MacNotables

MacNotables 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. Thu, 17 Jul 2008 11:00:00 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.3.1 en ©Chuck Joiner chuck@macnotables.com (Chuck Joiner) chuck@macnotables.com 1440 Macintosh, Apple, iPod, Mac, iPhone, Apple TV, Leopard 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/mngraphics/MacNotables144x144.jpg MacNotables http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress 144 144 MacNotables #828: Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus Delivers His iPhone Diagnosis http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-828-bob-dr-mac-levitus-delivers-his-iphone-diagnosis/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-828-bob-dr-mac-levitus-delivers-his-iphone-diagnosis/#comments Thu, 17 Jul 2008 11:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-828-bob-dr-mac-levitus-delivers-his-iphone-diagnosis/ Bob LeVitus

Bob LeVitus

Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus has spent some time with the new iPhone 3G in preparation for his new book, and shares his thoughts on Apple’s iPhone priorities, compatibility of older iPhone accessories, and a new, must-have one. Bob also picks some of his favorite iPhone apps so far and gives some surprising advice on what protection you should or shouldn’t buy for your iPhone.

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-828-bob-dr-mac-levitus-delivers-his-iphone-diagnosis/feed/ 45:32 Bob "Dr. Mac" LeVitus has spent some time with the new iPhone 3G in preparation for his new book, and shares his thoughts on Apple's ... Bob "Dr. Mac" LeVitus has spent some time with the new iPhone 3G in preparation for his new book, and shares his thoughts on Apple's iPhone priorities, compatibility of older iPhone accessories, and a new, must-have one. Bob also picks some of his favorite iPhone apps so far and gives some surprising advice on what protection you should or shouldn't buy for your iPhone. Audio/Music,,Commentary,,Hardware,,Productivity,,Software,,iPhone Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #827: Jim Dalrymple Updates His Album Project, Evaluates the iPhone 3G and Condemns Rogers http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-827-jim-dalrymple-updates-his-album-project-evaluates-the-iphone-3g-and-condemns-rogers/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-827-jim-dalrymple-updates-his-album-project-evaluates-the-iphone-3g-and-condemns-rogers/#comments Thu, 03 Jul 2008 23:08:33 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-827-jim-dalrymple-updates-his-album-project-evaluates-the-iphone-3g-and-condemns-rogers/

Jim Dalrymple

Jim Dalrymple delivers an update on his album project, laments a lack of pre-amp inputs, discusses the response from readers and admits to the amount of work it involves. Jim then focuses on the iPhone 3G, talking about how it stacks up to the competition, what he expects from the iPhone Apps Store, and why Rogers, the iPhone carrier for Canada, is viewed as taking gross advantage of their customers.
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]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-827-jim-dalrymple-updates-his-album-project-evaluates-the-iphone-3g-and-condemns-rogers/feed/ 43:14 Jim Dalrymple delivers an update on his album project, laments a lack of pre-amp inputs, discusses the response from readers and admits to the amount ... Jim Dalrymple delivers an update on his album project, laments a lack of pre-amp inputs, discusses the response from readers and admits to the amount of work it involves. Jim then focuses on the iPhone 3G, talking about how it stacks up to the competition, what he expects from the iPhone Apps Store, and why Rogers, the iPhone carrier for Canada, is viewed as taking gross advantage of their customers. Uncategorized Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #826: Dennis Sellers on MacMinute’s Evolution, the Macsimum Podcast and WWDC Announcements http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-826-dennis-sellers-on-macminutes-evolution-the-macsimum-podcast-and-wwdc-announcements/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-826-dennis-sellers-on-macminutes-evolution-the-macsimum-podcast-and-wwdc-announcements/#comments Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-826-dennis-sellers-on-macminutes-evolution-the-macsimum-podcast-and-wwdc-announcements/ Dennissellers1204-13

Dennissellers1204-13

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.

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-826-dennis-sellers-on-macminutes-evolution-the-macsimum-podcast-and-wwdc-announcements/feed/ 26:03 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 ... 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. Audio/Music,,Commentary,,Hardware,,Video,,iPhone,,iPod Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #825: Tips on Becoming a Mac Journalist from Tonya Engst and Ted Landau http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-825-tips-on-becoming-a-mac-journalist-from-tonya-engst-and-ted-landau/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-825-tips-on-becoming-a-mac-journalist-from-tonya-engst-and-ted-landau/#comments Tue, 01 Jul 2008 11:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-825-tips-on-becoming-a-mac-journalist-from-tonya-engst-and-ted-landau/ Want to break into the world of Mac journalism? Tonya Engst and Ted Landau talk about how to get started, and why you might not want to quit your day job right away. As the Mac market grows, so does the competition. Tonya and Ted talk about the benefits (or not) of formal training, visibility, practice, networking and more. Think it is all sounds like a lot of work? Find out about different aspects of Mac coverage and why some simple, common-sense characteristics could be what sets you apart in your quest to become the next high-profile Mac journalist.

Tonya Engst	Ted Landau	Chuck Joiner

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-825-tips-on-becoming-a-mac-journalist-from-tonya-engst-and-ted-landau/feed/ 45:15 Want to break into the world of Mac journalism? Tonya Engst and Ted Landau talk about how to get started, and why you might not ... Want to break into the world of Mac journalism? Tonya Engst and Ted Landau talk about how to get started, and why you might not want to quit your day job right away. As the Mac market grows, so does the competition. Tonya and Ted talk about the benefits (or not) of formal training, visibility, practice, networking and more. Think it is all sounds like a lot of work? Find out about different aspects of Mac coverage and why some simple, common-sense characteristics could be what sets you apart in your quest to become the next high-profile Mac journalist. Tonya Engst Ted Landau Chuck Joiner #160; #160; #160; Commentary,,Print,,Productivity,,Web Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #824: The MacNotables on Why the Napster Music Store Doesn’t Matter http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-824-the-macnotables-on-why-the-napster-music-store-doesnt-matter/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-824-the-macnotables-on-why-the-napster-music-store-doesnt-matter/#comments Wed, 21 May 2008 11:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-824-the-macnotables-on-why-the-napster-music-store-doesnt-matter/ Adam Engst, Dan Frakes, Andy Ihnatko and Chuck Joiner start out discussing the announcement of a Napster music store and end up debating the competence of the music industry. Along the way the MacNotables panel cover why all music stores other than Amazon are irrelevant at this point in time, why sound quality differentiates but doesn’t overwhelm, and why control seems to be trumping business sense.

Adam Engst	Dan Frakes	Andy Ihnatko	Chuck Joiner

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-824-the-macnotables-on-why-the-napster-music-store-doesnt-matter/feed/ 44:12 Adam Engst, Dan Frakes, Andy Ihnatko and Chuck Joiner start out discussing the announcement of a Napster music store and end up debating the competence ... Adam Engst, Dan Frakes, Andy Ihnatko and Chuck Joiner start out discussing the announcement of a Napster music store and end up debating the competence of the music industry. Along the way the MacNotables panel cover why all music stores other than Amazon are irrelevant at this point in time, why sound quality differentiates but doesn't overwhelm, and why control seems to be trumping business sense. Adam Engst Dan Frakes Andy Ihnatko Chuck Joiner #160; #160; #160; #160; Audio/Music,,Web,,iPod Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #823: Ted Landau Evaluates the XO Laptop http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-823-ted-landau-evaluates-the-xo-laptop/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-823-ted-landau-evaluates-the-xo-laptop/#comments Mon, 12 May 2008 11:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-823-ted-landau-evaluates-the-xo-laptop/

Ted Landau

Subnotebooks come in all shapes, sizes and flavors, starting with the MacBook Air and going down. Ted Landau has been working with one of the least expensive options, the XO laptop from the “One Laptop per Child” initiative, and discusses how it stacks up to the competition. Ted covers everything from the XO’s operating system to the included applications, comments on the laptop’s communications capabilities and helps you decide whether you should try to track down one of these little gems, or if you should spend more money for more capabilities.

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-823-ted-landau-evaluates-the-xo-laptop/feed/ 29:11 Subnotebooks come in all shapes, sizes and flavors, starting with the MacBook Air and going down. Ted Landau has been working with one of the ... Subnotebooks come in all shapes, sizes and flavors, starting with the MacBook Air and going down. Ted Landau has been working with one of the least expensive options, the XO laptop from the "One Laptop per Child" initiative, and discusses how it stacks up to the competition. Ted covers everything from the XO's operating system to the included applications, comments on the laptop's communications capabilities and helps you decide whether you should try to track down one of these little gems, or if you should spend more money for more capabilities. Hardware,,Reviews,,Web Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #822: Jim Dalrymple Embarks on a New Adventure: Recording and Releasing His Own Album http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-822-jim-dalrymple-embarks-on-a-new-adventure-recording-and-releasing-his-own-album/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-822-jim-dalrymple-embarks-on-a-new-adventure-recording-and-releasing-his-own-album/#comments Tue, 06 May 2008 11:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-822-jim-dalrymple-embarks-on-a-new-adventure-recording-and-releasing-his-own-album/ Jimdalrymple0107-5

Jimdalrymple0107-5

Jim Dalrymple joins us from safari, and shares his love of roller coasters before discussing his latest project: writing, recording and releasing his own album. Jim details how he got started with this and how he is documenting it on Macworld, the response he received from contacts in the recording industry and more. Few projects like this are truly a solo effort; Jim talks about some of the folks he’s working with, why he’s not limiting the software tools he’s using for the project and how GarageBand is taking center stage in the creative part of the process.

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-822-jim-dalrymple-embarks-on-a-new-adventure-recording-and-releasing-his-own-album/feed/ 41:26 Jim Dalrymple joins us from safari, and shares his love of roller coasters before discussing his latest project: writing, recording and releasing his own album. ... Jim Dalrymple joins us from safari, and shares his love of roller coasters before discussing his latest project: writing, recording and releasing his own album. Jim details how he got started with this and how he is documenting it on Macworld, the response he received from contacts in the recording industry and more. Few projects like this are truly a solo effort; Jim talks about some of the folks he's working with, why he's not limiting the software tools he's using for the project and how GarageBand is taking center stage in the creative part of the process. Audio/Music,,Commentary,,Hardware,,Software Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #821: Ted Landau Takes Control of the iPhone Again and Updates the Bootable Flash Drive Project http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-821-ted-landau-takes-control-of-the-iphone-again-and-updates-the-bootable-flash-drive-project/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-821-ted-landau-takes-control-of-the-iphone-again-and-updates-the-bootable-flash-drive-project/#comments Thu, 01 May 2008 11:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-821-ted-landau-takes-control-of-the-iphone-again-and-updates-the-bootable-flash-drive-project/

Ted Landau

The man with the last word in Mac troubleshooting, Ted Landau, has just updated his book, Take Control of Your iPhone, and discusses the features included with the current version of the software. Ted provides updates on the subjects of jailbreaking and unlocking your iPhone, topics that change almost daily, and starts thinking about what may be coming for the iPhone at Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference. Ted also updates us on his attempts to create a bootable Leopard flash drive, offering both a simple and a slightly more involved procedure, depending on your needs.

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-821-ted-landau-takes-control-of-the-iphone-again-and-updates-the-bootable-flash-drive-project/feed/ 41:10 The man with the last word in Mac troubleshooting, Ted Landau, has just updated his book, Take Control of Your iPhone, and discusses the features ... The man with the last word in Mac troubleshooting, Ted Landau, has just updated his book, Take Control of Your iPhone, and discusses the features included with the current version of the software. Ted provides updates on the subjects of jailbreaking and unlocking your iPhone, topics that change almost daily, and starts thinking about what may be coming for the iPhone at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference. Ted also updates us on his attempts to create a bootable Leopard flash drive, offering both a simple and a slightly more involved procedure, depending on your needs. Hardware,,Maintenance,,Productivity,,Software,,iPhone Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #820: Bob LeVitus on Office 2008, His Upcoming Mid-Atlantic MUG Tour and More http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-820-bob-levitus-on-office-2008-his-upcoming-mid-atlantic-mug-tour-and-more/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-820-bob-levitus-on-office-2008-his-upcoming-mid-atlantic-mug-tour-and-more/#comments Tue, 29 Apr 2008 11:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-820-bob-levitus-on-office-2008-his-upcoming-mid-atlantic-mug-tour-and-more/ Bob LeVitus

Bob LeVitus

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.

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-820-bob-levitus-on-office-2008-his-upcoming-mid-atlantic-mug-tour-and-more/feed/ 53:42 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 ... 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. Commentary,,Productivity,,Reviews,,Software,,Video,,iPhone Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #819: Adam Engst on 18 Years of TidBITS, Apple’s Quarterly Results and the Blue Snowflake Microphone http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-819-adam-engst-on-18-years-of-tidbits-apples-quarterly-results-and-the-blue-snowflake-microphone/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-819-adam-engst-on-18-years-of-tidbits-apples-quarterly-results-and-the-blue-snowflake-microphone/#comments Fri, 25 Apr 2008 11:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-819-adam-engst-on-18-years-of-tidbits-apples-quarterly-results-and-the-blue-snowflake-microphone/

Adam Engst

TidBITS is celebrating 18 years of Mac journalistic excellence, and Adam Engst talks about some of the things that make their publication special and how their style helped set trends in tech journalism. Age and experience changes perspective, and Adam explains how those factors affect what you read in TidBITS, how things have changed, and how they’ve stayed the same. Adam also provides some analysis of Apple’s quarterly financial results, including a discussion of their cash reserves, what could be done with them, and how Apple apparently has moved into the lead in yet another retail statistic. Also, as part of the whole show, Adam and Chuck deliver a live performance review of the Blue Snowflake Compact microphone. Find out how it sounds and whether it suits what you do.
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]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-819-adam-engst-on-18-years-of-tidbits-apples-quarterly-results-and-the-blue-snowflake-microphone/feed/ 46:50 TidBITS is celebrating 18 years of Mac journalistic excellence, and Adam Engst talks about some of the things that make their publication special and how ... TidBITS is celebrating 18 years of Mac journalistic excellence, and Adam Engst talks about some of the things that make their publication special and how their style helped set trends in tech journalism. Age and experience changes perspective, and Adam explains how those factors affect what you read in TidBITS, how things have changed, and how they've stayed the same. Adam also provides some analysis of Apple's quarterly financial results, including a discussion of their cash reserves, what could be done with them, and how Apple apparently has moved into the lead in yet another retail statistic. Also, as part of the whole show, Adam and Chuck deliver a live performance review of the Blue Snowflake Compact microphone. Find out how it sounds and whether it suits what you do. Commentary,,Hardware,,Reviews,,Web Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #818: Andy Ihnatko on the Conference on World Affairs, the Eee PC and iPhone Knock-Offs http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-818-andy-ihnatko-on-the-conference-on-world-affairs-the-eee-pc-and-iphone-knock-offs/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-818-andy-ihnatko-on-the-conference-on-world-affairs-the-eee-pc-and-iphone-knock-offs/#comments Wed, 23 Apr 2008 11:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-818-andy-ihnatko-on-the-conference-on-world-affairs-the-eee-pc-and-iphone-knock-offs/

Andy Ihnatko

Chicago Sun-Times columnist Andy Ihnatko shares his experiences from the Conference on World Affairs in Colorado, ranging from his panel appearances with James “The Amazing” Randi discussing “bizarre beliefs” to why this is a very different kind of conference from every angle. Andy also discusses the Eee PC, how it compares with the MacBook Air and iPhone, what it offers and why it may be a viable mobile computing alternative…if you have the right expectations. We wrap up with some thoughts on the newest round of iPhone knock-offs and why Andy doesn’t feel they are relevant, no matter how pretty they look.

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-818-andy-ihnatko-on-the-conference-on-world-affairs-the-eee-pc-and-iphone-knock-offs/feed/ 41:27 Chicago Sun-Times columnist Andy Ihnatko shares his experiences from the Conference on World Affairs in Colorado, ranging from his panel appearances with James "The Amazing" ... Chicago Sun-Times columnist Andy Ihnatko shares his experiences from the Conference on World Affairs in Colorado, ranging from his panel appearances with James "The Amazing" Randi discussing "bizarre beliefs" to why this is a very different kind of conference from every angle. Andy also discusses the Eee PC, how it compares with the MacBook Air and iPhone, what it offers and why it may be a viable mobile computing alternative...if you have the right expectations. We wrap up with some thoughts on the newest round of iPhone knock-offs and why Andy doesn't feel they are relevant, no matter how pretty they look. Commentary,,Events,,Hardware,,Productivity,,Web,,iPhone Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #817: Tonya Engst Discusses the Challenges of Changing Email Clients http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-817-tonya-engst-discusses-the-challenges-of-changing-email-clients/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-817-tonya-engst-discusses-the-challenges-of-changing-email-clients/#comments Mon, 21 Apr 2008 11:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-817-tonya-engst-discusses-the-challenges-of-changing-email-clients/ Tonyaengst0307

Tonyaengst0307

Tonya Engst discusses one of the most challenging computing processes one can experience: switching email programs. A long-time Eudora user, Tonya talks about the issues that led her to make the switch to Apple Mail, the process and software she used, and what she did wrong that you can avoid. Two weeks into the transition, Tonya shares the goods and the bads, talks about dealing with email overload and POP vs IMAP.
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]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-817-tonya-engst-discusses-the-challenges-of-changing-email-clients/feed/ 39:19 Tonya Engst discusses one of the most challenging computing processes one can experience: switching email programs. A long-time Eudora user, Tonya talks about the issues ... Tonya Engst discusses one of the most challenging computing processes one can experience: switching email programs. A long-time Eudora user, Tonya talks about the issues that led her to make the switch to Apple Mail, the process and software she used, and what she did wrong that you can avoid. Two weeks into the transition, Tonya shares the goods and the bads, talks about dealing with email overload and POP vs IMAP. Commentary,,Productivity,,Software,,Web Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #816: Ted Landau on Rebates, Net Neutrality, the Decline of the Optical Drive, and the Passing of Stan Flack http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-816-ted-landau-on-rebates-net-neutrality-the-decline-of-the-optical-drive-and-the-passing-of-stan-flack/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-816-ted-landau-on-rebates-net-neutrality-the-decline-of-the-optical-drive-and-the-passing-of-stan-flack/#comments Wed, 16 Apr 2008 11:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-816-ted-landau-on-rebates-net-neutrality-the-decline-of-the-optical-drive-and-the-passing-of-stan-flack/

Ted Landau

Mac troubleshooting guru Ted Landau discusses a wide variety of topics including his dislike of rebates, his views on the Comcast vs. BitTorrent saga in specific and net neutrality issues in general, and the factors that may be leading to the abandonment of the optical drive. Ted also explains the challenges of creating a bootable disc or flash drive under Leopard and why Apple isn’t much help, and provides his thoughts on the passing of Mac online news pioneer Stan Flack.
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Tonyaengst0307

Tonya Engst is the owner of an Amazon Kindle. Is she a proud owner? Find out as Tonya discusses why she felt this eBook reader was important enough to own, and why her Amazon shopping habit helped make the decision. The Kindle has received mixed reviews, and Tonya shares her perspectives on usability, readability and the superior buying experience awaiting new Kindle owners. She also covers what was left off of this first version of the unit, the ups and downs of putting your own documents on the Kindle, support for audio media, and the evolving mechanics of eBook ownership.

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-815-tonya-engst-provides-a-users-eye-perspective-of-the-amazon-kindle/feed/ 38:52 Tonya Engst is the owner of an Amazon Kindle. Is she a proud owner? Find out as Tonya discusses why she felt this eBook reader ... Tonya Engst is the owner of an Amazon Kindle. Is she a proud owner? Find out as Tonya discusses why she felt this eBook reader was important enough to own, and why her Amazon shopping habit helped make the decision. The Kindle has received mixed reviews, and Tonya shares her perspectives on usability, readability and the superior buying experience awaiting new Kindle owners. She also covers what was left off of this first version of the unit, the ups and downs of putting your own documents on the Kindle, support for audio media, and the evolving mechanics of eBook ownership. Audio/Music,,Commentary,,Hardware,,Print,,Reviews,,Web Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables Listener Update - March 2008 http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-listener-update-march-2008/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-listener-update-march-2008/#comments Sat, 22 Mar 2008 12:00:18 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-listener-update-march-2008/

Chuck Joiner

MacNotables producer Chuck Joiner asks listeners for their input via the MacNotables Listener Survey - March 2008, and tells listeners where they can get more information on supporting the show.

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-listener-update-march-2008/feed/ 02:24 MacNotables producer Chuck Joiner asks listeners for their input via the MacNotables Listener Survey - March 2008, and tells listeners where they can get more ... MacNotables producer Chuck Joiner asks listeners for their input via the MacNotables Listener Survey - March 2008, and tells listeners where they can get more information on supporting the show. Audio/Music Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #814: The iPhone As A New Platform, the iPhone Apps Store and More with Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-814-the-iphone-as-a-new-platform-the-iphone-apps-store-and-more-with-adam-engst-and-chuck-joiner/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-814-the-iphone-as-a-new-platform-the-iphone-apps-store-and-more-with-adam-engst-and-chuck-joiner/#comments Thu, 13 Mar 2008 12:59:35 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-814-the-iphone-as-a-new-platform-the-iphone-apps-store-and-more-with-adam-engst-and-chuck-joiner/ 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 <gasp> 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

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-814-the-iphone-as-a-new-platform-the-iphone-apps-store-and-more-with-adam-engst-and-chuck-joiner/feed/ 28:11 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, ... 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 #60;gasp#62; 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 #160; #160; Commentary,,Hardware,,Podcasting,,Software,,Video,,iPhone,,iPod Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #813: Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner Analyze the iPhone SDK Announcement http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-813-adam-engst-and-chuck-joiner-analyze-the-iphone-sdk-announcement/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-813-adam-engst-and-chuck-joiner-analyze-the-iphone-sdk-announcement/#comments Wed, 12 Mar 2008 12:58:25 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-813-adam-engst-and-chuck-joiner-analyze-the-iphone-sdk-announcement/ 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

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-813-adam-engst-and-chuck-joiner-analyze-the-iphone-sdk-announcement/feed/ 26:14 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, ... 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 #160; #160; Audio/Music,,Commentary,,Hardware,,Podcasting,,Software,,Video,,Web,,iPhone Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #812: More from The MacNotables on the iPhone SDK, the Apple Laptop Ugrades, the iPhone in the Enterprise Market and More http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-812-more-from-the-macnotables-on-the-iphone-sdk-the-apple-laptop-ugrades-the-iphone-in-the-enterprise-market-and-more/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-812-more-from-the-macnotables-on-the-iphone-sdk-the-apple-laptop-ugrades-the-iphone-in-the-enterprise-market-and-more/#comments Fri, 29 Feb 2008 12:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-812-more-from-the-macnotables-on-the-iphone-sdk-the-apple-laptop-ugrades-the-iphone-in-the-enterprise-market-and-more/ Adam Engst, Ted Landau and Chuck Joiner are back for the second of a two-part discussion featuring more on the iPhone SDK, the iPhone in the enterprise market and how it is getting there. The trio offer provide some perspective on the newest updates to the MacBook and MacBook Pro laptops and the identify the characteristics of a good hardware upgrade, then turn their attention to why Adam finds eBay too time consuming and why Ted disagrees. The show wraps up by becoming “The Antique Road Show with the MacNotables,” including thoughts on why it is so hard to part with an older Mac.

Adam Engst	Ted Landau	Chuck Joiner

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-812-more-from-the-macnotables-on-the-iphone-sdk-the-apple-laptop-ugrades-the-iphone-in-the-enterprise-market-and-more/feed/ 24:49 Adam Engst, Ted Landau and Chuck Joiner are back for the second of a two-part discussion featuring more on the iPhone SDK, the iPhone in ... Adam Engst, Ted Landau and Chuck Joiner are back for the second of a two-part discussion featuring more on the iPhone SDK, the iPhone in the enterprise market and how it is getting there. The trio offer provide some perspective on the newest updates to the MacBook and MacBook Pro laptops and the identify the characteristics of a good hardware upgrade, then turn their attention to why Adam finds eBay too time consuming and why Ted disagrees. The show wraps up by becoming "The Antique Road Show with the MacNotables," including thoughts on why it is so hard to part with an older Mac. Adam Engst Ted Landau Chuck Joiner #160; #160; #160; Audio/Music,,Commentary,,Hardware,,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	Ted Landau	Chuck Joiner

]]> 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/ 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; 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 Breen

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.

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-810-christopher-breens-apple-tv-tips-part-2/feed/ 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. 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 Breen

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.

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-809-christopher-breens-apple-tv-tips-part-1/feed/ 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. Apple,TV,,Audio/Music,,Commentary,,Hardware,,Video Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #808: The MacNotables Conclude Their Discussion of Creative Expectations and Realities http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-808-the-macnotables-conclude-their-discussion-of-creative-expectations-and-realities/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-808-the-macnotables-conclude-their-discussion-of-creative-expectations-and-realities/#comments Thu, 14 Feb 2008 12:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-808-the-macnotables-conclude-their-discussion-of-creative-expectations-and-realities/ 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

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-808-the-macnotables-conclude-their-discussion-of-creative-expectations-and-realities/feed/ 27:43 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 ... 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 #160; #160; #160; Audio/Music,,Commentary,,Podcasting,,Productivity,,Software,,Video,,Web Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #807: Adam Engst and Andy Ihnatko Debate Today’s Creative Tools and The Expectations They Create http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-807-adam-engst-and-andy-ihnatko-debate-todays-creative-tools-and-the-expectations-they-create/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-807-adam-engst-and-andy-ihnatko-debate-todays-creative-tools-and-the-expectations-they-create/#comments Wed, 13 Feb 2008 12:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-807-adam-engst-and-andy-ihnatko-debate-todays-creative-tools-and-the-expectations-they-create/ In the second of a three-part series, Adam Engst, Andy Ihnatko and Chuck Joiner debate the relationship between the ease of use of today’s creative tools and the amount of time it takes to learn and use them. Are all the choices available to today’s Mac user a dream come true or a source of frustration. The MacNotables don’t agree on the point and discuss their views on the question.

Adam Engst	Andy Ihnatko	Chuck Joiner

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-807-adam-engst-and-andy-ihnatko-debate-todays-creative-tools-and-the-expectations-they-create/feed/ 27:55 In the second of a three-part series, Adam Engst, Andy Ihnatko and Chuck Joiner debate the relationship between the ease of use of today's creative ... In the second of a three-part series, Adam Engst, Andy Ihnatko and Chuck Joiner debate the relationship between the ease of use of today's creative tools and the amount of time it takes to learn and use them. Are all the choices available to today's Mac user a dream come true or a source of frustration. The MacNotables don't agree on the point and discuss their views on the question. Adam Engst Andy Ihnatko Chuck Joiner #160; #160; #160; Audio/Music,,Commentary,,Graphics/Photos,,Print,,Productivity,,Software,,Web Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #806: Adam Engst and Andy Ihnatko on Creative Motivation, The Adequacy of the Apple Tools, Their Latest Projects and More (Part 1) http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-806-adam-engst-and-andy-ihnatko-on-creative-motivation-the-adequacy-of-the-apple-tools-their-latest-projects-and-more-part-1/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-806-adam-engst-and-andy-ihnatko-on-creative-motivation-the-adequacy-of-the-apple-tools-their-latest-projects-and-more-part-1/#comments Tue, 12 Feb 2008 12:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-806-adam-engst-and-andy-ihnatko-on-creative-motivation-the-adequacy-of-the-apple-tools-their-latest-projects-and-more-part-1/ 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

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-806-adam-engst-and-andy-ihnatko-on-creative-motivation-the-adequacy-of-the-apple-tools-their-latest-projects-and-more-part-1/feed/ 35:28 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 ... 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 #160; #160; #160; Audio/Music,,Commentary,,Productivity,,Software,,Video,,Web,,iPhone Chuck Joiner no No MacNotables #805: The Further Adventures of Jim Dalrymple: Backstage with Ozzy, NAMM and The Grammys http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-805-the-further-adventures-of-jim-dalrymple-backstage-with-ozzy-namm-and-the-grammys/ http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-805-the-further-adventures-of-jim-dalrymple-backstage-with-ozzy-namm-and-the-grammys/#comments Mon, 11 Feb 2008 12:00:00 +0000 Chuck http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-805-the-further-adventures-of-jim-dalrymple-backstage-with-ozzy-namm-and-the-grammys/ Jimdalrymple0107-5

Jimdalrymple0107-5

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.

]]> http://www.macnotables.com/wordpress/macnotables-805-the-further-adventures-of-jim-dalrymple-backstage-with-ozzy-namm-and-the-grammys/feed/ 26:11 When he left Macworld Conference #38; Expo, Jim Dalrymple of Macworld was just getting started. Jim joins us from Hollywood (yes, Hollywood) to talk about ... When he left Macworld Conference #38; 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. Audio/Music,,Commentary,,Events,,Video Chuck Joiner no No