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Steve Jobs’ WWDC Keynote (video)

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MacNotables #1018: Jason Snell on Google TV vs. Apple TV, Why TV is Difficult, The iPad as TV, The Flash Debate and More

Chuck — Fri, 21 May 2010 15:00:00 +0000

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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Apple TV with 160GB Hard Drive

Jason Snell on Twitter

Google TV

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

Zinio Magazine Newsstand App

MacNotables #1015: Jim Dalrymple Reviews One Million iPads, WWDC, His Review Philosophy and Anti-Trust Action Against Apple

Chuck — Fri, 07 May 2010 15:10:00 +0000

Jim Dalrymple of The Loop provides his analysis on the impact of 1 million iPads sold and its impact on his way of doing things personal and professional. Jim also examines the issues (or are they?) around Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), how he fearlessly approaches product reviews, and all the questions surrounding the Flash/no-Flash debate from both the user and the anti-trust perspectives.

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Chorus review app????

Memo Connect

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Twitterrific for iPad in the iTunes Store

Need for Speed Shift for iPad in the iTunes Store

Real Racing for iPad in the iTunes Store

Call of Duty: World at War: Zombies for iPad in the iTunes Store

Scrabble for the iPad in the iTunes Store

WSJ – Wall Street Journal for the iPad in the iTunes Store

New York Times Editors Choice for the iPad in the iTunes Store

MacNotables #1014: Ted Landau On Airport Networks, WWDC, Flash, Palm, the iPad 3G, Jailbreaking and More

Chuck — Wed, 05 May 2010 15:00:00 +0000

Mac expert Ted Landau and host Chuck Joiner catch up on a wide variety of tech stories and happenings in a broad discussion of the Apple universe. From Ted’s sophisticated Airport network arrangement and an analysis of Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) to the battle between Apple and Adobe over Flash and the fall of Palm, the two cover a lot of ground in this edition. Apple’s dominance in so many personal technology categories, the iPad 3G, the latest in jailbreaking and more are all examined.

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Links:

Spirit jailbreak application

Apple Announces WWDC Dates: June 7 – 11 by Jeff Gamet on The Mac Observer

News: Apple Facing Possible Government Probe Over iPhone Developer Restrictions by Jeff Gamet on The Mac Observer

News: HP Buying Palm for $1.2 Billion by Jeff Gamet on The Mac Observer

Ted Landau’s User Friendly Blog: It’s Time to Get an HD Radio by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer

News: iPad Jailbreak Hits the Web by Jeff Gamet on The Mac Observer

Review: iPad Wi-Fi + 3G by Dan Moren on Macworld

MacNotables #1013: Jim Dalrymple on the iPad as a Musician’s Tool, The Wall Street Journal Pricing Model, the Microsoft Kin and More

Chuck — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 15:00:00 +0000

Jim Dalrymple of The Loop is back to update us on the status of his album project before discuss a wide variety of Mac news stories. Jim provides his thoughts on Avid’s discontinuance of the Digidesign brand, the iPad as a musician’s device, and Apple’s requirement of native coding for the iPad. Jim also talks about one of the worst iPad apps, along with some of his favorites, the Wall Street Journal iPad app pricing model, Apple’s iPad feature set choices, the Microsoft Kin, and what appears the be the end of Palm.

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Dalrymple’s Beard on Twitter

Jim Dalrymple on Twitter

The Loop on Twitter

Jim Dalrymple Fans on FaceBook

MacVoicesTV #906: Macworld Expo: Adam Engst and Jim Dalrymple Unleash on Keynote Announcements in the PodLoft

Gruber on why Apple changed the iPhone Developer Program License Agreement by Jim Dalrymple on The Loop

Ultimate in the iTunes Store

Scrabble for the iPad in the iTunes Store

Real Racing for iPad in the iTunes Store

Pages for the iPad in the iTunes Store

Keynote for the iPad in the iTunes Store

Numbers for the iPad in the iTunes Store

WSJ – Wall Street Journal for the iPad in the iTunes Store

MacNotables #1012: Ted Landau Discusses His iPad Experiences (So Far)

Chuck — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 16:30:00 +0000

Mac and iPhone expert Ted Landau is well on his way to becoming an iPad expert, delivering a series of articles on his blog on The Mac Observer. In this wide-ranging conversation, Ted discusses why Apple will release iPhone 4.0 so soon after the iPad launch, his thoughts on pre-iPad-launch curmudgeonliness, the iPad “want vs. need” scenario, the iPad vs. netbook debate, iPad app prices, jailbreaking the iPad, and more. Ted also names some favorite iPad apps (of course) and wraps up by helping the hold-outs decide whether they should buy an iPad.

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Links:

The Deep Pinball on the iTunes Store

Ted Landau’s User Friendly Blog: Which Keyboard for the iPad? on The Mac Observer

Ted Landau’s User Friendly View: File Sharing with an iPad: Ugh! on The Mac Observer

Ted Landau’s User Friendly View: The Present and Future of the iPad on The Mac Observer

Ted Landau’s User Friendly Blog: How to Know If You Should Buy an iPad on The Mac Observer

Pandora Radio for iPad on the iTunes Store

ABC Player in the iTunes Store

Scrabble for the iPad in the iTunes Store

Magic Piano for the iPad in the iTunes Store

Fieldrunners for the iPad in the iTunes Store

WeatherBug Elite for iPad in the iTunes Store

NetFlix for iPad in the iTunes Store

New York Times Editors Choice for the iPad in the iTunes Store

USA Today for iPad in the iTunes Store

Pages for the iPad in the iTunes Store

Keynote for the iPad in the iTunes Store

Numbers for the iPad in the iTunes Store

Reuters News Pro for the iPad in the iTunes Store

Pandora Radio for iPad on the iTunes Store

Clear Cal for iPad from RadTech

MacNotables #1011: Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus Delivers A Hands-On First Look at the iPad

Chuck — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 01:00:00 +0000

Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus is one of the privileged very few who received an iPad for early review, and provides his thoughts on the hottest Apple product to appear in a long time. Bob discusses what made the biggest impression on him out of the box, what he’s already discovered about casual usability, and his positive experiences with the iPad’s on-screen keyboard. What came with his iPad, and what didn’t, his app experiences, games, books…even the quality of Apple’s iPad case are all covered in the first look at a production iPad.

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Bob LeVitus Consulting

Dr. Mac: Apple’s iPad is better than expected by Bob LeVitus on The Houston Chronicle

Incredible iPhone Apps For Dummies by Bob LeVitus

iTeleport (formerly Jaadu)

MacNotables #1010: Ted Landau on Apple Device Tethering, Google Voice vs. Visual Voicemail, and Augmented Reality Apps

Chuck — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:30:00 +0000

Like most of us, Mac expert Ted Landau is looking forward to ordering an iPad, but in the meantime, has been looking at the questions of what configuration to order, especially when it comes to connectivity. Ted discusses the issues surrounding tethering of your Apple devices (and AT&T data plans), why the options are what they are, and what may make sense for you. Ted also discusses his experiences in comparing Google Voice with the iPhone’s Visual Voicemail, and why the latter works better for him, the uses, now and in the future of augmented reality apps, and some of the effects of a maturing iPhone platform.

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Links:

MacLevelTen, The Mac Media Group

Daemon by Daniel Suarez

Ted Landau’s User Friendly View: iPhone Internet Tethering and the iPad by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer

MacNotables #1008: Ted Landau’s Evaluation of The iPad

Chuck — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 14:30:00 +0000

Mac expert Ted Landau has been sorting through all the information on the iPad launch, and evaluates what he’s learned. Ted discusses the very smart things Apple included in the feature and software set, examines what wasn’t included and some things we can expect to see in the near future. The iPad is not a tablet Mac; Ted discusses why this is a good thing, why you really don’t want videoconferencing on an iPad, even if you think you do, and examines the ebook aspects of the device. Which iPad to buy? Find out what he recommends (it may surprise you) and why, if it will replace or supplement your current Apple devices, and learn how you might be able to (eventually) own a Ted Landau-autographed iPad. Ted also reveals why he’s looking forward to next week’s Macworld 2010.

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Links:

MacLevelTen, The Mac Media Group

MacNotables #1006: Adam and Tonya Engst and Andy Ihnatko Review the Amazon/Macmillan Skirmish and Discuss the iPad (Part 1)

The iPad’s Brave New World by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer

iPad Asks: Can I Squeeze In Here? by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer

The iPad: An Inside-the-Park Home Run by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer

MacNotables #1007: Adam and Tonya Engst and Andy Ihnatko Examine the iPad In Depth (Part 2)

MacNotables #1007: Adam and Tonya Engst and Andy Ihnatko Examine the iPad In Depth

Chuck — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 15:29:41 +0000

In the second of a two-part discussion with Adam Engst, Tonya Engst and Andy Ihnatko, the panel cover how the Kindle has helped the publishing industry, and why the iPad may represent an opportunity to fix the mistakes of the past. The compelling price points of the iPad, to 3G or not to 3G, how the AT&T connectivity plan stacks up against the MiFi, and who the iPad is appropriate for are all put under the microscope. The panel also discusses their Macworld 2010 sessions and activities. Find out who will be wearing the purple sneakers in San Francisco.

Adam
Engst

Tonya
Engst

Andy
Ihnatko

Chuck
Joiner

MacNotables #1006: Adam and Tonya Engst and Andy Ihnatko Review the Amazon/Macmillan Skirmish and Discuss the iPad (Part 1)

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Links:

Tonya Engst on Twitter

Andy Ihnatko’s column at The Chicago Sun-Times

Take Control books

DropBox

He Wants To Kill Your Newspaper: An Interview With Webcomics Magnate Scott Kurtz – Andy Ihnatko’s session at Macworld 2010

The Year with No Media – Andy Ihnatko’s session at Macworld 2010

Email Client Showdown – Adam Engst’s session at Macworld 2010

Photo Tour of Apple’s iPad Introduction by Jeff Carlson and Glenn Fleishman on TidBITS

Netter’s Dinner at Macworld 2010

MacNotables #1006: Adam and Tonya Engst and Andy Ihnatko Review the Amazon/Macmillan Skirmish and Discuss the iPad

Chuck — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 16:00:00 +0000

In the first of a two-part conversation with Adam Engst, Tonya Engst and Andy Ihnatko, the panel examines the short-lived battle between Macmillan Publishing and Amazon. Who won, who lost and the obvious, “what were they thinking???” are all discussed. Find out why the battle was fought and what it may mean for the future of the ebook market. The panel then turns their attention to Apple’s impending iPad and how it figures into the ebook market, what it is likely to do right, and some of the questions that still remain.

Adam
Engst

Tonya
Engst

Andy
Ihnatko

Chuck
Joiner

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Links:

Tonya Engst on Twitter

Andy Ihnatko’s column at The Chicago Sun-Times

Take Control books

Blue Microphones Yeti USB Microphone

Amazon and Macmillan fence over e-book pricing by Dan Moren on Macworld

News: Macmillan Pushes Amazon into Higher Ebook Prices by Jeff Gamet on Macworld

MacNotables #1004: Ted Landau Wraps Up CES, Talks 3D TV, and Protecting Your Hearing on a Plane

Chuck — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 17:00:00 +0000

Ted Landau is back from the Consumer Electronics Show and gives us his take on the (lack of) Mac presence and whether he will go back next year. Ted contrasts CES with the upcoming Macworld 2010, talks about some of the more interesting products, and names the two products he found most worth following up on. He also stepped foot into the companion Adult Entertainment Expo, purely for journalistic reasons, to interview one of the geekier stars and preview an upcoming iPhone app. Unfortunately, Ted came back from the trip wounded. He talks about what happened and provides some advice on how you can avoid the same problem, especially if you like to listen to the airline-provided entertainment while flying.

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CES Highlights: From iLounge Pavilion to 3D Televisions by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer

TedMac – Ted Landau’s blog

The One Where I Interview a Porn Star by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer

Leaving Las Vegas: Reflections on CES…and Apple by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer

My Adventures in Las Vegas: CES and Beyond by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer

MacVoices #906: Macworld Expo – Etymotic’s Mead Killion Discusses Earphone Performance

MacVoices #830: MacVoices at Expo – Mead Killian of Etymotic Discusses Their Many Earphone Options

MacVoicesTV #1002: Jeff Gamet On His Trip to CES, Steve Balmer’s Keynote and Products That Aren’t

MacVoices Group Update – January 12, 2010

Chuck — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 14:40:35 +0000

In this MacVoices Group update:

New web site design

The new MacVoices iPhone App

MacVoices t-shirts and sweatshirts

MacVoices Group on the Macworld 2010 community

MacNotables #1002: Dennis Sellers on Apple Device Information, Streaming Video Options and CES Trends

Chuck — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 15:30:00 +0000

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!

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MacNotables #954: Ted Landau Talks about Plane WiFi, TiVo Control from the iPhone, and the Big Picture on Connectivity and Media

Chuck — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 16:00:00 +0000

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.

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Links:

MacLevelTen, The Mac Media Group

EyeTV iPhone app in the iTunes Store

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

TiVo Web App

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

MacNotables #951: Ted Landau on the Future of the Mac Pro, Holiday Product Picks and More

Chuck — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 15:00:03 +0000

A recent article by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer lit a fire of discussion on Twitter and elsewhere about the future of the Mac Pro…and whether it has a future. Ted discusses the article, his reasoning, and why some of the reader responses caused him to re-consider his position. Equally important is the issue of how the reaction was communicated, both in the TMO forums as well as on Twitter, how the denizens of each conduct themselves, and why Twitter isn’t well suited to debate such things with a 140-character limit. Ted also discusses the latest iPhone worm and why you don’t have to worry, the Target Display Mode in the latest iMac that would have kept him from buying a Mac Pro,and also offers some of the products he would be looking at as you venture out (or in) on the biggest holiday shopping weekend of the year.

Links:

MacLevelTen, The Mac Media Group

Apple iMac/A 27-Inch Desktop

Mac Pro: R.I.P. by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer

Mac Pro: R.I.P.?: Readers Respond by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer

MacNotables #950: Dan Frakes On Getting The Most Out of the Mac mini, and Why Apple Is Sometimes Right

MacVoices #9118: Paul Kafasis Talks About Why Rogue Amoeba Is Discontinuing Their iPhone App Development

Canon PIXMA MP990 Wireless Inkjet Photo All-In-One Printer

Apple AirPort Extreme Base Station (Simultaneous Dual-Band)

Apple Magic Mouse

LG BD 390 Network Blu-ray Disc Player

Breville The Smart Oven 1800-Watt Convection Toaster Oven with Element IQ

MacJury #917: The MacJury Deliberates Holiday Gift Picks (Session 1)

MacJury #918: The MacJury Deliberates Holiday Gift Picks (Session 2)

The Deal Brothers

dealmac

MacNotables #950: Dan Frakes On Getting The Most Out of the Mac mini, and Why Apple Is Sometimes Right

Chuck — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:00:00 +0000

Macworld Senior Editor Dan Frakes recently upgraded his Mac mini in six minutes…or did he? Dan takes us behind the scenes of his upgrade project to talk about why accomplishing the task isn’t as bad as it looks, but why you might want to buy the Mac mini with the RAM already installed. Dan also discusses a superior option to a Mac mini hard drive upgrade, how the mini has evolved into a very viable option for most Mac users, and why there may no longer be a need for the “mythical Mac mini-tower.” Dan and host Chuck Joiner also offer some thoughts on Apple’s vision, and why they are sometimes right.

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Links:

MacLevelTen, The Mac Media Group

Dan Frakes on Twitter

Upgrade the Mac mini in six minutes by Dan Frakes on Macworld

MacNotables #947: Ted Landau Delivers More on iPhone Jailbreaking and Apple Hardware for the Holidays

Chuck — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:30:00 +0000

iPhone expert Ted Landau tackles, yet again, the subject of jailbreaking your iPhone. Why again? Because the situation keeps changing. Ted explains why you may or may not be able to jailbreak your iPhone 3GS, especially if you just bought it, two apps that Ted especially likes that require jailbreaking, and just how much risk is involved in the process…at the moment. Ted talks about Apple’s holiday line-up of hardware, iMac screen sizes, and why he still wants a mini-tower.

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Links:

MacLevelTen , The Mac Media Group

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

Ted Landau’s User Friendly Blog – iPhone Jailbreaking: The Landscape Shifts Again by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer

Ted Landau’s User Friendly View – An iPhone Killer App May Be Left to Die by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer

ScreenSplitr

DemoGod

Cydia

MacNotables #942: Dennis Sellers Reviews SuperSync and Explains Why You’re Not As Connected As You Think

Chuck — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:00:37 +0000

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.

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Links:

MacLevelTen

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

MacNotables #941: Ted Landau on iPod nano Video, Ringtones, the iPhone Closed Platform and More

Chuck — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 20:31:57 +0000

Ted Landau and host Chuck Joiner start out by debating the burning question, “Is a video camera a compelling addition to the iPod nano,” covering uses both serious and frivilous. Then the new ringtone options take center stage for a discussion of the inconsistencies and challenges over the way this all works in iTunes 9. If you’re a ringtone fan, you need to hear about Ted’s adventures with what works and what doesn’t. Ted tells a story about “old” iPod options, covers the video camera you already have (but might not think about), compares the iPhone vs. the Mac as open platforms, and clarifies that his last column at MacFixIt was not his obituary.

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Links:

Take Control of Your iPhone

MacLevelTen

Ted Landau’s User Friendly Blog: Apple Adds Confusion to Ringtone Purchases by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer

mac.column.ted: The Demise of Troubleshooters? by Ted Landau on MacFixIt (Ted’s last column for MacFixIt)

MacNotables #930: Jim Dalrymple on One Year of iPhone Apps, an iPhone App Business and Hot iPhones

Chuck — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 11:20:00 +0000

Jim Dalrymple talks about how far the iPhone App Store has come, and how far they have to go, on its first birthday. Apple has done lots of things right, but has also backed itself into a corner on app approval. Jim explains how it happened and the questions that need to be answered for the future. An iPhone app that is the basis for a brick-and-mortar business, the reporting on overheating (or not) iPhones, and a Bento success story, and the rapid evolution of his web site are also part of a feisty conversation with the creator of The Loop.

Links:

Jim Dalrymple Fans on FaceBook

Jim Dalrymple on Twitter

The Loop on Twitter

Apple celebrates App Store’s first birthday by Jim Dalrymple on The Loop

MacNotables #627: Jim Dalrymple: Rock and Roll Guitar God? (Jim discusses his Blackberry preferences at the time)

Developer turns iPhone app into a brick and mortar business by Jim Dalrymple on The Loop

Apple’s heat warning, not really a warning by Jim Dalrymple on The Loop

FileMaker: Bento Template Exchange takes off by Jim Dalrymple on The Loop

MacNotables #929: Dennis Sellers on Steve Job’s Return, the Vizio Sound Bar and Changes at Macsimum News

Chuck — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 15:15:00 +0000

Dennis Sellers delivers a balanced perspective on Steve Job’s return to work, medical disclosure and SEC regulations, reviews the Vizio Sound Bar for those who want surround sound without the wires and talks about the new face…er…voice of the Macsimum Podcast.

Links:

Vizio Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer

Macsimum reviews: sounding off on the Vizio Sound Bar by Dennis Sellers on Macsimum News

Macsimum Podcast in the iTunes Store

Frank Petrie’s Video Sandbox podcast in the iTunes Store

MacNotables #928: Ted Landau Talks iPhone Not Deleted Mail and Spotlight, AT&T’s Policies, Tethering and More

Chuck — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 15:15:00 +0000

iPhone enthusiast Ted Landau has been busy evaluating the new iPhone 3GS as part of updating his book, Take Control of Your iPhone, and shares some thoughts on Voice Control and what has to happen before it will work with your Bluetooth headset, what he wants for his Home screen, and his experiences with the new camera and video functions. Ted also reveals why your Mail messages may not have been deleted even if you think they were, and how to find out using Spotlight, and won’t let AT&T off the hook on tethering function and costs, text message costs and data transfer options.

MacNotables is sponsored by SmileOnMyMac.

Links:

Public Radio Tuner – NEW! by Public Radio Exchange in the iTunes Store

Take Control of Your iPhone by Ted Landau

Ted Landau’s User Friendly Blog: iPhone OS 3.0 and 3GS: So Close…Now Even Closer on The Mac Observer

Ted Landau’s User Friendly Blog: iPhone OS 3.0: Spotlight, Voice Memos, Notes on The Mac Observer

Bugs & Fixes: iPhone 3GS signal strength oddities by Ted Landau on Macworld

Bugs & Fixes: iPhones that are too hot to handle by Ted Landau on Macworld

MacNotables #926: Bob LeVitus Delivers A-List Opinions on the iPhone 3GS

Chuck — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 16:15:47 +0000

Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus talks about how his adventures with the new iPhone 3GS required some expedited work on his iPhone For Dummies book. In a broad-ranging look at the new device, Bob comments on the camera and video capabilities, what is good and what is missing in Voice Control, and reveals how you can have more than 180 apps on your iPhone. Bob also discusses Apple’s hesitancy to include features that aren’t up to their standards, delivers some bluetooth headphone recommendations, and discusses the brilliance of the $99 iPhone.

Links:

MacVoices #981: Andrew Stone of Stone Design on The Power of Twittelator Pro and More

Bob LeVitus Consulting

iPhone For Dummies by Bob LeVitus

Bob’s video tweet

Twittelator Pro

Flip UltraHD Camcorder

Funny Money

ReQall on the iTunes Store

Jott by Jott Networks on the iTunes Store

Chickenfoot

Fastball

Cardo S-2 Bluetooth Stereo MP3 Headphones S2 Mobile Cell Phone Headset

iSkin Cerulean F1 Stereo Bluetooth Headset

MacNotables #922: Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner Discuss WWDC Announcements with the Cowtown Mac User Group (Part 3)

Chuck — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 19:00:00 +0000

In a video chat with the Cowtown Mac User Group at their June meeting, Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner examine the announcements from Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). The discussion concludes with a WWDC keynote Keynote question, Apple’s advertising campaigns, Take Control books, Mac User Groups and a showing of Mac rarities from Adam’s desk.

Adam Engst	Chuck Joiner

MacNotables #920: Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner Discuss WWDC Announcements with the Cowtown Mac User Group (Part 1)

MacNotables #920: Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner Discuss WWDC Announcements with the Cowtown Mac User Group (Part 2)

MacNotables #920: Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner Discuss WWDC Announcements with the Cowtown Mac User Group (Part 3)

Links:

Take Control Books

Take Control of Maintaining Your Mac by Joe Kissell

Take Control of Troubleshooting Your Mac by Joe Kissell

Take Control of the Mac Command Line with Terminal by Joe Kissell

MacNotables #915: From His Mid-Atlantic MUG Tour, Bob LeVitus Discusses “The State of the iPhone”

Chuck — Thu, 14 May 2009 16:14:42 +0000

We catch up with Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus in the middle of his annual Mid-Atlantic MUG Tour to talk in person about what he’s showing off this year, how Apple has managed the development of the iPhone market and more. Bob comments on the app approval process, the need for guidelines for developers, and what constitutes “appropriate” pricing for iPhone apps.

Links:

Tiger Woods PGA Tour Golf

Bob LeVitus Consulting

iPhone For Dummies by Bob LeVitus

Bob LeVitus Kicks Off Mid-Atlantic MUG Tour This Week on The MUG Center

Pull My Finger in the iTunes Store

Nine Inch Nails Access in the iTunes Store

OmniFocus from The Omni Group in the iTunes Store

SlingPlayer Mobile in the iTunes Store

Watchmen: Justice is Coming in the iTUnes Store

Watchmen: Justice is Coming review by Bob LeVitus on The iPod Observer

Links from Bob’s “State of the iPhone” presentation

The Mac Observer Apple Death Knell Counter

Macintosh: The Power to Crush The Other Kids (video)

Griffin SmartTalk Headphone Adapter with Control and Mic for iPhone

Apple In-ear Headphones with Remote & Mic

invisibleSHIELD for the Apple iPhone 3G

Zag Z.buds

V-Moda Vibe Duo Earbuds / Headset (iPhone Compatible)

Matias MiniRizer

SendStation Dock Extender

Altec Lansing iM-237 Orbit Ultraportable Speake

Scosche Showtime A/V Cable

Tekkeon myPower for iPhone

Kensington Mini Battery Extender and Charger for iPod; iPhone 1G, 3G

RichardSolo 1800 for iPhone – External battery pack + power adapter
Mophie Juice Pack

Mophie Juice Pack – Case and Rechargeable Battery for iPhone

Incase Power Slider for iPhone

FastMaciV external battery

iPhone 3.0 Preview

9 Toolbox

Mac Geek Gab

Instapaper (free version)

Pandora Radio

Pandora

Wolfgang’s Concert Vault on iPhone

Wolfgang’s Vault

Shazam

midomi ultra

Simplify Music (original)

Simplify Music 2

iPig 2.1 Stereo iPod Docking Station with 5 Speakers

Comic Touch

OldBooth

Bob’s review of OldBooth on The iPod Observer

Bento for the iPhone

Bento 2 for the Mac

Bob’s review of Bento 2 for the iPhone on The iPod Observer

reQall web site

Tiger Woods PGA Tour Golf

Apple Introduces Revolutionary New Laptop With No Keyboard on The Onion

Apple Commercials

MacNotables #914: Christopher Breen on the Mac mini as Media Center, Mozy Online Backup and Stupid Forum Posters

Chuck — Wed, 13 May 2009 15:05:00 +0000

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:

Christopher Breen on Twitter

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

MacNotables #910: Adam Engst Discusses Apple’s Quarterly Earnings, Netbooks and Why Apple’s Products Are A “Necessity”

Chuck — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 12:00:00 +0000

Adam Engst discusses Apple’s once-again favorable quarterly results, how they happened, and how Carl Sagan figures in the conversation. (Hint: “billions and billions”) Along the way, Adam and Chuck discuss the relevance of netbooks, the Apple Stores, and how Apple products just may have moved from being a luxury to a necessity.

MacNotables is sponsored by SmileOnMyMac.

Links:

Take Control Books

Apple Posts $1.21 Billion Profit for Q2-09 by Jeff Carlson on TidBITS

Why Snow Leopard Should Be (Almost) Free by Adam Engst on TidBITS

MacNotables #902: The MacNotables Fill the Macworld PodLoft with Opinions, Observations and Show Picks

Chuck — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 15:00:44 +0000

Taped live in the PodLoft at Macworld Expo, the panel of Bryan Chaffin, Tonya Engst, Andy Ihnatko and Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus join Chuck Joiner to discuss this year’s show, what might happen at next year’s show and what it has to do with the Great London Fire, deliver some show picks, and comment on the nomination of Andy for NASA Administrator.

Bryan
Chaffin

Tonya
Engst

Andy
Ihnatko

Bob
LeVitus

Chuck
Joiner

The video version of this session is available as MacVoicesTV #917.
Links:

MacVoices at Macworld Expo 2009 Photo Set on Flickr

Bryan Chaffin on Twitter

Tonya Engst on Twitter

Altec Lansing iM-237 Orbit Ultraportable Speaker

The Next NASA Administrator – vote for Andy!

Ocarina by Smule

iLife ‘09 including iMovie ‘09

BoinxTV by Boinx Software

IntelliScanner mini

Microvision projector

Windows Training

iFrogz

Brenthaven

Dr. Bott

Things by Cultured Code

Fluid Mask 3 by Vertus Tech
EverNote

MacNotables #842: Andy Ihnatko Picks Pocket Video Cameras and Talks Upgrading Your Video Editing

Chuck — Fri, 28 Nov 2008 11:00:00 +0000

In the market for a video camera? Andy Ihnatko has been testing out a variety of options at all price points, and talks about his picks for best performers in both the standard and compact categories. Andy reviews his experiences with pocket cameras from Flip, Kodak and Aiptek, explains why the day of the consumer tape camera is over, and how the barriers associated with tapeless cameras have come down, especially when it comes to iMovie. You can get into the high-definition video game for under $200, but what about editing? Andy talks about iMovie ‘08 and the transition, when you’re ready, to Final Cut Express. If you’re heading out to Macworld Conference & Expo in January, you’ll want to hear Andy talk about his early plans and schedule.

Links:

Andy Ihnatko on Twitter

Canon VIXIA HF100 Flash Memory High Definition Camcorder with 12x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom

Flip Video MinoHD Camcorder

Kodak Zi6 HD Pocket Video Camera

Aiptek Action HD GVS 1080P High Definition Camcorder with 5x Optical Zoom)

Final Cut Express 4

Apple Final Cut Studio 2

Final Cut Express Video Tutorials on Apple’s web site

Macworld Conference & Expo

Macworld Pulse

MacVoices #8132: Paul Kent Profiles The New Features of Macworld Conference & Expo 2009

MacNotables #832: Christopher Breen on “Let’s Rock,” His New Lynda.Com Video and His Banjo

Chuck — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 11:00:00 +0000

Macworld Senior Editor Christopher Breen tantalizes us with what he thinks we will and won’t see at Apple’s September 9 “Let’s Rock” special event in the way of iPods. A new widescreen iPod nano? An enhanced iPod Classic? New features for the iPod touch? Chris talks about the viability of all of these, why more features dictate performance compromises, and his thoughts on what should happen to iTunes to make it a bit more approachable. Not just an iPod guy, Chris also talks about his newest title from lynda.com that covers MacOS X 10.5 Leopard “Beyond the Basics,” and some of the behind-the-scenes aspects of producing a top-notch training video. On a more personal note, Chris also shares some news about personal acquisitions, and why we may soon introduce him as a banjo hero (yes, *banjo* hero).

Links:

Come September: iPods by Christopher Breen on Macworld.com

New iPod s Coming Very Soon by Kevin Rose on Kevin’s blog

Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard Beyond the Basics by Christopher Breen on lynda.com

“Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard Beyond the Basics by Christopher Breen – DVD from lynda.com

An Orpheum Tenor Banjo just like Chris’s

Leap Chair by Steelcase

Deke McClelland

MacNotables #831: Andy Ihnatko on New Media, Politics and Advice for Would-Be Journalists

Chuck — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 13:00:00 +0000

It isn’t often that Andy Ihnatko lets his guard down and talks seriously about his methods, his mindset and his career. This is one of those rare times. Andy discusses “new media” and why it really isn’t that new, how the current political process is being affected by new media (or vice versa), and what being a journalist really means. How “Max Headroom” predicted the current state of journalism, why he feels teaching is part of his mission, and how the many new media options increase his reach are included in Andy’s comments, along with some advice for young people who are contemplating journalism as a career.

Links:

Andy’s YouTube Channel and Podcast

MacBreak Weekly

CBS Early Show

TVBarn

Max Headroom

MacNotables #829: Ted Landau Reviews the Latest on Jailbreaking the iPhone 2.0

Chuck — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 11:50:33 +0000

When Mac troubleshooting legend Ted Landau got his new new iPhone 3G, one of the first things he did was to jailbreak it. Should you? Ted talks about the two reasons you might consider jailbreaking your iPhone, whether it is a new 3G or an original Edge model, and the two categories of software that still require a jailbroken phone. What you lose (or don’t) by jailbreaking, what Ted misses from the original first round of unsanctioned iPhone apps (that no longer work with the 2.0 software), and why the incentive just isn’t there to create those programs are all part of Ted’s analysis, along with why some highly coveted features are best left to Apple to implement.

Links:

User Friendly Blog by Ted Landau – Jailbreaking iPhone 2.0 works (but?) by Ted Landau on The Mac Observer

MacNotables #826: Dennis Sellers on MacMinute’s Evolution, the Macsimum Podcast and WWDC Announcements

Chuck — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:00:00 +0000

Dennis Sellers comes out of hiding to discuss how his site, MacsimumNews, will serve as an alternative for readers of the now-offline MacMinute.com, due to the passing of Stan Flack, and why he decided to jump into the podcast fray and produce the Macsimum Podcast. Dennis also provides his thoughts on the WWDC announcements, including the future of the iPod, Snow Leopard and more.

Links:

Apple iPod classic 160 GB

Stan Flack, a pioneer of online Mac journalism, has died by Dennis Sellers on MacsimumNews

Note from the Flack family posted at ‘MacMinute’ by Dennis Sellers on MacsimumNews

MacTech

Macsimum Podcast

iLugger Carrying Case for 17/20 Inch iMac

PC Tools launches beta version of iAntiVirus for the Mac by Dennis Sellers on MacsimumNews

MacNotables #820: Bob LeVitus on Office 2008, His Upcoming Mid-Atlantic MUG Tour and More

Chuck — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 11:00:00 +0000

Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus is back to tell us what rock he’s been hiding under and the project that put him there. Bob talks about his latest book, Office 2008 for Mac For Dummies, and gives us his bottom-line assessment of the latest version of the Microsoft productivity suite, and how each of the applications compare to their iWork ‘08 counterparts. Bob also discusses his upcoming Mid-Atlantic Mac User Group Tour, and where you can come to see one of his many presentations if you’re in Pennsylvania, New Jersey or near Washington D.C. The session wraps up with a discussion of what Bob wants to see in the next generation iPhone, and Bob’s most recent product picks.

Links:

Bob’s Mid-Atlantic MUG Tour:

Main Line Macintosh Users Group – May 10
MacOutfitters Apple reseller – May 10, demonstrating iLife ‘08
Princeton Macintosh Users Group – May 13
Hershey Apple Core – May 14
Washington Apple PI (Mac Masters Series) – May 30
Washington Apple PI (Mac Masters Series) – May 31
Washington Apple PI – May 31 (afternoon general meeting)

Microsoft Office 2008 for Mac Home & Student Edition

Office 2008 for Mac For Dummies by Bob LeVitus

Dr. Mac Reviews Office 2008 by Bob LeVitus on The MacObserver

“Apple iWork ‘08″ (Apple)

Apple Time Capsule 802.11n 500 GB Network Backup Hard Drive

Flip Video Camcorder: 30-Minutes

Flip Video Ultra Series Camcorder, 60-Minutes

Coolit USB Chiller

Apple Airport Express

MacNotables #814: The iPhone As A New Platform, the iPhone Apps Store and More with Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner

Chuck — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 12:59:35 +0000

Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner continue their review of the iPhone SDK. Adam explains why he believes the iPhone is more useful in urban areas, Chuck brings up Apple’s 30% cut of gross sales in the upcoming iPhone Apps Store and the two discuss the enterprise aspects of the announcement. Adam provides perspective from the teenage tech user (via a friend) of an important factor that hardware and service providers need to understand, and admits he may soon be in the market for an iPhone. Is the iPhone poised to become a platform in its own right? Find out in this second in a two-part conversation.

Adam Engst	Chuck Joiner

MacNotables #813: Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner Analyze the iPhone SDK Announcement

Chuck — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 12:58:25 +0000

Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner address a listener question and provide two differing perspectives on migrating from a G4 Mac to a new Intel Mac, then dig into the iPhone SDK announcements. Adam analyzes on the level of control that Apple is exercising over iPhone development and software, and whether it is a good idea. Chuck comments on the positive response from the developer community, and the two review some of the unanswered questions and the future of the jailbreaking community in the first of a two-part session on the subject.

Adam Engst	Chuck Joiner

MacNotables #810: Christopher Breen’s Apple TV Tips (Part 2)

Chuck — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 12:00:00 +0000

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

MacNotables #809: Christopher Breen’s Apple TV Tips (Part 1)

Chuck — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 12:00:00 +0000

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

MacNotables #808: The MacNotables Conclude Their Discussion of Creative Expectations and Realities

Chuck — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 12:00:00 +0000

The three-part series of conversations with Adam Engst, Andy Ihnatko and Chuck Joiner concludes with more of their discussion on how creative tools and our expectations of their results sometimes collide. Have things really gotten easier, or is the gap between what we want and how challenging it is to create it about the same? Adam, Andy and Chuck defend their positions by comparing technology then and now, lament their shared lack of artistic expertise, and talk about the tools and workflows for their latest projects.

Adam Engst	Andy Ihnatko	Chuck Joiner

Links:

Art Text by Belight Software

Wacom Cintiq Graphics Tablet by Wacom

The Modbook by Axiotron

“Canon PowerShot SD1000 7.1MP Digital Elph Camera with 3x Optical Zoom (Silver)” (Canon)

WordPress

MacNotables #806: Adam Engst and Andy Ihnatko on Creative Motivation, The Adequacy of the Apple Tools, Their Latest Projects and More (Part 1)

Chuck — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 12:00:00 +0000

The first of a three-part conversation features Adam Engst, Andy Ihnatko and Chuck Joiner starts off with why you might think the newest iPhone update has bricked your phone when it really hasn’t, uncovers a possible MacNotables conspiracy and then settles down to a serious discussion of Adam and Andy’s latest projects, audio and video, their different approaches to new media creation, and how they each do their own version of a cost-benefit analysis (whether they realize it or not).

Adam Engst	Andy Ihnatko	Chuck Joiner

Links:

Art Text by Belight Software

Wacom Cintiq Graphics Tablet by Wacom

The Modbook by Axiotron

“Canon PowerShot SD1000 7.1MP Digital Elph Camera with 3x Optical Zoom (Silver)” (Canon)

WordPress

MacNotables #805: The Further Adventures of Jim Dalrymple: Backstage with Ozzy, NAMM and The Grammys

Chuck — Mon, 11 Feb 2008 12:00:00 +0000

When he left Macworld Conference & Expo, Jim Dalrymple of Macworld was just getting started. Jim joins us from Hollywood (yes, Hollywood) to talk about his recent adventures, including spending time backstage with Ozzy Osbourne, hanging out with Slash at The NAMM Show backstage and partying with the stars at The Grammy Awards. But it wasn’t all fun and games: Jim talks about how Macs have an ever expanding presence at NAMM, and why, “Macs are it,” at the Grammys. Jim also discusses the reception he received at both shows as a Macworld editor, and why we may have to call him “Mr. Dalrymple” from now on.

Links:

Expo preview and CES – The Macworld Podcast

Backstage at the Grammy Awards, Macs run the show by Jim Dalrymple on Macworld

Macs at the Grammys: And the winner is… by Jim Dalrymple on Macworld

Gibson, U2, artists come together to support charity at the Grammys by Jim Dalrymple on Macworld

MacNotables #775: Ted Landau Takes Control of the iPhone, Comments on Leopard and Speculates on the Future of the Mac mini

Chuck — Mon, 17 Dec 2007 12:00:00 +0000

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

MacNotables #774: Dennis Sellers on Macsimum News On Demand, The First Macworld Expo Speculations and How to Get A Free Satellite Dish

Chuck — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 12:00:00 +0000

Dennis Sellers talks about the latest extension to Macsimum News, the new video series Macsimum News On Demand, some of the things he’s doing to make it different from the other video offerings out there (think Christmas hats) and how he picks the topics for inclusion in the video. Dennis also provides our first speculation on what we might see at Macworld Conference & Expo, and also offers listeners a free satellite dish, yours for the…uh…digging.

Links:

Jax For Ipod (ProSoft Engineering)

MacNotables #769: Jim Dalrymple’s Leopard Pronouncements

Chuck — Wed, 31 Oct 2007 11:00:00 +0000

Jim Dalrymple of Macworld has been working with Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard, and gives us some first impressions of favorite features, missing links and more. Jim discusses his surprise at finding Spaces useful, his disappointment in Time Machine’s lack of Network Attached Storage device support, the Mac Industry’s support of Leopard and his experimentation with portable Home Folders in Mac OS X Server. Upgrading to a new version of the OS is always a big step. Jim and Chuck talk about their recommendations for accomplishing it safely, and Jim wraps up with some comments on NBC’s latest announcement.

Links:

Inside Leopard: iChat, Mail, and others by Jonathan Seff, Jim Dalrymple, Kelly Turner, Jackie Dove and Eric Suesz

Apple Mac OS X Version 10.5 Leopard

SuperDuper by Shirt Pocket Software

Software Upgrade Procedure for the Paranoid on MacProductivity

News Corp., NBC launch beta of Hulu video venture on Macworld

Apple .Mac 5.0

MacNotables #767: Bob LeVitus’ Favorite iPhone and iPod Products

Chuck — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 11:00:00 +0000

Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus has a great job: he gets to evaluate all sorts of iPod and iPhone accessories and products. In this edition of MacNotables Bob discusses why he only writes positive reviews, then picks some of his favorite products for both devices. Bob explains why now is a great time to pick up accessories for your 5G iPod, then he and host Chuck Joiner selects some favorite speakers, video accessories, protective films, car options and some miscellaneous add-ons that should be in everyone’s collection.

Links:

iPhone For Dummies (Edward C. Baig, Bob LeVitus)

“SendStation PocketDock AV” (SendStation)

Sonic Impact Video 55 Portable iPod Speaker System with LCD Screen and Remote (Sonic Impact Technologies)

Dock Extender for iPod (SendStation)

“invisibleSHIELD – Full Body iPod Protector

The User Group Report: Day 2 at Macworld Expo: Initial Show Floor Walk-Through, Invisible Shield, Old Friends and Two Berklee Students Perform Live

ClearCal protective film from RadTech

MacVoices #740 – MacVoices at Expo: RadTech’s New Products for 2007

Logitech 984-000006 Pure-Fi Anywhere Compact Speakers for iPod (Logitech)

Logitech Pure-Fi Elite High Performance Speaker System (Logitech)

B&W Zeppelin iPod Speakers

Radio-Locator.com

Griffin TuneFlex AUX Nano Flexible Docking Cradle for iPod Nano at Dr. Bott

iToner from Ambrosia Software

ProCable – Audio Extension Cable for iPhone from RadTech

The iPod Observer

Bob’s Reviews of gear at The iPod Observer

The Rest of Us – Mac User Group in Chicago

MacNotables #764: Christopher Breen on Feeding and Managing Video For Your iPods and iPhone

Chuck — Wed, 10 Oct 2007 11:00:00 +0000

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.

MacNotables #763: Bob LeVitus on iPod Selection, iPhone Updates, Amazon’s Music Store and iMovie ‘08

Chuck — Mon, 08 Oct 2007 11:00:00 +0000

Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus is back after a confluence of simultaneous projects to engage in a spirited discussion with host Chuck Joiner about the iPhone 1.1.1 update controversy, third-party iPhone applications and what the AmazonMP3 music store means for the iTunes Store. Bob gives nod to the iPod nano, is baffled by the iPod touch, and explains why Apple has something for everyone who wants a portable media player. Bob has also learned to love iMovie ‘08 for what it brings to the video editing world, and tells you why you should too.

Links & Notes:

Bob’s iPhone

Bob Levitus’ Web Gallery

“iPhone For Dummies” (Edward C. Baig, Bob LeVitus)

Apple 8 GB iPod Nano with Video

Apple 8 GB iPod Touch

MacNotables #761: Adam and Tonya Engst on the iPhone Price Cut, Starbucks as the Advent of Location-Based Services and More

Chuck — Fri, 07 Sep 2007 15:00:00 +0000

Adam and Tonya Engst provide some insight into Apple’s handling of the iPhone price drop controversy, citing examples from Apple’s past at how the company has handled similar situations. The couple go on to discuss the new iPod line-up and what they would like to see in the ideal iPhone/iPod device, the Wi-Fi Music Store, how the Starbucks connection may be the first example of location-based services and more in the “Get Off My Lawn” edition of MacNotables.

Tonya Engst	Adam Engst	Chuck Joiner

Links:

An open letter to iPhone owners from Steve Jobs on Apple web site

Apple to Offer $100 iPhone Rebate for Early Purchasers onTidBITS

New iPods: The Worst Ever! on TidBITS

Apple, Starbucks announce music partnership on Macsimum News

MacNotables #760: Jim Dalrymple on Instant Music Gratification, the NBC Situation and the iPod touch vs. iPhone

Chuck — Thu, 06 Sep 2007 20:00:00 +0000

Jim Dalrymple of Macworld checks in following Apple’s music event to share his insights into the latest product announcements from Apple, as well as some current events and where it all fits into the big picture. Jim discusses the importance of Apple’s new Wi-Fi Music Store in a market that is moving increasingly to instant gratification, and compares and contrasts the new iPod touch with the iPhone. Jim and Chuck take a couple detours on the costs of the Mac platform vs. others and how to save money when purchasing a Mac, then come back on track to discuss NBC’s decision to leave the iTunes Store in favor of Amazon in this, “The Way It Should Be” edition of MacNotables.

Links:

Apple and Digidesign make music at Ozzfest by Jim Dalrymple on Macworld

Apple launches the iTunes Wi-Fi Music Store by Jim Dalrymple on PlayList

Microsoft cuts Zune price as Apple ups iPod ante on Playlist

iTunes Store to stop selling NBC shows in September on Macworld

NBC and Apple at iTunes Store impasse, says report on Macworld

NBC to sell television shows on Amazon by Jim Dalrymple on Macworld

iToner from Ambrosia Software

MacNotables #759: Ted Landau on the New iPod Family, the iPhone Price Drop and the Sale of the Techtracker Network

Chuck — Thu, 06 Sep 2007 04:30:00 +0000

Ted Landau was on-site at Apple’s music media event in San Francisco and discuses the announcement of the iPod touch, the new designation of the iPod classic, the new video-capable ipod nano, the Wi-Fi Music Store and more. Ted provides his thoughts on where each of the new iPod models falls in the portable music and video market, comments on the iPhone price drop and also discusses the recent change of ownership of a web site he founded.

Links:

iPod touch

Apple rolls out iPod touch on Macsimum News

Apple Revamps iPod with 160GB Storage, New Name on The Mac Observer

80GB or 160GB iPod classic

Microsoft cuts Zune price as Apple ups iPod ante on Playlist

Apple Drops 8GB iPhone Price to $399, Axes 4GB Model on The Mac Observer

Purchase an iPhone

Apple launches the iTunes Wi-Fi Music Store on Macworld

Apple announces custom ringtone maker for iPhone on Macworld

Refreshed shuffle comes in new colors on MacsimumNews

Sonic Impact V55 iPod Portable Video at Dr. Bott

CNET acquires TechTracker sites on MacCentral

MacNotables #758: Dan Frakes on What’s Next for the iPod, Better Video Options and Noise-Cancelling Headphones

Chuck — Fri, 31 Aug 2007 11:00:00 +0000

Dan Frakes of Macworld examines some of the possibilities for Apple’s September 5 music-focused media event. Dan offers his perspective on what features might be included in the next generation of the iPod and why some features make more sense. Dan and host Chuck Joiner then veer off on a comparison of portable video playing options and wrap up with some preliminary thoughts on choosing noise-cancelling headphones from an upcoming article by Dan.

Links:

Noise-canceling headphones by Dan Frakes on PlaylistMag.com

I Want Buttons by Dan Frakes on Playlistmag.com

“Archos 605 WiFi Portable Media Player (30GB)

“Archos 704 80 GB WiFi Portable Digital Media Player” (Archos)

“Archos 705 Portable Video Player

Sonic Impact V55 iPod Portable Video at Dr. Bott

Sonic Impact Video-55 review on PlaylistMag.com

“wiDock Wireless Dock for Ipod Synch & Transfer of Music & Videos” (Silex Technology)

MacVoices #731 – MacVoices at Expo: Hubbert Smith of Silex Discusses the wiDock and Wireless Device Server

“Audio-Technica ATH-ANC7 QuietPoint Active Noise-Cancelling Headphones”

“Bose® QuietComfort® 2 Acoustic Noise Cancelling® Headphones”

“Bose® QuietComfort® 3 Acoustic Noise Cancelling® Headphones”

“Panasonic RP-HC500 Noise-Canceling Headphones”

“Sennheiser PXC 450 NoiseGard Active Noise Canceling Headphones”

MacNotables #757: Dennis Sellers on Unlocking the iPhone, the New iMac, iDive and More

Chuck — Tue, 28 Aug 2007 10:00:25 +0000

MacsimumNews boss Dennis Sellers covers a variety of topics in his return to MacNotables after some time off. Find out what Dennis thinks of the New Jersey teen who unlocked his iPhone and why he wouldn’t want one, his hands-on opinion of the new iMac and keyboard, and a utility that helps keep your video clips and projects organized. Dennis also talks about how storage needs have increased for anyone interested in media, and reveals why he is now known as the MacNotables’ version of Spiderman.

Links:

New Jersey teen cleans up with iPhone unlocking solution on MacsimumNews

Unlock the iPhone for money, and lawyers may come a’knockin’ on MacsimumNews

Apple iMac Desktop with 20″ Display

iDive 1.7 is a must-have for videographers by Dennis Sellers on MacsimumNews

iDive by Aquafadas

Mercury Elite by OWC

Join the Apple Nation Panel community on MacsimumNews

MacNotables #754: A MacNotables First Look at the new iMac, iLife ‘08, iWork ‘08, .Mac and more (Part 2)

Chuck — Thu, 09 Aug 2007 11:00:00 +0000

MacNotables panelists Adam and Tonya Engst and Andy Ihnatko andt Chuck Joiner conclude their discussions of Apple’s August 7 Media Event. In this edition, the newest edition of Keynote, iWeb and the remainder of the iLife ‘08 and iWork ‘08 suites go under the microscope. “Customer One” for Keynote is identified, “silent” updates to the Mac mini and the Airport Extreme base station are reviewed and what .Mac could be are all bandied about in the second of a two-part series.

Tonya Engst	Adam Engst	Andy Ihnatko	Chuck Joiner

Links:

Fake Steve Jobs Finally Unmasked in TidBITS

Apple Releases New Aluminum iMacs, Refreshes Mac mini in TidBITS

New iLife ‘08 Revealed in TidBITS

Numbers Joins iWork ‘08 on TidBITS

Nintendo emulator for the iPhone

AirPort Base Station Upgraded to Gigabit Ethernet on TidBITS

MacNotables #753: A MacNotables First Look at the new iMac, iLife ‘08, iWork ‘08, .Mac and more (Part 1)

Chuck — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 11:00:24 +0000

MacNotables panelists Adam and Tonya Engst and Andy Ihnatko join host Chuck Joiner to deliver their initial impressions of the announcements at Apple’s August 7 Media Event.

The team discusses why the new iMac isn’t that much different and debate whether or not Blu-Ray drives would have made sense from both a video and data perspective. iPhoto expectations are high with this group, and they point out some of the things that have been addressed and others that they still want to see. iMovie’s new, “Just Give Me The Movie” feature, thoughts on iWeb, some significant improvements in pages and a discussion of Numbers, the new Apple spreadsheet entry are all included in the first of a two-part show.

Tonya Engst	Adam Engst	Andy Ihnatko	Chuck Joiner

Links:

Fake Steve Jobs Finally Unmasked in TidBITS

Apple Releases New Aluminum iMacs, Refreshes Mac mini in TidBITS

New iLife ‘08 Revealed in TidBITS

Numbers Joins iWork ‘08 by TidBITS

Adobe Photoshop Elements 4.0

Omni Outliner 2.0

MacNotables #745: Countdown to the iPhone with The MacNotables

Chuck — Fri, 29 Jun 2007 01:01:58 +0000

The MacNotables take one last look around before the iPhone changes the planet. Jason Snell, Dan Frakes, Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner spend some time discussing how they will cover the iPhone the short and long term and debate how much will need to be written in the long term. The group question whether iPhone development take a similar path to the iPod, explain why users may be more interested in keeping up with the iPhone than with other smart phones and debate the apparent compromises in the iPhone plans.


Adam Engst	Dan Frakes	Jason Snell	Chuck Joiner

Links:

iPhone Central

TidBits

iPlayBoy

OneTrip online shopping list for the iPhone

MacNotables #738: The Alaskan Adventures of Ted Landau, Changes Wrought by the Internet, Apple TV and More

Chuck — Fri, 08 Jun 2007 15:00:38 +0000

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

Worldwide Developers Conference

MacNotables #737: Dennis Sellers on WWDC Predictions, Comcast Voice, New MacBook Pro Laptops and More

Chuck — Thu, 07 Jun 2007 11:59:07 +0000

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

MacBook Pro

iPhone ads

MacNotables #732: Christopher Breen on the Changing Perception of Apple

Chuck — Thu, 17 May 2007 11:00:00 +0000

Christopher Breen is back to talk about his thoughts on the world’s changing perception of Apple, the Macintosh and Macintosh users. Chris focuses on several pieces of evidence that have led him to conclude that the rest of the world may finally be “getting it“ about Apple products, including comments from friends, family and strangers alike. Chris and Chuck discuss the differences in Apple’s and Microsoft’s cultures, how it shows in their products, express concern for unrealistic expectations and try hard not to bash Windows…but fail.

Links:

Hints of Change by Christopher Breen

AVG anti-virus freeware for Windows

MPEG Streamclip

QuickTime MPEG-2 Playback Component (included with Final Cut Pro, Final Cut Studio and DVD Pro)

MacNotables #725: Christopher Breen on Podcast Production and the Evolution of Breen’s Bungalow

Chuck — Fri, 20 Apr 2007 11:00:00 +0000

Christopher Breen discusses his role as the host and producer of both the Macworld Podcast and the Macworld Video podcasts, and how his video series, Breen’s Bungalow, figured in the mix. Mac User Groups had a good thing going with Breen’s Bungalow and Chris invites MUGs to do the same thing with his new productions. Then Chris and Chuck talk about the podcasting tools, techniques and tricks used in the production of their four different shows: Chris’ two Macworld podcasts, MacNotables and Chuck’s other show, MacVoices.

Links:

Macworld Podcast (audio)

Macworld Video podcast

“AKG C 414 B-XLS Condenser Microphone” (AKG)

“EDIROL UA-20 Audio Capture USB Audio MIDI Interface” (EDIROL)

Audio Hijack Pro from Rogue Amoeba

Call Recorder by ecamm network

“BEHRINGER SL2442FX-PRO EURODESK MIXER” (Behringer)

“C01 Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone” (Samson)

“Marantz CDR420 Portable MP3/WAV and CD Recorder” (Marantz)

The Levelator by GigaVox Media

AmadeusPro by HaierSoft

“Sound Studio 3 (Freeverse Software)

Audacity

Adobe Soundbooth

“SmartSound Sonicfire Pro 4 for Macintosh” (SmartSound Software, Inc.)

Pixel Corps

MacNotables #724: Dan Frakes on Getting The Best Video from Your Apple TV and iPod

Chuck — Thu, 12 Apr 2007 11:00:00 +0000

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

MacNotables #722: Adam Engst on Google Desktop Security, DRM-Free Music and History (Part 2)

Chuck — Fri, 06 Apr 2007 11:00:00 +0000

In the second of a special two-part MacNotables discussion, Adam Engst of TidBITS and Take Control discusses the security of Google Desktop and why you face bigger security issues when buying dinner with your credit card. Chuck and Adam then discuss the digital rights management-free music from EMI on iTunes and the implications for the future of online music purchases, why video and audio may justify different online distribution models and the way that different generations view video ownership and consumption. At the close of the show, Adam earns his new title as the MacNotables’ historian with a story about, “the Google of the 1800’s.”

MacNotables #720: Dan Frakes Operates on the Apple TV

Chuck — Mon, 02 Apr 2007 11:00:40 +0000

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:

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

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

Chuck — Fri, 30 Mar 2007 11:00:00 +0000

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:

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

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

Chuck — Thu, 29 Mar 2007 04:00:00 +0000

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