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Our annual MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide series kicks off with ideas of things to give or get from David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Mike T. Rose, and host Chuck Joiner. From affordable to expensive, practical to less practical, there is something for everyone…and we’re just getting started! (Part 1) 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: MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide 2023 on Flipboard https://flipboard.com/@chuckjoiner/2023-macvoices-holiday-gift-guide-hrivlnr7z Chapters: 0:00:00 The start of MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide for 2023. 0:07:01 Discovering the Beautiful Art of the Fantasy Kingdom 0:08:27 Unexpectedly Cool Gift Recommendations 0:12:35 The Durable and Practical Rothko Tech Bag 0:12:56 iPad Sizes and Compatibility 0:16:22 Apple Watch as a Safety Device 0:18:26 Sonos Move: Original vs. Move 2 0:21:09 Raspberry Pi 5: A Tinkerer's Delight 0:23:27 Consider Raspberry Pi 4 for immediate gift-giving 0:27:02 Raspberry Pi 5: Significantly faster and worth the wait 0:28:08 Raspberry Pi 4 Model B: Dual 4K HDMI Output 0:29:27 Versatile Charging Solution for Different Devices 0:31:21 Highly Recommended for Charging Various Devices 0:32:26 Aircard - Familiar Name, Indestructible Design 0:35:24 Twinkly Lights - Digital Twin of Physical Lights, HomeKit Compatible Links: David Ginsburg’s Picks: Anker Power Bank, 24,000mAh Portable Charger 65W Battery Pack https://amzn.to/47xfvWw Sonos Move - Battery-Powered Smart Speaker  https://amzn.to/3SEyXwg Sonos Move 2  https://amzn.to/3QKxe66   Jeff Gamet’s Picks: The Mysteries Hardcover by Bill Watterson (Author), Bill Watterson and John Kascht (Illustrator)  https://amzn.to/3QWiemC Raspberry Pi 4 Model B 2019 Quad Core 64 Bit WiFi Bluetooth (4GB)  https://amzn.to/40Az1yW Raspberry Pi 5  https://www.raspberrypi.com/products/raspberry-pi-5/   Mike T. Rose’s Picks: Rothco Vintage Canvas Tech Bag  https://amzn.to/47Ane6d Rolling Square, inCharge XL, 6-in-1 Multi Charging Cable, 100W Ultra-Fast Charging Power, 6.5ft/2m, Summit Yellow  https://amzn.to/46t2cWd Rolling Square inCharge X Portable Keychain Charger Cable, 6-in-1 Multi Charging Cable with 100W Ultra-Fast Charging Power, Lava Black  https://amzn.to/3sGS3XM Rolling Square Aircard - Bluetooth Card Sized GPS Tracker with Business Card NFC/QR Code & Find My Network Compatibility - 2.2mm Super Thin  https://amzn.to/49yeHSZ Chuck Joiner's Picks: Apple Watch Series 9  https://amzn.to/3QY4bNG Apple's Crash Detection saves another life: mine  https://appleinsider.com/articles/23/11/04/apples-crash-detection-saves-another-life-mine Twinkly Strings App Controlled 157 Feet Smart Christmas Lights with 600 RGB LEDs and Green Wire for Indoor and Outdoor Decorative Lighting  https://amzn.to/3ueqYfc MacVoices #20074: CES – Twinkly Takes Holiday Lights to the Next Level  https://www.macvoices.com/macvoices-20074-ces-twinkly-takes-holiday-lights-to-the-next-level/ MacVoices #23038: CES – Twinkly Introduces Tiles, New Software, and Gamer Support https://www.macvoices.com/macvoices-23038-ces-twinkly-introduces-tiles-new-software-and-gamer-support/   Guests: 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. 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.   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 start of MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide for 2023. 00:07:00 Discovering the Beautiful Art of the Fantasy Kingdom 00:08:27 Unexpectedly Cool Gift Recommendations 00:12:35 The Durable and Practical Rothko Tech Bag 00:12:55 iPad Sizes and Compatibility 00:16:21 Apple Watch as a Safety Device 00:18:26 Sonos Move: Original vs. Move 2 00:21:09 Raspberry Pi 5: A Tinkerer's Delight 00:23:27 Consider Raspberry Pi 4 for immediate gift-giving 00:27:01 Raspberry Pi 5: Significantly faster and worth the wait 00:28:07 Raspberry Pi 4 Model B: Dual 4K HDMI Output 00:29:26 Versatile Charging Solution for Different Devices 00:31:20 Highly Recommended for Charging Various Devices 00:32:25 Aircard - Familiar Name, Indestructible Design 00:35:24 Twinkly Lights - Digital Twin of Physical Lights, HomeKit Compatible

Our conversation about the challenges Goldman Sachs faces in their partnership with Apple for the Apple Card continues as David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Mark Fuccio, Kelly Guimont, and Brittany Smith question their ability to capitalize on the relationship and debate whether they are losing money or using Apple as a scapegoat. We wrap with a discussion of a high-priced Tinder tier and whether it might actually be worth it. (Part 3) 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: 0:03:13 Speculation on the reasons behind Goldman's difficulties with Apple0:07:42 Apple Card's Cashback Rewards0:09:10 Consumer Credit Troubles for Goldman and Apple0:10:40 The $500 a Month Tinder Tier0:12:15 The Dating Pool for Wealthy Individuals0:13:14 A Happy Ending and Satisfied Customers0:14:29 Eric's Facepalm Streak Continues0:14:58 Exploring the Pros and Cons of the Dating Game0:16:52 Challenges of Modern Dating and the Appeal of Paid Services0:17:20 The Evolution of Online Communication: From IRC to AOL0:19:28 Chat Room Comments and the Importance of Online Communities0:21:16 The Love Story: Paid Dating Service for Two Years Links: Goldman Sachs regrets Apple Card, and is trying to escape the dealhttps://appleinsider.com/articles/23/10/16/goldman-sachs-regrets-apple-card-and-is-trying-to-escape-the-deal How the Apple-Goldman Sachs relationship became an unhappy marriagehttps://appleinsider.com/articles/23/07/25/how-the-apple-goldman-sachs-relationship-became-an-unhappy-marriage How the Partnership Between Apple and Goldman Sachs Souredhttps://12ft.io/proxy?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.theinformation.com%2Farticles%2Fhow-the-partnership-between-apple-and-goldman-soured The Morning After: Tinder’s $500 a month tier is herehttps://www.engadget.com/the-morning-after-tinders-500-a-month-tier-is-now-open-to-everyone-who-can-afford-it-111517880.html 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, 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 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. 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? 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Our discussion of the new Apple USB-C Pencil continues with David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Mark Fuccio, Kelly Guimont, and Brittany Smith The panel delves into the decision to sacrifice inductive charging for a lower price on the latest model and advise on which version to purchase based on individual needs. The panel also touches on confusion surrounding the naming of different Apple Pencil versions before starting to explore Goldman Sachs' reported dissatisfaction with the Apple Card deal and speculate on their decision-making. (Part 2)  This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available all Patrons of MacVoices. Sign up at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:00:23 Selecting the Right Apple Pencil Model 0:04:11 Exploring the benefits of the Apple Pencil 0:08:50 Considerations when deciding between Apple Pencil models 0:13:32 Apple Pencil: A Misunderstood Product 0:15:11 The affordable iPad: A great option for basic needs 0:16:02 Apple's decision to release new product with unique feature set 0:17:40 Delayed release of new iPads due to logistical challenges 0:19:26 Jim's New Era of Using the Apple Pencil 0:19:54 Goldman Sachs wants out of the Apple card deal 0:22:29 Goldman Sachs spending $350 per card for customer acquisition 0:28:28 Responsible Credit Card Usage with Apple Card 0:30:33 Limited Profitability for Goldman Sachs with Apple Card 0:31:40 Apple's Motive for Playing Devil's Advocate 0:31:46 Apple's Data Collection for Intelligence Links: Apple Pencil (USB-C) ​​​​​​ https://amzn.to/3Szzlfx Apple Pencil (2nd Generation) https://amzn.to/474OqtW Apple Pencil (1st Generation) https://amzn.to/3MB1XRN Stylus Pen for iPad 9th&10th Generation-2X Fast Charge Active Pencil Compatiblehttps://amzn.to/40wEXsG Stylus Pen for iPad(2022-2018) with Palm Rejection, FOJOJO Active Pencil Compatible https://amzn.to/47q9ryV Charging Case Compatible with Apple Pencil 2nd Generation Only, Magnetic Charging Stand for Ipad Pen 2nd Gen vhttps://amzn.to/3FPxnjz Goldman Sachs regrets Apple Card, and is trying to escape the dealhttps://appleinsider.com/articles/23/10/16/goldman-sachs-regrets-apple-card-and-is-trying-to-escape-the-deal How the Apple-Goldman Sachs relationship became an unhappy marriage https://appleinsider.com/articles/23/07/25/how-the-apple-goldman-sachs-relationship-became-an-unhappy-marriage How the Partnership Between Apple and Goldman Sachs Soured https://12ft.io/proxy?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.theinformation.com%2Farticles%2Fhow-the-partnership-between-apple-and-goldman-soured   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, 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 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.  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 00:00:22 Selecting the Right Apple Pencil Model 00:04:11 Exploring the benefits of the Apple Pencil 00:08:49 Considerations when deciding between Apple Pencil models 00:13:32 Apple Pencil: A Misunderstood Product 00:15:11 The affordable iPad: A great option for basic needs 00:16:02 Apple's decision to release new product with unique feature set 00:17:39 Delayed release of new iPads due to logistical challenges 00:19:54 Goldman Sachs wants out of the Apple card deal 00:22:28 Goldman Sachs spending $350 per card for customer acquisition 00:28:27 Responsible Credit Card Usage with Apple Card 00:30:32 Limited Profitability for Goldman Sachs with Apple Card 00:31:40 Apple's Motive for Playing Devil's Advocate 00:31:46 Apple's Data Collection for Intelligence

Our conversation with Josh Centers about his new Take Control of iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 continues with a look at the challenges of keeping up with iOS changes and their impact on different devices. We address the confusion between iOS and hardware changes and consider the fragmentation in the iPhone lineup. We touch on the limited improvement in the iPad camera and the iPad's functionality compared to a Mac. We highlight specific features and discuss frustrations with accessing menus and features on various devices. (Part 2) Today’s MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Featured Gear like the Rolling Square inCharge X Portable Keychain Charger Cable. This 6-in one lets you connect almost anything to anything for both data transfer and charging, and is designed to have on your key ring, ready anywhere, any time. Find the links at MacVoices.com/FeaturedGear. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:00:00 Introduction to "Taking Control of iOS 17 and iPad OS 17"0:00:12 Portable Keychain Charger Cable for On-the-Go Charging0:02:04 Handling Fragmentation and Compatibility Challenges in iOS Devices0:04:14 Exploring Special iPhone Features in a Separate Chapter0:06:01 Covering Older iPhone Models in the Book0:07:48 Addressing Differences in Gestures and Muscle Memory in iPhones0:09:53 Usability Issue: Action Button Placement0:10:35 iPadOS 17: Notable Updates and Personalization0:10:45 Conclusion and closing remarks0:12:17 Window control feature on iPad Pro (name unknown)0:12:30 Improved Stage Manager in iPadOS0:13:51 Lack of Improvement in iPad Camera0:15:25 New Tools in Notes App, Geared toward iPad0:17:00 The iPad as a Mac replacement?0:17:29 iPad vs MacBook Air: Which is More Useful?0:18:45 iPad's Limitations as a Work Device0:19:09 Frustration with Google Docs on iPad0:21:06 Desire for iPad to be a primary work device0:22:47 Upgrade policy for the book and future updates0:24:22 Anticipating a Year Until the Desired Event0:24:30 Introduction and Overview of Josh's various projects Guests: Josh Centers manages the TextExpander Blog and is the Editor-In-Chief of Unprepared.life, as well as a Take Control Books author. He is a former Managing Editor of TidBITS and the publisher of Apple Buying Advice. He's also an occasional contributor to Macworld, Boing Boing, and The Sweethome. You can keep up with him on X/Twitter, and his blog at joshcenters.com. 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

Josh Centers looks at the new features in Apple’s latest mobile operating systems in new book, Take Control of iOS 17 and iPadOS 17. We start with small refinements in iOS 17, collaborative efforts in Apple feature set and limitations of the voice assistant, Josh also touches in changes in the camera zoom features, his experience with the iPhone 15 Pro as it relates to iOS 17, and the new Action Button. (Part 1)  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: 0:02:01 iOS 17 and iPadOS 17: Small refinements and distractions 0:04:57 Sharing AirTags and enhancing the Apple ecosystem in iOS 17 0:06:43 The Shift to Ecosystem Features 0:08:34 Apple's Devices as a Unified Ecosystem 0:11:11 Confusion with Device Activation Commands 0:12:28 Naming Options for Amazon Devices 0:13:14 The Camera: The Big Feature in the New Release 0:13:34 Late Adopter: Upgrading to a New iPhone 0:15:17 An abundance of camera features on the iPhone. 0:17:35 The struggle with big and heavy phones 0:19:12 Confusion about iPhone 15's camera features and seeking advice 0:20:02 Action button: Step sideways or step up? 0:21:39 Experimenting with the Action button's functionality 0:25:28 Pro Button: Voice Memos and Note-Taking Guests: Josh Centers manages the TextExpander Blog and the Editor-In-Chief of Unprepared.life as well as a Take Control Books author. He iis a former Managing Editor of TidBITS and the publisher of Apple Buying Advice. He's also an occasional contributor to Macworld, Boing Boing, and The Sweethome. You can keep up with him on X/Twitter, and his blog at joshcenters.com. 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 Introduction to iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 by Josh Centers 00:00:11 Introducing Mac Voices Magazine for Apple enthusiasts 00:02:00 iOS 17 and iPadOS 17: Small refinements and distractions 00:04:57 Sharing AirTags and enhancing the Apple ecosystem in iOS 17 00:06:42 The Shift to Ecosystem Features 00:08:34 Apple's Devices as a Unified Ecosystem 00:11:11 Confusion with Device Activation Commands 00:12:27 Naming Options for Amazon Devices 00:13:13 The Camera: The Big Feature in the New Release 00:13:33 Late Adopter: Upgrading to a New iPhone 00:15:17 An abundance of camera features on the iPhone. 00:17:34 The struggle with big and heavy phones 00:19:12 Confusion about iPhone 15's camera features and seeking advice 00:20:01 Action button: Step sideways or step up? 00:21:38 Experimenting with the Action button's functionality 00:25:27 Pro Button: Voice Memos and Note-Taking

The second part of our conversation with Larry O’Connor, Founder and CEO  of Other World Computing (OWC), wraps up the confusion around Thunderbolt versions and hardware. Larry then looks at the opportunities for more creativity with the capabilities of iPhone 15, a new OWC utility that evaluates external drives for video use with it, and a surprising warning for PC users or those using drives with PCs. (Part 2)  Today’s MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Featured Gear. Get more done with your tech, like the Elgato Stream Deck. Providing 6, 15, or 32 programmable, customizable keys to trigger pretty much anything that can be done on your Mac, the Stream Deck can save you hours of productivity time. Get the details and link at MacVoices.com/FeaturedGear. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:00:38 Introduction to Larry O'Connor and Thunderbolt 3 vs. Thunderbolt 4 0:09:42 Intel's Mistake with Thunderbolt 4 Naming 0:11:36 Differentiating Thunderbolt 3 and Thunderbolt 4 0:12:38 Understanding the complexity of Thunderbolt technology 0:16:06 iPhone 15: A Powerful Tool for Creative Professionals 0:16:51 iPhone 15 Pro's professional video capabilities 0:18:30 SpeedTest for iPhone ensures drive performance for direct capture 0:21:16 Ensuring Confidence in Drive Testing 0:22:35 Apple making video editing accessible for professionals and home users 0:24:15 The importance of using APFS for data protection 0:29:58 The Rapid Progress of Technology 0:30:47 Apple's Easy-to-Use Products 0:32:45 Plans for CES and Appreciation for Customers Guests: Larry O’Connor is the Founder and CEO of Other World Computing (aka OWC). Connect with him on X/Twitter as @OWCLarry. 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 00:00:37 Introduction to Larry O'Connor and Thunderbolt 3 vs. Thunderbolt 4 00:02:26 Thunderbolt 3: Performance for peripherals and devices 00:05:04 Thunderbolt 4: Limited bandwidth for specific functions 00:06:41 Thunderbolt 3: Example of performance with Thunderbolt 3 ProDock 00:08:06 Thunderbolt 4: Rigid requirements and compatibility with Macs 00:09:43 Thunderbolt 4: Limited support and compliance on PC side 00:11:36 Differentiating between Thunderbolt 3 and Thunderbolt 4 00:12:37 Understanding the complexities of Thunderbolt technology 00:14:00 Thunderbolt compatibility and performance on Mac vs PC 00:16:51 iPhone 15 Pro: A Game-Changer in Video Production 00:18:16 Introducing SpeedTest for iPhone - Ensuring Optimal Performance 00:20:30 SpeedTest App: Avoiding Surprises and Compatibility Issues 00:21:16 Ensuring Confidence in Drive Testing 00:22:35 Apple's devices breaking barriers in video creation 00:30:47 Simplifying Complexity with Apple Products 00:32:31 Appreciation for Customers and Solutions

Larry O’Connor, Founder and CEO  of Other World Computing (OWC) discusses Apple’s new M3 chips, Thunderbolt 3 vs. Thunderbolt 4 and how the two relate. Thunderbolt designations can be confusing, and Larry helps us understand the differences and why we need to pay attention when selecting both computers and peripherals. (Part 1)  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: 0:01:40 Larry's reactions to Apple's new M3 lineup and laptops 0:02:54 Initial thoughts on the price and display support 0:04:32 Thunderbolt 4 requirements and Apple's smooth play 0:05:43 M3 Base Model Supports Single External Display 0:07:44 Apple's Claims of Chip Superiority 0:09:45 Apple's Biggest Competition: Themselves 0:11:09 The M3 in iMac and competitive confusion 0:13:17 The Importance of Usage and Performance in Technology 0:14:51 Apple's M3 and Performance Comparisons 0:16:59 The Allure of Gear Lust and Apple's Standards 0:17:59 MacBook Air vs MacBook Pro: Size and Specs Comparison 0:18:51 Apple's positioning challenge between desktops and laptops 0:20:47 Potential implications of Thunderbolt 5 adoption by Apple 0:23:06 The limited benefits and rush for Thunderbolt 5 0:24:21 Apple's M3s and the Magic of Apple Silicon 0:25:44 Apple's Thunderbolt: Exploring Lightning-Fast 40 Gigabit Interface Guests: Larry O’Connor is the Founder and CEO of Other World Computing (aka OWC). Connect with him on X/Twitter as @OWCLarry. 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 00:01:39 Larry's reactions to Apple's new M3 lineup and laptops 00:02:53 Initial thoughts on the price and display support 00:04:32 Thunderbolt 4 requirements and Apple's smooth play 00:05:43 M3 Base Model Supports Single External Display 00:07:44 Apple's Claims of Chip Superiority 00:09:45 Apple's Biggest Competition: Themselves 00:11:08 The M3 in iMac and competitive confusion 00:13:17 The Importance of Usage and Performance in Technology 00:14:51 Apple's M3 and Performance Comparisons 00:16:59 The Allure of Gear Lust and Apple's Standards 00:17:59 MacBook Air vs MacBook Pro: Size and Specs Comparison 00:18:50 Apple's positioning challenge between desktops and laptops 00:20:46 Potential implications of Thunderbolt 5 adoption by Apple 00:23:05 The limited benefits and rush for Thunderbolt 5 00:24:20 Apple's M3s and the Magic of Apple Silicon 00:25:43 Apple's Thunderbolt: Exploring Lightning-Fast 40 Gigabit Interface

Our conversation with Michael E. Cohen about his book Take Control of Pages, fourth edition, continues as Michael talks about the benefits (and challenges) of using iCloud for document storage and collaboration. Pages boasts powerful layout capabilities and Michael has a whole chapter dedicated to getting starting with the page layout features to maximize their potential. We wrap up with the challenges of designing software for different platforms and how Apple has managed the process. (Part 2) This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices After Dark. What happens before and after the shows is uncensored, on-topic, off-topic, and always off the wall. Sign up as a MacVoices Patron and get access! http://patreon.com/macvoices Show Notes: Chapters: 0:02:40 Transitioning from Dropbox to iCloud for Take Control 0:05:22 Understanding the Cloud: A Source or Destination for Data 0:06:30 Decreased Need for Printing: Impact on Document Creation 0:06:48 Powerful layout capabilities in Pages 0:08:11 Layout format for e-books with graphics and captions 0:08:36 The Challenge of Page Layout for Word Users 0:09:49 Getting Started with Page Layout Concepts 0:12:06 Exploring the Power of Page Layout Documents 0:14:09 Pages: A Comprehensive Guide with 377 Pages 0:15:22 Apple's Sophisticated and Accessible Approach to Pages 0:16:16 Designing software for different Apple environments 0:18:30 Challenges of user experience across different platforms 0:22:13 Confirm pricing and upgrades at takecontrolbooks.com 0:22:40 Getting Oriented: Exploring Screen Layout and Tools Guests: Michael E. Cohen  has worked as a teacher, a programmer, a Web designer, a multimedia producer, and a certified usability analyst. He's the author or co-author of several books, including Take Control of Pages, and Take Control of PDFpen, and can be reached on X/Twitter as @lymond. 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 00:02:39 Transitioning from Dropbox to iCloud for Take Control 00:05:22 Understanding the Cloud: A Source or Destination for Data 00:06:30 Decreased Need for Printing: Impact on Document Creation 00:06:48 Powerful layout capabilities in Pages 00:08:10 Layout format for e-books with graphics and captions 00:08:36 The Challenge of Page Layout for Word Users 00:09:49 Getting Started with Page Layout Concepts 00:12:06 Exploring the Power of Page Layout Documents 00:14:09 Pages: A Comprehensive Guide with 377 Pages 00:15:22 Apple's Sophisticated and Accessible Approach to Pages 00:16:16 Designing software for different Apple environments 00:18:29 Challenges of user experience across different platforms 00:22:12 Confirm pricing and upgrades at takecontrolbooks.com 00:22:39 Getting Oriented: Exploring Screen Layout and Tools

Michael E. Cohen has updated his Take Control of Pages to the fourth edition to reflect the latest additions and changes to Apple’s word processing and page layout program. Michael discusses explore like renaming features for better usability and cultural sensitivity, and the success of Apple's efforts to unify app features and integrate with iCloud for enhanced productivity. Some of Pages’ newest and most useful features are highlighted. (Part 1) 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 Introduction to Take Control of Pages, fourth edition0:02:17 The extensive process of updating screenshots and icons in the book0:03:27 Evolution of Pages from a paid to a free and compatible program0:05:30 The need for physical collateral in certain situations0:07:21 Pages as a viable alternative for mail merge with context integration0:08:27 Mail Merge: A Handy Tool for Frequent Users0:09:39 The Future of Apple: 3D Objects and Augmented Reality0:10:06 Creating Illusions with Multiple 3D Models0:10:38 PDF Retains 3D Model Poses in a Flat Document0:11:55 Apple Products Influenced by Vision Pro and AR VR0:13:56 Pages: A Powerful Page Layout Program0:15:33 The Appeal of Word Processing Alternatives0:17:10 Functional Changes: Renaming Features and Layout Objects0:19:03 Mac and iPad OS Versions Becoming More Similar0:20:39 User Interface Changes for Better User Experience0:23:45 Seamless Device Integration in the Apple Ecosystem Guests: Michael E. Cohen  has worked as a teacher, a programmer, a Web designer, a multimedia producer, and a certified usability analyst. He's the author or co-author of several books, including Take Control of Pages, and Take Control of PDFpen, and can be reached on X/Twitter as @lymond. 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

We wrap up the MacVoices Live! analysis of Apple’s “Scary Fast” event by looking at a transition to smaller screens and using external displays for increased workspace efficiency. The panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Patrice Brend’amour, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Mark Fuccio, and Kelly Guimont. expresses satisfaction with the compactness and power of the 14-inch MacBook Pro and applauds the performance of the FaceTime camera in spite of it only being 1080p. We also talk about Apple's latest chips vs. Intel’s offerings, and the potential for gaming and developer opportunities. The episode concludes with a fun and timely discussion about panel members' favorite Halloween candy. (Part 3) This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available all Patrons of MacVoices. Sign up at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:01:20 Transitioning to a smaller screen: Adaptation and alternatives 0:03:52 The benefits of downsizing: 13-inch vs 15-inch laptops 0:06:01 Weight Comparison: M3 vs Pro and Max 0:07:40 14-inch Height Comparable to 15.6-inch External Display 0:08:10 Impressive 1080p FaceTime camera on the new Macs 0:09:46 Shot on iPhone - Brilliant marketing tactic 0:11:04 Apple's rapid processor advancements leave older models behind 0:12:59 Intel's concern as Apple continues to dominate 0:14:48 Gaming enthusiasts anticipate hardware and API advancements 0:15:30 Apple's focus on gaming and developer relations 0:17:02 Financial benefits of developing for multiple Apple platforms 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, and on his blog, Trending At Work. Patrice Brend’amour is the creator, advocate and Product Manager of a global healthcare software initiative, which is not only pushing the industry to provide user-centered solutions using the latest advances in UX and technology, but also advancing the sharing of medical information between healthcare providers across the world. She is also an avid podcaster, mainly in the technology space, as well as a maintainer and contributor to a number of open source projects. Everything she does can be linked to from The Patrice, You can follow her on Twitter, and engage with her on the podcast, Foodie Flashback. 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 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. 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 00:01:19 Transitioning to a smaller screen: Adaptation and alternatives 00:03:52 The benefits of downsizing: 13-inch vs 15-inch laptops 00:06:01 Weight Comparison: M3 vs Pro and Max 00:07:39 14-inch Height Comparable to 15.6-inch External Display 00:08:10 Impressive 1080p FaceTime camera on the new Macs 00:09:46 Shot on iPhone - Brilliant marketing tactic 00:11:04 Apple's rapid processor advancements leave older models behind 00:12:59 Intel's concern as Apple continues to dominate 00:14:48 Gaming enthusiasts anticipate hardware and API advancements 00:15:29 Apple's focus on gaming and developer relations 00:17:02 Financial benefits of developing for multiple Apple platforms