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Tech news that matters for everyone to understand. Our hosts break down the most important stories, from consumer tech and gadgets, to AI and beyond. Stephen Robles is a content creator with over 100K on YouTube, and Jason Aten is a technology columnist at Inc.com having written in the past for Business Insider and The Chicago Tribune. Tune in every Thursday for new episodes.
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Apple announced a new M3 iPad Air, base model iPad which may be the best deal of the week, except for the new M4 MacBook Air, and we compare the M3 Ultra vs M4 Max! Also, is Safari browser acting a little weird for you too?Sponsored by: 1Password: 1Password Extended Access Management is the first security solution that brings all those unmanaged devices, apps, and identities under your control. Learn more at: 1password.com/primarytechWatch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: https://youtu.be/C_67N0-uv5QJoin the CommunityDiscuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on ThreadsStephen on BlueskyStephen on Mastodon@stephenrobles on XJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on BlueskyJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and SpotifyPodcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fmLinks from the showTim Cook announces iPad Air on XApple introduces iPad Air with powerful M3 chip and new Magic KeyboardApple introduces the new MacBook Air with the M4 chip and a sky blue color - Apple5 Things You Should Know About Apple’s New M4 MacBook Air and Mac StudioApple unveils new Mac Studio, the most powerful Mac ever - AppleApple announces M3 Ultra—and says not every generation will see an “Ultra” chip - Ars TechnicaDisney’s Apology for Cutting Off the Oscars Before the Biggest Awards Missed the Most Important PointBest Buy and Target CEOs say prices are about to go up because of tariffs | The VergeAfter 21 Years, Microsoft Is Shutting Down Skype. It’s Truly the End of an EraApple reportedly challenges the UK’s secretive encryption crackdown | The Verge (00:00) - Intro (03:20) - Old Tech (05:41) - Why No Apple Event? (11:35) - M3 iPad Air (13:38) - Base Model iPad (17:54) - M4 MacBook Air (30:13) - Sponsor: 1Password (32:13) - 2025 Mac Studio (43:02) - M3 Ultra vs M4 Max (45:11) - Is Mac Pro Dead? (52:04) - WWDC and Apple Displays (01:01:04) - Skype In Memorium (01:03:47) - Apple vs UK Privacy Battle (01:05:47) - Safari Is Being Weird ★ Support this podcast ★
Amazon announced Alexa+ its AI-powered voice assistant that will likely be way better than Siri, iPhone 16e reviews are out at the strangest embargo time, U.S. joins Apple in opposing the U.K.’s push to create a backdoor to iCloud data encryption, and OpenAI's ChatGPT Deep Research is very good.Watch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: https://youtu.be/ZsA_SR01OOEJoin the CommunityDiscuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on ThreadsStephen on BlueskyStephen on Mastodon@stephenrobles on XJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on BlueskyJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and SpotifyPodcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fmLinks from the showMeet the new AlexaWith Its AI-Powered Alexa+, Amazon Just Put Apple on NoticeiPhone 16e Review: Who Are You? - YouTubeAdobe launches a Photoshop iPhone app | TechCrunchApple introduces News+ Food - AppleTop 5 iOS 18.4 Beta Features - Ambient Music, Recipes, and Shortcuts Actions! - YouTubeApple Intelligence comes to Apple Vision Pro in April - AppleApple Original Films announces new documentary event “Bono: Stories of Surrender” - Apple TV+ Press ChatGPT Can Be Used as Default Safari Search Engine With New Extension - MacRumorsApple can no longer offer Advanced Data Protection in the United Kingdom to new users - Apple SupportDirector of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard suggests UK broke agreement in secretly asking Apple to build iCloud backdoor - 9to5MacFive Eyes Intelligence Oversight and Review Council (FIORC)Apple will spend more than $500 billion in the U.S. over the next four years - AppleMacRumors Buyer's Guide: Know When to Buy iPhone, Mac, iPadOpenAI expands Deep Research to all paying ChatGPT users (00:00) - Intro (06:26) - Alexa+ Amazon Event (21:24) - iPhone 16e Reviews (24:27) - Photoshop iPhone App (26:01) - iOS 18.4 News+ Food (31:45) - visionOS 2.4 Features (38:29) - ChatGPT Default Search Safari (43:20) - Apple and US vs UK iCloud Data Protection (51:17) - Apple's $500B US Investment (53:36) - Macrumors Turns 25 (56:10) - Buccee's Supercharger (59:51) - ChatGPT Deep Research (01:09:14) - Sports +  Vision Pro ★ Support this podcast ★
Apple officially launched their new “budget” iPhone 16e with a first-party C1 cellular modem. We go through all the details and what it’s missing compared to other models, Humane Ai Pin is officially dead and is bricking all its devices, and we explore Netflix X Apple TV bug that was actually a feature.Sponsored by: Bento|CraftMake Apple style bento graphics easily with Bento|Craft! Use code PRIMARYTECHBOGO to receive 2 months of unlimited exports for the price of one! Redeem in-app, and support a developer who’s part of the Primary Tech community. Learn more at: thatvirtualboy.com/bentocraftWatch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: youtube.com/@primarytechshowJoin the CommunityDiscuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on ThreadsStephen on BlueskyStephen on Mastodon@stephenrobles on XJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on BlueskyJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and SpotifyPodcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fmLinks from the show'Severance' Becomes Apple TV+'s #1 Series With Season 2 LaunchiPhone 16e - AppleIntroducing iPhone 16e - February 19 - YouTubeiPhone 12 & AT&T 5G+ TESTED! What Speeds Can You Get?! - YouTubeApple Just Killed Off 1 of Its Most Iconic iPhone FeaturesQualcomm and Apple agree to drop all litigation - AppleHP $116 Million Deal for Humane Includes IP But No Ai Pin Device - BloombergIn an Email to Customers, Humane Just Delivered a Brutal Lesson in FailureNetflix confirms it didn't mean to support that Apple TV feature everyone has wanted for years - 9to5MacAnalog Premium Starter Kit (Maple) - UgmonkNotebooks - LEUCHTTURM1917 (00:00) - Intro (02:47) - Old PowerBook (03:32) - Old Mac, iPhones (05:45) - Severance Overtakes Ted Lasso (08:53) - iPhone 16e Feature Rundown (19:10) - iPhone 16e vs Other Models (23:07) - Apple's C1 Modem (33:21) - Sponsor: Bento|Craft (36:53) - Humane Ai Pin is Dead (50:09) - Netflix + Apple TV "Glitch" (58:07) - The Analog System ★ Support this podcast ★
Apple launches a native TV+ app on Android and why they should bring more first party apps to the platform, OpenAI’s plans for GPT-5 and future models, Apple's privacy battles in the UK, and what’s on our desktops?Sponsored by:HelloFresh: Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free high protein item for life when you go to: hellofresh.com/primary10fmWatch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: https://youtu.be/80z0R7nk7RMJoin the CommunityDiscuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on ThreadsStephen on BlueskyStephen on Mastodon@stephenrobles on XJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on BlueskyJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and SpotifyPodcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fmLinks from the showFox's Most Divisive Super Bowl Decision Made Everyone MadJason Snell: "This is a good scorebug, I think. Ultra clear. Ye…" - The IncomparableDaring Fireball: Fox’s New Scorebug Graphic Design, and Our Innate Resistance to ChangeSuper Bowl Style: Tom Brady's $740,000 Watch, Travis Kelce's SuitNBA App on  Vision ProInside OpenAI’s $14 million Super Bowl debut | The VergeOpenAI Just Pulled Off the Biggest Super Bowl Upset of AllOpenAI lays out plans for GPT-5 | The VergeIntroducing deep research | OpenAIScarlett Johansson calls for anti deepfake laws after AI video goes viral | The VergeThe Apple TV app is now available on Android - AppleAndroid Apps by Apple on Google PlayJames Cridland on Apple Podcast app on AndroidAbout migrating Apple Account purchases between accounts - Apple SupportNew holistic Apple Health Study launches today in the Research app - AppleApple Research on the App StoreFive ways Powerbeats Pro 2 beat out AirPods Pro 2, plus two losses - 9to5MacApple's Commitment to Privacy Faces Its Biggest Challenge Yet In the UKUS Lawmakers Urge Intelligence Chief to Fight UK iCloud Backdoor Order - MacRumorsAqara's New Matter/Thread Switches Arrive in the US (00:00) - Intro (03:58) - Old Tech (05:23) - Super Bowl Score Bug (08:53) - NBA In  Vision Pro (10:50) - OpenAI Super Bowl Ad (15:39) - ChatGPT-5 and Beyond (23:11) - Scarlett Johannson Deepfake (26:01) - Apple TV App on Android (35:25) - Merging Apple Accounts (37:43) - Apple Research Health Study (40:48) - Sponsor: HelloFresh (43:23) - Powerbeats Pro 2 (45:19) - UK vs Apple Privacy Issue (01:03:48) - New Aqara Thread Switches (01:06:13) - What's On Our Desktops ★ Support this podcast ★
Apple released a new “Invites” app for iPhone, Sonos rumored to release a streaming box amidst layoffs, and we discuss the controversial 'Hot Tub' explicit app making waves on AltStore in the E.U.Sponsored by:1Password: 1Password Extended Access Management is the first security solution that brings all those unmanaged devices, apps, and identities under your control. Learn more at: 1password.com/primarytechWatch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: https://youtu.be/W7k9Li7an6MJoin the DiscussionComment directly on this week's post in our our Primary Tech Community and share photos of your old tech here! https://social.primarytech.fm/c/episodes/hot-tub-explicit-iphone-app-hits-eu-apple-s-new-invites-app-sonos-making-a-streaming-boxSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on ThreadsStephen on BlueskyStephen on Mastodon@stephenrobles on XJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on BlueskyJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and SpotifyPodcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fmLinks from the showNEW Apple Invites App - Everything You Need to Know - YouTubeIntroducing Apple Invites, a new app that brings people together - AppleAfter a bruising year, Sonos readies its next big thing: a streaming box | The VergeSonos Lays Off 200 Employees After App Failure - MacRumorsGoogle Is About to Cut Employees Again, and It Just Did the 1 Thing Every Company Should DoChatGPT drops its sign-in requirement for search | The VergeAltStore X Post about Hot TubApple responds after being forced to approve porn app on EU iPhones due to DMA [U] - 9to5MacDaring Fireball: ‘Hot Tub’, a Hardcore Porn App for iOS, Hits AltStore in the E.U.Apple Now Has More Than 2.35 Billion Active Devices Worldwide - MacRumorsApple’s reports record revenue for Q1 2025 (with charts) – Six ColorsApple Just Had Its 'Biggest Quarter Ever,' But There’s 1 Number It Doesn’t Want to Talk AboutTimeline apps are here: Tapestry, Reeder, and a new way to read feeds | The VergeAmazon announces February product event | The VergeExclusive | OpenAI Set to Make Super Bowl Ad Debut - WSJHow to watch Super Bowl 2025 for free: Chiefs vs. Eagles on Sunday, February 9Mac Mini M4 Stand and Hub with SSD Enclosure | Satechi - Apple and PC AccessoriesSoutien Ergonomic Office Chair C5 | Flexispot (00:00) - Intro (03:03) - Old Tech (04:29) - Apple Cinema Display (05:15) - Mac Cube (07:34) - Apple Invites App (24:11) - Sonos Stream Box (30:15) - Google Layoffs (32:38) - ChatGPT Search Opens (35:47) - Sponsor: 1Password (37:49) - Hot Tub Explicit App (50:40) - Apple's Moral Imperative (55:40) - Apple Q1 Earnings (01:01:47) - Amazon AI Event (01:02:34) - Streaming Super Bowl (01:05:43) - Mac mini M4 hub ★ Support this podcast ★
We unravel everything you need to know about DeepSeek, the Chinese AI starup and how it’s affecting OpenAI, Meta, and more, plus new features came with iOS 18.3, iPhone SE 4 might finally do away with the home button, and we dive into the Rube Goldberg machine of how we manage email.Sponsored by Notion AIOrganize your work and life using Notion AI. Try Notion for free when you go to: notion.com/primarytechnologyGet Primary Tech Show Merch! Big thanks to Basic Apple Guy for creating our first run of Primary Tech Merch! Get our PTS OG shirt or hoodie, battery percentage ON/OFF, and The Other Guy at: primarytech.fm/merch Watch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: https://youtu.be/4QUsyqACq5cJoin the CommunityDiscuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on ThreadsStephen on BlueskyStephen on Mastodon@stephenrobles on XJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on BlueskyJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and SpotifyPodcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fmLinks from the showHow Apple Builds Iconic Stores: SVP Deirdre O’Brien Interview! - YouTubeiOS 18.3 NEW Visual Intelligence Features: Finally Good? - YouTubeApple Sports now includes broadcast info for where to watch national games - 9to5MacVision Pro now offers 2,000+ games via NVIDIA GeForce NOW support - 9to5MaciPhone SE 4 appears in new photos and video, notch and all | The VergeMeet the new Notion AIDeepSeek-R1’s bold bet on reinforcement learning: How it outpaced OpenAI at 3% of the cost | VentureBeatWhy everyone is freaking out about DeepSeek | The VergeOpenAI says it has evidence China’s DeepSeek used its model to train competitorMark Zuckerberg tells Meta investors to not worry about DeepSeek | The VergeSam Altman’s Response to ChatGPT’s Biggest Threat Yet Is a Revealing LessonDeepSeek privacy under investigation in US and Europe; App Store impactZuckerberg wants to Make Facebook Great Again | The VergeMark Zuckerberg Just Got Political Again. This Time He Has a Point (00:00) - Intro (03:12) - Show Us Your Old Tech (05:37) - Apple SVP Interview (07:24) - iOS 18.3 Visual Intelligence (11:56) - Apple Sports App (15:31) - Severance (18:42) -  Vision Pro Gaming (20:32) - iPhone SE 4 Rumors (25:09) - Sponsor: Notion (27:25) - DeepSeek Explained (34:13) - AI Arms Race and Privacy (42:34) - DeepSeek Profitability + Open Source (52:35) - Make Facebook Great Again (58:04) - Our Email Situations ★ Support this podcast ★
The TikTok ban saga is bizarre, but we tease out the details, the unexpected reprieve from Trump, and what it means going forward. Plus, iOS 18.3 temporarily removes a key feature, Apple Intelligence is on by default, and the new Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge may usher in the era of thin phones.Sponsored by:HelloFresh: Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free high protein item for life when you go to: hellofresh.com/primary10fmWatch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: youtube.com/@primarytechshowJoin the CommunityDiscuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on Threads@stephenrobles on XStephen on MastodonJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and SpotifyPodcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fmLinks from the showFirst Look at Miami’s NEW Apple Store at Worldcenter - YouTubeTikTok is banned messageTikTok gets reprieve with Trump order but with twist | ReutersAbout availability of TikTok and ByteDance Ltd. apps in the United States - Apple Support‎Edits, an Instagram app on the App StoreiOS 18.3 brings two upgrades to Camera Control on your iPhone 16 - 9to5MaciOS 18.3 will temporarily remove a feature from your iPhone, but for good reason - 9to5MaciOS 18.3 automatically enables Apple Intelligence for users, requires opt-out to disable - 9to5MacApple Made a Major Change to Apple Intelligence that Some People Aren’t Going to LikeSamsung's VR Headset Looks a Lot Like Apple Vision Pro - MacRumorsSamsung Galaxy S25 Ultra hands-on: smoothing out sharp edges - The VergeThis is the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge - The VergeNetflix Just Revealed It’s Doing the 1 Thing Customers Were Most Afraid OfElon Musk and Sam Altman take to social media to fight over Stargate | TechCrunch (00:00) - Intro (02:18) - Apple Miami Worldcenter (03:56) - TikTok Ban Saga (09:05) - TikTok Political Implications (19:31) - iOS 18.3 Apple Intelligence (23:12) - Notification Summaries Still Bad (28:51) - Sponsor: HelloFresh (32:15) - Samsung Unpacked Event (38:26) - Netflix Price Hikes (44:53) - Musk vs Altman: Stargate Initiative (50:19) - Personal Tech: Smart Hotels ★ Support this podcast ★
Apple goes all-out marketing it’s latest TV+ original content, TikTok’s impending ban, ChatGPT adds Tasks, Samsung and Apple may go with thin phones this year, and Mark Zuckerberg trash talks Apple on innovation.Sponsored by:Notion AI: Organize your work and life using Notion AI. Try Notion for free when you go to: notion.com/primarytechnologyWatch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: https://youtu.be/q3ipzAwVfwgJoin the CommunityDiscuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on ThreadsStephen on BlueskyStephen on Mastodon@stephenrobles on XJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on BlueskyJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and SpotifyPodcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fmLinks from the showApple Promotes Severance Season 2 Premiere With Lumon Industries Pop-Up and Visits From Actors - MacRumorsSuited ‘Silo’ character attends NBA game ahead of season 2 finale on Apple TV+ - 9to5MacTikTok ban timeline: Here's where things standSonos’ New CEO Sent an Email to Employees. 7 Words Stood Out MostOpenAI’s ChatGPT adds scheduled tasks feature in beta - The VergeLeaked Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim images show off its super-thin design - The Verge'iPhone 17 Air' Launching Later This Year With These 10 New Features - MacRumorsZuckerberg trash talks Apple in interview with Joe Rogan - The VergeMeta to Cut 5% of Staff as Mark Zuckerberg Says He Will ‘Raise the Bar’ - WSJMark Zuckerberg sports $900,000 watch as he calls time on Meta fact-checking | Mark Zuckerberg | The GuardianApple previews radically redesigned Mac Pro: 'Can't innovate anymore, my ass' - The VergeApple’s Tim Cook Plans to Join Musk, Tech CEOs at Trump Inauguration - BloombergTim Cook talks his nontraditional retirement plan, daily routine, more in new interview - 9to5Mac (00:00) - Intro (00:40) - Jason in Narnia (06:25) - Apple TV+ Marketing Stunts (09:17) - TikTok Ban Update (14:30) - Sonos CEO Is OUT (22:35) - ChatGPT Tasks (30:09) - iPhone 17 and Galaxy S25 SLIM (35:02) - Sponsor: Notion (37:07) - Zuckerberg Trash Talks Apple (45:56) - Apple Innovation Post-Jobs (59:44) - Tim Cook's Personal Tech (01:03:34) - Oldest Tech We Still Use ★ Support this podcast ★
Apple Intelligence summaries are re-writing news headlines with false information, concerns over Siri privacy and recordings, Meta to remove fact-checkers and widen its content policy, Delta's AI-driven approach to travel and YouTube partnership, plus, highlights from CES 2025!Sponsored by:HelloFresh: Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free high protein item for life when you go to: hellofresh.com/primary10fmWatch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: https://youtu.be/zocm7-zfCyUJoin the CommunityDiscuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on ThreadsStephen on BlueskyStephen on Mastodon@stephenrobles on XJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on BlueskyJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and SpotifyPodcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fmLinks from the showApple Intelligence summaries might get warning labels - Six ColorsApple Intelligence falsely claimed Luke Littler had already wonApple will pay $95 million to people who were spied on by Siri - The VergeOur longstanding privacy commitment with Siri - AppleiOS 18.3 hints at new 'Invites' app from Apple to manage eventsApple Doorbell: Company Explores Amazon Ring Competitor; AirPods Heart Rate - BloombergMacRumors Buyer's Guide: Know When to Buy iPhone, Mac, iPadMy 10-year-old and I have a weird trash talk going on via calendar invites.It's time to get back to our roots around free expression and giving people voice on our platforms. Here's what we're going to do:More Speech and Fewer Mistakes | MetaApple CEO Tim Cook donates $1 million to Trump inaugurationDelta Just Announced Its Plan to Use AI to Solve the Worst Thing About TravelingYour Next AI Wearable Will Listen to Everything All the Time | WIREDHere’s how small Nvidia’s $3,000 Digits supercomputer looks in person - The VergeLG’s StanbyME sequel adds a carrying strap to the portable TV - The VergeLG made a slim 32-inch 6K monitor with Thunderbolt 5 - The VergeBaseus’ new Enercore wall charger includes two retractable USB-C cables you’ll never misplace - The VergeLenovo’s rollable laptop is a concept no more — launching this year for $3,500 - The VergeAnker’s solar umbrella uses next-gen perovskite cells to keep a longer charge - The VergeAnker’s new wall charger has ports on the bottom to help it stay plugged in - The VergeTikTok - Make Your DayAqara Unveils new Smart Home products at CES 2025 - HomeKit AuthoritySchlage Announces The Sense Pro With UWB Support - Homekit News and Reviews (00:00) - Intro (03:44) - Apple Intelligence Summary Fails (12:28) - Siri Privacy Concerns (24:37) - Video Doorbell with FaceID (32:10) - Sponsor: HelloFresh (34:29) - Meta Content Policy Changes (41:51) - Tech CEOs + Trump (50:21) - Delta YouTube + AI Keynote (55:19) - Actually Useful AI Wearable (58:55) - Nvidia AI Supercomputer (01:00:56) - CES 2025 Highlights (01:16:16) - Jason's  Vision Pro Take ★ Support this podcast ★
Can Apple actually make Siri useful this year? Plus, their missed next-gen CarPlay deadline, OpenAI's financial ambitions, our CES preview, and our tech predictions for the next year.Sponsored by:Notion AI: Organize your work and life using Notion AI. Try Notion for free when you go to: notion.com/primarytechnologyGet Primary Tech Show Merch! Big thanks to Basic Apple Guy for creating our first run of Primary Tech Merch! Get our PTS OG shirt or hoodie, battery percentage ON/OFF, and The Other Guy at: primarytech.fm/merch Watch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: https://youtu.be/OisiX-gWlAUJoin the CommunityDiscuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on ThreadsStephen on BlueskyStephen on Mastodon@stephenrobles on XJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on BlueskyJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and SpotifyPodcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fmLinks from the showGurman: Voice Control for Next Magic Mouse 'Makes Sense' - MacRumorsApple promised next-gen CarPlay in 2024, so where is it? - The VergeAston Martin, Porsche Preview Bespoke Apple CarPlay InterfacesDaring Fireball: OpenAI’s Board, Paraphrased: ‘To Succeed, All We Need Is Unimaginable Sums of Money’OpenAI announces new o3 models | TechCrunchTrump asks Supreme Court to let him rescue TikTok from US ban - The VergeUS Treasury says Chinese hackers stole documents in 'major incident' | ReutersOne dead, seven injured as Cybertruck explodes outside Trump’s hotel in Las Vegas - The VergeWorld first under sea roundaboutNetflix, The NFL, and Beyoncé Just Pulled Off a Christmas MiracleThe 1 Thing Apple Needs to Get Right in 2025 Has Nothing to Do with the Next iPhoneDelta Museum: First Flights (00:00) - Intro (05:58) - Magic Mouse with Siri (08:07) - Next-Gen CarPlay Miss (10:15) - OpenAI Investment Bubble (14:23) - Trump Trying to Stop TikTok Ban (18:55) - Sponsor: Notion (21:19) - U.S. Treasury Hacked (24:03) - Las Vegas Cybertruck Explosion (30:57) - Undersea Roundabout (32:49) - Netflix Christmas Live Stream (38:44) - 2025 Tech Predictions (01:05:55) - CES 2025 Preview ★ Support this podcast ★
We recap all the big tech moments of 2024, from Apple Vision Pro to Rabbit R1, Humane Ai Pin, OpenAI Search and Sora, WWDC with Apple Intelligence, Pixel 9 Pro and AI Photography, Meta Orion glasses, and rate each as overyhyped or underhyped! Plus, we crown a tech brand winner of the year.Sponsored by:1Password: 1Password Extended Access Management is the first security solution that brings all those unmanaged devices, apps, and identities under your control. Learn more at: 1password.com/primarytechGet Primary Tech Show Merch! Big thanks to Basic Apple Guy for creating our first run of Primary Tech Merch! Get our PTS OG shirt or hoodie, battery percentage ON/OFF, and The Other Guy at: primarytech.fm/merch Watch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: https://youtu.be/_JjX6kTawJwJoin the CommunityDiscuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on ThreadsStephen on BlueskyStephen on Mastodon@stephenrobles on XJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on BlueskyJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and SpotifyPodcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fmLinks from the showRabbit R1: Everything it Can (and Can’t) Do - YouTubeHere's What (Non-Techy) People Think of Apple Vision Pro - YouTubeIntroducing ChatGPT search | OpenAIThe M3 MacBook Air Is Apple at Its BestApple MacBook Air 13.3 inch - Walmart.comHumane Ai Pin vs. Siri vs. Rabbit R1: Knowledge Test! - YouTubeHumane launches AI Pin (full presentation) - YouTubeM4 iPad Pro Review - YouTubeApple Commercials - YouTubeYou can now try Microsoft’s Recall AI feature on Intel and AMD Copilot Plus PCs - The VergeWWDC24 Recap: Apple Intelligence Unveiled, BIG Updates to iOS 18, macOS Sequoia, and More! - YouTubeApple Blog TUAW Returns With Stolen Graphics and AI-Generated Content - MacRumorsCrowdStrike's CEO Just Responded to the Massive Outage That Took Out Computers at Airlines and Hospitals. It Misses the Most Important PointThe Google Pixel 9’s AI Camera Features Let You Reshape Reality | WIREDiPhone 16 Event Recap - YouTubeIntroducing Orion, Our First True Augmented Reality Glasses | MetaiPad mini 7 Review: Who Is This For? - YouTubeThe M4 Mac Mini Is Almost Perfect. There’s Just 1 ProblemSora from OpenAI (00:00) - Intro (06:21) - January: CES, Rabbit R1, Samsung (11:37) - February: Apple Vision Pro (20:12) - March: M3 MacBook Air, TikTok Ban (24:05) - April: Humane Ai Pin (28:28) - May: M4 iPad Pro, Copilot+ PCs (37:17) - Sponsor: 1Password (39:03) - June: WWDC + Apple Intelligence (47:43) - July: TUAW And Cloudstrike Fails (49:33) - August: Pixel 9 + AI Photography (51:56) - September: iPhone 16 Event, Meta Orion (56:18) - October: iPad Mini 7, M4 Mac mini, iMac, MacBook Pros (59:49) - November: Final Cut, DOJ X Google Case (01:00:02) - December: The Verge Paywall, OpenAI Sora (01:01:11) - Tech Winner of 2024 ★ Support this podcast ★
In a special holiday crossover episode, Jason Aten joins Stephen and Nate for Movies on the Side! You can hear more Movies in the Side at mots.fm and catch out bonus episodes in Apple Podcasts and Patreon:Listen to our bonus episodes on Patreon!Follow Us On:MOTS Instagram  ★ Support this podcast ★
You can now call ChatGPT with a 1-800 number and Jason had a 15 minute conversation with it, Apple’s rumored foldable iPad, the potential U.S. TikTok ban and what it means for creators, and we rank Apple’s 2024 devices and software!Sponsored by:HelloFresh: Get 10 FREE meals across 7 boxes with HelloFresh when you go to: hellofresh.com/freeprimaryData Citizens Dialogues Podcast: Hear firsthand from industry titans, innovators, and executives from some of the world's largest companies as they dive into the hottest topics in data. Watch on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts: collibra.com/us/en/podcastsGet Primary Tech Show Merch!Big thanks to Basic Apple Guy for creating our first run of Primary Tech Merch! Get our PTS OG shirt or hoodie, battery percentage ON/OFF, and The Other Guy at: primarytech.fm/merchWatch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: https://youtu.be/iqVI6qeOoQgJoin the CommunityDiscuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on ThreadsStephen on BlueskyStephen on Mastodon@stephenrobles on XJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on BlueskyJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and SpotifyPodcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fmLinks from the show2024 Apple Tier List - YouTubeOpenAI makes ChatGPT available for phone chatsBlackmagic’s Vision Pro immersive camera can be yours for only $29,995 - The VergeApple’s foldable iPad could be like ‘two iPad Pros side-by-side’ - The VergeiPad Pro for Everything: How I Rethought My Entire Workflow Around the New 11" iPad Pro - MacStoriesElevation Lab TimeCapsule AirTag 10-Year Battery CaseIs TikTok about to get banned in the US? It’s now up to the Supreme Court - 9to5MacThe Algorithm Has Been Hiding Something From You | NYT Opinion - YouTubeAdam Mosseri (@mosseri) • Threads, Say more (00:00) - Intro (02:21) - ChatGPT 1-800 Number (14:43) - Immersive Video Camera (18:38) - Foldable iPad Rumors (23:44) - AirTag Time Capsule (27:35) - U.S. TikTok Ban (43:47) - Creator Perspective on Platforms (44:53) - Sponsor: Data Citizens Dialogues (46:34) - Sponsor: HelloFresh (48:18) - Social Mediapocalypse (56:41) - Apple 2024 Tier List (01:02:45) - Personal Tech: Bandwidth ★ Support this podcast ★
Explore iOS 18.2 features including Visual Intelligence and ChatGPT integration, OpenAI releases Sora publicly with mixed results, Google is taking big swings with quantum chips and Gemini 2.0, plus, a surprise about CES!Sponsored by:Rogue Amoeba: Audio Hijack is simply the best way to record audio on your Mac. Through the end of October, get 20% off Audio Hijack or any Rogue Amoeba bundle when you visit: macaudio.com/primarytech and use the promo code: TECHXX1Password: 1Password Extended Access Management is the first security solution that brings all those unmanaged devices, apps, and identities under your control. Learn more at: 1password.com/primarytechHelloFresh: Get 10 FREE meals across 7 boxes with HelloFresh when you go to: hellofresh.com/freeprimaryGet Primary Tech Show Merch!Big thanks to Basic Apple Guy for creating our first run of Primary Tech Merch! Get our PTS OG shirt or hoodie, battery percentage ON/OFF, and The Other Guy at: primarytech.fm/merchWatch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: https://youtu.be/dgjK1zXsb-sJoin the CommunityDiscuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on ThreadsStephen on BlueskyStephen on Mastodon@stephenrobles on XJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on BlueskyJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and SpotifyPodcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fmLinks from the showiOS 18.2 is OUT with 15+ BIG New Features! Visual Intelligence, ChatGPT, Image Playgrounds - YouTubeMKBHD Reviews Sorasora.comCoca Cola’s AI-Generated Ad Controversy, ExplainedHere's What OpenAI's $200 Monthly ChatGPT Pro Subscription Includes | WIREDYouTube’s new auto-dubbing feature is now available for knowledge-focused content | TechCrunch@chazhutton.bsky.social on BlueskyGoogle introduces Gemini 2.0: A new AI model for the agentic eraGoogle reveals quantum computing chip with ‘breakthrough’ achievements - The VergeWith 4 Words, Google’s CEO Just Fired a Shot at Microsoft Over AIThe FBI’s Dire Warning About Your Messaging Apps Leaves Out 1 Important PointSolos challenges Meta’s Ray-Bans with $299 ChatGPT smart glasses - The VergeGoogle’s AI-powered smart glasses are a little closer to being real - The VergeApple honors 2024 App Store Award winners - Apple (00:00) - Intro (05:46) - iOS 18.2 is Out (06:52) - Visual Intelligence (16:35) - ChatGPT Integration (22:45) - Sponsor: HelloFresh (25:01) - Sponsor: 1Password (26:52) - OpenAI Releases Sora (39:01) - YouTube Auto Dubbing (45:21) - Google Gemini 2.0 (49:06) - Sponsor: Audio Hijack (51:31) - Microsoft vs Google AI Race (57:30) - OpenAI X MSFT Tenous Relationship (01:04:01) - FBI Encryption Warning (01:06:03) - Smart Glasses (01:11:11) - 2024 App Store Awards (01:14:10) - What AIs We Actually Use ★ Support this podcast ★
OpenAI announced 12 days of “shipmas,” likely to include Sora video generator, a new reasoning model, and more; The Verge adds a paid subscription which leads to an existential crises about the future of online content; Google DeepMind creates interactive game-like worlds from a single image; FBI ironically recommends encrypted Messaging apps; and Stephen needs help planning an EV road trip.Sponsored by:Rogue Amoeba: Audio Hijack is simply the best way to record audio on your Mac. Through the end of October, get 20% off Audio Hijack or any Rogue Amoeba bundle when you visit: macaudio.com/primarytech and use the promo code: TECHXXNotion AI: Organize your work and life using Notion AI. Try Notion for free when you go to: notion.com/primarytechnologyHelloFresh: Get 10 FREE meals across 7 boxes with HelloFresh when you go to: hellofresh.com/freeprimaryGet Primary Tech Show Merch!Big thanks to Basic Apple Guy for creating our first run of Primary Tech Merch! Get our PTS OG shirt or hoodie, battery percentage ON/OFF, and The Other Guy at: primarytech.fm/merchWatch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: https://youtu.be/U9rsMgJOsI4Join the CommunityDiscuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on ThreadsStephen on BlueskyStephen on Mastodon@stephenrobles on XJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on BlueskyJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and SpotifyPodcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fmLinks from the show@hansanaw.bsky.social on Bluesky@robgawler.bsky.social on Bluesky@kwabena.bsky.social on BlueskyApple Podcasts names Hysterical the 2024 Show of the Year - AppleTim Cook defends Vision Pro’s sales performance with three words - 9to5MacOpenAI’s 12 days of ‘shipmas’ include Sora and new reasoning model - The VergeOpenAI partners with weapons-maker Anduril on military AI - The Washington PostDeepMind's Genie 2 can generate interactive worlds that look like video games | TechCrunchOpenAI | ChatGPT, Sam Altman, Microsoft, and History | Britannica MoneyHere we go: The Verge now has a subscription - The VergeGoogling Is for Old People. That’s a Problem for Google. - WSJDaring Fireball: U.S. Officials Urge Americans to Use Encrypted Apps, for Texting and Calls, in Wake of Chinese Infiltration of Our Unencryped Telecom NetworkWalmart bought Vizio - The VergeIntel Just Forced Out Its CEO. It’s a Brutal Lesson Every Leader Should Learn (00:00) - Intro (02:32) - Podcasts Wrapped (08:28) - Restart Device Pro Tip (10:14) - Tim Cook on  Vision Pro (13:40) - OpenAI 12 Days Of Shipmas (16:55) - Sponsor: Audio Hijack (19:04) - DeepMind Interactive Worlds (26:07) - The Verge Adds a Paywall (38:39) - Future of Online Content (54:04) - Sponsor: Notion (56:17) - Sponsor: HelloFresh (58:30) - Googling is for Old People (01:00:14) - FBI Urges Message Encryption (01:07:48) - Walmart Acquires Vizio (01:09:40) - Intel CEO Ousted (01:12:28) - Planning EV Trip ★ Support this podcast ★
OpenAI may create it’s own browser to rival Google Chrome, a new test shows more than half of LinkedIn posts are generated by AI, and a huge audience AMA with our top non-techy everyday carries, what 3 Shortcuts would we keep, and more!Sponsored by 1Password1Password Extended Access Management is the first security solution that brings all those unmanaged devices, apps, and identities under your control. Learn more at: 1password.com/primarytechGet Primary Tech Show Merch!Big thanks to Basic Apple Guy for creating our first run of Primary Tech Merch! Get our PTS OG shirt or hoodie, battery percentage ON/OFF, and The Other Guy at: primarytech.fm/merchWatch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: https://youtu.be/LMg3KmsGhpsJoin the CommunityDiscuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on ThreadsStephen on BlueskyStephen on Mastodon@stephenrobles on XJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on BlueskyJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and SpotifyPodcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fmLinks from the showStephen's Amazon Gift Idea ListOpenAI Considers Taking on Google With Browser — The InformationChatGPT for iOS adds new shortcut for using SearchGPTMicrosoft’s Response to Its Major Outage Is the 1 Thing No Company Should Ever DoYes, That Viral LinkedIn Post You Read Was Probably AI-Generated | WIREDZoom drops the ‘video’ from its company name - The VergeAll Those Zoom AI Note-Taking Apps Have Gotten Out of Hand and Are Ruining MeetingsThe Task Knife | Grovemade®  (00:00) - Intro (03:30) - OpenAI Building a Browser (16:31) - Microsoft Outage Fail (24:14) - LinkedIn Is Half AI Posts (29:04) - Zoom AI Rebrand (35:51) - Sponsor: 1Password (38:05) - Stephen's Tech Gift List (40:31) - Audience AMA! ★ Support this podcast ★
Netflix failed at live streaming, hands-on with M4 iMac and nano-texture, the DOJ's demand for Google to sell Chrome, and our top 5 picks for the best holiday tech gifts!Sponsored by:Notion AI: Organize your work and life using Notion AI. Try Notion for free when you go to: notion.com/primarytechnologyData Citizens Dialogue Podcast: Hear firsthand from industry titans, innovators, and executives from some of the world's largest companies as they dive into the hottest topics in data. Watch on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts: collibra.com/us/en/podcastsRogue Amoeba: Audio Hijack is simply the best way to record audio on your Mac. Through the end of October, get 20% off Audio Hijack or any Rogue Amoeba bundle when you visit: macaudio.com/primarytech and use the promo code: TECHXXTech Gift GuideCrucial SSDAnker Magnetic Cable ManagementESR MagSafe Car ChargerEmber Travel MugAirTagAnker Qi2 MagSafe BatteryAirPods 4 ANCMacBook Air M1Nomad Slim USB-C ChargerNomad 3-in-1 ChargerGet Primary Tech Show Merch! Big thanks to Basic Apple Guy for creating our first run of Primary Tech Merch! Get our PTS OG shirt or hoodie, battery percentage ON/OFF, and The Other Guy at: primarytech.fm/merch Watch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: https://youtu.be/0DurKGBkHSAJoin the CommunityDiscuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on ThreadsStephen on BlueskyStephen on Mastodon@stephenrobles on XJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on BlueskyJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and SpotifyPodcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fmLinks from the showPrimary Technology | MerchBoxing Fan Sues Netflix Over Constant Buffering During Jake Paul-Mike Tyson FightLive events on Netflix | Netflix Help CenteriMac Post - @stephenrobles.com on BlueskyM4 Mac mini - The Perfect Home Server! - YouTubeDOJ says Google must sell Chrome to crack open its search monopoly - The VergeWhy the Government's Plan to Force Google to Sell Chrome Won't WorkEcosia - the search engine that plants treesWindows 365 Link is a $349 mini PC that streams Windows from the cloud - The VergeNVIDIA Announces Financial Results for Third Quarter Fiscal 2025 | NVIDIA NewsroomApple is selling Apple News ads directly for the first timeApple Intelligence is for the Stupid Ones - YouTube (00:00) - Intro (01:40) - PTS Merch! (08:12) - Netflix Live Stream Fail (14:57) - M4 iMac with Nano-Texture (22:14) - M4 Mac mini Review (27:07) - Sponsor: Notion (30:00) - Sponsor: Data Citizens Dialogues (31:13) - Plan to Split Up Google (42:20) - Where We Fix The Web (53:08) - Sponsor: Audio Hijack (55:32) - Microsoft's $350 PC (57:19) - The AI + GPU Bubble (01:00:38) - Apple News Ads (01:02:08) - CNET Eviscerates Apple Intelligence (01:03:28) -  Vision Pro Mac Display (01:06:35) - Tech Holiday Gift Guide ★ Support this podcast ★
Apple released Final Cut Pro 11 with Magnetic Mask, caption transcriptions, and more, OpenAI nearing the launch of AI agents to automate user tasks, Apple's AI Home Hub rumored to come soon, the high barrier to enter the smart home world, and Jason’s wrong about his macOS Dock.Sponsored by:MoFT: Get the MoFT Tripod Stand and Invisible Tripod Wallet on SALE for just 7 days when you use promo code primarytechbf10 at: https://bit.ly/4flajsUHelloFresh: Get 10 FREE meals across 7 boxes with HelloFresh when you go to: hellofresh.com/freeprimaryGet Primary Tech Show Merch! Big thanks to Basic Apple Guy for creating our first run of Primary Tech Merch! Get our PTS OG shirt or hoodie, battery percentage ON/OFF, and The Other Guy at: primarytech.fm/merch Watch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: youtube.com/@primarytechshowJoin the CommunityDiscuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on ThreadsStephen on BlueskyStephen on Mastodon@stephenrobles on XJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on BlueskyJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and SpotifyPodcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fmLinks from the showFinal Cut Pro 11 begins a new chapter for video editing on Mac - AppleKino — Pro Video Camera for iPhoneApple’s Find My enables sharing location of lost items with third parties - AppleOpenAI Nears Launch of AI Agents to Automate Tasks For Users - BloombergChatGPT Search Made Me Quit Google for GoodBluesky reaches 15 million users; people look for alternatives to XCroissant AppApple Home Hub Detailed: Apple Intelligence, HomeOS, Square iPad-Like Design - BloombergMark Gurman on Apple AI Home Device - XSonos revenue falls in the aftermath of the company’s messy app debacle - The VergeMeta to Launch Ads on Threads in Early 2025 — The Information (00:00) - Intro (00:58) - Jason At Web Summmit (05:18) - Primary Tech Merch! (08:48) - Final Cut Pro 11 (16:53) - Find My Item Sharing iOS 18.2 (22:27) - Sponsor: MoFT (25:14) - OpenAI Operator Agent (26:01) - SearchGPT Over Google Search (35:51) - Bluesky Makes a Comeback (41:24) - Sponsor: HelloFresh (45:10) - Apple's AI Smart Home Device (49:29) - Barriers to Smart Home (55:11) - Sonos Still Struggling (56:17) - Threads Ads Coming (57:03) - macOS Dock Preferences ★ Support this podcast ★
We review the new M4 Mac mini, pros and cons of nano-texture displays on the new M4 iMac, visionOS 2.2 beta with ultra-wide Mac display mirroring, Apple Intelligence summaries needs improvement, and why ChatGPT Search is giving Google Search a run for its money.Sponsored by:Data Citizens Dialogues PodcastHear firsthand from industry titans, innovators, and executives from some of the world's largest companies as they dive into the hottest topics in data. Watch on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts: collibra.com/us/en/podcastsRogue AmoebaAudio Hijack is simply the best way to record audio on your Mac. Through the end of October, get 20% off Audio Hijack or any Rogue Amoeba bundle when you visit: macaudio.com/primarytech and use the promo code: TECHXXWatch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: https://youtu.be/vZyhbMG-aIMJoin the CommunityDiscuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on Threads@stephenrobles on XStephen on MastodonJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and SpotifyPodcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fmLinks from the showThe M4 Mac mini Is Almost Perfect. There’s Just 1 ProblemThe M4 Mac Mini is Incredible! - YouTubeBelkin Head Strap for Apple Vision Pro - ApplevisionOS 2.2 Beta Adds Wide and Ultrawide Modes to Mac Virtual Display - MacRumorsEverything You Need to Know About iOS 18.2 Apple Intelligence Image Tools - YouTubeChatGPT Search is not OpenAI's 'Google killer' yet | TechCrunchDharmesh Shah on LinkedInA new home for Pixelmator - Pixelmator Blog Radio Station's Attempt to Replace Hosts With AI Ends in Absolute DisasterTesting... (00:00) - Intro (03:56) - M4 Mac mini Review (14:59) - MacBook Pro Nano-Texture (23:46) - Studio Display vs Pro Display XDR (29:23) - Sponsor: Data Citizens Dialogues (30:55) - New  Vision Pro Accessories (37:56) - iOS 18.2 Image Creation Tools (43:46) - Apple Intelligence Notification Summaries (50:58) - Sponsor: Audio Hijack (53:44) - ChatGPT Search (01:03:25) - Apple Acquires Pixelmator (01:16:25) - Jason Bought a 3-in-1 Charger ★ Support this podcast ★
Apple releases the new M4 iMac, completely redesigned M4 Mac mini, and new M4 Pro + M4 Max MacBook Pros with a nano-texture display option. Plus, we explore iOS 18.2 beta with Image Playgrounds, Netflix Moments allow users to share clips of movies and shows, tech earnings driven by AI, and Stephen bricks his iPad Pro.Sponsored by:Data Citizens Dialogues Podcast: Hear firsthand from industry titans, innovators, and executives from some of the world's largest companies as they dive into the hottest topics in data. Watch on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts: collibra.com/us/en/podcastsNotion AI: Organize your work and life using Notion AI. Try Notion for free when you go to: notion.com/primarytechnologyRogue Amoeba: Audio Hijack is simply the best way to record audio on your Mac. Through the end of October, get 20% off Audio Hijack or any Rogue Amoeba bundle when you visit: macaudio.com/primarytech and use the promo code: TECHXXWatch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: youtube.com/@primarytechshowJoin the CommunityDiscuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on Threads@stephenrobles on XStephen on MastodonJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and SpotifyPodcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fmLinks from the showWall Genie | thatvirtualboyiMac Announcement - October 28 - YouTubeiMac - iMac Technical Specifications - AppleIntroducing the all-new Mac mini | Apple - YouTubeMac mini - Technical Specifications - Apple@stephenrobles • Mac Studio Threads Post • ThreadsWhat you need to know about Thunderbolt 5 | MacworldWith the New M4 Mac mini Apple Is Just Showing OffMacBook Pro - Tech Specs - AppleApple Just Quietly Updated the 2-Year Old M2 MacBook Air. It’s the Most Brilliant Thing I’ve Seen Yet@stephenrobles • Ok, well, I finally got Image Playgrounds…and I immediately regret everything • ThreadsOpenAI will start using AMD chips and could make its own AI hardware in 2026 - The VergeOpenAI plans Orion AI model release for December - The VergeNetflix Just Announced Its Smartest Idea Yet. Customers Are Going to Love It‎Nintendo Music on the App Store (00:00) - Intro (04:51) - M4 IMac + iOS 18.1 (11:50) - M4 Mac mini (28:31) - Sponsor: Audio Hijack (31:33) - M4 Pro/Max MacBook Pro (40:00) - MacBook Air Update (45:04) - Sponsor: Notion AI (47:27) - Sponsor: Data Citizens Dialogue (49:03) - iOS 18.2 Image Playgrounds (56:30) - Tech Earnings Powered By AI (01:00:45) - Netflix Moments (01:04:01) - Nintendo Music App (01:04:58) - Stephen Bricked His iPad ★ Support this podcast ★
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