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Joe Kissell is ending 2017 with a bang, bringing four book titles back to Take Control, and updating them for High Sierra in the process. Take Control of Speeding Up Your Mac, Take Control of Troubleshooting Your Mac, Take Control of Maintaining Your Mac, and Take Control of Backing Up Your Mac make up what Joe calls their “fitness” bundle, essential information for every Mac user. Each book stands on its own, but there are themes that cut across all the subjects. Joe gives us some ideas on how High Sierra’s new file system, APFS, changes the game for all the titles, why backups are even more important if you’ve adopted the new file system, and how sometimes the most basic parts of your system need to have special attention.

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Show Notes:

Chuck Joiner is the producer and host of MacVoices. You can catch up with what he's doing on Twitter, Facebook, Google+ and LinkedIn.

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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.

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Netgear Orbi Home WiFi System

Our final Holiday Gift Guide for 2017 features some large, expensive items, some small, affordable items, some apps, some altruistic options, and more than a few surprises and laughs. From speakers to running gear, Macs to training, the picks are delivered by Tonya Engst, Frederick Van Johnson, and host Chuck Joiner.

Today’s MacVoices is sponsored by eero, the wireless mesh network that you need. Find out how simple and powerful wireless can be. To get yours, with free shipping in the U.S. and Canada, use the coupon code “macvoices” at checkout.

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and by Our new Patreon campaign. If you find value in MacVoices, please consider helping sponsor the show, and our ongoing efforts to bring you quality information.

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Show Notes:

Chuck Joiner is the producer and host of MacVoices. You can catch up with what he's doing on Twitter, Facebook, Google+ and LinkedIn.

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Tonya Engst spends her days immersed in Apple technology as part of the TidBITS Web site (Apple news for the rest of us). Follow her on Twitter.

Frederick Van Johnson is a professional photographer host of This Week in Photo, and founder of the TWiP Network - one of the world’s most popular photography-related podcast media properties. Frederick also consults on marketing with a number of photography industry companies. Frederick began his career as a Combat Photojournalist in the United States Air Force After the military, Frederick went on to study visual communication at the University of California in Santa Barbara, California. Frederick also studied at Brooks Institute in Santa Barbara, where he ultimately became Chairman of the Board of Trustees. Frederick was also a key member of team responsible for the development of iPhoto, Apple’s award-winning photo management application. Highly knowledgeable on multiple disciplines of photography, technology, and Internet trends – Frederick is able to discuss how emerging trends and technologies effect and benefit both amateur and professional photographers. Frederick is also author of the popular book “Global Mobile, Connecting without Wires, Walls, or Borders”. Today Frederick lives in Sacramento, California, and continues to practice photography whenever possible. He has also been known to sneak in playing a game or two on his PlayStation or flying his drone from time to time. You can follow him on Twitter.

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Tonya Engst’s Picks:

The Buddy Pouch iPhone case

Carved iPhone cases and stands

Carved iPhone Cases on Amazon

Bamboo Speaker - Wood Bluetooth 3.0 Wireless Portable Speaker by Carved

Contributions:

To your favorite online tech journalism site (such as TidBITS, but there are many worthwhile sites that take contributions or offer memberships as a means of paying writers and running servers). Support indie news and responsible reporting.

Donation to Wikipedia

Donation to Electronic Frontier Foundation (when you donate, you can also get a t-shirt, stickers, etc. as a thank you for your donation)

Swordfish Hand Warmer 4,000mAh Portable Charger External Battery Pack

Anker 20100mAh Portable Charger PowerCore 20100 - Ultra High Capacity Power Bank with 4.8A Output, PowerIQ Technology

Frederick Van Johnson’s Picks:

VAUX speaker add-on for Amazon Echo Dot

iMac Pro

MasterClass

Segway miniPRO Smart Self Balancing Transporter

Segway Mini Plus

Chuck Joiner’s Picks:

Vantrue N2 Dual Dash Cam

Panasonic Premium Noise Cancelling Over-The-Ear Stereo Headphones with Mac/Controller RP-HC800-K

White Noise iOS app by TMSOFT

JBL Flip 4

iMazing

As the holiday shopping season comes down the home stretch, our fifth gift guide provides suggestions for Apple Watch users, photographers, videographers, those interested in home automation, those who are are security minded, and those who are interested in trying new Mac applications on a regular basis. The panel of Wally Cherwiski, David Ginsburg, and host Chuck Joiner provide the picks, along with two MacVoices listeners/viewers.

Today’s MacVoices is sponsored by eero, the wireless mesh network that you need. Find out how simple and powerful wireless can be. To get yours, with free shipping in the U.S. and Canada, use the coupon code “macvoices” at checkout.

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Smile, the makers of PDFpen and PDFpenPro, PDFpen for iPad, PDFpen for iPhone, PDFpen Scan+, as well as TextExpander for Mac and TextExpander for iPhone and iPad, as well as the new TextExpander for Windows. Great software to help you get more done.

http://SmileSoftware.com

Show Notes:

Chuck Joiner is the producer and host of MacVoices. You can catch up with what he's doing on Twitter, Facebook, Google+ and LinkedIn.

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Guests:

Wally Cherwinski is a Videographer based in Ottawa, Canada. Originally trained as a scientist, he spent a portion of his career in research and teaching at the University of Cambridge, England while doubling as a freelance photographer and writer. Later, he joined Canada's National Research Council and spent many years managing communications for the Canadian Space Program.

Starting with 16mm film, he has written and directed numerous documentaries and television features, including projects with Canada's National Film Board. More recently, he has combined his passion for video with his love of travel.

Wally has been a Mac user since the original 128K in 1984 and his Apple "museum" includes 28 Macs (not to mention Newtons, iPods, iPhones & iPads). He has delivered video workshops at Macworld, at Macintosh User Groups in Canada and on three MacMania cruises. He also writes a regular video column in the ScreenCastsOnline monthly magazine. You can connect with him on Twitter,or view his Cirque du Mac videos (and others) on his YouTube channel.

David Ginsburg is the President of the Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group, and is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Find and follow him on Twitter as @daveg65. You can also hear him share his knowledge on his podcast, In Touch With iOS.

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Wally Cherwinski's Picks:

elago Apple Watch Nightstand, 1998 iMac, Aqua Blue or Aqua Pink

elago Apple Watch Nightstand, 128K Mac

Apple Print Products; photo books, calendars, greeting cards, prints

Ztylus Journalist Kit for iPhone video

Ztylus lens kits for iPhone X, 8 Plus and 7 Plus

Ztylus Revolver lens kits for iPhone series 5 to 8 (including Plus sizes)

Remote control shutter release

Mountainsmith Tour Lumbar Pack

Mountainsmith Strapettes (shoulder straps for Tour Lumbar Pack)

David Ginsburg's Picks:

DockCase for Macbook Pro

Google Home Mini

Beats Solo3 Wireless Headphones

iPhone X Leather Folio Case

Chuck Joiner's Picks:

SetApp

Blink Home Security Camera System (Listener Steve M.)

Etekcity Wireless Remote Control Electrical Outlet Switch for Household Appliances, Wireless Remote Light Switch (Listener Curt B.)

iPhone X

In the new version of Photos: A Take Control Crash Course, Jason Snell helps you get the most out of the apps on both macOS and iOS. Jason joins us to discuss the evolution of Apple’s photo editing apps, and how they have now come into their own. He talks about iCloud Photo Library, the new photo and video formats and why you should use them, and how Live Photos is just starting to come into its own. Jason also names the most under-used feature in Photos, and how to make it work for you.

This edition of MacVoices is sponsored by Smile, the makers of PDFpen and PDFpenPro, PDFpen for iPad, PDFpen for iPhone, PDFpen Scan+, as well as TextExpander for Mac and TextExpander for iPhone and iPad, as well as the new TextExpander for Windows. Great software to help you get more done.

http://SmileSoftware.com

and by our new Patreon campaign. If you find value in MacVoices, please consider helping sponsor the show, and our ongoing efforts to bring you quality information.

http://patreon.com/macvoices

Show Notes:

Chuck Joiner is the producer and host of MacVoices. You can catch up with what he's doing on Twitter, Facebook, Google+ and LinkedIn.

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Guests:

Jason Snell is the founder and editor of SixColors. He was the lead editor for Macworld for more than a decade. For a couple of years he also oversaw editorial operations for PCWorld, and launched TechHive and Greenbot. All told he worked for IDG for 17 years and Ziff-Davis for three before that. That adds up to two decades of doing technology journalism and covering Apple at close range. During his time at Macworld, he covered every major Apple product release, including every version of OS X, the iPod, iPhone, and iPad, and much more. He has written breaking news, interviewed executives (including Steve Jobs), reviewed major products, written how-to articles, penned award-winning editorials, shot and edited videos, produced podcasts… you name it. He left IDG in 2014 to start SixColors. He also hosts a wide variety of podcasts, including The Incomparable, Clockwise, and Upgrade. You can follow him on Twitter.

Our holiday gift guide series rolls on with more great product picks. This time, the panel of Shelly Brisbin, Jim Tanous and host Chuck Joiner not only provide their selections, but also discuss the privacy implications of one gift, the affordability of a timely pick, and an adult twist on on a holiday tradition.

This edition of MacVoices is sponsored by Smile, the makers of PDFpen and PDFpenPro, PDFpen for iPad, PDFpen for iPhone, PDFpen Scan+, as well as TextExpander for Mac and TextExpander for iPhone and iPad, as well as the new TextExpander for Windows. Great software to help you get more done.

http://SmileSoftware.com

and by Our new Patreon campaign. If you find value in MacVoices, please consider helping sponsor the show, and our ongoing efforts to bring you quality information.

Patreon

Show Notes:

Chuck Joiner is the producer and host of MacVoices. You can catch up with what he's doing on Twitter, Facebook, Google+ and LinkedIn.

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Shelly Brisbin is a writer, editor, podcaster, and cocktail enthusiast. Her current project is iOS Access for All, a comprehensive guide to accessibility for Apple's iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch. The ebook will be published in the spring of 2014. Shelly's career in tech journalism spans 25 years, 13 books,hundreds of articles and blog posts for leading tech publications, and several stints on the editorial staffs of leading trade publications and Web sites. She served as editor-in-chief of Blogger & Podcaster Magazine, networking editor for MacUser Magazine, and an editor for online learning company, Powered, Inc. and two Hoover's Web sites. Her podcasts include the award-winning Shelly's Podcast, and App Store Pundit, an iOS app review show. Her cocktail writing appears on this blog, and at the sadly departed The Spirit World. When she's not working, Shelly spends time with her husband and cats in Austin, Texas, watches ancient movies, and reads books, many of which are made of paper. Follow her on Twitter.

Jim M. Tanous runs TekRevue, a general interest technology site covering the most important stories each day from the world of Mac, Windows, Mobile, and Gaming, along with frequent tips and tutorials on how to get the most out of your technology. He also stops by The Mac Observer each week to drop off a tip or two from the Mac Geek Gab podcast. Prior to starting TekRevue, Jim wrote for The Mac Observer, fixed computers for Apple, installed medical records software for McKesson, and assisted attorneys at a New York law firm. Born in Buffalo, NY, Jim now lives in Erie, PA with his wife and young son, and spends most of his day trying to keep the family's three cats off of his desk. You can contact Jim via Twitter, Facebook, Google+, or email.

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Shelly Brisbin’s Picks:

MarsEdit

Sonos One

Logitech iPad Pro Keyboard Case

The Whiskey Advent Calendar

Jim Tanous’ Picks:

Elgato Cam Link

Logitech Brio

iClever BoostStrip

Anker 1-foot Lightning Cable

Tea Forté Tea Chest Tasting Assortment

Hot Wheels Star Wars Ships

Chuck Joiner’s Picks:

Apple Watch Series 3

OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock

Spigen Tough Armor iPhone X Case with Kickstand and Extreme Heavy Duty Protection and Air Cushion Technology for Apple iPhone X

TCL 65C807 65-Inch 4K Ultra HD Roku Smart LED TV

You can never have too many ports, but you can certainly run into connectivity problems if you don’t have enough…or the right adapters. The OWC USB-C Dock helps with that if your Mac supports USB-C. Chuck runs through the capabilities and characteristics of this device can can add even more versatility to your Mac.

This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Magazine, our free magazine on Flipboard that helps you do more with your Apple tech.

http://MacVoices.com/Magazine

Show Notes:

Chuck Joiner is the producer and host of MacVoices. You can catch up with what he's doing on Twitter, Facebook, Google+ and LinkedIn.

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OWC USB-C Dock on MacSales.com

OWC USB-C Dock on Amazon

This edition of our holiday gift guide features gift ideas that range from home automation to pet tech, drone gear to storage devices, iOS apps to outdoor gear. The panel of Charles Edge, Jean MacDonald, Steve Sande and host Chuck Joiner name the picks and makes sure they are all color-coordinated.

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Show Notes:

Chuck Joiner is the producer and host of MacVoices. You can catch up with what he's doing on Twitter, Facebook, Google+ and LinkedIn.

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Guests:

Charles Edge has written 9 books and over 3,000 blog posts on technology, with a focus on large-scale systems and server management, including Take Control of OS X Server .He is currently a product manager for JAMF Software. When not playing with computers at work, he can be found at home tinkering with computers for fun. His personal blog is krypted.com, his podcast is The Mac Admins Podcast, and you can follow him on Twitter.

Jean MacDonald is the Community Director of Micro.blog, and the Founder and former Executive Director of App Camp For Girls, a program to encourage more girls to pursue software development. She also produces SestraCast, podcast about the Canadian sci-fi thriller Orphan Black. A would-be rock 'n roll star, you can follow all of Jean's exploits on her Twitter stream.

Steve Sande also writes way too much. He's the head guy at Apple World Today, writes for Rocket Yard, and recently logged over one million words written in just over three years. He's written a number of books for Take Control Books and Apress, is married to a rocket scientist, and spends his days being bossed by a cat. You can watch what he says on Twitter.

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Charles Edge’s Picks:

Fitbark

Harmony Hub & Remote

bt.tn

Z-wave dimmers

Steve Sande’s Picks:

DJI Spark mini-drone

DJI Spark controller

GoPro Fusion

Twelve South BookBook CaddySack

ecobee3 lite

Jean MacDonald’s Picks:

LED Camping Lantern Flashlights

Omron Evolv Wireless Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor

Native Union SMART Charger - Slim 2-Port Foldable USB-A Universal Wall Charger

Kindle Paperwhite

Chuck Joiner’s Picks:

Drobo 5N2

Ring Doorbell

Next Door

Philips Hue White A19 Smart bulbs Starter Kit

Camera+

MacVoices #17220: Neil Ticktin Previews The 2018 MacTech Conferences

Neil Ticktin joins us for a wrap-up of the 2017 MacTech Conference, and a look ahead at 2018. Neil goes over some of the highlights of this year’s gathering of Mac developers in L.A., including some off-topic but interesting questions regarding robotics. It is obviously early to think about next year’s event, but Neil already has some ideas, and also covers some information on the regional versions of their conference - content, instructors, and why the regionals supplement, and don’t replace, MacTech 2018.

This edition of MacVoices is supported by our new Patreon campaign. If you find value in MacVoices, please consider helping sponsor the show, and our ongoing efforts to bring you quality information.Patreon

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Show Notes:

Chuck Joiner is the producer and host of MacVoices. You can catch up with what he's doing on Twitter, Facebook, Google+ and LinkedIn.

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Neil Ticktin is Editor-in-Chief and Publisher of MacTech Magazine, the journal of Apple technology -- a role he's held since 1992. Neil is also CEO of the MacTech's parent company, Xplain Corporation, which includes MacTech.com, MacNews.com, MacForge.net, AppleCentral.com. MacTech has not only been publishing in print since 1984, and on the web since 1994. In addition, MacTech's holds live events across the country throughout the year, including MacTech Boot Camp, and MacTech InDepth, as well as it's flagship MacTech Conference.

In this first of a series of new, monthly MacVoices Updates, Chuck provides details on the recognition for MacVoices Patreon supporters, explains how you can submit your product suggestions for annual Holiday Gift Guide shows, and the three different ways you can see the picks that have already been made.

Show Notes:

Chuck Joiner is the producer and host of MacVoices. You can catch up with what he's doing on Twitter, Facebook, Google+ and LinkedIn.

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2017 Holiday Gift Guide on The MacVoices Blog

2017 Holiday Gift Guide on Flipboard

MacNotable Tonya Engst returns to talk about a new Take Control book of her very own, Take Control of Mac Basics. This title is based on an earlier book, but gets into more detail and new territory. Tonya talks about how the approached the project, why she decided not to cover some things, and which kind of basic user it targets (because basic users come in all flavors). If you think you are beyond a basics book, think again. Tonya discusses an Apple-supplied utility we never heard of, and points out some things we bet you didn’t know…because we didn’t.

This edition of MacVoices is supported by our new Patreon campaign. If you find value in MacVoices, please consider helping sponsor the show, and our ongoing efforts to bring you quality information.Patreon

and 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. MacVoices Dispatch

Show Notes:

Chuck Joiner is the producer and host of MacVoices. You can catch up with what he's doing on Twitter, Facebook, Google+ and LinkedIn.

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Guests:

Tonya Engst spends her days immersed in Apple technology as part of the TidBITS Web site (Apple news for the rest of us). Follow her on Twitter.