S1E1 - Make your iPhone Even More Secure
Managing passwords is a royal pain. Apple has made it more convenient for their users to surf cross-platform, but is it enough?
April 16, 2021, midnight
S1E2 - These were unexpected! - Apple's "Spring Loaded" Event
This wasn't exactly what we expected, but hey, it's a welcome addition! A new iMac, iPad Pro update, Air Tags, a splash of color, and more! We cover what was announced and a few of my thoughts.
April 21, 2021, midnight
S1E3 - The dock that makes the iPad an iMac - Kensington StudioDock Review
We’ve seen the iPad evolve into something more computer-like over the years. But does it fit in the sort of place the Kensington StudioDock puts it in?
April 28, 2021, midnight
S1E4 - Apple should make an actual Television
I always wonder why Apple never made an actual TV (not the streaming device), but if it did, what would it look like? I decided to take a shot and come up with something they would make.
May 5, 2021, midnight
S1E5 - I left my backpack on the train - Apple AirTags Review
The point of Apple’s new AirTags is to help you find your lost items. So we set up the ultimate test, leaving an AirTagged backpack on public transport to see how easy it is to get it back.
May 13, 2021, midnight
S1E6 - Why Touch-Screen MacBooks are a Bad Idea
People have been asking Apple to put a touchscreen on their Macs, but there might a very valid reason why they haven't done it. So we decided to make one ourselves and see how it goes.
May 20, 2021, midnight
S1E7 - I love it - Apple iMac (2021) Review
When you only need a computer for basic day to day tasks it opens up an opportunity for a radically different design. And that’s what Apple has done with the new iMac, much to the affection of Jonathan.
June 2, 2021, midnight
S1E8 - Where do I start with Apple's 2021 WWDC?
Oh wow, there was a lot of stuff going on at Apple's 2021 WWDC, no hardware of course, but there was a lot of interesting new software unveiled! I try to compress it all in under 10 minutes...
June 8, 2021, midnight
S1E9 - This is what's most exciting - Apple TV 4K (2021) and Siri Remote Review
Here’s a quick look at the new Siri Remote included with all new Apple TVs and available as a $60 accessory to existing supported models. By assigning a dollar value, we evaluate how much each of the improvements are worth.
June 10, 2021, midnight
S1E10 - Why pros aren't using it yet - iPad Pro M1 Review
The “Pro” in iPad Pro implies the device is designed for professionals. Now with the M1 chip and a bright Liquid Retina XDR display it certainly has the goods, but is it really ready for professionals?
June 24, 2021, midnight
S1E11 - Have you ever dropped your phone into a lake?
I'm sure you've felt a pang of anxiety when holding your phone on a boat or dock; that when you drop it, it's over. But we discovered that there might be some hope. A Vancouver woman's iPhone was rescued 6 months after it plunged into Harrison Lake. All thanks to a local diver and improved ingress protection standards.
July 10, 2021, midnight
S1E12 - Your AirPods Aren't Actually Broken
People don’t talk about this, but AirPods do attract and trap ear wax. The headphones are disposable enough, so we try to see if we can figure out a way to clean them out and give them new life.
July 22, 2021, midnight
S1E13 - Apple's AirPower became MagSafe
A new official MagSafe accessory has dropped! It's Apple's MagSafe Battery Pack. We take a look at it and see how it fits in the whole charger ecosystem. Because it's in an interesting state.
Aug. 3, 2021, midnight
S1E14 - I hope the new Mac Pro Mini is good
The ARM transitions has shown us that Apple really wants to use their silicon to shrink their computers down, as they have done with the iMac. This leads to many open questions about their vision for Pro products. Jonathan is excited but he hopes Apple keeps some traditional computer paradigms alive.
Aug. 17, 2021, midnight
S1E15 - Why do they make this so difficult?
If you have an Apple device you will have received the " your iCloud is full" notification if you're not paying for extra storage. It's really annoying, so we show you what's filling that small amount of space and how to organize it.
Aug. 28, 2021, midnight
S1E16 - How Bad is iOS 15 on these Old Apple devices?
While Android users are lucky to get maybe one or three OS upgrades, Apple will be giving their 7 year old iPad Air 2 iOS 15. For over a week Jonathan used it and an iPhone SE (1st gen) to see what it's like to use the latest software on the oldest tech.
Sept. 9, 2021, midnight
S1E17 - What I noticed from the iPhone 13 event
With September brings a harvest of new iPhones to explore. Apple’s “California Streaming” teased the new updates for both iPhones and iPads, so let’s recap what Apple shared.
Sept. 15, 2021, midnight
S1E18 - What’s the best monitor that Apple doesn’t make?
Five years ago Apple stopped selling their own branded monitors. And it's left a hole on the desks of many Apple users. There are lots of other monitor options available. But which one is a worthy companion for our desks? We found a few to choose from.
Sept. 25, 2021, midnight
S1E19 - So should you update to iOS 15 NOW?
iOS 15 has been out for a while now and as always the big question is if someone should update right away. Well, Jonathan shows some of the benefits and pitfalls of the latest iOS update.
Oct. 7, 2021, midnight
S1E20 - I'm hoping we can move on from this MacBook Pro
We're looking forward to the possibility that Apple's going to announce their brand new ARM powered 2021 MacBook Pro on Monday. There's a lot of the excitement, and we think it's due in part to what the outgoing MacBook Pro generation was missing. So let's look back at the last five years of MacBook to understand why we're so eagerly anticipating the new one.
Oct. 16, 2021, midnight
S1E21 - Damn, Apple.
It's what we've been waiting all this time for, the new MacBook Pro. Apple has returned what it's taken away and given us more than we were anticipating. So let's recap their announcement to see what's what.
Oct. 19, 2021, midnight
S1E22 - iPhone 13 Review - Is it good enough?
Incremental updates can add up over the years, which is why it can seem like there’s not much new with the latest iPhone 13. But there is in fact a lot that has improved. We took Apple’s latest mainstream phone to the beach to see what you’re getting for your money.
Oct. 30, 2021, midnight
S1E23 - MacBook Pro (2021) Review: should you get the cheapest one?
The new 2021 MacBook Pro is exactly what professionals have been waiting for. So what about the $2000 base model? We spent some time with it to get the MacBook Pro experience and see how it's M1 Pro processor stacks up.
Nov. 9, 2021, midnight
S1E24 - I tried using an iPad Mini as a phone.
The new iPad Mini is ever so slightly smaller than the old and it now supports 5G. So that's got people thinking about how awesome it would be to use it as a phone. Well, we put a SIM card in it to see what happens and how to make it work.
Nov. 13, 2021, midnight
S1E25 - I'm pleasantly surprised! - AirPods 3rd Generation Review
It’s very easy to be skeptical about the AirPods, and I was when Apple announced the third-generation models. But, all it took was to put them on to find out just what sets them apart from other headphones at the price. Because it's certainly a crowded market.
Nov. 25, 2021, midnight
S1E26 - Here's Why I wouldn’t Upgrade to This…
The new Apple Watch Series 7 is really nice. But when you add up the updates it starts to get hard to feign enthusiasm. But we take a look and see what we we’re getting with the new model and what that means for people who are looking to upgrade or buy.
Dec. 11, 2021, midnight