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 The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Mark Fuccio Web Bixby and special switcher guest James Baraniak have some doubts about one of Masimo’s latest claims in the Apple Watch dispute. A discussion about alternatives and pricing to Apple Watch-based pulse oximeters, patent disputes, and patent realities ensues. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Coda, your all-in-one collaborative workspace. Get started with Coda for free and get a $1,000 credit at: https://Coda.io/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:02:20 Apple's Legal Battle and the Merits of the Case 0:06:52 Apple's Controversial $100 Million Decision 0:09:17 Discrepancy in determining Apple's infringement without court decision 0:13:11 Similarities between Engineering and Science Patents 0:15:32 Curiosity about Apple's Claims and Patent Strategy 0:17:07 The Watches Removed from Sale without Trial 0:20:12 The Impact of ITC Ruling on Apple and Masimo 0:28:07 The Evolution of the Apple Watch band controversy Links: Masimo has spent $100 Million In Its Legal Battle With Apple https://appleworld.today/masimo-has-spent-100-million-in-its-legal-battle-with-apple/ The Entrepreneur Who Bet His Company on a Fight With Apple  https://www.wsj.com/tech/joe-kiani-entrepreneur-apple-warning-52eb09a9?st=9mwwi6y1k48bwtb&reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink Apple Watch ban will boost Biden mega-donor whom president calls ‘one of my closest friends’ https://nypost.com/2023/12/28/news/apple-watch-ban-will-boost-joe-biden-mega-donor-joe-kiani/   Guests: 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 00:00:00 Apple Watch Ban and Reversal 00:02:19 Apple's Legal Battle and the Merits of the Case 00:06:52 Apple's Controversial $100 Million Decision 00:09:17 Discrepancy in determining Apple's infringement without court decision 00:13:10 Similarities between Engineering and Science Patents 00:15:31 Curiosity about Apple's Claims and Patent Strategy 00:17:07 The Watches Removed from Sale without Trial 00:20:11 The Impact of ITC Ruling on Apple and Masimo 00:28:06 The Evolution of the Apple Watch band controversy

From CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, Armin Meyer, COO and Founder for heat it, delivers an update on the newest version of their heat-oriented bug-bite treatment device that is iPhone 15-compatible. Approved by the FDA, heat it really works, as Chuck explains.  Show Notes: heat it - Smartphone-Powered Insect Bite Healer - Chemical-Free Relief from Itching & Pain just with Concentrated Heat - for Apple iPhones (6s to 14) (Amazon) 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

From CES Unveiled in Las Vegas, Michael Okoye, CEO of The ADAM App, explains how their app helps you manage what happens to, and who has access to, your digital assets after your death through a unique time-delayed double-key system that you control. Show Notes: 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 0:00:08 The Importance of Protecting Digital Assets After Death 0:00:43 Introducing Adam: All Life Digital Asset Manager 0:01:39 How Adam Solves the Issue of Passing on Digital Assets 0:03:05 Curating Content in Atom for Personal Sharing 0:04:03 Uploading and Storing Personal Photos in Atom

Why does an Android user decide to make the leap to iPhone? The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Mark Fuccio and Web Bixby engage in a good-natured interrogation of James Baraniak, a recent convert. The discussion covers what persuaded James to made the switch, the easy spots and rough spots of the transition, and whether he sees any significant challenges in sticking with his decision. (Spoiler: he doesn’t.)  This edition of MacVoices is supported by Coda, your all-in-one collaborative workspace. Get started with Coda for free and get a $1,000 credit at: https://Coda.io/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:00:00 An Android User's Journey to iPhone Begins 0:07:15 Introducing James Braniak, former Android user, now an iPhone user 0:10:08 Researching and comparing iPhone and Pixel cameras 0:12:25 Mark's questions for James: Name preference and switchover catalyst 0:14:07 Challenges and Learning Curves in Transitioning to iPhone 0:16:07 Managing Everything in One Place with Coda 0:19:47 Privacy and Customization Considerations in Choosing iPhone 0:23:10 Transitioning from PC to iPhone: Porting Photos and Learning Curve 0:24:44 Exploring Android Options and Google Pixel 0:26:21 iPhone Camera Tech and Gaming Considerations 0:28:21 Exploring App Arcade and Games on iPhone 0:30:00 Impressions of Gaming Performance on iPhone and Endorsement for "What the Golf" Game 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. James Baraniak is a biochemist with a passion for bridging science with law. He is majorly invested in all sorts of tech, particularly fond of video games, and have work previously in advising others in terms of electronics. You may reach him on X (formerly Twitter) @JustSimplyJames and watch him on RedButtonJamfest on Twitch. 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, and on his blog, Trending At Work. 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. 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 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 Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He’s been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim@techhub.social on Mastodon. Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? 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The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Ben Roethig, and Jim Rea look at the implications for Apple Watch repairs and the import ban, and why this will be the last time we talk about Beeper (we hope).  This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available all Patrons of MacVoices. Sign up at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:00:00 Apple Watch availability and repair concerns 0:02:28 Introductions and holiday greetings from the panel 0:05:09 Limited availability and repair issues with Apple Watch 0:08:06 Apple's Potential Inability to Repair Watches 0:09:41 Uncertainty Surrounding Replacement Watches and Border Seizures 0:11:02 Import Ban on Watch or Watch Parts? 0:12:23 Creative Solution: Repair Apple Watch in Canada 0:15:14 Apple's Distribution Routes: Direct or via United States? 0:16:16 Purchasing Apple Equipment Abroad and Warranty Concerns 0:17:15 Warranty Issues and Software Restrictions 0:18:41 Complexities of Buying Apple Watches in Canada 0:19:45 Apple Watch Repair Issues and Potential Smuggling 0:26:10 Insecure Connection: The Issue with OnePlus and Mac mini server 0:28:36 Apple's Prerogative: The Decision on iMessage for Android Links: Apple Won't Be Able to Repair Out-of-Warranty Apple Watches Due to Import Ban https://www.macrumors.com/2023/12/21/apple-watch-import-ban-repair-issue/ Apple Watch ban news hub: Everything we know right now https://9to5mac.com/2023/12/26/apple-watch-ban-news/ Beeper hits out at 'interference by Apple' and threatens to throw in the towel if its iMessage-on-Android app is blocked again  https://www.imore.com/apps/messaging-apps/beeper-hits-out-at-interference-by-apple-and-threatens-to-throw-in-the-towel-if-its-imessage-on-android-app-is-blocked-again Beeper has more ridiculous work-arounds for its iMessage bridge hack https://appleinsider.com/articles/23/12/21/beeper-has-more-ridiculous-work-arounds-for-its-imessage-bridge-hack Beeper's CEO wants to sue Apple for blocking its iMessage bridge hack https://appleinsider.com/articles/23/12/20/ceo-claims-beeper-makes-imessage-more-secure-may-sue-apple-for-blocking-it Beeper Mini Resorts to Jailbreaking iPhones to Rescue Blue Bubbles https://www.macrumors.com/2023/12/21/beeper-mini-jailbroken-iphones-rescue-imessage/ 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, and on his blog, Trending At Work. 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 Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He’s been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim@techhub.social on Mastodon. Ben Roethig has been in the Apple Ecosystem since the System 7 Days. He is the a former Associate Editor with Geek Beat, Co-Founder of The Tech Hangout and Deconstruct and currently shares his thoughts on RoethigTech. Contact him on  Twitter and Mastodon. Brittany Smith is a trained cognitive neuroscientist who provides ADD/ADHD, technology, and productivity coaching through her business, Devise and Conquer, along with companion video courses for folks with ADHD. She’s also the cofounder of The ADHD Guild, a community for nerdy folks with ADHD. She, herself, is a self-designated “well-rounded geek”. She can be found on Twitter as @addliberator, on Mastodon as @addliberator@pdx.social, and on YouTube with tech tips. 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 00:00:00 Apple Watch availability and repair concerns 00:02:28 Introductions and holiday greetings from the panel 00:05:08 Limited availability and repair issues with Apple Watch 00:08:05 Apple's Potential Inability to Repair Watches 00:09:40 Uncertainty Surrounding Replacement Watches and Border Seizures 00:11:02 Import Ban on Watch or Watch Parts? 00:12:23 Creative Solution: Repair Apple Watch in Canada 00:15:13 Apple's Distribution Routes: Direct or via United States? 00:16:16 Purchasing Apple Equipment Abroad and Warranty Concerns 00:17:15 Warranty Issues and Software Restrictions 00:18:41 Complexities of Buying Apple Watches in Canada 00:19:45 Apple Watch Repair Issues and Potential Smuggling 00:26:10 Insecure Connection: The Issue with OnePlus and Mac mini server 00:28:36 Apple's Prerogative: The Decision on iMessage for Android

The MacVoices Live! panel considers the most important tech story of the year. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, Ben Roethig, and Jim Rea look at the past and future of AI and Large Language Models.  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: 0:00:00 The Top Tech Developments of 2023 0:01:10 Graphics Generators: The Future of AI in Design 0:01:33 Apple's Preview of AI's Importance 0:03:16 Rapidly Changing Perspectives on AI and Unanswered Questions 0:04:12 Security and Ethics Surrounding Language Models 0:05:12 CES: The Showcasing of AI Products 0:06:07 The Line Between True AI and AI References 0:06:29 AI: Not a Scarlet Letter, Just Like Any Other Product 0:08:24 AI: Existing Examples and Concerns with Personalized AI Systems 0:09:47 The Issue of Transparency and its Origins 0:09:55 Anticipating Actions: Transparency and Definitions Needed 0:11:32 Internal Language Models: Control and Effectiveness 0:13:21 Transitioning into the Unknown: Exciting and Terrifying Times 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, and on his blog, Trending At Work. 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 Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He’s been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim@techhub.social on Mastodon. Ben Roethig has been in the Apple Ecosystem since the System 7 Days. He is the a former Associate Editor with Geek Beat, Co-Founder of The Tech Hangout and Deconstruct and currently shares his thoughts on RoethigTech. Contact him on  Twitter and Mastodon. 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 00:00:00 The Top Tech Developments of 2023 00:00:09 MacVoices Dispatch: Stay Informed with Our Weekly Newsletter 00:01:10 Graphics Generators: The Future of AI in Design 00:01:32 Apple's Preview of AI's Importance 00:03:15 Rapidly Changing Perspectives on AI and Unanswered Questions 00:04:12 Security and Ethics Surrounding Language Models 00:05:11 CES: The Showcasing of AI Products 00:06:06 The Line Between True AI and AI References 00:06:29 AI: Not a Scarlet Letter, Just Like Any Other Product 00:08:24 AI: Existing Examples and Concerns with Personalized AI Systems 00:09:47 The Issue of Transparency and its Origins 00:09:54 Anticipating Actions: Transparency and Definitions Needed 00:11:32 Internal Language Models: Control and Effectiveness 00:13:20 Transitioning into the Unknown: Exciting and Terrifying Times

A major car manufacturer is moving away from digital touch screens and back to analog for various functions. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Brittany Smith, Jeff Gamet, Ben Roethig, and Jim Rea discuss how this relates to Apple’s CarPlay ambitions and how other car manufacturers are addressing the integration of entertainment and vehicle controls. Panel members share their experiences and preferences.  Today’s edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Live!, our weekly live panel discussion of what is going in the Apple space as well as the larger tech world, and how it is impacting you. Join us live at YouTube.com/MacVoicesTV at 8 PM Eastern 5 PM Pacific, or whatever time that is wherever you are and participate in the chat, or catch the edited and segmented versions of the show on the regular MacVoices channels and feeds.   Show Notes: Chapters: 0:00:58 Analog vs Digital Controls in a Fully Virtual Environment 0:02:23 Challenges with CarPlay and Apple Music Menus 0:03:12 Tesla's screen-only control sparks debate in car industry 0:05:41 Balancing necessary functionality and core functionality in car controls 0:08:34 Tesla's emphasis on voice control and menu navigation 0:09:53 Comparing Apple CarPlay's user-friendly buttons to other interfaces 0:10:34 Frustrations with the Lexus and Tesla Infotainment Systems 0:11:56 Comparing Steps to Listen to Radio Programming 0:13:09 Choosing the Source: Streaming, Apple Music, Satellite, or FM 0:14:17 Cumbersome Menu Navigation in BMW Cars 0:17:59 Challenges and Successes of Voice Control in Infotainment Systems 0:18:41 Potential Issues with Touchscreen-only Infotainment Systems 0:19:36 Teslas with Screens: A Common Sight on the Road 0:20:26 Tesla's Control Alt Delete: Easy Reboot on the Steering Wheel Links: Volkswagen is returning to physical buttons instead of touch controls  https://www.engadget.com/volkswagen-drivers-want-more-physical-buttons-instead-of-touch-controls-044931087.html 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, and on his blog, Trending At Work. 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 Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He’s been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim@techhub.social on Mastodon. Ben Roethig has been in the Apple Ecosystem since the System 7 Days. He is the a former Associate Editor with Geek Beat, Co-Founder of The Tech Hangout and Deconstruct and currently shares his thoughts on RoethigTech. Contact him on  Twitter and Mastodon. Brittany Smith is a trained cognitive neuroscientist who provides ADD/ADHD, technology, and productivity coaching through her business, Devise and Conquer, along with companion video courses for folks with ADHD. She’s also the cofounder of The ADHD Guild, a community for nerdy folks with ADHD. She, herself, is a self-designated “well-rounded geek”. She can be found on Twitter as @addliberator, on Mastodon as @addliberator@pdx.social, and on YouTube with tech tips. 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 00:00:58 Analog vs Digital Controls in a Fully Virtual Environment 00:02:22 Challenges with CarPlay and Apple Music Menus 00:03:12 Tesla's screen-only control sparks debate in car industry 00:05:41 Balancing necessary functionality and core functionality in car controls 00:08:34 Tesla's emphasis on voice control and menu navigation 00:09:53 Comparing Apple CarPlay's user-friendly buttons to other interfaces 00:10:34 Frustrations with the Lexus and Tesla Infotainment Systems 00:11:56 Comparing Steps to Listen to Radio Programming 00:13:08 Choosing the Source: Streaming, Apple Music, Satellite, or FM 00:14:16 Cumbersome Menu Navigation in BMW Cars 00:17:58 Challenges and Successes of Voice Control in Infotainment Systems 00:18:40 Potential Issues with Touchscreen-only Infotainment Systems 00:19:35 Teslas with Screens: A Common Sight on the Road 00:20:26 The Speedometer Story: Driving without Knowing the Speed

Microsoft announces the sunsetting of their HoloLens Mixed Reality Headset just as Apple readies the Vision Pro. Strange timing? Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Brittany Smith, Jeff Gamet, Ben Roethig, and Jim Rea dive in with their thoughts on why and why not, and what the Vision Pro needs to succeed.  Take Control Books: The Answers You Need Now, From Leading Experts.   Show Notes: Chapters: 0:00:00 Microsoft's Decision to Sunset Mixed Reality Headset 0:00:29 Windows Mixed Reality Deprecation and Surprise 0:01:17 The Impact on the Mixed Reality Market 0:01:36 Microsoft's Shift to AI and Abandoning VR 0:03:11 Microsoft's History of Misreading the Market 0:05:42 Microsoft's hesitation in fully committing to a product. 0:07:20 Speculations on Microsoft's strategy and internal dynamics. 0:10:05 A Curious Idea Arises 0:10:11 Ben's Intriguing Perspective on Market Share and Foundations 0:10:40 Windows vs. Other Operating Systems 0:11:51 Transition to VR Headset Discussion 0:11:58 Virtual Reality Headsets: A Solution in Search of a Problem? 0:14:32 Microsoft 365: More Business-oriented than Consumer-focused 0:15:43 Apple's Slow Production and Supply Constraints 0:17:14 Consumer Perception: Gaming vs. Other Applications 0:19:13 Interest from Professionals Needing Large Virtual Desktops 0:21:55 Considering the practicality of using headsets 0:23:02 Exploring the potential applications but uncertain about logistics 0:24:38 Medical and technological obstacles to overcome 0:25:12 The Cost of the New Device Links: Microsoft is killing its Windows VR platform — announces deprecation of 'Windows Mixed Reality’  https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/windows-11/microsoft-is-killing-its-windows-vr-platform-announces-deprecation-of-windows-mixed-reality 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, and on his blog, Trending At Work. 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 Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He’s been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim@techhub.social on Mastodon. Ben Roethig has been in the Apple Ecosystem since the System 7 Days. He is the a former Associate Editor with Geek Beat, Co-Founder of The Tech Hangout and Deconstruct and currently shares his thoughts on RoethigTech. Contact him on  Twitter and Mastodon. Brittany Smith is a trained cognitive neuroscientist who provides ADD/ADHD, technology, and productivity coaching through her business, Devise and Conquer, along with companion video courses for folks with ADHD. She’s also the cofounder of The ADHD Guild, a community for nerdy folks with ADHD. She, herself, is a self-designated “well-rounded geek”. She can be found on Twitter as @addliberator, on Mastodon as @addliberator@pdx.social, and on YouTube with tech tips. 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 00:00:00 Microsoft's Decision to Sunset Mixed Reality Headset 00:00:28 Windows Mixed Reality Deprecation and Surprise 00:01:16 The Impact on the Mixed Reality Market 00:01:35 Microsoft's Shift to AI and Abandoning VR 00:03:10 Microsoft's History of Misreading the Market 00:05:42 Microsoft's hesitation in fully committing to a product. 00:07:19 Speculations on Microsoft's strategy and internal dynamics. 00:10:05 A Curious Idea Arises 00:10:11 Ben's Intriguing Perspective on Market Share and Foundations 00:10:40 Windows vs. Other Operating Systems 00:11:51 Transition to VR Headset Discussion 00:11:58 Virtual Reality Headsets: A Solution in Search of a Problem? 00:14:32 Microsoft 365: More Business-oriented than Consumer-focused 00:15:42 Apple's Slow Production and Supply Constraints 00:17:13 Consumer Perception: Gaming vs. Other Applications 00:19:13 Interest from Professionals Needing Large Virtual Desktops 00:21:54 Considering the practicality of using headsets 00:23:01 Exploring the potential applications but uncertain about logistics 00:24:38 Medical and technological obstacles to overcome 00:25:12 The Cost of the New Device

The GatorGrip stand for tablets and iPhones make a great addition to your iPhone or iPad. Find out how these minimalist stands function in both portrait and landscape modes, take up no room, and represent a simple solution that makes your device more usable.  Show Notes: Links: GatorGrip web site GatorGrip Phone Stand on Amazon GatorGrip Tablet Stand on Amazon 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 00:00:09 Introducing the Gator Grip line of stands for devices 00:01:12 Simple and effective design of the Gator Grip stand 00:03:29 Benefits and pricing of the Gator Grip stands for devices

To wrap up the MacVoices Live! holiday party, Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, and Brittany Smith critique a company claiming to eavesdrop on phone conversations, condemning the invasion of privacy and the gathering conversation keywords for targeted marketing. Flipboard and Threads moving to the Fediverse, Threads' growth with over 10 million users in six months and where they stand in relation to their competition are reviewed and preferences commented on.  This edition of MacVoices is supported by the MacVoices Holiday Gift Guides. Holiday conversations and great gear picks by our panelists. Check them out: http://MacVoices.com/HolidayGiftGuides Show Notes: Chapters: 0:01:13 Commentary on the use of audio in a podcast 0:01:56 Android vs. iPhone: The Debate Begins 0:02:31 Unethical Business Practices and the Stupidity of Bragging 0:04:02 Ethics vs. Useful Data: Targeted Marketing Dilemma 0:06:13 The Stupidity Factor: Apps Listening to Conversations? 0:09:42 Flipboard and Threads Joining the Fediverse 0:11:23 Debate on the Cultural Impact of Threads vs X 0:14:36 Distinguishing X as a Microblogging Platform from Twitter 0:23:01 Webb's abuse in the chat room and holiday season farewell 0:26:47 Mastodon ProView Challenge: Show Love to Jim on Mastodon Links: One advertiser may be able to listen in on you — if you have an older Android device  https://appleinsider.com/articles/23/12/15/one-advertiser-may-be-able-to-listen-in-on-you----if-you-have-an-android-phone Marketing company claims it can eavesdrop on your conversations thru your devices  https://9to5mac.com/2023/12/15/eavesdrop-on-your-conversations/ Flipboard is moving to the fediverse  https://www.engadget.com/flipboard-is-moving-to-the-fediverse-170426320.html Visualizing How Big Tech Companies Make Their Billions  https://www.visualcapitalist.com/big-tech-companies-billions/ 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. 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 Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He’s been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim@techhub.social on Mastodon. Ben Roethig has been in the Apple Ecosystem since the System 7 Days. He is the a former Associate Editor with Geek Beat, Co-Founder of The Tech Hangout and Deconstruct and currently shares his thoughts on RoethigTech. Contact him on  Twitter and Mastodon. Brittany Smith is a trained cognitive neuroscientist who provides ADD/ADHD, technology, and productivity coaching through her business, Devise and Conquer, along with companion video courses for folks with ADHD. She’s also the cofounder of The ADHD Guild, a community for nerdy folks with ADHD. She, herself, is a self-designated “well-rounded geek”. She can be found on Twitter as @addliberator, on Mastodon as @addliberator@pdx.social, and on YouTube with tech tips 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 00:01:12 Commentary on the use of audio in a podcast 00:01:55 Android vs. iPhone: The Debate Begins 00:02:30 Unethical Business Practices and the Stupidity of Bragging 00:04:02 Ethics vs. Useful Data: Targeted Marketing Dilemma 00:06:13 The Stupidity Factor: Apps Listening to Conversations? 00:09:41 Flipboard and Threads Joining the Fediverse 00:11:22 Debate on the Cultural Impact of Threads vs X 00:14:36 Distinguishing X as a Microblogging Platform from Twitter 00:23:01 Web's abuse in the chat room and holiday season farewell 00:26:47 Mastodon ProView Challenge: Show Love to Jim on Mastodon