Mac Power Users 528: The Merlin Awakens
Mar 22, 2020
Merlin Mann, an independent writer and renowned productivity expert, joins the hosts for an engaging and humorous discussion. They dive into the quirks of home automation, sharing personal stories of tech triumphs and failures. The conversation also touches on the reliability of devices and apps, as well as their frustrations with Apple TV's streaming quality. With anecdotes about parenting and the joys of digital organization, Merlin offers insights into balancing technology with daily life while keeping it entertaining and relatable.
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Klingon Professor
- Merlin Mann had a professor in college who was a premier Klingon language scholar.
- The professor frequently used Klingon in class, similar to how vegans talk about veganism.
iPhone Camera Advice
- David Sparks's friend, expecting her first child, asked him about which iPhone to buy.
- He recommended the new iPhone for its vastly improved camera, ideal for capturing baby photos.
Camera Improvements
- Users quickly adapt to computer speed increases, but the iPhone's camera improvement is consistently impressive.
- The improved low-light performance and texture capture are particularly noteworthy.