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Published: Sept. 8, 2023, 10:59 p.m.

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Chuck Joiner,\\xa0David Ginsburg,\\xa0Brian Flanigan-Arthurs,\\xa0Brittany Smith,\\xa0Jim Rea,\\xa0Ben Roethig,\\xa0Eric Bolden,\\xa0Jeff Gamet, and\\xa0Mark Fuccio delve into reports of AirPods Max encountering condensation issues, with some panel members questioning the credibility of these claims, particularly in the context of exercise. They discuss the practicality of using AirPods Max compared to other over-the-ear headphones then transition to the topic of Apple\'s diversification and revenue streams through services, highlighting the significance of extending device lifespans and AppleCare coverage. The session concludes with a challenge to one analysts thoughts on Apple base don his track record. (Part 3)\\n
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Show Notes:

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Chapters:

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0:00:00 AirPods Max: Too Hot or Just Right?
0:02:26 Personal Experience with Headphone Heat and Condensation
0:04:01 AirPods Max: Not Ideal for Exercise
0:05:16 AirPods Max: Unconventional Use Cases
0:06:23 AirPods Max Comfort and Malfunction Concerns
0:08:26 Situational Awareness and Transparency Mode
0:11:45 Apple\'s Strategy for Long-Term Success
0:13:08 Apple\'s Extension of AppleCare and Revenue Boost
0:14:26 Behavioral Conditions and Habits in Apple Subscriptions
0:16:50 Apple\'s Long-Term Strategy and Shareholder Care
0:18:22 Analysts\' opinions on Apple\'s performance and future prospects
0:20:16 Eric Woodring\'s low ranking and poor performance as an analyst
0:22:05 Apple\'s institutional ownership compared to other companies
0:23:52 Questioning Mr. Wooding\'s Investment Track Record

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Is condensation Killing your AirPods Max? Apple doesn\\u2019t think so
https://www.imore.com/airpods/is-condensation-killing-your-airpods-max-apple-doesnt-think-so

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Apple is growing in \\u2018the right places\\u2019 \\u2013 Morgan Stanley
https://www.applemust.com/apple-is-growing-in-the-right-places-morgan-stanley/

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Guests:

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Eric Bolden\\xa0is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter,\\xa0by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social,\\xa0and on his blog, Trending At Work.

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Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @brian8944@mastodon.cloud.

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Mark Fuccio\\xa0is actively involved in high tech startup companies, both as a principle at piqsure.com, or as a marketing advisor through his consulting practice Tactics Sells High Tech, Inc. Mark was a proud investor in Microsoft from the mid-1990\'s selling in mid 2000, and hopes one day that MSFT will be again an attractive investment. You can contact Mark through\\xa0Twitter,\\xa0LinkedIn, or on Mastodon.

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Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer\\u2019s Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter\\xa0and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn.,\\xa0@jgamet@mastodon.social on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet.

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David Ginsburg\\xa0is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at\\xa0@daveg65@mastodon.cloud

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Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE\'s ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He\\u2019s been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim@techhub.social on Mastodon.

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Ben Roethig has been in the Apple Ecosystem since the System 7 Days. He is the a former Associate Editor with Geek Beat, Co-Founder of The Tech Hangout and Deconstruct and currently shares his thoughts on RoethigTech. Contact him on \\xa0Twitter and Mastodon.

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Brittany Smith is a trained cognitive neuroscientist who provides ADD/ADHD, technology, and productivity coaching through her business, Devise and Conquer, along with companion video courses for folks with ADHD. She\\u2019s also the cofounder of The ADHD Guild, a community for nerdy folks with ADHD. She, herself, is a self-designated \\u201cwell-rounded geek\\u201d. She can be found on Twitter as @addliberator, on Mastodon as @addliberator@pdx.social,\\xa0and on YouTube with tech tips.

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