelease notes from Applehttps://developer.apple.com/documentation/visionos-release-notes/visionos-2_4-release-notes Let’s talk about the iOS...2025-03-111h 06Gear Up and GoChoosing a travel laptopWill and Marty talk about how to decide on purchasing a laptop for travel.1. Portability (Size & Weight)Reason: A lighter and smaller laptop (e.g., ultrabooks or MacBook Airs) is easier to carry in backpacks or luggage without adding bulk or weight.2. Battery LifeReason: Long battery life (8+ hours) is essential when traveling, especially on flights, in transit, or in places where power outlets are scarce.3. Durability & Build QualityReason: Frequent travel exposes laptops to bumps, drops, and environmental conditions. A metal chassis (aluminum...2025-03-1058 minGear Up and GoCharging in your carMarty and Will talk about options for charging your devices while in your car.Will’s car charger AINOPE 72W USB C port Car Charger - 16$ for March 17th deliveryhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B09N9CSBC9 Marty’s Car chargerScosche CPDCC40 PowerVolt 40-Watt Certified USB Type-C Fast Car Charger - 19$ - delivers tomorrow https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08QSP4DC6What Marty usesUSB Type C Cable,(2-Pack 3FT) USB C Charger Cable Car Car...2025-03-0246 min
MacVoicesMacVoices #25078: Live! - Netflix Backtracks, A Vision Pro Upgrade, Advanced Data ProtectionChuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, and Jim Rea drew some unexpected conclusions about Netflix’ decision not to have their content listed on Apple TV as this edition of MacVoices Live! kicked off. The panel also looks at the Vision Pro getting Apple Intelligence (and why it has already had aspects of it), and why you might want to add Advanced Data Protection to your iCloud account. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by our Patreon supporters. Get access to the MacVoices Slack and MacVoices After Dark by joining in at...2025-02-2427 min
MacVoices VideoMacVoices #25073: Live! - Super Bowl Streaming Winners, Ad Losers, and Apple’s Halftime ShowThe Super Bowl as the topic of discussion for the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jeff Butts, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig, Web Bixby, and Eric Bolden…but not for the football. How successful the streaming distribution part was will affect the streaming landscape, which ads worked and which didn’t, and thoughts on the Apple-supported halftime show were on the panel’s minds.
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00:10 Introduction to Mac Voices04:24 Super Bowl St...2025-02-1831 min
MacVoicesMacVoices #25073: Live! - Super Bowl Streaming Winners, Ad Losers, and Apple’s Halftime ShowThe Super Bowl as the topic of discussion for the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jeff Butts, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig, Web Bixby, and Eric Bolden…but not for the football. How successful the streaming distribution part was will affect the streaming landscape, which ads worked and which didn’t, and thoughts on the Apple-supported halftime show were on the panel’s minds. MacVoices is supported by Take Control Books: The Answers You Need Now, From Leading Experts. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:10 Introduction to Mac Voices 04:24 Super Bowl Streaming Experiences 13:52 Tubi and Local Affiliates...2025-02-1831 minVision ProFilesVision Pro gets smarterMarty and Eric speak about the Apple Intelligence rumors and the AVP, display on the headband, and some fun apps involving hummingbirds, archery, and Reddit.Dbrand's Always-On 'Aperture' Case Protects Your Vision Pro Without Interfering With Sensors and Buttonshttps://www.macrumors.com/2025/02/07/dbrand-aperture-vision-pro-case/ This new Vision Pro cover is ugly but also kind of awesomehttps://9to5mac.com/2025/02/07/this-new-vision-pro-cover-is-ugly-but-also-kind-of-awesome/ Dbrand's Aperture cover for Apple Vision Pro certainly makes a statementhttps://appleinsider.com/articles/25/02/11/dbrands-aperture-cover-for-apple-vision-pro-certainly-makes-a-statementNEWS...2025-02-1800 minGear Up and GoLuggage choices and techMarty and Will discuss luggage choices and how tech plays into it. Listen for some good ideas about luggage considerations when you travel.Pros & Cons of using a carry on vs. checked baghttps://travelpro.com/blogs/the-travelpro-blog/pros-and-cons-of-carry-ons-vs-large-suitcasesThe 10 Best Luggage Brands, Tested and Reviewedhttps://www.travelandleisure.com/style/travel-bags/best-luggage-brands Yeti Crossroads 23L backpack https://www.amazon.com/YETI-Crossroads-Backpack-Slate-Blue/dp/B07ZJRLF5RUsing compression/vacuum bags - https://www.ama...2025-02-1540 minVision ProFilesWill there be a M5 Vision Pro?Eric and Marty talk about the rumors that Apple glasses are back on the table, problems with the Super Bowl on Vision Pro, and rumors about M5 chips and Apple Vision Pro.NEWSHow to watch Super Bowl LIX from your iPhone, iPad, or Machttps://appleinsider.com/inside/iphone/tips/how-to-watch-super-bowl-lix-from-your-iphone-ipad-or-mac The Super Bowl is being broadcast with Dolby Atmos audio for the first timehttps://www.engadget.com/entertainment/the-super-bowl-is-being-broadcast-with-dolby-atmos-audio-for-the-first-time-180035421.html This could explain why Apple isn't making AR gl...2025-02-1138 minGear Up and GoRental car stories and tipsWill and Marty chat about tips for getting good rental cars for travel and share stories of their experiences with them.
Sites
15 Secret Ways to Get Cheapest Car Rentals
https://www.travelandleisure.com/travel-tips/ground-transportation/how-get-cheaper-car-rentals
The Cheapest Way to Rent a Car: 10 Tips To Save
https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/find-cheap-car-rental
2025-02-0238 minGear Up and GoUsing the Tripit app as your travel organizerMarty and Will discuss how the Tripit app can get all your travel arrangements in one place.
TripIt.comhttps://www.tripit.com
Pricing and Pro featureshttps://www.tripit.com/web/pro/pricing
New Travel Toy
ElevationLab 10-year air tag holderhttps://www.amazon.com/TimeCapsule-AirTag-10-Year-Battery-Case/dp/B0D1LHBZGL
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MacVoices VideoMacVoices #25004: Live! - FBI Encourages Encryption; An iCloud DebateReacting to some recent security developments, The FBI is recommending utilizing encrypted chat programs like Apple’s Messages. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Mark Fuccio discuss how and why this change of position affects users, especially those who cross platforms, and why the FBI’s position is inconsistently consistent. Then, an iCloud discussion breaks out among the panel based on the dismissal of a lawsuit.
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Chap...2025-01-0841 minGear Up and GoHow we plan packing tech for tripsThis episode of Gear Up and Go, Will and Marty talk about how we each set up to pack our tech gear using lists and apps that help us to not forget the tech.
Marty’s Empty box method
His office and closet Fibber McGee’s closet - Fibber McGee & Molly The Hall Closet
https://youtu.be/h9FGC68YcwM?si=qjO1t_roHyjQ6qqx
Apps for Packing Tech
Packr - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/packr-travel-packing-list/id1208312901
Cost: first list free, additional lists and options with full...2025-01-0429 min
MacVoices VideoMacVoices #25001: Live! - What Does The Intel Chairman’s Resignation Really Mean?The implications of Pat Gelsinger stepping down as Chairman of Intel are discussed and debated by the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, and Mark Fuccio. Will his successor be able to bring Intel back from the brink? Will the company need to divest itself of some divisions to survive? Where does Intel stand in an environment where nanometer processes and AI chip demands are the norm?
MacVoices is supported by the 2024 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide. Great gift ideas to give and get from your...2025-01-0325 min
MacVoicesMacVoices #25004: Live! - FBI Encourages Encryption; An iCloud DebateReacting to some recent security developments, The FBI is recommending utilizing encrypted chat programs like Apple’s Messages. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Mark Fuccio discuss how and why this change of position affects users, especially those who cross platforms, and why the FBI’s position is inconsistently consistent. Then, an iCloud discussion breaks out among the panel based on the dismissal of a lawsuit. MacVoices is supported by Notion. Work Faster, write better, think bigger with Notion. Learn more at notion.com/macvoices Show Notes: Chapters: 00:10...2024-12-3141 min
MacVoicesMacVoices #25001: Live! - What Does The Intel Chairman’s Resignation Really Mean?The implications of Pat Gelsinger stepping down as Chairman of Intel are discussed and debated by the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, and Mark Fuccio. Will his successor be able to bring Intel back from the brink? Will the company need to divest itself of some divisions to survive? Where does Intel stand in an environment where nanometer processes and AI chip demands are the norm? MacVoices is supported by the 2024 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide. Great gift ideas to give and get from your MacVoices friends...2024-12-3125 minGear Up and GoWhat we take with us when we travelMarty and Will use this episode to talk about the tech we take when we travel and mention some tech that will be in future episodes.
Support Websites
Travel and Leisure - The 12 Best Travel Tech Essentials, Tested and Reviewed
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How to Geek - The Best Tech Travel Gadgets of 2024
https://www.howtogeek.com/825140/best-tech-travel-gadgets/
Forbes - The Best Travel Accessories, Reviewed By Our Editors
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MacVoices VideoMacVoices #24305: Live! - Gronk's Apple Investment, Apple Card and Interest RatesIn an investment-focused episode, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, and Mark Fuccio discuss how football star Rob Gronkowski (Gronk) made an Apple investment we all wish we had, and the surprising source of the advice. The discussion then turns to the Apple Card, Apple Savings Account, how the interest rates stack up against the competition, and whether the ease and speed of access constitute a competitive advantage.
Today’s MacVoices is supported by 1Password and their new 1Password Extended Access Management. Security for the way we work today, Learn all...2024-12-2729 min
MacVoicesMacVoices #24305: Live! - Gronk's Apple Investment, Apple Card and Interest RatesIn an investment-focused episode, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, and Mark Fuccio discuss how football star Rob Gronkowski (Gronk) made an Apple investment we all wish we had, and the surprising source of the advice. The discussion then turns to the Apple Card, Apple Savings Account, how the interest rates stack up against the competition, and whether the ease and speed of access constitute a competitive advantage. Today’s MacVoices is supported by 1Password and their new 1Password Extended Access Management. Security for the way we work today, Learn all about the...2024-12-2729 minVision ProFilesIce Dive BabyMarty, Eric, and Daniel dive into this week's Vision Pro stories including new cameras, new immersive videos, and apps you'll enjoy.
NEWS
New developer beta for VisionOS
VisionOS 2.3.1 developer beta
https://developer.apple.com/documentation/visionos-release-notes/visionos-2_3-release-notes
Key Updates in visionOS Developer Beta 2.3.1:
Enhanced Hand Tracking: Developers have noted improvements in hand tracking accuracy, resulting in more responsive gesture recognition and a smoother user experience.
Expanded API Functionality: The update introduces new APIs that provide developers with greater control over spatial a...2024-12-231h 04Gear Up and GoWelcome to the Gear Up and Go podcastWelcome to the first episode of "Gear Up and Go" podcast covering all the apps, hardware, and devices that you use to help you with travel. Marty Jencius, and his son Will Jencius, introduce themselves in this episode and will talk about plans for the upcoming episodes and what fellow tech travelers can expect from each episode.
Look for other shows at ThePodtalk.Net website including the Tech Savvy Professor, The Old Mac Gang, and Vision ProFiles, a podcast about the Apple Vision Pro and other AR/VR headsets. You can also catch me...2024-12-2320 min
MacVoicesMacVoices #24280: Live! - GM Doubles Down Against CarPlay; More Big Fines for Big TechChuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, and Eric Bolden wrap up a MacVoices Live! discussion by looking at GM going all-in against CarPlay in favor of their own vehicle information/entertainment system and claiming the will achieve better integration. The conversation transitioned to a broader look at vehicle operating systems, as well as some of the fines that are being levied by other countries, whether they fit the offense, and if there was an offense at all. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices Dispatch, our we...2024-11-2332 min
MacVoicesMacVoices #24274: Live! - A Tethered Apple Vision Pro?The idea of an Apple Vision Pro has been talked about as a way to make the device more affordable. Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, and Eric Bolden consider the implications of inking the Vision Pro to the iPhone for power and processing and how that would impact the user experience. Whether that would actually result in a significant cost savings is called into question, and the use cases it would and wouldn’t impact are discussed. MacVoices is supported by the new MacVoices Discord, our latest benefit for MacVoices Patrons. S...2024-11-1431 minVision ProFilesThe 2.2 ultrawide episodeIt's here (in beta), Mac Virtual Display in ultrawide. David Ginsburg of "In Touch With iOS" joins Eric, Daniel, and Marty to discuss the ultrawide display, Vision Pro release in two new countries, and some exciting new apps.
NEWS
Betas and new OS
visionOS 2.2 Developer Beta Adds Wide and Ultrawide Modes to Mac Virtual Display
visionOS 2.2 adds new Wide and Ultrawide settings for Mac Virtual Display, more
Apple announces Vision Pro international expansion in two more countries
Apple Vision Pro to launch in South Korea and UAE...2024-11-051h 13
In Touch with iOS330 - New Macs Which Will We Buy? iOS 18.1 Features The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Chuck Joiner,, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet. We start by analyzing Apple’s quarterly earnings, revealing a $95 billion revenue with a significant tax charge, prompting a discussion on the company's financial health. We then transition to the technological advancements in Apple's Vision Pro and its upcoming features. Our conversation also covers the beta release of iOS 18.2, highlighting new tools like Playground and Genmoji while addressing beta testing experiences. Furthermore, we discuss the introduction of new Macs powered by the M4 chip and their impact on the market, be...2024-11-011h 05Vision ProFilesThe sky is falling, notMarty and Eric spend time discussing the clickbait doom and gloom articles on the demise of the Vision Pro and the new Vimeo app designed for spatial video.
NEWS
Tim Cook has surprising definitions of 'success' for Apple Intelligence and Vision Pro
The Sky is Falling
Report: Apple May Stop Producing Vision Pro by the End of 2024
Vision Pro reaches expected production target as Apple shifts supply chain focus
Apple severely cuts Vision Pro production, and may stop it completely very soon
Apple could soon...2024-10-2946 min
MacVoices VideoMacVoices #24259: Live! - Wordpress Controversies and Sonos Customer ConfidenceTwo 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.
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MacVoicesMacVoices #24259: Live! - Wordpress Controversies and Sonos Customer ConfidenceTwo 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 MacVoi...2024-10-2521 min
MacVoicesMacVoices #24251: Live! - The Mayor's Forgotten Password and Apple's Latest AI ModelThe 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 Forg...2024-10-1129 min
MacVoicesMacVoices #24244: Live! - Apple Isn't An OpenAI Investor, No More iMoreThe MacVoices Live! panel of Dave Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet look at why Apple has withdrawn its investment interests in OpenAI, and what it means for Apple Intelligence. The panel also looks at the loss of respected Apple news site iMore, how long the content will be available, and why it happened. Take Control Books: The Answers You Need Now, From Leading Experts. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Opening Remarks 05:53 Apple Not Investing In OpenAI 12:03 iMore's Closure 20:35 The Future of Niche Sites 26:20 Closing Thoughts Links: A...2024-10-0227 minVision ProFilesGazeploit and spatial photography on the new iPhone 16sMarty and Eric discuss their pre-orders, Gazeploit, and spatial photo, video, and audio on the new iPhones.
NEWS
The Regular iPhone 16 Can Capture 3D Spatial Videos
iPhone 16 Enhances Vision Pro Experience With Spatial Photos
GazePloit
Apple fixes dangerous 'GAZEploit' Vision Pro security flaw
Vision Pro Security Flaw That Could Expose What You Typed Was Fixed in visionOS 1.3
Apple Fixes Vision Pro Security Flaw That Could Expose What You Typed
A unique attack could steal your passwords from Apple Vision Pro
GAZEploit...2024-09-1748 min
MacVoices VideoMacVoices #24231: Live! - Discussing Apple's Glowtime Event (3)Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Patrice Brend’amour turn their attention to the iPhone 16 portion of Apple’s Glowtime event, who will be upgrading and who will be waiting. New camera features, storage options and of course, iPhone 16 vs. iPhone 16 Pro Mac all affected the decision-making process. The panel then transitioned into comments on the event itself, its intended audience, and how Apple Intelligence will be rolled out.
Today’s MacVoices is supported by 1Password and their new 1Password Extended Access Management. Security for the way we work t...2024-09-1330 min
MacVoicesMacVoices #24231: Live! - Discussing Apple's Glowtime Event (3)Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Patrice Brend’amour turn their attention to the iPhone 16 portion of Apple’s Glowtime event, who will be upgrading and who will be waiting. New camera features, storage options and of course, iPhone 16 vs. iPhone 16 Pro Mac all affected the decision-making process. The panel then transitioned into comments on the event itself, its intended audience, and how Apple Intelligence will be rolled out.
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Today’s MacVoices is supported by 1Password and their new 1Password Extended Access Management. Security for th...2024-09-1330 min
MacVoicesMacVoices #24231: Live! - Discussing Apple's Glowtime Event (3)Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Patrice Brend’amour turn their attention to the iPhone 16 portion of Apple’s Glowtime event, who will be upgrading and who will be waiting. New camera features, storage options and of course, iPhone 16 vs. iPhone 16 Pro Mac all affected the decision-making process. The panel then transitioned into comments on the event itself, its intended audience, and how Apple Intelligence will be rolled out. 1Password Extended Access Management Today’s MacVoices is supported by 1Password and their new 1Password Extended Access Management. Security for the way w...2024-09-1330 min
MacVoices VideoMacVoices #24225: Live! - Smart Watch Saturation, Microsoft Reissues RecallChuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, and Web Bixby discuss how smart watch use has spread, with the Apple Watch leading the pack. The panel debates the implications of Meta apparently throwing in the towel on competing with the Apple Vision Pro, and the wisdom of Microsoft sending its recall feature out to testers again. Threads is testing expiring posts, leading the panel to contrast one company wanting to capture everything you do on your computer, and another wanting to let you put a time limit on social posts. But will they really disappea...2024-09-0533 min
MacVoicesMacVoices #24225: Live! - Smart Watch Saturation, Microsoft Reissues RecallChuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, and Web Bixby discuss how smart watch use has spread, with the Apple Watch leading the pack. The panel debates the implications of Meta apparently throwing in the towel on competing with the Apple Vision Pro, and the wisdom of Microsoft sending its recall feature out to testers again. Threads is testing expiring posts, leading the panel to contrast one company wanting to capture everything you do on your computer, and another wanting to let you put a time limit on social posts. But will they really disappear?
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MacVoicesMacVoices #24225: Live! - Smart Watch Saturation, Microsoft Reissues RecallChuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, and Web Bixby discuss how smart watch use has spread, with the Apple Watch leading the pack. The panel debates the implications of Meta apparently throwing in the towel on competing with the Apple Vision Pro, and the wisdom of Microsoft sending its recall feature out to testers again. Threads is testing expiring posts, leading the panel to contrast one company wanting to capture everything you do on your computer, and another wanting to let you put a time limit on social posts. But will they really disappea...2024-09-0533 minVision ProFilesNew audio patents and immersive videoMarty and Eric cover this week's Vision Pro news, patents, immersive videos, and fun apps.
News and info
What else is coming to Apple Vision Pro in September?
Content
Elevated, the next Apple Vision Pro immersive video series, will debut on September 6
New Spatial Apps, Games, and Video Coming to Apple Vision Pro
New Super Bowl LVIII Immersive Video and more coming soon to Vision Pro
Betas
Developer notes for beta 8
Apple Seeds Eighth visionOS 2 Beta to Developers For Testing
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MacVoicesMacVoices #24220: Live! - Epic's Grant For An Alternative App Store; Developer PrivacyEpic Games' recent grant to support alternative app stores in the EU raises question of self-interest, conflicts of interest, or whether this represents a genuine push for innovation. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Mark Fuccio, and Web Bixby look at a laughable claim by Google comparing their user privacy focus with Apple’s consider the potential impacts on Apple and the app ecosystem. The panel also discusses new EU regulations requiring developers to disclose personal information, exploring the implications for developer privacy. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacV...2024-08-2819 minVision ProFilesSpatial computing cage matchMarty and Eric are joined by regular panelist Daniel Burkholder to discuss this week's stories on Meta changing its headset. We argue about what spatial computing should be and contemplate what ambient computing might be, along with some new apps.
News and info
Future Apple headsets may use liquid lenses to correct vision
What does the Eyesight screen show about your Apple Vision Pro
Competition
Pico 4 Ultra Launches In China With Specs Slightly Superior To Quest 3
Meta cancels its headset rival to Apple Vision Pro
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MacVoicesMacVoices #24218: Live! - Apple Podcasts, Sports App, and NFC on iPhoneThe MacVoices Live! panel looks at the web accessibility for Apple Podcasts, which enhances distribution for creators. We also explore enhancements to the Apple Sports app, now featuring NFL and college football scores with a focus on user experience through a cleaner interface and reduced advertisements. Lastly, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Mark Fuccio, and Web Bixby discuss Apple's decision to open NFC capabilities to third-party apps. This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available all Patrons of MacVoices. Sign up at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: 2024-08-2732 min
MacVoicesMacVoices #24216: Live - Unpatched Microsoft Mac Vulnerabilities; Screen Recording NotificationsDid you know that Microsoft knows about software vulnerabilities in their Mac software and decided not to patch them? Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Mark Fuccio and Web Bixby talk about how some are locked in to Office365 in spite of the risks. The panel also looks at Apple’s decision to scale back screen recording notifications in the upcoming OS release, and whether the dial needs to be turned off even further. 1Password Extended AccessToday’s MacVoices is supported by 1Password and their new 1Password Extended Access Management. Security for the way we work t...2024-08-2232 minVision ProFilesOne ring to rule them allMarty and Eric talk about the rumors of the Apple Ring to work with glasses, reviews on VisionOS 2.0 and first-timers, new patents, and other stories this week with Apple Vision Pro.
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NEWS
Apple hold secret demos for new Apple Vision Pro features, here are 5 things we could see
Another Apple smart ring patent granted, includes controlling smart glasses
'Apple Ring' Could Control Other Devices like Smart Glasses
Apple has a strange plan to power future Vision Pro with AirPods
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MacVoicesMacVoices #24200: Vision Pro Focus - Getting Social With Apple Vision ProVision Pro Focus is a new series produced as a partnership between MacVoices and the Vision ProFiles Podcast. In the first episode, co-hosts Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, and Eric Bolden discuss the surprising topic of social interaction using the Apple Vision Pro. Mary and Eric discuss the environment created by inSpaze, how it functions, and the social interactions that are occurring there as everyone gets familiar with the new concept of spatial computing. Vision Pro Focus will be published to both the Vision ProFiles feed, as well as to the usual MacVoices feeds and social media channels. Show Not...2024-08-0245 min
MacVoices VideoMacVoices #24200: Vision Pro Focus - Getting Social With Apple Vision ProVision Pro Focus is a new series produced as a partnership between MacVoices and the Vision ProFiles Podcast. In the first episode, co-hosts Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, and Eric Bolden discuss the surprising topic of social interaction using the Apple Vision Pro. Mary and Eric discuss the environment created by inSpaze, how it functions, and the social interactions that are occurring there as everyone gets familiar with the new concept of spatial computing.
Vision Pro Focus will be published to both the Vision ProFiles feed, as well as to the usual MacVoices feeds and social media channels.
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MacVoicesMacVoices #24189: Live! - Vision Pro Demos, iPad Dominates, Beats PillCatching up on some MacVoices discussions, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Web Bixby, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, and Mark Fuccio cover Apple's stock reaching a record high, Phil Schiller's involvement with OpenAI, and the strong presence of iPads in the tech market. The conversation also delves into a new Beats Pill speaker, enhanced with better sound quality and competitive pricing. The panel also discusses Apple Vision Pro demos and how they may affect the perception of the spatial computing device. MacVoices is sponsored by BetterHelp. Stop comparing and start focusing, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com...2024-07-1630 minVision ProFilesMacstock meets Vision ProMarty and Eric record this episode while at Macstock sharing a shortened episode of doing Apple Vision Pro demos for interested attendees.
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NEWS
International
Apple expands Vision Pro to more countries outside the U.S.
Apple Vision Pro Deutschlandstart - Wir waren in Berlin
Apple Vision Pro Germany launch - We were in Berlin
Erste Zeiss Inserts für Apple Vision Pro kommen an - Werte weichen ab
First Zeiss inserts for Apple Vision Pro arrive – values differ
General Interest...2024-07-1527 minVision ProFilesNelson Taruc and designing apps for enterpriseIn this episode, Marty and Eric speak with Nelson Taruc of Lextech about designing enterprise applications for Apple Vision Pro.
NEWS
Developer Vision 2.0 Beta 3 released
Apple Seeds Third visionOS 2 Beta to Developers
visionOS 2 Beta 3 Release Notes
Patent hints at Apple Vision Pro getting new head gestures in the future
Apple is 'formally' working on next year's OS updates: Here are the code names
Right to repair compliance checks rate iPhone 15 an A, Vision Pro an F
Apple says Vision Pro...2024-07-091h 02
MacVoices VideoMacVoices #24173: Road to Macstock - Marty Jencius of the Vision ProFiles PodcastThis Road to Macstock Conference and Expo session features another speaker who is not only presenting on the conference stage, but is also delivering one of the Friday workshops. Marty Jencius of the Vision ProFiles podcast discusses his workshop on AI, focusing on practical applications for enhancing work productivity. He emphasizes hands-on learning and aims to provide attendees with three "wow" moments using AI tools. His conference session, in contrast, will focus on helping others find their own answers and solve their own problems through accessing the many resources the web offers. Marty invites individuals of all skill levels to...2024-06-2825 min
MacVoicesMacVoices #24173: Road to Macstock - Marty Jencius of The Vision ProFiles PodcastThis Road to Macstock Conference and Expo session features another speaker who is not only presenting on the conference stage, but is also delivering one of the Friday workshops. Marty Jencius of the Vision ProFiles podcast discusses his workshop on AI, focusing on practical applications for enhancing work productivity. He emphasizes hands-on learning and aims to provide attendees with three "wow" moments using AI tools. His conference session, in contrast, will focus on helping others find their own answers and solve their own problems through accessing the many resources the web offers. Marty invites individuals of all skill levels to...2024-06-2825 min
MacVoicesMacVoices #24173: Road to Macstock - Marty Jencius of the Vision ProFiles PodcastThis Road to Macstock Conference and Expo session features another speaker who is not only presenting on the conference stage, but is also delivering one of the Friday workshops. Marty Jencius of the Vision ProFiles podcast discusses his workshop on AI, focusing on practical applications for enhancing work productivity. He emphasizes hands-on learning and aims to provide attendees with three "wow" moments using AI tools. His conference session, in contrast, will focus on helping others find their own answers and solve their own problems through accessing the many resources the web offers. Marty invites individuals of all skill levels to...2024-06-2825 min
MacVoicesMacVoices #24170: MVL - Apple Bonds As An Investment and Can Bartender Be Trusted?Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs considered Apple bonds and their tax strategies as an investment alternative to Apple Stock (no investment advice intended!). Then, the MacVoices Live! panel express concerns about transparency and credibility in the software market, especially in light of recent ownership changes in apps like Bartender. The importance of trust and transparency in the tech industry, particularly with apps accessing sensitive data rounds out the conversation. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices Dispatch, our weekly...2024-06-2519 minVision ProFilesMatthew Waller: The Passage app and Vision Pro EnvironmentsMarty and Eric are joined by Matthew Waller, one of the co-developers of the Passage app, to speak about Vision Pro news and apps
NEWS
Post WWDC reviews
visionOS 2 is a promising update with tons of new features - Appleinsider
How Sandwich streamed The Talk Show Live in 3D on Vision Pro - Six Colors
Cheaper Vision Pro?
Apple's Vision Pro team is reportedly focused on building a cheaper headset - The Verge
Apple Reportedly Suspends Work on Vision Pro 2 - Macrumors
Apple...2024-06-251h 05
MacVoicesMacVoices #24168: MVL - Apple, OpenAI, and Money; Pay Now, Not LaterIn a financial-focused discussion, the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs try to make sense of the agreement between Apple and OpenIA for the latter’s ChatGPT service as part of the upcoming releases of the operating systems, and the lack of money trading hands. The panel then looks to the announcement that Apple’s Pay Later option is being discontinued, and at what the options going forward might be. This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoice...2024-06-2529 min
MacVoicesMacVoices #24164: MVL - Sam Altman's Reputation, Spotify Changes Course, and Recall Alarm BellsThe MacVoices Live! panel looks at Sam Altman and OpenAI's recent activities, including their deal with Apple and interest from Microsoft. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs explore Altman's role in AI development and analyze Microsoft's investment in OpenAI. The conversation also covers Spotify's pricing strategies and security issues with Microsoft's Recall feature. Just for fun, we touch on past software products, consumer trends in digital media consumption, and physical media and music streaming transitions. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices Dispatch, our weekly...2024-06-2126 min
MacVoices VideoMacVoices #24162: An AirTag Success Story, Google Privacy, and a Pushy Copilot Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs take on a range of topics, from AirTag's successful tool recovery to Google's privacy issues and Microsoft's AI integration. We explore the pros and cons of AI advancements, while considering privacy, job security, and the broader impact of AI in daily life. We look at the automation trend in industries like fast-food chains and supermarkets and the importance of striking a balance between AI utilization for productivity gains and preserving human judgment and values in decision-making processes.
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MacVoicesMacVoices #24162: An AirTag Success Story, Google Privacy, and a Pushy CopilotChuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs take on a range of topics, from AirTag's successful tool recovery to Google's privacy issues and Microsoft's AI integration. We explore the pros and cons of AI advancements, while considering privacy, job security, and the broader impact of AI in daily life. We look at the automation trend in industries like fast-food chains and supermarkets and the importance of striking a balance between AI utilization for productivity gains and preserving human judgment and values in decision-making processes.
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MacVoicesMacVoices #24162: An AirTag Success Story, Google Privacy, and a Pushy Copilot Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs take on a range of topics, from AirTag's successful tool recovery to Google's privacy issues and Microsoft's AI integration. We explore the pros and cons of AI advancements, while considering privacy, job security, and the broader impact of AI in daily life. We look at the automation trend in industries like fast-food chains and supermarkets and the importance of striking a balance between AI utilization for productivity gains and preserving human judgment and values in decision-making processes. MacVoices is supported by the n...2024-06-1939 minVision ProFilesAndy Hall and Starship SE Corps appMarty and Eric spoke with Andy Hall, developer of the Starship SE Corps app, about leftovers from WWDC and other Apple Vision Pro news.
News
How to download the visionOS 2 developer betavisionOS 2 tidbits: keyboard occlusion, Home View upgrades, more - 9to5mac
New visionOS 2 updates are more significant than Apple initially implied - Appleinsider
No, your Apple TV, Apple Watch, and Apple Vision Pro aren't getting Apple Intelligence - Apple Insider
Cameras for Vision Pro Content
Canon's RF-S dual fisheye lens will help produce...2024-06-181h 09Vision ProFilesEverything VisionOS 2.0 from WWDCMarty and Eric do a late-night episode recording to cover the WWDC VisionOS announcements.
WWDC Keynote
Highlighted apps: NBA, What if.., Unextinct, Blackbox, Thrasher, Runaways, Game Room, Kung Fu Panda, SAP, MyMako
Cannon EOS R7 has a new spatial lens
International roll-out
What’s new in VisionOS 2.0
Create spatial photos from your 2D images
SharePlay for Photos
A redesigned Photos app
Trim any video at an epic scale
Edit spatial videos with Final Cut Pro (Later this year)
New...2024-06-1156 min
MacVoices VideoMacVoices #24103: MVL - A Different App Store; Oregon's Right To Repair LawChuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, and Guy Serle examine and critique a new app store model that will debut as a result of the EU’s requirements, and take a look at whether Oregon’s new Right To Repair law will have a significant impact on Apple…or anything, for that matter.
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MacVoicesMacVoices #24103: MVL - A Different App Store; Oregon's Right To Repair LawChuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, and Guy Serle examine and critique a new app store model that will debut as a result of the EU’s requirements, and take a look at whether Oregon’s new Right To Repair law will have a significant impact on Apple…or anything, for that matter.
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MacVoicesMacVoices #24103: MVL - A Different App Store; Oregon's Right To Repair LawChuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, and Guy Serle examine and critique a new app store model that will debut as a result of the EU’s requirements, and take a look at whether Oregon’s new Right To Repair law will have a significant impact on Apple…or anything, for that matter. 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...2024-04-1230 min
MacVoicesMacVoices #24098: MVL - Agreeing To Disagree About App Store FeesChuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby, Mark Fuccio, and Jeff Gamet conclude a MacVoices Live! conversation about how Apple’s App Store fee critics are charging pretty much the same thing for similar services. That led to a debate over how free apps on the App Store fit into the equation, the costs of hosting, and more…and there were disagreements aplenty. Take Control Books: The Answers You Need Now, From Leading Experts. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Apple's controversies. 00:25 Apple's external payment commissions sc...2024-04-0529 min
MacVoicesMacVoices #24097: MVL - China's Chip Ban; Inflection Team Goes to MicrosoftThe MacVoices Live! crew of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby, Mark Fuccio, and Jeff Gamet have a few thoughts on China’s banning of Intel and AMD chips in government computers, and the way Microsoft “acquired” the Inflection team. A simple hiring, or a dodge around the regulators? 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 th...2024-04-0412 min
MacVoicesMacVoices #24096: MVL - The DOJ Legal Action Against Apple (2)The MacVoices Live! discussion of the DOJ’s action against Apple continues as Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby, Mark Fuccio, and Jeff Gamet examine some of the more unusual aspects of the pleadings, what Apple’s response will be, and how the media is addressing the developments. (Part 2) 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: 00:00 Introd...2024-04-0333 min
MacVoices VideoMacVoices #24091: MVL - Roku's Onerous Terms; Apple, Google, and AI; AirTags Under Fire…Again
The privacy theme rolls on as Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and David Ginsburg look at the almost unbelievable Terms of Service in the most recent Roku update and how it applies to which Roku device/channel/app. Then, the MacVoices panel delivers some initial thoughts on what appears to be a relationship between Apple and Google over AI capabilities, and yet another lawsuit targeting AirTags. No other Bluetooth or GPS tracker, just AirTags.
MacVoices #24091: MVL - Roku's Onerous Terms; Apple, Google, and AI; AirTags Under Fire...AgainThe privacy theme rolls on as Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and David Ginsburg look at the almost unbelievable Terms of Service in the most recent Roku update and how it applies to which Roku device/channel/app. Then, the MacVoices panel delivers some initial thoughts on what appears to be a relationship between Apple and Google over AI capabilities, and yet another lawsuit targeting AirTags. No other Bluetooth or GPS tracker, just AirTags.
This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available all Patrons of MacVoice...2024-03-2727 min
MacVoicesMacVoices #24091: MVL - Roku's Onerous Terms; Apple, Google, and AI; AirTags Under Fire...AgainThe privacy theme rolls on as Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and David Ginsburg look at the almost unbelievable Terms of Service in the most recent Roku update and how it applies to which Roku device/channel/app. Then, the MacVoices panel delivers some initial thoughts on what appears to be a relationship between Apple and Google over AI capabilities, and yet another lawsuit targeting AirTags. No other Bluetooth or GPS tracker, just AirTags. This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available all Patrons of MacVoice...2024-03-2727 min
MacVoices VideoMacVoices #24084: MVL - iOS Developers Can Sell Direct; The EU Changes Their Demands (Again)The struggle between the EU and Apple continues as the EU keeps changing their mind as to what will satisfy them. This time, Apple has announced the availability of a direct download from developers’ web sites. The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Mark Fuccio, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, and Web Bixby discusses and debates this new development, how it relates to the previous skirmishes, and the rules surrounding the option.
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MacVoicesMacVoices #24084: MVL - iOS Developers Can Sell Direct; The EU Changes Their Demands (Again)The struggle between the EU and Apple continues as the EU keeps changing their mind as to what will satisfy them. This time, Apple has announced the availability of a direct download from developers’ web sites. The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Mark Fuccio, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, and Web Bixby discusses and debates this new development, how it relates to the previous skirmishes, and the rules surrounding the option. Today’s MacVoices is supported by Backblaze. MacVoices listeners get a fully featured no risk free trial at Backbl...2024-03-1839 min
MacVoicesMacVoices #24083: MVL - EU Fines Apple, Elon and OpenAI At Odds, Services Selling Your DataBecause they just can’t ignore it, the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Web Bixby consider the fines the fines the EU is imposing on Apple, and why the amount seems a little out of bounds. Elon Musk is suing OpenAI over an unusual issue, and is also trying to get Satya Nadella’s attention, and Tumblr and Wordpress will be marketing your blog posts. Never a dull moment. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices Dispatch, our weekly n...2024-03-1530 min
MacVoices VideoMacVoices #24077: MVL - Apple Gets In The Sports (App) GameChuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Ben Roethig, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, and Jim Rea discuss and debate Apple’s new Sports app. Is it just the beginning, or too little too late? Will Apple TV+ and other streaming services, along with betting, make it a go-to for sports information and programming identification?
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MacVoicesMacVoices #24077 - Apple Gets In The Sports (App) GameChuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Ben Roethig, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, and Jim Rea discuss and debate Apple’s new Sports app. Is it just the beginning, or too little too late? Will Apple TV+ and other streaming services, along with betting, make it a go-to for sports information and programming identification?
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0:02:43 Marty's Passion for...2024-03-0733 min
MacVoicesMacVoices #24077 - Apple Gets In The Sports (App) GameChuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Ben Roethig, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, and Jim Rea discuss and debate Apple’s new Sports app. Is it just the beginning, or too little too late? Will Apple TV+ and other streaming services, along with betting, make it a go-to for sports information and programming identification? Today’s MacVoices is supported by Backblaze. MacVoices listeners get a fully featured no risk free trial at Backblaze.com/macvoices. Go there, play with it, start protecting yourself from potential bad times! Start Today! Show Not...2024-03-0733 min
MacVoicesMacVoices #24067: MVL: How Many Apple Vision Pros Were REALLY Returned?Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Mark Fuccio engage in a MacVoices Live! discussion about the radically conflicting reports of Apple Vision Pro returns, the media properties that seemed to be looking for a story that wasn’t, and what the realities were. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV24067.mp3 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! htt...2024-02-2631 min
MacVoicesMacVoices #24066: MVL - MacVoices Live! Panel Members' Apple Vision Pro UpdatesAfter a week off, the members of the MacVoices Live! panel who purchased an Apple Vision Pro share their updated experiences, and others who have completed the demo chimed in with their impressions. The discussion by Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Mark Fuccio includes using the Apple Vision Pro on an plane, how one owner is solving the problem of justifying the expense, and one panel member who “cheated” to qualify for the demo. This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available all Patrons of...2024-02-2332 min
MacVoicesMacVoices #24049 - The First Few Days With The Apple Vision Pro (3)Topics included in the third and final part of our MacVoices Live! discussion about first impressions of the Apple Vision Pro include third party productivity apps, use cases, the demo experience, and comparisons to other Apple product launches. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanagan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, and Eric Bolden conclude with optimism about the future of the device, and the fact that it will only get better. This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available all Patrons of MacVoices. Sign up at Patreon.com/macvoice...2024-02-1035 min
MacVoices VideoMacVoices #24049 - The First Few Days With The Apple Vision Pro (3)Topics included in the third and final part of our MacVoices Live! discussion about first impressions of the Apple Vision Pro include third party productivity apps, use cases, the demo experience, and comparisons to other Apple product launches. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanagan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, and Eric Bolden conclude with optimism about the future of the device, and the fact that it will only get better.
This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available all Patrons of MacVoices. Sign up at Patreon.com/macvoice...2024-02-1035 min
MacVoicesMacVoices #24047 - The First Few Days With The Apple Vision Pro (2)The second part of our MacVoices Live! discussion about the Apple Vision Pro fins the panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanagan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, and Eric Bolden talking about keyboard experience, using the device with the Mac, and audio options and performance. Accessibility, single loop vs. over-the-head straps, weight considerations, productivity, and even comparisons to Meta’s headsets are included. (Part 2) Take Control Books: The Answers You Need Now, From Leading Experts. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:02:02 Syncing Bluetooth Keyboard with Apple Vision Pro 0:04:39 Connecting...2024-02-0834 min
MacVoicesMacVoices #24045: MVL - The First Few Days With The Apple Vision Pro (1)With only a few days of Apple Vision Pro under their belts, the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanagan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, and Eric Bolden discuss the first experiences with two panel members who made the leap. Topics covered in this part of the discussion include interacting in Zoom and Teams, setting up your persona, the demo process, and the panoramic picture experience. (Part 1) 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 informat...2024-02-0833 min
MacVoicesMacVoices #23182: Road to Macstock - Marty JenciusOur next conversation on The Road to Macstock we speak with Dr. Marty Jenicus, a new speaker at Macstock, about the use of AI in learning. Marty explains how AI can be utilized to create personalized learning schedules and resources for specific skills. We discuss the importance of educators embracing AI tools and the ethical responsibilities that come with it. The impact of AI on education and its broader implications are highlighted and will be included in Marty’s presentation at the conference. Kolide ensures only secure devices can access your cloud apps. It’s Ze...2023-06-2929 min
Grad School DeconstructedGSD008 - To GA or not to GAAs a graduate student, you will likely have to consider whether or not the option to apply for and/or accept a graduate assistantship (GA). In this episode, Steph and Clark get down 'n' dirty discussing the benefits and potential drawbacks of accepting a GA position. Join us for an honest discussion which reflects the voices of you, our listeners, about how to figure out if accepting a GA is right for you.2019-05-2243 min
The Faculty MeetingTFM027 - Teaching: Creating Student-Driven ClassroomsThis week Eric and Marty speak with Dr. Jonathan Orr, Clinical Associate Professor at Georgia State University about creating student-driven classrooms. We start the show by introducing our new Associate Producer, Stephanie Marder, who will be booking guests and keeping Marty and Eric on task.2018-07-031h 08
The Faculty MeetingTFM017 - Developing International Research OpportunitiesThis week Eric and Marty speak with Dr. Antoinette Gines-Rivera, Program Director of Alliance Graduate School of Counseling at Nyack College, NYC She will provide us with conversation about doing international research.2018-02-2746 min
The Faculty MeetingTFM016 - Age as an Aspect of Academic CultureEric and Marty speak with Dr. Monica Band, an Assistant Professor at Marymount University. She will provide us with conversation about age as a cultural consideration with faculty.2018-02-2050 min
The Faculty MeetingTFM015 - Working with your DeanEric and Marty speak with Dr. Tarrell Portman, Dean of the College of Education at Winona State University. She will provide us with a behind-the-scenes look at her role and how faculty can best work with deans.2018-02-0645 min
The Faculty MeetingTFM014 - Preparing Professional Conference ProposalsEric and Marty speak with Dr. Jennifer Cook of Marquette University whose professional duties include coordinating conference program proposal evaluations. She will provide us with a behind-the-scenes look at decisions on conference proposals and what you can do to make your proposals better.2018-01-2949 min