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In this podcast, Jon Westfall and Todd Ogasawara discussed Apple's latest Worldwide Developers Conference announcements, noting a significant "tone shift" towards developers. While consumer-oriented features for iPhones, iPads, and macOS devices were unveiled, the speakers highlighted Apple's clear targeting of developers. A key takeaway for developers was the ability to integrate Apple's on-device Large Language Model (LLM) into their applications without incurring API fees or requiring a data connection. Jon Westfall, who is developing an app that creates tours from tagged photos, plans to leverage this LLM to generate descriptive text and titles for locations and images. The podcast also delved into several new features. iPadOS is receiving a substantial update with improvements to multitasking, including Stage Manager 2.0 for better window management and the introduction of a menu bar. The Journal app, currently on iPhone, will be coming to iPad. A more Mac-like Files app is also expected, though concerns were raised about its integration with third-party cloud services and local storage schemes. Other anticipated features include a Preview app for iPadOS, local audio capture for video conferencing, studio-quality audio recording for AirPods Pro 2 and possibly AirPods 4, a phone app for macOS, and wrist flick gestures for managing calls on watchOS. The speakers also touched upon "liquid glass" visual effects, the "workout buddy" feature in Apple Fitness, the continued lack of significant updates for Siri, and the potential for background tasks to slow down iPads.

In this podcast, Jon Westfall and Todd Ogasawara discuss a range of tech topics, starting with Todd's ongoing struggles to update his 2019 HP Envy 360 laptop to Windows 11 or Google FlexOS due to processor incompatibility, leading him back to Linux. He notes the quirks of Linux, like his Bluetooth mouse not working with Linux Mint but functioning fine with Ubuntu. The conversation then shifts to the recent ability to use Apple Find My in South Korea as of June 1st, 2025, dispelling previous assumptions about privacy laws preventing its use there. Jon shares amusing anecdotes about using AirTags for unexpected insights, such as detecting activity near his office over the weekend. The duo also delves into rumors about upcoming AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4 features, including camera control, sleep detection, and new head gestures for answering calls and dismissing notifications. Jon observes that many people, especially younger generations, wear AirPods constantly, even when not listening to anything, which could drive the development of these features. They express both excitement and skepticism about the rumored iPadOS 26 menu bar and hope for significant improvements to Stage Manager, citing issues with external monitor usage. Finally, they touch upon the evolving landscape of AI in coding, with Jon sharing his experiences using OpenAI's Codex for debugging and code explanation, likening the AI's persistent "help" to a "code therapist". They ponder the increasing integration of AI into everyday tech and humorously speculate about a future where AI becomes so prevalent it might "leave" humanity behind.

In this podcast, Jon Westfall and I discussed: A significant portion of our conversation centered on the continuing proliferation of AI in consumer products. We noted an increasing sense of "AI fatigue"—the saturation of artificial intelligence in nearly every product and announcement. Although I am personally intrigued by developments in AI-generated video and imaging, especially from Google and Meta, I also find the AI trend overwhelming at times. I am even considering subscribing to Google One's AI Premium offering to further explore these capabilities, particularly for personal creative projects. We also speculated on potential announcements from Apple's upcoming WWDC, especially regarding artificial intelligence and whether Apple will finally deliver tangible AI features, following a less-than-smooth rollout of “Apple Intelligence.” I expressed hope for hardware updates, such as a refreshed Apple Watch Ultra or a more affordable version of the Vision Pro headset—rumored to be called the Vision Air. I noted that I recently began revisiting older episodes of this podcast, some dating back to 2008. I've started re-editing and publishing select episodes as audiograms. One of these featured an interview with the developers of Google Earth for iPhone, recorded in early 2009—just six months after the App Store's debut. It was particularly meaningful to hear the voice of my late friend Mike Morton, one of the app's original developers. We also touched on some of my ongoing technology experiments. I've been attempting to repurpose a 2019 AMD laptop that no longer supports Windows 11. My initial plan to install ChromeOS Flex was thwarted by hardware incompatibility, so I've shifted my attention to Linux Mint. Although I encountered issues related to UEFI preventing boot from a USB drive, I plan to revisit this project soon Jon offered a compelling perspective on the evolving role of AI in higher education. He discussed how he and other faculty are adapting to student use of AI tools such as ChatGPT, emphasizing the importance of transparency, responsible use, and pedagogical innovation. Jon's work in this area demonstrates a balanced, practical approach that integrates emerging technology while preserving academic integrity. We concluded the episode with a broader reflection on the societal implications of AI, particularly the concern that up to 50% of entry-level jobs may be impacted in the coming years. As someone no longer in the workforce, I observe these shifts with a mix of concern and curiosity, especially regarding how younger generations will navigate such disruptions. We acknowledged the historical cycles of technological change—from calculators and word processors to broadband and mobile computing—and how each brought both fear and opportunity.

In episode 563 of the MobileViews Podcast, I'm joined by guest co-host Jared Kuroiwa to a few of the announcements from Google I/O 2025, with a strong focus on Android XR and the new generation of mixed and extended reality headsets. Key highlights: Android XR Headsets: Google showcased XR devices from partners like Samsung (Project Muhan) and Xreal (Project Aura). These headsets vary in design—from immersive goggles to stylish glasses—and rely on connected Android smartphones for processing. Three-Part Requirement: To fully use these devices, users will need (1) a compatible Android phone, (2) XR glasses, and (3) a Gemini AI subscription, adding cost and complexity. Design & Use Cases: Devices like Xreal's Aura and Samsung's headset aim to combine AR displays with real-world usability, offering features like translation, contextual info, and AI assistance—akin to Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses. Local vs. Cloud AI: Jared shares insights into running local LLMs on mini PCs and the promise of lightweight, on-device AI, comparing it to cloud-based tools like ChatGPT and Google Gemini. Other Tools Discussed: Google Whisk for generative video, the future of XR optics, device compatibility issues, and the role of design in public acceptance of smart eyewear.

For this podcast, Jon Westfall recorded our discussion in parallel and had it create a detailed summary and a kind of mind map. I fed PLAUD's detailed summary into Google NotebookLM and had it create the condensed summary below: They discuss various technological tools and their applications, beginning with their experiences using a wearable transcription device, the Plaud NotePin, for capturing ideas during meetings. The discussion expands to the potential benefits and privacy considerations of recording interactions, touching on the limitations of inexpensive body cams and the potential of smartphones for video evidence. The hosts then explore how AI-powered transcription and summarization services can enhance content consumption and creation, citing examples of using these tools with podcasts and historical audio. They anticipate future AI advancements, particularly in video editing with tools like Google Flow and potential new extended reality (XR) glasses announced at Google I/O. The conversation also covers practical Python scripting for tasks like downloading YouTube transcripts, using development tools, and navigating file-sharing challenges, as well as integrating calendars with an Outlook plugin. Finally, they touch on the capabilities of AI assistants like Microsoft Copilot Vision and the intersection of AI with media and entertainment, referencing the Apple TV+ "Murder Bot" TV series.

In this podcast Todd Ogasawara and Jon Westfall are joined by frequent guest panelist Frank McPherson. They discuss: Todd sorting out his Google AI Mode usage problem Google NotebookLM's new information source discovery feature LegoGPT We can finally buy ebooks in the iOS Audible app Todd's Surface Pro 11 rant Is Microsoft's Windows 11 hardware requirements going to alienate Windows 10 users the way Windows Phone did to Windows Mobile users? Jon's initial impressions of the Plaud NotePin

I'm joined by guest co-host Frank McPherson for this May the 4th Be With You podcast. We discuss: The new Orb continuous Internet measurement sensor created by the founders of Ookla (Speedtest & Downdetector) The Fing networking monitoring solution that Frank has used for years Google's new publicly available AI Mode Search Google Gemini's new image editing feature Reminiscing about Windows Mobile with Frank McPherson  

Jon Westfall and I are joined by Sven Johannsen and Don Sorcinelli for this podcast. We discuss: Anthropic's AI model welfare study? Has an AI already achieved sentience? Microsoft Recall rolling out to Copilot + PCs (not mine though) The LOOI Robot 25 years of WIndows Mobile/29 years of WIndows CE

In this podcast, Jon Westfall and I discuss: Future discussion series: 25 years of Windows Mobile (29 years of Windows CE) Waiting for the more Mac-like iPadOS 19 Earth Month: Preparing ancient Macs (2004 iBook, 2007 iMac, 2010 MacBook Air) for recycyling SSD bit-rot? ChatGPT and other LLMs now know you pretty well with their ability to remember. Is this good? Bad? Preview of a larger discussion of Jon's new Plaud NotePin

In this podcast, Jon Westfall and I discuss: Electric company response time (good) after reporting an explosion & fire RANT: Microsoft Copilot + PC Recall feature still in beta testing nearly a year after the Copilot + PCs were released Google shows prototype of Android XR glasses. Expected to be released by Samsung in 2026 AI & coding

In this podcast, Jon Westfall and I discuss: Todd using Powerbeat Pro 2's microphone to record this podcast Microsoft's 50th anniversary iOS/iPad|OS 18.4 and MacOS 15.4 updates released Jon's involvement at with the Mississippi Artificial Intelligence Network AI curriculum at his university  More on vibe coding Duplicati - open source multiplatform backup software FORTH: The Best Programming Language for the End of the World

In this podcast, Jon Westfall and I discuss: iOS/iPadOS 18.4RC Ambient Music in Control Center USB Labels are on their way - finally! First Therapy Chatbot trial Microsoft Office pre-launch speed boost? Sounds like a potential resource hog Jon co-wrote a paper with ChatGPT for possible publishing in an academic journal He also started writing: A lightweight, browser-based app for educators to quickly generate rich, structured feedback for students using large language models like ChatGPT. ChatGPT's new AI image generator and Intellectual Property & creativity 

In this podcast, Jon Westfall and I discuss: Using Mairdi M100V BT bone conduction headphone for this recording Google Meet app for iOS/iPadOS does not provide recording function Open Source apps The GIMP 3.0 ReactOS 0.4.15 Visio alternatives: Draw.io, Mermaid.live Google lost Google Maps Timelines! The decline of programming jobs? Or, have the jobs been redefined/re-titled? Jon asked ChatGPT to tell him about himself

In this podcast, Jon Westfall and I discuss: My initial impresssions of the 2025 M4 13" MacBook Air and... the 2025 M3 13" iPad Air Vibe Coding??? Jon's notes on gadgets that seemed like a good idea vs. ones that actually are

In this podcast, Jon Westfall and I are joined by frequent guest panelist Steven Hughes. We discuss: Recording this podcast using a 2020 M1 MacBook Air to compare the sound and video quality with the soon to be released 2025 M4 MacBook Air Warner Brothers offer to replace DVDs released in the 2006 to 2008 period that are now experiencing "disc rot" Apple announced the M3 iPad Air and new Magic Keyboard for it Apple announced the M4 MacBook Air iOS 18.4 beta 2 bringing Visual Intelligence to the iPhone 15 Pro Some Siri AI improvement now delayed (again) until 2026 Microsoft oddity: You need to manually provide a link from your Word document in OneDrive to create PowerPoint slides from it (vs. drag and drop or some other simpler process) PictureThis iOS/Android app provides better plant recognition than Apple Intelligence Alexa+

In this podcast, Jon Westfall and I discuss: Microsoft shutting down Skype on May 5, 2025 Amazon Alexa+ Discussion: What to you expect of other people's AI use? What would you like people/companies using AI that would benefit you and others? Future topic: 52 Things I Learned inspired by Tom Whitwell's annual list.

I'm joined by Sven Johannsen, Frank McPherson, and Don Sorcinelli for this podcast. We discuss: Kagi paid search HP bought the (AI) Humane Pin company Nvidia SIgns can teach ASL. But, it couldn't detect my functioning webcam iPhone 16e announced Windows 11 24H2: Patches that need patches Google Daily Listen works on iOS and Android phones but NOT iPadOS and Android tablets Twelvesouth PlugBug power supply with integrated FindMy

In this podcast, Jon Westfall and I discuss: Adobe Firefly Video (AI) beta creation Apple TV app now available for Android Apple Feb. 19 (rumored) product announcements Children and screen time? Reflect App - track anything

In this podcast Jon Westfall and I discuss: ELIZA, the first chatbot, revived using 60 year old code Smart speakers and AI chatbots Super Bowl picks (or not) New Apple products this coming week? The new Apple Invites app Looking for your next tech solution? Shifts in the past? What's your next tech shift? Jon's Alternatives Research Starter Pack

Jon Westfall and I are joined by frequent guest panelists Steve Hughes, Sven Johannsen, and Don Sorcinelli for this Groundhog day edition of the MobileViews Podcast. We discussed: Technology & services related to severe weather events The US Copyright Office January 2025 document "Copyright and Artificial Intelligence Part 2: Copyrightability" DeepSeek and QWEN vs. the current AI leaders Is Microsoft going to buy the US part of TikTok? What does this mean? This failed the last time in 2020 Jon used NotebookLM for class study materials, now debating how to use it while creating the test. Microsoft Recall beta for Windows Insiders Siri Class Action Lawsuit Jon's use of Microsoft Zoomit and Google Chrome Remote Desktop in university classrooms Alexa, Gemini, and Siri could not answer "What did the Groundhog say today" (on Groundhog Day)

Thanks to Walter Eccles who, in MobileViews mini-podcast 50,  helped me test a sound level meter and wireless lav mic system by recording a podcast in a busy restaurant. Google NotebookLM summarized the podcast using only the audio discussion. Jon experimented with ChatGPT & NotebookLM and discovered how ChatGPT hallucinates journal articles. OBSBOT Meet SE 1080P 100FPS Webcam & its microphone were tested. Apple Macintosh celebrated its 41st birthday. The new Google Photos for iOS "Ask" feature is horrible, but has a temporary "Switch to classic search" option. The accuracy of weather data was questioned, and Forecast Advisor was used to determine the best weather source for a specific ZIP code. 1Password now allows users to freeze their accounts. Orbitime World Clock Widget offered a free lifetime upgrade. Google Docs introduced a new "Write with Gemini" option.

I'm joined by a former colleague (prior to my retirement), Walter Eccles, for this podcast. Although I've known him as a technologist over the past decade or so, I learned about his involvement in local theater and TV in various capacities including acting. In this podcast, we discuss the intersection of technology in the performing arts in his decades of activities.   We recorded this podcast in the Fête restaurant during lunch so I could test both a new Decibel Meter and a  new set of wireless lavalier microphones. The lav's receiver was connected to an iPhone using a USB-C cable and recorded using the Just Press Record app. Although the lav mic system has a built-in noise reduction setting, I left this off to allow me more post-production granular control. This resulted in what I consider a very good voice recording of our conversation. However, I decided to post-process using  Adobe Podcast Studio at 75% enhancement to reduce the background restaurant sounds and music.

Jon Westfall and I discuss: Microphone hardware noise cancellation ByteDance also turned off CapCut as well as TikTok (briefly) Adobe Podcast Studio (beta) new AudioGram feature Microsoft Office apps unsupported on Windows 10 after Windows 10 sunsets on Oct. 14 2025 Microsoft Copilot now included in Microsoft 365 (Office) personal & family editions Google Adds Gemini AI to Workspace Apps, But There's a Catch Jon's Time Tracking using the self-hosted TimeTagger

This is a roughly 9 minute long audio summary of MobileViews Podcast 544 recorded by Jon Westfall and me today. It was created by feeding the full roughly 50 minute long podcast to Google NotebookLM and using its Audio Summary feature to create a podcast discussion.

I had Google NotebookLM write this podcast summary based on its listening to the podcast. I made a few text edits including the spelling of my surname Todd Ogasawara and Dr. John Westfall discuss their underwhelming perception of CES 2025, focusing on the prevalence of vaporware and concepts over readily available products (as is normal for CES announcements).  They highlight a few items of interest though, including an **AI-powered fan**, a **robot vacuum with a robotic arm**, and a **petal-shaped camera**,  comparing these to existing technologies.  The podcast also features discussions on **older technologies**,  **consumer tech blind spots**, and the importance of **disaster preparedness**.  Finally, they share anecdotes about their experiences with various tech products and companies.

For this first podcast of 2025, Jon Westfall and I are joined by frequent guest panelists Sven Johannsen and Don Sorcinelli. In this podcast we: Asked where AI Is as we start 2025: Where is the "smart" Apple Siri? When will Microsoft Recall for the Copilot + PCs be released to production Why can't LLMs spell words even when we tell them exactly the words are What's the deal with LLMs training LLMS? Then, we discussed what we want in 2025: Todd: Folding iPad or Pixel Tablet, an actual 2nd generation Pixel tablet, USB-C cables with marking to indicate power and data capabilities Sven: Equipment manufacturers to put QR code leading to manual on device Don: Less “Move fast and break things” mentality, Anything actually innovative Jon: Apple Watch Ultra 3 or Series 11 with new biometric sensors (Blood Glucose? Blood Pressure?) And of course, we had a couple of rants: Sven: Why do Cell companies hate their customers? Dell XPS 16 wouldn't support Chrome OS Flex (WiFi wouldn't work) Jon: A fix to a rant - use FaxZero service to fax customer service requests to make use of the "Fax Loophole" - companies actually respond to detailed requests via fax We also mentioned a couple of new recent toys: Todd: AGEEN  13-Port USB C Hub for iMac 24 inch that fits perfectly under a 2024 M4 Mac mini without blocking the vents on the bottom of the chassis. Includes NVMe slot for M.2 SSD Sven: DJI Mini 4 Pro, SODI Wireless Keyboard with Touchpad - Foldable & Bluetooth Don: A self-stirring coffee mug Jon: Backbone One;  Apple Titanium Milenese loop watch band. Appreciating the Apple Silicon battery life

For this end of 2024 podcast, I'm joined once again by the Google NotebookLM podcast bots. And, once again, I used the beta-release interactive chat mode to interject during the podcast bots discussion. Note: Jon Westfall will rejoin the podcast for the first podcast of 2025. NotebookLM's summary of the podcast: MobileViews Podcast 541, Part 2, focuses on listener tech complaints. Adam Lein criticizes the inconsistencies of USB-C charging, while Todd Ogasawara suggests improvements to USB-C cable standardization. Jason Dunn expresses frustration with limitations of the Google Pixel 9 Pro's Gemini AI, particularly regarding locked-screen voice access. Finally, Ogasawara lists further grievances, including Google's discontinuation of Google Podcasts and its VPN service, and the lack of a Pixel Tablet 2 and wider availability of Microsoft's Recall feature.

The MobileViews Podcast is usually co-hosted by Todd Ogasawara and Jon Westfall. However, for this special post, Google NotebookLM's Audio Overviews feature will host the podcast with "AI" synthetic podcast hosts (after a brief introduction by me). I also used the beta Interactive Chat feature to interject a few comments that the synthetic hosts responded to. This podcast focuses on the old Seinfeld TV show's fictional Festivus holiday tradition of the Airing of Grievances. We're going to focus solely on technology related grievances. It can be about hardware, software, services, or even technology trends. Hence, this is the "Airing of Tech Grievances".

The first podcast section was recorded outdoors to test the iRay DW40 4-channel wireless lavalier microphone kit. The second section was generated by Google NotebookLM's Audio Overview feature to create a synthetic podcast-like discussion using text-based source material. For this example, I wrote a text discussing three of my 2024 tech grievances (with a nod to Seinfeld's Festivus). A PDF of this text was uploaded to NotebookLM as a source document.   In the first section I mentioned testing the relatively new NotebookLM Audio Overview "chat" feature which lets you (the human) interject into the synthetic podcasters' ongoing discussion and have "them" respond to the newly introduced material. Unfortunately, it turns out that the audio file saved only included the originally created audio summary. I'll use an external recording setup to record my next attempt to use this feature to create a longer Airing of Tech Grievances for a full podcast that will include grievances from several friends. There were a couple of spots where the synth-podcasters misinterpreted what I wrote in the source document (mild "hallucinations"). However, overall, I'm impressed by NotebookLM"s podcast output.

In this last podcast of 2024 for Jon Westfall and me, we discuss: One more affordable tech gift idea: Raspberry Pi 500 & Raspberry Pi Monitor Android OS 15 finally hit my Pixel 7a Google NotebookLM - engage with AI hosts during a Audio Overview Android XR: Gemini for headsets and glasses December Pixel update: Clear voice feature for Google Android Recorder app iOS/iPadOS 18.2 released Apple 2024 App Store/App Award winners Jon: TailScale for VPN/Mesh setup. Based on Open Source WireGuard

In this podcast, Jon Westfall and I are joined by frequent guest panelist Don Sorcinelli. We discussed: Not a gift idea (unfortunately): Google said to have stop developing future Android Pixel Tablets Gemini (AI) now available in Google Sheets Holiday tech gift ideas: USB-C hubs wwith integrated NVMe SSD enclosures Sub-$100 mechanical keyboards High power (120K+ RPM) electric air dusters Full circle: Cash (distant past), gift cards (recent past), digital cash (current) Nomatic collapsible collection of travel bags. Nomatic MagSafe phone wallet A one-year AI service subscription bundled with personal tutorial for friends and family to learn how to make productive use the AI service Home automation pros and caveats

In this podcast, Jon Westfall and I discuss: iPadOS 18.2 public beta 2 - Image Playground YouTube Premium new AI "Ask" function for YouTube Android app Todd's M4 Mac mini impressions Jon's M4 Pro MacBook Pro impressions Homebrew package manger for Jon's new Mac installation Jon finally got around to trying the WorkOutDoors app Jon subscribed to ChatGPT Premium to make custom GPTs. His first project: Constructive Student Paper Feedback

In this podcast, Jon Westfall and I discuss: Waiting for our new M4 based Macs. Rationale for models/configurations chosen iOS/iPadOS 18.2 public beta 1. AI imaging features waitlist Running Clipchamp in a browser on my Mac to produce SRT caption files Google Learn About New AI features for Windows Paint and Notes for Windows Insiders Microsoft bundling CoPilot Pro in Microsoft 365 personal/family license - but NOT for US customers Using ChatGPT to reply to repetitive text messages

For this podcast, Jon Westfall and I are joined by frequent guest panelist Sven Johannsen. We discuss: Testing iOS 18.1 iPhone Call Recording in MobileViews mini-podcast 47 iPadOS trade-in wiping weirdness. Todd had to use the MacOS Apple Configurator to prepare an iPad mini 5 for trade-in ChatGPT Search Apple bought the Pixelmator photo editor app team Microsoft Windows Calculator Todd's mini-rant: Personal info persistence during customer support calls and an Eero/Echo Dot mesh network issue Jon's mini-rant: Nomatic Packable Tote hidden bag secrets Apple's October M4-based Mac announcements. Who's buying what and why?

MobileViews mini-podcast 47 is a 2 minute recording testing the new iOS 18.1 Phone Call Recording feature. It is an iPhone to iPhone call. I used the 15 Pro Max's built-in microphone to while Jon Westfall used the iPods Pro 2 mic. At the start of the recording both Jon and I heard a low volume "This call will be recorded" message.Duirng the call recording my display showed an audio volume graph, call duration, and a red button to stop recording without dropping the voice call. Despite also using an iPhone on his side, Jon did not see any recording indication after the brief start of call notification. After the recording was stopped, an M4A audio file and an embedded text transcript was saved to the iOS Notes app. The transcript identifies the called party (Jon Westfall).

For this in-person lunch in a restaurant recorded podcast, I'm joined by Jared Kuroiwa. We discuss AR/VR glasses, ARM PCs, and some recent keyboards (Logitech in both our cases) we've been using. Note that there is a complete separate discussion and video recorded demonstration of Jared's Brilliant Labs Frames and Xreal Air 2 Ultra AR glasses. This discussion is available on YouTube and linked on the MobileViews blog.

In this podcast Jon Westfall and i discuss: Adobe Fresco for iPad now completely free? iPad mini A17 Pro (aka mini 7) New Macs expected to be announced week of Oct. 28 ARM vs. Qualcomm and its impact on Microsoft's Copilot + PC platform? Apple HomeOS-based smart display in 2025? Jon's coding with Microsoft CoPilot experiment

Jon Westfall and I are joined by frequent guest panelists Sven Johannsen and Don Sorcinelli for this podcast. I note that Windows 10 is one year away from its End Of Life data (Oct. 14, 2025). My plan is to convert my un-upgradeable Windows 10 laptop (a 2019 HP Envy with an AMD Ryzen processor) to ChromeOS Flex Logitech's apparent environmental influenced design choice to build keyboards using non-rechargeable batteries (alkaline or lithium) Don and Sven's initial Android OS 15 impressions on their new Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro (respectively) phones The recently announced, and soon to be available, iPad mini A17 Pro (which we refer to as the iPad mini 7)

In this podcast Jon Westfall and I discuss: GNU APL J901 for iPad: Inspired by APL. APL & J both created by Ken Iverson Google is developing tools to let you run Debian in a VM on android Finger mouse vs. vertical mouse vs. conventional mouse Apple Watch Vitals is detecting illnesses before they appear. Oura ring has done this for a number of years now. Is it useful to know that you're about to get sick? Heart rate monitor Blood Pressure needs to be taken properly:  Finger mouse vs. vertical mouse vs. conventional mouse Android OS 15 Mac mini M4, iPad mini 7?

In this podcast I misspoke and introduced it as podcast 532. It is really podcast 531... Jon Westfall and I discuss: Trying out/reviewing the Comica EJoy Uni Pro Wireless & USB microphone Microsoft Copilot can now carry out persistent discussions. However, it does not have information about weather or news. Google Gemini, on the other hand, can answer questions related to weather and news. CNN.com trying a subscription plan again. iOS/iPadOS 18.1 with more Apple Intelligence features said to be set for release on October 28. After iPadOS 18.0.1., I can send/receive SMS/RCS text messages to Android phone users iPhone 15 & 16 Action Button super shortcuts in reddit.com/r/shortcuts

In this podcast, Jon Westfall and I discuss: MobileViews YouTube captions generated by Microsoft Clipchamp SRT files iOS/iPadOS 18.1 public beta 2: Where's the AI? (still) Google shutting down Fitbit.com website. Exporting data using Google Takeout What happens to 23andMe data if the company collapses? Google NotebookLM can create summary notes from a YouTube video's audio track ExplainPaper.com: The fastest ay to read research papers National Coffee Day Misbehaving iOT (iHome SP5) Groupon still exists and Jon found a deal today Do you need a smartphone to brush your teeth? Philips Sonicare Prestige 9900 mini-review Nemonic thermal printer Notifications: Are yours out of control? What should we do about them?

In this podcast Jon Westfall and I discuss: iOS/iPadOS 18.1 public beta. Where's the Apple Intelligence? Boblov W1 Mini/Body Cam initial impressions Todd's mini-rants: Surface Pro 11 Flex Keyboard flakiness; USB-C/HDMI out flakiness; M4 iPad Pro & Apple Pencil Pro battery drain Jon's iPhone 16 Pro initial impressions Jon: Using a $30 projector stand as an end table for gadgets

Jon Westfall and I are joined by Steven Hughes and Sven Johannsen for this podcast. In this podcast, we discuss: Sven's Pixel 9 Pro XL initial impressions Sven's Pixel Watch 3 initial impressions Todd's Surface Pro 11 finally works with the ARM printer driver for a thermal printer Products announced during Apple's September 9 event Bloomberg's Mark Gurman's prediction of an Apple October event to announce M4 based Macs and, possibly, a new iPad mini Huawei Mate XT Tri-Fold phone Discussion: Do you configure new iPhone's from the baseline or restore from the backup of your previous device?

Jon Westfall and I are joined by Steve Hughes and Sven Johannsen for this podcast. In it, we discuss: Star Trek Day $200 DJI Neo follow-me drone? Amazon Alexa to be powered by Anthropic's Claude AI engine Sept. 9 Apple "It's Glowtime" event Satechi Passport cover with integrated Find My

In this podcast, Jon Westfall and I discuss: New video calling features coming to Google Meet (Android/iOS) OpenStax partners with Google's Gemini Apps Apple Podcasts available on the web Google ImageFX powered by Imagen 3 Guru Maps What Apple is NOT going to announce during its 9/9 event? How important are product (including non-technology) ecosystems/branding to you?  

In this podcast, Jon Westfall and I catch-up after a few podcasts with guest hosts/panelists. We discuss: Thanking guest hosts/panelists: Paul Lawler, Steve Hughes, Al Bonilla, Mark Savage, Sven Johannsen, Frank McPherson, and Don Sorcinelli. Impressed by photos taken by Steve's Rayban Meta smart glasses Surprised at how well a USB-C conference mic work to record a three person podcast in a restaurant Apple Sept. 10 (possible) event? After months of failed attempts, the Surface Pro 11 Copilot + PC can now print to a printer Chrome for desktop now has Google Lens search Jon's quasi-annual travel/Disney tech report! Cordless world, mobile ordering, still need a laptop for a few things, Disney MagicBand+, Disney Fuel Rod, security flagging a plastic glasses case, new animatronics tech, what does a nearby hurricane shut down, drone show, 

For this in-person podcast at Bo's Kitchen, I'm joined by my former co-worker, Al Bonilla, and a former contractor, Mark Savage, who worked with Al on me on a very large two-year project. The main purpose of this podcast (other than having lunch with friends) was to test using a NAKVMN USB-C Desktop Conference Microphone to record an in-person three-person podcast since my wireless lav mics are limited to recording two people. The conference mic was plugged directly into an iPhone 15 Pro Max using the Just Press Record app. I used Adobe Podcast Enhance set at 27% enhancement to clean up the sound a bit while leaving some of the background restaurant ambient noise. The enhanced audio was run through Audacity to increase the volume - since Adobe Podcast Enhance reduces the volume while cleaning up the audio. In this podcast, we discuss: Mark Savage travel tech Todd's top 2024 gadgets: Insta360 X4 camera, Surface Pro 11 Copilot + PC (despite compatibility issues), M4 iPad Pro 11, USB-C docks with status displays and vertical orientation AR glasses to replace computer display Rayban Meta Smartglasses that Steve Hughes used in podcast 522 EVs & PVs

For this podcast, I'm joined by Sven Johannsen, Frank McPherson, & Don Sorcinelli. We discussed: MobileViews 522 carpool techie-oke podcast recorded using wireless lavalier microphones Insta360 Studio gained AI reframing/editing feature (see sample here) WordStar 7.0 rereleased (free) by author Robert J. Sawyer Google deprecating Manifest V2 for Google Chrome. Impact on ad-blockers Made by Google 2024 product announcements

This podcast with frequent podcast panelist Steven Hughes (who was visiting Hawaii on a work trip) is actually more of a recording exercise/test. It was recorded on the road in a car using a pair of Airhug 30 wireless lavalier microphones connected to a receiver on an iPhone 15 Pro Max using the Just Press Record app. The audio was first processed using Adobe Podcast Enhance set at 5% and the further processed with Audacity to reduce the lower frequencies (bass) and increase the high frequencies (treble). I also increased the audio volume since one of the side effects of using Adobe Podcast Enhance is a significant volume reduction. Steve and I discussed a variety of topics including the recent Made by Google product announcements.

I'm joined by frequent panelist Paul Lawler. We recorded this podcast in person during lunch on Aug. 4 at a restaurant to test my Airhug 30 wireless lavalier microphone set. The mic's built-in noise reduction feature was not good enough for this environment. So, the audio was post-processed using Adobe Podcast Enhance set at 35% strength. I also had to increase the volume after Adobe's post-processing using the Open Source Audacity software. In this podcast, Paul and I unintentionally experienced a mild "hot ones" type spicy food situation and discussed this during the podcast. We also discussed: Non-standard power adapters Microsoft ActiveSync (Windows Mobile) Our informal "Hot Ones" experience Electronic bike lock Eufy security cameras Power outages - batteries and solar power Audio Hijack vs. Adobe Podcast Studio vs. Google Meet Adobe Podcast Enhance The "AI Divide" Logitech throws the idea of "subscription mice" out for discussion Software/Service subscriptions

In this Podcast, Jon Westfall and I discuss: Todd's visit to a Hawaii Symphony Orchestra rehearsal at the Waikiki Shell with a 360 degree video camera  The Google Pixel Superfans program OpenAI SearchGPT Microsoft's irritating Link to Windows for Android What is the point of the Apple Maps on the web (beta)? Jon's Nike Run Club review The power of the reboot (and the anger some people demonstrate when you recommend doing it)