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Withings Body Comp Scale and Listener Request for iPhone Camera Tips
September 12, 2022 10:16 - 49 minutes - 34.4 MBBryan and Jeff take a listener request and share their iPhone camera tips and tricks. They also take a detour to talk about the new Body Comp scale from Withings, plus Ms. Marvel and She-Hulk. Sources referenced in this episode: Ms. Marvel She-Hulk Attorney at Law Rosencrantz & Guildenstern are Dead Withings Body Comp scale […] The post Withings Body Comp Scale and Listener Request for iPhone Camera Tips appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
iOS and NFT Security, Plus Streaming Service Costs
August 20, 2022 22:51 - 1 hour - 46.8 MBBryan and Jeff start off with iPhone and iPad-related security warnings, and then hop into what to watch out for with NFT-related scams. They also look at the state of streaming service pricing, what they’re willing to pay for, and what annoys Bryan in The Orville season 3. SPONSOR: LinkedIn Jobs – Go to LinkedIn.com/ACM and get your first […] The post iOS and NFT Security, Plus Streaming Service Costs appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
The Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 1 Finale Review
August 12, 2022 06:37 - 50 minutes - 35 MBBryan and Jeff take a look at the Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season 1 finale, and throw back to the classic Star Trek episode, “The Balance of Terror.” They also dive in to other Trek shows like DS9, Enterprise, and the original animated series. Since they can’t stay on topic, you get detours into […] The post The Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 1 Finale Review appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
The NFT Super Show
July 31, 2022 00:18 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBBryan and Jeff dive super deep into the world of NFTs, why it’s still a wild west world, and what happened with Seth Green’s stolen NFT saga. They also talk about Bored Apes Yacht Club, AIPES, Huxley, Crypto.Chicks, NFT scams, NFT licensing and ownership, and more. Did we mention this is a super deep dive? […] The post The NFT Super Show appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
iPhone: Lightning vs USB-C, Bryan’s Second Studio Display
July 17, 2022 16:15 - 51 minutes - 35.8 MBBryan finally set up his second Apple Studio Display! That means it’s time for a new discussion about working with a dual-display set up. Plus, Jeff tries to trigger Bryan with some thoughts on whether or not the iPhone will ditch the Lightning port in favor of USB-C. Sources referenced in this episode: Apple Studio […] The post iPhone: Lightning vs USB-C, Bryan’s Second Studio Display appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
Apple Tech in For All Mankind, Apple Studio Display Nano-Texture Glass
June 30, 2022 21:54 - 52 minutes - 36.5 MBBryan and Jeff talk about the alternate timeline Apple technology showing up in “For All Mankind” season 3. Bryan has been using the new Apple Studio display for a couple months, so they look at what he’s liking and what disappoints him, and also explain nano-texture glass. SPONSOR: Kolide – Kolide sends employees important, timely, […] The post Apple Tech in For All Mankind, Apple Studio Display Nano-Texture Glass appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
CarPlay and the Future of Autonomous Cars
June 25, 2022 23:34 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBBryan and Jeff have ideas on what’s in store for Apple’s upcoming CarPlay features, the state of autonomous cars, ride sharing, public transportation, and Obi-Wan Kenobi. Spoiler: Obi-Wan doesn’t have anything to do with CarPlay. SPONSOR: LinkedIn Jobs – Go to LinkedIn.com/ACM and get your first job post for free! Sources referenced in this episode: CarPlay in iOS 16 […] The post CarPlay and the Future of Autonomous Cars appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
WWDC 2022: iPadOS 16 and ToasterFridges
June 17, 2022 07:54 - 42 minutes - 29.6 MBBryan and Jeff talk about the evolution of the iPad and iPadOS 16, Microsoft’s Surface fumbles, the ToasterFridge, and Bryan’s complete lack of memory of the original iPad keyboard. SPONSOR: Zocdoc – Zocdoc is a FREE app that shows you doctors who are patient-reviewed, take your insurance and are available when you need them. Go […] The post WWDC 2022: iPadOS 16 and ToasterFridges appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
WWDC 2022: Passkey, M2 MacBook Pro, and More
June 10, 2022 08:18 - 52 minutes - 36.5 MBBryan and Jeff do their best to analyze Apple’s WWDC 2022 keynote presentation. They do manage to talk about the event’s production quality, Passkey support, and the M2 13-inch MacBook Pro before realizing they ran out of time. SPONSOR: Kolide – Kolide sends employees important, timely, and relevant security recommendations for their Linux, Mac, and […] The post WWDC 2022: Passkey, M2 MacBook Pro, and More appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Jeff’s Browser Rant
June 08, 2022 09:35 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MBBryan and Jeff share their thoughts on the first two episodes of Obi-Wan Kenobi on Disney+, and the racist comments some show watchers have directed at Moses Ingram. Bryan also humor’s Jeff’s frustrated rant on web browsers. Sources referenced in this episode: Obi-Wan Kenobi on Disney+ Star Wars The Clone Wars Workona Firefox Anson Mount […] The post Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Jeff’s Browser Rant appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
Jeff’s Apple ID and HomePod Therapy Session
May 26, 2022 06:05 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MBBryan and Jeff talk about the crazy problems with Jeff’s Apple IDs and how he finally resolved them. They also walk through his fix for ongoing HomePod and Siri issues, and toss in an iPhone spam phone call tip. SPONSOR: LinkedIn Jobs – Go to LinkedIn.com/ACM and get your first job post for free! Sources referenced in this episode: […] The post Jeff’s Apple ID and HomePod Therapy Session appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
The Star Trek Picard and Strange New Worlds Review Episode
May 17, 2022 21:27 - 51 minutes - 35.8 MBBryan and Jeff watched the Star Trek Picard season 2 finale and Star Trek Strange New Worlds first episode and have a lot of thoughts about both. The talk about what they liked, what they didn’t, and drop in lots of Trek trivia, too. Warning: This is a spoiler-filled episode. SPONSOR: Zocdoc – Zocdoc is […] The post The Star Trek Picard and Strange New Worlds Review Episode appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
1Password 8 First Impressions
May 09, 2022 07:29 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBAgileBits just released 1Password 8 for the Mac, so Bryan and Jeff installed it right away so they could share their first impressions. They take a look at 1Password’s new interface, Universal Access, the revamped Watchman feature, and Jeff’s upgrade problems. They also share their thoughts on the decision to develop the new Mac version […] The post 1Password 8 First Impressions appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
Bryan and Jeff Analyze Elon Musk’s Twitter Bid
May 04, 2022 02:27 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBBryan and Jeff have plenty to say about the news that Twitter accepted a deal for Elon Musk to buy the social media network for about $44 billion. SPONSOR: Hunter Douglas – Visit HunterDouglas.com/ACM for your free Style Gets Smarter design guide with fresh takes, creative ideas and smart solutions for dressing your windows. Sources […] The post Bryan and Jeff Analyze Elon Musk’s Twitter Bid appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
The Ebook Reader Battle: Kindle versus iPad
April 22, 2022 01:16 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MBJeff picked up an Amazon Kindle, which means Bryan and him have the perfect opportunity for a Kindle versus iPad mini reading experience comparison. They take a look at the displays, reader apps, battery life, the overall reading experience, and more. SPONSOR: LinkedIn Jobs – Go to LinkedIn.com/ACM and get your first job post for free! SPONSOR: Zocdoc – […] The post The Ebook Reader Battle: Kindle versus iPad appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
Hands on with Apple Studio Display
April 15, 2022 06:02 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBBryan just got Apple’s new Studio Display, and Jeff has plenty of questions. They also talk about monitor arms and VESA mounts, webcams, and Wordle because why stay on topic? SPONSOR: Hunter Douglas – Visit HunterDouglas.com/ACM for your free Style Gets Smarter design guide with fresh takes, creative ideas and smart solutions for dressing your […] The post Hands on with Apple Studio Display appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
Sci-Fi Stuff We're Waiting For: Immersive Reality, Robot Companions, More
April 08, 2022 03:30 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBBryan and Jeff have pretty high expectations for the future of technology, and aren’t afraid to share. This week they dive into what they want to see, ranging from immersive reality to companion robots, and debate what might become reality while exploring what could go wrong.
Sci-Fi Stuff We’re Waiting For: Immersive Reality, Robot Companions, More
April 08, 2022 03:30 - 41.3 MBBryan and Jeff have pretty high expectations for the future of technology, and aren’t afraid to share. This week they dive into what they want to see, ranging from immersive reality to companion robots, and debate what might become reality while exploring what could go wrong. SPONSOR: Kolide – Kolide sends employees important, timely, and […] The post Sci-Fi Stuff We’re Waiting For: Immersive Reality, Robot Companions, More appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
All About Writing and Getting Published
March 31, 2022 11:19 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBBryan and Jeff both have experience as published authors, so this week they’re sharing their experiences with writing process, editing, and getting published. They also talk about the writing tools they use, how to improve your fiction and non-fiction skills, and where to find support for honing your craft.
Security Stuff
March 26, 2022 03:12 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MBBryan and Jeff dive in to data protection, cloud storage issues, strong passwords, password managers, and more this week in their computer security-palooza discussion. Jeff also shares his dismay over Bryan not knowing about Correct Horse Battery Staple.
The Streaming TV Episode
March 20, 2022 10:08 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MBBryan and Jeff decide to make their pre-show banter the entire episode this week, and still manage to talk for nearly an hour. As Bryan has pointed out, we’re in the golden age of television so the team shares what shows they’re watching right now.
Apple's Peek Performance Event and Bryan Spends Money
March 14, 2022 13:01 - 1 hour - 49.6 MBBryan and Jeff look at Apple’s just-announced iPhone SE 3, M1 iPad Air, the Mac Studio, and 27-inch Studio Display. Bryan also amazes us with how much money he spent on Apple gear this week.
Apple’s Peek Performance Event and Bryan Spends Money
March 14, 2022 13:01 - 49.6 MBBryan and Jeff look at Apple’s just-announced iPhone SE 3, M1 iPad Air, the Mac Studio, and 27-inch Studio Display. Bryan also amazes us with how much money he spent on Apple gear this week. SPONSOR: Visit HunterDouglas.com/ACM for your free Style Gets Smarter design guide with fresh takes, creative ideas and smart solutions for dressing your […] The post Apple’s Peek Performance Event and Bryan Spends Money appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
Mice and Other Input Devices
March 05, 2022 13:08 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MBThis week on The Context Machine, Bryan and Jeff discuss the evolution of computer and tablet pointing devices, changing up story lines for movies, The Lord of the Rings, The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, and Han shooting first.
Living that Cord Cutter Life
February 24, 2022 10:52 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MBBryan Chaffin and Jeff Gamet dive into their TV viewing lives as cord cutters on this week’s episode of The Context Machine.
The New Context Machine
February 21, 2022 12:15 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MBBryan Chaffin and Jeff Gamet get the band back together and take the show down a new path as The Context Machine, and Jeff gets all excited about mechanical keyboards.
Changes, 15 Years of iPhone - ACM 567
January 11, 2022 21:25 - 1 hour - 45 MBBryan Chaffin and Jeff Gamet reflect on recent changes, and they try to put 15 years of iPhone into context. Hard to believe!
Changes, 15 Years of iPhone – ACM 567
January 11, 2022 21:25 - 45 MBBryan Chaffin and Jeff Gamet reflect on recent changes, and they try to put 15 years of iPhone into context. Hard to believe! SPONSOR: LinkedIn Jobs – Go to LinkedIn.com/ACM and get your first job post for free! Sources referenced in this episode: Becoming an Observer Apple Context Machine Facebook Group – Facebook Bryan’s Twitter Bryan’s Instagram Bryan’s blog: GeekTells Jeff… Continue reading Changes, 15 Years of iPhone – ACM 567 The post Changes, 15 Years of iPhone – ACM 567 appeared fir...
CES, Brain Implants, Social Media Accountability, w/Jeff Gamet
January 01, 2022 04:16 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MBBryan Chaffin and Jeff Gamet talk about CES and the future of in-person events. They also take a look at brain implants, which, believe it or not, are here. And, they talk about efforts to make social media companies accountable and say: be careful what you wish for.
Streaming Music, Using iPads, NFT Comic Books, w/Jeff Gamet
December 29, 2021 10:47 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBBryan Chaffin and Jeff Gamet talk about the practical realities of listening to music int he age of streaming music services. They also talk about how they use their iPads, and the ways in which that has changed. They cap the show with a practical use case look at NFT graphic novels, which Bryan says is one way of bringing collectibility back to the comic book world.
Universal Control, App Privacy, ArtSabers, w/Jeff Gamet
December 20, 2021 10:46 - 48 minutes - 33.7 MBBryan Chaffin and Jeff Gamet geek out over ArtSabers and UltraSabers, two companies making light sabers! They also talk about Universal Control and how they would use it when Apple gets around to releasing it. And they look at the ever-changing world of app privacy.
Smarthome Matter, Crypto Down Market, w,Jeff Gamet
December 13, 2021 04:15 - 55 minutes - 38.5 MBBryan Chaffin and Jeff Gamet dig into Matter, the smarthome platform that should make it easier for devices to work all the major smarthome platforms. They also talk about cryptocurrencies in a down market, and how and why Bryan is interested only in long-term prospects and possibilities.
Adele's Shuffle Challenge, Apple on State-Sponsored Spyware, w/Jeff Gamet
November 29, 2021 04:30 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBBryan Chaffin and Jeff Gamet talk about Adele’s desire that we not shuffle her albums. They also look at Apple’s public stand against state-sponsored spyware.
Apple's Self Repair Program, Smarthome Pain Points, w/Jeff Gamet
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Apple's Not Wrong to Avoid Crypto, Apple Small Business Support, w/Jeff Gamet
November 15, 2021 02:42 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MBBryan Chaffin and Jeff Gamet discuss Bryan’s thought that Apple isn’t wrong to avoid cryptocurrency, at least not for now. But, there are lots of things coming in the crypto world that will change that. They also talk about Apple’s new Small Business Essentials service that helps companies manage their employees’ devices.
Arduino, Getting Started with Smarthomes, w/Jeff Butts - ACM 559
November 07, 2021 07:09 - 47 minutes - 32.7 MBBryan Chaffin and Jeff Butts get geeky with a deep dive into Arduino and a look at how to get started with all this smarthome stuff, especially Apple’s HomeKit.
Adobe Announcements, Apple's New Stuff, w/Jeff Gamet
October 30, 2021 03:01 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MBBryan Chaffin and Jeff Gamet take a look at all the announcements Adobe unveiled this week, as well as some of Apple’s mew stuff, including macOS Monterey, new MacBook Pros, and the M1 Pro and M1 Max processors.
Apple, a Decade after Steve Jobs, w/Dave Hamilton and Jim Dalrymple
October 06, 2021 01:44 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MBBryan Chaffin, Dave Hamilton, and Jim Dalrymple look back at the ten years since Steve Jobs passed, and dig into the Apple today that lives on without him.
iPhone 13 Pro, Apple Watch 7, and iPad mini, with Jeff Gamet - ACM 556
September 25, 2021 03:42 - 1 hour - 49.2 MBBryan Chaffin and Jeff Gamet take a deep dive into Apple’s new product announcements, including iPhone 13 Pro and its camera, Apple Watch 7, and the new iPad mini.
Smart Bulbs vs. Smart Light Switches, Digital IDs, Jeff Gamet
September 13, 2021 21:06 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBBryan Chaffin and Jeff Gamet dive back into smarthome tech, with a focus on using smart light switches instead of smart light bulbs. This includes Jeff’s recommendation for a smart light switch. They also discuss digital IDs and the perils and promise they offer.
Fall Apple Product Hopes, Crypto Solving Real-World Problems - ACM 554
August 28, 2021 07:36 - 1 hour - 58.2 MBBryan Chaffin and Jeff Gamet discuss some of the products they hope Apple announces this fall. They also take a look at some of the next-gen cryptocurrencies trying to solve real-world problems, like Fetch.ai and its blockchain-based software agents. You can practically hear Bryan drooling!
Mac Gaming, Crypto Credit Cards, iOS 15, w/Jeff Butts
August 14, 2021 01:28 - 1 hour - 41.6 MBBryan Chaffin and Jeff Butts talk about the current state of Mac gaming, with Jeff focusing on improved Mac support at Steam. They also dive deeper into crypto credit cards where you can either spend your crypto and/or earn cryptocurrency rewards like Bitcoin on your purchases. And, Jeff has been deep into iOS 15 betas, and he talks about some of his favorite new features.
Top Products Apple Inexplicably Killed, w/Jeff Gamet, John Kheit - ACM 552
July 31, 2021 03:30 - 1 hour - 42 MBBryan Chaffin, Jeff Gamet, and John Kheit pick up part three of their series on Apple’s best features and products with a look back at the products Apple killed, including the best products that were inexplicably canceled.
Most Important macOS Features. w/Jeff Gamet, John Kheit - ACM 551
July 16, 2021 06:31 - 1 hour - 42.4 MBBryan Chaffin, Jeff Gamet, and John Kheit get back to their retrospective look at Apple’s operating systems by singling out the most important features in Mac OS, OS X, and macOS through the lens of hindsight.
Hindsight's Most Important iOS Features, Jeff Gamet, John Kheit - ACM 550
July 09, 2021 19:50 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MBBryan Chaffin, Jeff Gamet, and John Kheit take a retrospective look at what—in hindsight—have turned out to be the most important features in iPhone OS/iOS.
iPhone 12 Low-Light Photography, TV Movie-fication, Shortcuts Tips, w/Jeff Gamet
June 30, 2021 21:04 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MBBryan Chaffin and Jeff Gamet talk about iPhone 12 Night Mode and low-light photography, Loki and the movie-fication of TV, and Jeff’s Shortcuts tips.
Apple's OS Announcements, New Features, Directions, w/Jeff Gamet - ACM 548
June 11, 2021 00:34 - 1 hour - 43.1 MBBryan Chaffin is joined by Jeff Gamet to discuss Apple’s WWDC keynote and software announcements, their favorite new features, and where they think Apple may be taking their products.
Proof of Stake, Proof of Work, Cryptocurrency, w/Dave Hamilton
May 21, 2021 18:49 - 39 minutes - 27 MBBryan Chaffin and Dave Hamilton dive into the differences between Proof of Stake (PoS) and Proof of Work (PoW) cryptocurrencies, and what that means in terms of energy consumption.
The Future of Smarthomes and AI - ACM 546
May 12, 2021 12:32 - 57 minutes - 39.9 MBBryan Chaffin is joined by Jeff Gamet to speculate about the future of smarthomes and artificial intelligence, looking towards a future when these technologies work smoothly and have a real impact on how we live.
iCloud Issue, NFC Tags, Smart Home Friction Point, w/Jeff Gamet - ACM 545
April 10, 2021 03:25 - 57 minutes - 39.5 MBBryan Chaffin and Jeff Gamet dig deep into smart home tech and home automation, starting with an iCloud account issue Jeff had with a new HomePod mini. They also discuss NFC tags, a home automation friction point Bryan has experienced, and other aspects of smart homes.