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Primary Technology

Stephen Robles and Jason Atenprimarytech.fm
Tech news that matters for everyone to understand. Our hosts break down the most important stories, from consumer tech and gadgets, to AI and beyond. Stephen Robles is a content creator with over 100K on YouTube, and Jason Aten is a technology columnist at Inc.com having written in the past for Business Insider and The Chicago Tribune. Tune in every Thursday for new episodes.

Episodes

Tech’s Chaotic Evil Era: TikTok “Ban”, Apple Allows Side-Loading

Apple to allow true app side-loading in the EU, TikTok's survival attempts may have backfired, Jason and Stephen both have strong, opposing feelings about TikTok, Rivian R2, Royal Photo fail, and FineWoven case at the Oscars. Watch on YouTube! Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: youtube.com/@primarytechshow Support the show Join our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or ...

Mar 14, 20241 hr 16 minEp. 12

M3 MacBook Air Hands-On and Epic Apple Drama in the EU

Jason has the new M3 MacBook Air in-hand to review on the show, plus we delve into the controversy surrounding the termination of Epic Games' latest developer account, Apple’s $2 billion fine in the EU, and Apple Maps vs. Google Maps. Sponsored by: OneTap Keyboard Shortcuts Quickly access text snippets, URLs, Photos and Files with the OneTap keyboard on iPhone, iPad, and Mac! Special deal on March 8th-10th only for Primary Technology listeners: DOWNLOAD HERE Watch on YouTube! Subscribe and watch...

Mar 07, 20241 hr 4 minEp. 11

Google’s AI Failure, Apple Car Is Over, AI Powered Siri

Apple pivots by killing the Apple Car project to focus on AI innovation, Google's controversial Gemini AI image results, Apple's potential new fitness wearables, Sonos' rumored high-end headphones, and most importantly, our coffee habits. Watch on YouTube! Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: youtube.com/@primarytechshow Sponsored by: Rogue Amoeba : Audio Hijack is simply the best way to record audio on your Mac. Through the beginning of March, get $20 off Audio Hijack or...

Feb 29, 20241 hr 24 minEp. 10

Apple Sports, OpenAI’s Mind-Blowing AI Video Generator, Big Changes in iOS 17.4

We explore the new Apple Sports app and if Apple may one day enter the sports betting market, big changes to iMessage security, Apple Podcasts, and web apps in the EU coming with iOS 17.4, Amazon Echo Hub is the smart home control panel Apple needs to make, Sora is OpenAI's incredible video AI model, and Jason and Stephen debate on the battery percentage icon! Watch on YouTube! Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: youtube.com/@primarytechshow Support the show Join our mem...

Feb 22, 20241 hr 13 minEp. 9

Is Anyone Keeping Apple Vision Pro? OpenAI Coming for Google with AI Search, Prime Video Price Gouging

The return window for early adopters of Apple Vision Pro is closing, and it seems there is a wave of returns. Meta CEO says “my headset is better than theirs,” Prime Video removing features unless you pay up, and OpenAI is looking to create a search engine to compete with Google. Sponsored by: Rogue Amoeba : Audio Hijack is simply the best way to record audio on your Mac. Through the beginning of March, get $20 off Audio Hijack or any Rogue Amoeba bundle when you visit: macaudio.com/primarytech ...

Feb 15, 20241 hr 12 minEp. 8

Apple Vision Pro: Ultimate Consumption Device

We go in-depth on our week one experience of Apple Vision Pro, Google's transitions Bard to Gemini and inserts their LLM across its services, Disney invests $1.5 billion into Epic Games, and most importantly, mouse or trackpad? Sponsored by: Hello There Greeting Cards : Primary Tech listeners can use offer code to receive 1 free year of HelloThere+ unlocks features like iCloud Sync, unlimited entries, app customizations, and lots more! Code: HELLOPRIMARYTECH and download the app here. Watch on Y...

Feb 08, 20241 hr 22 minEp. 7

Apple Vision Pro Reviews, iPhone Changes in the EU, Tech CEOs Get Grilled, ARC Search App

Unpacking early reviews of Apple Vision Pro, in-depth on Apple's DMA plans in the EU including third-party app marketplaces, Zuckerberg apologizes to families for harmful content during a Senate hearing, and maybe Arc Search is pretty good. Watch on YouTube! Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: youtube.com/@primarytechshow Support the show Join our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in App...

Feb 01, 20241 hr 5 minEp. 6

The Veil of Utopia: The Mac is 40, Microsoft is $3T, and iOS 17.3 Makes it Harder to Steal Your iPhone

We go in-depth on iOS 17.3's Stolen Device Protection, Microsoft's $3 trillion peak, Apple Vision Pro sales numbers, Netflix getting into live TV with WWE, Jason goes OFF about “full self-driving cars,” and the Mac turns 40 years old! Watch on YouTube! Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: youtube.com/@primarytechshow Support the show Join our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Pod...

Jan 25, 20241 hr 19 minEp. 5

Apple Vision Pro Pre-Orders, Samsung Galaxy S24 Unpacked, “I Can Hear Your Face Scan”

We share our Apple Vision Pro pre-order war stories, accessories too, influencer demos of Apple’s new headset, we discuss the AI-loaded Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, Google's new 'Circle to Search,’ and personal tech goes back iLife and iDVD. Watch on YouTube! Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: youtube.com/@primarytechshow Sponsored by: Rogue Amoeba : Audio Hijack is simply the best way to record audio on your Mac. Through the end of January, get $20 off Audio Hijack or any...

Jan 19, 20241 hr 17 minEp. 4

Best of CES, Apple Vision Pro Launch, Rabbit R1 and AI Gadgets

Apple Vision Pro launch is official for February 2nd, we cover all the details and their commercial reminiscent of the original iPhone. Jason and Stephen share their best of CES picks, and some of the most insane tech from the trade show, including the Rabbit R1 AI assistant, and our personal tech: where do you place the macOS Dock? Watch on YouTube! Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: youtube.com/@primarytechshow Sponsored by: Rogue Amoeba : Audio Hijack is simply the b...

Jan 11, 20241 hr 20 minEp. 3

Apple Vision Pro Imminent, CES Preview, and Nostalgic Apple Stores

Humane’s AI Pin commercial, Apple Vision Pro may launch at the end of January, Jason and Stephen are both undecided on going to CES, and—an era comes to an end—we share our personal history with Apple Stores! Watch on YouTube Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: youtube.com/@primarytechshow Sponsored by Rogue Amoeba Audio Hijack is simply the best way to record audio on your Mac. Through the end of January, get $20 off Audio Hijack or any Rogue Amoeba bundle when you visi...

Jan 04, 20241 hr 14 minEp. 2

Year in Review 2023

Stephen and Jason continue their annual tradition of reviewing the biggest news from the previous year. We cover the best and worst from Apple, Google, AI news, streaming services, and more! Watch the Show on YouTube! Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: youtube.com/@primarytechshow Reach out: @stephenrobles on Threads @stephenrobles on X Stephen on Mastodon @jasonaten on Threads @JasonAten on X Jason on Mastodon Links from the show Stephen Robles - YouTube Jason Aten's A...

Jan 01, 20241 hr 15 minEp. 1

Welcome to Primary Technology

We break down the biggest tech news of the week and why it matters. From consumer devices to AI, Apple, Google, Microsoft, and more, tune in every Thursday for new episodes. Plus, subscribe for an ad-free version of the show and bonus content every week! Watch the Show on YouTube! Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: youtube.com/@primarytechshow Support the show Join our member community and get an ad-free version of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Sus...

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