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The panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Mark Fuccio, and Ben Roethig wrap up this MacVoices Live! session by looking at the latest in the Epic Games and Apple dispute, Apple's potential entry into Formula One racing, and the challenges faced by Apple. We highlight the dominance of Apple in the smartphone market and speculate on the future of Epic Games. We also explore Apple's interest in sports and their potential to revolutionize the viewing experience. (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: 0:02:20 Android's development and competition with Apple 0:03:23 The Rise and Fall of Palm OS and WebOS 0:07:30 Epic's Layoffs and Struggles in the Gaming Industry 0:09:57 Epic's Importance Beyond Fortnite 0:11:30 Investor Excitement Behind Unity's Growth 0:14:50 Enhancing Formula One Broadcasts for More Intrigue 0:16:58 Exploring Innovative Broadcast Features for Formula One 0:19:20 American Teams in Formula One: Haas Racing and Andretti Cadillac Racing 0:21:05 Apple's Strategy: Cultivating Relationships and Developing Technology 0:22:14 MacVoices Audience and Sports Fans 0:23:24 Frustration with technology, anticipation for Apple's advancements Links: Epic cut: Fortnite games maker culls 16% of staff https://www.theregister.com/2023/09/28/epic_fortnite_layoffs/ Apple May Enter Race for Formula 1 Rights https://theaddition.net/news/apple-may-enter-race-for-formula-1-rights/ 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. 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. 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 00:00:37 CEOs blaming Apple for their problems 00:02:19 Android's development and competition with Apple 00:03:22 The Rise and Fall of Palm OS and WebOS 00:07:30 Epic's Layoffs and Struggles in the Gaming Industry 00:09:56 Epic's Importance Beyond Fortnite 00:11:29 Investor Excitement Behind Unity's Growth 00:14:50 Enhancing Formula One Broadcasts for More Intrigue 00:16:57 Exploring Innovative Broadcast Features for Formula One 00:19:19 American Teams in Formula One: Haas Racing and Andretti Cadillac Racing 00:21:04 Apple's Strategy: Cultivating Relationships and Developing Technology 00:22:13 MacVoices Audience and Sports Fans 00:23:24 Frustration with technology, anticipation for Apple's advancements

The discussion of other tech companies blaming Apple continues as Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Mark Fuccio, and Ben Roethig look at Apple's pricing structure and its impact on developers, focusing on the 15% commission for those earning under a million dollars. Spotify is having some financial struggles but seem to be refusing to take responsibility. The conversation shifts to Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella's complaint about Bing's inability to compete with Google. Bing is Windows’ default search engine, but Chrome is dominant. If Chrome were available on iOS,it would it have a significant impact? The panel also explores Apple's involvement in advertising through deals with Yelp and TripAdvisor and speculate on their business strategy. (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: 0:02:31 Different rules for small business program and big developers 0:10:37 Renewal rates and different rules for large companies. 0:12:46 Apple's preferred search engine and Microsoft's competition efforts. 0:15:51 Microsoft's Dominance and Imitation 0:17:40 Microsoft's Low Browser Market Share 0:18:49 Microsoft's Attempt to Capture the Web 0:20:13 Safari vs. Chrome: Compatibility and Feature Differences 0:20:36 Edge and Chrome: Best Browsers for Podcast Recording Services 0:21:46 The Threat to Open Web with IOS Devices 0:22:39 Exploring the Google-Microsoft Browser Standards Debate 0:23:31 Proposals and Majority Votes in Standard Committees 0:25:22 Google's Advertising Business vs Apple's Stance 0:27:04 Apple's Development of In-House Search Engine 0:28:37 Apple's revenue stream from Google's advertising partnership 0:30:19 Apple's need for a backup plan in case of Google's aggression 0:32:04 Google's willingness to pay Apple despite having their own OS 0:32:48 The Impact of Google's Investment in Android Links: Spotify ‘unfairly held back’ by Google and Apple, CEO says  https://thenextweb.com/news/spotify-unfairly-held-back-by-google-and-apple-ceo-says Apple/Google Deal Makes it Impossible for Bing to Compete in Search, Claims Microsoft CEO Nadella  https://www.mactrast.com/2023/10/apple-google-deal-makes-it-impossible-for-bing-to-compete-in-search-claims-microsoft-ceo-nadella/ Apple has a next-gen search engine called Pegasus, but don’t expect a Google Search competitor yet  https://9to5mac.com/2023/10/02/apple-pegasus-google-search/ 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. 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. 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 00:02:30 Different rules for small business program and big developers 00:10:36 Renewal rates and different rules for large companies. 00:12:46 Apple's preferred search engine and Microsoft's competition efforts. 00:15:50 Microsoft's Dominance and Imitation 00:17:39 Microsoft's Low Browser Market Share 00:18:49 Microsoft's Attempt to Capture the Web 00:20:13 Safari vs. Chrome: Compatibility and Feature Differences 00:20:35 Edge and Chrome: Best Browsers for Podcast Recording Services 00:21:46 The Threat to Open Web with IOS Devices 00:22:39 Exploring the Google-Microsoft Browser Standards Debate 00:23:30 Proposals and Majority Votes in Standard Committees 00:25:22 Google's Advertising Business vs Apple's Stance 00:27:04 Apple's Development of In-House Search Engine 00:28:36 Apple's revenue stream from Google's advertising partnership 00:30:18 Apple's need for a backup plan in case of Google's aggression 00:32:04 Google's willingness to pay Apple despite having their own OS 00:32:48 The Impact of Google's Investment in Android

A new MacVoices Live! panel kicks off with discussions of the now-unsupported original Apple Watch, new Apple gear, beta versions of Apple software, AirPods issues, charger problems with the NFC chip on the iPhone 15, and Spotify's claims of unfair treatment by Google and Apple. Hear what Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, Mark Fuccio, and Ben Roethig have to say. (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: 0:04:25 Mark Fuccio: An Intriguing Background 0:06:05 The Value and Worth of the $17,000 Apple Watch 0:06:47 New Gear and Updates 0:08:20 Battery Issues and WatchOS Accessibility Feature 0:16:55 Exploring the Double Tap Feature 0:18:18 Difficulty finding the right word 0:18:42 Reliable performance in workflow 0:20:50 Podcasts on the Watch Use Case 0:22:10 Issue with AirPods Pro 2 and Conversational Awareness 0:25:40 Qi Charger Compatibility Issues and Airflow Restrictions 0:27:23 Common Vendor for Charging Coils in Tesla and Other Vehicles? 0:27:32 Charging Platform Issues with Audi, Tesla, and BMW 0:29:01 Spotify CEO complains about being disadvantaged by Apple and Google 0:32:28 Spotify's complaint seen as short-term political flare-up Links: Original Apple Watch is Now Obsolete, Including $17,000 Gold Model https://www.macrumors.com/2023/10/02/original-apple-watch-now-obsolete/ Your expensive BMW might break your expensive iPhone 15 https://www.imore.com/iphone/iphone-15/your-expensive-bimmer-might-break-your-expensive-iphone-15 Spotify ‘unfairly held back’ by Google and Apple, CEO says https://thenextweb.com/news/spotify-unfairly-held-back-by-google-and-apple-ceo-says 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. 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. 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 00:01:17 Contemplating the Future of "Happy Birthday" 00:02:27 Introductions and Woods Adventures 00:03:51 Ben arrives without a tie, Lazy Internet Concerns 00:04:25 Mark Fuccio: An Intriguing Background 00:06:05 The Value and Worth of the $17,000 Apple Watch 00:06:46 New Gear and Updates 00:08:19 Battery Issues and WatchOS Accessibility Feature 00:16:54 Exploring the Double Tap Feature 00:18:18 Difficulty finding the right word 00:18:42 Adjusting to New Button Functions and Visual Improvements 00:20:49 Podcasts on the Watch Use Case 00:22:10 Issue with AirPods Pro 2 and Conversational Awareness 00:25:39 Qi Charger Compatibility Issues and Airflow Restrictions 00:27:22 Common Vendor for Charging Coils in Tesla and Other Vehicles? 00:27:32 Charging Platform Issues with Audi, Tesla, and BMW 00:29:01 Spotify CEO complains about being disadvantaged by Apple and Google 00:32:28 Spotify's complaint seen as short-term political flare-up

Bryan Chaffin is back to decision his decision to self-publish his upcoming novel. He shares the tasks he's been working on, from creating a cover to formatting e-books for different platforms. We talk about distribution options, express concerns about author compensation in Spotify's audiobook library, and emphasize the importance of libraries in supporting authors. Bryan plans to record an audiobook himself to bring a unique voice to the story. He also discusses his active participation on threads as both himself and his main character.  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: 0:00:00 Brian Chaffin returns to discuss his novel publishing journey. 0:01:45 Preparing for Publication: Formatting and Platforms 0:02:34 The Importance of Participating in the Twitter Community 0:04:44 Concerns about Amazon's Impact on Publishing Industry 0:05:03 Dominating the Market with Three Platforms 0:05:22 Modernized Library Distribution System and Convenience 0:06:42 The decision to narrate the book yourself 0:08:47 The complexities of self-publishing and audio book production 0:13:06 Fiverr: Professional Services for Higher Quality Work 0:14:41 Custom Chapter Ornaments: A Throwback to Chapter Identification 0:15:28 Customizing book ornaments and seam separators 0:20:42 Spotify entering the audiobook business and author compensation concerns 0:25:57 Dell and Amazon's Race to the Bottom Links: MasonTrumanPI on Threads Guests: Bryan Chaffin began using Apple computers in 1983 in a high school BASIC programming class. He started using Macs in 1990 when the Kinko’s guy taught him how to use Aldus PageMaker, finally buying a Power Computing Power 100 in 1995. Bryan is the cofounder of The Mac Observer. He has contributed to MacAddict and MacFormat magazines, and coauthored Incredible iPad Apps for Dummies with Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus. You can find out more about Bryan at his personal site, GeekTells, hear his thoughts on Apple and tech topics on The Context Machine and follow him on Threads as @GeekTells.  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 Brian Chaffin returns to discuss his novel publishing journey. 00:00:10 Introducing MacVoices Featured Gear 00:01:44 Preparing for Publication: Formatting and Platforms 00:02:33 The Importance of Participating in the Twitter Community 00:04:44 Concerns about Amazon's Impact on Publishing Industry 00:05:02 Dominating the Market with Three Platforms 00:05:21 Modernized Library Distribution System and Convenience 00:06:41 The decision to narrate the book yourself 00:08:46 The complexities of self-publishing and audio book production 00:13:06 Fiverr: Professional Services for Higher Quality Work 00:14:40 Custom Chapter Ornaments: A Throwback to Chapter Identification 00:15:28 Customizing book ornaments and seam separators 00:20:41 Spotify entering the audiobook business and author compensation concerns 00:25:57 Dell and Amazon's Race to the Bottom

This MacVoices Live! session concludes as Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Mark Fuccio, Ben Roethig, Kelly Guimont, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Brittany Smith discuss the difference in weight between the iPhone 14 and 15. the explore the  iPhone 15's camera capabilities including the decision not to include a 10X optical zoom and the challenges of stabilization.Potential privacy settings issues in iOS 17 and the benefits of competition between Apple and Google turn into a sharing of anecdotes about interest in switching to iPhone, the importance of the Apple Watch for health tracking, and the mixed reactions to the Apple Music Super Bowl halftime show headliner. (Part 3)  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: 0:02:20 The noticeable difference in weight between iPhone 14 and 15 0:03:32 USB-C and Titanium: Upgrade Considerations 0:04:34 iOS 17: Weight balance and Privacy Settings 0:05:28 The Demand for iPhone 15 is High 0:06:26 Android vs iOS: Features and Competition 0:08:48 The Importance of Competition in Advancing iPhone Technology 0:15:27 Promotional vs Factual: The Dual Nature of Advertising 0:17:49 Influence and Recommendations in Tech Choices 0:19:13 Personal Preference vs. Popular Appeal in Music 0:24:47 Will Usher's Halftime Show Attract More Super Bowl Viewers? 0:25:32 The Spectacle of Stage Setups and Music Performances Links: iPhone 15 Teardown Reveals Software Lockdown https://www.ifixit.com/News/82867/iphone-15-teardown-reveals-software-lockdown Watch MKBHD unbox a sealed OG iPhone after winning $40,000 auction [Video] https://9to5mac.com/2023/04/20/sealed-original-iphone-unboxing-mkbhd/ Otterbox Figura Series for Magsafe https://www.otterbox.com/en-us/slim-iphone-15-pro-max-case-blue/77-94432.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. 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 00:00:00 Introducing the iPhone 15's camera and health benefits of Apple Watch 00:02:20 The noticeable difference in weight between iPhone 14 and 15 00:03:31 USB-C and Titanium: Upgrade Considerations 00:04:34 iOS 17: Weight balance and Privacy Settings 00:05:28 The Demand for iPhone 15 is High 00:06:25 Android vs iOS: Features and Competition 00:08:48 The Importance of Competition in Advancing iPhone Technology 00:15:26 Promotional vs Factual: The Dual Nature of Advertising 00:17:48 Influence and Recommendations in Tech Choices 00:19:13 Personal Preference vs. Popular Appeal in Music 00:24:46 Will Usher's Halftime Show Attract More Super Bowl Viewers? 00:25:31 The Spectacle of Stage Setups and Music Performances 00:27:00 Formerly on Mac Voice, now on YouTube and TikTok 00:27:13 Brian Flanagan-Arthur's Online Presence 00:29:17 Ben Rathig's Social Media and Podcast Appearances 00:30:43 Greetings and Introduction 00:31:23 Where to Find Jim and ProVue

This MacVoices Live! discussion continues as David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Mark Fuccio, Ben Roethig, Kelly Guimont, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, and Brittany Smith examine the disappointment with Apple's FineWoven iPhone cases and explore alternative options in the market. We touch on standby mode, interactive widgets in iOS 17, and the features of the new iPhone, then wrap up with the benefits of upgrading through the Apple iPhone lease program. (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: 0:00:55 Exploring varying levels of excitement for the iPhone 0:03:13 Concerns about the quality and price of fabric cases 0:05:16 Durability of Fine Woven Cases 0:06:36 The struggle with cheap rubbery cleaning cloths 0:07:16 Apple's History of New Cases and Technologies 0:09:22 Apple's Decision to Abandon Leather Cases 0:10:51 Doubts on Choosing Fine Woven Phone 0:11:06 Standby Mode: Initial Impressions and Customization 0:13:02 iOS 17 Features: Interactive Widgets 0:15:16 Buttons Placement and Layout Changes 0:16:48 Positive and Negative Reactions to Button Placement 0:18:50 Offline Maps and Frustrations with Phone Name Dropping 0:22:25 Excitement over Night Sisters in Star Wars 0:24:13 Lack of excitement for Google phones compared to iPhones Links: iPhone 15 Teardown Reveals Software Lockdown https://www.ifixit.com/News/82867/iphone-15-teardown-reveals-software-lockdown Watch MKBHD unbox a sealed OG iPhone after winning $40,000 auction [Video] https://9to5mac.com/2023/04/20/sealed-original-iphone-unboxing-mkbhd/ Otterbox Figura Series for Magsafe https://www.otterbox.com/en-us/slim-iphone-15-pro-max-case-blue/77-94432.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. 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 00:00:00 Introduction to MacVoices and Patreon support 00:00:54 Exploring varying levels of excitement for the iPhone 00:03:12 Concerns about the quality and price of fabric cases 00:05:16 Durability of Fine Woven Cases 00:06:35 The struggle with cheap rubbery cleaning cloths 00:07:15 Apple's History of New Cases and Technologies 00:09:21 Apple's Decision to Abandon Leather Cases 00:10:50 Doubts on Choosing Fine Woven Phone 00:11:06 Standby Mode: Initial Impressions and Customization 00:13:01 iOS 17 Features: Interactive Widgets 00:15:16 Buttons Placement and Layout Changes 00:16:48 Positive and Negative Reactions to Button Placement 00:18:49 Offline Maps and Frustrations with Phone Name Dropping 00:22:25 Excitement over Night Sisters in Star Wars 00:24:12 Lack of excitement for Google phones compared to iPhones 00:31:13 Next time on Mac Voices: iPhone 15 camera and weight.

The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Mark Fuccio, Ben Roethig, Kelly Guimont, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, and Brittany Smith start off this session by discussing their impressions of macOS Sonoma,and iOS 17 features. The benefits of interactive widgets and  Live Voicemail are covered, then the discussion turns to absurd durability tests, cases, especially the new FineWoven options. (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 Exciting Updates: New iPhone, Mac OSes, and Widgets 0:00:23 Introducing Mac Voices Live 0:02:30 Mark Fuccio joins the conversation on Mac OS Sonoma 0:06:19 Waiting to Upgrade Machines for Sonoma Compatibility 0:07:40 Sonoma: Under the Hood Changes 0:09:08 Frustrations with Apple Music and Mail on Mac 0:10:44 Longing for the return of widgets on Mac OS 0:13:02 Camera Issue and iPad Mentioned 0:16:13 Initial Impressions and Features of Sonoma 0:18:15 Migration and Troubles with HomePods 0:21:14 YouTuber Tests iPhone Durability with Box Cutter 0:23:17 Discussion on People Trying Destructive Stunts for Views 0:27:38 Technical Difficulties and Muted Conversation 0:29:10 Discussion on iPhone Cases and Preferences 0:30:43 Explore Different Phone Case Options Links: ESR for iPhone 15 Pro Max Case, Compatible with MagSafe, Military-Grade Protection, Yellowing Resistant, Scratch-Resistant Back, Magnetic Phone Case for iPhone 15 Pro Max https://amzn.to/3LMkg63 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. 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 00:00:00 Exciting Updates: New iPhone, Mac OSes, and Widgets 00:00:22 Introducing Mac Voices Live 00:02:30 Mark Fuccio joins the conversation on Mac OS Sonoma 00:06:18 Waiting to Upgrade Machines for Sonoma Compatibility 00:07:39 Sonoma: Under the Hood Changes 00:09:08 Frustrations with Apple Music and Mail on Mac 00:10:43 Longing for the return of widgets on Mac OS 00:13:01 Camera Issue and iPad Mentioned 00:16:13 Initial Impressions and Features of Sonoma 00:18:15 Migration and Troubles with HomePods 00:21:14 YouTuber Tests iPhone Durability with Box Cutter 00:23:17 Discussion on People Trying Destructive Stunts for Views 00:27:38 Technical Difficulties and Muted Conversation 00:29:09 Discussion on iPhone Cases and Preferences 00:30:42 Explore Different Phone Case Options

Chuck Joiner shares the choices he has made to protect his very expensive Apple Gear with the goal of maintaining functionality as well as cosmetic appearance, maximizing sale or trade in values. Laptops, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch and even the Apple TV Remote are the subjects addressed.  Show Notes: Links:   UESWILL Compatible with MacBook Pro 16 inch Glossy Crystal Hard Shell Protective Case https://amzn.to/3PZT46i MOSISO Compatible with MacBook Air 13 inch Case https://amzn.to/46gXfQI Radtech Screensaverz https://www.radtech.com/products/screensavrz-macbook-pro-keyboard-cover UPPERCASE GhostBlanket Screen Keyboard Imprint Protection Microfiber Liner and Cleaning Cloth https://amzn.to/3LNEAUF Spigen Magnetic Mag Armor MagFit Designed for iPhone 15 Pro Case https://amzn.to/3F93wlv Catalyst Influence Case for iPhone 15 Pro Max https://amzn.to/3F3ozWU amFilm OneTouch 2+2 Pack for iPhone 15 Pro Max 6.7" Screen Protector Tempered Glass https://amzn.to/3RRrRUu Apple Magic Keyboard: iPad Keyboard and case for iPad Pro 12.9‑inch https://amzn.to/3tnILjK ZUGU Case for iPad Pro 11 inch https://amzn.to/3ti3oh7 Tuosake iPad Mini 6 Case https://amzn.to/3LNCvrB amFilm Screen Protector for iPad Pro 12.9 https://amzn.to/3rB9KHY amFilm Screen Protector Compatible with iPad Air 5/Air 4/iPad Pro 11 https://amzn.to/3RLhDoP amFilm Glass Screen Protector for iPad Mini 6 https://amzn.to/3rsgZly  LK 6 Pack for Apple Watch Screen Protector 45mm Series 9 8 7 https://amzn.to/3rCV0Iw Nightglow Blue]Case for Apple TV 4K https://amzn.to/48yaDSl elago R5 Locator Case, Compatible with Apple AirTag https://amzn.to/3rC7HTU Keychain Air Tag Case Holder Silicone Key Ring Cases Compatible with Apple AirTag GPS Item Finders Accessories 4 Pack https://amzn.to/3LO5DPs OGIO Renegade PRO Backpack https://amzn.to/3QchoSJ MacVoices #1314: CES – Dan Jelinek of Ogio Discusses Their Many Backpack and Carrying Solutions STM Dux 30L Premium Tech Backpack https://amzn.to/3Q1jft9 MacVoices #23232: MacVoices Briefing – The STM Goods Dux Backpack   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: Protecting your gear is essential 00:01:11 Importance of keeping gear in good condition for resale value 00:01:57 Using clear cases to protect MacBook Pro and MacBook Air 00:02:30 Clear cases offer lightweight protection without altering performance 00:03:10 Clear cases keep laptops in pristine condition for longer periods 00:03:47 Protecting Laptops: Screen Savers and Cleaning Cloth 00:04:45 iPhone Protection: Cases and Screen Protectors 00:07:04 iPad Protection: Keyboard Cases and Screen Protectors 00:08:20 Apple Watch and Apple TV: Screen Protectors and Cases 00:09:24 AirTags and Quality Backpacks for Tech Protection 00:11:52 Connect with Chuck on social media and get more out of your Apple tech

This MacVoices Live! session concludes as Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, and Jeff Gamet discuss data privacy and how car companies collect personal information. We emphasize user privacy and question the motives behind data monetization, touch on Apple's commitment to privacy, and discuss insurance policies and genomic data sharing. Panel members share their selective approach to data sharing and highlight the importance of safeguarding privacy online. (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: 0:01:31 Shocking revelations about data collection in cars 0:03:48 Companies Making Money from Our Data 0:05:37 Potential Privacy Risks with Connected Car Technology 0:05:59 Tesla and Privacy Concerns 0:07:33 Privacy Release in Insurance Applications 0:09:29 Front Print vs Genomic Data Sharing 0:11:56 Trust Issues with Insurance Tracking Devices 0:14:21 Debating Jeff's stance on overcharging and friendship 0:15:55 Different perspectives on risk and data monetization 0:18:50 Mark Fuccio's question about information sharing on Apple and other sites/apps 0:19:08 Personal Stance: Opting out of Data Sharing 0:20:51 Privacy Concerns and Data Sharing with Apps 0:22:17 The Dilemma of Data Sharing and App Improvement 0:25:03 The Controversy Surrounding Cookies and Data Collection 0:26:33 Trusting Developers and Tracking App Usage 0:27:01 Importance of Security and Privacy in the Digital Age 0:30:12 Panelists Discuss Their Favorite Social Media Networks Links: Tesla tops Mozilla's list of 'creepiest' carmakers, but 25 brands failed basic data privacy tests https://www.engadget.com/tesla-tops-mozillas-list-of-creepiest-carmakers-but-25-brands-failed-basic-data-privacy-tests-202017058.html Explores the Dramatic Life of Carlos Ghosn https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a44893960/carlos-ghosn-documentary-details/ Apple TV+ is telling the stunning tale of Carlos Ghosn, known for ‘spiriting himself away from Japan by hiding in a box’ https://fortune.com/2023/08/24/apple-tv-carlos-ghosn-documentary-leaving-japan-in-box/ Wanted: The Escape of Carlos Ghosn https://www.apple.com/tv-pr/originals/wanted-the-escape-of-carlos-ghosn/ 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. 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.   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 00:01:31 Shocking revelations about data collection in cars 00:03:48 Companies Making Money from Our Data 00:05:36 Potential Privacy Risks with Connected Car Technology 00:05:59 Tesla and Privacy Concerns 00:07:32 Privacy Release in Insurance Applications 00:09:28 Front Print vs Genomic Data Sharing 00:11:56 Trust Issues with Insurance Tracking Devices 00:14:21 Debating Jeff's stance on overcharging and friendship 00:15:55 Different perspectives on risk and data monetization 00:18:00 Geek Fight of the Century Promotion 00:18:49 Mark Fuccio's question about information sharing on Apple and other sites/apps 00:19:07 Personal Stance: Opting out of Data Sharing 00:20:51 Privacy Concerns and Data Sharing with Apps 00:22:17 The Dilemma of Data Sharing and App Improvement 00:25:02 The Controversy Surrounding Cookies and Data Collection 00:26:33 Trusting Developers and Tracking App Usage 00:27:00 Importance of Security and Privacy in the Digital Age 00:30:12 Panelists Discuss Their Favorite Social Media Networks

Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, and Jeff Gamet continue a discussion of the controversy surrounding the USB-C charging case for AirPods Pro. Then the group reveals who and who doesn’t screen protectors for iPhones. Questions over the selection of Wyze security cameras, security issues surrounding Eufy cameras and video doorbells are asked and answered. This session concludes with a look at the ransomware attacks on Caesars and MGM and the importance of prioritizing cybersecurity, and how our data is being used. (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 Discussion on USB-C charging case for AirPods Pro 0:02:09 Charging capabilities of the USB-C case for Apple Watch and other devices 0:03:14 Controversy over USB-C Charging 0:05:23 Exploring the Standby Mode and Qi Chargers 0:08:10 Using an HDMI to USB-C capture dongle for iPad 0:09:42 The Importance of Screen Protectors 0:10:51 Concerns about Apple's Glass Technology 0:12:14 Wirecutter pulls recommendation for Wise security cameras 0:13:33 Jeff shares concerns about Wise and Eufy security cameras 0:15:12 Discussion on switching to HomeKit compatible cameras for security 0:16:50 The Importance of HomeKit Secure Video 0:18:56 Privacy Concerns on Public Streets 0:22:38 The Compromise of Home Safety 0:24:23 Ransomware Attacks on Caesars and MGM 0:26:39 Social Engineering and Human Element in Security Systems 0:28:25 Lack of Investment in IT Security by Casino Companies Links: Why We’re Pulling Our Recommendation of Wyze Security Cameras https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/blog/wyze-security-breach/ 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. 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.   Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? 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