CTRL Media

CTRL-AC

Your go-to tech podcast for a breakdown of all the latest gadgets and news in the world of electronics. Hosted by Andrew Utterback and Cole Webber.

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CTRL Media

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Latest episode

Mar 24, 2025

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Episodes

iPhone 16e, DoorDash financing and Tesla vs wall 24.03.2025

In this episode of CTRL-AC, we talk about the new iPhone 16e, new MacBook Air and DoorDash financing. Yes, really. Then we break down the viral Mark Rober “Can you Fool a Self Driving Car?” video and Andrew gives his first impressions of the Whoop 4.0.  Andrew’s iPhone 16e article- https://www.texannews.net/article/497,is-the-iphone-16e-worth-it   Mark Rober’s Tesla video- https://youtu.be/IQJL3ht...

The Honey scam and the craziest CES tech 13.01.2025

This week on CTRL-AC, we talk about ChatGPT arriving on the iPhone, the Honey browser extension scam, buying a car on Amazon, Apple’s possible FaceID doorbell, and our impressions of AirPods Max and the Apple Watch Series 10. Then we recap all of the latest CES tech including the strange new Dell naming scheme.  Hosted and edited by Andrew Utterback and Cole Webber. Theme music by Ayden Perkins. 

The wonderful new Mac Mini and an Apple home robot? 09.12.2024

This week on CTRL-AC, we talk about the Tyson vs Paul Netflix streaming disaster, Apple’s new additions to the Mac lineup and a bunch of new Apple leaks. Then we close the episode with the coolest truck to tailgate with. Links-  Sponsor link https://thecompletebackyard.com/ Hosted and edited by Andrew Utterback and Cole Webber. Theme music created by Ayden Perkins.  

We have “1 million” AI followers and Model S Plaid Impressions 28.10.2024

This week on CTRL-AC, we talk about Scout Motors making a comeback with two new EVs and a new AI social media site. Then we go over Intel’s new CPUs, RTX 5000 series leaks and our Model S Plaid impressions.  Links-  Sponsor link https://thecompletebackyard.com/ Hosted and edited by Andrew Utterback and Cole Webber. Theme music created by Ayden Perkins.  

iPhone 16 is here…features coming later? 16.09.2024

CTRL-AC is your look at the world of tech. Today, we talk about the iPhone 16 series, Apple Watch upgrades, new AirPods, and Apple Intelligence….which we’ll have to wait a little longer for.  Sponsor link https://thecompletebackyard.com/ Hosted and edited by Andrew Utterback and Cole Webber. Theme music created by Ayden Perkins. 

EV “exhaust” sounds are strange and Cybertruck durability concerns? 19.08.2024

CTRL-AC is your look at the world of tech. Today, we talk about the Dodge Charger Daytona fake exhaust sounds, possible Cybertruck durability concerns, and our always positive EV comments.  Links-  Daytona sound clip  https://s3.amazonaws.com/chryslermedia.iconicweb.com/mediasite/video/148515/derivatives/mp4/Dodge_Charger_Daytona_Scat_Pack.mp4?v.425   Cybertruck durability test https://youtu.be/PK...

SearchGPT and Rent-a-PC 05.08.2024

CTRL-AC is your look at the world of tech. Today, we talk about Open AI’s new SearchGPT, the possibility of a subscription mouse, and our 2024 back to school tech guide. Then we break down the value (or lack thereof) of NZXT’s PC rental service, discuss  the AI Friend necklace, and close out the show with our Acura ZDX impressions.  Decoder clip link- https://www.tiktok.com/@decoderpod/video/73974...

Samsung’s Apple clones, CMF’s budget tech, and Sam Altman’s house 22.07.2024

CTRL-AC is your look at the world of tech. Today, we talk about the new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip/Fold 6, Galaxy Buds, Galaxy Watch Ultra, and Galaxy Ring. Then we give our impressions of the CMf buds, talkabout about CMF as a whole, and once again discuss the Samsung Frame TV. We end the show with a look inside the Vegas sphere and a tribute to Sam Altman’s financial struggles.  Sponsor link-  https:...

Rivian’s 1000 hp upgrade, BMW M5 goes hybrid, and a cheaper Vision Pro? 01.07.2024

CTRL-AC is your look at the world of tech. Today, we talk about the new Rivian R1T and R1S, plus new Rivians coming out soon…then we go over Andrew’s new bluetooth speaker, the new BMW M5 and Bentley Continental becoming hybrids, a cheaper Vision Pro, Snapdragon X Elite laptop reviews, and the Adobe lawsuit.  Tweets-  https://twitter.com/bilawalsidhu/status/1800355980829405603   https://twitter.co...

Apple Intelligence is here - WWDC 2024 Recap 17.06.2024

CTRL-AC is your look at the world of tech. Today, we recap this year’s WWDC. We go over iOS 18, iPadOS 18, MacOS Sequoia, WatchOS 11 and VisionOS 2. Then we break down Apple Intelligence: Apple’s native generative AI feature set.  Tweets-  https://twitter.com/bilawalsidhu/status/1800355980829405603   https://twitter.com/luciascarlet/status/1800856031519481981   Sponsor link-  https://thecompleteba...

ChatGPT’s “human” voice, Microsoft and Google’s AI day, and our Rivian R1T impressions 03.06.2024

CTRL-AC is your look at the world of tech. Today, we talk about Open AI, Microsoft, and Google’s AI events…some being less legally questionable than others. Then we jump into our Rivian R1T impressions, the new Jeep Wagoneer S, iOS 18 leaks, and yet another product guessing mini game. (NVIDIA Product Pursuit)  Sponsor link-  https://thecompletebackyard.com/ Hosted and edited by Andrew Utterback an...

OLED iPads are here, TikTok ban gets signed, and the electric G-Wagon 13.05.2024

CTRL-AC is your look into the world of tech. Today, we talk about the TikTok ban being signed, the new Tesla Model 3 Performance, the all-electric G-Wagon, and the Rabbit R1 reviews. Then we break down all the latest announcements from Apple’s iPad event. Sponsor link- https://thecompletebackyard.com/ Hosted and edited by Andrew Utterback and Cole Webber. Theme music created by Ayden Perkins.

Sony brings the bass, Humane’s disappointing launch, and an Apple home robot? 15.04.2024

CTRL-AC is your look at the world of tech. Today, we talk about Apple’s rumored AI chips, new EU regulation, the App Store allowing emulators, Apple’s plans for a home robot, and a new line of poorly named Sony audio products. Then we play a brand new game, talk about the Humane AI pin reviews, and Tesla FSD being much cheaper. Sponsor link- https://thecompletebackyard.com/ Hosted and edited by An...

Is Apple a monopoly? -DOJ lawsuit breakdown 01.04.2024

CTRL-AC is your look at the world of tech. Today, we talk about the Apple vs DOJ lawsuit accusing Apple of being a monopoly. Then we take a look at Apple’s plans for on-device AI, a new AI key coming to your Windows computer, Mr. Beast’s Prime gameshow, WWDC 2024, and Epic’s new (and possibly hypocritical) app store rules.  Sponsor link-  https://thecompletebackyard.com/ Hosted and edited by Andre...

Apple Car is canceled, Tesla Roadster update, and M3 MacBook Air 11.03.2024

CTRL-AC is your look at the world of tech. Today, we talk about the new M3 MacBook Air, the Apple Car being canceled, Tesla Roadster news, Rivian R2 and R3 unveiling, the new Dodge Charger, Cybertrucks selling for an insane amount of money, and a possible TikTok ban.  Sponsor link-  https://thecompletebackyard.com/ Hosted and edited by Andrew Utterback and Cole Webber. Theme music created by Ayden...

AT&T outage, auto show recap, and more questionable AI moves 27.02.2024

CTRL-AC is your look at the world of tech. Today, we talk about the nationwide AT&T outage, Open AI’s new Sora model, Google’s Geminii controversy, our F-150 Lightning review, and our 2024 Auto Show recap. Then we talk about Walmart buying Vizio, our DJI Mic 2 impressions, Apple’s new sports app, and a few interesting X posts.  Sponsor link-  https://thecompletebackyard.com/ Hosted and edited...

We tried Apple Vision Pro… 12.02.2024

CTRL-AC is your look at the world of tech. Today, we talk about our Apple Vision pro demo and decide whether or not we would buy this $3,500 headset.  Sponsor link-  https://thecompletebackyard.com/ Hosted and edited by Andrew Utterback and Cole Webber. Theme music created by Ayden Perkins.

The wildest CES Tech and Galaxy S24 series! 29.01.2024

CTRL-AC is your look at the world of tech. Today, we talk about all the wildest CES tech, the S24 series, Vision Pro specs, the Tesla Cybertruck towing range, the Porsche Macan EV, and an update on our Google Bard results.  Sponsor link-  https://thecompletebackyard.com/ Hosted and edited by Andrew Utterback and Cole Webber.  Theme music created by Ayden Perkins.  

2023 Recap, CES preview, and smart bathrooms 08.01.2024

CTRL-AC is your weekly look at the world of tech. Today, we talk about all the biggest stories of 2023, plus our predictions for 2024. Then we talk about the new high end Roku TVs, physical keyboards for the iPhone, Gen AI coming to Siri, and smart toilets. Then we finish off the episode by debunking more Tesla stories.  Sponsor link-  https://thecompletebackyard.com/ Hosted and edited by Andrew U...

iMessage on Android and Google’s Epic trial win 18.12.2023

CTRL-AC is your weekly look at the world of tech. Today, we talk about Google’s Gemini AI model, Epic’s trial win over Google, and Beeper Mini. Then we debunk some of this month's biggest stories, and discuss a Vision Pro update.  Sponsor link-  https://thecompletebackyard.com/ Hosted and edited by Andrew Utterback and Cole Webber.  Sound design and music created by Ayden Perkins.

Sam Altman drama, Apple announces RCS support, and the Humane AI Pin 27.11.2023

CTRL-AC is your weekly look at the world of tech. Today, we talk about the Humane AI pin, Open AI’s event including the new GPT store, plus all of their drama with CEO Sam Altman. Then we look into Nothing’s Sunbird chats, Apple adopting RCS, and Taylor Swift data usage.  Sponsor link-  https://thecompletebackyard.com/ Hosted and edited by Andrew Utterback and Cole Webber.  Sound design and music...

Apple’s Scary Fast event recap, Tesla Model X Review, and Thai food near me 06.11.2023

CTRL-AC is your weekly look at the world of tech. Today, we talk about “Thai food near me”, Google paying to be Apple’s default search engine, and the Apple Scary Fast event. Then we discuss the new Prelude, RX 7, GTR, and our Model X test drive.  Sponsor link-  https://thecompletebackyard.com/ Hosted and edited by Andrew Utterback and Cole Webber.  Sound design and music created by Ayden Perkins....

Apple’s confusing new pencil, Model Y test drive, and Ep. 50 Q/A 23.10.2023

CTRL-AC is your weekly look at the world of tech. Today, we talk about Andrew’s favorite AirPods Pro features, Apple’s windowless car, the upcoming Cybertruck event, and the confusing new Apple Pencil. Then we dive into a possible charge to Tweet, new YouTube features, our Model Y test drive, and end with a Q/A.  Sponsor link-  https://thecompletebackyard.com/ Hosted and edited by Andrew Utterback...

Mach-E test drive, Pixel 8 event, and iPhone 15 is overheating? 09.10.2023

CTRL-AC is your weekly look at the world of tech. Today, we talk about Chat-GPT’s new update, Logitech’s new racing sim, the Meta glasses, the future of podcast transcripts, and the Meta Quest 3. Then, we talk about the iPhone 15 overheating drama, the $50k Mac Pro losing software support for XCode, X Social Media suing X, and the Pixel 8 Pro.  Sponsor link-  https://thecompletebackyard.com/ Hoste...

Microsoft leaks the future of the Xbox and more AI music 25.09.2023

CTRL-AC is your weekly look at the world of tech. Today, we talk about  the biggest leak in Microsoft history, more AI music, the future of the Microsoft Surface line, and our iPhone 15 Pro impressions.  Sponsor link-  https://thecompletebackyard.com/ Hosted and edited by Andrew Utterback and Cole Webber.  Sound design and music created by Ayden Perkins.

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