Kelly Guimont and Andrew Orr join Jeff Gamet to look at a new Web API that could make passwords obsolete, plus they share their thoughts on Apple landing a deal for Asimov’s Foundation series for Apple Music.
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Episodes
Companies Committing to User Privacy, Apple's R&D Efforts - TMO Daily Observations 2018-04-10
John Martellaro and Andrew Orr join Jeff Gamet to discuss the push to get tech companies on board with user security pledges, and to talk about Apple’s R&D efforts.
Predicting What We'll Get in Apple's New Mac Pro - TMO Daily Observations 2018-04-09
Dave Hamilton and John Martellaro join Jeff Gamet to explore why they think the Mac Pro in 2019 will be a departure from Apple’s current desktop computer design.
Apple's Latest Mac Pro News - TMO Daily Observations 2018-04-06
John Martellaro and Bryan Chaffin join Jeff Gamet to share their thoughts on Apple’s latest news about the upcoming Mac Pro, what they’re hoping for in the new machine, and what they think of its 2019 time table.
Facebook's Powerful Draw, Limiting Online Tracking - TMO Daily Observations 2018-04-05
Andrew Orr and John Martellaro join Jeff Gamet to discuss how Facebook works to hold our interest, and talk about ways to limit how much the social network tracks us.
Windows versus Mac Security, Listener Comments - TMO Daily Observations 2018-04-04
John Martellaro and Kelly Guimont join Jeff Gamet to look at the state of Windows 10 security versus macOS, plus they respond to listener comments on Jeff’s HomeKit fail.
Proprietary Mac Processors, HomeKit's Big Fail - TMO Daily Observations 2018-04-03
Bryan Chaffin and John Martellaro join Jeff Gamet to share their thoughts on the possibility of Apple designing its own Mac processors, plus Jeff explains how HomeKit failed for him.
Understanding DNS, Dave's Wi-Fi Mesh Router Update - TMO Daily Observations 2018-04-02
Dave Hamilton and Bryan Chaffin join Jeff Gamet to dive into DNS and Cloudflare’s new server, plus we get an update on the state of Wi-Fi Mesh routers.
Apple Profile Downloads, Business Chat Explained - TMO Daily Observations 2018-03-30
Andrew Orr and John Martellaro join Jeff Gamet to talk about Apple letting us download the data associated with our Apple ID, plus they take a look at Business Chat in Messages.
Jumping into Home Automation with Smart Lights - TMO Daily Observations 2018-03-29
Dave Hamilton and Andrew Orr join Jeff Gamet to talk about getting started with smart lights now that Dave has some Philips Hue bulbs. They also share some smart home automation tips.
Finding Apple's Place in Education - TMO Daily Observations 2018-03-27
Kelly Guimont and John Martellaro join Jeff Gamet to talk about Apple’s push into education, how the new iPad fits in, and why Logitech’s Crayon stylus works only with the new model.
Apple 'Let's take a field trip' Event Reactions - TMO Daily Observations 2018-03-27
Andrew Orr and Bryan Chaffin join Jeff Gamet to share their thoughts on Apple’s announcements at its “Let’s take a field trip” media event.
Apple TV Shows Coming Next Year, Jimmy Iovine Stepping Back from Apple Music - TMO Daily Observations 2018-03-26
Bryan Chaffin and Andrew Orr join Jeff Gamet to look at Apple’s time table for releasing its original TV shows, plus they talk about Jimmy Iovine reportedly scaling back his role in Apple Music.
Awesome Terminal Alternatives and Tips - TMO Daily Observations 2018-03-23
Andrew Orr and Dave Hamilton join Jeff Gamet to look at some cool alternatives to Apple’s Terminal app, plus they share some handy command line tools.
Facebook Privacy Tips and More - TMO Daily Observations 2018-03-22
Bryan Chaffin and Andrew Orr join Jeff Gamet to share some tips on managing your Facebook account and privacy settings.
John's Crazy Apple TV 4K Dolby Vision Adventure - TMO Daily Observations 2018-03-21
Kelly Guimont and John Martellaro join Jeff Gamet to talk about what it took to get 4K Dolby Vision working with John’s Apple TV and entertainment center, plus they look at the confusing options for streaming HD and 4K content.
Understanding Uber's Autonomous Car Fatality - TMO Daily Observations 2018-03-20
Dave Hamilton and John Martellaro join Jeff Gamet to look at the Uber self driving car fatality, people’s reactions, and how the government may respond.
Apple's microLED Plant, iPhone Hacking GrayKey - TMO Daily Observations 2018-03-19
John Martellaro and Bryan Chaffin join Jeff Gamet to talk about Apple’s microLED facility in California, plus iPhone security and the GrayKey hacking device.
Apple's 'Field Trip' Media Event, Waiting for the Mac Pro - TMO Daily Observations 2018-03-16
Andrew Orr and John Martellaro join Jeff Gamet to talk about what they think Apple may announce at its education-focused media event on March 27th, plus they discuss the ramifications of Apple holding the new Mac Pro release until 2019.
France vs Apple, Apple's Families Webpage - TMO Daily Observations 2018-03-15
Kelly Guimont and Andrew Orr join Jeff Gamet to share their thoughts on France accusing Apple and Google of screwing developers, plus what’s behind Apple’s decision to publish its new Families webpage.
Dave Hamilton On Location at SXSW 2018 - TMO Daily Observations 2018-03-14
Dave Hamilton joins Jeff Gamet from SXSW in Austin to talk about Eddy Cue, Apple’s stance of free speech, music streaming, Elon Musk, and more.
Apple's Texture Purchase, Google's Education Win - TMO Daily Observations 2018-03-13
Bryan Chaffin and John Martellaro join Jeff Gamet to look at why Apple bought Texture, plus they discuss Google’s rise in education at Apple’s expense.
HomePod Ad Focus, and the Crossplatform HomePod Argument - TMO Daily Observations 2018-03-12
John Martellaro and Bryan Chaffin join Jeff Gamet to to debate the value in Apple’s latest HomePod commercial directed my Spike Jonze along with whether or not HomePod should be opened up to other platforms. They also have a cathartic Daylight Saving Time rant.
Facebook's Tracking Secrets, Listener Comments - TMO Daily Observations 2018-03-09
Bryan Chaffin and John Martellaro join Jeff Gamet to talk about how Facebook is really tracking you, and they respond to listener comments on Jeff’s idea that it’s time to drop “Hey” from “Hey Siri.”