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Welcome to Episode 134 of the snobOS Podcast! The Lowdown: We talk iOS 14.7.1 update , iOS 15 to consider weather when suggesting driving routes, and recent patent grant points to in-screen Touch ID possibly coming to future iPhones. 2nd String: We talk Instagram launching new features to tighten security around teen users, FAA rolls out new mandatory test for drone pilots, and Fintech startup Lan...

The Lowdown: Twitter Testing “dislike” button for iOS. Apple releases macOS 11.5, iOS/iPadOS 14.7. Issues with Apple Watch Unlock after iOS 14.7 update.  2nd String: Clubhouse no longer invite-only as 10 million people are waiting to get in. Ayinde Alokoye drops NEDL ‘live radio’ platform for Black creatives.  For the Culture: Too Little, Too Late? Rep. leaders now calling for people to...

Welcome to Episode 132 of the snobOS Podcast! The Lowdown: We talk Apple releases MagSafe battery pack for iPhone, possible “Buy now, pay later” Apple Card program , and iPhone users can now change who can reply their old tweets. 2nd String: We talk Google testing ask for photos feature and billionaire space race . For The Culture: We talk Da Baby was he teaching valuable lessons on greed, or emba...

The Lowdown: Apple releases iOS/iPadOS 15, watchOS 8 & macOS Monterey public betas. Things to consider before you join a public beta. Apple requires employee to wear body cams? 2nd String: GitHub wants to read developers minds. Microchip manicures? Windows 11 preview. For the Culture: Keith Sweat #Verzuz Bobby Brown. ‘Pill Cosby’ released from prison.  The Hookup: How to use Quicktime to...

Welcome to Episode 130 of the snobOS Podcast! The Lowdown: We talk iOS 15 to bring better photo printing , Apple launches Podcast Subscriptions , and possible new Mac release timeframe. 2nd String: We talk Amazon Prime Day(s) pickup, Verizon is dishing out vaccinated deals , Voila app photo data privacy policy . For The Culture: We talk Chrissy Tiegen old Twitter comments comeback to light. The Ho...

The WWDC Lowdown on: * iOS15 * iPadOS 15 * watchOS 8 * macOS Monterey * Mail * iCloud+ * Health * AirPods * HomeKit * Developer Tech Go to website for show notes/links

Welcome to Episode 128 of the snobOS Podcast! The Lowdown: We talk Apple Card outage , iOS 14.6 causing excessive battery drains with some users, AirTags not designed to recover stolen items, and Apple to open more retail stores. 2nd String: We talk Dogecoin value improves with Coinbase support and Trump blog fails . For The Culture: We talk Bonnet wars. Be sure to Listen, rate, review and share o...

Welcome to Episode 126 of the snobOS Podcast! The Lowdown: We talk possible Apple release of Beats Studio Buds , Apple to add Hi-Fi music to streaming Library, and 96% of iOS users are opting out of tracking . 2nd String: We talk Google smartphone camera to better predict darker skin and Google to release “ quick delete ” button for your search history. For The Culture: We talk Bill and Melinda Ga...

The Lowdown: Apple AirTag - Everything You Need to Know. Apple Developer Academy expands to Detroit and Korea. ‘Authenticator’ - 2FA app for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch. New MacBook Air renders to possibly get colorful and new look.  2nd String: Twitter Tip Jar rolls out to select users. LG to close its mobile phone doors. T-Pain and Mark Zuckerburg workshop better DM features on IG Li...

Welcome to Episode 124 of the snobOS Podcast! The Lowdown: We talk time to update your Apple devices… again, AirTags can’t be added to Family Sharing , and Apple and Epic goes court . 2nd String: We talk Facebook has resorted to “threats” in order to get your data, Sotheby’s to accept crypto for Banksy artwork auction, Twitter’s Clubhouse competitor, Spaces , opens up to anyone with 600+ followers...

Welcome to Episode 123 of the snobOS Podcast! The Lowdown: iOS 14.5 drops with notable features. Why you won’t see App Tracking prompts immediately. Next-gen Apple Silicon ‘M2’ chip reportedly enters production.  2nd String: 2nd String: Uber adds vaccine booking, car rental delivery in new product push. Netflix launches its shuffle feature , now called ‘Play Something,’ to users worldwide. Mi...

Welcome to Episode 122 of the snobOS Podcast! The Lowdown: We talk Apple ‘Spring Loaded’ Event Recap including Purple iPhone 12 , Apple Podcasts Subscriptions , Air Tag , Apple TV 4K , M1 iMac , and M1 iPad Pro . 2nd String: We talk Cadillac’s new Lyriq EV, Samsung let’s users “upcycle” Galaxy phones as smart devices, Seattle Whole Foods to get Amazon palm reader payment system, and Instagram’ s n...

Welcome to Episode 121 of the snobOS Podcast! The Lowdown: Apple’s Spring Loaded event announced. iPhone 13 parts leak reveals a design change . Apple Watch to help predict COVID . Proposed bill would stop Apple from acquiring companies . 2nd String: Another 500 million user data breach - LinkedIn this time. Google rolling out distraction-resisting Heads Up feature . Instagram is still trying to h...

Welcome to Episode 120 of the snobOS Podcast! The Lowdown: We talk Tim Cook suggesting voting from iPhone and Apple offers app to developers to adapt ‘Find My’ technology. 2nd String: We talk Yelp makes it easier to support Asian-owned businesses, UPS buys electric aircrafts for speedy deliveries, and another Facebook data breach. For The Culture: We talk Earth, Wind & Fire #VERZUZ The Isley B...

Welcome to Episode 119 of the snobOS Podcast! The Lowdown: Apple officially announces virtual WWDC 2021 for June, iOS 15 and more expected. Airline industry body to launch COVID passport for the iPhone. Apple's upcoming iOS update unblocks 'Asian' as adult content . Apple to build battery-based solar energy storage project in California. 2nd String: Biden promises broadband for all in $2 trillion...

Welcome to Episode 118 of the snobOS Podcast! The Lowdown: We talk eyebrow shaving for the Apple Culture, Apple Card determined not to be sexist , fines levied from Brazil for iPhone 12 charger, facial recognition rules for employees vs contractors , and Intel wants Apple dollars after clowning M1 chip. 2nd String: We talk new DM Connect feature Slack , Samsung Galaxy devices drone delivery, Insta...

Welcome to Episode 117 of the snobOS Podcast! The Lowdown: Apple Maps now shows where to get COVID vaccinations . Apple’s rumored March event reportedly will take place in April. HomePod is discontinued , but isn't dead yet - Apple's 'end of life' explained. 2nd String: Google is tracking you even in Incognito mode? Report: macOS malware boomed in 2020, but still a fraction of Windows threats . In...

Welcome to Episode 116 of the snobOS Podcast! The Lowdown: We talk iOS 14.4.1 patches security flaw, probability of no more iMac Pro, and Apple Event Rumored for March 23rd. 2nd String: We talk Japan using vending machines to issue COVID tests. For The Culture: We talk Tidal and Verzuz brand being bought out while Goldman Sachs launches One Million Black Women initiative . The Hook Up: How To: Tur...

Welcome to Episode 115 of the snobOS Podcast! Up to 6% Cash Back on Apple Card. Find My adds 'Items' tab in latest iOS 14.5 beta. NASA’s new Mars rover is powered by a decades-old Mac chip 2nd String: Amazon quickly changes “Hitler mustache” app icon . Twitter brings human eyes to tracking down COVID vaccine misinformation . Instagram accidentally hid likes for a few hours and everyone freaked out...

Welcome to Episode 114 of the snobOS Podcast! The Lowdown: We talk Apple back on top as number 1 smartphone maker and new malware hits Intel and M1 Macs. 2nd String: We talk data collection with Me. Ring , NASA’s Perseverance Rover lands on Mars , and TikTok cracks down on ‘Fake News’ For The Culture: We talk Tech-ing While Black: Jewel Burks, Justin Dawkins, & Barry Givens - Collab Capital an...

Welcome to Episode 1113 of the snobOS Podcast! The Lowdown: App Store will require apps offering vaccination proof to be submitted by health authorities. Epic Games antitrust complaint filed against Apple in Europe , after US and Australia. Apple Pay now supports Bitcoin payments for the first time 2nd String: MIT scientists have taught spinach how to send email . Google Maps will now let you pay...

Welcome to Episode 112 of the snobOS Podcast! The Lowdown: We talk Apple replacing MacBook Pro batteries that won’t charge past 1%, Apple Glasses in “trial production” phase, and report accidents (and speed traps) with Apple Maps . 2nd String: We talk Family sues Robinhood for ‘wrongful death’ and Facebook working on Clubhouse clone. For The Culture: We talk Tech-ing While Black: Lisa Gelobter and...

Welcome to Episode 111 of the snobOS Podcast! The Lowdown: Close rings in honor of Black History Month with Apple Watch ‘Unity’ Activity Challenge . Apple launches Chrome iCloud Password extension for Chrome browser . Possible Apple Car Wars? iOS 14.5 features will include unlock iPhone with Apple Watch? 2nd String: Facebook’s new guilt-trip to get iOS users to accept tracking across apps/services...

Welcome to Episode 110 of the snobOS Podcast! The Lowdown: We talk iOS 14.4 released, TouchID possibly on the comeback, “ Stories ” come to Apple Fitness+, Apple celebrates Black History Month , Apple releases “ Black Unity ” watch, and Apple Watch saves kidnapped victim. 2nd String: We talk robots will be running future Walmart Fulfillment Centers, Alexa rolls out “ Hunches ”, and Facebook’s work...