Connected 514: Rusty on the Inside
Aug 14, 2024
Excitement brews as Google reveals the Pixel 9 line while Apple contemplates its relationship with creators on Patreon. The hosts humorously reflect on tech gaffes, share insights about iOS 18.1 features, and dive into the challenges of AI assistants. They also celebrate a decade of podcasting, discuss the evolution of mobile operating systems, and tackle Apple's commission controversy with content creators. With stories of digital distractions and innovative apps, the conversation blends nostalgia and contemporary tech trends.
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Performa Purchase
- Steven Hackett bought another Performa during Performa Month, despite initially saying he wouldn't.
- This is at least the second Performa he's acquired, a 637CD Money Magazine Edition.
Apple Intelligence Impressions
- Apple Intelligence is underwhelming, especially writing tools.
- Summaries in notifications and mail are useful, and Type to Siri is convenient but not smarter.
Siri Shortcuts
- Create text expansions for common Siri commands to save time.
- This is especially useful for late-night interactions when speaking aloud is inconvenient.