Nate’s got a new Apple Watch and realized this week just how far technology has come since 2001 by watching old episodes of Survivor. We’ve also got updates on the ongoing Fortnite/Apple and TikTok/USA battles. If that wasn’t enough there’s plenty more tech news and some great tips in this episode. Enjoy!
- Followup:
- Nate’s Apple Watch (02:20)
- Google iOS apps (07:00)
- Survivor season 2 (08:30)
- Apple files breach of contract suit with Epic Games (11:05)
- Fortnite launches concert series (11:55)
- There’s a TikTok deal and the shutdown has been delayed (13:05)
- Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week: Check iOS Tips app. New iOS 14 features – Widgets (14:20)
- Takes:
- Google’s Area 120 announces Orion to help cell connectivity (22:20)
- Google launches verified calls on Android – Android 11 rolls out (25:20)
- Apple TV app launches on Vizio TVs (27:50)
- Tile’s new service will offer up to $1000 if it can’t find your stuff (29:20)
- Feds announce the seizure of counterfeit AirPods that are actually OnePlus Buds (31:30)
- Facebook estimates it has helped 2.5 million people register to vote this year (33:45)
- Security/Privacy: Nihilistic password security questions (36:25)
- Bonus Odd Take: Pointerpointer.com (38:40)
- Picks of the Week:
- Dave: Windfinder (40:10)
- Nate: Zoom.earth (42:35)
- Ramazon™ purchase (45:25)
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