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Ep. 481: Who is Apple's new iPhone 16e for? Plus, other tech news and tips.
The morning after last week's show, Apple announced their new iPhone 16e, replacing the SE line of iPhones. It has a lot of features, doesn't have others, and has a new price. Who is this phone for? Apple must think there is a market for it, and we break down our thoughts. Speaking of markets, there wasn't one for the Humane AI pin, and they are shutting it down. Plus more tech news, tips, and picks to help you tech better.
For full show notes, links, and more, visit: https://www.notnerd.com/episode-481-who-is-apples-new-iphone-16e-for/
INTRO (00:00)
Southwest Airlines is now telling people not to play music and videos on speakerphone as part of their preflight instructions… (02:35)
MAIN TOPIC: iPhone 16E (07:55)
- Apple announces iPhone 16E
- 18 features missing from the iPhone 16E
DAVE’S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: iPhone Music Haptics (29:00)
JUST THE HEADLINES: (38:05)
- Asus continues fragrant device trend with an aromatic mouse
- Scented products cause indoor air pollution on par with car exhaust
- India’s “Human Calculator Kid” shatters 6 world records in a single day
- YouTube plans lower-priced, ad-free version of paid video tier
- Microsoft unveils Majorana 1, the world’s first quantum processor powered by topological qubits
- Apple says Severance has become its most popular show ever, overtaking Ted Lasso
- California takes steps toward officially recognizing Bigfoot
TAKES:
- Humane is shutting down the AI Pin and selling its remnants to HP (42:00)
- Apple announces $500B US investment plan, adding 20K jobs (44:55)
- Microsoft quietly launched a free ad-supported Office App, and no one noticed (47:35)
BONUS ODD TAKE: Untranslatable Dictionary (50:25)
PICKS OF THE WEEK:
Dave: Mini Spider Prank Box - Surprise Wooden Gag Gift, Perfect for Birthday, April Fools Day, Harmless Joke with Rubber Spider, Startling & Reusable Prank Kit (54:25)
Nate: Girl Scout Cookies from Isla (58:45)
RAMAZON PURCHASE - Giveaway! (01:02:20)
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