Apple is in talks to integrate Google Gemini or OpenAI for iPhone AI features, Humane's AI Pin nearing launch, MrBeast's $100M Amazon deal pressures Netflix, the United States sues Apple, and our long-term reviews of Apple Vision Pro and M3 MacBook Air. Watch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: youtube.com/@primarytechshowSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on Threads@stephenrobles on XStephen on MastodonJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and Spotify Podcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy. 
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Links from the showShortcuts 101 Video from Stephen - YouTubeApple in Talks to License Google Gemini for iPhone, iOS 18 Generative AI Tools - BloombergPhoto of Tim Cook and Sundar Pichai • Threads3 Ways Apple's Rumored AI Should Make Your iPhone BetterRabbit R1, Humane Ai Pin, and Why Siri Could Beat Them All - Stephen Videounmarked y axis hall of fame • ThreadsBrian Tong Interviews Joz and Others at Apple ParkHumane Publishes Ai Pin Walkthrough2 Words Explain Why Mr. Beast's $100 Million Deal With Amazon Is a Big Problem for NetflixMark Gurman on iPad ReleaseiPad Pro Rumors - 9to5MacAnti Glare Vs Retina Screens - MacBook Pro - YouTubeApple (AAPL) Shares Drop on News of Impending US DOJ Antitrust Suit - BloombergApple Faces Legal Protest From Meta, Microsoft, X, Spotify and Match - WSJ
(00:00) - Intro
(03:47) - Apple's AI Partnership
(09:50) - Apple AI Use Cases
(20:22) - Our Top 3 iPhone Models
(25:37) - Humane Ai Pin Launch
(31:39) - MrBeast $100M Amazon Deal
(39:13) - Member Thank You
(40:26) - Where Are iPads?
(52:10) - U.S. Sues Apple
(56:51) - Long-Term Vision Pro Review
(01:01:32) - M3 MacBook Air Review


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With over 30 years of combined experience in technology journalism, Stephen Robles and Jason Aten highlight the most important tech news every week and why it matters. Stephen is a digital content creator with over 100K followers and former host of the AppleInsider podcast. Jason is a technology columnist at Inc.com and writes Undigital, a newsletter about the business of tech. He’s also written in the past for Business Insider and The Chicago Tribune, and has appeared at conferences including SXSW, WebSummit, and Collision. Tune in every Thursday for new episodes. Plus, subscribe for an ad-free version of the show and bonus content every week!

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Microsoft announced new Copilot+PCs with AI features like Recall that keeps record of everything you see, Scarlett Johansson takes on OpenAI for an eerily similar voice to Her, Apple's potential OpenAI integration, new Sonos Ace headphones officially announced, and Stephen shares some…thoughts on Apple Podcasts. Watch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: youtube.com/@primarytechshowJoin the CommunityDiscuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on Threads@stephenrobles on XStephen on MastodonJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and Spotify Podcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy. 
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Links from the showCreepy iPhone Privacy Settings and What They Mean - YouTubeSam Altman Just Made the 1 Mistake No CEO Should Ever Make | IncHow I Made Google’s “Web” View My Default SearchMicrosoft vs. Apple: Satya Nadella Says AI-Focused Copilot+ PCs Beat Macs - YouTubePC, tablet & consoles OS market share U.S. 2012-2023 | StatistaAll the Copilot Plus PC laptops announced at Microsoft Surface 2024 - The VergeMeet the new Surface Pro 11th Edition, a Copilot+ PC | Microsoft SurfaceSam Altman "Her" TweetScarlett Johansson told OpenAI not to use her voice — and she’s not happy they might have anyway - The VergeOpenAI didn’t copy Scarlett Johansson’s voice for ChatGPT, records show - The Washington PostOpenAI's Sora Made Me Crazy AI Videos—Then the CTO Answered (Most of) My Questions | WSJ - YouTubeNews Corp. signs deal with OpenAI to provide news content - The Washington PostApple Closes in on Deal With OpenAI to Put ChatGPT on iPhone - BloombergA Top OpenAI Executive Just Posted His Resignation on X. 1 Sentence Should Worry All of Us | IncSonos Ace: Wireless Over Ear HeadphonesMarvel Studios’ What If…? – An Immersive Story | Official Trailer - YouTubeNew 'Parkour' Immersive Video Coming to Vision Pro on Friday - MacRumors@stephenrobles • Here’s @jasonaten actually schooling me on Pencil orientation on the last episode of @primar... • Threads@jasonaten • Not quite the same but I love this wallpaper for that reason • Threads
(00:00) - Intro
(04:41) - Microsoft Copilot+ PCs
(12:50) - Mac vs PC War Reignited?
(27:30) - OpenAI Vs. Scarlett Johansson
(34:39) - Apple Partnership With OpenAI
(43:50) - Member Thank You
(45:34) - Sonos Ace Headphones
(52:15) -  Vision Pro Immersive Content
(53:42) - Apple Podcast Rant
(01:00:18) - Robles Unit of Measurement
(01:07:18) - Pencil Orientation
(01:08:37) - iPhone Badges Hygiene


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Microsoft Reignites Mac vs PC War, Scarlett Johansson + OpenAI Controversy, iPhone Badge Hygiene

We go hands-on with Apple's M4 iPad Pro and why it may be the perfect iPad, OpenAI releases GPT-4o as it races against Google Gemini, Apple announces incredible new accessibility features, and Jason tries to convince Stephen he’s using Apple Pencil wrong. Watch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: youtube.com/@primarytechshowJoin the CommunityDiscuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on Threads@stephenrobles on XStephen on MastodonJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and Spotify Podcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy. 
Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fm 
Links from the showM4 iPad Pro 11” + Magic Keyboard LIVE Unboxing! - YouTubeThe 2 Best Reasons to Buy the New M2 iPad Air | IncDaring Fireball: The M4 iPad ProsM4 iPad Pro: A glimpse into Apple's future - YouTube13" iPad Pro M4 - Unboxing and Tests - YouTubeSpring Update | OpenAIGoogle Keynote (Google I/O ‘24) - YouTube@yasharali • This AI from Google is so wild… Video Demo • ThreadsGoogle and OpenAI race to build the feature of search - The VergeApple announces new accessibility features, including Eye Tracking - Apple@stephenrobles • I just made a terrible discovery…this is how my wife attaches Pencil • ThreadsiPad Air Start Guide from @andrewjclare
(00:00) - Intro
(05:17) - iPad Review Timeline
(08:52) - M4 iPad Pro Impressions
(22:13) - Tandem OLED + Nano-Texture
(29:21) - New Magic Keyboard
(35:31) - Member Thank You
(37:21) - ChatGPT 4o
(48:09) - Google I/O 2024
(54:19) - Future of Web Search
(01:04:44) - I Liked The Internet
(01:13:22) - iOS 18 Accessibility Features
(01:16:20) - Apple Pencil Debate


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M4 iPad Pro Hands-On, ChatGPT-4o vs. Google AI Arms Race, “I Liked the Internet”

We dive further into discoveries about the new M4 iPad Pro and M2 iPad Air, debate its value against Macs, what we bought from the event, Apple's controversial Crush! ad, Sonos Ace headphones leak, and Jason reveals a startling daily habit. Watch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: youtube.com/@primarytechshowJoin the CommunityDiscuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on Threads@stephenrobles on XStephen on MastodonJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and Spotify 
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Links from the showSubmit Your iPad Questions! | Primary TechnologyiPad Pro with Nano-Texture Video - TwitterWith the M4 iPad Pro, It's Official: Apple Is Just Showing Off | Jason's ArticleStephen's Defense of iPad • ThreadsTim Cook Shares Crush! AdApple Is Facing Intense Criticism Over Its Heartbreaking iPad Pro Ad | Jason's ArticleAdam Lisagor TweetSebastiaan de With's TweetThese are the upcoming Sonos Ace wireless headphones - The VergeMarvel Studios Announces 'What If? An Immersive Story,' Coming Exclusively to Apple Vision ProSmart lighting company Brilliant is looking for a buyer - The VergeWalmart shopper data will soon feed targeted ads on Disney Plus and Hulu - The VergeApple’s Next CEO: List of AAPL Insiders Who Could Succeed Tim Cook - BloombergTim Cook rocked 'Made on iPad' Nike Air Max 1 '86s during Apple's 'Let Loose' event - 9to5Mac
(00:00) - Intro
(02:33) - iPad Event Redux
(05:36) - Nano-Texture Display
(15:06) - Current iPad Setup
(24:50) - iPads We Bought
(29:46) - Is M4 iPad Overpowered?
(45:15) - Member Thank You
(46:39) - Community iPad Q&A;
(50:50) - iPad Buying Guide
(54:58) - Apple's Crush! Ad
(01:06:41) - Sonos Headphones Leak
(01:07:18) - Jason's Startling Admission
(01:09:32) - Brilliant Smart Home Dying
(01:11:58) - Walmart + Disney Ad Deal
(01:14:54) - John Ternus as CEO


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Why Does iPad Make People Angry? Apple’s Crushing Ad, Creepy Disney + Walmart Deal

A special LIVE episode where your hosts recap everything announced at the Let Loose Apple event. New M4 iPad Pro and M2 iPad Air alongside Apple Pencil Pro, new Magic Keyboard, and more! Watch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: youtube.com/@primarytechshowJoin the CommunityDiscuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on Threads@stephenrobles on XStephen on MastodonJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and Spotify Podcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy. 
Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fm 
Links from the showM4 iPad Pro, iPad Air, Apple Pencil Pro - 7 Min Apple Event Recap! - YouTubeApple unveils stunning new iPad Pro with M4 chip and Apple Pencil Pro - AppleApple unveils the redesigned 11-inch and all-new 13-inch iPad Air with M2 - AppleApple introduces M4 chip - AppleFinal Cut Pro transforms video creation with Live Multicam on iPad and new AI features on Mac - AppleLogic Pro takes music-making to the next level with new AI features - Apple
(00:00) - Intro
(01:44) - Jason's Photobomb
(04:34) - M2 iPad Air
(08:51) -  New Magic Keyboard
(11:51) - M4 iPad Pro
(18:21) - M4 Chip
(21:59) - Buying Options
(25:35) - Nano Texture
(28:44) - Apple Pencil Pro
(32:25) - Magic Keyboard Redux
(33:46) - Base Model iPad
(35:09) - Final Cut Pro V2
(40:42) - Logic Pro V2


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M4 iPad Pro, iPad Air, Apple Pencil Pro LIVE Event Recap!

Stephen is still waiting for DoorDash to work on the Rabbit R1, Apple’s M4 chip could debut in iPads next week, iOS 18 could bring Ai productivity updates, and Jason explains what is happening at Tesla. 
Watch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: youtube.com/@primarytechshowJoin the CommunityDiscuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on Threads@stephenrobles on XStephen on MastodonJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and Spotify Podcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy. 
Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fm 
Links from the showPrimary Technology CommunityRabbit R1: Everything it Can (and Can’t) Do - YouTubeElon Musk's Latest Round of Layoffs Might Have Killed the Best Thing About Tesla | Daring Fireball: Brian Heater on the Rabbit R1 Launch EventReal-Time Ordering with Rabbit R1 • ThreadsSome People Get Rabbit to WorkRabbit R1, a thing that should just be an app, actually is just an Android appHumane Change Log | Ai PinApple Rivals Retool; iOS 18, M4 iPad Pro, Vision Pro 2, and AI Details - BloombergApple Event — April 20 - YouTubeiOS 18 gives Calendar an upgrade with Reminders integrationiOS 17.5 introduces new ‘Repair State’ that keeps Find My onDMA Applies to iPad | European CommissionTesla Lays Off Entire Team Behind Brakes
(00:00) - Intro
(03:16) - Primary Tech Community
(06:12) - Rabbit R1 Review
(20:56) - Humane Ai Usage
(22:38) - M4 iPad Pros
(29:13) - iPad Event Expectations
(48:28) - Member Thank You
(49:49) - iOS 18 Calendar + Reminders
(54:40) - iOS 17.5 Repair Mode
(55:30) - iPad Must Comply in EU
(56:47) - What Is Happening At Tesla?
(01:06:23) - Nightstand Chargers


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Apple’s AI Partnership with Google, U.S. vs Apple, Long-Term Vision Pro and M3 MacBook Air Reviews

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