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In the wake of the recent Apple hardware and system software updates, the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, and Jeff Gamet look at some of their experiences in making the upgrades, share a new scam that is laughable, and talk about the new AirPods Pro charging case. (Part 1) Today’s MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Featured Gear. Get more done with your tech, like the JBL Flip 6 Bluetooth Speaker. With 12 hours of play time, IP67 ratings, a new 2-speaker system, and 20 watts of output as well as terrific sound, take your audio entertainment anywhere. Get the details and link at MacVoices.com/FeaturedGear. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:05:45 Beware of Fake Form on Facebook0:06:33 Initial thoughts on Apple operating system updates0:08:04 Eric's comical journey of updating multiple devices0:10:30 Behind the Scenes Magic for Things to Work0:11:11 Personal Devices Update: iPad and Apple TV0:12:48 Ben's Devices are Up to Date and Stable0:15:10 OS Updates: To Wait or Not to Wait?0:17:45 Interesting Update Experience: WatchOS and iOS0:20:50 Smallcube working on beta email application0:22:40 Joe Kissell's love-hate relationship with Apple Mail mentioned in interview0:26:52 Discussion on upcoming iPhone releases and accessories0:30:56 Apple's USB-C case available through repair program only Links: AirPods Replacement, Repair, & Servicehttps://support.apple.com/airpods/repair 3 in 1 Wireless Charging Stationhttps://journeyofficial.com/products/3-in-1-wireless-charging-station? 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

Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner discuss new Apple TV+ topics in this edition of TV+ Talk. Included in the discussion are their positive opinions and the success on the service and why. They dissect the first three episodes of “The Morning Show” and look at streaming service cancellation statistics. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:00:18 Welcome to TV Plus Talk with Charlotte and Chuck 0:02:14 Discussing the latest TV shows and episodes 0:02:23 Jennifer Aniston's high maintenance character and Elon Musk reference 0:03:07 The Opening Episode: Spoiler Question and Backroom Deals 0:05:35 Unrealistic Plot Twist: TV Presenter Goes to Space 0:05:42 Sharing insights on talk show hosts and their guests 0:08:48 Divvish Behavior and Character Dynamics 0:12:23 Wake-up Call: Reactions to Hack and Confiscation of Phones 0:14:16 Christina Hunter's Powerful Performance and Unfair Treatment 0:16:30 Mixed feelings about Season Four 0:19:16 Comparison with Succession and the premise similarity 0:21:11 Desire for a more realistic and believable storyline 0:22:46 Personal Favorites and Documentaries on Apple TV Plus 0:23:26 Apple TV Plus: Is it worth subscribing? 0:33:38 Slowbro: Phenomenal Acting and Writing Guests: Charlotte Henry is a media junkie, covering how Apple is not just a revolutionary tech firm, but a revolutionary media firm. She is based in London, writes and broadcasts for various outlets, and is the author of Not Buying It, an examination of fake news. You can find her on her The Addition blog, her podcast, in her The Addition newsletter on substack, and on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. 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 00:00:17 Welcome to TV Plus Talk with Charlotte and Chuck 00:02:14 Discussing the latest TV shows and episodes 00:02:22 Jennifer Aniston's high maintenance character and Elon Musk reference 00:03:07 The Opening Episode: Spoiler Question and Backroom Deals 00:05:34 Unrealistic Plot Twist: TV Presenter Goes to Space 00:05:41 Sharing insights on talk show hosts and their guests 00:08:47 Divvish Behavior and Character Dynamics 00:12:22 Wake-up Call: Reactions to Hack and Confiscation of Phones 00:14:16 Christina Hunter's Powerful Performance and Unfair Treatment 00:16:30 Mixed feelings about Season Four 00:19:15 Comparison with Succession and the premise similarity 00:21:11 Desire for a more realistic and believable storyline 00:22:46 Personal Favorites and Documentaries on Apple TV Plus 00:23:25 Apple TV Plus: Is it worth subscribing? 00:33:37 Slowbro: Phenomenal Acting and Writing

Our conversation with Jeff Carlson about his fine art print project, Autumn Collection, continues with a focus on the business side. From choosing the right platform to the importance of targeting a specific audience, Jeff shares his choices and rationale. He also talks about why he wanted to see his work extend beyond digital platforms, and how this project is making it happen. (Part 2)  Today’s MacVoices is supported by Factor. Visit FactorMeals.com/macvoices50 and use the code macvoices50 to get 50% off! Show Notes: Chapters: 0:01:59 Self-publishing a book and setting up a Squarespace site 0:04:54 Choosing Shopify for its ease of use and cost-effectiveness 0:06:31 The Challenges of Building an E-commerce Website 0:08:13 Lessons from a Previous Experience with Print-on-Demand Services 0:09:03 The Challenge of Marketing on the Internet 0:10:34 The Difficulty of Navigating Etsy's Search Functionality 0:12:28 Limitations of Using Etsy for Business 0:14:18 The Importance of Printing Photos 0:15:33 Printing, Packaging, and Shipping Orders through Pirate Ship 0:16:29 The appeal of hands-on printing and packaging 0:18:01 The value of artist-created prints and the tactile experience 0:21:48 Plans for future collections and continuation of the project 0:23:21 Addressing concerns of contacting the artist and his credibility 0:24:57 Customization options and potential conversations for larger prints 0:26:11 Inspiring others to embark on their own creative projects Links: Jeff Carlson’s 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. 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 00:01:59 Self-publishing a book and setting up a Squarespace site 00:04:53 Choosing Shopify for its ease of use and cost-effectiveness 00:06:31 The Challenges of Building an E-commerce Website 00:08:12 Lessons from a Previous Experience with Print-on-Demand Services 00:09:03 The Challenge of Marketing on the Internet 00:10:34 The Difficulty of Navigating Etsy's Search Functionality 00:12:28 Limitations of Using Etsy for Business 00:14:17 The Importance of Printing Photos 00:15:32 Printing, Packaging, and Shipping Orders through Pirate Ship 00:16:29 The appeal of hands-on printing and packaging 00:18:01 The value of artist-created prints and the tactile experience 00:19:22 Introduction to Factor, a ready-to-eat meal kit sponsor 00:21:48 Plans for future collections and continuation of the project 00:23:21 Addressing concerns of contacting the artist and his credibility 00:24:56 Customization options and potential conversations for larger prints 00:26:10 Inspiring others to embark on their own creative projects

Jeff Carlson is back to discuss his newest photography project: making fine art prints of his autumn photography available to you in his Autumn Collection. Jeff shares his passion for fall foliage and his decision to sell prints of his seasonal images. Jeff's aim is to make photography accessible and inspire others to explore their own creativity while having the opportunity to enjoy his. We emphasize the craftsmanship that goes into each print, from paper choices to size options to the actual printing. (Part 1)  Today’s MacVoices is supported by Factor. Visit FactorMeals.com/macvoices50 and use the code macvoices50 to get 50% off! Show Notes: Chapters: 0:00:00 Introducing Jeff Carlson's Fine Art Prints 0:06:41 The Challenges of Selling Prints Online 0:08:50 Creating a Unique and Affordable Product 0:11:24 Making Artwork Inspirational and Accessible 0:14:02 Unique Texture and Quality of the Paper 0:16:36 The Ink and Paper Combination for Fine Art Printing 0:18:49 The Importance of Paper Choice in Photo Printing 0:21:43 Photos with Personal Meaning 0:23:05 Elevating Photography to Fine Art 0:27:39 Appreciating the Beauty of Fall 0:28:57 Coming Next: Jeff's Fine Art Prints Project: The Business Angle Links: Jeff Carlson’s 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. 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 Jeff Carlson's Fine Art Prints 00:06:40 The Challenges of Selling Prints Online 00:08:49 Creating a Unique and Affordable Product 00:11:24 Making Artwork Inspirational and Accessible 00:14:02 Unique Texture and Quality of the Paper 00:16:35 The Ink and Paper Combination for Fine Art Printing 00:18:48 The Importance of Paper Choice in Photo Printing 00:21:42 Photos with Personal Meaning 00:23:05 Elevating Photography to Fine Art 00:27:39 Appreciating the Beauty of Fall 00:28:57 Jeff's Fine Art Prints Project: The Business Angle

This month’s MacVoices Update covers a malware scare with the MacVoices Dispatch, the challenges of sponsors, and the new MacVoices Featured Gear and how it will help support the show. The existence of the newsletter, ways you can support the show and the monthly Support Report finish off this month’s Update. Show Notes: Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect:      Web:      http://macvoices.com      Twitter:      http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner      http://www.twitter.com/macvoices      Mastodon:      https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner      Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner      MacVoices Page on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/      MacVoices Group on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice      LinkedIn:      https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/      Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes      Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher:      Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

The discussion of usefulness and drawbacks of various social media platforms continues as we wrap up this MacVoices Live! session.Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, and Ben Roethig are joined by Brittany Smith as they explore the issue of privacy concerns and the need for centralized information sources, and how different platforms align with their needs and interests. (Part 4)  Today’s MacVoices is supported by Factor. Visit FactorMeals.com/macvoices and use the code macvoices50 to get 50% off! Show Notes: Chapters: 0:01:50 Interactions and community engagement on a different social network. 0:02:39 Instant Updates on Mastodon vs. Other Social Media Platforms 0:04:05 Different communities on social media for faster feedback. 0:05:18 Twitter for quick access to local weather reports. 0:07:15 New platforms emerging, messy transition in social media landscape. 0:09:50 Difficulty in recreating the appeal of Twitter on new platforms. 0:10:14 Matthew discusses chat room moderation practices 0:10:39 Disappointment with Political Commentary on Mastodon 0:12:04 Corporate entities prioritize openness for user acquisition 0:12:38 Federation Support: Bug or Feature? 0:16:13 Filtering and Customizing Feeds in Mastodon 0:19:10 The Local Feed vs. Following People 0:21:09 Exploring Different Social Media Platforms 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. 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 00:01:49 Interactions and community engagement on a different social network. 00:02:39 Instant Updates on Mastodon vs. Other Social Media Platforms 00:04:05 Different communities on social media for faster feedback. 00:05:18 Twitter for quick access to local weather reports. 00:07:15 New platforms emerging, messy transition in social media landscape. 00:09:49 Difficulty in recreating the appeal of Twitter on new platforms. 00:10:13 Matthew discusses chat room moderation practices 00:10:38 Disappointment with Political Commentary on Mastodon 00:12:04 Corporate entities prioritize openness for user acquisition 00:12:37 Federation Support: Bug or Feature? 00:16:13 Filtering and Customizing Feeds in Mastodon 00:19:09 The Local Feed vs. Following People 00:21:09 Exploring Different Social Media Platforms

The MacVoices Live! panel looks at Meta's launch of Threads, whether it was premature. and explore essential features for a successful social network. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, and Ben Roethig compare engagement levels with other platforms and highlight the need for content creation and aggregation. We also touch on the challenges faced by X/Twitter and its struggles with monetization, and what each member needs in a social media platform. (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. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:01:11 Revenue streams beyond phone upgrades 0:02:25 Battery replacement and other revenue-generating services 0:02:45 Threads: Is it a Minimum Viable Product? 0:04:23 Threads: Still in the Shakeout Phase 0:04:46 The Challenge of Retaining Users in a Fast-paced Culture 0:05:22 Twitter Troubles and Exploring Alternatives 0:06:30 Engagement Levels on Threads vs. Mastodon 0:15:34 Cross-Posting for Maximum User Reach 0:16:54 The importance of editing posts and alt tags 0:17:45 Controversy over Mastodon Federation 0:19:41 Twitter's Reach and Popularity Declining 0:20:41 Uncertain Future for Twitter's Financial Success 0:21:36 The Stickiness of Social Media Accounts 0:23:05 Management's shortcomings and lack of monetization strategy 0:24:09 Scaling challenges and the conclusion of the discussion 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. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @daveg65@mastodon.cloud Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He’s been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim@techhub.social on Mastodon. Ben Roethig has been in the Apple Ecosystem since the System 7 Days. He is the a former Associate Editor with Geek Beat, Co-Founder of The Tech Hangout and Deconstruct and currently shares his thoughts on RoethigTech. Contact him on  Twitter and Mastodon.   Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect:      Web:      http://macvoices.com      Twitter:      http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner      http://www.twitter.com/macvoices      Mastodon:      https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner      Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner      MacVoices Page on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/      MacVoices Group on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice      LinkedIn:      https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/      Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes      Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher:      Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss 00:00:00 Meta's Premature Thread Launch Raises Questions 00:01:11 Revenue streams beyond phone upgrades 00:02:25 Battery replacement and other revenue-generating services 00:02:44 Threads: Is it a Minimum Viable Product? 00:04:22 Threads: Still in the Shakeout Phase 00:04:46 The Challenge of Retaining Users in a Fast-paced Culture 00:05:22 Twitter Troubles and Exploring Alternatives 00:06:29 Engagement Levels on Threads vs. Mastodon 00:15:33 Cross-Posting for Maximum User Reach 00:16:53 The importance of editing posts and alt tags 00:17:45 Controversy over Mastodon Federation 00:19:40 Twitter's Reach and Popularity Declining 00:20:41 Uncertain Future for Twitter's Financial Success 00:21:36 The Stickiness of Social Media Accounts 00:23:05 Management's shortcomings and lack of monetization strategy 00:24:09 Scaling challenges and the conclusion of the discussion

Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, and Ben Roethig shift to a new topic on MacVoices Live!, examining  Spotify's decision to put song lyrics behind a paywall weighing the pros and cons. We also delve into Apple's challenges, including subscription services and the transition to USB-C cables. Lastly, we touch on Amazon's changes to their streaming music service and the risks associated with uncertified cables for the new iPhone. (Part 2)  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: 0:01:01 Spotify's Decision: Lyrics Only for Paid Accounts 0:02:21 Copyrighted Lyrics and Fake Lyrics Websites 0:03:27 Spotify's move to devalue the free version 0:06:04 The impact of a generous free version on premium subscriptions 0:06:24 Spotify vs Apple Music: Disparity in Artist Royalties 0:09:23 Amazon's Limited Music Catalog and Competition with Other Platforms 0:15:19 Apple Stock: Not Always Up, But Still Promising 0:17:18 Apple's Brilliant Move: Continual Revenue through Subscription Model 0:19:09 Uncertainty Surrounding iPhone Upgrade Cycle 0:20:10 Transition from Lightning cable to USB-C discussed 0:21:28 Commonality across Apple product line with USB-C interface 0:22:17 Licensing revenue and ecosystem concerns arise 0:23:19 The Importance of Certified Cables and Data Transfer 0:25:29 Discussion on Capital Allocation and Share Repurchases 0:29:21 Uncertainty Surrounding Apple's Economic Conditions Links: These are the 5 top risks to Apple stock ahead of its September iPhone 15 event, according to Goldman Sachs https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/apple-stock-price-outlook-5-risks-september-iphone-15-event-2023-8 Apple Argues iMessage Isn't Popular Enough in the EU to Be Regulated https://www.macrumors.com/2023/09/05/imessage-isnt-popular-enough-for-regulation/ 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. 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 00:01:01 Spotify's Decision: Lyrics Only for Paid Accounts 00:02:20 Copyrighted Lyrics and Fake Lyrics Websites 00:03:27 Spotify's move to devalue the free version 00:06:04 The impact of a generous free version on premium subscriptions 00:06:24 Spotify vs Apple Music: Disparity in Artist Royalties 00:09:23 Amazon's Limited Music Catalog and Competition with Other Platforms 00:15:18 Apple Stock: Not Always Up, But Still Promising 00:17:17 Apple's Brilliant Move: Continual Revenue through Subscription Model 00:19:09 Uncertainty Surrounding iPhone Upgrade Cycle 00:20:10 Transition from Lightning cable to USB-C discussed 00:21:28 Commonality across Apple product line with USB-C interface 00:22:17 Licensing revenue and ecosystem concerns arise 00:23:19 The Importance of Certified Cables and Data Transfer 00:25:28 Discussion on Capital Allocation and Share Repurchases 00:29:21 Uncertainty Surrounding Apple's Economic Conditions

A catch-up/pre-Apple Event MacVoices Live! session with Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, and Ben Roethig looks at Apple moving away from leather for their products, the decision to abandon CSCAM efforts, and the inevitable criticism that follows. (Part 1)  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: 0:00:00 Apple Drops Leather and CSAM Scanning 0:05:45 Apple Rumored to Move Away from Leather Watch Bands 0:10:44 Discussion on the Variety of Colors for Solo Loop Bands 0:12:01 Leather Alternatives: A Game Changer for Apple? 0:14:16 Apple's Controversial CSAM Scanning Decision 0:16:25 Balancing Privacy and Safety Concerns for Apple 0:19:06 Should Apple Have Stayed Silent About CSAM Scanning? 0:20:10 Apple's initial discussion and decision not to implement scanning 0:22:01 Speculation and concerns about CSAM on Apple's servers 0:24:59 Apple's Discontinuation of Scanning Raises Privacy Concerns 0:26:20 Apple's Standoff with the FBI in the San Bernardino Case 0:26:49 Privacy Concerns and Technological Impossibilities 0:27:17 Technology: Scanning for Offensive Images and Pre-Blurring 0:28:44 Filtering Images: Giving Users More Control and Power Links: Apple again defends its reasons for abandoning iCloud CSAM scanning https://www.macworld.com/article/2052134/icloud-csam-scanning-privacy-safety.html Spotify testing requiring a Premium subscription to view song lyrics https://www.idownloadblog.com/2023/09/05/spotify-premium-lyrics-requirement/ 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. 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 00:05:45 Apple Drops Leather Leather and CSAM Scanning 00:10:44 Discussion on the Variety of Colors for Solo Loop Bands 00:12:00 Leather Alternatives: A Game Changer for Apple? 00:13:07 Searching for the Name of the Apple Watch Band 00:14:16 Apple's Controversial CSAM Scanning Decision 00:16:25 Balancing Privacy and Safety Concerns for Apple 00:19:06 Should Apple Have Stayed Silent About CSAM Scanning? 00:20:09 Apple's initial discussion and decision not to implement scanning 00:22:00 Speculation and concerns about CSAM on Apple's servers 00:24:58 Apple's Discontinuation of Scanning Raises Privacy Concerns 00:26:19 Apple's Standoff with the FBI in the San Bernardino Case 00:26:49 Privacy Concerns and Technological Impossibilities 00:27:16 Technology: Scanning for Offensive Images and Pre-Blurring 00:28:43 Filtering Images: Giving Users More Control and Power

Our conversation with Joe Kissel, the author of Take Control of Sonoma, continues as we cover Sonoma’s new or revised features that include menubar icons, Keychain Access, stickers, animations, and widgets. Joe gives us some cautions on a few Sonoma features, discusses Apple’s new documentation for Sonoma, and more. (Part 2)  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: 0:03:24 Mac OS: The Target Audience and Windows vs Widgets 0:06:12 Web Browser vs. App: Personal Preference 0:07:03 Apple's Lack of Exciting Features for Productivity 0:08:31 Challenges of Navigating Different Mac Setups 0:11:08 Annoying Menu Bar Icon and Screen Recording Permissions 0:12:31 Bartender App to Organize Menu Bar Icons 0:13:22 Annoyance with Bartender app and recording screen all the time 0:14:33 Apple's purple icon taking up space in menu bar 0:15:47 Additional security and privacy features in Safari 0:18:06 Keychain Access: The Most Hideous App You'll Ever Encounter 0:20:37 Frustration with Password Management in System Settings 0:22:03 Questioning Apple's Threat Model and User Experience 0:22:48 Introduction and Where to Get Joe's Book 0:24:48 The Value of Joe's Books and his Dedication to Helping Guests: Joe Kissell is the publisher of  Take Control ebooks, as well as the author of over 60 books on a wide variety of tech topics. Keep up with him if you can on his personal site, JoeKissell.com, and 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 00:03:24 Mac OS: The Target Audience and Windows vs Widgets 00:06:11 Web Browser vs. App: Personal Preference 00:07:02 Apple's Lack of Exciting Features for Productivity 00:08:30 Challenges of Navigating Different Mac Setups 00:11:07 Annoying Menu Bar Icon and Screen Recording Permissions 00:12:30 Bartender App to Organize Menu Bar Icons 00:13:21 Annoyance with Bartender app and recording screen all the time 00:14:33 Apple's purple icon taking up space in menu bar 00:15:47 Additional security and privacy features in Safari 00:18:05 Keychain Access: The Most Hideous App You'll Ever Encounter 00:20:36 Frustration with Password Management in System Settings 00:22:02 Questioning Apple's Threat Model and User Experience 00:22:47 Introduction and Where to Get Joe's Book 00:24:48 The Value of Joe's Books and his Dedication to Helping