Primary Technology

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.

  1. Upgrading Kid Tech and Screen Time

    2 DAYS AGO · BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Upgrading Kid Tech and Screen Time

    We debate when is it time to upgrade a kid’s device, even if they don’t ask for it, and how we’re navigating Screen Time with teenagers! Watch on YouTube! ( https://youtube.com/@PrimaryTechShow ) * Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: https://youtube.com/@PrimaryTechShow ( https://youtube.com/@PrimaryTechShow ) Join the Community * Discuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fm ( https://social.primarytech.fm/ ) Support the show * Join 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/join ( https://primarytech.memberful.com/join ) Reach out: * Stephen's YouTube Channel ( https://youtube.com/@beardfm ) * @stephenrobles on Threads ( https://www.threads.net/@stephenrobles ) * @stephenrobles on X ( https://twitter.com/stephenrobles ) * Stephen on Mastodon ( https://mastodon.social/@stephenrobles ) * Jason's Inc.com Articles ( https://www.inc.com/author/jason-aten ) * @jasonaten on Threads ( https://www.threads.net/@jasonaten ) * @JasonAten on X ( https://twitter.com/jasonaten ) * Jason on Mastodon ( https://mastodon.world/@jasonaten ) We would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/primary-technology/id1723943281 ) and Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/1vWb9Q9BHHRCREwYnOl46W )Podcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy ( https://twitter.com/basicappleguy ). Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fm ( podcast@primarytech.fm )

    16 min
  2. Apple 2024 Tier List, ChatGPT Gets 1-800 Number, Foldable iPad Rumors, TikTok Ban Implications

    2 DAYS AGO

    Apple 2024 Tier List, ChatGPT Gets 1-800 Number, Foldable iPad Rumors, TikTok Ban Implications

    You can now call ChatGPT with a 1-800 number and Jason had a 15 minute conversation with it, Apple’s rumored foldable iPad, the potential U.S. TikTok ban and what it means for creators, and we rank Apple’s 2024 devices and software! Sponsored by: HelloFresh: Get 10 FREE meals across 7 boxes with HelloFresh when you go to: hellofresh.com/freeprimaryData Citizens Dialogues Podcast: Hear firsthand from industry titans, innovators, and executives from some of the world's largest companies as they dive into the hottest topics in data. Watch on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts: collibra.com/us/en/podcastsGet Primary Tech Show Merch! Big thanks to Basic Apple Guy for creating our first run of Primary Tech Merch! Get our PTS OG shirt or hoodie, battery percentage ON/OFF, and The Other Guy at: primarytech.fm/merchWatch on YouTube! Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: https://youtu.be/iqVI6qeOoQgJoin the Community Discuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the show Join 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 Spotify Podcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy. Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fm Links from the show 2024 Apple Tier List - YouTubeOpenAI makes ChatGPT available for phone chatsBlackmagic’s Vision Pro immersive camera can be yours for only $29,995 - The VergeApple’s foldable iPad could be like ‘two iPad Pros side-by-side’ - The VergeiPad Pro for Everything: How I Rethought My Entire Workflow Around the New 11" iPad Pro - MacStoriesElevation Lab TimeCapsule AirTag 10-Year Battery CaseIs TikTok about to get banned in the US? It’s now up to the Supreme Court - 9to5MacThe Algorithm Has Been Hiding Something From You | NYT Opinion - YouTubeAdam Mosseri (@mosseri) • Threads, Say more (00:00) - Intro (02:21) - ChatGPT 1-800 Number (14:43) - Immersive Video Camera (18:38) - Foldable iPad Rumors (23:44) - AirTag Time Capsule (27:35) - U.S. TikTok Ban (43:47) - Creator Perspective on Platforms (44:53) - Sponsor: Data Citizens Dialogues (46:34) - Sponsor: HelloFresh (48:18) - Social Mediapocalypse (56:41) - Apple 2024 Tier List (01:02:45) - Personal Tech: Bandwidth ★ Support this podcast ★

    1h 9m
  3. Better Apple Intelligence in iOS 18.2 (sort of), OpenAI Sora Review, Google Gemini 2.0 Talks a Big Game

    12 DEC

    Better Apple Intelligence in iOS 18.2 (sort of), OpenAI Sora Review, Google Gemini 2.0 Talks a Big Game

    Explore iOS 18.2 features including Visual Intelligence and ChatGPT integration, OpenAI releases Sora publicly with mixed results, Google is taking big swings with quantum chips and Gemini 2.0, plus, a surprise about CES! Sponsored by: Rogue Amoeba: Audio Hijack is simply the best way to record audio on your Mac. Through the end of October, get 20% off Audio Hijack or any Rogue Amoeba bundle when you visit: macaudio.com/primarytech and use the promo code: TECHXX1Password: 1Password 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/primarytechHelloFresh: Get 10 FREE meals across 7 boxes with HelloFresh when you go to: hellofresh.com/freeprimaryGet Primary Tech Show Merch! Big thanks to Basic Apple Guy for creating our first run of Primary Tech Merch! Get our PTS OG shirt or hoodie, battery percentage ON/OFF, and The Other Guy at: primarytech.fm/merch Watch on YouTube! Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: https://youtu.be/dgjK1zXsb-sJoin the Community Discuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the show Join 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 Spotify Podcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy. Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fm Links from the show iOS 18.2 is OUT with 15+ BIG New Features! Visual Intelligence, ChatGPT, Image Playgrounds - YouTubeMKBHD Reviews Sorasora.comCoca Cola’s AI-Generated Ad Controversy, ExplainedHere's What OpenAI's $200 Monthly ChatGPT Pro Subscription Includes | WIREDYouTube’s new auto-dubbing feature is now available for knowledge-focused content | TechCrunch@chazhutton.bsky.social on BlueskyGoogle introduces Gemini 2.0: A new AI model for the agentic eraGoogle reveals quantum computing chip with ‘breakthrough’ achievements - The VergeWith 4 Words, Google’s CEO Just Fired a Shot at Microsoft Over AIThe FBI’s Dire Warning About Your Messaging Apps Leaves Out 1 Important PointSolos challenges Meta’s Ray-Bans with $299 ChatGPT smart glasses - The VergeGoogle’s AI-powered smart glasses are a little closer to being real - The VergeApple honors 2024 App Store Award winners - Apple (00:00) - Intro (05:46) - iOS 18.2 is Out (06:52) - Visual Intelligence (16:35) - ChatGPT Integration (22:45) - Sponsor: HelloFresh (25:01) - Sponsor: 1Password (26:52) - OpenAI Releases Sora (39:01) - YouTube Auto Dubbing (45:21) - Google Gemini 2.0 (49:06) - Sponsor: Audio Hijack (51:31) - Microsoft vs Google AI Race (57:30) - OpenAI X MSFT Tenous Relationship (01:04:01) - FBI Encryption Warning (01:06:03) - Smart Glasses (01:11:11) - 2024 App Store Awards (01:14:10) - What AIs We Actually Use ★ Support this podcast ★

    1h 20m
  4. EV Range Anxiety to the MAX

    12 DEC · BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    EV Range Anxiety to the MAX

    Stephen went on his first multi-charge EV roadtrip…and it was problematic to say the least. Watch on YouTube! ( https://youtube.com/@PrimaryTechShow ) * Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: https://youtube.com/@PrimaryTechShow ( https://youtube.com/@PrimaryTechShow ) Join the Community * Discuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fm ( https://social.primarytech.fm/ ) Support the show * Join 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/join ( https://primarytech.memberful.com/join ) ⠀Reach out: * Stephen's YouTube Channel ( https://youtube.com/@beardfm ) * @stephenrobles on Threads ( https://www.threads.net/@stephenrobles ) * @stephenrobles on X ( https://twitter.com/stephenrobles ) * Stephen on Mastodon ( https://mastodon.social/@stephenrobles ) * Jason's Inc.com Articles ( https://www.inc.com/author/jason-aten ) * @jasonaten on Threads ( https://www.threads.net/@jasonaten ) * @JasonAten on X ( https://twitter.com/jasonaten ) * Jason on Mastodon ( https://mastodon.world/@jasonaten ) ⠀We would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/primary-technology/id1723943281 ) and Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/1vWb9Q9BHHRCREwYnOl46W )Podcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy ( https://twitter.com/basicappleguy ). Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fm ( podcast@primarytech.fm )

    16 min
  5. OpenAI to Release Sora, The Verge Adds a Paywall, and the Future of Online Content

    5 DEC

    OpenAI to Release Sora, The Verge Adds a Paywall, and the Future of Online Content

    OpenAI announced 12 days of “shipmas,” likely to include Sora video generator, a new reasoning model, and more; The Verge adds a paid subscription which leads to an existential crises about the future of online content; Google DeepMind creates interactive game-like worlds from a single image; FBI ironically recommends encrypted Messaging apps; and Stephen needs help planning an EV road trip. Sponsored by: Rogue Amoeba: Audio Hijack is simply the best way to record audio on your Mac. Through the end of October, get 20% off Audio Hijack or any Rogue Amoeba bundle when you visit: macaudio.com/primarytech and use the promo code: TECHXXNotion AI: Organize your work and life using Notion AI. Try Notion for free when you go to: notion.com/primarytechnologyHelloFresh: Get 10 FREE meals across 7 boxes with HelloFresh when you go to: hellofresh.com/freeprimaryGet Primary Tech Show Merch! Big thanks to Basic Apple Guy for creating our first run of Primary Tech Merch! Get our PTS OG shirt or hoodie, battery percentage ON/OFF, and The Other Guy at: primarytech.fm/merchWatch on YouTube! Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: https://youtu.be/U9rsMgJOsI4Join the Community Discuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the show Join 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 Spotify Podcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy. Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fm Links from the show @hansanaw.bsky.social on Bluesky@robgawler.bsky.social on Bluesky@kwabena.bsky.social on BlueskyApple Podcasts names Hysterical the 2024 Show of the Year - AppleTim Cook defends Vision Pro’s sales performance with three words - 9to5MacOpenAI’s 12 days of ‘shipmas’ include Sora and new reasoning model - The VergeOpenAI partners with weapons-maker Anduril on military AI - The Washington PostDeepMind's Genie 2 can generate interactive worlds that look like video games | TechCrunchOpenAI | ChatGPT, Sam Altman, Microsoft, and History | Britannica MoneyHere we go: The Verge now has a subscription - The VergeGoogling Is for Old People. That’s a Problem for Google. - WSJDaring Fireball: U.S. Officials Urge Americans to Use Encrypted Apps, for Texting and Calls, in Wake of Chinese Infiltration of Our Unencryped Telecom NetworkWalmart bought Vizio - The VergeIntel Just Forced Out Its CEO. It’s a Brutal Lesson Every Leader Should Learn (00:00) - Intro (02:32) - Podcasts Wrapped (08:28) - Restart Device Pro Tip (10:14) - Tim Cook on  Vision Pro (13:40) - OpenAI 12 Days Of Shipmas (16:55) - Sponsor: Audio Hijack (19:04) - DeepMind Interactive Worlds (26:07) - The Verge Adds a Paywall (38:39) - Future of Online Content (54:04) - Sponsor: Notion (56:17) - Sponsor: HelloFresh (58:30) - Googling is for Old People (01:00:14) - FBI Urges Message Encryption (01:07:48) - Walmart Acquires Vizio (01:09:40) - Intel CEO Ousted (01:12:28) - Planning EV Trip ★ Support this podcast ★

    1h 20m
  6. Will Books Stand the Test of Time?

    5 DEC · BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Will Books Stand the Test of Time?

    Costco announced it will remove its section of physical books from stores, but Barnes & Noble continues to succeed. Turns out, we like books, and Jason drops big news at the end. Watch on YouTube! ( https://youtube.com/@PrimaryTechShow ) * Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: https://youtube.com/@PrimaryTechShow ( https://youtube.com/@PrimaryTechShow ) ⠀Join the Community * Discuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fm ( https://social.primarytech.fm/ ) ⠀Support the show * Join 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/join ( https://primarytech.memberful.com/join ) Reach out: * Stephen's YouTube Channel ( https://youtube.com/@beardfm ) * @stephenrobles on Threads ( https://www.threads.net/@stephenrobles ) * @stephenrobles on X ( https://twitter.com/stephenrobles ) * Stephen on Mastodon ( https://mastodon.social/@stephenrobles ) * Jason's Inc.com Articles ( https://www.inc.com/author/jason-aten ) * @jasonaten on Threads ( https://www.threads.net/@jasonaten ) * @JasonAten on X ( https://twitter.com/jasonaten ) * Jason on Mastodon ( https://mastodon.world/@jasonaten ) ⠀We would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/primary-technology/id1723943281 ) and Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/1vWb9Q9BHHRCREwYnOl46W )Podcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy ( https://twitter.com/basicappleguy ). Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fm ( podcast@primarytech.fm )

    11 min
  7. OpenAI Future Web Browser, LinkedIn is Mostly AI Posts, BIG Audience AMA!

    27 NOV

    OpenAI Future Web Browser, LinkedIn is Mostly AI Posts, BIG Audience AMA!

    OpenAI may create it’s own browser to rival Google Chrome, a new test shows more than half of LinkedIn posts are generated by AI, and a huge audience AMA with our top non-techy everyday carries, what 3 Shortcuts would we keep, and more! Sponsored by 1Password 1Password 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/primarytechGet Primary Tech Show Merch! Big thanks to Basic Apple Guy for creating our first run of Primary Tech Merch! Get our PTS OG shirt or hoodie, battery percentage ON/OFF, and The Other Guy at: primarytech.fm/merch Watch on YouTube! Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: https://youtu.be/LMg3KmsGhpsJoin the Community Discuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fmSupport the show Join 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 Spotify Podcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy. Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fm Links from the show Stephen's Amazon Gift Idea ListOpenAI Considers Taking on Google With Browser — The InformationChatGPT for iOS adds new shortcut for using SearchGPTMicrosoft’s Response to Its Major Outage Is the 1 Thing No Company Should Ever DoYes, That Viral LinkedIn Post You Read Was Probably AI-Generated | WIREDZoom drops the ‘video’ from its company name - The VergeAll Those Zoom AI Note-Taking Apps Have Gotten Out of Hand and Are Ruining MeetingsThe Task Knife | Grovemade®  (00:00) - Intro (03:30) - OpenAI Building a Browser (16:31) - Microsoft Outage Fail (24:14) - LinkedIn Is Half AI Posts (29:04) - Zoom AI Rebrand (35:51) - Sponsor: 1Password (38:05) - Stephen's Tech Gift List (40:31) - Audience AMA! ★ Support this podcast ★

    1h 7m
  8. Where to Start as a Creator Today, and iPhone Home Screens

    27 NOV · BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Where to Start as a Creator Today, and iPhone Home Screens

    We answer more audience questions, including how to start as a creator today, Stephen wants an overpriced tea kettle, and we share iPhone Home Screen setups! Watch on YouTube! ( https://youtube.com/@PrimaryTechShow ) * Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: https://youtube.com/@PrimaryTechShow ( https://youtube.com/@PrimaryTechShow ) ⠀Join the Community * Discuss new episodes, start your own conversation, and join the Primary Tech community here: social.primarytech.fm ( https://social.primarytech.fm/ ) ⠀Support the show * Join 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/join ( https://primarytech.memberful.com/join ) ⠀Reach out: * Stephen's YouTube Channel ( https://youtube.com/@beardfm ) * @stephenrobles on Threads ( https://www.threads.net/@stephenrobles ) * @stephenrobles on X ( https://twitter.com/stephenrobles ) * Stephen on Mastodon ( https://mastodon.social/@stephenrobles ) * Jason's Inc.com Articles ( https://www.inc.com/author/jason-aten ) * @jasonaten on Threads ( https://www.threads.net/@jasonaten ) * @JasonAten on X ( https://twitter.com/jasonaten ) * Jason on Mastodon ( https://mastodon.world/@jasonaten ) ⠀We would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/primary-technology/id1723943281 ) and Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/1vWb9Q9BHHRCREwYnOl46W )Podcast artwork with help from Basic Apple Guy ( https://twitter.com/basicappleguy ). Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: podcast@primarytech.fm ( podcast@primarytech.fm )

    14 min
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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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