MacNotables #808 [27:43m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

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.

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 MacNotables #806 [35:28m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

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).

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 MacNotables #805 [26:11m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

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.

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 MacNotables #775 [45:19m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

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.

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 MacNotables #774 [20:49m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

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.
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 MacNotables #769 [34:16m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

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.
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 MacNotables #767 [48:45m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

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.
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 MacNotables #764 [43:37m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

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.

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 MacNotables #763 [48:50m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

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.
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 MacNotables #761 [38:45m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

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.

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