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Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner review the Apple TV+ announcements at Apple Worldwide Developer Conference keynote, focusing on the service’s quality-driven strategy and user interface compared to other streaming services. Shows present and future, including Loot, Shrinking, Franklin, and Manhunt were discussed, and a shift towards situational comedies explored. All this content leads to the need for an effective time management plan to watch. 
Show Notes: Chapters:
00:18 TV Plus Talk with Chuck Joiner and Charlotte Henry
06:48 Recognition for Charlotte's Dedication
12:08 Streaming App Interfaces Discussion
21:40 Reviewing Apple TV Plus Show "Argyle"
24:36 Excitement for "Presumed Innocent" Series
28:32 Budgeting Time for TV Viewing
33:15 Encouraging Audience Interaction
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 The Addition blog, her podcast, in her The Addition newsletter on substack, and on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.
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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Guy Serle, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Kelly Guimont, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs examine the efforts by Humane Pin to sell the company for substantial amounts of money, and how that reflects on the company’s founding, investor motivations, and wearable technology interests. To wrap up, the panel looks at Microsoft's Recall and concerns surrounding privacy and data security, comparing it to other monitoring apps and highlighting potential risks. Recall's collection of personal information without user consent, our doubts about data security and user control and contrasting Microsoft's Recall rollout with Apple's practices conclude the discussion. 
 

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Show Notes: Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:03 Humane Pin's Failed Sale
02:17 Interest in Wearables
04:17 Evaluating the AI Pin
06:10 High Price of the AI Pin
08:06 Microsoft's Recall Feature
12:30 Privacy Concerns with Recall
19:27 Concerns about Recall's Data Storage
21:50 Mixed Reactions to Microsoft's Recall
Links:
Wearable AI Pin maker Humane is reportedly seeking a buyer https://www.engadget.com/wearable-ai-pin-maker-humane-is-reportedly-seeking-a-buyer-035322167.html?guccounter=1
UK watchdog looking into Microsoft AI taking screenshots https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cpwwqp6nx14o
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, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @brian8944@mastodon.cloud.
Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @jgamet@mastodon.social on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet.
David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @daveg65@mastodon.cloud
Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. You can also hear her on The Aftershow with Mike Rose, and she still has more to say which she saves for Twitter and Mastodon. 
Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession ‘firsts,’ including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about

Our trip down the Road to Macstock Conference and Expo takes us to first-time presenter Brian Flanigan-Arthurs. His unique presentation will discuss navigating sports content in the Apple ecosystem as a cord-cutter. The challenges and advantages of accessing sports content without traditional cable subscriptions, the changing landscape of sports streaming, and the complexities of in-market and out-of-market teams. The delivery of live sports coverage is evolving; Brian’s session will help guide you through your strategy to watch what you want to watch. 
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Show Notes: Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to MacVoices on the Road to MacStock
01:00 Introducing Brian Flanagan-Arthurs, a MacVoices Live panelist
05:02 Brian's role as an educator and trainer
06:45 Exploring Brian's interest in sports and cord-cutting
13:26 The challenges and benefits of navigating sports streaming options
13:26 The impact of technology and betting on sports viewing
13:26 The evolving landscape of sports streaming and broadcasting
16:11 Creating a guide for accessing sports content without cable
19:24 Connecting with Brian via Mastodon for further discussions
21:14 Conclusion and invitation to MacStock Conference and Expo
Guests:
Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @brian8944@mastodon.cloud.
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At NAB in Las Vegas, Melanie Kubasik, Sales Director for iStorage, discussed their options for securely storing your data whether it is on the desktop or on one of their portable devices. Their solutions encrypt the data on their device, accessible by entering in a numeric code. For the enterprise, the device can have both a user and an administrator password. If the password is entered incorrectly too often, the device securely deletes the data. Melanie talks about the form factors and colors available, how the security engages for the portable models, and demonstrates how the access process works. 
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00:02 Introduction at NAB 2024
04:50 Range and Prices
07:17 Additional Features and Colors
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The MacVoices Panel provided their thoughts, opinions, and favorite features on Apple’s WWDC keynote announcements in a full-length session that saw panel members coming and going due to schedule commitments. From why we loved the opening skit to the positive reaction as indicated by the Apple stock price, operating system updates to the much anticipated AI (Apple Intelligence) announcements, the panel gave high marks to what some analysts felt would be the most important WWDC keynote in years (or ever). Panelists included Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, Mark Fuccio, Brittany Smith, Eric Bolden. 
 
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Show Notes: Chapters:
01:14 Diving into the WWDC keynote
01:37 Jim Ray's experiences at WWDC
02:50 Social interactions at WWDC
05:29 Dinner conversations and socializing at WWDC
06:03 Panel members' experiences post-WWDC
0 8:17 Jeff Gamet's early departure plans
10:28 Discussing favorite WWDC announcements
12:49 Customizing iPhone and Mac features
14:41 Enhancing photos with spatial photography
15:59 Controlling iPhone from Mac
18:02 Exciting features for Apple Watch
19:24 Exciting customization options in iOS 18
21:14 Recognition of pro hardware makers by Vision Pro
22:51 Britt's commitment to leave
23:36 Evaluating Apple Mail announcements
26:00 Search for the ultimate mail client
26:15 Pinning mail for quick access
30:30 Apple TV Plus show lineup
38:14 Protecting online privacy with ExpressVPN
41:47 Introduction to the Apple intelligence system
45:39 Accessibility and usability of Apple's AI features
47:43 Catching Up
47:47 Speculations on Upgrades
48:00 iOS User Interface Changes
49:10 Apple Intelligence Expectations
50:11 Layers of Apple Intelligence Onion
51:08 ChatGPT Integration
51:44 Apple Intelligence Layers Discussion
51:53 Adding Functionality to System
52:21 Processing Capabilities
52:36 Large Language Models
53:31 Domain-Specific Knowledge
53:51 Tapbacks and Message Enhancements
54:27 Genmojis Thoughts
54:46 Compelling Genmojis
55:03 Handwriting Enhancements Excitement
58:35 Keyboard Visibility Improvements
59:58 Vision OS Discussion
1:00:53 Vision Pro Excitement
1:01:30 Confidence in Apple's Intelligence
1:02:06 Sharing Vision Pro
1:06:51 Spatial Photos Impressions
1:08:44 Improving Handwriting
1:13:35 Scheduling Messages Feature
1:14:21 Nod and Shake Controls
1:20:34 Voice Isolation Feature
1:22:34 Shopping List and Apple Credit Card Tip
1:25:50 Concerns about AI
1:32:26 Background Shenanigans
1:33:22 MacVoices Schedule and Chat Room Appreciation
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, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
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, LinkedIn, or on Mastodon.
Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The

Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Guy Serle, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Kelly Guimont, and Brian Flanigan-Arthurs examine Spotify's discontinuation of their car device, sparking controversy over sustainability and efforts by users to keep the device functioning, The conversation shifts to Samsung's repair shop policies and the controversy it has sparked. Legal concerns, consumer rights, and Samsung's marketing strategies are explored, with skepticism about their practices, and whether this should affect your interest in Samsung devices. 
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Show Notes: Chapters:
00:19 Spotify's Car Thing Discontinued
06:54 Resurrecting Spotify's Car Thing
09:18 Remembering Microsoft Kin and Other Failed Devices
14:35 Samsung's Onerous Repair Demands
16:27 Legal and Ethical Concerns with Samsung's Repair Requirements
18:25 Investigative Journalism on Samsung's Repair Contract
20:33 Challenges Faced by Independent Repair Shops
24:34 Sharing Concerns with Android Owners
26:55 Wrapping Up Discussions on Tech Companies
Links:
Spotify will kill Car Thing units later this year, tells owners to throw them away 
https://9to5google.com/2024/05/23/spotify-car-thing-dead/
Car Thing discontinued 
https://support.spotify.com/us/article/car-thing-discontinued/

Microsoft Kin 
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Microsoft_Kin

Samsung Requires Independent Repair Shops to Share Customer Data, Snitch on People Who Use Aftermarket Parts, Leaked Contract Shows 
https://www.404media.co/samsung-requires-independent-repair-shops-to-share-customer-data-snitch-on-people-who-use-aftermarket-parts-leaked-contract-shows/

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, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @brian8944@mastodon.cloud.
Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @jgamet@mastodon.social on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet.
David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @daveg65@mastodon.cloud
Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. You can also hear her on The Aftershow with Mike Rose, and she still has more to say which she saves for Twitter and Mastodon. 
Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest