Apple Bitz XL w/ Brian Tong

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Apple Bitz XL is everything good and bad inside the world of Apple from tech host Brian Tong. He brings on special guests and gives his raw honest take while having fun after covering and working for Apple for over 20 years.

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Apple Bitz XL w/ Brian Tong episodes:

04.21.2024
Game Emulators Come To iPhone! Plus, iPad Air, the M4 Chip And More! (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 303)
Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now The App Store opens up to Game Emulators. You can now play Nintendo games on your iPhone and it's awesome. Plus, the latest iPad Air rumors, The future of the M4 chip for Macs, and...
04.06.2024
iPad Pro Details, Vision Pro Spatial Persona & Apple's Making Robots? (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 302)
Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. Apple Vision Pro levels up with the new Spatial Persona feature. The latest iPad Pro details and potential release date. Plus, is Apple working on their own Robot? You can help support this show and my...
03.23.2024
The US Department Of Justice Has Sued Apple. Plus, An Interview w/ Joz! (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 301)
Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. Apple Bitz XL listeners get 15% off unlimited access to every class at masterclass.com/applebitz The US has sued Apple for an illegal monopoly over smartphones. Special Guest and General Counsel Gil Cabrera jumps on the show...
03.13.2024
M3 MacBook Air Review & The Downfall of Apple Car w/ Mark Gurman (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 300)
Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. Special Guest Bloomberg's Mark Gurman joins the pod to talk about the M3 Macbook Air, Artificial Intelligence, and what really happened with the Apple Car Project. You can help support this show and my independent work...
03.03.2024
R.I.P. Apple Car Project. Plus, The 'Other' Projects Apple Is Exploring (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 299)
The Apple Car Project has been canceled. What went wrong during its 10 years behind the scenes? Everything. Plus, what other 'projects' are Apple working on? And iOS 17.4 is right around the corner. You can help support this show and...
02.17.2024
Generative A.I. For iPhone 16/16 Pro & iOS 18 Is Coming In A Big Way (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 298)
Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. It's all about generative A.I. for the iPhone 16/16 Pro and iOS 18. An improved Neural Engine and new software features will define the iPhone in 2024. Plus, Apple's OLED display transition is expected to...
02.08.2024
The Apple Vision Pro In-Depth Review w/ Ray Wong (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 297)
Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. Special Guest Ray Wong from Inverse joins the pod to breakdown all the good and bad for the Apple Vision Pro. This one goes deep, but we really get into the nuance and what this...
02.03.2024
The Apple Vision Pro Is Here! (Apple Bitz Xl, Ep. 296)
Special Guest Gil Cabrera joins the pod to talk all about the launch of the Apple Vision Pro and what's top of mind after watching the first batch of reviews, including mine. It's finally here, so where can it go...
01.22.2024
Apple Vision Pro - What We Learned After Pre-Orders + iPhone 16 News! (Apple Bitz XL. Ep. 295)
Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. We learned a whole lot about Apple Vision Pro after the pre-orders opened and Apple finally posted the tech specs for us to pick apart. I'll breakdown every detail we found out and there's so...
01.07.2024
What To Expect From Apple in 2024 (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 294)
Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. It's everything big we expect to see from Apple in 2024 with Special Guest Gil Cabrera! And yes the Apple Vision Pro will be the main attraction but it will be a big year for...
12.29.2023
Apple 2023: The Year In Review (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 293)
Thanks Notion! Try Notion AI for free when you go to Notion.com/applebitz Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. It's the year in review for Apple. Special Guest Ray Wong from Inverse joins the pod. What did Apple do right? Where did they...
12.24.2023
My Latest Hands-On w/ Apple Vision Pro at Apple Park (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 292)
It's my in-depth experience from my latest visit to Apple Park and my third hands-on time with the Apple Vision Pro. I got to see what my own Spatial Video looked like, and experience new features like new Environments and...
12.15.2023
iOS 17.2 Is Officially Here! Plus, New iPads & MacBook Airs in March 2024? (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 291)
Right now you can get Two Memberships for the Price of One at MASTERCLASS.com/APPLEBITZ Thanks Notion! Try Notion AI for free when you go to Notion.com/applebitz Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. iOS 17.2 is here with the new Journal App, Spatial Video,...
11.25.2023
iPhone 16/16 Pro Rumors + Spatial Video in the Apple Vision Pro (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 290)
Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. Thanks Notion! Try Notion AI for free when you go to Notion.com/applebitz I'll walk through my experience at Apple Park recording Spatial Video and putting on the Apple Vision Pro for the second time. What's Different?...
11.16.2023
New features in the iOS 17.2 beta & iPad will be a priority in 2024 (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 289)
Apple Bitz XL listeners get 15% off unlimited access to every class at masterclass.com/applebitz The iPhone 14 lineup gets Emergency SOS via satellite for free for another year, A.I. is a priority for iOS 18 and Apple's other operating systems. Plus,...
11.04.2023
What Apple Didn't Tell You About the M3 Chip for MacBook Pros (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 288)
Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. Everything Apple announced and what they didn't tell you about the new M3 MacBook Pro's and the new M3 iMac. Plus, say goodbye to an old friend, and iOS 17.2 features you can expect to...
10.28.2023
The 'Scary Fast' Apple Event Preview w/ Mark Gurman (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 287)
AppleBitz XL listeners get 15% off unlimited access to every class at masterclass.com/applebitz It's the in-depth Preview for Apple's 'Scary Fast' October 30th Event with Bloomberg's Mark Gurman who was the one who broke the story. We're expecting a new M3...
10.22.2023
New M3 Macs Coming This Month & A Foldable iPad in 2024? (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 286)
Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. New Macs are incoming by the end of October. Apple announces the new Apple Pencil USB-C, reports claim. Plus, we could see Apple's new Foldable iPad, a new 12.9-inch iPad Air, and new iPad Pro's...
10.14.2023
What does Google's CEO think about challenging the iPhone? I asked him (Apple Bitz Xl, Ep. 285)
Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. My exclusive interview with Google CEO Sundar Pichai about their approach to phones and what they can do as a challenger to the iPhone. Plus, Apple Watch X rumors, M3 Macs coming in early 2024,...
10.07.2023
iOS 17.0.3 fixes iPhone 15 Pro Overheating Issues (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 284)
Apple releases the iOS 17.0.3 update to fix the iPhone 15 Pro overheating issues that some users have been experiencing. The iOS 17.1 beta brings new features, and we remember the 12th Anniversary of Steve Jobs passing. You can help support...
09.23.2023
Reviews! iPhone 15/15 Pro, Apple Watch Series 9/Ultra 2 & AirPods Pro 2! (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 283)
It's review season! Special Guest Ray Wong joins the show for a back-and-forth breakdown and review of Apple's newest hardware for the Fall! Who does the iPhone 15 and 15 Pro make the most sense to upgrade for? Did the...
09.16.2023
Reactions to the iPhone 15/15 Pro & Apple Watch Series 9/Ultra 2! (Apple Bitz Xl, Ep. 282)
It's a special Apple Bitz XL Podcast from The 'Wonderlust' in Apple's Podcast Studio at Apple Park! YouTubers UrAvgConsumer (Judner Aura), Krystal Lora, and Cherlynn Low from Engadget join the pod for their reactions and impressions of the new...
09.09.2023
iPhone 15/15 Pro & Apple Watch Series 9/Ultra 2: The Final Rumors (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 281)
FACTORMeals.com/applebitz50 and use code applebitz50 to get 50% off. Special Guest Gil Cabrera joins the pod to talk about the final rumors before Apple's big iPhone 15/15 Pro Event. Where are you on a scale of 1-10 at when it comes...
09.03.2023
What To Expect at Apple's iPhone 15/15 Pro & Apple Event on September 12th (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 280)
Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. It's everything we have heard and everything we know leading into Apple's 'Wonderlust' Fall Event. We know the iPhone 15 & 15 Pro lineup will be announced. We're also expecting the new Apple Watch Series...
08.22.2023
iPhone 15 'Ultra' Is The New Pro Max + Apple Watch X: The Next Big Upgrade (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 279)
Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. The iPhone 15 'Ultra' reports are back and could be the name change for the iPhone 15 Pro Max. Plus, the Apple Watch X will be the next significant upgrade with the Series 9 and...
08.12.2023
The A17 Chip Specs Leak And It's only for the 15 Pro/Pro Max (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 278)
Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. FACTOR75.com/applebitz50 and use code applebitz50 to get 50% off. It looks like the Apple iPhone Event will happen on September the 12th. New details about the A17 chip, how different will the new Apple Watch models...
08.07.2023
Report: iPhone 15 Event to be held on September 12th or 13th! (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 277)
FACTOR75.com/applebitz50 and use code applebitz50 to get 50% off. A Bloomberg report says Apple's iPhone Event will be held on September 12th or 13th. We also expect to see the new Apple Watch Series 9, the next-gen Apple Watch Ultra, and...
08.01.2023
iPhone 15 Pro To Cost More? Plus, New Color For Apple Watch Ultra? (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 276)
Visit sanebox.com/applebitz today to start your free trial and get a $25 credit The latest iPhone 15 Pro details! Is Apple going to raise the price? What's going to actually be different? Will the Apple Watch Ultra get a new color...
07.21.2023
iPhone 15 Lineup to Bring Stacked Battery Tech! Plus, M3 Macs in October! (Apple Bitz XL, Ep 275)
Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. Apple's iPhone 15 could bring an all-new stacked battery tech that we've seen in electric vehicles and other appliances. Plus, the next-gen Apple M3 chip could arrive in Macs as early as October! You can help...
07.14.2023
iOS 17 & watchOS 10 Public Betas are out! iPhone 15 & Vision Pro Updates!(Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 274)
FACTOR75.com/applebitz50 and use code applebitz50 to get 50% off. Visit sanebox.com/applebitz today to start your free trial and get a $25 credit Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. Go to Zocdoc.com/applebitz and download the Zocdoc app to sign-up for FREE and book a...
06.25.2023
15-Inch M2 MacBook Air & M2 Ultra Mac Studio Review w/ iPhonedo (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 273)
Visit sanebox.com/applebitz today to start your free trial and get a $25 credit Special Guest iPhonedo joins the pod for our 15-inch M2 MacBook Air Review, and his M2 Ultra Mac Studio Review as well. Plus, what it's like going to...
06.19.2023
The New 15-inch M2 MacBook Air Is Exactly What You Expect (Apple Bitz Xl, Ep. 272)
Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. The latest benchmarks and reviews support exactly what you think about the new 15-inch M2 Macbook Air. It's a 13-inch MacBook Air with a bigger display. But it's also a little more than that. Plus,...
06.07.2023
The Apple Vision Pro - Reactions from Tech YouTubers! (Apple Bitz XL Podcast, Ep. 271)
Visit sanebox.com/applebitz today to start your free trial and get a $25 credit. It's a special Apple Bitz XL Podcast from WWDC 23 in Apple's Podcast Studio at Apple Park! YouTubers UrAvgConsumer (Judner Aura), Krystal Lora, Techmeout, and Cherlynn Low...
06.06.2023
I Used Apple Vision Pro For 45 Minutes And It Blew My Mind (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 270)
This is a special bonus episode and my raw reactions after my hands-on demo with the Apple Vision Pro from WWDC 23. Does it mean I'm going to get one? They still have 6-9 months or even more to make...
06.03.2023
The Final WWDC 23 Rumors! New Apple VR Headset Details & New Macs! (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 269)
Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. It's the final rumors and reports just days before WWDC 23 happens on June 5th at 10AM Pacific Time. All-New Apple VR Headset details, developers are getting on board and new Mac Studio's and the...
05.26.2023
WWDC 23 Preview w/ Mark Gurman (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 268)
Visit sanebox.com/applebitz today to start your free trial and get a $25 credit Bloomberg's Mark Gurman joins the pod to talk about everything we can expect to see at WWDC 23. He's been at the forefront of reporting on the new...
05.20.2023
The Apple AR/VR Headset Survey - Breaking Down Your Responses (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 267)
Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. Go to Zocdoc.com/applebitz and download the Zocdoc app to sign-up for FREE and book a top-rated doctor. It's your responses to my Apple 'Reality Pro' Headset Survey! Special Guest Gil Cabrera, a friend of the show,...
05.14.2023
Final Cut Pro & Logic Pro on iPad Reactions! iPhone 16 Pro Bigger Screens? (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 266)
Get started with Issuu today for FREE or if you sign up for a premium account you will get 50% off when you go to ISSUU.com/podcast and use promo code applebitz Visit sanebox.com/applebitz today to start your free trial and get...
05.06.2023
The iPhone is still breaking records in this economy (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 265)
Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. The iPhone is still breaking records and Apple's Earnings prove it. iOS 17's expected features coming to WWDC 23 and Tim Cook's take on using Artificial Intelligence for Apple. You can help support this show and...
05.02.2023
The Apple Watch will get it's biggest revamp with watchOS 10 (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 264)
Get started with Issuu today for FREE or if you sign up for a premium account you will get 50% off when you go to ISSUU.com/podcast and use promo code applebitz The 15-inch MacBook Air is a lock to show up...
04.24.2023
The M3 Chip is NOT coming to the 15-inch Macbook Air (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 263)
Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. Will the Apple headset be a success or a failure? Or something in between? A Bloomberg report details all the different Apps and experiences Apple is hoping to bring to their mixed reality headset. The...
04.17.2023
iPhone 15 Pro Will No Longer Get Solid-State Buttons (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 262)
Get started with Issuu today for FREE or if you sign up for a premium account you will get 50% off when you go to ISSUU.com/podcast and use promo code applebitz The latest iPhone 15 Pro rumors now say it will...
04.09.2023
What to Expect at WWDC23! Will Apple's Headset Wow Us? (Apple Bitz XL, Ep, 261)
Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. It's everything we expect to see at WWDC23 and what surprises might get announced as well! Will the Apple mixed reality headset get announced for its rumored $3000 price point? What's in store for iOS...
04.02.2023
WWDC23 Is Officially Set For June 5th! Plus, iPhone 15 Pro rumors & More! (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 260)
Apple officially announces WWDC23 is happening June 5th and will be held at Apple Park. Apple Music Classical is available now. New iPhone 15 Pro rumors point to a multi-function solid-state button. Plus, a new book with Steve Jobs' speeches...
03.27.2023
Report: Apple Employees Concerned About Mixed Reality Headset (Apple Bitz XL, Ep 259)
The latest New York Times report claims Apple employees are concerned about Apple's 'Reality Pro' headset. And common sense says they should be with that rumored $3000 price point. Latest Apple AirPods Pro rumors could bring USB-C to the charging...
03.18.2023
Is It Too Late for Siri? Apple's working on their own ChatGPT-Like AI (Apple Bitz XL, Ep, 258)
Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now Apple's focus on Health is building even more momentum with the Apple Watch and rumored AirPods features. Is Apple too far behind with Siri in the AI game? And more iPhone 15 rumors. You can help...
03.11.2023
The new iPhone 14 is Yellow! Is a HomePod with a 7-inch display coming too? (Apple bitz XL, Ep. 257)
Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. The new iPhone 14/14 Plus comes in an all-new yellow color. Appel releases new iPhone 14 cases and Apple Watch bands. Plus, Apple Music Classical is ready to launch by the end of the month,...
03.05.2023
New iPhone 14 & 14 Plus Color Incoming? 15-inch MacBook Air too? (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 256)
A new color for the iPhone 14 could be coming soon. Plus, the 15-inch MacBook Air and a new Mac Pro could appear by April. The latest patent reveals new features the Apple Reality Pro headset could have as well. You...
02.28.2023
The latest iPhone 15 details & Apple's Top Secret Project (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 255)
Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now Apple's been working on a top-secret project for over 12 years that could change everything for blood glucose monitoring if it can get approvals and make it to market. Plus, the latest iPhone 15/15 Pro...
02.13.2023
What to expect from Apple this Spring. Plus, the iPhone ULTRA is real (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 254)
Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. You're not the only one whose Apple Siri Remote (USB-C version) keeps disconnecting from the Apple TV 4K. The iPhone ULTRA is more than a rumor and makes total sense from Apple's perspective. Plus, new...

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Apple Bitz XL w/ Brian Tong episodes:

Game Emulators Come To iPhone! Plus, iPad Air, the M4 Chip And More! (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 303)

iPad Pro Details, Vision Pro Spatial Persona & Apple's Making Robots? (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 302)

The US Department Of Justice Has Sued Apple. Plus, An Interview w/ Joz! (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 301)

M3 MacBook Air Review & The Downfall of Apple Car w/ Mark Gurman (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 300)

R.I.P. Apple Car Project. Plus, The 'Other' Projects Apple Is Exploring (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 299)

Generative A.I. For iPhone 16/16 Pro & iOS 18 Is Coming In A Big Way (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 298)

The Apple Vision Pro In-Depth Review w/ Ray Wong (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 297)

The Apple Vision Pro Is Here! (Apple Bitz Xl, Ep. 296)

Apple Vision Pro - What We Learned After Pre-Orders + iPhone 16 News! (Apple Bitz XL. Ep. 295)

What To Expect From Apple in 2024 (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 294)

Apple 2023: The Year In Review (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 293)

My Latest Hands-On w/ Apple Vision Pro at Apple Park (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 292)

iOS 17.2 Is Officially Here! Plus, New iPads & MacBook Airs in March 2024? (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 291)

iPhone 16/16 Pro Rumors + Spatial Video in the Apple Vision Pro (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 290)

New features in the iOS 17.2 beta & iPad will be a priority in 2024 (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 289)

What Apple Didn't Tell You About the M3 Chip for MacBook Pros (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 288)

The 'Scary Fast' Apple Event Preview w/ Mark Gurman (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 287)

New M3 Macs Coming This Month & A Foldable iPad in 2024? (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 286)

What does Google's CEO think about challenging the iPhone? I asked him (Apple Bitz Xl, Ep. 285)

iOS 17.0.3 fixes iPhone 15 Pro Overheating Issues (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 284)

Reviews! iPhone 15/15 Pro, Apple Watch Series 9/Ultra 2 & AirPods Pro 2! (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 283)

Reactions to the iPhone 15/15 Pro & Apple Watch Series 9/Ultra 2! (Apple Bitz Xl, Ep. 282)

iPhone 15/15 Pro & Apple Watch Series 9/Ultra 2: The Final Rumors (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 281)

What To Expect at Apple's iPhone 15/15 Pro & Apple Event on September 12th (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 280)

iPhone 15 'Ultra' Is The New Pro Max + Apple Watch X: The Next Big Upgrade (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 279)

The A17 Chip Specs Leak And It's only for the 15 Pro/Pro Max (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 278)

Report: iPhone 15 Event to be held on September 12th or 13th! (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 277)

iPhone 15 Pro To Cost More? Plus, New Color For Apple Watch Ultra? (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 276)

iPhone 15 Lineup to Bring Stacked Battery Tech! Plus, M3 Macs in October! (Apple Bitz XL, Ep 275)

iOS 17 & watchOS 10 Public Betas are out! iPhone 15 & Vision Pro Updates!(Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 274)

15-Inch M2 MacBook Air & M2 Ultra Mac Studio Review w/ iPhonedo (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 273)

The New 15-inch M2 MacBook Air Is Exactly What You Expect (Apple Bitz Xl, Ep. 272)

The Apple Vision Pro - Reactions from Tech YouTubers! (Apple Bitz XL Podcast, Ep. 271)

I Used Apple Vision Pro For 45 Minutes And It Blew My Mind (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 270)

The Final WWDC 23 Rumors! New Apple VR Headset Details & New Macs! (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 269)

WWDC 23 Preview w/ Mark Gurman (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 268)

The Apple AR/VR Headset Survey - Breaking Down Your Responses (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 267)

Final Cut Pro & Logic Pro on iPad Reactions! iPhone 16 Pro Bigger Screens? (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 266)

The iPhone is still breaking records in this economy (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 265)

The Apple Watch will get it's biggest revamp with watchOS 10 (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 264)

The M3 Chip is NOT coming to the 15-inch Macbook Air (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 263)

iPhone 15 Pro Will No Longer Get Solid-State Buttons (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 262)

What to Expect at WWDC23! Will Apple's Headset Wow Us? (Apple Bitz XL, Ep, 261)

WWDC23 Is Officially Set For June 5th! Plus, iPhone 15 Pro rumors & More! (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 260)

Report: Apple Employees Concerned About Mixed Reality Headset (Apple Bitz XL, Ep 259)

Is It Too Late for Siri? Apple's working on their own ChatGPT-Like AI (Apple Bitz XL, Ep, 258)

The new iPhone 14 is Yellow! Is a HomePod with a 7-inch display coming too? (Apple bitz XL, Ep. 257)

New iPhone 14 & 14 Plus Color Incoming? 15-inch MacBook Air too? (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 256)

The latest iPhone 15 details & Apple's Top Secret Project (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 255)

What to expect from Apple this Spring. Plus, the iPhone ULTRA is real (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 254)

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