The Daily Churn 👽 Ep 81 - Amex Plat refresh, New Meta glasses, Seats.aero discount, Practicing any chance you could, Launching probe groups, GPT5 Pro, and more
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Sep 19, 2025 In this engaging discussion, they explore the refreshed Amex Platinum card and its fee implications. Exciting updates on Meta's new Ray-Ban glasses with innovative features capture attention. Insights into car-buying strategies amidst Fed rate discussions provide practical tips. The effective use of 'any chance you could' to secure perks for a meetup is both entertaining and resourceful. Additionally, they delve into matchmaking in private probe groups, blending technology with human touch for better connections.
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Amex Plat Refresh Is A Strategic Nudge
- Amex Platinum changes add more “coupon book” benefits while raising the annual fee significantly.
- Cardholders often accept increases because retention offers and incremental perks keep them engaged.
Delay Renewal And Ask For Retention
- Wait to renew Amex Platinum until your renewal date to avoid immediate fee increases.
- If canceling because of a price hike, contact Amex for a retention offer to soften the impact.
Smart Glasses Are Early But Inevitable
- Meta's new Ray-Ban glasses add a small HUD and wrist control but remain bulky and expensive.
- The host expects iterative hardware generations will gradually replace smartphone use.