MacVoices

Chuck Joiner

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  1. 9 hr ago

    MacVoices #26279: Live! - HomePod mini 2 and Apple TV 4K: Worth the Upgrades?

    Apple's new HomePod mini 2 and Apple TV 4K spark debate over pricing, surround sound capabilities, compatibility, and the value of upgrading. The MacVoices Live! panel examines Apple's premium streaming experience, compares competing devices from Roku and Amazon, and disagree about whether new features justify higher costs. Storage, performance, advertising, and smart TV privacy concerns round out a discussion of the latest iteration of Apple's home entertainment strategy.  The panel includes Chuck Joiner, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, Eric Bolden, and Marty Jencius. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by our Patreon supporters. Get access to the MacVoices Slack and MacVoices After Dark, along with other patron benefits, by joining in at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to HomePod Mini 2 and Apple TV Updates 00:26 HomePod Mini 2 Features and Color Options 01:03 Four-Speaker Surround Sound and Compatibility Requirements 02:11 Wireless Surround Sound and Multiroom Audio 04:30 HomePod Mini 2 Pricing, AI Features, and Upgrade Value 05:36 Comparing HomePod Surround Sound with Alternative Systems 07:06 Apple TV 4K Requirements for Four-Speaker Audio 07:45 Upgrading Existing HomePods and Apple TV Hardware 09:16 New Apple TV 4K Features and Far-Field Microphones 10:13 Panelists Discuss Their Apple TV Upgrade Plans 11:08 Disappointment with Apple's Pricing and Limited Innovations 13:09 The $299 Apple TV and Its Future 14:17 Storage Requirements and Lower-Cost Streaming Competitors 15:02 Advertising and the Benefits of Apple's Cleaner Interface 16:21 Storage, Downloading, and Streaming with Limited Bandwidth 18:48 Downloading Content on Apple TV Versus iPad 20:07 Why Older Apple TVs Remain Useful 21:25 Choosing Streaming Hardware Based on Individual Needs 22:17 Apple TV Performance Compared with Amazon Fire TV 24:38 Replacing Fire TV Devices with Apple TV 25:19 Will Apple Continue Making Apple TV Hardware? 26:36 Roku, Apple TV Subscriptions, and Cross-Platform Viewing 28:10 Apple TV in Business, Conference Rooms, and Kiosks 29:37 Missing Audio Passthrough and Audiophile Concerns 30:36 Apple TV Branding and Smart TV Privacy 31:37 Apple's LG Partnership and Privacy Questions 32:40 Closing Remarks Links: Apple updates the HomePod mini with more audio features and new colors https://www.engadget.com/2285033/apple-homepod-mini-2-launch-siri-ai-later/ There are better-sounding and cheaper options than four HomePods for surround sound https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/10/13/there-are-better-sounding-and-cheaper-options-than-four-homepods-for-surround-sound   Apple refreshes the Apple TV 4K for Siri AI https://www.engadget.com/2285043/new-apple-tv-4k-with-siri-ai/   Apple debuts the Apple Home Collection of smart devices, including cameras, thermostats and door locks https://www.engadget.com/2285070/apple-debuts-the-apple-home-collection-of-smart-devices-including-cameras-thermostats-and-door-locks/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ 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 podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

    MacVoices #26279: Live! - HomePod mini 2 and Apple TV 4K: Worth the Upgrades?

  2. 1 day ago

    MacVoices #26278: Live! - Apple HomeView: First Impressions, Features, and Buying Decisions

    Apple's new HomeView takes center stage (no pun intended) as the panel examines its design, features, pricing, and potential role in the smart home. From tabletop and wall-mounted models to HomeKit integration, FaceTime, calendars, and home automation, the discussion explores practical uses and limitations. Panelists who have already ordered HomeView share their buying decisions, while others question its capabilities, third-party support, and competition.  The panel includes Chuck Joiner, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, and Marty Jencius. Want to put your brand in front of an engaged audience of Apple and technology enthusiasts? MacVoices offers sponsorship opportunities that connect your products and services with viewers and listeners who care about technology and the companies behind it. Put MacVoices to work for your brand. Visit MacVoices.com/contact and get in touch to explore sponsorship opportunities. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Apple HomeView First Impressions 00:45 Introduction to Apple's Welcome Home Announcements 01:30 Meet the Panel 05:40 Apple's HomeView Takes Center Stage 06:15 First HomeView Orders and Buying Decisions 07:15 Wall-Mounted vs. Tabletop HomeView Models 09:00 HomeKit Integration and FaceTime Possibilities 10:35 HomeView Pricing, Mounting Costs, and Speakers 12:00 Home Automation and Reasons to Wait 15:00 Evaluating HomeView's Features and Capabilities 20:00 Smart Home Integration and Practical Applications 25:00 Questions About Apps, Widgets, and Third-Party Support 29:00 Operating Temperature Limitations 30:15 Future Software Updates and Potential Improvements 31:30 CarPlay Integration and iPhone Connectivity 32:15 HomeView Screen Size and Aspect Ratio 34:00 Physical Dimensions, Counter Space, and Display Adjustments 35:00 Comparing HomeView with Amazon Echo Show and Google 37:30 HomeView as a Home Office Communication Device 39:00 FaceTime, Center Stage, and Calendar Integration 40:40 Closing and Support Information Links: Apple unveils HomeView, the company's smart display built for Siri AI https://www.engadget.com/2285072/apple-launch-homeview-smart-display-siri-ai/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ 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 podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

    MacVoices #26278: Live! - Apple HomeView: First Impressions, Features, and Buying Decisions

  3. 2 days ago

    MacVoices #26277: Live! - Evolving Full Disk Access For Security, and Voluntary AI Regulations

    Apple's warning about AI agents misusing Full Disk Access sparks a debate over Mac security, privacy, and the potential consequences for developers and users. The MacVoices Live! panel examines Apple's permission system, the need for more granular controls, and concerns about restricting legitimate applications and developer options. The discussion also questions Mark Zuckerberg's involvement in drafting the White House's voluntary AI regulatory accord and whether self-regulation is the best solution to potentially dangerous advances in AI.  The panel includes: Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Marty Jencius 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 Introduction and AI Security Concerns 00:47 Zuckerberg's Role in Drafting Trump's AI Accord 02:34 The Challenges of Voluntary AI Regulation 03:43 Apple's Warning About AI Agents and Full Disk Access 05:41 Developer Concerns About Potential macOS Restrictions 08:10 Could Apple's Security Changes Disadvantage Competing AI Tools? 09:15 Why Apple's Current Permission System Needs Improvement 10:49 Granular Permissions, Read-Only Access, and Security Auditing 12:00 Potential Approaches to Restricting AI Agents 13:15 Practical Advice for Managing Mac Application Permissions 15:49 Balancing Privacy, Security, and Application Functionality 16:24 Panelist Introductions and Closing Remarks 22:28 Show Wrap-Up and Final Thoughts Links: Apple sounds the alarm on AI agents and 'Full Disk Access' - Engadget https://www.engadget.com/2276186/apple-sounds-the-alarm-on-ai-agents-and-full-disk-access/ Unspecified Full Disk Access Screw Tightening https://mjtsai.com/blog/2026/10/05/unspecified-full-disk-access-screw-tightening Privacy, Full Disk Access and AI agents https://eclecticlight.co/2026/10/06/privacy-full-disk-access-and-ai-agents/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ 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 podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

    MacVoices #26277: Live! - Evolving Full Disk Access For Security, and Voluntary AI Regulations

  4. 3 days ago

    MacVoices #26276: Live! - Mac mini M5 Pro vs. Mac Studio, Googlebook 's App Problems, Meta's Muse

    The panel compares the M5 Pro Mac mini and Mac Studio, examining performance, pricing, upgrades, and video rendering capabilities. They also discuss Android app compatibility problems on Google's new computers, Meta's controversial Muse AI collecting personal relationship information, Facebook's continuing relevance for content creators, and ChatGPT's new virtual clothing try-on capabilities.  The panel includes: Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Marty Jencius. 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: 00:00 Introduction and Episode Topics 00:42 Comparing the M5 Pro Mac mini and Mac Studio 03:05 Mac mini Performance, Memory, Storage, and Pricing 05:47 Experiences with M4 and M4 Pro Mac minis 08:04 Google's Android App Compatibility Problems 09:13 The Future of Chromebooks and Google's New Computers 09:47 Reconsidering the M5 Pro Mac mini vs. Mac Studio 11:28 Real-World Video Rendering Performance 12:12 On-Device AI, MacWhisper, and Transcription 13:07 Using Descript for Faster Video Production 13:42 Meta Muse and AI-Generated Relationship Profiles 14:38 Privacy Concerns About Meta's Personal Data Collection 15:23 Facebook's Continuing Relevance 16:13 Facebook as a Conference and Content Distribution Platform 17:06 Balancing Facebook's Audience Reach Against Privacy Concerns 18:18 ChatGPT's Virtual Clothing Try-On Feature 19:04 Closing and Support Information Links: Mac mini M5 Pro review: Mini gets serious, with one caveat https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/10/05/mac-mini-m5-pro-review-mini-gets-serious-with-one-caveat?utm_source=rss Google admits some 'complex' Android apps run poorly on Intel Googlebooks - Engadget https://www.engadget.com/2277034/google-admits-some-complex-android-apps-run-poorly-on-intel-googlebooks/ Extracted system prompts show Meta's Muse compiles "a page for every person in the user's life", with facts, history, tips to improve relationships, and more https://www.techmeme.com/261004/p16#a261004p16 Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ 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 podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

    MacVoices #26276: Live! - Mac mini M5 Pro vs. Mac Studio, Googlebook 's App Problems, Meta's Muse

  5. 6 days ago

    MacVoices #26275: Live! - Removing Apple Intelligence, iPhone 18 vs. AT&T, More iCloud Email Addresses

    The risks and rewards of removing Apple Intelligence to reclaim storage storage space space are debated, along with some experiences of performance problems following macOS upgrades. They investigate reports of iPhone 18 Pro Max failures on AT&T, debating whether hardware, software, or carrier networks are responsible. The conversation concludes with new, expanded iCloud+ email alias options, custom domains, and the advantages of owning a personal domain.  The panel includes: Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Marty Jencius. MacVoices is supported by Origin Technology. Origin is endpoint AI observability. See what a trace looks like at https://originhq.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Links: Remove Apple Intelligence from MacOS 27 Golden Gate with RemoveMacAI
https://osxdaily.com/2026/10/06/remove-apple-intelligence-from-macos-27-golden-gate-with-removemacai/ You Might Need to Replace Your iPhone 18 Pro Max https://lifehacker.com/tech/you-might-need-to-replace-your-iphone-18-pro-max Apple and AT&T Have Yet to Explain Cause of iPhone 18 Pro Max Issue https://www.macrumors.com/2026/10/05/apple-att-yet-to-share-cause-of-iphone-issue/ iCloud+ just rolled out an improved perk for subscribers - 9to5Mac https://9to5mac.com/2026/10/05/icloud-just-rolled-out-an-improved-perk-for-subscribers/ Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction and Episode Topics 00:35 – Removing Apple Intelligence to Reclaim Storage Space 01:20 – Performance Concerns on Older Macs 02:00 – Why Users Want Apple Intelligence Completely Disabled 03:10 – Removing AI from macOS Versus Disabling It on iOS 04:00 – Could Removing Apple Intelligence Save 31GB? 05:35 – Evaluating the Risks of Third-Party Removal Tools 07:20 – macOS Upgrade Performance Problems on an M1 Ultra Mac Studio 08:50 – Investigating Indexing, Rosetta, and System Slowdowns 10:00 – Older Computers and the Demands of New Operating Systems 10:55 – Origin Sponsor Message 13:00 – iPhone 18 Pro Max Connectivity Failures on AT&T 14:15 – Qualcomm Modems and Possible Carrier Configuration Problems 15:20 – Software Updates and Phones That May Require Replacement 16:20 – Hardware Failure or AT&T Network Problem? 18:15 – Investigating Possible Network Registration Issues 20:00 – Why Replacing Affected iPhones May Be the Easiest Solution 21:00 – Apple's Modem Choices and Possible Supply Chain Considerations 22:45 – iCloud+ Expands Email Alias Options 23:45 – Using Custom Domains with iCloud Mail 25:10 – Domain Registration and the Benefits of Owning Your Email Domain 26:20 – Closing Remarks Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ 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 podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

    MacVoices #26275: Live! - Removing Apple Intelligence, iPhone 18 vs. AT&T, More iCloud Email Addresses

  6. 8 Oct

    MacVoices #26274: TV+ Talk - Apple TV's Winning Strategy: Quality Over Quantity, iPhone Duo, and Holiday Programming

    In a slight detour from their regular topics Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner discuss the iPhone 18 Pro, the upcoming iPhone Duo experience, and the challenges of managing Apple subscriptions. Turning back to television, they explore Apple's new London music venue, upcoming holiday programming featuring Snoopy and Peanuts, and research revealing Apple's emphasis on scripted entertainment. The discussion examines how Apple's quality-focused streaming strategy distinguishes it from competitors like Netflix, Disney+, and HBO Max with plenty of examples.  Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Apple's Streaming Strategy, iPhone Duo, and Holiday Programming 00:31 Welcome Back to TV Plus Talk 01:10 Charlotte's First Impressions of the iPhone 18 Pro 02:18 Chuck's Decision to Try the iPhone Duo 03:45 Watching Apple TV and Video Podcasts on a Foldable iPhone 05:19 Could the iPhone Duo Replace an iPad Mini? 07:31 Evaluating the iPhone Duo's Size and Practicality 08:40 Screen Time, Portability, and Foldable Phone Concerns 09:30 Using the iPhone Duo's External Display 10:33 Managing Apple Subscriptions and Free Trials 12:00 Keeping Track of Subscription Renewals 13:00 Carrier Promotions and Subscription Frustrations 15:00 Evaluating the Value of Apple One 16:20 Apple's New Music Venue at Battersea Power Station 17:30 Elton John Opens Apple Music Hall 19:00 Apple Music Hall and Apple's Entertainment Ecosystem 20:20 Potential Concert Recordings and Apple TV Productions 22:40 Apple's Upcoming Holiday Programming 23:00 Snoopy, Fraggle Rock, and Charlie Brown Holiday Specials 25:00 The Cultural Importance of Peanuts Holiday Classics 26:00 Free Streaming Dates for Charlie Brown Specials 27:45 Research Reveals Apple's Growing Investment in Scripted Content 28:30 Apple's Quality-Over-Quantity Entertainment Strategy 30:00 Comparing Scripted and Unscripted Content Across Streaming Services 30:45 Apple TV, Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video, and HBO Max Statistics 32:15 The Long-Term Value of Scripted Entertainment 33:00 Apple TV Viewing Statistics and Top-Performing Shows 34:30 How Apple's Content Strategy Differs From Competitors 36:00 Why Apple's Streaming Strategy Appears to Be Working 36:45 Could Apple's Entertainment Strategy Change? 38:00 Looking Ahead to a Ted Lasso Review 39:00 Closing Comments Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ 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 podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

    MacVoices #26274: TV+ Talk - Apple TV's Winning Strategy: Quality Over Quantity, iPhone Duo, and Holiday Programming

  7. 7 Oct

    MacVoices #26273: Live! - Remembering Steve Jobs, John Ternus and Design, Choosing iPhone Duo

    After Day 1, the panel compares Amazon Prime Day deals and strategies for separating real bargains from inflated discounts. On a more serious note, they reflect on the 15th anniversary of Steve Jobs' death. John Ternus' increased focus on design and what it could mean for Apple's future, and the the iPhone Duo's replaceable display layer and other improvements designed to address traditional foldable-phone weaknesses wrap up the session.  The panel includes: Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, and Marty Jencius. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV26273.mp3 MacVoices is supported by Origin Technology. Origin is endpoint AI observability. See what a trace looks like at https://originhq.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: Remembering teve Jobs, 15 years after his death | AppleInsider https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/10/05/remembering-steve-jobs-seven-years-after-his-death?utm_source=rss   Design is a Jobsian-level focus for John Ternus https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/10/04/design-is-a-jobsian-level-focus-for-john-ternus?utm_source=rss   Apple says iPhone Duo has 'replaceable' folding display layer to minimize crease https://9to5mac.com/2026/10/01/apple-says-iphone-duo-has-replaceable-folding-display-layer-to-minimize-crease/   Using an iPad mini to preview the iPhone Duo experience - 9to5Mac https://9to5mac.com/2026/10/02/using-an-ipad-mini-to-preview-the-iphone-duo-experience/ Links: DJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal Stabilizer for Phone, 3-Axis Stabilization https://link.amazon/B09lEEwf4 DJI Mic Mini (2 TX + 1 RX + Charging Case) https://link.amazon/B0jfOi3tJ UGREEN Maxidok Thunderbolt 5 Docking Station, 8TB M.2 NVMe SSD Support https://link.amazon/B0b2EKIfE Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ 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 podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

    MacVoices #26273: Live! - Remembering Steve Jobs, John Ternus and Design, Choosing iPhone Duo

  8. 6 Oct

    MacVoices #26272: Briefing - The Twelve South AirFly Drive Wireless CarPlay Adapter

    The Twelve South AirFly Drive Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto Adapter makes wired CarPlay wireless without the reliability problems common to other adapters. Setup is simple, connections occur within seconds, and extensive driving produced no dropped connections. Voice calls, apps, vehicle controls, and two-phone pairing all work seamlessly, making it a compact and affordable CarPlay upgrade.  This MacVoices is supported by our new MacVoices series, Foreshadowing Tech, that examines the effect of media depictions of tech and tech culture on real-world tech, and how real-world has affected technology depictions in the media. Check it out at http://macvoices.com/foreshadowingtech. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 AirFly Drive Wireless CarPlay Briefing 00:27 Introducing the Twelve South AirFly Drive 00:34 The Problems With Other Wireless CarPlay Adapters 02:05 A Compact Alternative to Larger Adapters 02:17 Simple Bluetooth Pairing and Setup 02:35 Fast Automatic CarPlay Connections 02:49 Reliability on the Road 03:04 Voice Calls, Apps, and Vehicle Controls 03:15 Pairing Two Different Phones 03:29 USB-A to USB-C Compatibility 03:43 Comparing the AirFly Drive to Other Adapters 03:48 Price and Color Options 03:54 Final Thoughts on Wireless CarPlay Links: Twelve South AirFly Drive Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto Adapter https://link.amazon/B02NvZmix 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 podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

    MacVoices #26272: Briefing - The Twelve South AirFly Drive Wireless CarPlay Adapter
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