Primary Technology

By: Stephen Robles and Jason Aten
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  • Tech news that matters for everyone to understand. Our hosts break down the most important stories, from consumer tech and gadgets, to AI and beyond. Stephen Robles is a content creator with over 100K on YouTube, and Jason Aten is a technology columnist at Inc.com having written in the past for Business Insider and The Chicago Tribune. Tune in every Thursday for new episodes.
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  • OpenAI Social Network, iPadOS 19 to FINALLY Transform iPad, Apple Ads Are Getting Weird

    OpenAI Social Network, iPadOS 19 to FINALLY Transform iPad, Apple Ads Are Getting Weird
    Apr 17 2025
    What could an OpenAI social network look like, ChatGPT 4.1 launched, iPadOS 19 is supposedly going to be more Mac-like (is that even a good thing?), Apple Ads are getting wild, and Mark Zuckerberg defends Meta against the FTC.Bonus Episode: Aliens and Newspapers. Listen here!Membership Benefits PollSponsored by: 1Password1Password Extended Access Management is the first security solution that brings all those unmanaged devices, apps, and identities under your control. Learn more at: 1password.com/primarytechShow Notes via EmailSign up to get exactly one email per week from the Primary Tech guys with the full episode show notes for your perusal. Click here to subscribe.Watch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: youtube.com/@primarytechshowJoin the CommunityDiscuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the showGet ad-free versions of the show plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here if you want chapters: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on ThreadsStephen on BlueskyStephen on Mastodon@stephenrobles on XJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on BlueskyJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and SpotifyPodcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fmLinks from the showOpenAI is building a social network | The VergeOpenAI debuts its GPT-4.1 flagship AI model | The VergeChatGPT can now remember and reference all your previous chats - Ars TechnicaAnthropic is reportedly launching a voice AI you can speak to | The VergeGoogle rolls out its AI video generator to Gemini Advanced subscribers | The VergeI Tested AirPods Max Lossless Audio Blindfolded - Is it Actually Better? - YouTubeLow Glare | Mac does that | Apple - YouTubeApple rebrands Search Ads business as 'Apple Ads' - 9to5MacExtended Access Management – Product | 1PasswordReport: iPadOS 19 to be 'more like macOS' in major overhaul - 9to5MacReport Reveals Internal Chaos Behind Apple's Siri Failure - MacRumorsSmartphones and computers are now exempt from Trump’s latest tariffs | CNN BusinessMeta’s Antitrust Trial Begins as FTC Argues Company Built Social Media Monopoly - The New York TimesFTC presses Zuckerberg to admit he wanted to "neutralize" Instagram app - The Washington PostMeta’s antitrust trial slide redactions aren’t actually hiding anything | The VergeMark Zuckerberg tells court that Meta made WhatsApp, Instagram better | The VergeZoom’s Response to Its Major Outage Is the 1 Thing No Company Should Ever DoNotion Mail (00:00) - Intro(03:55) - Current Phone Case(06:41) - OpenAI Social Network(15:55) - ChatGPT 4.1 Launch(18:06) - Claude Voice AI(19:00) - Gemini Video Generator(20:45) - AirPods Max Lossless(23:07) - Apple Ads Getting Weird(33:19) - Sponsor: 1Password(35:10) - iPadOS 19 Like Mac?(47:39) - Apple Intelligence + Siri Fiasco(57:32) - Tariffs, Blackout, Giant Squid(01:01:10) - Meta vs FTC(01:09:23) - Notion Mail(01:12:02) - ChatGPT IRL(01:15:45) - Find My Undefeated ★ Support this podcast ★
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    1 hr and 22 mins
  • iPhone 17 Pro Leak, 15 Years of iPad, Shopify Requiring Staff to Use AI, How Tariffs Will Affect Apple Pricing

    iPhone 17 Pro Leak, 15 Years of iPad, Shopify Requiring Staff to Use AI, How Tariffs Will Affect Apple Pricing
    Apr 10 2025
    A leaked iPhone 17 Pro case reveals a massive camera bump, Shopify's AI-focused hiring strategy, How tariffs will affect Apple’s pricing, and we get nostalgic looking back at 50 years of Microsoft.Show Notes via EmailSign up to get exactly one email per week from the Primary Tech guys with the full episode show notes for your perusal. Click here to subscribe.Watch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: https://youtu.be/Jntcg0eOg6oJoin the CommunityDiscuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the showGet ad-free versions of the show plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here if you want chapters: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on ThreadsStephen on BlueskyStephen on Mastodon@stephenrobles on XJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on BlueskyJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and SpotifyPodcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fmLinks from the showScary Numbers Severance Inspired Merch - Basic Apple GuyEmergency SOS on Apple Watch | Rick’s Rescue | Apple - YouTubeLeaked iPhone 17 Pro Cases Show Huge Cutout for New Camera Bump - MacRumorsInstagram’s Mosseri Positions App for TikTok Turmoil — The InformationShopify Says No New Hires Unless AI Can’t Do the Job - WSJMeta gets caught gaming AI benchmarks with Llama 4 | The VergeAnthropic steps up OpenAI competition with Max subscription for ClaudeNintendo delays Switch 2 preorders over tariff concerns | The VergeReport: Apple Airlifted Premium Devices to US to Beat Tariff Deadline - MacRumorsApple iPhone Shipment MathTrump extends TikTok deadline for the second timeApple Customers Dash to Stores to Buy iPhones Ahead of Tariffs - BloombergApple reports record revenue for Q1 2025 (with charts) - Six ColorsThe 50 best things Microsoft has ever made | The VergeDell Venue Pro out does HTC, gets updated to 7.8 | Windows CentralWindows Phone 7 Launch Event - YouTubeI Have 20 Years of Digital Files. What Do I Do With Them? - WSJ (00:00) - Intro(03:34) - Old Tech(06:13) - Watch Survivor Story(07:19) - TV+ The Studio(09:49) - iPhone 17 Pro Case Leak(11:47) - Instagram iPad App(13:26) - iPad Turns 15(17:17) - Shopify Requiring AI Use(26:30) - Meta Gaming AI Results(29:34) - Stephen's Instagram Debacle(34:57) - Anthropic's $200 Plan(39:58) - Tariff Time(42:52) - Apple's Tariff Strategy(54:44) - 50 Years of Microsoft ★ Support this podcast ★
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Nintendo Switch 2 Specs and Pre-Order, iOS 18.4 Features, Amazon Bids to Acquire TikTok

    Nintendo Switch 2 Specs and Pre-Order, iOS 18.4 Features, Amazon Bids to Acquire TikTok
    Apr 3 2025
    Nintendo Switch 2 details plus the elaborate pre-order process, iOS 18.4 is out with new features, new podcast app, tariffs and tech, Amazon bids to aquire TikTok, and Stephen takes issues with Jason’s travel tech recommendations.Sponsored by:Notion AI: Organize your work and life using Notion AI. Try Notion for free when you go to: notion.com/primarytechnologyWatch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: https://youtu.be/Cg3z7wrAzvUJoin the CommunityDiscuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:Stephen's YouTube Channel@stephenrobles on ThreadsStephen on BlueskyStephen on Mastodon@stephenrobles on XJason's Inc.com Articles@jasonaten on Threads@JasonAten on XJason on BlueskyJason on MastodonWe would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts and SpotifyPodcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fmLinks from the showReview: I Expected the Sigma BF Camera to Be Ridiculous. It Is Surprisingly GoodSofa Podcast Player - Sofa15 NEW iOS 18.4 FeaturesWith iOS 18.4, Apple Quietly Introduced 1 of Its Best Features YetThe Annoying Bug Making Apple Users Very AngryNintendo Switch 2 specs: 1080p 120Hz display, 4K dock, mouse mode, and more | The VergeNintendo Switch 2 Accessories 4 Leadership Lessons from the Book Mark Zuckerberg Doesn’t Want You to ReadDonald Trump announces tariffs that could raise the price of almost everything you buy | The VergeAmazon Said to Make a Bid to Buy TikTok in the U.S. - The New York TimesChatGPT is turning everything into Studio Ghibli art | The Verge11 Travel Tech Gear Essentials and AccessoriesThe Better Anker MagSafe Battery (00:00) - Intro(06:45) - Sigma BF Camera(09:37) - Sofa App Adds Podcasts(11:09) - iOS 18.4 Features(13:56) - Mac Setup from iPhone(18:16) - The WORST Bug(21:43) - Nintendo Switch 2(26:03) - 4 Lessons from Meta(26:38) - Sponsor: Notion(28:29) - Tariffs and Tech(34:43) - Amazin Bids for TikTok(41:09) - xAI Acquires X(45:58) - Jason's Travel Tech ★ Support this podcast ★
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    56 mins
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