Geared Up

Apple dropped some major news during its WWDC virtual keynote, and Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman joins the show as we talk about all of the announcements. Mark currently works for Bloomberg, and has been reporting on Apple since he was 15 years old, breaking major news since the very beginning of his career. We talk about his biggest scoops, the business of breaking news, Apple’s AR & VR...

This week Matt Cassinelli joins the show to talk to us about the power of the Shortcuts app on iPhone and iPad. Matt is who we consider to be the master of Shortcuts, and is able to bend the iPhone to his will more than anyone else we know. We also talk about the Playstation 5 reveal event, Apple’s rumored transition to ARM processors in Mac computers, and more! LINKS: How to Police-Proof Yo...

This week, we reflect on the uprising that we’re seeing in the USA and across the world as people fight for change in how the lives of black and brown people in America and are viewed and valued. Andru shares his 24-hour fight with YouTube to get a video that would help protesters stay safe. Our guest, Sara Dietschy joins us and gives her unique perspective on the new Sony ZV1 handheld camer...

This week Kevin the Tech Ninja joins the show as we discuss the Tesla Cybertruck, the fail that is HBO Max, obsession with Call of Duty: Warzone, VR gaming with Pro Putt by Top Golf on Oculus Quest, some of our favorite smart home tech platforms and devices, and we take a deep dive looking at how things have changed for us as video creators and YouTube creators during the work from home era of the...

This week Jacques Slade joins the show as we take a deep dive into how Apple can use augmented reality and the rumored AR glasses to change the future of personal computing and mobile technology. We also chat about sneakers and sneakerhead culture, how Jacques got into the YouTube game, Microsoft’s latest Surface Go and Surface Book 3, and the greatness that is the iPad Pro Magic Keyboard! L...

This week Jon Prosser joins us to talk about scoring major Apple leaks and the balance between reporting news and protecting sources. We also have news on what we can epect for the Apple Watch with watchOS 7, a new Apple TV, WWDC thoughts, a look at the risk of being a journalist who covers major leaks, and much more! LINKS: Front Page Tech on YouTube Andru Edwards on YouTube Jon Rettinger on YouT...

This week Michael Fisher joins the show to talk about foldables like the Galaxy Z Flip, Galaxy Fold 2, and what makes this tech so exciting. We also dive into Apple’s advantage in chip-making, and how the iPhone SE may be the ultimate iOS trojan horse. We’ve also talk about our favorite tech for getting through social isolation, and much more! LINKS: iPhone SE Unboxing & First Impr...

Dan Barbera of MacRumors joins us as we’ve got the new OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro smartphones in-hand, and we bring you our thoughts and impressions of the new flagship and flagship killer. Apple has announced the iPhone SE second-generation - a smartphone that takes the features of the iPhone 11 and squeezes them into the body of the iPhone 8 with the camera of the iPhone XR. We also talk...

We’ve got confirmation of a bunch of OnePlus 8 Pro features, and bring you the rundown on the next major Android smartphone release. The iPhone 9 should be announced in about 2 weeks, and we tell you everything to expect from Apple’s next entry-level smartphone. We also give our tips for staying productive while working from home, and staying connected while social distancing. LINKS ME...

Apple has released new iPad Pros for 2020, and we give you the full scoop on what to expect from the latest flagship tablet, now with trackpad support. Tesla has starting shipping the new Model Y to customers, and we’ve got hands-on impressions! We also bring you our tips for tech that makes working from home a little easier, along with a whole lot more on this packed episode - with special...

This week we talk about the way that just about anyone can get much faster 4G mobile data speeds - a secret that Jon discovered while comparing the offerings of different mobile carriers. We’ve also got hands-on impressions of both the Samsung Galaxy S20 lineup, and the upcoming LG V60 ThinQ - two of the major Android releases for 2020. We’ve also got new info on the upcoming iPhone 12...

We’ve had the new Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra in-hand for a day, and we’ve got some thoughts on the camera, battery, processor, and more! We’ve also been using Samsung’s latest foldable - the Galaxy Z Flip - and we debate the merits of a foldable screen in 2020. We also talk about what products to expect next from Apple, and how the coronavirus is affecting the tech sector. LI...

We’ve officially used the new Samsung Galaxy S20, S20+, and S20 Ultra, and in this episode we talk about our thoughts on the new flagship Samsung smartphones. Andru and Jon also talk about on of the most-asked questions that they get - how do you make money as someone who makes videos on the Internet? LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Video: Samsung Galaxy S20's Craziest Camera Feature Insane Spa...

This week several of Apple’s upcoming products leaked, with all expected to be released in the March timeframe. We talk about the upcoming iPhone 9, AirTags, iPad Pro, and more. We also go over the numbers that show the top 5 streaming video services in the US as compiled by the Wall Street Journal, and there are definitely a couple of surprises in the list. We also check in on how Jon&rsquo...

Huge leaks about the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S20 line have come out, and we break everything down for you about what Samsung will likely be announcing at its Unpacked 2020 event in a few weeks! We also follow-up on last weeks teaser, as Jon gives us the details on a new product from Tesla. We also talk about Sonos and the major backlash they’re receiving after informing customers that some o...

CES 2020 is in the books, and Andru and Jon have some thoughts on the tech and gadgets they saw at the world’s biggest consumer electronics trade show - TVs, augmented reality glasses, and even the ability to deploy a security drone from your backyard! In addition, Jon is going to be making the leap from iPhone to Android, and we explain why - will he be able to stick to it this time? LINKS...

Andru Edwards goes through his Mac Pro configuration build, and talks about his multiple missteps in ordering Apple’s most powerful computer to date, Microsoft officially announced the Xbox Series X game console, which will be released in late 2020 to start the next-generation of gaming, T-Mobile has launched a nationwide 5G network, and more! LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Yeezy Slides Andru...

Andru Edwards has given Amazon the keys to his garage with the new Key by Amazon service - is this a good idea? Or is it too creepy to go mainstream? Guest Kevin Nether talks about his transition from being a hardcore Android user to being fully enveloped in the Apple ecosystem. We also talk about the best every day carry tech bags from Peak Design, Black Friday tech shopping, and optimal desk set...

This week we talk about the newly-announced Tesla Cybertruck, Tesla’s take on what a modern (if not futuristic) pickup truck should be, along with thoughts on riding inside the vehicle. Joining us for that segment is Tesla expert Ben Sullins from Teslanomics. Ben and Jon were on-hand at the Cybertruck reveal event, while Andru watched from home, left out from the annals of history. We also h...

This week we talk about the arrival of the much-anticipated 16-inch MacBook Pro from Apple - have they addressed everything we’d hoped for? Motorola has officially revealed the new RAZR smartphone with foldable display, but is it worth it at $1500? We also speculate on what we expect from the Tesla CYBRTRK event, and the impact of the arrival of the Disney+ streaming service! LINKS MENTIONED...

The AirPods Pro have been out for a week, and we bring you our hands-on (and ears-on) thoughts on Apple’s noise-cancelling earbuds. Motorola is about to bring back the RAZR, this time with a foldable display! Are folding clamshell smartphones about to make a comeback? We also talk about the woes of the Google Pixel 4, wondering if Google actually wants its smartphone line to do well in the m...

iMore's Rene Ritchie joins the show! Apple dropped AirPods Pro last week, a higher-end version of the best-selling headphones in the world. We tell you all about what's new, along with our thoughts on if Apple has another hit on its hands. We also talk about the heavily-rumored 16-inch MacBook Pro that many expected to be released in October , the expectation of privacy when using products and ser...

Google’s new Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL are now available, and in this episode Andru & Jon each bring you their thoughts on the newest flagship Google smartphone. Find out what sets the Pixel 4 apart from other smartphones on the market, as well as where the Pixel 4 falls short. Ultimately, if you’re in the market for a new smartphone, find out if the Pixel 4 is for you! LINKS MENTIONE...

Apple just launched the new iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, and Apple Watch Series 5 - but the company isn’t done with 2019 releases! We talk about the upcoming Pro device event which should be taking place in October where we will see the debut of a newly-redesigned MacBook Pro, faster iPad Pros with a triple-camera system, and complete details on the Mac Pro. We discuss phone carriers, which one...

In this episode, we go over all the big announcements from Apple’s iPhone 11 launch event. Andru was in Cupertino for the event and gives his hands-on impressions of the iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro, and we discuss the meaning of the “Pro” naming scheme for the iPhone and tech products in general. There’s also a new Apple Watch Series 5 (finally sporting an always-on display...