MacVoices #23310: MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #6 (1)

Kirk McElhearn and host Chuck Joiner deliver the first part of MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #6 as the holiday starts to close in on us. From productivity to protection devices, find something that suits the tech person on your list. (Part 1) [embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV23310.mp3[/embed] MacVoices is supported by Incogni. Don't let companies exploit your personal information. It's risk- free with Incogni's 30-day money back guarantee! http://incogni.com/macvoices Show Notes: MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide 2023 on Flipboard https://flipboard.com/@chuckjoiner/2023-macvoices-holiday-gift-guide-hrivlnr7z Chapters: 0:01:31 How the Gift Guide Show Works 0:02:27 The convenience of the PodMic USB microphone 0:03:31 Reducing visual static with the Rode DS2 desktop mic stand 0:04:55 Rode mic and stand versatility 0:06:20 Recommendation: Catalyst waterproof case for AirPods Pro 0:07:20 Durability and features of the Catalyst case 0:08:27 Importance of investing in quality cases 0:09:28 Discussion on various types of AirPods and headphones 0:11:59 Discovering the Logitech MX Master 3S for Mac 0:13:31 The preference for mice over trackpads 0:16:13 Keyboard Preferences: Snobs vs. Nonchalant Users 0:19:53 STM MagArm: An Extra Screen for Mobile Users 0:20:57 Personalization and the Search for the Perfect Setup Links: Kirk McElhearn's Picks: Rode DS2 Mic Stand https://amzn.to/41FKo9z https://rode.com/en/accessories/stands-bars/ds2 Rode PodMic Cardioid Dynamic Broadcast Microphone https://amzn.to/3va4jkr Logitech MX Master 3S - Wireless Performance Mouse https://amzn.to/3RrBwzj Dyson Purifier Hot+Cool™ HP07 Air Purifier, Heater, and Fan https://amzn.to/3TqRWe0 Chuck Joiner's Picks: Rode Procaster Broadcast Dynamic Vocal Microphone https://amzn.to/4ap1rAA Catalyst Waterproof Special Edition Case for AirPods Pro (1st and 2nd Gen) Wireless and USB-C Charging Compatible https://amzn.to/3NRNIbZ STM MagArm – MagSafe Accessory - Mount iPhone on Laptop or Monitor https://amzn.to/481FrKo Guests: Kirk McElhearn writes about Macs, iPods, iTunes, books, music and more. He is a regular contributor to TidBITS , as well as several other web sites and magazines. He is an avid podcaster who's shows include The Next Track, The Committed , The Intego Mac Podcast , PhotoActive and The Zen of Everything . You can follow him on Twitter , and visit his personal web site, Kirkville . Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss 00:01:30 How the Gift Guide Show Works 00:02:26 The convenience of the PodMic USB microphone 00:03:31 Reducing visual static with the Rode DS2 desktop mic stand 00:04:55 Rode mic and stand versatility 00:06:20 Recommendation: Catalyst waterproof case for AirPods Pro 00:07:20 Durability and features of the Catalyst case 00:08:26 Importance of investing in quality cases 00:09:27 Discussion on various types of AirPods and headphones 00:11:42 Exclusive Offer: Try Incogni Risk-Free with Money-Back Guarantee 00:11:59 Discovering the Logitech MX Master 3S for Mac 00:13:31 The preference for mice over trackpads 00:16:13 Keyboard Preferences: Snobs vs. Nonchalant Users 00:19:52 STM MagArm: An Extra Screen for Mobile Users 00:20:57 Personalization and the Search for the Perfect Setup