Downtime

Samsung shares the results of the Note 7 investigation (spoiler, it's the batteries!). The guys discuss recent rumors of Apple Pencil 2, 3D Touch improvements and facial recognition in iPhone 8, and Sprint's acquisition of one third of Tidal. Cody shares a really cool new app, while Sebastien goes on a diet. It's PPAP!

After accidentally talking about Siri, the guys finally focus on the actual show notes to talk more about how Consumer Reports MacBook Pro battery life tests still appear out of whack. Cody and Sebastien also discuss Apple's push into original TV and movie content creation, and the fake problem of employee retention at 1 Infinite Loop.

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As the iPhone turns 10, Cody and Sebastien reminisce about when they got their first original iPhone, and what this device has meant for the tech industry, and for people in general. After looking back at the past, the guys look forward to the future with some interesting rumored features for the next iPhone. 

The beginning of a new year is the best time to look forward and plan for the months to come. In this special episode of Let's Talk iOS, Cody and Sebastien share what they want to see from Apple in 2017. From hardware, to software, to services, the guys go over several categories they hope to see improved this year. Happy new year!

As the year draws to an end, Cody and Sebastien go back over what they think was the best and worst of Apple in 2016. From specific products to broader features, the guys cover a wide array of topics. They agree to disagree on some of them too.

It couldn't possibly be an episode of Let's Talk iOS without mentioning the release of Super Mario Run, and what Cody and Sebastien think of the game after spending a little time with it. Other topics discussed include battery life on the new MacBook Pro, Apple's removal of the estimated time of battery remaining and the fact that the company didn't do anything in macOS 10.12.2 to address battery concerns. The guys also talk about the release of the AirPods, and the delay of the BeatsX. Finally, Cody share a new app he's discovered.

After spending a week with the new MacBook Pro with Touch Bar, Sebastien shares some of his thoughts about the machine. The guys then discuss the ongoing AirPods delays, the growing Apple services category, and the death of the Pebble.

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• Apple says AirPods aren’t ready yet, pushes back release date
• Cook: AirPods shipping over the “next few weeks”
• WSJ: AirPods delayed because of issues with dual Bluetooth connectivity
• Gruber says it’s “more difficult to manufacture at scale”
• Apple was clear about why white iPhone 4 was delayed
• Gruber: AirPods might launch in time for Christmas
• Apple Music now has more than 20 million subscribers
• Netflix becomes top-grossing iOS app following offline playback introduction
• Apple wants to offer rentals for movies that just came out in theaters
• Single Sign-On now available on iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV
• Fitbit buys Pebble’s software assets, but cancels new hardware
• 10 great gift ideas for iPhone users
• 10 great gift ideas for iPad users
• 10 great gift ideas for Apple TV users
• 10 great gift ideas for Apple Watch owners
• 10 great gift ideas for MacBook users
• 10 great gift ideas for iMac users
• 10 great gift ideas for iPhone photographers

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Cody got a new MacBook Pro but he doesn't talk much about it. The guys discuss the calendar spam issue that has been plaguing users and how to prevent it. They also talk about battery problems that affect some iPhone 6s users, the new Spark mail app for Mac, DirecTV Now, and more.

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We're entering holidays season, and Apple is going full stream with their new ad which should strike a chord inside your heart. Besides the obligatory turkey and Thanksgiving talk, Cody and Sebastien discuss recent talks of Jony Ive's disengagement that has largely been clarified by John Gruber. Would it even be the end of Apple if that were true? Listen to find out what the guys think.

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Cody explains his reasons for buying the MacBook Pro without Touch Bar, while Sebastien shares some of his first reactions to the new Touch Bar. The guys also discuss Apple cutting off its fee for video streaming apps and the implication this may have, the disbandment of AirPort devices, the rumor of Apple working on digital glasses, as well as an update of the Apple Car, including a great piece from Neil Cybart.

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