Notnerd Podcast: Tech Better

Episode 233: Check Your Efficacy


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Dave starts off with a few rare corrections from last week's episode. We then get right into a wide variety of tech news and tips. Find out what happened this week and some great ways to use the technology in your life better.

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  • Corrections:
    • iPad mini 2 came out 6 years ago, not 8 (00:45)
    • FCPX, Logic, etc. bundle is $199, not $299 (01:25)
  • Followup:
    • Here Kitty (01:50)
    • Facebook acquires GIPHY (03:25)
    • Amazon moves Prime Day to the fall (04:45)
    • Joe Rogan strikes podcast deal with Spotify worth more than $100 Million (06:00)
    • Podcast startup Luminary raises more money in losing battle (10:35)
    • Some Good News gets sold, John Krasinski probably won’t host (12:40)
  • Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week: Use “Preview” on Mac for PDF creation and management (14:00)
  • Takes:
    • Netflix will cancel inactive accounts (18:05)
    • Twitter and Square announce permanent work from home options (19:50)
    • AT&T won’t remove fake 5G logo even after ad board says it’s misleading (23:35)
    • Apple releases iOS 13.5 with coronavirus support and Face ID improvements for masks (25:45)
    • PathSpot sells a scanner that fact checks your handwashing efficacy (27:35)
  • Security/Privacy:
    • North Dakota’s COVID-19 app sends data to Foursquare and Google (30:00)
    • Hackers strike law firm of Madonna, Lady Gaga, and other celebrities (32:35)
  • Bonus Odd Take: Dad, How Do I Youtube Channel (34:20)
  • Picks of the Week:
    • Dave: Alternative To (35:50)
    • Nate: PD Charger, RAVPower 61W USB C Charger[GaN Tech] Type C Wall Charger Fast Charging Power Delivery Foldable Adapter, Compatible with MacBook Pro Air, iPad Pro 2020 Nintendo iPhone SE 11 Pro Max & More (38:55)
  • Ramazon™ purchase - Nate's PDX Fast Foodie Review (42:05)
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