Best Mac Osx Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 357: OSes, iPhone 16, and AI 57:08

4h ago57:08

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The iPhone 16 is set to be available on September 20. Many people put in their preorders, but less than an hour after they started, shipping times were already pushed back to October. Early tests on iPhone 16 battery life are encouraging, and all of the new Apple OSes have been officially released. Of course, one of the big features that everyone i…

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Episode 381: Enforcing minimum OS with Bushrat Chowdhury 53:44

7h ago53:44

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Software Updates is a subject that is dear to the heart of all Mac Admins. Traditionally this was a task that we could only perform after devices were enrolled. Beginning with macOS 14, Automated Device Enrollment began to support the requirement of a Minimum OS Version, which allows us to mandate that the device is updated before we allow it to en…

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Episode 356: iPhone 16, Health features, and Apple Watch 53:29

2h ago53:29

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Apple had its annual iPhone event this week and released a lot of new products. Dave and I talk about the new iPhone 16, Apple Intelligence, Airpods, and the new Apple Watch. Perhaps some of the greatest features of the event were in the health category. Using the Apple Watch, Apple unveiled the ability to detect Sleep Apnea, in addition to other f…

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Episode 380: Jamf Setup Manager 1:11:19

3d ago1:11:19

1:11:19

It seems like it’s onboarding assistants all the way down at the moment. Everyone has embraced the idea of ensuring our users are kept informed about what is going on when their device is being configured, but most of them share one thing in common - they run once the user has arrived at the desktop. Today we are going. to discuss Jamf Setup Manage…

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The Case of the Crimson Test Suite with Daniel Steinberg 45:46

3d ago45:46

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Daniel Steinberg comes in the podcast to talk about his latest book on Swift Testing as well as the state of Swift development in 2024. Guest Dim Sum Thinking dimsumthinking (@dimsumthinking@mastodon.social) - Mastodon Daniel Steinberg | LinkedIn Announcements Come see me and Daniel at Server-Side Swift Conference. 26th-27th September 2024. London,…

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Apple Event — September 9 1:38:49

10d ago1:38:49

1:38:49

Watch the special Apple Event to learn about the next generation of iPhone, designed for Apple Intelligence. Plus Apple Watch, AirPods, and so much more.By Apple

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Episode 355: Apple TV, iPhone and Find My 1:02:34

7d ago1:02:34

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Dave and I explore another Apple TV bug and share another one from a listener. We also recap what we know about Apple's upcoming event on Monday, and Dave shows us how to find our Apple TV remote using an app on our iPhone. Show Notes: Apple Event Goodbye to AnandTech Mark Gurman on the coming M4 Pro Mac mini Did you know you can use your iPhone to…

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Episode 379: Just Us on 2024 Fall Releases 57:59

7d ago57:59

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With major Apple platform releases and a live event around the corner, Tom, Marcus, and Emily round up for a look back at Sonoma and iOS 17, an anxiety check on Sequoia and iOS 18, and ponder some of the questions admins are eager to have answered this Septober. Hosts: Tom Bridge - @tbridge@theinternet.social Marcus Ransom - @marcusransom Emily Kau…

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Voice in a Can with Damian Mehers 36:12

15d ago36:12

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Damian Mehers shares the story of his app Voice in a Can from inception to shutdown. We talk customer stories and the future of voice assistants. Guest Damian Mehers’ blog | Swift, SwiftUI and .NET from Switzerland Damian Mehers (@dmehers@fosstodon.org) - Fosstodon Damian Mehers (@DamianMehers) / X Damian Mehers - YouTube DamianMehers (Github) Dami…

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Episode 354: Apple TV bug, Apple event, iPhone 16 1:02:06

14d ago1:02:06

1:02:06

I found a couple of bugs in Apple's tvOS that have been very annoying over the last few months. They seem to have started after Apple introduced a new menu system in the software in the last version. Apple announced the date for its latest event where the iPhone 16 is expected to be introduced and based on the information we currently have, Dave an…

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Episode 378: Henry, Allister, & Graham join us on the Mac Admins SOFA 1:15:18

17d ago1:15:18

1:15:18

Death, taxes and software updates… We deal with a constant stream of updates: Minor, major, N, N-1, N-2. Why do we even have updates? Because software inherently sucks and bad people find ways to exploit the vulnerabilities that they find, or is it that good people find them and disclose them before the bad people get a chance to use them... If sim…

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Episode 353: Discoverability on the Mac, iOS 18 features, Coffee 48:44

24d ago48:44

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I think this is the first time I actually made Dave yell on the podcast and it was hilarious. That comes as I give one of my final updates on my quest for a perfect cup of coffee. Has someone every told you about a feature in an operating system that you had no idea even existed? Dave and I talk about discoverability on the Mac. We also take a look…

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The Mac & Forth Show 403 - Stay Safe, Be Nice 1:15:36

27d ago1:15:36

1:15:36

On this week’s episode of The Mac & Forth Show, Alan, Dean Steve, and Karl dive into the latest Apple-related news on their final episode for the foreseeable future. First, they debunk a recent iPhone 16 event invite hoax, then discuss Apple's re-release of iOS 17.6.1 along with updates for watchOS and tvOS, and the UK’s decision to close its antit…

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Episode 377: Rebecca Latimer on Getting Folks to use Stuff 49:50

24d ago49:50

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Rebecca Latimer join us to tell us everything she’s been up to since Episode 197! We’ll be talking about managing users' expectations, as well as how they participate in your company's IT ecosystem. Also how managing coworkers isn't quite like managing goats. Hosts: Tom Bridge - @tbridge@theinternet.social Marcus Ransom - @marcusransom Guests: Rebe…

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KW1802 – Intentional Email 1:20:22

1M ago1:20:22

1:20:22

This week KD and Knightwise dive into the maddeningly useful and seemingly universal digital communications technology: email. LINKS Inbox Zero – Merlin Mann Linking Gmail to 3rd Party Accounts DISCORD The action is happening over at our Discord server: Join by clicking this link CREDITS Mix & Production: Keith Murray…

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Episode 352: Mac mini, Patreon, and a coffee update 2:30:09

28d ago2:30:09

2:30:09

There are rumors of a new M4 Mac mini in Apple's future, which makes sense—this wouldn't be the first time Apple has used the Mac mini to lead off its Mac upgrade cycle. Users of Patreon are up in arms over Apple's requirement for the company to move to its in-app purchasing system or risk being removed from the App Store. I have an update on my qu…

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The Mac & Forth Show 402 - Siri, Was That Offside? 1:20:14

1M ago1:20:14

1:20:14

This week on The Mac & Forth Show, Alan, Dean Steve, and Karl delve into Spotify's recent triumph as Apple is now required to show alternative pricing options within the App Store, giving consumers more transparency. The team also discusses the potential implications of a U.S. ruling that could see Google facing a breakup or forced data-sharing due…

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Episode 376: Family Device Control with Collin Elliott 1:14:55

1M ago1:14:55

1:14:55

Family Device Control is a hot topic in the world, and we’ve never touched on it. Joining us this week is Collin Elliott to talk about how to manage your kids' devices, and handling co-parenting, as well as all sorts of ways to keep your devices in line. Hosts: Tom Bridge - @tbridge@theinternet.social Marcus Ransom - @marcusransom Guests: Collin El…

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Episode 351: Coffee, a new Mac, AI and money 1:18:51

1M ago1:18:51

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Apple recently reported its third quarter financial results, so Dave and I take a look at the numbers to see what was good and bad about sales. I'm going to buy a new Mac soon but I'm not quite sure what I want just yet. Has Apple Intelligence lived up to the hype? We take a look at what's been promised and what's been released. I got a new coffeem…

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The Mac & Forth Show 401 - Bullish Apple 1:10:14

1M ago1:10:14

1:10:14

In this week's episode of The Mac & Forth Show, Alan, Steve, and Karl are joined by the GazMaz from the mighty MyMac Podcast. They dive into Apple's surprisingly strong performance in what was expected to be a quiet quarter, defying Wall Street expectations and showcasing its resilience in the market. They also discuss Apple's legal manoeuvring as …

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Episode 375: Managing Macs at MSPs with Ross Matsuda 1:11:23

1M ago1:11:23

1:11:23

Ross Matsuda joins the Podcast from Ntiva, where he manages a ton of Macs in a ton of different systems and ways. This episode is going to cover the challenge of managing Macs at scale, but not from the same platform Hosts: Tom Bridge - @tbridge@theinternet.social Marcus Ransom - @marcusransom Guests: Ross Matsuda - LinkedIn Links: Sudoade - Ross’ …

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Episode 350: Copenhagen, Eyes, and AI 1:06:56

1M ago1:06:56

1:06:56

Dave and I are back after a few weeks off. We talk about my wonderful trip to Copenhagen, Denmark, get an update on Daves eye operation and dig into some of the new Apple Intelligence features Apple released in its latest developer beta. Brought to you by: Oracle Cloud: Upgrade to the next generation of the cloud–Oracle Cloud Infrastructure. You ge…

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The Mac & Forth Show 400 - The 400th 1:14:09

1M ago1:14:09

1:14:09

In our 400th episode of The Mac & Forth Show Podcast, Alan, Dean, Steve, and Karl dive into a mix of fresh updates and intriguing developments. Apple has rolled out updates across its ecosystem, including visionOS 1.3, macOS 14.6, tvOS 17.6, and watchOS 10.6, with new features and improvements. Microsoft is taking a page from Apple’s playbook, laun…

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Episode 374: MacStadium and Orka, with Chris Chapman 1:20:16

2M ago1:20:16

1:20:16

Chris Chapman joins us from MacStadium, returning after 200 episodes, to tell us all about Orka Desktop, help us understand VMs that can be defined in code, and how we can all have more performant and better testing environments! Hosts: Tom Bridge - @tbridge@theinternet.social Marcus Ransom - @marcusransom Emily Kausalik-Whittle - @emilyooo Guests:…

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The Mac & Forth Show 399 - The Update Apocalypse 1:10:09

2M ago1:10:09

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In this week's episode of The Mac & Forth Show, Alan, Dean, Steve, and Karl delve into the major tech fiasco caused by a faulty CrowdStrike update that disrupted half the world's IT systems. They also discuss Microsoft's bold move in blaming the European Commission for this global disaster. On a different note, the hosts examine Apple's attempts to…

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Episode 373: PSU Mac Admins 54:12

2M ago54:12

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Join Tom and Marcus live from the Penn State MacAdmins Conference. Hosts: Tom Bridge - @tbridge@theinternet.social Marcus Ransom - @marcusransom Guests: Michael Epping - LinkedIn Pam Lefkowitz - LinkedIn Joshua Miller - LinkedIn Sponsors: Kandji 1Password Watchman Monitoring If you're interested in sponsoring the Mac Admins Podcast, please email po…

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SwiftUI Field Guide with Chris Eidhof 42:11

2M ago42:11

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I had a great time chatting with Chris Eidhof about his work with objc.io and his latest project, the SwiftUI Field Guide. We discussed SwiftUI's layout system and the exciting new features from WWDC 2024. Guest Chris Eidhof Chris Eidhof (@chris@m.objc.io) - objc.io Announcements Need help with your projects this year? BrightDigit has openings. Joi…

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The Mac & Forth Show 398 - Slightly Bluer Is The New Black 1:05:46

2M ago1:05:46

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In this week’s episode of The Mac & Forth Show, Alan, Steve, and Karl dive into the world of Apple. First up, the gang marvels at the Apple Vision Pro's grand debut in the UK, Australia, and beyond – brace yourselves, folks! Then, they clear the air on a juicy rumour: Apple’s AI wasn’t trained on a sneaky binge of stolen YouTube videos. The team al…

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Episode 372: Mike Boylan on Kandji Assignment Maps 1:10:33

2M ago1:10:33

1:10:33

Mike Boylan from Kandji joins the pod to talk about Kandji’s new approach to configurations management as part of their new Assignment Maps feature. Hosts: Tom Bridge - @tbridge@theinternet.social Marcus Ransom - @marcusransom Guests: Mike Boylan - LinkedIn Links: Assignment Maps | Kandji Launch Event | June 2024 Assignment Maps vs Classic Blueprin…

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KW1801 – Choosing Your Path in the Jungle 51:02

2M ago51:02

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Knightwise is joined this week by KD to discuss the general ideas around how we can approach technology with a more intentional attitude. With the advent of algorithms and the attention economy it’s more important than ever that we learn how to make technology work for us, instead of the other way around. LINKS WordPress is 43% of the Internet – ht…

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Can you Vision Pro in Objective-C with Danielle Lewis 27:32

2M ago27:32

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I had great time chatting with Danielle Lewis about her experience becoming a Swift developer, learning to develop for the Vision Pro, and getting the Magical world of Objective-C. Guest Danielle Lewis Danielle (@dlewisdev) / X Danielle Lewis - YouTube Danielle Lewis - DEV Community Announcements Need help with your projects this year? BrightDigit …

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The Mac & Forth Show 397 - Ring Wars? 1:05:14

2M ago1:05:14

1:05:14

In this week’s episode of The Mac & Forth Show, Alan, Steve, and Karl discuss the latest tech headlines making waves. First up, they explore the news that Apple is likely not joining OpenAI's board, unravelling what this means for the tech giant's AI ambitions. Next, they delve into why Microsoft employees in China are now required to use iPhones. …

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Episode 371: Just Us (& Joel Rennich) 1:15:32

3M ago1:15:32

1:15:32

It’s just us this week, as we prepare for Penn State Mac Admins, as well as start the Beta Season. Here’s everything we’re thinking about as we get ready for the most exciting 3 months of Mac Admin life each year! Hosts: Tom Bridge - @tbridge@theinternet.social Marcus Ransom - @marcusransom Guests: Joel Rennich - LinkedIn Links: Apple’s “Home on iP…

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Episode 349: iPhone 16, AI, and Netflix 1:12:20

2M ago1:12:20

1:12:20

Apple is expecting big iPhone 16 sales, at least based on the number of chips its ordering for the upcoming device. Dave has some questions about the new iPhone that will determine which one he buys. Apple is getting an OpenAI Board Observer Role as part of its deal with OpenAI and Netflix is phasing out its cheapest ad-free plan. Show Notes: Apple…

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Swift Student Challenge with Dezmond Blair 28:26

2M ago28:26

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I'm excited to have on the show Michigan's own Swift Student Challenge Distinguished Winner Dezmond Blair on to talk about everything from his learning and mentoring experience at the Apple Developer Academy to his experience at WWDC 2024. Guest Dezmond Blair (@dezdoesiOS) / X Dezmond (Dez) Blair  | LinkedIn dezdoesit (Dezmond Blair) - GitHub dezd…

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The Mac & Forth Show 396 - Vintage 1:06:37

3M ago1:06:37

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In this week's episode of The Mac & Forth Show, Dean, Steve, and Karl discuss the European Union's clash with Apple over the withholding of its AI technology from the region. They also delve into the recent move by Phil Schiller to become an observer on OpenAI's board. The hosts cover the unsettling discovery that the ChatGPT for Mac app was loggin…

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Episode 370: Jedda Wignall on Managed Device Attestation 1:20:59

3M ago1:20:59

1:20:59

Trust is a subject we regularly discuss with our guests. How do we trust our users, how do we trust the software they want to run, how do we trust the devices they are on. In the modern world where you can’t believe everything a computer or mobile device is telling you about itself, how do we make sure that the devices we are managing and granting …

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WWDC Notes with Cihat Gündüz 46:27

3M ago46:27

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Cihat Gündüz comes on to talk about how his WWDC 2024 wish list went, Multilingual Apps, and more. Guest Cihat Gündüz (@Jeehut) / X Cihat Gündüz (@Jeehut@iosdev.space) - iOS Dev Space Cihat Gündüz (@jeehut) on Threads FlineDev Announcements Need help with your projects this year? BrightDigit has openings. Join Bushel Beta LiveStreaming on YouTube J…

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Episode 348: AI, Mac RAM debate, new iCloud options 1:06:57

3M ago1:06:57

1:06:57

This week, Dave and I talk more about AI, including some thoughts from Dave on improvements to make Siri work better for everyday tasks. We also look at rumors Amazon will charge for the AI version of Alexa. There is an ongoing debate on how much RAM the new Apple Silicon Macs need to run all of its tasks, and a new iCloud option allows users to ke…

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The Mac & Forth Show 395 - Lonesome 49:07

3M ago49:07

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In this week’s episode of The Mac & Forth Show, Karl is hosting solo, so be warned! He delves into Apple's recent move to expand its iPhone and Mac self-service repair program across Europe, offering more customers the chance to fix their own devices. Karl also explores why Apple Intelligence and iPhone mirroring features are not making their way t…

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Episode 369: Zach Wasserman, Fleet, & Osquery 1:07:41

3M ago1:07:41

1:07:41

Zach Wasserman from Fleet DM joins the podcast this week to talk about software updates, osquery, DDM, and more! This wide-ranging conversation will cover all manner of new things… (To be finished once we get the full knowledge of WWDC…) Hosts: Tom Bridge - @tbridge@theinternet.social Marcus Ransom - @marcusransom Guests: Zach Wasserman - LinkedIn …

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Episode 347: Apple AI, MacBook, and iPhone 15 Pro 1:08:14

3M ago1:08:14

1:08:14

Apple rolled out its AI strategy at WWDC this month. Dave and I take a look at that, as well as, a look at what Siri will be able to do, and what it won't do at launch. There are rumors of a new M4 MacBook Pro, which makes sense since Apple just released an iPad with the same chip. The requirements for Apple's new AI strategy calls for an iPhone 15…

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Episode 368: The Latest on MITRE ATT&CK with Cat Self 1:08:17

3M ago1:08:17

1:08:17

In this episode, we’ll talk about security, ATT&CK, and the changing landscape of Mac security with one of our favoritest guests, Cat Self. Hosts: Tom Bridge - @tbridge@theinternet.social Marcus Ransom - @marcusransom Guests: Cat Self - LinkedIn Links: MITRE ATT&CK® Getting Started with ATT&CK (video) ATT&CK Framework v15 Update Log What is STIX/TA…

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Flashcast 14: WWDC 2024 Live 1:52:06

3M ago1:52:06

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So it feels like we should all be wearing white jumpsuits with awesome rainbow stripes, preparing to jump out of a perfectly good aeroplane… It’s been a whirlwind week since the Keynote and now we have finally gotten to watch “What’s new in Device Management” (note the different name this year!) - we thought it would be fun to get together and live…

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The Mac & Forth Show 394 - Apple Intelligence 1:09:46

3M ago1:09:46

1:09:46

This week, Dean, Steve, and Karl are joined by the legendary GazMaz from the mighty MyMac Podcast. Together, they dive into the recent announcements from WWDC 2024, exploring the latest innovations and updates from Apple. The spotlight is on the new Apple Intelligence, a breakthrough in AI technology that promises to redefine the user experience. W…

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Episode 367: Vision Pro Redux 1:22:31

3M ago1:22:31

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Six Months into the Vision Pro, where are we? What’s working? What’s not? How are people thinking about this new technological innovation? Hosts: Tom Bridge - @tbridge@theinternet.social Marcus Ransom - @marcusransom Guests: Joel Rennich - LinkedIn Bryson Tyrrell - LinkedIn Gerard Massey - LinkedIn Links: Jamf Trust on Vision Pro How to Manage and …

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SOTU 2024 with Peter Witham 43:34

3M ago43:34

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Peter comes on and we use our Apple Intelligence to speak about the greatness of the WWDC 2024 Platforms State of the Union. Guest Peter Witham - Compileswift.com - Twitter Related Episodes Episode 151 - Platforms State of Union 2023 with Peter Witham CompileSwift - Apple WWDC23 Keynote reactions and analysis with Leo G. Dion Episode 149 - How to W…

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WWDC24 Keynote 1:44:04

3M ago1:44:04

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Watch the WWDC24 keynote introducing Apple Intelligence, personal intelligence designed to be helpful and relevant to you. Other exciting updates are coming with iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, watchOS 11, and visionOS 2.By Apple

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