Accidental Tech Podcast 665: My Basement Is Beautiful
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Nov 14, 2025 A fascinating dive into the World of the Vision Pro, with insights on lens inserts and face shields. The debate over the longevity of CD-Rs sparks a discussion on storage solutions. Rumors swirl around upcoming MacBook Pros gaining touchscreens, raising questions about app compatibility. They explore Valve's latest gaming hardware, including a new Steam Controller and Steam Frame headset. Nostalgia hits with a comparison of Issey Miyake's iPhone Pocket to iPod Socks. Plus, a quirky look at Boston Dynamics and pogo-stick robots!
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Vision Pro Fit, Inserts, And Reflections
- John received Vision Pro lens inserts and compared them to contacts, finding inserts far more convenient for switching tasks.
- He observed internal and external reflections and had variable face shield sizing from Apple's scan process that affected fit and optic ID.
Try Face Shields In-Store Before Buying
- If you're buying a Vision Pro, try different face-shield sizes in an Apple Store to check fit before purchase.
- Use on‑site demo units to confirm comfort and optic ID performance rather than relying solely on the app scan.
Conflicting CD‑R Longevity Experiences
- Jonathan Goforth reported readable CD-Rs after 16 years, while John Siracusa described many unreadable discs despite careful storage.
- John explained he stored discs in dehumidified basement cases yet still found widespread CD‑R failures when last checked.
