MacNotables » Apple TV http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress An unparalleled panel of Mac experts deliver news, information and commentary. The MacNotables include Christopher Breen, Bryan Chaffin, Jim Dalrymple, Adam Engst, Tonya Engst, Andy Ihnatko, Chuck Joiner, Ted Landau, Bob LeVitus, Dennis Sellers and Robin Williams. Wed, 14 Jul 2010 14:21:13 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.1 en hourly 1 2007-2009 chuck@macnotables.com (Chuck Joiner) chuck@macnotables.com (Chuck Joiner) posts 1440 apple, mac, macintosh, iphone, ipod, imac, apple tv, os x The Mac Experts You Want To Hear From An unparalleled panel of Mac experts deliver news, information and commentary. The MacNotables include Christopher Breen, Bryan Chaffin, Jim Dalrymple, Adam Engst, Tonya Engst, Andy Ihnatko, Chuck Joiner, Ted Landau, Bob LeVitus, Dennis Sellers and Robin Williams. Chuck Joiner Chuck Joiner chuck@macnotables.com No no http://www.macnotables.com/graphics/mnlogos/MacNotables144x144.jpg MacNotables http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress 144 144 MacNotables #1026: Ted Landau’s Slanted Viewpoint on the iPhone 4, Bumpers, an Apple TV Problem and Cloud Computing http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-1026-ted-landaus-slanted-viewpoint-on-the-iphone-4-bumpers-an-apple-tv-problem-and-cloud-computing/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-1026-ted-landaus-slanted-viewpoint-on-the-iphone-4-bumpers-an-apple-tv-problem-and-cloud-computing/#comments Wed, 14 Jul 2010 14:15:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/?p=585 Ted Landau has been holding out on us. He has been maintaining a secret blog that few knew about, and now reveals his slanted perspective on a variety of topics, tech and otherwise. Ted talks about the current state of the iPhone 4 reception controversy and where it is going, how Apple’s design of the iPhone 4 bumper can cost you the price of new cables, and why it is so annoying. Ted also talks about an Apple TV problem that he is working through, as well as his thoughts on why moving to a cloud-computing presents new challenges and opportunities, but is definitely not comfortable.

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iPhone 4 Bumper Bumps USB-Dock Cables on Ted Landau’s Slanted Viewpoint blog

Bugs & Fixes: Apple TV troubleshooting tool needs improvement by Ted Landau on Macworld

Full Circle: The Return of the Mainframe? by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer

Ten Things to Know About the iPhone 4 Camera by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-1026-ted-landaus-slanted-viewpoint-on-the-iphone-4-bumpers-an-apple-tv-problem-and-cloud-computing/feed/ 0 45:34 Ted Landau has been holding out on us. He has been maintaining a secret blog that few knew about, and now reveals his slanted perspective ... Ted Landau has been holding out on us. He has been maintaining a secret blog that few knew about, and now reveals his slanted perspective on a variety of topics, tech and otherwise. Ted talks about the current state of the iPhone 4 reception controversy and where it is going, how Apple's design of the iPhone 4 bumper can cost you the price of new cables, and why it is so annoying. Ted also talks about an Apple TV problem that he is working through, as well as his thoughts on why moving to a cloud-computing presents new challenges and opportunities, but is definitely not comfortable. MacNotables is sponsored by SmileOnMyMac. Links Chuck Joiner on Twitter The MacVoices Group Subscribe to MacNotables in iTunes Ted Landau on Twitter Applersquo;s Lingering iPhone 4 Problem on Ted Landau's Slanted Viewpoint blog iPhone 4 case roundup: Part one by David Chartier on Macworld iPhone 4 Bumper Bumps USB-Dock Cables on Ted Landau's Slanted Viewpoint blog Bugs #38; Fixes: Apple TV troubleshooting tool needs improvement by Ted Landau on Macworld Full Circle: The Return of the Mainframe? by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer Ten Things to Know About the iPhone 4 Camera by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer Apple,TV,,Commentary,,Productivity,,Software,,Web,,iPad,,iPhone Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #1022: Ted Landau Reviews the Frantic Pace of Apple, Getting an iPhone 4, What the Mac mini Means, and More http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-1022-ted-landau-reviews-the-frantic-pace-of-apple-getting-an-iphone-4-what-the-mac-mini-means-and-more/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-1022-ted-landau-reviews-the-frantic-pace-of-apple-getting-an-iphone-4-what-the-mac-mini-means-and-more/#comments Fri, 18 Jun 2010 15:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/?p=568 Ted Landau is getting an iPhone 4.0, and talks about why the decision was easy for him, his acquisition strategy, and the implications of the online pre-order meltdown. That’s just the beginning. Ted addresses the rapid-fire rate of Apple product and update announcements, the “Mac is dead” discussions and why they are wrong, and why the iPad will replace some, but not all currently Mac-oriented tasks. The new Mac mini, the future of Apple TV, and whether it might include an Apple TV (you know, the kind with a screen), and Steve Jobs’ performance at D8 are all included in the discussion.

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TiVo HD
TiVo HD Digital Video Recorder

Apple TV
Apple TV with 160GB Hard Drive

The Mac mini

Steve Jobs at D8: The Full, Uncut Interview

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-1022-ted-landau-reviews-the-frantic-pace-of-apple-getting-an-iphone-4-what-the-mac-mini-means-and-more/feed/ 0 44:51 Ted Landau is getting an iPhone 4.0, and talks about why the decision was easy for him, his acquisition strategy, and the implications of the ... Ted Landau is getting an iPhone 4.0, and talks about why the decision was easy for him, his acquisition strategy, and the implications of the online pre-order meltdown. That's just the beginning. Ted addresses the rapid-fire rate of Apple product and update announcements, the "Mac is dead" discussions and why they are wrong, and why the iPad will replace some, but not all currently Mac-oriented tasks. The new Mac mini, the future of Apple TV, and whether it might include an Apple TV (you know, the kind with a screen), and Steve Jobs' performance at D8 are all included in the discussion. MacNotables is sponsored by SmileOnMyMac. Links: Chuck Joiner on Twitter The MacVoices Group Subscribe to MacNotables in iTunesTed Landau's User Friendly View: The Mac Lives! by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer Ted Landau's User Friendly View: Get DiskAid 4 for iOS File Sharing by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer TiVo HD Digital Video Recorder Apple TV with 160GB Hard Drive The Mac mini Steve Jobs at D8: The Full, Uncut Interview Apple,TV,,Audio/Music,,Commentary,,Hardware,,Productivity,,Web,,iPad,,iPhone Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #1018: Jason Snell on Google TV vs. Apple TV, Why TV is Difficult, The iPad as TV, The Flash Debate and More http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-1018-jason-snell-on-google-tv-vs-apple-tv-why-tv-is-difficult-the-ipad-as-tv-the-flash-debate-and-more/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-1018-jason-snell-on-google-tv-vs-apple-tv-why-tv-is-difficult-the-ipad-as-tv-the-flash-debate-and-more/#comments Fri, 21 May 2010 15:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/?p=554 Jason Snell, the Editorial Director of Macworld, comments on the current state of TV, including why it is such a mess, what the newly announced Google TV means for consumers in general and Apple TV in particular, and where the iPad fits in. Jason also weighs in on the Apple-Adobe-Flash saga, defending his position that Flash is less relevant than it was when the iPhone first came out, and explains his surprise that we’re still talking about it. The conversation wraps up with Jason talking about the how the iPad fits into his life (so far), what apps he uses, and how it is affecting what he and his team do at Macworld.

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Ihnatko: Get ready for second-wave iPad apps by Andy Ihnatko on Macworld

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NetFlix App

MLB App

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Zinio Magazine Newsstand App

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-1018-jason-snell-on-google-tv-vs-apple-tv-why-tv-is-difficult-the-ipad-as-tv-the-flash-debate-and-more/feed/ 0 54:50 Jason Snell, the Editorial Director of Macworld, comments on the current state of TV, including why it is such a mess, what the newly announced ... Jason Snell, the Editorial Director of Macworld, comments on the current state of TV, including why it is such a mess, what the newly announced Google TV means for consumers in general and Apple TV in particular, and where the iPad fits in. Jason also weighs in on the Apple-Adobe-Flash saga, defending his position that Flash is less relevant than it was when the iPhone first came out, and explains his surprise that we're still talking about it. The conversation wraps up with Jason talking about the how the iPad fits into his life (so far), what apps he uses, and how it is affecting what he and his team do at Macworld. MacNotables is sponsored by SmileOnMyMac. Links: Chuck Joiner on Twitter The MacVoices Group Subscribe to MacNotables in iTunes Jason Snell on Twitter Google TV Apple TV with 160GB Hard Drive Ihnatko: Get ready for second-wave iPad apps by Andy Ihnatko on Macworld ABC Player NetFlix App MLB App Kindle App Zinio Magazine Newsstand App Apple,TV,,Audio/Music,,Commentary,,Hardware,,Print,,Software,,Video,,Web,,iPad,,iPhone,,iPod Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #1002: Dennis Sellers on Apple Device Information, Streaming Video Options and CES Trends http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-1002-dennis-sellers-on-apple-device-information-streaming-video-options-and-ces-trends/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-1002-dennis-sellers-on-apple-device-information-streaming-video-options-and-ces-trends/#comments Thu, 07 Jan 2010 15:30:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/?p=489 Dennis SellersDennis Sellers and host Chuck Joiner discuss the flood of “for certain” information that seems to be leaking from everywhere about Apple’s alleged forthcoming device, and doubt the validity of almost all of it. Dennis gives some preliminary thoughts on the Google Nexus One, then provides his thoughts on the state of streaming video options from a movie collector’s point of view, why they fall short, and what he wants Apple to do to fill in the gap. CES is generating a flood of press releases; Dennis talks about the trend he sees in the flood, and engages in some good-natured speculation about what may come next from Apple. A TV? A car? The sky’s the limit!

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]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-1002-dennis-sellers-on-apple-device-information-streaming-video-options-and-ces-trends/feed/ 0 40:14 Dennis Sellers and host Chuck Joiner discuss the flood of "for certain" information that seems to be leaking from everywhere about Apple's alleged forthcoming device, ... Dennis Sellers and host Chuck Joiner discuss the flood of "for certain" information that seems to be leaking from everywhere about Apple's alleged forthcoming device, and doubt the validity of almost all of it. Dennis gives some preliminary thoughts on the Google Nexus One, then provides his thoughts on the state of streaming video options from a movie collector's point of view, why they fall short, and what he wants Apple to do to fill in the gap. CES is generating a flood of press releases; Dennis talks about the trend he sees in the flood, and engages in some good-natured speculation about what may come next from Apple. A TV? A car? The sky's the limit! MacNotables is sponsored by SmileOnMyMac. Links: Chuck Joiner on Twitter The MacVoices Group Subscribe to MacNotables in iTunes MacLevelTen - The Mac Media Group Dennis Sellers on Twitter Apple,TV,,Commentary,,Events,,Hardware,,Video,,Web Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #954: Ted Landau Talks about Plane WiFi, TiVo Control from the iPhone, and the Big Picture on Connectivity and Media http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-954-ted-landau-talks-about-plane-wifi-tivo-control-from-the-iphone-and-the-big-picture-on-connectivity-and-media/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-954-ted-landau-talks-about-plane-wifi-tivo-control-from-the-iphone-and-the-big-picture-on-connectivity-and-media/#comments Wed, 23 Dec 2009 16:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/?p=485 Ted LandauMac expert Ted Landau has been doing some holiday traveling, and shares his experiences with WiFi on a plane and what you need to do to take full advantage and programming his TiVo from his iPhone so his wife didn’t miss Oprah’s holiday special (or so he says). Then, taking in the bigger picture, Ted discusses his belief that we are in a transition period for widely available, affordable internet access, the trends, options and opportunities swirling around television content and how it can be obtained, and more.

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Ted Landau’s User Friendly Blog: End of the Year Blog Bits: Wi-Fi on a Plane to TV on an iPhone by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer

Virgin Mobile offers Mobile Broadband for Mac users by Peter Cohen on The Loop

A not-so-brief chat with Randall Stephenson of AT&T on the Fake Steve Jobs blog

i.TV in the iTunes Store

EyeTV iPhone app in the iTunes Store

TiVo Web App

News: CBS, Disney Consider Apple-based Internet TV Subscriptions by Jeff Gamet on The Mac Observer

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-954-ted-landau-talks-about-plane-wifi-tivo-control-from-the-iphone-and-the-big-picture-on-connectivity-and-media/feed/ 0 00:01:01 Mac expert Ted Landau has been doing some holiday traveling, and shares his experiences with WiFi on a plane and what you need to do ... Mac expert Ted Landau has been doing some holiday traveling, and shares his experiences with WiFi on a plane and what you need to do to take full advantage and programming his TiVo from his iPhone so his wife didn't miss Oprah's holiday special (or so he says). Then, taking in the bigger picture, Ted discusses his belief that we are in a transition period for widely available, affordable internet access, the trends, options and opportunities swirling around television content and how it can be obtained, and more. MacNotables is sponsored by SmileOnMyMac. Links: Chuck Joiner on Twitter The MacVoices Group Subscribe to MacNotables in iTunes MacLevelTen, The Mac Media Group Ted Landau on Twitter Ted Landau's User Friendly Blog: End of the Year Blog Bits: Wi-Fi on a Plane to TV on an iPhone by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer Virgin Mobile offers Mobile Broadband for Mac users by Peter Cohen on The Loop A not-so-brief chat with Randall Stephenson of AT#38;T on the Fake Steve Jobs blog i.TV in the iTunes Store EyeTV iPhone app in the iTunes Store TiVo Web App News: CBS, Disney Consider Apple-based Internet TV Subscriptions by Jeff Gamet on The Mac Observer Apple,TV,,Audio/Music,,Hardware,,Productivity,,Software,,Video,,Web,,iPhone Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #944: Jim Dalrymple on Apple’s Financial Results, New iMacs, New mini, New MacBook and More http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-944-jim-dalrymple-on-apples-financial-results-new-imacs-new-mini-new-macbook-and-more/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-944-jim-dalrymple-on-apples-financial-results-new-imacs-new-mini-new-macbook-and-more/#comments Wed, 21 Oct 2009 11:30:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/?p=453 Jim DalrympleApple made big news this week, first with a record-setting quarterly result, and then with the release of new Mac hardware. Jim Dalrymple helps us make sense of it all, starting with the best Mac sales quarter ever, and how that reflects on the strategies Apple has been pursuing. Jim names his favorite new product out of the mix (not what you might think), reviews the changes to the iMac, Mac mini and MacBook, and discusses his recent conversation with Apple’s Phil Schiller about Apple’s product philosophy. Jim also talks about the rapid development of his web site, The Loop, including some of his new team members and how current technology is making it possible.

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Apple posts $1.67 billion fourth quarter profit by Jim Dalrymple on The Loop

Apple earnings conference call — live update by Peter Cohen on The Loop

Apple’s new “Magic Mouse” features multi-touch technology by Peter Cohen on The Loop

Schiller: Apple designs Macs for the future by Jim Dalrymple on The Loop

New iMacs sport 21.5, 27-inch displays, quad-core option by Peter Cohen on The Loop

Snow Leopard Server-equipped Mac mini debuts by Peter Cohen on The Loop

New MacBook features LED display, 7-hour battery by Peter Cohen on The Loop

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MacVoices #703 – The Road to Macworld: Jay Menna Discusses macminicolo.net’s Unique Approach to Web Hosting

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-944-jim-dalrymple-on-apples-financial-results-new-imacs-new-mini-new-macbook-and-more/feed/ 0 47:01 Apple made big news this week, first with a record-setting quarterly result, and then with the release of new Mac hardware. Jim Dalrymple helps us ... Apple made big news this week, first with a record-setting quarterly result, and then with the release of new Mac hardware. Jim Dalrymple helps us make sense of it all, starting with the best Mac sales quarter ever, and how that reflects on the strategies Apple has been pursuing. Jim names his favorite new product out of the mix (not what you might think), reviews the changes to the iMac, Mac mini and MacBook, and discusses his recent conversation with Apple's Phil Schiller about Apple's product philosophy. Jim also talks about the rapid development of his web site, The Loop, including some of his new team members and how current technology is making it possible. MacNotables is sponsored by SmileOnMyMac. Links: Chuck Joiner on Twitter The MacVoices Group Subscribe to MacNotables in iTunes Jim Dalrymple on Twitter The Loop on Twitter Jim Dalrymple Fans on FaceBook Apple posts $1.67 billion fourth quarter profit by Jim Dalrymple on The Loop Apple earnings conference call mdash; live update by Peter Cohen on The Loop Applersquo;s new ldquo;Magic Mouserdquo; features multi-touch technology by Peter Cohen on The Loop Schiller: Apple designs Macs for the future by Jim Dalrymple on The Loop New iMacs sport 21.5, 27-inch displays, quad-core option by Peter Cohen on The Loop Snow Leopard Server-equipped Mac mini debuts by Peter Cohen on The Loop New MacBook features LED display, 7-hour battery by Peter Cohen on The Loop macminicolo MacVoices #703 ndash; The Road to Macworld: Jay Menna Discusses macminicolo.netrsquo;s Unique Approach to Web Hosting Apple,TV,,Audio/Music,,Commentary,,Hardware,,Productivity,,iPhone,,iPod Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #943: Ted Landau on The Dangers of the Guest Account Bug, The Return of Typestyler, and iPhone Jailbreaking http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-943-ted-landau-on-the-dangers-of-the-guest-account-bug-the-return-of-typestyler-and-iphone-jailbreaking/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-943-ted-landau-on-the-dangers-of-the-guest-account-bug-the-return-of-typestyler-and-iphone-jailbreaking/#comments Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:10:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/?p=451 Ted LandauMac expert Ted Landau has been watching the Guest Account Bug situation with great interest, and shares his insight into what’s going on and how you can keep from being bitten. Ted also discusses the return of TypeStyler, the venerable Mac graphics program that has been out of action for years, and the challenges it faces in today’s software market. Also known as the MacNotables resident iPhone expert, Ted provides us with an update on the jailbreaking community and why it just may not matter any more.

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Ted Landau’s User Friendly View: The Return of TypeStyler by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer

MacFixIt

Snow Leopard Guest Account Wiping Some Home Directories by Bryan Chaffin on The Mac Observer

Microsoft’s Cloud Computing Fail Loses Sidekick Data by Jeff Gamet on The Mac Observer

Jailbreaking iPhones: Going, Going, Gone? by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer

blackra1n Jailbreaks 3.1.2 Upgraded iPhone, iPod touch by Jeff Gamet on The Mac Observer

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-943-ted-landau-on-the-dangers-of-the-guest-account-bug-the-return-of-typestyler-and-iphone-jailbreaking/feed/ 1 39:50 Mac expert Ted Landau has been watching the Guest Account Bug situation with great interest, and shares his insight into what's going on and how ... Mac expert Ted Landau has been watching the Guest Account Bug situation with great interest, and shares his insight into what's going on and how you can keep from being bitten. Ted also discusses the return of TypeStyler, the venerable Mac graphics program that has been out of action for years, and the challenges it faces in today's software market. Also known as the MacNotables resident iPhone expert, Ted provides us with an update on the jailbreaking community and why it just may not matter any more. MacNotables is sponsored by SmileOnMyMac. Links: Chuck Joiner on Twitter The MacVoices Group Ted Landau on Twitter Subscribe to MacNotables in iTunes MacLevelTen Ted Landau's User Friendly View: The Return of TypeStyler by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer MacFixIt Snow Leopard Guest Account Wiping Some Home Directories by Bryan Chaffin on The Mac Observer Microsoftrsquo;s Cloud Computing Fail Loses Sidekick Data by Jeff Gamet on The Mac Observer Jailbreaking iPhones: Going, Going, Gone? by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer blackra1n Jailbreaks 3.1.2 Upgraded iPhone, iPod touch by Jeff Gamet on The Mac Observer Apple,TV,,Commentary,,Graphics/Photos,,Hardware,,Productivity,,Software,,iPhone Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #942: Dennis Sellers Reviews SuperSync and Explains Why You’re Not As Connected As You Think http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-942-dennis-sellers-reviews-supersync-and-explains-why-youre-not-as-connected-as-you-think/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-942-dennis-sellers-reviews-supersync-and-explains-why-youre-not-as-connected-as-you-think/#comments Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:00:37 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/?p=466 Dennis SellersDennis Sellers recently posted a message on Macsimum News asking for readers help in finding a missing staffer. Dennis updates us on some of the challenges that have been going on behind the scenes at Macsimum News, what he’s learned from the experience, and some things you should be aware of as you live your digital life. Think you’re fully connected? Dennis discusses why that may not be the case. Then, Dennis talks about how to go beyond iTunes 9’s new Home Sharing capabilities with SuperSync. Streaming is fine, but Dennis explains why there are times it makes sense to move media files from one device to another and why SuperSync is a top choice to accomplish the task.


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I need your help in locating Dave Merten by Dennis Sellers on Macsimum News

The Video Sandbox podcast in The iTunes Store

Macsimum review: SuperSync a great tool for managing iTunes libraries by Dennis Sellers on Macsimum News

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-942-dennis-sellers-reviews-supersync-and-explains-why-youre-not-as-connected-as-you-think/feed/ 0 26:20 Dennis Sellers recently posted a message on Macsimum News asking for readers help in finding a missing staffer. Dennis updates us on some of the ... Dennis Sellers recently posted a message on Macsimum News asking for readers help in finding a missing staffer. Dennis updates us on some of the challenges that have been going on behind the scenes at Macsimum News, what he's learned from the experience, and some things you should be aware of as you live your digital life. Think you're fully connected? Dennis discusses why that may not be the case. Then, Dennis talks about how to go beyond iTunes 9's new Home Sharing capabilities with SuperSync. Streaming is fine, but Dennis explains why there are times it makes sense to move media files from one device to another and why SuperSync is a top choice to accomplish the task. MacNotables is sponsored by SmileOnMyMac. Links: Chuck Joiner on Twitter The MacVoices Group Subscribe to MacNotables in iTunes MacLevelTen Dennis Sellers on Twitter I need your help in locating Dave Merten by Dennis Sellers on Macsimum News The Video Sandbox podcast in The iTunes Store Macsimum review: SuperSync a great tool for managing iTunes libraries by Dennis Sellers on Macsimum News Apple,TV,,Commentary,,Productivity,,Software,,Video,,iPhone,,iPod Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #940: Jim Dalrymple on Microsoft’s Poaching, Apple TV, iPod nano Video and the Best Audio Plug-Ins http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-940-jim-dalrymple-on-microsofts-poaching-apple-tv-ipod-nano-video-and-the-best-audio-plug-ins/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-940-jim-dalrymple-on-microsofts-poaching-apple-tv-ipod-nano-video-and-the-best-audio-plug-ins/#comments Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/?p=444 Jim DalrympleIn a far-reaching discussion, Jim Dalrymple of The Loop talks about Microsoft’s poaching of Apple Store employees, the status of the Apple TV and why it can be frustrating and the surprising video and audio quality of the iPod nano camera. Jim also comments on the ease of the transition to Snow Leopard for most, and dives deep into what he feels are the best audio plug-ins for the Mac.

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Microsoft poaching Apple store managers and sales staff by Jim Dalrymple on The Loop

Sources confirm no Apple TV at Apple’s September event by Jim Dalrymple on The Loop

Apple TV
Apple TV with 160GB Hard Drive

MenuMeters by Raging Menace Software

iStatMenus by iSlayer

Testing the iPod nano video capabilities by Jim Dalrymple on The Loop (includes video sample)

Hands On: Cakewalk’s V-Studio 100 by Jim Dalrymple on The Loop

Universal Audio: The best audio plug-ins for the Mac by Jim Dalrymple on The Loop

Universal Audio plug-ins

Slash Has A Vegas Mirage on Classic Rock

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-940-jim-dalrymple-on-microsofts-poaching-apple-tv-ipod-nano-video-and-the-best-audio-plug-ins/feed/ 0 46:48 In a far-reaching discussion, Jim Dalrymple of The Loop talks about Microsoft's poaching of Apple Store employees, the status of the Apple TV and why ... In a far-reaching discussion, Jim Dalrymple of The Loop talks about Microsoft's poaching of Apple Store employees, the status of the Apple TV and why it can be frustrating and the surprising video and audio quality of the iPod nano camera. Jim also comments on the ease of the transition to Snow Leopard for most, and dives deep into what he feels are the best audio plug-ins for the Mac. Links: Chuck Joiner on Twitter The MacVoices Group Subscribe to MacNotables in iTunes Jim Dalrymple on Twitter Jim Dalrymple's Beard on Twitter The Loop on Twitter Microsoft poaching Apple store managers and sales staff by Jim Dalrymple on The Loop Sources confirm no Apple TV at Applersquo;s September event by Jim Dalrymple on The Loop Apple TV with 160GB Hard Drive MenuMeters by Raging Menace Software iStatMenus by iSlayer Testing the iPod nano video capabilities by Jim Dalrymple on The Loop (includes video sample) Hands On: Cakewalkrsquo;s V-Studio 100 by Jim Dalrymple on The Loop Universal Audio: The best audio plug-ins for the Mac by Jim Dalrymple on The Loop Universal Audio plug-ins Slash Has A Vegas Mirage on Classic Rock Apple,TV,,Audio/Music,,Commentary,,Hardware,,iPod Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #918: Dennis Sellers on WWDC Predictions and No Steve Jobs, Apple TV’s Future and Pruning Your Apps http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-918-dennis-sellers-on-wwdc-predictions-and-nw-steve-jobs-apple-tvs-future-and-pruning-your-apps/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-918-dennis-sellers-on-wwdc-predictions-and-nw-steve-jobs-apple-tvs-future-and-pruning-your-apps/#comments Wed, 03 Jun 2009 11:20:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/?p=391 Dennis Sellers
Dennis Sellers discusses his predictions for WWDC, the state of the Apple TV and whether there are games in its future, and whether Apple’s plate is too full. Dennis reviews the pricing of iTunes music and apps and the effect on buying patterns, the possibility of scaling apps for the iPhone, and pruning the apps you no longer use. The perception of WWDC without Steve Jobs, Apple patents and more wrap up the discussion.

Links:

Chuck Joiner on Twitter

Dennis Sellers on Twitter

The Next Big Thing: an Apple TV for gaming? by Dennis Sellers on Macsimum News

MaxMenus by Proteron

Macsimum Poll: should Apple slice prices on the Mac line? (Poll results on Steve Jobs and WWDC question) on Macsimum News

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-918-dennis-sellers-on-wwdc-predictions-and-nw-steve-jobs-apple-tvs-future-and-pruning-your-apps/feed/ 0 37:23 Dennis Sellers discusses his predictions for WWDC, the state of the Apple TV and whether there are games in its future, and whether Apple's plate ... Dennis Sellers discusses his predictions for WWDC, the state of the Apple TV and whether there are games in its future, and whether Apple's plate is too full. Dennis reviews the pricing of iTunes music and apps and the effect on buying patterns, the possibility of scaling apps for the iPhone, and pruning the apps you no longer use. The perception of WWDC without Steve Jobs, Apple patents and more wrap up the discussion. Links: Chuck Joiner on Twitter Dennis Sellers on Twitter The Next Big Thing: an Apple TV for gaming? by Dennis Sellers on Macsimum News MaxMenus by Proteron Macsimum Poll: should Apple slice prices on the Mac line? (Poll results on Steve Jobs and WWDC question) on Macsimum News Apple,TV,,Commentary,,Events,,Hardware,,iPhone,,iPod Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #914: Christopher Breen on the Mac mini as Media Center, Mozy Online Backup and Stupid Forum Posters http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-914-christopher-breen-on-the-mac-mini-as-media-center-mozy-online-backup-and-stupid-forum-posters/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-914-christopher-breen-on-the-mac-mini-as-media-center-mozy-online-backup-and-stupid-forum-posters/#comments Wed, 13 May 2009 15:05:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/?p=383 Christopher Breen

Macworld Senior Editor Christopher Breen discusses his adventures with the online backup service Mozy, an unanticipated benefit of using the password manager, 1Passworld and dealing with difficult people in the Macworld forums. Chris’ latest big project is building a home media center around a Mac mini, and he reviews the results, concluding that while everything is getting geekier as we go along, online content deliver has made the effort involved more worthwhile.

Links:

Chuck Joiner on Twitter

Christopher Breen on Twitter

Kix

Charm City Devils

Daring Fireball

Mozy

Common cures for a slowzy Mozy by Christopher Breen on Macworld’s Mac911 blog

MacVoices #970: Matthew Dornquast On How CrashPlan Backs Up Data Remotely…For Free

BackJack

1Password by Agile Web Solutions

SuperDuper by Shirt Pocket Software

ProSoft Data Rescue II

Apple Mac mini

My multimedia Mac mini by Christopher Breen on Macworld (2006 article)

Revisiting the Mac mini media center by Christopher Breen on Macworld

Mac mini media center: Configuring Front Row by Christopher Breen on Macworld

Mac mini media center: Get content by Christopher Breen on Macworld

Mac mini media center: Control everything remotely by Christopher Breen on Macworld

Mac mini media center: Is it worth it? by Christopher Breen on Macworld

Setting up a Mac mini media center – Macworld video by Christopher Breen

Using Netflix Watch Instantly to feed your Mac media center by Jason Snell on Macworld

XBMC Media Center

Plex Media Center

boxee media center

Hulu Apple Remote for iPhone

Rowmote: Remote Control for Mac and AppleTV

AppleTV with 40GB Hard Drive

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-914-christopher-breen-on-the-mac-mini-as-media-center-mozy-online-backup-and-stupid-forum-posters/feed/ 0 54:04 Macworld Senior Editor Christopher Breen discusses his adventures with the online backup service Mozy, an unanticipated benefit of using the password manager, 1Passworld and ... Macworld Senior Editor Christopher Breen discusses his adventures with the online backup service Mozy, an unanticipated benefit of using the password manager, 1Passworld and dealing with difficult people in the Macworld forums. Chris' latest big project is building a home media center around a Mac mini, and he reviews the results, concluding that while everything is getting geekier as we go along, online content deliver has made the effort involved more worthwhile. Links: Chuck Joiner on Twitter Christopher Breen on Twitter Kix Charm City Devils Daring Fireball Mozy Common cures for a slowzy Mozy by Christopher Breen on Macworld's Mac911 blog MacVoices #970: Matthew Dornquast On How CrashPlan Backs Up Data Remotelyhellip;For Free BackJack 1Password by Agile Web Solutions SuperDuper by Shirt Pocket Software ProSoft Data Rescue II Apple Mac mini My multimedia Mac mini by Christopher Breen on Macworld (2006 article) Revisiting the Mac mini media center by Christopher Breen on Macworld Mac mini media center: Configuring Front Row by Christopher Breen on Macworld Mac mini media center: Get content by Christopher Breen on Macworld Mac mini media center: Control everything remotely by Christopher Breen on Macworld Mac mini media center: Is it worth it? by Christopher Breen on Macworld Setting up a Mac mini media center - Macworld video by Christopher Breen Using Netflix Watch Instantly to feed your Mac media center by Jason Snell on Macworld XBMC Media Center Plex Media Center boxee media center Hulu Apple Remote for iPhone Rowmote: Remote Control for Mac and AppleTV AppleTV with 40GB Hard Drive Apple,TV,,Audio/Music,,Commentary,,Hardware,,Software,,Video,,Web,,iPhone,,iPod Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #811: Adam Engst and Ted Landau on the Effects of the iPhone SDK, the Apple TV and iPod Dominance http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-811-adam-engst-and-ted-landau-on-the-effects-of-the-iphone-sdk-the-apple-tv-and-ipod-dominance/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-811-adam-engst-and-ted-landau-on-the-effects-of-the-iphone-sdk-the-apple-tv-and-ipod-dominance/#comments Thu, 28 Feb 2008 12:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-811-adam-engst-and-ted-landau-on-the-effects-of-the-iphone-sdk-the-apple-tv-and-ipod-dominance/ Adam Engst, Ted Landau and Chuck Joiner start off the first of a two-part conversation examining the importance of Apple meeting or missing the iPhone SDK introduction, and how it will affect iPhone hacking. The panel discuss some of the unanswered questions that legitimate third-party iPhone applications will raise, review some tricks and tweaks for the Apple TV, express their possessiveness on why non-Mac users don’t deserve an iPhone and discuss how the iPod has maintained its dominance.

Adam Engst
Adam Engst

Ted Landau
Ted Landau

Chuck Joiner
Chuck Joiner
     


Links:

Apple TV

MacVoices #865: Paul Kafasis and Mike Ash of Rogue Amoeba Discuss The Apple TV Capabilities of Airfoil 3

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-811-adam-engst-and-ted-landau-on-the-effects-of-the-iphone-sdk-the-apple-tv-and-ipod-dominance/feed/ 0 32:05 Adam Engst, Ted Landau and Chuck Joiner start off the first of a two-part conversation examining the importance of Apple meeting or missing the iPhone ... Adam Engst, Ted Landau and Chuck Joiner start off the first of a two-part conversation examining the importance of Apple meeting or missing the iPhone SDK introduction, and how it will affect iPhone hacking. The panel discuss some of the unanswered questions that legitimate third-party iPhone applications will raise, review some tricks and tweaks for the Apple TV, express their possessiveness on why non-Mac users don't deserve an iPhone and discuss how the iPod has maintained its dominance. Adam Engst Ted Landau Chuck Joiner #160; #160; #160; Links: Apple TV MacVoices #865: Paul Kafasis and Mike Ash of Rogue Amoeba Discuss The Apple TV Capabilities of Airfoil 3 Apple,TV,,Audio/Music,,Commentary,,Hardware,,iPhone,,iPod Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #810: Christopher Breen’s Apple TV Tips (Part 2) http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-810-christopher-breens-apple-tv-tips-part-2/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-810-christopher-breens-apple-tv-tips-part-2/#comments Fri, 22 Feb 2008 12:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-810-christopher-breens-apple-tv-tips-part-2/ Christopher BreenIn the second of a two-part conversation about the Apple TV, Macworld Senior Editor Christopher Breen talks about why he decided to connect his Apple TV to his home network via Ethernet, what you need to turn an older Mac into a media server, why playlists are more important than ever, why you still need a DVD player if you’re into Blu-Ray, and the tools and techniques to rip your existing DVDs to the Apple TV for the best audio and video quality.


Links:

Macworld Podcast: Aperture, OS X, and Apple TV updates

Macworld Video: The Apple TV update

Upgrading Apple TV’s hard drive by Dan Frakes on Macworld
Handbrake

Mac The Ripper

Visual Hub by Techspansion


MediaCentral 2.x Personal Pack Pro by equinux

Apple TV and the 24-hour limit by Christopher Breen on Macworld

Hands on with Apple TV, Take Two by Christopher Breen on Macworld

First Look: Apple TV, take two by Christopher Breen on Macworld

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-810-christopher-breens-apple-tv-tips-part-2/feed/ 0 24:18 In the second of a two-part conversation about the Apple TV, Macworld Senior Editor Christopher Breen talks about why he decided to connect his Apple ... In the second of a two-part conversation about the Apple TV, Macworld Senior Editor Christopher Breen talks about why he decided to connect his Apple TV to his home network via Ethernet, what you need to turn an older Mac into a media server, why playlists are more important than ever, why you still need a DVD player if you're into Blu-Ray, and the tools and techniques to rip your existing DVDs to the Apple TV for the best audio and video quality. Links: Macworld Podcast: Aperture, OS X, and Apple TV updates Macworld Video: The Apple TV update Upgrading Apple TV's hard drive by Dan Frakes on Macworld Handbrake Mac The Ripper Visual Hub by Techspansion MediaCentral 2.x Personal Pack Pro by equinux Apple TV and the 24-hour limit by Christopher Breen on Macworld Hands on with Apple TV, Take Two by Christopher Breen on Macworld First Look: Apple TV, take two by Christopher Breen on Macworld Apple,TV,,Audio/Music,,Commentary,,Hardware,,Video Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #809: Christopher Breen’s Apple TV Tips (Part 1) http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-809-christopher-breens-apple-tv-tips-part-1/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-809-christopher-breens-apple-tv-tips-part-1/#comments Thu, 21 Feb 2008 12:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-809-christopher-breens-apple-tv-tips-part-1/ Christopher BreenIn the first of a two-part conversation, Macworld Senior Editor Christopher Breen talks about why he doesn’t think of himself as an Apple TV champion, just a really big fan. Chris discusses why this happened, how the first version of Apple’s set-top box distinguished itself from many of the other products that cross his desk and how “take two” makes it even better. Other aspects of the Apple TV covered include praise for the unit’s streaming capabilities and why you don’t need a bigger hard drive to store your media.


Links:

Macworld Podcast: Aperture, OS X, and Apple TV updates

Macworld Video: The Apple TV update

Upgrading Apple TV’s hard drive by Dan Frakes on Macworld
Handbrake

Mac The Ripper

Visual Hub by Techspansion


MediaCentral 2.x Personal Pack Pro by equinux

Apple TV and the 24-hour limit by Christopher Breen on Macworld

Hands on with Apple TV, Take Two by Christopher Breen on Macworld

First Look: Apple TV, take two by Christopher Breen on Macworld

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-809-christopher-breens-apple-tv-tips-part-1/feed/ 0 26:31 In the first of a two-part conversation, Macworld Senior Editor Christopher Breen talks about why he doesn't think of himself as an Apple TV champion, ... In the first of a two-part conversation, Macworld Senior Editor Christopher Breen talks about why he doesn't think of himself as an Apple TV champion, just a really big fan. Chris discusses why this happened, how the first version of Apple's set-top box distinguished itself from many of the other products that cross his desk and how "take two" makes it even better. Other aspects of the Apple TV covered include praise for the unit's streaming capabilities and why you don't need a bigger hard drive to store your media. Links: Macworld Podcast: Aperture, OS X, and Apple TV updates Macworld Video: The Apple TV update Upgrading Apple TV's hard drive by Dan Frakes on Macworld Handbrake Mac The Ripper Visual Hub by Techspansion MediaCentral 2.x Personal Pack Pro by equinux Apple TV and the 24-hour limit by Christopher Breen on Macworld Hands on with Apple TV, Take Two by Christopher Breen on Macworld First Look: Apple TV, take two by Christopher Breen on Macworld Apple,TV,,Audio/Music,,Commentary,,Hardware,,Video Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #802: MacNotables at Expo – In the Macworld Podcast Booth with Tonya Engst, Andy Ihnatko, Ted Landau and Friends http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-at-expo-in-the-macworld-podcast-booth-with-tonya-engst-andy-ihnatko-ted-landau-and-friends/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-at-expo-in-the-macworld-podcast-booth-with-tonya-engst-andy-ihnatko-ted-landau-and-friends/#comments Fri, 25 Jan 2008 12:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-at-expo-in-the-macworld-podcast-booth-with-tonya-engst-andy-ihnatko-ted-landau-and-friends/ In the Macworld.com Podcast Studio, Ted Landau and Chuck Joiner start out alone covering the Macworld Expo keynote and picking some favorite new products, and are are gang-tackled as Tonya Engst, Andy Ihatko and guests Dori Smith and Tom Negrino join them for a discussion of all things Expo.

Ted comments on the MacBook Air from a troubleshooting perspective, Tonya applauds the number of products designed for women, Andy talks about why his backpack glitters and a favorite new tripod, Tom and Dori cover a new calendar-sharing utility and Chuck plugs a set of in-ear earphones (no pun intended).

Tonya Engst
Tonya Engst

Andy Ihnatko
Andy Ihnatko

Ted Landau
Ted Landau

Chuck Joiner
Chuck Joiner

Dori Smith
Dori Smith

 Tom Negrino
Tom Negrino


Links:

Photos from the MacVoices’ Macworld Expo 2008 Flickr collection

MacNotables in the Macworld Podcast Booth


Fujitsu ScanSnap S510M

Equinux TubeStick

OmniFocus from The Omni Group

BusySync from BusyMac


“Joby Gorillapod Flexible Tripod


Elgato Eyetv 250 Digital TV Recorder

Spanning Sync

Etymotic Research – headphones


“Etymotic Research ER6i Isolator Earphones


Etymotic Research Ety8 Bluetooth Stereo Wireless In-Ear Earphones

Skitch by plasq


Quicken 2008 Deluxe


Quicken 2008 Deluxe

Yep by Ironic Software

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-at-expo-in-the-macworld-podcast-booth-with-tonya-engst-andy-ihnatko-ted-landau-and-friends/feed/ 0 39:28 In the Macworld.com Podcast Studio, Ted Landau and Chuck Joiner start out alone covering the Macworld Expo keynote and picking some favorite new products, and ... In the Macworld.com Podcast Studio, Ted Landau and Chuck Joiner start out alone covering the Macworld Expo keynote and picking some favorite new products, and are are gang-tackled as Tonya Engst, Andy Ihatko and guests Dori Smith and Tom Negrino join them for a discussion of all things Expo. Ted comments on the MacBook Air from a troubleshooting perspective, Tonya applauds the number of products designed for women, Andy talks about why his backpack glitters and a favorite new tripod, Tom and Dori cover a new calendar-sharing utility and Chuck plugs a set of in-ear earphones (no pun intended). Tonya Engst Andy Ihnatko Ted Landau Chuck Joiner Dori Smith Tom Negrino Links: Photos from the MacVoices' Macworld Expo 2008 Flickr collection Fujitsu ScanSnap S510M Equinux TubeStick OmniFocus from The Omni Group BusySync from BusyMac "Joby Gorillapod Flexible Tripod Elgato Eyetv 250 Digital TV Recorder Spanning Sync Etymotic Research - headphones "Etymotic Research ER6i Isolator Earphones Etymotic Research Ety8 Bluetooth Stereo Wireless In-Ear Earphones Skitch by plasq Quicken 2008 Deluxe Quicken 2008 Deluxe Yep by Ironic Software Apple,TV,,Audio/Music,,Commentary,,Hardware,,Productivity,,Software,,Web,,iPhone Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #775: Ted Landau Takes Control of the iPhone, Comments on Leopard and Speculates on the Future of the Mac mini http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-775-ted-landau-takes-control-of-the-iphone-comments-on-leopard-and-speculates-on-the-future-of-the-mac-mini/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-775-ted-landau-takes-control-of-the-iphone-comments-on-leopard-and-speculates-on-the-future-of-the-mac-mini/#comments Mon, 17 Dec 2007 12:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-775-ted-landau-takes-control-of-the-iphone-comments-on-leopard-and-speculates-on-the-future-of-the-mac-mini/ Ted Landau

Mac troubleshooting expert Ted Landau talks about his new Take Control book, Take Control of Your iPhone, how it is different than other iPhone books and why it doesn’t just focus on troubleshooting. Ted also shares some thoughts on the goods and bads of Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard, explaining why you should pay special attention to security concerns while screen sharing and some limitations in Time Machine. Looking ahead to Macworld Expo, Ted and Chuck speculate on the future of the Mac mini and the Apple TV.


Links:

Cover Iphone
Take Control of Your iPhone

Tutorial: Screen Sharing in Leopard: How it works and how it doesn’t by Ted Landau on MacFixIt

SuperDuper by Shirt Pocket Software


Data Backup 3 By Prosoft Engineering (ProSoft Engineering)

Carbon Copy Cloner by Bombich Software

AppleInsider

ThinkSecret

What Steve Jobs Will Unveil At Macworld on Forbes.com


TiVo Series2 80-Hour Dual-Tuner Digital Video Recorder

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-775-ted-landau-takes-control-of-the-iphone-comments-on-leopard-and-speculates-on-the-future-of-the-mac-mini/feed/ 0 45:19 Mac troubleshooting expert Ted Landau talks about his new Take Control book, Take Control of Your iPhone, how it is different than other iPhone books ... Mac troubleshooting expert Ted Landau talks about his new Take Control book, Take Control of Your iPhone, how it is different than other iPhone books and why it doesn't just focus on troubleshooting. Ted also shares some thoughts on the goods and bads of Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard, explaining why you should pay special attention to security concerns while screen sharing and some limitations in Time Machine. Looking ahead to Macworld Expo, Ted and Chuck speculate on the future of the Mac mini and the Apple TV. Links: Take Control of Your iPhone Tutorial: Screen Sharing in Leopard: How it works and how it doesn't by Ted Landau on MacFixIt SuperDuper by Shirt Pocket Software Data Backup 3 By Prosoft Engineering (ProSoft Engineering) Carbon Copy Cloner by Bombich Software AppleInsider ThinkSecret What Steve Jobs Will Unveil At Macworld on Forbes.com TiVo Series2 80-Hour Dual-Tuner Digital Video Recorder Apple,TV,,Commentary,,Hardware,,Software,,Video,,iPhone Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #764: Christopher Breen on Feeding and Managing Video For Your iPods and iPhone http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-764-christopher-breen-on-feeding-and-managing-video-for-your-ipods-and-iphone/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-764-christopher-breen-on-feeding-and-managing-video-for-your-ipods-and-iphone/#comments Wed, 10 Oct 2007 11:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-764-christopher-breen-on-feeding-and-managing-video-for-your-ipods-and-iphone/ Christopher Breen
Macworld Senior Editor Christopher Breen has more iPods than anyone we know, making him the perfect person to provide wisdom on how to prepare and manage video for all of Apple’s video-capable devices. Whether you’re a new iPod or iPhone owner or have a long history with the devices, you’ll benefit from Chris’ thoughts on how to feed your mobile video habit. He discusses what programs to use to convert DVDs, capture and convert web video, record broadcast and cable television shows and even move content from your TiVo to your iPod. Since all that video (not to mention music) means that your iTunes library will swell to unprecedented proportions, Chris also provides some tips, techniques and strategies for how to store and manage your content using multiple libraries, multiple hard drives, smart playlists and more.


Links:

Handbrake

DivX for Macintosh

MacTheRipper

Visual Hub by Techspansion

Flvr by TastyApps

TubeSock

Toast Titanium 8 by Roxio

Popcorn 3 by Roxio

TiVo Decode Manager

Elgato Systems

Miglia


“The iPhone Pocket Guide” (Christopher Breen)

Macworld Expo

Did everyone have their Crazy Flakes this week? by The Macalope (where he designates Chris as the “Bouffant of Knowledge”)

Chris Breen’s notes: How to create video-only playlists

Smart playlists can really help you get just the programs you want. iTunes tries to help by giving you the option to choose X number of unwatched, most recently downloaded videos, but that’s no good if you want to create a smart playlist, particularly one for a device like an iPhone or iPod touch that has limited storage.

For this kind of device you want a playlist that places the first three unwatched episodes of a particular show on your iPhone and then deletes the watched one only to replace them with later episodes. That kind of playlist looks like:

  • Match All Of The Following Rules
  • Video Kind Is TV Show
  • Show Contains Name Of TV Show
  • Play Count Is 0
  • Season Is 3
  • Turn on the Limit option and set

Limit to 3 Items Selected By Album

Chris Breen’s notes: access your Series 2 TiVo from your web browser and download content from it.

1. Launch Safari and in its preferences enable Bonjour bookmarks.

2. Choose Bonjour bookmarks and your networked TiVos should appear. Select one and a Congrats screen appears.

3. Change HTTP to HTTPS and you’ll be taken to a screen that lists all the programs on your TiVo.

4. Dig through folders until you find the one you want and click Download.

5. You’ll be prompted for your name and password. Tivo is the user name and your Media Access Key is the password.

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-764-christopher-breen-on-feeding-and-managing-video-for-your-ipods-and-iphone/feed/ 2 43:37 Macworld Senior Editor Christopher Breen has more iPods than anyone we know, making him the perfect person to provide wisdom on how to prepare and ... Macworld Senior Editor Christopher Breen has more iPods than anyone we know, making him the perfect person to provide wisdom on how to prepare and manage video for all of Apple's video-capable devices. Whether you're a new iPod or iPhone owner or have a long history with the devices, you'll benefit from Chris' thoughts on how to feed your mobile video habit. He discusses what programs to use to convert DVDs, capture and convert web video, record broadcast and cable television shows and even move content from your TiVo to your iPod. Since all that video (not to mention music) means that your iTunes library will swell to unprecedented proportions, Chris also provides some tips, techniques and strategies for how to store and manage your content using multiple libraries, multiple hard drives, smart playlists and more. Links: Handbrake DivX for Macintosh MacTheRipper Visual Hub by Techspansion Flvr by TastyApps TubeSock Toast Titanium 8 by Roxio Popcorn 3 by Roxio TiVo Decode Manager Elgato Systems Miglia "The iPhone Pocket Guide" (Christopher Breen) Macworld Expo Did everyone have their Crazy Flakes this week? by The Macalope (where he designates Chris as the "Bouffant of Knowledge") Chris Breen's notes: How to create video-only playlists Smart playlists can really help you get just the programs you want. iTunes tries to help by giving you the option to choose X number of unwatched, most recently downloaded videos, but thatrsquo;s no good if you want to create a smart playlist, particularly one for a device like an iPhone or iPod touch that has limited storage. For this kind of device you want a playlist that places the first three unwatched episodes of a particular show on your iPhone and then deletes the watched one only to replace them with later episodes. That kind of playlist looks like: Match All Of The Following RulesVideo Kind Is TV ShowShow Contains Name Of TV ShowPlay Count Is 0Season Is 3Turn on the Limit option and setLimit to 3 Items Selected By Album Chris Breen's notes: access your Series 2 TiVo from your web browser and download content from it. 1. Launch Safari and in its preferences enable Bonjour bookmarks. 2. Choose Bonjour bookmarks and your networked TiVos should appear. Select one and a Congrats screen appears. 3. Change HTTP to HTTPS and yoursquo;ll be taken to a screen that lists all the programs on your TiVo. 4. Dig through folders until you find the one you want and click Download. 5. Yoursquo;ll be prompted for your name and password. Tivo is the user name and your Media Access Key is the password. Apple,TV,,Audio/Music,,Commentary,,Hardware,,Podcasting,,Software,,Video,,iPhone,,iPod Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #738: The Alaskan Adventures of Ted Landau, Changes Wrought by the Internet, Apple TV and More http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-738-the-alaskan-adventures-of-ted-landau-changes-wrought-by-the-internet-apple-tv-and-more/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-738-the-alaskan-adventures-of-ted-landau-changes-wrought-by-the-internet-apple-tv-and-more/#comments Fri, 08 Jun 2007 15:00:38 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-the-adventures-of-ted-landau-changes-wrought-by-the-internet-apple-tv-and-more/ Ted Landau
After accepting our congratulations on being named to The MacTech 25, resident Mac troubleshooting guru Ted Landau updates us with his adventures in Alaska on the most recent MacMania Geek Cruise and why they are something every Mac fan should consider. Ted then dives into a discussion on the changes, large and small, that the Internet has created in almost every aspect of our lives. With a short detour to the web and politics in the 21st century, Ted and host Chuck Joiner also review what makes the Apple TV good now and what could make it great in the future.

Links:

The MacTech 25

Geek Cruises

Ted Landau’s User Friendly View – The Internet: Serial Killer? by Ted Landau


Apple TV

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-738-the-alaskan-adventures-of-ted-landau-changes-wrought-by-the-internet-apple-tv-and-more/feed/ 0 44:14 After accepting our congratulations on being named to The MacTech 25, resident Mac troubleshooting guru Ted Landau updates us with his adventures in Alaska on ... After accepting our congratulations on being named to The MacTech 25, resident Mac troubleshooting guru Ted Landau updates us with his adventures in Alaska on the most recent MacMania Geek Cruise and why they are something every Mac fan should consider. Ted then dives into a discussion on the changes, large and small, that the Internet has created in almost every aspect of our lives. With a short detour to the web and politics in the 21st century, Ted and host Chuck Joiner also review what makes the Apple TV good now and what could make it great in the future. Links: The MacTech 25 Geek Cruises Ted Landau's User Friendly View - The Internet: Serial Killer? by Ted Landau Apple TV Apple,TV,,Commentary,,Video,,Web Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #737: Dennis Sellers on WWDC Predictions, Comcast Voice, New MacBook Pro Laptops and More http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-737-dennis-sellers-on-wwdc-predictions-comcast-voice-new-macbook-pro-laptops-and-more/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-737-dennis-sellers-on-wwdc-predictions-comcast-voice-new-macbook-pro-laptops-and-more/#comments Thu, 07 Jun 2007 11:59:07 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-737-dennis-sellers-on-wwdc-predictions-comcast-voice-new-macbook-pro-laptops-and-more/ Dennis Sellers
MacsimumNews Chief Macsimizer Dennis Sellers is back for a give and take discussion with host Chuck Joiner about his conversion to the Comcast Voice Service (with some positive results that you can hear on the show) and some thoughts on the new MacBook Pro machines. Dennis delivers his WWDC predictions for Leopard, the iPhone, and the Apple TV, takes another look at the iPhone frenzy and debates whether the Beatles are the Holy Grail of digital music.


Links:

Comcast

Worldwide Developers Conference

MacBook Pro

iPhone ads

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-737-dennis-sellers-on-wwdc-predictions-comcast-voice-new-macbook-pro-laptops-and-more/feed/ 0 34:59 MacsimumNews Chief Macsimizer Dennis Sellers is back for a give and take discussion with host Chuck Joiner about his conversion to the Comcast Voice Service ... MacsimumNews Chief Macsimizer Dennis Sellers is back for a give and take discussion with host Chuck Joiner about his conversion to the Comcast Voice Service (with some positive results that you can hear on the show) and some thoughts on the new MacBook Pro machines. Dennis delivers his WWDC predictions for Leopard, the iPhone, and the Apple TV, takes another look at the iPhone frenzy and debates whether the Beatles are the Holy Grail of digital music. Links: Comcast Worldwide Developers Conference MacBook Pro iPhone ads Apple,TV,,Audio/Music,,Video,,iPhone,,iPod Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #724: Dan Frakes on Getting The Best Video from Your Apple TV and iPod http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-724-dan-frakes-on-getting-the-best-video-from-your-apple-tv-and-ipod/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-724-dan-frakes-on-getting-the-best-video-from-your-apple-tv-and-ipod/#comments Thu, 12 Apr 2007 11:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-724-dan-frakes-on-getting-the-best-video-from-your-apple-tv-and-ipod/ Dan Frakes
Dan Frakes of Macworld is back with a follow-up conversation about the hurdles you may face to getting the best possible video from your Apple TV. Dan discusses the impact of source of content, ripping options, Apple TV-television connections and more on the quality of your picture. Dan and Chuck also discuss the issues with processing your audio and video for optimum enjoyment on both the Apple TV and the iPod and some of the cool extras built into the Apple TV. Dan also talks about his latest project, the Macworld Mobile Mac blog.


Links:

Doug’s Scripts

Mobile Mac blog by Dan Frakes

Macworld’s Apple TV page

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-724-dan-frakes-on-getting-the-best-video-from-your-apple-tv-and-ipod/feed/ 1 33:47 Dan Frakes of Macworld is back with a follow-up conversation about the hurdles you may face to getting the best possible video from your Apple ... Dan Frakes of Macworld is back with a follow-up conversation about the hurdles you may face to getting the best possible video from your Apple TV. Dan discusses the impact of source of content, ripping options, Apple TV-television connections and more on the quality of your picture. Dan and Chuck also discuss the issues with processing your audio and video for optimum enjoyment on both the Apple TV and the iPod and some of the cool extras built into the Apple TV. Dan also talks about his latest project, the Macworld Mobile Mac blog. Links: Doug's Scripts Mobile Mac blog by Dan Frakes Macworld's Apple TV page Apple,TV,,Productivity,,Reviews,,Video,,iPod Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #721: Adam Engst on the New 8-Core Mac Pro, the Apple TV and Google Desktop (Part 1) http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-721-adam-engst-on-the-new-8-core-mac-pro-the-apple-tv-and-google-desktop-part-1/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-721-adam-engst-on-the-new-8-core-mac-pro-the-apple-tv-and-google-desktop-part-1/#comments Thu, 05 Apr 2007 10:00:30 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-721-adam-engst-on-the-new-8-core-mac-pro-the-apple-tv-and-google-desktop-part-1/ Adam Engst
In the first of a special two-part MacNotables discussion, Adam Engst of TidBITS and Take Control reveals his interest in the Apple TV and what the future might hold for Apple’s set-top device. Adam then turns his attention to the newly announced 8-Core Mac Pro, discussing what is surprising in the architecture of the new top-of-the-line Macs and what tasks are best suited for all that processing power. Another major announcement was the release of Google Desktop for Mac, and Adam explains why it may fill in the gaps left in Apple’s Spotlight.

Links:

MacNotables #717: Ted Landau Goes In-Depth on the Apple TV

MacNotables #718: Bob LeVitus’ First Impressions of the Apple TV and iPod Accessory Recommendations

MacNotables #720: Dan Frakes Operates on the Apple TV

Google Desktop

History Hound by St. Clair Software

browseback by Smile on my Mac

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-721-adam-engst-on-the-new-8-core-mac-pro-the-apple-tv-and-google-desktop-part-1/feed/ 0 30:08 In the first of a special two-part MacNotables discussion, Adam Engst of TidBITS and Take Control reveals his interest in the Apple TV and what ... In the first of a special two-part MacNotables discussion, Adam Engst of TidBITS and Take Control reveals his interest in the Apple TV and what the future might hold for Apple's set-top device. Adam then turns his attention to the newly announced 8-Core Mac Pro, discussing what is surprising in the architecture of the new top-of-the-line Macs and what tasks are best suited for all that processing power. Another major announcement was the release of Google Desktop for Mac, and Adam explains why it may fill in the gaps left in Apple's Spotlight. Links: MacNotables #717: Ted Landau Goes In-Depth on the Apple TV MacNotables #718: Bob LeVitusrsquo; First Impressions of the Apple TV and iPod Accessory Recommendations MacNotables #720: Dan Frakes Operates on the Apple TV Google Desktop History Hound by St. Clair Software browseback by Smile on my Mac Apple,TV,,Commentary,,Hardware Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #720: Dan Frakes Operates on the Apple TV http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-720-dan-frakes-operates-on-the-apple-tv/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-720-dan-frakes-operates-on-the-apple-tv/#comments Mon, 02 Apr 2007 11:00:40 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-720-dan-frakes-operates-on-the-apple-tv/ Dan Frakes
Dan Frakes has been designated the MacNotables Surgeon. His credentials? He started taking apart his new Apple TV right out of the box. Dan discusses the procedures he’s used (so far) and the internal anatomy of the unit. Dan discusses what you need to know about upgrading the Apple TV’s hard drive if you choose to follow in his footsteps, and what the USB port is good for. Plenty of folks have been doing hacking the Apple TV and Dan reports on the results both practical (such as support for more video formats) and the ones done just because they can be. (Why else would you want to run a web server from an Apple TV?). Think all this voids the Apple warranty? Dan talks about why that may not be the case, if you’re very careful.

Links:


Apple TV

Upgrading Apple TV’s hard drive by Dan Frakes

Hacking Apple TV by Dan Frakes

SuperDuper

AnandTech

Get your Apple TV upgraded professionally on MacUser

RoughlyDrafted.com

Something Awful

AwkwardTV

Perian plug-ins

Flip4Mac plug-ins

Displaying presentations via Apple TV by Dan Frakes

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-720-dan-frakes-operates-on-the-apple-tv/feed/ 0 39:25 Dan Frakes has been designated the MacNotables Surgeon. His credentials? He started taking apart his new Apple TV right out of the box. Dan discusses ... Dan Frakes has been designated the MacNotables Surgeon. His credentials? He started taking apart his new Apple TV right out of the box. Dan discusses the procedures he's used (so far) and the internal anatomy of the unit. Dan discusses what you need to know about upgrading the Apple TV's hard drive if you choose to follow in his footsteps, and what the USB port is good for. Plenty of folks have been doing hacking the Apple TV and Dan reports on the results both practical (such as support for more video formats) and the ones done just because they can be. (Why else would you want to run a web server from an Apple TV?). Think all this voids the Apple warranty? Dan talks about why that may not be the case, if you're very careful. Links: Apple TV Upgrading Apple TV's hard drive by Dan Frakes Hacking Apple TV by Dan Frakes SuperDuper AnandTech Get your Apple TV upgraded professionally on MacUser RoughlyDrafted.com Something Awful AwkwardTV Perian plug-ins Flip4Mac plug-ins Displaying presentations via Apple TV by Dan Frakes Apple,TV,,Commentary,,Hardware,,Video Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #718: Bob LeVitus’ First Impressions of the Apple TV and iPod Accessory Recommendations http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-718bob-levitus-first-impressions-of-the-apple-tv-and-ipod-accessory-recommendations/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-718bob-levitus-first-impressions-of-the-apple-tv-and-ipod-accessory-recommendations/#comments Fri, 30 Mar 2007 11:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-718bob-levitus-first-impressions-of-the-apple-tv-and-ipod-accessory-recommendations/ Bob LeVitus

Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus just got his Apple TV and loves it. Bob talks about his out of box experience, the ease of set-up, and delivers some tips on getting up to speed quickly. Bob also talks about the picture quality of the Apple TV and what he used to test it the very first day. Then, Bob and Chuck discuss the benefits of owning more than one (or two) iPods and trade some recommendations for favorite products and options to protect your iPod investment.


Links:


Apple TV

AirPort Extreme Base Station

HandBrake / MediaFork

ADS Video Switcher

“Xtrememac 2M Component Video Cable XHD-2MCOM-02″ (Xtrememac)

“Xtrememac 2M HDMI to HDMI CABLE XHD-2MHH-00″ (Xtrememac)

NuPower Video+

Review – NuPower Video+ on The iPod Observer

Ipodtraveldock
USB Travel Dock for 2G shuffle


Apple 1 GB iPod Shuffle Blue (2nd Generation)


Apple 8 GB iPod Nano Black (2nd Generation)


Apple 80 GB iPod video Black (5.5 Generation)

Nike+ iPod

Dr. Bott

iMainGo

Review – iMainGo on The iPod Observer

InvisibleSHIELD

Review – invisibleSHIELD on The iPod Observer

ClearCal by RadTech

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-718bob-levitus-first-impressions-of-the-apple-tv-and-ipod-accessory-recommendations/feed/ 0 34:36 Bob "Dr. Mac" LeVitus just got his Apple TV and loves it. Bob talks about his out of box experience, the ease of set-up, and ... Bob "Dr. Mac" LeVitus just got his Apple TV and loves it. Bob talks about his out of box experience, the ease of set-up, and delivers some tips on getting up to speed quickly. Bob also talks about the picture quality of the Apple TV and what he used to test it the very first day. Then, Bob and Chuck discuss the benefits of owning more than one (or two) iPods and trade some recommendations for favorite products and options to protect your iPod investment. Links: Apple TV AirPort Extreme Base Station HandBrake / MediaFork ADS Video Switcher "Xtrememac 2M Component Video Cable XHD-2MCOM-02" (Xtrememac) "Xtrememac 2M HDMI to HDMI CABLE XHD-2MHH-00" (Xtrememac) NuPower Video+ Review - NuPower Video+ on The iPod Observer USB Travel Dock for 2G shuffle Apple 1 GB iPod Shuffle Blue (2nd Generation) Apple 8 GB iPod Nano Black (2nd Generation) Apple 80 GB iPod video Black (5.5 Generation) Nike+ iPod Dr. Bott iMainGo Review - iMainGo on The iPod Observer InvisibleSHIELD Review - invisibleSHIELD on The iPod Observer ClearCal by RadTech Apple,TV,,Audio/Music,,Hardware,,Video Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #717: Ted Landau Goes In-Depth on the Apple TV http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-717-ted-landau-goes-in-depth-on-the-apple-tv/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-717-ted-landau-goes-in-depth-on-the-apple-tv/#comments Thu, 29 Mar 2007 04:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-717-ted-landau-goes-in-depth-on-the-apple-tv/ Ted Landau
Mac troubleshooting expert Ted Landau has spent some quality time working with the new Apple TV and gets in-depth on the issues of wireless network speed impact on video performance and the initial set-up, whether you really need a widescreen television, and the similarities to an iPod from a content organization standpoint. Ted talks about the video file formats supported by the Apple TV and their impact on picture quality, the ways that people are already hacking the Apple TV, what the USB port is good for and how the Mac mini compares to it as a home theater option. Ted also goes beyond the video, commenting on the music and photo capabilities of the device. Thinking of buying an Apple TV? This is the interview you want to hear.

Links:

mac.column.ted: An Alternative FAQ for Apple TV by Ted Landau on MacFixIt

Apple TV: Apple Scores Again by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer


Apple TV

AirPort Extreme Base Station


Apple Mac mini(1.66 GHz Intel Core Duo

Elgato Eyetv 250 Digital TV Recorder for Mac

Apple TV Support

MacFixIt

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-717-ted-landau-goes-in-depth-on-the-apple-tv/feed/ 0 49:38 Mac troubleshooting expert Ted Landau has spent some quality time working with the new Apple TV and gets in-depth on the issues of wireless network ... Mac troubleshooting expert Ted Landau has spent some quality time working with the new Apple TV and gets in-depth on the issues of wireless network speed impact on video performance and the initial set-up, whether you really need a widescreen television, and the similarities to an iPod from a content organization standpoint. Ted talks about the video file formats supported by the Apple TV and their impact on picture quality, the ways that people are already hacking the Apple TV, what the USB port is good for and how the Mac mini compares to it as a home theater option. Ted also goes beyond the video, commenting on the music and photo capabilities of the device. Thinking of buying an Apple TV? This is the interview you want to hear. Links: mac.column.ted: An Alternative FAQ for Apple TV by Ted Landau on MacFixIt Apple TV: Apple Scores Again by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer Apple TV AirPort Extreme Base Station Apple Mac mini(1.66 GHz Intel Core Duo Elgato Eyetv 250 Digital TV Recorder for Mac Apple TV Support MacFixIt Apple,TV,,Audio/Music,,Graphics/Photos,,Hardware,,Reviews,,Video Chuck Joiner no No