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In what may be the last Gift Guide show of 2015, the panel of Mark Fuccio, Jeff Gamet, Steve Sande and Chuck Joiner deliver a wide variety of ideas that range from free to expensive, simple to complex, practical to frivolous, with some distinct iPad and digital photos themes.

Ted Landau checks in with a report card on Apple’s year. Find out how he thinks the iPad Pro, App Store, Apple TV, iPhone 6S, Live Photos, iMac and more contributed to the state of Apple as we close out 2015. Ted also discusses his love of his TiVo Roamio, virtual reality in 2016, and how his perspective on tech has changed as a result of his retirement from writing.

Oliver Breidenbach of Boinx Software gives us a live demonstration of their new Apple TV photo sharing and display app, PhotoWall+. A successor to the highly successful PartySnapper for iOS, PhotoWall+ now gives you the same capabilities with your Apple TV, no host software on an iPad or iPhone required. You and your friends can take photos with your iPhones at your next party or event and have them appear instantly on your big screen. Oliver shows us how it works, explains where the photo collection is aggregated, and outlines the feature set. He also talks about Boinx’ first experience with developing for the Apple TV, and why he feels it is a compelling platform for the future.

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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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Oliver Breidenbach is the CEO of Boinx Software. Follow him on Twitter.

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PartySnapper (for iOS)

PhotoWall+ Cam

Kirk McElhearn, “The iTunes Guy”, helps us understand the benefits of Apple’s recent increase from 25,000 to 100,000 tracks for Apple Music and iTunes Match uploading. You would think it is simple, right? Not so fast. Kirk takes us through exactly what happens when you upload tracks to your Apple Music library and  when you opt to match those tracks to get better quality versions. Playing them can download them to your Mac or iOS devices, taking up valuable space that you might have thought you were saving. There are questions over what happens to the track’s meta-data and even cover art if you chose to do one or both. Before you flip that switch, backup of your iTunes library and see what Kirk as to say.

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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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Kirk McElhearn writes about Macs, iPods, iPads, iTunes, books, music and more. He’s written a dozen books, is a Senior Contributor to Macworld, and writes for several other web sites and magazines. He reviews classical CDs for MusicWeb and audiobooks for Audiofile, and is a French-English translator.  He can also be found divulging tech-related news and tips on his blog, Kirksville.

The third Gift Guide MacJury of the 2015 season got together to share some laughs and holiday gift ideas. Themes developed, but were not limited to, pets, photos, music and practicality with the panel of Jackie Dove, Chuck La Tournous, Jean MacDonald and host Chuck Joiner.

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Smile, the makers of PDFpen 7  and PDFpenPro 7, PDFpen for iPad, PDFpen for iPhone,  PDFpen Scan+, as well as TextExpander for Mac, TextExpander touch and DiscLabel. Great software to help you get more done.

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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Jackie Dove is a freelance technology journalist who contributes to Macworld, eHow, Tom’s Guide and more. Follow her on Twitter as @jackidove.

Chuck La Tournous (Twitter) is a writer, marketer, musician, speaker, podcaster, pundit, art director, web developer and all-around geek. In addition to appearing as a regular panelist on The MacJury, Chuck speaks about technology, camping and marketing issues, and is a contributing editor for The Mac Observer. Once a year or so, he dusts off his bass guitar to play in the Macworld All-Star Band. His new site — trailcamper.com — is in open beta, covering the intersection of high tech and high adventure. 

Jean MacDonald is the Founder and Executive Director of App Camp For Girls, a program to encourage more girls to pursue software development, as well as an active member of the tech community. Jean also publishes a weekly newsletter, Well-Tempered. A would-be rock ’n roll star, you can follow all of Jean’s exploits on her Twitter stream.

 

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Jackie Dove’s Picks:

Logitech Performance Mouse MX

Google Cardboard

LensBaby Creative Mobile Kit

Pets Treat Cam

Weather Kitty 

 

Chuck La Tournous’ Picks 

Coco Stainless Steel Apple Watch Band ~$40

OlloClip 3-in-1 Lens Kit

olloCase for iPhone 6/6s

IK Multimedia iRig Acoustic

Home Wi-Fi Weak in Areas? Use TP-LINK’s Powerline by Chuck La Tournous on The Mac Observer

TP-Link Powerline AV1200 Adapter

TP-Link AC1900 Wi-Fi Range Extender

Jean MacDonald’s Picks

Ion Audio Party Rocker Live Bluetooth Portable System with Microphone Built-In Light Show

Water field Designs Staad Slim Backpack

Jackery Mini Portable Charger

Party On™ Ultra-Compact Wireless Speaker with Party Lights

 

Chuck Joiner’s Picks

Quirky Spacebar POP Monitor Stand and 6-Port USB Hub

Case Logic KAC-101 Contrast Action-Cam Case 

Wake - GPS, Maps and Social Traffic

Apple Watch Leather Loop Watch Band

Nick Mattingly, the CEO and co-founder of Switcher Studio, shows off his iOS app that puts a powerful but easy-to-use multi-camera switcher on your iPad. Using iPhones or even iPod touches as the cameras, you can mix and record a multi-cam production, or even stream it live to the web. Nick shows us the intuitive interface, how Switcher Studio incorporates features, graphics and even transition and presentation effects into the mix. Best of all, Switcher Studio is affordable for anyone interested in doing iOS video production on a casual or professional basis, with various tiers of service and a Basic and Pro version of the app.

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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+, App.net and LinkedIn.

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Nick Mattingly is the Co-Founder and CEO of Switcher Studio in Louisville KY. You can follow them on Twitter.

The second MacJury gift guide of 2015 brings you another versatile set of holiday gift ideas to give or get. Whether you’re into tech or fashion, eating or sleeping, the panel of Shelly Brisbin, Kelly Guimont, Brett Terpstra and host Chuck Joiner have some great ideas for you.

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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+, App.net 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. 

Kelly Guimont is a longtime Apple geek, sitting down (on a telephone book) in front of an Apple IIe in 1983. She can still hear the ticking of the ImageWriter. Thanks to the miracle of the adjustable leg desk, she no longer needs the phonebook. Kelly writes for The Mac Observer, is co-host of The Aftershow, makes regular appearances on the Daily Observations Podcast and the British Tech Network and yet still has more to say which she saves for Twitter. 

Brett Terpstra is a coder, writer and web developer. He works behind the scenes at blogs including Engadget, Joystiq and The Unofficial Apple Weblog. He also writes for The Unofficial Apple Weblog, and contributes to Macworld. Brett develops Marked for Mac and recently co-authored “60 Mountain Lion Tips” with David Sparks for the iBookstore. He discusses all things “nerd” on his podcast, Systematic. You can find Brett as “ttscoff” on Twitter and App.net, and at his website, brettterpstra.com.

 

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Brett Terpstra’s Picks

Lizzytape Cellphone Sticker Mount

Temper Rest Cooling Gel Memory Foam Mattress PadMoisture Wicking Sheets

Wicking Sheets - Feel Drier Sea Blue Sheets

CucinaPro Imperia Pasta Machine

Logitech Bluetooth Multi-Device Keyboard K480

Matias Slim One Keyboard with Mini Rizer

 

Kelly Guimont’s Picks

Buoy Tags

Zola Laptop Charger

Moshe Urbana Mini Slim Handbag

Donate to App Camp For Girls 

KitchenAid 2 Quart Ice Cream Maker Stand Mixer Attachment

 

Shelly Brisbin’s Picks

JBL Charge

Pluggable 3-Port USB 3.0 Hub with Built-in 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN Network Adapter

Sean Genuine Leather Heritage Wallet Book Case for iPhone 6/6S

NEX Nexwallet 2-In-1 Stylish Wallet Case for iPhone 6

Balvenie 50ml Sampler

Chuck Joiner’s Picks

Epson LabelWorks LW-300 Label Maker

TechMatte MagGrip CD Slot Magnetic Universal Car Mount Holder

Ring Wi-Fi Enabled Video Doorbell

Spigen® Apple Watch Stand

Jeff Carlson has a new home for some of his projects. The new Photoversity site and imprint kicks off with his guide to Macphun’s tool for high dynamic range photography, Aurora HDR and Aurora HDR Professional: A Photoversity Guide. Jeff talks about how and why he created Photoversity and what he hopes to accomplish with it before diving into Aurora HDR and what it can do for your photos.

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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+, App.net and LinkedIn.

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Author and photographer Jeff Carlson (@jeffcarlson, [email protected]) is a columnist for the Seattle Times, a contributing editor at TidBITS (tidbits.com), and writes for publications such as Macworld and Photographic Elements Techniques. He is the author of The Connected Apple Family, The iPad for Photographers, Third Edition, iPad & iPhone Video: Film, Edit, and Share the Apple Way, and Take Control of Your Digital Photos on the Mac, among many other books. He believes there’s never enough coffee, and does his best to test that theory.    

Links:

Manual – Custom exposure camera - Little Pixels

The MacJury convenes the first of its holiday gift guide panels to help you select the best, most unusual, most unique gifts this holiday season. Whether you’re buying for family, friends or yourself, there is something here that will interest you, as selected by the panel of Peter Cohen, David Ginsburg, Joe Kissell, and host Chuck Joiner.

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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+, App.net and LinkedIn.

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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.

Peter Cohen is a freelance tech journalist who contributes to web sites and magazines around the world, including Mac|Life, MacFormat, and pretty much anything with the word “Mac” in it, including his newest post at The Mac Observer. He is a frequent guest on other podcasts as well, and can be followed on Twitter.

Joe Kissell is the author of over two dozen Take Control ebooks, as well as a host of print books. He is a senior editor for TidBITS, and a Senior Contributor to Macworld. Keep up with him if you can on his personal blog, JoeKissell.com, and on Twitter.

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David Ginsburg’s Picks:

Anger Powercore 20100 Battery

Amazon Echo

Move PM10 Deluxe Lavalier Lapel Clip-on Omnidirectional Condenser Microphone for Apple iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, Android & Windows Smartphones

WD 2TB My Passport Wireless Portable External Hard Drive - WIFI USB 3.0

Joe Kissell’s Picks:

Surge SBW8 Self Setting Rubber 

LOCK LACES Reflective 2-Pack (Elastic No Tie Shoelaces)

Pilot FriXion Clicker Retractable Erasable Gel Pens, Fine Point, Assorted Color Inks, 7-Pack

Miracle Noodle Shirataki Pasta, 6 bag Variety Pack

Shirataki noodles (Asian Food Grocer.com)

 

Peter Cohen’s Picks:

Sphere BB-8 App-Enabled Droid

WATCHERS by 10Design 

U-Turn Audio Orbit Turntable with Ortolan OM-5E Cartridge

Premium Whiskey Sipping Stones (Set of 9). 100% Pure Soapstone

Chuck Joiner’s Picks:

Apple Gift Cards (discounted)

Apple TV (2015)

Garmin Dash Cam 10 Standalone Driving Recorder

Better Touch Tool

This MacVoices Briefing on the Logitech Create Backlit Keyboard Case for iPad Pro covers key points on the form and function of this case that incorporates a backlit keyboard with a protective shell for all-around protection.

This edition of MacVoices is sponsored by Smile, the makers of PDFpen 7  and PDFpenPro 7, PDFpen for iPad, PDFpen for iPhone,  PDFpen Scan+, as well as TextExpander for Mac, TextExpander touch and DiscLabel. Great software to help you get more done.

Show Notes:

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

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