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Benefit of the Doud

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The Benefit of the Doud podcast is the intersection of technology, geekery, and all things nerdy. We cover all the top news of the week, plus we go deeper into topics that are important or relevant to you. We interview notable leaders in the industry. It's fun, funny, never too serious, and it keeps you up connected to all the important tech news of the day.

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Discussing Tech 2023 with Juan Carlos Bagnell

January 01, 2024 17:30 - 1 hour - 122 MB

In this special episode of the Benefit of the Doud podcast, hosts Adam and Cliff are joined by Juan Carlos Bagnell to discuss the year that was and make a few predictions for 2024. As we bid farewell to 2023, we take a look back at the most significant tech news of the year, the year of the foldables, and the rise of handheld gaming consoles. We also look ahead to what's to come in 2024, including Qi 2, a hopefully vast improvement in Windows on ARM. It's Adam's birthday and he celebrates b...

Alexa vs. Google Assistant and Handheld Gaming with the Lenovo Legion Go and ASUS ROG Ally

December 04, 2023 17:00 - 44 minutes - 61.2 MB

In this episode of the Benefit of the Doud podcast, hosts Adam and Cliff compare the two most popular voice assistants: Amazon’s Alexa and Google Assistant. They discuss the pros and cons of each platform, the features they use the most, and the devices they work with. They also share their personal preferences and experiences with using voice assistants in their daily lives. Get the Lego Bonsai Tree: https://amzn.to/3uMKwaU Get the Kasa Smart Light Bulb: https://amzn.to/41dDoAs Get the A...

DTMR: #TechTober and #SnapdragonSummit

November 04, 2023 18:12 - 32 minutes - 44.7 MB

Welcome to the Benefit of the Doud podcast with your hosts, Adam and Cliff, as they discuss all the hottest tech gadgets and devices that launched in October 2023, including the Pixel 8 Pro, Apple Watch Series 9, Tecno Phantom V Flip, Moto Razr, and OnePlus Open. Adam reviewed most of these devices and he gives overall impressions on them. They'll also be talking about #SnapdragonSummit in Maui, where Adam got a sneak peek at the latest and greatest from Qualcomm, including the Snapdragon X...

DTMR: iPhone 15 Pro First look!

October 02, 2023 14:00 - 35 minutes - 48.7 MB

Welcome to the Benefit of the Doud Podcast, where we talk about all things tech and gadgets. In this episode, hosts Adam and Cliff take a look at the iPhone 15 Pro and give a preview to a review coming up. Plus, Adam performed an interesting experiment, taking just one charging cable along with him on a recent trip. The iPhone 15 Pro is Apple’s latest flagship phone, and it comes with some new features that make it stand out from the crowd. Some of the highlights include a new action button...

When in Doud: Apple Event, Apple Watch, iPhone 15 Discussion

September 16, 2023 17:00 - 37 minutes - 50.9 MB

Adam and Cliff discuss the Apple event that happened earlier this week and break down what's new in the Apple Watch Series 9, the Apple Watch Ultra 2, the iPhone 15 and the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max. The Apple Watch Series 9 has a new S9 chip with faster performance, improved battery life, more accurate health and fitness tracking, a new always-on display, and a new blood sugar monitoring sensor. It also has a new design with a larger display. Plus there's a new gesture system that looks re...

Douding Thomas Monthly Recap: Linux all the things

September 04, 2023 14:00 - 35 minutes - 49 MB

Douding Thomas Monthly Recap: Linux all the things Welcome to Season 5 of the Benefit of the Doud podcast! 🎙️ Adam and Cliff are back with some exciting updates and fresh content that you won't want to miss. In this episode, we'll dive into the latest developments in the podcast, including Cliff's brand-new studio space that's sure to take your listening experience to the next level.  But that's not all, folks! We've also revamped our Patreon benefits to provide our amazing supporters with...

Douding Thomas June 2023 - The rise of not-Twitter

July 07, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 87.8 MB

In this episode of the Benefit of the Doud podcast, hosts Adam and Cliff discuss the upcoming 1-month hiatus the show is taking. They also dive into T2 and Bluesky, two of the most prominent Twitter replacements. T2 is a decentralized social media platform that aims to provide users with more control over their data and privacy. It is built on top of the InterPlanetary File System (IPFS) and uses blockchain technology to ensure that users’ data is secure and cannot be censored. Bluesky is ...

When in Doud, Ask the experts about Apple Vision Pro with Nick Sutrich of Android Central

June 16, 2023 14:00 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

Welcome to the Benefit of the Doud podcast, where we bring you the latest technology news, product reviews, and funny commentary every week. I’m your host Adam Doud, and today I’m joined by Nick Sutrich, Senior Content Producer for Smartphones and VR at Android Central. Nick has been covering VR since its inception and he’s here to give us his impressions of Apple’s new AR/VR/Spatial computing headset, the Apple Vision Pro. The Apple Vision Pro is a radical new entry into the VR market, wit...

Douding Thomas Monthly Recap: Foldables Galore! (May 2023)

June 11, 2023 23:05 - 1 hour - 61.4 MB

In the latest episode of the Benefit of the Doud podcast, hosts Adam and Cliff talk about the Lenovo Yogabook 9i and the upcoming Motorola Razr and Razr+. They also give a brief look at announcements from WWDC 2023. The Lenovo Yogabook 9i has dual 13.3-inch OLED displays with a resolution of 2.8K, 16:10, DCI-P3 100% panels that can get as bright as 400 nits. It is powered by an Intel Core i7 processor. Adam traveled to New York City for the launch of the Motorola Razr+ and Razr. The Motoro...

When in Doud, Ask the Expert: Google I/O, Android 14, and Google Bard Featuring Mishaal Rahman

May 28, 2023 19:19 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MB

Welcome to Benefit of the Doud, the podcast where we explore the latest in technology and bring you fascinating discussions with industry experts. In this premier episode of When in Doud, Ask The Expert, our host Adam sits down with special guest Mishaal Rahman to delve into the exciting world of Android 14, Google I/O, and the newest hardware offerings from Google. Adam and Mishaal discuss the highly anticipated Android 14, exploring its features, improvements, and what it means for the fu...

Douding Thomas Monthly Recap, April 2023: Watch it all burn

May 02, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 56.1 MB

Welcome to "Benefit of the Doud," the podcast where we cover a wide range of topics in the world of technology and entertainment. In this episode, our reviewers Adam and Cliff discuss a variety of interesting subjects. First up, Adam talks about his new Wi-Fi-connected washing machine and the benefits of having connected appliances in the home. The duo then moves on to the removal of blue checkmarks from Twitter profiles and the potential impact on verification in social media. Next, Adam ...

Beyond a Doud-ish: Star Trek: Picard, Season 3: Fan service is not futile

April 30, 2023 17:07 - 1 hour - 66.7 MB

Welcome to Benefit of the Doud, the podcast where we review and discuss the latest in technology and occasionally, like today, entertainment. In this episode, our reviewers Adam and Cliff dive into season 3 of the hit TV show "Star Trek: Picard." ***There are spoilers!!!*** Adam and Cliff break down the season and share their thoughts on the fan service that was included, the influence of Terry Matalas, and what they're looking forward to in the future of the "Star Trek" franchise. If you'...

Douding Thomas Monthly Recap: March 2023

April 01, 2023 22:00 - 51 minutes - 70.3 MB

In this episode of the Benefit of the Doud Podcast, Adam and Cliff delve into the world of tech reviews and share how they are refining their review process. They also share their thoughts on foldable devices and how their opinions have evolved over time.  Join them as they explore the latest trends and innovations in the world of technology and share their insights on what's worth your investment. Tune in to this informative and entertaining episode of the podcast and get ready to explore ...

Beyond a Doud featuring TK Bay!

March 21, 2023 00:06 - 1 hour - 97.9 MB

In this episode of Benefit of the Doud, host Adam sits down with TK Bay, creator of the popular YouTube channel TK Bay Tech. They delve into TK's journey as a content creator, discussing how he got his start and the challenges he faced in balancing his day job with his passion for YouTube. But it's not just about the tech world; TK also shares his experiences as a parent in a connected world and how he navigates the balance between screen time and family time. From managing a busy schedule ...

Douding Thomas Monthly Recap: Let's ChatGPT!

March 02, 2023 15:00 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MB

In this episode, we're excited to have a special guest - ChatGPT, a large language model trained by OpenAI, that has been making waves in the technology and culture space. To help us understand more about this fascinating technology, we're joined by Adam Doud and Cliff Thomas, two of the most insightful voices in the tech world. Together, we explore the origins of ChatGPT, how it has evolved over time, and its growing impact on culture and technology. From its ability to generate text and a...

Beyond a Doud featuring Michael Fisher a.k.a. MrMobile

February 22, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 69.2 MB

In this episode of Beyond a Doud, hosts Adam and Cliff sit down with special guest Michael Fisher, a.k.a. MrMobile, to discuss a wide range of tech topics. Michael is a seasoned content creator who has been covering the industry for years. He shares his insights and perspectives on everything, from the new season of Star Trek: Picard to the latest foldable phones like the Oppo Find N2 Flip. The conversation kicks off with Michael sharing his origin story about how he got into tech writing a...

Douding Thomas Monthly Recap - Premature eSIMulation

February 02, 2023 23:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MB

Adam and Cliff are back in 2023 for our first podcast in the new year. This month, Adam had a tough time transferring his phone to a new review device (that he can't talk about yet). As he noted, what used to take 20 seconds this time took over half an hour. We pad out the runtime a bit talking about CES and Samsung's unpacked event coming up at the beginning of February. But that's all Adam's vocal cords could stand so we called it a night.  Patreon bonus for this episode: Early access Tw...

Douding Thomas December 2022 - Apple Watch Series 8 vs. Garmin Sq2

December 31, 2022 15:00 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MB

Acast Douding Thomas December 2022 - Apple Watch Series 8 vs. Garmin Sq2 This month, Adam and Cliff discuss the holidays and presents received, and New Year's resolutions. Then we get into a discussion about wearables, battery life, and functionality. Where do you trade off battery life for better functionality? It's a hard debate, but we come to a conclusion that Samsung and Google will not like. Also, Adam has a new mic, and it sounds GOOOOOOD! You can get that here: https://geni.us/ro...

The Benefit of the Doud Christmas Spectacular!

December 25, 2022 14:35 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MB

In the spirit of the Holidays, we are going to give back to the podcast and YouTube communities upon which this podcast is built. Cliff and I consume podcasts and youtube relentlessly, so we wanted to share some of the podcasts that keep us entertained with you. Here are the shows we listen to. Podcasts Stuff You Should Know This American Life Android Central All About Android Android Police Geared Up 2 Girls 1 Podcast Mobile Tech Podcast Bill Simmons Podcast The Ringer NBA Podcas...

Beyond a Doud featuring Joe Hindy of Android Authority

December 15, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 64.8 MB

Joe Hindy is the app guy over at Android Authority, and he's been doing it for quite a while. For over a decade, Jow has been writing for the site, having gotten started while he was fresh out of the Army. We talk about his journey at Android Authority, the emergence of TikTok, and his love of anime on this episode of the podcast. Patreon bonus for this episode: Early Access Special thanks to: Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindy Twitter - @Benefitofdoud Instagram - @BenefitoftheDoud Youtube - ht...

Douding Thomas: November 2022: The future is in 3D

December 05, 2022 15:00 - 52 minutes - 47.9 MB

This month, Adam And Cliff discuss the goings-on of November 2022 including More Elon Musk shenanigans. This time Elon Musk is picking a fight with Apple over its 30% app store charges. We also dive into some Black Friday/Cyber Monday sales. Finally, Adam's been tinkering around with 3D printing and has collected a few nerdy prints so far that he shows off. 3D print resources: https://www.thingiverse.com/ https://www.printables.com/ Stargate puzzle: Stargate Puzzle by Lockwatcher | Down...

Beyond a Doud featuring Joseph Mallozzi, Executive Producer (StarGate, Dark Matter, Utopia Falls)

November 18, 2022 23:00 - 55 minutes - 50.4 MB

This month, Adam is joined by Joseph Mallozzi, writer and Executive Producer of Sci-Fi TV shows like the Stargate franchise, Dark Matter, and most recently Utopia Falls. We'll talk about how Joe got his start in the industry, his connection to the fans, and of course, there will be some BTS Stargate talk. Patreon bonus for this episode: Early access Special thanks to: Juan Carlos Bagnell - @somegadgetguy Somegadgetguy.com Twitter - @Benefitofdoud Instagram - @BenefitoftheDoud Youtube ...

Douding Thomas October 2022

November 11, 2022 15:00 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MB

This month, we recap what has happened since the relaunch. We're on YouTube now! We've released our first podcast/review hybrid. Plus, we take a look at some of the devices we have coming up on the review channel, so be sure to subscribe and stay tuned! Then we talk about Twitter and Elon Musk because that's everything that has happened since the completion of the buy. It has been…a lot. Verification is up in the air, bots and spam accounts are rampant, and Elon Musk is in charge of fixing ...

Beyond a Doud featuring Shruti Shekar of Android Central

October 15, 2022 22:00 - 1 hour - 66.2 MB

Shurti Shekar is Android Central's managing editor and She and Adam crossed paths for a few months when she originally joined the site. She comes from a journalism background, first as a political reporter in Ottowa before moving into mobile at Mobile Syrup and Yahoo! Finance. So let's say hi to Shruti Shekar (and learn how to pronounce her name) on the Benefit of the Doud podcast! Subscribe to the newsletter and get headlines delivered to your inbox! Patreon bonus for this episode: Early ...

We are back, baby!

October 05, 2022 14:00 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MB

We are officially back! This is the relaunch of the podcast and Cliff and Adam break down how things are going to be happening going forward. A little less news, more reviews, and less interviews, more YouTube. It's a YouTube world we're living in, and we're adapting, for what it's worth. We also have a preview of a number of devices we'll be reviewing for the channel so be sure to tune in, especially on YouTube to see what we're doing and take a glimpse at Review Cam! Keep an ear out for ...

Douding Thomas July 2022 - Delayed Hiatusfaction

July 17, 2022 22:06 - 1 hour - 56 MB

Hiatus is one month old, and it's going to get a bit older. Sorry about that. But just to catch up, Cliff and I jump onto a live stream and chat about some changes coming to the show, some devices that will be coming to full reviews in the future, and we talk a bit about some of our tech pet peeves. It's a fun show and a little warm-up to coming back on full-time. Subscribe to the newsletter and get headlines delivered to your inbox! Patreon bonus for this episode: Early Access Twitter...

Beyond a Doud featuring Juan Carlos Bagnell

June 15, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 66.8 MB

This is the season three finale of the Benefit of the Doud podcast, and we're closing things out with Beyond a Doud with Juan Carlos Bagnell. Juan's creator chat episodes were a sort of inspiration for the Beyond a Doud series. We wax philosophic about being a reviewer, what it actually takes to make a smartphone, and the momentum of content creation. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Subscribe to the newsletter and get headlines delivered to your inbox! Patre...

Never call it Dub Dub featuring Rene Ritchie (who definitely calls it Dub Dub)

June 12, 2022 22:00 - 1 hour - 61.4 MB

This week, we're sitting down with Rene Ritchie to talk about WWDC, Apple's annual developer's conference. Apple unveiled a lot at the show including hardware and updates for all of its operating systems. Which one was Rene's favorite? When is his new Macbook arriving? Find out everything right here! Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Subscribe to the newsletter and get headlines delivered to your inbox! Patreon bonus for this episode: Early access. Special tha...

Douding Thomas Monthly Recap - May 2022 featuring the world's stupidest complaint

June 11, 2022 22:00 - 1 hour - 56.2 MB

The month of May had a lot of non-Cliff content so we were able to recap our top stories of the month in a nice return to the origin of the series. We started off recapping the Elon Musk Twitter saga and the OnePlus Nord N 20 featuring Myriam Joire, and Google I/O featuring Daniel Bader. Finally, we wrapped things up with StreamDeck talk with Giovanni Colantonio and Mitt Silverman. It was a packed month which made for a packed show. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedo...

Will you send me a phone?

June 05, 2022 22:00 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MB

This week, we have two looks behind the curtain, closing out that series. First, we answer a very common question in the life of a reviewer. If you read the title, you'll know. Then, Ricky Villacrez comes on to tell us how he packs for a trade show. It's a great conversation filled with some neat gadgets. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Subscribe to the newsletter and get headlines delivered to your inbox! Patreon bonus for this episode: Early Access Special...

Smartphone wasteland

May 29, 2022 22:00 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MB

This week, Cliff and Adam are taking a look at the US phone market and more specifically why it is so terrible. Like, seriously, why are there no phones to buy in the US? Actually, that's not accurate, There are a lot of phones to buy in the US, but they're all made by Samsung and Apple. OnePlus and Moto also make some, but that's about it, and it's a little sad. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Subscribe to the newsletter and get headlines delivered to your inbo...

Steamdeck Podcast review: Imperfect perfection

May 22, 2022 22:00 - 57 minutes - 53 MB

Patreon bonus for this episode: Early Access, Full interview Special thanks to:Giovanni Colantonio - @MarioPrime Gaming Editor, Digital Trends Matt Silverman - @Matt_Silverman Host, Colette and Matt have entered the chat Twitter - @Benefitofdoud Instagram - @BenefitoftheDoud Youtube - http://bitly/botdtube Twitch - twitch.tv/benefitofthedoud TikTok - @BenefitoftheDoud Benefit of the Doud is written and hosted by:Adam Doud - @DeadTechology Co-produced by:Clifton M. Thomas - @clifto...

Beyond a Doud featuring Andy Boxall from Digital Trends

May 14, 2022 21:16 - 55 minutes - 50.6 MB

This month, we're talking to Andy Boxall, technology writer and reviewer from Digital Trends who until just recently worked alongside me. We dive into what makes Andy tick, starting with his origin story. Andy just wanted to write and didn't much care what he wrote about. It turns out, writing about technology works out pretty well. Plus Andy is a Lego and Star Wars fan and we did into prequels and sequels and Lego building (featuring the Mandalorian Razor Crest) and office spaces dedicate...

Talking Google I/O featuring Daniel Bader of Android Police!

May 14, 2022 18:10 - 58 minutes - 53.1 MB

This week, Adam talks to Daniel Bader, Editor-in-Chief of Android Police about Google I/O, the annual developer's conference for your friendly neighborhood billion-dollar search giant. There's a lot to cover - search, Pixels, watches, tablets, and more, and we're breaking it all down. Plus we have a spontaneous Tech Yeah item, the Technics EAH-AZ60 which are my default absolute go-to earbuds these days. They're not cheap, but they're pretty great. Links to News of the week available at ben...

Douding Thomas Monthly Recap, April 2022 - No holds barred!

May 10, 2022 14:00 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MB

This month, Adam and Cliff recap the OnePlus 10 Pro podcast review and discuss OnePlus's place in the world of smartphones. Then we talked about Jason Howell and the benefits of live recording. As tribute to that talk, Adam did NOT edit this podcast at all except to add the intro and outro music. That's it. He's throwing caution to the wind. It's liberating and also terrifying. Subscribe to the newsletter and get headlines delivered to your inbox! Patreon bonus for this episode: Early ac...

OnePlus Nord N20 Podcast review: Where's the OnePlus? Featuring Myriam Joire!

May 08, 2022 22:00 - 51 minutes - 47 MB

The OnePlus Nord N20 is the latest midrange phone to hit the US market, exclusive to T-Mobile no less. This phone makes a lot of compromises, but different compromises than its predecessors, making the Nord line even more confusing to follow. That's why I have Myriam Joire on to talk about the phone and all the different variants that have come before. How does the OnePlus Nord N20 stand up? You'll find out on the show! Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Subscribe ...

Elon's Twitter: The Saga Begins

May 01, 2022 22:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MB

There was basically no other news this week except for Elon Musk buying Twitter for 44 billion dollars and tweeting out a number of changes that he'd like to bring to the platform. So Adam and Co-producer Cliff meet up for a very long conversation about the topic. No cut interviews this week!  Plus we have a Tech Yeah item that's actually five items combined into one. It's a packed show! Apple Air Tag: https://geni.us/single-airtag Anker 20W charger and iPhone cable: https://geni.us/anke...

Moto Edge+ review: Cut-rate flagship

April 24, 2022 22:00 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MB

Motorola returns to the flagship space with the Moto Edge+ 2022 and Cliff has our full review. The Moto Edge+ combines quality insides with not-so-quality outsides, a great camera, awesome software and solid battery life in a package that is priced right. Moto still struggles with typical issues like software updates, cheap build quality, and Verizon exclusivity (kinda) but overall we came away impressed. We also have a short Tech Yeah segment with the Lenovo Q24i monitor.  Patreon bonu...

Jason Howell, live to tape! (but also heavily edited)

April 17, 2022 22:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MB

This week, Adam is talking to Jason Howell from the TWiT network. Jason is the host of the All About Android podcast (among others) and there's one key difference between that show and this one - AAA is live. So I wanted to talk to Jason about those differences and how to embrace the faith in the process. This week, Adam is talking to Jason Howell from the TWiT network. Jason is the host of the All About Android podcast (among others) and there's one key difference between that show and th...

Beyond a Doud featuring Brad Molen of Nobody, and that's on purpose.

April 15, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 58.5 MB

This month, we're talking to friend of the show Brad Molen. Brad is a former journalist who turned to PR for a number of companies. Just before he appeared on the show he represented TCL. After the show, he moved to MediaTek so, at the time we spoke, he represented only Brad Molen, which is just how Brad Molen likes it. We dive into his origins as a phone salesman and into freelancing, transitioning into Engadget and ultimately into PR, and examine all the steps along the way. Subscribe t...

Douding Thomas Monthly Recap: March 2022

April 10, 2022 22:00 - 59 minutes - 54.7 MB

This month, Cliff and Adam continue the new format of discussing stories throughout the month that needed a bit more love. First, we discuss Ships of the Northern Fleet or #SOTNF, the show that never was. Then we took some time to talk about the OxygenOS and the OnePlus 10 Pro. Would you put your ID into your iPhone? E3 got canceled while we recorded and we talked about it in real-time. Finally, we wrapped it up with Apple sabotaging its own hardware and more! Links to News of the week a...

OnePlus 10 Pro Podcast review: Blurring the lines featuring Nick Gray of Phandroid!

April 10, 2022 22:00 - 57 minutes - 52.4 MB

This week, we're looking at the OnePlus 10 Pro, which is OnePlus's latest flagship. OnePlus has come a long way from its scrappy startup roots, but is the merge with Oppo causing OnePlus to lose its luster? We've got Nick Gray from Phandroid along to talk about it.  Plus we have a neat Tech Yeah item, the Ear Fun Free Pro 2 ANC earbuds with wireless charging for less than $50.Get an extra 12% off with this discount code: EFP2OLUV3 Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com...

Take a cruise to the stars featuring Michael Fisher, the Mr. Mobile!

April 03, 2022 22:00 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MB

Beyond foldables, another Michael Fisher passion is Star Trek. When the opportunity to take a Star Trek themed cruise came up, he combined his love of space ships and ships of the sea and set sail for seven days. He came onto the podcast to tell us all about it. It's an adventure at sea, and we even work in a Ghostbusters #TechYeah! Patreon bonus for this episode:  Early access, full interview Special thanks to:Michael Fisher - @captain2phones The Mr. Mobile Twitter - @Benefitofdoud I...

Much ado about Nothing

March 27, 2022 22:00 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MB

This week, Cliff and Adam get together to talk about the company that happens to be named Nothing. Carl Pei took to the stage this week and gave us a hint at things to come. Some of them made sense, others, not so much. So we got together to chat about it.  Plus our tech yeah of the week comes from Cliff and it features Nothing's only current product, the Nothing Ear (1) earbuds. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com. Patreon bonus for this episode: Early access ...

Lenovo Legion 5i podcast review: Unleashing Lenovo's Legions!

March 20, 2022 17:35 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MB

Adam's voice is trash this week, so there's a shortened news segment. For our top story, Cliff and Adam discuss the Lenovo Legion 5i gaming laptop. This is a real powerhouse of a laptop, but it's not perfect. There are a few peccadillos here and there, but overall this is pretty great. No tech yeah this week either, but hopefully the pipe will be back up and running soon.  Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Patreon bonus for this episode: Early Access, Live viewi...

Beyond a Doud featuring Domenico Lamberti from Mobile Tech Talk

March 16, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 57.4 MB

This month, we're talking to Domenico Lamberti, a friend and fellow tech reviewer who's been around the block a few times. He's also majorly into 3D printing which is where most our conversation takes place. Dom has been in the 3D printing game for years and is something of an authority on the subject. From different types of filaments to building your own 3D printer, this is the guy to talk to. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Patreon bonus for this episode: S...

Douding Thomas Monthly Recap February 2022

March 14, 2022 13:00 - 58 minutes - 53.5 MB

This week, Adam and Cliff experiment with a new format. Instead of focusing on top stories of the month, many of which Cliff already participated, we spend the first half of the show focusing on two news stories from the month that needed more love. The first is a fake company in London with dozens of employees around the world. The second is a new design in the world of VR. Then we checked in with Russell Holly on what he looks for in a potential employee and finally, we check in on OnePl...

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra podcast review featuring Nick Sutrich from Android Central

March 13, 2022 23:00 - 50 minutes - 46.2 MB

Nick Sutrich sits down with Adam and Clif to talk all about the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra. This Galaxy Note successor. Adam, Cliff, and Nick all have the phone and get together to compare notes. Plus we have an impromptu Tech Yeah item with the Galapple phone case which brings MagSafe compatibility to the Ultra, which is also pretty awesome.  You can pick one up here. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Patreon bonus for this episode: Early Access, Full interview, ...

Mobile World Congress from afar

March 06, 2022 23:00 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MB

Cliff and Adam discuss their favorite headlines coming out of MWC. The Lenovo Thinkpad goes mobile, insane 240W charging is coming, OxygenOS is sticking around, Mediatek has some new hardware, Poco's got some awesome hardware coming, and TCL is showing off some neat foldables…again…still…whatever. Plus we have a kinda-sorta tech yeah in the form of the Satechi USB-C Hybrid Multiport Adapter and Western Digital 500GB WD Blue 3D NAND Internal PC SSD. Patreon bonus for this episode: Early a...

Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 review: Bigger, but better?

February 27, 2022 23:00 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MB

This week, Cliff and Adam look at the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5. This is the second generation of Lenovo's convertible Chromebook. They loved the first generation which provided a great experience for a great price point. This time, the cost is higher, but there are some notable improvements as well. Adam's been using it for a few months now, and he's ready to share some thoughts.  Plus, we have a tech yeah item that is showing up in bedrooms around the world. Govee strip lights provide a l...

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Jonathan Feist
2 Episodes
Chris Davies
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Jason Howell
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