The MacVoices Live! panel took on breaking news on why Apple decided to pull the plug on the Apple Card relationship with Goldman Sachs, who would be a likely successor, and what the implications are for consumers. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Mark Fuccio, and Jim Rea weigh in. (Part 1)

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0:00:00 Apple and Goldman Sachs part ways

Links:

Apple ending relationship with Goldman Sachs, fate of Apple Card unclear 

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 [email protected], on Mastodon at @[email protected], 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 @[email protected].

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 @[email protected]

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 @[email protected] 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.

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To wrap up TV+ Talk for 2023, Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner compare notes on the conclusion of The Morning Show, discuss Buccaneers and Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, and look forward to some of the upcoming shows and holiday specials on Apple TV+. 

Chapters:

0:00:00 Wrapping up an eventful third season of The Morning Show
0:02:01 Apple TV Plus: New England Patriots Documentary and Foundation Season 3
0:05:57 Monarch, Legacy of Monsters: Surprising Quality in Giant Monster Story
0:07:48 Taking Monster Movies Seriously
0:13:21 Overwhelming number of storylines
0:16:01 Unbelievable merger plot point raises questions
0:18:27 Waiting for the big payoff at the end
0:19:48 Lack of subtlety in Jennifer Aniston's performance
0:22:38 The Importance of Character and Denial
0:24:23 Character Development: Underexplored Potential
0:26:25 Criticism of a controversial scene in the show
0:29:38 Celebrities and the Dark Side of Social Media
0:31:39 Lack of subtlety in portraying Elon Musk character
0:35:19 Discussion on Apple TV Plus and Paramount Plus bundling
0:40:41 Apple services bundles and price point concerns

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.

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"Pilot Pete” Harmon, Charles Edge, Kelly Guimont, and host Chuck Joiner finish up the second part of MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #5 with clothing, tech for homeowners, something for cocktail hour, and an idea for a gift that keeps on giving. (Part 2) 

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Chapters:

0:03:01 Pop Socket that allows MagSafe charging

Links:

MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide 2023 on Flipboard

Pete Harmon’s Picks:

OhSnap Snap4 Luxe

Bev by BLACK+DECKER Cocktail Maker Machine and Drink Maker 

Charles Edge’s Picks:

Govee WiFi Water Sensor 3 Pack, Water Leak Detector 100dB Adjustable Alarm and App Alerts, Leak and Drip Alert with Email, Wireless Detector for Home, Basement 

GoveeLife Smart Space Heater, 1500W Fast Electric Heater for Indoor Use with Thermostat, Wi-Fi App & Voice Remote Control

Kelly Guimont’s Picks:

SmokeScreenPrinting

Sonos Roam

Magnetic Wireless Charger Compatible with Sonos Roam 

Chuck Joiner’s Picks:

Twelve South AirFly Pro Bluetooth Wireless Audio Transmitter/ Receiver for up to 2 AirPods /Wireless Headphones; Use with any 3.5 mm Jack 

Twelve South AirFly USB-C | Wireless transmitter with audio sharing for up to 2 AirPods /wireless headphones to any USB-C device such as iPad/ tablets 

A domain name and email package from Hover.com

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 podcasts are JAMF After Dark and The Mac Admins Podcast, and you can follow him on Twitter.

Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. You can also hear her on The Aftershow with Mike Rose, and she still has more to say which she saves for Twitter and Mastodon. 

“Pilot Pete” Harmon is a professional avaitor, co-host of MacGeek Gab and co-host of So There I Was. He can be reached on X as @PilotPete.

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The MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #5 features ”Pilot Pete” Harmon, Charles Edge, Kelly Guimont, and host Chuck Joiner picking books, bags, apparel and even something for the kitchen. (Part 1) 

This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available all Patrons of MacVoices. Sign up at Patreon.com/macvoices.

Chapters:

0:05:06 Custom Slate Coasters: Personalized and Unique Gift Idea
0:08:01 Laser-Etched Gifts: Adding a Personal Touch to Presents
0:14:52 Impressed by the First 3D Printer Pick of the Year
0:15:11 Zippy Pouches for Organizing Travel Accessories
0:17:54 A Bag Problem: Organizational Bags for Electronics
0:19:59 Expand Your Monitor Setup with OWC Thunderbolt Adapter
0:21:40 Price Point and Variability of Holiday Gifts
0:25:51 Discovering the Versatility of a Watch in the Kitchen
0:26:01 The Complexity of Cooking Time for Thanksgiving Dinner
0:27:49 Balancing Safety and Taste in Cooking
0:28:14 Introduction and discussing the need for travel accessories
0:30:25 Discussing the practicality and convenience of the Air Caddy
0:36:35 Innovative External Hard Drive Travel Pouch
0:38:40 Easy to Use and Convenient for Video Producers
0:39:49 Cute Little Bag in Various Colors

Links:

Pete Harmon’s Picks:

RobinsBirdbrain Designs
https://robinsbirdbraindesigns.com/

The Angel of Christmas Paperback by Roger Blair Johnson 
https://amzn.to/3sYimJn

Charles Edge’s Picks:

WEEDO Tina2 3D Printers, Fully Assembled and Auto Leveling Mini 3D Printers for Kids and Beginners, Removable Plateform, Small Enclosed FDM 3D Printers 
https://amzn.to/4803r05

MEATER Plus: Long Range Wireless Smart Meat Thermometer with Bluetooth Booster | for BBQ, Oven, Grill, Kitchen, Smoker, Rotisserie | iOS & Android App
https://amzn.to/4189uxj

Kelly Guimont’s Picks:

Ultralite Sacks
httos://ultralitesacks.com/

humangear GoTubb 
https://amzn.to/3t2v0Hi

Waterfield Air Caddy 
https://www.sfbags.com/products/air-caddy

Chuck Joiner’s Picks:

OWC Thunderbolt Dual Displayport Adapter, Dual displays up to 4K @ 60Hz, Single display up to 8K @ 30Hz, 2 DisplayPort 1.4 ports, Compatible with Mac and PC Thunderbolt (USB-C) devices, cable included  
https://amzn.to/47Dv7Id

Afterplug 2-Pocket Pouch for Laptop with Reusable Adhesive, for Portable External SSD 
https://amzn.to/3R0Xedo

USB C Extension Cable 1FT, Type C Extender Cord USB 3.1(10Gbps) Male to Female Right Angle Fast Charging Cable Compatible 
https://amzn.to/46H7LQP

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 podcasts are JAMF After Dark and The Mac Admins Podcast, and you can follow him on Twitter.

Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. You can also hear her on The Aftershow with Mike Rose, and she still has more to say which she saves for Twitter and Mastodon. 

“Pilot Pete” Harmon is a professional avaitor, co-host of MacGeek Gab and co-host of So There I Was. He can be reached on X as @PilotPete.

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This MacVoices Live! panel wraps up by discussing a new Windows Access app for Mac and iPad that simplifies remote desktop usage. The bright side is that there are benefits for Mac users in a Windows environment and the increasing popularity of Microsoft products for Mac users and Mac usage in large corporations like IBM. We conclude with a Microsoft-oriented warnings about Bing and what you may be asked to give up. (Part 3) 

Today’s edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Live!, our weekly live panel discussion of what is going in the Apple space as well as the larger tech world, and how it is impacting you. Join us live at YouTube.com/MacVoicesTV at 8 PM Eastern 5 PM Pacific, or whatever time that is wherever you are and participate in the chat, or catch the edited and segmented versions of the show on the regular MacVoices channels and feeds.

Chapters:

0:02:02 Introducing the Microsoft Remote Desktop app
0:03:03 Improved Remote Desktop Tools for Accessing Virtual Desktops
0:04:52 Microsoft's Mac App for Logging into Windows PC
0:07:20 Mac vs PC: A Better Experience for IT Departments
0:07:53 IBM's Mac Investment for Cost Savings
0:09:04 Azure Virtual Desktops as a Sandbox for Developers
0:09:18 Suspicious Request from Microsoft's Image Generator
0:10:28 Microsoft's Request for Birth Date Raises Concerns
0:12:52 Exercise Caution with Microsoft's Image Generator
0:13:43 Age Restrictions and Image Generation in Selling Services
0:14:43 Concerns about Apple's request for birthdates
0:14:58 A Test of Technical Difficulties

Links:

What is Windows App?
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-gb/windows-app/overview

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 [email protected], on Mastodon at @[email protected], 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 @[email protected].

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., @[email protected] 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 @[email protected]

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 @[email protected] 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.

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 @[email protected], and on YouTube with tech tips.

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David Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, and Ben Roethig discuss the issue of music fraud on Apple Music and Spotify's approach to royalties. Also covered are Apple's Satellite SOS feature and its connection to Qualcomm. Do Apple's business dealings in China and the cancellation of Jon Stewart's show warrant a Congressional inquiry. Finally, the panel examines the role of satirists in shaping public opinion and if journalistic standards do or should apply. (Part 2) 

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Chapters:

0:00:00 Apple Music fraud and satellite services challenges
0:02:17 Easy setup for gaming the system with music fraud
0:04:35 Apple's Fight Against Music Piracy
0:05:44 Scammers and Fraud in Music Streaming Services
0:07:24 Qualcomm's Satellite SOS and Apple's Free Service Extension
0:11:11 Apple's Potential Payment for Emergency Calls
0:12:45 Apple's Approach vs Android Manufacturers
0:13:27 Apple's Significant Investment
0:15:25 Congress Wants to Talk to Apple and Jon Stewart
0:16:19 Freedom of Speech Concerns and Government Involvement
0:17:34 Suspicions of External Influence Arise
0:18:46 Apple's Dilemma: Balancing Business and Chinese System
0:20:24 First Amendment Rights and Apple's Broadcasting Obligations
0:21:55 Congressional Scrutiny on Apple's China Ties
0:25:16 Comedians blurring the lines between activism and entertainment
0:27:18 Concerns over Jon Stewart's influence without journalistic standards
0:29:09 Apple's response deadline in congressional inquiry
0:30:57 Questioning journalistic standards and media agendas
0:32:44 The GE Handshake Controversy
0:35:15 Congresspeople and Clickbait

Links:

Apple Music fraud falls by 30% after beefing up protections https://9to5mac.com/2023/11/17/apple-music-fraud/

Qualcomm kills its copy of Apple’s satellite SOS after ten months 
https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2023/11/qualcomm-kills-its-copy-of-apples-satellite-sos-after-ten-months/

Congress demands answers after Apple cancels Jon Stewart 
https://9to5mac.com/2023/11/15/the-problem-with-jon-stewart-congress-apple-tv/

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 [email protected], on Mastodon at @[email protected], 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 @[email protected].

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., @[email protected] 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 @[email protected]

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 @[email protected] 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.

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 @[email protected], and on YouTube with tech tips.

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In this MacVoices Live! session, David Ginsburg, Brittany Smith, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, and Ben Roethig touch briefly on the developing OpenAI drama, then shift to the emergence of Bluesy as a social media platform. The panel also discusses the uses and evolution (or devolution) of various other options. (Part 1) 

Take Control Books: The Answers You Need Now, From Leading Experts.

Chapters:

0:00:00 Introduction and software testing
0:01:44 Mac Voices Live session begins
0:07:37 Priorities and the Evolving Open AI Situation
0:09:03 The Questionable Governance of a Leading Technological Company
0:10:25 Board Member Apologizes for Ouster, Wants to Rejoin
0:14:20 Microsoft gains control over talent and technology
0:16:21 Comparing Real Life to TV Drama "Succession"
0:18:12 User Exodus from X (formerly known as Twitter)
0:20:14 Facebook and Meta's Business Savvy
0:22:35 Threads' Growing Traction and Adoption
0:27:37 Instagram's decoupling from threads raises concerns
0:29:13 Brian also doesn't use Facebook or Instagram
0:30:56 Social media used as a news content repository by some
0:33:08 Spoutable exploring new ideas, unlike stagnant Twitter

Links:

Apple Music fraud falls by 30% after beefing up protections
https://9to5mac.com/2023/11/17/apple-music-fraud/

Bluesky hits 2M users; public web interface and federation coming
https://9to5mac.com/2023/11/17/bluesky-hits-2m-users/

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 [email protected], on Mastodon at @[email protected], 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 @[email protected].

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., @[email protected] 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 @[email protected]

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 @[email protected] 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.

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 @[email protected], and on YouTube with tech tips.

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The MacVoices Update for 2023-11 is a quick update about what we delivered in November, including MacVoices Live! sessions, Holiday Gift Guide sessions, and even some weekend releases. The month’s Support Report wraps things up. 

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MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #4 wraps up as Wally Cherwinski, Bart Busschots, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, and host Chuck Joiner compete for the most endorsements from other panel members. (Part 2) 

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MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide 2023 on Flipboard

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Chapters:

0:01:51 Micro SD Cards: A Versatile and Affordable Flash Drive Alternative

0:03:57 The Long-lasting and Reliable Cross Century Classic Pen

0:05:54 Bart's Watch Bands and Cross Pens

0:08:57 Audioengine A5 Pluses: Phenomenal Sound Quality

0:13:25 The Search for the Perfect Travel Bag Begins

0:14:06 The Quest for the Perfect Daypack

0:18:32 Cold Brew Coffee: The Perfect DIY Refreshment

0:21:29 Coffee: A Vice Worth Having

0:22:38 The Value of Having a Guide by Your Side

0:24:13 The Dedication of Take Control Book Authors

0:25:26 The search for the perfect monitor mount

0:27:07 The importance of screen real estate and productivity

0:28:35 Disappointment with other monitor arms

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Bart Busschots’ Picks:

Cross Tech2 Refillable Ballpoint Pen 

https://amzn.to/3uoE8q0

Cross Classic Century Lustrous Chrome Ballpoint Pen, Model Number: 3502

https://amzn.to/3Ta3wKD

Willow & Everett Cold Brew Coffee Maker - 2 L Iced Tea & Coffee Cold Brew Maker - Glass Pitcher w/Stainless Steel Spout and Removable Filter  https://amzn.to/46hdGMg

Wally Cherwinski’s Picks:

C356 Type-C MicroSD Card Reader with USB 3.0 Super Speed Technology, Supports MicroSDXC, MicroSDHC, and MicroSD 

https://amzn.to/3MQLzwB

G4Free Sling Bag RFID Blocking Sling Backpack Crossbody Chest Bag Daypack

https://amzn.to/3MTUddB

Brian Flanigan-Arthurs’ Picks:

Apple AirTag 4 Pack 

https://amzn.to/46mIjQj

Macstock Digital Pass

https://macstockconferenceandexpo.com/product/macstock-vii-digital-pass/

Chuck Joiner’s Picks:

Backblaze Online Backups

SetApp - Dozens of apps. One subscription.

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In the final part of this MacVoices Live! session, Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, and Jim Rea cover: 

(Part 3)

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Chapters:

0:01:46 Google's Unlikely Success with RCS
0:02:33 Easy Communication with Android vs. iMessage Limitations
0:03:10 Government Assistance vs Merit-based Competition
0:04:24 Apple's Concerns with RCS and Carrier Dependency
0:06:03 Privacy Concerns and the Role of Google in RCS
0:07:19 Benefits of a Seamless Messaging System across Devices
0:08:36 Chamberlain's Arrogance: Shutting Down Third-Party Interaction
0:10:02 Chamberlain Dominates the Garage Door Opener Market
0:11:56 Clarifying the Unauthorized Access to APIs
0:12:30 MyQ System: Past Support for Multiple Smart Device Systems
0:13:40 Third-party Controllers as Garage Opener Workaround
0:14:59 Convenient Garage Monitoring with Cameras
0:16:25 Chamberlain's desire for ads and revenue generation
0:19:03 Chamberlain's focus on subscription services over advertising revenue
0:22:21 Extracting rent and extorting customers with diminishing value
0:23:43 Potential solutions and alternatives to Chamberlain's offerings
0:25:19 Final thoughts and reflections on the discussion

Links:

Google turns to regulators to make Apple open up iMessage 
https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/8/23951935/google-european-telcos-apple-imessage-digital-markets-act-core-platform-service-gatekeeper-lobbying

What is RCS messaging? Everything you need to know about the SMS successor 
https://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/what-is-rcs-messaging/

This smart garage door controller is no longer very smart 
https://www.theverge.com/23949612/chamberlain-myq-smart-garage-door-controller-homebridge-integrations

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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 [email protected], on Mastodon at @[email protected], 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 @[email protected].

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 @[email protected]

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 @[email protected] 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.

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