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MacVoicesTV #1213: Macworld | iWorld 2012 - Sheep Systems Helps Shepherd Time Machine and Bookmarks

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:02:34 -0500

At Macworld | iWorld 2012, Jerry Krinock explains how FileGoBack helps you find what you're looking for faster and easier in Time Machine, and how BookMacster will help you keep keep track of and sync your browser bookmarks across multiple Macs and even with your PC.

MacVoicesTV #1212: Macworld | iWorld 2012 - Splasm Shows Off A Diverse Variety of Utilities for Audio, Video, Finance and More

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:04:05 -0500

In the OS X Zone at Macworld | iWorld 2012, Terra Knoble, the Resident Pixie, Communications & Marketing for Splasm gave us a tour of their products that range from the casual to the productive, including CheckBook, CheckBook Pro, Audiobook Builder, Griddle and ViddyUp.

MacVoicesTV #1211: Macworld | iWorld 2012 - SoftClouds' eventScan Collects Event Data for CRM Software Integration

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:56:22 -0500

At Macworld | iWorld 2012, David Wetherelt of SoftClouds discusses eventScan, their solution for taking event attendee data, collecting it, and integrating it into your customer management realties system, including an iPhone client, and their latest service, mobi2Clouds.

MacVoicesTV #1210: Macworld | iWorld 2012 - Realmac Software Takes the Wraps Off Clear, Their New Things-To-Do App

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:52:07 -0500

On the show floor at Macworld | iWorld 2012, Nik Fletcher of Realmac Software talks about their new to-do iOS app, Clear, which sports a super-clean, intuitive user interface, the state of their flagship web site creation tool Rapidweaver
and what to expect in the next version.

MacVoicesTV #1209: Macworld | iWorld 2012 - Karelia Software Takes Web Publishing Tool Sandvox to the Next Level

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:49:03 -0500

At Macworld 2012, Dan Wood of Karelia Software shows off the newest features of Sandvox, their web site creation tool that makes authoring great-looking and fully functional web sites easy. With Lion enhancements, new photo options and more, this is the best version of Sandvox yet.

MacVoicesTV #1208: Macworld | iWorld 2012 - Smile Introduces PDFPen for iPad

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:14:44 -0500

The Road to Macworld | iWorld 2012 comes to an end and the real fun begins in San Francisco. Philip Goward of Smile takes the wraps off their latest effort, PDFPen for iPad. Boasting iCloud sync capabilities along with all the features of its desktop predecessor, PDFPen for iPad will let you get your work done on the go. Philip talks about why Smile is so excited about this release, and how they work to keep their products approachable.

MacVoicesTV #1207: Road to Macworld - Michael Jardine of Left Coast Logic Shows Off Their Productivity Apps

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:56:35 -0500

One of the many new exhibitors we're talking to on The Road to Macworld | iWorld 2012 is Michael Jardine, co-founder of Left Coast Logic. Michael explains the vision behind their products and how each fits into that vision,including ScrapBook, SmartDay, SmartCal and SmartPlans, why they made the choice to observe standards in calendaring and data sharing, and the unique aspects of their products that will make you want to stop by and see them in action at the show.

MacVoicesTV #1206: Road to Macworld - Chuck La Tournous Will Talk About Data Detectors, Parenting and Geeks in the Wild

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 16:53:46 -0500

The Road to Macworld | iWorld 2012 takes a Jersey turn in a conversation with Chuck La Tournous. Chuck lets us know why his geographic orientation will help him in his Macworld Rapid Fire session, talks about a little history with The Macworld All-Star Band and their appearance at this year's Cirque du Mac party, and his credentials to talk about Parenting in the Mobile Internet Age. The conversation raps up as he leaves host Chuck Joiner in the dark (literally) with a small sample of his session on being a geek in the great outdoors.

MacVoicesTV #1205: Road to Macworld - Joe Kissell Talks to Siri and Does One Thing At A Time

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 14:17:08 -0500

The Road to Macworld | iWorld 2012 starts in Paris for Joe Kissell, who is busy preparing for the two sessions he will present at the show. First, Joe previews his session that focuses on Apple's voice recognition software, Siri, and outlines some of the things he will talk about, both mainstream and advanced. Joe will go against the grain in his other session, discussing the advantages of unitasking. If that sounds surprising, Joe's approach to it will surprise you even more.

MacVoicesTV #1204: Road to Macworld – The Macworld Live Stage Schedule at Macworld | iWorld and More from Christopher Breen

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:40:05 -0500

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

MacVoicesTV #1203: Road to Macworld – Mapdiva Makes Both Cartography and Just Plain Drawing Easy

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:36:27 -0500

If The Road to Macworld | iWorld 2012 had a map, it was probably created with Ortelius from Mapdiva. Jill Saligoe-Simmel and Graham Cox talk about their unique cartography application, and why it takes a specialized tool set to successfully draw a map. Mapdiva doesn't just do maps, however. Artboard is an approachable vector drawing program that comes with plenty of included styles and clipart to get you started.

MacVoicesTV #1202: Road to Macworld - Jean MacDonald and Philip Goward on Smile's Double-Barrel Macworld | iWorld Presence

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 13:49:18 -0500

Our next stop on The Road to Macworld | iWorld 2012 is to chat with Jean MacDonald and Philip Goward of Smile. Taking a developer's perspective toward Macworld | iWorld, they explain what Smile gets out of its show floor presence, and it is so much that they will have two different booths at this year's event. They also profile their flagship products, PDFpen and TextExpander and more.

MacVoicesTV #1201: Buying Your Own Tech Gifts, MacBook Pro vs. MacBook Air and More

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 12:19:07 -0500

When the first MacJury for 2012 convened, they discovered no one had purchased tech gifts for them, but they had all bought goodies for themselves. The panel discusses their choices, some of which may surprise you, debate the pros and cons of the MacBook Pro laptops vs. the MacBook Air line, replacement applications for the latter, a utility that is needed from Apple and more. Those sharing their wisdom include Erik Bernskiold, Jeff Gamet, Steve Stanger and host Chuck Joiner.

MacVoicesTV #1196: Andy Ihnatko on The State of Internet Video Delivery and Apple

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 12:35:02 -0500

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

MacVoicesTV #1195: Bob LeVitus Plays Santa with Holiday Gift Ideas

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 09:31:03 -0500

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

MacVoicesTV #1194: Gilles BianRosa of Fanhattan Discusses How They Find The Media You Want…Wherever It Is

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 14:07:22 -0500

With the ever-increasing number of services offering movies, TV shows and more, it can be difficult to find what you want when you want it. Enter Fanhattan. Gilles BianRosa, CEO of Fanhattan explains how their service locates the movies, TV shows and more that you want to see, tells you how they are available (rent, buy, stream, etc.), and in many cases, lets you start watching right away, especially on an iDevice. Fanhattan goes beyond that, though, and connects you with all sorts of related content and materials to supplement your experience. Gilles covers all that, the future of Fanhattan on our televisions, and more.

MacVoicesTV #1193: Joe Kissell Takes Control of Mail on Your iPad, iPhone and iPod touch

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 13:47:46 -0500

In what may or may not be his last Take Control book of the year, Joe Kissell talks about the third edition of Take Control of Mail on Your iPad, iPhone and iPod touch. Yes, we know…you've been using Mail on your iDevices just fine up until now. What you don't know is that Mail has been undergoing many changes, especially in iOS 5, and now rivals many desktop mail programs. Joe reviews the changes and updates, and talks about why it may be all the mail program you need. Covering not just Apple's iCloud mail but also Gmail, an old dog email service that has learned new tricks and one feature that needs Apple's attention, Joe helps us further refine our email strategy with Apple's mobile devices in mind.

MacVoicesTV #1192: Tonya Engst Takes Control of the iPad

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 11:19:26 -0500

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

MacVoicesTV #1191: BlogWorld L.A. 2011 – Livefyre Ignites Your Site’s Commenting Options

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 15:01:06 -0500

From BlogWorld Los Angeles 2011, Jenna Langer, Director of Strategy for Livefyre explains how Livefyre replaces your site's commenting options with a fully-featured, real-time system that includes the ability to pull social media conversations into your blog, sharing options and much more. Jenna discusses the ease of implementation, their adaptive moderation, spam and profanity options and more.

MacVoicesTV #1190: BlogWorld L.A. 2011 - MeetingBurner Will Offer Low Cost, Full Featured Virtual Meetings

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 11:30:51 -0500

At BlogWorld Los Angeles 2011, Chris Van Dusen, Chief Marketing Office for MeetingBurner, talks about the features that differentiate their online meeting/webinar/conference service from the competition.

MacVoicesTV #1189: BlogWorld L.A. 2011 – Viddy Lets iPhone Video Shooters Get Creative

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 08:32:41 -0500

One of the most popular booths at BlogWorld Los Angeles 2011 was Viddy. Chris Ovitz, Chief Evangelist and SVP Business Development, introduces their iPhone app and service, talks about how it helps upgrade and share the videos you shoot, and how you will soon be able to have the Muppets appear in your videos. Yes, the Muppets.

MacVoicesTV #1188: BlogWorld L.A. 2011 - Allison Sheridan Discusses Accessibility for New Media Authors

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 11:58:32 -0500

From a corner of BlogWorld Los Angeles 2011, Allison Sheridan of the NosillaCast discussed her interest in making all forms of media content accessible to those with physical challenges. Allison provides some tips to make some simple tips for bloggers and podcasters, and talks about the unusual way she will make her point at her session at Macworld | iWorld in San Francisco in January.

MacVoicesTV #1187: BlogWorld L.A. 2011 - The MacJury Discusses The Expo and Social Media in Business and Beyond

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 11:44:58 -0500

At BlogWorld Los Angeles 2011, members of The MacJury took the opportunity to convene a rare in-person session to discuss the benefits and presentations at the show, social media in business, gaming and beyond, and more. Answering a very early-morning call to order were Mark Fuccio, Jean MacDonald, Omaha Sternberg and host Chuck Joiner.

MacVoicesTV #1186: BlogWorld L.A. 2011 - WeVideo Enables Collaborative Video Editing in the Cloud

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 16:44:16 -0500

From BlogWorld Los Angeles 2011, Jostein Svendsen, Chief Executive Officer for WeVideo, explains how their service puts your raw video files in the cloud, and then lets you and others edit them in a collaborative environment. The system takes advantage of server power to facilitate the process, and delivers a sophisticated yet easy-to-use editing platform, making live shooting and remote editing accessible to anyone.

MacVoicesTV #1185: BlogWorld L.A. 2011 - VoiceBase Makes Your Audio and Video Content Keyword Searchable

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 15:38:55 -0500

On the show floor at BlogWorld Los Angeles 2011, Jay Blazensky, Vice President of Development for VoiceBase, provides a demonstration of how their service analyzes, keywords and even transcribes audio audio content, whether standalone or in video. Find out how VoiceBase can make your content more accessible automatically.

MacVoicesTV #1184: BlogWorld L.A. 2011 - Don McAllister Introduces SCOtutor, An Easy Way to Learn Lion

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 14:30:39 -0500

While attending BlogWorld Los Angeles 2011, Don McAllister took a break to talk about his new app, SCOtutor for Lion. Taking Don's trademark training to a new level, SCOtutor for Lion adds a variety of enhancements to make it the perfect way for new and experienced users to learn OS X Lion. Don outlines all the app offers, discusses the experience of creating and getting an app approved, and more.

MacVoicesTV #1183: BlogWorld L.A. 2011 – Pond5 Delivers Stock Media Affordably and Directly

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 22:15:12 -0500

At BlogWorld Los Angeles 2011, Chris Hwang, Business Developent & Operations for Pond5, profiles their affordable collection of stock media, including photos, video, sound effects, music, After Effects, photos and illustrations. Differentiating themselves to both authors and consumers, Pond5 allows media creators to set their own price, and customers to buy without the need for credits or other complications.

MacVoicesTV #1182: Maria Langer Helps You Make Movies

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 16:25:32 -0500

Maria Langer has just published her first Maria's Guides title, Making Movies: A Guide for Serious Amateurs, and discusses what it delivers for the budding filmmaker. Choosing not to focus on hardware or software geekery, Maria helps you understand movie making from a practical, creative standpoint. The book is based on her experiences in shooting a mini-documentary, Cherries: From Tree to Truck; because it draws from a real project and not a sample file, you'll find Maria's guidance the perfect way to improve your video projects. The discussion includes some simple but effective techniques for using both b-roll and still photos, a few tricks to help improve the look of things, and her biggest surprise in making the video.

MacVoicesTV #1181: Boston Final Cut Pro SuperMeet - A Matrox Tech Demo and Thunderbolt Hardware

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 16:16:01 -0500

The only tech demo at the Boston Final Cut Pro SuperMeet was provided by Matrox. Along with their other products, Eric Zaino updated us with the latest enhancements to their MX02 line, talked about how their hardware supports legacy video editing systems as well as Apple's new Thunderbolt technology, and more.

MacVoicesTV #1180: Boston Final Cut Pro SuperMeet - A Look Behind The Scenes of the SuperMeet

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 14:40:37 -0500

Backstage at the Boston Final Cut Pro SuperMeet, Jason Lawlor of HB Group talks about the technical challenges of putting on the presentation part of a Final Cut Pro SuperMeet, especially when there are a variety of presenters, and a high-profile featured speaker like Walter Murch.

MacVoicesTV #1179: Boston Final Cut Pro SuperMeet – G-Technology Delivers High-Performance Video Storage Solutions

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 10:34:58 -0500

At the Boston Final Cut Pro SuperMeet, Pete Schlatter, Director of Business Development for Professional Products at G-Technology, shows off the many high performance storage solutions that are especially suited for video production, including the G-Connect, that includes a Wi-Fi hotspot, and streams video straight from the drive to up to three devices.

MacVoicesTV #1178: Boston Final Cut Pro SuperMeet - Apogee Electronics' Audio Solutions for Media Producers

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 13:03:19 -0400

Demonstrating the hardware offerings of Apogee Electronics at the Boston Final Cut Pro SuperMeet, Brad Delava shows off their audio interfaces and products, including the upcoming Duet 2 USB audio interface, the Mic, a microphone solution for the iPad, and more.

MacVoicesTV #1177: Boston Final Cut Pro SuperMeet - Niclas Bahn Profiles Noise Industries' FxFactory

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 20:08:49 -0400

At the Boston Final Cut Pro SuperMeet, Nicholas Bahn of Noise Industries introduces us to the App Store for FCP plugins, FxFactory. Delivering not only their own plugins, but those of third-party developers, FxFactory is a one-stop solution for finding the software to give your videos exactly the look and effects you want. Nicholas explains how it works and why it is so easy to try almost any plugin available through FxFactory.

MacVoicesTV #1176: Boston Final Cut Pro SuperMeet – Blackmagicdesign Hardware and Software For the Video Professional

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 14:20:48 -0400

On the show floor at the Boston Final Cut Pro SuperMeet, Director of DaVinci Sales Bob Caniglia for Blackmagicdesign talks about their position on Final Cut X, their hardware products how they can roundtrip projects between Final Cut Studio and Final Cut X in software, SSD drives and more.

MacVoicesTV #1175: Boston Final Cut Pro SuperMeet - GenArts Gives Your Videos The Sapphire Edge

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 08:57:45 -0400

From the exhibit hall floor at Boston Final Cut Pro SuperMeet, Katie Lyon and Stephen Bash, Product Marketing Managers for GenArts, show off Sapphire Edge, the plugins that let you create unique looks for your video projects in Final Cut Pro and Sony Vegas. Katie talks about how it all works, and Stephen provides a quick demo of just how easy it is to add a Sapphire Edge effect.

MacVoicesTV #1174: Boston Final Cut Pro SuperMeet - Getting More Done with the Contour Design ShuttlePRO v2

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 09:34:29 -0400

At the Boston Final Cut Pro SuperMeet, Heather Beauchemin, Shuttle Account Manager for Contour Design shows off the ShuttlePRO v2 the controller that lets you get more done faster. Heather explains how the 15 buttons on the device can be programmed not just for Final Cut Pro, but for any application on your Mac, talks about where to find the latest template libraries to get you up and running fast, and more.

MacVoicesTV #1173: Jeff Carlson Helps You Get Visually QuickStarted with Adobe Photoshop Elements 10

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 14:56:23 -0400

In the second of a two part interview covering his two new books, Jeff Carlson turns his attention to Photoshop Elements 10 for Windows and Mac OS X: Visual QuickStart Guide, and the latest version of Adobe's graphics program that brings the power of Photoshop to near mortals. Jeff explains some of the new features in the Organizer to help us all deal with the flood of photos coming from our cameras and iDevices, and some of the legendary Photoshop magic that is more accessible in Elements than in the original program. The book has changed to reflect how people are taking and using photos now as compared to only a few years ago; Jeff talks about those changes, the various editing modes and what they do, and more.

MacVoicesTV #1172: Jeff Carlson on Getting to Know the iPad and iOS 5

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 11:27:48 -0400

In the first of a two part interview to discuss his latest books, Jeff Carlson offers advice from Meet the iPad and iOS 5 to help new and experienced users alike get the most out of the device. How he approached the subject, how iOS 5 has transformed the iPad experience, some favorite apps to get the new iPad owner involved, and whether this is really a post-PC device are all part of the discussion.

MacVoicesTV #1171: Joe Kissell Takes Control of iCloud

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 16:34:34 -0400

Joe Kissell just completed his latest effort, Take Control of iCloud, and takes a short break to talk about one of Apple's most ambitious efforts yet. After reminding us that iCloud is, at least for the basic service level, free, Joe explains how you need to think of iCloud as different than other online offerings, some strategies to follow to convert from MobileMe, and how to make sense of the Apple ID situation as well as your .me and .mac addresses. iCloud brings with it a roster of services and capabilities; Joe walks us through them from a practical perspective and gets you ready for your move to the cloud.

MacVoicesTV #1170: Tim Angel of ZooGue Discusses Their Latest Products for the iPad and Beyond

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 14:13:09 -0400

Tim Angel of ZooGue is back to discuss two of their new products, the iPad BinderPad Pouch and the almost-free iPad Earphone Wrap / Stylus Holder. ZooGue has a reputation for producing functional iPad cases and utilities; Tim talks about their design, the original Case Genius for iPad, and his unique demo method.

MacVoicesTV #1169: An Eclectic Discussion with Jim Dalrymple at HAC

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 15:43:16 -0400

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

MacVoicesTV #1167: Adam Engst Discusses Lion and Post-Jobs Apple at PMUG

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 11:09:27 -0400

Adam Engst and Chuck Joiner recently appeared via iChat at the Portland Macintosh User Group's September meeting to discuss how Apple will fare after Steve Jobs' resignation as CEO and Lion's first month performance. Along the way, Adam covers his move from Eudora, why he really doesn't really use the Mac OS, the end of the desktop metaphor and why Star Trek tech is "clunky."

MacVoicesTV #1168: Joe Kissell Takes Control of Backing Up Your Mac

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 10:56:16 -0400

Joe Kissell, fresh off a relocation in Paris, talks about his new place before explaining why his latest Take Control book, Take Control of Backing Up Your Mac, combines and updates several previous titles, and why it was time for the change. Joe takes us through how changes in the Mac OS and technology in general have affected backup strategy and design, some of the options that have fallen from favor, and why. The new book is for the person who wants to be told what to do, and also for those who want to explore the many alternatives available. Joe explains how he accomplishes the mix and outlines his current preferred backup methods.

MacVoicesTV #1166: Joe Kissell Takes Full Control of Upgrading to Lion

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 11:05:38 -0400

Joe Kissell has been living with OS X 10.7 Lion for some time now, and shares some of the bleeding-edge wisdom from his new book, Take Control of Upgrading to Lion v1.1. Whether you plan to install Lion immediately, or wait a few weeks for the dust to settle, Joe can help you make the transition safely and easily. We talk to Joe about what the recovery petition can and can't do, some apps that require you to do data conversions before, not after, doing the upgrade, and why you may want to plan a night out around your Lion install.

MacVoicesTV #1165: Tonya Engst on How iOS 5 Will Affect Publishers of All Kinds, Advertisers and Consumers

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 15:29:46 -0400

Tonya Engst saw the WWDC keynote announcements through a publisher's eyes, and shares her thoughts on what things like Reader in Safari and the NewsStand app will mean for everyone involved. TidBITS is available through a number of channels now (at least one of which we didn't know about until Tonya told us). Tonya talks about what it will mean for their distribution model, and why Apple may be able to calm the maelstrom that has been the delivery of iOS content and ebooks. Switching sides, Tonya also provides some perspective on these changes from the advertiser and consumer perspectives, names her favorite WWDC announcement, and what we will remember about iOS 5 in the distant future.

MacVoicesTV #1164: Michael E. Cohen Takes Control of TextExpander

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 10:18:01 -0400

Michael E. Cohen has added to the Take Control library with Take Control of TextExpander. Michael describes his transition from an author on a project to a TextExpander fan, then covers some of the features that make TextExpander appropriate for users of all levels, needs big and small. Able to handle not just text, but graphics, AppleScripts, Unix command line scrips and more, TextExpander can help you get your work done faster. Michael steers us through some real-world examples, talks about the iDevice version of the program, TextExpander touch, and what readers can expect to get from the book.

MacVoicesTV #1163: Joe Kissell Takes Control of Troubleshooting Your Mac for the Second Time

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 09:59:45 -0400

Joe Kissell is back to cover another in his trilogy of Mac performance books, this time covering the newest revision to Take Control of Troubleshooting Your Mac. Things keep getting more complex, so your troubleshooting skills have to match. Joe discusses how his own experiences drove this revision, how he selects what topics to cover, and why it is important to learn how to think like a troubleshooter. To get started, Joe talks about corrupt pref files, Time Machine problems and why running Disk Utility isn't necessarily the second thing to do when a problem arises.

MacVoicesTV #1162: Joe Kissell Takes Control of Speeding Up Your Mac

Tue, 31 May 2011 14:38:56 -0400

In what turns out is the third book in a trilogy of Mac performance information, Joe Kissell has released Take Control of Speeding Up Your Mac. While it didn't start out as a series, this book joins Take Control of Troubleshooting Your Mac and Take Control of Maintaining Your Mac to help you get and keep the best performance possible on your Mac. Joe explains how he applies the scientific approach to the subject, and makes the techniques accessible to both geeks and non-geeks alike. Hardware, software, defragmentation and off-the-shelf maintenance utilities are just some of the points covered in this discussion, and are only a small sample of what is in what might be Joe's most important book yet.

MacVoicesTV #1161: Mark Fuccio Discusses Start-Ups, Funding and Finding the Tech Market Sweet Spot

Tue, 24 May 2011 16:41:57 -0400

Mark Fuccio is off on a new adventure, helping tech start-ups...start up. There are many challenges facing anyone trying to bring a product, hardware or software, to market. Mark discusses some of those, including determining the right price, finding funding through a variety of sources, and some of the pitfalls that are and are not obvious. He shares his thoughts on the Kickstarter model, and covers how his new company, Tactics will offer consulting on all of this and more. If you have a product or even just an idea, you'll want to hear Mark's thoughts on your next step.

MacVoicesTV #1160: Jeff Gamet on a Google-Free Lifestyle (Sort-of)

Mon, 23 May 2011 11:33:44 -0400

Jeff Gamet caused some confusion during a recent MacJury appearance when he revealed that he had adopted a Google-free lifestyle, and we wanted to get to the bottom of it. Jeff explains what he meant by his comment, what Google apps he has removed from his Macs, and what pushed him to do it. Jeff and host Chuck Joiner also discuss the advantages and disadvantages of keeping your data in the cloud, and whether it is time to start rationing your bandwidth.

MacVoicesTV #1159: Review of the Case Genius iPad 1 Case from ZooGue

Fri, 20 May 2011 10:05:59 -0400

A look at the versatility that makes the Case Genius for iPad by ZooGue an excellent choice.

MacVoicesTV #1158: Dan Wood Introduces Web Publishing Solution Sandvox 2

Thu, 12 May 2011 13:57:29 -0400

Karelia Software just released the latest version of their web publishing software Sandvox 2, and Dan Wood is anxious to show it off. In a discussion that is part interview, part screencast, Dan demonstrates just how easy it is to build a gorgeous, sophisticated web site in minutes, all without catching even a glimpse of HTML (unless you want to). Don't let the clean, sleek exterior fool you. Sandvox 2 has plenty of horsepower under the hood, and can handle audio and video files with drag-and-drop ease, embeds from YouTube and other video services with ease, and all of the social network niceties that are required in today's web publishing environment. Find out all that Sandvox has to offer, who it is best suited for and more.

MacVoicesTV #1157: Bob "Dr. Mac" LeVitus on Incredible iPad Apps and iPad for Dummies

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 13:41:08 -0400

Bob "Dr. Mac" LeVitus is back to catch us up with his two latest books, Incredible iPad Apps For Dummies and iPad For Dummies (For Dummies (Computer/Tech)), tell us about why some apps are great no matter how new or old they are and names some favorites and some classics. Bob also talks about his upcoming user group appearances in his Mid-Atlantic MUG Tour.

MacVoicesTV #1156 - Jeff Carlson on Taking Control of iPad Media

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 23:02:29 -0400

Jeff Carlson has been busy updating his Take Control of iPad Media to the second edition, and talks about the changes iOS 4.3, Airplay and the iPad 2 have brought to Apple's tablet. If you want to get the most from your iPad 1 or iPad 2, find out how new and optimized tools for media conversion, key apps and the evolution of the platform has made it an even more capable and useful device.

MacVoicesTV #1155: Steve Sande Takes Control of iWeb '09 Updates and Enhancements

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 17:20:42 -0400

Steve Sande has updated his Take Control of iWeb '09 to version 1.1 to reflect the changes and additions to Apple's web publishing program, even though it didn't get a full update in iLife '11. Steve talks about where iWeb is and where it is going. Even if you don't plan to use it as your main web authoring solution, iWeb '09 has a place in your toolkit. New additions from both Apple and third parties have upped iWeb's game; find out how you can get more out of the program under Steve's guidance.

MacVoicesTV #1154: Joe Kissell Takes Control of Big and Easy Backups in Mac OS X

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 17:03:48 -0400

Mac expert Joe Kissell has been busy, this time updating not one but two of his most important books, Take Control of Easy Mac Backups
and Take Control of Mac OS X Backups, Fifth Edition
. You've got a backup strategy, so you're done, right? Wrong. Joe discusses his three-prong approach to backups and why it is important to periodically review your procedures. why two backup books, the latest changes to the world of backups, and some new entries with some new capabilities are all part of the conversation.

MacVoicesTV #1153: John Martellaro Talks About His Disappointment in the iPad 2

Sat, 05 Mar 2011 23:31:19 -0500

When Steve Jobs left the stage in San Francisco following the iPad 2 announcement, everyone was happy with the new model. Well, almost everyone. John Martellaro of The Mac Observer wasn't as wowed as he would have liked, and wrote an article that drew plenty of interesting responses. John joins us to talk about why he was disappointed, but will buy an iPad 2 anyway, and the many and varied comments that have been directed his way.

MacVoicesTV #1152: Macworld 2011 - Wrapping Up Macworld 2011

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 11:00:14 -0500

The last show of our Macworld 2011 coverage summarizes the week, thanks a whole lot of people, and includes a little fun from start to finish.

MacVoicesTV #1151: Macworld 2011 – The Macworld All-Star Band Rocks Cirque du Mac 8 (How to Download)

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 13:02:51 -0500

The Cirque du Mac party was a much-anticipated event at Macworld 2011, with the annual appearance of the Macworld All-Star Band. Enjoy a highlight of Macworld week, and the after-hours musical efforts of (in alphabetical order): Christopher Breen, Bryan Chaffin, Dave Hamilton, Paul Kent, Chuck La Tournous, Bob LeVitus and Duane Straub.

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MacVoicesTV #1150: Macworld 2011 - The Mac Roundtable Discusses The Future of the Mac OS

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 16:45:57 -0500

At Macworld 2011, members of The Mac Roundtable take the Macworld Live Stage to discuss the future of the Mac OS.

Participants include:

Victor Cajiao - The Typical Mac User Podcast
John Chambers - The One Minute Tip
Katie Floyd - Mac Power Users
Chuck Joiner - The MacVoices Group
Don McAllister - ScreenCastsOnline
Joseph Nilo - HiLo Media
Ken Ray - Mac OS Ken
Allison Sheridan - The NosillaCast
David Sparks - Mac Power Users
Tim Verpoorten - The MacReviewCast

MacVoicesTV #1149: Macworld 2011 - Jeff Gamet Provides Perspective and Insight on Macworld 2011 and Beyond

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 14:00:09 -0500

As the show floor starts to thin out at Macworld 2011, we caught Jeff Gamet from The Mac Observer for a quick chat about this year's show, how it went, who showed up and why, and where it is going in the future. Jeff comments on what show-goers and exhibitors came away with, and looks forward to next year.

MacVoicesTV #1148: Macworld 2011 - Mophie's juice pack Keeps Your iPhone Going

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 09:45:41 -0500

At Macworld 2011, Jon Bradley of Mophie updates us on their latest crop of juice pack iPhone cases. Jon shows off the juice pack air that keeps your iPhone going all day, and the juice pack plus that keeps it going all weekend, both available for the AT&T and Verizon iPhones. New to Mophie this year is their workbook iPad case, and Jon explains what makes it special.

MacVoicesTV #1147: Macworld 2011 - Dolly Drive Sends Your Data Through Time Machine to the Cloud

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 15:35:32 -0500

From Macworld 2011, Anthony Palermo of Dolly Drive introduces us to their cloud backup service that is unique because it uses Apple's Time Machine interface. With more and more users becoming familiar with Time Machine functionality, Dolly Drive can be a logical extension to your backup strategy. Anthony explains the current state of Dolly Drive, how it helps you keep local backups as well, and outlines some features to be released in the near future.

MacVoicesTV #1146: Macworld 2011 - Koamtac's KDL Bar Code Scanners Get Info In To Your iPad Quickly and Accurately

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 13:35:29 -0500

We stopped by the Koamtac booth at Macworld 2011 to talk to Al Fortuner about the KDC line of barcode scanners. Their claim to fame is that they require no software to do the job. With Bluetooth capabilities, these scanners let you quickly and easily enter information into any inventory system or document on your iPad. The KDL scanners work with any software that is set up to collect data, including iForm, email, Filemaker Go and more.

MacVoicesTV #1145: Macworld 2011 - Audioengine Delivers A Variety of Desktop Audio Solutions

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 11:15:36 -0500

At a rare short break in the action at the Audioengine booth at Macworld 2011, Brady Bargenquast shows off the various high quality desktop audio options they offer, including speakers, amps, sub woofers and wireless connectivity. Even on a noisy tradeshow floor, the Audioengine quality can be distinguished.

MacVoicesTV #1144: Macworld 2011 - Melody Akhtari Discusses Her Carrer Moves

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 09:15:20 -0500

At Macworld 2011, we caught up with Melody Akhtari who won last year's Drobo "Spirit of Macworld " video contest. This year she is the co-hostess of SGNL, a video show about Sony products. Melody tells us how it happened, what else she's up to, and how she'll decide her next career move.

MacVoicesTV #1143: Macworld 2011 - Ken Ray on the Macworld Industry Forum, the Evolution of the Show, and His Latest, Mac OS Ken Live

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 14:45:15 -0500

From Macworld 2011, Ken Ray of Mac OS Ken, explains why he was so impressed with the Macworld Industry Forum, how he sees Macworld evolving, and what he found most important. Ken also talks about why he decided to do a live show, his habits as a Mac user and more.

MacVoicesTV #1142: Macworld 2011 - GelaSkins Customizes Everything from Your iPod to Your Drobo

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 11:00:12 -0500

From the GelaSkins booth at Macworld 2011, Cale Fair of GelaSkins and Mark Fuccio of Drobo talk about how GelaSkins lets you make your Drobo, or almost any of your Apple devices, something unique. Select from thousands of designs provided by Drobo's artists, National Geographic, Marvel Comics, Dark Horse Comics or upload your own. Cale also talks about their unique approach to a Macworld booth, and Mark explains why Drobo partnered with GelaSkins.

MacVoicesTV #1141: Macworld 2011 - Omaha Sternberg On Gaming At Macworld and Just How Important Games Are to Apple

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 09:30:04 -0500

At Macworld 2011, Omaha Sternberg of iGame Radio talks about her part in the "Parenting in the Age of the Internet" panel, and shares her perspective on gaming and Macworld. She points out the obvious but often overlooked indicators that reveal how important games are in the Mac and iOS spaces, and shares her current personal gaming picks.

MacVoicesTV #1140: Macworld 2011 - Readdle's Stable of Products Let You Do More With Your iDevice

Sun, 13 Feb 2011 16:00:30 -0500

At Macworld 2011, Igor Zhadanov of Readdle profiles their family of iDevice apps, including PDF Expert that lets you fill out forms on your iDevice, ReaddleDocs, that handles document viewing and management; Scanner Pro that lets your iPhone camera act as a document scanner, and Calendars, a Google Calendar client.

MacVoicesTV #1139: Macworld 2011 - soundmatters Delivers the foxl Portable, Pocket-Sized Speaker

Sun, 13 Feb 2011 14:45:19 -0500

On the show floor at Macworld 2011, Lee Adams of soundmatters shows off the foxl, their pocket-sized Bluetooth speaker. Lee explains how they get around the inevitable trade-off between size and sound by using the battery as the woofer, and how it can be used powered or portable, tethered or wireless.

MacVoicesTV #1138: Macworld 2011 - ZAGG Protects Your iPad and Adds a Keyboard at the Same Time

Sat, 12 Feb 2011 18:00:23 -0500

ZAGG scored a "Best of Show" award at Macworld 2011 with their ZAGGmate iPad case and optional keyboard. Jason Melville explains how the ZAGGmate offers protecting while in transit, and improved function when in use, including the ability to angle for typing, viewing or other activities, and the addition of a Bluetooth keyboard to facilitate data input.

MacVoicesTV #1137: Macworld 2011 - Aquafadas Shows Off Digital Content Creation Tools

Sat, 12 Feb 2011 10:00:04 -0500

From a very busy Aquafadas booth at Macworld 2011, Matthieu Kopp explains how they are providing a variety of tools for digital publication and digital distribution. Working with a currently unreleased plug-in for Adobe InDesign, Matthieu shows just how easy it can be to create a rich-media magazine-type document, then distribute it to the iPad, and talks about how this is just a sample of some of the authoring tools coming from Aquafadas.

MacVoicesTV #1136: Macworld 2011 - Paul Kafasis of Rogue Amoeba Discusses How Airfoil Can Send Your Mac's Audio Anywhere

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 16:00:50 -0500

At Macworld 2011, Paul Kafasis of Rogue Amoeba provides his thoughts on the show before updating us on the newest version of their audio-anywhere utility, AirFoil 4. Not just for iTunes music, Paul explains how Airfoil will send your Mac's audio to your iOS devices, other computers, and even your Apple TV home theater.

MacVoicesTV #1135: Macworld 2011 - zBoost Boosts Your iPhone Signal Strength in Your Home, Office or Car

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 12:52:16 -0500

Suffering from weak cell phone signal on your iPhone? At Macworld 2011, Katie McNamara of Wi-Ex explains how the zBoost can boost your signal for both voice and data. Whether you mount the antenna inside or outside your house, zBoost will seamlessly help give you better coverage in your home or even in your car.

MacVoicesTV #1134: Macworld 2011 - Fujitsu Makes Mobile Scanning Better Than Ever

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 11:06:56 -0500

On the show floor at Macworld 2011, Doug Cripps of Fujitsu introduces us to the new Fujitsu ScanSnap S1100 mobile scanner. Small, light and rugged, the S1100 looks like a perfect scanner option for the mobile user. Doug shows off the speed of the scanner, explains how it scans to PDF, Evernote, Google Docs, Word, Excel, and more, and where it fits in with the already successful line of ScanSnap products.

MacVoicesTV #1133: Macworld 2011 - apps-and-more Bring German Fun and Culture to Your iDevice

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 09:00:14 -0500

A notable stop in the Mobile Apps Showcase at Macworld 2011 was the apps-and-more booth, where Apps and More showed off their add-ons for your iDevice that turn it into a cuckoo clock, beersongs, an app that let you get into the spirit of Octoberfest, and their vocal prowess with the latter.

MacVoicesTV #1132: Macworld 2011 - HRT iStreamer Puts Back What Your Music Lost

Sat, 12 Feb 2011 17:52:53 -0500

In the High Resolution Technologies booth at Macworld 2011, Michael Hobson explains how their HRT iStreamer improves the sound of the music coming from your Mac or iDevice. An external digital-to-analog converter and interface, the iStreamer provides superior sound just by plugging it in.

MacVoicesTV #1131: Macworld 2011 – iGrill Lets You Keep Track of Your Dinner’s Progress At A Distance

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 14:15:13 -0500

A booth that drew lots of attention at Macworld 2011 was iGrill. Chris Allen tells us why their Bluetooth meat thermometer makes more sense than one would think at first glance. With the companion iOS app, you can keep track of your meat's doneness without having to actually be there. Chris reviews the features and we resist the urge to make the same tired jokes he heard all show long.

MacVoicesTV #1130: Macworld 2011 - Greg Scown of Smile on Their Apps in the Mac App Store, Recent Updates and More

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 11:15:11 -0500

In the Smile booth at Macworld 2011, Greg Scown talks about the choices both they and their customers make when buying apps through Apple's Mac App Store or direct from them. Greg explains the benefits and tradeoffs of each option, making it clear that here are no bad choices. Greg also updates us on the latest enhancements to the Smile Apps, including PDF Pen.

MacVoicesTV #1129: Macworld 2011 - Other World Computing Provides 'Three Screen' Home Media Center Solution

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 09:15:33 -0500

In the Other World Computing booth at Macworld 2011, Chris Haeffner shows off their new "three screen" OWC Media Center Solution that puts together an OWC mass-storage solution with a variety of separately available software solutions to provide a full-featured home theater. Chris walks us through the software involved, how they pre-set everything, and the capabilities for your Mac, big-screen TV, and mobile device.

MacVoicesTV #1128: Macworld 2011 - Jordan Rudess on Building and Playing His Music App, MorphWiz

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 14:30:40 -0500

In the Mobile App Showcase at Macworld 2011, Jordan Rudess of Dream Theater and the creator of MorphWiz talks about the move from analog to digital from a music perspective, his inspiration for the app, and how it brings some of the feel back. Starting out as a demo, Jordan takes us over the rainbow with an impromptu performance on MorphWiz on his iPad.

MacVoicesTV #1127: Macworld 2011 - Ten One Design's Fling Adds An Intuitive Game Controller to Your iPad

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 11:30:42 -0500

Taking home a "Best of Show" award for the second year in a row, Peter Skinner of Ten One Design talks about the Fling in their booth at Macworld 2011. The Fling adds a simple but very effective analog game controller to your iPad that can be removed at any time. Peter explains how it works without even a dock connector, and why you'll want to tell your friends but not your opponents.

MacVoicesTV #1126: Macworld 2011 - Best-of-Show Winner Boom Makes Your Mac Louder

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 09:00:12 -0500

Picking up one of the "Best of Show" awards at Macworld 2011, Rahul Shetty of Global Delight explains the simplicity and utility of their new product, Boom. Want your music louder on your Mac? How about the audio from any application or web site? Boom makes it easy, increasing volume up to 400% with no distortion, all through software. No external speakers or boxes to deal with, just improved volume, and for only $4.99.

MacVoicesTV #1125: Macworld 2011 - Oliver Breidenbach Discusses How BoinxTV Home Puts a TV Studio at Your House

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 17:30:47 -0500

In a different setting at Macworld 2011, Oliver Breidenbach, the CEO of Boinx Software, talks about their latest offering. BoinxTV Home brings the power of BoinxTV to the home, turning your Mac into a video production studio. Boinx has been careful to keep all the fun stuff in the home version, including green screen effects, lower thirds, transitions and much more. Oliver talks about how it compares to iMovie '11, and how you can leverage the knowledge gained in BoinxTV Home when you're ready to move up to the full version.

MacVoicesTV #1124: Macworld 2011 - Mark Hollis of MacPractice Discusses Electronic Medical Records Funding and the MacBook Air in Medicine

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 14:45:27 -0500

In the MacPractice booth at Macworld 2011, Mark Hollis updates us on recent developments in medical practice administration, including the High Tech Act which makes funding available to physicians for conversion to electronic medical records. MacPractice is the only medical office software ready and able to help practitioners get those funds. Mark reviews that capability, covers how they assist in the transfer from other systems to MacPractice, then turns his attention to the iPad in medicine, and makes a case for the MacBook Air as a important medical tool.

MacVoicesTV #1123: Macworld 2011 - Jean MacDonald of Smile and Mark Fuccio of Drobo Talk About Their Companies' Place in the Mac Community

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 09:00:53 -0500

From the show floor at Macworld 2011, Jean MacDonald of Smile and Mark Fuccio of Drobo talk about how their companies have become an active, supporting part of the Mac community, how it happened, why it happened, and the benefits they reap from it. While one is hardware and one is software, Drobo and Smile share more similarities than you might think. Find out what they are and why you should care.

MacVoicesTV #1122: Macworld 2011 - The ZooGue Case Genius Lets Your iPad Stand, Lay and Even Dribble

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 20:00:26 -0500

In one of the best demos at Macworld 2011, Tim Angel of ZooGue shows off the stability of their Case Genius iPad case by dribbling it. Case Genius will put your iPad at any angle, strap it to your hand or to an airline seat and more.

MacVoicesTV #1121: Macworld 2011 - Recosoft Converts InDesign Documents to Word with ID2Office

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 15:00:50 -0500

On the show floor at Macworld 2011, Paul Chadha of Recosoft shows off the latest addition to their document conversion arsenal, ID2Office. Seamlessly converting Adobe InDesign documents to work in Microsoft Office, ID2Office works as an InDesign plug-in, provides fully editable text and graphics, and does it all in only a few seconds.

MacVoicesTV #1120: Macworld 2011 - Vimeo Offers Online Video Hosting and Sharing for Producers of All Levels

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 23:15:56 -0500

In the Vimeo booth at At Macworld 2011, Max Schwartz explains why Vimeo is the perfect video sharing solution for home movies as well as feature film-type projects. Covering groups, channels and methods of delivery to viewers, Max highlights the generous upload specs for both the normal and pro accounts, covers their position on Flash vs. HTML5, and introduces you to Vimeo Video School, a free resource to help you produce better videos.

MacVoicesTV #1124: Macworld 2011 - Mark Hollis of MacPractice Discusses Electronic Medical Records Funding and the MacBook Air in Medicine

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 14:45:59 -0500

MacVoicesTV #1119: Macworld 2011 - Andy Ihnatko Calls His Macworld Picks Before Even Seeing Them

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 09:19:29 -0500

At Macworld 2011, Andy Ihnatko of The Chicago Sun-Times explains where he was for the first two and a half days of the show, and what caught his attention before he got there. Andy also talks about the importance of Macworld, and how it provides a platform for people with ideas to get the word out.

MacVoicesTV #1118: Macworld 2011 - Navigon Adds iPad Enhancements,, Active Lane Assistant, Brand Icons and More to their Navigation App

Sun, 06 Feb 2011 17:30:15 -0500

On the show floor at at Macworld 2011, Johan-Till Broer of Navigon talks about the latest version of their iPhone and now iPad navigation app, Navigon Mobile Navigator. Now fully compatible with the iPad and taking advantage of the larger screen with features such as split screens and Active Lane Assistant, Navigon strengthens their position as a nav app of choice, no matter where in the world you are driving. Johan-Till takes us through what's new, their exclusive use of brand icons to help you find points of interest, including of Zagat Guide ratings and more.

MacVoicesTV #1117: Macworld 2011 – Dexium Delivers Power Saving Options for the iPhone 4

Sun, 06 Feb 2011 12:02:26 -0500

At Macworld 2011, Kiersten Moffat of Dexium talks about two of their new products. The Visible G, a smart iPhone charger that saves power once the attached iPhone charges, and provides visible feedback on the status of charge right in the cord, using EL lighting. Dexium's Super-Juice iPhone Case gives your iPhone 4 more staying power while protecting it in style.

MacVoicesTV #1116: Macworld 2011 - Dragon Dictate Lets You Talk to Your Mac...and It Talks Back

Sat, 05 Feb 2011 17:33:08 -0500

At Macworld 2011 in the Nuance booth, Peter Mahoney, Senior Vice President & General Manager, covers their place in the Mac market, both on the Mac with Dragon Dictate and on the iPhone with the free apps, Dragon Dictation and Dragon Search. Now you can have a full, two-way conversation with your Mac; Peter discusses the implications of a voice interface in a work environment, the new features of Dictate, its parity with its Windows counterpart, and why that is especially important as more and more users switch to the Mac.

MacVoicesTV #1114: Macworld 2011 - Other World Computing Ups the Ante in Solid State Drives for the MacBook Air

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 12:27:29 -0500

In the Other World Computing
booth at Macworld 2011
, Grant Dahlke
once again shows what a stunning difference an SSD (solid state drive) can make in computing performance. Grant shows off OWC's Mercury Extreme Pro
drives that make your MacBook Air the fast Mac laptop you've ever used.

MacVoicesTV #1115: Macworld 2011 - BusyMac Gets Busier with BusyToDo

Sat, 05 Feb 2011 16:30:21 -0500

In the BusyMac booth at Macworld 2011, John Chaffee shows off BusyToDo, their iOS app that automatically syncs your task list in iCal or BusyCal using Apple's MobileMe. John explains both the capabilities and requirements of the system, and how it will help you keep up with your busy schedule.

MacVoicesTV #1113: Macworld 2011 - Kanex Connects Your Mac to HDMI Video

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 11:02:09 -0500

On the show floor at Macworld 2011, Jessica Pascual of Kanex talks about their cabling solutions that provide HDMI connections, audio and video, for almost any Mac without additional adapters or expense.

MacVoicesTV #1112: Macworld 2011 – The Worth Ave. Group Protects Your Electronic Devices Beyond Your Homeowners Insurance

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 09:23:24 -0500

From the show floor at Macworld 2011, Gretchen Cathey of the Worth Ave.. Group explains why your homeowner's insurance isn't enough when it comes to your Mac, iPhone or iPad, from both a value and peril perspective. Find out how affordable protection for your iPhone or iPad can be for things such as broken screens, user-inflicted damage and more. Gretchen walks us through the process of making a claim and how you get paid if anything happens to your device.

MacVoicesTV #1111: Macworld 2011 - SuperSync Keeps iTunes Libraries in Sync Across the Desktop or Across the Web

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 20:28:00 -0500

At Macworld 2011, Brad Lowe of SuperSync demonstrates how easy it is to keep multiple iTunes libraries current and in sync, whether it is just across your home or office, or across the globe. Brad covers the feature set of SuperSync that goes far beyond just syncing, covering music recovery from your iDevice and more.

MacVoicesTV #1110: Macworld 2011 - CodeWeavers Unveils Impersonator To Run Windows Programs Without Windows

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 15:47:37 -0500

The folks at CodeWeavers decided to do something different for the release of Impersonator, the tenth edition of CrossOver Mac, and selected the show floor at Macworld 2011 to do it. CodeWeavers'' Chief Operating Officer Jon Parshall, dressed in drag, describes the advantages of not having Windows involved in running Windows programs from both a cost and function perspective. John covers what will and won't run under Impersonator, how it works, and how it compares to similar solutions.

MacVoicesTV #1109: Macworld 2011 - HyperJuice Keeps Your Mac Laptop or iPad Going and Going

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 13:45:41 -0500

In the Sanho booth at Macworld 2011, Hendrick Heyrman talks about how they were able to overcome their disagreement with Apple regarding the MagSafe Connector and find a simple, affordable and legal way to connect their HyperJuice external MacBook and MacBook Pro batteries, giving you hours of power anywhere you happen to be.

MacVoicesTV #1108: Macworld 2011 - Parenting in the Age of the Internet

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 10:23:37 -0500

On the Macworld Live stage at Macworld 2011, a panel of Mac technologists discuss the challenges of raising children in a connected world that is constantly changing. Social media use, gaming, cell phone use,texting, balancing tech with real world activities, and how much tech is too much or not enough are all discussed by the panel of:

Tonya Engst - TidBITS and Take Control Books
Omaha Sternberg - iGame Radio
Christopher Breen - Macworld
Chuck La Tournous - RandomMaccess, The Mac Observer
Michael Rose - The Unofficial Apple Weblog
Chuck Joiner - The MacVoices Group (host)

MacVoicesTV #1107: Macworld 2011 - BulletTrain Express Delivers a Sleek Remote Control Surface for Your Mac-Based Home Theater

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 20:05:52 -0500

At Macworld 2011, Jake Ehrlich and Leo Vassershten of BulletTrain show off the BulletTrain Express, a chassis that fits an Apple Wireless Keyboard and a Apple Magic Trackpad into an ergonomic, unified surface for controlling your Mac remotely, whether it is in front of you on your desktop or across the room in your home theater. Their entry in the iPad accessory is the Magic Stand, an add-on that lets you angle your iPad almost any way, and even hang it.

MacVoicesTV #1106: Macworld 2011 - Papershow For Teachers Provides Inexpensive Wireless Display From Paper to Screen

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 15:59:43 -0500

From the show floor at Macworld 2011, Giulia Giovanelli of Canson shows off the latest improvements to Papershow, their technology that provides inexpensive paper-to-display capabilities for everyone. Papershow is now focusing on the education market, providing a means of sharing what's on paper with everyone in the classroom affordably. Giulia explains the benefits for both a classroom full of students as well as in an individualized learning situation.

MacVoicesTV #1105: Macworld 2011 - The PARASYNC Charges Up to 20 iPods At One Time

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 11:45:17 -0500

In the Parat Solutions booth at Macworld 2011, Peter Jauss introduces us to the PARASYNC, a 20-slot iPod dock that will charge and sync up to 20 iPod nano, iPod touch or iPod classic units at one time. Peter explains how not just schools, but museums and even cruise ships are using this product to deploy standardized iPod configurations for a variety of uses.

MacVoicesTV #1104: Macworld 2011 - iFusion Turns Your iPhone Into Your Home or Desktop Phone

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 09:10:59 -0500

At Macworld 2011, Niel Levonius, , Director of Corporate Strategy for AltiGen, introduces the iFusion, a dock for the iPhone that turns it into your home or office phone, with charging, speakerphone, wired handset, and audio capabilities all built-in.

MacVoicesTV #1103: Macworld 2011 - SMART Technologies Expands The SMART Board Beyond Education

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 15:00:27 -0500

On the show floor at Macworld 2011, Christopher Klein of SMART Technologies demonstrates the latest capabilities of the SMART Board, and talks about why their products reach far beyond their traditional education market.

MacVoicesTV #1102: Macworld 2011 - MacTiVia Puts Your Mac on The Big Screen

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 11:34:34 -0500

From the show floor at Macworld 2011, KL Chang of AWIND explains how their new product, MacTiVia, can broadcast your Mac's screen to your big-screen television without the bother of cables or physical connections.

MacVoicesTV #1005: The Road to Macworld - Bryan Chaffin Discusses His Macworld 2010 Plans and his iPad Impressions

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 10:29:11 -0500

From The Road to Macworld 2010, Bryan Chaffin of The Mac Observer delivers some unique perspectives on the iPad, how it compares to what some consider its competition, and to Microsoft's CES announcements. Bryan also talks about what he'll be doing at Macworld 2010, how some of his personal projects figure into those plans, and what he will be doing both during show hours and at night. Want to join Bryan at two different parties on two different nights? Find out how in this entertaining and informative discussion.

MacVoicesTV #1004: The Road to Macworld - Adam Christianson on His Home Theater Sessiona and the Podcaster Meetup

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 15:19:44 -0500

On The Road to Macworld 2010, Adam Christianson of The MacCast previews his session on integrating your Mac into your home theater set-up. Adam talks about some of the challenges in getting things just right, and names a surprise option that you have have abandoned long ago. Four the fourth year running, Adam will also be hosting the Podcaster Meet-Up on the Birds-of-a-Feather track at Macworld. He explains why a more accurate title might be new media meet-up, where podcasting stands in the world of internet-distributed media, and how Apple's iPad offers a new platform for this type of content delivery.

MacVoicesTV #1006: The Road to Macworld - Jean MacDonald of SmileOnMyMac Discusses the Business Value of Macworld

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 03:07:23 -0500

As The Road to Macworld winds down and the big event approaches, Jean MacDonald of SmileOnMyMac talks about why being at Macworld 2010 is so essential from a business perspective, whether you are an exhibitor, speaker, or an attendee. Even though her company is not exhibiting, Jean explains why she and her partners will be there, taking advantage of both the formal and informal networking opportunities, creating some of their own, seeing what's new in the Mac universe and...oh yeah, having some fun with it all.

MacVoicesTV #965: Product Profile: The Manfrotto 682B Self Standing Monopod

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 12:07:44 -0500

Looking for a versatile mobile platform for your digital camera or camcorder? You've probably considered plenty of tripods, but there is another option. Chuck profiles the Manfrotto 682B Self Standing Monopod, a monopod with collapsable metal legs that gives the unit a dual personality.

MacVoicesTV #966: Product Profile: The Elgato Turbo.264 HD

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 12:07:34 -0500

Working with video can be time consuming, but exporting the video for various devices (iPod, iPhone, Apple TV, etc.) is even more time consuming. Elgato's Turbo.264 HD solves this problem by giving any Intel Mac a dedicated video encoder and accelerator. Chuck shows you just how much of much of a difference it can make, and lets you make the decision on the quality results.

MacVoicesTV #1001: Product Profile: The Kodak Zi8 Pocket Video Camera

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 12:08:33 -0500

There are plenty of choices in the pocket video camera market. The Kodak Zi8 HD Pocket Video Camera offers a compelling feature set, including expandable memory, an external mic jack and electronic image stabilization. In this profile, you'll see it perform, find out what does and doesn't work, and why it rocks!

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

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 12:08:54 -0500

Jeff Gamet of The Mac Observer was the virtual guest at the Hershey Apple Core's January meeting, and reported on his experiences at the Consumer Electronics Show. From Steve Balmer's keynote to the show floor, Jeff delivers his assessment of the show, the Mac/iPhone presence and names his biggest disappointment. 3D television was big at the show; Jeff provides his impression, the size and composition of the iLounge Booth, and the vaporware aspect of the show.

MacVoicesTV #1003: The Road to Macworld 2010 - Christopher Breen Previews His iPhone SuperSession and Macworld's Ask The Editors

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 12:09:16 -0500

As part of The Road to Macworld 2010, Macworld Senior Editor Christopher Breen provides a preview of the two official sessions he's part of at this year's show. The iPhone SuperSession will help everyone, novices and veterans alike, get more out of their iPhone. Everything from the coolest apps to jailbreaking is fair game in this comprehensive look at Apple's mobile device. Chris will also be joining his colleagues from Macworld in the Ask The Editors session. What's fair game to ask? You'll want to find out before you mention any of the forbidden subjects...like Chris' hair. Not content with just two sessions, Chris will be spending some time atop the Macworld booth producing podcasts live from the show, playing with the Macworld All-Star Band, and more.