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Tom and Jeff unpack the latest Apple event!

• New iPad Air and iPad Pro models: We're slicing through the details of the new iPad Air and iPad Pro models. Get the scoop on the M2 and M4 chips, color options, new display options, storage, and more.
• Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro & Apple Pencil Pro
• Apple Pencil Madness: Too many options? We're debating whether Apple's expanding Apple Pencil lineup is innovation or just plain confusing.
• We take a critical look at Apple’s decisions that keep existing iPad users from upgrading to these new accessories without purchasing a new iPad.
• What’s the future hold for the iPad that might justify all this power under the hood?
• How much is a top of the line iPad Pro with Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil Pro?

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Tom and Jeff are back at it:

• An updated review of Apple News—why Jeff's come around to being a fan of the service
• Taking another look at Apple's Journal app and how it compares to Day One
• Jeff shares his initial thoughts and gameplay tips on the MARVEL SNAP

Links from the show:

Apple News+
Journal app
Day One
Search Engine: How do you make an addictive video game?
MARVEL SNAP

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This episode looks into the US Department of Justice's lawsuit against Apple, exploring the claims of monopolistic behavior and its implications for the company and its customers. We also navigate the virtual realms of Apple's Vision Pro, discussing the scarcity of immersive content, why Apple hasn't provided more content, and what may be ahead as part of visionOS 2. Plus, Apple announces the dates for WWDC in June.

Links from the show:
MLB for visionOS strikes out on Opening Day
Apple's Immersive Video Problem
New Celsius 7 - Moon Patrol

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Tom had initially said he wouldn't, but he eventually gave in to temptation and bought an Apple Vision Pro to test it out. In the past several weeks, he has been using the headset to watch the Super Bowl, work in visionOS to create content for his newsletter and website, and engage in various work and entertainment environments.

From his experiences, Tom shares which accessories are necessary to fully utilize the Vision Pro, identifies the apps that he finds most useful, and discusses his strategy for interacting with his family while wearing the headset.

But after all that, did he keep it and should you consider buying one?

Links from the show:

Apple Vision Pro
Two Weeks With Apple Vision Pro
Apple Vision Pro return rate is about the same as the iPhone 15 Pro

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Join us in this episode as Tom reviews the Clicks Creator Keyboard for iPhone, highlighting its design, usability, and whether it's a worthy addition to your tech arsenal. We also discuss Apple's decision to end its car project, speculating on what this means for the company's future directions in technology.

Links from the show:

Clicks keyboard for iPhone
Threads Q&A on Clicks Keyboard
Apple Cancels Electric Car Project
Why Would Apple Make an Electric Car, Not a Driverless One?
Apple Revolutionized the Auto Industry Without Selling a Single Car
Apple has quietly tripled it’s testing of autonomous cars, records show
Apple to Wind Down Electric Car Effort After Decadelong Odyssey

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Gannon Nordberg joins us again for the 2024 Tips & Tricks Show! Over a dozen new tips & tricks for macOS, iOS, iPadOS, watchOS and more!

You can find Gannon’s work at levelonenerd.net - Simple tutorials to level up your Apple tech game, delivered straight to your inbox every 2 weeks for free. Go sign up for his newsletter!

Links from the show:

Use profiles in Safari on Mac
Turn off Listening History in Apple Music with a Focus Mode
Play music together in a car with SharePlay and Apple Music
Edit portraits on iPad
Make stickers from your photos on iPhone
Search in Messages on iPhone
Easily change photo aspect ratios
Change the color of links and highlights in Notes
See time spent in daylight
How to Automatically Change Your Apple Watch Face Based on Time or Location
Use the Smart Stack to show timely widgets on Apple Watch
Hazel for Mac

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Gannon Nordberg returns to the show and Jeff got his hands on the new Apple Vision Pro at the Danbury, CT Apple store! JB shares his first impressions on everything, from the initial setup experience to exploring the immersive scenes, navigating visionOS, using the Photos app, and excellent Spatial Audio performance. And answers the big question on everyone's mind - did he end up buying it?

You can find Gannon’s work at levelonenerd.net - Simple tutorials to level up your Apple tech game, delivered straight to your inbox every 2 weeks for free. Go sign up for his newsletter!

Links from the show:

Apple Vision Pro EPIC Review - Is This The Future?
Apple Vision Pro - Unboxing, Review and demos!
Apple Vision Pro REVIEW: Pros and Cons
Using Apple Vision Pro: What It’s Actually Like!
Apple Vision Pro review: magic, until it’s not

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