In this episode Mark and Rob dive into the power-packed M4 Mac mini, questioning whether its upgrades are worth the price, and the surprising 3D-printed Mac Pro case that’s making waves. They explore the Oppo Find X8 Pro, growing BlueSky exodus numbers, and why AppleCare+ refunds are suddenly popping up. Plus, Rob’s accidental car purchase, frustration with smart locks, and the return of a quirky Casio gadget! 

Links

➡️ 3D Printed Mac Pro case for M4 Mac mini: https://geni.us/BK2qETK

➡️ Jeff Beck guitar auction: https://geni.us/SIzmBA

➡️ Spatialify app to convert iPhone Spatial Videos for playback on Meta Quest: https://geni.us/xP1EM4Z

➡️ Pixelmator bought by Apple: https://geni.us/3ce9V

➡️ Croissant app - crosspost to Threads, Mastodon, Bluesky: https://geni.us/eDqgAve

➡️ Nuki Ultra smart lock just announced - but no HomeKey support: https://geni.us/Zclwann

➡️ Apparently the TinyPod is rubbish according to two-dimensional David on YouTube: https://geni.us/hpwiPTv

➡️ TinyPod: https://geni.us/0jpqdS1

➡️ Whack a tiny Casio Digital Watch on your finger - Casio Smart Ring: https://geni.us/0TkSI

➡️ Or get a massive one: https://geni.us/sp7se

If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at [email protected].

Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com.