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Last week was Apple's WWDC week and the we discuss the ramifications of Apple deciding to part ways with Intel.

But first, Brett has a new app to track his Shoes, Bo is impressed with the PS5 console design, and we have new Special Edition Album art to discuss.

Please feel free to send us any feedback, questions, or topic suggestions on Twitter @ActiveDiscourse.

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Infinity Train

In March Apple announced expanded cursor support for iPadOS and a new Magic Keyboard case to go with it. At that same time, Bo purchased a Keychron K4. Brett and Bo have had about a month of use with both devices and have a review and opinions to share for each.

Thanks for listening to Active Discourse. We'll be back next month to discuss the predictions for WWDC as well as outcome of WWDC. But in the meantime, we are always interested in any feedback, questions, or topic requests so feel free to send us an email at [email protected] or send us a tweet at ActiveDiscourse.

Android TV to be rebranded as Google TV

Keychron K4

Windows PowerToys

Hello again! We split our recording session into two episodes this month.

We start every episode with follow-up and this is no exception. We start with a quick discussing the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite.

And then we dig into what Bo and Brett hope to see out of their respective platforms in 2020. Brett goes on a few brief rants and Bo is nostalgic for the good ole days. And both believe that their music apps of choice have a lot of room for improvement.

We have stickers available and for free. Reach out to us via email or via Twitter to let us know if you’d like one. While you are there please feel free to let us know any comments, feedback, questions, or if you would just like to say hi from Quarantine, Please feel free to email us at [email protected] or follow ActiveDiscourse on twitter.

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Month 2 of #QuarantineContent

Last month Brett started his free trial to Apple News+ and today he shares his full review of the service. Apple released a new iPhone SE and OnePlus released their OnePlus 8 series. And lastly, Microsoft’s Chrome-based Edge or “Credge” as it is sometimes called, took the second place spot in desktop web traffic.

Bo and Brett had a lot of follow-up and small-topics this month. But they also had a full segment lined up as well. So the episode was split this month and you’ll get a second dose of Active Discourse next week.

We have stickers available and for free. Reach out to us via email or via Twitter to let us know if you’d like one. While you are there please feel free to let us know any comments, feedback, questions, or if you would just like to say hi from Quarantine, Please feel free to email us at [email protected] or follow ActiveDiscourse on twitter.

After a brief update about Covid-19, Bo and Brett attempt to distract you from the worries of the world by talking about the tech news of March 2020. The duo discuss the early confirmed specs of next generation gaming consoles, specifically regarding backwards compatibility and sheer speed. Apple also recently released a new iPad, MacBook Air and a surprise launch of cursor support for iPadOS.

Bo and Brett wish you support and safety during this strange time in our society. We still have stickers available, please feel free to reach out if you'd like one!

Also, if you would like to share any comments, feedback, questions, or if you would just like to say hi from Quarantine, Please feel free to email us at [email protected] or follow ActiveDiscourse on twitter.

Let us know what hobbies you going to dig into during the quarantine?

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Magic Keyboard and Trackpad for iPad Pro Demo

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https://kurzgesagt.org/

Kurzgesagt: Coronaviruse Explained & What You Should Do

Kurzgesagt: Microbiome

Kurzgesagt: Black Hole in Your Pocket

Happy Leap Day 2020! Bo and Brett each had a surprise topic to talk about. Bo's girlfriend bought an Apple Watch and she uses it in a unique environment that leave both Bo and Brett unsure how it will hold up.

And we made Holographic Stickers! If you would like one, reach out to us at [email protected] or on Twitter @ActiveDiscourse

PICKLE RICK!!!

The day has come, the Samsung Galaxy S20 is real and ready to order, but will Bo order one? We dig into a few alternatives to the Galaxy S20 series, Brett share his opinion on how the S20 will market against the competitors, and we wrap up with some cats and cameras.

We last spoke about the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 in October after Bo made his sudden purchase. Today, Brett has follow up questions to address. The two discuss how Bo uses his Galaxy Tab S6 on a day to day basis, the apps that grace his tablet, and opinions on the future of Android Tablets.

We now own ActiveDiscourse.com, feel free to check out our alpha site! We are also now on Twitter, follow us at ActiveDiscourse.

Please feel free to share your opinions, feedback, or topic requests to [email protected]

Bo and Brett have opinions to share about the weird products that appeared at CES 2020. They discuss the small quality of life updates for the Nest Home hub, all the great Samsung TV’s, and the Razer Kishi. Closing the episode out, Bo reminds us of the very use-case specific devices Charmin brought to CES.

Please feel free to share your opinions, feedback, or topic requests to [email protected]

PS - We are also curious to know what the industry standard alternative to Gmail is. Let us know!

Brett bought and returned a HomePod and is fired up about it. Brett triggers Siri several times throughout the episode, don't listen to this episode on a loud speaker for your own sanity. Bo shares his condolences.

Please feel free to share your opinions, feedback, or topic requests by emailing us at [email protected]

This episode uses the Light Mode version of our artwork. Enjoy!