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The 20th Anniversary gathering of Take Control authors wraps up with reflections on the early days of Take Control Books and the collaborative editing process.  Joe Kissell, Adam and Tonya Engst, Jeff Carlson, Josh Centers, Michael E. Cohen, Scott Knaster, Ted Landau, Kirk McElhearn, Matt Neuburg, and Jeff Porten discuss the importance of incorporating different viewpoints, and the contributions of copy editors and software developers are highlighted. The panel touches on writing a Take Control book about AI, using AI to do it, and why it won’t happen. How and why Take Control books are discontinued is explained, and Joe wraps up with information on the 20th Anniversary Sale. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:02:06 Different Perspectives and Sponsored Books 0:05:48 The Power of Stories in Engaging Guests 0:07:30 Leading-Edge Topics and Historical Relevance 0:10:58 Reflecting on the Past and Stories to Tell 0:14:51 Selling books on outdated operating systems 0:16:40 Deleting outdated titles from the website 0:17:25 Outdated Titles and Customer Awareness 0:18:42 Challenges with outdated software and discontinuing low-performing books 0:20:02 Exploring the possibility of writing a book on AI 0:22:21 Mixed experiences with chat GPT's accuracy and humorous outcomes 0:24:17 Using ChatGPT for Writing Inspiration and Research 0:26:11 Celebrating 20th Anniversary with Special Sale Announcement 0:27:30 Thanking the Community for Creating a Wonderful Environment 0:28:06 Thanking Joe for Organizing the Anniversary Celebration. Guests: Jeff Carlson Josh Centers Michael E. Cohen Adam Engst Tonya Engst   Joe Kissell Scott Knaster Ted Landau Kirk McElhearn Matt Neuburg Jeff Porten 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 the Take Control Authors Reunion 00:02:05 Different Perspectives and Sponsored Books 00:05:48 The Power of Stories in Engaging Guests 00:07:29 Leading-Edge Topics and Historical Relevance 00:10:57 Reflecting on the Past and Stories to Tell 00:14:50 Selling books on outdated operating systems 00:16:39 Deleting outdated titles from the website 00:17:25 Outdated Titles and Customer Awareness 00:18:41 Challenges with outdated software and discontinuing low-performing books 00:20:02 Exploring the possibility of writing a book on AI 00:22:20 Mixed experiences with chat GPT's accuracy and humorous outcomes 00:24:17 Using ChatGPT for Writing Inspiration and Research 00:26:11 Celebrating 20th Anniversary with Special Sale Announcement 00:27:30 Thanking the Community for Creating a Wonderful Environment 00:28:05 Thanking Joe for Organizing the Anniversary Celebration 00:29:29 Find our sponsors on our front page and show notes.

The 20th Anniversary gathering of Take Control authors continues as Joe Kissell, Adam and Tonya Engst, Jeff Carlson, Josh Centers, Michael E. Cohen, Lea Galanter, Scott Knaster, Ted Landau, Kirk McElhearn, Matt Neuburg, and Jeff Porten explore how e-books have revolutionized the publishing industry, highlighting the advantages of easier revisions and instant sales feedback. Details that you probably didn’t know about how book sales used to be handled, and the inefficients that were inherent in the system are revealed, so that you may never look at a paper book the same way again. How the close relationship between the customers and Take control actors authors contributed to the unexpected success of Take Control books wraps up this session. (Part 2)  Show Notes: Chapters: 0:00:00 A Fun and Informative Reunion with Take Control Authors 0:00:39 Streamlining the Writing Process with Tonya's Approach 0:02:08 Challenges with Formatting and Layout Changes 0:03:18 The benefits of track changes and editing process 0:04:50 Immediate feedback and success tracking with Take Control Books 0:06:34 Building an audience and receiving feedback in publishing industry 0:08:37 Streaming "Take Control of Apple TV" initially 0:09:10 The early days of print books and Peach Pit Press 0:12:17 Take Control's unexpected success and lack of returns 0:14:21 The challenges of book returns in traditional bookstores 0:17:47 Autographing eBooks and the limited success of book signings 0:26:35 Personal Recommendations and Trust in Take Control Books Guests: Jeff Carlson Josh Centers Michael E. Cohen Adam Engst Tonya Engst Lea Galanter Joe Kissell Scott Knaster Ted Landau Kirk McElhearn Matt Neuburg Jeff Porten 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 A Fun and Informative Reunion with Take Control Authors 00:00:38 Streamlining the Writing Process with Tanya's Approach 00:02:08 Challenges with Formatting and Layout Changes 00:03:18 The benefits of track changes and editing process 00:04:49 Immediate feedback and success tracking with take control books 00:06:33 Building an audience and receiving feedback in publishing industry 00:08:36 Streaming "Take Control of Apple TV" initially 00:09:10 The early days of print books and Peach Pit Press 00:12:16 Take Control's unexpected success and lack of returns 00:14:20 The challenges of book returns in traditional bookstores 00:17:46 Autographing eBooks and the limited success of book signings 00:26:34 Personal Recommendations and Trust in Take Control Books 00:28:17 Appreciation for the Work and Excellence of Take Control Authors

Twenty years of Take Control Books deserves a reunion, and we’ve got it. Current publisher Joe Kissell and Take Control Co-Founders Adam and Tonya Engst organized a get-together that featured the star-studded roster of Jeff Carlson, Josh Centers, Michael E. Cohen, Lea Galanter, Scott Knaster, Ted Landau, Kirk McElhearn, Matt Neuburg, and Jeff Porten to discuss how they became involved in Take Control and  how it differed from other publishing houses. (Part 1)  Show Notes: Chapters: 0:00:00 Introduction to Mac Voices and Take Control Week 0:02:26 Jeff Carlson talks about his Take Control books and logo design 0:04:11 Introductions and Book Projects 0:05:14 The Beginnings of the Take Control Series 0:05:41 From Publishing to Writing Books on Macs 0:07:02 A Trip Down Memory Lane with Take Control Books 0:11:21 Tonya's Role as Editor-in-Chief and Collaboration with Authors 0:13:24 Discussion on the Origins and Key Aspects of Take Control 0:19:03 The Thrill of eBooks and All-Digital Reading 0:21:24 Influence of Tonya's Writing Style and the Evolution of Chapter Titles 0:23:37 The editing process and the need for brevity 0:26:11 Writing directly into final layout for a better publishing experience Links: Guests: Jeff Carlson Josh Centers Michael E. Cohen Adam Engst Tonya Engst Lea Galanter Joe Kissell Scott Knaster Ted Landau Kirk McElhearn Matt Neuburg Jeff Porten 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 Take Control Authors Panel 00:02:26 0:02:26 Jeff Carlson talks about his Take Control books and logo design 00:04:10 0:04:11 Introductions and Book Projects 00:05:14 The Beginnings of the Take Control Series 00:05:41 From Publishing to Writing Books on Macs 00:07:01 A Trip Down Memory Lane with Take Control Books 00:09:01 Introduction and Origins of Take Control 00:12:07 Transition to a Different Field and Current Work at Cornell 00:13:24 Discussion on the Origins and Key Aspects of Take Control 00:19:03 The Thrill of eBooks and Digital Publishing 00:23:36 Learning the art of brevity in the editing process 00:26:11 Writing directly into final layout for a better publishing experience

Co-Founders Adam Engst and Tonya Engst and current Publisher Joe Kissell celebrate the 20th anniversary of Take Control Books, revealing the origins of the company. The success of their ebook model, the challenges of setting up their first merchant account, and how the sale of the company to Joe came about are all part of the story. Take Control was years (maybe more) ahead of its time, and there are plenty of behind-the-scenes details are included in the conversation. The episode concludes with the announcement of a special limited-time sale on all existing titles.  [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV23263.mp3[/embed] Show Notes: Chapters: 0:00:00 A Special Celebration of Take Control Books 0:03:43 Joe Kissel Joins as the First Author 0:10:05 The unexpected success: Selling a thousand copies in a day 0:12:33 Lucky break: Getting the merchant account turned back on 0:14:09 The Birth of a Publishing Empire 0:18:04 Innovating with Updates for Print Books 0:22:40 Ahead of Our Time: 100% Remote Workforce 0:22:53 The Challenges of Limited Office Space and Staffing 0:23:48 Lower Costs and Greater Efficiency in Publishing Process 0:34:44 The Revolutionary Nature of These PDFs 0:37:03 The challenges of e-books vs. physical books 0:42:57 Right place, right time, right ideas 0:47:24 Transition: Selling Take Control Books to Joe 0:49:40 The Surprise Announcement of Take Control Sale 0:53:31 Celebrating 20 Years with Special Pricing 0:57:43 Free Copy of Take Control of Thanksgiving Dinner Links: MacVoices #17102: Adam Engst, Tonya Engst, Joe Kissell, and a Major Take Control Books Announcement Guests: Adam C. Engst is the publisher of TidBITS and the TidBITS Content Network. He has written numerous books, including the best-selling Internet Starter Kit series, and many magazine articles - thanks to Contributing Editor positions at MacUser, MacWEEK, and now Macworld. His innovations include the creation of the first advertising program to support an Internet publication in 1992, the first flat-rate accounts for graphical Internet access in 1993, and the Take Control electronic book series. His awards include the MDJ Power 25 ranking as the most influential person in the Macintosh industry outside of Apple every year since 2000, inclusion on the MacTech 25 list of influential people in the Macintosh technical community, and being named one of MacDirectory's top ten visionaries. And yes, he has been turned into an action figure. Want more? Follow Adam on Twitter for 140-character musings on a variety of topics. Tonya Engst co-founded the TidBITS online publication in 1990 with Adam Engst. She also co-founded the Take Control Books series with Adam in 2003 and saw the series through its early years. Tonya was editor-in-chief of the Take Control series from 2003–2017. She is currently Digital Content Editor at the Yang-Tan Institute on Employment and Disability, ILR School, Cornell University. Follow her on Twitter.   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 A Special Celebration of Take Control Books 00:03:42 Joe Kissel Joins as the First Author 00:10:04 The unexpected success: Selling a thousand copies in a day 00:12:33 Lucky break: Getting the merchant account turned back on 00:14:08 The Birth of a Publishing Empire 00:18:04 Innovating with Updates for Print Books 00:22:40 Ahead of Our Time: 100% Remote Workforce 00:22:52 The Challenges of Limited Office Space and Staffing 00:23:47 Lower Costs and Greater Efficiency in Publishing Process 00:34:43 The Revolutionary Nature of These PDFs 00:37:03 The challenges of e-books vs. physical books 00:42:57 Right place, right time, right ideas 00:47:23 Transition: Selling Take Control Books to Joe 00:49:40 The Surprise Announcement of Take Control Sale 00:53:30 Celebrating 20 Years with Special Pricing 00:57:43 Free Copy of Take Control of Thanksgiving Dinner

This MacVoices Live! session concludes with a discussion of Spotify's new audiobook library and Samsung's pursuit of blue bubbles in messaging. The appeal and limitations of Spotify's 15-hour monthly allowance for audiobooks is debated as is Spotify's plan to use AI voices and its ability to compete with Audible, Amazon, and Apple. Chuck Joiner, Guy Serle, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Mark Fuccio, and Web Bixby finish up with a conversation about the ongoing competition in messaging services and Samsung trying to push Apple into a message standard. (Part 3)  Today’s MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Featured Gear. Get more done with your tech, like the OWC Thunderbolt Hub. No matter which Mac you have, you can always use more connectivity, and the OWC Thunderbolt Hub delivers. Get the details and link at MacVoices.com/FeaturedGear. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:01:08 Spotify's new offering: 150,000 audiobooks for premium users 0:03:12 Spotify's audiobook service ranks third after Audible and free options 0:03:57 The limitations of Spotify's audiobook service 0:13:54 Voice Quality and AI Voices for Books 0:17:59 Samsung's push for RCS compatibility with Apple 0:21:46 Samsung and Google's attempt to homogenize messaging services 0:22:47 Need for a Cross-Platform Message App 0:23:07 Apple's Functionality vs iPhone's Great Features 0:25:48 Interfacing with Android People: No Difficulty 0:26:16 The rise of text messaging and alternative communication platforms 0:28:09 Amazon's strategic value in the book ecosystem 0:30:18 Challenges Spotify will face in disrupting Amazon's book dominance 0:33:03 The convenience of e-books and the decline in physical books 0:33:44 Discussing iPad Sizes and Models 0:34:55 Introducing the Panel and Contact Information 0:36:23 Mic Talk and Appreciation Links: Spotify Audiobooks is the killer feature to fight off Apple Music and Tidal streaming — and could destroy Amazon's Audible https://www.imore.com/music-movies-tv/apple-music/spotify-audiobooks-is-the-killer-feature-to-fight-off-apple-music-and-tidal-streaming-and-could-destroy-amazons-audible Samsung joins Google in RCS shaming Apple https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/10/23910941/samsung-rcs-shaming-apple-getthemessage 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. 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. 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. Guy Serle, best known for being one of the co-hosts of the MyMac Podcast, sincerely apologizes for anything he has done or caused to have happened while in possession of dangerous podcasting equipment. He should know better but being a blonde from Florida means he's probably incapable of understanding the damage he has wrought. Guy is also the author of the novel, The Maltese Cube. You can follow his exploits on Twitter, catch him on Mac to the Future on Facebook, at @Macparrot@mastodon.social, and find everything at VertShark.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 00:01:07 Spotify's new offering: 150,000 audiobooks for premium users 00:03:12 Spotify's audiobook service ranks third after Audible and free options 00:03:56 The limitations of Spotify's audiobook service 00:13:53 Voice Quality and AI Voices for Books 00:17:58 Samsung's push for RCS compatibility with Apple 00:21:45 Samsung and Google's attempt to homogenize messaging services 00:22:47 Need for a Cross-Platform Message App 00:23:06 Apple's Functionality vs iPhone's Great Features 00:25:48 Interfacing with Android People: No Difficulty 00:26:16 The rise of text messaging and alternative communication platforms 00:28:08 Amazon's strategic value in the book ecosystem 00:30:18 Challenges Spotify will face in disrupting Amazon's book dominance 00:33:03 The convenience of e-books and the decline in physical books 00:33:43 Discussing iPad Sizes and Models 00:34:55 Introducing the Panel and Contact Information 00:36:23 Mic Talk and Appreciation

While the resolution of the writer’s strike might not seem like MacVoices fodder, Chuck Joiner, Guy Serle, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Mark Fuccio, and Web Bixby examine the concerns over streaming salaries and bonuses in a streaming video world and AI usage and compensation for writers. The impact of streaming platforms and deepfake technology is considered, along with the challenges of using the voices and likenesses of both living and deceased actors. (Part 2) Today’s MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Featured Gear. Get more done with your tech, like the OWC Thunderbolt Hub. No matter which Mac you have, you can always use more connectivity, and the OWC Thunderbolt Hub delivers. Get the details and link at MacVoices.com/FeaturedGear. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:02:18 Bonus Schedules for Streaming Success and Use of AI 0:03:44 AI Language Models: A Threat to Writers? 0:04:39 Confidentiality Agreements and Streaming Data Transparency 0:06:35 Studios Sharing Information: A Breakthrough for Writers 0:07:17 Writers and AI: Shifting Dynamics in the Entertainment Industry 0:09:34 Compensation Issues and the Impact of Streaming on Writers 0:14:06 Technological Realities and Work Stoppage 0:16:33 The Future of Realistic Digital Characters 0:17:27 Apple and Technology: Things to be Aware Of 0:17:52 Personalized Voice Technology: Training to Sound Like Someone Else 0:19:14 Impersonating Voices: A Discussion for After Dark 0:19:21 The Importance of Protecting Actors' Faces and Voices 0:20:22 The Debate: Who Gets Paid for Voice Impersonations? 0:21:45 Copyright and Contractual Issues with Impersonating Actors 0:23:30 Legal Implications of Voice and Likeness Rights 0:25:19 Satire and Copyright Protection Links: Summary of the 2023 WGA MBA  https://www.wgacontract2023.org/the-campaign/summary-of-the-2023-wga-mba? 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. 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. 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. Guy Serle, best known for being one of the co-hosts of the MyMac Podcast, sincerely apologizes for anything he has done or caused to have happened while in possession of dangerous podcasting equipment. He should know better but being a blonde from Florida means he's probably incapable of understanding the damage he has wrought. Guy is also the author of the novel, The Maltese Cube. You can follow his exploits on Twitter, catch him on Mac to the Future on Facebook, at @Macparrot@mastodon.social, and find everything at VertShark.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 00:02:17 Bonus Schedules for Streaming Success and Use of AI 00:03:44 AI Language Models: A Threat to Writers? 00:04:38 Confidentiality Agreements and Streaming Data Transparency 00:06:35 Studios Sharing Information: A Breakthrough for Writers 00:07:16 Writers and AI: Shifting Dynamics in the Entertainment Industry 00:09:33 Compensation Issues and the Impact of Streaming on Writers 00:14:06 Technological Realities and Work Stoppage 00:16:32 The Future of Realistic Digital Characters 00:17:26 Apple and Technology: Things to be Aware Of 00:17:52 Personalized Voice Technology: Training to Sound Like Someone Else 00:19:13 Impersonating Voices: A Discussion for After Dark 00:19:20 The Importance of Protecting Actors' Faces and Voices 00:20:22 The Debate: Who Gets Paid for Voice Impersonations? 00:21:45 Copyright and Contractual Issues with Impersonating Actors 00:23:30 Legal Implications of Voice and Likeness Rights 00:25:19 Satire and Copyright Protection

The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, Guy Serle, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Mark Fuccio, and Web Bixby discuss recent purchases during the autumn Amazon shopping event, including security cameras, accessories, surge protectors, beach sandals, and upgraded Apple AirPod Pros. We also explore how an old iPad is holding up and highlight the value of trading in old devices. (Part 1) [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV23260.mp3[/embed] 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: 0:04:00 Amazon Shopping Day Deals 0:05:58 Brian's Additional Amazon Purchase: MagSafe Charging Bank 0:07:11 Guy's Amazon Purchases: Beach Sandals and Apple AirPods 0:09:34 AirPods Pro: Impressive Noise Cancellation and Voice Commands 0:12:23 iPhone Case: Practical and Versatile 0:14:24 Introducing the Insta360 Link: A Versatile Webcam Alternative 0:15:47 Chuck's Impressed with Webb's Picture Quality on Insta360 Link 0:16:57 Insta360's Deal Outside of Amazon Prime Day 0:18:10 No Tempting Deals, Chuck Sticks with His Choice 0:18:28 Sharing and Helping Each Other 0:20:18 Evaluating the Value of Old iPads 0:24:15 Multiple Devices: How Many Gadgets Do You Have? Links: eufy Security, eufyCam 2C 2-Cam Kit, Security Camera Outdoor https://amzn.to/3S8dL1j Anker Magnetic Battery Pack Power Bank, 5,000mAh Wireless Portable Charger, for Magsafe  https://amzn.to/404tu3j Dunham Men's Nolan Wf Sandal  https://amzn.to/3Fs09GQ 2 Pack Surge Protector Power Strip with 6 Outlets 2 USB Ports 5-Foot Long Heavy-Duty Braided Extension Cords Flat Plug  https://amzn.to/3QrFtFc Surge Protector Power Strip - 8 Widely Outlets with 4 USB Charging Ports, 3 Side Outlet Extender with 5Ft Braided Extension Cord, Flat Plug  https://amzn.to/3FoMFeT Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) Wireless Ear Buds with USB-C Charging  https://amzn.to/3Q3UGe0 Insta360 Link - PTZ 4K Webcam with 1/2" Sensor, AI Tracking, Gesture Control, HDR, Noise-Canceling Microphones  https://amzn.to/3QpqVET 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. 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. 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. Guy Serle, best known for being one of the co-hosts of the MyMac Podcast, sincerely apologizes for anything he has done or caused to have happened while in possession of dangerous podcasting equipment. He should know better but being a blonde from Florida means he's probably incapable of understanding the damage he has wrought. Guy is also the author of the novel, The Maltese Cube. You can follow his exploits on Twitter, catch him on Mac to the Future on Facebook, at @Macparrot@mastodon.social, and find everything at VertShark.com. Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? 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Selecting a power bank to keep your devices charged while on the go is a simple right? Only if you do a little homework. Chuck Joiner covers some of the things you should consider when evaluating the many options out there, shares some of his favorites, and provides some safety tips.  Show Notes: Links: myCharge Portable Charger (MagSafe) https://amzn.to/3Qm19RV Scosche PBQ5MSWT GoBat Fast Wireless Charging Power Bank, 5,000 mAh, Portable Charging Bank with USB-C Port, Compatible with Magsafe and USB-C Devices https://amzn.to/3S4xn6D Scosche PB10PD-SP GoBat 10000mAh Compact Dual Port Power Bank with One 20-Watt USB-C Power Delivery and One 18-Watt USB-A Port https://amzn.to/46BHuUD Anker USB C Adapter (2 Pack), USB C to USB, High-Speed Data Transfer, USB-C to USB 3.0 Female Adapter https://amzn.to/48XNybE Anker USB C Charger Cable [2 Pack, 6ft], 310 Type C Charger Cable Fast Charging, Braided USB A to USB C https://amzn.to/46LUvLc LVFAN Portable Charger for Apple Watch, 4000mAh iWatch Charger Power Bank Wireless Battery Pack Magnetic Travel Smart Watch Charger for Apple Watch Series https://amzn.to/46vgWo6   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

As we continue our conversation with Jeff Carlson, author of Take Control of Apple Watch, 4th Edition, we explore its hidden features and discuss the new Apple Watch Ultra. Jeff's book uncovers overlooked features, like the focus mode, dictation capabilities, and improved mapping. Jeff also shares details about the ultra wideband chip, onboard Siri, and the forthcoming "double tap" feature. We wrap up with a look at  the widespread usefulness of devices like the Apple Watch and highlight Jeff's comprehensive guide to it. (Part 2) Today’s MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Featured Gear. Get more done with your tech, like the Twinkly App-Controlled LED Holiday Lights.  The ultimate in flexible holiday lighting for your Christmas tree, holiday decor, or everyday use, Twinkly lets you go beyond the "blink" options of other lights, giving you the ability to create your own simple or complex designs with full control of color and design placement via the addressable LEDs. Get the details and link at MacVoices.com/FeaturedGear. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:01:55 Uncovering Hidden Features of the Apple Watch 0:02:31 Apple's Revamped Maps Experience 0:02:46 Discovering Your Surroundings with Walking Radius Feature 0:04:08 Exploring the hidden features of the Apple Watch 0:05:31 Dictating responses and maximizing convenience 0:07:49 Ultra wideband chip and precise iPhone tracking 0:09:45 Onboard Siri and improved functionality with the S9 chip 0:11:26 Double Tap: New Gesture Control for Apple Watch 0:12:41 Health Specific Data: Ask Your Watch for Information 0:14:04 Convenient Accessibility Features in watchOS 0:15:36 On-device Siri and Potential Upgrade Incentive 0:20:05 Ultra's Popularity: Action Button or Fashion Statement? 0:22:06 Jeff's Book: Uncovering Hidden Features for a Better Life 0:22:45 Introduction to the Take Control book series 0:24:21 Special pricing and upgrade policy for Take Control books 0:25:59 Exploring hidden features and settings of the Apple Watch 0:29:41 Jeff's photography podcast and AI in photography newsletter Links: Bandbreit https://apps.apple.com/us/app/bandbreite/id1528561380 Adobe Lightroom: A Complete Course and Compendium of Features by Jeff Carlson Jeff Carlson’s Fine Art Prints - Autumn Collection Guests: Jeff Carlson is an author, photographer, and freelance writer. Among many other projects, he publishes the Smarter Image newsletter, which explores how computational photography, AI, and machine learning are fundamentally changing the art and science of photography. He’s covered the personal technology field from Macs and PalmPilots to iPhones and mirrorless cameras, publishing in paper magazines, printed books, ebooks, and websites. He’s also the co-host of the podcasts PhotoActive and Photocombobulate, writes for Take Control, has spoken at several conferences and events. He lives in Seattle, where, yes, it is just as gray and wet and coffee-infused as you think it is. 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 00:01:54 Uncovering Hidden Features of the Apple Watch 00:02:30 Apple's Revamped Maps Experience 00:02:46 Discovering Your Surroundings with Walking Radius Feature 00:04:08 Exploring the hidden features of the Apple Watch 00:05:30 Dictating responses and maximizing convenience 00:07:48 Ultra wideband chip and precise iPhone tracking 00:09:45 Onboard Siri and improved functionality with the S9 chip 00:11:26 Double Tap: New Gesture Control for Apple Watch 00:12:41 Health Specific Data: Ask Your Watch for Information 00:14:03 Convenient Accessibility Features in watchOS 00:15:36 On-device Siri and Potential Upgrade Incentive 00:20:05 Ultra's Popularity: Action Button or Fashion Statement? 00:22:06 Jeff's Book: Uncovering Hidden Features for a Better Life 00:22:44 Introduction to the Take Control book series 00:24:21 Special pricing and upgrade policy for Take Control books 00:25:58 Exploring hidden features and settings of the Apple Watch 00:29:40 Jeff's photography podcast and AI in photography newsletter

Before we dig into Take Control of Apple Watch, 4th Edition, we talk with Jeff Carlson about his preferences for Apple Watch bands and the merging of technology and fashion. Jeff then discusses the challenges of updating their book, interface changes in watchOS 9, and the benefits of focus modes. (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: 0:02:53 A Year of Wearing a Comfortable Band 0:03:21 App for Apple Watch Band Collectors 0:03:55 Apple Watch Bands: The Unlikely App Topic 0:06:09 Apple's Overboard Luxury with Gold Watches 0:07:25 Apple's Marketing Success with the Apple Watch 0:08:51 Rise of Smartwatches: From Geeky Nerds to Everyday People 0:10:40 Smartwatch Popularity: From Inquisitive Questions to Fashion Statements 0:11:13 Introduction: Changes in Apple Watch and WatchOS 0:15:29 Accessibility of Control Center 0:16:54 Problematic Replacement with SmartStack 0:18:09 Customizing Side Button Functionality 0:19:35 Middle of the Road Interface Annoyance 0:21:09 Changing Watch Faces and Interface Logic 0:22:50 Feedback-Driven Changes in WatchOS Interface Links: Bandbreit https://apps.apple.com/us/app/bandbreite/id1528561380 Adobe Lightroom: A Complete Course and Compendium of Features by Jeff Carlson Jeff Carlson’s Fine Art Prints - Autumn Collection Guests: Jeff Carlson is an author, photographer, and freelance writer. Among many other projects, he publishes the Smarter Image newsletter, which explores how computational photography, AI, and machine learning are fundamentally changing the art and science of photography. He’s covered the personal technology field from Macs and PalmPilots to iPhones and mirrorless cameras, publishing in paper magazines, printed books, ebooks, and websites. He’s also the co-host of the podcasts PhotoActive and Photocombobulate, writes for Take Control, has spoken at several conferences and events. He lives in Seattle, where, yes, it is just as gray and wet and coffee-infused as you think it is. 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 00:02:53 A Year of Wearing a Comfortable Band 00:03:21 App for Apple Watch Band Collectors 00:03:55 Apple Watch Bands: The Unlikely App Topic 00:06:08 Apple's Overboard Luxury with Gold Watches 00:07:24 Apple's Marketing Success with the Apple Watch 00:08:50 Rise of Smartwatches: From Geeky Nerds to Everyday People 00:10:40 Smartwatch Popularity: From Inquisitive Questions to Fashion Statements 00:11:13 Introduction: Changes in Apple Watch and WatchOS 00:15:28 Accessibility of Control Center 00:16:53 Problematic Replacement with SmartStack 00:18:08 Customizing Side Button Functionality 00:19:35 Middle of the Road Interface Annoyance 00:21:09 Changing Watch Faces and Interface Logic 00:22:49 Feedback-Driven Changes in WatchOS Interface