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#755: 700 MB of GIFs
July 28th, 2024 · 72 minutes
David is launching a scholarship program with the Productivity Field Guide, Stephen bought a new e-reader, and they both have spent some time in their Inboxes to bring feedback to the show this week.
#754: Passwords, Passkeys, & Beyond, with Damien Schreurs
July 21st, 2024 · 80 minutes
Damien Schreurs joins the program to talk to Stephen and David about what makes a good password, the deal with passkeys, and Apple's upcoming Passwords application.
#753: Apple Gear & Accessories
July 14th, 2024 · 84 minutes
David and Stephen share some of their favorite accessories that help extend their Apple devices and maximize their usefulness.
#752: Exploring Apple’s TV Efforts, with Sigmund Judge
July 7th, 2024 · 99 minutes
Stephen and David are joined by Sigmund Judge to discuss Apple TV hardware, tvOS, Apple TV+ content, and more.
#751: Vision Pro Check-in
June 30th, 2024 · 76 minutes
David and Stephen discuss Apple's youngest platform and where it stands a few months after launch. They share some of their favorite apps and how spatial computing fits into their personal and professional lives.
#750: Our Betas Era (Summer 2024)
June 23rd, 2024 · 80 minutes
David and Stephen have been running iOS 18, macOS Sequoia, and watchOS 11, so you don't have to. This week, they discuss some new features coming to Apple's platforms later this year.
#749: The Year of Apple Intelligence
June 13th, 2024 · 112 minutes
WWDC24 brought updates across Apple's platforms and was used to announce the company's move into the AI era. David and Stephen hit the highlights of what's new.
#748: On the 13th Day
June 9th, 2024 · 77 minutes
In this feedback episode, the guys discuss iMessage, Arc, Notes, and more. Then, they chat about OmniFocus 4 and David's new Field Guide.
#747: Exploring the Arc Browser
June 2nd, 2024 · 64 minutes
Arc is a new browser that started life on macOS in 2022. David and Stephen have been using it for months, taking notes and gathering thoughts. This week, they discuss its features, and how AI could change the way people browse the web.
#746: All About iMessage
May 26th, 2024 · 83 minutes
iMessage is one of the stickiest parts of the Apple ecosystem, and this week, the guys discuss some of its features, explore its security credentials, and share some tips for making it run smoothly.