MacVoices #23229 - MacVoices Live! - Hot AirPods Max, Apple's Financial Performance (3)

Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Brittany Smith, Jim Rea, Ben Roethig, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, and Mark 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) Factor Today’s MacVoices is supported by Factor. Visit FactorMeals.com/macvoices and use the code macvoices50 to get 50% off! Show Notes: Chapters: 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 Links: Is condensation Killing your AirPods Max? Apple doesn’t think so https://www.imore.com/airpods/....is-condensation-kill Apple is growing in ‘the right places’ – Morgan Stanley https://www.applemust.com/appl....e-is-growing-in-the- 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