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594: Abolish the Dongles and Doodads

Feb 26, 2025
Delve into the quirky world of photo editing tools as hosts share their experiences and subscription hurdles. A humorous debate pits venture capitalists against a level 14 Jigglypuff, invoking nostalgia for classic gaming. Explore the frustrations with voice assistants like Alexa and the chaos of mismatched charging cables bringing tech simplicity to mind. Plus, personal tales of tech aesthetics and desktop wallpapers add a relatable touch to the techie talk.
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Quick takeaways

  • The hosts share their diverse photo editing preferences, revealing challenges with subscription models, particularly Amanda's frustration with Adobe Lightroom.
  • The discussion on voice assistants highlights innovation versus user comfort, with Amanda expressing concerns over AI mimicking personal communication styles.

Deep dives

Photo Editing Preferences and Tools

The discussion centers on various photo editing preferences and tools used by the hosts. Amanda primarily utilizes Adobe Lightroom on desktop but expresses frustration with Adobe's subscription policies, finding it costly and inconvenient for her sporadic use. Micah and Jeremy both favor Pixelmator on their Macs for image editing, with Micah occasionally using Photoshop for specific tasks, like editing engagement photos. The return of Photoshop on the iPhone is noted as beneficial, particularly for those who need to perform basic graphic edits using mobile devices, revealing diverse workflows and preferences in photo editing among users.

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