S3 E3 - Give us back our knobs & buttons: some things don't need to be re-invented...

The Constant Geekery Podcast

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Jerry Seinfeld:A Joke About The Phrase "It Is What It Is' 1:54

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Jerry Seinfeld jokes about the phrase "it is what it is' in his Netflix special, "23 Hours To Kill".

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In this episode we talk about the tendency in tech to try to re-invent things that don't really need re-inventing. This seems especially prevalent in the automotive industry... VW & Tesla we're looking at you!
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S3 E3 - Give us back our knobs & buttons: some things don't need to be re-invented...

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S5 E4 - Would we buy iPhone 16e? Which Mac Studio is best value? 1:13:11

12 weeks پیش1:13:11

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Has Apple got a win on its hands with the iPhone 16e? Would Erin buy one? And what do we think of Apple's latest releases: iPad 11th generation; M3 iPad Air; M4 MacBook Air, and; Mac Studio with M4 Max or M3 Ultra? PLEASE SUPPORT THE CHANNEL: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases Apple Store on Amazon USA Store: https://amzn.to/3rInBt9 UK Store: https://amzn.to/3gFyUw4 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/constantgeekery/join CHAPTERS 0:00:00 Intro 0:01:31 Erin finally watched one of Dayv's videos 0:02:41 Joke 0:03:56 Questions from subscribers 0:09:36 Motorbike banter 0:12:49 iPhone 16e 0:16:27 Importance of colour choice 0:22:26 iPhone 16e's large variety of colours 0:23:48 iPhone 16e specs 0:36:25 Conclusions on iPhone 16e 0:37:20 iPad Air with M3 0:39:01 iPad 11 0:42:40 Why iPad is so good 0:43:08 M4 MacBook Air 0:45:18 MacBook Air is more than enough for most 0:50:22 M4 Mac Studio 0:51:54 Reviewing Mac Studio poll 0:55:53 What Mac Studio is the best value? 0:59:36 M3 Ultra 1:00:25 How often should you upgrade? 1:01:22 Lighthearted chat about cows 1:04:28 Why Dayv upgrades every 3 years 1:09:35 Desktop computer upgrade cycles 1:10:36 Outro #apple #podcast #technology…

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S5 E3 - Apple Fridge, Q&A, nostalgic tech... and Erin "beatboxing" 1:30:40

17 weeks پیش1:30:40

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In this episode: we discuss Apple's new releases (future at time of recording, probably already happened by the time it goes live), answer some questions from our subscribers, and Erin interviews Dayv. An enthralling* hour and half of your life that you won't get back. * opinions vary Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/constantgeekery/join CHAPTERS 0:00:00 Intro 0:03:20 UK vs American Humour 0:04:41 Erin's Beauty Tips: Hair and Showers 0:07:48 Erin's Driving Test 0:10:30 News - nVidia Cards Pricing and Power Cable Melting 0:12:54 News - Potential Apple Releases 0:13:30 iPhone SE 4th Generation (and missing Windows Phone) 0:18:05 iPad 11th Generation (and Apple Intelligence) 0:20:08 iPad Air Update to M3 or M4? 0:21:13 M4 MacBook Air 0:23:14 AirTag 2? (and cheaper alternatives) 0:24:18 Erin's Prediction: Apple Fridge / Vision Pro 0:25:43 TouchID vs FaceID 0:27:55 The Fridge Again 0:29:04 Questions From Subscribers 0:29:26 Buy Mac Studio M1 Ultra, or wait for M2 Ultra to be discounted 0:31:18 Erin's Theme Song 0:33:08 Back to the Mac Studio question... 0:35:14 Will PC/Windows industry copy Apple's lead and move to ARM? 0:43:03 How often do "Pros" actually upgrade their computer? 0:48:31 Title of our outro music? 0:49:27 Will Microsoft keep supporting Windows ARM? 0:51:39 What camera gear do we use? 0:53:43 Where is Pete? 0:57:12 Erin interviews Dayv 0:57:27 What piece of tech would we love to own one day? 1:00:26 Who are Dayv's favourite, and least favourite, co-workers? 1:02:56 What is Dayv's least favourite job? 1:04:17 What would our dream jobs be? 1:07:11 What advice would Dayv give to a budding entrepreneur? 1:13:17 Erin's stupid question... 1:13:48 What is the best computers we have used? 1:16:52 What piece of old tech do we wish would come back? 1:20:02 Remembering our favourite games consoles 1:23:12 Shameless membership plug / Our view on sponsorship 1:29:13 Conclusion (with more Erin "beatboxing")…

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S5 E2: Apple's Ecosystem and Hasty Upgrade Cycle... and Silent Discos 1:00:40

30 weeks پیش1:00:40

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In this episode we discuss: Apple's hasty and expensive upgrade cycle, the fluid ecosystem, and of course, silent discos. PLEASE SUPPORT THE CHANNEL: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases Apple Store on Amazon USA Store: https://amzn.to/3rInBt9 UK Store: https://amzn.to/3gFyUw4 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/constantgeekery/join CHAPTERS 0:00:00 Erin's Joke & Intro Banter 0:05:22 Episode 1 Recap 0:06:50 New M4 Macs 0:07:30 How Apple's meetings go 0:08:49 Mac mini's removable SSD Card 0:12:14 MKBHD Drama 0:19:21 Dayv's mistake on the Mac mini video 0:23:11 Apple's Pricing Strategy 0:25:55 Dayv's Smart Ring 0:26:52 The insane power of the M chip 0:28:41 Getting a new phone isn't the same anymore 0:33:26 The Apple ecosystem 0:37:31 Lack of reasons to upgrade MacBooks 0:41:14 Erin's habit of dropping her phone 0:42:31 iPhone pricing 0:46:11 The iPhone upgrade cycle 0:49:16 Apple Care discussion 0:51:25 The Apple Watch's lifespan 0:55:27 Dayv's story about eating paint and glue 0:59:22 Outro…

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S5 E1: New Macs, Wearable Tech & Vegan Hotdogs 🤢 1:09:16

33 weeks پیش1:09:16

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In this episode we discuss: the world of health tech worn ON and IN your skin and some news about new Apple Macs... oh, and eat something truly awful. PLEASE SUPPORT THE CHANNEL: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases Apple Store on Amazon USA Store: https://amzn.to/3rInBt9 UK Store: https://amzn.to/3gFyUw4 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/constantgeekery/join CHAPTERS 0:00:00 Erin's Joke & Intro Banter 0:02:28 Apple News 0:11:14 Erin loves the old MBP Touch Bar 0:14:31 Erin's bland wallpaper 0:18:27 M4 MacBook Pro 0:20:10 Apple Intelligence 0:22:16 Wearable health tech 0:29:08 Dayv's Apple Watch crash experience 0:35:09 Smart Rings 0:38:47 Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) 0:47:08 Abbott Lingo - CGM for consumers 1:05:17 Outro 1:07:07 Vegan Wieners #podcast #applepodcasts #health…

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S4 E1 - Apple A17 Pro: what does it tell us about M3? 1:21:30

۲ years پیش1:21:30

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In this episode we share our thoughts on Apple's Wanderlust event, including the new Apple Watch Series 9, Apple Watch Ultra 2, iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro. What does the new A17 Pro tell us about the forthcoming M3 chip? Is Apple's re-designed GPU actually faster? And there's some good news for Apple customers in the UK! AMAZON LINKS - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases Apple Store on Amazon USA Store: https://amzn.to/3rInBt9 UK Store: https://amzn.to/3gFyUw4 CHAPTERS 0:00:00 Pete's Joke & Intro Banter 0:04:17 Podcast Update 0:05:59 Wonderlust Event 0:07:15 Apple Watch saved my life 0:11:25 Mac (lack of) updates 0:12:46 Vision Pro updates 0:17:38 Apple Watch Series 9 0:22:28 Erin lost her phone in the fridge 0:24:32 Finger tapping gesture 0:27:12 Watch Series 9 screen brightness 0:29:22 Apple's environmental credentials (soldered-on SSDs) 0:37:37 Apple Watch Ultra 2 0:38:25 iPhone 15 0:46:45 Erin Explains: USB-C 0:51:42 iPhone 15 Pro 0:58:32 A17 Pro chip - what it tells us about M3 1:03:52 A17 Pro GPU - Apple redesigned shaders - ray tracing 1:08:12 iPhone 15 Pro camera 1:15:58 UK Prices - good news! 1:18:17 Conclusions…

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S3 E19 - iPhone 14, Apple Watch Ultra - Our Thoughts on Apple's "Far Out" Event 1:14:08

۳ years پیش1:14:08

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How excited are you about the new iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro? Is Dynamic Island a great piece of innovation, or an elaborate disguise for a pill cutout? Has Apple Watch saved your life, and will Apple Watch Ultra fit on your wrist? Will you be rushing out to buy new AirPods Pro 2? We give our thoughts, and enjoy a bit of banter on the "Far Out" Apple Event. Main channel: https://www.youtube.com/constantgeekery AMAZON LINKS - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases ============================================================== Apple Store on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3sj94B2 ( UK: https://amzn.to/3di35s1 ) CHAPTERS ========== 0:00:00 Intro & Banter 0:04:39 Viewer/Listener Comment 0:08:54 News: Lenovo T1 Glasses 0:11:25 Apple Event 0:16:20 Apple Watch Saved My Life 0:19:02 Apple iPhone 14 0:46:24 A16 Chip 0:50:39 Dynamic Island 0:55:10 Apple Watch 0:57:55 Apple Watch SE 1:00:18 Apple Watch Ultra 1:10:05 AirPods Pro 2 1:13:24 Conclusion #apple #appleevent #iphone14 #applewatch #applewatchultra #airpodspro…

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S3 E18 - Customer Service is NOT Hard: Valve is Setting the Example! 1:18:19

۳ years پیش1:18:19

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In this podcast, sponsored by Farnell, we discuss some customer service stories, and preview the products we might see at the "Far Out" Apple Event. Visit Farnell: https://www.farnell.com Main channel: https://www.youtube.com/constantgeekery AMAZON LINKS - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases ============================================================== Apple Store on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3sj94B2 ( UK: https://amzn.to/3di35s1 ) CHAPTERS ========== 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:33 TikTok caught spying on users... again 00:03:39 YouTube Shorts 00:06:33 Dodge Charger EV Concept 00:09:54 AMD Zen 4 - Ryzen 7000 announcement 00:12:33 Apple Far Out Event 00:17:54 Thank you Farnell! 00:19:24 Customer Service Stories 01:01:45 The Rumour Mill #podcast #farnell #apple #farout #iphone14…

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S3 E17 - Is Google's LaMDA Actually Sentient? 1:11:11

۳ years پیش1:11:11

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In this episode we'll be focusing on AI - is Google's LaMDA really sentient, as Blake Lemoine believes? AI and Machine Learning technologies are advancing at a pace, which raises some thought-provoking questions about the future... and whether machines can actually be considered alive. LaMDA Transcript: https://cajundiscordian.medium.com/is-lamda-sentient-an-interview-ea64d916d917 Merch: https://shop.constantgeekery.com Main channel: https://www.youtube.com/constantgeekery AMAZON LINKS - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases ============================================================== Apple Store on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3sj94B2 ( UK: https://amzn.to/3di35s1 ) CHAPTERS ========== 00:00:00 Intro 00:04:13 Fold 4 and Flip 4 00:08:31 Facebook sharing "deleted" data to the police 00:10:14 More tech news 00:13:29 The rise of AI tools 00:33:03 LaMDA 00:59:25 The Rumour Mill #lamda #ai #google #appleglasses #airpodspro #Samsungflip #Samsungflip4 #Samsungfold #Samsungfold4 #ameca #framework #facebook #technology #geek…

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S3 E16 - M2 MacBook Air: Should You Upgrade the Ram or SSD? 45:52

۳ years پیش45:52

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In this episode we talk about the recent fallout on YouTube over the discovery of some flaws with Apple's M2 and we share our thoughts on whether it's better to upgrade the SSD or the RAM in your M2 MacBook Air. Visit Farnell: https://farnell.com Merch: https://shop.constantgeekery.com Main channel: https://www.youtube.com/constantgeekery AMAZON LINKS - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases ============================================================== Apple Store on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3sj94B2 ( UK: https://amzn.to/3di35s1 ) CHAPTERS ========== 00:00:00 Intro 00:04:45 A brief talk about LaMDA 00:06:12 Microsoft Teams has an update 00:07:40 3D Printing 00:16:00 M2's flaws and upset YouTubers 00:22:06 Faster SSD or more RAM? #Apple #podcast #M2 #ssd #macbook #macbookpro #macbookair…

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S3 E15 - What Apple FORGOT to mention about the M2 MacBook Pro 13" 1:06:19

۳ years پیش1:06:19

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In this episode we round up some of the performance data from the early M2 MacBook Pro 13" reviews, and see how it compares to M1, M1 Pro (binned and non-binned versions) and M1 Max. There's also a couple of key things that Apple forgot to tell us about... 🤔 Merch: https://shop.constantgeekery.com Main channel: https://www.youtube.com/constantgeekery AMAZON LINKS - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases ============================================================== Apple Store on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3sj94B2 ( UK: https://amzn.to/3di35s1 ) CHAPTERS ========== 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:46 News: Alexa speaks like dead people 00:08:08 News: Apple Watch saves swimmer 00:11:37 News: Twitter goes blogging 00:16:32 M2 MacBook Pro 13" 00:57:53 Rumour Mill #Apple #podcast #M2…

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S3 E14 - iPad OS Stage Manger: Is Apple LYING? 56:47

۳ years پیش56:47

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Apple has responded to criticisms about the new Stage Manager feature in iPadOS 16 only being available on M1 iPads... but have they been telling porky pies about the reasons why? 🤔 Send your name to space: https://www.nasa.gov/send-your-name-with-artemis/ CHAPTERS ========== 00:00 Intro 02:39 News 07:04 Pete's thoughts on WWDC & MacBook Pro 13" M2 20:42 Stage Manager 47:25 Rumour Mill #Apple #podcast #stagemanager…

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S3 E13 - Apple M2: Excitement or Disappointment? 1:16:06

۳ years پیش1:16:06

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This episode was brought to you by Farnell, your global distributor of electronic components, products and solutions. https://uk.farnell.com In this episode we're talking about the latest evolution of Apple Silicon: M2. Are we excited by the release announcement... or disappointed? And what do we think of the new M2 MacBook Air and M2 MacBook Pro 13"? CHAPTERS ========== 0:00:00 Intro and banter 0:09:05 News: 10 years of Retina display 0:12:04 News: why Stage Manager is M1 iPad only 0:15:13 More banter 0:17:59 Farnell and IoT 0:27:36 Apple M2: excitement or disappointment? 1:12:24 The Rumour Mill 1:14:09 Conclusion #Farnell #apple #podcast…

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S3 E12 - TWO Years of Apple Silicon... a BIG Impact! 1:15:19

۳ years پیش1:15:19

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At WWDC 2020, Apple surprised everyone in the tech community with the launch of Apple Silicon for Mac and an announcement that they would transition the entire Mac line-up away from Intel. Since we are almost at WWDC 2022, we thought we'd chat about the impact the M1 chips have had, and our experiences with the M1, M1 Pro and M1 Max computers. CHAPTERS ========= 0:00:00 Intro 0:03:43 Elon still hasn't bought Twitter 0:05:57 Tales of terrible employers 0:19:54 Two Years of Apple Silicon 1:00:14 The Rumour Mill 1:14:16 Conclusion #podcast #Apple #AppleSilicon…

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S3 E11 - Goodbye iPod: The end of an era 😢 1:17:40

۳ years پیش1:17:40

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Apple have discontinued the last remaining iPod model - the iPod Touch. This is the end of an era! In this episode we remember the various iPod models (including the Classic, Mini, Nano, Shuffle and Touch), and talk about what made them so brilliant. Merch: https://shop.constantgeekery.com Main channel: https://www.youtube.com/constantgeekery AMAZON LINKS - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases ============================================================== Apple Store on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3sj94B2 ( UK: https://amzn.to/3di35s1 ) CHAPTERS ========== 0:00:00 Intro & Banter 0:01:10 Sony Launch WH1000-XM5 0:06:56 Other News 0:07:58 Goodbye iPod 1:09:50 The Rumour Mill 1:16:05 Conclusion #Podcast #Apple #iPod…

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S3 E10 - Is Apple's Self-Service Repair a Win for the Environment? 1:07:48

۳ years پیش1:07:48

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In this podcast episode, we discuss Apple's new self-service repair programme. Is it environmentally friendly, and do we think it's a win for Right to Repair? Naturally we also need to discuss Apple's new 3m Thunderbolt 4 cable... and Erin's haircut. Merch: https://shop.constantgeekery.com Main channel: https://www.youtube.com/constantgeekery AMAZON LINKS - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases ============================================================== Apple Store on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3sj94B2 ( UK: https://amzn.to/3di35s1 ) CHAPTERS ========== 0:00:00 Intro & Banter 0:10:29 Elon Musk buying Twitter 0:14:14 Apple's Director of Machine Learning Quits: WFH 0:20:12 Google Pixel Watch Accidentally Leaked 0:22:52 Buying Virtual Land in the Metaverse 0:24:47 Apple's $159 3m Thunderbolt 4 Cable 0:37:27 Apple Self-Service Repair 0:54:48 The Rumour Mill 1:06:05 Conclusion #Podcast #Apple #RightToRepair…

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S3 E9 - Evolution of the Mac Pro: What's coming at WWDC? 1:01:32

۳ years پیش1:01:32

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In this episode, we talk about the various Mac Pro models, their releases, and whether we think WWDC will see the conclusion of the Apple Silicon transition. What might an Apple Silicon Mac Pro look like? Merch: https://shop.constantgeekery.com Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/theconstantgeekerypodcast Main channel: https://www.youtube.com/constantgeekery AMAZON LINKS - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases ============================================================== Apple Store on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3sj94B2 ( UK: https://amzn.to/3di35s1 ) CHAPTERS ========== 0:00:00 Intro 0:03:07 News 0:08:10 What the Duck? 0:12:33 Evolution of the Mac Pro 0:52:43 The Rumour Mill 1:00:12 Conclusion #Apple #AppleSilicon #podcast…

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S3 E8 - Buying an M1 Mac: a NON-TECHNICAL User's Perspective 52:33

۳ years پیش52:33

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In this episode we talk to Erin about her computing experience and what it would be like for her to try and buy her first Apple Mac. Merch: https://shop.constantgeekery.com Main channel: https://www.youtube.com/constantgeekery AMAZON LINKS - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases ============================================================== Apple Store on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3sj94B2 ( UK: https://amzn.to/3di35s1 ) CHAPTERS ========== 0:00:00 Intro 0:01:50 News 0:12:15 Erin's Fashion Tips 0:14:06 Erin's Phone Tips 0:16:36 Non-techy Mac Buying 0:45:48 The Rumour Mill 0:54:30 Conclusion #Apple #AppleSilicon #podcast…

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S3 E7 - Mac Studio Display: What do the reviewers think? 56:03

۳ years پیش56:03

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In this episode we're discussing the new 27" Mac Studio display. Should it have HDR, ProMotion (120 Hz)... and maybe be a little cheaper? We also get Pete's live first reaction to the Mac Studio, and talk about SSD upgradeability. Merch: https://shop.constantgeekery.com Main channel: https://www.youtube.com/constantgeekery AMAZON LINKS - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases ============================================================== Apple Store on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3sj94B2 ( UK: https://amzn.to/3di35s1 ) CHAPTERS ========== 0:00:00 Intro & general Erin abuse 0:02:59 News 0:06:34 Pete reacts to Mac Studio 0:10:58 Erin's old-school tech 0:13:13 Mac Studio Display reviews 0:40:04 Mac Studio teardown & SSD upgrades 0:45:48 The Rumour Mill 0:54:30 Conclusion #Apple #MacStudioDisplay #MacStudio…

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S3 E6 - NEW MAC STUDIO: Great news for creative workflows! 1:03:49

۳ years پیش1:03:49

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In this episode we discuss the Mac Studio and what it means for the Apple Silicon transition and the new Mac Pro. Merch: https://shop.constantgeekery.com Main channel: https://www.youtube.com/constantgeekery AMAZON LINKS - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases ============================================================== Apple Store on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3sj94B2 ( UK: https://amzn.to/3di35s1 ) CHAPTERS ========== 0:00:00 Intro 0:03:17 News 0:10:54 Mac Studio and Mac Pro Thoughts 0:58:04 The Rumour Mill 1:02:34 Conclusion #Apple #M1Ultra #MacStudio…

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S3 E5 - Apple Spring Event 2022 Preview - Rumour Mill Special 1:00:47

۳ years پیش1:00:47

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In this podcast episode we talk about the rumoured releases for Apple's upcoming Spring event. Will we see new Apple Silicon Macs? Will the Apple M2 be released? Does it even exist yet? New 27" iMac or iMac Pro? Let us know what you're looking forward to. Merch: https://shop.constantgeekery.com Main channel: https://www.youtube.com/constantgeekery AMAZON LINKS - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases ============================================================== Apple Store on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3sj94B2 ( UK: https://amzn.to/3di35s1 ) CHAPTERS ========== 0:00 Intro 1:04 The News 3:21 The Rumour Mill 59:30 Conclusion…

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S3 E4 - Should You Buy AppleCare? 46:00

۳ years پیش46:00

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If you pay for AppleCare, are you just putting money in Apple's pocket for no good reason? Do you even need additional coverage, or will consumer protections cover you? We consider this question in today's podcast, based on some of our business experiences. Merch: https://shop.constantgeekery.com Main channel: https://www.youtube.com/constantgeekery AMAZON LINKS - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases ============================================================== Apple Store on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3sj94B2 ( UK: https://amzn.to/3di35s1 ) CHAPTERS ========== 0:00 Intro 3:19 The News 10:50 Should You Buy AppleCare? 34:19 The Rumour Mill 45:07 Conclusion…

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S3 E3 - Give us back our knobs & buttons: some things don't need to be re-invented... 1:03:21

۳ years پیش1:03:21

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In this episode we talk about the tendency in tech to try to re-invent things that don't really need re-inventing. This seems especially prevalent in the automotive industry... VW & Tesla we're looking at you! Merch: https://shop.constantgeekery.com Main channel: https://www.youtube.com/constantgeekery AMAZON LINKS - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases ============================================================== Apple Store on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3sj94B2 ( UK: https://amzn.to/3di35s1 ) CHAPTERS ========== 0:00:00 Intro 0:02:04 The News 0:18:47 Needless Re-invention 0:46:40 The Rumour Mill…

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S3 E2 - Stalking with Apple AirTags? 1:11:24

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In this episode we are talking about the possibility of stalkers abusing Apple's AirTags, and considering whether it's a specific flaw in Apple's design, or just a problem generally with these types of devices. We also talk about Microsoft's Activision Blizzard acquisition and Pete does the worst ever jingle for the Rumour Mill. Merch: https://shop.constantgeekery.com Main channel: https://www.youtube.com/constantgeekery AMAZON LINKS - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases ============================================================== Apple Store on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3sj94B2 ( UK: https://amzn.to/3di35s1 ) CHAPTERS ========== 0:00:00 Intro 0:04:04 The News 0:21:41 Stalky McStalkTag 0:54:24 The Rumour Mill 1:08:59 Conclusion…

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S3 E1 - $2,000,000 Video Game?? What's going on? 1:19:34

۳ years پیش1:19:34

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Season 3 opens with a discussion on the state of the video game collector market... what's the reason for these crazy prices? Is there a scam happening? We also present highlights from CES where Intel, AMD, nVidia and Qualcomm all announced new chips aimed squarely at Apple's M1! Check out Karl Jobst's brilliant content on the video game scam: https://youtu.be/rvLFEh7V18A https://youtu.be/mKbuNwS-gaI Merch: https://shop.constantgeekery.com Main channel: https://www.youtube.com/constantgeekery AMAZON LINKS - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases ============================================================== Apple Store on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3sj94B2 ( UK: https://amzn.to/3di35s1 ) CHAPTERS ========== 0:00:00 Intro 0:03:44 Channel Update 0:09:16 The News 0:11:58 CES Highlights 0:35:56 Video Game Pricing Scam 1:07:11 The Rumour Mill 1:17:45 Conclusion…

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S2 E38 - Season Finale (Live Show Recording) 1:51:31

۴ years پیش1:51:31

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In our live season finale we spoke about Apple Silicon in 2022, and what we're expecting to see in new Mac and iPad releases. We also chatted about M2, our experiences with M1, took some comments and ribbed Erin a bit. See you in 2022!

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S2 E37 - Apple Self Service Repair: a win for Right to Repair? 1:00:58

۴ years پیش1:00:58

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In this podcast episode we take a look at Apple’s announced self service repair scheme, where customers can obtain Apple parts and tools in order to repair their own iPhones, and eventually Macs. Is this a step in the right direction? Is it just a PR exercise? Merch: https://shop.constantgeekery.com Main channel: https://www.youtube.com/constantgeekery AMAZON LINKS - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases ============================================================== Apple Store on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3sj94B2 ( UK: https://amzn.to/3di35s1 ) #podcast #Apple #RightToRepair…

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S2 E36 - Apple Silicon Buying Guide... How much RAM do you need? 54:33

۴ years پیش54:33

54:33

Which Apple Silicon Mac should you buy. How much RAM should you spec with your M1, M1 Pro or M1 Max computer? In this podcast episode we attempt to answer that with a helpful buyers guide. Merch: https://shop.constantgeekery.com Main channel: https://www.youtube.com/constantgeekery AMAZON LINKS - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases ============================================================== Apple Store on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3sj94B2 ( UK: https://amzn.to/3di35s1 ) #podcast #M1Pro #M1Max CHAPTERS ========== 0:00 Intro 3:40 News 9:08 Apple Silicon Buying Guide 44:24 The Rumour Mill 52:57 Conclusion…

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S2 E35 - Has Apple Silicon KILLED x86? Will Intel & AMD Fight Back? 1:02:12

۴ years پیش1:02:12

1:02:12

In this podcast episode we are asking the inevitable question about the future of x86. Given the outstanding performance of M1, M1 PRO and M1 MAX, is x86 doomed to extinction, or is there some life in the beast yet? Merch: https://shop.constantgeekery.com Main channel: https://www.youtube.com/constantgeekery AMAZON LINKS - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases ============================================================== Apple Store on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3sj94B2 ( UK: https://amzn.to/3di35s1 ) #podcast #M1Pro #M1Max…

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S2 E34 - Intel MacBook Pro 16" vs M1 Pro MBP 16" 1:01:14

۴ years پیش1:01:14

1:01:14

In this week's podcast, we get Pete's live first impressions of the new MacBook Pro, and we compare his 6-core Intel i7 model to the new M1 Pro model. Merch: https://shop.constantgeekery.com Main channel: https://www.youtube.com/constantgeekery AMAZON LINKS - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases ============================================================== Apple Store on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3sj94B2 ( UK: https://amzn.to/3di35s1 )…

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S2 E33 - New M1 Pro and M1 Max MacBook Pros 48:00

۴ years پیش48:00

48:00

In this week's podcast we are talking about the different M1 Pro and M1 Max chips, and which make the most sense to buy. Should you go for the MacBook Pro 14" or 16"? Is the entry-level M1 Pro good value?

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S2 E32 - Intel Trolling Apple. AGAIN. 43:16

۴ years پیش43:16

43:16

Intel do seem to like bashing Apple rather than talking about the benefits of their own product. In this episode, we discuss Intel’s “Breaking the Spell” video. Do they have any valid points? Are those really Apple fans in the video?

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S2 E31 - M1X MacBook Pro: October Apple Event Preview 1:11:00

۴ years پیش1:11:00

1:11:00

In this podcast episode we preview the Apple Mac event, which is widely expected to be the 12th October 2021 (at time of publishing). We're expecting new MacBook Pro 14" and MacBook Pro 16" models: what new features are we hoping for, and what are we expecting Apple to deliver. How much will these new models cost? The Mac Event discussion begins at 19m 37s.…

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S2 E30 - iPhone 13 Pro: Has Apple Reinvented Cinematography? 1:12:24

۴ years پیش1:12:24

1:12:24

We're back from our break and talking about the new iPhone 13 Pro Max - specifically its cinematography features. There's a look a the new iPad Mini, complete with jelly scrolling, and we eat some humble pie when it comes to Apple Watch bands failing.

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S2 E29 - Are all the LEAKS and RUMOURS actually SPOILING Apple Events? 53:02

۴ years پیش53:02

53:02

Do you remember when we used to get nice unexpected surprises at Apple Events...? Pete does, because he is old. In this episode we consider that question, look at some interesting tech news, and of course there's the Rumour Mill.

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S2 E28 - The SSD Bait and Switch // Intel's New Arc GPU 1:01:02

۴ years پیش1:01:02

1:01:02

In this episode we round up the week's tech news and rumours, including satellite messaging on the iPhone 13 and the new Apple Watch 7. Our main topics are: Intel's new Arc GPUs - will it bring competition for AMD and nVidia? and; we look at claims SSD manufacturers are switching cheaper components onto their drives once they've had favourable performance reviews.…

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S2 E27 - Will nVidia's ARM acquisition be BLOCKED? 56:30

۴ years پیش56:30

56:30

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has been looking into nVidia's proposed $40 billion acquisition of chip designer ARM. We discuss this and other tech news (including the Tesla Robot and some Apple rumours) in this week's podcast.

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S2 E26 - Apple scans iPhones for CSAM: great move, or dangerous precedent? 56:17

۴ years پیش56:17

56:17

Apple's announcement that it will scan images on iPhones for matches with known child abuse images has been pretty polarising. Many view this is a fantastic step, and many think that it sets precedents for privacy issues. In this episode we discuss the issue from various angles and perspectives. We also discuss vapourware and Pete tells some awful jokes...…

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S2 E25 - Google announces flagship Pixel 6 phone... with Google's own SoC 1:02:07

۴ years پیش1:02:07

1:02:07

In this episode we take a look at the forthcoming Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro featuring the new Google Tensor SoC - could it offer performance to beat Apple Silicon?

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S2 E24 - Steam Deck: the future of mobile gaming? 42:05

۴ years پیش42:05

42:05

In this podcast we talk about the MacBook Pro 16", the new Steam Deck, and we consider some of the rumours about future Apple product releases.

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S2 E23 - Windows on Arm: will it ever compete with Apple Silicon? 1:05:18

۴ years پیش1:05:18

1:05:18

In this episode we discuss what needs to happen in the PC hardware and software arena before PCs can compete on equal footing with Apple's M1 Macs (for power consumption, thermals, and all-round good performance). Will Qualcomm and Microsoft be able to work together to bring some competition to Apple Silicon?…

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S2 E22 - Why we LOVE the iPad 51:26

۴ years پیش51:26

51:26

In this episode we talk about the things we love about the iPad, share a bit of news and some pretty awful jokes. Cheap Apple stuff can be found here: AMAZON LINKS - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases ============================================================== Apple Store on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3sj94B2 ( UK: https://amzn.to/3di35s1 )…

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S2 E21 - Windows 11: same meat, different gravy? // M1 iPad Thunderbolt Speed 1:03:42

۴ years پیش1:03:42

1:03:42

In this episode we speak about the M1 iPad Pro and its lacklustre Thunderbolt performance, and consider the new Windows 11 release.

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S2 E20 - NEW Razer Blade 14 // Apple Silicon Transition (lack of WWDC update) 57:03

۴ years پیش57:03

57:03

In this podcast we take a brief look at Razer's hardware announcements from E3 2021, including a beast of a new Razer Blade 14" and their smart new GaN Charger. We also take the time to look at where we are in the Apple Silicon transition... since Apple didn't think it was important enough to warrant a mention at WWDC21!…

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S2 E19 - WWDC21: Our Reaction 1:05:18

۴ years پیش1:05:18

1:05:18

Our thoughts on Apple's WWDC21 Keynote... This is the audio from our livestream which went out straight after the WWDC21 Keynote on 7 June. If you want to watch the video, you can find it on our main YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/constantgeekery

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S2 E18 - Why you probably SHOULDN'T buy the base model M1 iMac... 20:33

۴ years پیش20:33

20:33

Apple likes to tax upgrades, but it also likes to penalise buyers of entry models... or so it would seem in the case of the new M1 24" iMac. Spending an extra $200 or £200 gets you quite a lot more. Here we share our thoughts in this short episode.

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