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Chuck Joiner is the producer and host of MacVoices, MacVoicesTV, MacNotables and The MacJury, a group of shows and web sites that make up The MacVoices Group, and is part of MacLevelTen . You can catch up with what he’s doing by following him on Twitter, friending him on Facebook, or circling him on Google+.

Jim Dalrymple is the founder and Editor in Chief at The Loop. You can follow him on Twitter, you can follow his alter ego, The Beard as well, or join Jim Dalrymple Fans on FaceBook. He is a guitar player and dog lover who has been reporting on Apple for almost 20 years. You can find his blog at Sometimes I say things.

MacNotables #1209: Ted Landau Discusses WWDC Registration and Preparing for MobileMe’s Closure

Chuck Joiner — Wed, 02 May 2012 11:30:00 +0000

Ted Landau discusses the controversy that arose over Apple’s World Wide Developers Conference registration, the history of the event, and why it doesn’t matter as much as it used to if you can’t go. Ted and host Chuck Joiner also talk about what you should be doing to prepare MobileMe’s upcoming expiration and the move to iCloud with some suggestions and practical tips.

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Ted Landau pens Ted Landau’ User Friendly View column at The Mac Observer, is a Senior Contributor for Macworld, is the author of several Mac and iPhone help books, and is the founder of MacFixIt. He blogs on Ted Landau’s Slanted Viewpoint, and you can follow him on Twitter.

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MacNotables #1208: Ted Landau Talks AT&T Pricing, Game Center Stats Cheating and a New Favorite App

Chuck Joiner — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 15:30:45 +0000

Ted Landau is getting ready for a trip, and has some not-so-nice thoughts for AT&T in particular, and cellular data carriers in general, about their pricing models, especially for international travelers. Ted reveals some stunning numbers on the potential costs of using data when crossing the pond, and how he plans to deal with it. While not as important as some items on Apple’s agenda, the hacking and cheating going on in Apple’s Game Center statistics is also getting under Ted’s skin; he explains why, discovers why one particular high score number keeps showing up, and voices his thoughts on why this needs to be fixed. Finally, Ted discusses his latest favorite iPad app, and why one feature should be looked at by Apple for the Mac OS.

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MacNotables #1207: Tonya Engst Takes Control of All Three Generations of iPad

Chuck Joiner — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 15:14:27 +0000

Tonya Engst discusses the new, third generation iPad in relation to her newly revised Take Control of Your iPad. Not everyone is lucky enough to get one of the latest models, however, so Tonya has take great pains to make sure this edition of her book addresses every iPad owner, whether they are getting a used or hand-me-down device, or just walked out of an Apple Store with the latest and greatest. Tonya talks about how she uses her iPad, her thoughts on it as a Mac replacement, why some see getting an iPad as a necessity in a technology-laden world, and more.

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Tonya Engst spends her days immersed in Apple technology, serving as editor-in-chief at TidBITS Publishing, which she co-founded. She works behind the scenes on the TidBITS Web site (Apple news for the rest of us) and on the front lines of theTake Control ebook series (highly practical, tightly focused ebooks about technology, mostly Apple-related), where she thinks about the big picture, edits many ebooks, and occasionally gets to write one. Follow her on Twitter.

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MacNotables #1206: Ted Landau on iPad Heat, Screens and Charging, and Bias in Media

Chuck Joiner — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 17:30:58 +0000

Ted Landau takes on the issues surrounding the third generation iPad, including his experiences with a yellow iPad screen, the heat generated by the device, and the time it takes to charge it. The discussion then turns to bias in the media, and whether it should be a surprise. Ted and host Chuck Joiner debate the existence and degree of bias in the Apple, tech, and general media, and whether it should be a surprise to anyone.

This edition of MacNotables is sponsored by Smile, the makers of the new PDFPen for iPad.

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Are Apple Media Biased? Of Course by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer

MacNotables #1205: Ted Landau Examines the New iPad, iPhoto for iPad and Where We Are Going

Chuck Joiner — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 16:15:10 +0000

Just like the rest of us, Ted Landau watch Apple’s announcement of the new iPad with enthusiasm, and that enthusiasm hasn’t waned. While not a major change, Ted discusses why the new Retina display, improved camera and processor are a solid upgrade to the iPad, and the impact it will have on Android and other competing tablets. Perhaps the most impressive demo delivered at Apple’s event was that of iPhoto for iPad; Ted and host Chuck Joiner talk about why it may change the way many look at photo editing and manipulation. Impressions of the upgraded Apple TV and where the iPad evolution is taking us and more finish up this edition.

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MacNotables #1204: Ted Landau Thinks Mountain Lion, Apple Stock Price, iPad 3 Expectations and Siri Beyond the iPhone

Chuck Joiner — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 18:30:10 +0000

In a diverse discussion, Ted Landau and host Chuck Joiner catch up on recent and anticipated developments in the Apple universe, including Ted’s change in thinking on the apparent migration of iOS features to the Mac OS as evidenced in the developer release of OS X Mountain Lion, and why so many seem to be resisting these changes. Ted touches on sandboxing and Gatekeeper and the long herm concerns, the new heights reached by the Apple stock price, and what the iPad 3 may have in store for us. The discussion wraps up with some thoughts on the implications of Siri becoming available on Apple devices beyond the iPhone.

This edition of MacNotables is sponsored by Smile, the makers of the new PDFPen for iPad.

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Mountain Lion Does iOS-ification Right by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer

MacNotables #1203: Ted Landau Analyses Macworld | iWorld 2012 and Helps Avoid OS X 10.7.3 Problems

Chuck Joiner — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 19:45:20 +0000

Fresh off the week in San Francisco at Macworld | iWorld 2012, Ted Landau provides his opinions of the show, and why he felt it was a success on many levels. Ted and host Chuck Joiner talk about what they liked, the interesting approach some vendors took to getting attention, and the CES vs. Macworld | iWorld debate. Ted also talks about some of the issues users have been having with the OS X 10.7.3 update, how it happened, and how you can avoid the problems.

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MacNotables #1202: Road to Macworld – The Macworld Live Stage Schedule at Macworld | iWorld and More from Christopher Breen

Chuck Joiner — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 19:00:24 +0000

The Road to Macworld | iWorld 2012 makes a MacNotables stop for a conversation with Macworld Senior Editor Christopher Breen, who is once again coordinating the speakers and activities on the Macworld Live Stage on the exhibit hall floor. Chris discusses who will be there speaking, what they will be talking about, and appropriate attire for the stage. Chris also shares his thoughts on the evolution of the show to Macworld | iWorld, and its place in the industry.

The video version of this episode is available on MacVoicesTV.

The Road to Macworld is a special MacVoices series produced in partnership with Macworld to preview some of the exhibitors and presentations at Macworld | iWorld 2012 in San Francisco from January 26 – 28 at the Moscone Convention Center.

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Chuck Joiner is the producer and host of MacVoices, MacVoicesTV, MacNotables and The MacJury, a group of shows and web sites that make up The MacVoices Group, and is part ofMacLevelTen . You can catch up with what he’s doing by following him on Twitter, friending him on Facebook, or circling him on Google+.

Chuck Joiner is the producer and host of MacVoices, MacVoicesTV, MacNotables and The MacJury, a group of shows and web sites that make up The MacVoices Group, and is part ofMacLevelTen . You can catch up with what he’s doing by following him on Twitter, friending him on Facebook, or circling him on Google+.

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Christopher Breen has been writing about Apple and its technology since the latter days of the Reagan administration for such publication as MacUser, MacWEEK, and Macworld. Currently a Macworld senior editor he pens the Mac 911 tips and troubleshooting column, hosts the Macworld Podcast, is author of The iPhone Pocket Guide, Sixth Edition (6th Edition) (Peachpit Press), and offers lynda.com software tutorials on such subjects as OS X Lion, the iPad, and screencasting. When not engaged in journalistic endeavors he’s a professional musician in the San Francisco Bay Area.

MacNotables #1201: Ted Landau on his Macworld Plans and A Change in 7-Inch Tablet Thinking

Chuck Joiner — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 03:33:17 +0000

Ted Landau starts off 2012 by talking about his Macworld | iWorld sessions, the origin of one of them in his “Bugs and Fixes” articles for Macworld, and his thoughts on the latest changes to the show as it adapts to changing times. Ted has also changed his thinking on the 7-inch tablet form factor, and discusses why it may represent an opportunity for Apple.

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Chuck Joiner is the producer and host of MacVoices, MacVoicesTV, MacNotables and The MacJury, a group of shows and web sites that make up The MacVoices Group, and is part ofMacLevelTen . You can catch up with what he’s doing by following him on Twitter, friending him on Facebook, or circling him on Google+.

MacNotables #1129: Andy Ihnatko on The State of Internet Video Delivery and Apple

Chuck Joiner — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 17:15:21 +0000

Andy Ihnatko turns his attention to the changing landscape of television and what the Internet is and ins’t doing to it. Andy puts into perspective why everything that is happening is important but not widespread, what the networks and cable companies role is in the drama, and why the Apple TV is a transformative technology. To help you celebrate the season, Andy delivers a surprise holiday movie pick, and explains why it is a bit out of the box.

The video version of this episode is available on MacVoicesTV.

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Chuck Joiner is the producer and host of MacVoices, MacVoicesTV, MacNotables and The MacJury, a group of shows and web sites that make up The MacVoices Group, and is part ofMacLevelTen . You can catch up with what he’s doing by following him on Twitter, friending him on Facebook, or circling him on Google+.

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Andy Ihnatko is the technology columnist for the Chicago Sun-Times, senior contributor to Macworld, and is the host of his own podcast, The Ihnatko Almanac. Andy is a regular on MacBreak Weekly, and shares his thoughts and wisdom on his blog, Andy Ihnatko’s Celestial Waste of Bandwidth You can connect with him on Twitter and Google+.

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MacNotables #1128: Bob LeVitus Plays Santa with Holiday Gift Ideas

Chuck Joiner — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 20:00:32 +0000

Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus reaches into his Santa bag and pulls out some terrific holiday gift ideas for the tech-oriented..whether that’s you or someone you’re buying for. From music to video, gaming to clothing (yes, clothing), Bob has you covered. Bob also shares his plans for the upcoming Macworld | iWorld, and why you might find him more accessible than in the past.

The video version of this episode is available on MacVoicesTV.

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Bob LeVitus, often referred to as “Dr. Mac,” has been considered one of the world’s leading authorities on the Macintosh and Mac OS for nearly twenty years. A prolific author, Bob has sold millions of books worldwide in a dozen languages. His recent titles include: iPad 2 For Dummies, Incredible iPad Apps For Dummies, iPhone 4S For Dummies, and Mac OS X Lion For Dummies. He’s been a tech columnist for the Houston Chronicle since 1996 and writes regularly for The Mac Observer web site. His hobbies include playing guitar with the infamous Macworld All-Star Band, engineering audio recordings (mostly of classic rock songs), and budget video-making. Bob also has a Macintosh computing consultancy that offers expert technical help, training, and pre-purchase advice to Mac users via phone, e-mail, and/or Internet-enabled remote control software. You can fine him on Twitter and Google+.

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MacNotables #1127: Tonya Engst Takes Control of the iPad

Chuck Joiner — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 18:50:36 +0000

Just in time for the holidays, Tonya Engst steps up to help the armies of happy new iPad owners with Take Control of Your iPad. In the new edition, Tonya goes beyond the basics and helps users get the most out of their iPads. iOS 5 brought major changes in function and capabilities. Tonya discusses those changes and how she prioritized and addressed them to let both new and experienced users discover more of the power of their iPad. From the new Set-Up Assistant to getting started with iCloud, Tonya will help you take control of your iPad.

The video version of this episode is available on MacVoicesTV.

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Chuck Joiner is the producer and host of MacVoices, MacVoicesTV, MacNotables and The MacJury, a group of shows and web sites that make up The MacVoices Group, and is part ofMacLevelTen . You can catch up with what he’s doing by following him on Twitter, friending him on Facebook, or circling him on Google+.

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Tonya Engst spends her days immersed in Apple technology, serving as editor-in-chief at TidBITS Publishing, which she co-founded. She works behind the scenes on the TidBITS Web site (Apple news for the rest of us) and on the front lines of the Take Control ebook series (highly practical, tightly focused ebooks about technology, mostly Apple-related), where she thinks about the big picture, edits many ebooks, and occasionally gets to write one. Follow her on Twitter.

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MacNotables #1123: Adam Engst Talks to BAM and HAC About Losing Steve Jobs, Flash, Databases, and Lion Weirdness

MacNotables #1126: Ted Landau on iTether, the Death of CDs, and Ultraviolet

Chuck Joiner — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 17:15:06 +0000

Ted Landau discusses the now-you-see-it-now-you-don’t saga of iTether and whether the story was important or just an honest mistake. Compact disc sales continue to decline, but is the CD’s time really over? Ted talks about where things stand and how the CD will live on for some uses. If CDs are dying, what about movie delivery? Ted had some recent experiences with Ultraviolet and explains the goods and bads of that interaction. To wrap up, Ted and Chuck discuss the degree to which technology has migrated to a media delivery focus.

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Chuck Joiner is the producer and host of MacVoices, MacVoicesTV, MacNotables and The MacJury, a group of shows and web sites that make up The MacVoices Group, and is part ofMacLevelTen . You can catch up with what he’s doing by following him on Twitter, friending him on Facebook, or circling him on Google+.

Music CDs Near Dead; iPods Fade by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer

MacNotables #1125: Ted Landau Discusses Sandboxing, iCloud and iTunes Match

Chuck Joiner — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 16:20:37 +0000

Ted Landau gives us a quick course on sandboxing – what it is, why it is good, why it is bad, and why developers are up in arms about it. While not an end-user issue yet, it could become one. Find out everything you need to know about the controversy, then hear Ted cover why iCloud, with great potential, isn’t quite as easy to use as he would like. Issues with PhotoStream, a strategy to help you upgrade your music with iTunes match and more are on Ted’s radar this time around.

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Chuck Joiner is the producer and host of MacVoices, MacVoicesTV, MacNotables and The MacJury, a group of shows and web sites that make up The MacVoices Group, and is part ofMacLevelTen . You can catch up with what he’s doing by following him on Twitter, friending him on Facebook, or circling him on Google+.

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Understanding The Debate Over Apple’s Mac App Store Sandbox by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer

iCloud Forgets to Keep it Simple by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer

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MacNotables #1124: Dan Frakes on Tablet Buying, iCloud and Tim Cook’s Apple

Chuck Joiner — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 16:29:29 +0000

Dan Frakes talks about the volume of tech news in general, and Apple news in particular, that has come with the popularization of mobile computing. The iPad has dominated the adoption of tablets, but the other players are pushing new options; Dan discusses where they fit in, and how to make a tablet buying decision. Rounding out the conversation are thoughts on how iCloud has measured up since its introduction and how Apple may evolve under Tim Cook’s leadership.

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Chuck Joiner is the producer and host of MacVoices, MacVoicesTV, MacNotables and The MacJury, a group of shows and web sites that make up The MacVoices Group, and is part ofMacLevelTen . You can catch up with what he’s doing by following him on Twitter, friending him on Facebook, or circling him on Google+.

Dan Frakes is a respected technology writer, book author, and editor, as well as an authority on digital media (including the iPod, iPhone, and iPad) and consumer audio. He is currently Senior Editor and the “Mac Gems” columnist at Macworld, where he also covers the Mac and iOS platforms, general and mobile computing, digital media, and consumer audio. He was previously Senior Reviews Editor for Playlist magazine and Website (now part of Macworld proper), and at various times an Editor, Contributing Editor, and columnist for MacFixIt.com.

MacNotables #1123: Adam Engst Talks to BAM and HAC About Losing Steve Jobs, Flash, Databases, and Lion Wierdness

Chuck Joiner — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 20:30:00 +0000

Adam Engst appearing at a user group isn’t’ unusual, but speaking to two at a time, virtually, and on MacNotables, is something special. The November meetings of the Bay Area Macintosh Users Group and the Hershey Apple Core featured a joint live conversation with Adam that covered the loss of Steve Jobs, Adobe discontinuing Flash development for mobile devices, recommendations for an approachable database program, why parts of Lion seem strange, and the fatigue factor of covering the world of Apple.

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MacNotables #1122: Ted Landau on Wireless Syncing, iCloud Syncing, and an Apple Television

Chuck Joiner — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 22:45:57 +0000

Ted Landau takes on some unexpected behavior in Wi-Fi syncing in iOS 5, describes a way around what is lacking in iCloud syncing of iWork documents, and reveals one of his most popular articles in the past few years. The buzz about an Apple television is getting louder, and Ted has some thoughts on the possibilities that such a device could address.

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iTunes Wi-Fi Sync & Back Up: Fail (& Workaround) by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer

Chuck Joiner is the producer and host of MacVoices, MacVoicesTV, MacNotables and The MacJury, a group of shows and web sites that make up The MacVoices Group, and is part ofMacLevelTen . You can catch up with what he’s doing by following him on Twitter, friending him on Facebook, or circling him on Google+.

The Complete Guide to iOS 5’s New and “Hidden” Settings by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer

An Apple Television Can Be a Game Changer by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer

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MacNotables #1121: An Eclectic Discussion with Jim Dalrymple at HAC

Chuck Joiner — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 15:15:07 +0000

Jim Dalrymple made a surprise virtual appearance at The Hershey Apple Core user group, and took on a wide variety of subjects, including the iOS 5 launch, the state of things at RIM (big surprise), the hacking (yet again) of Sony, why the Kindle Fire will sell, Audible dropping in-app purchases, and his first meeting with Steve Jobs. (Yes, there were problems with the first few minutes of the video, but what happens after the video comes on is worth it.)

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Chuck Joiner is the producer and host of MacVoices, MacVoicesTV, MacNotables and The MacJury, a group of shows and web sites that make up The MacVoices Group, and is part ofMacLevelTen . You can catch up with what he’s doing by following him on Twitter, friending him on Facebook, or circling him on Google+.

Jim Dalrymple is the founder and boss at The Loop. You can follow him on Twitter, you can follow his alter ego, The Beard as well, or join Jim Dalrymple Fans on FaceBook.

MacNotables #1120: Ted Landau on the Upgrade to iOS 5, More Netflix News, iPhone Carrier Contracts, and Steve Jobs

Chuck Joiner — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 15:15:47 +0000

Ted Landau offers some thoughts on the emotional reaction we have all had to the passing of Steve Jobs, then turns toward the future, and the impending release of iOS 5. What he’s looking forward to most, how the upgrade will go, and what to expect are all part of the discussion before Ted delivers yet another edition of “As The Netflix Turns.” The lack of DVD extras on rental discs, iPhone carrier contracts and more round out the discussion.

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