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Our annual Road to Macstock wraps up with a conversation with organizer Mike Potter about the move to a new, intimate venue and the introduction of a virtual pass for live streaming. Mike runs down the list of presenters, what they will be talking about, and why he is extra excited for this year’s conference. (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 The end of the road to Mac Stock with organizer Mike Potter.0:00:27 Final Road to MacStock Show with Mike Potter0:09:54 Finalizing the Event Preparations0:11:49 Ensuring Adequate Resources for Attendees0:12:55 Deadline for purchasing virtual pass and receiving video links0:17:47 Automating processes and planning for upcoming events0:20:08 Embracing the future and adapting to virtual work0:22:06 Incorporating new voices and dynamic to the conference0:23:38 Running through the list of speakers for this year's conference0:24:39 The Power of Mesh Routers and NAS in Home Networks0:30:36 Embracing Simplicity in Life0:30:41 Exciting talks for both longtime and new Mac users0:32:12 AI-based program Mac Whisper and Marty's talk on artificial intelligence Guests: Michael Potter  is the Executive Producer of For Mac Eyes Only, and the organizer of the annual Macstock Conference and Expo. Mike's love-affair for all things Apple began in his Junior High's Library playing Lemonade Stand on a pair of brand new Apple ][+ computers. His penchant for Apple gear continued to be nurtured by the public school system when, in High School, he was hired as a lab supervisor to help run the Apple ][e lab for his fellow students and their Print Shop needs. Then, further still, in college he often opted to help a friend with her Computer Graphics coursework instead of focusing on his own studies, but only because it helped get him closer to the Mac-lab. 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

In the second part of our discussion with Joe Kissell about Take Control of Your Digital Legacy, Second Edition, Joe talks about the importance of designating a trusted digital executor and consulting professionals for handling digital assets. We recover the risks of relying on third-party services and the need for a backup plan. Practical tips include writing your own obituary and carefully managing passwords. Joe's book on digital legacy offers more detailed information and even a template you can use. (2) This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by our Patreon supporters. Get access to the MacVoices Slack and MacVoices After Dark by joining in at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:00:00 Part Two: Taking Control of Your Digital Legacy0:01:04 Importance of a Tech-Savvy Digital Executor0:03:50 Legal Considerations for Assigning a Digital Executor0:07:21 Importance of Backing Up Third-Party Instant Messaging Data0:08:36 The Importance of Digital Legacy Management0:10:08 The Death Industry: Startups and the Importance of Vetting0:12:54 Planning for the Unexpected: Incapacitation and Accidents0:20:01 Managing Passwords and Digital Legacy0:22:29 Challenges with Apple's Keychain Access App0:25:38 A Preview of the Book's Content0:27:21 Exploring the Option of Gifting the Book0:30:36 Importance of Take Control Books for Everyone Links: DevonThink Pro 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

Joe Kissell’s latest effort is an important one. Take Control of Your Digital Legacy, Second Edition outlines the importance of preserving digital assets and navigating account access policies after your death. Joe emphasized the need for up-to-date information on managing digital legacies and highlighted challenges with companies like Google and Apple. He recommends strategies for protecting personal information and preserving content, such as using the Internet Archive and having a digital executor. (Part 1) [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV23194.mp3[/embed] This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available all Patrons of MacVoices. Sign up at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters:0:00:00 Introduction to the Importance of Digital Legacy0:01:19 Making A Difficult Topic Approachable and Manageable0:02:45 Making the End-of-life Process Enjoyable and Pain-free0:04:15 Challenges of Preserving Digital Assets in the Cloud0:05:55 Ensuring Access to Important Data for Loved Ones0:06:24 Policies and Updates for Accounts After Death0:08:16 Managing Apple, Google, and Microsoft Accounts After Death0:11:50 Legacy contacts and access to purchased media after death0:14:35 The potential risks of large language models and incorrect information0:23:07 The Importance of Archived Content0:24:42 Preserving Files with the Internet Archive0:26:17 Challenges of Keeping Blogs and Websites Alive Indefinitely0:29:22 Downloading Websites: Tools and Techniques0:30:53 Using a Web Crawler to Download Linked Pages0:31:18 Importance of Securing Your Digital Legacy Links: DevonThink Pro 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

The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo is approaching an end as we talk to Dave Hamilton about the Mac Geek Gab Caucus session at Macstock and the format it will take. We also cover what Dave will present in his Synology Disk Station presentation and how you can submit questions and ideas for that session. 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, access MacVoices Magazine content on Flipboard, on the web, or in your favorite RSS reader. Show Notes: Chapters:0:02:01 Mac Geek Gab Caucus: Tech Issues Over 18 Years0:06:19 Recording and Streaming the Mac Geek Gab Caucus0:07:31 Exploring Synology Disk Stations: Tips and Q&A0:10:46 Organizing media server without duplicating files0:12:16 Exploring the best way to organize files and storage0:15:37 Embracing Interactivity: The Essence of Macstock0:17:14 Personalization and Unique Workflows at Macstock0:22:40 Connect with Dave Hamilton on various platforms Guests: Dave Hamilton  is co-host of The Mac Geek Gab and co-Founder of BackBeat Media. You can also find him and co-hosting both Business Brain and Gig Gab, and on social media as @davehamilton. 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

In Part 2 of our conversation about  Adobe Lightroom: A Complete Course and Compendium of Features author Jeff Carlson explores the usability of Lightroom's features for landscape photography and the masking feature,which allows for precise adjustments without affecting the rest of the image. The importance of understanding Lightroom's capabilities is emphasized, and the Jeff explains how this book aims to guide photographers in approaching their editing process differently. We also touch on Lightroom Classic's plug-in system and its flexibility in integrating with other applications. Jeff shares insights on exporting images from Lightroom, editing them in other programs, and re-importing them versus using third-party plugins within Lightroom. We wrap up by discussing AI's influence on photography. (Part 2) Today’s MacVoices is supported by Factor. Visit FactorMeals.com/macvoices and use the code macvoices50 to get 50% off! Show Notes: Chapters: 0:00:47 Exploring Portraits and Retouching in Lightroom0:01:01 Different Types of Photography0:01:11 Introduction to general-purpose photography and adjusting tone, color, contrast0:02:25 Importance of Lighting in Product Photography0:04:01 Creating a color mask to selectively brighten the grass in a landscape photo0:04:10 Capturing the Beauty of Landscapes0:09:12 The limitations of AI-powered photo editing tools0:11:35 Using Topaz Sharpen AI for precise image adjustments0:15:20 Workflow implications of using third-party utilities for image editing.0:18:08 No functional difference between utilities, just workflow and time commitment.0:22:03 Excitement over a 40% discount on options0:23:31 The amount of work put into the book0:28:25 Jeff's recent work and website: jeffcarlson.com0:30:29 Plans to discuss generative AI in the future0:31:34 Connecting with Chuck on social media and show notes.Links: Adobe Lightroom: A Complete Course and Compendium of Features (Rocky Nook link Adobe Lightroom: A Complete Course and Compendium of Features (Amazon link) Guests: Jeff Carlson is an author, photographer, and freelance writer. Among many other projects, he publishes the Smarter Image newsletter, which explores how computational photography, AI, and machine learning are fundamentally changing the art and science of photography. He’s covered the personal technology field from Macs and PalmPilots to iPhones and mirrorless cameras, publishing in paper magazines, printed books, ebooks, and websites. He’s also the co-host of the podcasts PhotoActive and Photocombobulate, writes for Take Control, has spoken at several conferences and events. He lives in Seattle, where, yes, it is just as gray and wet and coffee-infused as you think it is. Support:     Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon     http://patreon.com/macvoices     Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect:     Web:     http://macvoices.com     Twitter:     http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner     http://www.twitter.com/macvoices     Mastodon:     https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner     Facebook:     http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner     MacVoices Page on Facebook:     http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/     MacVoices Group on Facebook:     http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice     LinkedIn:     https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/     Instagram:     https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:     Audio in iTunes     Video in iTunes     Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher:     Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss     Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

Jeff Carlson joins us to discuss his new book, Adobe Lightroom: A Complete Course and Compendium of Features. The book is divided into a course section and a compendium section, offering practical exercises and advanced features explanations. Jeff addresses the confusion around Lightroom's different versions and highlight Lightroom Classic's extensive capabilities. He also explores Lightroom's AI-based masking and denoise features. (Part 1) [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV23191.mp3[/embed] Today’s MacVoices is supported by Factor. Visit FactorMeals.com/macvoices and use the code macvoices50 to get 50% off! Show Notes: Chapters:0:03:09 Course vs. Compendium: Learning the Basics and Going In-depth0:06:36 The confusion surrounding different versions of Lightroom0:09:02 Lightroom Desktop's cloud-focused features and modern code base0:12:27 Lightroom Classic vs Lightroom Desktop: Core Features Comparison0:14:13 Additional Modules in Lightroom Classic for Web and Mapping0:19:44 Different Approaches to File Handling0:19:51 Introduction to Lightroom's Photo Library and Editing Options0:21:18 Lightroom's capabilities and simplification of file management0:27:41 The significant impact of AI features on editing efficiency0:31:54 Lightroom as a Cost-Effective Editing Solution0:34:19 AI-Based Denoise Feature in Lightroom0:35:14 Jeff discusses the importance of understanding Lightroom's effects.Links: Adobe Lightroom: A Complete Course and Compendium of Features (Rocky Nook link Adobe Lightroom: A Complete Course and Compendium of Features (Amazon link) Guests: Jeff Carlson is an author, photographer, and freelance writer. Among many other projects, he publishes the Smarter Image newsletter, which explores how computational photography, AI, and machine learning are fundamentally changing the art and science of photography. He’s covered the personal technology field from Macs and PalmPilots to iPhones and mirrorless cameras, publishing in paper magazines, printed books, ebooks, and websites. He’s also the co-host of the podcasts PhotoActive and Photocombobulate, writes for Take Control, has spoken at several conferences and events. He lives in Seattle, where, yes, it is just as gray and wet and coffee-infused as you think it is. Support:     Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon     http://patreon.com/macvoices     Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect:     Web:     http://macvoices.com     Twitter:     http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner     http://www.twitter.com/macvoices     Mastodon:     https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner     Facebook:     http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner     MacVoices Page on Facebook:     http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/     MacVoices Group on Facebook:     http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice     LinkedIn:     https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/     Instagram:     https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:     Audio in iTunes     Video in iTunes     Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher:     Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss     Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

In the final part of this MacVoices Live! session, Chuck Joiner, Jim Rea, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby, Mark Fuccio and Eric Bolden  discuss Google's surprising decision to exit the domain name registration business. They delve into the reasons behind this move and speculate on Google's motives, considering the competition and low margins in the domain business. The panel also explores Spotify's recent news and changes, including a fine for GDPR violations and the departure of Harry and Megan from their podcast stable. They discuss Spotify's struggle to find success beyond Joe Rogan and the upcoming launch of their hi-fi or lossless service. (Part 3) [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV23190.mp3[/embed] Today’s MacVoices is supported by Factor. Visit FactorMeals.com/macvoices and use the code macvoices50 to get 50% off! Show Notes: Chapters: 0:00:01 Google Exiting Domain Name Registration Business0:01:53 The value of older machines and repurposing them0:03:35 Hooking Users on the Product or the Process?0:04:43 Google's Strange Move into the Domain Registration Business0:06:40 Speculations on Google's Motive for Being in the Domain Business0:07:46 Google's decision to liquidate its domain business0:09:13 Competition from WordPress and other registrars0:16:55 Megan and Harry's Podcasts: Effort or Grift?0:18:24 Spotify's Bet on Podcasts and Trevor Noah's Weekly Show0:24:08 Transitioning from Spotify to Apple Music0:25:25 Spotify's struggle to find success beyond Joe Rogan0:25:58 Connecting with the Guests: Where to Find Them Online0:31:23 Connect with Chuck on social media and get show notes. Links: Google Domains shutting down, assets sold and being migrated to Squarespacehttps://9to5google.com/2023/06/15/google-domains-squarespace/ Spotify ends its podcast deal with Harry and Meghanhttps://www.engadget.com/spotify-ends-its-podcast-deal-with-harry-and-meghan-142710519.html Spotify has been fined $5.4 million for violating GDPR data ruleshttps://www.engadget.com/spotify-has-been-fined-54-million-for-violating-gdpr-data-rules-172036418.html Spotify Rumored to Launch HiFi Audio as Part of New Top-Tier 'Supremium' Subscription Planhttps://www.macrumors.com/2023/06/20/spotify-to-launch-hifi-as-part-of-new-plan/ Spotify Rumored to Launch HiFi Audio as Part of New Top-Tier 'Supremium' Subscription Planhttps://www.macrumors.com/2023/06/20/spotify-to-launch-hifi-as-part-of-new-plan/ Trevor Noah to launch original Spotify podcasthttps://mashable.com/article/spotify-trevor-noah-podcast 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 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. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim on Twitter. 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. 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This MacVoices Live! session continues as we explore the conflicts within Reddit, risks of mailing checks, and a security breach with Western Digital's My Cloud service. Chuck Joiner, Jim Rea, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby, Mark Fuccio, and Eric Bolden challenge the concept of the "Apple tax" and talk about Google's exit from domain name registration. (Part 2)   This MacVoices is supported by Notion. Do your most efficient work with Notion Projects. You can try it for free today at notion.com/macvoices. Show Notes Chapters:0:03:14 Reddit's Server Costs and Financial Troubles0:04:57 Reddit's Poor Communication and Business Decision0:05:23 Lessons Not Learned: Alienating Users and Potential Blowback0:06:43 Volunteer Moderators: The Backbone of the Platform0:07:02 Reddit's popularity due to previous service, Dig0:08:51 Concerns about Reddit's future as a profit-generating company0:10:45 The Strengths and Weaknesses of Reddit0:11:51 Communities seeking alternate information storage options0:14:23 Risks of check interception and electronic payment alternatives0:17:40 Payment methods and concerns about giving direct account access0:19:42 Safety tip: Use separate checking accounts for different purposes0:22:14 Western Digital's MyCloud security breach and data protection concerns0:27:09 Concerns about Security Holes and Dubious Services0:29:25 Apple Value vs. Apple Tax0:31:03 Oculus devices vs. Meta's Quest: Quality and Cost Comparison Links: Reddit hackers demand $4.5 million and API changes in threat to leak 80GB of datahttps://www.engadget.com/reddit-hackers-demand-45-million-and-api-changes-in-threat-to-leak-80gb-of-data-114041164.html Why You Should Stop Sending Checks in the Mail, Especially Nowhttps://lifehacker.com/why-you-should-stop-sending-checks-in-the-mail-especia-1850543113 Western Digital’s cloud storage service went down for days due to breach https://www.itbrew.com/stories/2023/04/21/western-digital-s-cloud-storage-service-went-down-for-days-due-to-breach Meta will lower the Quest headset's recommended age from 13 to 10https://www.engadget.com/meta-will-lower-the-quest-headsets-recommended-age-from-13-to-10-211153535.html Google Domains shutting down, assets sold and being migrated to Squarespacehttps://9to5google.com/2023/06/15/google-domains-squarespace/ 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 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. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim on Twitter. 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. 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This MacVoices Live! session starts off with a discussion of the impact of Apple's API restrictions on third-party applications, particularly in relation to mail plug-ins in Sonoma. Chuck Joiner, Jim Rea, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs and Web Bixby explore the importance of having a backup plan and the challenges faced by developers when APIs lack functionality. We also cover alternative options for Gmail users and workarounds for using Apple Mail with Outlook. Other topics include MSG file compatibility on Mac, the popularity of shows like "Silo" and "Foundation," and the possibility of a season four of "Ted Lasso.” (Part 1) This MacVoices is supported by Notion. Do your most efficient work with Notion Projects. You can try it for free today at notion.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters:0:00:00 Apple drops mail plug-in support in Sonoma0:04:18 The importance of having a backup for third-party applications0:06:26 Dependency on Gmail's API for email applications0:07:00 The impact of large companies on APIs.0:09:00 Limited functionality of Apple's new API for mail.0:14:34 Outlook on Mac vs Outlook on iOS0:16:32 Consideration of alternative mail clients, like Edison Mail0:17:39 Different Email Clients for Work and Personal Use0:20:52 Challenges with Apple Mail and MS Exchange in Enterprise Environment0:22:24 Workaround for Opening MSG Files on Mac0:23:41 Email clients and their suitability0:24:09 Silo: Apple TV Show Renewed for Second Season0:26:23 Silo: Unraveling the Story with Twists and Turns0:27:53 Mixed Reactions to Episode 1, but Hooked by Episode 20:29:02 Apple TV: Platonic, Mixed Reviews, and After Party Season Two0:32:02 Chemistry and Uncertainty in TV Show CastsLinks: macOS Sonoma Drops Support for Legacy Mail App Plug-inshttps://www.macrumors.com/2023/06/14/macos-sonoma-drops-legacy-mail-app-plug-ins/ Miimestreamhttps://mimestream.com TNEF's Enoughhttps://www.joshjacob.com/mac-development/tnef.php Apple TV+ Renews Post-Apocalyptic Drama ‘Silo’ for a Second Seasonhttps://www.mactrast.com/2023/06/apple-tv-renews-post-apocalyptic-drama-silo-for-a-second-season/ Tim Cook wants season four of 'Ted Lasso,' says Coach Beardhttps://appleinsider.com/articles/23/06/20/tim-cook-wants-season-four-of-ted-lasso-says-coach-beard Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @brian8944@mastodon.cloud. 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 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. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim on Twitter. 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

Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Brittany Smith, Eric Bolden, Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, and Brian Flanagan-Arthurs finish up this MacVoices Live! discussion with more on Reddit, a conversation about the limits of ChatGPT, and a caution about how we think of “large language models” versus “AI”. (Part 3) This MacVoices is supported by HelloFresh, America's #1 Meal Kit. Visit HelloFresh.com/macvoices50 and use code macvoices50 for 50% off and free shipping! This MacVoices is supported by Notion. Do your most efficient work with Notion Projects. You can try it for free today at notion.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:01:44 The Issue of Bias in AI and Content Feeding0:04:51 The impact of using a public system versus a company's own system0:06:41 Using multiple language models to optimize query generation0:09:39 Uncertainty and challenges in dealing with emerging issues0:11:25 Large language models lack intelligence but can be refined0:15:11 AI vs. LLM: The Basis for Information and Knowledge0:19:41 True AI vs. LLM: Content Creation and Reliance on Humans0:26:20 Introductions and Contact Information Links: Popular subreddits plan to extend API protests indefinitelyhttps://www.engadget.com/popular-subreddits-plan-to-extend-blackouts-indefinitely-205005565.html Reddit CEO: Apollo-Related Subreddit Blackouts 'Will Pass,' No Significant Revenue Impact So Farhttps://www.macrumors.com/2023/06/13/reddit-ceo-blackouts-no-revenue-impact/ Amazon is now replacing customers’ discontinued Cloud Cams with new Blink Mini deviceshttps://techcrunch.com/2022/11/07/amazon-is-now-replacing-customers-discontinued-cloud-cams-with-new-blink-mini-devices Reddit’s API pricing results in shocking $20 million-a-year bill for Apollohttps://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2023/05/reddits-api-pricing-results-in-shocking-20-million-a-year-bill-for-apollo/ 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. 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 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. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim on Twitter. Ben Roethig has been in the Apple Ecosystem since the System 7 Days. He is the a former Associate Editor with Geek Beat, Co-Founder of The Tech Hangout and Deconstruct and currently shares his thoughts on RoethigTech. Contact him on  Twitter and Mastodon. Guy Serle, best known for being one of the co-hosts of the MyMac Podcast, sincerely apologizes for anything he has done or caused to have happened while in possession of dangerous podcasting equipment. He should know better but being a blonde from Florida means he's probably incapable of understanding the damage he has wrought. Guy is also the author of the novel, The Maltese Cube. You can follow his exploits on Twitter, catch him on Mac to the Future on Facebook, at @Macparrot@mastodon.social, and find everything at VertShark.com. Brittany Smith is a trained cognitive neuroscientist who provides ADD/ADHD, technology, and productivity coaching through her business, Devise and Conquer, along with companion video courses for folks with ADHD. She’s also the cofounder of The ADHD Guild, a community for nerdy folks with ADHD. She, herself, is a self-designated “well-rounded geek”. She can be found on Twitter as @addliberator, on Mastodon as @addliberator@pdx.social, and on YouTube with tech tips. Support:     Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon     http://patreon.com/macvoices     Enjoy this episode? 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