In the January 2022 Update, Chuck talks about two of the upcoming MacVoices Live! shows about to be released on the feeds, discusses access to the MacVoices Slack, and covers changes to some of the older RSS feeds. The Support Report wraps up the update.
MacVoices #22018 – MacVoices Briefing: The 16″ MacBook Pro with M1 Max
Host Chuck Joiner shares his experiences with Apple’s powerful 16” MacBook Pro with the M1 Max chip. From purchase decisions to implementation to performance, Chuck offers some real-world experiences, identifies his only regret, and suggests some things to consider in determining whether the MacBook Pro is for you.
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MacVoices #22017: CES – Kyle Rand of Rendever On How They Are Using VR To Address The Isolation of Aging
If MacVoices had been able to go to CES, we would have had this conversation with Kyle Rand, Founder and CEO of Rendever, in person. Kyle explains how they are using VR to help address the isolation challenges that come with aging and the loss of mobility that is so common in that demographic. More than just providing a virtual experience, Rendever facilitates social interaction both in VR and in the real world. Their CES announcements further their capabilities and objectives.
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MacVoices #22016: Brian Ibbott Wants You To Be America’s Next Top Podcaster
Brian Ibbott of Coverville fame is about to launch the fourth season of America’s Next Top Podcaster, and wants you to be part of it. We talk about how you can make that happen, the time commitment involved, and their all-start panel of judges. Brian also explains how, even if you aren’t a contestant, that you can get tips and tricks from some of the best podcasters in the business, and the many benefits of starting your own.
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MacVoices #22015 – CES: eSight’s Brian McCollum Explains A New Option For Those With Vision Problems
Brian McCollum, COO of eSight, explains how their medical device can help those with visual acuity issues, particularly macular degeneration. Two built in cameras help trick the brain into filling in what it normally couldn’t see. Brian walks us through it, and discusses the challenges they have in making both patients and physicians aware of this new option.
This edition of MacVoices is sponsored by Smile, the makers of TextExpander for Mac, iPad, and iPhone. Find out more at TextExpander.com/podcast.