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Sep 18
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Hands on reviews with iPhone 17 Pro, iPh...

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Chance got review units of all the new phones, so we take the opportunity to talk about his hands-on experiences with iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone Air and the new AirPods Pro 3. Just how good is Apple’s new lineup? Also, Benjamin has eSIM woes in preparation of his iPhone Air delivery. 

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Chance Miller

Benjamin Mayo

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