504: E Stands for Essence

We're not too thrilled about the Mr. Beast collab with Google, or Google Maps renaming Lake Ontario. We explain why the latter happens every time a lake gets unnecessarily renamed. 

New phone, new problems. Andy regales us with the tale of upgrading to the Pixel 11 Pro XL. 

Andy pretends he's got a four-year-old Pixel that needs upgrading. You'll never guess what happens next. And why is Google buying up Spirit Airlines' data? 

(Sorry about the editing error earlier) Nvidia is investing in self-driving AI tech. Google has given up the ghost and is making Chrome a full AI tool. Would you tolerate advertisements on the screen of your smart refrigerator? And why Apple executives are growing worried about O ... Show More

How those iPhone leaks happened (maybe), the scooter permits happened and some big names got snubbed, Google’s secret deal with MasterCard, and the weekend long reads suggestions. Links:Exclusive: This is ‘iPhone XS’ — design, larger version, and gold colors confirmed (9to5Mac)Ex ... Show More

Lots of gadget news this week! David, Jake Kastrenakes, and Allison Johnson start by talking about the iPhone 16E, which is both the cheapest compelling iPhone in a long time and a deeply odd addition to Apple's phone lineup. They also discuss the end of the Humane AI Pin, the la ... Show More

Well that was fast. Apple apologized for the “Crush” Ad, saying they missed the mark on that one. Microsoft is launching a mobile game app store. Elevenlabs is getting into the music generating game. And of course, the Weekend Longreads Suggestions. Links: Apple apologizes for iP ... Show More

Timestamps: 0:00 sorry maybe next time 0:11 Apple M5 iPad Pro, Macbook Pro, Vision Pro 1:41 ROG Xbox Ally X reviews, leaks 3:19 ChatGPT restrictions lifted 5:16 Vessi x LMG giveaway! 6:01 QUICK BITS INTRO 6:13 Windows 10 support ends 6:54 Nvidia DGX Spark launches 7:24 Pixel 10 P ... Show More

0:00​ - Have you had your Tech Booster? 0:05​ - Is AMD Rembrandt a work of Art? 1:14​ - Apple didn't want to say they were hacked 2:20​ - Your Gas Prices have been hacked!!!! 3:17​ - Manscaped 3:42​ - People want privacy with Apple 4:21​ - Apple Airtags Jailbroken 4:54​ - ... Show More

Apple's iPhone 15 reveal fails to impress my producer Tari. Google's antitrust trial is underway. The government starts to ask questions about AI. And much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Apple releases new iPads, Magic Keyboard, Apple Pencil Pro and software. iPad ad gets crushed with criticism, Apple 2nd quarter results and Apple Watch AFib history gets FDA approval. Plus reviews of iPad Pro M4, Magic Keyboard and Pencil Pro, ChatGPT 4o and the PGA and F1 racing ... Show More

This week we're discussing the highs and lows of Apple rumors: WHERE ARE THE NEW IPADS? And what exactly is the new Apple Pencil's role in the line-up? Then, Brianna finally has a chance to talk about her impressions of her new iPhone 15 Pro Max!