All Things Apple

Scott’s away this week so Justin is flying solo. In this episode he breaks down the new iPod lineup, Apple’s 10 Years of Podcasting celebration, how to save money on your next Mac purchase, pitfalls of running the iOS 9 beta, and why the Apple watch is for no one and everyone at the same time. Links: Brainiak FM iTunes Page Meet the new iPods 10 Years of Podcasting page How to Save Money When Buying a Mac (iMore) No One Needs an Apple Watch (iMore) App of the Week: Coda for iOS App of the Week: Alto’s Adventure

Justin and Scott discuss Apple Music, the iOS 9 and El Capitan public betas, whether or not the Apple Watch is a flop, and the sensationalistic practices of today’s tech bloggers. Also on this week’s show: what courses fellow geeks might find interesting at lynda.com, what books they’re currently reading, and also give some app recommendations. Links: How to Move Your Spotify Playlists to Apple Music (Yahoo Tech) “Why the Apple Watch is Flopping” (Engadget) “Shine” wearable device Apple’s Beta Website “On Negative App Store Reviews” (MacStories) “Foundations for Software Development” (lynda.com playlist) “Develop Apps for iPhone and iPad” (lynda.com playlist) Try lynda.com FREE for 10 Days Justin’s Book of the Week: “Secret Life of Houdini” (Amazon) Scott’s Book of the Week: “Dataclysm” (Amazon) “Sam the Bellhop” – Bill Malone (YouTube) Justin’s App of the Week: Pixelmator Scott’s App of the Week: Desert Golfing

Justin and Scott get together to chat about the aftermath of WWDC, their thoughts on Apple Music and the future of internet radio, the existence of the iPad Pro, and rumored features of the iPhone 6S. Also, Justin is a liar, and now has an Apple Watch… As if we didn’t see that one coming! Links: Did Nielsen Kill The Radio Star?

Scott and Justin get together to talk about the possibility that Apple is slipping in the software stability department, the pros and cons of the new MacBook, Justin’s new 15″ MacBook Pro, USB-C, some preliminary thoughts on WWDC, and annoying website designs.

Scott makes his return to the show and he and Justin are talking all about Apple’s new streaming service, the revamped Apple TV, whether or not the Apple Watch Edition needs its own showroom, and Justin gets thrown off the Apple campus trying to meet Steve Jobs.

Scott is still in Ireland and the world of Apple is at a standstill as we await the arrival of the new MacBooks, Apple Watch, and the WWDC announcements. Justin talks briefly about the new Steve Jobs biography, gives you a quick buyer’s guide for the Apple Watch, and discusses the rumors that Apple isn’t approaching NBC Universal about a content deal. Links: Becoming Steve Jobs Book Article on Tim Cook Apple Watch Site

Scott’s in Ireland week, so Justin is podcasting solo. This week he breaks down the recent announcement that Apple is releasing new TV hardware, an App Store, and Siri integration. There’s also some talk about Apple Pay, and the upcoming Steve Jobs biography. Links: “Becoming Steve Jobs” (Amazon) iOS Software Beta Program Apple Pay Security Article (iMore)

In this week’s episode Justin is joined by his new co-host Scott Simpson, and they’re giving their (revised) opinions on the Apple “Spring Forward” event that took place last week. Scott’s buying the watch, Justin isn’t, both are skeptical of the new MacBook now, and they’re both interested in the future of Apple’s ResearchKit platform. Also there is some discussion about the future of TV, the iPad Pro, and yes, Centaurs. Links: 23andMe Alto’s Adventure Headspace Relay FM Six Colors

Justin is back to talk all about the Apple “Spring Forward” announcement. He discusses his views on the Apple/HBO partnership, ResearchKit, the all-new MacBook line, and of course the Apple Watch. Links: Apple’s Keynote Event (video) HBO Now ResearchKit  

In this episode of Command+A Justin discusses his views on Square accepting Apple Pay in 2014, and what that means for users and retailers. He also talks about Staples and other retailers offering incentives for users joining Apple Pay, whether or not iOS 8.1.1 and OS X Yosemite 10.10.1 actually fix the problems they aim to, and he discusses his thoughts on the future of Apple Watch.