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All the tech and entertainment topics that Philip and Levi save up to talk about each week. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

Levi Gilbert, Philip Eberhard

  • Jun 27, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
  • infrequent NEW EPISODES
  • 1h 35m AVG DURATION
  • 31 EPISODES


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30: WWDC 2020

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2020 103:59


Philip and Levi reunite to break down their favorite announcements from WWDC 2020. Show Links The Talk Show - REMOTE FROM WWDC 2020 WITH CRAIG FEDERIGHI AND GREG JOSWIAK Serenity Caldwell WWDC 2020 Recaps TikTok iOS 14 Shenanigans Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

29: With Great Power Comes Great Complexity

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2020 62:07


Philip and Levi open with the 9to5Mac Happy Hour, condiments and humor. Philip informs Levi of Wunderlist's demise (1:26), which leads to Microsoft Power Apps. Philip extols Chrome on iOS (5:26) and the word preposterous. Levi has JOMO (13:08). The duo unpack the latest report of a new iPad Pro and revamped keyboard accessory (17:03), and Philip helps Levi understand AssistiveTouch. Philip loves schools Levi on TestFlight, and highlights his use of it with Overcast and Tweet Notes (32:30). Levi is stressing about high school basketball playoff seeding tiebreakers (49:59). Show Links 9to5Mac Happy Hour Wunderlist Microsoft Power Apps Apple reportedly releasing an iPad keyboard with a trackpad later this year Use AssistiveTouch on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch BRYDGE PRO+ Wireless Keyboard w/Trackpad for 11-inch and 12.9-inch iPad Pro (3rd Gen) TestFlight Overcast Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

28: Welcome to the Space Jam

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2020 69:38


Philip and Levi quickly discuss the oddities of Apple Card, which leads to the oddities of Apple's habit of tying services to a single user — unless you're using Family Sharing, of course. Philip demonstrates the value of buying the newest Apple tech you can when you're in the market for a new device (12:34). Philip takes us on his AirPods Pro journey (22:27), which leads to a broader discussion on wireless headphones and AppleCare. Philip uses his new Magic Trackpad on a PC (49:16). This leads to the TrackPoint — also known as the Mouse Nipple (50:33) — and Dvorak keyboards (54:05). Levi makes Philip proud with his recent use of the floating keyboard and swipe typing (56:07) in iOS 13. Philip closes with his recent iPad pickup and a pro tip for folks using the first generation Apple Pencil (1:02:38). Show Links The Talk Show - ‘FAKE FACES’, WITH SPECIAL GUEST GLENN FLEISHMAN have i been pwned? Why the ThinkPad TrackPoint is still a thing, according to Lenovo’s chief designer (TechRadar) The Dvorak Keyboard — a Primer coconutBattery Levi's Tom drawing done on Paper on a 2018 iPad Pro How Did This Get Made? Space Jam: LIVE!, episode #233 Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

27: We Can Talk About It Again, Philip

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2020 99:52


Philip and Levi sit down to record for the first time in five months. This immediately devolves into an existential discussion about things like work cubicle decorations/arrangement and the Four Light Bulbs. Levi gets a Mac Pro… but not that one. Philip explains RAM. Levi buys a new backpack. Philip learns us on 2020 iPhone rumors. Another existential crisis — browser tab management — also ensues. This leads to talking about being born in the right time, which naturally leads to a discussion of Oscar contenders and movie watching habits. Levi quits movie trailers. Hard stop. Show Links H.I. #3: Four Light Bulbs Levi's "New" Mac Pro Peak Design Everyday Backup V1 20L Kuo: Apple to Launch Five iPhones in 2020, Including 5.4-Inch, Two 6.1-Inch, and 6.7-Inch Models With 5G The Corridor Crew Jameis Winston and Us Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

26: Top Apple September Event 2019 Takeaways

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2019 96:20


Philip and Levi discuss the top 10 announcements that stuck with them the most from Apple's September Event 2019. Show Links Here’s everything Apple announced today at the iPhone 11 event What we’re still waiting for after Apple’s iPhone 11 event Brief Thoughts and Observations on Yesterday’s Apple Event, Roughly, if Not in Fact Exactly, in the Order in Which They Were Announced Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

25: Parenting With Philip, Sponsored by Amazon

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2019 72:30


Philip and Levi pass the year mark of saving it for the mic. Levi (surprisingly) and Philip (unsurprisingly) both bought Vignette by Casey Liss (6:59). Philip recounts his Amazon Prime Day haul and reveals his (perhaps unhealthy) affinity for Amazon hardware (13:00). Levi discovers a practical alternate version of CarPlay (22:30). The conversation shifts back to Philip's Prime Day haul (37:06). Then, the duo close with thoughts on Spider-Man: Far From Home and the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (53:12). Show Links Vignette by Casey Liss Dialog, Where Creativity Meets Technology Marvel Studios' Phase 4 Announced, Multiple Projects Coming (IGN) Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

24: That's America's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2019 105:36


Philip and Levi are in the endgame now. As in, Philip literally finished Avengers: Infinity War on his phone during the previews as the two sat in a theater to see the re-released version of Avengers: Endgame. After a year's long journey, but more accurately a weekend, Philip sort of caught up in the Marvel Cinematic Universe just in time to see Endgame before it left theaters. Then the guys sat down and recorded their thoughts on Endgame, the MCU as a whole and what may be in store for the next 10 years of the MCU. Show Links List of Marvel Cinematic Universe films Avengers: Endgame is returning to theaters with a new post-credits scene Avengers: Endgame Re-Release New Footage Breakdown Avengers: Endgame Re-Release Fails to Overtake Avatar as Top-Grossing Movie Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

23: WWDC 2019

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2019 106:54


Levi and Philip dive deep into all the announcements and treasures from WWDC 2019. Show Links The Talk Show - Live From WWDC 2019 With Craig Federighi and Greg Joswiak Genius.com accuses Google of copying its song lyrics Initial Thoughts on iPadOS: A New Path Forward Marco Arment's Bluetooth background apps list Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

22: Gave Up the Ghost

Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2019 77:06


Levi and Philip return from sabbatical, and because time is a flat circle, they end up talking about the things they always talk about. Philip bought new AirPods. After Sinemia betrayed us all (11:23), should we trust MoviePass again? Levi has been strengthening his will with a new movie trailer rule (25:03). The trailer discussion then spirals into the amazing lunacy that is Netflix's "The OA" (41:57), which inevitably leads to Disney+ and Apple TV+ (1:00:59). Show Links Time is a Flat Circle Apple’s new AirPods come with a wireless charging case, Hey Siri support, and more battery life Sinemia, A MoviePass Rival, Shutters U.S. Operations AMC Theatres’ Monthly Movie Service Passes 785,000 Subscribers, 3 Times MoviePass Disney+ will be available on November 12th for $6.99 a month Apple announces Apple TV Plus video subscription service Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

21: Live YOUR Life

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2019 82:44


Levi and Philip debate Levi's neurotic new phone charging strategy, which naturally leads to the Energizer Power Max P18K Pop (20:43). This, of course, leads to iPhone witchcraft (28:13). Levi updates the world on Brittany's general iPhone XS happiness six months removed (29:48) before the phone charging strategy debate returns. Levi reports back on his movieboy64 Hotmail account (36:06) before Philip discusses the MacBook haves and have nots (37:54). Then, Philip recounts a recent macOS bug that Levi is all too familiar with (54:41). And Disney drops the hammer on our wallets by opening the vault (1:12:14). Show Links This 18,000mAh battery has a phone in it Disney is ending its vault program, giving Disney+ a huge boost in the streaming wars Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

20: Dark Mode, Indeed

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2019 83:05


Levi and Philip reminisce about Hotmail, question their life's choices in Bandersnatch, (9:02), break down Apple's rumored 2019 lineup (36:47) and reflect on AirPods usage two years in (1:12:36). Then, Levi goes dark (1:18:52). Show Links ‘Black Mirror: Bandersnatch’ Has 5 Main Endings – Here’s What They Are Kuo: 2019 iPhones Can Wirelessly Charge Other Devices, Feature Frosted Glass and Larger Batteries, and More Two New iPad Pro Models, 10.2-Inch iPad, and iPad Mini 5 Said to Launch in 2019 16-Inch MacBook Pro With All-New Design Expected in 2019, 13-Inch Model May Gain 32GB RAM Apple Said to Release 31.6-Inch 6K Display With Mini LED-Like Backlight Design in 2019 AirPower and New AirPods Said to Ship in First Half of 2019, New iPod Touch With Faster Processor Also Expected How To Install the (Unofficial) Dark Mode for Slack Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

19: Not Lukewarm on The Last Jedi

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2018 120:50


Levi and Philip give the gift of Star Wars as they take on the fanboy haters of The Last Jedi. A year removed, the guys take another look at Episode VIII and take on the common complaints of the film - from fuel constraints to Mary Poppins Leia to random trips to the casino - they address it all. This isn't going to go the way you think. Show Links Fanboy Tears Levi Shakes Off the Haters An Early Star Wars Image Proves Luke Skywalker's Twist in The Last Jedi Was Planned From the Beginning Rey foreshadowing Kylo vs Luke. Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

18: The Rick or the Rift

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2018 95:56


Levi and Philip dive deep (FULL SPOILERS) into The Walking Dead. The whole dang series. Despite the show's recent ratings struggles, Philip and Levi still find many positives in the long-running series. The guys highlight their exposure to and history with the show, digest the recent bombshell changes to the show and reflect on the first half of season 9, including how the show has recently rebooted itself. Then, the guys discuss differences from the comic series, their favorite characters and episodes and Rick's (supposedly) final episode. Show Links Walking Dead Movies: Andrew Lincoln's Rick Grimes to Lead 3 AMC TV Films The Walking Dead Wiki Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

17: There's Nothing Right With It Either

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2018 103:52


Levi has a new iPad Pro (for now) and gives his initial impressions, which leads to a sprawling conversation about the various iterations of iPads over the years. Philip continues to not give up on his iPhone SE (1:08:03), and the guys discuss human nature and cellular plans. Show Links Apple’s $29 iPhone Battery Replacement Program Ends December 31 coconut Battery Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

16: The Difference Between You and Me

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2018 91:56


Philip and Levi discuss the intricacies of the differences in the iPad Pro lineup. Then, the guys can't agree on the current state of Apple laptops (21:46). And Levi tries to sell Philip on finally joining the current generation of gaming consoles (58:14). Show Links More battery outliers, please - Marco.org Sony PlayStation 4 Slim 1TB Spiderman Bundle, Black - $199 Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

15: Did We Just Become Best Friends?

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2018 67:17


Philip and Levi return to discuss Philip's new Apple Watch Series 4, and the guys cover all the announcements from Apple's October Event, including the new MacBook Air (13:35), Mac mini (36:43) and iPad Pros (43:39). Show Links Apple announces new MacBook Air with Retina display starting at $1,199 Apple’s new Mac mini includes six-core processors and a space gray finish The New 12.9- and 11-inch iPad Pros: The MacStories Overview Brooklyn event impressions: The iPad Pro is a computer iPad Pro vs. original iPad. 8.5 years of engineering Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

14: Not Cranky, Just Edged Up

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2018 90:50


Philip and Levi follow up on the latest iPhone XS reviews and news (3:26), discuss the pros/cons of OLED (43:03), give an update on fall detection (52:35) and recap trying on an Apple Watch Series 4 (55:58). Show Links Daring Fireball's "The iPhones XS" Review Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

13: It's Going to Save Somebody's Life

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2018 119:14


Philip and Levi unpack the announcements from Apple's fall Watch and iPhone event: Apple Watch Series 4 (8:37) No AirPower? (1:01:35) iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max (1:01:35) iPhone XR (1:29:00) Show Links Apple Event: Live from the Steve Jobs Theater Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

12: That's Just Physics (Sharp Objects)

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2018 103:49


Philip and Levi go FULL SPOILERS on HBO's mini-series, "Sharp Objects." Show Links Sharp Objects - Wikipedia Still Watching: Sharp Objects by Vanity Fair Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

11: iPhone XS and Apple Watch Series 4 Leaks

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2018 104:08


Philip and Levi break down Sinemia's plans (now that Philip has finally quit MoviePass), dive into some meta podcasting (25:49), sing the praises of subtitles (35:17) and cover the latest news from the iPhone XS (43:16) and Apple Watch Series 4 (1:14:56) leaks. Show Links Sinemia Guilherme Rambo This is ‘iPhone XS’ — design, larger version, and gold colors confirmed Apple Watch Series 4 revealed — massive display, dense watch face, more Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

10: New iPhone SE 2, Mac mini and MacBook Air Rumors

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2018 95:20


Philip and Levi dial up the paranoia of always being watched (4:19), recommend podcasts and turn on Anchor's Listener Support (5:49) and break down the new rumors for iPhone SE 2 (26:07), Mac mini (1:03:23) and MacBook Air (1:15:38). Show Links Reply All #109 Is Facebook Spying on You? THE WOLF DEN #149 Marco Arment, Overcast iPhone SE 2 may be updated iPhone 7 Apple Planning New Low-Cost MacBook, Pro-Focused Mac Mini Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

9: Don't Get It Confused with Mystic Pizza

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2018 71:49


Philip and Levi discuss the evolution of the number of episodes in TV seasons (4:56), the pain of switching phone numbers (21:37) and sarcasm detection issues (30:57). Philip still can't let go of his SE (33:36), and Levi is concerned about his Christmas wish list (41:10). The guys talk podcast listening habits (44:32) and close with the continuing MoviePass saga (51:28). Show Links MoviePass posts huge quarterly loss, shareholders sue Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

8: Made It a Little Bit Quieter, They Did

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2018 105:59


Philip and Levi talk MoviePass's latest goofs (11:03). Philip tries a new MacBook Pro; the guys discuss proof of a new iPad Pro (44:31), debate the merits of three new iPhone models (57:03) and give their thoughts on And-Man and the Wasp (1:17:14). Show Links Sinemia New iPad Pro Rumor Three New iPhones? Apple Made Lots of Money Thor Trilogy as Houses Follow Us on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

7: MoviePass, It's Not Me, It's You

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2018 97:38


Philip and Levi admire Pentatonix (10:30), recap the MacBook Pro throttling fix (22:15) and discuss Anchor's vision (33:40). Then, Levi announces his break-up with MoviePass (41:33) before detailing his child labor days at a movie rental store (1:10:42). Finally, the guys close with the Star Wars: Episode IX cast announcement (1:22:02). Show Links Apple releases software fix for MacBook Pro slowdown Why You Should Never Pay For Podcast Hosting Star Wars: Episode IX Cast Announced Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

6: Thermally Cornered Again

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2018 94:28


Philip and Levi finally get an Android phone name right (1:01), update their betas (5:34), recap their Prime Day haul (23:53) and break down the new MacBook Pro updates (44:05). Show Links camelcamelcamel Apple updates the MacBook Pro in big and small ways Leaked Apple service document confirms new MacBook Pro keyboard is designed to fix dust problems Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

5: Is This Now?

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2018 121:41


Philip and Levi ponder AirPod swipes (19:27), guess Apple's video service (27:58), update iOS 12 (43:16), dust off Apple Maps (49:23), covet new power adapters (58:24) and try to make sense of Westworld (1:04:23). Links Apple Eyes Streaming Bundle Raise to Siri Apple is rebuilding Maps 18W USB-C Power Adapter Westworld Timeline Explained Follow Us: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

4: iOS 12 First Impressions

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2018 100:17


Philip and Levi explain the new name, place new PIP requests (15:45), unpack Apple's recent history of missing launch dates (21:00), break down new AirPods rumors (38:51), lament more about Siri (1:12:17), give their initial iOS 12 impressions (1:19:50) and check-in on Westworld (1:33:49). Show Links YouTube PIP Apple to Unveil High-End AirPods, Over-Ear Headphones For 2019 iOS 12 Beta: Our Favorite Tidbits and Hidden Features Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter: @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

3: I Have a Great Feeling About This

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2018 84:21


Philip and Levi speculate some more on a potential Apple Watch Series 4 (6:50) and play a game of "what went wrong with AirPower." (25:57) Levi begs Philip to finish The Last of Us (35:03) and catch up on Westworld, and then the guys give their thoughts on "Solo: A Star Wars Story" (53:41) in just 12 parsecs. Show Notes and Links We've gone public. Apple Watch Series 4 Rumors Include No Buttons and Improved GPS Why Apple’s AirPower Wireless Charger Is Taking So Long to Make Follow Philip and Levi on Twitter @pheberhard @levigilbert --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

2: WWDC 2018

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2018 120:31


Philip and Levi break down the key new features from iOS 12, watchOS 5, tvOS, and macOS Mojave, and discuss what this may mean for hardware in September. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

1: What Is a Computer?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2018 129:23


Philip and Levi discuss their histories with computers, and how the definition of what a computer is has changed since the debut and evolution of iOS. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

0: We Don't Even Have a Name

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2018 92:18


After three years, Philip and Levi finally record a podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/save-it-for-the-mic/support

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