This week we are joined by our friend and fan of the show Wes Rice. He brings some great insights, questions, and laughs to the show (he also made the special artwork). We also found time to cover what little tech news there was over the week. Enjoy!

• Wes the Candy Crush Phenom (02:00)
• Wes' iPhone Upgrade (07:10)
• Wes questions (11:20)
• Follow up:
  • Square buying Credit Karma’s tax division (19:00)
  • Wyze Watch (22:35)
• Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week: Bring back a closed tab. Simply press Ctrl + Shift + T (Cmd + Shift + T on Macs) to reopen the most recently closed tab and get back to what you were doing (24:45)
• Takes: 
  • Black Friday, Cyber Monday (28:15)
  • Amazon expands IP Accelerator to Europe (34:40)
  • Sheriff’s office, Apple staff, and others indicted in bribery schemes (36:30)
• Security/Privacy: There are more than 25 Ransomware-as-a-Service portals (39:40)
• Bonus Odd Take: The Pig Couch and Craigslist (40:50)
• Picks of the Week: 
  • Wes: We Transfer free file transfer (45:20)
  • Dave: Nintendo Game & Watch, Super Mario Bros. Reissue (47:45)
  • Nate: USB C Extension Cable 6FT，Stouchi New Version USB Type C 3.2 Male to Female Fast Charging & Audio Data Transfer Cable for iPad Pro, MacBook Pro, Galaxy S20 Ultra Z Flip,Dell XPS MS Surface Book (50:20)
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In this episode, we've got plenty of great tips for using your devices better and cover some great options for cell phone plans. Plus there's all the week's tech news that you might care about.

• Followup: 
  • Libsyn Podcast (00:55)
  • Prioritize faster-shooting iOS (01:30)
  • Sign in to your apps on a new phone (07:30)
  • Slingbox vs SlingTV (08:45)
  • Wes’ parents Move from Android to iOS, Tmobile 55+, Mint Mobile (10:10)
  • Amazon Luna game service (14:40)
  • Google Stadia will be playable on iOS via Safari (18:20)
  • Wyze Sprinkler Controller (19:45)
• Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week: Back Tap setup (21:25)
• Takes: 
  • Twitter rolls out Fleets, it’s version of stories (28:10)
  • Apple cuts the App Store commission rate for many developers (31:10)
  • Amazon Pharmacy launches in 45 states (32:15)
  • Google Pay gets a major redesign and new features (34:55)
• Security/Privacy: 
  • Android messaging app Go SMS Pro exposed millions of users’ private photos and files (37:00)
  • Bumble vulnerabilities put data of 95 million daters at risk (39:45)
• Bonus Odd Take: Philly Series 5 (41:55)
• Picks of the Week: 
  • Dave: Spigen Ultra Hybrid Designed for iPhone 12 Pro Max Case (2020) - Crystal Clear (45:00)
  • Nate: Basevs Magnetic USB C Cable for MacBook Pro, 4.3A 87W Fast Charge Type C to Type C Braided Nylon Cord for MacBook (Pro), Samsung S8, Dell XPS, and Other USB C Devices(6.6FT-Black) (47:25)
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We've both got iPhone 12 Pro Maxes in our hands and Nate got his hands on a 12 Mini. We discuss our first impressions and then get into a wide range of tech news and tips, including a deep dive into all of the features of the iOS Camera app.

• Followup: 
  • iPhone 12 Pro Max - Dave’s Video (00:40)
  • iOS 14.2 is out (05:25)
  • Spacebar cursor iOS (05:45)
  • macOS Big Sur (09:20)
  • Zoom and other stay-at-home stocks hurt with vaccine news (12:50)
  • Disney Plus hits 73.7 M subscribers (13:55)
  • Wyze Robot Vacuum (15:15)
  • Roku now supports AirPlay 2 and Homekit (18:15)
  • Apple’s generous holiday return policy (20:15)
  • TikTok says Trump forgot about them (21:45)
  • Google Photos will end free unlimited storage starting June 2021 (22:35)
• Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week: iOS Camera tips and tricks (25:35)
• Takes: 
  • YouTube had a worldwide outage (32:05)
  • Tech companies spend a lot of money lobbying (33:25)
  • Slingbox discontinued (34:05)
  • Ring recalls 350,000 smart doorbells (35:25)
  • Raspberry Pi 400 is a keyboard with a computer built in (36:50)
• Security/Privacy: 
  • The police can probably access your phone (39:20)
  • Hacking Apple (40:20)
• Bonus Odd Take: 15 Taco Bell Conference Call Backdrops That’ll Spice Up Your Meeting (42:25)
• Picks of the Week: 
  • Dave: Angry Birds AR: Isle of Pigs (43:35)
  • Nate: Streamlight 73001 Nano Light Miniature Keychain LED Flashlight, Black - 10 Lumens (46:25)
    
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Today Apple held its third product announcement this fall. The event was all about Apple's move away from Intel chips, to Apple-made silicon, starting with the all-new M1 chip. Along with the latest version of Mac OS and some new hardware, this is an exciting time for computers. We discuss the main points and our initial thoughts.

Watch Apple's Event Video Here

• Followup:
  • Most Non-partisan Podcast (01:05)
  • One Backup is None Backup - Ep. 256 (01:25)
  • Apple One Bundle (03:00)
  • iPhone 12 Studio - mobile-only (05:25)
• Apple Event
  • Apple M1 Chip (06:35)
  • Big Sur (11:10)
    • Available November 12
  • MacBook Air, Mac Mini, MacBook Pro (13:55)
    • Order now, available next week

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Well, we are the most non-partisan tech podcast on the internet, so this episode was recorded before Election Day here in the US. We've got all of the week's tech news, some great picks, and very useful tips for you in case you need a break from politics.

• Followup:
  • Election (00:25)
  • iPhone Preorders (02:15)
  • AirPods Pro Service Program (07:00)
  • Google Meet starts rolling out custom backgrounds (08:15)
  • Wyze Cam v.3 (09:00)
  • Facebook launches cloud games (11:20)
• Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week: YouTube keyboard short cuts (14:10)
• From Jared: iOS Back Touch (22:05)
• Takes:
  • Apple Clips App gets a major update (24:05)
  • Senate Committee Hearing - Twitter, Google, Facebook (26:55)
  • Twitter launches ‘pre-bunks’ to get ahead of voter misinformation (28:05)
  • Microsoft is going to force people away from Internet Explorer (29:15)
• Security/Privacy:
  • Profile of Maddie Stone, Google Project Zero reverse engineer (33:10)
  • Almost 2,000 Robinhood Markets accounts hacked (35:05)
• Bonus Odd Take: Winners of the 2020 Drone Photo Awards (36:35)
• Picks of the Week:
  • Dave: Microsoft OneNote (37:55)
  • Nate: Aukey 20W charger (42:40)
• Ramazon™ purchase (46:45)
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Nate's got an iPhone 12 Pro in his possession and we briefly discuss his first impressions. There's a wide variety of tech news to talk about this week. We've also got some great tips and picks to help you tech better.

• Followup:
  • Service with an S was StumbleUpon (02:25)
  • Nate’s iPhone 12 Pro Review (02:55)
  • Ziply Fiber (08:00)
  • Quibi shuts down (10:45)
  • Spotify launches daily morning show (12:15)
  • Apple releases 2020 iPad Air (13:15)
  • New Apple Beats Flex earbuds only $50 (15:55)
  • Jony Ive working with Airbnb (20:00)
  • AOC streams Among Us on Twitch (21:05)
• Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week: iOS Reachability (23:55)
• Takes:
  • Apple launches “Apple Music TV,” a 24-hour music video live stream (28:55)
  • Apple signs exclusive deal for Peanuts content (31:45)
  • Adobe Max event announces software updates and more (35:35)
  • The forklift truck drivers who never leave their desks (37:40)
  • The Bahamas launches first national digital currency (40:20)
• Security/Privacy:
  • Hackers release student information after officials didn’t pay the ransom (43:30)
  • Security researcher claims to have logged into Trump’s Twitter account, doesn’t sound likely (45:05)
• Bonus Odd Take: McBroken - Is the McDonalds ice cream machine broken? (46:40)
• Picks of the Week:
  • Dave: Osmo Pocket, Osmo Pocket 2, Episode 176: The Awkwardness of AirPods (49:30)
  • Nate: MagicFiber Microfiber Cleaning Cloths, 6 PACK (53:05)
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After covering Apple's iPhone 12 event last week, we're back to our normally scheduled programming this week. We've got all of the important tech news and some great tips and picks to help you tech better.

• Followup:
  • Apple extends Apple TV+ trials to February (00:50)
  • Amazon Prime Day followup (02:25)
  • Not News: Dell’s Black Friday Sale (03:25)
  • NY Times writes about Among Us (04:15)
  • G Suite is now Google Workspace - Google shuts down Trusted Contacts - Killed by Google (04:45)
  • Regal Movies temporarily suspends operations (06:15)
  • Wyze releases smart thermostat (07:55)
  • Nate's iPhone preorder (09:20)
• Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week: Turn off annoying AirPod auto-connect (13:30)
• Takes:
  • T-Mobile home ISP Service $50/mo unlimited (19:10)
  • Zoom launches paid events and app marketplace (21:00)
  • PopSockets is working on MagSafe compatible accessories (23:15)
  • Excel might have caused the loss of 16K COVID test results in England (24:55)
  • Social media censorship (29:00)
• Security/Privacy:
  • Microsoft and others organize to takedown TrickBot botnet (31:05)
  • Card details for 3 million Dickey’s Barbecue Pit customers posted in carding forum (32:35)
• Bonus Odd Take: https://sharkle.com/ (34:25)
• Picks of the Week:
  • Dave: gog.com (37:00)
  • Nate: Mosteck Bath Bombs for Kids Gift Set, Shea & Coco Butter Dry Skin Moisturize, SPA Rainbow Bath Bombs for Boys Girls Women, Handmade Birthday Mother's Day Gifts Idea for Wife, Mom, Girlfriend - 2 Pack (40:40)
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Apple held its fall iPhone announcement, titled Hi, Speed. They announced the HomePod Mini, iPhone 12, 12 Mini, 12 Pro, and 12 Pro Max. We discuss the event and our thoughts on the new devices.

Watch the event here - https://www.apple.com/apple-events/october-2020/

• HomePod Mini (02:40)
  • Preorders 11/6
  • $99
• 5G and Verizon Commercial (08:05)
  • On all iPhones 12
• All iPhones 12 Features
  • New screen material with 4X better drop performance 
  • All have a new A14 Bionic chip
  • Magsafe
  • IP68 waterproof to 6 meters
• iPhone 12 (08:35)
  • 6.1" Screen
  • White, Black, Blue, Green, (PRODUCT)RED
  • Preorder 10/16
  • Starts at $799
• MagSafe Charging/Connection (13:15)
  • Magnetic wireless charging
  • Magnetic cases/accessories
  • Travel Duo Charger
• Environmental Update (15:35)
  • No power brick in packaging
  • Completely carbon neutral by 3030
• iPhone 12 Mini (17:20)
  • 5.4" Screen 
  • Preorder 11/6
  • Starts at $699
• iPhone 12 Pro and Pro Max (19:00)
  • 3 improved cameras and new Lidar sensor
  • 4K 60fps Dolby HDR Video Recording
  • Graphite, Silver, Gold, Pacific Blue
  • iPhone 12 Pro
    • 6.1" Screen
    • Preorder 10/16
    • Starts at $999
  • iPhone 12 Pro Max
    • Slightly better cameras than 12 Pro
    • 6.7" Screen
    • Preorder 11/6
    • Starts at $1099
• Nate and Dave's iPhone 12 purchasing thoughts (28:15)

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Google and Microsoft both announced some new products this week. Amazon hasn't stopped releasing products and set the date for the delayed Prime Day. But more importantly, we have some great tips and tech picks to help you tech better.

• Followup:
  • Zoom trying to push people to yearly pricing (01:00)
  • Amazon Prime Day set for Oct 13 and 14 (02:35)
  • 10 states with 21% of the US population have contract tracing app using Apple and Google API (04:10)
  • Snapchat has helped 1 million users register to vote (06:30)
• Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week: Gmail updated for iOS so it could be the default mail app (07:55)
• Takes:
  • Google’s announces Pixel 5, Pixel 4a 5g, new Chromecast, and more (11:45)
  • Microsoft introduces Surface Laptop Go, updates to Surface Pro X (23:35)
  • Amazon will now let you pay with your palm in its stores (28:05)
  • Amazon launches a $4.99 per month personal shopper service for men (29:35)
  • Publishers worry as ebooks fly off libraries’ virtual shelves (32:05)
• Security/Privacy: White hat hacker gains access to Tesla’s servers and its entire fleet (34:55)
• Bonus Odd Take: The 2020 Comedy Wildlife Photography Finalists (37:10)
• Picks of the Week:
  • Dave: Jackbox Games, iOS Vol. 3 available on all platforms (38:45)
  • Nate: Widgetsmith and Watchsmith (42:50)
• Ramazon™ purchase (46:10)
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Amazon announced a ton of new/updated products this week including an in-home security drone. We cover that and the usual wide range of tech news and tips this week.

• Followup:
  • Apple now allows band only returns for Watch (00:55)
  • Amazon Music now has podcasts (04:10)
  • Spotify adds polls to podcasts (07:45)
  • CBS All Access will rebrand as Paramount+ (08:50)
  • Quibi looking to sell (11:10)
• Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week: Jared was asking about how to conserve battery on Apple Watch (13:00)
• Also, Jared- Apple Pages export to Word (21:10)
• Takes:
  • Amazon’s fall hardware event: Echo, Ring, Cloud Gaming, and an in-home drone (24:15)
  • Gavin Newsom signs order banning sales of new gasoline cars by 2035 (33:40)
  • Apple App Store rejected 150,000 apps in 2020 (35:25)
  • Two Screens for Teachers charity (36:35)
• Security/Privacy:
  • Windows XP source code leaks online (38:35)
  • Texas county voter email system hit by Malware (40:15)
• Bonus Odd Take: People wearing headphones in movies, but they’re listening to podcasts (41:05)
• Picks of the Week:
  • Dave: Among Us Game (40:25)
  • Nate: Apple Watch Series 6 (45:50)
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