Spoiler alert: Sometimes the Mountain Dew wins, folks, but you knew that already. That’s OK, this episode is chock full of Cool Stuff Found, Quick Tips, plus your questions answered about all sorts of issues. Listen as John and Dave — your two favorite geeks — take you on this ride so you can learn at least five new things!
Security Friday: App Tracking Transparency and More – TMO Daily Observations 2021-02-05
Andrew Orr joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss Security Friday news and updates, and explains Private Click Measurement and why it matters.
Award Nominations, Corporate Sanctioned Shade – TMO Daily Observations 2021-02-04
Charlotte Henry joins host Kelly Guimont to chat Apple’s latest TV+ nominations and what Apple means when they talk about privacy (it’s Facebook).
Gambling and Mobile Apps and You – TMO Daily Observations 2021-02-03
Bryan Chaffin joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss gambling apps, and how the stance on gambling differs based on where you are in the world.
How Apple Might Get into the Subscription Audio Business? — Media+
Tom Webster of Edison Research joins host Charlotte Henry to discuss the rumored launch of Podcasts+. How would Apple go about getting into the subscription audio business? And should it?
New Improved MaskID Unlocking – TMO Daily Observations 2021-02-02
Dave Hamilton and Charlotte Henry join host Kelly Guimont to discuss recent software updates and a beta that can change how your phone unlocks.
Media Monday with Music Tips – TMO Daily Observations 2021-02-01
Andrew Orr and Charlotte Henry join host Kelly Guimont to discuss the latest Media Monday news, and a couple of tips for the Music apps.
Spam, Your Privacy, Cool Stuff Found & More — Mac Geek Gab 855
What’s your spam workflow? How do you know if your favorite podcast is selling your data? Want to hear about some Cool Stuff Found? Good news, your two favorite geeks talk through all this and more! Listen as John and Dave answer your questions and do their level best to ensure everyone learns at least five new things each week. Press play and enjoy!
Security Friday: App Transparency and Dots – TMO Daily Observations 2021-01-29
Andrew Orr and Jeff Butts join host Kelly Guimont to discuss Security Friday news including iOS updates and apps, and that dot on your iPhone.
Apple Wearables: A Fortune 120 Company – TMO Daily Observations 2021-01-28
Bryan Chaffin joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss Apple’s earnings report, the stock market’s reaction, and how Watches + Headphones = Macy’s.
Updates Ahoy! – TMO Daily Observations 2021-01-27
Charlotte Henry and Andrew Orr join host Kelly Guimont to discuss why the latest iOS update is very important to install, and a look ahead at earnings.
The Apple TV+ Freeloading Dilemma — Media+
Author, blogger, and podcaster Dan Moren joins Charlotte Henry to discuss the Apple TV+ freeloading problem. Almost nobody is paying for the service. Very few want to. How can Apple make money from streaming?
Apple Leadership Shuffle – TMO Daily Observations 2021-01-26
Bryan Chaffin and Charlotte Henry join host Kelly Guimont to discuss new changes in Apple Leadership and speculate on the new regime.
This is Where it Gets Sticky – TMO Daily Observations 2021-01-25
Charlotte Henry and Andrew Orr join host Kelly Guimont to discuss a new advisory on MagSafe magnets, and the new Time To Walk in Fitness+.
Headphone Safety, Big Sur, & Geek Challenges — Mac Geek Gab 854
Big Sur continues to mature…and it continues to have some pesky little issues, too. Never fear, your two favorite geeks are here to answer your questions and help solve your problems. Listen as John and Dave talk through Big Sur, Headphone Safety, and share some Geek Challenges of yours with the Mac Geek Gab family. Press play and enjoy learning at least…five new things!
Security Friday, Google Alternatives – TMO Daily Observations 2021-01-21
Andrew Orr joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss the latest Security Friday news, and alternatives to some Google services (now including Fitbit).
Headphone Evolution in 2021 – TMO Daily Observations 2021-01-21
Dave Hamilton joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss the state of headphones after CES2021 announcements, and the evolution of noise cancellation.
HomePod mini, Arcade, and Waiting for M-Processor Macs, with Bob LeVitus - ACM 542
Bryan Chaffin and Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus have both spent time with the HomePod mini, and they offer their thoughts on what it sounds like, where it’s useful, and who should consider it. They also talk about the value of Apple’s Arcade, especially now that it’s part of Apple One. They also talk about the power of Apple’s new M1 Macs, and discuss if people should buy Intel Macs at all any more.
Apple Watch Tip Bonanza! – TMO Daily Observations 2021-01-20
Charlotte Henry and Bryan Chaffin join host Kelly Guimont to discuss their Apple Watches, and tips and tricks they have picked up and want to share.
TV+ Tuesday, Rumor Chat – TMO Daily Observations 2021-01-19
Charlotte Henry and Andrew Orr join host Kelly Guimont to discuss the latest TV+ news and (subscription) updates, and some new hardware rumors.
My Home is my Studio — Media+
BBC Tech Reporter Zoe Kleinman joins Charlotte Henry to discuss the reality of reporting from home. Have reporters become influencers? They also look at Zoe’s reporting on how WhatsApp can be an (unreliable) news channel.
Media Monday with Our Senior Oprah Correspondent – TMO Daily Observations 2021-01-18
Charlotte Henry joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss Google possibly competing against Fitness+ with Fitbit, and the latest in Oprah-based news.
Remote Reflections from CES — Mac Geek Gab 853
Your two favorite geeks “went” to CES last week, and have some stories to share. Cool Stuff Found abounds, as well as some thoughts on this year’s trends. Of course, they didn’t leave home, so they still had time to answer your questions, find some Quick Tips, and make a show out of it all. Press play and listen as John and Dave help us all to learn at least five new things!
Security Friday: Encryption Updates, Reviewing Permissions – TMO Daily Observations 2021-01-15
Andrew Orr joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss Security Friday news and how January is a good time to review all those Sign In With… buttons.