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Eight or Sixteen

Mark Ellis Reviewsmark56a.podbean.com
Rob and Mark discuss the latest Apple news, rumours and half-truths.
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BIG NEWS ABOUT EIGHT OR SIXTEEN (WE'RE STILL ALIVE)!

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.

May 27, 20252 minEp. 93

“They already know everything about me...”

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...

Apr 09, 202557 minEp. 92

“Watching three British blokes mess around...”

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 wat...

Mar 25, 202559 minEp. 91

“Weird AI robots walking around everywhere..."

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...

Mar 11, 202553 minEp. 90

"Everyone needs a magnetic goose"

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: ...

Feb 20, 202559 minEp. 89

"Exceptionally Happy About That Sausage...”

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. 🚀 Sign up to Marks newsletter for access to my free Discord community, weekly behind-the-scenes content & exclusive perks: https://newsletter.markellismedia.uk/subscribe Astropa...

Feb 05, 20251 hr 7 minEp. 88

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

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.within...

Jan 21, 202559 minEp. 87

“Demise of the stovetop”

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. Lin...

Dec 30, 20241 hr 7 minEp. 86

"Apologies to Andy McBain!"

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 ➡️ Aqar...

Dec 07, 20241 hr 3 minEp. 85

"Marques has been a naughty boy"

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...

Nov 20, 20241 hr 2 minEp. 84

“Life is too short for dangly straps”

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

Nov 02, 20241 hr 10 minEp. 83

“They’ve Sherlocked our podcast!”

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 ...

Oct 12, 202457 minEp. 82

"He loves to get his otoscope out"

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...

Sep 29, 202458 minEp. 81

“We all remember the Flappy Birds”

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-ultima...

Sep 14, 20241 hr 5 minEp. 80

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

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 ...

Aug 17, 20241 hr 3 minEp. 79

“It’s… uhh… Matt Berry.”

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...

Jul 20, 20241 hr 2 minEp. 78

"This is the most orange thing on planet Earth"

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 off...

Jul 06, 20241 hr 2 minEp. 77

“Craig’s Hair Helmet”

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 ➡️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 ...

Jun 15, 202443 minEp. 76

“I’d feel like I was in hospital”

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...

Jun 08, 202447 minEp. 75

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

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...

May 25, 20241 hr 9 minEp. 74

“I touched a lot of knobs that day”

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/g...

May 11, 20241 hr 6 minEp. 73

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

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 i...

Mar 30, 20241 hr 5 minEp. 72

"Shoehorning Android into an Apple setup"

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...

Mar 16, 20241 hrEp. 71

"Cardboard cutouts of Craig Federighi"

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.co...

Feb 24, 202459 minEp. 70

"$200 shell suit for your Vision Pro”

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...

Feb 03, 20241 hr 10 minEp. 69

"Did Ali fix your keyboard?"

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 atten...

Jan 20, 202453 minEp. 68

“Rickrolled by the BBC”

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 mo...

Jan 06, 20241 hr 8 minEp. 67

“The WAN Show with a K”

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.so...

Dec 16, 20231 hr 5 minEp. 66

“Things that look like other things”

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=g4LC0qZi...

Dec 02, 20231 hr 1 minEp. 65

”Hello, Mark!”

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 suppo...

Nov 18, 202347 minEp. 64
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