Powerbeats Pro 2 hands-on review, Android Apple TV app launches
Feb 13, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 525
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Summary
Chance reviews the new Powerbeats Pro 2 with heart rate monitoring, and Benjamin discusses the long-awaited Apple TV app launch on Android, including its implications and feature set compared to the iOS version. The hosts also touch on Apple's AI partnership with Alibaba in China and the ability to migrate purchases between Apple Accounts.Episode description
Benjamin and Chance talk about the long-awaited launch of the Apple TV app on Android, Apple partners with Alibaba for AI in China, and Apple adds a better-late-than-never feature for merging Apple Accounts. Also, Chance kicks off the show with a hands-on review of the brand new Powerbeats Pro, with heart rate monitoring.
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