The Context Machine Podcast

Bryan Chaffin and Charlotte Henry discuss what seems like a blistering pace of new Apple products, even in the midst of a pandemic. Charlotte explains why she is so excited about the digital version of Apple’s World Wide Developer Conference (WWDC) coming in June, and they both look at the product they wish Apple would make.

Sources referenced in this episode:

• • Apple Context Machine Facebook Group – Facebook
  • Bryan’s Twitter
  • Bryan’s blog: GeekTells

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Bryan Chaffin is joined by John Kheit to look at a couple of contradictory things about Apple. The first is that there is no doubt that Apple under Tim Cook is more responsive to customers than it was under Steve Jobs. And yet, Apple still has some “let them eat cake” Marie Antoinette aspects about it, too.

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Sources referenced in this episode:

• • New Mac Pro and Pro XDR Display now Available

  • Apple Context Machine Facebook Group – Facebook
  • Bryan’s Twitter
  • Bryan’s blog: GeekTells

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John Martellaro joins Bryan Chaffin to discuss Apple’s recent roll when it comes to launching new products. They also talk about Apple TV+ and the other streaming video services, which are seeing a bit of a book thanks for shelter-in-place orders—including what it means for the future.

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Sources referenced in this episode:

• • Netflix Subscriptions Soar During Coronavirus Lockdown, Underlining its Dominance in The Streaming Wars

  • Apple Context Machine Facebook Group – Facebook
  • Bryan’s Twitter
  • Bryan’s blog: GeekTells

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Bryan Chaffin is joined by John Kheit to talk about Apple’s new iPad Pros, MacBook Airs, and Mac mini, plus the new Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro. They also discuss the potential for the ARM processor in Macs, and all the cursed goodness of the latest episode of Oak Island.

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Sources referenced in this episode:

• • Apple Announces New iPad Pro With LiDAR and Magic Keyboard

  • Mac Mini Updated With More Storage and Faster Speeds

  • Your Next Computer Might be an iPad Pro

  • OS, iPadOS 13.4 Arrives on March 24 With Trackpad Support

  • Refreshed MacBook Air 2020 Drops in Price to $999

  • The Curse of Oak Island – History
  • Apple Context Machine Facebook Group – Facebook
  • Bryan’s Twitter
  • Bryan’s blog: GeekTells

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Bryan Chaffin and John Kheit discuss the difference between artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, including the state of both today. They also talk about their new Macs— John got a new 28-core Mac Pro, while Bryan has a new iMac—and whether or not they like their new purchases. The cap the show by catching up on The Curse of Oak Island TV show on History.

SPONSOR: Molekule is a complete reinvention of the air purifier, not just an improvement on existing, outdated technology. Its PECO technology goes beyond HEPA filtration to not just capture but completely destroy the full spectrum of indoor air pollutants, including those 1000x smaller than a HEPA filter can trap. Molekule has already helped allergy & asthma sufferers around the country better cope with their conditions and significantly reduce their symptoms. Get 10% off your first air purifier order at the Molekule website with the special discount code ACM10.

Sources referenced in this episode:

• • How to extract and refine gold from old computer parts – YouTube Video on Reclaiming Gold from Computers
  • The Curse of Oak Island – History
  • Apple Context Machine Facebook Group – Facebook
  • Bryan’s Twitter
  • Bryan’s blog: GeekTells

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John Kheit joins Bryan Chaffin to discuss social media, mob rule, and the 1st Amendment. Yikes! They also talk about their hands-on experience with AirPods Pro and look at Apple’s content pricing and whether or not the company is likely to offer more bundles for its content (spoiler: no!).

SPONSOR: Molekule is a complete reinvention of the air purifier, not just an improvement on existing, outdated technology. Its PECO technology goes beyond HEPA filtration to not just capture but completely destroy the full spectrum of indoor air pollutants, including those 1000x smaller than a HEPA filter can trap. Molekule has already helped allergy & asthma sufferers around the country better cope with their conditions and significantly reduce their symptoms. Get 10% off your first air purifier order at the Molekule website with the special discount code ACM10.

Sources referenced in this episode:

• • Tim Cook Implies Free Year of Apple TV+ Promo Is Temporary
  • Apple Context Machine Facebook Group – Facebook
  • Bryan’s Twitter
  • Bryan’s blog: GeekTells

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Charlotte Henry joins Bryan Chaffin to talk about Apple TV+, Apple Originals, Apple’s role in the industry, the evolution of original streaming content, and a whole lot more—all in preparation for the November 1st launch of Apple TV+.

SPONSOR: Molekule is a complete reinvention of the air purifier, not just an improvement on existing, outdated technology. Its PECO technology goes beyond HEPA filtration to not just capture but completely destroy the full spectrum of indoor air pollutants, including those 1000x smaller than a HEPA filter can trap. Molekule has already helped allergy & asthma sufferers around the country better cope with their conditions and significantly reduce their symptoms. Get 10% off your first air purifier order at the Molekule website with the special discount code ACM10.

Sources referenced in this episode:

• • With Apple TV+ About to Launch, Apple Looks Ready For Its Media Moment
  • Apple Context Machine Facebook Group – Facebook
  • Bryan’s Twitter
  • Bryan’s blog: GeekTells

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Bryan Chaffin and Jeff Gamet reunite to discuss Apple’s new product announcements, including iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, Apple Watch Series 5, Apple’s trade-in program, midnight green, glass…it’s Bryan and Jeff, so of course they spin out of control on various and sundry side rails. Buckle up!

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Sources referenced in this episode:

• • Apple Watch Series 5: Always-On Display, Built-in Compass, More Finishes, Available for Preorder Now
  • Apple iPhone 11 Pro: 3 Cameras, More Battery, Super Retina Display
  • Apple iPhone 11: Improved Camera, Lower Price
  • Here are the iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro Camera Features
  • Apple iPhone 11 Pro: 3 Cameras, More Battery, Super Retina Display
  • BIGiDESIGN Ti Arto EDC Titanium Pen – Machined Raw
  • CW&T Pen Type-B – Brass
  • Kanex GoPower Watch – Amazon
  • Kanex GoPower Watch Plus – Amazon
  • Apple Context Machine Facebook Group – Facebook
  • Bryan’s Twitter
  • Bryan’s blog: GeekTells

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Bryan Chaffin is joined by John Kheit to talk about the Business Roundtable’s (and Apple’s) proposal to redefine corporate responsibility. They also discuss publisher/platform immunity and the ways in which Big Tech may lose that immunity.

Sources referenced in this episode:

• • 180 CEOs With Tim Cook Want to Redefine a Corporation’s Purpose
  • Apple Context Machine Facebook Group – Facebook
  • Bryan’s Twitter
  • Bryan’s blog: GeekTells

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Apple has posted plenty of “Shot on iPhone”: videos, but four new ASMR videos mark the first time where the content is more about the experience than it is about the device that made it. Bryan Chaffin is joined by guest-host Charlotte Henry to discuss it. They also talk about Samsun’s lame decision to pull an old ad from its YouTube channel that mocked an Apple move that Samsung is following today. So lame. They also look at Apple’s gargantuan effort to buy $24 billion of its own stock in just the June quarter.

Sources referenced in this episode:

• • 4 New ASMR Videos From Apple
  • Samsung Deletes Apple-Mocking Ads
  • Understanding Apple’s Record Stock Repurchase
  • Apple Context Machine Facebook Group – Facebook
  • Bryan’s Twitter
  • Bryan’s blog: GeekTells

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