Best Kirk McElhearn Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 166: Pentax 17 and Photo Social Apps 33:34

6h ago33:34

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If you're wondering whether film photography is really experiencing a resurgence in popularity, the announcement of the Pentax 17 is your answer. It's a brand-new film-only camera with some interesting design choices. Also in this episode, we talk about social media alternatives to Instagram for photographers. Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website, Jeff's p…

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Episode 351: New iPhone Chips, macOS Sequoia Features, and the regreSSHion Vulnerability 28:43

4h ago28:43

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Further observations on using the new iPad Pro. Which iPhone models will be able to use Apple Intelligence and why? An Apple leak provides answers. What is the regreSSHion vulnerability and how could it impact your Mac? And the number of features coming in macOS Sequoia that Intel Macs won't support may surprise you. Show Notes: Apple's Phil Schill…

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Episode #285: Is Classic Rock the New Classical Music 27:39

22h ago27:39

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No one gets up in the morning and says, “I want to be in a classic rock band.” Help support The Next Track by making regular donations via Patreon. We're ad-free and self-sustaining so your support is what keeps us going. Thanks! ‌Show notes: The most popular, obscure, Democratic, Republican and hated music in America Queen Catalog to Be Acquired b…

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Wendy Van Camp, Speculative Fiction Writer and Poet 29:14

1d ago29:14

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Show notes: Wendy van Camp The Planets SFWA - Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association The Curate’s Brother: A Jane Austen Variation of Persuasion NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) Stuart Horwitz: Blueprint Your Bestseller Learn more about Scrivener, and check out the ebook Take Control of Scrivener. If you like the podcast, please foll…

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Episode 350: Attack Surfaces 29:06

7d ago29:06

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Apple drops one of its financial services that it only introduced last year. More countries can now participate in Apple's self-service repair program. Installed Chrome browser extensions could be more dangerous than Google is letting on. And in a new white paper, Apple declares its dedication to long-range privacy and security using some "squishy"…

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Episode 165: AI and Photography from WWDC 31:24

13d ago31:24

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Apple’s Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) is where we learn about what’s coming in the company’s many operating systems, and this year was focused on machine learning features and AI - Apple Intelligence. That turns out to have a lot of significance on photography, such as in searching your photo library and making edits in the Photos app. We l…

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Episode 349: Security & Privacy Enhancements in iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia 28:09

14d ago28:09

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Microsoft recalls Recall. An Arc browser impostor contains malware. We'll tell you which older devices will be able to run Apple's newest operating systems, and we discuss the security and privacy improvements Apple has announced for its upcoming OS releases. Show Notes: Microsoft pulls release preview build of Windows 11 24H2 after Recall controve…

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Episode #284: You Can't Beat the System 29:02

15d ago29:02

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Something always goes wrong. "The grass may look great, but it's not real grass." Help support The Next Track by making regular donations via Patreon. We're ad-free and self-sustaining so your support is what keeps us going. Thanks! ‌Show notes: Episode #278: Gear Acquisition Syndrome Our next tracks: Charles Ives: Concord Sonata, by Donna Coleman)…

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Episode 348: Apple’s Forthcoming AI Operating Systems 29:56

21d ago29:56

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We discuss Apple's announcements made it Its Worldwide Developers Conference, Keynote, and what to expect when new operating systems are officially released in the fall. Show Notes: Apple's WWDC keynote video Apple announces AI operating systems at WWDC24: macOS Sequoia, iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and more Apple Intelligence: Why most users won’t get it In…

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Episode 347: Top 10 Common Online Scams, and What to Look Out for 29:32

1M ago29:32

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This week's Intego Mac podcast features a special report on the top 10 internet scams that everyone should know about, to protect the security of their data, their money, and their privacy. Show Notes: Zoom adds post-quantum end-to-end encryption to video meetings How Quantum Computing Will Affect Computer Security and Passwords Head of Canada’s in…

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Episode #283: Another Green World 30:01

1M ago30:01

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Doug and Kirk discuss one of Brian Eno's best early albums, Another Green World. Help support The Next Track by making regular donations via Patreon. We're ad-free and self-sustaining so your support is what keeps us going. Thanks! ‌Show notes: Another Green World Another Green World (Wikipedia) Oblique Strategies Episode #164 - Sid Smith on the Li…

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Episode 39: Kate Heartfield, Historical Fantasy Author 31:06

1M ago31:06

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Kate Heartfield writes historical fantasy novels, games, and stories. Show notes: Kate Heartfield The Embroidered Book The Valkyrie John Gardner, Grendel Aeon Timeline Vajra Chandrasekera, The Saint of Bright Doors Learn more about Scrivener, and check out the ebook Take Control of Scrivener. If you like the podcast, please follow it in Apple Podca…

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Episode 164: M4 iPad Pro 36:29

1M ago36:29

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Apple has released the new M4-powered iPad Pro, and Kirk bought one straightaway. Is it worth buying for photographers? Plus, we mention what’s changed in the new Lightroom releases and welcome a new sponsor: Photo Scout by Cascable! Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website, Jeff's photos, Jeff on Instagram, Jeff on Glass, Jeff on Mastodon Kirk McElhearn: webs…

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Episode 346: Facebook and AI, Chromebook with AI, and Apple's Coming AI 28:33

1M ago28:33

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Japan and India are interested in reining in Apple's App Stores, not unlike the EU and UK have already done. Facebook says it will train its AI on user data and opting out may not be very easy. Chromebook Plus gets on board with AI joining Microsoft in adding pressure to Apple's forthcoming WWDC announcements. Show Notes: Why Your Wi-Fi Router Doub…

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Episode 345: What caused “deleted” photos to reappear on Apple devices? 29:11

1M ago29:11

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Apple releases a fix for the zombie photos bug. But we wonder what may have caused deleted photos to reappear. Microsoft announces an AI feature for its users that takes screenshots continuously. And we've got a quick hands-on look at the new iPad Pro. Show Notes: Google Chrome browser patches 7th zero-day vulnerability of 2024 Recall is Microsoft’…

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Episode #282: Embracing the CD Revival 29:54

2M ago29:54

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Continuing with our multi-episode arc, we discuss the joys of listening to CDs. Help support The Next Track by making regular donations via Patreon. We're ad-free and self-sustaining so your support is what keeps us going. Thanks! ‌Show notes: My New Vitsœ Shelves Have Freed Up Space in My Office Another Timbre Episode #155 - Running a Small Record…

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Episode 163: Photo Criticism 39:59

2M ago39:59

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Part of enjoying photography is understanding photography. What makes a “good” photo? How much of that is based on the circumstances around its creation? In this episode, we talk about looking at photography with a critical eye. Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website, Jeff's photos, Jeff on Instagram, Jeff on Glass, Jeff on Mastodon Kirk McElhearn: website, …

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Episode 344: App Store Fraud, Apple’s “Crush!” Ad, and GPT 4o 29:18

2M ago29:18

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Could Apple be getting back into the car business? A rumored alliance with a car company suggests that it's possible. The next generation of ChatGPT was announced as OpenAI continues to push the uncanny envelope. And are zombie photos and other presumed-deleted files reappearing on Apple devices? Show Notes: Apple did eventually pay the security re…

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Episode 343: Apple “Let Loose”: iPad Pro gets M4 and OLED 28:12

2M ago28:12

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We look at what Apple let loose at this week's Apple event: the M4 chip, updated iPads, and the Apple Pencil Pro. Show Notes: Apple Revamps iPad Line, with M4 Processor, New Magic Keyboard, and Apple Pencil Pro Which iPad Is Best for You in 2024? Everything you can do with the Apple Pencil and Logitech Crayon on your iPad Intego Mac Premium Bundle …

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Episode #281: Kirk's New Audio Gear 31:36

2M ago31:36

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Kirk buys new audio gear for the first time in several years. Tech doesn't always work. Help support The Next Track by making regular donations via Patreon. We're ad-free and self-sustaining so your support is what keeps us going. Thanks! ‌Show notes: NAD C 3050 amplifier NAD BluOS module Cambridge Audio CXA61 amplifier Belkin SoundForm Connect Air…

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Episode 162: Gear Acquisition Syndrome 34:59

2M ago34:59

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Gear Acquisition Syndrome (GAS) is a running joke among photographers (and musicians), but it's also a real thing that can spin us up with the desire to buy some new camera or lens. We look at what drives this compulsion, and try to be honest about whether it affects us as photographers. Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website, Jeff's photos, Jeff on Instagra…

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Episode 342: Apple ID Lockout, AirTag Stalking Laws, and Weak Default Passwords Banned 29:53

2M ago29:53

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Apple has yet to explain why many users were recently compelled to log into their Apple ID because they were blocked without apparent cause. States are tightening laws about stalking, because the laws on the books may not cover AirTag and other similar trackers. And what can and what should the government do to prevent the use of weak default devic…

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Episode 38: Veronica G. Henry, Fantasy and Mystery Author 30:51

2M ago30:51

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Veronica G. Henry writes fantasy, mystery, and speculative fiction novels. Show notes: Veronica G. Henry The Canopy Keepers Shinrin-yoku - forest bathing How to Store Handwritten Notes and Texts in Scrivener Projects 47North Tracy Clark: Hide Learn more about Scrivener, and check out the ebook Take Control of Scrivener. If you like the podcast, ple…

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Episode 341: Is TikTok Safe? 31:28

2M ago31:28

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What does the future look like for TikTok now that it has less than a year to avoid being banned in the US. And is the platform safe to use? After two data breaches, Roku introduces so-called two factor authentication. Are Roku users safer? And the rumors say new iPads will be announced next week. Anything else? We'll have a quick preview of Apple'…

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Episode #280: When CDs Won’t Play, and Other Tech Tales 29:21

2M ago29:21

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Tech is full of surprises. Help support The Next Track by making regular donations via Patreon. We're ad-free and self-sustaining so your support is what keeps us going. Thanks! ‌Show notes: NAD C 538 CD Player Episode #177 - Author Michael Connelly on Music in the Harry Bosch Novels and TV Series Our next tracks: Original Cast Recording: Girl from…

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Episode 340: How Hackers Can Take Over Your Phone by SIM Swapping 29:06

3M ago29:06

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The popular streaming service Roku was hit with its second data breach this year, and the info of hundreds of thousands of users was exposed. Another Google service has met its end, we'll tell you about the newest resident of the Google graveyard. And take a deep dive into how hackers use SIM swapping attacks and how you can stop them. Show Notes: …

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Episode 339: Patches, Data Breaches, and Too Many Messaging Protocols 29:56

3M ago29:56

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Both Apple and Microsoft have patched a lot of security vulnerabilities in updates to their operating systems. A new scam uses AI to put the squeeze on victims. Info from a years-old AT&T data breach has been made public and data from 10s of millions of users has been exposed. And Apple has said that the RCS messaging protocol is coming to its oper…

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Episode #279: Lyrics 27:10

3M ago27:10

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We discuss lyrics in popular music. Have they become simpler and angrier over the years? Help support The Next Track by making regular donations via Patreon. We're ad-free and self-sustaining so your support is what keeps us going. Thanks! ‌Show notes: Billie Eilish Clarifies Comments About ‘Wasteful’ Vinyl Variants: ‘I Wasn’t Singling Anyone Out’ …

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Episode 161: Nitro with Nik Bhatt 39:07

3M ago39:07

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Gentleman Coder Nik Bhatt returns to talk about Nitro, his all-new photo editor for macOS (and soon, iOS and iPadOS). As the successor to RAW Power, Nitro has a lot to live up to. Nik talks about what prompted him to build a new app from the ground up, adding new features like masking, supporting cameras that Apple ignores, and more. Guest: Nik Bha…

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Episode 338: Vintage, Obsolete, and a Few Anniversaries 28:51

3M ago28:51

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Apple calls old devices "obsolete" and "vintage;” what exactly do these terms mean? Alternative iPhone app stores will soon be available in Europe and new details suggest that some extra effort will be required from users. And all of Apple's M-series processors all have a newly discovered vulnerability that can't be patched without some compromises…

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Episode 37: Debbie Urbanski, Science Fiction Author 28:42

3M ago28:42

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After many years writing short stories and essays, Debbie Urbanski has published her first novel, After World, about AI at the end of humanity's physical presence on earth. Show notes: Debbie Urbanski After World Alan Weisman, The World Without Us M.R. Caray, The Girl With All the Gifts Marlen Haushofer, The Wall How Daydreaming Can Enhance Creativ…

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Episode 337: WWDC, DOJ, and Smart Rings 28:56

3M ago28:56

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New MacOS updates with fixes arrived this week: we’ve got some details. Rumors of an Apple Ring compelled us to look into the market-leading Oura ring. A security setting for Apple's Journal app has generated some confusion: we’ll try to straighten things out. And the dates for Apple's annual Worldwide Developers Conference have been announced. We'…

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Episode #278: Gear Acquisition Syndrome 28:51

3M ago28:51

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Gear Acquisition Syndrome, or GAS, affects people with many interests: musicians, photographers, and audiophiles. We discuss how this syndrome can affect people, and why people just want to keep buying more gear. Help support The Next Track by making regular donations via Patreon. We're ad-free and self-sustaining so your support is what keeps us g…

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Episode 160: Primed by Seeing 35:35

4M ago35:35

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We were recently asked about where we find inspiration while making photos, which led Kirk and Jeff to muse on the idea of being primed to find photo subjects. It’s not enough to arrive at a destination with a blank slate—you’ll create better photos and enjoy the experience more if you prime yourself to see what’s in front of you. That can come fro…

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Episode 336: When Should You Not Update Your Mac to the Latest Version of macOS? 30:04

4M ago30:04

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"Update-a-phobia". When do potential bugs in new system software updates outweigh the safety of new security patches? Apple faces a class action lawsuit that complains about its iCloud and backup limitations. And what will the iOS landscape look like if Apple has to permit third-party app stores throughout the world? Show Notes: Twentieth Anniversa…

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Episode 335: 68 Vulnerabilities Patched! 30:25

4M ago30:25

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Apple's latest macOS release patches 68 vulnerabilities, and that's a lot. The latest GarageBand update contains a quiet and un-noted security fix. Prevent your IP address from being detected in messaging apps; why that's a good idea. And we share some speculation on future iPads that Apple might have in the pipeline. Show Notes: Apple patches secu…

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Episode #277: The Rise and Fall of the Rock Star, Part 2 29:59

4M ago29:59

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This time, Kirk chose three rock stars to discuss from David Hepworth's book Uncommon People: The Rise and Fall of the Rock Stars 1955-1994. Help support The Next Track by making regular donations via Patreon. We're ad-free and self-sustaining so your support is what keeps us going. Thanks! ‌Show notes: Uncommon People: The Rise and Fall of the Roc…

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Episode 159: Fuji X100VI and the Appeal of Small Fixed-Lens Cameras 34:23

4M ago34:23

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The entire Internet - yes, the whole thing, trust us - is going crazy for the new Fujifilm X100VI compact fixed-lens camera. What’s the appeal of this not-inexpensive camera? Its predecessor was in such demand that Fujifilm just stopped manufacturing it because it couldn’t keep up...for more than a year. And now the X100VI is backordered until summ…

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Episode 334: Unintended Consequences of Third-Party iOS App Stores 30:22

4M ago30:22

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iOS and iPadOS updates bring security fixes and changes for iPhone users in the European Union. Those changes include Alternative App Marketplaces, AKA third-party app stores, on iOS, and Apple’s approach puts user security at risk. Show Notes: Update now: iOS 17.4 and iPadOS 17.4 fix at least 2 zero-day vulnerabilities iOS 17.4 brings changes to i…

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Episode 36: Todd Henry, Productivity and Creativity Author 31:43

4M ago31:43

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Todd Henry writes books helping people improve their productivity, creativity, and teamwork. He calls himself "an arms dealer for the creative revolution." ‌I can't imagine writing a book in anything other than Scrivener. Show notes: Todd Henry The Accidental Creative The Thing You Do Every Day Alone with Your Thoughts Distraction-Free Writing with…

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Episode 333: Stealer Malware, App Store Scams, and The Demise of the Apple Car 29:47

4M ago29:47

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Stealer malware continues to spawn variants, poisoning ad-search platforms and hijacking cryptocurrency wallets. How much is actually being done to detect and neutralize Stealer related wrongdoing? App subscription scams on the App Store are on the increase: what's Apple doing about it? And the Apple Car project has ended. What will Apple be workin…

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Episode #276: The Rise and Fall of the Rock Star 32:00

4M ago32:00

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We didn't all do our homework, but Doug discusses three chapters from David Hepworth's book Uncommon People: The Rise and Fall of the Rock Stars 1955-1994. Help support The Next Track by making regular donations via Patreon. We're ad-free and self-sustaining so your support is what keeps us going. Thanks! ‌Show notes: Uncommon People: The Rise and …

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Episode 158: AI Revisited 35:26

5M ago35:26

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In five years, will our cameras look anything like today’s cameras? We’ve seen staggering advancements in AI technologies in photography, so in this episode we stretch our imaginations to think about where things are headed. Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website, Jeff's photos, Jeff on Instagram, Jeff on Glass, Jeff on Mastodon Kirk McElhearn: website, Kirk…

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Episode 332: Hackers Hacked, DoJ Strikes Back, and Messaging Apps on the Right Track 28:51

5M ago28:51

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A hacker group known as Wicked Panda experiences its own data breach of collected data. What exactly happens when the hackers get hacked? The US Department of Justice quietly shuts down Russian malware installed on US routers. The Signal messaging app introduces usernames to replace phone numbers in its latest beta. And Apple is giving the Music ap…

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Episode 331: iTunes, iMessage, and Vision Pro 30:25

5M ago30:25

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Why was Apple slow to remove a dangerous fake app copycat from the App Store? EU regulators change their tune on iMessage. Apple finally releases new media apps for Windows users. And the Vision Pro is shipping; we tried it out in an Apple Store. Show Notes: New Stealthy "RustDoor" Backdoor Targeting Apple macOS Devices Apple distributed a fake Las…

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