December 20, 2024
Dave and I talk about the AirPods Pro and a big feature that is missing from the AirPods Max—will it ever get updated. We also look at everything you can do with ChatGPT integration in Apple Intelligence, and talk about the rumors of a new Apple TV.
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Shows and movies we’re watching
- Three Body Problem, Netflix
- The Old Man, Hulu
December 13, 2024
Dave is having a problem with his HomePod not recognizing his voice all of a sudden. Apple released iOS 18.2 adding more Apple Intelligence features that aren’t really that good. Voice Memos also received an update with some features that are really good, escpaically for musicians.
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- Day of the Jackal, Peacock
December 6, 2024
Have you noticed on your Apple Watch that Live Activities have taken over your screen. I noticed this a while ago, but couldn’t figure out what was happening, but Dave knows and tells us how to stop it from happening. Intel removed its CEO and is looking for a replacement—it’s not going to be an easy task to turn that company around. How is it that a man named David Mayer can break ChatGPT—Dave has the answer.
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Shows and movies we’re watching
- The Americans, Hulu
- Beatles ’64, Disney+
- Yacht Rock: A Dockumentary, HBO
November 22, 2024
Apple has released its list of the most popular podcasts of 2024Dave and I go over the highlights from the different categories. Apple One is a bundle of Apple serives that you pay for monthly. Dave thinks that Apple is missing one service that they, and consumers, could benefit from. Be careful this holiday season, iPhone thieves are tracking deliveries of the device.
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Shows and movies we’re watching
- The Diplomat, Netflix
- “For the Record” Podcast hosted by Amy Lively
- Lincoln Lawyer, Netflix
November 15, 2024
Apple has slowed production of the Vision Pro device due to slow sales according to reports released this week. Development of the next generation device has been suspended while the company looks at producing a lower cost version. Rumors of an Apple Hub, or HomePad, are gaining more steam, and BlueSky is back in the social networking circle.
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- The Diplomat, Netflix
- The Americans, Hulu
November 8, 2024
Dave and I talk about using Live Activities on our iPhones and how it works with Dynamic Island, which is one of my favorite hardware features on the iPhone. We also look at the numbers from the company’s fourth quarter fiscal results and how each product category did in the quarter. Finally, Dave looks at some of the new Apple Intelligence ads Apple just released.
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Shows and movies we’re watching
- The Comeback, Netflix
- Game 7, Prime Video
- Slow Horses, Apple TV+
November 1, 2024
As expected, Apple released a lot of new Mac models this week. iMacs, Mac minis and MacBook Pros were all refreshed with the M4 chips in additional to other changes. Just when you think I’m home, I show up in an expected location to record this week’s podcast.
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Shows and movies we’re watching
- Angel of Death, Max
- Bruce Springsteen, Road Diary, Disney+
October 25, 2024
Apple said on Thursday that next week will be big for the Mac. We expect new M4 Macs to be released, but we’re not quite sure which models will be upgraded. A number of people were invited to LA for a hands-on experience, but we’ll have to wait for more details. Apple executives are disputing the fact they are behind in AI, which seems silly considering how far they are behind in AI. Apple released the next beta of iOS which includes Genmoji and ChatGPT integration.
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Shows and movies we’re watching
- Severance from Apple TV+
- Green Wing, Amazon/FreeVee
- For All Mankind, Apple TV+
October 18, 2024
Dave and I talk about his new Apple Watch Series 10 and specifically how he charges the device. With the new version, Apple Watch seems to have changed the recognition of some stands on the market. Apple released a new iPad mini 7, so we take a look at its features and what we like. A new trailer of “Submerged” was released for the Vision Pro this week.
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- Most watched television shows
October 11, 2024
Who knew that Dave was an actual pinball wizard? Maybe not the one The Who wrote the song about, but who knows! Apple is dealing with what could be the worst product leak since the iPhone 4 when that device was found in a bar. There appears to be two M4 MacBook Pros that Russian Youtubers got their hands on. There are a bunch of new products rumored to be released over the next few months—Dave and I take a look at what’s coming.
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Shows and movies we’re watching
- Music by John Williams, Disney+
October 4, 2024
There are rumors Apple is getting set to release a new iPhone SE with the new model giving up TouchID. Dave and I were stunned to hear what an AI generated podcast sounded like. It was very life like listening to the banter of the two hosts. Dave talks about his likes of the iPhone Action button.
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Shows and movies we’re watching
- Under the Banner of Heaven, Disney+
- Lupin, Netflix
- Our top shows
September 27, 2024
Dave was one of the many people that upgraded his phone, ordering the iPhone 16 and Apple Watch. He gives us his thoughts on everything from the screen to the new camera button and how much of a difference he sees upgrading from an iPhone 13 Pro.
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Shows and movies we’re watching
- The Clearing, Hulu
- good behavior, Max
- The fall guy, peacock
September 20, 2024
The iPhone 16 is set to be available on September 20. Many people put in their preorders, but less than an hour after they started, shipping times were already pushed back to October. Early tests on iPhone 16 battery life are encouraging, and all of the new Apple OSes have been officially released. Of course, one of the big features that everyone is waiting for is Apple Intelligence, but it didn’t arrive yet, but there is a schedule that shows the supposed times for its arrival.
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Shows and movies we’re watching
- The Veil, FX
- Mayor of Kingstown, Paramount+
- Godzilla minus One, Netflix
September 13, 2024
Apple had its annual iPhone event this week and released a lot of new products. Dave and I talk about the new iPhone 16, Apple Intelligence, Airpods, and the new Apple Watch. Perhaps some of the greatest features of the event were in the health category. Using the Apple Watch, Apple unveiled the ability to detect Sleep Apnea, in addition to other features.
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September 6, 2024
Dave and I explore another Apple TV bug and share another one from a listener. We also recap what we know about Apple’s upcoming event on Monday, and Dave shows us how to find our Apple TV remote using an app on our iPhone.
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Shows and movies we’re watching
- Without Sin, Acorn TV
- What to do When Someone Dies, Acorn TV
August 30, 2024
I found a couple of bugs in Apple’s tvOS that have been very annoying over the last few months. They seem to have started after Apple introduced a new menu system in the software in the last version. Apple announced the date for its latest event where the iPhone 16 is expected to be introduced and based on the information we currently have, Dave and I look at the major differences between the iPhone 15 and iPhone 16.
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Shows and movies we’re watching
- Criminal Record, Apple TV+
- Intruder, BritBox
- The Long Shadow, AMC+
- Scavengers Reign, Netflix and Max
August 23, 2024
I think this is the first time I actually made Dave yell on the podcast and it was hilarious. That comes as I give one of my final updates on my quest for a perfect cup of coffee. Has someone every told you about a feature in an operating system that you had no idea even existed? Dave and I talk about discoverability on the Mac. We also take a look at some of the new features in iOS 18.
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Shows and movies we’re watching
- Homicide, Peacock
- Slow Horses, Apple TV+
- Catch Me A Killer, BritBox
August 16, 2024
There are rumors of a new M4 Mac mini in Apple’s future, which makes sense—this wouldn’t be the first time Apple has used the Mac mini to lead off its Mac upgrade cycle. Users of Patreon are up in arms over Apple’s requirement for the company to move to its in-app purchasing system or risk being removed from the App Store. I have an update on my quest for a good cup of coffee.
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Shows and movies we’re watching
- Presumed Innocent, Apple TV+
- Cowboy Cartel, Apple TV+
- Payback, BritBox
- Shogun, Hulu
- Blue Eye Samurai, Netflix
August 9, 2024
Apple recently reported its third quarter financial results, so Dave and I take a look at the numbers to see what was good and bad about sales. I’m going to buy a new Mac soon but I’m not quite sure what I want just yet. Has Apple Intelligence lived up to the hype? We take a look at what’s been promised and what’s been released. I got a new coffeemaker last week—I could have gone a bit overboard with what I needed.
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Shows and movies we’re watching
- Grace, BritBox
- Shetland, BritBox
- Seth Meyers Lonely Island podcast
- Dirty Pop, Netflix
August 2, 2024
Dave and I are back after a few weeks off. We talk about my wonderful trip to Copenhagen, Denmark, get an update on Daves eye operation and dig into some of the new Apple Intelligence features Apple released in its latest developer beta.
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Shows and movies we’re watching
- Halt and Catch Fire, AMC+
- The Bear, Hulu
July 6, 2024
Apple is expecting big iPhone 16 sales, at least based on the number of chips its ordering for the upcoming device. Dave has some questions about the new iPhone that will determine which one he buys. Apple is getting an OpenAI Board Observer Role as part of its deal with OpenAI and Netflix is phasing out its cheapest ad-free plan.
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Shows and movies we’re watching
- American Rust, Amazon
- Run, Lola, Run, Amazon
- Chance, Hulu
June 28, 2024
This week, Dave and I talk more about AI, including some thoughts from Dave on improvements to make Siri work better for everyday tasks. We also look at rumors Amazon will charge for the AI version of Alexa. There is an ongoing debate on how much RAM the new Apple Silicon Macs need to run all of its tasks, and a new iCloud option allows users to keep certain files allows downloaded to their devices.
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Shows and movies we’re watching
- The Tunnel, PBS
- Stevie Van Zandt: Disciple, HBO
- How Music Got Free, series, Paramount +
June 21, 2024
Apple rolled out its AI strategy at WWDC this month. Dave and I take a look at that, as well as, a look at what Siri will be able to do, and what it won’t do at launch. There are rumors of a new M4 MacBook Pro, which makes sense since Apple just released an iPad with the same chip. The requirements for Apple’s new AI strategy calls for an iPhone 15 Pro, which leaves a lot of older iPhone users out in the cold.
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Shows and movies we’re watching
- Hidden Assets, Acorn
- Under the Bridge, Hulu
- Erased, Hulu
- Hit Man, Netflix
June 7, 2024
Justin Long is in the news again, this time doing commercials for Qualcomm. Apple is still in the news for uts rumored AI releases at WWDC, but this time it’s for a partnership with Sam Altman and OpenAI to make Apple’s AI actually work. Netflix is ending support for older Apple TVs, so if you have one of those devices, it may be time to upgrade.
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Shows and movies we’re watching
- Crime, BritBox
- The Woman in the Wall, Paramount+
- Loot, Apple TV+
- Trying, Apple TV+
- Drops of God, Apple TV+
May 31, 2024
Dave and I talk about his upcoming eye surgery that just scares the hell out of me. We also talk about Dave’s trip to an Apple Store to try out the new iPad Pro M4. Dave even figured out something the Apple employees didn’t know how to do—I’m not surprised, he’s a very smart man. Then we look at some of the rumors coming out about Apple’s iOS 18 surrounding AI features and Siri.
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Shows and movies we’re watching
- Stax:Soulsville USA, Max
- Beach Boys, Disney+
May 24, 2024
Amazon is planning an overhaul for its personal assistant, Alexa. As part of the AI changes, rumors suggest the company is also going to charge users to get the new version to help offset the cost of development. Microsoft has said that its newest PCs are beating Apple’s MacBook Air in performance and battery life benchmarks.
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- Queen Rock Montreal, Disney+
- Dark Matter, Apple TV+
May 17, 2024
Apple unveiled some new accessibility features this week, including Eye Tracking. The iPads announced at last week’s event are now avalable. The reviews have also dropped, so Dave and I take a look at what people are saying. GPT 4o was demoed and it’s absolutely incredible—unless Apple has something truly amazing at WWDC, they are going to fall really far behind.
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Shows and movies we’re watching
- Dune Part 2 comes to Max next week
- Game of Thrones, Max
May 10, 2024
Apple released a number of new products this week, including new iPad models as well as some new software for its pro users with Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro. Apple also announced its quarterly financials, which Dave and I talk about, including products sold and total revenue. Finally, we talk about ACDC, but it’s not the band.
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Shows and movies we’re watching
- Treason, Netflix
- “Wait, wait don’t tell me” podcast
- Let It Be, Disney+
May 3, 2024
Apple announced an event for May 7, 2024, which is widely expected to showcase new iPads ahead of the companies Worldwide Developers Conference in June. At the event, or perhaps in the next version of iPadOS, the company is expected to unveil a calculator app for the device for the first time. A wave of Apple ID password resets have plagued users, including me, over the past week or so.
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Shows and movies we’re watching
- Tokyo Vice, directed by Michael Mann, Max
April 19, 2024
It is a big week for women’s basketball as college star Caitlin Clark went No. 1 in the WNBA draft. As incredible as her college career was, some fans are outraged at her salary. Dave and I dig into how much she’s getting paid and why. My iPhone doesn’t connect to my new truck using CarPlay, so I can’t use Maps or Apple Music. This forced me into getting a subscription to Spotify and it has some really cool features. We are all looking (cautiously) forward to AI, but some of the new products are really bad. We take a look at one of them.
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Shows and movies we’re watching
- Masters of the Air, Apple TV+
- Garry Shandling’s show & The Larry Sanders Show
