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Bringing you some of the latest info in Tech News, Rumors and Product releases. Samsung had the next big thing, Apple had their revolutionary iPhone, ... we're eager to bring you a plethora of news on the horizon of technology.

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0:00 - Intro / Stadia update

0:45 - Peter Clark https://9to5mac.com/2023/12/18/apple-senior-designer-left-the-company/

1:42 - Apple Stores in Hawaii https://9to5mac.com/2023/12/19/apple-permanently-closing-apple-royal-hawaiian-retail-store-next-month-after-15-years/

2:26 - Magsafe on 2024 iPads? https://www.macrumors.com/2023/12/18/ipad-pro-magsafe-charging/

4:05 - iOS 17.2.1

4:34 - Google Messages Wallpaper https://www.androidauthority.com/google-messages-rcs-wallpaper-3395361/

5:24 - Google "Pixie" https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/google-pixie-pixel-9-report

6:53 - Gmail; UNSUBSCRIBE https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/gmail-blue-unsubscribe-button-on-the-web

8:14 - Ultra-wide Astrophotography https://www.androidauthority.com/google-pixel-8-pro-ultrawide-astrophotography-mode-3395778/

10:09 - Deals

Pixel Fold - https://a.co/d/g6JgpU1

11:15 - Youtube revises Ad layouts in videos https://cordcuttersnews.com/youtube-will-start-showing-fewer-ads-but-theres-a-catch/

14:11 - Nothing Phone 2a? https://www.androidauthority.com/nothing-phone-2a-specs-launch-date-features-3395319/

17:23 - Minecraft Update on Xbox Series Consoles https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/minecraft-xbox-4k-resolution-patch-notes/ 19:52 - T-mobile free line promo (BYOD) https://www.phonearena.com/news/T-Mobile-has-a-special-something-for-select-customers-as-a-year-end-gift_id153610 21:16 - The Apple Watch Ban (U.S.) https://www.macrumors.com/2023/12/18/apple-watch-import-ban-software-fix/

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0:00 - Intro

0:30 - OnePlus 12

0:55 - Stray on the Mac

1:20 - Hulu and Disney+

3:08 - Instagram & FB Messenger

5:49 - Qi2 Availability on more iPhones

6:44 - iOS 17.2 Primary Features

10:35 - Battery: Full (Pixel Watch)

Version number: 2.1.0.576785526

11:41 - Deals

Pixel Watch 2 - https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/the-google-pixel-watch-2-just-got-its-first-major-discount-and-its-a-biggie

Moto RAZR+ - https://a.co/d/jdZyjPd

13:38 - WIndows 10 ESU

15:18 - Layoffs Keep Coming

17:44 - nEverNote

20:01 - Oppo Find X7

25:29 - Tax Credit. Tesla

26:57 - Controversy on Discord

32:44 - "Beep Beep!"

0:00 - Belated, Happy Thanksgiving

1:10 - WatchOS 10.2 Beta https://www.macrumors.com/2023/11/15/watchos-10-2-watch-face-swipe-change/

2:38 - Last Roar for Lion/Mountain Lion https://www.macrumors.com/2023/11/15/apple-discontinues-the-last-macos-install-cds/

4:46 - Qi2 on the Horizon https://9to5google.com/2023/11/15/qi2-certification-google-pixel-likelihood/

7:13 - More Apple - X Controversy https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-pausing-advertising-on-x-following-latest-elon-musk-controversy.2411296/ 9:23 - Amazon Auto ? https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/16/23964233/amazon-car-online-sale-hyundai-dealer-alexa

12:15 - Craziness Concerning Casetify https://www.phonearena.com/news/casetify-sued-by-dbrand-for-stealing-teardown-skin-designs_id152907

17:26 - No Deals This Week

17:45 - Youtube Limitations with AdBlockers https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/youtube-loads-slower-on-firefox

22:53 - Youtube Playables 28:18 - Nothing/SunBird Falters https://www.phonearena.com/news/nothing-chats-beta-pulled-from-play-store_id152720

31:00 - And Apple Answers Back https://9to5mac.com/2023/11/16/apple-rcs-coming-to-iphone/

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0:00 - Monday Night Football

1:55 - Xbox "Sweet"stakes

https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2023/11/13/xbox-wonka-chocolate-controller/

4:33 - Zelda

https://www.androidauthority.com/nintendo-legend-of-zelda-film-3383552/

5:46 - Reminder: Google's Account Purge

6:33 - Walmart's Sensory Friendly Shopping Returns

https://www.wsoctv.com/news/trending/walmart-brings-back-sensory-friendly-shopping-hours-all-stores/RZIZV5CGSBC4HFLHLAMQBSEJGQ/?outputType=amp

7:59 - Rumor: Verizon to combine Max and Flix as a perk

https://gizmodo.com/max-netflix-verizon-ad-tier-savings-streaming-bundle-1851012269

9:31 - Deals

The OnePlus 11 is $150 over at Best Buy - no activation catch with that deal. https://www.bestbuy.com/site/sku/6531251.p?skuId=6531251
Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Camera is $500 off at Best Buy https://www.bestbuy.com/site/canon-eos-r5-mirrorless-camera-body-only-black/6420364.p?skuId=6420364

10:21 - iOS 18

https://9to5mac.com/2023/11/12/ios-18-features-design-changes-report/

https://www.phonearena.com/news/ios-18-development-on-hold_id152371

15:16 - Game Pass Notifications

https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/xbox-game-pass-ultimate-feature-money/

17:01 - OnePlus Watch 2

https://www.androidauthority.com/onplus-watch-2-render-leak-3384581/

20:27 - Nothing better than iMessage?

https://youtube.com/watch?v=A9PP8AeSbbo&si=3nwCvXkgbjvNkLcB

0:00 - WatchOS 10.1.1

1:08 - RetroSpeckt iPods

https://www.phonearena.com/news/apple-ipods-get-hot-again_id152285

2:11 - Mario Kart Wave 6

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-kASUEEXn8

4:51 - 50k for a Username

https://www.pcmag.com/news/x-is-reportedly-selling-inactive-usernames-for-50000

6:52 - Disney Ready to own all of Hulu

https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/1/23875523/disney-comcast-hulu-stake-sale?fbclid=IwAR3fIXfD9xn4ZEPCwagkKcwHFCkD5c68AgurErHsCQxkBD6_vDGEpz_Ww9k

6:48 - Deals

9:25 - Apple Ditching one of their Plans

https://9to5mac.com/2023/11/01/apple-music-discontinues-voice-plan-siri/

12:40 - International Rates; Youtube Premium

https://www.androidpolice.com/youtube-premium-price-hike-goes-global-days-after-ad-block-crackdown/

14:59 - NASA Streaming Content

https://www.androidauthority.com/nasa-plus-streaming-service-3381565/

17:02 - Twitter is fully pay-walled

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0:00 – Pre Intro 0:14 – Intro

0:22 – Rare Collectibles

https://www.the-sun.com/tech/9341118/vintage-gaming-devices-sold-worth-thousands-nintendo-64-gameboy/

2:09 – Raptor Lake Refresh https://www.xda-developers.com/intel-14th-gen-core-i5-14600-i3-14100-leak/ 4:07 – Pixel 8A Renders https://www.phonearena.com/news/leaked-google-pixel-8a-high-quality-renders-reveal-design-changes-are-underway_id151394

4:32 – Get in the Zone

https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/10/23911238/sony-inzone-buds-gaming-earbuds-h5-price

6:13 – OnePlus can’t make up its mind https://9to5google.com/2023/10/23/oneplus-12-wireless-charging-reports/

9:55 – Deals

Soundcore P20i - 50% off https://a.co/d/440d6MW

JBL Tune 230NC - 50% off https://a.co/d/ht5F6PH

16” MB Pro M1 Max 64G, 4TB ssd - $1,900 off https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1668324-REG/apple_mbp_16_sg_26_16_2_macbook_pro_with.html

11:06 – Pixel Watch Delayed Setup error

https://9to5google.com/2023/10/13/pixel-watch-2-setup-time-bug/

13:16 – Missed Features on Pixel 8/Pro https://www.androidpolice.com/google-pixel-8-features-axed-before-launch/

https://www.androidauthority.com/google-pixel-watch-2-uwb-support-3373449/

16:27 – Pixel Watch 2 nixing UWB https://www.androidauthority.com/google-pixel-watch-2-uwb-support-3373449/ 17:51 – “Netflix on us”, still alive https://cordcuttersnews.com/t-mobile-will-continue-to-offer-free-netflix-on-us-after-the-most-recent-netflix-price-hike/

18:43 – AI, Artists, and copyrights

https://9to5google.com/2023/10/19/youtube-music-ai-singing-tool/

24:23 – 27 100ths of a penny a day

https://9to5mac.com/2023/10/17/x-twitter-charging-new-users/

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0:00 - Intro 0:11 – Searching for Antitrust Practices

4:33 – The Blizzard has hit

7:47 – Windows 10; Security Patch

9:34 – I see London, I see France

10:53 – Motorazr

13:03 – Nothing Clothes’es in

19:01 – Are You Open to another Foldable?

0:54 – Deals

23:41 – Riley Has Trust issues

29:52 – RAMping up the OnePlus 12

33:57 – Riley Has Hope?

38:13 – X75 on the iPhone 16 Pros

39:10 – SWITCHing 2 a Digital Option

40:32 – The Digital Age

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0:00 – Intro

0:13 – Add-ons With Prime

2:13 – No Video this week

2:27 – Update on Netflix

4:24 – Plans from X

7:43 – Tim Cook Sells some shares

9:40 – Prime Day and Walmart Sales

https://www.amazon.com/primebigdealdays

https://www.walmart.com

10:50 – Microsoft and Bing

12:34 – Galaxy SmartTag 2

13:41 – Galaxy Buds FE and S23 FE

https://www.samsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s23-fe/

https://www.samsung.com/us/mobile-audio/galaxy-buds-fe/

14:08 – How Did iOS 17.0.3 Work its Magic?

16:25 – Deals

15% off UGREEN Nexode 100W 4 in 1 charger https://a.co/d/1WfOOuR

LG - 65" Class C3 OLED 4K Smart TV - $800 OFF! https://www.bestbuy.com/site/sku/6535929.p?skuId=6535929

17:09 – New Faces on here (Pixel Watch)

20:26 – WiFi issues on (iOS 17)

24:17 – Flipping out About Google’s “Comet”

26:32 – Apple Pen’C’il

29:46 – iPads and Macs

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0:00 – Intro

0:08 – Laundry Symbols on iOS

1:52 – “Portable” Xbox Gaming?

4:02 – Cracking Down on Canada

6:15 – OnePlus Open: aka Oppo FindN3

7:39 – Switch 2 Timeframe?

8:52 – iPhone 15’s Hot Topic

10:37 – The YouTab, Yay or Nay?

14:00 – YT Podcast joins the DNR list

17:38 – Youtube Premium Lite is gone.

19:19 – Deals

Pixel 6 Pro - https://a.co/d/j7wp4Dg

Beats Studio Buds Plus - https://sellout.woot.com/offers/new-beats-studio-buds-plus-anc-bluetooth-earbuds-4

20:05 – Res Evil 4, too high on itself?

22:45 – Apple & France; resolved

24:07 – iPhone SE Controversies

29:42 – Take Your Best Shot!!!

Some Links not currently available at the time of publishing this episode0:00 Intro0:08 JD’s Awkward Experience 3:33 Gmail & Basic HTML https://www.theverge.com/2023/9/25/23889791/gmail-basic-html-view-discontinued-2024 5:58 Pixel Points 19:34 Facebook Shocks People 20:49 Facebook Takes into Account25:13 The Capture Button 29:31 Revolution 5 Pro https://www.gamesradar.com/nacon-announces-a-new-ps5-controller-thats-immune-to-stick-drift/ 32:38 Deals-mHyundai’s Free Level 2 Charger and discounted Installation https://www.theverge.com/2023/9/21/23883677/hyundai-free-home-charger-offer-install-discount-ioniq-5-6-kona-ev-Prime members get services free for 3-4 monthsKindle Unlimited - https://www.amazon.com/kindle-dbs/hz/subscribe/ku?ref=nav_custrec_signin&gclid=CjwKCAjw38SoBhB6EiwA8EQVLknH3cbjOVjToazl815a9TndXHge2TSSxXADMyM1uzDbOA-SDOBGmhoCdmgQAvD_BwEAmazon Music Unlimited - https://www.amazon.com/music/unlimited/?ref_=dmm_acq_mrn_d_br_pbdd_z_W4XmViEP-c_c_603803563436_g_94783684774&gclid=CjwKCAjw38SoBhB6EiwA8EQVLvRdz8hq_-_D-sA5FbHznsRP9m14xc1YO5rc_cnWRqCN7J-w11gJGBoCqPcQAvD_BwE 36:18 S24 Ultra Performance 37:30 Samsung Event https://www.phonearena.com/news/Samsung-Galaxy-S24-release-date-moved-earlier-to-counter-iPhone-15s-success-report-says_id15094838:28 LG Gram Fold (Not U.S.) 44:04 iPhone 16 Base Chipshttps://www.macrumors.com/2023/09/25/iphone-16-first-chip-designed-for-standard/50:24 Not So Fine, Woven Case 57:01 Watch OS 10 (Confusing?) https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/watchos-10s-side-button-change-almost-ruined-my-apple-watch/ 59:47 Next-Level ChatGPT https://twitter.com/i/status/1706280618429141022

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0:00 - Intro

0:12 – Video is Finally Here

2:18 – Dare to Repair (Pixel Watch)

5:12 – NestHub Max is aging

7:47 – T-Mobile may pursue Fiber

10:39 – Switch 2 additional info

15:26 – Deals

AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C) - Drop $50 at Best Buy (Additional Trade-in value eligible) https://www.bestbuy.com/site/apple-airpods-pro-2nd-generation-with-magsafe-case-usbc-white/6447382.p?skuId=6447382
Seagate Storage expansion card for Xbox series X/S $220 down to $150 for the 1 TB And $400 down to $280 https://www.bestbuy.com/site/seagate-1tb-storage-expansion-card-for-xbox-series-xs-internal-nvme-ssd-black/6425015.p?skuId=6425015

17:59 – Go Pad Go

23:55 – TSMC and Google

25:43 – iPhone 12 is evidently “Radiant”

34:51 – Apple Drops Repair Costs

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0:00 – Intro

0:13 – USB-C Airpods Lineup https://www.theverge.com/2023/9/8/23864237/apple-airpods-max-usb-c-lightning-change-2024-rumor

1:43 – Surface Duo Last OS Upgrade https://www.gsmarena.com/microsoft_surface_duo_software_support_ends-news-59865.php

3:19 – Nintendo Switch “2” Rumors https://wccftech.com/nintendo-switch-2-12-gb-ram-ray-tracing/

7:14 – Deals

Acer - Predator Orion 5000 Gaming Desktop https://www.bestbuy.com/site/acer-predator-orion-5000-gaming-desktop-intel-core-i7-12700f-16gb-ddr5-memory-nvidia-geforce-rtx-3070-1tb-gen-4-ssd-black/6500694.p?skuId=6500694
Hisense 65” 4k QLED smart tv is over $300 off down to $728. https://a.co/d/6Iveacj

9:17 – OnePlus 12 Visual Leaks https://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/oneplus-12-leak-new-design-odd-camera-sensors-news/

15:15 – Final 'Apple Event' News/Rumors https://www.trendforce.com/presscenter/news/20230908-11836.html https://www.androidauthority.com/iphone-15-color-cable-3363194/ https://www.phonearena.com/news/iphone-15-colors_id147802 https://www.macrumors.com/2023/09/10/apple-planning-to-discontinue-silicone-accessories/ https://9to5mac.com/2023/08/17/no-apple-leather-cases/

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0:00 - Intro

0:13 – Netflix Ejects DVD service https://twitter.com/dvdnetflix/status/1693794419659653517?s=20

1:25 – Apple Fall Event Date https://www.apple.com/apple-events/

3:39 – Apple Retail Store Updates https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-08-29/apple-sets-sept-12-date-for-launch-of-iphone-15-new-watches

4:20 – Google’s Fall Event Date https://9to5google.com/2023/08/30/google-announces-october-4-event-for-pixel-8-and-pixel-watch-2/

6:16 – Another Pixel 8 Pro Leak https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/google-pixel-8-pro-leaks-in-porcelain-colorway

8:44 – Google Teams up with Cameyo https://www.theverge.com/2023/8/22/23841186/google-chomeos-windows-apps-cameyo-vad

10:11 – Macbook SE??? https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/05/low-cost-macbook-chromebook/

19:03 – Deals!

Beats Studio Pro’s - $100 off down to $250 ****Deal Expired https://a.co/d/b3hdt36

iRobot i3 and Self-EMpting Tower $150 off down to $400 https://a.co/d/gsSTbBg

20:00 – Legion Go! The PC “Switch”? https://www.androidauthority.com/lenovo-legion-go-launched-3359556/

25:04 – Pixel Pass, a thing of the Past https://support.google.com/pixelpass/answer/13968577

28:01 – Find N2 Flip 3 https://www.androidauthority.com/oppo-find-n3-flip-3358524/

32:26 – Latest Updates on NFL Sunday Ticket https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/2023/08/16/nfl-sunday-ticket-youtube-monthly-payments-student-rate/70602263007/

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0:00 - Intro

0:13 - Rest In Peace, John Warnock

2:11 - Pixel 8 Series E-SIM Only?

4:14 - Microsoft Fall Event Surfaces

5:54 - Microsoft Offers Skins for Series X/S

8:54 - Can you Wear OS 2 anymore?

10:08 - Web Threads Coming Soon

11:14 - A19 and M5 in the Works for Apple

12:39 - Is The Studio Display a Good Pick?

16:05 - ATT can C the Advantage too

17:01 - EVidendtly what matters in Google Maps

17:56 – Deals

Senheisser CX Plus on Amazon down 50% from $180 to $90 https://a.co/d/0s0BrrB - Xbox Wireless Controller $16 off down to $44 https://a.co/d/iJkIMMZ
WD_BLACK 2TB NVMe internal Gaming SSD with Heatsink > OG $310 now down to $134.50 (over a 50% discount) https://a.co/d/25CA35n
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2’s for up to 50% off (as low as $115) https://a.co/d/9Ok5J0Y
Tab S6 Lite as low as $239 depending on color and storage configuration.. https://a.co/d/3CHtavN
S22+ and Ultra up to $435 off https://a.co/d/iMH5T27

20:30 - S24’s are flat out dumb

23:25 - iPhone 15 Pros may not be too bad

29:36 - Chromecast not so Complicated 1UI 6.0

31:43 - Flip FE Might be coming next year

33:18 - Storm Ready WiFi

38:32 - X and Identity Theft

41:55 - Can you a-Ford Blue Cruise?

46:40 – X moving forward with Block out.

49:40 – LG will StandBy you

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0:00 – Intro

0:13 - Walmart’s Morning Hours

3:06 - Threads adds more features

4:28 – One UI 6 Beta is Officially Here.

5:59 - X to add video calling feature

7:34 - OnePlus is Open to Lower pricing

9:36 - Apple to continue pre-recorded events

15:38 - Old Plans Rise on Verizon.

17:16 - The audacity of Pixel 8 Series

20:20 – Deals

Play Station Dual Sense Controllers are $20 off on Amazon at just under $50

https://a.co/d/6cHXJXK

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope – Standard Edition is currently half off at $30

https://a.co/d/4dhjbbC

Samsung 990 Pro 2TB NVME SSD is 80$ off at $170

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/samsung-990-pro-2tb-internal-ssd-pcie-gen-4x4-nvme-with-heatsink-for-ps5/6523590.p?skuId=6523590&ref=app_ios&loc=pdpShare

21:04 - Apple and another 𝐗 Model

23:48 - Messenger to get rid of SMS connectivity

27:58 - Longevity Hinges on the Z Flip 5

29:59 - Bose Ultras leaks to the public

35:22 - The Ace 2 Pro Has Quite the Trick

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0:00 – Intro

0:14 - An 8-year-old’s Perspective

3:33 - Waze gets some bug fixes

6:40 - T-Mobile Compensates for Tidal loss

8:35 - Expected colors for the Pixel 8/8 Pro

10:37 - YouTube TV Promo Discount

12:08 - Apple testing M3 Max Chip

13:08 - Nord 3 explodes after 5 days

14:30 - New info on iPhone 15 Pro Storage Options

16:46 - iOS 17 Features That Aren’t Ready

19:53 – Deals

Asus Chromebook Flip 11.6” Down $131 to $219 https://a.co/d/gJhhwUz

JBL Xtreme 2 discounted 53% down from $430 to $200 https://a.co/d/4mnUver

20:33 - Not Everything is Visibly on the Rise.

22:17 - Celebrating Google's 25th Anniversary

24:45 - Google Rolling out AirTag Alerts

27:37 - OneUI 6 Beta Release

34:31 - OnePlus Stretches Delays and Shortens Displays

37:30 - Musk asking Apple about alternative lower Twitter (X) fees Deals

39:25 - Recap On Future Apple Products

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0:00 - Intro

0:13 - Recycling Their way to Jail

3:18 - Tim Cooks Credit Card

4:57 - Play Services says Goodbye to KitKat

7:04 - Next Nintendo Switch Slated for 2024

8:54 - Peacock Joins the Rise

9:40 – Samsung and Student ID

10:54 - Nearby Share Comes to PC

11:56 – Google Maps 11.9

13:27 - “Let’s put a pin in that” ~ Google

14:57 - Emergency Sat SMS on Android 14

16:10 – T-Mobile 86’s Tidal perk

21:10- Action Button Mapping iPhone 15 Pro’s

22:46 – iPhone 17 Pro

29:44 - T-Mobile’s Stand-alone 5G

34:48 – Twitter (X) Madness

40:53 - Verizon can give you the golden Ticket

42:55 – Deals

Galaxy Book 3 Pro – 21% - 24% discount depending on configuration https://a.co/d/g5OcWfY

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 Earbuds - up to 40% discount. Down from $280 to $180 – Pricing varies based on color. https://a.co/d/8rR6wwq

45:15 - Samsung Plans to enter the Ring

54:19 – Threads takes a hit

55:56 - UK & End-to-End Encryption

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0:00 - Intro

0:12 - More than just a Thumbs Up

1:55 - Lightning Pricing Strikes Again

2:57 - Show Announcements

4:10 - OnePlus Open

5:07 - OnePlus 11 5G Genshin Edition

5:44 - Apple & Android Emojis

6:12 - Animated Emojis on Google Messages

6:40 - 9th Circuit Court Says "No" to FTC

7:29 - October Mac Event

8:20 - Google & Connected Flight Mode

9:44 - Deals

10:40 - Farewell “Xbox Gold Live”

11:20 - Netflix offers Profile Transfers

12:40 - Ookla gives it to T-Mobile

14:00 - The EU & Replacable Batteries

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0:00 - Intro

0:13 - Ford Lightning Insane Pricing

3:47 - NC joins in on Paw Stickers

5:37 - iPhone 15 Battery Specs

9:54 - Android Auto Returns a Key Feature

13:46 - Pixel 8 Pro images leaked

16:35 - External Display Smart Home from Apple

19:07 - AirPods Pro 3 Leaks

21:16 - Deals.

Ring Video Doorbell - was $100 now $55 https://a.co/d/hiPopHr

RAZR+ (2023) - Was $1,000 now $850 https://a.co/d/7EuB83T

OnePlus 11 - Was $799 now $665 https://a.co/d/2q3PTQ4

24:41 - Google Tensor & TSMC

26:23 - Z Flip 5...Gap?

33:40 - Pixel Series 8 Leaks

38:27 - Nothing Phone 2

47:14 - Microsoft and the FTC

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0:00 Intro

0:12 Debreiging

0:37 - A not so great June Pixel Update

https://www.droid-life.com/2023/06/26/pixel-owners-again-met-with-battery-drain-issue-following-monthly-update/?fbclid=IwAR27vn-M83o_iWEVIF9b23VpZhxnRrREsQ6fVk5AX1l4IWhQ3jUR5dudiNY_aem_AYYIHYlrJIC0Q3ITeejjpG_UmFjsX6IZ7cvu41nv9ttqou1_GQQEnPkKUN6R2yYD5CI

1:52 - Microsoft Gaming Prices Increase

https://www.theverge.com/2023/6/21/23768400/microsoft-xbox-series-x-xbox-game-pass-price-increase

3:49 - Microsoft Leaked Project Q Price

https://gagadget.com/en/games/266314-more-expensive-than-expected-microsoft-has-accidentally-revealed-the-cost-of-sonys-playstation-project-q-handheld-c-amp/

4:28 - NFC Forum ’s Distance Improvement

https://www.phonearena.com/news/apple-pay-google-pay-improvements-coming_id148408#ljdic434awbr2r7jhst

6:25 - Google Album Archive will be no more.

https://support.google.com/picasa/answer/7008270?hl=en

7:51- DEALS

SAMSUNG 75-Inch Class Neo QLED HDR+ 4K ~ Down from $3,300 to $2,600 (21% off)

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LG Sound bar combo ~ Down from $900 to $447 (50% off)

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8:45 - Pixel Fold Pre-Order problem

https://www.phonearena.com/news/google-randomly.cancelling-pixel-fold-orders_id148418

10:24 - Google Messages and RCS

https://www.phonearena.com/news/google-tests-rcs-badge-for-messages_id148351

12:43 - Netflix ContinuesContiues to rise to the Occasion

https://cordcuttersnews.com/netflix-is-eliminating-its-cheap-ad-free-plan/

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Logitech G502 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Mouse is down 41% from $150 to $88.

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0:00 Intro

0:15 The USPS and dogs

2:26 Quick Apple Announcements

Recurring payments on Apple Cash
Reminders organizes grocery lists
tvOS allows VPN Apps
Huawei had dibs on Vision

4:37 Pondering the lifespan of Intel Macs

6:02 Spotify Offline Playlists

7:02 Nord N30 5G open for Pre-Orders

10:42 Acoustica and Mixcraft 10

12:00 Deals (See links in this Google Doc)

14:26 GM & Ford pair up with Tesla

16:53 Samsung Unpacked Coming in July

19:29 OnePlus V Fold Specs

23:26 Sony WF-/-XM5’s Leaks

25:40 Blue Microphones phases out

28:46Meta Has a New Quest

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0:00 Intro / Vision Pro

4:44 RAZR & RAZR+

13:03 Apple Event

13:08 Mac Lineup

13:26 15” MacBook Air

14:23 Mac Studio M2 Max & Ultra

15:54 Mac Pro

17:41 MacOS

20:34 Airpods/Homepods & tvOS

25:09 iOS 17

38:33 iPadOS 17

39:44 watchOS 10

Apple OS Beta reviews on Youtube

macOS

“AirpodsOS”

iOS 17

iPadOS 17

watchOS 10

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LG 48” Ultragear UHD OLED Gaming Monitor is down $490 from $1,500 to $1,010

JBL Bar 5.1 is currently down $300 from from $700 coming right in at just under $400 and note that this incorporates a sound bar and a 10” sub

The Beats Studio 3’s are now seeing a whopping $180 discount down from $350 for only $170.

Massive deal on Sony Xpheria 1 Pro at 45% off

Sony LinkBuds S a little over $50 off

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0:00 – Intro

0:16 - Starbucks and their polarizing move

3:02 Quick Announcements

ChatGPT comes to iOS
MAXimizing HBO
WWDC 2023 nearing soon.
iPhone 16s getting a little Bigger

5:40 - Wear OS 4 may get Material You

6:59 - Google’s stance on inactive accounts

9:40 - WhatsApp gets text editing

11:08 - iOS 16.5 Fixes and Problems.

Georgia joins Digital ID

12:13 - Apple Watch Gets Mean & Green

14:13 - Apple Watch Series 9 Rumored Chipset.

15:43 - YouTube to open community tab to everyone

17:23 - Carl Pei Chimes in on Phone (2)

21:27 - Pixel Buds get possible noise cancellation enhancement

23:18 – Deals

24:59 - Logic and Final Cut Pro For iPad

27:34 - More Moto Razr Rumors

30:34 - Montana takes aim @ TIK TOK

34:54 - Walmart continues to refuse Apple Pay

39:07 - Pixel 8 Rumors Heating up

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0:00 – Intro

0:41 – 2-in-1 Hulu/Disney

1:49 – Youtube TV & Cordcutters

3:50 – iPhone 15/Plus possible delays

6:22 – MLS 1-month Trail via Apple

7:44 – Deals

9:48 – EU Says Yes to MS and ATVI

11:47 – M3 Chips on the Horizon

14:38 – Google I/O Recap & Opinions

~ Pixel Tab

~ Pixel Fold

~ Pixel 7a

Goole I/O 10 Min review

16 Min Review from ‘The Verge’

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JBL Xtremem 2 is down $250 from $430 – now on sale for $150
Watch Apple Ultra down $98 from $800 – now on sale for $702

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0:00 > Intro

0:15 > Texas & EV Gas Taxes

4:30 > T-Mobile Credit Card AutoPay

5:16 > Google Books Logo

7:58 > Apple Supply Chain 15” MB Airs

9:09 > Pixel Tab Specs leaked on Amazon

9:52 > Health & Wallet App iOS 17

11:44 > NFL Shunned Apple for Sun. Ticket

16:34 > WhatsApp Beta for WearOS

19:26 > Deals - Click here or all deal links

21:02 > Dyson Zone hilarity

27:21 > Pixel Fold Teaser Debuted

28:07 > Pixel 7a Price leaked prior to I/O

34:00 > EU back at Apple (AGAIN)

37:18 > Next Gen Bluetooth Expected w/higher Speeds

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0:00 - Intro

0:16 - Microsoft/Activision Update

4:33 - OnePlus ceases Pad sales in Germany

6:54 - Netflix & PW Sharing update (Spain)

9:13 - iOS 16.5 Minor Features additions

10:56 – Action-Button Still Remains (iPhone 15)

11:44 – WatchOS 10 Rumored Features

17:05 – USB-C Earpods & MFi USB-C cables

18:05 – Samsung Fold and Flip 5 Rumors

22:28 – Upsale Gaming from Qualcomm

24:28 – Deals

26:45 – Pixel 7a Expected Colors

28:28 - Pixel 8 Pro Primary Camera Sensor

29:40 – Pixel Fold Hands-on Video

32:01 - Google Tracker may have a name

33:46 – Beats Studio Buds Plus

36:04 - Macs at WWDC? Maybe.

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0:22 – Apple 86’d the SS Buttons for the 15 Pro’s

1:38 - Q/A’s posted on Reddit for Sunday Ticket

3:15 – LG Wing receives last OS Upgrade

6:11 – Apple’s OLED Plan and Possibly developing larger screen iMacs/Ext Display

9:26 – iPhone 14 Satellite SOS feature saves canyoners out in Utah

12:30 – Deals

M2 Macbook Pro Deal > Expired

55” NEO QLED 8K Samsung smart TV down $700 from $2,000 to $1,300

Soundcore by Anker Headphones up to 30% off

Clarification – these are amazon renewed

Q30 | Q35 | Q45 | A40

14:49 – BMW and digital Car Key

16:57 – Pixel Leaks on Tab / Charging Dock and Fold

Google I/O link

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0:19 > Z-Flip 5 Confirmed with Larger Cover Display and production dates

3:32 > Quick Announcements

Iphone 15 Image renders:

4:11 > $500k worth of Apple Product stolen

6:16 > $3k Bike stolen but tracked with AirTag.

7:53 > Nord N30 expected to Launch in the States.

Referenced: OnePlus Event for CE 3 Lite

10:26 > OnePlus Pad news on Price date

11:30 > Katie Cotton has passed away.

12:57 > Nokia Makes a copy-cat of the iPhone

14:40 > Apple may cut “iServices” for older models.

16:25 > Deals

Samsung Z-Fold 4 512 variant with $400 discount down from $1,920 to $1,520
SAMSUNG 980 PRO SSD 2TB down $230 from $380 to $150
Logitech MX Keys Mini down $40 from $110 to $70

17:58 > YouTube adds some more features

19:48 > AirPods “Touch” ?

Referenced: JBL Tour Pro 2

Bonus Topics

28:43 > iOS 16.5 Beta 2 min’ battery adjusted to 20%

Zollotech Review on the update:

30:37 > Sunday Ticket Pricing

**Correction. With the 4k Add-on you have unlimited devices streaming in your home and limited to 3 devices outside your home.

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0:19 > Apple Fans are put off by Chevy's move

4:28 > The V series from OnePlus

6:38 > OnePlus 11 Jupiter Rock Edition

Referenced MKBHD's April Fools video

10:28 > Nokia's 4G Lunar Network

13:00 > Samsung is giving iPhone users a galaxy experience at a glimpse

15:09 > Deals

Watch Ultra down $70 from $800 to $730 (add to cart to see the additional discount)
Nintendo Switch down almost $25 from $350 to $327.16
Trade-in deal w/Google where specific models are eligible for a free Pixel 7 or even 7 Pro depending on the trade-in model, * The Pixel must be activated on Google-FI within 30 days of reception.

(additional deals on memory cards and ssd's)

Samsung T7, 1TB save $10

SanDisk 2TB Extreme Pro Portable SSD save $40

SanDisk 1TB Extreme microSDXC save $180

Western Digital 2TB SN850 for PS5 save $100

17:17 > June 5th-9th for WWDC

20:17 > Action Button coming to the iPhone 15

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0:15 > YouTube Premium subscribers have temporary perks.

1:42 > OnePlus Nord Buds 2

4:37 > Huawei Freebuds 5 and Pro 2+

Freebuds 5 has an interesting design.

Freebuds 5 Pro 2+ packs some uncommon sensors for earbuds.

7:07 > Fitbit takes away Challenges & Adventures

9:47 > Deals (Click here - for Google Doc for links on deals.)

12:36 > iOS 16.4 Update is out!

Recap on all features from ZolloTech https://youtu.be/TQklmcsCRUc

16.45 > AirPods Pro 2 with USB C coming in the Fall.

18:49 > Tab S9 series expectations.

22:29 > OnePlus’ daring return policy on their 11th Gen smartphone.

24:38 > Apple Music Classical is now Available

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0:17 - Apple looks ’86 the mute switch and make it capacitive on the iPhone 15

2:00 - T-mobile confirms that they are pursuing the acquisition of Mint Mobile/Ultra Mobile

3:37 - HomePod with screen could be in the works

7:19 - Sonos launches the Era 100 & Era 300

Homepod link for comparison

10:29 - Sony’s WF-/-XM5s

12:54 - Sony and the PS5 Pro?? Coming soon.

Sheldon / Big Bang Theory reference.

17:53 - MetaQuest 3 coming in the fall

20:23 - Amazon’s plans for Satellite-based home internet.

27:44 - Deals (See google doc for these non-affiliate links to deals)

29:30 - Pixel news for this year. Pixel 7A and Fold and rumors on the Pixel 8

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0:17 - MarioKart DLC Wave 4 Set to release March 9th

2:29 - Apple’s out-of-warranty Battery replacement fees increase.

Trade-in values are once again adjusted from Apple

4:35 – The Anker Solar-Rechargeable-battery-powered Cooler

7:09 – Nothing's portable speaker renders surface

9:46 – iOS 16.4 Betas indicate 5G Standalone support.

11:12 – Deals (All deals are located in this mobile doc due to character limit)

14:51 – In-House 5G Modem expected on 16th gen iPhones.

16:25 - iPhone 14, now in Yellow

18:37 - Pixel 8 and 8 Pro could see a jump in efficiency and performance from tensor G3.

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0:15 - Confirmations and more rumors on the iPhone 15 series.

Designs and Bezels for Base and Pro

Expected Colors

15 expected to have a slightly larger screen than the 14.

4:49 - Tensor Powered Pixels Crashing While Viewing A Youtube Video

7:07 - Samsung’s Noticeable ‘non-flaw’ on the bottom touchscreen once again visible this time on the S23U.

S23 Ultra’s WiFi issue is becoming more common.

10:55 - iPhone SE4 is still active in the rumor-mill with some controversial notions

18:54 - Sony WF-1000XM4 bud busted open while charging???

WF-1000XM5 Seen on FCCs website – coming soon.

20:28 - Nintendo Switch Coming on Mar10 Day

22:58 - Deals! (Due to Character limitations, Deals can be found in this web doc)

24:10 - Pixel Photo/Video editing tools expanding to more models with Google One Subscription.

25:26 - Rumors on next years foldables from Samsung

27:37 - Motorola’s concept models showcased at MWC in Barcelona

Mr. Mobile’s Recap on the two models.

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Oppo Find N2 Flip | Launch Event

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0:16 - Next Gen Samsung Galaxy Fan Edition

2:29 - Youtube CEO seeks other plans.

5:48 - Huawei Watch Buds | Promo:

8:04 - Apple ditches iOS Dev Beta Profiles

10:56 - Facebook’s Twitteresque move. | Marques’ Tweet

13:21 – Rumors on the Snapdragon 8th Gen 3

15:03 - DEALS!

11" M2 iPad Pro - Discount pricing based on configuration.

Pixel 6a $450 down to $300

16:21 - Tile’s move to prevent trackers from being useless

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0:48 > iOS 16.3.1 has been released. (We noted that if you use Google Photos on your iPhone then the app may crash when you update to this iOS version. Google has released in app update in the App Store which addresses this problem.)

2:42 > Pixel 7 Pro's defect that has people wondering about their quality checks.

5:43 > Macbook Air will receive a larger screen variant

7:26 > More news surfaces on Apple's approach to USB-C for upcoming models.

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11:10 > HP X27Q 27" Monitor $90 discount down to $210

12:02 > Apple Watch Ultra $50 discount down to $750

12:22 > OnePlus Cloud 11 Event Recap

14:42 OnePlus 11 Improvements/opinions (11 vs 10 Pro Comparison link)

~ PocketnowDaily Comparison Review 11/10Pro

~ Co-Founder of OnePlus, now CEO of 'Nothing'; Carl Pei looks at the OnePlus 11 with an objective perspective

22:53 OnePlus Pad (What we know so far)
28:50 OnePlus Buds Pro 2

~ Zollotech's reveiw on the the OPB Pro 2

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February Galaxy Unpacked Event

0:41 > Laptops

Galaxy Book3 (Pro/360/Pro 360)

Galaxy Book Ultra

5:52> Smartphones

Galaxy S23/Plus

14:58 > Galaxy S23 Ultra

External Referenced Content

MrWhosetheboss' review on s23 Ultra

SuperSaf Camera Comparison on S23 Ultra & iPhone 14 Pro Max

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Speculations on Apple's 2024 iPhone lineup
When Should we see a refresh for the Mac Studio?
Pixel Update rollout for February
Jony Ive's former position is no more
Next-gen Carplay coming this year
Netflix could be repelling existing customers

Deals!!!

Pixel 7 is $100 off and the 7 Pro is $150 off

M1 iMac is $200 off

Bonus deals

Airpods Pro 2 are $50 off

Sony WF|XM4's are $52 off

Youtube TV has made some lineup changes to their sports offerings
Sonos wants to steal Cupertino's smart-speaker customers.

Sony WF-1000XM4 Industry Leading Noise Canceling Truly Wireless Earbud Headphones with Alexa Built-in, Black

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) Wireless Earbuds, Up to 2X More Active Noise Cancelling, Adaptive Transparency, Personalized Spatial Audio MagSafe Charging Case (Lightning) Bluetooth Headphones for iPhone

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Trade-in Values through Apple have, once again, dropped for iPhones ( Macs see a slight boost)

Homepod Mini gains a feature that was just introduced on the latest HomePod

The U.S. could see a Nothing Phone 2 per Carl Pei, or so we hope.

Lowest-end configured M2 Mac Mini and M2 Pro Macbook models have a hidden deficiency

Google Chrome will receive a minor redesign some time this year.

Does Android's Policy for developers pose an issue for consumers in the future.

M3 Chipset extrapolation for 2024

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Sony Bravia XR A80J Series 55" 4k > $1,900 down to $900
TCL 55" 4K Roku TV > $600 down to $270
Samsung QN900B NEO QLED 85" 8k, > $7,000 down to $4,000
Amazon Fire TV 50" 4-Series 4K $470 down to $320
LG 83 Class Mini LED 65" 4k that was $1,700 down to $1,000
Hisense U6H Class ULED 65" 4k Google TV > $800 down to $500

Gmail rolls out a subtle feature that helps you keep a tab on your online orders.

More news on the iPad Foldable in 2024

A OnePlus Model that we'll see showcased during the February 7th event

"Tech shoutout"

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Google wants to stay on track with AirTags
Apple's 2nd Gen Homepod

Advance Data Protection Troubleshooting for setting up Homepod

Next Macbook Air expected to receive 3nm Chipset.
Apple's AR/VR news updates
Samsung's concept phone has some impressive aspirations if it ever hits mass productions.
Outlooks on the latest Mac Mini and Macbook Pros

***Steve Jobs introducing the original Mac Mini at Macworld 2005 - San Fransisco

Expectations on future Mac displays

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Preliminary News:

Super Bowl Halftime details

Follow-up: Apple Reality Headset clarification

Quick Topics:

T-Mobile is considering the acquisition of another carrier.

Would the 16th gen iPhone simply have a punch-hole camera

Google has a farewell update for stadia controllers that many would welcome.

Windows 7 and 8.1 have reached the ended.

Intel hits a new speed marker without overclocking speeds

Expectations for the Airpods and Airpods Max

Twitter's plans to boost revenue.

Galaxy Unpacked 2023 in on the horizon

Hot Topics:

Microsoft released an unwelcomed update for businesses and organizations

Apple plans to expand solid state buttons beyond the iPhone

Is Apple's plans for future Macbooks the right approach?

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Follow-up: Damar Hamlin has been discharged from UC Hospital
Apple's plans for in-housecom chips
The Mac Pro is shaping up to be overly-underwhelming
Apple is forced to cancel a niche iPhone Model in their lineup and the Plus variant is being re-evaluated regarding it's value.
More news on Google and Apple's AR/VR headsets
Qi2 Wireless Charging takes on a more efficient feature and UX.

Deals!!!

Discounts on 2021 Macbook Pros
iPad Mini 6 discounted to $400 (Was $500 - down $100)
We are now privy to what Google has planned for the near future, spanning 3 years.

https://www.gofundme.com/f/mxksc-the-chasing-ms-foundation-community-toy-drive

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Links to the deals are in this linked document

iOS 16.2, and Apple Music Sing,

AirDrop settings change.

Apple finally transitions the Primephonic acquisition with "Apple Classical" music app set to release soon.
Apple could possibly copy the Pixel Tab's most intuitive feature.
M2 Max continues to improve upon the M1 Max performance specs.
The FTC has something to say about Microsoft's attempt at acquiring Activision Blizard as Microsoft continues to offer deals to other gaming consoles, including the Switch
The Switch hits a milestone that competes against one of Sony's consoles
Expectations for Apple's AR/VR Headset (Price guesstimates)
December Feature drop for Android 13 has a subtle feature that slipped passed the first review.
Warner Brothers attempts to 'MAX'imize profitability by restructuring their streaming services, including Discovery+.

DEALS!!!

T-Mobile Home Internet becomes more affordable to more T-Mobile customers. $25/mo
128gb Apple TV (2022) $10 discount - was $150 now $140 on amazon

-BONUS DEAL Samsung G9 49" Gaming Monitor 40% off - was $1,500 now for a limited time, $900

iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max should see an increase in production over at the Foxconn facility in China.
Twitter has plans to allow users to write mini-novels as tweets and also has a work-around for the %30 dev fee on iOS.
More leaks on the Apple Car makes it more of a realistic possibility even though there is a delay.

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Smartwatches and Earbuds joining Samsung's Self Repair Program
Refunds for Stadia have already been in the process, hardware refunds are on the way.
Google's Major December Feature Drop brings on some various updates that pertain to every-day-use.
Digital ID surfaces in the Beta Code within Google Play Services
Google is pushing to have end-to-end encryption with group messaging through Google Messages via RCS.
iOS 16.1.2 is now available for install with a couple key fixes
Huawei is toying around with a different type of earbuds case.
Would you still buy a Play Station if Call of Duty was no longer available on that platform?

DEALS!

10th Gen iPad $50 off of $449 - now $399
LG 4k/8k TV Launch within the past 4 years join an Apple perk
Nintendo Switch bundle deal, Mario Kart Deluxe 8 and 3 months online access for $299
Edge 30 Fusion will soon be available in Viva Magenta with a bundle deal of Moto Buds 600
Digital Car keys can now be shared across platforms
Thoughts on the possibility of a "Tesla" Phone

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Deals mention in the Linked Google Document

iPhone 15 Pro & Ultra go elite on the base 15's in regards to transfer speeds.
Another lawsuit against Apple, and this time it pertains to Data privacy
Apple enables Security Response Updates (Currently only on Beta release)
iOS also gives more customization to the Always On Display (14 Pro's Only) with 16.2 Beta 3
OnePlus 11 Rumors (GSM Arena Specs)
Breaking down Twitter's moves (Key employees leave)
Nintendo's 3rd Wave of tracks coming in Dec 7th
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate has a 3-month perk
15th Gen iPhones may see a refreshed design to the body
Personal Experience with the Apple Watch 3 with Software not being able to update to WatchOS 8.7.1.

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Stadia Refunds are now rolling out.

Trade-Values on Apple Devices reduce in value on Apple’s website heading into the Holiday Season

Audio-Technica releases their next generation ANC True Wireless Earbuds.

Warhammer: Verminitide 2 builds up steam with a Steam Game Gains 10 Million Players in One Week (comicbook.com).

More news on Apple’s upcoming iPad that sports a larger screen

WiFi 7 is on the way

AirPods Pro 2 seem to have only one last manufacturer.

Air Tag competitor?

Apple spends a heft sum to follow through with Emergency SOS coms.

Another Foldable is coming and it could be the last one for 2022

Reacting to Twitter's Verification Process

Xiaomi 13 Pro / Ultra is on the way and the U.S. is included

2023 will bring a highly anticipated foldable

~ Belated Happy Birthday, Riley!!!

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Not Mentioned

Braided Solo Loop Wallpapers
Belkin MageSafe Car Air-Vent Charger

Sony has a firmware update for select buds that brings a key feature

Pixel 7/Pro Feature Drop coming within a month to improve Camera quality

Expectations for Sony Xperia 1V/5V

Honor Magic 5 Prestige Edition potential specs

iOS 16.2 and 16.3 expected release dates

Huawei Watch GT 3 SE (Cheaper Alternative to the GT 3)

Apple has plans for how you wake Siri

The Watch Ultra's Altimeters senor is pretty accurate

The EU is at it again with the DMA effecting how iMessage, the App Store and other services play with competing platforms

DEALS!!!

Apple Watch Series 8 LTE for $389 ($110 off 22%) Midnight, starlight, product red
PowerBeats Pro for $180 ($70 off 28%) All colors
Beats Studio 3 OEH $150 ($200 off 57%) White, Matte Black, Shadow Gray
Black Friday Deal to watch out for come Nov 25th for the Pixel 7's

Pixel 7 for $500 (Retail $600)

Pixel 7 Pro $750 (Retail $900)

MacBook Pro

14" M1 Pro 512 2021 $1,600 ( $400 off 20%)

14" M1 Pro 1TB 2021 $2,000 ($500 off 20%)

16" M1 Pro 512 2021 $2,180 ($3200 off 13%)

16" M1 Pro 1TB 2021 $2,300 ($400 off 15%)

16" M1 MAX 1TB 2021 $3,100 ($400 off 11%)

*** If you have plans to gift an iPhone 14 Pro/Pro Max expect shipping delays

Popular Steam Game free for a limited time

More s23 Renders (Ice Universe Tweet for renders) and Sammy says goodbye to Exynos

Samsungs outlook on foldables and what they expect from Apple

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Here are some Super Hero Depth Effect Wallpapers

Deals:

Liberty 3 Pro 41% off was $170 - now $100

Powerbeats Pro 40% off was $250 - now $150

Galaxy Buds 2 Pro True Wireless was $230 - now $190

Roomba Discounts

Pixel 7 Ultra??? (Secondary Source NotebookCheck)

Macbooks and Mac Mini to come in early 2023

Huawei Mate 50 Pro surpassed Pixel 7 Pro in DxOMark ratings)

Youtube's revised UI makes for a controversial update.

Referenced add-on for Chromium browsers Magic Actions for Youtube

iPhone 15 Pro and Ultra will no longer have physical buttons....?

How Apple Watch Ultra reaches 60 hours in Low Power Mode

Which Redundant model would remove from Apple's Lineup?

iPad Air vs. Base Comparison

Soundcore by Anker Liberty 3 Pro Noise Cancelling Earbuds, True Wireless Earbuds with ACAA 2.0, HearID ANC, Fusion Comfort, Hi-Res Audio Wireless, 6 Mics for Calls, 32H Playtime

Powerbeats Pro Wireless Earbuds - Apple H1 Headphone Chip, Class 1 Bluetooth Headphones, 9 Hours of Listening Time, Sweat Resistant, Built-in Microphone - Black

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Apple announces the 10th Gen iPad and iPad Air Pro 2
iOS 16.1, iPadOS 16 and MacOS Ventura are released
Live Activities is now available, Sport Alerts is one of the first apps to implement this. *Tap and hold on a current matchup and you will see the option for "Start Live Activity"
Apple & Google exercise the excuse for inflation on their services
Head of Industrial Design Chief for Apple steps down
Deals!
Galaxy Watch 5 & 5 Pro
Jabra Elite 85t's are discounted 39% off
Apple plans on implementing more ads into the Apps store
Google Messages will get more features in the coming weeks

Jabra Elite 85t True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds, Titanium Black – Advanced Noise-Cancelling Earbuds with Charging Case for Calls & Music – Wireless Earbuds with Superior Sound & Premium Comfort

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Mercedes-Benz adds Spatial Audio
American Teens favor the iPhone
Pixel Buds Pro gain 5-Band EQ via firmware
Netflix will now offer a lower basic plan for $6.99 with limited content with ads.
Amazon tries to respond to the Watch Ultra with their AmazFit Falcon smartwatch

(GSM Article) * Garmin announces their Marq Gen 2 smartwatch * Pixel 7 Pro achieves a high DXOMark score

Mrwhosetheboss Pixel 7/Pro Review * Pixel 7 Pro Photography review vs. DSLR camera

The downside; Pixel 7 Pro's Battery isn't the best.
MrMobile's Pixel 7 Pro review
Apple's Trade-in program has it's flaws.

Deals: JBL Live Free Two's - $60 off

Apple Watch Ultra has some much improved GPS tracking over older generations
Latest line of Mobile Apple Products have some unwanted reactions when aboard roller coasters
Reviewing the "Made by Google" Hardware event.
Event Intro
Tensor G2 Processor
Hardware
Security
Pixel 7/Pro
Pixel Watch
Pixel Tablet
Wrap up

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Octobers Watchlist:

Google Hardware Event ~ Oct 6th
Apple's Press Releases for their latest expected spec bumped products
Google is saying goodbye to Stadia
Top voted features for the Apple Watch Ultra via Slash Geer
The last hope for TouchID is dead
Pixel 7 price leaked early on Amazon
Pixel Watch Proprietary Bands unboxed
Subtle design change to the back of the S23
Samsung Flagships stored in power-off state have a little problem | Check out DIYPerks
Amazons next big sale day is a week away
Youtube is testing a new "feature" but it doesn't bode well for many users
OnePlus now has the Nord Watch but it's not for everyone?
The iPhone Ultra doubles up on camera sensors
Apple sets the stage for adding more iPad Pro's to the compatibility list for their most coveted feature

Pixel Watch band Colors ~ Reminder; Google Hardware Event: October 6th
The never-released LG Rollable phone unboxed on YouTube.
Apple and the Pro Max - Speculating a top-tier premium iPhone.
Apple Watch Ultra ~ "The screws are just for show"
Breaking down expectations for the Apple's refreshed products for October.
Non-Sponsored Manufacturer of the Week ~ Moment

Deals: Beats Products |M1 Pro Macbooks
Google’s Watch now has an expected price,
iPhone 14 Pro & Pro Max is experiencing some camera issues with social media apps. (iOS 16.0.2 expected to release in the next week or two to address this)
iOS 16.1 Beta 2 Released with some minor changes and adjustments, including battery bar
Google Announces future app updates for integration with iOS 16 lock screen
Apple Updates Apple Care+ terms and conditions
Apple Event Breakdown

Watch Series 8

Watch SE

Watch Ultra

Airpods Pro 2nd Gen

iPhone 14/+ | (iFixit Teardown Video)

iPhone 14 Pro/Pro Max * Concluding thoughts

Google’s Hardware Event takes place on Oct 6th, Expect a different chipset on the Pixel 7’s, Apple is expected to make some small adjustments the pill/punch-hole camera array. Also we break down some of the specs on the Sony Xperia 5 mark IV, Apple Watch Series 8 Pro CAD renders leaked??. Mini review of the Skullcandy Dime XT True-wireless earbuds and a look at a company called Peak Design.

Apple Watch Series 8 Pro CAD Render Link. https://www.macrumors.com/2022/09/05/apple-watch-pro-cad-reveals-new-design/

Skullcandy Dime XT TrueWireless Earbuds. **Not Sponsored. https://www.walmart.com/ip/Skullcandy-Dime-XT-True-Wireless-Headphones-with-Charging-Case-Black-S2DMW-P761/524910444

Peak Design; https://www.peakdesign.com/

This week Apple Announces their first fall event, Fitbit announces some of their next-gen trackers and smartwatches, and Miguel and I break down some stats concerning depreciation rates on smartphones. The Pixels 6a price drops even lower on Amazon via Google's Store account. --> https://www.amazon.com/Google-Pixel-6a-Smartphone-Megapixel/dp/B0B3Q23BT4

Check out more info depretiation of phones in 2020 https://www.bankmycell.com/blog/cell-phone-depreciation-report-2020-2021/#1

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For a limited time the Pixel 6a is on sale >Smartphone, we breakdown some Apple rumors and news, and coming up on a year since it launched, we give our brief thoughts on windows 11.

Check out Between Pro by Status --> https://www.status.co/products/betweenpro

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We divulge the announcements made during the 2022 Galaxy Unpacked event. Apple switches to a week-by-week release for iOS 16 as Beta 6 comes out, and we give some recognition to on an off-brand phone case company, Incipio. Check out their website here > Incipio | Award Winning Cases for iPhone & Samsung

This week we cover beta 5 features in iOS 16, analyze 10T specs, marvel at Amazon's big time deal and look ahead to Samsung's much anticipated Samsung Unpacked event on the 10th.

Rumors surrounding Samsung's custom silcon, Official announcement for Qualcomm and Samsung Event and we discuss Apple's big future plans.

As the the Samsung Galaxy Event draws near, we take a look at the new phones and watches, The new iPad Pro gets a major size upgrade0 , and we talk about the upcoming Nothing Phone (1). This is JD with my co-host Miguel, this is Stearns Tech Talk

WWDC 2022 just happened Monday, Apple has released quite a few developer betas from iOS 16 all the way up to MACOS Ventura, and we take a look at next years one and only iPhone 14. I am JD with my co-host Miguel, welcome to Stearns Tech Talk.

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