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0:00 Intro

0:12 Debreiging

0:37 - A not so great June Pixel Update

https://www.droid-life.com/2023/06/26/pixel-owners-again-met-with-battery-drain-issue-following-monthly-update/?fbclid=IwAR27vn-M83o_iWEVIF9b23VpZhxnRrREsQ6fVk5AX1l4IWhQ3jUR5dudiNY_aem_AYYIHYlrJIC0Q3ITeejjpG_UmFjsX6IZ7cvu41nv9ttqou1_GQQEnPkKUN6R2yYD5CI

1:52 - Microsoft Gaming Prices Increase

https://www.theverge.com/2023/6/21/23768400/microsoft-xbox-series-x-xbox-game-pass-price-increase

3:49 - Microsoft Leaked Project Q Price

https://gagadget.com/en/games/266314-more-expensive-than-expected-microsoft-has-accidentally-revealed-the-cost-of-sonys-playstation-project-q-handheld-c-amp/

4:28 - NFC Forum ’s Distance Improvement

https://www.phonearena.com/news/apple-pay-google-pay-improvements-coming_id148408#ljdic434awbr2r7jhst

6:25 - Google Album Archive will be no more.

https://support.google.com/picasa/answer/7008270?hl=en

7:51- DEALS

SAMSUNG 75-Inch Class Neo QLED HDR+ 4K ~ Down from $3,300 to $2,600 (21% off)

https://a.co/d/5fCeuVr

LG Sound bar combo ~ Down from $900 to $447 (50% off)

https://www.newegg.com/lg-s80qy-soundbar/p/N82E16886979190

8:45 - Pixel Fold Pre-Order problem

https://www.phonearena.com/news/google-randomly.cancelling-pixel-fold-orders_id148418

10:24 - Google Messages and RCS

https://www.phonearena.com/news/google-tests-rcs-badge-for-messages_id148351

12:43 - Netflix ContinuesContiues to rise to the Occasion

https://cordcuttersnews.com/netflix-is-eliminating-its-cheap-ad-free-plan/

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0:00 - Intro / The EU and Replaceable Batteries

https://www.androidpolice.com/eu-smartphone-batteries-glue-replace/?fbclid=IwAR15ZUzd48-kWlk_nJo9KwDsEm7EiqlNApoVXbkD3vntrCGT1a6Sw2NMOek_aem_th_AQ2ZUHrr0us5v2NqIgg-fEmHc5ds1dp_mrQ4uBFoxS7PGS3UALb23_uy89i5QLxBs6c

7:59 - Elon Mode is discovered,

https://www.theverge.com/2023/6/20/23767041/tesla-hacker-elon-mode-hands-free-full-self-driving-autopilot?fbclid=IwAR0DM2IVnxzxPhrp4Lhnme5PuMZsYhHfbOnpSeSj_BsvlcrJNQRWQbkCTAg_aem_th_AZjRZWYjL5UrJupb9uKJrtMsvQ4xqUXm1P4UEm7i5umIqatfj3zegcJqasNKJjRW53E

14:12 - intel going ultra

https://www.pcgamer.com/intels-ditching-the-i-in-core-i5i7i9-and-will-stop-calling-out-chip-generations/

23:09 - Apple adjusts Financing on Unlocked iPhones

https://9to5mac.com/2023/06/15/apple-card-financing-sim-free-iphones/?fbclid=IwAR2CvqHb79wqQWREljgUNGmYlZWWB_k0kjJPh8TVVEJ-OVsbwuQo-h1uiec_aem_th_AWJdKqd-UHZzIwrMUv-YcSg0U3NvzA3A53YNY0s3EWdY0-sCjTYxbe6NoacCU6hzUCc

29:36 - Microsoft and the Mail app

https://www.thurrott.com/windows/284471/outlook-for-windows-replace-mail-and-calendar-apps-september-2024?fbclid=IwAR3KmOqvqxVZYhZ9rBOHnRCtBeQHUW2lNUYsyaxQi9iV86X5dJfUhDFRDQw_aem_th_AQ39uOw2LGdZUXU9y1C6OMnR7Goo49qaGemhAj6mkh-wyYsgioCXZWaLE6rm35C8rfU

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I do apologize for the inconvenience but do to health issues, I was unable to fully complete the description for this episode at the time of upload.

Details on AirCard

https://9to5mac.com/2023/06/16/hands-on-aircard-puts-apples-find-my-tech-into-an-nfc-enabled-digital-business-card/

AirCard on Kickstarter

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/rollingsquare/aircard-find-your-wallet-always?utm_source=kickbooster-direct&utm_medium=kickbooster&utm_content=link&utm_campaign=1c7b3aa6&ref=4h4mwx

Logitech G502 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Mouse is down 41% from $150 to $88.

https://a.co/d/4wUBRnj

PIxel 6 Pro 128G is discounted $415 from $900 to $485

https://a.co/d/hbO1ckD

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> 0:00 Intro

> 0:15 The USPS and dogs

> 2:26 Quick Apple Announcements

- Recurring payments on Apple Cash

- Reminders organizes grocery lists

- tvOS allows VPN Apps

- Huawei had dibs on Vision

> 4:37 Pondering the lifespan of Intel Macs

> 6:02 Spotify Offline Playlists

> 7:02 Nord N30 5G open for Pre-Orders

> 10:42 Acoustica and Mixcraft 10

> 12:00 Deals (See links in this Google Doc)

> 14:26 GM & Ford pair up with Tesla

> 16:53 Samsung Unpacked Coming in July

> 19:29 OnePlus V Fold Specs

> 23:26 Sony WF-/-XM5’s Leaks

> 25:40 Blue Microphones phases out

> 28:46Meta Has a New Quest

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0:00 Intro / Vision Pro

4:44 RAZR & RAZR+

13:03 Apple Event

13:08 Mac Lineup

13:26 15” MacBook Air

14:23 Mac Studio M2 Max & Ultra

15:54 Mac Pro

17:41 MacOS

20:34 Airpods/Homepods & tvOS

25:09 iOS 17

38:33 iPadOS 17

39:44 watchOS 10

Apple OS Beta reviews on Youtube

> macOS

> “AirpodsOS”

> iOS 17

> iPadOS 17

> watchOS 10

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> LG 48” Ultragear UHD OLED Gaming Monitor is down $490 from $1,500 to $1,010

> JBL Bar 5.1 is currently down $300 from from $700 coming right in at just under $400 and note that this incorporates a sound bar and a 10” sub

> The Beats Studio 3’s are now seeing a whopping $180 discount down from $350 for only $170.

> Massive deal on Sony Xpheria 1 Pro at 45% off

> Sony LinkBuds S a little over $50 off

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Due To Character limitation on RSS, full description can be found here that include links

0:00 – Intro

0:16 - Starbucks and their polarizing move

3:02 Quick Announcements

- ChatGPT comes to iOS

- MAXimizing HBO

- WWDC 2023 nearing soon.

- iPhone 16s getting a little Bigger

5:40 - Wear OS 4 may get Material You

6:59 - Google’s stance on inactive accounts

9:40 - WhatsApp gets text editing

11:08 - iOS 16.5 Fixes and Problems.

- Georgia joins Digital ID

12:13 - Apple Watch Gets Mean & Green

14:13 - Apple Watch Series 9 Rumored Chipset.

15:43 - YouTube to open community tab to everyone

17:23 - Carl Pei Chimes in on Phone (2)

21:27 - Pixel Buds get possible noise cancellation enhancement

23:18 – Deals

24:59 - Logic and Final Cut Pro For iPad

27:34 - More Moto Razr Rumors

30:34 - Montana takes aim @ TIK TOK

34:54 - Walmart continues to refuse Apple Pay

39:07 - Pixel 8 Rumors Heating up

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0:00 – Intro

0:41 – 2-in-1 Hulu/Disney

1:49 – Youtube TV & Cordcutters

3:50 – iPhone 15/Plus possible delays

6:22 – MLS 1-month Trail via Apple

7:44 – Deals

9:48 – EU Says Yes to MS and ATVI

11:47 – M3 Chips on the Horizon

14:38 – Google I/O Recap & Opinions

~ Pixel Tab

~ Pixel Fold

~ Pixel 7a

Goole I/O 10 Min review

16 Min Review from ‘The Verge’

Deal links:

- Anker 525 65W Charging Adapter ( with USB-C / USB-A / and Household outlets), receives a 25% Discount. Simply check the coupon box below the price and the discount will be seen when added to your cart.

- JBL Xtremem 2 is down $250 from $430 – now on sale for $150

- Watch Apple Ultra down $98 from $800 – now on sale for $702

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0:00 > Intro

0:15 > Texas & EV Gas Taxes

4:30 > T-Mobile Credit Card AutoPay

5:16 > Google Books Logo

7:58 > Apple Supply Chain 15” MB Airs

9:09 > Pixel Tab Specs leaked on Amazon

9:52 > Health & Wallet App iOS 17

11:44 > NFL Shunned Apple for Sun. Ticket

16:34 > WhatsApp Beta for WearOS

19:26 > Deals - Click here or all deal links

21:02 > Dyson Zone hilarity

27:21 > Pixel Fold Teaser Debuted

28:07 > Pixel 7a Price leaked prior to I/O

34:00 > EU back at Apple (AGAIN)

37:18 > Next Gen Bluetooth Expected w/higher Speeds

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Due to the expanded content from this week's episode and RSS’s character limit, the Description and all associated links can be found in this Google Doc. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1L3WTMX7LxjU0ZnShIQU45YO4v5zj2f4LieJmZuuM_2o/edit?usp=sharing

0:00 - Intro

0:16 - Microsoft/Activision Update

4:33 - OnePlus ceases Pad sales in Germany

6:54 - Netflix & PW Sharing update (Spain)

9:13 - iOS 16.5 Minor Features additions

10:56 – Action-Button Still Remains (iPhone 15)

11:44 – WatchOS 10 Rumored Features

17:05 – USB-C Earpods & MFi USB-C cables

18:05 – Samsung Fold and Flip 5 Rumors

22:28 – Upsale Gaming from Qualcomm

24:28 – Deals

26:45 – Pixel 7a Expected Colors

28:28 - Pixel 8 Pro Primary Camera Sensor

29:40 – Pixel Fold Hands-on Video

32:01 - Google Tracker may have a name

33:46 – Beats Studio Buds Plus

36:04 - Macs at WWDC? Maybe.