In the Weeds with Dexter Johnson

A missing digital key (likely similar to registry or a configuration file) was causing the new 2018 MBP with i9 to throttle to unacceptable low clock speeds, thanks to Dave 2D on YouTube, Apple got their act together. ||

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The EU is upset over Google forcing Android OEMs to bundle certain apps with it's mobile operating system, Android. While Google is poised to fight back, let's take a look at how not forcing regulation on manufacturers creates a poorer user experience and even more fragmentation inside of Android's already fragmented ecosystem. Read more here: https://www.theverge.com/2018/7/18/17580694/google-android-eu-fine-antitrust ||

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What is throttling? Throttling is nothing more than regulation or speed. Throttling of a CPU can be a good thing to help protect the hardware so that it lasts the longest that it can. However, when you have a pro machine, topping out at $6700 perhaps the throttling is too agressive as users still need to get their work done. ||

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The privacy subreddit is open arms about this -- rightfully so. While we know that Google collects tons of information and aggregates it, this has stepped over the creepy factor for most users. How is it done? Simple. Do you have a Gmail account that's tied to online vendors that show confirmation of purchase? That's all that Google needs. With AI and custom dashboards, you know (so does Google) your online purchase history. But what can we do? You can delete your account....but also, look for other private services such as ProtonMail or even host your on. ||

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Meh, meh and more meh or could Walmart entering the streaming video race be a good thing? At this point, Netflix, Hulu and Amazon are synonymous with streaming. Walmart views Amazon as an ultimate competitor, so they are aiming to undercut the market at $8 per month. While details remain limited, what will Walmart do to differentiate themselves from the crowd? https://www.thewrap.com/walmart-streaming-service-amazon-netflix/ ||

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Spoilier alert, if you don't have a Roku TV set you won't even be able to utilize these things, which is a massive blow to those invested in the platform but instantly ostracized by not owned the actual TV set. In function these seem great, is the audience too limited? https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2018/7/16/17566234/roku-tv-wireless-speakers-smart-connect-wi-fi-audio || Let's continue our discussion! Follow me on Twitter and Instagram at @dexter_johnson and visit http://DexJohnsPC.com to stay on top of my latest posts. Share this podcast with a friend!

Google Play, Windows Store, Ubuntu Software Center and the iOS App Store all serve as a central safe haven for us to download and install applications to our computers of choice. The App Store has revolutionized development and consumption on our mobile platforms. Let's celebrate 10 years. ||

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Google is apart of yet another privacy scare. This time, it is over user data in regard to third party developer access. Let it be known, that in order for your third party plugins to work, those that perform automations or manage your account -- they must be given full rights to your email for them to work properly. This is nothing new or unheard of. This can become a problem if a developer has malicious intentions. ||

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Can your location be tracked through your photos that you take? EXIF data, remember this term. EXIF data holds data about the photo that you take, including time, device and location if you allow it. Knowing that your location may automatically be tagged to your photos is a security risk -- so take steps to turn it off. ||

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Is social media really driving us apart? From hate groups, to removing us from the real world or looking at the flip side with new real world connections and lasting friendships -- how can we create balance? ||

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