The Insanely Great Show

iOS 7, Mavericks, Mac Pro, iTunes Radio + More

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 23:51:59 -0400

3:24 - iPad Stand
6:15 - WWDC Keynote in Review
11:56 - iOS 7
23:51 - iTunes Radio
33:25 - OS X Mavericks
48:19 - New Mac Pro
1:16:15 Adobe Kuler

Big news dump this week from Apple. We'll be taking a look at the biggest stuff from WWDC including our impressions of the new iOS 7 and OS X Mavericks. Plus iTunes Radio and the all new Mac Pro.

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Tim Cook, Retro Gaming, WWDC, Arrested Development

Thu, 30 May 2013 23:34:05 -0400

1:15 - Apology video
6:00 - Water park and poo
14:18 - iOS 7 Delayed? Flat Design? Car integration?
44:38 - Google Now
54:13 - Call of Duty Ghosts
1:00:48 - Apps of the Week

This week a few big rumors about iOS 7. Everything from delayed launch date to a new look and car integration. Also Google Now launches for the iOS. Plus a story from Mike's boring life. And new next Call of Duty game is announced and your app of the week.

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Lots of iOS 7 rumors, Google Now, CoD Ghosts + More

Thu, 02 May 2013 23:38:24 -0400

1:15 - Apology video
6:00 - Water park and poo
14:18 - iOS 7 Delayed? Flat Design? Car integration?
44:38 - Google Now
54:13 - Call of Duty Ghosts
1:00:48 - Apps of the Week

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University Surplus, WWDC, Tim Cook Auction, + more

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 23:35:26 -0400

07:37 - University Salvage Shopping
20:40 - WWDC '13
34:30 - New Apple Products?
45:25 - Tim Cook
1:01:11 - App of the Week (MindSnacks + Focus Twist)

This week Mike goes shopping for treasure. Apple announced WWDC date and tickets sold out in less than two minutes. Will we get some new products or have to wait until fall? Also Tim Cook is selling 30 minutes of his time for charity. What would you ask?

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iSteve movie, Twitter Music, CoD Black Ops 2 Uprising, kissing cousins, weather + more

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 23:27:02 -0400

4:20 - YouTube App
9:56 - Ron Johnson + JCP
26:26 - Black Ops 2 Uprising
33:03 - iSteve Movie
39:22 - Twitter Music
50:05 - Apps

This week we take a look at the hard to describe iSteve movie from Funny or Die. Also talk a bit about Ron Johnson and JC Penny. Plus CoD Black Ops 2 Upraising came out this week. And Twitter announced their new music discovery service.

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Microsoft Stores, Emergencies, iOS 7, Selling iTunes, Facebook + more

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 00:19:10 -0400

2:18 - Rodger Ebert and my shower
10:25 - Microsoft Store Story and the Squelf
30:13 - iPhone emergency alerts
38:58 - iOS 7 delayed?
42:23 - Selling your iTunes songs
47:40 - Fake iPhone cases
55:56 - Facebook Home
1:08:43 - App of the Week

This week Brian walks into a Microsoft store, Mike gets scared out of bed and some rumors of the next iOS release. Also you can't sell your iTunes purchases, fake iPhone cases and the new Facebook phone that's actually just your Android phone. Plus the app of the week.

App of the Week: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/photo-guard-protect-your-private/id488125473?mt=8

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T-Mobile, Final Cut Pro, Apple 4K TV, April Fools

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 08:48:08 -0400

06:56 - iPhone on T-Mobile
27:20 - Final Cut Pro Suite Update
32:40 - Apple marketing Final Cut Pro
38:48 - Apple 4K TV?
51:35 - April Fools
57:22 - App of the Week

This week T-Mobile gets the iPhone with some interesting flexibility and features for customers. Also Apple updated its video editing suite plus is looking to regain some trust among scored customers. Also latest rumors on an Apple HDTV, and why April Fool's day sucks. Plus of course you app of the week.

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Apple ID security upgrade, Adobe CTO to Apple, iPhone camera, plus iOS update

Sat, 23 Mar 2013 09:57:25 -0400

5:30 - NCAA Brackets
9:46 - Apple ID Two-Step Verification
22:29 - Adobe CTO goes to Apple
27:26 - Getting the most out of your iPhone camera
48:00 - HiRise Laptap Stand
51:13 - iOS and Apple TV Updates
53:55 - App of the Week - Color Thief

This week Apple institutes new two-step verification on Apple ID accounts. Also the former Adobe Flash warrior takes a job at Apple. Plus a discussion about the iPhone camera and apps. Also some updates with iOS 6.1.3 and Apple TV. Plus your app of the week.

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OS X Update, Pebble Watch, RSS, iTunes profits, CoD, Galaxy S

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 09:39:45 -0400

4:29 - OS X
11:54 - Pebble Watch + Apple Watch
27:07 - iTunes Revenues
35:48 - RSS
50:05 - CoD Micropayments
1:03:30 - Samsung Galaxy S4
1:05:41 - App of the Week

This week we take a look at the 10.8.3 OS X update. Also some talk about the Pebble smartphone watch and how it may pave the way for an Apple watch. Also Google is killing off Reader, so what does this mean for RSS? And the iTunes ecosystem is proving to be pretty profitable.

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An Apple watch, PS4, security and bug fixes, cheap iPhone and slippers

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 14:14:22 -0500

1:38 - Avoiding Killer Drones
7:01 - Apple Watch?
19:19 - Playstation 4
36:17 - Java
41:04 - iOS Update
42:25 - $200 iPhone
50:58 - Slippers
55:28 - Balls App

IGS is back this week and we recap some of the more interesting items from Apple and the world of tech. Rumors keep spinning of an Apple watch. Also Apple put out a bug fix for it's older Java implementation that caused some security issues. And iOS get a bug fix. Also the Playstation 4 got announced, and will there be a $200 entry level iPhone? And finally talk slippers and your app of the week.

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iPad XL, Apple TV Updates, CoD Map Pack, Fake Rumors

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 09:31:53 -0500

0:30 - Meat Sherpas
13:13 - 128 GB iPad
25:20 - iOS 6.1
27:06 - Apple TV Update
29:37 - New Apple TV?
32:48 - Fake Rumors
39:28 - Call of Duty
48:33 - Pepper Mill
53:37 - THX Tuneup

This week Apple releases a 128 GB iPad, also some updates for iOS and Apple TV. Plus we'll talk about fake rumors, and the new map pack for Black Ops 2.

Pepper Grinder
http://amzn.to/VsyKrg

THX TuneUp
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/thx-tune-up/id592624594?mt=8

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CES wrap-up, cheap iPhones, falling iPhone sales? plus FaceTime on AT&T

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 10:38:55 -0500

Back from Las Vegas, we'll talk about the big CES show. Also some rumors about a cheaper iPhone version, plus iPhone sales might be taking a dive, or not. Also AT&T expands FaceTime capabilities on its network.

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New Year iOS Bug, Next iPhone? CES Preview

Fri, 04 Jan 2013 09:37:46 -0500

7:55 - iBooks issues
11:40 - Do Not Disturb Bug
14:22 - iPhone 6,1?
17:45 - CES Preview
53:53 - NNGotW: Fever Tree Ginger Beer
57:18 - App: Cycloramic

First show of 2013 tracks a couple of new Apple items. An iOS bug with Do No Disturb surfaced and we talk about the feature, plus a poorly timed Apple TV commercial. Also apparently Apple will release another iPhone and there are some rumors about it. And we'll preview the big CES show out in Las Vegas next week.

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- Fever-Tree Ginger Beer
- Cycloramic

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End of Year Review - 2012 Apple products plus Holiday wrap up

Fri, 28 Dec 2012 09:22:15 -0500

1:15 - Holiday Recap
21:27 - Apple in 2012 - Mountain Lion
33:03 - iPads
37:25 - iOS 6 + Maps
46:00 New iMacs
55:57 iPhone 5
1:07:20 - iPods
1:10:58 - iTunes 11

Final show of 2012. We'll talk about holiday gifts and revisit Apple's major product launches for the year. Everything from iPhone 5, iPad mini, iTunes 11, Mountain Lion, etc, etc. You get the idea.

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Google Maps, Flying, Haswell, Instagram, Klean Kanteens, 1Password

Fri, 14 Dec 2012 14:26:46 -0500

8:45 - Google Maps
27:00 - FAA and Electronic Devices
35:32 - Intel Haswell CPUs
39:04 - Issue with 27-inch iMacs, 3TB drives + Bootcamp
42:34 - Instagram and Twitter
48:44 - Klean Kanteens
53:53 - Google Maps + 1Password

Google released their own maps app for the iOS. It was rumored, but still everyone was a little surprised. Also a senator is threatening the FCC to revisit its in-flight rules on electronics. Plus some rumors on the next CPU from intel due next year. Also Facebook and Twitter get into a slapfight and we all lose, plus Mike's favorite drinking container, and we have a new version of 1Password!

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Tim Cook, GTA Vice City, T-Mobile, iPhone sans contract, Eneloop Batteries (#71)

Fri, 07 Dec 2012 08:36:20 -0500

0:01 - Intro/Christmas Trees
5:11 - iPhone 5 w/ no contract
12:23 - iPhone on T-Mobile
15:45 - Tim Cook: iMacs Made in USA
23:50 - Tim Cook: Apple TV
28:20 - Tim Cook: Apple Re-org
31:42 - Tim Cook: Maps
38:26 - Gadgets: Eneloop Batteries
48:26 - Grand Theft Auto: Vice City

Tim Cook has been doing some media interviews. We'll talk about a couple big profile pieces coming out this week. Also T-Mobile will be getting the iPhone and perhaps more, plus now you can get an iPhone 5 without a contract. Also Grand Theft Auto: Vice City hits the iOS for lots of fun, and lastly we'll talk about rechargeable batteries.

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iTunes 11, new iMacs, Black Ops 2, Black Friday (#70)

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 23:57:47 -0500

3:55 - iTunes 11
16:51 - New iMacs Shipping
33:56 - iMacs and Hackintoshes
39:49 - Black Friday
54:37 - Black Ops 2
1:05:23 - Random Non-Nerd Gadget of the Week: New Oven
1:11:12 - App of the Week: 500px

iTunes 11 gets released and Apple starts taking orders for the new iMacs. Also catching up on other stuff like Call of Duty Black Ops 2 and Black Friday stuff. Plus a new segment, Random non-nerd gadget of the week, and also your App of the Week.

Show Links:

iTunes 11 Info
http://www.macrumors.com/2012/11/29/roundup-of-changes-in-itunes-11/

500px
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/500px/id471965292?mt=8

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Mini Smart Cover, 12W Adapter, Fusion Drive, Apple execs, iTunes (#69)

Fri, 02 Nov 2012 10:08:36 -0400

1:05 - Windows 8
12:08 - iOS 6.0.1
15:49 - iPad mini Smart Cover
23:02 - 12W USB Charger
29:45 - Fusion Drive
40:56 - Apple Corp Shake-up
56:38 - iTunes Delay
1:03:12 - App of the Week

This week we check out the iPad mini Smart Cover as we await the mini itself. Also a discussion on the new 12W USB Power Adapter from Apple. Plus some follow-up on the new Fusion Drive system, and Apple shook up its front offices. Also, iTunes gets delayed, and your App of the Week.

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iPad Mini, iPad 4, iMac, Mac mini, Fusion Drive, 13" MBP (#68)

Fri, 26 Oct 2012 09:10:33 -0400

3:14 - iPad mini
20:19 - iPad 4
30:05 - Mac mini
33:15 - New iMac
39:58 - Fusion Drive
49:49 - MacBook Pro 13" w/ Retina Display
54:11 - Apps of the Week + Video game nostalgia

Apple did another product dump this week and we'll sift through it all. Biggest news is the iPad mini is finally real. Also Apple surprised everyone with by releasing an updated iPad. Plus the iMac got a major revision, 13-inch MacBook Pro gets a retina display, and the Mac mini gets a speed bump. Plus your App of the Week!

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Lightning Adapters, iPods, iPhone 5 Issues, + More (#67)

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 08:46:14 -0400

1:32 - Space Diving
6:10 - Lightning Adapters
18:55 - iPods Shipping this week
35:11 - iPhone 5 Issues
45:09 - Follow-up on iPhone Trade Ins
50:28 - App of the Week

Apple's Lightning adapters shipped this week. We'll talk about the pros and cons of the pricy and a bit limiting adapters. Also the new iPods started shipping and also talk about the shuffle. Plus a discussion about some of the issues with the new iPhone 5. Lastly a little follow-up on trading in iPhones.

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Maps alternatives, iPad Mini, iPhone 5 cases, Jobs stories (#66)

Fri, 05 Oct 2012 08:28:54 -0400

3:43 - iOS Maps
28:12 - iPad Mini
38:37 - iPhone 5 Cases
53:08 - Steve Jobs
59:30 - App of the week

This week we take a look at some alternatives to Apple's Maps app in iOS 6, including Google Maps Website. The Website version this week finally brings Street View to the iOS via Safari. Also this week there are some new rumors of iPad Mini going into production. Plus we'll talk about iPhone 5 cases and what we look for in protecting our own phones.

Show Links

Maps Alternatives
http://arstechnica.com/apple/2012/10/replacing-ios-6-maps-hands-on-with-mapquest-bing-waze-google-nokia/

iPad Mini
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10000872396390443635404578033684191275730.html

Steve Jobs Stories
http://www.forbes.com/sites/connieguglielmo/2012/10/02/untold-stories-about-steve-jobs-friends-and-colleagues-share-their-memories/

Tim Cook Profile
http://www.businessweek.com/articles/2012-10-03/mapping-a-path-out-of-steve-jobs-shadow#p1

Measured
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/measured-measure.-store.-share./id488749934?mt=8

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Apple TV, iPhone scratches, and thoughts on the iPhone 5 + Brian Visits (#65)

Mon, 01 Oct 2012 10:56:19 -0400

0:01 Brian Visits
5:08 - iOS 6 Maps
14:33 - Apple TV Update
22:02 - iPhone 5 Scratches
33:25 - iPhone 5 Sales
38:58 - Thoughts on the iPhone 5
1:11:38 - Apps of the Week

Brian is live in studio this week. We'll be talking about the new Apple TV update, plus concerns over scratching the back of the new iPhone. Also some more on the new Apple Maps, plus our overall comments about the new iPhone 5 after a week of use.

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iPhone 5 Ships! Selling your iPhone, Apple Care, Maps (#64)

Fri, 21 Sep 2012 08:57:35 -0400

3:05 - iPhone 5 Launch
21:32 - LTE Markets (ATT/Verizon/Sprint)
27:20 - iPhone Trade in
33:01 - Apple Care +
39:16 - iOS 6
44:04 - New Maps app
1:04:00 - App of the Week

It's iPhone 5 eve and we'll be talking about pre-ordering and which options we got and why. Also how to get some easy cash for your old iPhone, plus is Apple Care worth it? Also this week iOS 6 launched and the new Maps is a turd. Plus your rant and app of the week!

Show Links

- LTE Coverage
- iPhone Trade Ins
- iOS 6 What's New
- Maps Museum of horrors
- App of the week - LouderLogic by McDSP

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iPhone 5, iPod touch, iPod nano, EarPods, Lightning, iTunes! (#63)

Fri, 14 Sep 2012 08:46:03 -0400

2:12 - iPhone 5
29:54 - iPod touch
38:38 - iPod nano
45:01 - New iTunes
49:08 - Wireless charging
50:58 - Apple's EarPods
56:50 - Lightning connector and accessories
1:04:30 - Follow-up Stolen UDIDs
1:05:43 - App of the Week - Diptic

This week Apple showed up a bunch of new products for the next month or so. This week we'll talk about the iPhone 5, iPod touch 5G and iPod nano 7G. Also Apple announced new ear phones called EarPods, plus a new USB interface for all new devices. Also Apple showed up a little about upcoming iTunes. Lastly we'll have our App of the Week.

Show Links

- iPhone 5
- iPod touch & iPod nano
- iTunes
- EarPods
- Lightning Connector/Adapters
- Follow-up - UDIDs
- Diptic

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Apple Announcements, Apple HDTV, iOS Getting Stale?, stolen UDIDs (#62)

Fri, 07 Sep 2012 08:44:33 -0400

1:12 - Fall TV Guide
3:22 - Apple Event Announcement / iPhone 5 / iOS 6
12:35 - New iPods?
15:29 - iPad Mini?
23:58 - Apple HDTV News
40:25 - Is iOS Getting Stale?
54:44 - Hacks steal Apple UDIDs
1:07:52 - App of the Week - Virtual DJ

This week Apple delivers word of its next big product launch, which of course is next week. Smart money is the next iPhone and it will be called iPhone 5. Also we might get a refresh of iPods, but what about the iPad mini? Plus some scuttlebutt about Apple TV. Also is iOS getting stale, or are mobile users just spoiled? Lastly we talk a little about the release of 1 million stolen Apple UDIDs by hackers.

Show Links

- Apple Announcement
- New iPods?
- Bloomberg: Apple TV
- Released Apple UDIDs
- VirtualDJ

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FaceTime on AT&T, Evil Geniuses, Apple v Samsung, Angry Email, Facebook App (#61)

Fri, 24 Aug 2012 09:01:07 -0400

6:00 - FaceTime on AT&T
19:34 - Evil Apple Geniuses
31:52 - Apple vs Samsung Lawsuit
43:26 - Mike's PR Rant
56:00 - App of the Week - Facebook update

Dog days of summer mean not much in the way of new product announcements. At least we can still count on some extremely compelling news out of the Apple/Samsung patent trial! Also any given week you can pretty much count on AT&T doing something stupid. Also, who would have thought? Apple store employees behaving very badly. Mike goes off on a rant about an email he got, plus your app of the week.

Show Links:

- AT&T FaceTime
- Evil Geniuses
- Apple/Samsung Case
- App 'O the Week: Facebook

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iPad mini, fake rumors, Google security, online backups (#60)

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 11:27:00 -0400

1:33 - Latest on the Apple TV
12:33 - iPad Mini size, parts
21:55 - Fake Apple rumors
29:25 - Break in at the Jobs household
33:21 - Google 2-Step Verification
42:55 - Online Backups
58:27 - App of the Week: Dark Sky

This week the iPad mini rumors have their day in the sun. Also, apparently if you put a little effort into creating a fake Apple rumor, many publications big and small are eager to eat it up. Also a follow-up to last week's discussion regarding account security, we'll talk about Google's two-step security system. Lastly we'll discuss online backups on the Mac, plus the App of the Week.

Show Notes:

- Pad Mini
- Fake Rumors
- Google Two Step Verification
- Dark Sky

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YouTube App, iCloud hack,passwords Apple v Samsung, plus more! (#59)

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 08:45:20 -0400

0:51 - Olympic Babes
1:31 - Avatar on the Twitters
4:21 - Status Kill
6:10 - Curiosity Specs
11:20 - YouTube app on iOS
19:15 - Genius Ads
20:47 - Apple/Amazon Hack, backups, account security
41:07 - Apple v Samsung, coping Apple
59:28 - Wi-Fi Plus Cellular on iOS 6 beta
1:02:12 - App of the Week

This week Apple pushed out iOS 6 Beta 4. Not too much new, but one thing missing is the YouTube app. Also Apple's customer support got the social engineering treatment, and we talk about some interesting developments in whole slap fight between Apple and Samsung. Lastly of course is your App of the Week.

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New iPhone in September? Mountain Lion after week 1, Hulu+ on Apple TV Plus More! (#58)

Fri, 03 Aug 2012 09:06:21 -0400

0:40 - The Olympics
5:56 - Experiences running Mountain Lion
26:03 - New iPhone and iPad Mini launch dates?
36:04 - California Headphone Company / Michael Phelps
38:54 - Hulu Plus on Apple TV / TV Streaming Quality
42:45 - Amazon Instant Video / Amazon Prime / Netflix
50:04 - Saga of David Pogue's Lost iPhone / Find my iPhone
59:55 - App of the Week - Slices

The rumor mill pegs the date for the next iPhone, and maybe also the iPad Mini and new iPods. Last week we installed OS X Mountain Lion and talk about how things are going. Also Apple shipped its Thunderbolt Firewire adapter, and Apple TV now has Hulu Plus.

(Note: Skype was acting up during the show that resulting in some cross-talk audio issues.)

iPhone/iPad rumors

Thunderbolt Firewire Adapter

David Pogue's Lost iphone

Hulu Plus

Amazon Prime Streaming

App of the Week: Slices

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AT&T Shared Data Plans, Day Z, EPEAT Repeat, iMac updates? + more! (#57)

Fri, 20 Jul 2012 10:57:01 -0400

3:38 - Followup on EPEAT Story
12:29 - AT&T Shared Data Plans + vs Verizon + Data Caps vs Unlimited + Facetime
34:44 - Day Z Game
44:52 - Next iMac Update?
50:12 - iOS 6 Beta 3
54:17 - App of the Week: DMD Panorama

AT&T followed Verizon's lead and announced it will offer shared data plans across multiple devices. A followup from last week, Apple returned its products to EPEAT environmental certification, including the new Retina MBA. Also we talk about this Day Z game, the next iMac update

Show Links:

EPEAT
http://www.electronista.com/articles/12/07/13/gets.same.score.as.other.macbooks/
http://mashable.com/2012/07/18/epeat-thin-laptops/

Shared Data Plans (ATT/Verizon)
http://news.cnet.com/8301-1035_3-57474547-94/at-t-vs-verizon-who-has-the-better-shared-data-plan/

App of the Week: DMD Panorama
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/dmd-panorama/id441183050?mt=8

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Mountain Lion goes GM, more iPad Mini, Caffeine addiction, SyFy Movies + More! (#56)

Thu, 12 Jul 2012 23:22:18 -0400

03:07 - iPad Mini Rumors
19:04 - OS X Mountain Lion GM
29:29 - Apple EPEAT Controversy
52:30 - Mike's Caffeine Addiction
59:35 - Strange product promotion
1:02:17 - SyFy Original Movies
1:10:10 - Tiny Wings 2.0
1:11:29 - ThinkBook

Apple releases the golden master for Mountain Lion and iPad Mini rumors seem to get a lot of play during the slow summer news cycles. Also Apple thumbed its nose at the EPEAT certification consortium. Also, Mike hasn't have caffeine in a month. Tune in to see the aftermath. Plus odd game promotions and SyFy movies. Big show, tune in!

Show Links:

* iPad Mini Rumors
* OS X Mountain Lion GM
* EPEAT
* Crabs and Penguins
* Tiny Wings
* ThinkBook

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Playing w/ the MacBook Air, USB 3.0, Thunderbolt Ethernet Adapter, MS Surface (#55)

Fri, 22 Jun 2012 09:03:57 -0400

01:33 - MacBook Air
19:20 - USB 3.0
23:35 - Thunderbolt to Gb Ethernet Adapter
32:45 - Microsoft Sufrace
42:22 - Trend of Macs with Less Upgrades and Repairs
49:20 - Reflection & Pixelmator

Mike bought his first MacBook Air. Also, the cool stuff about having USB 3.0. Plus a look at Apple's new Thunderbolt to Ethernet Adapter. Microsoft Slate and that keyboard, and lastly, a talk about Apple's trend for less upgradable and repairable computers with the MacBook Pro Retina Display and MacBook Air.

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* New MacBook Air
* Thunderbolt Gb Ethernet Adapter
* Surface Tablet
* Reflection
* Pixelmator

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New Macs at WWDC, 3D Maps, Ivy Bridge, Chick-Fil-A + More! (#54)

Fri, 08 Jun 2012 09:02:03 -0400

This show is boring as hell. The rumor mill has been in overdrive leading up to next week's Apple World Wide Developer Conference and we take a look at what to expect for new Macs. Also, a discussion about the new Ivy Bridge CPUs that will be in the new Macs, except the Mac Pro. Also, Google announced a new 3D mapping system before Apple is rumored to do the same. Also we'll talk about the collection of Steve Jobs interviews at the All Things D conference, which are now available on iTunes. Plus traveling with NAVIGON, Chick-Fil-A, The Mothman, and your future governor of West Virginia.

0:34 - Mystery Chicken
5:32 - New Macs for WWDC
19:32 - Ivy Bridge Updates for Macs + Viewer Comments
37:15 - Google 3D Maps foreshadow Apple's announcement
46:38 - Podcast of Jobs' Appearances at All Things Digital + Observations
55:38 - Traveling with NAVIGON app
59:50 - Chick-Fil-A
1:00:45 - Exploring West Virginia
1:12:18 - App of the Week - Total Adjustment for FCP

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- Ivy Bridge Macs
- Google 3D Maps
- All Things D on iTunes

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Cook vs Jobs, More Pixels for the next iPhone, Jaws, Yahoo Axis, Facebook Camera + More! (#53)

Fri, 25 May 2012 09:34:19 -0400

Fortune has an interesting profile of Tim Cook and contrasts his leadership style with Steve Jobs. Also, latest iPhone rumors adds vertical pixels, plus a look at some new apps from Yahoo and Facebook. Lastly, we talk about two new software packages from Panic, Coda 2 and Diet Coda for Mac OS and iOS.

02:20 - Movie of the Week: Jaws
04:43 - Article Profiling Tim Cook
18:45 - Yahoo Axis
28:42 - Next iPhone rumors call for a taller display
46:55 - Facebook Camera App - Hands On
55:16 - Coda and Diet Coda - Hands On

Fortune: http://tech.fortune.cnn.com/2012/05/24/apple-tim-cook-ceo/
Axis: http://axis.yahoo.com/
Facebook Camera: https://www.facebook.com/mobile/camera
Code & Diet Coda: http://www.panic.com/

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iPad mini Rumors, Ivy Bridge Macs, Greedy AT&T, and Black Ops 2 Lawsuit + More!

Fri, 11 May 2012 08:55:24 -0400

Another week, another iPad mini rumor. We talked about the idea of 7.85-inch iPad a few weeks ago and now people are willing to throw some dates and prices at the wall. Also, AT&T's CEO complains about its best thing going since touch-tone, plus Black Ops 2 stays in the news as it could spark a lawsuit from Infinity Ward. Lastly, we'll talk about the new Ivy Bridge CPU that launched just a couple weeks ago and what it might mean to Macs.

00:30 - Aging Rock Bands
03:36 - Cars
05:50 - Kaaaaaahn!
08:36 - Latest iPad Mini rumors
17:16 - When to expect Ivy Bridge Macs?
22:43 - Raspberry Pi
25:41 - AT&T Complaining about the iPhone
35:19 - Black Ops 2 Lawsuit
41:10 - Max Payne 3 & Diablo 3
45:28 - Sony Losing Money
46:42 - Samsung OLED TVs
51:52 - App of the Week - N.O.V.A. 3

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iPhone rumors, Black Ops 2, WWDC, Screen Cleaners (#51)

Fri, 04 May 2012 08:54:04 -0400

Rumors of a bigger iPhone keep coming, Black Ops 2 gets announces, WWDC issues, and what's a good screen cleaner? Plus Smokey and the Bandit and CB radios.

01:00 - Batteries
04:53 - Smokey and the Bandit + CB radio
09:13 - Issues with WWDC
23:08 - Call of Duty: Black Ops 2
39:11 - Latest next iPhone rumors
47:23 - Screen Cleaners
1:05:21 - App of the Week
1:07:13 - Avenger Xbox Controller

Tickets for WWDC 2012 Sell Out in Under Two Hours
http://www.macrumors.com/2012/04/25/tickets-for-wwdc-2012-sell-out-in-under-two-hours/

The New iPhone: Size, Screen + New Connector (Plus iPod touch)
http://www.ilounge.com/index.php/backstage/comments/the-new-iphone-size-screen-new-connector-plus-ipod-touch/

SkyDrive App
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/skydrive/id477537958?mt=8

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Final Cut Pro X News, Hackintosh Project, Instagram (#50)

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 23:53:31 -0400

Mike's first Hackintosh is nearly complete. We'll talk about why I'm building a hack and things are turning out, and preview of some future content. Also, we got some news out of NAB about upcoming Final Cut Pro X updates. Plus the whole Facebook Instagram thing

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Draw Something, iPad WiFi Issues, In app purchases, buying a new monitor (#49)

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 09:20:24 -0400

2:14 - April Fools Day, Google glass
10:34 - Draw Something, Paper, In-App Purchases
28:02 - App Bars
34:41 - Apple vs Dell vs HP IPS Displays
48:45 - Potential Wi-Fi issues with new iPads

Draw something is crap, the good and bad of in-app purchases. Plus choosing a new monitor that might be from Apple.

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New iPad controversies and thoughts on the new iPad after one week (#48)

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 08:14:46 -0400

It's been nearly a week since the iPad 3rd Gen shipped. We'll talk about what we think of all the new features. Plus a look at all the fuss over some issues over heat, WiFi, and LTE bandwidth.

4:00 - iPad Issues
7:32 - Reports of Hot iPads and Consumers Reports
16:34 - Reports of Wi-Fi Reception Issues
20:45 - Reports of LTE is too fast for your data cap
29:42 - Retina Display
35:35 - LTE
35:55 - New iSight Camera
38:33 - 1 GB of memory and game developers
41:15 - Graphics Performance
43:40 - iPad as a hotspot vs LTE MiFi
49:28 - Battery charging and battery life
54:33 - Is it worth upgrading from an iPad 2?
56:33 - App of the week: Angry Birds Space

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iPad Eve, Lytro Camera, Old School Keyboards, NCAA basketball, + More! (#47)

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 09:30:37 -0400

iPad and basketball excitement is in the air. Also, a discussion of the Lytro light field camera, and mechanical keyboards.

0:30 - NCAA Tournament
5:15 - iPad Eve
11:09 - Apple TV 3rd Gen
20:16 - iOS improvements, iPhone camera mode
24:29 - Lytro camera
38:21 - Mechanical keyboards
51:28 - UPS My Choice
55:52 - App of the Week - NCAA March Madness

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New iPad, Apple TV, iOS 5.1, iPhoto app plus more! (#46)

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 09:30:36 -0500

Apple announced the new iPad this week and we'll hit the major new features. Also, which iPad is the one to get, plus is it worth upgrading? Also an update to the Apple TV was announced, and iOS 5.1 was released. Lastly, Apple released a new iPhoto app for the iPad and iPhone that's pretty cool

03:18 - Twitter
06:18 - New Apple TV
13:55 - iPad New Features
16:45 - iPad No Siri?
19:14 - iPad 4G LTE
22:37 - iPad iSight Camera
25:49 - iPad A5X Processor
27:32 - iPad Retina Display
30:15 - Should you upgrade?
38:22 - Which model to buy?
43:03 - Naming the new iPad
59:35 - iOS 5.1
1:06:10 - iPhoto App + App of the Week
1:16:05 - Reminiscing the PITA of buying the iPad 2

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iPad 3, Apple TV, Mastered for iTunes and high quality music (#45)

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 09:15:29 -0500

This week we talk about the upcoming iPad 3 announcement. Also, will there be an update to the Apple TV? Odds are while talking about the Apple TV there will be complaints about an Apple TV-TV. Plus a discussion about Mastered for iTunes songs and the situation of high quality music on the Mac.

02:20 - Showtime vs HBO and Scream and Dave's Old Porn
09:48 - Mike is a jerk and won't respond to your email
14:03 - The Next iPad: Overanalyzing the invite
20:09 - Naming the next iPad
23:40 - Rumored new iPad features
38:35 - Update to Apple TV?
47:10 - Mastered for iTunes and 24-bit iTunes music
53:57 - Discovering DACs and high quality Music
1:03:30 - iTunes Match and Lossless Audio
1:09:29 - App of the Week

Mac OS turning into iOS? Mountain Lion, Message (#44)

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 11:43:09 -0500

This week we check out OS X Mountain Lion, plus the new Messages beta app for the Mac. Also what's the deal with the Mac OS turning into iOS?

iPad 3 rumors, iTunes Match royalties, universal apps, plus more! (#43)

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 08:42:07 -0500

1:02 - American Idol, Will Ferrell, Puppy Bowl, Sasquatch
10:31 - Patriots fan coping with Superbowl loss
14:07 - iPad 3 rumors
28:43 - iTunes Match royalties and streaming
34:44 - New high resolution Mac OS X cursors. So what?
41:15 - Buying separate iPad and iPhone versions of same app
53:15 - App of the week

This week generated quite a few iPad 3 rumors. Also, we learned a little more about how iTunes Match handles royalties and perhaps why Apple doesn't like streaming. Plus a debate about buying both an iPhone and iPad version of an app.

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Final Cut Pro X Update, Buying iMac/MacBook Air, Facebook, + More! (#42)

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 09:17:48 -0500

0:55 - Ground Hog Day
6:48 - Final Cut Pro X Updates
20:48 - New Apple Retail VP
27:25 - Apple Corporate vs Retail Employees
31:43 - Facebook IPO
45:50 - Mike wants a new iMac, but has to wait. Maybe a MacBook Air
1:00:22 - App of the Week - http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id296581815

This week we dive into the latest updates for Final Cut Pro X, plus Motion and Compressor. Also, Apple has hired a new VP for retail. Also, when is a good time to buy a new MacBook Air and iMac? Plus the big Facebook IPO.

Apple Makes Money, MW3, Macworld Expo, Evil Apple (#41)

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 09:37:49 -0500

1:05 - TV shows, political debates, X-Files
8:18 - Product reviews
9:15 - Macworld expo
17:40 - Apple financial results
21:45 - Running the numbers on Apple stock price
23:49 - Remember when Apple wasn't "evil"
36:34 - Call of Duty/MW3 Map Packs
49:30 - App of the week: Squrl

This week we talk about Apple's financial results (spoiler: they make money). Also a look back at the old days of less successful and evil Apple. This week also saw the first map pack for MW3.

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CES Wrap-up, Apple's iBooks/iTunes U, SOPA (#40)

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 11:11:12 -0500

This week we review last week's gluttony of tech that is CES. Also this week Apple announced some new initiatives for the education market with iBooks and iTunes U.

CES 2012 Video Playlist:
http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5A04B48936A630CE

02:43 - CES Travel
06:17 - CES/Las Vegas Impressions
08:55 - Comcast
11:32 - CES Content
12:48 - Apple Store Shopping
17:00 - Brian's First CES
23:57 - Working CES
29:36 - YouTuber Party
37:04 - CES Product Highlights
53:01 - CES Tips
58:52- Apple's iBooks 2, iTunes 2, iBooks Author
01:01:50 - Creating iBooks
01:03:35 - iTunes U
01:07:07 - SOPA/PIPA
01:10:58 - MegaUpload

Christmas gifts, does product price make it suck? plus more! (#39)

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 01:20:17 -0500

The last Insanely Great Show of the year. This week we talk about the worst Christmas gifts, plus if Mike and Brian got anything interesting. Also, a discussion about product pricing. Does it really matter how much something costs in deciding whether its crap or quality?

Baldwins Behaving Badly, Siri Wish List, Apple's Newest Store + More (#38)

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 08:57:29 -0500

Join us for another episode of the Insanely Great Show. This week, we look at the new Apple Store inside Grand Central Terminal in New York City. Also Alec Bladwin has some serious Scrabble issues. Plus some ideas on future Siri features and more!

4:40 - Football and Indianapolis
11:48 - Grand Central Apple Store
16:19 - Baldwins Behaving Badly
23:05 - Jawbone UP Issues
32:47 - Siri Wish List
41:11 - Myth Busters
47:29 - Twitter Followers
54:05 - App of the Week

Infinity Blade II, Smartphone Tracking, Bathroom TVs + More (#37)

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 08:17:33 -0500

Join Mike and Brian for another edition of the Insanely Great Show. This week we talk a little about the highly anticipated Infinity Blade II game for the iOS. Also your smartphone may be spying on you... again. Plus latest Apple TV rumors and more.

Explaining iTunes Match, iPhone 4S Battery still not great, NAVIGON (#36)

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 08:57:13 -0500

Join us as we talk about the just released iTunes Match music service. What does it do, what does't it do, and is it worth it? Also an update on the iPhone 4S battery, is it getting any better with the iOS 5.0.1 update and some tips for improving its life.

3:24 Reality Shows
10:24 iPhone 4S Battery, iOS 5.0.1, Future Updates
20:38 iTunes Match
44:48 Music Suggestions
49:26 Twelve South Plug Bug
52:57 NAVIGON 2.0

iOS 5.0.1, Mobile Flash, MW3/CoD Elite, Jawbone UP, 4G MiFi (#35)

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 13:21:44 -0500

Big show this week. Mike and Brian talk about the just-released iOS 5.0.1, which should help some battery issues with iPhone 4S. Also the long national nightmare is over as Adobe kills mobile Flash. Plus a look at the Jawbone UP and Samsung 4G MiFi on Verizon. Lastly, it's CoD week and we talk about pwning noobs and the noobs at Beachhead Studios try to keep the hamster wheels turning on Call of Duty Elite.

- 6:22 iOS 5.0.1 Update + Battery Tips
- 12:05 Jawbone UP
- 21:32 Verizon 4G MiFi Hotspot
- 33:17 Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 + Elite Problems
- 49:52 Mobile Flash
- 55:03 Steam Hacked
- 57:00 Worst Week, Ever: Penn State + Sports

iPhone 4S Battery Fix, iTunes Match Progress (#34)

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 09:31:53 -0400

This week Mike and Brian talk about the expected fix for the iPhone 4S battery. Also the progress of iTunes Match and more.

03:09 Modern Warfare 3
09:43 iPhone 4S Battery Fix
23:24 iTunes Match Progress
24:32 Cards App
28:05 Mac Pro Getting Killed?
42:54 iPhone Migration Problems and Fixes
52:55 Siri Outage and Improvement ideas
59:08 App of the Week

iPhone 4S Camera, Apple TV Rumors, Snow Blowers, Steve Book, + more (#33)

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 08:42:54 -0400

Join us as we talk the iPhone 4S, this time a closer look at the camera. Also this week the big Steve Jobs bio is released, snow blowers, plus we'll talk about the idea of an Apple TV err.. TV.

iPhone 4S experiences, death grip poke, and more (#32)

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 10:53:25 -0400

After a week of tinkering with the iPhone 4S, Mike and Brian will talk about the various features. Special guest host, Siri.

iPhone 4S, Rumors, AppleCare +, iOS 5 (#31)

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 10:51:12 -0400

Join us as we record the weekly podcast live on YouTube. It's iPhone Eve and we talk about ordering and waiting for the new iPhone 4S. Also, we'll talk about all the rumors and crap leading up to the iPhone announcement and release. Plus, we'll discuss AppleCare +, AppleCare, and other extended warranty and insurance programs. On top of that, iOS 5 and all sorts of stuff got pushed out by Apple this week. Another world-class show!

iPhone 4S Announcement, Features and Launch + iPod Updates (#30)

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 08:27:53 -0400

Join us as we discuss the iPhone 4S announced earlier this week. It goes on sale next Friday and we'll talk about the features and picking up the new iPhone. Also, we'll talk about the new iPod announcements, plus iOS 5 and iCloud.

New iPhone predictions, iPhone announcement, Spotify + more! (#29)

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 08:25:54 -0400

Join us live Thursday night as we record the Insanely Great Show podcast!

This week, we finally have a date for the new iPhone launch. With that, we will pull out the iPhone rumor score sheet and make our predictions. Also, what's the deal with Spotify and Facebook? Lastly, we will look back at past iPhones and see which is the best versions and why.

Gears of War 3, iPhone 5 announcement, Netflix + more (#28)

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 08:36:04 -0400

This week we talk about a WSJ report of the iPhone 5 announcement. Also this week Gears of War launched and Brian was at the launch party. We'll also talk about the latest stupid from Netflix. Tune in to see the podcast recoded live!

Black helicopters, Lion Recover Disks, iPhone 5 when? (#27)

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 08:25:47 -0400

Tune in at 10 PM ET for the weekly podcast. This week we speculate some on the iPhone 5 release, iOS controlled toys, and the OS X Lion recover disk options.

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iMac screen issues, 4G Hotspots, 1Password, iTunes Match + More! (#26)

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 16:18:50 -0400

This week we discuss the latest iTunes Match Beta, plus changes for 1Password users w/ version 3.9 and beyond. Also, Brian talks about some iMac issues, and a new Verizon 4G hotspot.

Steve Jobs and giveaways (#25)

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:43:32 -0400

This week's Insanely Great Mac we talk about Steve Jobs stepping down. We talk about what it may mean for Apple and what we'd like to see.

HP Rage Quits, Googarola, iPad 3, ATT Haterade + More! (#24)

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 09:08:22 -0400

Retweet This - http://clicktotweet.com/W26yA

iPad 2 Giveaway:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hB_hsp77aQo

New York's MTA Releases Grand Central Terminal Apple Store Renderings
http://www.macrumors.com/2011/08/16/new-yorks-mta-releases-grand-central-terminal-apple-store-renderings/

Apple Campus 2
http://www.cupertino.org/index.aspx?page=1107

A peek at Steve Jobs' book jacket
http://tech.fortune.cnn.com/2011/08/16/a-peek-at-steve-jobs-book-jacket-front-and-back/

Apple Pushes iPad 3 to 2012 Due to Retina Display
http://www.macrumors.com/2011/08/15/apple-cancels-ipad-3-orders-for-2nd-half-of-2011/

One Million Online Users Bringing Rift Between Sony-Microsoft Games: Tech
http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2011-08-16/million-online-bringing-rift-between-sony-microsoft-games-tech.html?cmpid=yhoo

OuchPad: Best Buy Sitting on a Pile of Unsold HP Tablets
http://allthingsd.com/20110816/ouchpad-best-buy-sitting-on-a-pile-of-unsold-hp-tablets/?mod=tweet

Leaked FCC Doc Reveals Details Of AT&T's Strategy For T-Mobile Deal
http://techcrunch.com/2011/08/12/leaked-fcc-doc-reveals-details-of-atts-strategy-for-t-mobile-deal/

Starbucks pays $75K in suit filed by woman with dwarfism
http://www.elpasotimes.com/ci_18707661

Star Wars Coins Will Be Legal Tender in Niue (knee you aay)
http://www.wired.com/underwire/2011/08/star-wars-coins/

AT&T streamlining individual messaging plans August 21st, leaving unlimited as the sole survivor
http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/17/atandt-streamlining-individual-messaging-plans-august-21st-leavin/

IGShow App of the week:
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/air-playit-streaming-video/id449212860?mt=8

HP Rage Quits, Googarola, iPad 3, ATT Haterad

Patent Mania, Best Buy Credit, VUDU/Kindle, Plus much more! (#23)

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 12:21:07 -0400

Patent Mania, Best Buy Credit, VUDU/Kindle, Plus much more!

Apple TV update, Comcast, iCloud, latest news etc (#22)

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 11:07:49 -0400

Apple TV update, Comcast, iCloud, latest news etc

Slow MBA Drives, Spotify, Netflix Alternatives, and lots lots more (#21)

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 12:25:12 -0400

Slow MBA Drives, Spotify, Netflix Alternatives, and lots lots more

Mac mini, MacBook Air, OS X Lion, Netflix Rage + More (#20)

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 13:18:46 -0400

This week we discuss all the Apple news with the MacBook Air, MacMini, Thunderbolt Display, and OS X Lion. Also discuss the recent Netflix pricing changes, plus much more.

iPad/iPhone Rumors Gone Crazy, iPad 2 Jailbreak, ATT Insurance, HDTVs + more (#19)

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 11:41:29 -0400

Our weekly podcast talking all things Apple. This week Mike stresses over plasma TVs, we talk all the iPhone and iPad rumors, the new first jailbreak for the iPad 2, ATT iPhone insurance, plus more.

Final Cut Pro X FAQ, Black Ops Maps, Google+ (#18)

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 15:33:04 -0400

Final Cut Pro X FAQ, Black Ops Maps, Google+

What's the deal with Final Cut Pro X + More (#17)

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 15:31:37 -0400

This week we talk about the Final Cut Pro X launch and what we think of it vs Final Cut Pro 7, plus more!

iOS 5, OS X Lion, iCloud + Much More (#16)

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 14:13:48 -0400

iOS 5, OS X Lion, iCloud + Much More

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WWDC, Mac Defender, MW3 + more (#15)

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 14:11:24 -0400

The upcoming Apple WWDC
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Skype/MS Deal, Apple Retail Stores, Upgrading the new iMac + More (#14)

Fri, 20 May 2011 16:26:22 -0400

Skype/MS Deal, Apple Retail Stores, Upgrading the new iMac + More

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New iMacs, iOS update, Mac Malware + Mole Death Traps (#13)

Fri, 06 May 2011 13:13:09 -0400

New iMacs, iOS 4.3.3/4.2.8, New Mac malware + more

White iPhone 4, iPhone Location Tracking Explained + More (#12)

Mon, 02 May 2011 08:50:38 -0400

We talk about the White iPhone 4, and Apple responds to the iPhone location tracking hubbub.

Apple is Spying on You! Plus Portal 2, Apple Q2 Results + More (#11)

Fri, 22 Apr 2011 11:56:22 -0400

Mike and Brian this week will look at stories spreading like wildfire that Apple is spying on you. We'll play myth busters on two different stories. Also, we'll look at the big Portal 2 launch this week, and Apple's FYQ2 financial results. Big show, tune in to see it happen.

Apple Final Cut Pro X, video editing of days past + more (#10)

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 14:20:37 -0400

This week, we'll discuss the details unveiled at NAB regarding the major revision to Final Cut Pro.

Why Mike doesn't jailbreak, why Brian does + A visit to Epic Gaming (#9)

Sun, 10 Apr 2011 13:48:29 -0400

With the release of the new jailbreak for iOS 4.3.1, we'll talk about the pros and cons of jailbreaking devices. Mike never has done it and doesn't want it, and Brian will talk about why he does the breaking of jails.

AT&T + T-Mobile, Ads in paid games w/ Angry Birds Update (#8)

Sat, 26 Mar 2011 12:09:19 -0400

We discuss AT&T purchasing T-Mobile and also the recent Angry Birds update that includes ads. Plus, news and lots more

Trying to buy an iPad 2 on launch day, is there such a think as a perfect gadget (Podcast #7)

Sat, 19 Mar 2011 12:23:47 -0400

It was a bit of an adventure trying to buy an iPad 2 last week. We discuss that and the inevitable issues that pop up after a major Apple product release.

Insanely Great Show -iPad 2 Launch (Podcast #6)

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 12:07:20 -0500

On this week's show we talk about iPad 2 launch details and all the options available for purchasing the new iPad.

Insanely Great Show - iPhone 5 rumors and more (Podcast #5)

Sat, 19 Feb 2011 11:26:39 -0500

On this week's show we talk about the wave of new iPhone 5 rumors. Specifically the idea of a Nano iPhone and and iPhone with little to no storage.

iPad Rumors, Does a 3G iPad make sense with Personal Hotspots? (Podcast #4)

Sat, 19 Feb 2011 11:05:45 -0500

This week's show we discuss the various iPad rumors. Also we talk about if it makes sense it buy an iPad with 3G when you can use your iPhone as a personal hotspot.

iPod touch Giveaway, Macworld Expo, Adventures in Palo Alto (Podcast #3)

Sat, 05 Feb 2011 11:15:53 -0500

Episode 3 we wrap up the Macworld Expo from last week. Also talk about visiting Apple HQ and cruising around Palo Alto. Plus news and more.

Steve Jobs, Macworld Expo Preview (Podcast #2)

Sat, 22 Jan 2011 11:12:51 -0500

Episode 2 we talk about the Steve Jobs news, preview and reflect on Macworld Expo, and more. Also look at the X-Shot tripod/handle mounting system and the ModulR iPad case and stand.

CES Wrap-up and more (Podcast #1)

Sat, 15 Jan 2011 11:14:27 -0500

This is a pilot episode of a podcast I'm developing. We're trying some stuff out and working to put together a fun show.