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Calling All Platforms
We're just a few guys talking about our favorite hobby. And that just happens to be tech! We cover everything from Apple to Google to PC to console gaming. We give viewpoints from all sides.
Landen: All things Google. Big into the mobile tech. Prefers Apple computers but usually uses Windows.
Caleb: All things Apple. Uses a Windows PC for gaming.
Wes: All things Microsoft. Even uses a Windows Phone. Big gamer.
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We all thought the 'Blue Screen of Death' was dead. But maybe not? The NES Classic is dead but is there going to be more? There is now a game on Android that takes advantage of the United Airlines blunder. And it's great.
Just in case you were hoping for all sorts of side tangents about random movies that go on for way too long, we've got you covered. We've got everything from the Super Mario Brothers movie to Batman to Thor. But don't worry, we do talk about tech news. A bit.
This week's news is dominated by Apple and Microsoft. Caleb talks about his excitement for Apple finally mentioning new Mac desktops. Which also means he will finally talk about all of the iPhone rumors that have come out for the past 6 months.
Microsoft released the specs for Project Scorpio and it has us all (even Landen) drooling. It's gonna be awesome. And the potential for this thing is crazy.
Microsoft is rolling out the Windows 10 Creators update soon with some great new features. Although, they are leaving a few things out that kind of leave us wanting.
Samsung has finally taken the wraps off the Galaxy S8. And it is exactly what we thought, thanks to all sorts of leaks. But it's still a device worthy of considering for you next phone. And there are some great perks of pre-ordering as well.
This past week was also April 1. And that means a lot of great April Fools jokes from big tech companies. Google always has great ones. Some companies even made products you can actually buy also.
The biggest thing this week is probably pretty obvious from the title. Landen gives his review for Super Mario Run on Android. Spoiler: he really likes it. There are some new updates for all things Apple. Samsung is going to be announcing the S8 soon. And for some reason are thinking about once again releasing the Note 7. Apple just got a patent for something that looks awesome! Microsoft keeps making the apps for Android and iOS even better. And some older games are getting a great refresh from Blizzard.
Oh boy was there a lot of stuff that happened. Mostly on the day we recorded this.
First off, Apple updated a bunch of products. Mostly iPads. But all good things including dropping prices on most of them. Which is always good. There is also a new red iPhone you can buy. Which we all want.
Not to be outdone by Apple, Google surprised us all with the developer preview of Android O today. And it's got some pretty great new features with it that I'm sure will get you all excited.
And of course some great gaming news.
If you didn't get it from the title, it's a slow news week. But hey, we were able to keep it a little shorter. So that's a good thing... Maybe? I don't know. Google has yet another messenger platform, but this one is pretty useful. Still no Mac updates or rumors. But there is always some good gaming news.
This week was kind of a slow one in the tech world. We cover some Android updates, a neat little trick for you to find your Android phone, potential Mac updates, Cortana for Android, and Nintendo Switch.
This week is all about Mobile World Congress. Lots of big things are happening. New phones from Sony, Motorola, Nokia, Blackberry, and LG. Our favorite is definitely from LG in the new G6. Also Samsung announced when they will unveil the Galaxy S8.
We take a week with little news and make a fairly long podcast out of it. Because that's what we do. We talk about updates to Apple's tvOS, Google's Instant Apps, and a few new games you should definitely try out. We also give a rundown of all of the new 'Unlimited' plans for the 4 major carriers in the US. And don't forget about Project Scorpio. Like Wes did.
This week's main topic of discussion goes between 2 new Android Wear watches, the LG Watch Sport and LG Watch Style, and Verizon's new unlimited plan. Which, surprisingly does not suck. We also have a couple of more games for you to check out. They don't suck either.
We expand on the shortage of news with even more tangents. Microsoft cloud, The riches of Apple, Google updates, with a bit of gaming ups and downs, and don't forget the odd and crazy movies and television.
This week please excuse Caleb and his voice, or lack thereof. Mostly gaming this week. Well, things that apply to gaming. Updates to PC gaming and VR gaming. Android Beta updates. Clarification on Apple's 'Theater Mode.' Hint: it's not what you were thinking. And plenty more.
This week we discuss more gaming then normal. Definitely not a bad thing. Unless you're Landen... He sometimes gets lost. And Samsung finally announces the reason for the Note 7 fires. Hopefully this will end the long, sad saga of the Note 7. Only time will tell on that one.
This week is mostly about the Nintendo switch. We all give our opinions on what we are hoping is going to happen with Nintendo and what it's going to take for us to actually buy this. Also, HTC has some new phones. In case you cared. Which you probably should.
January 9, 2007. A day that changed the tech world. Especially the mobile tech world. Apple introduced the iPhone. Whether or not you are an Apple fan, you can't deny the influence of the iPhone on every phone that has come out ever since that first iteration. Caleb and Landen reminisce over the iPhone keynote give their thoughts about Apples first jump into the mobile phone market.
Be sure to get comfortable for this one. We each go over some of our favorite things from CES 2017. Everything from electric cars to smart home products.
We're back! It's been a good couple weeks off but we're ready to get back to it. (Un)fortunately for us not a lot happened. But don't worry. We know how to cover plenty of time. This week we focus a bit on security. During the holidays everyone does a lot of online shopping and we want to help you know what to do to stay safe.
This week Caleb gives his review of Super Mario run, Landen gives his first impressions of Googles Daydream View VR headset, and we all continue to geek out about Windows running on ARM. And that will probably continue for a while...
Right when we thought we were going to keep it under an hour, we still don't. And honestly, this one could've gone on for another hour if we had the time. We cover some new iPhone and Samsung rumors, Fitbit buys Pebble, and Microsoft drops a bombshell. Windows will run on ARM!
This week is all about tangents. OK, not really. But there we do go off on a few. Don't worry, they are related to the latest tech news. We talk about new apps and updates from Google, new Apple TV functionality, and Microsoft announces Windows 10 Home Hub.
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Not a lot happened this week in the tech world. That doesn't mean we don't have anything to talk about! Caleb gives his review on the cheap Android/ Windows tablet.
This week we go over a bunch of Black Friday deals that we think you might like. Hopefully making it a bit easier for you to decide what you want to buy this Holiday season.
This week we discuss a few items of tech news from the past week including MacBook Pro Reviews, VR, Googles USB-C standard, and Microsoft Contiuum. Along with all the tangents that come with these topics.
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This week we discuss everything Blizzcon 2016! Caleb and Wes go over all the news from the weekend and what they are most looking forward to.
This week we give an overview of the Microsoft event and the Apple event and tell you what we think of what was announced. Also, Landen gives his full review of the new Google Pixel XL.
This week we discuss our thoughts and hopes for what Microsoft and Apple will be announcing at their events coming up. Landen gives his mini review/ first impressions of the new Google Pixel XL. Also a shout out to the iPod.