Is This a HomePod Minni?

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The MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #5 features gift ideas from Brittany Smith, Mike T. Rose, and David Ginsburg. From storage devices to wellness, audio and video, this one has something for everyone. (Part 1)

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Guests: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.Michael T. Rose began his Mac-centric career with a decade-plus stint in editorial technology at Entertainment Weekly & LIFE magazines, starting as a college intern right around when the Mac IIx was launched. After leaving the print publishing world, Mike worked as an IT lead and creative director for an NYC events and marketing agency. In 2013 he switched trains once again, and now enjoys his #dreamjob at Salesforce as a lead solution engineer. From 2006 to early 2015, Mike was a proud editor and contributor at The Unofficial Apple Web Log (TUAW), now folded into Engadget. Mike & his family live in Brooklyn, NY. You can find him on Twitter, and you can also hear him on The Aftershow with Kelly Guimont.Brittany Smith is a cognitive neuroscientist who provides a variety of consulting services through her business, Devise and Conquer that includes ADD/ADHD coaching, technology coaching, productivity consulting, and more. She is a self-designated “well-rounded geek”, and holds a M.S. degree in Cognitive Neuroscience. She can be found on Twitter as @addliberator. Check out her latest project, a YouTube channel of tech tips.

Links:Gift Guide Links:

MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide (all picks) on the MacVoices Web site

MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide (all picks) on Flipboard (Also available in the Flipboard app)

Brittany’s Picks:

Anker Premium 60W 5-Port Desktop Charger with One 30W Power Delivery Port

Anker USB C Hub, PowerExpand 6-in-1 USB C PD Ethernet Hub with 65W Power Delivery, 4K HDMI, 1Gbps Ethernet, USB-C Data Port, 2 USB 3.0 Data Ports

Mike’s Picks:

Twelve South AirFly Pro | Wireless Transmitter/Receiver with Audio Sharing for up to 2 AirPods/Wireless Headphones to Any Audio Jack for use on Airplanes, Boats or in Gym, Home, auto

Sonos Roam

David’s Picks:

elago R5 Locator Case Compatible with 2021 Apple TV Siri Remote and Compatible with Apple AirTag - Lanyard Included

ADG 9-in-1 100W GaN Charger USB-C Docking Station, QC 3.0 PD USB-C Hub, Desktop Charging Station