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December 11, 2020AirPods Max, MagSafe Duo Review, and Facebook Antitrust Lawsuit
Apple launches over-the-ear AirPod Max headphones, MagSafe Duo review, Fitness+ launches December 14, and the FTC files suit against Facebook seeking to break up Instagram and WhatsApp.
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Links from the show
ecamm Call Recorder isn’t compatible with M1 Macs
Apple debuts $549 AirPods Max over-ear headphones
Apple releases $35 bi-directional Lightning to 3.5mm Audio Cable
Apple News and Rumors since 1997
AirPods Max delivery dates begin slipping, some into 2021
Apple AirPods Max first look: lots to prove
AirPods Max Unboxing & Impressions: $550?! - YouTube
AirPods Max 🎧 Unboxing and First Impressions! - YouTube
Review: MagSafe Duo is almost everything you need, but has too many compromises
Apple Fitness+ workouts arriving on December 14
Apple adding Fitness+ accessories to Apple Store
Best workout accessories for Apple Fitness Plus
Apple, Google to ban location tracking firm that sold data to US military
WhatsApp says Apple's new privacy nutrition labels are anticompetitive
FTC, 46 states file antitrust suit against Facebook, seek Instagram & WhatsApp break-up
Tim Cook talks health, fitness, and the importance of national parks
Outside Podcast: Tim Cook on Health and Fitness on Apple Podcasts
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52 min
December 04, 2020MagSafe Duo, Apple ProRaw, M1 vs. i9 MacBook Pro and Gift Ideas
Apple’s MagSafe Duo launches, we compare the 16-inch MacBook Pro to M1, discuss the iPhone 12 Pro Max camera and ProRaw format, Salesforce acquires Slack, and we list our favorite gift ideas for the holidays.
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Gift Ideas
Anker Nano iPhone Charger
Slim Wall Charger, Anker 30W
INFINACORE Pandora Portable Power
Bamboo Charging Station for Multiple Devices
Anker 60W 10-Port USB Wall Charger
Hercules Tuff Charging Station for Multiple Devices
Pro Slim Laptop Backpack | eBags
Base Station Pro | NOMAD®
Handcrafted luxury leather goods shop | Harber London
Clayton & Crume leather goods
Links from the show
Interview with Wooji Juice, maker of Ferrite Recording Studio
Apple's MagSafe Leather Wallet is Near-Perfect: Here's Why! - YouTube
Apple's MagSafe Duo Charger now available for $129
Need a charger for your iPhone 12? Here are the best alternatives to Apple's MagSafe Charger
M1 MacBook Pro vs i9 Compressor test
Two MacBook Pro models getting mini LED in 2021, MacBook Air in 2022 says Kuo
The Blind Smartphone Camera Test 2020! - YouTube
Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max Camera review: Big and beautiful
Google Pixel 5 Camera review: Software power
iPhone 12 Pro Max video of snow at night
Cat close-up
Lizard close-up
iPhone 12 Pro has best iPhone camera yet, fourth best smartphone camera overall
Andrew Wilkinson on not investing in Slack
Salesforce to acquire Slack in $27.7 billion deal
HomePod mini on battery power
Review: Apple's HomePod mini is the speaker for the rest of us
Zoom, Disney+ named Apple's 'App Store Best of 2020'
Apple reveals 2020's most downloaded apps
Review: Infinacore Pandora Portable Power is a compact battery pack fit for your everyday carry
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1 hr
November 25, 2020Interview with Wooji Juice on App Store Small Business Program
Wooji Juice, maker of the popular iPad app Ferrite joins us on the show to discuss Apple’s new Small Business Program and the 15% commission now available to some developers.
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Links to Ferrite and Wooji Juice
‎Ferrite Recording Studio on iOS
Follow Wooji Juice on Twitter
Wooji Juice Website
Developers delighted at Apple's reduced App Store commission
Apple cuts App Store commission to 15% for developers paid less than $1M per year
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28 min
November 20, 2020M1 MacBook Pro review, HomePod mini, and macOS Big Sur
We review the new Apple Silicon M1 13-inch MacBook Pro, discuss the new HomePod mini, review the many design changes in macOS Big Sur, and cover Apple’s new small business program.
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Links from the show
Apple Silicon M1 13-inch MacBook Pro review - Unprecedented power and battery for the money
M1 benchmarks prove Apple Silicon outclasses nearly all current Intel Mac chips
M1 Macs deliver Apple's first support for USB4
Spending time with HomePod mini and why we're already hooked
HomePod mini power cable is not removable, teardown reveals
1Password update for macOS Big Sur brings new Apple Watch unlock feature
Stephen's Twitter thread on macOS Big Sur
App Store graphic revives wild speculation about touchscreen Mac
Bartender 4 - Take control of your Menu bar
How to use the new Safari Start Page in macOS 11 Big Sur
William’s Wallpaper
Developers delighted at Apple's reduced App Store commission
Apple announces App Store Small Business Program
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1 hr 1 min
November 13, 2020Apple’s New M1 Macs, iPhone 12 Pro Max Camera and Leather Cases
We discuss the details of Apple’s new M1-powered Macs including performance comparisons, display limitations, ports, and more. We touch on the iPhone 12 Pro Max camera, Apple’s leather cases, and the AirPod Pro service program.
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Links from the show
MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, Mac mini — everything Apple announced at the "one more thing" event
MacBook Air gets dedicated Dictation, Spotlight and Do Not Disturb function keys
Compared: New Apple Silicon MacBook Air versus Intel MacBook Air
Apple M1 MacBook Air, MacBook Pro stuck with 720p FaceTime cameras
Mac mini inside M1 vs. Intel
Apple Silicon M1 Macs do not support eGPUs
How Apple Silicon on a M1 Mac changes monitor support and what you can connect
MacBook Air with M1 chip outperforms 16-inch MacBook Pro in benchmark testing
Photographer Austin Mann reviews the iPhone 12 Pro Max camera
Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max review: the best smartphone camera you can get
How to get a great patina on your iPhone X leather case
Apple releases macOS Big Sur with redesign, Safari updates and more
Why Everyone is wrong about the MagSafe Wallet - Peter McKinnon on YouTube
AirPods Pro Service Program for Sound Issues - Apple Support
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48 min
November 10, 2020Apple’s M1 chip, new MacBook Air, Mac mini, and 13-inch MacBook Pro
During Apple’s “One more thing” event, they announced a new Apple Silicon chip for Mac, the M1. This new processor is now available in a new 13-inch MacBook Air, Mac mini, and 13-inch MacBook Pro. Pre-orders are live right now and these Macs will be available next week. macOS Big Sur will be released publicly this Thursday, November 12.
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Links from the episode
Apple announces M1 as first Mac Apple Silicon chip
Apple debuts new MacBook Air with Apple Silicon M1 chip
Apple introduces Mac mini with M1 chip and new $699 price tag
Apple unveils new 13-inch MacBook Pro with Apple Silicon M1 for $1299
New Apple Silicon Mac mini, MacBook Air, and MacBook pro are available to preorder
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10 min
November 06, 2020‘One more thing’ event preview, Apple Silicon Macs, and AT&T’s 5G Ultra Wideband
Apple’s “One more thing” event is next week and they’ve teased the release of Apple Silicon Macs. We test AT&T’s 5G+ mmWave service, and pre-orders begin for iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro Max, and HomePod mini.
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Links from the show
iPhone 12 & AT&T 5G+ TESTED! What Speeds Can You Get?! - YouTube
Apple announces Apple Silicon Mac special event for November 10
Apple rumored to debut two 13-inch MacBook models at Nov. 10 event
What to expect during the Apple Silicon 'one more thing' Mac special event on November 10
MacBook Air, 13- and 16-inch MacBook Pro reportedly first Apple Silicon Macs
5G is a promise for the future, but isn't quite here today
Apple's iPhone marketing manager talks 5G on iPhone 12
Apple may keep Apple Stores open during second UK lockdown [u]
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39 min
October 30, 2020iPhone 12 Pro review and new iPad Air
We review the new iPhone 12 Pro, discuss LiDAR features, MagSafe accessories, and help you decide whether to upgrade. Then we review the new iPad Air, cover Apple TV+ news and more.
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Links from the show
How to tell which aspect of 5G you've connected to on iPhone 12
iPhone 12 boasts latent reverse wireless charging feature, FCC filing suggests
The real story behind MagSafe, USB-C PD, and why you need a 20W AC charger
iPhone 12 magnetized to metal plate
iPhone 12 can act as 5GHz Wi-Fi hotspot, boon for 5G
Apple shows off iPhone 12 Pro cinematography chops in new Dolby Vision ad
iPhone 12 Ceramic Shield Still 'Scratches at Level 6 With Deeper Grooves at Level 7' in Mohs Hardness Test
How to master the camera app on iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro
iPhone 12 boasts latent reverse wireless charging feature, FCC filing suggests
MagSafe 15W fast charging reportedly restricted to Apple 20W adapter
Turing launches first iPhone 12 MagSafe car mount with charging
Early iPhone 12 mini hands-on video surfaces
New Apple 'personal computer' placeholder appears in Bluetooth database
Apple invites select developers to Apple silicon Mac labs ahead of launch
Jon Stewart signs multi-year deal with Apple TV+ for current events series
Jon Stewart Returns With a ‘Current Events’ Series for Apple TV+
Apple renews sports comedy 'Ted Lasso' for third season
Netflix raises monthly price of standard plan to $13.99, premium to $17.99
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47 min
October 23, 2020iPhone 12 pre-orders, MagSafe cases, 5G updates in the US and UK, and Intercom feature on HomePod
Our hosts recount their iPhone 12 Pro pre-order experience and what models they have coming on launch day. Discussion on the new iPhone 12 camera system, MageSafe cases, 5G network updates, Intercom launches on the HomePod and a farewell to Quibi.
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Carrier 5G Coverage Maps
View the full list of 5G Ultra Wideband cities on AppleInsider
Verizon 5G Coverage Map
AT&T 5G Coverage Map
T-Mobile 5G Coverage Map
T‑Mobile Newsroom on 5G Ultra Wideband
Links from the show
Some iPhone 12 cases are shipping without speaker holes
Low-light performance of iPhone 12 Pro aided by wider ISO range & aperture
Photographer Austin Mann puts iPhone 12 Pro through its paces
iPhone 12 Pro Camera Review: Glacier — Austin Mann
Lux launches Halide Mark II app with revamped interface, more pro photography tools
‎Halide Mark II - Pro Camera
Verizon Unlimited Data Plans
AT&T Unlimited Data Plans
iPhone 12 '5G' indicator denotes best available connection
iPhone - Supported 5G and LTE networks
Peak Design launches first iPhone case with mounting system & MagSafe support
MagSafe Charging iPhone 11 | Basic Apple Guy on Twitter
First initial iPhone 12 teardown video surfaces online
Apple releases HomePod software update 14.1 with Intercom
How to setup and use Intercom on iPhone, Apple Watch, and HomePod
Quibi lands on Apple TV as service fights to survive
Short-form streaming platform Quibi to shut down [confirmed]
Apple seemingly discontinues Apple TV 'Remote' app

5G Ultra Wideband Cities
As listed by Verizon and AT&T. Verizon claims 5G Ultra Wideband is “available only in parts of select cities.” While AT&T says “5G+ is available in select innovation zones in over 15 states across the US”.
Verizon Ultra Wideband Cities:
Anaheim, CA
Ann Arbor, MI
Arlington, TX
Atlanta, GA
Baltimore, MD
Boise, ID
Boston, MA
Charlotte, NC
Chicago, IL
Cincinnati, OH
Cleveland, OH
Columbus, OH
Dallas, TX
Denver, CO
Des Moines, IA
Detroit, MI
Fort Wayne, IN
Grand Rapids, MI
Greensboro, NC
Hartford, CT
Houston, TX
Indianapolis, IN
Jersey City, NJ
Kansas City, MO
Las Vegas, NV
Las Vegas, NV
Little Rock, AR
Louisville, KY
Memphis, TN
Miami, FL
Milwaukee, WI
Minneapolis, MN
Norfolk, VA
Oklahoma City, OK
Omaha, NE
Panama City, FL
Philadelphia, PA
Phoenix, AZ
Providence, RI
Raleigh, NC
Richmond, VA
Salt Lake City, UT
San Francisco, CA
San Jose, CA
Sarasota, FL
Spokane, WA
St. Louis, MO
St. Paul, MN
Syracuse, NY
Tucson, AZ
Washington, DC
AT&T 5G+ Cities:
Atlanta, GA
Austin, TX
Baltimore, MD
Charlotte, NC
Cleveland, OH
Dallas, TX
Detroit, MI
Houston, TX
Indianapolis, IN
Jacksonville, FL
King of Prussia, PA
Las Vegas, NV
Los Angeles, CA
Louisville, KY
Menlo Park, CA
Miami Gardens, FL
Miami, FL
Nashville, TN
New Orleans, LA
New York City, NY
Oakland, CA
Ocean City, MD
Oklahoma City, OK
Orlando, FL
Philadelphia, PA
Phoenix, AZ
Raleigh, NC
Redwood City, CA
San Antonio, TX
San Bruno, CA
San Diego, CA
San Francisco, CA
San Jose, CA
Waco, TX
West Hollywood, CA
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35 min
October 16, 2020iPhone 12 Comparison, 5G Carrier Coverage, iPhone 12 Pro Max Cameras and How to Upgrade
Our hosts detail the features of HomePod mini vs HomePod, compare the differences between the entire iPhone 12 lineup, give an overview of 5G coverage in the US and describe the upgrade options for iPhone 12.
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Carrier 5G Coverage Maps
View the full list of 5G Ultra Wideband cities on AppleInsider
Verizon 5G Coverage Map
AT&T 5G Coverage Map
T-Mobile 5G Coverage Map
T‑Mobile Newsroom on 5G Ultra Wideband
Links from the show
Best Buy listing claims iPad Air goes on sale October 23
Compared: HomePod mini versus HomePod
How to setup and use Intercom on iPhone, Apple Watch, and HomePod
How to Set Up & Use Intercom on HomePod, iPhone, & Apple Watch! - YouTube
HomePod & HomePod mini cannot pair to each other, but home theater support coming soon
Apple’s HomePod will soon support Dolby Atmos with the Apple TV 4K
iPhone 12 Case Roundup: Protect Your Device on Release Day
iPhone 12 Pro models have 6GB of RAM, iPhone 12 & iPhone 12 mini sport 4GB
How to compare the sizes of the iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone SE, and iPhone 11
Anker Nano iPhone Charger, 20W
iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 mini support mmWave 5G, but only in US [u]
Compared: iPhone 12 versus iPhone 12 mini versus iPhone 12 Pro versus iPhone 12 Pro Max
Apple stops shipping 5W power adapter, EarPods with any iPhone order
Ceramic Material Technologies | Corning
What MagSafe on the iPhone 12 is, how it works, and what can it do
iPhone 12 wireless charging hits 15W with MagSafe, Qi limited to 7.5W
iPhone 12 Pro LiDAR sensor allows for 6x faster low-light autofocus, instant AR
Apple announces ProRAW image format for iPhone 12 Pro
iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max about 20% faster than iPhone 11 Pro
The iPhone 12 Pro Max could be Apple’s biggest camera jump in years | The Verge
Breaking down Apple’s three new iPhone 12 camera systems | The Verge
Understanding the Camera Enhancements Coming to the iPhone 12 | MacStories
How to get an iPhone 12 with Apple's iPhone Upgrade Program
iPhone - Buying | Apple
Strong pre-sales for iPhone 12 in Taiwan | Digitimes
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55 min

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