The Rebound

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287: A Maritime Podcast Apr 30, 2020

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In this week's episode, Lex makes a startling admission, Moltz finally has a new phone and Dan conducts some risky business.

In iOS 13.5, Apple has fixed group FaceTime a little, made it easier to unlock while wearing a facemask and included Coronovirus exposure notification.

The second generation iPhone SE lacks haptic actions on the lock screen.

Google meet will soon be free to anyone with a Gmail account.

Moltz recommends iFlicks for transcoding video files, particularly if you have a Mac with a T2 chip.

Dan recommends Streamlabs OBS for streaming video.

Lex recommends Mario Maker 2 and the romcom "About Time" which is on Netflix now.

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286: He’s a Real Fixer-Upper Apr 22, 2020

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Dan has a new keyboard, Moltz’s long wait will soon be over and Lex had the media streaming power inside him all along.

Welcome, 2020 iPhone SE.

Dan tries out the Logitech Combo Touch keyboard.

Rumors of a 23-inch iMac on the way as well as a new 11-inch iPad.

John Gruber’s review of the iPad Magic Keyboard.

Federico Viticci’s review of the iPad Magic Keyboard.

Something about this joke tweet doesn't line up.

285: I Become the Rotary Dial Apr 15, 2020

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Moltz makes a purchase but not the one you think. Dan is surrounded by speakers and Lex actually knows our advertiser!

Of course we recorded before the new iPhone SE was announced. OF COURSE WE DID.

Mark Gurman says a small HomePod is comning.

The HomePod now runs tvOS which Dan doesn't like.

Dan has some free short stories for you to read.

You can now get refurbished Mac Pros.

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284: Google Meat Apr 08, 2020

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Dan can't draw, Moltz still doesn't have a new phone and Lex doesn't care about web camera quality.

Apple actually shipped face shields before it shipped Moltz a new phone. Typical.

You can now get Pcalc merch in Animal Crossing.

The controller for the upcoming PS5 is very cool.

Moltz says anyone can draw Hitler. Here he proves it.

Laptop webcams are kind of terrible.

There's a new version of Linea out.

Paper is another drawing app the hosts use.

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283: I’m Just a Regular Steve Martin Apr 01, 2020

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Moltz is still waiting for a new phone, Dan is drinking and Lex is getting sassy. These and other ways to pass the time at home.

Is the iPhone 9 just around the corner?

The Boer War Moltz refers to is more accurately the Second Boer War.

Zoom is a security nightmare.

Houseparty is another option for iOS video conferencing.

Apple has acquired Dark Sky.

Moltz has been playing Lords of Waterdeep online with friends.

Lex is enjoying The Circle on Netflix.

Use Your Words is another fun game for while we’re all locked up.

Dan enjoys Sea of Thieves.

Moltz’s son likes the new Animal Crossing for the Switch. Dan's wife is not sure.

The classic Star Wars podracer game is coming for the Switch and PS4.

Can You Pet The Dog asks “Can you pet the dog?” in various video games.

282: A Stack of Old Laptops Mar 26, 2020

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There's a new iPad in town and it's going to have a craaazy new keyboard.

And how about that cursor?

Dan's isolation has driven him to perform mad experiments, such as reviving his old G3.

Google podcasts is now available for iOS.

If you're having trouble getting timely deliveries from Amazon, the Wirecutter has a list of other places you can turn to,

Our thanks to Kensington, the people who make universal docking stations that are designed to increase productivity. Get access to more ports and make your laptop as powerful as a desktop with HDMI and display link video connectors plus USB 3.0, USB C, and Thunderbolt 3. Visit kensington.com/rebound right now to check out Kensington!

281: Remember Restaurants? Mar 18, 2020

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This week we have some ideas on how to amuse yourself while under quarantine and then we get to some Apple news later.

Kanopy is a movie streaming service that you only need a library card to use.

Speaking of which, Libby is an ebook reading app for public library users.

Hoopla is the audio book listening equivalent.

Lex is looking forward to the Remarkable 2 e-reader.

Screen Pass will let you share movies in your Movies Anywhere library.

Universal is taking some of their in-theater releases to digital release.

Odroid is like a hand-held RetroPie.

Apple has closed its stores outside of China.

WWDC will be all online this year.

New iPad models were spotted in a Chinese user manual.

280: I Am the Networking Wizard Mar 11, 2020

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The coronavirus is canceling everything except iOS 14 leaks.

Santa Clara county has declared a local health emergency.

An Apple employee at the company's Cork facility tested positive for the virus.

Lots of leaks about iOS 14 features including a list view for the home screen and accessibility features.

Apple has patented a design for a foldable device.

NetNewsWire for iOS has been released.

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279: The Luke Skywalker Mar 05, 2020

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Dan, Lex and John discuss the coronavirus, WWDC, sketchy rumors, hoarding and Apple not making the things we want.

Here's your one-stop place to find out, "Is it canceled yet?"

Jason Snell on what might happen if Apple cancels WWDC.

Tot is a new app from the Iconfactory.

There are some rumors of a new iMac and Mac mini.

Moltz enjoyed Stellar Commanders.

He's also been playing Outlanders and Crossy Road Castle.

Dan and Lex tried Two Spies but it didn't stick

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278: Does That Performa Spark Joy? Feb 27, 2020

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Eeros now support HomeKit.

Does the over-the-air recovery feature in the iOS beta mean a portless iPhone might be coming?

Ming-Chi Kuo says ARM Macs are coming in 2021.

John Gruber has thoughts on that.

The Mac Pro's wheels have no brakes. That's fun.