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The Mac Observer's Daily Observations Podcast
Join Ken Ray each weekday as he assembles a panel of TMO staffers and contributors to talk through the iPhone and other Apple stories and news of the day. Quick, informative, and entertaining. Make Daily Observations a part of your day!
Episodes
Crash and Bumble Bantr - TMO Daily Observations 2022-10-11
While Apple’s Crash Detection may seem pretty amazing, it’s even more involved than most people know. TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts joins Ken to talk over some new information from Apple execs about the safety feature. Plus – Apple TV+ blurs the line between fiction and reality with a little Bumble Bantr.
Considering the Portless iPhone and Riding Rollercoasters for Science! TMO Daily Observations 2022-10-10
Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman thinks USB-C won’t last long on iPhone, and that Apple will make it a portless device in the relatively near future. TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts agrees, while Ken is not so sure. Then, it turns out rollercoasters CAN set off Apple’s Crash Detection. We’ll talk about that on this happy Monday edition of The Mac Observer’s Daily Observations.
Welcome to Innovation Flats - TMO Daily Observations 2022-10-07
There’s a growing argument that there’s not enough difference between Apple’s A15 and A16 to call the new one “A16”. On the product side, a former Apple exec argues that Apple is no longer innovating, replacing the truly new with boredom and a side of fear. TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts joins Ken to talk both issues on the Daily Observations.
A Timepiece Explodes and Time Marches On - TMO Daily Observations 2022-10-06
TMO’s Nick deCourville joins The Daily Observations to share the story of an exploding Apple Watch Series 7. Then he and Ken mark the anniversary of Steve Jobs’ passing and wonder who will lead Apple after Tim Cook.
Covering All the Gs with RCR Wireless News Editor Peter Cohen - TMO Daily Observations 2022-10-05
Earlier this week, JP Morgan’s Samik Chatterjee said that 5G was one of the biggest drivers for iPhone upgrades this season. That started Ken on a slew of questions he hoped RCR Wireless News Editor Peter Cohen (@petercohenrcr) might be able to answer. Predictably, it led to more questions.
Letting the Dust Settle on iPhone 14 Plus and Emancipation - TMO Daily Observations 2022-10-04
TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts joins Ken to talk about the sudden wait for iPhone 14 Plus orders. Also – discussing Apple’s release plans for the Antoine Fuqua/Will Smith film “Emancipation.”
Testing Crash Detection and Anticipating AR and VR - TMO Daily Observations 2022-10-03
In the wake of a tragic accident in Nebraska detected by Crash Detection, host Ken Ray and TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts talk over testing Apple’s safety feature. Plus – Tim Cook is driving Ken insane with his tests of augmented reality and virtual reality.
Bad Vibes on Wall Street and Good Vibes "As Seen on TV" - TMO Daily Observations 2022-09-30
TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts wraps the week with us, talking ugly repercussions from a BofA downgrade, a crass comment from a (now former) Apple exec, and – as a palate cleanser – television.
An Intervention Call and a Secret Science Project - TMO Daily Observations 2022-09-29
Two guests on today’s show. First, financial analyst Rob Black joins Ken to discuss Bloomberg’s midweek article that has Apple reducing iPhone orders. Then, TMO’s Nick deCourville reveals his Apple Watch SEcret science project.
Things You Should Not Do with Your Apple Watch Ultra - TMO Daily Observations 2022-09-28
Mac Geek Gab co-host Dave Hamilton is a watch guy. He joins us to talk the fixability of Apple Watch Ultra and watch wearing in general. Plus – So you want to destroy… I mean “stress test” and Apple Watch Ultra. Dave and Ken discuss ways they’d go about it, but we want to hear from you! How would YOU destroy… I mean “stress test” an Apple Watch Ultra? Let us know: [email protected] or @tmodaily on Twitter.
iPhone and Prices and India and Oprah - TMO Daily Observations 2022-09-27
iPhone ASPs are headed higher – not once, but twice! Plus iPhone 14 production starts in India and Oprah and Apple TV+ redefine the nature of their association. TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts joins us to break it all down.
The Super Bowl Halftime Magic Show - TMO Daily Observations 2022-09-26
Jeff Butts, Managing Editor of The Mac Observer, joins us today to talk about Apple Music’s sponsorship of 2023’s Super Bowl Halftime Show. Plus, who said anything about moving for iPhone 14 Pro’s Dynamic Island? So much magic!
A Day with iPhone 14 Pro and Apple Squishes Bugs - TMO Daily Observations 2022-09-23
Mac Observer managing editor Jeff Butts talks about his new iPhone 14 Pro — what he got, why he got it, and how it’s going. Plus — a small OS update from Apple that squishes several bugs.
Buying Watches and Detecting Crashes with Nick deCourville - TMO Daily Observations 2022-09-22
The Mac Observer’s Nick deCourville joins us today to talk about buying his Apple Watch SE and his fascination with Crash Detection. Plus, a reminder to make sure Fall Detection is turned ON on your Apple Watch.
Looking at iPhone 14 Pro Sales and Stating the Obvious - TMO Daily Observations 2022-09-21
Dave Hamilton, host of “Mac Geek Gab” and “Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast,” joins the show to talk iPhone 14 Pro sales as well as his personal iPhone 14 Pro experience. Plus – we make statements about stating the obvious!
Reconsidering iPhone 14 and Jeff's Big Bug Hunt - TMO Daily Observations 2022-09-20
TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts joins us to talk shifting orders for IPhone 14 Pro and reasons to reconsider iPhone 14. Plus, the big bug hunt continues, and Ken tries his hands at marketing.
A Look at iPhone 14 Pre-Orders and Who's the New Guy? - TMO Daily Observations 2022-09-19
Jeff Butts, Managing Editor of The Mac Observer, joins new host Ken Ray to talk over pre-orders and wait times for the iPhone 14 line. Also, who’s this new host person?
Security Friday: News and a Protection Checklist – TMO Daily Observations 2022-02-25
Jeff Butts and Andrew Orr join host Kelly Guimont to discuss this week’s security news, and some tips for better online safety.
Thursdays with Bob: (Lack of) Tech Support – TMO Daily Observations 2022-02-24
Dr Mac joins host Kelly Guimont for this week’s Rants and Raves, which falls on the “rants” end of the spectrum.
Focus Mode and Thwarted Criminals – TMO Daily Observations 2022-02-23
Jeff Butts and Andrew Orr join host Kelly Guimont to discuss a (resolved) hostage situation in Amsterdam, and some tips for Focus Mode setup.
Gossip Factories and Other Manufacturing – TMO Daily Observations 2022-02-22
Jeff Butts and host Kelly Guimont chat about rumored improvements to 5G in iPhones, and talk about the appearance of new hardware in 2022.
BBEdit and Shortcuts and You – TMO Daily Observations 2022-02-21
Rich Siegel from Bare Bones Software joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss the newest features in BBEdit, including support for Shortcuts.
Security Friday: Actually Some Good News – TMO Daily Observations 2022-02-18
Andrew Orr and Kelly Guimont discuss the Security Friday news of the week including deepfake scams and nefarious AirTag schemes.