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Rob and Mark are Apple and tech enthusiasts who like nothing more than a good old muse, moan and laugh about the latest happenings from Apple. Tune in to hear them talk through the latest news, rumours and releases (it's a bit like having a couple of pints down the pub - this isn't Newsnight).

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    BIG NEWS ABOUT EIGHT OR SIXTEEN (WE'RE STILL ALIVE)!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 2:05


    Eight or Sixteen will return...   If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com.   Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com.

    “They already know everything about me...”

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 56:44


    In this week's episode of Eight or Sixteen, Rob and Mark dive into the latest Nintendo Switch 2. Rob's also spotted a wild £500 Echo Show from Amazon and Mark discovered a new mysterious Vision Pro app! Links ➡️ £500 Amazon Echo Show: https://geni.us/WmW1R ➡️ CLVX1 combined keyboard and trackpad on Kickstarter: https://geni.us/GKtWcE ➡️ Remind Me Faster: https://geni.us/B2lPdOi ➡️ Samsung ViewFinity S9 5K display: https://geni.us/UBG1mX ➡️ ASUS ProArt 5K display: https://geni.us/XG52a ➡️ BenQ 5K display: https://geni.us/iiRba   If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com.   Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

    “Watching three British blokes mess around...”

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 58:35


    This week on Eight or Sixteen, Mark shares what he calls his best experience ever—an unforgettable visit to a pretty famous racetrack. There's also chat about his ongoing thoughts on the iPhone 16E, while Rob dreams up the ultimate PC build, complete with analogue dials.... Links: MyCarly OBD car gadget: https://geni.us/RBEH Chappell Roan – Good Luck, Babe: https://geni.us/QGNvygN Chappell Roan Tiny Desk Performance: https://geni.us/IB1qA1h Lola Young – Messy: https://geni.us/pqfZ New Pebble watches: https://geni.us/HK1yJgp Somfy Home Automation: https://geni.us/v3uEz3 Clevetura CLVX1 keyboard/trackpad: https://geni.us/E1sfT LG OLED Ultrawide: https://geni.us/l1nU Streacom DA6 case: https://geni.us/8iGVvH VU1 e-ink analogue dials: https://geni.us/2YrIX Streacom DB4 cube case: https://geni.us/skSuiB Roborock Saros Z70: https://geni.us/poJydZ   If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com.   Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com.

    “Weird AI robots walking around everywhere..."

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 52:31


    In this episode Mark and Rob discuss MWC highlights, a quirky take on World Book Day, and the OnePlus Watch 3. They also dive into Apple's latest launches from the iPhone 16E, iPads with (and without) the AI, and the new MacBook Air colours. Tune in for all this and more! If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

    "Everyone needs a magnetic goose"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 59:14


    This week, Mark shares his thoughts on the BYD Seal vs. Tesla Model 3, while we dive into Apple's refreshed Powerbeats Pro—are they a real AirPods Pro alternative? Plus, a mysterious Apple event is on the horizon, and Rob has a Valentine's Day story you won't want to miss. Links ➡️ Stephen Wilson Jr “I'm a song” live perfomance: https://geni.us/xEUpLXl ➡️ Mark's BYD Seal vs Tesla Model 3 TikTok: https://geni.us/DMyFc ➡️ Nothing Phone (3a) coming soon: https://geni.us/NYEdqEq ➡️ OnePlus Watch 3: https://geni.us/vjA9x ➡️ Migrate purchases between Apple IDs: https://geni.us/Ci9r ➡️ ASUS ProArt PA27JCV 5K display: https://geni.us/nmYlNZw ➡️ Tapestry app for building your own universal chronological timeline, now out of beta: https://geni.us/KQ60C4 ➡️ Reeder, a less hands-on alternative: https://geni.us/8l71 ➡️ Magnetic goose: https://geni.us/b5BWC   If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com.   Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

    "Exceptionally Happy About That Sausage...”

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 66:58


    Samsung's latest Galaxy S25 lineup, the return of Pebble smartwatches, and Apple's latest financial results—this episode is packed with big tech news! Mark shares updates from Barcelona and his new newsletter, while Rob dives into the fate of Meta Portals. Plus, a quirky macOS Calculator trick you might want to try.

    "The coveted, 'Mark Ellis Reviews' BEST TOILET AWARD"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 59:29


    Mark and Rob are back with another packed episode of Eight or Sixteen! This week, they dive into the best (and weirdest) tech from CES 2025, including Lenovo's rollable laptops, and a robot vacuum with an Inspector Gadget arm. Mark shares his “Best in Show” highlights, Rob talks WiFi 7 and heated seats, and a bizarre electric salt spoon you didn't know you needed. Links Hotdog vs Chicken: https://bigpotato.co.uk/products/chicken-vs-hotdog?variant=43051952210171 Withings Omnia: https://www.withings.com/uk/en/landing/omnia Saros Z70 robot vacuum with an Inspector Gadget arm: https://global.roborock.com/pages/roborock-saros-z70 Latest effort from Amagami Ham Ham creators Mirumi: https://www.ux-xu.com/news/ces2025_1 Also Nékojita FuFu: https://www.ux-xu.com/news/ces2025_2 Electric Salt Spoon: https://www.kirinholdings.com/en/newsroom/release/2024/0520_01.html LG 45” 2160P 21:9 Ultrawide display: https://www.lg.com/uk/monitors/gaming/45gr95qe-b/ Jeff Beck guitar auction viewings until 22nd January (scroll down for the virtual tour): https://www.christies.com/en/events/jeff-beck-the-guitar-collection/what-is-on#exhibition Razer Project Arielle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8grHBWtgjDQ M4 Mac mini CNC aluminium case: https://zeerawireless.com/products/zeera-macforge-gen2-cnc-aluminum-case-for-2024-mac-mini-m4 MacPaw Eney AI automation a la what Rabbit said they could do, but for Mac (and might actually work): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rWmvO25o6pw Web-based Eney simulation: https://macpaw.com/eney-waiting-list ShiftCam Planck 2TB external SSD: https://prelaunch.com/projects/planck-ssd-powerful-storage-hidden-in-your-palm-planck-ssd-powerful-storage-hidden-in-your-palm DJI Flip drone: https://www.dji.com/uk/flip Nintendo Lego Gameboy troll announcement: https://x.com/NintendoAmerica/status/1877400996462166302 Nintendo Switch 2 trailer launched: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=itpcsQQvgAQ InCase “Designed by Microsoft” collection: https://www.incase.com/collections/productivity-accessories Klack mechanical keyboard simulator app: https://tryklack.com   If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com.   Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com  

    “Demise of the stovetop”

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2024 67:27


    In this episode, Mark and Rob reflect on an eventful 2024, covering everything from travel highlights and their favourite tech purchases to the biggest disappointments of the year. Rob shares his hands-on experience with OneUI 7 Beta, Samsung's latest innovations, and his new tech toys, while Mark looks back on standout reviews and missed opportunities. Plus, a look ahead at what 2025 might bring, including Apple's rumored HomePod with a display, Nintendo's Switch 2, and Samsung's S25 Ultra. Links BookCase by Astropad: https://geni.us/bdfZ Google/Samsung XR headset - basically Android Vision Pro: https://geni.us/0GRPiR ResMed $120 Vision Pro Kontor strap with counterweights: https://geni.us/vhV9 Flow Launcher (basically Raycast for Windows): https://geni.us/x3Sj Official Raycast for Windows waitlist: https://geni.us/THo236T Festivitas app - Christmasify your Mac: https://geni.us/hRS16r If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

    "Apologies to Andy McBain!"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2024 63:04


    Join Mark and Rob for another episode of the Eight or Sixteen podcast and more tech ramblings. From starting to talk about Christmas decorations, to an interesting song about a duck and some grapes, just your typical Eight or Sixteen podcast! And a personal apologies from Niall to Andy McBain, for the incorrect scheduling.... ➡️ Ghost newsletter/publishing platform: https://geni.us/FZtkm8 ➡️ Aqara U200 Smart Lock https://geni.us/TcNIK ➡️ Govee Christmas Tree Lights: https://geni.us/e7fZY ➡️ Aqara FP2 presence sensors: https://geni.us/j0PFw ➡️ Philips Sonicare 9900 toothbrush with USB-C charging case: https://geni.us/kXJyBWH ➡️ Suri alternative toothbrush: https://geni.us/35D0qUP ➡️ Smart water bottle: https://geni.us/7DqK9 ➡️ Upright Posture gadget: https://geni.us/bYVBD ➡️ Withings U-Scan wee analyser: https://geni.us/pb4HR ➡️ iCloud passwords extension for Firefox: https://geni.us/wjzxQ3 ➡️ Wallace and Gromit video shot on iPhone and projected 300-foot high onto Battersea Power Station: https://geni.us/2j3hk ➡️ Apple Christmas Advert: https://geni.us/lXv8E ➡️ M4 Mac mini so small you can fit it in the base of a G4 iMac, as Chance Miller of 9to5Mac has done: https://geni.us/CAILA ➡️ Satechi M4 Mac mini dock: https://geni.us/je6y ➡️ M4 Mac mini adornments: https://geni.us/FO3Mj ➡️ M4 Mac mini Power Mac G3 case: https://geni.us/pOwQ ➡️ Christian Selig's M4 Mac mini-shaped desk ornaments: https://geni.us/TrH4E5 ➡️ Microsoft Windows 365 Link thin client for their Cloud PC service: https://geni.us/IAzsIc3 ➡️ Put Windows on your face: https://geni.us/cGvy ➡️ This Is An Xbox campaign: https://geni.us/7SJRKbA ➡️ One UI 7 beta started rolling out today: https://geni.us/L4JJjm ➡️ The Verge subscription - $7 a month or $50 a year: https://geni.us/njr2vai ➡️ Delicious Library: https://geni.us/aklsT ➡️ TinyPod: https://geni.us/XszRc ➡️ Astropod BookCase: https://geni.us/C9RqKf4 ➡️ Free alternative for Bartender macOS app: https://geni.us/AZWhZcc ➡️ EE's WiFi 7 offering - included in 1.6Gb/s plan, or £10 a month on lower tiers: https://geni.us/t4By ➡️ The Duck Song: https://geni.us/JwFKcun ➡️ The Duck Song official plush you can't buy (but there are knockoffs on eBay): https://geni.us/oo7SbCR   If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

    "Marques has been a naughty boy"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 62:03


    In this episode Mark and Rob dive into the power-packed M4 Mac mini, questioning whether its upgrades are worth the price, and the surprising 3D-printed Mac Pro case that's making waves. They explore the Oppo Find X8 Pro, growing BlueSky exodus numbers, and why AppleCare+ refunds are suddenly popping up. Plus, Rob's accidental car purchase, frustration with smart locks, and the return of a quirky Casio gadget!  Links ➡️ 3D Printed Mac Pro case for M4 Mac mini: https://geni.us/BK2qETK ➡️ Jeff Beck guitar auction: https://geni.us/SIzmBA ➡️ Spatialify app to convert iPhone Spatial Videos for playback on Meta Quest: https://geni.us/xP1EM4Z ➡️ Pixelmator bought by Apple: https://geni.us/3ce9V ➡️ Croissant app - crosspost to Threads, Mastodon, Bluesky: https://geni.us/eDqgAve ➡️ Aqara U200 Smart Lock with HomeKey support that fits UK doors: https://geni.us/MlCOI ➡️ Nuki Ultra smart lock just announced - but no HomeKey support: https://geni.us/Zclwann ➡️ Apparently the TinyPod is rubbish according to two-dimensional David on YouTube: https://geni.us/hpwiPTv ➡️ TinyPod: https://geni.us/0jpqdS1 ➡️ Whack a tiny Casio Digital Watch on your finger - Casio Smart Ring: https://geni.us/0TkSI ➡️ Or get a massive one: https://geni.us/sp7se   If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com.

    “Life is too short for dangly straps”

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2024 69:33


    Join Rob and Mark for more tech waffling and meandering down limitless cultural cul-de-sacs! If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

    “They've Sherlocked our podcast!”

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2024 56:52


    In this episode, Mark and Rob dive into the latest Apple M4 benchmarks leak, comparing it to the infamous iPhone 4 incident, and explore what surprises we might see at the upcoming Apple October event. They also discuss the Meta Quest 3S and how it stacks up against its competition, alongside the newest developments in VR and AR, including Meta's Orion project. Make sure to watch until the end so you don't miss out on a quirky little Nintendo Alarm Clock!   ➡️ Meta Quest 3S: https://geni.us/LbbvX ➡️ Wordle VR for Quest: https://geni.us/7YWYo ➡️ Meta Orion Augmented Reality Glasses: https://geni.us/AQfrq ➡️ Fifth Generation Snap Spectacles with AR: https://geni.us/dm9jGW ➡️ Pico 4 Ultra VR/MR alternative to Quest: https://geni.us/5KqHd ➡️ Trailer for “Submerged” – Apple's first Immersive Video short film for Vision Pro: https://geni.us/NgaXmr ➡️ Severance returns to Apple TV+ 17th January 2025: https://geni.us/Ajmn ➡️ Apple TV+ and Amazon Prime Video deal: https://geni.us/S8xAke ➡️ NothingOS 3: https://geni.us/iMBMAX ➡️ Nothing Ear (Open): https://geni.us/cSOAr ➡️ Samsung Developer Conference – OneUI 7: https://geni.us/WQkeR3C ➡️ Honor Magic V3 foldable: https://geni.us/jAeBKX ➡️ Honor Magic Pen: https://geni.us/UjWx ➡️ Bonkers Honor 100W wireless charger: https://geni.us/Y648a ➡️ Nintendo Alarm Clock – Alarmo: https://geni.us/WToEBwT ➡️ Clock-sized Casio retro A158W watch: https://geni.us/lAM72jx   If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com.   Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

    "He loves to get his otoscope out"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2024 57:48


    In this episode, Mark and Rob dive into Apple's latest reveals, from the new iPhone 16 line up (the good and the bad), to the AirPods 4 and Apple Watch Series 10. Are any of Apple latest launches really worth it?   If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com.   Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

    “We all remember the Flappy Birds”

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2024 65:04


    In this episode, Mark is back from his travels and shares insights from IFA and a Huawei or Honor event. Rob discusses his recent tech purchases, including the delayed Magic V3. The guys also dive into Apple's recent iPhone event and they guys discuss the return of a fan favourite app coming next year...   Links - Honor Magic V3 bendyphone launched:     - https://www.honor.com/uk/phones/honor-magic-v3/ - HUAWEI Mate XT triple bendy phone launched:     - https://consumer.huawei.com/cn/phones/mate-xt-ultimate-design/ - Otterbox case for iPhone 16 with comedy Camera Control cutout:     - https://www.otterbox.co.uk/en-gb/iphone-16-pro-max-case-grey/77-96134.html - New Beats iPhone cases:     - https://www.beatsbydre.com/uk/accessories/phone-cases/beats-iphone-16-plus-magsafe-case/MCFJ4/iphone16-riptideblue - B&O H100 - £1,299 headphones!!     - https://www.bang-olufsen.com/en/gb/headphones/beoplay-h100 - DJI Neo - compact, affordable drone that can take off and land from your palm, and follow you about without the need for a remote:     - https://www.dji.com/uk/neo - Probably better than the Hover X1 by Zero that was all the rage last year:     - https://us.hoverair.com/products/hoverair-x1-self-flying-camera-combo - WhatsApp turning into Beeper:     - https://about.fb.com/news/2024/09/an-update-on-how-were-building-safe-and-secure-third-party-chats-for-users-in-europe/ - New Reeder “universal timeline” app, similar to Tapestry:     - https://reederapp.com - Tapestry by The Iconfactory:     - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/iconfactory/project-tapestry - Polycam 3D scanner app for iPhone Pro and Android users with LiDAR-equipped devices:     - https://poly.cam - Flappy Bird is coming back to iPhone after a 10 year hiatus:     - https://flappybird.org If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

    “It will call emergency services for you if it thinks you have died”

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2024 63:09


    In this episode, Mark dives into his latest tech adventures, including a hands-on with the Galaxy Watch Ultra and the Surface Laptop 7. Rob shares the mishaps of a blown TV and his holiday in the Peak District, where he tested some new Insta360 gear. Plus, they discuss the latest Google controversy and Apple rumours, including the potential of an Apple TV-sized Mac mini and what's next for the iPhone 16…     Links ➡️ Mark's Surface Laptop 7 review: https://geni.us/sBLF ➡️ Mark's comedically big TCL 98” C805K Mini LED TV video: https://geni.us/WqQz 55” LG B4 OLED TV with Dolby Vision at Costco (sadly the price has gone up to £849 since this show was recorded): https://geni.us/FP24a43 ➡️ SnapGrip MagSafe battery pack/physical shutter button: https://geni.us/CEaAHY ➡️ MagBak MagSafe cases and accessories: https://geni.us/DRvrOn ➡️ WALLFID MagSafe wallet with elasticated sides that accommodates a Samsung portable SSD: https://geni.us/5RkS ➡️ Short USB-C cable with 90-degree end: https://geni.us/t2wA2Ab ➡️ Native Union Stow sleeve for iPad/Magic Keyboard: https://geni.us/gJxSPi ➡️ SODI MagSafe Continuity Camera monitor mount/stand: https://geni.us/vy9p1 ➡️ Belkin Auto-Tracking 360 degree pan, 90 degree tilt DockKit stand: https://geni.us/ZDMirQC ➡️ Insta360 Flow Pro DockKit compatible gimbal: https://geni.us/RHTBgTw ➡️ Halide camera app with true RAW mode: https://geni.us/2x4viUq ➡️ First HomeKey compatible Smart Lock that works with eurocylinder - Aqara U200: https://geni.us/B7OGt ➡️ Aqara FP2 Presence Sensor: https://geni.us/4G0PR ➡️ SwitchBot Universal Remote: https://geni.us/gYXtZdE ➡️ Nest thermostat 4th gen: https://geni.us/x2w4erf ➡️ CMF by Nothing Phone 1: https://geni.us/KHeK ➡️ Playdate pizza box case: https://geni.us/OfVa If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

    “It's… uhh… Matt Berry.”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2024 61:49


    In this episode, Mark covers his recent trip to the OnePlus event in Milan, showcasing the Nord 4 and CMF products. Rob and Mark discuss Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked, including the Fold6 and Flip6, and the Nokia 3210 reboot. They also touch on Apple rumours and new public betas. There is also talks of the Xiaomi 14 Ultra Photography Kit and speculations about the Apple Watch X...   Links ➡️ OnePlus Nord 4: https://geni.us/JPYOuXi  ➡️ CMF Phone 1: https://geni.us/1T4xj7N  ➡️ CMF Buds Pro 2: https://geni.us/LAuzUtA  ➡️ CMF Watch Pro 2: https://geni.us/WzCOBe8  ➡️ Honor Magic V3 - register for a chance to try one out for a month: https://geni.us/f4lgzO  ➡️ Dyson OnTrac Headphones with collapsible case: https://geni.us/lEZe3  ➡️ Cambridge Audio P100 with Matt Berry as the built-in voiceover: https://geni.us/IMYQ ➡️ Matt Berry: https://geni.us/dMow3Xb ➡️ Mark Ellis Creator Diary channel: https://geni.us/t19dUvk  ➡️ SnapGrip MagSafe camera/battery case: https://geni.us/vaWqO  ➡️ Nokia Lumia 1020 camera grip throwback: https://geni.us/Vlbj9  ➡️ Xiaomi 14 Ultra Photography Kit: https://geni.us/ZlrtL3D  ➡️ Nokia 3210 Reboot: https://geni.us/2cNLHCT  ➡️ HMD Skyline Nokia Lumia-esque phone: https://geni.us/SNc7w  ➡️ Square Home Launcher - Windows Phone UI for Android: https://geni.us/GAaPj  ➡️ Launcher10 - an alternative Windows Phone launcher option for Android: https://geni.us/gnAkL  ➡️ Tinypod - turn your old Apple Watch into a tiny iPod: https://geni.us/NegQMgf  ➡️ Cake - turn your old Apple Watch into a tiny Rabbit R1: https://geni.us/wxxEHtd     If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

    "This is the most orange thing on planet Earth"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2024 61:36


    In this episode, Mark shares highlights from his recent holiday, including a review of the Insta360 GO 3S and a Tesla road trip in Scotland. Rob and Mark also discuss upcoming tech events like Samsung Unpacked and Prime Day, as well as the anticipated launch of the Pixel 9. Rob covers the arrival of the Rabbit R1 and its security flaws, alongside a look at the very cute little game... Links ➡️ Meta Ray-Bans: https://geni.us/YZynPT  ➡️ Insta360 GO 3S: https://geni.us/ADQf  ➡️ Insta360 dongle to offload footage straight to phone/laptop/SD card/charge: https://geni.us/tbv9d  ➡️ Sony Xperia 1 VI: https://geni.us/ntoJ04n  ➡️ Sonos Ace headphones: https://geni.us/MUcC  ➡️ Logitech Combo Touch iPad keyboard case: https://geni.us/HFA6Qe  ➡️ Logitech Keys To-Go travel keyboard: https://geni.us/l3ZZE  ➡️ North Coast 500: https://geni.us/dIfJIus  ➡️ Beats Pill: https://geni.us/HJnkBZ  ➡️ CMF by Nothing Phone: https://geni.us/qAlS6XR  ➡️ Perplexity furore / AI eating its own tail: https://geni.us/AgJd6yb  ➡️ Hello Kitty Happiness Parade rhythm game £1.75 on Switch until 10th July 2024: https://geni.us/r9sExk    Free for Netflix users on iOS and Android: ➡️ Android: https://geni.us/J0xqEw  ➡️ iOS: https://geni.us/iYkzX    ➡️ Abigail Osborn Gonna Get Over You song from Hello Kitty game: https://geni.us/OK2gC  ➡️ Deep dive into the production of the above track: https://geni.us/F0uLIaH  ➡️ New Bobby Fingers video, “Fabio and the Goose”: https://geni.us/thnL    If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

    “Craig's Hair Helmet”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2024 43:01


    This week Mark and Rob dive into Marks latest trip to France and dissect Apple's WWDC24 event, which was, as always, impressively shot "entirely" on an iPhone. They break down all the new features in macOS, iOS, and visionOS. Plus, they give their thoughts on Craig Federighi's iconic segues... Links   L ➡️Honor 200 Pro phone: https://geni.us/7Q6R ➡️LoverOfTech Ben being too cool at the Honor 200 launch event in Paris: https://geni.us/BuWJ ➡️Microsoft Recall recalled: https://geni.us/oVc6DJA ➡️Apple WWDC24 replay if you missed it: https://geni.us/odlBpBW ➡️Dark Matter on Apple TV+: https://geni.us/XWTTkI ➡️Immersed VR for using Quest 3 in a similar fashion to Vision Pro with your Mac or PC:https://geni.us/KsFqo ➡️Canon RF and RF-S STM Dual Fisheye lenses for Spatial Photography: https://geni.us/eCC1b ➡️BlackMagic URSA Cine Immersive Spatial Video camera: https://geni.us/VDA0 ➡️Rectangle Window Management: https://geni.us/T2kJj3h ➡️Otter AI transcription: https://geni.us/kWmF9rO ➡️MyScript Calculator handwritten sums app (now Sherlocked by MathNotes): https://geni.us/A7jl ➡️Squeezy Bezel Animation in iOS 18: https://geni.us/qggAI ➡️Lairy Orange silicone Whoop bands now available: https://geni.us/1DAxk ➡️Tim Cook Magic Mouse moment during Marques Brownlee interview: https://geni.us/TVZBH9       If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

    “I'd feel like I was in hospital”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2024 46:46


    In this episode, Mark recounts his trip to Computex in Taipei, sharing his highlights of the Snapdragon Insider event. Rob and Mark dive into Mark's latest tech gear, including the surprising switch from a 13-inch M4 iPad Pro to the smaller 11-inch version. They also discuss the debut of the Eight Sleep Night 4 and its potential impact on their sleep quality. On the automotive front, Mark talks about his new Range Rover Sport and the launch of his new content brand, Mark Ellis Motors. Plus, they touch on the fate of ICQ, Proton Pass's new desktop app, and the latest from CMF by Nothing.  Links ➡️ Mark Ellis Motors: https://www.instagram.com/markellismotors/ https://www.tiktok.com/@markellismotors ➡️ Assassin's Creed Mirage out now, launch price £22.99: https://geni.us/nI0O8PM ➡️ Huawei Matebook 14 laptop: https://geni.us/Bmqd0X ➡️ New EightSleep 4 smart mattress topper: https://geni.us/UAVscA ➡️ RIP ICQ - shutting down June 26th: https://geni.us/uiOCdXA ➡️ Bartender app sold to a company called Applause, privacy concerns: https://geni.us/baQ0 ➡️ Bartender alternatives: Vanilla: https://geni.us/udTiLFR Ice: https://geni.us/WiLYs ➡️ Little Snitch: https://geni.us/lBcz ➡️ ProtonPass macOS and Linux desktop apps: https://geni.us/m9zyFU ➡️ CMF by Nothing phone teaser: https://geni.us/tn3go ➡️ Mr Mobile Clicks Keyboard Case for iPhone: https://geni.us/wBvlLAk ➡️ M-Con prototype iPhone game controller case: https://geni.us/VrBeqAO ➡️ Tiny Pod - turns Apple Watch into a tiny iPod: https://geni.us/PyFAQ5 ➡️ Cake - turns Apple Watch into a tiny Rabbit R1 lookalike: https://geni.us/RQvy7po   If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

    “I asked it to write an 80's rock song about my balls?”

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2024 68:57


    This week Mark shares his travels from Germany and Manchester and dives into the latest ultra-thin M4 iPad Pro and its new updates. Mark and Rob also review the new Sonos Ace headphones and the latest BMW Mark is reviewing on his main channel. In event news, they discuss highlights from Google I/O 2024 and Microsoft's latest launches. Plus, Rob talks about Little Snitch 6 and showcases some brilliant musical talent… ➡️ Vincent Teoh / HDTVTest: https://www.youtube.com/@hdtvtest ➡️ Pixel 8a: https://geni.us/QSAO8Q4 ➡️ Sonos Ace headphones: https://geni.us/E047 ➡️ RetroArch retro games emulator for iOS, iPadOS and Apple TV: https://geni.us/RKzHyK ➡️ iPad Sheet Music app MusicNotes: https://geni.us/xrRC ➡️ Google I/O 2024 replay if you missed it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XEzRZ35urlk ➡️ Project Astra Googly glasses demonstration: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nXVvvRhiGjI ➡️ Marc Rebillet: https://www.youtube.com/@MarcRebillet ➡️ Little Marc Rebillet queuing for an iPhone: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NnbL-Hm-xws ➡️ Microsoft Special Event replay if you missed it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZbHd4suAnQ ➡️ Humane putting itself up for sale barely a month after aiPin launch: https://geni.us/3EkbRJ9 ➡️ Udio AI Music generation: https://geni.us/uacfP ➡️ Little Snitch 6:https://geni.us/lStg ➡️ Windows equivalent of Little Snitch, Glassware: https://geni.us/xBAxL ➡️ Mr Mobile's Clicks keyboard case for iPhone: https://geni.us/zX8ZwRf ➡️ Ergotron HX monitor arm: https://geni.us/roOaKkj ➡️ Dell U4025QW 40” Ultrawide 120hz: https://geni.us/g7Nlgg If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com.   Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

    “I touched a lot of knobs that day”

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2024 65:41


    From camping to press events in China, this week Mark and Rob catch up whats been happening over the last month. They also delve into the latest Apple “Let Loose” Event and whether it was worth the wait... Links ➡️ Thomas the Technology Chap drops his drone in the sea: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/F80x3LkgLjs ➡️ Beats Solo 4 on-ear headphones: https://geni.us/beatsolo4uk ➡️ JBL Spinner BT Bluetooth Turntable: https://geni.us/bO4rFxO  ➡️ Teenage Engineering TP-7 field recorder: https://geni.us/gPkBLwM ➡️  Naim Uniti Atom:  https://geni.us/yBD0  ➡️  8bitdo C64-inspired keyboard: https://geni.us/EM8ut    If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com.   Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com 

    “Pop out your S-Pen and give it a little sniff”

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2024 64:41


    Why does the S-Pen smell? This week, Mark and Rob answer similarly important questions, as well as why YouTubers perpetually declare that they're switching from iPhone to Android. Mark also gives his verdict on the Whoop band and some insight into the behind-the-scenes of his growing business.   ➡️ Ultrahuman Ring: https://geni.us/Xs8fD ➡️ Whoop Band: https://geni.us/raKZTiB ➡️ Eight Sleep: https://geni.us/UAVscA ➡️ Check out Mark's redesigned website: https://markellisreviews.com ➡️ Mark's “Day in the life” series: https://www.youtube.com/@markelliscreator ➡️ “Buy Back Your Time” by Dan Martell book: https://geni.us/PnmJ ➡️ Bang and Olufsen Beocom Portal headset: https://geni.us/BXnRAg8 ➡️ Elago MagSafe wallet that looks like a Gameboy: https://geni.us/ZeKq ➡️ Reloptix Prescription lenses for Quest 3: https://geni.us/hjfdsM ➡️ Live TV app for Apple TV: https://geni.us/topPX If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com.   Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com 

    "Shoehorning Android into an Apple setup"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2024 60:27


    Eight or Sixteen is back after Mark's trip to the Mobile World Conference in Barcelona. In this episode, Mark tells us all about his big trip to Apple HQ in Battersea and his opportunity to review the BMW IX2. Rob and Mark also give their verdict on the Nothing Phone (2a) and the latest release from Apple in the form of the M3 MacBook Air.   You can see Mark's full review of both the Nothing Phone (2a) and M3 MacBook Air on the main channel now! If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com.   Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com 

    "Cardboard cutouts of Craig Federighi"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2024 58:54


    In this episode, Rob and Mark discuss the M3 iMac video fallout, fitness tech and they also explore the new Apple Vision Pro and question, is it just another headset, or is it something way more... (should they wear these tech masks in more episodes?). Links ➡️ Mark's Vision Pro livestream Q&A replay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PjuqUSnMdC0 ➡️ Mark's Vision Pro “one week later” video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zp3JYZxS53o ➡️ Mark Zuckerberg tries Vision Pro: https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/13/24072413/mark-zuckerberg-apple-vision-pro-review-quest-3 ➡️ Juno, the unofficial YouTube client from Christian Selig, ex-developer of now-defunct Apollo app for Reddit: https://christianselig.com/2024/02/introducing-juno/ ➡️ Rob was using Immersed on the Quest 3 to see Mark on StreamYard: https://immersed.com ➡️ BoboVR M3 Pro Quest 3 strap: Amazon - convenient but pricey: https://www.amazon.co.uk/BOBOVR-M3-Pro-Accessories-Compatible/dp/B0CJLG9SBR/ Direct - half the price, but shipped from China and often out of stock: https://www.bobovr.com/products/bobovr-m3-pro ➡️ Larq Self-Cleaning or Built-In Filter Water Bottle: https://www.livelarq.com ➡️ Borderlands Movie Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kgj7xBc3n-0 ➡️ Honor Magic V2 RSR Porsche Design edition: https://www.hihonor.com/uk/shop/honor-magic-v2-rsr-porsche-design/ ➡️ Honor Magic6 Pro that Rob might get for £1: https://www.hihonor.com/uk/shop/new-launch/ ➡️ OnePlus Open foldable: https://www.oneplus.com/uk/oneplus-open ➡️ GameSir X2 gamepad with USB connection on the left - ideal for use with foldable phones: https://www.gamesir.hk/collections/gamepads/products/gamesir-x2s ➡️ GameSir G8 Galileo gamepad for phones (much better controller than the X2 but the USB is on the right, so no good for foldables): https://www.gamesir.hk/collections/gamepads/products/gamesir-g8-galileo ➡️ Backbone One gamepad for phones: https://playbackbone.com/gb/ ➡️ Return to Monkey Island game: https://returntomonkeyisland.com ➡️ GoCube Bluetooth Rubik's Cube: https://particula-tech.com/?v=e4b09f3f8402 ➡️ Rubik's Clock: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rubik's_Magic ➡️ Mark Fox Personal Trainer: https://www.fantasticalmrfox.com   If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com 

    "$200 shell suit for your Vision Pro”

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2024 69:42


    In this episode, join Mark and Rob as they discuss everything from smartwatches and Google Assistant quirks to Apple's latest releases and the intriguing Vision Pro. Delve into their candid opinions on WatchOS, the Mint Green Pixel 8 Pro, and the Samsung Watch, along with insights on Fossil's exit from the smartwatch market. The conversation takes unexpected turns, providing a blend of humour and tech discoveries. Also stay tuned for Mark's upcoming Vision Pro unboxing on his main channel coming very soon!   Links ➡️ Honor V2 Porsche special edition: https://geni.us/hcsnW ➡️ Honor V2 preorder perks (technically possible to get it down from £1,799 to £1,099): https://geni.us/Gof4W ➡️ Tell them you're trading in a phone by selecting the option before you add to cart (you don't actually need to send it to them) - £200 off: https://geni.us/Gof4W ➡️ £300 coupon for registering before 1st March 2024: https://geni.us/rkCBg ➡️ Extra £100 off if you already own an Honor device: https://geni.us/wvu7r6   ➡️ Free Bang & Olufsen Beocom Portal headset worth £549 via redemption between 16th February-12th April 2024: https://geni.us/vB6wn https://geni.us/evvqXB - 66W fast charger included - 6 months accidental damage insurance ➡️ Nothing transparent USB-C cable: https://geni.us/3sTmK12 ➡️ Nothing SIM eject tool (only available in the box with a Nothing phone purchase or on eBay, not direct from Nothing): https://geni.us/gyaAA ➡️ Samsung Vegan Leather Case (not recommended!): https://geni.us/sk8AWH ➡️ Mint Green Pixel 8 Pro: https://geni.us/rFyL   To check how much space is being taken up by macOS Sonoma screensavers: - Fire up Finder, hit CMD+Shift+G then paste in this location: /Library/Application Support/com.apple.idleassetsd/ - Right-click, get info on “Customer” folder   ➡️ Walkabout Mini Golf Jim Henson's Labyrinth DLC: https://geni.us/ril0hEG If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com 

    "Did Ali fix your keyboard?"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2024 53:27


    In this episode Mark and Rob recap the big reveals from CES 2023. They discuss the Samsung Galaxy AI features in the new S24 series. Samsung is also promising 7 generations of Android updates, leading to speculation that this means 7 years of support. Other topics include Samsung's own smart ring to compete with the Lotus Ring that lets you control devices by pointing at them like a Jedi, the quirky rolling Ballie robot that Mark wonders if it actually does anything, and Mark's experiences attending CES - seeing the F1 safety car, staying in a massive Trump hotel suite, but somehow missing all the big product demos.   Links ➡️ Las Vegas Sphere: https://geni.us/wBgBj0u ➡️ Kohler $10,000 e-ink Toilet: https://geni.us/3drsb ➡️ MrMobile/Michael Fisher's Clicks Keyboard Case for iPhone: https://geni.us/bzwLc5 ➡️ Ali Abdaal's Lightmode keyboard: https://geni.us/7KcULuX ➡️ Naya modular keyboard: https://geni.us/hnOFFP ➡️ Monokei Series 2 keyboard: https://geni.us/ABYRPDA ➡️ Nomad E keyboard: https://geni.us/he3TiT ➡️ Rabbit R1 AI assistant: https://geni.us/iaEnGhq ➡️ Humane aiPin: https://geni.us/NjChkPv ➡️ Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses: https://geni.us/YZynPT ➡️ Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2024 Replay: https://geni.us/h0Slqs Use code S24GW to get a free Watch6 when preordering any S24 series device by 25th January 2024 Preorder using the Samsung Store app (instead of the website) using coupon APP5 for an additional 5% off ➡️Circle to Search Google Gemini info: https://geni.us/HJTcS ➡️Jon Prosser's “No-one cares about Vision Pro” video: https://geni.us/P8d8zDw ➡️ Lotus IR blaster ring: https://geni.us/lltZ9S If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com 

    “Rickrolled by the BBC”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2024 67:44


    Mark and Rob get together to discuss Mark's CES plans, thoughts on Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event, and whether intriguing new accessories like the Magic Mouse and Clicks keyboard case are worth a look. Rob shares his experience switching to a new Mac, the tools and research involved in deciding, and the realities of upgrading his streaming gear. They also discuss audience feedback highlights from previous videos, Mark and Rob's ideas for building out their ultimate home studios, and more of the top tech news and gadgets on their radars. Links ➡️Mark's Phone of the Year 2023 - Honor 90 - £399 512gb/12gb: https://geni.us/uwIFp7N ➡️Register for Samsung Unpacked 2024 for : https://geni.us/6ONe ➡️Magic Mouse MagSafe adaptor case thing: https://geni.us/LnMzV ➡️Weird chewy cat thing (Amagami Ham Ham) from CES2022: https://geni.us/CKV5Ss   Resources used in Rob's M1/M1 Max/M2 Pro/M3/M3 Pro comparison:  Set alerts for refurbished machines on the Apple Store: https://geni.us/wDNqE Useful CPU specs: https://geni.us/7G1o3P1 Benchmark repository: https://geni.us/i4AqBZ Every Mac database: https://geni.us/AIuuDr   ➡️Herman Miller Aeron chair: https://geni.us/rkIVj ➡️Third party Atlas headrest: https://geni.us/xvZobI ➡️Steelcase Gesture chair: https://geni.us/I4WfN4 ➡️Govee RGBICWW Floor Lamp: https://geni.us/dWhmoB ➡️Clicks - an iPhone case with a hardware keyboard built in, from Mr Mobile: https://geni.us/kheM If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com 

    “The WAN Show with a K”

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2023 64:54


    In this episode, Rob and Mark discuss Mark's AirPods Max experiment, what they both want to see from Apple in 2024, and they dig deep into Rob's amazing tech bag. Oh, and they reveal some VERY big news about Eight or Sixteen! Check out Eight or Sixteen on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-xccEXki4hs Links Bose QuietComfort headphones: https://www.bose.co.uk/en_gb/products/headphones/noise_cancelling_headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones.html#v=QC-HEADPHONEARN-BLK-WW Sonos Move speaker: https://www.sonos.com/en-gb/shop/move B&O H95 headphones: https://www.bang-olufsen.com/en/gb/headphones/beoplay-h95 Moft Snap Float iPad mini Origami Case: https://www.moft.us/products/origami-ipad-folio?variant=40025721471063 Dell Mini 9: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dell_Inspiron_Mini_Series Typing of the Dead: https://store.steampowered.com/app/246580/The_Typing_of_The_Dead_Overkill/ Grams28 154 Citypack MANBAG: https://www.grams28.com/products/154-city-pack EE Special Apple TV 4K https://ee.co.uk/tv/apple-tv-4k Cafele 100W retractable cable: https://www.amazon.co.uk/CAFELE-Cable-100W-Super-Charging/dp/B0BK83GW8R UGREEN 65W Charger: https://uk.ugreen.com/products/ugreen-nexode-65w-usb-c-gan-charger-3-ports-wall-charger UGREEN 25,000mAh Power Bank: https://uk.ugreen.com/products/ugreen-145w-25000mah-power-bank-for-laptop-3-ports-power-bank Elago AirPods Pro Casette Case: https://www.elago.com/collections/airpods-pro-2-case-elago/products/cassette-tape-case-for-airpods-pro-2-2-colors Hidrate Spark RGB Water Bottle: https://hidratespark.com Play Date: https://play.date Backbone One controller: https://playbackbone.com Magic Mouse Ergonomic Charging Case: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0C7442GM7 Acasis DIY external SSD enclosure: https://www.acasis.com/collections/all-products/products/acasis-usb4-0-mobile-m-2-nvme-enclosure-40gbps-compatible-with-typec-thunderbolt-3-interface-solid-state-nvme-ssd-universal-tools?variant=43694516601061 Zizzle Zoundz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vYYtFRPy9iA Toniebox Audio Player for kids: https://us.tonies.com/pages/toniebox Yoto Audiobook Player for kids: http://yotoplay.com If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com 

    “Things that look like other things”

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2023 60:40


    In this episode, Rob and Mark talk skateboards, Porsches, Jeff Bezos' face, and an unfortunate turn of events for Nothing. Links Correction from Rob: Louise did in fact know the open source alternative to Thunderbolt (Oculink) and had posted it in the chat, I just didn't see it! Ali Abdaal Lightmode Keyboard: https://www.lightmode.com/products/coral-orange Sigma 16mm F1.4 lens: https://www.sigma-global.com/en/lenses/c017_16_14/ Justin Hawkins Rides Again: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g4LC0qZiNew Nothing/Sunbird security catastrophe: https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2023/11/nothings-imessage-app-was-a-security-catastrophe-taken-down-in-24-hours/ JerryRigEverything / Casetify debacle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=byfWscC87Vg Sensei macOS monitoring app (alternative to iStatMenus): https://cindori.com/sensei Ayaneo AM01 mini PC that looks like a retro Mac: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/ayaneo-retro-mini-pc-creator-of-mini-pc-2-0-era#/ Ayaneo Slide: https://ayaneo.com/product/AYANEO-SLIDE.html GPD Win4 handheld PC that looks like a PS Vita: https://www.gpd.hk/gpdwin4 GPD GPU Oculink dock: https://www.gpd.hk/gpdg1graphics 8bitdo retro bluetooth controllers: https://www.8bitdo.com/apple/ NuPhy keyboards: https://nuphy.com Aqara FP2 Presence Sensor: https://www.aqara.com/eu/product/presence-sensor-fp2/ SwitchBot Hub 2: https://uk.switch-bot.com/products/switchbot-hub-2 Rob's new shelf: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0BN1FG971 Rob's 90-degree XLR adaptors to fix the front-facing jacks on the Moto M2: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0BZ5SP6JV Rob's new KVM switch that can do 5K2K: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0C5WPR68H Rob's new comedically large QB12 Subwoofer in Gloss White: https://www.qacoustics.co.uk/q-acoustics-qb12.html Free Satellite SOS extended for iPhone 14 users (who registered their device prior to Nov 15) for another two, or two years from date of activation for new purchasers https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2023/11/apple-extends-emergency-sos-via-satellite-for-an-additional-free-year/ Banking Data in Apple Wallet now live for UK users: https://www.apple.com/uk/newsroom/2023/11/new-apple-pay-feature-helps-users-access-account-information-more-conveniently/ Spatialify beta for encoding iPhone Spatial Video for Quest 3: https://testflight.apple.com/join/EEFFsOzJ Bobby Fingers' Jeff Bezos Rowing Boat https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VGhcSupkNs8 If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com 

    ”Hello, Mark!”

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2023 46:49


    In this episode, Rob and Mark discuss Mark's multiple trips to Battersea Power Station, the fallout from the M3 iMac video, and more - although there's an unlikely star of the show in this one, too (and probably a future co-host). Links Nothing Chats: https://nothing.tech/pages/nothing-chats Sunbird: https://www.sunbirdapp.com Beeper (hosted): https://www.beeper.com Beeper (self-hosted): https://github.com/beeper/self-host Blue Bubbles (self-hosted): https://bluebubbles.app Apple allegedly supporting RCS messaging standard next year: https://9to5mac.com/2023/11/16/apple-rcs-coming-to-iphone/ NothingOS 2.5 Beta available: https://nothing.community/d/2812-nothing-os-25-open-beta-2-phone-2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pHWj6XNE5ZM Sonos leaked email where CEO mentions move into headphones: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-11-16/sonos-plans-to-cut-jobs-as-it-prepares-push-into-headphones?leadSource=uverify wall Sonos bought an audio component miniaturisation expert Mayht last year: https://investors.sonos.com/news-and-events/investor-news/latest-news/2022/Sonos-Announces-Acquisition-of-Mayht-Holding-BV/default.aspx Sonos rugged speaker for the outdoors: https://www.sonos.com/en-gb/shop/roam Qualcomm's S7 and S7 Pro headphone chips that allow lossless streaming over Wi-Fi: https://www.qualcomm.com/news/releases/2023/10/qualcomm-s7-and-s7-pro-gen-1-sound-platforms-unleash-next-level- Humane AI Pin: https://hu.ma.ne OnePlus Open foldable: https://www.oneplus.com/uk/open DJI Pocket 3: https://www.dji.com/osmo-pocket-3 Sony Alpha A9 III: https://www.sony.co.uk/electronics/interchangeable-lens-cameras/ilce-9m3 Steam Deck OLED: https://www.steamdeck.com/en/ Bobo VR M3 Pro upgraded strap for Quest 3: https://www.bobovr.com/products/bobovr-m3-pro If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com 

    ”It doesn't help that you're upside down”

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2023 52:39


    In this episode, Rob and Mark dissect the 'Scary Fast' Apple event. And Rob spends the entire recording upside down in Streamyard. Brilliant. Links Apple Hallowe'en Event replay: https://events-delivery.apple.com/2409nbcxymeynatwojbbrjuhryomtudb/m3u8/vod_index-oXZvssLWyjfQDEQuVuCBHPWDywaNEipk.m3u8 Mark's Pre-event livestream replay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mm3O4gTzYWQ Braided Space Black MagSafe 3 Charging Cable: https://www.apple.com/shop/product/MUVQ3AM/A/usb-c-to-magsafe-3-cable-2-m-space-black Apple's Polishing Cloth supports the new M3 Macs and continues to be the most compatible product they sell (scroll down and check out the hilarious Compatibility section): https://www.apple.com/shop/product/MM6F3AM/A/polishing-cloth Resident Evil Village now available for iPhone 15 Pro with A17 Pro (and iPads with M chips) with 60% off sale to celebrate the launch: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/resident-evil-village/id6450980545 If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com 

    “I've got a silly little teapot”

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2023 55:39


    In today's show, Rob and Mark discuss the new Pixel stuff, Rob's exciting new purchases, to go naked or not with the iPhone 15 Pro Max, and a silly little teapot. Links Jeremy Clarkson's beer: http://hawkstone.co Braun Thermoscan Thermometer: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Braun-Thermoscan-7-IRT6520-Thermometer/dp/B00NVMIO02 Apple Watch Ultra Pip-Boy reference: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pip-Boy Spigen Classic C1 Bondi Blue iMac G3-esque Case: https://www.spigen.com/products/iphone-15-series-case-classic-c1-magfit Mark's Marshall Earbuds Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UWNanvge-Ww Quest 3 - use this link for £23 store credit (full disclosure, I also get £23 store credit): https://www.meta.com/referrals/link/actuallyquitenicerob I Expect You to Die game - use this link for 25% off (full disclosure, I get £4 store credit): https://www.oculus.com/appreferrals/actuallyquitenicerob/1987283631365460/ First Encounters Mixed Reality game (where stuff takes over your living room, bursting through the walls and jumping on your sofa): https://www.meta.com/en-gb/experiences/6236169136472090/ BoboVR M3 Pro upgraded Quest 3 head strap and battery pack for heavy users: https://twitter.com/bobovr_official/status/1711340031514947865 Backbone One Controller: https://playbackbone.com/gb/products/backbone-one-usb-c/ Bose SoundLink Mini II bluetooth speaker: https://www.bose.co.uk/en_gb/products/speakers/portable_speakers/soundlink_mini_ii_special.html#v=soundlink_mini_ii_special_triple_black Yamaha YSP-2200 old skool soundbar: https://uk.yamaha.com/en/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/ysp-2200/index.html Rob's silly little teapot: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B073GHBJFD Life-sized Monopoly: https://www.monopolylifesized.com   If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com 

    “We all need a bendy hinge”

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2023 74:23


    In this episode, Mark reveals his thoughts on the iPhone 15 Pro Max, Rob updates Mark on the tech events he's missed (and explains why they weren't very exciting) and, for the fist and last time ever, a deckchair is discussed. Enjoy. Links Mark's S23 Ultra/iPhone 15 Pro Max sample shot comparison where one looks like it's been touched up with crayon: https://twitter.com/mellisreviews/status/1707049033406054730 Action Button supercharged with Shortcuts: https://x.com/vittortech/status/1705757332456505428 Toolbox Pro lives! https://snailedit.dev/2023/08/25/alex-hay-apps.html\ Duck Luge: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0C1BW91XH CMF by Nothing (smartwatch, wireless earbuds, 65W GaN charger): https://intl.cmf.tech Amazon Event Replay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uH24S9wzcQ0 Echo Frames Smart Glasses: http://echoframes.com Panos Panay leaves Microsoft for Amazon to head up Echo division: https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/company-news/panos-panay-joins-amazon-devices-and-services Microsoft Event Replay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XYUEQ0SyOyE Dell 24” articulated touch display https://www.dell.com/en-uk/shop/dell-24-touch-usb-c-hub-monitor-p2424ht/apd/210-bhsk/monitors-monitor-accessories Meta Event Replay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q09j-y05Prw Meta/Ray Ban Smart Glasses: https://www.ray-ban.com/uk/discover-ray-ban-meta-smart-glasses/clp Rob's stupid T5 MagSafe conversion project: Cool metal MagSafe sticker: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B097CGPZV3/ Cheap MagSafe sticky-backed metal ring: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0BHLH2BKX Really short USB-C to USB-C cable: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B086YYWL4T/ iPhonedo did it already: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P9AvvpkIHbs Apple USB-C SD Card reader: https://www.apple.com/uk/shop/product/MUFG2ZM/A/usb-c-to-sd-card-reader Logitech's £259 deckchair: https://www.logitechg.com/en-gb/products/gaming-furniture/playseat-challenge-x-sim-racing-seat.challenge-x-g-edition.html If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com 

    ”How do you explain that to your nan?”

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2023 64:24


    In this episode, Rob and Mark dissect the iPhone 15 announcement (while Mark does his level best to stop his dog, Eddie, from whining and barking throughout). Well done on the edit, Richard. Links First ever Mark Ellis Reviews livestream with Mark, Patrick Rambles, Alex Gear and Tech, and Rob's reaction to the Apple Event: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VG2mG2NY3hA France ban iPhone 12: https://www.anfr.fr/liste-actualites/actualite/temporary-withdrawal-from-the-market-of-the-iphone-12-for-non-compliance-with-eu-regulation Rogue Amoeba's Audio Hijack (and other audio tools) now Sonoma compatible: https://rogueamoeba.com/audiohijack/ If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com 

    “Only cost her a toenail”

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2023 56:03


    In this episode, a VERY tired Mark recounts his slightly disastrous visit to IFA in Berlin and Rob quizzes him on just how much he's looking forward to Silly Season in Tech Land. It's a surprisingly good show. Links Apple iPhone Event YouTube stream - register to be notified when it goes live: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZiP1l7jlIIA Mark's post-event reaction livestream with Patrick Rambles, Alex Gear and Tech, and Rob: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VG2mG2NY3hA Panos is pumped already for the Microsoft Event: https://twitter.com/panos_panay/status/1696184684303315420 PSA: You can now use Python in Excel: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/excel-blog/announcing-python-in-excel-combining-the-power-of-python-and-the/ba-p/3893439 Meta Connect VR event 27th/28th September: https://www.metaconnect.com/en/home I Expect You To Die VR game: https://iexpectyoutodie.schellgames.com Meta Quest 3: https://www.meta.com/gb/quest/quest-3/ Xreal Air: https://www.xreal.com/air/ Google Pixel Event 4th October: Pixel 8 / 8 Pro and Pixel Watch 2 teaser: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2OumPuMsd5o Pixel 8 / 8 Pro preview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u_uap-98Knw Buy some junk Elon's throwing out from

    ”Hot milk”

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2023 63:39


    This week, Rob and Mark are joined by Ben Aboagye, otherwise known as Love of Tech! They talk about everything from the Linus situation to Ben's favourite tech of the year so far and the current state of the smartphone market. Links Ben - Lover of Tech: https://www.youtube.com/@LoverOfTech OneUI simulator now lets you tape two iPhones together and pretend they're a Fold: https://trygalaxy.com Samsung ViewFinity S9 5K display: https://www.samsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s9-27-inch-5k-resolution-ls27c902pauxxu/ HP Z40C G3 40” 5K2K ultrawide on sale, plus coupon 10FINAL - £1,187 (instead of £1,559!): https://www.hp.com/gb-en/shop/product.aspx?id=3a6f7aa&opt=abu&sel=mto If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Reviews production: https://markellisreviews.com 

    “Who's Chris?”

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2023 54:21


    Welcome to the sleep-deprived episode! This week, Rob and Mark discuss the Flip5, the new Galaxy Watches, the Nothing Phone (2) (again), Mark's latest travels, and forget the name of every tech YouTuber who has ever existed. Links Eight Sleep https://www.eightsleep.com/uk/ Information about the Zeo sleep-tracking gadget from a decade ago: https://www.polyphasic.net/sleep-tracking/zeo-sleep-tracking/ IFA https://www.ifa-berlin.com Smarthome Sounds https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTIFIULcxN0sh8b3uXgDX6g KeyCue - quickly recall keyboard shortcuts from any app: https://ergonis.com/keycue Keyboard Maestro - automate all the things: https://www.keyboardmaestro.com Typinator - a proper macOS text expansion utility: https://ergonis.com/typinator Rectangle Pro - supercharged window management: https://rectangleapp.com/pro Beeper - consolidate all your chats into one app: https://www.beeper.com   If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Reviews production: https://markellisreviews.com 

    ”We behaved like adults... almost”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2023 66:34


    In this episode, Rob and Mark are joined by Patrick Rambles and Alex Gear & Tech from YouTube land! They talk about the latest Samsung releases, favourite reviewed gear of the year, and Alex's painful mic arm unboxing experience. Links Patrick Rambles on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PatrickRambles Alex Gear & Tech on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexGTech If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Reviews production: https://markellisreviews.com 

    ”Eight Sleep, rave, repeat”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2023 68:20


    In this episode, Rob and Mark discuss Mark's experience with the Pixel Fold (and a bunch of other recent review units), the Nothing Phone (2), and the reason Rob hates himself (it relates to Prime Day, if you're wondering). Links Pixel Fold: https://store.google.com/gb/product/pixel_fold?hl=en-GB Apple Rollable Display patent: https://image-ppubs.uspto.gov/dirsearch-public/print/downloadPdf/20230221766 Crazy AR unboxing experience - I thought it was a phone but it turns out it was Sony LinkBuds: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-8NQvaGAqdU Nest Hub Max cheaper alternative to Pixel Tablet with speaker dock if you don't need an actual tablet: https://store.google.com/product/google_nest_hub_max?hl=en-GB Garmin Fenix 7 Pro smartwatch: https://www.garmin.com/en-GB/p/866191 XREAL Air AR Glasses: https://www.xreal.com/air/ Shokz OpenFit earbuds: https://uk.shokz.com/products/openfit Sony Xperia 1 V: https://www.sony.co.uk/smartphones/products/xperia-1m5?cpint=smartphones_new_products-New Products-en_GL-responsivegrid_initial_newproducts_1 Beeper: https://www.beeper.com Self-host Beeper: https://github.com/beeper/self-host Apple Tap to Pay launched in UK - secure in-person iPhone to iPhone payments: https://www.apple.com/uk/newsroom/2023/07/apple-introduces-tap-to-pay-on-iphone-in-the-uk/ Nothing Phone (2): https://nothing.tech/pages/phone-2 Eight Sleep Pod Cover - watercool your bed for £2,000: https://www.eightsleep.com/uk/ If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Reviews production: https://markellisreviews.com 

    “I got schooled by a four-year-old”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2023 58:35


    Mark's back from New York City, and ready to chat 15-inch MacBook Air, Pixel Tablet, and Xperia 1 V with Rob (among the usual off-topic cul-de-sacs, obvs). Links MacBook Air 15” video shot in New York: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ndHk67QDELc Apple Watch Ultra movie location tour of New York: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DEOKzYkSIAU DJI Mic: https://www.dji.com/uk/mic DJI Osmo Action 3 camera: https://www.dji.com/uk/osmo-action-3?site=brandsite&from=landing_page Josh Camson's blog: https://medium.com/@joshcamson Neal Hemphill's blog: https://medium.com/@neal-hemphill/ Apple guidance for cleaning watch straps: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204522#:~:text=For Solo Loop%2C Braided Solo,hypoallergenic hand soap for cleaning Pitaka Carbon Fiber Apple Watch strap: https://www.ipitaka.com/products/carbon-fiber-watch-band-rhapsody-version-for-apple-watch?variant=40591335260230 Magnetic Shapes: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Desire-Deluxe-Construction-Creativity-Educational/dp/B07QCPP9ZN Ukulele cover of While My Guitar Gently Weeps by Jake Shimabukuro, one of the first major viral YouTube videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qw6YL_l2YxA Mark's Newsletter video shot from the same location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0njAPv8j2KQ New Insta360 camera - GO 3: https://www.insta360.com/product/insta360-go3#go3_features ProtonPass launch $1/1EUR per month for life launch offer: https://account.proton.me/pass/signup?product=pass&language=en ASUS ZenPhone 10 - the Android iPhone mini: https://www.asus.com/mobile-handhelds/phones/zenfone/zenfone-10/techspec/ Apple post a full episode of Silo to Twitter https://twitter.com/appletv/status/1673730750095712256 If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Reviews production: https://markellisreviews.com 

    ”Facemails”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2023 69:35


    WWDC 2023 has been and gone, and Rob hasn't seen it yet. Mark fills him in on the details whilst battling full-blown man flu and whipping out his 15-incher. Links: New Panasonic TVs: https://www.panasonic.com/uk/corporate/news.html Beats Studio Buds+: https://www.beatsbydre.com/uk/earbuds/studio-buds-plus-wireless-noise-cancelling Nothing phone (2) launch 11th July 16:00: https://nothing.tech/pages/event Now-Sherlocked Aerial Apple TV screensaver app for Mac: https://aerialscreensaver.github.io Also Sherlocked WidgetWall for putting widgets on macOS desktop (also available on SetApp): https://amicoapps.com/app/widgetwall/ https://setapp.com/apps/widget-wall Yet another no-longer required app - Unite - make “apps” out of websites: https://www.bzgapps.com/unite Look like you've got a Vision Pro, on a budget: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/115380918033 If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Reviews production: https://markellisreviews.com 

    “Tetris on a Chicken McNugget”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2023 65:56


    In this episode, Rob and Mark discuss the upcoming WWDC keynote... but not before they talk about Mark's mountain bike adventure, electric toothbrushes, Rob's big stick, and a Chinese EV. Links Mark's DJI / Mountain eBike / BYD EV vlog - well worth a watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J0AsZ87AWu4 DJI Osmo Action Cam 3: https://www.dji.com/se/osmo-action-3 DJI Mic: https://www.dji.com/se/mic BYD ATTO 3 EV: https://www.byd.com/uk/car/atto3 Specialized Kenevo SL e-Mountain Bike: https://www.specialized.com/gb/en/shop/bikes/e-bikes/e-mountain-bikes/turbo-kenevo/c/eturbokenevo#/filter:productfamily:Turbo$2520Kenevo$2520SL The Riders Hub Surrey: https://surreyhillsbikerental.co.uk HP Z40C G3 40” 21:9 2160P ultrawide display: https://www.hp.com/gb-en/shop/product.aspx?id=3a6f7aa&opt=abu&sel=mto 4YR extended warranty for the above for £40, SKU: UE369E Rob's big stick: https://store.insta360.com/product/Extended_Edition_Selfie_Stick Suri sustainable Electric Toothbrush: https://www.trysuri.com Coupons: ROBERT51329 for £10 or HELLO15 for 15% (either/or, you can't combine them), or go through to checkout but don't check out and wait for one of their 16% off sales (which you can also combine with the £10 coupon). HOTO (Xiaomi) cool tools: https://hototools.com UGREEN Power Bank - 25,000mAh, 145W PD, 2x USB-C, 1x USB-A https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0BJQ7F16T UGREEN 65W GaN charger with foldy plug https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0B7N4DX1Z Pocket Rocket AR app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pocket-rocket/id1493916909 Dinosaurs AR app: https://worldofdinosaurs.net Dyson Zone air purifying headphones: https://www.dyson.co.uk/headphones/zone Tetris on a Chicken McNugget: https://retrododo.com/mcdonalds-tetris-handheld/ If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Reviews production: https://markellisreviews.com 

    ”Shout-out to Trevor Horn”

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2023 55:33


    Rob and Mark discuss Mark's Silver Play Button, a new cloud gaming handheld device from Logitech, all the latest news from Amazon and Google, and a £1299 dictaphone amongst (many) other things! Links Rob's yoga/exercise/birthing ball repurposed as a desk chair (I'm 6'1” and use the 75cm one): https://birthease.co.uk/product/nbf-natural-birth-fitness-birth-ball-pump/ Sign up to Mark's newsletter: https://markellisreviews.ck.page/newsletter Pixel 7a: https://store.google.com/product/pixel_7a Nothing Phone (2) on Geekbench: https://browser.geekbench.com/v5/cpu/21205990 Logitech G Cloud handheld streaming console: https://www.logitechg.com/en-gb/products/cloud-gaming/cloud-handheld-gaming.940-000200.html Cloud Gaming: Xbox Cloud Gaming: https://www.xbox.com/en-gb/play nVidia GeForce Now: https://www.nvidia.com/en-gb/geforce-now/ ShadowPC: https://shadow.tech/en-GB/shadowpc Logitech G Cloud alternatives: Steam Deck: https://www.steamdeck.com/en/ Bolt-on controllers for phones: Razer Kishi V2: https://www.razer.com/gb-en/mobile-controllers/razer-kishi-v2-for-android Backbone: https://playbackbone.com/gb/?nis=2 Nintendo Switch OLED: https://store.nintendo.co.uk/en/consoles/nintendo-switch-consoles/nintendo-switch-oled-model Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 headphones: https://www.skullcandy.com/crusher-anc-2-wireless-headphones/ Nuraphone headphones: https://www.nurasound.com/products/nuraphone Nuraphone “immersion” feature explanation: https://help.nurasound.com/hc/en-us/articles/360000324576-Choosing-your-Immersion- Teenage Engineering TP-7 field recorder: https://teenage.engineering/store/tp-7 Teenage Engineering PO-80 Record Factory vinyl recorder: https://teenage.engineering/store/po-80-record-factory/ DJI Lav Mics: https://store.dji.com/product/dji-mic?nis=2&vid=109401 New Amazon devices: Echo Pop: https://www.amazon.co.uk/echo-pop/dp/B09ZX9NP2W Echo 5 3rd Gen: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09B2RV31Z Echo Auto: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09Y13TCNZ New Echo Buds 2023: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09JVG3TWX/ Beats Studio Buds+ transparent true wireless earbuds with USB-C charging case: https://www.apple.com/shop/product/MQLK3LL/A/beats-studio-buds-true-wireless-noise-cancelling-earbuds-transparent Pixel Tablet Case: https://store.google.com/gb/config/pixel_tablet_case Google plans to start deleting accounts not logged into for two years “later this year”: https://blog.google/technology/safety-security/updating-our-inactive-account-policies/ Accidentally-released “dogfood” version of Personal Safety app with Dashcam functionallty: https://9to5google.com/2023/05/16/pixel-dashcam-personal-safety-update/ Magic Eraser on non-Pixel devices with Google One subscription: https://blog.google/products/photos/magic-eraser-android-ios-google-one/ "Owner of a Lonely Heart" by Yes, produced by Trevor Horn: https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=IG_VDj8Eh_g Deezer Flow: https://www.deezer.com/explore/features/flow/ Mark's Ted Lasso Apple Watch band: https://emea.mobyfox.shop/products/ted-lasso-home-kit-smartwatch-band If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Reviews production: https://markellisreviews.com 

    Our 50th episode!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2023 62:40


    It's our two-year anniversary! And what better way to celebrate what's also the 50th episode of Eight or Sixteen than dissect some of Apple's biggest iPad-related news for years? Oh, and Rob bought Mark a present. P.s. sorry about the horrible mic audio on Mark's behalf - this won't happen again! Links Ted Lasso Apple Watch strap: https://emea.mobyfox.shop/products/ted-lasso-home-kit-smartwatch-band Nightmare Before Christmas Jack Skellington 3D Apple Watch strap: https://emea.mobyfox.shop/products/nightmare-before-christmas-jack-skellington-3d-smartwatch-band Apple Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro for iPad press release: https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2023/05/apple-brings-final-cut-pro-and-logic-pro-to-ipad/ Google I/O 2023 replay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cNfINi5CNbY Pixel Fold (free Pixel Watch with preorders): https://store.google.com/product/pixel_fold Pixel 7a (free Pixel Buds with preorders): https://store.google.com/product/pixel_7a Nothing Phone (2) “Arriving Summer 2023” page: https://nothing.tech/pages/event Pixel Tablet and Magnetic Dock/Speaker: https://store.google.com/product/pixel_tablet WhatsApp WearOS beta: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.whatsapp/join WhatsApp native macOS app beta: https://faq.whatsapp.com/451924530376167/?locale=en_US&cms_platform=web WhatsApp on multiple devices blog post: https://blog.whatsapp.com/one-whatsapp-account-now-across-multiple-phones Apogee HypeMic bus-powered portable mic with analogue compression: https://apogeedigital.com/products/hypemic Konica Minolta Dimage X (Rob's first digital camera): https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/minoltadimagex Patrick Rambles and Mark Ellis “What's in my bag?” video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=papESmqIN64 Sony Xperia 1 mk V: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWz0dIZ0nu8 If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Reviews production: https://markellisreviews.com 

    ”Everyone's got an Apple Tragic Mouse”

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2023 48:26


    Mark and Rob cover a big milestone, trying out OneUI on an iPhone, tiny Mac-shaped chargers, DIY external SSDs, strangely-shaped mice and the latest Apple rumours. Links Try OneUI on your iPhone: https://trygalaxy.com 67W Shargeek GaN charger and matching retro beige cables - give them your email address for a 15% discount (wait a few moments for the pop-over to appear): https://www.shargeek.com/products/shargeek-retro-67w-gan-charger-3-port-usb-c-with-power-display-multiple-output-fast-charging-for-phone-notebook Crucial P3 Plus 4TB M.2 - £200 if you shop around: https://uk.crucial.com/ssd/p3-plus/ct4000p3pssd8 Do not buy this drive to use as your everyday OS drive - it only has an 800TBW endurance rating (TBW = Terabytes Written). More expensive drives have much longer endurance of 2000 to 6000 TBW or greater. This drive is good for “write once read many” scenarios like long term backup storage you'll refer to occasionally. Acasis Thunderbolt M.2 SSD enclosure - £100: https://www.acasis.com/products/acasis-usb4-0-mobile-m-2-nvme-enclosure-40gbps-compatible-with-typec-thunderbolt-3-interface-solid-state-nvme-ssd-universal-tools Logitech Lift ergonomic mouse: https://www.logitech.com/en-gb/products/mice/lift-vertical-ergonomic-mouse.910-006473.html If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Reviews production: https://markellisreviews.com 

    ”If you're hearing this, it all worked fine” (with Jason T. Lewis)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2023 61:50


    Two weeks ago, we sat down with none other than Jason T. Lewis to record Eight or Sixteen. Alas, there was a recording, erm... error - and the show was lost. Fear not, though, because Jason was kind enough to return - and this time it worked! In this episode, Rob, Mark, and Jason cover everything from the state of tech YouTube to home audio, Mark's frustrations with Siri, and Elton John. Links Jason T. Lewis (PAINFULLY HONEST TECH) on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@PAINFULLYHONESTTECH If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Reviews production: https://markellisreviews.com 

    ”I went all in with Steve”

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2023 60:39


    We're back! Although this wasn't the plan... find out why we now have a 'lost episode' of Eight or Sixteen (among the usual fireside chat about all things Apple, Nothing, and, yes, Samsung). Links Mark's HomePod vs Echo vid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DuHmPksIzmc Rode Rodecaster Pro II mixing desk: https://rode.com/en/interfaces-and-mixers/rodecaster-series Terratec EWS 64 retro soundcard: https://www.soundonsound.com/reviews/terratec-audiosystem-ews64 Aardvark Q10 retro audio interface: https://www.soundonsound.com/reviews/aardvark-direct-pro-q10 Roli - cool keyboards: https://roli.com Updated Rode NT-1 released with crazy USB-C and XLR combo jack: https://rode.com/en/microphones/studio-condenser/nt1-5th-generation Message in a Bottle, The Police - listen for the harmony guitar part: https://music.youtube.com/search?q=message+in+a+bottle B&W Px8 McLaren Edition: https://www.bowerswilkins.com/en-gb/product/headphones/px8-mclaren Nothing Ear (2) launch video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mR8A-0IoSHE Nura personalised sound headphones: https://www.nurasound.com Siri ChatGPT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nnU9taPEEe4 Google Pixel Tablet and Charging Speaker Dock: https://store.google.com/intl/en/ideas/articles/new-pixel-tablet/ Echo Show 15: https://www.amazon.co.uk/echo-show-15-full-hd-156-smart-display-for-family-organisation-with-alexa/dp/B08MQRDDYB Huawei Watch Buds - smartwatch with built-in, stowable earbuds. Delightfully bonkers: https://consumer.huawei.com/uk/wearables/watch-buds/ Amazon shutting down DPReview: https://www.dpreview.com/news/5901145460/dpreview-com-to-close Ex-DP Review alumni's new project: https://www.youtube.com/@PetaPixel Insta360 event 29th March 13:00 BST - some sort of smartphone gimbal to rival DJI Osmo Mobile: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_pgGZ_S2XyQ If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Reviews production: https://markellisreviews.com 

    ”When I get a BBC News notification, my heart sinks”

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2023 62:12


    It's another Samsung-infused episode of Eight or Sixteen (but for good-ish reason!). There's other stuff too, though, don't you worry. Links The Medium Academy is now open for registration: https://www.soloclub.online/academy  If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Reviews production: https://markellisreviews.com 

    It's a NosePod mini

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2023 59:20


    Rob and Mark unpick Unpacked, moan about M2 and consider a charity clown nose. Errata: Rob repeatedly refers to his S22 Ultra as an S21 Ultra because he is an idiot. (and only had three hours sleep) Enrol in Mark's Medium Academy: https://www.soloclub.online/academy Links Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2023 replay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gUM2wYKdxDA £600 off a new S23 Ultra until 16th February 2023 when trading in a horrible Exynos S22 Ultra plus a free upgrade to 512gb storage worth £150: https://www.samsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s23-ultra/buy/ Pitaka MagSafe-compatible cases: https://www.ipitaka.com Good Lock app (inside with is a plugin called Camera Assistant): https://galaxystore.samsung.com/detail/com.samsung.android.goodlock?langCd=en ExpertRAW app: https://galaxystore.samsung.com/prepost/000005977497?langCd=en Ridley Scott short film recorded on S23 Ultra: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jXpCZYrEmEU Samsung FreeStyle projector - pair two to impress the ladies with your huge projection: https://www.samsung.com/uk/projectors/the-freestyle/the-freestyle-sp-lsp3blaxxu/ Nothing phone (2) hints: https://www.tomsguide.com/news/nothing-phone-2-everything-we-know-so-far Jony Ive's not PRODUCT(RED) nose: https://www.comicrelief.com/rednoseday/noses KEF Mu7: https://eu.kef.com/products/mu7 KEF LS50 active bookshelf speakers: https://eu.kef.com/pages/ls50-wireless-2 Belkin MagSafe monitor mount finally available in the UK (hat tip to Louise) - for Continuity Camera/Camo/etc https://www.apple.com/uk/shop/product/HQ652ZM/A/belkin-iphone-mount-magsafe-compatible-for-mac-desktops OnePlus 11: https://www.oneplus.com/uk/11

    ”I don't want anything else, Tim”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2023 58:18


    In this show, Rob and Mark react to Apple's surprise January announcement(s)...   Links Huawei Mate Xs 2 (Galaxy Fold alternative with no crease. Or Google Play Store): https://consumer.huawei.com/uk/phones/mate-xs2/ Linus swearing like a trooper on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=udNg9qHMUyc Marques Brownlee wearing socks and sandals as he promised: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tmGDx9hVWwo Mark's cameo appearance in recent Max Tech video (06:30ish): https://youtube.com/watch?v=m1XWHFkHgp8 Apple M2 All the Things presentation: https://www.apple.com/105/media/us/mac/2022/56a714a6-7476-4896-b369-0ee5fa649290/films/macbook-pro-14-and-16-mac-mini-product/mac-macbook-pro-14-and-16-mac-mini-product-tpl-us-2022_16x9.m3u8 Big HomePod mk2 press release: https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2023/01/apple-introduces-the-new-homepod-with-breakthrough-sound-and-intelligence/ Ted Lasso returns “spring 2023”: https://www.apple.com/tv-pr/news/2023/01/apple-announces-spring-2023-return-for-its-history-making-hit-comedy-series-ted-lasso-and-unveils-first-look-at-third-season-of-the-global-phenomenon/ £150 off Apple Watch Ultra at Costco (UK): https://www.costco.co.uk/search?searchOption=uk-search-all&text=Apple Watch ultra Shokz bone-conducting headphones for serious runners: https://uk.shokz.com/collections/all LastPass dumpster fire: https://www.theverge.com/2023/1/24/23569109/goto-hack-lastpass-breach-encrypted-backups-key 1Password: https://1password.com Why 1Password won't suffer the same fate as LastPass: https://blog.1password.com/how-1password-protects-your-data/ If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Reviews production: https://markellisreviews.com 

    “It's hard to find a beer beneath five percent”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2023 65:23


    The show starts (again!) with some sad news... but moves on to Rob and Mark's thoughts on CES, 2023 tech predictions, and Mark's multiple projects and travels. Links Mark's Medium Academy Taster Sessions Thursday 19th January @ 9PM GMT/4PM ET Wednesday 22nd February @ 11PM GMT/6PM ET SoloClub https://markellis.substack.com Mark's Medium eBook https://markellis.gumroad.com/l/medium Patrick Rambles https://www.youtube.com/c/PatrickRambles Guthrie Govan, explained by Rick Beato: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k6ucIShHW7Q Withings U-Scan wee gadget https://www.withings.com/us/en/u-scan Samsung ViewFinity S9 5K display https://news.samsung.com/global/samsung-electronics-unveils-its-new-odyssey-viewfinity-and-smart-monitor-lineups-at-ces-igniting-the-next-generation-of-display-technology Galaxy Unpacked 2023 https://news.samsung.com/global/invitation-galaxy-unpacked-2023-share-the-epic Amagami Ham Ham nibbly robot kitten thing: https://hamham.ux-xu.com Yukai Engineering breathing pillow: https://www.ces.tech/innovation-awards/honorees/2023/honorees/f/fuu-relax-cushion-with-deep-breathing-technology.aspx LG Signature OLED M 4K Wireless TV: https://www.lg.com/uk/ces2023/lg-signature-oled-m Sony DriveMan EV: https://www.shm-afeela.com/en/ PSA - Trade in your stamps https://www.royalmail.com/sending/barcoded-stamps Half Moon Brewery, Bruges https://www.halvemaan.be/en If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at contact@eightorsixteen.com. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Reviews production: https://markellisreviews.com 

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