In the Weeds with Dexter Johnson

An upcoming major release of Google's popular web browser, Chrome will break many ad block extensions due to the company cracking down on extensions that execute remote code (eg. Calling a server to determine a list of hosts that serve ads to block on a recipients computer). But we also know Google wants to control the ad experience of Chrome users.... || Read more here: https://www.forbes.com/sit...

Apple champions user privacy like no other company on the planet, but don't let that stop you from seeing how they are falling short in so many areas. It is amazing how Apple pundits are not paying attention to the deflecting that is happening. || Let's continue our discussion! Follow me on Twitter and Instagram at @dexter_johnson and visit http://DexJohnsPC.com to stay on top of my latest blog po...

There were smart devices everywhere, displays and things for your car -- what was your favorite item at CES 2019? What was mine you ask? The JBL Link Drive, the little plug that puts Google Assistant in your car. Read more here: https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/jbl-link-drive-google-assistant-car-kit/ || Let's continue our discussion! Follow me on Twitter and Instagram at @dexter_johnson and vis...

Google did a lot right in terms of pushing Google Assistant and Google Home platforms, but what about the state of Android and overall privacy concerns of its users? I say, do better. || Let's continue our discussion! Follow me on Twitter and Instagram at @dexter_johnson and visit http://DexJohnsPC.com to stay on top of my latest blog posts about the world of technology. Share this podcast with a...

2019 is going to bring a slew of new wifi enabled devices that can interface with our existing digital assistants and make our lives easier, but let's not forget privacy and ensuring that these devices aren't mishandling our data. || Let's continue our discussion! Follow me on Twitter and Instagram at @dexter_johnson and visit http://DexJohnsPC.com to stay on top of my latest blog posts about the...

DLC, subscriptions and simply the most beautiful and immersive video games ever created, but does this mean we're living in the best times for gaming or are these studios just out to siphon money from our pockets all year long? || Let's continue our discussion! Follow me on Twitter and Instagram at @dexter_johnson and visit http://DexJohnsPC.com to stay on top of my latest blog posts about the wor...

2018 was an awful year for social media and things are only going to get worse for them to get better. Consumers have to ban together and fight for change to protect our data and privacy in an age where it's becoming harder and harder for us to find it. || Let's continue our discussion! Follow me on Twitter and Instagram at @dexter_johnson and visit http://DexJohnsPC.com to stay on top of my lates...

Services not being that good, Siri getting better and prices rising. Apple isn't going to fail anytime soon, iPhones won't stop being sold, but there are things they need to improve upon. || Let's continue our discussion! Follow me on Twitter and Instagram at @dexter_johnson and visit http://DexJohnsPC.com to stay on top of my latest blog posts about the world of technology. Share this podcast wit...

USB Type-C is still going to be a dumpster fire in 2019 unless manufacturers come together and define and set standards. This interface has not lived up to the hype and it won't change in the new year. || Let's continue our discussion! Follow me on Twitter and Instagram at @dexter_johnson and visit http://DexJohnsPC.com to stay on top of my latest blog posts about the world of technology. Share th...

A lot happened in 2018, from privacy concerns to mobile design trends and more. It leaves us with a lot to look forward to in 2019! || Let's continue our discussion! Follow me on Twitter and Instagram at @dexter_johnson and visit http://DexJohnsPC.com to stay on top of my latest blog posts about the world of technology. Share this podcast with a friend!

Reports are coming in across the internet that irrational, childish truck owners are parking in supercharger parking spots designed for electric vehicles, sometimes leaving these owners stranded. Why? Because driving the largest truck on the road is the 'merican way? No. It's idiotic and we'd have news alerts if Tesla owners did the same thing. Your combustion engines will go away one day so that...

I'll resume normal scheduled programming on Wednesday, the day after Christmas. Until then, listen to some of my backlog! || Let's continue our discussion! Follow me on Twitter and Instagram at @dexter_johnson and visit http://DexJohnsPC.com to stay on top of my latest blog posts about the world of technology. Share this podcast with a friend!

Bent iPads are defective iPads, end of story. As consumers, we don't care about your cooking process that causes a bend! The iPad is meant to lay flat, so stop making excuses for poor choices and products, especially when they come in more expensive than ever. Read more here: https://www.theverge.com/2018/12/19/18148957/apple-ipad-bend-pro-2018-shipping-manufacturing-confirmed || Let's continue ou...

2018 has been the year of the notch. Apple did it, then suddenly every smartphone manufacturer thought it was ok to burn our eyes with these monstrosities. Now it seems that true innovation may be afoot again. Here's to hoping... || Let's continue our discussion! Follow me on Twitter and Instagram at @dexter_johnson and visit http://DexJohnsPC.com to stay on top of my latest blog posts about the w...

Fitness trackers, diet apps and more all add to the biohacking craze, but can these things help make you healthier? The short answer is yes, if you let them; however, companies occasionally have to jump through hoops to get that magical FDA approval. || Let's continue our discussion! Follow me on Twitter and Instagram at @dexter_johnson and visit http://DexJohnsPC.com to stay on top of my latest b...

Design is an iterative process and everyone needs to understand that about autonomous vehicles. These products from Tesla and others will not save the day in version one; however, through mistakes and shortcomings, we may end up with a revolutionary technology that could save lives and make our lives easier. || Let's continue our discussion! Follow me on Twitter and Instagram at @dexter_johnson an...

Sundar Pichai, the leading man of Google had to testify before the House in regard to the Google data breach and a myriad of other issues including a "can you help us" plea since both Democrats and Republicans believe that Google's search algorithm treats them unfairly. || Let's continue our discussion! Follow me on Twitter and Instagram at @dexter_johnson and visit http://DexJohnsPC.com to stay o...

Unfortunate. It's the only word to describe how our current administration is acting in Poland. Fossil fuels will only be around for so long and we need to understand we need to plan to be without them. Instead, we are afraid that working through this transition will destroy our working class but it can actually revitalize it. Read more here: https://www.nytimes.com/2018/12/10/climate/katowice-cli...

Apple is offering iPhone XR devices at low prices with a trade in and additionally standing up portals for those serving in the armed forces of the US to receive discounts. Should we be worried? || Let's continue our discussion! Follow me on Twitter and Instagram at @dexter_johnson and visit http://DexJohnsPC.com to stay on top of my latest blog posts about the world of technology. Share this podc...

Retro gaming has been a thing and perhaps these classic consoles being released will inspire new players to pick up and appreciate older games. Time for some nostalgia. || Let's continue our discussion! Follow me on Twitter and Instagram at @dexter_johnson and visit http://DexJohnsPC.com to stay on top of my latest blog posts about the world of technology. Share this podcast with a friend!

Google's "famed" chat app Allo is about to bite the dust in March 2019 and if you're a user of it, I have no remorse. Google is terrible at messaging and support for their "pet projects" and they've shown us time and time again that they cannot create a platform of this magnitude. Why do we continue to hop on the bandwagon? At this point, it's safer not to. Read more here: https://www.blog.google/...

5G, the latest and greatest when it comes to mobile computing, promising a lot such as speed, low latency but will it deliver? Read more here: https://www.computerworld.com/article/3310067/mobile-wireless/why-5g-will-disappoint-everyone.html || Let's continue our discussion! Follow me on Twitter and Instagram at @dexter_johnson and visit http://DexJohnsPC.com to stay on top of my latest blog posts...

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Censorship in any country must stop. When you have a authoritarian government controlling what people see, it's already pathetic enough -- our tech shouldn't compound it. Yet, Google is working on a censored version of it's search engine that complys with China's censorship guidelines -- employees are upset and so am I. Read more here: https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2018/11/27/google-em...

Technology is huge and while one cannot know everything, expand your horizons outside of the things you like to help you love and embrace many forms of tech outside of what you're used to. || Let's continue our discussion! Follow me on Twitter and Instagram at @dexter_johnson and visit http://DexJohnsPC.com to stay on top of my latest blog posts about the world of technology. Share this podcast wi...