Notnerd Podcast: Tech Better (Nate Heath and David Baehler)

Nate has returned from Social Media Marketing World in San Diego. He breaks down what the trends are and why AI probably won't ruin social media. We've also got plenty of other tech news to get caught up on and some tips and picks to help you tech better.

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INTRO (00:00)

MAIN TOPIC: Social Media Marketing World Recap (05:05)

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK:  iOS 18.4, 12 New Things (23:55)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (31:45)

Martian dust may pose health risk to humans exploring red planet, study finds

Bloomberg’s AI-Generated news summaries had at least 36 errors since January

Scientists may have discovered how to extract power from the Earth’s rotation

FTC says 23andMe purchaser must uphold existing privacy policy for data handling

Trump extends TikTok deadline for the second time

Apple flew 5 flights full of iPhones from India and China in 3 days to beat Trump Tariffs

iPhone farms sending more than 100,000 scam iMessages per day

TAKES:

Everything we know so far about the Nintendo Switch 2 - Nintendo’s Switch 2 preorder process has strict requirements to thwart scalpers (35:10)

Mozilla Thunderbird finally takes on Gmail with new email service (43:25)

North Korean hackers cash out hundreds of millions from $1.5bn ByBit hack (46:35)

BONUS ODD TAKE: TV Garden - Watch TV from around the world (48:50)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: ArcEmu - Watch Emulator (52:35)

Nate: Airmoto Tire Inflator Portable Air Compressor - Air Pump For Car Tires with Digital Pressure Gauge, LED Light and Auto Shut-Off Function - Cordless Pump for Car, Motorcycle, Bicycle, Balls and More (57:35)

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (01:05:00)

A few weeks ago, Dave dropped the shocking news that he had canceled Amazon Prime. Last week he hinted that maybe he was back in. For many people, Amazon Prime seems like a no-brainer, but is it? We take a look at what benefits you get for the price. There's also an impressive new AI, DeepSeek, from China that is making headlines. Samsung also had their Unpacked event to announce new technology, and some people got to check out their upcoming Moohan XR headset. Plenty of technology to get caught up on this week to help you get out there and tech better!

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INTRO (00:00)

Followup: Nate’s pick from last week (04:05)

MAIN TOPIC: Is Amazon Prime worth it in 2025? (06:50)

Dave dumped Prime but couldn’t stay away?

Amazon Prime membership fees

Prime membership benefits

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: (37:50)

iOS 18.3 Update

Apple “Intelligence” on by default

JUST THE HEADLINES: (47:40)

Vandals in Southern California attack Waymo driverless taxi

Report of newly-discovered asteroid turns out to be a Tesla Roadster

eBay sellers asking $2k to $50k for iPhones with TikTok installed

Subaru security vulnerability allowed millions of cars to be tracked, unlocked, and started

Meta officially starts showing ads on Threads

Netflix raises prices again

Solar-charging backpacks are helping children to read after dark

Sony ends production of Blu-ray media, MiniDiscs, and MiniDV cassettes

TAKES:

China’s DeepSeek hits #1 on App Store, shocks AI researchers, sends US tech shares tumbling - Jevons AI Paradox (51:10)

OpenAI introduces Operator to perform web tasks for you (57:10)

Everything Samsung announced at the Galaxy S25 Unpacked event - Samsung Moohan XR headset (58:40)

Microsoft Patch Tuesday, January 2025 (01:02:45)

BONUS ODD TAKE: Stimulation Clicker Neal.fun (01:04:00)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: Anker Nano 3-in-1 Portable iPhone Charger, 10,000mAh Power Bank with Built-in USB-C Cable and Foldable Wall Plug, 30W Max Battery Pack, Travel Essentials for iPhone 16/15 Series, Galaxy, MacBook (01:09:35)

Nate: INKEE GC12 Portable LED Photography Light Wand,Bi Color Magnetic Handheld Video Wand Stick 2700K-6500K,2500mAh Built-in Rechargable Inflatable Light for Video Recording Dimmable Camera Light Tube (01:15:55)

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (01:18:45)

Nate got his new Apple Vision Pro, and we discuss the pickup, setup, and the first few days of spatial computing. Then, we get into the latest tech news, some great tech tips, and our picks of the week. Joe Rogan is getting paid. Taylor Swift and Justin Bieber's music is off TikTok, Facebook stock went crazy, and plenty more.

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Intro (00:00)

Followup:

• Apple Vision Pro Pickup and Use (01:00)
• Hulu is cracking down on password sharing, just like Disney Plus and Netflix (28:15)
• FTX scraps plan to revive exchange and will repay billions to customers (30:50)

Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week: Apple Watch Mirroring (32:15)

Just the headlines: (35:20)

• Inert nuclear missile found in US man's garage
• Apple declares last MacBook Pro with an optical drive obsolete
• Mathematicians finally solved Feynman’s “reverse sprinkler” problem
• Ex-IRS contractor sentenced to 5 years in prison for leaking Trump's tax records
• Doom Runs on E. Coli Bacteria Now
• Could We Fight Global Warming With A Giant Umbrella in Outer Space?

Takes:

• Joe Rogan Gets New Spotify Deal Worth Up to $250 Million (37:25)
• Universal Music’s War on TikTok: Behind the Battle Plan (39:40)
• Meta’s $197 Billion Surge Is Biggest in Stock-Market History (42:10)
• 23andMe’s Fall From $6 Billion to Nearly $0 (44:25)
• Finance worker pays out $25 million after video call with deepfake ‘chief financial officer’ (45:35)

Bonus Odd Take: Infinite Craft - Neal.fun (47:10)

Picks of the Week:

Dave: SmallRig Super Camera Clamp Mount, Double Ball Head Magic Arm Adapter, Fence/Desk/Tripod Mount for Monitor/Light/Camera, for Insta360, for Gopro 1138 (50:15)

Nate: 2nd Generation Portable Travel Bidet by GUSTYLE, IPX6 Waterproof Electric Bidet Sprayer with Automatic Decompression Film and Nozzle 180 Degree Adjustment 140ml (52:20)

Ramazon™ purchase (57:15)

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Elon Musk is in the news again, with X currently banned in Brazil. Other than that, news is a little slow with the holiday and Apple's iPhone event coming next week. But never you fear, we have plenty of tech news to catch up on and some picks and tips to help you tech better.

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INTRO (00:00)

MLS Season Pass drops price to $9.99 for rest of season, and completely free for Apple TV+ subscribers (05:15)

MAIN TOPIC: Elon Musk and X vs. Brazil (08:45)

X officially blocked in Brazil; court demands Apple remove it from the App Store

Brazil’s Bolsonaro to sue Supreme Court Justice Moraes for abuse of office

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Double and Triple Click headphones (15:45)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (22:20)

Google is developing AI that can hear if you're sick

Scientists mount cameras on endangered sea lions to map Australia’s ocean floor

Hackers shut down heating in Ukrainian city with malware, researchers say

NASA astronaut stuck in space reports ‘strange noises’ coming from troubled Starliner capsule

Snapchat finally introduces native iPad support with its latest update

$5 million worth of meth disguised as watermelons found at California customs checkpoint

TAKES:

Huawei aims to upstage Sep 9 Apple Event with Tri-Fold phone debut (25:30)

Disney’s password-sharing crackdown starts ‘in earnest’ this September (28:35)

Crypto’s ‘unprecedented’ lobby spending spree (30:35)

Gannett is shuttering ‘Reviewed’ site accused of publishing AI product reviews (33:50)

BONUS ODD TAKE: Shot On iPhone 15 Pro Max by Me. No gimbal, no lens, no filter! (37:10)

‘DO A WHEELIE’ Danny MacAskill (42:05)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: LAMTTO Wireless Carplay &Android Auto with 4K Dash cam,9.26 Inch Protable Carplay Screen for Car,1080P Backup Camera, Digital Media Receivers with Voice Control/Bluetooth/G-Sensor/GPS/Mirror Link (45:30)

Nate: Airtag Keychain Holder Case for Apple Airtag, 2 Pack of IPX8 Waterproof, Fully Shockproof, Anti Scratch Airtag Holder Case for Key, Kid, Bag, Luggage, Pets Collar (52:15)

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (55:20)

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We've got hot egg nog (and ranch nog) talk this week to wash down all the tech news there is to cover. Comcast has a major breach. Royal Match is taking over Candy Crush, and you might want to wait to order your new Aston Martin for the new CarPlay. All that and some great pro tips and tech picks throughout!

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Intro (00:00)

Followup:

Episode 77: Stanky Bean (16:00)

Christmas Gifts (17:40)

Puzzle game ‘Royal Match’ dethrones ‘Candy Crush’ from top of app store (19:50)

X Community Notes (21:25)

Aston Martin, Porsche Preview Bespoke Apple CarPlay Interfaces (26:00)

Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week: If you received electronics as gifts for the holidays, here’s what you should do first (29:00)

Just the headlines: (37:15)

Comcast Xfinity data breach affects over 35 million people

Beeper says it’s done trying to bring iMessage to Android after month-long ‘cat and mouse’ game with Apple

Mystery of the missing International Space Station tomato finally solved

Vibrating pill may give dieters a feeling of fullness, study suggests

Meta Quest Pro now has tongue tracking

Takes:

Car buyer hilariously tricks Chevy AI bot into selling a Tahoe for $1, ’no takesies backsies’ (40:20)

Apple announces new ‘contingent pricing’ feature for App Store subscriptions (42:50)

Apple’s Infinite Loop store permanently closing next month (44:30)

He stole hundreds of iPhones and looted people’s life savings. He told us how (47:10)

Bonus Odd Take: Egg Nog - A project (51:35)

Picks of the Week:

Dave: iFixit Mako Driver Kit - 64 Precision Bit Set for Electronics Repair (57:00)

Nate: SHASHIBO Shape Shifting Box - Award-Winning, Patented Fidget Cube w/ 36 Rare Earth Magnets - Transforms Into Over 70 Shapes, Download Fun in Motion Toys Mobile App (Original Series - Elements) (01:01:25)

Ramazon™ purchase (01:04:25)

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Your police department probably scared you for no reason, and Apple is trying to make you cry. Besides that, we've got the rest of the week's tech news, some pro tips, great picks, and a lot of side steps this week. All to help you get out there and tech better!

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Intro (00:00)

Followup:

Pay no attention to the police–NameDrop is perfectly safe for kids (04:20)

Apple’s The Lost Voice video (08:50)

Amazon calls on rival SpaceX to launch Internet satellites (10:10)

Temu parent company PDD sees big sales surge (12:05)

Crypto Watch: Bitcoin surges past $42K (15:55)

Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week:  iOS Check-in (18:35)

Just the headlines: (25:20)

After 151 years, Popular Science will no longer offer a magazine

Sports Illustrated published articles by fake, ai-generated writers, now deleted

Dollar Tree hit by third-party data breach impacting 2 million people

Threads finally lets you delete your account separately from Instagram

A plane fueled by fat and sugar has crossed the Atlantic Ocean

Kiss say farewell to live touring, become first US band to go virtual and become digital avatars

Takes:

Apple’s best of 2023 (29:50)

Microsoft’s Windows XP Ugly Sweater (35:40)

USPS text scams that Chelsea got (38:35)

Facebook watches teens online as they prep for college (42:15)

Bonus Odd Take: Taylor Swift’s website in 2002 (48:55)

Picks of the Week: 

Dave: Anker Soundcore 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker with 12W Stereo Sound, Bluetooth 5, Bassup, IPX7 Waterproof, 24-Hour Playtime, Wireless Stereo Pairing, Speaker for Home, Outdoors, Travel (50:45)

Nate: Apple USB-C to 3.5 mm Headphone Jack Adapter (56:40)

Ramazon™ purchase (60:30)

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We've got a variety pack of tech news this week, from the latest in Twitter's woes to why not to redact documents with a sharpie. Dave's got a protip for when you run into a waterfall this summer and we've got two great picks to help you tech better. Enjoy!

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Followup:

FTC sues Amazon, claiming ‘deceptive’ Prime sign-up and cancellation process (03:20)

RIP to my Pixel Fold: Dead after 4 days - Ron Amadeo (08:15)

YouTube tests restricting ad blocker users to 3 video views (10:35)

Twitter has started blocking unregistered users (12:55)

Just the headlines: (16:40)

Apple’s next AirPods Pro may check your hearing health and take your temperature

Insects could help turn beer waste into beef

Niantic Lays Off 230 Employees, Cancels NBA and Marvel Games

Polestar joins Volvo with an agreement to adopt Tesla’s charge port

Top NIH official advised Covid scientists that he uses personal email to evade FOIA

After 47 years, the National Weather Service's daily TV broadcast to Alaskans will end

Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week: Vertical Panos (18:00)

Takes:

Americans hate ISPs almost as much as they hate gas stations, survey finds (23:00)

NASA locks 4 volunteers into 3D-printed virtual Mars for over a year (26:35)

High school changes every student’s password to ‘Ch@ngeme!’ (28:55)

Sony’s confidential PlayStation secrets just spilled because of a Sharpie (31:15)

Bonus Odd Take: The Password Game - Neal.fun (32:40)

Picks of the Week: 

Dave: NASA’s Eyes (35:05)

Nate: 2 Pack Magnetic Wireless Charger 15W Fast Mag-Safe Charger for iPhone 14/13/12 Series and AirPods 3/2/Pro (Mag-Safe Charger Silver) (41:05)

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The Apple iPhone 16 and 16 Pro models are now available. What are people saying? What do we say? Plus, we have the rest of the week's interesting tech news and share tips and picks to help you tech better!

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INTRO (00:00)

MAIN TOPIC: iPhone 16s are here (03:05)

iPhone 16 vs. iPhone 16 Pro Buyer's Guide: All Differences Compared

iPhone 16 Camera Control: Everything You Need to Know

iPhone 16 and 16 Pro review roundup: Back to basics

AirPods 4, Watch 10 are here too

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: iOS 18 Photos, customize interface (26:00)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (32:55)

Atari launches a line of game-themed hot sauces

Tugboat powered by ammonia sails for the first time, showing how to cut emissions from shipping

California Drivers May Soon Get Speed-Warning Devices as Standard

Facebook admits to scraping every Australian adult user's public photos and posts to train AI, with no opt-out option

Elon Musk officially moves X headquarters from California to Texas

Saturn’s majestic rings will vanish in just six months from now

TAKES:

Marques Brownlee says ‘I hear you’ after fans criticize his new wallpaper app (35:05)

Israel Planted Explosives in Pagers Sold to Hezbollah, Officials Say (44:40)

Your Apple Watch can now replace your TV remote (48:10)

United Airlines taps Elon Musk’s Starlink for in-flight wi-fi (49:35)

BONUS ODD TAKE: Holotypic Occlupanid Research Group (50:40)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: rabbit r1 (55:25)

Nate: TORRAS Magnetic Slim Fit for iPhone 16 Pro Case 6.3 inch, Ultra-Thin 16 Pro Case Compatible with MagSafe, Lightweight Matte Anti-Scratch Hard PC Cover Phone Case for iPhone 16 Pro OriginFit, Black (01:00:30)

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (01:03:55)

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Nate just got back to town from Social Media Marketing World in San Diego. There was a lot of AI talk there so he recaps some of what is here now and what is coming in AI and how we use it. There's also more stories about AI, because it is moving fast. Besides AI, we've got the other tech stories you might care about and some great tips and picks to help you tech better. 

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INTRO (00:00)

FOLLOWUP:

Social Media Marketing World 2024 (2:20)

OpenAI’s Sora creates 1-minute videos from text (16:25)

Nvidia Overtakes Alphabet, One Day After Eclipsing Amazon (20:15)

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Background Sounds in iOS (23:30)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (29:35)

Thanks to Machine Learning, Scientist Finally Recover Text From The Charred Scrolls of Vesuvius

After trying the Vision Pro, Mark Zuckerberg says Quest 3 ‘is the better product, period’

Your AI Girlfriend Is a Data-Harvesting Horror Show

Starlink's Laser System Is Beaming 42 Million GB of Data Per Day

Google Joins Satellite Mission To Scan Globe for Methane Leaks

TAKES:

Walmart to buy TV maker Vizio for $2.3 billion in move to grow its ad business (31:50)

Apple Officially Warns Users To Stop Putting Wet iPhones in Rice (35:25)

Insider steals 79,000 email addresses at work to promote own business (38:15)

Wyze camera outage allowed some users to spy inside others’ homes (40:30)

Bonus Odd Take: Things Unexpectedly Named After People (44:50)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: Car Jump Starter, BUTURE 1500A Peak 13800mAh Portable Car Battery Starter up to 7.0L Gas/5.5L Diesel Engines Auto Battery Booster Pack with Smart Safety Jumper Cable, Fast Outputs 3.0 (50:30)

Nate: “Not Pick” 2024 Upgraded Version - Apple Watch Magnetic Fast Charger to USB-C Cable 1M/Portable [Apple MFi Certified] Magnetic Wireless Charging Compatible with Apple Watch Series 9/8/7/6/SE/5/4/3/2 - White (55:00)

RAMAZON PURCHASE (58:00)

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Google has released new Gemini AI models and provides free access to many. We take a look and see what's new and how it rates. We've got some other AI news to cover, including Netflix upscaling A Different World with some not-so-great results. How do you feel about QR code menus at restaurants? We found a study looking at their effect. There's plenty of other tech to get caught up on, as well as some tips and picks to help you tech better.

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INTRO (00:00)

The Pebble Watch is back (05:25)

Dave’s iPad keyboard case saga (08:30)

MAIN TOPIC: Google Gemini AI Updates (13:15)

https://gemini.google.com/app

Google rolling out latest Gemini 2.0 models, free Deep Research to Android, iOS

People are using Google’s new AI model to remove watermarks from images

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK:  Scam Alert! - Sherwood Archer (25:40)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (34:50)

Saturn solidifies its title as moon king with the discovery of 128 new moons

Everything you say to your Echo will be sent to Amazon starting on March 28

Intel appoints Lip-Bu Tan as CEO

Saudi Investment Fund pays $3.5bn to capture Pokémon Go

Google seals $32 billion deal for cyber start-up Wiz

SpaceX Dragon capsule sticks splashdown landing as NASA astronauts return home after months stuck in space

Man survives with titanium heart for 100 days – a world first

TAKES:

The surprising impact of QR code menus on diminishing customer loyalty (37:20)

Netflix used AI to upscale ‘A Different World’ and it’s a melted nightmare (46:05)

Whistleblower book Meta blocked from promotion is now an Amazon best seller - Streisand effect (48:40)

BONUS ODD TAKE: Flight Radar 24 (52:15)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: ULANZI Camera Cooling Fan Black New, Spring Telescopic Mounting Adjustable Mini Intelligent Cooling Fan Real-time Monitoring with Type-C Charging Port, Compatible with Sony Canon FUJIFILM Nikon (55:40)

Nate: Photoshop for iOS (58:40)

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (01:03:40)

We all have a lot of data online, is there any chance of getting rid of our digital footprint? We've got a couple services that claim to help, but is it a hopeless endeavor? If it is, we follow that with some very helpful websites in other areas. Then it's on to a whirlwind of tech news, tips, and picks to help you tech better.

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INTRO (00:00)

Can you delete yourself from the internet? (07:15)

Joindeleteme.com - Your personal data is yours again

Deleteme.com - Discover & control your digital footprint

Justdeleteme.xyz - A directory of direct links to delete your account from web services

Actually helpful websites: (22:00)

IlovePDF.com - Every tool you need to work with PDFs in one place

BookPecker.com - 14,509 books summarized in 5 bullet points

12ft.io - Browse a cleaner web!

FMHY.net - free media heck yeah

Alltop.com - Top news for any topic

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Quickly scroll back down in Photos for iOS (32:30)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (36:00)

The Internet Archive just backed up an entire Caribbean island

President Biden is now posting into the fediverse

San Francisco's light rail to upgrade from floppy disks

First patient receives cell therapy that turns lymph node into tiny liver

Trash from the International Space Station may have hit a house in Florida

NASA picks 3 companies to help astronauts drive around the moon

White House directs NASA to create time standard for the moon

TAKES:

Apple opens the App Store to retro game emulators (40:00)

9 of the 10 most-watched streaming programs are reruns (42:35)

Roku explores taking over HDMI feeds with ads (45:20)

Google rolling out Find My Device network for Android (47:25)

BONUS ODD TAKE: 37 Heaven! (48:35)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: Mobapad M6S Joycons (52:10)

Nate: 100 PCS Adhesive Cable Clips (Small, White&Black), Upgraded Wall Wire Holder Cord Organizer for Cable Management Under Desk, Light Clips Hooks for LED, Car Dash Cam, USB Cable (57:15)

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (59:30)

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Many headlines claimed Apple was "halting" the Vision Pro 2 work this week. Then, it was revealed that they are looking to make a cost-saving version. What will that mean when it is released next year? In other news, Julian Assange, of Wikileaks fame, was released from jail, and Apple pushed some big updates to Final Cut Pro. We discuss it all, plus so much more.

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INTRO (00:00)

AUGO Magnetic Screen Door (04:00)

Main Topic: How cheap does the Vision Pro need to be? (06:15)

Report: Cheaper ‘Apple Vision’ headset could require a tethered iPhone or Mac

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Preserve battery life: background app refresh (16:30)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (26:35)

Millions of mosquitoes released in Hawaii to save rare birds from extinction

NASA’s Voyager 1 probe is fully online again after months of spouting gibberish

Amazon Prime Day 2024 will run July 16-17

Supernova slowdowns confirm Einstein’s predictions of time dilation

AI-generated candidate files to run for office in Wyoming

Astronomers detect sudden awakening of black hole 1m times mass of sun

The US Postal Service honors Alex Trebek with a stamp

TAKES: 

Julian Assange leaves jail on his way to enter plea deal with the US (29:15)

How small claims court became Meta's customer service hotline (31:30)

Apple launches Help me choose tool to choose the right Mac for you (35:50)

Final Cut Pro gets major update with new camera app (37:45)

Amazon-powered AI cameras used to detect emotions of unwitting UK train passengers (39:35)

Change Healthcare confirms ransomware hackers stole medical records on a ‘substantial proportion’ of Americans (42:30)

BONUS ODD TAKE: Pet display clothing - Weird and Wonderful Patents (43:15)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: SMALLRIG Super Clamp(2 Pack) Magic Arm Clamp for DJI Ronin, Camera Monitor, LED Light 2058 (47:35)

Nate: GIGA PUMP 4.0 Mini Air Pump 4.2kPa with Camping Lantern Portable Air Pump, Rechargeable Air Pump can Deflation, Travel Air Pump for Air Bed Mattress,Pool Float,Swimming Rings, Vacuum Bags (50:30)

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (54:40)

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Apple kicked off its 2024 Worldwide Developers Conference with a nearly 2-hour keynote covering what's coming to their software. Nate and Dave watched it live while Dave took copious notes! We discuss the highlights of visionOS, iOS, iPadOS, WatchOS, tvOS, macOS, and Apple Intelligence!

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Intro (00:00)

WWDC Keynote:

• Apple TV+ update (02:35)
• visionOS 2 (03:30)
• iOS 18 (08:50)
• Audio and Home (20:20)
• watchOS 11 (24:20)
• iPadOS 18 (26:45)
• macOS Sequoia (33:00)
• AI - Apple Intelligence (40:10)

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A very happy World Backup Day to all who celebrate- and you should! March 31st is World Backup day, so we discuss what you should be backing up and how. Is all your important stuff backed up? Please do it, and remember, One Backup is None Backup!

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INTRO (00:00)

Lumon Terminal Pro (02:10)

Nintendo Today! app (03:15)

MAIN TOPIC: World Backup Day (09:00)

Digital - Backblaze, iCloud, Hard drives

Old Photos, videos, keepsakes

Life in general - If there is something important, have an extra, or at least a plan

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JUST THE HEADLINES: (23:20)

Musk's xAI buys Musk's X social media platform for $33 billion

Virginia will punish fast drivers with devices that limit their speed

Scientists record first sounds ever known to be made by sharks

iPad was underwater for five years before it helped solve an attempted murder

Pirating pioneer Napster sells for $207M with plans for music metaverse

China's Baidu denies data breach after executive's daughter leaks personal info

• ⁃ Facebook’s new friends-only feed lets you scroll like it’s 2008

Apple held its fall Wonderlust event to unveil the new Apple Watches and iPhones. After watching the live stream from Apple, we hit record to run through the details and give you our thoughts. Enjoy!

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Intro (00:00)

Apple Watch S9 (04:30)

Apple Environment (06:50)

Apple Watch Ultra 2 (08:35)

iPhone 15 (11:30)

iPhone 15 Pro (20:05)

iCloud plus new storage tiers (35:50)

What we want (38:30)

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Well, the reviews are out on the Rabbit R1. How does it compare to the Humane AI Pin or Limitless? Do we really need another gadget to do AI for us? Plus, what's the deal with the TikTok ban? We also announce the winner of our Notpicks giveaway! And all the other tech goodness you've come to expect. 

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INTRO (00:00)

NOTPICKS.COM GIVEAWAY (02:45)

Rabbit R1. Is AI in a Box worth it? (11:25)

MKBHD strikes again, “Barely Reviewable”

iJustine is partner with R1, doesn’t say one bad thing about it

AI hardware is like trying to invent the iPod after the iPhone

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Facebook feeds (19:50)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (26:30)

US Post Office phishing sites get as much traffic as the real one

Generative AI arrives in the gene editing world of CRISPR

Thermonator, the Flame-Throwing Robot Dog, Can Now Be Yours for $9,420

Microsoft releases MS-DOS 4 source code on GitHub

Ford just reported a massive loss on every electric vehicle it sold

DJI might get banned next in the US

US teacher charged with using AI to frame principal with hate speech clip

Airline keeps mistaking 101-year-old woman for a 1-year-old

TAKES:

Biden signs TikTok ‘ban’ bill into law, starting the clock for ByteDance to divest it - ByteDance prefers TikTok shutdown in US if legal options fail, sources say - Biden campaign plans to keep using TikTok through the election (31:55)

With YouTube Booming, Podcast Creators Get Camera-Ready (38:25)

Google delays third-party cookie demise yet again (43:10)

Police warn of thieves using wifi-jamming tech to disarm cameras, alarms (46:15)

BONUS ODD TAKE: BioNumbers - The database of useful biological numbers (48:05)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: SAMSUNG 28-Inch ViewFinity UR55 Series 4K UHD IPS Computer Monitor, HDR10, AMD FreeSync, HDMI 2.0 and DisplayPort 1.2, Bezelless Display, Eye Care, LU28R550UQNXZA, 2023 (55:20)

Nate: Shure SM48 Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone with Shock-Mounted Cartridge, Steel Mesh Grille and Integral Pop Filter, A25D Mic Clip, Storage Bag, 3-pin XLR Connector, No Cable Included (SM48-LC) (59:25)

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The world of tech news was all over the place this week, but we do our best to make sense of it. Plus, we have some great tips throughout and 6 more picks for All Re-picks August. Enjoy!

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Intro (00:00)

Followup:

Apple now offering refurbished AirPods 3 for $149 (04:30)

Amazon is rolling out a generative AI feature that summarizes product reviews (08:30)

ISPs complain that listing every fee is too hard, urge FCC to scrap new rule (10:15)

Linear TV falls below 50% of viewing for first time (11:35)

Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week:  iOS App Iconpalooza Menu/Move/Group (15:30)

Just the headlines: (21:05)

After firetruck crash, California tells Cruise to reduce robotaxi fleet by 50% in San Francisco

68 years after his death, James Dean is reportedly starring in a new movie - thanks to AI

Buyers of Bored Ape NFTs sue after digital apes turn out to be bad investment

Microsoft AI suggests food bank as a “cannot miss” tourist spot in Canada

Supermarket AI meal planner app suggests recipe that would create chlorine gas

Takes:

The iMac turns 25 (23:15)

Spotify looked to ban white noise podcasts to become more profitable (27:30)

FBI used Nintendo Switch to locate abducted child (30:40)

Discord.io confirms breach after hacker steals data of 760K users (32:35)

Bonus Odd Take: Button of the Month from The Verge (34:30)

Re-Picks of the Week: 

Dave:

Software: FlipFlop Solitaire - Episode 101:  Millennial Fulcrum 11/16/17 (38:25)

Hardware: Vizio 36” Soundbar - Episode 111: Inspectre Gadget Hardware 1/25/18 (41:15)

Other: Anker PowerCore Fusion, Portable Charger 5000mAh with Dual USB Wall Charger, Foldable Plug and PowerIQ, Battery Pack for iPhone, iPad, Android, Samsung Galaxy and More - Episode 161: Marry ‘em Webster 1/9/19 (43:15)

Nate:

Software: Authy 2FA - Episode 239: It's Always Good to Have Options 7/8/20 (45:40)

Hardware: RollingSquare inCharge cables - Episode 273: A Half Step Behind 3/3/21 (47:35)

Other: Tyvek Mighty Wallet - Episode 198: Almost a Milestone 09/25/19 (50:40)

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Dave's iPhone 15 Pro Max showed up, and we forgot to warn you about the test of the FEMA emergency broadcast system. U2 opened up the Sphere in Vegas and Google announced new Pixel phones. Get caught up on all of this and more with some great tips and picks so you can tech better.

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Intro (00:00)

Followup:

Sorry we forgot to warn you about the FEMA emergency broadcast test (03:25)

Dave’s new iPhone 15 Pro Max (04:40)

Apple releases iOS 17.0.3 with fix for iPhone 15 Pro overheating (09:50)

Netflix plans to raise prices after actor strike ends (11:40)

Portland Retro Gaming Expo (15:10)

Chels’ friend Netflix DVD Idiocracy (17:05)

Prime Big Deal Days October 10-11 (18:25)

Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week:  Larger view on iOS (20:15)

Just the headlines: (28:50)

DRIVEWAY CAM

US science agencies on track to hit 25-year funding low

SEC seeks to force Musk testimony on Twitter stock purchases

ICE, CBP, Secret Service all illegally used smartphone location data

MGM resorts refused to pay ransom in cyberattack on casinos

Sam Bankman-Fried considered paying Trump $5 billion not to run for president, Michael Lewis tells ’60 Minutes’

Takes:

Google Pixel Event 2023 - Pixel 8, Pixel Watch, Pixel Buds Pro, Android 14 (30:55)

Google has shipped almost 40 million Pixel phones since 2016, 10 million last year (36:15)

U2 opens sphere in Las Vegas (37:45)

23andMe scraping incident leaked data on 1.3 million users of Ashkenazi and Chinese descent (42:35)

Cybersecurity Awareness Month (45:10)

Bonus Odd Take: Weird A.I. Yankovic, a cursed deep dive into the world of voice cloning (47:15)

Picks of the Week: 

Dave: ZIYOU LANG RK68 60% Wireless Mechanical Keyboard (52:45)

Nate: Rolling Square AirCard (59:30)

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Australia has passed a ban on social media for kids under 16? Will it happen? Should it happen? We do our best to break it down. We've also got plenty of other tech news, tips, and picks to get caught up in this episode.

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INTRO (00:00)

MAIN TOPIC: Should we ban social media for kids? (06:50)

Australia passes social media ban for children under 16

TikTok will ban teenagers from using beauty filters

Meta’s parenting tips for social media

How to be a good digital parent toolkit

Pessimists Archive

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Control Center- Stop the automatic moving of items (20:55)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (32:15)

‘Brain rot’ named Oxford Word of the Year 2024

For moon missions, researchers test a 3D-printable, waterless concrete

Amid Europe’s energy crisis, this Dutch tulip farmer is swapping gas for heat from Bitcoin mining

ISPs offer such excellent customer service they don’t need regulating, say ISPs

NYC's Museum of Ice Cream sued after man claims injury jumping into sprinkle pool

Scientists baffled as orcas seem to revive an 80s trend: dead salmon hats

TAKES

Heartwarming Apple holiday video showcases AirPods Pro 2 hearing aid feature (43:00)

300-foot high Wallace & Gromit animation created on iPhone 16 on show at Apple’s UK campus (45:40)

Nintendo relaunches Animal Crossing on iPhone as paid game with no in-app purchases (48:35)

Yes, that viral LinkedIn post you read was probably AI-generated (51:40)

BONUS ODD TAKE: InfiniteStroll.com (57:25)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: Bicycle Prestige Waterproof Plastic Playing Cards, Red & Blue (01:01:05)

Nate: Cellhelmet Car Dash Mount With Fast Wireless Charging Pad & Magnetic (01:05:10)

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (01:09:45)

What other tech podcast covers CNN Max, the Lochness Monster, and swimming pools this week? August is a slow news month in the tech world, but we make up for it with 6 more great re-picks of the week to wrap up "All Re-pick August." Enjoy!

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Intro (00:00)

Followup:

Backblaze changes - Get Backblaze now! (03:45)

South Yorkshire Police admits losing three years’ worth of officer body cam footage (07:50)

CNN Max launching on HBO’s Max (09:25)

Amazon launches a Fire TV Channels app with 400+ free ad-supported TV channels (13:20)

Epic offers devs 100 percent of net revenue for six months of EGS exclusivity (15:20)

Atari 2600+ announced (17:30)

Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week:  Search the web by voice (24:00)

Just the headlines: (28:30)

Scientists strengthen concrete by 30 percent with used coffee grounds

Paper straws not so eco-friendly, 90% contain toxic “forever chemicals”

OnlyFans users spent more than $5 billion last year, as the number of creators surged 47%

Threads on the web widely rolling out

Zoom CEO says Zoom meetings hinder innovation and debate, wants employees back in the office

Takes:

Sony’s portable PlayStation Portal launches later this year for $199.99 (31:20)

Monster hunters descend on Scotland for biggest Loch Ness search in 50 years (35:10)

Better.com CEO who fired 900 people on Zoom is struggling to keep his company afloat (37:05)

Bonus Odd Take: Very minimalist movie posters (38:45)

Re-Picks of the Week: 

Dave:

Software: GamePigeon - Ep. 84 Piggyback on Peggy Bick - 7/20/17 (42:10)

Hardware: iPad - Ep. 94 Hey Siri, Down Periscope! 9/28/17 (45:00)

Other: Reelgood - Ep. 231: All My Parties Be Drive-bys - 5/13/20 (46:50)

Nate:

Software: Paste Clipboard Management - Ep. 219: Trendy Dystopian Products 2/19/20 (49:50)

Hardware: Neewer Lighting - Episode 329: Win One for the Giffer 3/30/23 (53:10)

Other: Swimply - Episode 289: A Little WiFi Hygiene 6/23/21 (56:50)

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Over at Meta, Mark Zuckerberg has released the Open-Source Llama 3 and integrated it into Meta AI. He also put it in sunglasses. In related news, has big news about the Quest platform. Then we get on to the rest of the week's tech news, with some great tips and picks to help you tech better!

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INTRO (00:00)

Zuckerberg’s Llama 3, Meta AI, and more (11:30)

What does Meta AI do? The latest upgrade creates images as you type and more.

Introducing Meta Llama 3: The most capable openly available LLM to date

Hugging Face - on a journey to advance and democratize artificial intelligence through open source and open science.

The Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses have multimodal AI now

Meta expands its mixed reality beyond the Quest headsets

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: AirDrop tips (33:15)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (42:55)

Biden marked Earth Day by announcing $7 billion in solar power grants

Apple reportedly stops production of FineWoven accessories

Software glitch saw Aussie casino give away millions in cash

Google fires 28 employees after sit-in protest over Israel cloud contract

96% of US hospital websites share visitor info with Meta, Google, data brokers

Stellarator fusion reactor gets new life thanks to a creative magnet workaround

TAKES:

Boston Dynamics unveils new electric Atlas robot (46:40)

Amazon cloud unit kills Snowmobile data transfer truck eight years after driving 18-wheeler onstage (50:00)

Limitless is a new AI tool for your meetings — and an all-hearing wearable gadget (52:00)

Google brings AI-powered editing tools, like Magic Editor, to all Google Photos users for free (55:20)

BONUS ODD TAKE: The Fish Doorbell (57:10)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: Delta Emulator for iOS (01:00:55)

Nate: USB Type C Extension Cable (01:06:45)

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (01:09:45)

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Google held its Made by Google event today, announcing the new Pixel 9 phone lineup, plenty of Gemini AI, and other stuff. After the announcement, they held a cringe-worthy afterparty to show off a bunch of celebrities. We also catch up on the rest of the week's tech news and share some great tech tips and picks.

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INTRO (00:00)

FOLLOWUP: Logitech says it has no plans for a subscription-based ‘Forever Mouse’ (02:50)

MAIN TOPIC: Google Pixel Event and “After Party” (03:40)

Gemini AI, Pixel 9, more announced at Google’s Pixel event

The Made by Google After Party

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: iCloud+ (13:15)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (29:20)

Teacher spends 1800 hours building the hovercraft of his childhood dreams

Replika CEO Eugenia Kuyda says it’s okay if we end up marrying AI chatbots

Reservoir of liquid water found deep in Martian rocks

Excess memes and ‘reply all’ emails are bad for climate, researcher warns

Google DeepMind develops a ‘solidly amateur’ table tennis robot

Mayonnaise could help improve fusion energy yields

TAKES:

Starlink Mini is now available for anyone in the US to roam (31:25)

Humane Ai Pin woes worsen as recent returns exceed sales (34:45)

Instagram will now let you share 20 photos per post (36:05)

This Vision Pro emulator brings Nintendo’s Virtual Boy back to life (38:15)

Forget Midjourney — Flux is the new king of AI image generation and here’s how to get access (39:30)

Six 0-Days Lead Microsoft’s August 2024 Patch Push (41:25)

BONUS ODD TAKE: Things Organized Neatly (43:40)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Big updates to PPOTW: (47:40)

Flighty 4.0

Blackmagic Camera App

Dave: Regal Unlimited (49:20)

Nate: NEEWER Wireless Microphone Set for Phone with Type C Interface, Lav Mic for iPhone 15 Series Android Phone, Noise Cancelling Lapel Lavalier Microphone System, Video Recording Live Stream Podcast, KM15 (52:40)

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (57:20)

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SBF was found guilty, Biden is taking control of AI, and Elon has a new chatbot named Grok. What more could you need for one episode? Well, we found plenty more to talk about with plenty of side-steps and hot technical difficulty talk. Enjoy and tech better!

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Intro (00:00)

Followup:

Apple Updates Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro (07:15)

Qualcom announces new ARM chips (08:15)

Behind the scenes at Scary Fast: Apple’s keynote event shot on iPhone and edited on Mac (09:15)

Apple Quarterly Results (11:40)

Mint shutting down - Episode 175: Pneumatic Tubes (12:50)

Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week:  People in photos on iPhone (18:00)

Just the headlines: (26:45)

Sam Bankman-Fried found guilty on all seven criminal fraud counts

NASA sends software patch 12 billion miles to Voyager 2

DoorDash is testing warnings about bad service if you don’t tip your driver

Amazon made $1 billion through secret price raising algorithm -US FTC

A world record in race walking is erased after the course was measured wrong

Takes:

The Beatles’ final song is now streaming thanks to AI (28:40)

Elon Musk debuts ‘Grok’ AI bot to rival ChatGPT, others (30:40)

Meta Trained an AI on 48M Science Papers. It Was Shut Down After 2 Days (33:00)

Biden signs executive order to oversee and invest in AI (35:15)

Bomb threat involving food delivery robots at Oregon State University proved to be a prank (37:15)

Alliance of 40 countries to vow not to pay ransom to cybercriminals, US says (39:55)

Bonus Odd Take: Internet Artifacts Museum Neal.fun - Nate’s Numa Numa Tribute (41:25)

Picks of the Week:

Dave: Keychron K7 Ultra-Slim 65% Layout 68 Keys Wireless Bluetooth/Wired Mechanical Keyboard, Hot Swappable Low-Profile Gateron Blue Switch RGB LED Backlit Keyboard Compatible with Mac Windows (46:15)

Nate: MacSales.com and the Apple Magic Keyboard Space Gray (50:00)

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Another day, another major data breach. Reported as 3 billion records and actually being released back in April, hackers stole a lot of information on most people in the US, Canada, and the UK. We'll examine what happened and explain how you can check how much of your data is now out there. Once past that joyous story, we'll get into all the other tech news along with some tips and picks to help you tech better!

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INTRO (00:00)

Apple officially announces iPhone 16 event for September 9: ‘It’s Glowtime’ (04:15)

MAIN TOPIC: Lost in Space (07:35)

Boeing Starliner returning empty as NASA turns to SpaceX to bring astronauts back from ISS

Humanity has about six months to purchase 8 billion ape costumes for the ultimate prank.

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Show and Tell - Meta Ray-Ban Glasses (14:40)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (20:25)

Microsoft backtracks on deprecating the 39-year-old Windows Control Panel

Linux market share hits record high at 4.45%

Second human to receive Neuralink brain chip uses it to play Counter-Strike 2

Instagram is adding a Myspace-like ‘song on profile’ feature

Trump promotes family’s new crypto platform, ‘The Defi-ant Ones’

Crayola trademarks the 'slightly earthy' smell of its crayons

Hackers Are Targeting Tour De France Riders’ Fancy Electric Shifters

TAKES:

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov arrested at French airport (23:35)

Zuckerberg says he regrets caving to White House pressure on content (28:05)

Nintendo shutting down Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp App (31:25)

A YouTube video really can remove water from your iPhone (33:20)

BONUS ODD TAKE: Suno AI Song Creation - Nate’s iPhone Song Creation (36:55)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: BLUETTI Portable Power Station EB3A, 268Wh LiFePO4 Battery Backup w/ 2 600W (1200W Surge) AC Outlets, Recharge from 0-80% in 30 Min., Solar Generator for Outdoor Camping (Solar Panel Optional) (47:40)

Nate: Jinkies (56:50)

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (61:15)

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There has been a lot of VR news lately. We'll get caught up on the world of Nate's Apple Vision Pro, Dave's Meta Quest, and Samsung is getting into the game with Apple. Are you on the VR bandwagon yet? Plus, we've got all of the other segments, tech news, tips, and picks to help you tech better!

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INTRO (00:00)

Amazingly Awkward Christmas Playlist (04:10)

MAIN TOPIC: Apple, Meta, Google VR News (10:05)

Tim Cook defends Vision Pro’s sales performance with three words

Popular Science Innovation of the Year - Apple Vision Pro

Simply Piano now lets you learn to play through Apple Vision Pro — no keyboard required

ResMed debuts ergonomic head strap for Vision Pro

Blackmagic debuts $30,000 3D camera for capturing video for Vision Pro

Apple Vision Pro has completely changed how Porsche unveils sports cars in two ways

Latest Meta Quest 3 update includes a major visual overhaul, and improved PCVR

This Vision Pro clone from Samsung and Google is good news for Apple users

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK:  Return of the volume slider on the Lock Screen (28:30)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (34:00)

Scrabble star wins Spanish world title – despite not speaking Spanish

X gains a faster Grok model and a new ‘Grok button’

Startup will brick $800 emotional support robot for kids without refunds

LG stops making Blu-ray players

Australia struggling with oversupply of solar power

Grubhub just sold for $650 million. Four years ago it was worth $7.3 billion

YouTube TV Hikes Price $10 to $82.99

TAKES

Tips pour in over 5,000 drone sightings. Reason to worry? Government says no (40:20)

Artificial intelligence is helping archaeologists unlock Earth’s oldest secrets (44:00)

T-Mobile opens registration for Starlink direct-to-cell satellite service beta launch (45:55)

An official statement from Peak Design regarding privacy (46:55)

BONUS ODD TAKE: Open the microwave door game (49:15)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: Bambu Lab A1 Combo (52:15)

Nate: 32 Inch Webcam Stand Camera Mount, Upgraded Thick Base Flexible Gooseneck Camera Stand Desk Webcam Mount Clamp for Logitech Webcam C930e C930 C920 C922x C922 Brio 4K C925e C615, Gopro Hero 8 7 6 5 4 (01:00:25)

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (01:03:05)

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Coca-Cola is getting a lot of flack over its new AI Christmas ad. Are AI ads the future? A whole lot of people 'tuned' into Netflix to watch some boxing, how did that go? Instagram has a new reset feature that could be very helpful. Those are just a few of the tech news stories we discuss on this week's show. Enjoy!

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INTRO (00:00)

Final Cut Pro 11 Released (06:35)

MAIN TOPIC: AI Coca-Cola Christmas Ad (10:15)

Coca-Cola's New AI-Generated Holiday Ad Slammed as 'Soulless' and 'Embarrassing': 'This Is Such Slop'

Coca Cola’s AI-Generated Ad Controversy, Explained

Toys ‘R’ Us AI-generated ad controversy explained

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Turn off auto app install on iOS devices (18:50)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (22:55)

A.I. chatbots defeated doctors at diagnosing illness

Threads grew by a Bluesky this month

Ukraine, US to partner on developing small modular nuclear reactors for reconstruction

Multiple emus on the loose in South Carolina – while 8 escaped lab monkeys also still large

New Pentagon report on UFOs includes hundreds of new incidents but no evidence of aliens

Fake bear commits insurance fraud

Researchers are trying to reinvent the wheel

TAKES

Netflix says 60M households worldwide watched Paul-Tyson (28:00)

Why Everyone Is Now Watching Podcasts on YouTube (33:50)

Are your Instagram recommendations a mess? You can now start from scratch (37:15)

Apple’s new home hub could be the smart home kit you’ve been dreaming of (39:20)

Yes, the 10 worst passwords still include ‘password’ and ‘secret’ (42:50)

BONUS ODD TAKE: 10,946: a Year-Long Post-It Note Animation (46:15)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: Tomb Raider Remastered (50:40)

Nate: Kasa Apple HomeKit Outdoor Smart Plug, 2 Sockets, IP64 Weather Resistance for Outdoor String Lights, Compatible with Siri, Alexa & Google Home, Long Wi-Fi Range, 2.4G Wi-Fi Only, ETL Certified (54:55) 

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (59:20)

Today is the 26th day of the Apple Vision Pro being available. We start the show by discussing our experiences with it and some of the other talking points out there. We also have other news to discuss, especially Google Gemini's AI issues. Plus, we've got some great tips and picks to help you tech better! 

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INTRO (00:00)

THE AVP 26 DAYS IN:

Nate’s experience (03:05)

Dave’s experience (10:50)

Vision Pro Return rate (17:00)

Over 1000 native apps for Vision Pro (23:20)

Crackgate screen issues (25:20)

Build price estimates (27:30)

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Swipe up to close apps (31:50)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (39:00)

Apple Upgrades iMessage With PQ3 Quantum Computer-Resistant Encryption Protocol

AT&T Will Issue $5 Reimbursements For 12-Hour Outage

Doom Is Now Playable On A $2,000+ Lawnmower Because Why Not

Man in Backyard Talks to Orbiting Astronaut Using Homemade Antenna

NASA Streams Cat Video From Deep, Deep Space

Apple cancels plans to build an electric car

Wendy’s planning Uber-style ‘surge pricing’ where burger prices fluctuate based on demand

TAKES:

Google’s Gemini has some serious bias issues (41:45)

ChatGPT goes temporarily “insane” with unexpected outputs, spooking users (48:40)

Apple releases speedy Sports App (49:55)

Fat Patch Tuesday, February 2024 Edition (52:50)

Vending machine error reveals secret face image database of college students (54:00)

Bonus Odd Take: A faithful recreation of Tetris on the Electronic 60 original (56:20)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: Xbox Wireless Controller – Starfield Limited Edition Series X|S, One, and Windows Devices (58:35)

Nate: South Chicago Packing Wagyu Beef Tallow, 42 Ounces, Paleo-friendly, Keto-friendly, 100% Pure Wagyu (01:03:40)

RAMAZON PURCHASE: Nope

Bitcoin hit an all-time high today, and we're trying to figure out why. Will it keep going up? Who knows. We were also hoping for some big iPad news this week, but Apple released some other stuff instead. Then we get into the rest of the tech news, some pro tips, and our picks of the week, enjoy!

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INTRO (00:00)

CryptoWatch

• Bitcoin hits record high. Here's what's driving up the price (03:05)
• Bitcoin euphoria is back as investors prepare for the quadrennial ‘halving’ (07:00)
• 4 Reasons to Buy Coinbase Stock Like There's No Tomorrow (10:00)
• Apple launches new 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air with M3 chip, support for two external displays, faster Wi-Fi (12:20)
• Apple refreshes iPhone cases and watchbands (20:35)
• iOS 17.4 brings podcast transcripts (21:50)
• Tech worker's wife says she didn't want Apple Vision Pro in wedding pictures (23:25)

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Special lists in Reminders app (25:30)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (29:05)

• Winklevoss Twins’ Start-Up Will Pay Burned Customers $1B
• Self-pay gas station pumps break across NZ as software can’t handle Leap Day
• Elon Musk sues OpenAI and Sam Altman over ‘betrayal’ of nonprofit AI mission
• Carmakers Must Bring Back Buttons, Says Europe
• Facebook, Threads and Instagram back online after 2-hour outage
• Sergey Brin says Google ‘definitely messed up’ Gemini image launch
• Unhoused man accused of trying to steal a Waymo self-driving car in downtown L.A.

TAKES:

• Call-Center Firm Sinks on Klarna Claims AI Is Doing Agents’ Jobs (31:05)
• HP wants you to pay up to $36/month to rent a printer that it monitors (34:50)
• Apple says iPhone 15 batteries have a longer lifespan than initially thought (38:50)
• Portland Unipiper facing uphill battle after Facebook hack (41:00)

Bonus Odd Take: Old’aVista - The most powerful guide to the old internet (43:55)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

• Dave: Elebase USB to USB C Adapter 4 Pack (46:35)
• Nate: CapCut Video Creation (50:55

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Super Bowl ads are a thing. Disney is getting into the Fortnite game. iTunes is really going away this time. Plus, there is so much more in the world of technology to discuss. Plus, we've got tips and picks to help you tech better. Enjoy!

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Intro (00:00)

Followup:

Superb Owl thoughts - The Tech Company Super Bowl Ads of 2024 - Best 2024 Super Bowl commercials: All 59 ranked according to USA TODAY Ad Meter (04:35)

Disney Invests $1.5 Billion in ‘Fortnite’ Developer Epic Games: ‘Our Biggest Foray Into the Game Space Ever,’ Iger Says (09:30)

ESPN, Fox and Warner Team Up to Create Sports Streaming Platform (12:30)

Grammarly lays off 230 employees as part of a ‘business restructuring’ (14:50)

Google rebrands Bard chatbot as Gemini, rolls out paid subscription (17:50)

Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week:  Quickly send photos in Messages (19:45)

Just the headlines: (22:20)

Mob sets Waymo car ablaze in San Francisco

Ring video doorbell customers angry at 43% price hike

Americans lost record $10 billion to fraud in 2023, FTC warns

In a first for Uber since becoming a public company, an annual profit

Alaska Air CEO says loose bolts found in ‘many’ Boeing Jets

Snap is recalling and refunding every drone it ever sold

Should you flush with toilet lid up or down? Study says it doesn’t matter

Takes:

Apple Officially Splits iTunes for Windows Into Apple Music, TV, and Devices Apps (27:30)

MS-DOS and Windows 3.11 still run train dashboards at German railway — company listed admin job for 30-year-old operating system (29:10)

Fraudulent app impersonating LastPass currently available in Apple App Store (32:15)

3 million smart toothbrushes were not used in a DDoS attack after all, but it could happen (33:50)

Bonus Odd Take: Sandtris (35:35)

Picks of the Week:

Dave: UNCN Wide Microwave Heating pad with Washable Cover 9 * 15" Microwavable Hot Pad for Neck Shoulder, Cramps, Back Pain Relief, Cordless Warm Compress Weighted Moist Heat Pack for Aches, Unscented (38:50)

Nate: sarlar Hard Carrying Case Compatible with Meta Oculus Quest 2/Quest 3 Original/Elite Version VR Gaming Headset and Touch Controllers Accessories, Suitable for Travel and Home Storage (41:55)

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Tuesday is Election Day in the USA, but as "The Most Non-Partisan Tech Podcast on the Internet," this episode serves as a reprieve from the endless election coverage and breaking news. We discuss Nate's new iPad, the week's tech news, helpful tips and picks, and other random ramblings.

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INTRO (00:00)

New M4 Macbook Pros (02:55)

Black Friday is already here (06:35)

MAIN TOPIC: Nate’s new iPad and the state of iPads (08:35)

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Track Election Results with Apple News and Live Activity (20:20)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (23:20)

Reddit is profitable for the first time ever

Fired employee allegedly hacked Disney World’s menu system to alter peanut allergy information

Uranus' moon Miranda may have an ocean beneath its surface

Colorado agency improperly posted passwords for its election system online

Meta’s plan for nuclear-powered AI data centre thwared by rare bees

Researchers spot black hole eating stuff at over 40x the theoretical limit

TAKES

Apple acquires photo editing app maker Pixelmator (26:15)

Mom is Texting: Teachers say parents are a daily distraction during class (29:45)

OpenAI launches its Google challenger, ChatGPT Search (32:10)

Russian court fines Google $20,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 - decillion (34:10)

Call of Duty’s massive filesize drives peak internet usage (37:10)

BONUS ODD TAKE: A collection of 2000+ science images from the NIH (40:25)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: Crank That Clicker (cookie clicker games)

For Panic’s PlayDate handheld console (43:15)

Nate: Neewer Magnetic Flexible Phone Holder with 1/4 Screw Adapter, Mini Bendable Tripod Stand Selfie Stick Compatible with MagSafe iPhone Samsung Android Cellphones for Handlebar/Treadmill/Stroller, GP-19 (48:15)

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (52:55)

Nate has had some tech go belly up on him recently. What should you do when your gadgets aren't working? We'll look at the options and the holistic cost of those options. We also have the week's tech news to get caught up on, including a rousing round of Just the Headlines. Enjoy and tech better!

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INTRO (00:00)

New Macs next week? (04:45)

MAIN TOPIC: How or when to repair your tech (07:50)

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: If your iPhone won't turn on or is frozen - iPad (25:15)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (36:20)

Alien: Romulus Is Getting a VHS Release (Yes, Really)

Cheating alleged after men’s world conker champion found with steel chestnut

Amazon discontinues the last Kindle with physical buttons

Amazon finally has a color Kindle, and it looks pretty good

Byju’s founder says his edtech startup, once worth $22B, is now ‘worth zero’

TAKES

FTC’s rule banning fake online reviews goes into effect (39:25)

The FTC is finally making it easier to cancel your gym membership (41:50)

‘Beast Games’ set issues highlight growing pains in YouTuber-run productions (45:50)

No calls, no texts, no problem: A month after cellphone restrictions instituted, Spokane Public Schools teachers report benefits (47:20)

BONUS ODD TAKE: Livestreams of Watering Holes in the Namibian Desert (50:30)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: Apple Magic Keyboard for 12.9-inch iPad Pro 3rd Gen, 4th Gen, & 5th Gen - Black Renewed (54:35)

Nate: elago Clear Case Compatible with Apple Vision Pro Case, TPU Cover, Protective Cover Compatible with Vision Pro VR Glasses, Headset Protector, Anti-Scratch, Anti-Yellowing (58:45)

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (01:00:20)

Tech news has slowed down for the holidays, but 'Tis the Season for Lists. We take a look at Apple's App Store Award winners, as well as the most downloaded apps and games of 2024. TikTok is on the second list but will it survive 2025? We've also got some exciting news alongside our usual tips, picks, and headlines.

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INTRO (00:00)

We’re going to CES! (07:20)

MAIN TOPIC: (12:40)

Apple honors 2024 App Store Award winners

Most downloaded apps and games of 2024

Lawmakers remind Apple it must remove TikTok from the App Store next month

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK:  How to use Genmoji on iPhone (24:55)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (30:25)

Almost 800 arrested over Nigerian crypto-romance scam

Driverless bus service in Scotland to be withdrawn due to lack of interest

TP-Link faces possible US ban as hijacked routers fuel Chinese attacks

We’re about to fly a spacecraft into the Sun for the first time

Scientists and engineers produce world's first carbon-14 diamond battery with potential lifespan of thousands of years

Recent panic over black plastic started with a math error

TAKES:

YouTube is letting creators opt in to allowing third-party AI training (35:10)

AirPods turn 8 (37:40)

Your AirTag’s battery will last for up to 10 years with  Elevation Lab’s new TimeCapsule Enclosure (39:40)

Nearly 500,000 power bank chargers sold on Amazon recalled due to fire and burn hazard - Anker issues recall for three Bluetooth speakers due to fire risk - stop using them now (41:15)

BONUS ODD TAKE: NASA Rocket Engine Fireplace - 8 Hours in 4K (44:15)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: AINOPE Car USB Charger Multi Port, 108W Fast USB C Car Charge PD 36W & QC3.0 Cigarette Lighter Car Travel Essentials for Long Trips Kids with 5FT Cable for iPhone 16 15 Pro Max 14/iPad/Samsung S24 (47:15)

Nate: Sony ZV-1F Vlog Camera for Content Creators and Vloggers Black (51:45)

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway!

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*You're not crazy, Dave's audio was not working for the first few minutes. Sorry, or you're welcome, depending on your feelings. A good one to watch on YouTube!

Even with a ton of technical difficulties, we still managed to provide you with a great episode full of tech news, tips, and picks. Enjoy!

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Followup:

Meta Threads engagement has dropped off since red-hot debut, tracking firms say (02:20)

Twitter starts sharing ad revenue with verified creators (06:30)

Reddit removes years of chat and message archives from users' accounts (09:10)

This year’s Amazon Prime Day was the biggest in company history (10:20)

Apple & Microsoft Patch Tuesday, July 2023 Edition (13:15)

Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week:  Never go live (14:35)

Just the headlines: (15:00)

Florida barn will be the world's largest 3D-printed building

NASA’s quirky new lunar rover will be the first to cruise the moon’s south pole

Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin rocket engine explodes during testing

Congratulations! The US Is 32nd Worldwide On Broadband Affordability

Elon Musk launches his new company, xAI

Jony Ive's first post-Apple hardware project is a $60,000 turntable

Smuggler nabbed with 306 CPUs stuffed in girdle

Takes: 

The App Store turns 15 (17:30)

SAG actors join writers on Hollywood picket lines (19:50)

Amazon CEO asks his Hollywood studio to explain its big spending (22:30)

France set to allow police to spy through phones (24:00)

Chinese hackers breached State, Commerce Depts, Microsoft and US say (26:20)

Bonus Odd Take: Instruction manuals for 6000+ Lego sets, courtesy of the Internet Archive (28:25)

Picks of the Week: 

Dave: SanDisk 1TB Extreme Portable SSD - Up to 1050MB/s - USB-C, USB 3.2 Gen 2 - External Solid State Drive - SDSSDE61-1T00-G25 (30:50)

Nate: Ozark Trail Tabletop 1 Burner Butane Camping Stove (34:45)

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In local weather news, we have a lot of rain. In tech news, robots are everywhere. Microsoft and Amazon also had events this week. We've also got some great tips and picks to help you tech better!

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Intro (00:00)

Followup:

New iPhone (07:10)

Hacking Las Vegas, DefCon BlackHat (15:00)

Always be caffeinated (15:45)

Distracted Driving class (16:05)

Eliot 400 video (23:10)

The new FineWoven iPhone cases are very bad (24:00)

Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week:  Zoom to Crop, iOS 17 (25:15)

Just the headlines: (28:45)

The NYPD is deploying a 420-pound robocop to roam Times Square's subway station

US military asks for help to find missing F-35 fighter jet after ‘mishap’ sees pilot eject

Yelp has a wall of shame for businesses caught paying for fake reviews

Internet-connected chastity cage reportedly leaks detailed private info about users

Woman rescued from outhouse toilet after climbing in to retrieve Apple Watch, Michigan police say

Clorox products in short supply after cyberattack

Takes:

Amazon Fall Event announcements (31:25)

Microsoft Surface Event announcements (38:45)

Panos Panay leaving Microsoft for Amazon (42:05)

Agility Robotics is opening a humanoid robot factory in Salem, Oregon (43:25)

T-Mobile reportedly suffers from its third major data breach in 12 months (47:20)

Bonus Odd Take: The Eggcorn Database (49:50)

Picks of the Week: 

Dave: Apple Watch Ultra (53:30)

Nate: Blackmagic Camera on iOS (59:15)

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We went to the Portland Retro Gaming Expo on Saturday to see Producer Todd and so much more. But tech news doesn't sleep. Zuckerberg held a big Meta Connect event, and OpenAI seems to be running into some trouble. As always we'll have a rousing batch of Just the Headlines, more tech news, and tips and picks to help you tech better!

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INTRO (00:00)

NEWS: Verizon confirms widespread outage affecting users across the US - Messages via satellite provides lifeline to iPhone owners in Hurricane Helene fallout - Shawn Hendrix of Mr. Beast fame doing amazing work for Helene (03:40)

MAIN TOPIC: Portland Retro Gaming Expo (07:20)

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Ask Ads NOT to Track (24:45)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (30:05)

Oprah Winfrey bought back rights to Apple documentary about her to stop its release

An International Space Station leak is getting worse, NASA confirms

Amazon is launching its own Shark Tank where winners get to be Amazon sellers

Up to 600 million Facebook and Instagram passwords stored in plain text

Caroline Ellison sentenced to two years in jail for role in FTX fraud, must forfeit $11 Billion

HP is adding AI to its printers

TAKES:

5 biggest announcements at Meta Connect this week (33:20)

OpenAI execs mass quit as company makes big changes - Apple no longer in talks to invest in OpenAI (42:55)

One more thing… Goodbye from iMore (45:15)

Portland Trailblazers new network and streaming options (46:45)

BONUS ODD TAKE: What beats rock? (49:45)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: iPhone 16 Pro over iPhone 16 (52:25)

The iPhone 16 Pro Camera Review: Control - From Sebastiaan de With at Lux

Nate: NEEWER Phone Tripod Mount with Cold Shoes, Metal Smartphone Tripod Adapter Compatible with iPhone, Multi Angle Tri Fold Cell Phone Holder Desktop Tripod, Handheld Phone Grip for Streaming Vlog SP-04 (58:45)

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (01:02:40)

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A big thank you to all who contributed and joined in for our live 400th episode. We've got guest videos, guest appearances, and we go through the alphabet 3 different times. What more could you want? We highly recommend watching this one on YouTube!

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Intro (00:00)

Listener Messages:

Chris (08:00)

Wesley - Non-echo version of the video https://youtube.com/shorts/-xn1Hdufqdo (09:00)

Just the headlines: (10:30)

Apple hits 1 billion paid subscriptions

Woman's AI bionic arm is fitted after Tube near-death experience

US scientists repeat fusion power breakthrough for a second time

US Air Force builds $5B climate-resilient ‘base of the future’ with robot dogs and AI security

Spyware maker LetMeSpy shuts down after hacker deletes server data

Threads user count falls to new lows, highlighting retention challenges

Excel’s esports revolution is coming back to ESPN this week

Your Picks of the Week: 

Chels Video - Earth Breeze Laundry Sheets - Non-echo version of the video https://youtu.be/niYrN1gw3NE (12:45)

Mike Video - UDisc disc golf app (16:11)

Eliot video - Fashionit U Micro Speaker (17:50)

Jared Video - Channel 3 Gaming (20:10)

Isla Live - Littlest Pet Shop, Tweety Bird, Kitty and Bunny, Toothless (22:25)

The Always Be’s w/ help from ChatGPT (30:20)

Finale, kind of: Todd Video (48:45)

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Apple finally gave us some details on the Feb. 2 release of Apple Vision Pro, mostly to steal the thunder from CES 2024. On top of that, Apple got some major props when an iPhone survived a fall from Alaska Airlines Flight 1282. A lot of fun news, tips, picks, and randomness on this week's show; enjoy!

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Intro (00:00)

Followup:

Apple Vision Pro launches on February 2, preorders next week (08:55)

Amazon captured 29% of online orders before Christmas (21:40)

Microsoft’s Copilot app is now available on iOS (26:50)

Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week: Merge Google Photos and Apple Photos (30:55)

Just the headlines: (43:10)

Is LinkedIn becoming the hottest new dating site?

Mexican cartel provided wifi to locals – with threat of death if they didn’t use it

Law firm that handles data breaches was hit by data breach

New Jersey used Covid relief funds to buy banned Chinese surveillance cameras

ChatGPT bombs test on diagnosing kids’ medical cases with 83% error rate

Chief executive of collapsed crypto fund HyperVerse does not appear to exist

Takes:

This iPhone fell out of Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 (44:55)

The latest Xbox Series S supports physical formats, and by that I mean bread (48:45)

Clicks keyboard for iPhone (50:15)

Meet Link History, Facebook’s new way to track the websites you visit (55:05)

Bonus Odd Take: 1 dimensional PacMan (58:45)

Picks of the Week:

Dave - Moukey Audio Mixer Line Mixer, DC 5V, 6-Stereo Ultra, Low-Noise 6-Channel for Sub-Mixing, Ideal for Small Clubs or Bars, As Guitars, Bass, Keyboards Mixer, 2021 New Version-MAMX2 (01:00:25)

Nate - KeySmart Nano Pliers, Mini Pocket Keychain Pliers that fit inside KeySmart, Ideal for Fishing, Camping and other indoor and outdoor uses Stainless Steel (01:06:45)

Ramazon™ purchase (01:10:00)

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Remember when Google's Gemini AI had trouble creating images of people? Well, now they're getting flack for giving horrible advice in their AI Overview feature for Google Search. The Scarlett Johansson ChatGPT story keeps getting weirder. Microsoft Copilot had a big outage. Oh, and we have some tech news that doesn't involve the wild world of AI. Tune in to tech better!

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INTRO (00:00)

Main Topic: More Google AI problems (05:55)

Google AI Overview blunders thread on X

Google’s AI really is that stupid, feeds people answers from The Onion

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Enable find parked car (17:45)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (27:00)

Technical difficulties are delaying robot umpires in Major League Baseball

Spotify is going to break every Car Thing gadget it ever sold

Atari Buys Intellivision Brand, Ending ‘Longest-Running Console War in History’

Windows now has AI-powered copy and paste

Crows can actually count out loud, amazing new study shows

TAKES:

YouTube has now begun skipping videos altogether for users with ad blockers (28:40)

T-Mobile buying US Cellular; says rural coverage will improve (36:35)

OpenAI didn’t copy Scarlett Johansson’s voice for ChatGPT, records show (39:45)

Affinity apps updated for the first time since acquisition by Canva (41:15)

Microsoft Copilot fixed worldwide after 24-hour outage (45:25)

BONUS ODD TAKE: Every Sample from Paul’s Boutique by the Beastie Boys (47:15)

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Dave: Flighty (52:35)

Nate: GL.iNet GL-MT3000 (Beryl AX) Pocket-Sized Wi-Fi 6 Wireless Travel Gigabit Router | WiFi Router | OpenVPN, Wireguard, Connect to Public & Hotel Wi-Fi login Page, RV (56:20)

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We try to make sense of all the regulatory changes Apple is making and why most of it won't be used. But it is the Mac's 40th birthday, so let's celebrate. Plenty of other tech news to get caught up on and some great tips and picks to help you tech better. Enjoy!

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Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week:  Record your passwords somewhere! (00:00)

Followup:

The first release of Internet Explorer (1995) is closer in time to the Apollo 11 moon landing (1969) than now (11:50)

Tech layoffs balloon in January as Wall Street rally lifts Alphabet, Meta, Microsoft to records (13:40)

Amazon Prime Video ads start from today – up to 3.5 mins per hour (18:15)

Microsoft closes a loophole that created Taylor Swift deepfakes (22:35)

The deepfake era of US politics is upon us (24:00)

Following lawsuit, rep admits “AI” George Carlin was human-written (26:10)

Just the headlines: (28:30)

NYC first to designate social media as environmental toxin

Amazon Ring stops letting police request footage in Neighbors app after outcry

Fossil is quitting smartwatches

LG Washing Machine Found Sending 3.7 GB of Data a Day

Google Maps can now navigate inside tunnels

Apple captures the top spot in the Chinese smartphone market

Iconic Kim Kardashian: Hollywood mobile game shutting down after a decade

Takes:

Apple regulatory changes

Apple details how it plans to comply with the EU’s Digital Markets Act (31:30)

Apple opens App Store to game streaming services (37:10)

Apple revises US App Store rules to let developers link to outside payment methods, but it will still charge a commission (38:20)

The Oregon DMV took in $11.5 million in 2019 by selling your information (41:20)

iPhone apps secretly harvest data when they send you notifications (45:00)

Bonus Odd Take: Happy 40th birthday, Macintosh (49:00)

Picks of the Week:

Dave: SmallRig P200 Led Video Light Panel, 10" Key Light 2500-6500K, 98+ CRI, 192 Led Beads 2000 Lux, for Streaming, Home Studio, Zoom Meeting, Video Conferencing, Photography 4065 (54:40)

Nate: Samoas - Girl Scout Cookie Time - Support Isla (58:15)

Ramazon™ purchase (01:04:45)

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Apple has released the public betas of its software, which are due out this fall. We discuss what's there and whether you need to install them. Also, earlier than most expected, the new developer betas contain the first look at Apple Intelligence, Apple's long-awaited version of what we're all calling AI. We've also got some Olympics talk and some updates on the CrowdStrike outage. Plus, more tech news and some great tech tips and picks.

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INTRO (00:00)

MAIN TOPIC: Apple OS Betas (04:15)

Apple releases public betas for iOS 18, macOS, and more

All of the AI features in the iOS 18.1 developer beta

Apple Maps launches on the web in new public beta

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Offload unused apps - how to turn it back off (13:00)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (17:45)

The Paris Olympics touted climate-friendly food. Athletes demanded more meat.

Torrenting apps now available for iPhone users in the EU

Wienermobile crashes on Tri-State Tollway near Oak Brook — but 'Hotdoggers' safe

NASA fired its space lasers to communicate with the ISS

Apple Vision Pro can now be controlled with brain-computer interface

Sharks off Brazil coast test positive for cocaine

TAKES:

Olympics: New Zealand report Canada for flying drone to record training (21:55)

Google is the only search engine that works on Reddit now thanks to AI deal (23:10)

OpenAI announces SearchGPT, its AI-powered search engine (25:25)

CrowdStrike offers a $10 apology gift card to say sorry for outage - CrowdStrike largest IT outage in history; cost more than $5B (27:00)

BONUS ODD TAKE: Olympic gymnastics jibberish (28:45)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: The Underdogs: OOO (Out Of Office) | Apple at Work (33:00)

Nate: Aegend Swim Goggles, Swimming Goggles No Leaking Full Protection Adult Men Women Youth (36:40)

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (40:50)

We've got plenty more to say about the products announced at Apple's event last week, especially Apple Watches and iPhones. Plus most of the new Apple OSes have been released with some great new features. Then there's plenty of tech news, tips, and picks to help you tech better!

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Intro (00:00)

Followup:

Apple Event Followup - The iPhone 15 is the most affordable iPhone since 2007 - Apple Watch Assistive Touch - AI Portrait Photos - Dynamic Island (03:50)

New OS releases - 10 features of iOS17 (21:15)

Threads blocks COVID-related searches amid spiking cases (27:35)

Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week:  Speech to text for messages (31:40)

Just the headlines: (39:20)

China’s Apple iPhone ban appears to be retaliation US says

NASA-inspired airless bicycle tires are now available for purchase

Apple discontinues iTunes Movie Trailers app

Meta’s Horizon Worlds avatars finally have legs

Apple will update iPhone 12 in France after regulators said it emitted too much radiation

The Pentagon has the worst IT helpdesk in the US govt

Google Meet’s new AI will be able to go to meetings for you

Takes:

Artificial intelligence technology behind ChatGPT was built in Iowa — with a lot of water (41:05)

Mozilla patches Firefox, Thunderbird against zero-day exploited in attacks (45:40)

Your Wyze webcam might have let other owners peek into your house (46:55)

Las Vegas struggles to get back online after cyber attack (52:00)

Bonus Odd Take: AirPano - A virtual journey around the world (53:45)

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Dave: JOYROOM for Magsafe Car Mount Charger 15W, Car Mount for iPhone Wireless Fast Charging, Magnetic Car Phone Mount Holder for Magsafe Charger Vent Mount Fits iPhone 15 Pro Max Plus 14 13 12 MagSafe Case (56:55)

Nate: BTaT- Cold Brew Coffee Maker, 1 Gallon Mason Jars Drink Dispenser, Gallon Cold Brew Coffee Maker, Iced Tea Maker, Cold Brew Coffee Carafe, Beverage Dispenser, Glass Dispenser (62:50)

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Next week is Apple's big event to unveil the new iPhone, but we found plenty to talk about in the tech world this week. Besides a range of tech news, we've got some great tips and picks to help you tech better!

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Intro (00:00)

Followup:

• Apple Event (04:20)
• iPhone 14 Pro Max tops global smartphone shipments as people shun budget phones for top-end devices (06:30)
• The tropical island with the hot domain name (09:15)
• WordPress now has a 100-year domain registration option (10:40)

Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week: Turning off offload unused apps (12:55)

Just the headlines: (17:00)

• Microsoft is killing WordPad in Windows after 28 years
• Lidl recalls Paw Patrol snacks after website on packaging displayed *adult material*
• Silicon Valley elites show off renderings of exclusive new city they want to build in the Bay Area
• FCC says “too bad” to ISPs complaining that listing every fee is too hard

Takes:

• Inside the Apple Vision Pro labs (19:40)
• Pentagon’s new UFO website lets you explore declassified sightings info (22:45)
• IRS can’t find millions of sensitive tax records: watchdog (25:35)
• Benevolent hackers clear stalking spyware from 75,000 phones (27:45)
• PH tech breach letter (29:00)

Bonus Odd Take: Fish doorbells! Historic sandwiches! 50 of the weirdest, most wonderful corners of the web – picked by an expert (30:30)

Picks of the Week: 

Dave: FULAIM X5 Wireless Lavalier Microphone System, Lavalier Lapel Mic with 18H Battery Life Charging Case for DSLR Cameras/iPhone/Android/Live Streaming (33:30)

Nate: Laya’s Horizon via Netflix Gaming (42:50)

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Apple held their Scary Fast event to unveil the M3 line of chips, new MacBook Pros, and iMacs. We watched the very short for Apple, only 33 minutes, event and then recorded this episode to discuss the announcements and dig into these new products.

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Intro (00:00)

iCloud pricing increases (05:15)

M3 Chips (08:45)

M3 MacBook Pros (11:15)

M3 iMac (12:05)

Breaking down the details (15:30)

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Over the last week, Bitcoin and many other cryptocurrencies have gone up significantly. Please don't take our investment advice, but we will examine the increase and how the election impacted it. It was a pretty slim week in tech news, but we found some interesting stories to cover and a rousing round of Just the Headlines. Also, we have some great tips and picks to help you tech better!

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INTRO (00:00)

MAIN TOPIC: CryptoWatch (02:45)

Bitcoin touches record-high $85K, adds almost $20K in a week

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Navigating Google Workspace on the Web (10:35)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (19:55)

FDA forces Costco to recall 80,000 pounds of butter because packaging did not say it ‘contains milk’

NASA investigates laser-beam welding in a vacuum for in-space manufacturing

LG's new stretchable display can grow by 50%, bendy panels can be deformed into new form factors

Apple Music is publishing a $450 hardcover book celebrating its 100 Best Albums

Intel brings back workers’ free coffee, seeking to stem morale decline

Boeing reportedly considers selling off its space business

TAKES

iOS 18.1 added a new ‘Inactivity Reboot’ security feature for iPhone (24:05)

iOS 18.2 fixes one of the most annoying aspects of the new Photos app (28:05)

Microsoft wants $30 to let you keep using Windows 10 securely for another year (31:00)

Databreach.com emerges as an alternative to HaveIBeenPwned (36:50)

BONUS ODD TAKE: The Quilt Index (40:10)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: Stouchi 4 Packs Airtag Holder Key Ring with Soft TPU Case, Stainless Steel Invisible Slim Keychain Compatible with Airtag 2021 Finder Items, Dog, Key, Backpacks Air Tag Accessories (42:40)

Nate: ESR for iPad Air 11 Inch Case M2, iPad Air 6th/5th/4th Gen , Powerful Magnetic Attachment, Slim Trifold Stand Case, Supports Pencil Pro&Pencil USB-C, Durable Protection, Grey (47:40)

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (51:55)

Microsoft Build and Google I/O, each company's annual developer conference, are taking place this week. As with most AI news these days, we can't cover everything they announced, nor would we want to. But what does this runaway train of AI progress mean for you?

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INTRO (00:00)

File your Siri lawsuit claim (04:05)

Fortnite returns to the App Store for iPhone and iPad (06:05)

MAIN TOPIC: Microsoft Build and Google I/O (12:10)

Microsoft Build 2025: news and announcements from the developer conference

Everything Google announced at I/O 2025: Gemini, Search, Android, and more

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK:  Safari remove distracting items (36:25)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (44:40)

The top fell off Australia’s first orbital-class rocket, delaying its launch

HBO Max lives! Max to change its name back after 2 years

CERN gears up to ship antimatter across Europe

Chinese ‘kill switches’ found hidden in US solar farms

NASA engineers fixed some thrusters on Voyager 1 from 15 billion miles away

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals to buy 23andMe and its data for $256 million

InventWood is about to mass-produce wood that’s stronger than steel

TAKES:

Airbnb introduces services (46:45)

Top tier Adobe Creative Cloud plan increasing to $800 per year (49:35)

Microsoft extends Office app support on Windows 10 to 2028 (53:15)

KrebsOnSecurity Hit With Near-Record 6.3 Tbps DDoS  (54:35)

BONUS ODD TAKE: 10,000 Drum Machines (57:05)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: Zhiyun Molus x100 RGB Cam Mackey (01:00:55)

Nate: SMALLRIG Camera Cage for Sony ZV-1 II/ZV-1F / ZV-1 Camera, with Silicone Gel Grip, Cold Shoe Mount (01:06:15)

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (1:08:30)

Before the Apple Vision Pro is in people's hands next week, we've got plenty of tech goodness to hold you over. Samsung Unpacked happened with their focus on AI. Pokemon adjacent Palworld is a hit. NASA finally opened a canister of dust from an asteroid. All that and so much more, enjoy!

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Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week:  BCC: Blind Carbon Copy to prevent multiple reply-all emails (00:00)

Followup:

• Bluetti 600W vs Anker 300W- can be used as UPS (09:10)
• Dead 8GB drive #onebackupisnonebackup (10:35)
• Amazon is eliminating hundreds of jobs at Prime Video and MGM Studios (14:50)
• Google Assistant is removing these 17 features (17:20)
• Apple might have sold up to 180,000 Vision Pro headsets over pre-order weekend (19:15)

Just the headlines: (25:00)

• Google now admits it could collect data in Chrome's Incognito mode
• SpaceX's new direct-to-cell Starlink satellites relay their 1st text messages
• Chicago Public Schools lost over $20 million in electronics in one year, report says
• GameStop bails on crypto gaming, killing NFT marketplace
• Luminate's 2023 report: the global music industry passed 4T streams in 2023, a new record and up 34% YoY; Taylor Swift accounted for one in every 78 US streams

Takes:

• Samsung Unpacked 2024 recap: Galaxy AI, S24 Ultra, Smart Ring, and more (27:45)
• Palworld is a hit, and it’s easy to see why (31:35)
• Nasa finally unlocks canister of dust from 4.6bn-year-old asteroid (34:15)
• HP CEO evokes James Bond-style hack via ink cartridges (36:35)
• Mother of all breaches reveals 26 billion records (38:35)

Bonus Odd Take: Apparently PETA makes video games (41:35)

Picks of the Week:

Dave: RG35XX Plus Handheld Game Console with Storage Bag, 3.5 in IPS Screen Linux OS 3300mAH Battery 64G TF Card with 5500+ Games, Support HDMI TV Output 5G WiFi Bluetooth 4.2 Gray, 64G (44:50)

Nate: YaFex Water Dental Flosser Teeth Pick - Cordless Portable Oral Irrigator Rechargeable Collapsible Mini Irrigation Cleaner with Case, 4 Modes, with DIY, IPX7 Waterproof Travel Floss for Teeth Cleaning (51:20)

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After 9 years of talking about going we finally made it to CES in Las Vegas. Tuesday was one long day of travel and exploring the show, but we got back to the room and went live to talk about it. We will be at the show until Friday, taking it all in to help you tech better.

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Gmail is getting less spam, and Amazon is getting more robots. After that, we're all over the place, from graphite exports to background checks to buy a 3D printer. So much technology news and so little, but we've got you covered, including some great tips and picks to help you tech better!

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Intro (00:00)

Followup:

Gmail is getting serious about unwanted bulk email (03:55)

Amazon tests humanoid robot in warehouse automation push (07:30)

Netflix launches a game controller app for playing games on your TV (09:45)

New Apple Pencil - New Macs still coming? (14:40)

Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week: FaceTime Reactions (19:35)

Just the headlines: (27:30)

Next year, SpaceX aims to average one launch every 2.5 days

China restricts exports of graphite as it escalates a global tech war

Minecraft has sold over 300 million copies

Analogue is making a 4K Nintendo 64

New York bill would require a criminal background check to buy a 3D printer

IRS will pilot free, direct tax filing in 2024

Takes:

Piper Sandler teens survey Fall 2023 - Teens spend average of 4.8 hours on social media per day (30:15)

Amazon enables passwordless passkeys on iOS and the web (36:30)

According to the FTC, consumers reported losing more than $8.8 billion to fraud in 2022, a 44% increase over the prior year (41:30)

Hacker leaks millions more 23andMe user records on cybercrime forum (46:00)

Bonus Odd Take: NASA Buzzword Generator (49:20)

Simple Counter App (52:10)

Picks of the Week:

Dave: Rock Paper Pencil from astropad (54:30)

Nate: Reality Composer Object Capture from Apple (58:15)

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Wow, this one was all over the place. We discuss various current tech news, technical difficulties, and pro tips, and we have the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards. Humane announced its AI Pin, and we discuss the usefulness of this type of product, AI or not.

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Intro (00:00)

Followup:

The OpenAI Keynote (07:45)

Hollywood actors strike ends with a deal that will impact AI and streaming for decades (11:50)

Spotify brings audiobooks offering to US subscribers (13:30)

Apple iPhone Spatial Video arrives in beta and looks amazing on Vision Pro (15:55)

Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week: Use the Tips app on iOS (21:15)

Just the headlines: (26:15)

WeWork seeks bankruptcy protection in stunning fall for a company once valued close to $50 billion

Washington DC gives residents free AirTags to help track stolen cars

After luring customers with low prices, Amazon stuffs Fire TVs with ads

Las Vegas Sphere reports $98.4 million loss; CFO quits

Nintendo is making a live-action Zelda movie

Takes:

Humane officially launches the AI Pin, its OpenAI-powered wearable (32:05)

Sony just changed photography FOREVER With The a9 III (37:50)

A quick look back at the official announcement of Microsoft Windows 1.0 40 years ago today (42:45)

Microsoft pulls OneDrive update that would quiz you before letting you quit (45:45)

Online retail hack selling miniature replicas (51:00)

Bonus Odd Take: 2023 Winners and Finalists of the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards (55:50)

Picks of the Week: 

Dave: BitCam from the Iconfactory - Episode 207: Safely Landing the Segue (58:25)

Nate: Orion App from Lux and HDMI Capture Adapter (64:15)

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Sam Altman and OpenAI had a crazy weekend, Apple surprisingly announced RCS support coming to iMessage, and Microsoft celebrated 20 years of Patch Tuesday. We discuss all that and then plenty of tech news you probably actually care about. We've also got the great picks, tips, and technical difficulties you've come to love.

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Intro (00:00)

Followup:

OpenAI fires Sam Altman, Microsoft hires him, 500 employees threaten to quit (04:00)

Apple announces RCS standard coming to Messages (10:55)

Nothing Chats brings iMessages to Android, but is a mess (13:40)

Microsoft Celebrates 20 years of Patch Tuesday (15:05)

Microsoft Patch Tuesday, November 2023 Edition (15:40)

Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week:  Quickly swipe between web pages on Safari for iOS (17:10)

Just the headlines: (20:15)

Users Can't Speak to Viral AI Girlfriend CarynAI Because CEO Is in Jail for Arson

Prison phone company leaked 600K users’ data and didn’t notify them, FTC says

Google Paid $8 Billion To Make Its Apps Default On Samsung Phones

Windows is now an app for iPhones, iPads, Macs, and PCs

“Hallucinating” AI models help coin Cambridge Dictionary’s word of the year

Takes:

SpaceX Starship rocket lost in second test flight (22:05)

NASA astronaut’s tool bag lost in space is visible with binoculars (22:55)

Wireless Power Consortium releases Qi v2.0 wireless charging standard (24:35)

Microsoft Ignite 2023 (26:30)

Samsung says hackers accessed customer data during year-long breach (28:35)

Bonus Odd Take: DAK and the Golden Age of Gadget Catalogs (30:45)

Picks of the Week: 

Black Friday (34:15)

Dave: Zoom H6 All Black Handheld Recorder (Renewed) (38:05)

Nate: Neewer CM28 Professional Wireless Lavalier Microphone with Charging Case, 1 Click Noise Canceling, Internal 4GB Storage for 9Hrs of 48KHz 16 Bit Uncompressed Audio for Vlog, Broadcast, Interview (41:30)

Ramazon™ purchase (45:45)

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If you're looking for a podcast episode where two nerds try to figure out streaming issues, we have the one for you. Even with the issues, we managed to carry on and get you updated on the week's tech news and some tips and picks to help you tech better.

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Intro (00:00)

Followup:

The value of everyone being able to fake photos (03:45)

Patch Tuesday, October 2023 Edition (07:00)

Netflix to open Netflix House stores where fans can play, shop, and eat in 2024 (10:20)

Microsoft completes $69B takeover of Call of Duty maker Activision Blizzard (12:15)

iPad announcement tomorrow? (21:00)

Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week:  Airplay apps from one iOS device to another (21:45)

Just the headlines: (28:20)

India-Pakistan cricket match helps Disney’s Hotstar set global streaming record

Prada to design Nasa's new Moon suit

Facebook’s sexist, ageist ad-targeting violates Calif. law, court finds

Schools’ pandemic spending boosted tech companies. Did it help US students?

IRS says Microsoft owes an additional $29 billion in back taxes

YouTube TV, which costs $73 a month, agrees to end “$600 less than cable” ads

Takes:

Adobe Max - Adobe previews AI upscaling to make old, fuzzy videos and GIFs look fresh (32:25)

You can now generate AI images directly in the Google Search bar (35:00)

Vintage Mac community begs for new DVI to ADC adaptors (37:30)

MrBeast calls TikTok ad showing an AI version of him a 'scam' (38:30)

Facebook Messenger phishing wave targets 100K business accounts per week (40:00)

Bonus Odd Take: Some of the most interesting and weird manuals in the Internet Archive (41:20)

Picks of the Week: 

Dave: NEEWER 28mm Low Profile Tripod Ball Head 360° Panoramic Rotating with 1/4" Arca Type Quick Release Plate and Bubble Level for DSLR Cameras Tripods Monopods Slider, Max Load: 5kg/11lb (42:35)

Nate: Augtarlion Aluminum Telescoping Ladder 10.5 FT, Collapsible Extension Ladder with Locking Mechanism, Portable Telescopic RV Ladder, Compact Ladder for Home Or Outdoor Work, Heavy Duty 330lbs Capacity (45:00)

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We are all over the place this week with plenty of bonus pro tips and witty banter. There are some great tips for being aware of scams and some real-life stories of being skeptical when it comes to emails, popups, and phone calls. Enjoy and tech better!

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Followup:

Elon Musk Changes Twitter name and logo to X (01:55)

Meta and Microsoft introduce the next generation of Llama (07:15)

Stability AI releases Stable Doodle, a Sketch-to-image tool (10:40)

Google raising price of YouTube Premium to $13.99 per month (14:30)

Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week: Threads… General > Keyboards > Character Preview (19:10)

Just the headlines: (24:20)

FTX lobbyist tried to buy Pacific island of Nauru to create a new superspecies, lawsuit says

For the first time in 51 years, NASA is training astronauts to fly to the Moon

Hundreds of drones retrieved from Victoria Harbour, Docklands following light show malfunction

Facebook, Instagram face Norwegian ban from tracking users for ads

Nissan is the next automaker to adopt Tesla-style EV charging plugs

Takes:

Here’s why the best IMAX movies still need a Palm Pilot to work (26:20)

Google releases Nearby Share, its Android AirDrop clone for Windows (30:55)

Google has an ‘Enhanced Safe Browsing’ feature. Should you use it? (34:11)

US military emails sent to Mali because of common typo (40:45)

Bonus Odd Take: Your favorite addictive Flash games back from the dead (43:15)

Picks of the Week: 

Dave: Sony SELP18105G E PZ 18-105mm F4 G OSS (Renewed) (45:30)

Nate: CarbonKlean Peeps Eyeglass Lens Cleaner - Efficient and Durable Carbon Microfiber Technology - Exclusively Used by NASA - 500 Uses (Injected Purple) (50:45)

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Apple's Glowtime Event was about 100 minutes long. Nate and Dave watched it together while Dave took copious notes. We hopped on to go live immediately after for our initial thoughts. New iPhones, AirPods, and Apple Watches were announced.

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INTRO (00:00)

iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max (02:25)

iPhone 16 and 16 Plus (09:55)

AirPods 4, Pro 2, and Max (15:35)

Apple Watch 10 and Ultra (20:25)

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Rumors are heating up for new products from Apple, but today's release was not on our list, the Powerbeats Pro 2. There's plenty of other tech news to get caught up on, like T-Mobile's Starlink messaging service. Plus, we've got some tips and picks to help you tech better!

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INTRO (00:00)

Breaking News: Apple now lets users migrate their purchases between Apple Accounts (05:50)

Apple Shared Album Limits and Storage (10:05)

Notpicks reviews and giveaway (14:20)

MAIN TOPIC: iPhone SE 4? Not yet (19:25)

Powerbeats Pro 2…

New Apple products launching this week?

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK:  How to use Apple’s “Invite” app - Invite for next week’s show (26:50)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (37:05)

Google pulls incorrect Gouda stat from its AI Super Bowl ad

Bald eagle officially declared US national bird after 250 years

Twisted graphene sheets reveal ‘unconventional’ superconductivity governed by quantum geometry

Google removes pledge to not use AI for weapons from website

Developer runs Doom on $50 Apple Lightning to HDMI adapter

Jeep introduces pop-up ads that appear every time you stop

French train passenger fined $155 for using phone on speaker

TAKES:

T-Mobile’s Starlink messaging service is now free to try, even if you aren’t on T-Mobile (40:45)

Consumer electronics from China getting more expensive as tariffs bite (44:45)

Microsoft is cracking down on people upgrading to Windows 11 on unsupported hardware (47:55)

iOS 18.3.1 includes fix for actively exploited vulnerability (49:50)

Microsoft Patch Tuesday February 2025 (50:25)

BONUS ODD TAKE: Explore Live Cams (51:50)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: TimeCapsule for AirTag (54:45)

Nate: Snap Grip Luxe (59:55)

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (01:04:50)

We start off with a lack of audio from nate, but we've got a lot of Temu talk, epic driveway cam, and more robots. Plus a bunch more tech talk from news, picks, tips, and ramblings. Plenty of live comments from the viewers, too.

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Intro (00:00)

Followup:

When they switched from the 30-pin connector to Lightning, Phil Schiller said would be the connector for “the next decade”. That was the iPhone 5 in 2012 (04:55)

MacOS Sonoma is out (06:20)

iPhone 15 OverheatGate Seems to Be a Nothingburger (08:30)

Netflix ships its last DVD (09:25)

Made by Google event on the 4th (11:35)

Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week:  Lock white balance after video recording in iOS 17 (15:45)

Just the headlines: (22:05)

FBI Indicts Wall Street Banker For Doing Crimes On Xbox 360

The robot wolves trying to scare off Japan's bears

Spotify tests voice translation feature for podcasts

Amazon restricts authors from self-publishing more than three books a day after AI concerns

World’s 1st drug to regrow teeth enters clinical trials

Takes:

Meta Connect: All the details on Quest 3, Ray-Ban smart glasses, AI chatbots (24:05)

AI-generated ‘subliminal messages’ are going viral (29:30)

Nearly 500 brands exited the smartphone market during 2017-2023 (31:45)

YouTube is giving creators violating policies a way to wipe out their warnings (33:30)

Food delivery robots are feeding camera footage to the LAPD (35:45)

Bonus Odd Take: There I Ruined It (38:25)

Picks of the Week: 

Dave: Temu LED Pixel Display, Programmable LED Screen (42:25)

Nate: Plustek Photo Scanner - ephoto Z300, Scan 4x6 Photo in 2sec, Auto Crop and Deskew CCD Sensor. Support Mac and PC (47:35)

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New data shows that YouTube is dominating TV viewing as well. What can others like Disney+ and Netflix do to slow it down? We'll talk about what that means and cover the rest of the week's important tech news too. Enjoy!

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INTRO (00:00)

MAIN TOPIC: YouTube dominates streaming, forcing media companies to decide whether it’s friend or foe (03:25)

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Siri can restart your device. You don’t have to turn it off and turn it back on, you can just say “restart my iPhone” to Siri! (14:35)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (23:00)

• Researchers craft smiling robot face from living human skin cells
• PortSwigger, the company behind the Burp Suite of security testing tools, swallows $112M
• Ikea is hiring Roblox players to run its virtual store
• Redbox owner Chicken Soup for the Soul files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection
• Toys R Us riles critics with AI-Generated commercial using Sora
• South African researchers test use of nuclear technology to curb rhino poaching
• Lego Bricks Made From Meteorite Dust 3D Printed by Europe's Space Agency

TAKES:

• Amazon is about to take on Temu and Shein by copying them (25:25)
• Google scraps continuous scrolling in search results (28:15)
• United Airlines starts serving passengers personalized ads on seat-back screens (32:40)
• Microsoft blamed for million-plus patient record theft at US hospital giant (33:50)

BONUS ODD TAKE: Remoji (37:30)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: [Repick] Sony Alpha ZV-E10 Camera (41:10)

Nate: 20 Pcs Miniature Led Lights, Mini Electric Lights for Dollhouse, Tiny Lights for Hand Craft, Miniature Lights Battery Operated, Miniature Lights for Toy Brick Building Blocks Cold White  (45:35)

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (51:15)

BONUS SIDE STEP: Joey Chestnut Hot Dog Controversy (52:15)

• Joey Chestnut banned from Nathan’s Hot Dog Contest
• Chestnut vs Kobayashi: Unfinished Beef

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2023 has just come to a close, and we take this episode to look back at some of the biggest stories, best tips, and favorite picks from the past 52 episodes. We also discussed what's on the horizon for 2024 in the world of technology and beyond. We are very grateful for all the support this last year and looking forward to bringing you another 52 great episodes this year.

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Intro (00:00)

Followup:

Elon Musk, Twitter/X, Space, Tesla - Since Elon Musk’s Twitter purchase, firm reportedly lost 72% of its value (11:25)

Chinese Spy Balloon - U.S. intelligence officials determined the Chinese spy balloon used a U.S. internet provider to communicate (15:55)

SBF and FTX - U.S. drops plan to prosecute convicted SBF for over $100M in unlawful campaign donations (18:00)

AI - Researchers have a magic tool to understand AI: Harry Potter (19:35)

What do we think is ahead? (25:40)

Best of 2023 Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week:

Scanning Document into Files and Notes on iOS (33:50)

Copy and Paste Photo Edits (38:00)

Indent List in Apple Notes and Reminders  (41:15)

Just the headlines: (43:30)

Linux is the only OS to support diagonal PC monitor mode — dev champions the case for 22-degree-rotation computing

Vizio agrees to pay $3 million for alleged ‘false’ refresh rate claims

Multiple Mickey Mouse horror movies announced as Steamboat Willie enters public domain

After 34 Years, Someone Finally Beat Tetris

‘No Laughing Matter:’ Clowns sue Clowns.com for wage theft

Bonus Odd Take: Grand Illusions YouTube Channel (45:45)

Picks of the Week:

iPhone 15 Pro Max Check-in (50:20)

Dave:

FULAIM X5 Wireless Lavalier Microphone System (58:35)

Apple Watch Ultra (01:02:40)

Sony Alpha ZV-E10 (01:03:55)

Nate:

CERAKOTE Ceramic Headlight Restoration Kit (01:07:00)

Augtarlion Aluminum Telescoping Ladder (01:08:10)

AirPods Pro USB-C (01:12:05)

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What happens when the company that has your DNA goes bankrupt? Will 23andme sell off your data, or is it safe? The new Google Pixel 9A is on its way, Gmail upgrades search, and iPhone porch pirates get busted. As always, there is plenty more in the tech world to discuss this week. Get caught up so you can tech better.

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INTRO (00:00)

SCAM ALERT: Text message toll scam (05:10)

The Pixel 9A is a midrange phone that actually looks like a good deal (07:50)

Apple WWDC starts June 9th (10:05)

MAIN TOPIC: DNA testing site 23andMe files for bankruptcy protection (10:40)

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK:  Magnification app scene detection (18:10)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (28:15)

Microsoft tells Windows 10 users to just trade in their PC for a newer one

Pentagon kills off HR IT project after 780% budget overrun, years of delays

OpenAI study finds links between ChatGPT use and loneliness

Apple sued for false advertising over Apple Intelligence

YouTube will soon restrict creators from mentioning certain online gambling sites

Xbox 360 can now be hacked with just a USB key

Developer creates infinite maze that traps AI training bots

TAKES:

Gmail’s search function just got a major upgrade (32:00)

Apple now sells USB-C to 3.5 mm cable for wired AirPods Max playback (34:05)

Apple has quietly updated the HomePod mini with a new box (37:55)

Microsoft Patch Tuesday March 2025 (38:25)

Porch pirate criminal network stole thousands of iPhones in the U.S. (40:25)

BONUS ODD TAKE: The Greatest Two-Hit Wonders (45:55)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: Free Tax USA (51:10)

Nate: Ydeapi Universal Lid for Pots, Pans and Skillets, Pot Lid With Heat Resistant Silicone Rim and Tempered Glass,Fits 10", 11", 12" Diameter Pots and Pans (54:10)

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (57:00)

Can you believe ChatGPT is two years old? Can we expect the terrible twos? Are AI years the same as human years? Black Friday is here, even though it seems to have been going on all month. Are there any good deals? A poll shows that X is more balanced politically than ever, can that be true? Plus, we've got plenty more tech news, Just the Headlines, tips, and picks, all to help you tech better!

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INTRO (00:00)

Black Friday is still here (03:40)

MAIN TOPIC: ChatGPT turns 2 (12:20)

Happy 2nd birthday, ChatGPT! Here are 5 ways you've already changed the world

Fixing AI’s energy crisis

FutureTools Collects & Organizes All The Best AI Tools So YOU Too Can Become Superhuman! - Matt Wolfe

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Tap to translate in Messages (20:45)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (26:20)

Earth’s ‘mini moon’ may have been a chunk of our actual moon

Billie Eilish again named Apple Music’s artist of the year

Wiz acquires Dazz for $450M to expand its cybersecurity platform

Minecraft enters real world with $110m global theme park deal

Starbucks forced to pay its baristas manually because of a ransomware attack on third-party software

AI-powered robot leads uprising, talks a dozen showroom bots into ‘quitting their jobs’ in ‘terrifying’ security footage

TAKES

Shazam tops 100 billion song recognition milestone (28:10)

Pew Research says X is an extremely balanced platform (31:55)

Two hiking with 150 lbs of 'new gear' and 5 gallons of water rescued on 14,505-foot peak - Portlandia Get the Gear (38:40)

Teach mode, Rabbit's tool for automating R1 tasks, is now available to all users (43:25)

China wiretaps Americans in worst hack in our nation’s history (47:20)

BONUS ODD TAKE: Retro 80’s versions of company logos (48:30)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: SMALLRIG Memory Card Case Holder Anti-Shock Anti-Fall and Scratch Suitable for SD/Micro SD/SIM Cards for Photography Enthusiasts - 2832B (52:15)

Nate: King Ma 1080P iPhone Mini Monitors Sync Rear Camera Selfie Screen for iPhone Vlog Selfie Monitor Screen with Magnetic Clip & Bluetooth Remote for Vlog Live Stream TikTok (56:35)

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (01:02:15)

The world slowed down a bit over the weekend thanks to a software most people didn't know existed. What is CrowdStrike and how did it make so many Windows computers fail? There was also some other tech news, and we've got some tips, tricks, and, of course, everyone's favorite segment, Just the Headlines.

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INTRO (00:00)

MAIN TOPIC: CrowdStrike explained: How one faulty update killed half the world’s IT systems (05:10)

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: How to watch the Olympics? Peacock App - YouTube Olympics Channel (15:40)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (21:40)

U.S. Wins Math Olympiad For First Time In 21 Years

Radar Images Suggest There’s a Tunnel on the Moon

Canned water made from air and sunlight to hit US stores in September

NASA transmits hip-hop song to deep space for first time

Former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer is now richer than Bill Gates

TAKES:

Apple reveals new Immersive Video content coming soon to Vision Pro (23:35)

T-Mobile shown to be fastest and most consistent mobile network (26:55)

Amazon Prime Day drives U.S. online sales to record $14.2 billion (30:25)

Google Maps is rolling out speedometer, speed limits on iPhone and CarPlay globally (31:50)

BONUS ODD TAKE: The Milk Barn Farm Titan Blooms! (35:00)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: Peak Design Everyday Backpack Zip 15L Midnight, Carry-on Backpack with Laptop Sleeve BEDBZ-15-MN-2 (38:40)

Nate: POWERΛDD PRO Laptop Power Bank 20000mAh Portable Charger 65W USB-C Fast Charging Outputs Battery Pack for Laptops, MacBook Air, Dell, iPad, iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Switch and More (42:25)

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (44:45)

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The morning after last week's show, Apple announced their new iPhone 16e, replacing the SE line of iPhones. It has a lot of features, doesn't have others, and has a new price. Who is this phone for? Apple must think there is a market for it, and we break down our thoughts. Speaking of markets, there wasn't one for the Humane AI pin, and they are shutting it down. Plus more tech news, tips, and picks to help you tech better.

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INTRO (00:00)

Southwest Airlines is now telling people not to play music and videos on speakerphone as part of their preflight instructions… (02:35)

MAIN TOPIC: iPhone 16E (07:55)

Apple announces iPhone 16E

18 features missing from the iPhone 16E

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK:  iPhone Music Haptics (29:00)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (38:05)

Asus continues fragrant device trend with an aromatic mouse

Scented products cause indoor air pollution on par with car exhaust

India’s “Human Calculator Kid” shatters 6 world records in a single day

YouTube plans lower-priced, ad-free version of paid video tier

Microsoft unveils Majorana 1, the world’s first quantum processor powered by topological qubits

Apple says Severance has become its most popular show ever, overtaking Ted Lasso

California takes steps toward officially recognizing Bigfoot

TAKES:

Humane is shutting down the AI Pin and selling its remnants to HP (42:00)

Apple announces $500B US investment plan, adding 20K jobs (44:55)

Microsoft quietly launched a free ad-supported Office App, and no one noticed (47:35)

BONUS ODD TAKE: Untranslatable Dictionary (50:25)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: Mini Spider Prank Box - Surprise Wooden Gag Gift, Perfect for Birthday, April Fools Day, Harmless Joke with Rubber Spider, Startling & Reusable Prank Kit  (54:25)

Nate: Girl Scout Cookies from Isla (58:45)

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (01:02:20)

Both Apple and Google were forced to take down commercials after blowback. The Apple one was Dave's pick of the week last week! The stock market has had some issues this week, especially Intel. Google got some bad news about their monopoly status. We cover that and there's other tech news to help you get caught up on and plenty more. Enjoy!

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INTRO (00:00)

TWiT Spatial Episode (03:55)

MAIN TOPIC: (08:45)

Apple pulls The Underdogs: Out of Office short film ad after Thai backlash and calls for boycott

Apple apologizes for iPad ‘Crush’ ad that ‘missed the mark’

Google pulls Olympics ad that showed AI writing a little girl’s letter for her

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Drag Apps From Spotlight to Home Screen (15:20)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (21:00)

Grown-ups surpass preschoolers as the biggest toy consumers

Logitech has an idea for a “forever mouse” that requires a subscription

$5,000 Exoskeleton Pants Promise to Make You a Better Hiker

Taco Bell is bringing AI to hundreds of drive-thrus nationwide

Fully-automatic robot dentist performs world's first human procedure

NFL to roll out facial authentication software league-wide

TAKES:

Google illegally maintains monopoly over internet search, judge rules (22:50)

Google is no longer making Chromecasts and will let inventory run out (25:10)

Intel to shed at least 15% of staff, will outsource more to TSMC, slash $10B in costs - Intel plunges 30%, most since 1982, after announcing layoffs and weak guidance (27:20)

Apple’s SuperDrive for reading disks seemingly discontinued with no inventory online (32:40)

BONUS ODD TAKE: Steve Jobs Auction Features Apple-1, Bomber Jacket, Sealed Original iPhone, and More (36:05)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Nate: OWC 14-Port Thunderbolt Dock, 85W charging, (2) Thunderbolt 40 Gb/s (USB-C), (5) USB 3.2 Type-A, USB 3.2 (10Gb/s) Type-C, Mini DisplayPort, GbE, Audio, Single 5K or Dual 4K Displays, cable, For Mac/PC (43:00)

Dave: 2016 Nissan Leaf (47:35)

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (54:40)

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PayPal's Honey browser plugin is in deep water this week after YouTuber MegaLag exposed many layers of what sure feels like a scam. We've got a few other tech news stories this week, like the fact that you can call ChatGPT on the phone now; how exciting. Plus, we've got some tips and picks to help you start the new year strong!

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INTRO (00:00)

CES next week (03:10)

Apple TV+ announces free streaming weekend for its catalog of originals (04:25)

MAIN TOPIC: Honey, I shrunk your bank account (05:35)

MegaLag - Exposing the Honey Influencer Scam

Honey controversy, explained: Why a YouTuber claims coupon-finder is 'exploiting' influencers

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK:  Set Apple Notes to locked (16:10)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (27:20)

New research shows AI strategically lying

Could a sponge made from squid bones help remove microplastics?

LEAP 71 hot fires advanced Aerospike rocket engine designed by computational AI

Encyclopedia Britannica is now an AI company

Scientists observe 'negative time' in quantum experiments

Massive Volkswagen data leak exposed 800,000 EV owners’ movements

Drinking tea and coffee linked to lower risk of head and neck cancer in study

TAKES:

OpenAI makes ChatGPT available for phone calls and texts (31:35)

App Store has hundreds of ‘risky’ apps rated as appropriate for kids (36:15)

The 7 Coolest Mathematical Discoveries of 2024 (39:15)

Massive Marriott and Starwood data breaches require 13 fixes, says the FTC (43:25)

BONUS ODD TAKE: The Microscope Museum (44:40)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: Hogwarts Legacy (46:50)

Nate: Beast Games on Amazon Prime (50:35)

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (56:35)

A judge ruled that Apple must allow third-party payments in the App Store. Thanks to that, Fortnite will be back in the App Store soon. Many other companies were ready to go once this came out, and some big apps like Spotify, Kindle, and Patreon are updating their apps. We've got plenty of other tech news to discuss, and a tip of the week that could save you a bunch of money!

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INTRO (00:00)

Microsoft AI and Product Announcements Today (06:10)

MAIN TOPIC: Apple forced to allow 3rd party payments (08:05)

Fortnite will return to iOS as court slams Apple’s “interference“ and ”cover-up“

Apple approves Spotify app update with external payment links

Apps like Kindle are already taking advantage of court-mandated iOS App Store changes

DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK:  Cancel all your subscriptions? (17:00)

JUST THE HEADLINES: (22:00)

Samsung admits Galaxy devices can leak passwords through clipboard wormhole

Grand Theft Auto VI release delayed to May 2026

Meta now collects more data from Ray-Bans to Bolster AI

Hyundai unleashes Atlas robots in Georgia plant

Satellite launches on mission to "weigh" the world's 1.5 trillion trees

UnitedHealth Has 1,000 AI Applications in Production

OpenAI rolls back update that made ChatGPT ‘too sycophant-y’

TAKES:

TikTok beats Twitch to become the #2 most-watched streaming platform on the net–and says creators are making $10 mil a day (26:15)

Temu to stop selling goods from China directly to US customers (27:15)

Reddit users ‘psychologically manipulated’ by unauthorized AI experiment (31:50)

BONUS ODD TAKE: https://trains.fyi (33:55)

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Dave: Solar Pathway Lights, 8 Pack LED Solar Lights Outdoor Waterproof, Glass Metal Garden Lighting for Yard Path Landscape Lawn Walkway Driveway, 3000K (38:00)

Nate: TECKNET Water Leak Detectors for Home, 120dB Water Sensor Alarm Leak Detector, IP66 Waterproof, Water Leak Detectors for Bathroom, Sink, Laundry, Window, Basements, Kitchens 3 Pack, Battery Included (42:35)

RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (45:55)

Meta Threads was just about all anyone was talking about this week. But don't worry, we've got a jam-packed episode with all kinds of tech goodness for you. Enjoy!

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Just the headlines: (00:35)

Lawsuit accuses DoorDash of charging iPhone users more for identical orders

A majority of Americans have heard of ChatGPT, but few have tried it themselves

Amazon gives up a key part of its climate pledge and deletes the blog post that announced the Shipment Zero initiative. We dug up the details anyway.

Eating disorder helpline fires staff, transitions to Chatbot after unionization

Captcha is asking users to identify objects that don’t exist

Kentucky mandates Tesla's charging plug for state-backed charging stations

OceanGate suspends exploration and commercial operations after the deadly implosion of its Titan submersible

PhotoShop Show Artwork (02:50)

Nate's hat: Bonta Gelato (03:45)

Dave’s gift (04:50)

Episode 400 (09:30)

Followup:

Chelsea gas station Oregon (11:15)

Apple’s market cap closes above $3T for the first time ever (13:00)

Twitter suspends ‘rage-baiting’ leftist Erica Marsh account amid claims it’s fake (15:45)

Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week: How to unfocus a portrait photo (17:30)

Takes: 

Instagram’s Threads app reaches 100 million users within just five days (22:10)

Threads profile can only be deleted by deleting Instagram account, Meta says (26:45)

Twitter is threatening to sue Meta over Threads (30:40)

Judge limits Biden administration in working with social media companies (31:45)

LetMeSpy, a phone tracking app spying on thousands, says it was hacked (33:15)

Bonus Odd Take: The Tiny Awards (36:40)

The winners of the 2023 Drone Photo Awards (39:15)

Picks of the Week: 

Isla: Pixie Belles (40:00)

Dave: Cursed Heidi (43:10)

Nate: 10.1 WiFi Digital Photo Frame, Canupdog IPS Touch Screen Smart Cloud Photo Frame with 16GB Storage, Wall Mountable, Auto-Rotate, Motion Sensor, Share Photos via Frameo App (45:10)

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OpenAI is doing 12 Days of AI, Grok has some updates, and Google lets you create AI chess pieces. You can even get an AI podcast of your Spotify Wrapped 2024. We've got some great stories for Just the Headlines. Plus some tips and picks to help you tech better.

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INTRO (00:00)

MAIN TOPIC: ’Tis the AI (06:10)

12 Days of OpenAI

ChatGPT Pro coming soon for $200/month, per OpenAI leak