Dive into the latest tech buzz with our video on iPhone 17 Rumours, and is YouTube finally cracking down on clickbait?

In this episode, we explore the most exciting whispers about the upcoming iPhone 17 and look back at our tech highlights of 2025. Plus, we delve into the ongoing debate: which is best, external storage or NAS - very relevant if you’re just about to buy an M4 Mac mini

But that's not all! There’s plenty of YouTube news, too. We look at achieving sustainable growth as your channel becomes larger & we discuss YouTube's new A/B title testing feature and also how they are going to attempt to crack down on clickbait videos. And - invalid traffic is back…and it’s worse than ever! Is working for free sometimes a good idea, and what value does a manager bring to creators?

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Alex’s latest video: https://youtu.be/mzJT46G70b0?si=s5a-W9zq4VW0H6bw

David’s latest video: https://youtu.be/O4ooXaYb28E

00:00 Intro

02:00 Alex is STILL using an iPhone (begrudgingly!)

04:16 iPhone 17 rumours

07:40 Apple leaning into the Smart Home market in 2025

08:45 More Mac mini thoughts

09:30 Alex’s tech highlights of the year

12:56 And what was David’s highlight?

14:18 The best external storage options - SSDs or NAS?

21:17 CES - and the benefits of attending events in person

32:20 Sustainable Growth on YouTube

38:55 The effect AI is having on the creators’ space

41:55 YouTube starting Title A/B testing

44:25 YouTube cracking down on obvious clickbait videos

46:00 Alex and his new manager and the benefits they should bring

49:00 Working for free - is it worth it?

54:55 Invalid traffic is back!

56:55 The demise of AdSense

60:00 Pitching to brands

60:04 Auto-dubbing

The boys are joined by Patrick Rambles this week and kick off their chat to see if Daniel is any closer to switching to a Mac. Patrick, Alex & David all over Mac Mini insights to try and help the decision as they also compare the base model Mac Mini's to fully specced machines.

Alex updated us on how the No Android November challenge went and talked through the pain of switching ecosystems constantly, and diverted the chat to how he wants to use this as a showcase for future sponsor integrations.

Patrick also revealed his strategy of moving away from dedicated videos and trying and focus on core content for his channel as the focus of the pod switched to its usual look at YouTube and the business side of creating.

The chat couldn't be rounded up without a mention of the One UI 7 Beta at the end by Daniel, as he didn't want the pod to end without at least a chat about Samsung's latest software.

All that and more on this week's Minus Sixteen!

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Daniel’s latest video: https://youtu.be/wLSmENZ-1mE?si=XOq0R8aFTw6Pg1GJ

Alex’s latest video: https://youtu.be/mzJT46G70b0?si=QtDRGkPZQCQymdOR

David’s latest video: https://youtu.be/09rxYRTvG8U

Patrick's latest video: https://youtu.be/HUizYbqPUio?si=nPA0DQvmwL3pMl_U

00:00 Intro

02:00 Daniel’s M4 dilemma

06:10 Breaking out of an ecosystem

10:15 Patrick’s Mac of choice

12:00 The Mac mini - the perfect portable device - is Apple up to something?

17:55 Our OCD is happy!

18:10 Alex and his Android free life

23:15 Choosing brands for the business

26:55 Working with a manager

33:15 The balance of making dedicated videos

36:25 Apple fanboy videos

39:15 How much can you charge?

44:25 Should brands be more transparent?

47:25 Dealing with bad debts in the creator economy

52:55 The benefits of networking

56:00 One UI 7 Beta

59:10 Selling packages

60:00 Losing Twitter followers

The boys lost Alex this week as his Jaguar got scared after the rebrand and needed repairs.

David & Daniel started by discussing the positive side of tech YouTube and how they both intend to continue to be excited by tech rather than tired of it. This led to an early look into a fascinating new product from Samsung, the Galaxy Z Fold SE. Along with the new design, it sparked a conversation about product launches and Samsung's haphazard release schedule.

David then spoke about his massive Mac Mini video and what it taught him about creation and also the products he was testing, which then turned into a long, deep-dive discussion into the future of Daniel's editing set-up.

He is currently in a mind melt about switching from his beloved, but flawed, Galaxy Book 4 Ultra to a Mac Mini or M1 Max Macbook Pro.  He takes us on a long, twisted journey about what he is grappling with and David tries to help him navigate through. But he needs your help, so when you've listened, comment below!

The boys then discuss the hot YouTube news of the last 2 weeks, MKBHD. Rather than just straight up cancelling him, David & Daniel offer a balanced, fair analysis of the whole situation and try and offer perspective in the whole scenario.

All that & more on this week’s Minus Sixteen!

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Alex’s latest video: https://youtu.be/wRFFiuOFEYQ?si=5fQsXLG4hIwXc5b-

David’s latest video: https://youtu.be/nbwftAzMprI?si=mFAyVP4bUe7_D0u3

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00:00 Intro

01:15 Daniel’s enthusiasm is spreading

04:10 Does Samsung have a release schedule?

08:00 The Samsung Z Fold SE

16:52 David’s 50-hour edit

22:00 Daniel’s Mac mini buying dilemma

38:20 The MKBHD drama - our thoughts

This week started with a bit of chaos as it looked like Daniel's tech troubles would strike again.

Alex & David started without him and got straight into NEW Mac Mini chat.

The boys spoke about the new devices as well as the configurations they had purchased for themselves.

Daniel EVENTUALLY fixed his tech issues and joined as we got into Alex's No Android November challenge which prompted a great insight into daily drivers and what tech we rely on each day to support not only our businesses but also our lives.

We then diverted to YouTube and spoke about celebrating successful weeks on the platform with everyone hitting a 1/10 video, before discussing how we respond to comments and engage with our audience in unique ways.

We finished up with some new tech to look at, Daniel & Alex waxed lyrical over some DJI cameras before rounding off the episode. All that and more on this week’s episode of Minus Sixteen!

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Get in touch: [email protected]

Daniel’s latest video: https://youtu.be/cFheEYS0pKY?si=pr_UrvhWKx2z39J8

Alex’s latest video: https://youtu.be/Ya4MNSQ66Dk?si=Df1cAhhQM7m6p-L2

David’s latest video: https://youtu.be/OHZh_5c5Rbg

00:00 Intro

01:35 A busy time - true Tectember style

03:35 Let’s talk M4 Mac mini

08:45 The benefits of working on a Mac

13:30 Using external SSDs with a Mac  

16:40 Alex and his android free November

23:05 Synology possibilities

26:30 Hating on the S24 Ultra

32:40 Signal differences - iPhone - Samsung

35:05 Content is king

40:25 Engaging with viewers

52:32 Keyword research 

57:04 Osmo Pocket 3 and drones

Off the back of a hugely successful pod last time out, the boys are back with yet another YouTube success, Brad Colbow.

Brad is a YouTuber who caters to creative professionals and drills down on the products and resources available for artists and creatives.

We talk about Brad’s journey as well as ask him about his niche and how he settled on it. We talk about how he deals with brands but also how he's trying to move away from brand deals and more towards course offerings and self-sustainability. 

Since the last pod, the pay-to-play YouTubers are back in force and we analyse the promote tool and the impact it is having on the wider industry.

All that and more on another week of Minus Sixteen!

Get in touch: [email protected]

00:00 Intro

01:25 Meeting Brad Colbow

07:20 Brad on planning content 

12:10 Hitting the content wave

15:25 Embargo deadlines & protocols

23:30 Brad’s rapid growth spell  

29:15 Brad on selling his channel - well maybe!

31:30 Channel sustainability and YouTube Promotions

48:10 Selling courses & Memberships  

55:00 The imposter syndrome

63:00 Brad’s equipment set-up

66:00 Thoughts on the new iPad mini

74:00 Having fun with our tech! 

This week the lads have a special guest. Rising YouTube star Samuel Nam jumps on the pod to talk about his YouTube journey and his greater purpose for making content on the platform beyond just reviewing tech. He shares insights into his process, gear and overcoming his anxiety about posting his first video.

The boys then get into quite a long discussion about working with sponsors and how the current landscape of sponsorships is getting harder due to bigger creators buying views and inflating numbers.

YouTube also has released a new product, the boys discuss 3-minute shorts and the impact they could have on a channel.

All that and more on this week's Minus Sixteen!

Get in touch: [email protected]

00:00 Intro

01:35 Sam and his YouTube story

09:20 How sponsors change everything

13:15 Sam’s filming schedule

18:20 Daniel talking about the YouTube skippable ad hack

25:30 Sam’s way of incentivising advertisers and sponsors

30:50 How Daniel & Sam first met

37:25 Keyword search, titles and content

40:00 Outsourcing thumbnails -and how not to overthink them

44:25 A/B testing

50:00 The art of great titles

53:30 Nailing the first 30-seconds

55:20 3-minute shorts - do they make sense?

61:00 David’s rap tribute

➡️ LATEST VIDEOS

Sam - https://youtu.be/6vXKcsNwsCs?si=pE8T86SLMa7Tzbxo

Daniel - https://youtu.be/xBhz4KrpkdQ?si=dS8-kUtfNuJYvQkd

Alex - https://youtu.be/fi4j_RQ-tRs?si=6qiOIDfylWYCaLPf

David - https://youtu.be/cIlUhPJdK6s

In a short and sharp chat this week, the boys begin their chat with some insights into how they got their iPhones on launch day and David recounts the hustle and bustle it took to get him his devices in time for videos.

David & Alex both give their accounts of using the iPhone in the first week and talk about how the camera control button is positioned wrong and lacks enough functionality right now.

The chat then turns to the newest Samsung devices and naturally, Daniel offers his guidance on what Samsung should've done instead.

After the product chat was done, Daniel talked about the origins of his beef with Quinn from Snazzy Labs and why creators should support each other instead of spreading hate and derision.

Finally, in a stacked chat, they finish with insights and thoughts on the controversy surrounding MKBHD and the Panels app that was launched last week.

It may have been shorter, but it is not short on topics, so grab your best snack and enjoy the latest episode of Minus Sixteen!

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00:00 Intro

01:00 David & Alex iPhone 16 stories

06:00 iPhone 16 first thoughts

12:00 iPhone Mirroring

14:00 Samsung S24FE & Tab S10

20:55 Ceramic Shield issues & Camera Control woes

24:40 Daniel & Twitter

30:20 Marques & the Panels app 

39:00 Daniel passes the 50,000 sub mark

41:30 iPhone users apathy

#glowtime #apple #iphone16 

Another iPhone event is done and dusted, and the lads have some strong opinions on whether Apple has brought enough with their yearly showcase.

They break down the iPhone 16, Airpods 4 and a lazy update to the Watch Ultra 2 and AirPods Max.

David & Alex discuss what they ordered off the back of the event and the content they are planning.

When discussing YouTube, the lads discuss the thumbnail A/B testing again and revisit the hot issues of "buying views".

Finally, Alex discusses his recent travels to IFA in Berlin and how it had positive effects on networking in the creator Space.

All that and more on this week's Minus Sixteen!

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00:00 Intro

01:30 It’s Glowtime - the Apple Event - our take

08:45 Has Apple run out of ideas?

18:50 What David bought

22:10 Samsung’s latest update & iOS 18

31:25 Features to price ratio iPhone 16 and AirPods Max woes

42:28 Using YouTubes A/B testing and changing titles

45:50 Using hashtags and making content king

48:05 Brands know best - or do they?

56:45 Daniel’s take on thumbnail testing

58:55 YouTube Premium - does it affect a creator’s earnings

60:00 The risks of working alone  

64:00 Alex’s visit to Berlin

Lots to go through this time - sadly Daniel was not well, so it’s just David & Alex this time.

We go through the Glowtime event and what we are expecting from the event and also we show you the new iPhone 16 and its Capture Button as an exclusive on the podcast.

What makes a Pro user and can Pro’s work on iPads? Are you a Stage Manager or Split Screen user and would you buy a new iPad mini?

Then on to YouTube - we chat over paid promotions and the false value they give, how to earn trust with brands and how to remain faithful to your audience. 

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00:00 Intro

01:30 It’s Glowtime - the Apple Event

06:15 Why no Face ID on Macs yet?

08:30 The Capture Button on iPhone 16 Pro Max

10:00 Thoughts on The Vision Pro

12:12 Long-term thoughts on the 15 Pro Max - design 

16:00 What makes a Pro user?

21:27 Being Pro on an iPad 

24:00 Split Screen vs Stage Manager

28:08 iPad mini rumours

31:08 Alex & Garmin or Watch Ultra news

34:51 What else is coming our way at Glowtime?

37:25 Being genuine about what we make content about

38:50 S24 Ultra - problems 

41:30 Sony Xperia update

44:45 Will we ever need to buy another Mac Pro? 

47:02 YouTube Promote… 

53:40 A fine line - when is too much too much?

55:10 Earning trust with brands

60:00 Dedicated videos

61:05 Retention hack 

67:00 Music vs no music

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In this episode of the Minus Sixteen podcast, we take a look into the tech world's latest controversies and discussions, namely how Google and their PR agency have got into a bit of a pickle. We kick things off with the newly released Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, a device that has sparked mixed reactions among tech enthusiasts. Some say it looks odd and even ugly, prompting us to explore what might have gone wrong in its design. We also discuss how aesthetics play a significant role in consumer choice, and whether Google has missed the mark with this one. 

✨We are genuinely curious though, do you prefer the wider screen of the Pixel 9 Pro Fold or prefer the design Samsung implemented in their Galaxy Z Fold 6? Let us know in the comments! 👇🏼

Next, we tackle a more serious issue in the tech review community—potential biases among tech reviewers. We explore recent reports suggesting that Google has allegedly instructed content creators not to show favouritism towards other brands, with the threat of ending partnerships if they do. This has been confirmed by various creators on "TeamPixel" and the wording used is really quite strong, and borderline unethical.

This raises important questions about the transparency and integrity of tech reviews, as well as the trustworthiness of some large YouTube channels. Are these influencers being genuine, or is their content overly positive due to brand pressure?

Our conversation also touches on the Samsung Galaxy Watch, a device that has been praised for its features but criticized (mainly by Alex 😅) for its battery life. We discuss how this product might still be suitable for certain consumers despite its shortcomings, and whether the battery issues are a dealbreaker for most users. We weigh the pros and cons to help our audience make informed decisions.

😬 Finally, we delve into the serious allegations against YouTube sensation Mr. Beast. While the motivations behind these accusations remain unclear, we express our concern about how this situation could impact YouTube as a platform, especially in terms of sponsorships and brand relationships. With the potential fallout from this controversy, we ponder the future of content creation on YouTube and the possible ripple effects on other creators.

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00:00 Intro

02:06 Samsung Fold & Flip thoughts

11:00 Samsung watches - the good and bad 

19:00 Checking sleep data

22:55 Samsung Ring 

24:30 Vision Pro news  

34:00 What’s new with Google Pixel

38:15 Samsung Fold vs Pixel Fold 

42:45 5x cameras  - are we fans

45:30 Team Pixel 

60:03 The truth behind high-end brand deals

67:00 Is Mr Beast finished?