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Rocket
By RelayTechnology
Rocket episodes
- 80: Our Eff Bomb Episode
Christina, Simone, and Brianna talk about the rumored iPhone 7 leaks, and then take a scenic tour of hell discussing Twitter’s reaction to Leslie Jones’ harassment. The cherry on the sundae is Christina’s in-depth recap of the Taylor Swift vs. Kim Kardashian beef, and Simone’s reveal that she is, deep-down, a terrible person.
This episode of Rocket is sponsored by:- Textexpander, from Smile: Simply indispensable.
- Braintree: Code for easy online payments.
Links and Show Notes Apple might announce 3 different iPhone 7 models this year Video shows possible new iPhone 7 without headphone jack Purported iPhone 7 photo shows much bigger camera, fewer antenna lines | The Verge Twitter now lets anyone request a verified account | The Verge Why did Twitter take so long to finally ban one of its biggest trolls? Milo Yiannopoulos's Twitter ban, explained - Vox Getting banned on Twitter has nothing to do with freedom of speech | Polygon Can “Free Speech” be “Moderated”? Yes. — Learning By Shipping Kim Kardashian’s Taylor Swift-Kanye West Snapchat story, explained - Vox1 hr 26 min - 79: Pokémon Go, Going, Gone
This week, Simone, Brianna, and Christina talk about the Pokémon craze that is sweeping the world (again), as well as the safety concerns. Then, talk turns to Magic Leap and the promise of augmented reality.
This episode of Rocket is sponsored by:- Casper: Because everyone deserves a great night sleep. Get $50 off with the code ‘ROCKET’
- Blue Apron: A better way to cook.
Links and Show Notes Pokémon Go raises security concerns among Google users (update) | Polygon Pokémon Go will get trading, other features in updates | Polygon Pokémon Go's biggest missing features | Polygon Your biggest Pokémon Go questions, answered (update) | Polygon POKEMON GO - What You Need to Know - YouTube Pokemon Go is a huge security risk - adam reeve Magic Leap swore 'thousands' who tried its product to secrecy - Business Insider1 hr 7 min - 78: When Your Product is a Punchline
This week: Tesla, Apple, Snapchat and ... Blackberry. Seriously; that last one isn't a weird typo.
This episode of Rocket is sponsored by:- Squarespace: Enter offer code ROCKET at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase.
- TrackR: Find lost items in seconds. Get 30% off with the code ROCKET.
Links and Show Notes What the fatal Tesla Autopilot crash means for driverless cars Regulators open second Tesla probe following Model X crash, report says A Tragic Loss | Tesla Motors Apple granted patent for way to stop iPhones from taking photos at concerts or sensitive locations | 9to5Mac New Apple patent could block iPhone recording at concerts Snapchat introduces Memories: a searchable, shareable archive of your snaps | The Verge The BlackBerry Classic is officially dead1 hr 4 min - 77: That’s Non-Trivial
A very sick Simone de Rochefort powers through with Christina Warren and Brianna Wu, discussing the awesome Ghostbusters VR experience in Times Square, the dangers of technologically sophisticated cars, and finally the thinkpiece debate over Apple killing the headphone jack. And yes, we tried Mac N’ Cheetos.
This episode of Rocket is sponsored by:- PDFpen, from Smile: The ultimate tool for editing PDFs.
- Backblaze: The unlimited, native backup solution for your Mac and PC
1 hr 2 min - 76: #TOMSWIFT
This week on Rocket, your deeply wounded hosts discuss Apple’s decision to kill off the Thunderbolt display, as well as the new upgrades that come with macOS Sierra (Siri on your computer!). Then Brianna preaches the gospel of the HTC Vive, and Christina gets misty-eyed over TomSwift.
This episode of Rocket is sponsored by:- Gameyfi: A digital agency, specialising in the gamification of digital marketing.
- Blue Apron: A better way to cook.
Links and Show Notes macOS Sierra First Look | Mashable - YouTube macOS Sierra preview: Siri is just the beginning | The Verge What it's like to use Apple macOS Sierra RIP Apple Thunderbolt Display Spencer Pratt Weighs in on Taylor Swift and Tom Hiddleston Harry&Louis1 hr 9 min - 75: Live from AltConf 2016
Live from AltConf 2016, Bri and Christina were joined by Mikah Sargent and Rene Ritchie to talk about Apple's WWDC announcements.
This episode of Rocket is sponsored by:- Casper: Because everyone deserves a great night sleep. Get $50 off with the code ‘ROCKET’
- Blue Apron: A better way to cook.
Guest Starring:Rene Ritchie and Mikah Sargent
49 min - 74: Pirate Reform
Serenity Caldwell joins Bri and Simone to discuss App Store updates and Nest’s ongoing leadership crisis. Then Simone ardently defends Warcraft from the Haters.
This episode of Rocket is sponsored by:- Squarespace: Enter offer code ROCKET at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase.
Guest Starring:Serenity Caldwell
Links and Show Notes Major App Store Changes Announced – MacStories 'Nest is not for sale,' new CEO tells employees | The Verge1 hr 3 min - 73: Big Sister is Watching
Christina, Brianna, and Simone discuss the impacts of Apple switching to a triennial release cycle, as well as the rumors MacBook Pro with an OLED panel on the keyboard. Finally, they discuss the kerfuffle over Star Wars: Rogue One getting reshoots and whether it means anything at all.
This episode of Rocket is sponsored by:- Braintree: Code for easy online payments.
Links and Show Notes Would Apple really change the design cycle of the iPhone? Those rumors of an all-glass iPhone just got a lot more realistic Leaked Photos May Show Upcoming MacBook Pro's Top Case With Space for OLED Touch Panel, Four USB-C Ports - Mac Rumors New iMacs 2016 release date & new features rumours - News - Macworld UK Thunderbolt Display - More pixels and more possibilities. - Apple Star Wars: Episode 8 Is Getting Delayed, Get The Details - CINEMABLEND1 hr 16 min - 72: Obliterating Children
Brianna, Simone, and Christina discuss Microsoft’s new Xboxes and consumer trust, then veer into the tawdry world of the Peter Thiel and Hulk Hogan’s lawsuit against Gawker. To wrap things up, they go over Twitter’s latest update and how Overwatch is consuming their lives.
This episode of Rocket is sponsored by:- TextExpander, from Smile: Simply indispensable.
- Blue Apron: A better way to cook.
Links and Show Notes Sources: Xbox One getting huge upgrade in 2017, slim model later this year | Polygon Microsoft reportedly launching 'Xbox TV' devices next month | The Verge A Huge, Huge Deal Meet Peter Thiel, the Gawker-hating, Trump-supporting billionaire Facebook board member Peter Thiel, Tech Billionaire, Reveals Secret War With Gawker - The New York Times We Were Sued by a Billionaire Political Donor. We Won. Here's What Happened. | Mother Jones Coming soon: express even more in 140 characters | Twitter Blogs For students, the iPad is the ultimate computer1 hr 19 min - 71: Compulsory Heterosexuality
Christina, Brianna, and Simone discuss Google I/O and whether they’re eating enough of Google dog food, plus the newly released Captain America: Civil War and how it stands up even under all those superheroes.
This episode of Rocket is sponsored by:- Casper: Because everyone deserves a great night sleep. Get $50 off with the code ‘ROCKET’
- Blue Apron: A better way to cook.
Links and Show Notes Google previews its smarter, prettier Amazon Echo killer: Google Home | 9to5Google Soon you'll be able to access Android apps without installing them Google I/O roundup: Google’s ‘Assistant’ Siri competitor, Google Home, Allo & Duo messaging apps & much more | 9to5Mac The 10 biggest announcements from Google I/O 2016 | The Verge Google Home isn't good news for Nest Google’s Daydream VR spec for Android unifies phones, viewers, and controllers for a better experience | 9to5Google Daydream will be the reason you'll want a 4K phone | The Verge Civil War review: Marvel redefines the superhero genre once again | Polygon Spider-Man became the most boring superhero on film, but Marvel's changing that | Polygon1 hr 12 min
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Countdown to excitement! Every week Christina Warren, Brianna Wu and Simone de Rochefort had accelerated geek conversation. Tech, comics, movies, games and books, no galaxy is off limits! Hosted by…
Christina Warren, Brianna Wu, and Simone De Rochefort.
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