Kirk McElhearn and host Chuck Joiner deliver the first part of MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #6 as the holiday starts to close in on us. From productivity to protection devices, find something that suits the tech person on your list. (Part 1) 

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Show Notes:

MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide 2023 on Flipboard  https://flipboard.com/@chuckjoiner/2023-macvoices-holiday-gift-guide-hrivlnr7z

Chapters:

0:01:31 How the Gift Guide Show Works 0:02:27 The convenience of the PodMic USB microphone 0:03:31 Reducing visual static with the Rode DS2 desktop mic stand 0:04:55 Rode mic and stand versatility 0:06:20 Recommendation: Catalyst waterproof case for AirPods Pro 0:07:20 Durability and features of the Catalyst case 0:08:27 Importance of investing in quality cases 0:09:28 Discussion on various types of AirPods and headphones 0:11:59 Discovering the Logitech MX Master 3S for Mac 0:13:31 The preference for mice over trackpads 0:16:13 Keyboard Preferences: Snobs vs. Nonchalant Users 0:19:53 STM MagArm: An Extra Screen for Mobile Users 0:20:57 Personalization and the Search for the Perfect Setup

Links:

Kirk McElhearn’s Picks:

Rode DS2 Mic Stand https://amzn.to/41FKo9z

https://rode.com/en/accessories/stands-bars/ds2

Rode PodMic Cardioid Dynamic Broadcast Microphone  https://amzn.to/3va4jkr

Logitech MX Master 3S - Wireless Performance Mouse  https://amzn.to/3RrBwzj

Dyson Purifier Hot+Cool™ HP07 Air Purifier, Heater, and Fan  https://amzn.to/3TqRWe0

Chuck Joiner’s Picks:

Rode Procaster Broadcast Dynamic Vocal Microphone https://amzn.to/4ap1rAA

Catalyst Waterproof Special Edition Case for AirPods Pro (1st and 2nd Gen) Wireless and USB-C Charging Compatible https://amzn.to/3NRNIbZ

STM MagArm – MagSafe Accessory - Mount iPhone on Laptop or Monitor https://amzn.to/481FrKo

Guests:

Kirk McElhearn writes about Macs, iPods, iTunes, books, music and more. He is a regular contributor to TidBITS, as well as several other web sites and magazines. He is an avid podcaster who’s shows include The Next Track, The Committed, The Intego Mac Podcast, PhotoActive and The Zen of Everything. You can follow him on Twitter, and visit his personal web site, Kirkville.

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00:01:30 How the Gift Guide Show Works 00:02:26 The convenience of the PodMic USB microphone 00:03:31 Reducing visual static with the Rode DS2 desktop mic stand 00:04:55 Rode mic and stand versatility 00:06:20 Recommendation: Catalyst waterproof case for AirPods Pro 00:07:20 Durability and features of the Catalyst case 00:08:26 Importance of investing in quality cases 00:09:27 Discussion on various types of AirPods and headphones 00:11:42 Exclusive Offer: Try Incogni Risk-Free with Money-Back Guarantee 00:11:59 Discovering the Logitech MX Master 3S for Mac 00:13:31 The preference for mice over trackpads 00:16:13 Keyboard Preferences: Snobs vs. Nonchalant Users 00:19:52 STM MagArm: An Extra Screen for Mobile Users 00:20:57 Personalization and the Search for the Perfect Setup