Ep. 570: Is Nvidia done with Jensen Huang? + other tech news you need to know
Notnerd Podcast: Tech Better
The big news this week is Jensen Huang of Nvidia and a relationship that might have a major impact on the world of AI and global politics. We've also got plenty of other tech news to help you tech better! ! - and INTRO (00:00) iPhone Duo and PROLED MacBook Pro Updates (01:50) (13:10) MAIN TOPIC: (15:25) DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: iOS keyboard: hold “123” to pick a number without switching keyboards. (23:30) JUST THE HEADLINES: (28:00) WITHIN REACH! (30:35) Dave is leading 15-14, Round 33, Nate goes first TAKES: (38:15) (42:00) (46:35) (49:40) BONUS ODD TAKE: (51:50)...
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Ep. 569: Not live election coverage, just tech goodness!
Notnerd Podcast: Tech Better
As "the most non-partisan tech podcast on the internet," it is our duty to give you a distraction from endless election-day coverage. Apple and Amazon both had more products to announce. The biggest crypto hack ever. Plus, so much more from the world of tech. ! - and INTRO (00:00) MAIN TOPIC: More Apple and Amazon Products (03:45) DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Tap and hold the spacebar to move the cursor, THEN tap the keyboard to highlight text. (23:20) JUST THE HEADLINES: (28:00) WITHIN REACH! (30:40) Dave is leading 15-13, Round 32, Dave goes first TAKES: (38:25) Cryptowatch: ...
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Ep. 568: iPhone Duo Update, new iPad Mini, MacBook, and iMac + other tech news!
Notnerd Podcast: Tech Better
Apple is on a roll. The new iPhone Duo is out, and one of us has one. This week, Apple announced a new iPad Mini, M6 MacBook Pro, and iMac, and they aren't done yet. Plus plenty of other fun to be had in the tech world. ! - and INTRO (00:00) Trains Guy Birthday!!!!! - (02:05) MAIN TOPIC: Apple keeps going (07:55) iPhone Duo personal experiences DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: new timer interface in control center (37:50) JUST THE HEADLINES: (41:40) WITHIN REACH! (44:35) Dave is leading 15-13, Round 31, Nate goes first TAKES: (51:25) (52:10) - (54:30) BONUS ODD TAKE: - 25...
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Ep. 567: Elon had a busy week! + other tech news
Notnerd Podcast: Tech Better
Elon Musk showed off SpaceX's flying car that went about as viral as it gets. He was also all over the rest of the news this week, with a few interesting stories. Apple is still at it and the new iPhone Duo releases Friday. Join us for a fun look at the world of tech and how to use it better. ! - and INTRO (00:00) (02:25) (08:15) MAIN TOPIC: Elon had a busy week (11:50) - Daring Fireball Musk approached Trump to slow down Starlink in Ukraine DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Set price alerts on Amazon (25:40) JUST THE HEADLINES: (31:00) LISTENER MAIL: (35:00) WITHIN REACH! (40:50)...
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Ep. 566: New Apple Stuff for Your Home!
Notnerd Podcast: Tech Better
Apple released new home products today, including the Apple HomeView, new Apple TV 4K, new HomePod mini, and Apple Home collection of smart home accessories. Plus, we have plenty of other tech to talk about. ! - and INTRO (00:00) Portland Retro Gaming Expo (02:55) (11:40) MAIN TOPIC: Apple Home Release (14:50) (20:45) (24:50) (27:45) DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: iOS 27, Extend photos (35:50) JUST THE HEADLINES: (43:30) WITHIN REACH! (46:00) Dave is leading 14-12, Round 29, Nate goes first TAKES: (52:00) (54:30) BONUS ODD TAKE: (59:50) PICKS OF THE WEEK: Dave: (01:03:00)...
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Ep. 565: Amazon's new hardware and Prime "Big Deal" Days
Notnerd Podcast: Tech Better
Amazon jumped on the new hardware bandwagon this week with new Echo devices, TV sticks, and more. We discuss this and our finds in the Prime Big Deal Days event going on now. Plus plenty of other tech and fun to be had. ! - and INTRO (00:00) UNOFFICIAL BANTER: Dave back on T-Mobile from Mint Mobile (02:10) (08:10) (08:40) iPhone Duo Preorders next week (09:50) MAIN TOPIC: Amazon’s Big Week (12:30) DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Let the smarter Siri find what’s happening in your life. (24:35) JUST THE HEADLINES: (30:30) LISTENER MAIL: Todd - ? (33:25) WITHIN REACH! (42:45) Dave...
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Ep. 564: Meta's all in on Muse and hardware
Notnerd Podcast: Tech Better
Meta Connect 2026 happened this week, and Mark Zuckerberg showed off some new hardware that looks pretty good, including new VR glasses and a Tamagotchi-style device, Muse Charm. They emphasized how great Muse is and how it will make you money. Plus plenty of other tech to discuss. ! - and INTRO (00:00) MAIN TOPIC: Meta’s all in on hardware now (02:25) (18:35) (20:05) DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Apple Music in iOS 27 Now Playing screen can now rotate to landscape mode and Friends Playlist (25:25) JUST THE HEADLINES: (33:40) WITHIN REACH! Dave is leading 14-11, Round 27, Nate...
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Ep. 563: Nate's iPhone 18 Pro, AppleCare One Family, and more tech goodness!
Notnerd Podcast: Tech Better
Nate picked up his new iPhone 18 Pro on Friday and has been putting it to the test. He also signed up for AppleCare One Family, we discuss whether it is worth it. As always, there's plenty of other tech to catch up on. ! - and INTRO (00:00) (02:25) MAIN TOPIC: Nate’s new iPhone and AppleCare+ Family (08:30) Nate’s iPhone 18 Pro DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Liquid Glass Slider + easter egg (26:40) JUST THE HEADLINES: (30:50) WITHIN REACH! Dave is leading 13-11, Round 25, Dave goes first (34:10) TAKES: (39:25) (43:00) BONUS ODD TAKE: (44:20) PICKS OF THE WEEK: ...
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Ep. 562: Apple Updates, Upgrades, and Ughhhs! Plus tech news and tips!
Notnerd Podcast: Tech Better
We've got plenty to discuss after last week's Apple Event and all the new OS 27s coming out. Plus, the rest of the tech world didn't slow down, so we do our best to catch up. All so you can get out there and tech better! ! - and INTRO (00:00) MAIN TOPIC: Updating and Upgrading with Apple (06:20) Nate’s App Journey How to migrate phones DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Add custom cards in Apple Wallet (37:50) JUST THE HEADLINES: (47:45) WITHIN REACH! Dave is leading 13-10, Round 24, Nate goes first (52:00) TAKES: September 2nd: (58:00) (01:01:50) BONUS ODD TAKE: (01:05:00)
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Ep. 561: Apple iPhone Event Recap: Did they surprise and shine?
Notnerd Podcast: Tech Better
Apple held its annual iPhone event today at 10 am PT. We watched the event together and hopped on live right after to discuss the announcements. The iPhone 18 Pro, the AirPods 5, the Apple Watch 12 and Ultra 4, and, of course, the folding iPhone Duo. We even had a special guest crash the show. What are your thoughts on all the new Apple goodies? ! - and (03:00) (11:05) (14:00) (20:50)
info_outlineElon Musk has been all over tech news and beyond lately, and this week was a perfect example. Not only did SpaceX catch a booster on landing, but he also held an event to show off Tesla's Robotaxi, Robovan, and updated humanoid robots. In other tech news, Apple quietly updated the beloved iPad Mini. Plenty of other topics to discuss in the world of technology and beyond. Enjoy!
INTRO (00:00)
Apple just announced a new, faster iPad Mini (05:40)
Submerged on Apple Vision Pro (11:15)
MAIN TOPIC: This week in Elon (14:15)
In an engineering feat, mechanical SpaceX arms catch Starship rocket booster back at the launch pad
Elon Musk unveils Tesla Cybercab, Robovan and updated Optimus robot at We, Robot event
DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Apple Notes Math (27:40)
JUST THE HEADLINES: (36:05)
AI girlfriend site breached, user fantasies stolen
Red Dead Redemption finally comes to PC 14 years after its original release
Nintendo announces new game hardware: an alarm clock!
TikTok lays off hundreds of staff - to replace them with AI
Wimbledon line judges will be replaced with AI next summer
Robot vacuums hacked to shout slurs at their owners
TAKES:
Amazon and Apple strike deal to bring Apple TV+ to Prime Video (38:05)
Adobe announces a bunch of new AI tools at Adobe Max (39:55)
NIST proposes barring some of the most nonsensical password rules (42:20)
Microsoft (and more) Patch Tuesday, October 2024 (46:05)
Internet Archive hacked, data breach impacts 31 million users (47:10)
BONUS ODD TAKE: BBC Sound Effects Library (49:55)
PICKS OF THE WEEK:
Dave: Ventusky Weather App (53:45)
RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (01:03:40)
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