John Martellaro and Andrew Orr join Jeff Gamet to talk about Tim Cook’s Vice interview, plus they explore John’s new found love for the iPhone XS Max’s giant screen.
iPhone XS Max
Why Apple Made the iPhone XS Max and Why I Fell in Love With It
John has a new iPhone XS Max. He loves it. It’s not too big. He explains.
Apple Commercial for iPhone XS Max: 'Everything You Love Just Got Bigger'
Apple released a new commercial Friday called Growth Spurt. It has a catchy tune (“Catch My Breath” by Confidence Man) and some cool effects, but I don’t love it. I think it’s because I don’t buy into the central premise of the piece—that the things you take a picture of grow in real life—and how that directly connects to the iPhone XS Max’s existence. And to be fair Apple brings it home in the fadeout shot as the iPhone XS Max grows larger behind the iPhone XS. I usually love Apple’s spots, so this is a rare miss for me. What do you think?
Apple vs. Facebook: One of Those Companies Won't Let You Read This
Dictating which news you’re allowed to see stems from Facebook’s corrupted business model. Apple, in contrast, does things in a very subtle, different way. Which company shall endure?
Cool Stuff Found
PSA: You Can't Use Two CDMA SIMs in the New iPhones
The new iPhones introduced eSIM technology into the line for the first time. But you can’t use two CDMA SIMs in your device.
Apple's iPhone XS Max is a Winner. For Now
Those who have an iPhone X have little incentive to upgrade to an iPhone XS. But the iPhone XS Max appears to be a winner. At least until pre-orders start for the iPhone XR.
How to Pair a New Apple Watch When You Also Have a New iPhone
There are a specific number of steps to take in a certain order to ensure you don’t lose any information when you pair a new Apple Watch.
Want to Play with a 3D iPhone XS on your iPhone? Apple Has a Site for That
Apple has a cool mini website to show off the iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max. Just load it up in Safari or Chrome on your mobile phone and you can spin the new iPhone models around by tilting your display. Phone specs pop up as the iPhones twirl around so you can learn more about them, plus you can choose which model you’re looking at, and the phone color, too. It’s a pretty cool was to explore the iPhone XS and XS Max.
Podcasts
5 iOS 12 AR Apps to Test Your New Camera
If you’ve purchased an iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, or iPhone XR, we’ve roundup up some iOS 12 AR apps to test that new camera.
How Apple Made the A12 Bionic Chip
Wired has a great article about how Apple made the A12 Bionic Chip. The A12 processor is even more powerful than its predecessor.
Apple Watch ECG, iPhone XS eSIM Explained - TMO Daily Observations 2018-09-17
Dave Hamilton and John Martellaro join Jeff Gamet to explore the ECG feature in Apple Watch Series 4, plus they explain dual SIM and eSIM in iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max.
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The Best (and Worst) iPhone XS, XR & Apple Watch Reporting
These days, it’s all about discovering the key features of Apple’s newest iPhones — and Apple Watches. And then decide. John looks some of the best and worst reporting out there.
Here Are The Countries That Support eSIM in the new iPhones
An eSIM makes it easier to switch between carriers. But right now only ten countries in the world support it.
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Upgrading from an iPhone X? You May Pay More than You Expect
Since iPhone X pre-orders didn’t start until the end of October you’ll have to pay off the part of your phone’s cost that’s still outstanding, which could be several hundred dollars.