Putting a "not nerd" filter on nerdy things. Each week we cover topics related to a better technology experience, including practical tech news, tips and tricks. Nate and David aim to filter through all the tech news to bring you just the stuff you need to know.
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Ep. 494: The next life-changing device is coming from OpenAI & Jony Ive?
Episode 494
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 • Duration 59:45
Last week was another wild one in the world of AI news, not the least of which was Jony Ive's IO company being acquired by Sam Altman's OpenAI. They claim to have the next big device in the works. It will probably be something AI. Do we need it? And yes, we also discuss some non-AI news.
Ep. 493: Microsoft Build + Google IO = Too Much AI, other tech news
Episode 493
Wednesday, May 21, 2025 • Duration 01:11:55
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?
It's spring cleaning time around Notnerd, so it's time to pull out everyone's favorite acronym P.F.A.N.T.S.S. and get started. We'll look at the different things in your digital world that you should consider cleaning up. This is mostly for the two of us, especially when we look back to last year's episode.
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!
They grow up so fast! YouTube turns 20, the Apple Watch turns 10, and Slate announces their new modular EV. We get caught up on all the big tech news from the last week, while having a good time and helping you tech better.
Ep. 489: Happy Earth Day + Tech News, Tips, and Fun!
Episode 489
Wednesday, April 23, 2025 • Duration 56:46
Happy Earth Day! We'll take a look at what you can do, what Apple is doing, and how saying thank you to AI isn't helping. We've got a great set of Just the Headlines this week. Which one are you curious about? There's plenty more to get caught up on in the world of tech this week and we do our best to break it all down for you, so you can get out there and tech better!
It sure seems like hacks and breaches are intensifying. This week, the man behind Have I Been Pwned was phished, if it can happen to him, it can happen to anyone. Be skeptical of any message you're getting that asks you to log in or do anything else that could compromise you. We've got some other tech news to cover, tips to tech better, and picks to get. Enjoy!
Ep. 487: Social Media Marketing World + Tech News & Tips
Episode 487
Wednesday, April 9, 2025 • Duration 01:07:57
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.
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!
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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