Primary Technology

By: Stephen Robles and Jason Aten
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  • 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.
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  • iPhone 16e Launched: Here’s What's Missing, Humane Ai Pin is Dead, Apple’s New C1 is a Big Deal

    iPhone 16e Launched: Here’s What's Missing, Humane Ai Pin is Dead, Apple’s New C1 is a Big Deal
    Feb 20 2025
    Apple officially launched their new “budget” iPhone 16e with a first-party C1 cellular modem. We go through all the details and what it’s missing compared to other models, Humane Ai Pin is officially dead and is bricking all its devices, and we explore Netflix X Apple TV bug that was actually a feature.Sponsored by: Bento|CraftMake Apple style bento graphics easily with Bento|Craft! Use code PRIMARYTECHBOGO to receive 2 months of unlimited exports for the price of one! Redeem in-app, and support a developer who’s part of the Primary Tech community. Learn more at: thatvirtualboy.com/bentocraftWatch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: youtube.com/@primarytechshowJoin the CommunityDiscuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on ThreadsStephen on BlueskyStephen on Mastodon@stephenrobles on XJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on BlueskyJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and SpotifyPodcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fmLinks from the show'Severance' Becomes Apple TV+'s #1 Series With Season 2 LaunchiPhone 16e - AppleIntroducing iPhone 16e - February 19 - YouTubeiPhone 12 & AT&T 5G+ TESTED! What Speeds Can You Get?! - YouTubeApple Just Killed Off 1 of Its Most Iconic iPhone FeaturesQualcomm and Apple agree to drop all litigation - AppleHP $116 Million Deal for Humane Includes IP But No Ai Pin Device - BloombergIn an Email to Customers, Humane Just Delivered a Brutal Lesson in FailureNetflix confirms it didn't mean to support that Apple TV feature everyone has wanted for years - 9to5MacAnalog Premium Starter Kit (Maple) - UgmonkNotebooks - LEUCHTTURM1917 (00:00) - Intro(02:47) - Old PowerBook(03:32) - Old Mac, iPhones(05:45) - Severance Overtakes Ted Lasso(08:53) - iPhone 16e Feature Rundown(19:10) - iPhone 16e vs Other Models(23:07) - Apple's C1 Modem(33:21) - Sponsor: Bento|Craft(36:53) - Humane Ai Pin is Dead(50:09) - Netflix + Apple TV "Glitch"(58:07) - The Analog System ★ Support this podcast ★
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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Apple’s Privacy Battle with UK, TV+ App on Android, OpenAI’s GPT-5 and Beyond

    Apple’s Privacy Battle with UK, TV+ App on Android, OpenAI’s GPT-5 and Beyond
    Feb 13 2025
    Apple launches a native TV+ app on Android and why they should bring more first party apps to the platform, OpenAI’s plans for GPT-5 and future models, Apple's privacy battles in the UK, and what’s on our desktops?Sponsored by:HelloFresh: Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free high protein item for life when you go to: hellofresh.com/primary10fmWatch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: https://youtu.be/80z0R7nk7RMJoin the CommunityDiscuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on ThreadsStephen on BlueskyStephen on Mastodon@stephenrobles on XJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on BlueskyJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and SpotifyPodcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fmLinks from the showFox's Most Divisive Super Bowl Decision Made Everyone MadJason Snell: "This is a good scorebug, I think. Ultra clear. Ye…" - The IncomparableDaring Fireball: Fox’s New Scorebug Graphic Design, and Our Innate Resistance to ChangeSuper Bowl Style: Tom Brady's $740,000 Watch, Travis Kelce's SuitNBA App on  Vision ProInside OpenAI’s $14 million Super Bowl debut | The VergeOpenAI Just Pulled Off the Biggest Super Bowl Upset of AllOpenAI lays out plans for GPT-5 | The VergeIntroducing deep research | OpenAIScarlett Johansson calls for anti deepfake laws after AI video goes viral | The VergeThe Apple TV app is now available on Android - AppleAndroid Apps by Apple on Google PlayJames Cridland on Apple Podcast app on AndroidAbout migrating Apple Account purchases between accounts - Apple SupportNew holistic Apple Health Study launches today in the Research app - AppleApple Research on the App StoreFive ways Powerbeats Pro 2 beat out AirPods Pro 2, plus two losses - 9to5MacApple's Commitment to Privacy Faces Its Biggest Challenge Yet In the UKUS Lawmakers Urge Intelligence Chief to Fight UK iCloud Backdoor Order - MacRumorsAqara's New Matter/Thread Switches Arrive in the US (00:00) - Intro(03:58) - Old Tech(05:23) - Super Bowl Score Bug(08:53) - NBA In  Vision Pro(10:50) - OpenAI Super Bowl Ad(15:39) - ChatGPT-5 and Beyond(23:11) - Scarlett Johannson Deepfake(26:01) - Apple TV App on Android(35:25) - Merging Apple Accounts(37:43) - Apple Research Health Study(40:48) - Sponsor: HelloFresh(43:23) - Powerbeats Pro 2(45:19) - UK vs Apple Privacy Issue(01:03:48) - New Aqara Thread Switches(01:06:13) - What's On Our Desktops ★ Support this podcast ★
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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • ‘Hot Tub’ Explicit iPhone App Hits EU, Apple's New Invites App, Sonos Making a Streaming Box

    ‘Hot Tub’ Explicit iPhone App Hits EU, Apple's New Invites App, Sonos Making a Streaming Box
    Feb 6 2025
    Apple released a new “Invites” app for iPhone, Sonos rumored to release a streaming box amidst layoffs, and we discuss the controversial 'Hot Tub' explicit app making waves on AltStore in the E.U.Sponsored by:1Password: 1Password Extended Access Management is the first security solution that brings all those unmanaged devices, apps, and identities under your control. Learn more at: 1password.com/primarytechWatch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: https://youtu.be/W7k9Li7an6MJoin the DiscussionComment directly on this week's post in our our Primary Tech Community and share photos of your old tech here! https://social.primarytech.fm/c/episodes/hot-tub-explicit-iphone-app-hits-eu-apple-s-new-invites-app-sonos-making-a-streaming-boxSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on ThreadsStephen on BlueskyStephen on Mastodon@stephenrobles on XJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on BlueskyJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and SpotifyPodcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fmLinks from the showNEW Apple Invites App - Everything You Need to Know - YouTubeIntroducing Apple Invites, a new app that brings people together - AppleAfter a bruising year, Sonos readies its next big thing: a streaming box | The VergeSonos Lays Off 200 Employees After App Failure - MacRumorsGoogle Is About to Cut Employees Again, and It Just Did the 1 Thing Every Company Should DoChatGPT drops its sign-in requirement for search | The VergeAltStore X Post about Hot TubApple responds after being forced to approve porn app on EU iPhones due to DMA [U] - 9to5MacDaring Fireball: ‘Hot Tub’, a Hardcore Porn App for iOS, Hits AltStore in the E.U.Apple Now Has More Than 2.35 Billion Active Devices Worldwide - MacRumorsApple’s reports record revenue for Q1 2025 (with charts) – Six ColorsApple Just Had Its 'Biggest Quarter Ever,' But There’s 1 Number It Doesn’t Want to Talk AboutTimeline apps are here: Tapestry, Reeder, and a new way to read feeds | The VergeAmazon announces February product event | The VergeExclusive | OpenAI Set to Make Super Bowl Ad Debut - WSJHow to watch Super Bowl 2025 for free: Chiefs vs. Eagles on Sunday, February 9Mac Mini M4 Stand and Hub with SSD Enclosure | Satechi - Apple and PC AccessoriesSoutien Ergonomic Office Chair C5 | Flexispot (00:00) - Intro(03:03) - Old Tech(04:29) - Apple Cinema Display(05:15) - Mac Cube(07:34) - Apple Invites App(24:11) - Sonos Stream Box(30:15) - Google Layoffs(32:38) - ChatGPT Search Opens(35:47) - Sponsor: 1Password(37:49) - Hot Tub Explicit App(50:40) - Apple's Moral Imperative(55:40) - Apple Q1 Earnings(01:01:47) - Amazon AI Event(01:02:34) - Streaming Super Bowl(01:05:43) - Mac mini M4 hub ★ Support this podcast ★
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    1 hr and 11 mins

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