Kelso Tech Bros

Twenty-four AIs enter the ring. Every 90 seconds a new one comes out, and the only way out is over the top rope. Last one standing is crowned the Kelso Tech Bros AI World Champion.

Michael (the Apple guy) and Matt (the try-everything guy) put the whole AI circus through a Royal Rumble-style match: ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Meta's new Muse app, Perplexity, Grok, DeepSeek, Siri, Alexa+, both Copilots, a pair of flopped AI gadgets, and Clippy. Along the way, Matt's Samsung fridge turns out to serve ads, Alexa+ recommends a jacket for 87° weather, Siri gets unmasked, Michael caves and tests the Meta app he swore he'd never download, and Claude tells Matt to go to bed at 3 in the afternoon.

The part you'll want to see: Muse's animated avatar typing away on its little computer. Watch the video version: https://www.youtube.com/@kelsotechbros

CHAPTERS

00:00 Welcome to the first-ever KTB AI Rumble

03:40 Bixby put ads in Matt's fridge

04:45 Alexa+ can't do weather

08:52 Meta AI crashes the group chat

13:10 Siri enters: "one hundred percent Apple"

19:31 DeepSeek, Qwen and running AI at home

22:11 Cursor and Zed enter together

26:58 Suno and the AI music debate

31:21 NotebookLM is coming for our jobs

33:43 OpenClaw: paid a lot, got nothing

42:55 The Siri mask reveal

47:53 Meta Muse: "I hate to give it credit"

56:27 Claude keeps telling Matt to go to bed

1:03:03 Claude and ChatGPT go over the ropes together

1:03:39 Final two: Perplexity vs. Muse

1:14:39 Perplexity asks permission. Every. Time.

1:17:50 And the winner is...

LINKS FROM THE EPISODE

ChatGPT: https://chatgpt.com

Claude: https://claude.ai

Gemini: https://gemini.google.com

Perplexity: https://www.perplexity.ai

NotebookLM: https://notebooklm.google.com

Zed: https://zed.dev

Cursor: https://cursor.com

Suno: https://suno.com

CORRECTIONS FROM THE RING

Zed is a Rust-based code editor with built-in AI, not a data-processing add-on. Qwen is Alibaba's model; Ollama is just an app for running models locally. And Matt was right about Cursor: SpaceX, which merged with xAI, agreed in June to acquire Cursor's parent company.

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The conversation covers the Apple event, the new iPhone foldable, and the iOS 27 updates. It also delves into the potential of Siri AI and its integration with apps. The discussion provides insights into the form factor of the new iPhone, the capabilities of Siri AI, and the impact of iOS 27 on user experience. The conversation covers the release of new Apple products and features, privacy concerns with Siri AI and audio intelligence, and issues with AirPods Pro 3. The hosts discuss the new iOS, Apple watches, and AirPods, highlighting the benefits and drawbacks of each. They also express concerns about privacy and the implications of Apple's audio intelligence feature. Additionally, they share their dissatisfaction with the AirPods Pro 3 and their preference for the previous model.

Takeaways

• Apple's new iPhone foldable and iOS 27 updates
• Siri AI and its potential for app integration New Apple products and features
• Privacy concerns with Siri AI and audio intelligence
• Issues with AirPods Pro 3

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Apple Event
• 02:06 New iPhone Foldable and Form Factor
• 22:55 Siri AI and App Integration
• 29:59 New Apple Products and Features
• 35:14 Privacy Concerns with Siri AI and Audio Intelligence
• 45:44 Issues with AirPods Pro 3

In this episode, Matt and Michael discuss the highlights from CES 2026, focusing on the latest innovations in technology, including AI advancements, smart appliances, foldable phones, and wearable tech. They explore the implications of these technologies on everyday life and the future of consumer electronics, while also sharing their personal experiences and opinions on various products showcased at the event.

Takeaways

• CES 2026 showcased a significant number of AI innovations.
• Smart appliances are becoming more integrated into daily life.
• Foldable phones are gaining traction and may become mainstream.
• Wearable technology is evolving with new functionalities.
• AI is being used to enhance user experience in various devices.
• Health tech innovations are focusing on improving patient care.
• Smart toys like Lego Smart Bricks are introducing interactive features.
• The future of technology is leaning towards user-friendly designs.
• AI companions are becoming a part of everyday life.
• The integration of technology in health and wellness is on the rise.