The Talk Show With John Gruber

184: ‘Hubbo Is in Decline’ With Merlin Mann

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The one and only Merlin Mann returns to the show. Topics include modern plumbing technology and product marketing, the intricate ordeal of switching from iCloud’s old two-step authentication to the modern two-factor authentication, and the future of voice-driven UI/AI. Also, a wee bit of follow-up on our post-election November 9 Holiday Party.

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    • American Standard VorMax anti-splatter flush technology.
      • “Clinger”.
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    • Halfway through this one they flush something soft and brown.
    • Michael Heilemann: “When did Siri figure out to not activate two iCloud connected devices with ‘Hey Siri’ at the same time?”
    • My YouTube video showing how best to remove AirPods from their case.
    • Do By Friday: Excellent new(ish) podcast hosted by Merlin, Alex Cox, and Max Temkin, whose names have an average of one “x” per host.

      • This episode of The Talk Show was edited by Caleb Sexton.

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