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Countdown to excitement! Every week Christina Warren, Brianna Wu and Simone de Rochefort had accelerated geek conversation. Tech, comics, movies, games and books, no galaxy is off limits! Hosted by Christina Warren, Brianna Wu, and Simone De Rochefort.

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460: We are so (not) back Oct 19, 2023

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This week we're discussing the highs and lows of Apple rumors: WHERE ARE THE NEW IPADS? And what exactly is the new Apple Pencil's role in the line-up? Then, Brianna finally has a chance to talk about her impressions of her new iPhone 15 Pro Max!

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The Apple Pencil lineup is finally as confusing as the iPad lineup - 9to5Mac

So Apple did release a new iPad — but it's not that exciting | Mashable

Cheaper New Entry-Level Apple Pencil Gets USB-C, Cuts Pressure Sensitivity - CNET

Apple Pencil joins the iPad confusion zone - The Verge

What to expect amid the bevy of conflicting iPad rumors | Ars Technica

Apple iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max review: A17 Pro, 5x telephoto, and titanium - The Verge

The Action Button is the most significant new iPhone feature in years - The Verge

459: Caroline Takes a Stand Oct 12, 2023

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The FTX trial continues, with Caroline Ellison taking the stand. Then, new PS5 drops this year… and it’s modular!

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SBF Trial Live: Caroline Ellison, Ex-Alameda CEO, Takes the Stand

Is Sam Bankman-Fried’s defense even trying to win? - The Verge

Sam Bankman-Fried was a terrible boyfriend - The Verge

Was Sam Bankman-Fried’s bean bag chair a lie too? - The Verge

Sony’s new PS5 with a removable disc drive launches in November - The Verge

PS5 slim announced with add-on Blu-ray drive and price increase - Polygon

The beginning of the end of physical media featuring Christina "film_girl" Warren (Changelog & Friends #16) |> Changelog

458: Scamset Mindset Grindset Oct 05, 2023

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Rocket Christmas continues because we've got the trial of Sam Bankman-Fried kicking off, along with the release of Michael Lewis' new book on the rise and fall of SBF and FTX. The 15 is better than the iPhone 11.

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FTX’s Sam Bankman-Fried is on trial for fraud and conspiracy - The Verge

The FTX trial is bigger than Sam Bankman-Fried - The Verge

Jury sees FTX ads with Tom Brady, Larry David, as fraud case is rolled out against Sam Bankman-Fried | AP News

What to know as Sam Bankman-Fried's blockbuster trial kicks off : NPR

Crypto Fraud Trial: Sam Bankman-Fried’s Crypto Empire Was ‘Built on Lies,’ Prosecutor Says - The New York Times

Takeaways From a New Book on Sam Bankman-Fried - The New York Times

The insider: how Michael Lewis got a backstage pass for the fall of Sam Bankman-Fried | Books | The Guardian

Apple iPhone 15 Review: The iPhone That's the Worth Upgrade

Apple iPhone 15 and 15 Plus review: Dynamic Island, 48 megapixels, and new colors - The Verge

iPhone 15 Pro Max Camera Review: Depth and Reach

457: Fireside Chat Sep 28, 2023

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Everyone is falling apart this week, so we’re breaking out the EMERGENCY EPISODE! Simone and Brianna had a fireside chat, about life and all that. What’s in it? We can’t remember! Plus, Simone gives a little preview of her experience setting up the iPhone 15. But that’s not really why you’re here, is it?

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456: Unredacted Christmas Sep 21, 2023

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We’re in hog heaven, because someone accidentally uploaded an unredacted PDF of Microsoft documents as part of the FTC V. Microsoft case. Let’s talk about Microsoft’s theoretical plans for the future of Xbox and… buying Nintendo? Then, iPhone 15 reviews are out! Simone is finally, actually going to upgrade. Get ready. Then, Brianna discusses how she’s being wooed by Leica cameras — and what it takes to make it a lifestyle.

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Unprecedented Microsoft leak reveals plans for new Xbox systems

Microsoft board supported buying Nintendo, leaked email says

Baldur’s Gate 3 dubbed ‘second-run Stadia PC RPG’ by Xbox - Polygon

Big Xbox document leak is a peek into the secretive games industry - Polygon

Xbox boss Phil Spencer really wanted to buy Nintendo in 2020 - Polygon

California court says Microsoft leak was Microsoft’s fault - Polygon

Microsoft’s next Xbox, coming 2028, envisions hybrid computing - The Verge

Apple iPhone 15 and 15 Plus review: Dynamic Island, 48 megapixels, and new colors - The Verge

Apple iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus Review: It’s OK Not to Love Your Phone | WIRED

Leica Q3 Review: Pricey but Worth It | WIRED

455: Booster Sep 14, 2023

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It’s Apple Week! Christina and Bri break-down the latest from the iPhone 15 event, covering the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Pro, USB-C, the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Series Ultra 2. They also briefly discuss the drama happening at Unity and talk about a Bloomberg article on the rise and fall of FaZE Clan.

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Apple’s USB-C AirPods Pro will support lossless audio with the Vision Pro - The Verge

Apple’s first ‘carbon neutral’ products are a red herring - The Verge

Unity's new fees leave game developers fuming

Why Unity's New Install Fees Are Spurring Massive Backlash Among Game Developers - IGN

Unity plan pricing and packaging updates | Unity Blog

FaZe Clan Went From Cool Kids to Penny Stock; Now Its CEO Is Out - Bloomberg

454: Exposed Information Sep 07, 2023

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This episode things are getting heated. Larian Studio is patching a bug that made companions in Baldur’s Gate 3 a little too eager to jump into bed with the player. Then, an unnamed chastity cage manufacturer has a massive… data leak. It’s finally bad! Finally, Burning Man attendees are leaving the desert after a weekend trapped in the mud.

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Baldur’s Gate 3 will defy everyone’s wishes, make characters less horny - The Verge

It's Official: Baldur's Gate 3 Companions Are Too Randy Because Of A Bug

Maker of ‘smart’ chastity cage left users’ emails, passwords, and locations exposed | TechCrunch

Hacker exploits smart chastity belt bug to hold penises hostage

Burning Man's Fyre Fest Moment Is Coming to a Close

The Burning Man Fiasco Is the Ultimate Tech Culture Clash | WIRED

Burning Man 2023 Ebola, Weather Fake News Spread as Festival Ends

453: DEATH TO GOLD Sep 01, 2023

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The September Apple event is coming up, and we’re talking rumors — from USB-C ports on every (?) phone, to the DEATH OF THE GOLD COLORWAY… RIP. Plus, will there be a new button on the Pro and Pro Max? Or should I say, the Ultra? Then, an Insider piece asks if social sharing, like the gold iPhone, is dead. We certainly have thoughts about the rise of Discord and the DMs for chatting.

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Apple’s September iPhone event: how to watch and what to expect - The Verge

Base iPhone 15 models could come with the Dynamic Island - The Verge

Social Media Decline: Ending for Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok

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452: Nu Wii U Aug 24, 2023

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Sony finally reveals its new Playstation Portal device, and it’s exactly as underwhelming as everyone suspected it would be. Then, Apple supports California’s latest Right to Repair bill — but to what end? Then, Fyre Festival 2 is happening somewhere in the Carribbean. And if you’re one of the lucky 100 who bought tickets, boy do we want to hear from you!

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Sony PlayStation Portal streaming handheld price announced - Polygon

PlayStation’s first Remote Play dedicated device, PlayStation Portal remote player, to launch later this year at $199.99 – PlayStation.Blog

Sony’s portable PlayStation Portal launches later this year for $199.99 - The Verge

Apple now supports California’s right-to-repair bill after lobbying against it - The Verge

Fyre Festival 2, anyone? Billy McFarland says tickets have sold out. - The Washington Post

Fyre Festival 2 tickets are now on sale -- and selling out -- according to embattled founder Billy McFarland | CNN

Fyre Festival II Tickets Are on Sale, Says Billy McFarland – Rolling Stone

How to Be Yourself? – Caroline Calloway, Tara Isabella Burton, and Katherine Dee on Online Self-Creation – SuperSalon - Interintellect

Relay FM 10th Anniversary Extravaganza - Hackney Empire

451: Call Us, SBF! Aug 17, 2023

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Prolific YouTube hardware channel Linus Tech Tips is going on a week’s pause after a controversy surrounding the review of a cooling prototype — and more. Then, it’s the 25th anniversary of the iMac. Yes, you can scream about it. Finally, justice may finally be served in the world of scammy printer money-making tactics.

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Sam Bankman-Fried Sent to Jail After Judge Revokes Bail - The New York Times

HW News - Linus Tech Tips' Terrible Response, ESMC, & Starfield x AMD GPUs - YouTube

The Problem with Linus Tech Tips: Accuracy, Ethics, & Responsibility - YouTube

The recent criticism of Linus Tech Tips, explained | PC Gamer

Linus Tech Tips pauses production as controversy swirls - The Verge

In a world full of laptops, is there a place for the iMac? - The Verge

From Apple’s first iMac G3 to the iMac with M1: a visual history - The Verge

How the iMac saved Apple - The Verge

Judge Rules HP Must Face Lawsuit Over Disabled Printers

HP Plus: an exciting new way to DRM your inkjet printer! - The Verge

Canon is getting away with printers that won’t scan sans ink — but HP might pay - The Verge

Canon printers now think Canon’s own toner is fake - The Verge

Lawsuit claiming HP all-in-one printers are defective can proceed | Reuters

Hey, did you know inkjet cartridges are region-locked? - The Verge

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