Downtime

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381: New name, same us Feb 01, 2021

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Sebastien and Cody officially announce the rebranding of the podcast to Downtime, and explain how the change came about. They also get in their regular tech discussions with headlines involving Apple earnings, GameStop fever and more.

iPhone 13 could double the storage, with a new 1TB tier limited to Pro models

How to automate Apple Watch face changes based on time or location

Apple reports Q1 2021 revenue of $111.4 billion

r/wallstreetbets

Bybymax77 on Twitter asks:

Living in France, but speaking English, I don’t get why Apple does not make it possible to grant me access to services I’d be happy to pay for. Too many services are US only, and for an international company, I find it a little disrespectful. What’s your take on that ?
When I ask my HomePod to play music, it launches my Apple TV. Any idea why?

What we’ve been watching:

The little things on HBO Max
Homeland seasons 6-8 on Hulu
30 minutes or less on Netflix

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380: The screen queen Jan 25, 2021

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Cody and Sebastien dive into the recent MacBook rumors and talk about everything from SD card slots to built-in cellular chips. The pair also discuss Sebastien’s recent Apple TV problems and Cody’s love for bigger displays. Finally, they both wonder how much Cody should charge for his OnlyFans account.

How a $30 cable fixed my Apple TV 4K issues

A MacBook Air redesign with MagSafe and next-gen M1 chip is in the works

thinner and lighter version of the MacBook Air
MagSafe
next-generation version of the company’s in-house Mac processors
Apple has discussed making the laptop smaller by shrinking the border around the screen, which will remain 13-inches
destined to be a higher-end version of the current MacBook Air
planned to be released during the second half of this year at the earliest or in 2022

Apple is reportedly considering a larger 15-inch MacBook Air

The company considered building a larger version of the MacBook Air with a 15-inch screen, but Apple isn’t moving forward with this for the next generation

The next MacBook Pro may bring back an SD card slot to appease Apple’s pro user base

Apple is bringing Face ID and integrated cellular support to the Mac platform

What we’ve been watching:

Vikings on Prime Video
Letterkenny on Hulu
Wonder Woman on HBO Max
Servant on Apple TV+

Send us questions, comments, and feedback:

Follow @SebastienPage and @melvco on Twitter
Send a tweet to @LTiOS_fm
Send an email to podcast@idownloadblog.com

379: The last Mac standing Jan 18, 2021

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Sebastien and Cody discuss the latest round of Mac rumors and debate the merits of a premium podcast service. They also talk Touch ID and Sebastien’s experience with a HomeKit doorbell.

Apple is reportedly developing a podcasting subscription service

Apple is reportedly working on a cheaper external monitor, new Mac Pro models, and redesigned iMac

Apple is reportedly testing in-screen Touch ID for 2021 iPhone, developing foldable iPhone prototypes, and AirTags may launch this year

Review: The Logitech Circle View Doorbell features great hardware only limited by HomeKit

What we’ve been watching:

King of Staten Island on HBO Max
The Night Manager on Prime Video
Underwater on HBO Max
Fatman on Amazon Prime
Lovebirds on HBO Max

Make sure to follow your hosts on Twitter: @SebastienPage, and @melvco. Send a tweet to @LTiOS_fm or send an email to podcast@idownloadblog.com if you'd like your question to be answered at the end of next week's podcast.

378: Alive and well Jan 11, 2021

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Sebastien and Cody discuss the upcoming changes to the podcast, the latest rumors on Apple’s AR glasses, and the ongoing chatter surrounding Project Titan. The hosts also settle the score on their recent Spotify bets and talk about the potential impact of Tile beating Apple to the punch with ultra wideband trackers.

Changes are coming to the Let’s Talk iOS podcast and we want to hear from you

Name suggestions:

Downtime
Side Tracked
Sidebar
Unplugged
Split View

iPhone 12 with MagSafe may cause issues with pacemakers according to medical study

Apple has reportedly entered the second phase of development for prototype AR glasses

Tile set to launch a new tracker with ultra wideband and AR support

Apple is still working on its self-driving car, but it’s still ‘half a decade away’ at least

377: A solution in search of a problem Jan 04, 2021

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Sebastien and Cody discuss the latest tech headlines including rumors of a foldable iPhone and the recently discovered Apple patent application on customizable keyboards. They also talk about Sebastien’s latest tech purchase and Cody’s incredible hidden talent.

Apple is researching reconfigurable Mac keyboards

AirPods Pro 2 may come in two sizes

A pair of foldable iPhone prototypes have allegedly passed internal durability tests

AirTags revealed in 3D animation that may be used when pairing the tracking device

Kuo expects Apple to launch AirTags, a new augmented reality device, new AirPods, and much more in 2021

Sonos Move

What we’ve been watching:

American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story on Prime Video

Make sure to follow your hosts on Twitter: @SebastienPage, and @melvco. Send a tweet to @LTiOS_fm if you'd like your question to be answered at the end of next week's podcast. Be sure to share your thoughts, comments, and suggestions below. Talk to you next week!

376: Stop me if you’ve heard this before Dec 28, 2020

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Sebastien and Cody run through the top tech headlines from the past week including Apple Car rumors and talk of a new Apple TV. The pair also discusses China, Tesla and a certain tech CEO’s need for attention. You don’t want to miss this one!

Apple has temporarily closed nearly 100 stores during the holiday season peak

Apple TV+ comedy series ‘Ted Lasso’ may end with three seasons

A new Apple TV with a ‘stronger gaming focus’, new processor, and an updated remote once again rumored for 2021

Elon Musk says he reached out to Tim Cook to try and get Apple to acquire Tesla

Apple has removed nearly 100,000 iPhone and iPad games from its digital store in China

Apple’s new prompt for when apps want to track user activity appears in iOS 14.4 beta

Tesla is working on adding support for Apple Music

The ‘Shield Case’ from Waterfield Designs features magnets and full protection for the AirPods Max

375: Podcast Sesh Dec 21, 2020

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Sebastien and Cody prepare for the holidays by talking, Fitness+ first impressions, and the products and services (Instagram clone!) they’d like to see from Apple in 2021. The pair also discusses HomePod mini troubles, AirPods tips, and their favorite TV shows of late.

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Fitness+

Comply Foam Apple AirPods Pro 2.0 Earbud Tips

What we’ve been watching:

Tenet on iTunes
The Outsider on HBO
The Night Of on HBO

Apple cans and can’ts Dec 14, 2020

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Sebastien and Cody talk about all things AirPods Max, debating everything from design to price tag. The pair also discusses the launch of Fitness+ and what it means for Apple’s future, and they go over their recently watched movies and TV shows.

AirPods Max initial impressions

Fitness+ launches today

Favorites of 2020 Dec 07, 2020

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With the year winding down, Sebastien and Cody discuss their favorite things of 2020 including Apple releases, rumors, TV shows, food and more.

The Return Man Nov 30, 2020

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Has Sebastien finally settled on an iPhone 12 model? Is Cody eyeing any big Black Friday purchases? The pair discusses these topics, home theater setups and more in this week’s episode.

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