Marty Jencius

Join Marty Jencius, a professor and tech podcaster, along with Guy Serle, host of MyMac Podcast, and Jill McKinley, an IT expert, as they dive into Apple's latest innovations. They discuss the impressive updates to Vision Pro, sparking debates on its commercial viability. The gang also shares thoughts on iOS 18.4 functionalities, the cool integration of Apple Music for DJs, and the implications of WhatsApp becoming a default app. Plus, they highlight upcoming events like Macstock and a hilarious new comedy series on Apple TV+.

Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, an educator championing innovative learning; Marty Jencius, a counseling professor and podcaster active in tech; and Eric Bolden, a tech podcaster focused on macOS and VisionOS discuss Apple’s choice to use Google’s Gemini for Siri. They debate privacy and control, how Gemini might integrate with Apple systems, and contrast Apple’s approach with Microsoft’s Copilot that offers no opt-out.

Marty Jencius, a tech commentator, shares his favorite practical accessories like a MagSafe wallet and a portable EKG monitor. Michael D.J. Eisenberg, a Mac community contributor, offers travel essentials including a surge protector and a clever AirTag-ready money clip. Patrice Brend'amour, a tech journalist from Europe, recommends innovative AI development tools and travel routers. Together, they curate a tech-savvy gift guide that caters to both Apple users and frequent travelers.