Save It for the Mic

30: WWDC 2020

June 27, 2020 17:11 - 1 hour - 83.3 MB

Philip and Levi reunite to break down their favorite announcements from WWDC 2020. Show Links The Talk Show - REMOTE FROM WWDC 2020 WITH CRAIG FEDERIGHI AND GREG JOSWIAK Serenity Caldwell WWDC 2020 Recaps TikTok iOS 14 Shenanigans Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/save-it-for-the-mic/support

29: With Great Power Comes Great Complexity

February 28, 2020 16:07 - 1 hour - 42.7 MB

Philip and Levi open with the 9to5Mac Happy Hour, condiments and humor. Philip informs Levi of Wunderlist's demise (1:26), which leads to Microsoft Power Apps. Philip extols Chrome on iOS (5:26) and the word preposterous. Levi has JOMO (13:08). The duo unpack the latest report of a new iPad Pro and revamped keyboard accessory (17:03), and Philip helps Levi understand AssistiveTouch. Philip loves schools Levi on TestFlight, and highlights his use of it with Overcast and Tweet Notes (32:30). L...

28: Welcome to the Space Jam

February 21, 2020 16:16 - 1 hour - 47.8 MB

Philip and Levi quickly discuss the oddities of Apple Card, which leads to the oddities of Apple's habit of tying services to a single user — unless you're using Family Sharing, of course. Philip demonstrates the value of buying the newest Apple tech you can when you're in the market for a new device (12:34). Philip takes us on his AirPods Pro journey (22:27), which leads to a broader discussion on wireless headphones and AppleCare. Philip uses his new Magic Trackpad on a PC (49:16). This le...

27: We Can Talk About It Again, Philip

February 15, 2020 22:26 - 1 hour - 68.6 MB

Philip and Levi sit down to record for the first time in five months. This immediately devolves into an existential discussion about things like work cubicle decorations/arrangement and the Four Light Bulbs. Levi gets a Mac Pro… but not that one. Philip explains RAM. Levi buys a new backpack. Philip learns us on 2020 iPhone rumors. Another existential crisis — browser tab management — also ensues. This leads to talking about being born in the right time, which naturally leads to a discussion...

26: Top Apple September Event 2019 Takeaways

September 13, 2019 14:50 - 1 hour - 66.2 MB

Philip and Levi discuss the top 10 announcements that stuck with them the most from Apple's September Event 2019. Show Links Here’s everything Apple announced today at the iPhone 11 event What we’re still waiting for after Apple’s iPhone 11 event Brief Thoughts and Observations on Yesterday’s Apple Event, Roughly, if Not in Fact Exactly, in the Order in Which They Were Announced Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters...

25: Parenting With Philip, Sponsored by Amazon

August 16, 2019 20:15 - 1 hour - 58.1 MB

Philip and Levi pass the year mark of saving it for the mic. Levi (surprisingly) and Philip (unsurprisingly) both bought Vignette by Casey Liss (6:59). Philip recounts his Amazon Prime Day haul and reveals his (perhaps unhealthy) affinity for Amazon hardware (13:00). Levi discovers a practical alternate version of CarPlay (22:30). The conversation shifts back to Philip's Prime Day haul (37:06). Then, the duo close with thoughts on Spider-Man: Far From Home and the future of the Marvel Cinema...

24: That's America's Podcast

July 01, 2019 20:10 - 1 hour - 72.5 MB

Philip and Levi are in the endgame now. As in, Philip literally finished Avengers: Infinity War on his phone during the previews as the two sat in a theater to see the re-released version of Avengers: Endgame. After a year's long journey, but more accurately a weekend, Philip sort of caught up in the Marvel Cinematic Universe just in time to see Endgame before it left theaters. Then the guys sat down and recorded their thoughts on Endgame, the MCU as a whole and what may be in store for the ...

23: WWDC 2019

June 24, 2019 17:58 - 1 hour - 73.4 MB

Levi and Philip dive deep into all the announcements and treasures from WWDC 2019. Show Links The Talk Show - Live From WWDC 2019 With Craig Federighi and Greg Joswiak Genius.com accuses Google of copying its song lyrics Initial Thoughts on iPadOS: A New Path Forward Marco Arment's Bluetooth background apps list Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/save-it-for-the-mic/support

22: Gave Up the Ghost

May 10, 2019 16:06 - 1 hour - 53 MB

Levi and Philip return from sabbatical, and because time is a flat circle, they end up talking about the things they always talk about. Philip bought new AirPods. After Sinemia betrayed us all (11:23), should we trust MoviePass again? Levi has been strengthening his will with a new movie trailer rule (25:03). The trailer discussion then spirals into the amazing lunacy that is Netflix's "The OA" (41:57), which inevitably leads to Disney+ and Apple TV+ (1:00:59). Show Links Time is a Flat Ci...

21: Live YOUR Life

March 09, 2019 22:24 - 1 hour - 56.8 MB

Levi and Philip debate Levi's neurotic new phone charging strategy, which naturally leads to the Energizer Power Max P18K Pop (20:43). This, of course, leads to iPhone witchcraft (28:13). Levi updates the world on Brittany's general iPhone XS happiness six months removed (29:48) before the phone charging strategy debate returns. Levi reports back on his movieboy64 Hotmail account (36:06) before Philip discusses the MacBook haves and have nots (37:54). Then, Philip recounts a recent macOS bug...

20: Dark Mode, Indeed

February 22, 2019 15:54 - 1 hour - 57.1 MB

Levi and Philip reminisce about Hotmail, question their life's choices in Bandersnatch, (9:02), break down Apple's rumored 2019 lineup (36:47) and reflect on AirPods usage two years in (1:12:36). Then, Levi goes dark (1:18:52). Show Links ‘Black Mirror: Bandersnatch’ Has 5 Main Endings – Here’s What They Are Kuo: 2019 iPhones Can Wirelessly Charge Other Devices, Feature Frosted Glass and Larger Batteries, and More Two New iPad Pro Models, 10.2-Inch iPad, and iPad Mini 5 Said to Launch in...

19: Not Lukewarm on The Last Jedi

December 25, 2018 12:00 - 2 hours - 83 MB

Levi and Philip give the gift of Star Wars as they take on the fanboy haters of The Last Jedi. A year removed, the guys take another look at Episode VIII and take on the common complaints of the film - from fuel constraints to Mary Poppins Leia to random trips to the casino - they address it all. This isn't going to go the way you think. Show Links Fanboy Tears Levi Shakes Off the Haters An Early Star Wars Image Proves Luke Skywalker's Twist in The Last Jedi Was Planned From the Beginnin...

18: The Rick or the Rift

December 18, 2018 17:45 - 1 hour - 65.9 MB

Levi and Philip dive deep (FULL SPOILERS) into The Walking Dead. The whole dang series. Despite the show's recent ratings struggles, Philip and Levi still find many positives in the long-running series. The guys highlight their exposure to and history with the show, digest the recent bombshell changes to the show and reflect on the first half of season 9, including how the show has recently rebooted itself. Then, the guys discuss differences from the comic series, their favorite characters a...

17: There's Nothing Right With It Either

December 10, 2018 18:21 - 1 hour - 71.3 MB

Levi has a new iPad Pro (for now) and gives his initial impressions, which leads to a sprawling conversation about the various iterations of iPads over the years. Philip continues to not give up on his iPhone SE (1:08:03), and the guys discuss human nature and cellular plans. Show Links Apple’s $29 iPhone Battery Replacement Program Ends December 31 coconut Battery Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/po...

16: The Difference Between You and Me

November 09, 2018 21:57 - 1 hour - 63.1 MB

Philip and Levi discuss the intricacies of the differences in the iPad Pro lineup. Then, the guys can't agree on the current state of Apple laptops (21:46). And Levi tries to sell Philip on finally joining the current generation of gaming consoles (58:14). Show Links More battery outliers, please - Marco.org Sony PlayStation 4 Slim 1TB Spiderman Bundle, Black - $199 Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/p...

15: Did We Just Become Best Friends?

November 01, 2018 14:26 - 1 hour - 53.9 MB

Philip and Levi return to discuss Philip's new Apple Watch Series 4, and the guys cover all the announcements from Apple's October Event, including the new MacBook Air (13:35), Mac mini (36:43) and iPad Pros (43:39). Show Links Apple announces new MacBook Air with Retina display starting at $1,199 Apple’s new Mac mini includes six-core processors and a space gray finish The New 12.9- and 11-inch iPad Pros: The MacStories Overview Brooklyn event impressions: The iPad Pro is a computer i...

14: Not Cranky, Just Edged Up

October 06, 2018 17:06 - 1 hour - 62.4 MB

Philip and Levi follow up on the latest iPhone XS reviews and news (3:26), discuss the pros/cons of OLED (43:03), give an update on fall detection (52:35) and recap trying on an Apple Watch Series 4 (55:58). Show Links Daring Fireball's "The iPhones XS" Review Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/save-it-for-the-mic/support

13: It's Going to Save Somebody's Life

September 14, 2018 21:57 - 1 hour - 81.9 MB

Philip and Levi unpack the announcements from Apple's fall Watch and iPhone event: Apple Watch Series 4 (8:37) No AirPower? (1:01:35) iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max (1:01:35) iPhone XR (1:29:00) Show Links Apple Event: Live from the Steve Jobs Theater Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/save-it-for-the-mic/support

12: That's Just Physics (Sharp Objects)

September 07, 2018 15:20 - 1 hour - 71.3 MB

Philip and Levi go FULL SPOILERS on HBO's mini-series, "Sharp Objects." Show Links Sharp Objects - Wikipedia Still Watching: Sharp Objects by Vanity Fair Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/save-it-for-the-mic/support

11: iPhone XS and Apple Watch Series 4 Leaks

August 31, 2018 16:18 - 1 hour - 71.5 MB

Philip and Levi break down Sinemia's plans (now that Philip has finally quit MoviePass), dive into some meta podcasting (25:49), sing the praises of subtitles (35:17) and cover the latest news from the iPhone XS (43:16) and Apple Watch Series 4 (1:14:56) leaks. Show Links Sinemia Guilherme Rambo This is ‘iPhone XS’ — design, larger version, and gold colors confirmed Apple Watch Series 4 revealed — massive display, dense watch face, more Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard ...

10: New iPhone SE 2, Mac mini and MacBook Air Rumors

August 24, 2018 19:07 - 1 hour - 76.4 MB

Philip and Levi dial up the paranoia of always being watched (4:19), recommend podcasts and turn on Anchor's Listener Support (5:49) and break down the new rumors for iPhone SE 2 (26:07), Mac mini (1:03:23) and MacBook Air (1:15:38). Show Links Reply All #109 Is Facebook Spying on You? THE WOLF DEN #149 Marco Arment, Overcast iPhone SE 2 may be updated iPhone 7 Apple Planning New Low-Cost MacBook, Pro-Focused Mac Mini Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- ...

9: Don't Get It Confused with Mystic Pizza

August 17, 2018 16:09 - 1 hour - 65.8 MB

Philip and Levi discuss the evolution of the number of episodes in TV seasons (4:56), the pain of switching phone numbers (21:37) and sarcasm detection issues (30:57). Philip still can't let go of his SE (33:36), and Levi is concerned about his Christmas wish list (41:10). The guys talk podcast listening habits (44:32) and close with the continuing MoviePass saga (51:28). Show Links MoviePass posts huge quarterly loss, shareholders sue Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard @lev...

8: Made It a Little Bit Quieter, They Did

August 02, 2018 22:09 - 1 hour - 72.8 MB

Philip and Levi talk MoviePass's latest goofs (11:03). Philip tries a new MacBook Pro; the guys discuss proof of a new iPad Pro (44:31), debate the merits of three new iPhone models (57:03) and give their thoughts on And-Man and the Wasp (1:17:14). Show Links Sinemia New iPad Pro Rumor Three New iPhones? Apple Made Lots of Money Thor Trilogy as Houses Follow Us on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/save-it-for-the-m...

7: MoviePass, It's Not Me, It's You

July 31, 2018 14:51 - 1 hour - 67.1 MB

Philip and Levi admire Pentatonix (10:30), recap the MacBook Pro throttling fix (22:15) and discuss Anchor's vision (33:40). Then, Levi announces his break-up with MoviePass (41:33) before detailing his child labor days at a movie rental store (1:10:42). Finally, the guys close with the Star Wars: Episode IX cast announcement (1:22:02). Show Links Apple releases software fix for MacBook Pro slowdown Why You Should Never Pay For Podcast Hosting Star Wars: Episode IX Cast Announced Follow...

6: Thermally Cornered Again

July 20, 2018 14:12 - 1 hour - 64.9 MB

Philip and Levi finally get an Android phone name right (1:01), update their betas (5:34), recap their Prime Day haul (23:53) and break down the new MacBook Pro updates (44:05). Show Links camelcamelcamel Apple updates the MacBook Pro in big and small ways Leaked Apple service document confirms new MacBook Pro keyboard is designed to fix dust problems Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/save-i...

5: Is This Now?

July 06, 2018 16:03 - 2 hours - 83.6 MB

Philip and Levi ponder AirPod swipes (19:27), guess Apple's video service (27:58), update iOS 12 (43:16), dust off Apple Maps (49:23), covet new power adapters (58:24) and try to make sense of Westworld (1:04:23). Links Apple Eyes Streaming Bundle Raise to Siri Apple is rebuilding Maps 18W USB-C Power Adapter Westworld Timeline Explained Follow Us: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/save-it-for-the-mic/support

4: iOS 12 First Impressions

June 29, 2018 15:57 - 1 hour - 68.9 MB

Philip and Levi explain the new name, place new PIP requests (15:45), unpack Apple's recent history of missing launch dates (21:00), break down new AirPods rumors (38:51), lament more about Siri (1:12:17), give their initial iOS 12 impressions (1:19:50) and check-in on Westworld (1:33:49). Show Links YouTube PIP Apple to Unveil High-End AirPods, Over-Ear Headphones For 2019 iOS 12 Beta: Our Favorite Tidbits and Hidden Features Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilber...

3: I Have a Great Feeling About This

June 22, 2018 06:15 - 1 hour - 77.2 MB

Philip and Levi speculate some more on a potential Apple Watch Series 4 (6:50) and play a game of "what went wrong with AirPower." (25:57) Levi begs Philip to finish The Last of Us (35:03) and catch up on Westworld, and then the guys give their thoughts on "Solo: A Star Wars Story" (53:41) in just 12 parsecs. Show Notes and Links We've gone public. Apple Watch Series 4 Rumors Include No Buttons and Improved GPS Why Apple’s AirPower Wireless Charger Is Taking So Long to Make Follow Phili...