MacJury #1001: Social Networking in the Age of Earthquake Relief and Late Night TV Wars

The MacJury convenes to discuss the impact of social networks, framed by two very different recent events: the Haiti earthquake and the late night TV war over Conan O’Brien vs. Jay Leno. The panel examines the participatory environment that has evolved, the implications of instant social communication, and the different focuses of each of the major social networks. The importance of Bill Gates finally joining Twitter, why users are still figuring out LinkedIn, proactive vs. reactive participation, and some advice from Mark Twain that can be applied to online social interactions are all discussed by the panel of:

Shelly Brisbin	Victor Cajiao	Jeff Gamet	John Grzeskowiak
Maria Langer	Chuck Joiner

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MacJury #920: Deliberations on the New 27″ iMac, Apple’s Acquisition of LaLa, the JooJoo Pad and More

The MacJury is called to order to discuss the new 27″ iMac and why, with its large display, i7 quad core CPU and hyperthreading, it is a game-changer in the desktop computer space. Is it just the best iMac yet, or a harbinger of a coming move to a true television-style device from Apple? Evidence is also heard on Apple’s purchase of LaLa and what it might mean for the future of Apple’s music business, how the North Carolina data center may figure in, and how it might just fit in to the much ballyhooed Apple Tablet. Speaking of tablets…the MacJury passes judgement on the JooJoo pad, the internet tablet that is rising from the ashes of the CrunchPad. The panel that gets all this done includes:

Victor Cajiao	Pat Fauquet	Mark Fuccio	John Martellaro	Chuck Joiner

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MacJury #911: The MacJury Deliberate Jason Calicanis’ 5-Part Case Against Apple

WebLogs founder Jason Calicanis recently posted an indictment of Apple and their practices on his blog, and the MacJury took the case. The panel discusses Jason’s allegations of MP3 player anti-competition, monopolistic practices, “draconian” App Store policies, hypocrisy, and the Google Voice App rejection, and what he got wrong and what he got right. Along the way, App Store policies, the AT&T/Apple relationship, developer product marketing, iPhone app pricing and more are discussed by the panel of:

Peter Cohen	Jeff Gamet	Chuck Joiner

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MacJury #909: Cloud Computing, Google Docs, Office and Photoshop on the Web and What It Means for Mac Users

The MacJury convenes at a higher level to discuss some of the recent announcements about cloud computing, whether they affect Mac users now, and how they might in the future. Deliberations are held on the Palm Pre, Google Docs coming out of beta, Microsoft Office moving to the web for free, Adobe Photoshop Express, and the announcement of Google Chrome. Along the way, Microsoft is convicted, the new power of the customer is explained, and what is lacking in web apps (at the moment) is revealed. Is your Mac still the best productivity choice? Find out from the panel of:

Jeff Gamet	Joe Kissell	Dori Smith	Chuck Joiner

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MacJury #905: WWDC Deliberations, AT&T’s Business Practices, MobileMe Value and More

The MacJury is back to discuss their favorite WWDC announcements, why Snow Leopard’s pricing and release date will maul Windows 7, the value of MobileMe in an iPhone world, and AT&T’s lack of long-term thinking. Along the way, ideas for punitive remote iPhone wipe options, sync issues, an analog fetish and why we won’t see a Verizon iPhone anytime soon are all entered into evidence. The panel includes:

John F. Braun	Jeff Gamet	Michael Johnston	Terry White	Chuck Joiner

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MacJury #903: Evidence is Heard and Judgement is Passed on the iPhone 3.0 Announcements

The iPhone 3.0 news was big, and it takes a big MacJury to handle it all. That’s why the largest panel yet was convened to discuss every aspect of Apple’s special iPhone announcements. Opinions on favorite and long overdue features were offered, things expected that didn’t appear (so far) were discussed and the impact of it all was examined from a variety of angles. Expect the unexpected in the analysis provided by:

John F. Braun	Peter Cohen	Tonya Engst	Ted Landau
Chuck La Tournous	Don McAllister	Terry White	Chuck Joiner

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MacJury #901: Deliberations on the Macworld Expo Keynote

Right after Phil Shiller’s keynote address at Macworld Conference & Expo (and after the guards ejected us from Moscone West), The MacJury convened to provide some first impressions of the announcements. Phil’s delivery, updates to iLife, iWork and the new MacBook Pro 17″ are discussed by the panel of:

Adam Christianson	Chuck La Tournous	Bob LeVitus	Terry White	Chuck Joiner

You can also watch the video of our session on MacVoicesTV #902, or visit MacVoicesTV for all of our video from Macworld Conference & Expo 2009, and more.
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MacJury #829: Holiday Gift Guide Part 2

More MacJurors stepped up to the plate to offer testimony about the holiday products they are most likely to give…or would most like to receive. This panel offers suggestions both large and small, from both user and developer perspectives, and with an eye toward saving shipping costs. Avoid the crowds, the rush, and get real value for your Mac buying dollar. The panel for this session includes:

Jeff Gamet	Joe Kissell	Jean MacDonald	Fraser Speirs	Chuck Joiner

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MacJury #827: Apple’s Proposition 8 Position and Comcast’s Bandwidth Cap…One Month Later

The MacJury considers Apple’s decision to take a public stand on California Proposition 8. Companies often support political candidates or even parties, but individual initiatives are a different story. The group talks about the story behind the story and whether it will make a difference in Apple’s public perception.

A month after it was put in place, the jurors discuss Comcast’s bandwidth cap, how it has affected their internet usage, real or perceived, whether this is concern for the average consumer, and what Comcast could do to turn the situation to their advantage.

The panel taking on these challenging subjects includes:

Bryan Chaffin	Jeff Gamet	Maria Langer	James Lee
Steve Sande	Chuck Joiner

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MacJury #826: Apple’s Financials, to FireWire or Not to FireWire and Apple TV Commercial Effectiveness

The MacJury considers Apple’s quarterly financial results, the lack of FireWire ports on the new MacBooks, and the latest Apple commercials. Find out why Apple is no longer just a computer company, what Steve Jobs’ appearance on the financial call means (or doesn’t mean), and what an accounting procedure means for both you and Apple. Apple’s senior management and perpetuation, who’s buying new laptops, glossy vs. matte screens and much more are put on the stand by the panel of:

Pat Fauquet	Jeff Gamet	Chuck La Tournous	Terry White	Chuck Joiner

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