John tells us why Sony is breaking his heart and making his journey to buying a new television more difficult than it needs to be.

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Links and Show Notes:

After some discussion of the pre-flight and Merlin's problematic meal, there's a surprising amount of donut-related content, including identifying the unexpected challenges of running a successful Donut Friday. Merlin has some thoughts on the perils of cute ordering.

In follow-up, John highlights some helpful listener responses on LED bulbs. Man, light sure can be complicated.

Credits

Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf
Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano
Music: Merlin Mann
The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley

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This Is the Best-Tasting Donut at Dunkin'

I'd argue it's the perfect donut, especially if you're a chocolate lover.

Soraa high-CRI 2700K LED lightbulbs

Luxrite 4FT T8 LED Tube Light

Feit Electric LED T8/T12 Tube Light

Solid-state street lighting: calculating light loss factors (PDF)

Sony A95K QD-OLED TV

Sony's "Goofus and Gallant" TV placement diagram (PDF)

Goofus and Gallant

You mean wall candy?

ATP 464: Monks at Drafting Tables

TV talk.

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