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An all-hands-on-deck MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, Brittany Smith, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Mark Fuccio, Web Bixby and Jim Rea discusses Apple’s transparency with Apple Intelligence data reports, controversy over the UK’s secret iCloud access order, and skepticism around a new Apple Maps partner app. Concerns are raised about privacy, third-party data collection, and user trust. The group also explores how Apple is handling AI differently from competitors and continues improving Maps despite early setbacks.

This MacVoices is supported by Notion. Work faster, write better, and think bigger. Try it for free today at notion.com/macvoices.

Show Notes:

Chapters:

00:11 MacVoices Live Introduction 04:49 The Return of Bluebirds 15:40 UK iCloud Controversy 19:33 Apple Maps New Initiative

Links:

The Daily Beans https://www.dailybeanspod.com

Apple Intelligence and privacy on iPhone https://support.apple.com/guide/iphone/apple-intelligence-and-privacy-iphe3f499e0e/ios

Activist Groups Challenge UK Demand for Apple Encryption Backdoor https://www.macrumors.com/2025/03/14/activist-groups-challenge-uk-apple-backdoor/

Apple launches new Surveyor app to help improve Apple Maps https://9to5mac.com/2025/03/14/apple-maps-new-app/

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, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.

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.

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.

Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession ‘firsts,’ including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC).

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 @provuejim@techhub.social on 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 @addliberator@pdx.social, and on YouTube with tech tips.

Support:

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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/

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An all-hands-on-deck MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, Brittany Smith, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Mark Fuccio, Web Bixby and Jim Rea discusses Apple’s transparency with Apple Intelligence data reports, controversy over the UK’s secret iCloud access order, and skepticism around a new Apple Maps partner app. Concerns are raised about privacy, third-party data collection, and user trust. The group also explores how Apple is handling AI differently from competitors and continues improving Maps despite early setbacks.

This MacVoices is supported by Notion. Work faster, write better, and think bigger. Try it for free today at notion.com/macvoices.

Show Notes:

Chapters:

00:11 MacVoices Live Introduction 04:49 The Return of Bluebirds 15:40 UK iCloud Controversy 19:33 Apple Maps New Initiative

Links:

The Daily Beans https://www.dailybeanspod.com

Apple Intelligence and privacy on iPhone https://support.apple.com/guide/iphone/apple-intelligence-and-privacy-iphe3f499e0e/ios

Activist Groups Challenge UK Demand for Apple Encryption Backdoor https://www.macrumors.com/2025/03/14/activist-groups-challenge-uk-apple-backdoor/

Apple launches new Surveyor app to help improve Apple Maps https://9to5mac.com/2025/03/14/apple-maps-new-app/

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, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.

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.

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.

Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession ‘firsts,’ including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC).

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 @provuejim@techhub.social on 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 @addliberator@pdx.social, and on YouTube with tech tips.

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/

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Show Notes: Chapters: 00:06 Podcast Introduction 01:25 Meta vs Apple Intelligence 07:40 Google Declared Monopoly Again 12:48 The Google Monopoly Debate 17:53 Addressing Google's Market Control 25:41 Synology's New Drive Requirements Links: Meta blocks Apple Intelligence on Facebook and its other iOS apps https://9to5mac.com/2025/04/16/meta-blocks-apple-intelligence-on-facebook-and-its-other-ios-apps/ Google Is Once Again Deemed a Monopoly, This Time in Ad Tech https://www.wired.com/story/judge-rules-google-ad-business-monopoly/ In depth with Windows 11 Recall—and what Microsoft has (and hasn’t) fixed https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2025/04/in-depth-with-windows-11-recall-and-what-microsoft-has-and-hasnt-fixed/ That groan you hear is users’ reaction to Recall going back into Windows https://arstechnica.com/security/2025/04/microsoft-is-putting-privacy-endangering-recall-back-into-windows-11/ Google pays Samsung an 'enormous’ amount of money to pre-install Gemini on phones https://www.engadget.com/ai/google-pays-samsung-an-enormous-amount-of-money-to-pre-install-gemini-on-phones-153439068.html Synology confirms that higher-end NAS products will require its branded drives https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2025/04/synology-confirms-need-for-synology-branded-drives-in-newer-plus-series-nas/ 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, on his blog, Trending At Work , and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. 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. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession ‘firsts,’ including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net . Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad , and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? 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The panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, and Eric Bolden discuss Tim Cook’s strategic influence in securing tariff exemptions, highlighting his low-key leadership style focused on Apple’s interests. They explore updates to Apple’s Sports app, praising its clean interface and new sharing features. The conversation shifts to Meta’s redaction failure in a legal case, questioning whether it was incompetence or intentional, and emphasizing the importance of proper document security. This MacVoices episode is supported by Notion. Work faster, write better, and think bigger. Try it for free today at notion.com/macvoices . Show Notes: Chapters: 00:06 Introduction to Mac Voices 09:12 Tim Cook's Tariff Influence 11:32 Enhancements to Apple Sports App 19:33 Meta's Redaction Fail Links: A call from Tim Cook helped convince Trump to introduce tariff exemptions https://appleinsider.com/articles/25/04/17/a-call-from-tim-cook-helped-convince-trump-to-introduce-tariff-exemptions The Apple Sports app now lets users create and share game cards https://www.engadget.com/apps/the-apple-sports-app-now-lets-users-create-and-share-game-cards-184235076.html Apple says it maybe can't trust Meta, after incompetent redaction https://9to5mac.com/2025/04/17/apple-says-it-maybe-cant-trust-meta-after-incompetent-redaction/ 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, on his blog, Trending At Work , and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. 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. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession ‘firsts,’ including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net . Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad , and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). 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…
 
At NAB Show 2025, Donovan Davis, Product Specialist for Osmo for DJI showcases the Osmo Mobile 7 gamble with a new tracking module that works with any app, built-in tripod, lighting controls, and 10-hour battery life. The DJI Mic Mini offers compact wireless audio with Bluetooth and receiver options. The RS-4 Mini gimbal supports both smartphones and mirrorless cameras, featuring customizable controls, gesture tracking, and 13-hour battery life. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:07 Introduction to NAB Show 2025 07:39 Gimbal Innovations and Features 07:58 Quick Start and Durability 09:29 Introducing the DJI Mic Mini 13:15 Pricing and Compatibility of Mic Mini 15:04 The RS-4 Mini Gimbal 18:24 Customization and Pricing of RS-4 Mini 19:46 Closing Remarks and Future Updates Links: DJI Osmo Mobile 7P Gimbal Stabilizer https://amzn.to/42PDCPj DJI Mic Mini (2 TX + 1 RX + Charging Case), Wireless Microphone https://amzn.to/4jRY1dB DJI RS 4 Mini Gimbal Stabilizer for Cameras https://amzn.to/42xivTa 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…
 
Apple TV+ earns two Peabody nominations for powerful documentaries “Bread and Roses” and “The Last of the Sea Women,” but hosts Chuck Joiner and Charlotte Henry express frustration over Apple’s poor promotion of its content. They praise Apple’s overall documentary quality yet note how many shows go under the radar. The conversation also covers the wrap of “Severance” season two, the final season of “Mythic Quest,” and news of a controversial season four of “Ted Lasso.” Show Notes: Chapters: 00:15 Welcome to TV Plus Talk 00:52 Apple’s Peabody Nominations 08:42 Apple’s Promotion Challenges 13:41 Severance Season Two Wrap-Up 15:04 Mythic Quest’s Final Season 20:01 Ending Shows on a High Note 21:23 The Gorge Recommendation 23:08 State of Apple TV Plus 28:44 Ted Lasso Season Four News 31:24 Wrapping Up and Future Plans 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 . 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 MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, and Web Bixby explores the implications of Shutterstock licensing its content for AI avatar training, raising concerns about usage rights and fair compensation for contributors. They discuss ChatGPT’s new memory feature, privacy in AI-based healthcare, and how evolving tech impacts user consent. The episode also touches on image sharpening tools and a security risk, unusual pricing models, and the re-introduction of Microsoft’s data recall feature. This MacVoices episode is supported by Notion. Work faster, write better, and think bigger. Try it for free today at notion.com/macvoices . Show Notes: Shutterstock licenses its video library to AI corporate video company https://www.engadget.com/ai/shutterstock-licenses-its-video-library-to-ai-corporate-video-company-120004055.html ChatGPT Will Soon Remember Everything You've Ever Told It https://lifehacker.com/tech/chatgpt-memory-remembers-everything-youve-said This great free tool brings Pixel-quality image sharpening to any device https://www.fastcompany.com/91298834/free-image-sharpening WordPress.com launches a free AI-powered website builder https://techcrunch.com/2025/04/09/wordpress-com-launches-a-free-ai-powered-website-builder/ The White House wants federal agencies to maximize the use of 'American AI’ https://www.engadget.com/ai/the-white-house-wants-federal-agencies-to-maximize-the-use-of-american-ai-123053019.html Microsoft’s Recall AI Tool Is Making an Unwelcome Return https://arstechnica.com/security/2025/04/microsoft-is-putting-privacy-endangering-recall-back-into-windows-11/ Chapters: 00:05 Shutterstock's AI Deal 05:29 ChatGPT's Memory Feature 14:31 Privacy and AI in Healthcare 17:15 New Image Sharpening Tools 19:28 Pricing Models for AI Services 22:04 Microsoft's Recall Tool in Windows 23:06 Closing Thoughts on Tech Issues 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, on his blog, Trending At Work , and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. 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. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession ‘firsts,’ including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net . Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad , and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? 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A mix of national security, tech glitches, and policy debates drives this discussion with Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, and Web Bixby, starting with a case where iPhone contact merging was blamed for a classified information leak. The group questions the logic behind that defense and dives into how apps like Signal and iOS handle contact data. Additional topics include Apple Store sales surges tied to tariff fears, the UK’s encryption fight with Apple, and Zuckerberg’s testimony in Meta’s antitrust trial. This MacVoices episode is supported by Notion. Work faster, write better, and think bigger. Try it for free today at notion.com/macvoices . Show Notes: Chapters: 00:06 Contact Confusion and iPhone Blame 08:02 Reply All Regrets 08:19 UK Encryption Battle Revealed 11:58 Apple Store Surge Amid Tariffs 13:55 Meta's Antitrust Trial Insights Links: How Data Detectors led to a security breach on Signal https://appleinsider.com/articles/25/04/06/security-advisor-blames-iphone-for-revealing-war-plans The UK can’t keep its encryption battle with Apple secret, court says - 9to5Mac https://9to5mac.com/2025/04/07/apple-uk-encryption-must-be-public/ Faced with bigly price hikes, America goes Apple shopping https://www.applemust.com/faced-with-bigly-price-hikes-america-goes-apple-shopping/ Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg takes the stand in historic antitrust trial https://apnews.com/article/meta-ftc-antitrust-instagram-whatsapp-facebook-f602a09e86c9eb4538949572f72e8380 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, on his blog, Trending At Work , and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. 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. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession ‘firsts,’ including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net . Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad , and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). 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, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius and Web Bixby discuss the rise of AI-powered virtual companions and their potential roles in therapy and social interaction, especially via Apple Vision Pro. They explore concerns around emotional dependency and AI hallucination risks. Also covered is a new immersive video utility for Vision Pro content creators and a $5B lawsuit over digital book licensing, highlighting ownership confusion of digital media. Today’s MacVoices is supported by CleanMyMac by MacPaw, your ultimate solution for Mac control and care. Try CleanMyMac for 7 days free, then use the code “MacVoices20” for 20% off at CLNMY.com/MacVoices . Show Notes: Chapters: 00:10 Virtual Friends and the Vision Pro 09:15 The Apple Vision Pro Utility 19:03 Audiobooks Lawsuit Discussion Links: What if Apple Vision Pro’s killer app is the ‘AI girlfriend’ https://www.fastcompany.com/91313936/what-if-apple-vision-pros-killer-app-is-the-ai-girlfriend Booby Trap (Star Trek: The Next Generation) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Booby_Trap_(Star_Trek:_The_Next_Generation) Apple Immersive Video Utility lets you Vision Pro videos on a Mac https://www.idownloadblog.com/2025/04/08/apple-immersive-video-utility-mac-app-launches/ Apple Hit With More Class Action Lawsuits Over Delayed Siri Features in U.S. and Canada https://www.macrumors.com/2025/04/10/apple-hit-with-more-siri-delay-lawsuits $5 billion class action over Apple's ebook licensing is based on false premises https://appleinsider.com/articles/25/04/02/5-billion-class-action-suit-over-apples-ebook-licensing-is-based-on-false-premises 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, on his blog, Trending At Work , and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. 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. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession ‘firsts,’ including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net . Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad , and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). 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 Las Vegas we sat down with Karen Chupka, EVP of Global Connections and Events of NAB Show to discuss the global scope, educational value, and rapid evolution of the event. From hands-on training to cutting-edge tech like AI and cloud virtualization, NAB Show supports storytellers at every level. With 60,000 attendees and diverse industry representation, NAB continues to adapt to trends shaping the future of media creation and distribution. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV25114.mp3 Show Notes: Chapters: 0:07 NAB Show 2025 Introduction 1:09 Global Connections Explained 2:48 Educational Opportunities at NAB 6:18 Evolution of the Industry 7:42 Trends Shaping the Future 10:18 Impact of Technology on Storytelling 11:49 Looking Ahead to NAB Show 2026 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 MacVoices Live! panel explores Apple’s new on-device approach to training Apple Intelligence, emphasizing privacy by keeping analysis on-device. They contrast this with data-hungry models from other companies and discuss whether Apple’s method can catch up in functionality while maintaining its core values. Reactions range from hopeful curiosity to cautious skepticism about its future impact. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius and Web Bixby also react to Mythic Quest’s cancellation, praising Apple’s rare decision to allow a reshot finale for proper closure. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:09 Introduction to MacVoices 03:45 Catching Up on Recent Events 08:02 Apple Intelligence Training 12:21 The Future of Apple Intelligence 22:37 Mythic Quest's Innovative Ending Links: Apple details on-device Apple Intelligence training system using user data https://9to5mac.com/2025/04/14/apple-details-on-device-apple-intelligence-training-system-using-user-data/ Apple TV+ just canceled its longest-running comedy series - 9to5Mac https://9to5mac.com/2025/04/14/apple-tv-just-canceled-mythic-quest-longest-running-comedy-series/ 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, on his blog, Trending At Work , and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. 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. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession ‘firsts,’ including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net . Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad , and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). 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…
 
At NAB Show 2025, Rob Walch, VP of Podcaster Relations for Libsyn , discusses podcasting trends, gear updates, and Libsyn’s new faith-based ad channel. He shares insights on monetization strategies, true crime’s continued rise, and upcoming platform features for creators. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:07 Opening at NAB Show 2025 01:42 Podcasting Trends and Gear 04:12 Monetization Strategies for Podcasters 06:59 True Crime Podcast Phenomenon 09:45 Libsyn Innovations and Features 11:36 Libsyn’s Commitment to Free Speech 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…
 
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