This time on Flashback, my podcast with Quinn Nelson on which we talk about tech history:
In an effort to keep Microsoft from controlling the PC software industry, in the 1980s, IBM created OS/2, an operating system meant to give its computers a competitive advantage. Unable to do this alone, Big Blue turned to an unlikely company to help build it.
On a special episode of Liftoff, Jason Snell and I got to interview Ron Moore, co-creator, writer and producer of For All Mankind. Topics covered include the challenges writing for a parallel timeline and a bit about episode 1 of the new season after a spoiler warning is given.
This was a real joy to put together, and I’m excited to share it. Go check it out!
This week on the show:
Stephen refuses to be pigeonholed, Federico talks about how MagSafe could be used on new accessories and Myke doesn’t want to talk about folding iPhones, but then does. Also on the list of topics: failing Apple watches, #GreenGate and blankets.
On Connected Pro, the fight between Apple and users who want to customize their home screens is discussed, then a name of an old website is lost to time.
I got the chance to sit down and chat with Charlie Chapman on his excellent podcast, Launched. We spoke about 512 Pixels, Relay FM and our work with St. Jude.
Apple has launched a new podcast to coincide with season two of For All Mankind, which debuts on AppleTV+ on Friday.1 It is hosted by Krys Marshall, who plays astronaut Danielle Poole on the show, and will offer a behind-the-scene look at the show. Oddly, the podcast is coming out every other week, even though the show will be weekly.
I’m really excited about this season of the show. Keep an eye on Liftoff, the space podcast I do with Jason Snell.. Later this week, we’ll be posting an interview with someone involved in the show.
Everyone’s a real Federico, but only Stephen could disrupt the show document in such a profoundly useless way. Myke takes on the form of those around him.
Topics include MacBook Pro batteries, Spotify and Siri getting cozy, the iPhone 12 mini and more.
On Connected Pro, I explained what an ice storm is.
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During World War I and II, the U.S. and Royal Navies turned to camouflage as a way to protect their ships and planes. One such method was a little more … exciting than the others.
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This week on Mac Power Users, David and I get back to the basics, and check on how calendars, contacts and tasks can be effectively managed across a range of devices and apps.
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The guys review CARROT Weather 5, dream up new health devices for Apple to make and dive into the new iOS 14.5 beta. Also: Myke won’t wear an anklet, Federico has words for certain drivers and Stephen files feedback about the Reminders app.
(It’s Feedback #FB8989457)
On Connected Pro, the longer, ad-free version of the show, Federico updates everyone on Italian political changes before admitting to reading the rules. And apparently, Casey Liss was behaving badly.
This time on Flashback, Quinn Nelson and I get into the weird tale of the CrunchPadJooJoo Grid10 tablet.
This week on the show, the Queen of Automation drops by to talk about her current gear and use of Plex, as well as how she is using HomeKit and managing files.
On More Power Users, they tied me down to talk about iPhone 12 Pro sizes.
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This week on Connected, Myke has a theory, Stephen has a crush and Federico has opinions on olives. Also: a discussion about Tweetbot 6 and what makes app subscriptions worth it.
On Connected Pro, new words are reviewed, then the accents come out to play after the show.
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